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31216. ISO savory shippable food gift recipes. Family would prefer less sweets. - MariaDNoCA - 4:46am on 11/25/19 (24)

I love a good jerky or pepperoni sticks, many of the grocery stores or meat shops - KarenNoCA - 8:15pm on 11/25/19

Now I�m hungry for jerky! Unfortunately they are vegetarian. Forgot to mention that. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:47am on 11/26/19

Dried fruit, nuts and mailable cheese? My friend in Los Gatos mailed me a string of walnuts dipped [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:20pm on 11/25/19

Also, panforte, which uses dark chocolate, dried fruit & nuts. It's kindof a cake/candy [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:27pm on 11/25/19

I LOVE panforte! - judy-mass - 11:36pm on 11/25/19
This sounds delish, I might try it if I can find citron. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:39am on 11/26/19

Ya. I don't do citron. It's too bitter for me. But the dried cherries, apricots & orange peel made - MarilynFL - 2:56pm on 11/26/19

Yummy!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:10am on 11/27/19

Good luck. I am very upset because Kalyustan's, which sold large pieces of glace citron, no longer - Lana in FL - 3:27am on 11/27/19

In years gone by, I have made things like mustards and chutneys - judy-mass - 11:23pm on 11/25/19

This sounds right up their alley. I�d love it if you could post! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:38am on 11/26/19

Basic Mustard Recipe [LINK] - judy-mass - 12:56pm on