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30670. Phase 1 completed [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 8:04pm on 12/19/18 (0)

30680. Bon Appétit Magazine - Cooking from the Archives [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:13am on 12/27/18 (9)

How much fun! I thought of Richard when I read about the Flaming Eggnog Wassail - wigs - 3:12pm on 12/28/18

Welcome wigs, I loved it myself..... [NT] - GayR - 7:26pm on 12/28/18
LOL. Alas, I did not make the flaming punchbowl this year. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:05pm on 12/31/18

Look at the jello salad. Yuck. This will be fun to explore. Trying to find a recipe for snapper with - Marg CDN2 - 11:31pm on 12/28/18

Maybe look up snapper vera cruz. [NT] - Charley - 4:34pm on 12/29/18

I should have said that was one published at about the same time but - Marg CDN2 - 6:26pm on 12/29/18

Was the dish called Livornese? [NT] - Curious1 - 12:15am on 12/30/18

No but thank you for trying to give my mind some relief. I spent an hour looking through BA's - Marg CDN2 - 10:05pm on 12/30/18

This venerable site is still around: The Gallery of Regrettable Food. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:50pm on 12/29/18

30681. Clementine Chocolate Lava Cake - Wow! Easy and tasty ;) - colleenmomof2 - 6:31pm on 12/28/18 (4)

Yum! I wonder why clementine zest instead of orange?? [NT] - cheezz - 3:53am on 12/31/18

Perhaps because winter used to be their *season* and the Clementine Publicity Agency is - MarilynFL - 3:03pm on 12/31/18

It appears to be a "new" recipe. Wondered about olive oil/ - colleenmomof2 - 5:56pm on 01/01/19

Plentiful around here? smaller size? more flavorful? great marketing? [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 5:53pm on 01/01/19

30682. REC: Still dreaming about halibut topped farro at California Pizza Kitchen [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 6:43pm on 12/28/18 (6)

colleen, what does halibut cost in your area? It was $35/pound last time I checked. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:31pm on 12/28/18

$22.50 here for fresh-caught. Less in the summer. But not much. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:27pm on 12/28/18
In NC in season it is usually $18-22 at Harris Teeter IME [NT] - Charley - 12:26am on 12/29/18
Wow! I had/have no idea how much halibut costs! - colleenmomof2 - 4:08pm on 12/29/18

This sounds divine, right up my alley. When butternut squash is in season, I buy several - KarenNoCA - 3:52pm on 12/30/18

Cube and freeze butternut - great idea! - colleenmomof2 - 3:59pm on 12/31/18

30683. Belated Christmas Feast Recap - Richard in Cincy - 6:31pm on 12/29/18 (19)

Mrs. Creason's Kentucky Cherry Jam, Date, and Pecan Cake with Caramel Icing - Richard in Cincy - 6:44pm on 12/29/18
Scalloped Oysters - Richard in Cincy - 6:56pm on 12/29/18
do you use lye when you make your pretzels? - pmassell_93 - 7:47pm on 12/29/18

How interesting you ask. I can share some info as I just made pretzels last week [LINK] - CathyZKauai - 8:48pm on 12/29/18

And Richard, your menu is INSANE! Wow. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 8:54pm on 12/29/18

No, I don't use lye - Richard in Cincy - 10:44pm on 12/29/18
Years ago I visited Lititz, PA for Wilbur chocolate & the Pretzel factory. They said that baking - MarilynFL - 12:20am on 12/31/18

Holy Moly! Sounds fantastic! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:04pm on 12/30/18
Holy Moly is right! I am exhausted just reading the menu and imagining the effort you put ... - RuthAB - 7:54pm on 12/30/18

How many ovens do you own??? - Pam - 9:42pm on 12/30/18

2 Wall ovens - Richard in Cincy - 2:48pm on 12/31/18

Bavarian Mustard Pickles (Senfgurken) - Richard in Cincy - 3:02pm on 12/31/18

Richard, do you remove the bay leaves before pouring the brine over the pickles? Thank you. [NT] - JudyW - 4:33pm on 12/31/18

What I do... - Richard in Cincy - 6:19pm on 12/31/18

I love these so much! Have never made them though. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:17pm on 12/31/18

Wow! Double WOW! You are the equivalent of 20 chefs, Richard. Super menu. [NT] - wigs - 11:49am on 12/31/18

I suspect Orphan Richard clones. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:45pm on 12/31/18

This is what my Grandmother's Christmas Eve table was like - Richard in Cincy - 3:18pm on 12/31/18
Worthy of a Fine Cooking Holiday Edition article. Yowza. You da man. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:30pm on 01/03/19

30684. Angie, I just saw your comment about pate a choux pancakes. It's going to roll over so [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:54pm on 12/31/18 (4)

Thanks! Just seems to make a gluey center. I’m thinking. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:14pm on 12/31/18

Not gluey at all. Slightly puffy, but cheesy good. Like perogie filling. But crispy on - MarilynFL - 2:45pm on 01/01/19

Marilyn, you've got me thinking about the green chile potato pancakes I make for breakfast after... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:48pm on 01/01/19

man, that sounds wonderful, Michael. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:45am on 01/03/19

30685. This cheese bread is crazy good! Thought maybe it would be too much spice but it's not! [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 6:48pm on 12/31/18 (5)

Thanks Cyn. This will be in my oven in the next 2 days. Did you use exactly these cheeses? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:40am on 01/01/19

I did. I used a sharp provolone. Gave some to a friend and she said it was too spicy - CynUpstateNY - 3:28pm on 01/01/19
Enjoyed this. At first, I thought, cheese within brioche is overkill. But I think it works. I - Marg CDN2 - 9:54pm on 01/19/19

OMGoodness - I am so going to make this. Thanks Cyn!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:42am on 01/01/19
I have been looking for a clone cheese bread for YEARS! It was at a store between Valley Forge and - MarilynFL - 2:49pm on 01/01/19

30686. Happy New Year! We are hosting a simple New Year’s Day dinner of roast turkey with fixins - AngAk1 - 1:46am on 01/01/19 (7)

Broken Freezer = Roasted Meats New Year's Day - Richard in Cincy - 4:20pm on 01/01/19

The Broken Freezer Menu - Richard in Cincy - 6:28pm on 01/01/19

Richard, so very sorry to hear of the death of your garage freezer - colleenmomof2 - 1:32pm on 01/02/19
What an awful thing to have happen...I am sure I would have taken most of it down to the nearest - KarenNoCA - 2:38pm on 01/02/19

Gahhhhhhh! Lots of work! [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:09am on 01/02/19

Happy New Year, Angie and Fellow Swapsters! I copied your bean recipe - thank you! - colleenmomof2 - 1:57pm on 01/02/19

I use my little blue mixer all the time here in FL. Tomorrow for Whipped cream [NT] - AngAk1 - 3:27pm on 01/28/19

30687. Less expensive (and dare I say 'better'!) vanilla - following up on a post from Richard [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 1:11pm on 01/01/19 (18)

ha! I bought the sprinkles to make the Milk Bar cake balls. Kismet. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:57pm on 01/01/19

Wasn't crazy over the cake - much prefer Bravetart's White Mountain Layer Cake [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 3:15pm on 01/01/19

My son baked a Milk Bar cake and he said it was good, but awful sweet. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:55pm on 01/01/19

Yes - too sweet for me [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:05pm on 01/01/19

On the subject of imitation vanilla, I use a vanilla "blend" that claims to have a portion... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:01pm on 01/01/19

I like Molina too. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:38am on 01/02/19
Ck your local Target (or ship w/your Walmart order) - colleenmomof2 - 1:43pm on 01/02/19

Oops - 10/'18 FDA Warns of Dangers of Mexican Vanilla - colleenmomof2 - 1:47pm on 01/02/19

Molina Mexican Vanilla DOES NOT contain Coumarin - colleenmomof2 - 1:49pm on 01/02/19

And in my post, too! ; ) [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:05pm on 01/02/19

Interesting taste surprise - Richard in Cincy - 4:15pm on 01/01/19

Love Hello Dolly bars with butterscotch chips added to semi - colleenmomof2 - 1:50pm on 01/02/19

I have not yet tasted anything that tastes good with Butterscotch chips. . . - mistral - 7:02pm on 01/02/19

I agree--it is the artificial flavors they use in them. [NT] - Charley - 11:29pm on 01/02/19

Yep. Me too. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:30am on 01/03/19

Funny you mentioned vanilla. Christopher Kimball was cooking with someone on an... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:26pm on 01/03/19

I learned to use vanilla as a sub for sugar. Living with a diabetic demanded some creative - Marg CDN2 - 8:16pm on 01/03/19

I learned to add vanilla to lemonade with an eyedropper . . . - mistral - 7:09pm on 01/04/19

30688. Received Instant Pot Sous Vide for gift. Any advice? [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:59pm on 01/02/19 (2)

Take note that you do not need to use your IP to use this--and I really wonder if - Charley - 2:32pm on 01/02/19

Great advice - thank-you! - colleenmomof2 - 10:34pm on 01/04/19

30689. Anyone familiar with merken? Chilean spice mixture. Just got some and love the aroma. - Marg CDN2 - 11:06pm on 01/02/19 (0)

30690. What can I do with leftover fondue except reheat it and eat it? Can I freeze it? [NT] - Janet in NC - 3:34pm on 01/03/19 (3)

I like to spread it on garlic-buttered bread and then put it under the broiler to brown. - Melissa Dallas - 3:57pm on 01/03/19

Thanks Melissa. I'll try the toast, I have leftover bread in the freezer. [NT] - Janet in NC - 6:41pm on 01/03/19

Make some Mac and Cheese with it? Cheese Scalloped potatoes? (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:05pm on 01/04/19

30691. My Mom used to make "Ham and Noodles" whenever we had leftover ham. Basic comfort food. - Michael in Phoenix - 4:24pm on 01/03/19 (7)

Rifting on Mom Ham Dishes: I made her *Ham Bone, Beans & Sauerkraut* while home. - MarilynFL - 5:51pm on 01/03/19

Yum! But do share the secret to curtsy bread :) [NT] - AngAk1 - 4:06pm on 01/28/19

Here's another one for leftover ham. - rhoward2va - 8:10pm on 01/03/19
And I always make Pasta Fagiole with some of the ham. - rhoward2va - 8:13pm on 01/03/19
Dang that sounds good! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:06pm on 01/04/19
Is your mother German? That is sehr Deutsch: "Schinkennudeln" (ham noodles) - Richard in Cincy - 10:59pm on 01/05/19

She was. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:04pm on 01/06/19

30692. Trying to reach Music City Missy. PM not working. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:45am on 01/04/19 (7)

I sent her a FaceBook message - judy-mass - 12:24pm on 01/04/19

Thank you, Judy. I can be reached at first initial, second initial, last name gmail [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:27pm on 01/04/19

Are you back home Marilyn? [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:11pm on 01/04/19

Yep [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:39am on 01/05/19
Awesome - I'll send it by mid next week! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:42am on 01/05/19

Only I don't know your second initial. LOL - Music City Missy - 9:33pm on 01/04/19

Hi! I'm coming to Nashville early Feb. I'll send email with dates tomorrow. Hope - MarilynFL - 2:43am on 01/05/19

30693. ISO recipes for afternoon tea - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:36pm on 01/04/19 (9)

Just did a British Afternoon Tea at work and here is an idea - CathyZKauai - 6:55pm on 01/04/19

That sounds loively and very doable. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:20pm on 01/04/19
I second these - always a hit! [NT] - cheezz - 7:07pm on 01/05/19

HIGHLY Recommended: Richard in Cincy's "OSU Caramel Cuts" (link inside) . . . [LINK] - mistral - 7:02pm on 01/04/19

These are so yummy. Glad you liked them! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 6:41pm on 01/09/19

I was going to recommend my vegetable sandwiches but it sounds like a - Charley - 12:47am on 01/05/19
Chocolate-Covered Coconut Macaroons are lovely desserts for... [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:49pm on 01/05/19
Thanks, all. These give me some good options. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:47pm on 01/08/19
Cherry Bakewell Tarts - Richard in Cincy - 6:39pm on 01/09/19

30694. Butane (Crème Brûlée torch propellant) for the *cheap at heart* - MarilynFL - 3:38pm on 01/06/19 (0)

30695. Anyone have an air fryer? - Pam - 4:14pm on 01/06/19 (3)

I've been tempted to get one, but have not, mainly because I would want to cook french fries. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:03pm on 01/08/19

That's what my daughter cooks in hers [NT] - Pam - 8:08pm on 01/09/19

This article was in our paper today - Charley - 2:30pm on 01/09/19

30696. Where should I look for instant recipes? - Pam - 4:16pm on 01/06/19 (14)

Try here... [LINK] - judy-mass - 6:59pm on 01/06/19
I've noticed many bloggers tag any recipes by using Instant Pot in the titles. If you have some - Curious1 - 7:31pm on 01/06/19
Here are a few sites. Amazon has many $1 kindle Instant Pot cookbooks, many - Charley - 12:24pm on 01/07/19
Does the instruction book look like a translation done by someone who watched a lot of - MarilynFL - 2:12pm on 01/07/19
Serious Eats has a bunch of really good and interesting ones [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 8:28pm on 01/07/19

Oh, Good - Pam - 8:20pm on 01/08/19

Haven't tried this but is similar to an oven version I made - IP beef short ribs [LINK] - Tess - 9:23pm on 01/07/19

This looks great. - Pam - 8:31pm on 01/08/19
Not for first time instant pot users! - Pam - 5:08pm on 01/21/19

Lol Pam, I’m exhausted just reading the rehash. You gave me a good laugh as that’s - Curious1 - 10:40pm on 01/21/19

Pressure Cooking - Pam - 9:35pm on 01/22/19

I like Pressure Cook Recipes - colleenmomof2 - 6:48pm on 01/09/19

Also eGullet Instant Pot Forums discussion - colleenmomof2 - 8:27pm on 01/09/19

Grains, Rice, Beans, Vegetable Charts [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 8:33pm on 01/09/19

30697. For Marilyn - Gruyere Stuffed Crusty Loaves [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 6:34pm on 01/07/19 (1)

I'm slightly ashamed of the low moan that just escaped my mouth. The bread of my - MarilynFL - 1:51pm on 01/08/19

30698. Help! Math help needed/ - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:37pm on 01/08/19 (2)

6 eggs will make enough egg salad for your "crowd" with other stuff. - Charley - 7:17pm on 01/08/19
Unless the other three guests are really hungry, I'd think 2 egg sandwiches - MarilynFL - 10:14pm on 01/08/19

30699. Damn. King Arthur perogie dough IS BETTER than my grandmother*s. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:08pm on 01/08/19 (9)

Boiling process (perogie is ready to eat after boiling) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:13pm on 01/08/19

But you can sauté it in butter to crisp dough [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:14pm on 01/08/19

oooh, or bacon fat and onions! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:25am on 01/09/19

oh ya. Second photos shows tub of caramelized onions that will go on top. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:57pm on 01/09/19

Grandma E's Perogie dough (for historical purposes) - MarilynFL - 3:55pm on 01/09/19

I think the first recipe I ever used for perogies was similar to this - judy-mass - 12:24am on 01/09/19

My friend's mom was Czeck and her dough is flour, sour cream and eggs. That's it. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:00pm on 01/09/19

How strange. I tried KA, not the recipe just the flour, for making pierogi and didn't - CynUpstateNY - 2:06pm on 01/09/19
These sound good. The first time I made pierogies I used store-bough chinese dumpling wrappers. . . - mistral - 11:44pm on 01/09/19

30700. WS carbon steel skillet for $40 - Charley - 5:00pm on 01/09/19 (0)

30701. Rec and question: Hearty Pork and Apple Stew - Anna_X - 8:21pm on 01/09/19 (4)

Looks like you are only boiling it for a short while. . . - mistral - 11:35pm on 01/09/19
I think Mistral has given a good explanation--maybe especially for the first boil and brown step. - Charley - 11:34am on 01/10/19

Also, in our family, if a roast doesn't give enough browned juices we boil-off . . . - mistral - 5:47pm on 01/10/19

Oh this sounds really good! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 4:28am on 01/12/19

30702. cheezz or other successful cake pop makers: Need HELP! Have inserted foot in mouth - MarilynFL - 4:05pm on 01/10/19 (5)

It's been years since I made cake balls and I've never put them on sticks... - cheezz - 6:16am on 01/13/19

Thanks. I remember the grid trick and that will be shown at the class. I bought - MarilynFL - 7:25pm on 01/13/19

I did a test run last night using 1/4 cake + 1/4 Cup of icing. Balls look good. - MarilynFL - 3:33pm on 01/14/19

I'll be interested to know how that works. What are you dipping them in? [NT] - cheezz - 6:13pm on 01/25/19
Oh dear. Anyone else think of Schwetty Balls ala SNL?! [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:08pm on 01/28/19

30703. For readers who cook...and cooks who read: The Little Library Cookbook by Kate Young [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:18pm on 01/10/19 (1)

Thank you Marilyn.....this sounds wonderful [NT] - GayR - 11:55pm on 01/10/19

30704. What to use as a substitute for a cookie sheet? - oli - 2:38pm on 01/11/19 (11)

I don't know how much surface area you need - judy-mass - 3:42pm on 01/11/19

Not sure if you have access, but most supermarkets sell aluminum pans. I sometimes... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:10pm on 01/11/19

Sorry, should have been under Oli's post. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:11pm on 01/11/19
Or if there is a dollar store, they have cheap aluminum pans. [NT] - Charley - 5:22pm on 01/11/19

I agree with foil. If it's a liquid spill-over issue, that should work fine. If it needs - MarilynFL - 5:21pm on 01/11/19

Would stacking 3 or 4 sheets of aluminum foil do the trick? [NT] - wigs - 4:08pm on 01/11/19
Bottom of a roastingpan? How big is it--what is it? - Charley - 4:12pm on 01/11/19
Thanks for the help. What I discovered about Alum. before posting the question was..... - oli - 2:44am on 01/12/19

I don't think I understand this since all my baking sheets all my life have been aluminum. - Charley - 12:32pm on 01/12/19

The alum. that is talked about is foil, I should have been more detailed. [NT] - oli - 3:10pm on 01/12/19

Aah. But I do think you can turn a roasting pan over for baking those. And I also - Charley - 3:48pm on 01/12/19

30706. Moroccan Dinner--Chicken in preserved lemon and olive sauce [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 4:16am on 01/12/19 (29)

While reading this post and link, I noticed you mentioned missing - daricem - 7:29pm on 01/12/19

It's fun! And not that hard... - Richard in Cincy - 7:40pm on 01/12/19

thanks, ill try it soon... - daricem - 12:07am on 01/13/19

Since that post... - Richard in Cincy - 6:59pm on 01/13/19
I checked my shelves... - Richard in Cincy - 5:13pm on 01/14/19

I'll check my duplicates and keep an eye out (more) - daricem - 9:08pm on 01/16/19

I have 5 spiral booklets and the menu guide and recipe index - daricem - 8:56pm on 01/30/19

What's the skin like? - Pam - 7:51pm on 01/14/19

I used - Richard in Cincy - 8:15pm on 01/14/19

Just to be clear - Pam - 11:12pm on 01/14/19

yes, there will be some white. Just use your thumb to rub off the loose parts as you rinse. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 1:50pm on 01/16/19

You made your own p[reserved lemon or commercial? [NT] - Pam - 11:13pm on 01/14/19

I make my own Martha Stewart recipe. Really easy - orchid - 11:59pm on 01/14/19

I tried Mark Bittman's *quick version.* Failed miserably. Was probably me, not him. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:43pm on 01/16/19

I can't see the recipe cause it's the NY Times but this recipe - orchid - 8:44pm on 01/16/19

I'm intrigued by the preserved lemons - pmassell_93 - 7:47pm on 01/16/19

Yes, just the peel not the flesh. The pith just tastes...preserved. I've been - orchid - 8:38pm on 01/16/19

Mine were very simple: just salt, juice, and olive oil - Richard in Cincy - 4:54am on 01/18/19

Thank you I am on the lookout for special lemons - pmassell_93 - 4:39pm on 01/18/19

I make my own. It keeps forever in the fridge. My current batch is 10 years old. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 1:50pm on 01/16/19

Sorry, another question - Pam - 11:17pm on 01/14/19

Yes, I greatly reduced the time and... - Richard in Cincy - 1:52pm on 01/16/19

I followed the link - Pam - 9:16pm on 02/01/19
oops, those were the olives! - Pam - 9:18pm on 02/01/19

Version II: Moroccan Chicken with Preserved Lemons and Olives [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 1:52pm on 01/16/19

lots more spices - Pam - 7:08pm on 01/16/19
Harissa has arrived - Pam - 9:48pm on 02/04/19
Made it last night - Pam - 3:28pm on 02/07/19

Oh dear! Was he able to enjoy the chicken and work around the olives? [NT] - Curious1 - 4:15pm on 02/07/19

30707. What’s the best way to find best rated double oven gas ranges? - CynUpstateNY - 2:48am on 01/15/19 (6)

If you live in an area which has locally owned repair shops, who work on large - KarenNoCA - 2:54pm on 01/15/19

Thanks, Karen! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:10pm on 01/16/19

I'm not even sure Consumer Reports is that good. I'm sure you know the drill - Charley - 11:23am on 01/17/19

Just curious, are you partial to gas ovens, over electric? I have only had electric ovens - KarenNoCA - 2:58pm on 01/17/19

I assume you are asking Curious this. I am not that good a baker to care which - Charley - 9:51pm on 01/17/19

Actually asking for chef nephew. Cost is a major factor and he's been looking at used Wolf. - CynUpstateNY - 5:06pm on 01/18/19

30708. Does anyone have experience with Tramontina Aluminum Nonstick Restaurant Professional Fry Pans? - KarenNoCA - 2:49pm on 01/15/19 (3)

Not nonstick. Tramontina is my favorite brand for pots/pans though. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:43pm on 01/15/19
I have a Tfal pan that is so non-stick I couldn't get peanut butter to stick in it!! - Charley - 12:55pm on 01/16/19
I have only used the Tramontina available at Costco in a three-pack. They may... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:53pm on 01/16/19

30709. Ate again at CPK and made their Planked Halibut with Butternut, Kale and Farro [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 6:30pm on 01/15/19 (8)

I left 1.5 pounds of Whole Foods halibut out overnight in the bag with ice. Thought - MarilynFL - 6:22pm on 01/16/19

This is where I used to get halibut: Vital Choice. Note the pieces are priced per 6 oz [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:32pm on 01/16/19
Broke my heart, too! :( - colleenmomof2 - 5:23pm on 01/18/19

Oh, I just bought cod from Bi-Lo and it is HORRIBLE. Looks gorgeous (nice, thick fillet) but - MarilynFL - 3:30pm on 01/21/19

That explains why I’ve brought home fresh cod and when it was unwrapped it smelled weird. Also - Curious1 - 4:56pm on 01/22/19

Just saw this. No...unbaked it still smelled. Baked the smell dissipated. But I knew. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:45am on 01/29/19

Whole Foods had fresh cod for $9 a lb using Prime. It is delicious and no preservatives. I made a [LINK] - Curious1 - 5:42pm on 01/29/19

Damn. That never happens when I stop by. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:11am on 01/31/19

30710. I made ire Franey's Balsalmic Chicken - Pam - 9:51pm on 01/15/19 (2)

Years ago I made this a bunch of times and don't recall it being sweet - judy-mass - 12:37am on 01/16/19

Could be - Pam - 7:01pm on 01/16/19

30711. Watched first episode (Fat) of Salt/Fat/Acid/Heat on Netflix. Has anyone used the salt brine - MarilynFL - 6:55pm on 01/16/19 (12)

Here's the full recipe [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:56pm on 01/16/19
Just looked at this recipe and the salt in the bread. . . - mistral - 11:37pm on 01/16/19

mistral, the recipe specifies DIAMOND kosher, a larger granule than Morton kosher salt. - MarilynFL - 2:19am on 01/17/19

Difference in morton's and Diamond - Charley - 11:19am on 01/17/19
My bad--that blew by me. I guess In need to pay more attention to weight! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 9:42pm on 01/17/19
I was wrong saying the granules are larger. They are, in fact, smaller but weigh less (see photo). [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:40am on 01/18/19

I was aghast at how much salt she flung in that show. - Richard in Cincy - 4:44am on 01/18/19

oh, I know. I am desperate for those beef short ribs (SALT), except... - MarilynFL - 2:42pm on 01/18/19
The whole Salt episode changed my ways - CathyZKauai - 3:19pm on 01/19/19

I changed to Diamond Crystal several years ago and love it. Much less chance of over salting - Curious1 - 12:59am on 01/21/19

I have both Diamond and Morton's but do like the big flakes of Morton's for - Charley - 12:08pm on 01/21/19

The reviews of Ina's recipes at Food Network often complain about saltiness. Recently - Curious1 - 5:18pm on 01/22/19

30712. Xtra hummus? Mediterranean hummus noodles with blistered cherry tomatoes [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 12:31pm on 01/17/19 (5)

Love this! I get two cooking magazines, Bon Appetit and Finer Cooking. I love how they - KarenNoCA - 2:51pm on 01/17/19

Extra hummus? Isn't that like leftover wine? - judy-mass - 6:42pm on 01/17/19

ha! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:57am on 01/18/19
;) We ate a basket of fresh from the oven mini pitas, garlic sauce, plate of hummus and one of - colleenmomof2 - 5:11pm on 01/18/19

Having fun scaling new recipes for bits of leftovers - colleenmomof2 - 5:16pm on 01/18/19

30713. Fun! Gail's Recipe Swap first posting (10/12/95) [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:59pm on 01/18/19 (1)

1995?!!! Wow, now I am feeling old 😉 [NT] - cheezz - 6:09pm on 01/25/19

30714. Craving a quiche: REC: Spinach, Cheese and Bacon quiche - mistral - 6:29pm on 01/18/19 (0)

30715. Has anyone used the Penzeys seafood soup base? Considering buying to add - Curious1 - 7:44pm on 01/18/19 (6)

I have... - Richard in Cincy - 11:09pm on 01/18/19

Thanks. Have you found anything you recommend? [NT] - Curious1 - 11:24pm on 01/18/19

I think seafood and vegetable are the elusive "bases"--the real thing is just so "real" - Charley - 12:41am on 01/19/19
Better Than Bouillon Vegetable Base is very good. So is the BTB Mushroom Base [NT] - CathyZKauai - 3:22pm on 01/19/19
Not in concentrate form. - Richard in Cincy - 4:05pm on 01/19/19

So wish I could buy something like this. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:06am on 01/20/19

30716. Hungarian Feast Menu and Recipes - Richard in Cincy - 5:23pm on 01/19/19 (15)

Richard, Thank you reads so wonderful....you made me recall my favorite restaurant in Chicago run by [LINK] - GayR - 6:51pm on 01/19/19

Really enjoying that link and the restaurant recipes.. - Richard in Cincy - 1:07am on 01/20/19

Gimbels Potato Salad - Richard in Cincy - 1:11am on 01/20/19

Maybe an odd attempt at some kind of German-style potato salad? [NT] - CathyZKauai - 3:25pm on 01/20/19

You got that right, a very odd attempt. No German would recognize it as potato salad. :) [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:32pm on 01/21/19

Is that in any way related to the Gimbel's department stores? We had one in Pittsburgh. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:23pm on 01/20/19

One and the same - Richard in Cincy - 5:54pm on 01/20/19

As Cathy said, German potato salad. I LOVE it, and even will buy the canned - Charley - 12:05pm on 01/21/19

I enjoyed the link also. Was surprised the Sour Cream Noodle Bake originated at a St. Louis - Curious1 - 7:50pm on 01/22/19

Hey, Curious? This recipe? - colleenmomof2 - 1:40pm on 01/31/19

Yes, that's it. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:37pm on 02/01/19

Lovely stuff. We have a modified version of Chicken Paprikash in my family but - CathyZKauai - 11:32pm on 01/19/19

MMmmm... Sorry I missed dinner! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 1:05am on 01/20/19

My wife makes the low fat version of Chix paprikash with virtually no affect on the flavour. Years - oli - 11:06pm on 01/21/19
Lecsó! We make this all the time in Prague as lečo. ;) Jakub's family occasionally adds sausage. - ErininNY - 3:09pm on 02/01/19

30717. oh, for the love of tube meat, how to you keep ground meat crumbly, like taco meat. - MarilynFL - 5:17pm on 01/20/19 (16)

One way to do it is to boil it like they do for Cincinnati chili. I was surprised. - Charley - 5:54pm on 01/20/19
If cooking fresh burger you can try a tater masher. . . - mistral - 8:15pm on 01/20/19

This is what I do. It works for most ground meats, beef, pork or chicken and turkey. Lamb too. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:13pm on 01/21/19

Have had it happen. Cool it down some then toss it in a food processor and pulse it a few times. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 12:42am on 01/21/19

Thanks all. This sounds like a normal occurrence, not a Marilyn-induced act of stupidity. - MarilynFL - 3:19pm on 01/21/19

I really dislike that tube meat and try to avoid it. However, now and then I end up with a package - KarenNoCA - 7:19pm on 01/22/19

I really wonder if the fat content or lack of it plus the grind of the meat is also - Charley - 11:55am on 01/24/19

I'm now wondering what you mean by "tube meat"? I am speaking about the meat, usually poultry [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 4:13pm on 01/24/19

Well, that is really interesting. I don't believe I have ever seen what you are describing. - Charley - 4:21pm on 01/24/19
Karen, is this an example of tube meat? I see it often. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:17pm on 01/24/19

Ahhh, OK. Yes, usually in store ground meats. Hadn't really every thought about it. [NT] - Charley - 11:48am on 01/25/19
Yes, that is it....really do not like that way of grinding up meat! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 2:47pm on 01/26/19

I get it now. Yes I agree it is annoying - pmassell_93 - 6:24pm on 01/24/19

This is exactly what I was using: Nantahala Meats, a local *grass-fed* beef & pork vendor. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 8:33pm on 01/24/19

I just browned some elkburger which is of course UBER lean and it broke up fine - Charley - 6:50pm on 01/28/19

I just keep chopping it up with the edge of the spatula as it cooks, kind of a pain - LisainLA - 10:15pm on 02/02/19

30718. Marilyn - Thank you for the Carole Walters’ Yellow Cake recipe - rhoward2va - 1:47am on 01/21/19 (6)

Oh, that's excellent, R. I haven't made it in a while and remembered that it baked FLAT - MarilynFL - 3:24pm on 01/21/19

Is this the recipe, ladies? [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 6:08pm on 01/25/19

Yes, that's it. [NT] - rhoward2va - 6:34pm on 01/25/19

I looked this up and as it says in the discussion, it is the old reliable 1234 cake. - Charley - 12:53pm on 01/26/19

I believe she meant that the top was even and not domed. [NT] - rhoward2va - 9:37pm on 01/28/19

That is correct, R. I loved that the cake baked flat, making it easy to stack without leveling. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:58pm on 01/28/19

30719. Ricotta and Coffee Mousse....Saveur Magazine....made this yesterday......so good.... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:30am on 01/21/19 (2)

Sounds so good! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 9:18pm on 01/22/19

Cyn, The recipe is delicious and got rave reviews.... [NT] - GayR - 9:29pm on 01/22/19

30720. any ideas on how to soften hardened candied fruit peel? Not the supermarket, small plastic - Janet in NC - 10:17pm on 01/25/19 (3)

I'd probably start with a couple seconds in the microwave - Pat-NoCal - 11:59pm on 01/25/19
splash of cognac, seal, shake, wait 1-2 days [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 7:22pm on 01/26/19

Shouldn't Janet get a shot of cognac for her troubles as well? [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:51pm on 01/26/19

30721. {Not T&T} *My Secret Classic Cinnamon Tomato Sauce* from My Greek Table [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:19am on 01/26/19 (0)

30722. oh...I wish I still lived in NJ. Carole Walter is teaching a class in East Hanover. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:00am on 01/26/19 (2)

And here in NJ, I wish I was a baker! [NT] - MoNJ - 2:53pm on 01/27/19
I've seen that Nick Malgieri also does a number of baking classes there. [NT] - judy-mass - 3:52pm on 01/29/19

30723. NYT Lentil soup recipe and interesting note re: K-Lime aka Kaffir Lime aka Makrut Lime [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:28pm on 01/27/19 (4)

This sounds good Marilyn. I've been wondering what to make with my red lentils. I have ... - RuthAB - 11:18pm on 01/27/19
Interesting. My kaffir is slowly dying for lack of sun. Wonder what culture would be offended. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:49am on 01/28/19

Oh, this might be it. - Marg CDN2 - 1:52am on 01/28/19

I have been adding Arborio rice to my lentil soup(s) - colleenmomof2 - 1:22pm on 01/31/19

30724. RCP: Tomato and Spinach, Cauliflower Rice with Lemon - KarenNoCA - 4:58pm on 01/28/19 (10)

Sounds delish Karen. Oh-how-I-wish-I-could-get-my-husband-to-eat-cauliflower! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:03pm on 01/28/19
I have a couple of friends who are using cauliflower as rice in some dishes and their hubbys do not - KarenNoCA - 7:31pm on 01/28/19
Have been trying to freeze cauliflower rice - colleenmomof2 - 9:15pm on 01/28/19

They have been nice lately, right! A while back they were no bigger than a softball. - MarilynFL - 1:26am on 01/29/19

Is it 1/2 cup sundried tomato? [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:19am on 01/29/19
Clamshell 😗 this was a new word for this Canadian. - emtd - 6:22am on 01/29/19

We call them clam shells. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:07pm on 01/29/19
Maybe alone. I've often heard 'clamshell'. Seems to be just the hinged boxes. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:16pm on 02/04/19

I made this to go with some chicken thighs tonight, with a few changes - judy-mass - 1:21am on 01/30/19

Oooo - riced broccoli! I can do that! - colleenmomof2 - 12:42pm on 01/31/19

30725. Shibari bread - I might just be crazy enough to try this - watch video [LINK] - Tess - 5:49pm on 01/28/19 (8)

Wow! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:45pm on 01/28/19
sallybr had this on her blog a couple of days ago [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 7:56pm on 01/28/19

That is brilliant. And hilarious. I hope it tasted as good as it looked. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:57pm on 01/28/19

I must apologize, but the first though I had when I viewed the video was. . . - mistral - 7:11pm on 01/29/19

oh...I didn't watch the video...just read Sally's funny commentary. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:48pm on 01/29/19

oh my gosh...I just watched the video at the Bake Street link. THAT was amazing. Sally, I'm even - MarilynFL - 3:05pm on 01/30/19

Runway Model Bread.....she is probably really good at lattice pie crust too [NT] - CathyZKauai - 4:33pm on 02/02/19
I don't think even I would want to tackle this because of how much time it would take! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:31am on 02/03/19

30726. Finally made Richards carmel squares at 30656 - emtd - 6:27am on 01/29/19 (3)

they are highly addictive. :) [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:27am on 01/30/19

Yes, I know! I keep thinking about them. Know how when a song gets stuck in your head . . . (more) - mistral - 8:18pm on 01/30/19

Love "mouthworm"! I get this all the time ;) - colleenmomof2 - 12:37pm on 01/31/19

30727. Heading on fast-moving trip to this spring to Little Rock, Memphis, St. Louis - Anna_X - 7:23am on 01/29/19 (6)

Anna, Music City Missy would be a good bet, but she's on vacation until early Feb. - MarilynFL - 9:46pm on 01/29/19
I used to play in the Memphis Symphony and lived there for a while... [LINK] [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 3:12am on 01/30/19

Great write-up, Thanks, Richard! - Anna_X - 7:31am on 01/30/19

MILL'um-phus? That is interesting. How did the locals come up with that pronunciation? - KarenNoCA - 4:22pm on 01/30/19

Who knows? Tribal dialects can evolve into very odd pronounciations... - Richard in Cincy - 3:09am on 02/01/19

I miss seeing Sally's posts on here...wonder what she has been up to...besides baking? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 6:43pm on 01/30/19

30728. Fruit Recall - [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:13am on 01/29/19 (1)

Also chicken nuggets - colleenmomof2 - 11:38am on 01/31/19

30729. I miss charlie. He told me to freeze fresh fruit from our local area and now I don't have a clue - MarilynFL - 1:09am on 01/31/19 (17)

REC: Frozen Peach Cake (and more) recipes - colleenmomof2 - 12:10pm on 01/31/19
I was raised in northern Indiana so we always had access to the BEST fruit from Michigan orchards & [LINK] - wigs - 12:54pm on 01/31/19

Me too wigs! [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:23pm on 01/31/19

I had no idea you'd ever lived in the Midwest! It's been a struggle to find decent fresh fruit in - wigs - 3:15pm on 02/03/19

CI's Best Blueberry Pie with Foolproof Pie Dough as posted by deb-in-MI - wigs - 1:13pm on 01/31/19

I tend to drink a tad too much of the vodka when making the crusts - LOL! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:24pm on 01/31/19

Peach Blueberry Pie in the Best Pie Crust [LINK] - wigs - 1:18pm on 01/31/19

You guys are the BEST! Thank you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:59pm on 01/31/19
I should have mentioned the Peach Blueberry Pie REC above was originally posted by deb-in-MI , too! [NT] - wigs - 3:12pm on 02/01/19

Aw......your so sweet. Not recognition necessary but thanks for being so thoughtful:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:57pm on 02/03/19

You are quite welcome. I use the 2 pie recipes U posted a LOT during peak blueberry & peach seasons. [NT] - wigs - 3:17pm on 02/03/19

peach daquiris [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:58pm on 02/01/19

peach margaritas [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:58pm on 02/01/19
peach and gin...a Roger [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:59pm on 02/01/19

If/when I get to Canada, you are on my drinking list, M! [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:18pm on 02/03/19

I miss him too! Rec; The Real Jordan Marsh Blueberry Muffins making again in the am! [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 4:48am on 02/03/19
It's interesting to recall folks as we are cooking & little tricks they taught us. Charlie is one. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:34am on 02/05/19

30730. ISO CynUpstateNY Can you please fill in the missing amounts of your recipe. Thank you [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 2:10pm on 01/31/19 (8)

CathyZ from Kauai tweaked CynUpstateNY's aunt's original Double Lemon Cream Pie & came up with this: [LINK] - wigs - 4:18pm on 01/31/19

GayR--there is more to read at this link on CathyZ's version if you don't hear back from Cyn in time - wigs - 4:27pm on 01/31/19

Thank you wigs .... I saw the posts but want the 9" Version...... appreciate your help [NT] - GayR - 5:52pm on 01/31/19

ToGayR #2: I believe this is the 9" pie version frm CynUpstateNY, Can someone else verify this, pls? - wigs - 7:44pm on 01/31/19

Yes that is her original post - CathyZKauai - 3:45pm on 02/01/19

CathyZ--Here I thought you'd simply changed Cyn's aunt's REC so it would fill a bigger pie - wigs - 9:14pm on 02/01/19

Thank you wigs and CathyZKauai [NT] - GayR - 9:47pm on 02/01/19

Sorry, Gay, I just saw this post [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:20pm on 02/17/19

30731. Enjoying Menus! Have you looked here recently? [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 2:27pm on 01/31/19 (0)

30732. A little rant about nothing really... - KarenNoCA - 4:41pm on 02/01/19 (17)

Just watched Cook's Country do a recipe that called for a Wisconsin cheese that... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:31pm on 02/01/19

That is great and I do like jack cheese and have it and extra sharp cheddar on hand at all times - KarenNoCA - 8:02pm on 02/01/19

Hey, a question: Down here, in S. Cal, you used to be able to get a nice, buttery Jack cheese . . . - mistral - 2:10am on 02/02/19

Can you still get Teleme Cheese in SoCal? I used to buy it a lot then it disappeared from here - CathyZKauai - 2:12am on 02/03/19

I have had this experience here in Redding (N0 CA) - KarenNoCA - 3:58pm on 02/03/19

My latest “oh, no!” Was Costco discontinuing the country French,or whatever it’s called, bread. - Curious1 - 4:52pm on 02/03/19

Cathy, that cheese made the cover of the Sunset Italian Cookbook I bought back in the 70s. [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:00pm on 02/04/19

Cover photo that rocked my world at 17. [NT] [IMAGE] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:19pm on 02/04/19

No. Way! This cover photo is one of my most favorite cannelloni recipes ever. [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:04pm on 02/04/19

That picture is my cookbook, scanned. I still have it, and use if for several recipes, still. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:46pm on 02/04/19

This is uncanny. I have that cookbook and that Cannelloni recipe is where I found Teleme - CathyZKauai - 2:59pm on 02/06/19

Crazy. Such a small world. :-) - Pat-NoCal - 5:11pm on 02/06/19
I still want to build the wood-fired oven from the instructions that book provides. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:50pm on 02/07/19

My first husband DID build one in the 70s, Michael. Still in operation today [NT] - CathyZKauai - 5:10pm on 02/08/19

NICE! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:45pm on 02/10/19

Thanks for the muenster mention. I recently bought some Finlandia muenster and was surprised at how - Curious1 - 7:41pm on 02/08/19

I agree! Not into mozz either ;) - colleenmomof2 - 12:57am on 02/02/19

30733. What did you have for dinner tonight? [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 12:32am on 02/02/19 (26)

ultimate fish sticks - pmassell_93 - 12:37am on 02/02/19

Finally have space in freezer to add Ultimate Fish Sticks - colleenmomof2 - 10:03am on 02/02/19

the garbanzo/cauliflower thing... - pmassell_93 - 3:43pm on 02/02/19

Multicolor cauliflower - cool. Must have jalapeño tartar sauce! Thanx! - colleenmomof2 - 4:42pm on 02/07/19

We are having leftover orrechiette with pork sugo. It was also posted here by Traca @ link. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 12:44am on 02/02/19

I printed this recipe when Traca shared it - colleenmomof2 - 10:07am on 02/02/19

REC: Vegetarian Thai Peanut Zucchini Noodles - YUM! [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 12:50am on 02/02/19

Yum is right. I will be making this this week! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 7:21pm on 02/03/19

DD's birthday, and she requested beef tongue. - Lana in FL - 1:27am on 02/02/19

So how do you prepare beef tongue? - colleenmomof2 - 10:08am on 02/02/19

Mexican friends of ours go crazy for Tacos de Lengua [LINK] [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 3:50pm on 02/02/19

These sound delicious! [NT] - Lana in FL - 1:26am on 02/05/19
Look delicious, too! Thank you! - colleenmomof2 - 4:38pm on 02/07/19

I do it very simply... - Lana in FL - 1:25am on 02/05/19

I can do this! Thank you! Now to find tongue - colleenmomof2 - 4:39pm on 02/07/19

I usually find it at Super WalMart and Sam's Club. - Lana in FL - 1:13am on 02/08/19

That's how I do it. No, no onions, just pickling spice. My husband always had to be out of the - Marg CDN2 - 5:04am on 02/08/19

We had round 2 of this pasta dish- One-Pan Orecchiette with Chickpeas and Olives [LINK] - judy-mass - 3:06am on 02/02/19

Printed! This sounds yummy! - colleenmomof2 - 10:13am on 02/02/19

Had orecchiette here as well, with Ina Garten's Weeknight Bolognese [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:08am on 02/03/19

PS: I love playing "What's for dinner?" Great way to pick up new recipes. Thx for asking, Colleen.:) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:26am on 02/03/19

Me, too. Great ideas here ;) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 4:43pm on 02/07/19

Home made pizza :-) [NT] - EvaN - 8:47am on 02/03/19

I want to make more yogurt pizza crust with self rising flour [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:45pm on 02/07/19

Our son just sent pix of his cast iron pizza - colleenmomof2 - 4:45pm on 02/07/19

Chicken Parmigiana w Whole Wheat Penne, Garlic Broccoli, Boston Lettuce Salad [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 7:20pm on 02/03/19

30734. Seasoning salt with Lapsang Souchong - dwavle - 3:36pm on 02/02/19 (8)

salad / rice / fish - pmassell_93 - 4:11pm on 02/02/19

Oh yes - love the salad idea! [NT] - dwavle - 4:31pm on 02/02/19

Here's one approach, Dawn, a "smoked" salmon, or poached. You could [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 6:53pm on 02/03/19
Or on edamame such as in this treatment. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 6:56pm on 02/03/19

Wonderful suggestions, thank you! [NT] - dwavle - 7:32pm on 02/03/19

Reached out to a gal on Etsy selling an Organic Smoky Seasoned Salt Lapsang Souchong Tea and got [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:52am on 02/04/19

Thanks for doing that - how very nice! - dwavle - 7:40pm on 02/10/19

Oh...the tea has smoky overtones! That's why I don't like it. Thank you for clearing up that - MarilynFL - 1:10pm on 02/04/19

30735. ISO: recommendation for spices - pmassell_93 - 6:04pm on 02/02/19 (4)

I bought two types of seeds on Amazon in the last few months and do have a recommondation - CathyZKauai - 7:39pm on 02/02/19

thank you [NT] - pmassell_93 - 11:18pm on 02/02/19
Cathy, Frontier was the supplier for a Whole Foods - judy-mass - 12:34pm on 02/03/19
Take a look at San Francisco Herb. [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 1:35am on 02/04/19

30736. Anyone on Keto and have good recipes? [NT] - cheezz - 6:32pm on 02/02/19 (12)

Did it for a few months then had to go off it but here is a great recipe - CathyZKauai - 7:25pm on 02/02/19
pork tenderlion w sage from T&T [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:02am on 02/03/19

REC: Filet Mignons au Poivre - MariaDNoCA - 5:07am on 02/03/19

REC: Garlic Green Beans - MariaDNoCA - 5:08am on 02/03/19

REC: slow cooker garlic chicken - MariaDNoCA - 5:10am on 02/03/19

12 Hour Pork Roast from t&t [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:14am on 02/03/19

REC: Balsamic Roast Chicken from T&T [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:17am on 02/03/19

REC: Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic - MariaDNoCA - 5:20am on 02/03/19

REC: no sugar bbq sauce [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:25am on 02/03/19

Link to old "somercising" recipe forum [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:29am on 02/03/19

Above are a few in reg rotation when I did something similar [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:21am on 02/03/19
Thank you! Big help. I lost sweet cravings within 3 days...I'm amazed! [NT] - cheezz - 12:09am on 02/04/19

30737. Michael and everyone. Looking for really good beef filling for chimichangas - CathyZKauai - 7:15pm on 02/02/19 (7)

How about Sandra's Machaca Mexicana - Pat-NoCal - 8:31pm on 02/02/19
Or Candy's filling for shredded beef enchiladas - Pat-NoCal - 8:33pm on 02/02/19

I think this one fits my bill the best. I'll probably tweak but I like the looks of it [NT] - CathyZKauai - 6:10pm on 02/03/19

Not T&T but here's a recipe for Shredded Beef Chimichangas (at the link) [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 8:37pm on 02/02/19

Thanks for all three Pat. Good ideas indeed. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 4:43pm on 02/03/19

I use Sandra's Machaca Mexicana recipe above, adding a dash of plain white vinegar... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:54pm on 02/04/19

Yes looks like good stuff. Thank you Michael [NT] - CathyZKauai - 3:14pm on 02/05/19

30738. Hi All - do any of you have a hard copy of Joe's Lemon Bars recipe that could post the fractional - LisainLA - 10:11pm on 02/02/19 (5)

Here you go, see if this works for you....Joe's Lemon Bars [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 12:04am on 02/03/19

THanks Pat! I can see the quantities in the one inside your post. :-) I guessed right on amounts, - LisainLA - 12:20am on 02/03/19

Yay, glad it worked. I usually have good luck using GeorgiaRose's approach [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 12:31am on 02/03/19

Using GeorgiaRose's workaround for Apple machines - colleenmomof2 - 1:48pm on 02/04/19

Good tip - maybe this can go in the tips section? [NT] - cheezz - 5:18am on 02/05/19

30739. ISO Food prep: Pre made dinners - EvaN - 8:45am on 02/03/19 (26)

Are you going to freeze the food? Or are you planning to make several from - Charley - 12:01pm on 02/03/19

I can both freeze and keep it in the fridge. I am planning on making - EvaN - 2:23pm on 02/03/19

Eva! Hello! Love seeing you pop in. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:17pm on 02/03/19

Hi Marilyn, I keep dropping back in here now and then when I look for recipes, but I don't always - EvaN - 6:29pm on 02/03/19

Eva I have never purchased takeout food and I work full time. I cook every day and have a tip or two - CathyZKauai - 6:47pm on 02/03/19

I love your ideas, Cathy. And thanks for sharing the recipes - I haven't - EvaN - 8:04pm on 02/03/19

A few ideas for you... - Pat-NoCal - 7:54pm on 02/03/19

CathyZ's Caponata is lovely and can be used in so many ways - Pat-NoCal - 8:03pm on 02/03/19
a fish idea for you... Sandra's Red Snapper Veracruzana - Pat-NoCal - 8:15pm on 02/03/19

I really agree about reheating fish dishes. This recipe looks delicious but fish - Charley - 8:35pm on 02/03/19
I tend to agree with you. The only fish I've had success reheating is bacalao, which - EvaN - 10:38pm on 02/03/19

Since you mention bacalao, do you make brandade? That would reheat. [NT] - Charley - 8:54pm on 02/04/19

In regular rotation here is Stuffed Zucchini and Red Bell Peppers but I use only colorful bell [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 9:33pm on 02/03/19

LOL I was going to post stuffed zucchini and also a stuffed peppers recipe, Pat [NT] - CathyZKauai - 2:56pm on 02/04/19

Oooh, please do. Would love to see 'em, especially the stuffed zucchini. My current favorite - Pat-NoCal - 3:43pm on 02/04/19

Ah, yes, I did post...Sausage Stuffed Zucchini Boats (at the link) [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:46pm on 02/04/19

That is the recipe I would have posted LOL [NT] - CathyZKauai - 3:03pm on 02/06/19

:-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:19pm on 02/06/19

Just ran across this 7-day plan on Chocolate and Zucchini [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:26pm on 02/05/19
Salads in a jar. Here is a link to 30 of them!! We had a quickly made dinner with DD last - Charley - 11:45am on 02/07/19

I totally agree about ready-made salads! Great suggestion, Charley! - colleenmomof2 - 2:39pm on 02/07/19

REC: Becky's Celery Seed Spinach Salad Dressing [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 2:48pm on 02/07/19

Thank you, dressing looks delicious and different from the myriad of others I have. Printed. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:18pm on 02/07/19

Curious, I edited to add a list of spinach salad toppings - colleenmomof2 - 4:26pm on 02/07/19

Thanks, got it. [NT] - Curious1 - 8:07pm on 02/07/19

Mason Jar Meals from Big Red Kitchen [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 3:14pm on 02/07/19

30740. Discount Magazines has Cook's Illustrated and C. Country for $7.72 for a years subscription [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:57pm on 02/03/19 (7)

Thanks-- I just picked up three more renewals/subscriptions. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 6:17pm on 02/03/19
Thank you ever so much - I renewed 5. I was going to dump 3 of them but the price was soooooo low!) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:17pm on 02/03/19

I just hope they don’t dump us. I miss Cooking Light already. [NT] - Curious1 - 11:37pm on 02/03/19

THANK YOU THANK YOU!! Wow, how do they do it so cheap, and no shipping?! [NT] - cheezz - 11:54pm on 02/03/19
Thank you! I renewed this morning [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:36pm on 02/04/19
Happy to be of help, I was very happy to see the discounts on renewals. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:28pm on 02/04/19
so many good deals on the other side of the border [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:31am on 02/05/19

30741. colleenmomof2, I'd like to thank you for constantly inspiring me with your recipe adaptation to - MarilynFL - 4:20pm on 02/03/19 (2)

Please!!!!! Effortless??? No way! - colleenmomof2 - 6:37pm on 02/03/19

You're very welcome. I'm grateful for your simple, logical substitutions. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:56am on 02/04/19

30742. When you least expect it, your heart is opened... - Richard in Cincy - 2:04am on 02/04/19 (8)

Love.Love.Love. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:55am on 02/04/19
Ditto. ❤ [NT] - Anna_X - 6:06am on 02/04/19

The heart is nice! How did you do that, Anna? [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:08pm on 02/04/19

A niece has been bringing this to our Early Christmas lunch for a couple of years - Charley - 12:01pm on 02/04/19
You are so very awesome! - colleenmomof2 - 1:36pm on 02/04/19
Wonderful story..thanks for sharing! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:01pm on 02/04/19
Love this. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 3:48pm on 02/05/19
Bravo Richard. My sister taught alternative high school. Lots of people are awful to their kids... [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:41pm on 02/05/19

30743. So if it makes you smile, it's good. Once every 5 years, I want to do a NFR post. [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 6:22am on 02/05/19 (9)

That is a funny video. The process must have been hilarious. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:02pm on 02/05/19

Here is one that my son showed us a few months ago. Still thrills me to hear it! [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:04pm on 02/05/19

I'd love to see the video but it keeps coming up with a TWO MINUTE ad . . . - mistral - 7:29pm on 02/05/19

You don't get the "Skip Ad" prompt? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 9:32pm on 02/05/19

Nope. Kept waiting for one, didn't get it. Maybe I don't watch enough YouTube videos? (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:00pm on 02/06/19

I get a 4 sec commercial. And the skip. It's worth waiting through that much [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 2:34am on 02/06/19

Goosebumps!!!! Such talent blows me away... [NT] - cheezz - 4:01am on 02/06/19
If I could only hit a few of those notes bang on, I'd be singing all the time. Talented young voices [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:58am on 02/06/19

Sweet. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 11:02pm on 02/08/19

30744. BraveTart's dry muffin pantry mix using coconut oil. Who knew? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:41pm on 02/06/19 (2)

BraveTart, the recipe book [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:04pm on 02/06/19
Oh, wow! I'm definitely making this next week! Thanks so much for sharing - colleenmomof2 - 2:15pm on 02/07/19

30745. Michael and Pat go back to 30732 thread to what I posted [NT] - CathyZKauai - 3:01pm on 02/06/19 (1)

Thanks, Cathy. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:18pm on 02/06/19

30746. Mussels. Anyone eaten them after they have been frozen raw? I froze some as I - Marg CDN2 - 8:32pm on 02/06/19 (1)

I agree with you about the differing opinions. I did not know mussels were even frozen - Charley - 11:41am on 02/07/19

30747. Dirty Little Secret: I've never made a soft-boiled egg. There, now it's out in the ether-verse. - MarilynFL - 3:54pm on 02/07/19 (8)

Richard's FOOTBALL DIP THAT MEN LOVE - colleenmomof2 - 4:31pm on 02/07/19
ONCE. . . I made a quick bread with a beautiful arched top. . . - mistral - 9:01pm on 02/07/19
Pomegranates. I just don't get it. - Richard in Cincy - 10:44pm on 02/07/19
Raw Raspberries, blueberries & banana-it is a texture thing - Melissa Dallas - 1:36am on 02/08/19
Soft-boiled egg epiphany! - MarilynFL - 3:06pm on 02/08/19

Curtis Stone and his egg toys [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:12pm on 02/08/19
As one who DID in childhood eat soft boiled eggs from an egg cup with toast soldiers - Charley - 3:49pm on 02/08/19

Yogurt. Tofu. Sour Cream. Vinegar. Bottled Mayo. Yellow Mustard. Never used alone for me. - CathyZKauai - 5:18pm on 02/08/19

30748. Will someone please explain NYTimes recipe situation? I get that they want you to pay and subscribe [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:42pm on 02/07/19 (7)

I'm not a subscriber, but I can get some of the recipes. - judy-mass - 11:27pm on 02/07/19
I have a teacher's digital subscription, and for quite a while I had access to all the recipes. - Lana in FL - 1:18am on 02/08/19
I lean on a friend who has a subs'n to relieive that frustration for me. I am also noticing more pop - Marg CDN2 - 5:00am on 02/08/19
The "pattern" may be that you have clicked on too many articles for the pay period. You - Charley - 12:08pm on 02/08/19

Thanks. I know about the 10 *reads* per month. I go in via a daily *free* link - MarilynFL - 2:49pm on 02/08/19

That's interesting about the device!! I'd like to read more of WAPO so I amy try - Charley - 3:46pm on 02/08/19

Access to the recipes by subscription type - Richard in Cincy - 10:56pm on 02/08/19

30749. Piri Piri Chicken [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 1:33am on 02/08/19 (14)

Wow! This DOES look really good! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 8:23pm on 02/08/19
I agree with Michael. You sent me on a search for peri peri sauce in my area. Which brand did you - Curious1 - 12:37am on 02/09/19

I used Kroger’s Private Selection house brand - Melissa Dallas - 3:57am on 02/09/19

I don’t remember the other nrand-name, but it came in medium & hot - Melissa Dallas - 3:59am on 02/09/19

Pretty sure the other brand was Nando’s looking on Amazon [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 4:08am on 02/09/19

Penzeys Spices carries Peri Peri. A mix of cayenne, garlic, ginger, fenugreek, - KarenNoCA - 5:14pm on 02/10/19

No. Just No. My Portuguese South African soul is appalled. Cilantro???? - Lana in FL - 4:36am on 02/09/19

I bought a bottle of Nando's medium. Plan to marinate the chicken today and grill tonight. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:37pm on 02/09/19

Interested to know how hot medium is? [NT] - Pam - 9:02pm on 02/09/19
The chicken came out really good. I'll be making it again, regularly. Different flavor profile.. - Michael in Phoenix - 11:43pm on 02/10/19

Lana, you sound like me and Michael commenting on chili revipes:) - Melissa Dallas - 1:45pm on 02/10/19

Yes :) :) The rest of the recipe looks really good - Lana in FL - 6:10pm on 02/10/19

My DH thinks cilantro tastes like soap - Pam - 5:02pm on 02/13/19

RvB used to call it "Irish Spring" taste. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:15pm on 02/14/19

30750. Aw. My friends' little boy did not win the Bocuse d'Or for the US. We all agree that it is just - Marg CDN2 - 5:10am on 02/08/19 (2)

Sorry to hear that, but I'm sure he had a wonderful experience being a participant. I am impressed! [NT] - wigs - 7:26pm on 02/09/19
If ever a participation trophy meant something special it would be here. He's to be congratulated. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:17pm on 02/16/19

30751. European Deli is having a huge post-Christmas clearance sale... [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 4:48am on 02/09/19 (4)

The lebkuchen.I could live off those cookies if I ever had to choose. [NT] - EvaN - 10:45am on 02/09/19

You probably would be quite fine... - Richard in Cincy - 7:10pm on 02/09/19

Thank you, Richard. I ordered far too much. - Lana in FL - 10:02pm on 02/10/19

at those prices, how could you not? - Richard in Cincy - 12:02am on 02/14/19

30752. One week of pre-made dinners done, and I'm sold. - EvaN - 10:58am on 02/09/19 (7)

Yay, Eva, I'm so glad your first week of pre-made - Pat-NoCal - 2:40pm on 02/09/19
Sounds like you have dinners well under control for lots of weeks to come. Great idea! [NT] - wigs - 7:15pm on 02/09/19
Congratulations! My approach as well... - Richard in Cincy - 7:34pm on 02/09/19

I think I got a little over enthusiastic here. I just bought two ducks...... - EvaN - 11:28am on 02/11/19

Cassoulet!! YOu might prepare confit from at least one or both since there isn't a lot of - Charley - 1:28pm on 02/11/19
2 ducks no problem...Roast Duck. Duck Fat Roast Potatoes... [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 5:35pm on 02/11/19

or on the BBQ spit collecting all that wonderful fat in a pan below. Love duck fat. And it's so easy - Marg CDN2 - 11:46pm on 02/11/19

30753. Chicken Parmigiana-Pepperoni-Shittake Mushroom w 4 Cheeses Pizza - Richard in Cincy - 7:01pm on 02/09/19 (1)

That sounds scrumptious, Richard! [NT] - wigs - 7:07pm on 02/09/19

30754. Roasted Butternut Squash Bisque - Richard in Cincy - 9:01pm on 02/09/19 (2)

Thank you Richard, sounds delicious..... [NT] - GayR - 2:39am on 02/10/19
This sounds wonderful, I have everything at home to make this! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 5:41pm on 02/14/19

30755. Tomato and Green Bean Salad, my favourite side [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 9:53pm on 02/09/19 (4)

Wow, this has me dreaming of summer and good tomatoes - Melissa Dallas - 12:40am on 02/10/19
It looks to me like he is using the heirloom cherry tomatoes that I think are pretty - Charley - 11:11am on 02/10/19

I don’t find them to be so [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:42pm on 02/10/19

You probably did find it here :) This got my salivary glands going too! [NT] [LINK] - RuthAB - 3:15pm on 02/10/19

30756. Beijing Dumplings for Chinese New Year - Richard in Cincy - 5:46pm on 02/11/19 (8)

Crazy, I was just reading about that dumpling boiling technique in Susanna Foo's [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 10:30pm on 02/11/19
What a fantastic class--thank you for sharing this dumpling boiling technique, Richard.... [NT] - wigs - 2:11pm on 02/12/19
I use a recipe from Ming Tsai that I really like for the filling. My niece and I... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:28pm on 02/12/19

Picture of "group fold". ; ) [NT] [IMAGE] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:55pm on 02/12/19

Love seeing so many guys cooking. Looks like a perogie-fest. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:41pm on 02/12/19

Me too! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:37pm on 02/13/19

The wrapping of the dumplings... [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 11:58pm on 02/13/19

Excellent! Thanks. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:18am on 02/16/19

30757. These were really good: Savory Double Walnut Scones. Help me make them even better. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:30pm on 02/12/19 (9)

Savory Double-Walnut Scones from Better Homes and Gardens - MarilynFL - 4:33pm on 02/12/19
Thoughts - deb-in-MI - 5:30pm on 02/12/19
I'd add just a little blue cheese [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:58pm on 02/12/19
Did you use unsalted butter? Recipe calls for "butter" so try salted butter and walnuts. . . - mistral - 9:26pm on 02/12/19

Thank you ladies! Deb, I did add cayenne (liked that hit!), Melissa, I'll keep an - MarilynFL - 10:39pm on 02/12/19

Pecans (I’m on a pecans kick lately) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:58am on 02/13/19

Oh, yeah, pecans sound good here. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:39pm on 02/13/19

Re: Edna Lewis - Richard in Cincy - 11:52pm on 02/13/19

Richard, here is the recipe I quoted. I don't know squat about the ratios. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 8:52pm on 02/14/19

30758. Need some advice about how to cut this recipe down - Pam - 5:19pm on 02/12/19 (12)

Pam, I tend to look at the math and use the easiest divisor. In this case: 3 - MarilynFL - 5:56pm on 02/12/19

Thanks - Pam - 4:53pm on 02/13/19
Marilyn, is there some reason U did NOt scale the Italian seasoning back to 1 tsp? [NT] - wigs - 9:57pm on 02/13/19

Good catch, Pam & wigs. Thank you. That was a typo. Should be 1 tsp (I corrected it). [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:30am on 02/15/19

I've made this - it actually freezes pretty well - I put it into - Tess - 6:57pm on 02/12/19

I was going to suggest freezing, or making the sauce up until the - LisainLA - 8:53pm on 02/12/19

As everyone else seems to be saying, I'd make it and divide it and freeze for other times. - Charley - 12:35pm on 02/13/19
REC: Eggplant and Italian Sausage Gratin (same recipe as above) - colleenmomof2 - 1:59pm on 02/13/19

Made it last night! - Pam - 7:01pm on 02/14/19

Thanks for the feedback. I want to try this, similar to my moussaka recipe,sausage instead of beef. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:28pm on 02/15/19
It sounds really good, Pam. Moving the recipe up toward the top of the pile. ;-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:35pm on 02/15/19
Also should add that I used Hot Italian Sausage [NT] - Pam - 8:01pm on 02/18/19

30759. What would you do with 1 eggplant? a big one.... - Heather_in_SF - 12:17am on 02/13/19 (20)

Wyatt’s Cafeteria’s Baked Eggplant - Melissa Dallas - 1:01am on 02/13/19

Oooo nice one! - Heather_in_SF - 8:16pm on 02/13/19

Some of the other posts of it I find say peeled and cut in 1 inch cubes [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:38pm on 02/13/19

Looks good. Question: how salty should the eggplant-soaking water be? (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:45pm on 02/13/19

I can't find a single version that says - they all just say "salted water" [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:38pm on 02/13/19

Isn't that funny - well cubes sound good to me. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 10:57pm on 02/13/19

Caponata? pasta alla norma? Since you say not big enough for parmesan I guess not - Charley - 12:29pm on 02/13/19
So good to see you, Heather! I'd make Evelyn's Briami - colleenmomof2 - 1:57pm on 02/13/19

I haven't made that in a while, that's a nice idea! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 8:16pm on 02/13/19

REC: Pam's Eggplant and Italian Sausage Gratin [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 2:02pm on 02/13/19
Eggplant Rollatini with Spinach - rhoward2va - 9:26pm on 02/13/19
Sesame Eggplant Parmesan - Marg CDN2 - 10:31pm on 02/13/19
GRILLED EGGPLANT ROULADES OLIVO - Marg CDN2 - 10:32pm on 02/13/19
Eggpplant Caviar - Marg CDN2 - 10:36pm on 02/13/19
Za'alouk! [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 11:46pm on 02/13/19
Wow these all sound so good! I copied them all into a file and will report back after this weekend. - Heather_in_SF - 12:13am on 02/14/19
I love this eggplant recipe from Maureen Abood. Ive made it several times. It is easier than [LINK] - Curious1 - 12:50am on 02/14/19

Another fan of this delicious Lebanese baked eggplant dish. I too used - Pat-NoCal - 2:05am on 02/14/19
This does sound lovely - it's a pretty big eggplant, maybe I can make a vegetarian - Heather_in_SF - 5:34pm on 02/14/19

Honestly? If it were me I'd probably wait to try with the - Pat-NoCal - 3:27pm on 02/15/19

30760. Cook's Illustrated for $5 - Charley - 1:54pm on 02/13/19 (2)

That's a great price, but CI is really annoying when it comes to renewals. That's why I quit. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:15pm on 02/14/19

I don't ever get it unless at this price. [NT] - Charley - 3:38pm on 02/14/19

30761. Cream Tart-style first anniversary cake my son made for two close friends celebrating their first... [IMAGE] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:01pm on 02/13/19 (10)

The happy couple and the other goodies he made. [NT] [IMAGE] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:25pm on 02/13/19
Beautiful! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:19pm on 02/13/19
Absolutely gorgeous!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:59pm on 02/13/19
I am very impressed! What a pretty spread of desserts. I'm sure they taste delish, too! [NT] - wigs - 9:53pm on 02/13/19
Beautiful. I've never garnished my French style custard fruit tarts! - Richard in Cincy - 11:44pm on 02/13/19

He's always had an eye for creative arrangements. Even as a very small child! - Michael in Phoenix - 3:13pm on 02/14/19

It is a work of art proud Papa. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:50am on 02/15/19

Pass along my compliments, M. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:13pm on 02/14/19
Beautiful, creative, tasty looking! I want a bite, please ;) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 8:04pm on 02/14/19
So pretty! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:31am on 02/15/19

30762. Do any of you replace some of the flour with cornstarch in cookies? I've read - CynUpstateNY - 3:35pm on 02/13/19 (13)

Yes. My favorite Scotch Shortbread - Melissa Dallas - 4:10pm on 02/13/19

Yes, it is great with shortbread! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:35pm on 02/13/19
me too [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:27pm on 02/13/19
Me 3! I always put cornstarch in the shortbread. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 11:41pm on 02/13/19
Powdered sugar typically has cornstarch in it to minimize clumping. - MarilynFL - 2:55pm on 02/14/19

I use this recipe from Mimi's site for Spritz cookies at Christmas. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:36pm on 02/13/19
They both sound good and I'll print them out but I was going to make some - CynUpstateNY - 4:40pm on 02/13/19

Stay warm! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:02pm on 02/13/19

That's pretty much impossible in the Mohawk Valley in winter, but thanks - CynUpstateNY - 4:39pm on 02/14/19

Cyn, Just found this searching for something else and now I want to try them..... [LINK] - GayR - 9:47pm on 02/13/19

I am definitely going to try these, too! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:37pm on 02/14/19

It is the way to convert AP flour to pastry flour so maybe that is why. I think it is - Charley - 11:56am on 02/14/19
Marcy Goldman's in Cooks Illustrated: Original Holiday Butter Cookie Master Recipe [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 6:53pm on 02/14/19

30763. Some "Hope, Faith, Love" Cookies I made [IMAGE] - deb-in-MI - 7:58pm on 02/13/19 (19)

My apologies - the pic is HUGE!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:59pm on 02/13/19

And the cookies are HUGELY beautiful! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:40pm on 02/13/19
Here they are again, hopefully resized. The big pic really shows detail though! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:52pm on 02/14/19

Never mind. Can't seem to get it to upload resized. Sorry! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:09pm on 02/14/19

Thank you for trying Michael:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:10pm on 02/15/19

Yr lettering & scrollwork are absolutely gorgeous! I've never had enuf patience. Yrs are so prettty. [NT] - wigs - 9:52pm on 02/13/19
Beautiful, Deb [NT] - GayR - 9:53pm on 02/13/19
SUPERB!!! So beautiful! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:22pm on 02/13/19
These are SO impressive! Is there some decal that creates this printed work? I know nothing. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:29pm on 02/13/19

I used a cookie stencil - I sure couldn't do the lettering by hand:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:49pm on 02/14/19

I am now curious enough to visit a store to find out what's going on. These are so spectacular. Thx [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:21am on 02/15/19

I haven't seen them in stores, I purchased them online - deb-in-MI - 1:54am on 02/15/19

Beautiful! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 11:39pm on 02/13/19
Aw...thanks so much! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:49pm on 02/14/19

Damn, girl! [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:53pm on 02/14/19

Just Gorgeous! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:26pm on 02/14/19
You are talented! These look amazing! Congratulations, Deb ;) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 7:00pm on 02/14/19
Those are so elegant, very special! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 8:29pm on 02/14/19
So beautiful! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:32am on 02/15/19

30764. Barkshack Ginger Mead [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 2:52am on 02/15/19 (3)

[NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:03am on 02/15/19
I remember this like it was yesterday! - judy-mass - 1:55pm on 02/16/19

I'm making another batch this weekend. - Richard in Cincy - 5:06pm on 02/16/19

30765. My new word for the day: eierschalensollbruchstellenverursach - MarilynFL - 4:07pm on 02/15/19 (7)

Oh my! Where did you find it? I've always wanted an eierschalensollbruchstellenverursach! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 7:33pm on 02/15/19

...and on the eighth day God created Amazon.com. Then He went out for a beer. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:45pm on 02/15/19

Thanks!!! I love those!!! I could help you with the pronunciation, but... - Richard in Cincy - 5:50am on 02/16/19

My favorite word: *Backpfeifengesicht* (German) Someone who needs to be punched in the face. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:28pm on 02/16/19

Mine: Grantigezwiedelrwürzel'n - Richard in Cincy - 12:51am on 02/17/19

Feuerversicherungsgesellschaft - judy-mass - 1:41pm on 02/17/19
This has gotta be one of my favorite threads. Sure wish I could hear y'all pronounce them. [NT] - Curious1 - 8:33pm on 02/17/19

30766. Chef Eddy Van Damme Hot Cross Buns Loaf.....featured Dixie Crystal Sugar .... check some of his many [LINK] - GayR - 1:54pm on 02/16/19 (3)

Looks great! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:09pm on 02/16/19
I love hot cross buns, but 5 tablespoons instant yeast??? - Lana in FL - 6:36pm on 02/16/19

Lana thank you for picking that up.....must be an error..... [NT] - GayR - 7:34pm on 02/16/19

30767. FRC: Cake experiment - fold in 1/2 cup (118 ml) heavy cream whipped to soft peaks [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:42pm on 02/16/19 (1)

I haven't but can't wait to try it! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 5:04pm on 02/16/19

30768. Hmmm...$137 RT to Gotham City on Delta... - Richard in Cincy - 12:57am on 02/17/19 (3)

Also, last year I finally made it the Heidelberg and it is all true: 1st time I've had truly - Richard in Cincy - 1:00am on 02/17/19
Date range please. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:37pm on 02/17/19
I haven't made final plans yet, but it will include the 1st week of may. Roughly 29 April-8 May. - Richard in Cincy - 5:03pm on 02/17/19

30769. The next time you're thinking about carrot cake at Cheesecake Factory...well, think first. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:34pm on 02/17/19 (4)

[WARNING: DO NOT SEARCH ON *FOOD PORN* Big mistake. BIG MISTAKE!] [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:40pm on 02/17/19

Ha! Hubby at work once, searched for a shirt to buy me as a gift. Brand was Foxy Lady. [NT] - Curious1 - 8:38pm on 02/17/19

:-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:34pm on 02/18/19

Have had their carrot cake - yum! We like their tiramisu and Buffalo Blasts - [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 8:15pm on 02/17/19

30770. Good Lord. Apparently I've been under a rock for...forever. Just marinated chicken breasts - MarilynFL - 5:23pm on 02/17/19 (5)

Boneless, skinless chicken breast marinated in buttermilk - MarilynFL - 5:34pm on 02/17/19
If you want to try - a delicious Fried Chicken with using boneless breasts/buttermilk - deb-in-MI - 1:07pm on 02/18/19
There can be diminishing returns on over-marinating in buttermilk=mushiness. But - Charley - 2:30pm on 02/18/19

Love using rice flour! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:38pm on 02/18/19
Just made a thick boneless filet (8 oz) that was in the mix for 48 hours. Still perfect. - MarilynFL - 3:36pm on 02/19/19

30771. Would appreciate your opinion on tipping at small coffee shops - MarilynFL - 7:44pm on 02/17/19 (10)

This one is hard for us, too. - colleenmomof2 - 8:29pm on 02/17/19
Can you access Consumer Reports through your library? Article on tipping in February 2019 issue. - Curious1 - 8:55pm on 02/17/19

Thanks. I'll check it out. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:54pm on 02/18/19

This is a typical sandwich menu. Price + side + tax + tip. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:46pm on 02/17/19
If someone is carrying food to me at a table, I usually drop a buck or two in the tip jar. - LisainLA - 11:09pm on 02/17/19

That works for me. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:58pm on 02/17/19
I will usually drop my change and a dollar bill in the jar if someone delivers food to... - Michael in Phoenix - 10:00pm on 02/18/19

Wait until you have been retired for almost 10 years. You will be able to answer your question. - Marg CDN2 - 3:20am on 02/18/19

Agree, Marg! I think it's ridiculous to have a tip jar at the register of a grocery store [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:55pm on 02/18/19

Now THAT I have not seen. I think Lisa has it about right. If I get my coffee AT the counter - Charley - 2:27pm on 02/18/19

30772. Hey Marilyn? How'd you celebrate 66? [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 8:20pm on 02/17/19 (14)

With a trip to Nashville to see Rhiannon Giddens [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:53pm on 02/17/19

Her she is in Angel City, which was added to the score of Lucy Negro, Redux [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:54pm on 02/17/19

Very poor group shot taken after audience Q&A [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:18pm on 02/17/19

Francesco Turrisi playing drum [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:26pm on 02/17/19

Francesco Turrisi playing piano [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:27pm on 02/17/19

Wow! Very exciting! Poetry set to music and ballet! Lucky you! [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 6:23am on 02/18/19

2 more shows scheduled in Knoxville 3/20 & 3/21 [NT] [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 6:26am on 02/18/19

Happy birthday, Mar. Any restaurant recommendations for the - Pat-NoCal - 5:04pm on 02/18/19

Happy Birthday!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:36pm on 02/18/19
Not really. I was there for less than 48 hrs and only had breakfast out. - MarilynFL - 1:02pm on 02/19/19

Happy Belated Birthday Mar!!! [NT] - LisainLA - 3:30pm on 02/19/19
Belated wishes for your 66th and many happy returns of the day! [NT] - wigs - 4:38pm on 02/19/19

My thanks to all of you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:59pm on 02/19/19

Missed this...Happy Belated, Mar! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:02pm on 02/20/19

30773. It's snowing here in Michigan! What does it look like out your window? - colleenmomof2 - 8:37pm on 02/17/19 (18)

Fred Grub Mugs - know anyone graduating/moving? [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 9:12pm on 02/17/19

Colleen, I don't understand your link. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:44pm on 02/17/19

So sorry - fixed! Thanks for the heads-up! [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 5:39am on 02/18/19

It's been raining now for days (weeks?) but here was my last snow fall. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:43pm on 02/17/19
Raining, raining, raining. Cold for Kauai. At least the wind stopped. - CathyZKauai - 12:16am on 02/18/19
Was just now laying on the floor doing stretching exercises and saw a bright beautiful rainbow. - Pat-NoCal - 2:23am on 02/18/19
Never get snow here and the sight of snow on palm trees was bizarre. I do not long for the winters - Marg CDN2 - 3:17am on 02/18/19
Snow, sleet and freezing rain. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:53pm on 02/18/19
Snow has stopped. Looks like 6 inches. Time to clear off the car ;) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 2:41pm on 02/18/19

Sounds like a good day for soup or stew. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:23pm on 02/18/19

That's THE thing that I like about cold weather. I love braising. But for 1 person it seems - Marg CDN2 - 8:26pm on 02/18/19

Still cooking but stashing extra in freezer - colleenmomof2 - 4:32pm on 02/19/19

Yes! Made (and enjoyed) clam chowder ;) [NT] [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:28pm on 02/19/19

Perfect! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:01pm on 02/19/19

We are bouncing back and forth from 80s one day to 30s the next - Melissa Dallas - 4:38pm on 02/18/19
Low 60s, gusty winds, rainy/sunny, and sinkholes are opening up! - LisainLA - 3:26pm on 02/19/19

Yikes! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:01pm on 02/19/19
Our incessant rain for the past year has caused my neighbors 5 foot diameter, 60 foot tall oak - MarilynFL - 12:28am on 02/20/19

30774. 2 new finds at Trader Joe's - nutritional yeast flakes and umami seasoning [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 8:40pm on 02/17/19 (1)

Interesting that the umami doesn't include any msg. I always keep a container of ... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:20pm on 02/18/19

30775. BACON!!!! Bought 5 packages each of precooked pieces and bits at Aldi - colleenmomof2 - 8:55pm on 02/17/19 (4)

Yum! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:49pm on 02/18/19
That's a winner. I go to the breakfast bar at our big super and get a container of just bacon-- - Charley - 2:24pm on 02/18/19
Costco sells pound packages of partially cooked bacon, great to microwave for BLTs, etc. $11-$12. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:24pm on 02/18/19

my favorite. It lasts a long time too. [NT] - Janet in NC - 3:33pm on 02/19/19

30776. And speaking of braising. This is the simplest, delicious method of doing beef shank. - Marg CDN2 - 8:31pm on 02/18/19 (8)

No liquid? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 9:51pm on 02/18/19

nope, it all comes from the onions. And no browning. It all cooks at once. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:24pm on 02/18/19

This method also works with 4 onions + 4 pork chops. After 2 hours, add 1 C heavy cream. Reduce. - MarilynFL - 12:59pm on 02/19/19

any herbs?? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:48pm on 02/19/19

I never bothered, but then I'm lazy that way. I'd imagine it could only improve the flavor. - MarilynFL - 12:20am on 02/20/19

This sounds good, Marg. Do you like braising this stove top or in the oven? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 10:52pm on 02/18/19

Stovetop. I think I learned braising in the Caribb where the heat of the oven was painful but it - Marg CDN2 - 6:13am on 02/19/19

I've done low and slow oven braising with good results. Will try your recipe stovetop. Thanks, Marg. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:59pm on 02/19/19

30777. Keep or toss? Unopened portion of half ham in cryovac packaging purchased from Costco - LisainLA - 12:18am on 02/19/19 (10)

Certainly NOT toss it. If you aren't going to use it in the next week freeze it. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 12:39am on 02/19/19
and if that's just the freeze date, seems that it is meant for the consumer for several days beyond [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:14am on 02/19/19
Those hams are cured AND cooked and sealed. I think you can keep it for a couple - Charley - 12:45pm on 02/19/19
Thanks all! Now I need to come up with leftover ideas for the remainder onceI - LisainLA - 3:17pm on 02/19/19

Make a big pea or lentil soup with the leftover ham and a smoked ham hock - Janet in NC - 3:40pm on 02/19/19
We are only two so when I have made a ham I have found I can slice a portion for - Charley - 4:13pm on 02/19/19

Agree! We save/freeze slices and make Cuban or grilled tomato/ham/cheese sandwiches - colleenmomof2 - 4:22pm on 02/19/19

Ham, Fontina and Spinach Bread Pudding is a recipe we like really well. Half the recipe is plenty [LINK] - Curious1 - 7:48pm on 02/19/19

Oh yes, this would be good. Or a frittata using ham, cheese, veggies and eggs. - Charley - 12:51pm on 02/20/19

Ham Loaf from Cook's Country. We like this one. The glaze is delicious. - Curious1 - 7:53pm on 02/19/19

30778. Saw this on CI this morning. Thought of Richard. Brisket with Cumin and ... [IMAGE] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:09pm on 02/19/19 (4)

REC: Braised Brisket w/ Pomegranate, cumin, and Cilantro--Serves 6 to 8 - wigs - 4:33pm on 02/19/19

Richard isn't a fan of pomegranate seeds, but thanks for posting wigs. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:36pm on 02/19/19

Just teasing him a little. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:36pm on 02/19/19
Understood, but the colors are PERFECT for a red & green yule-tide garnish so maybe he will use the - wigs - 3:52pm on 02/20/19

30779. Brothy Clam Chowder (Maine-type) - very tasty ;) [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:11pm on 02/19/19 (0)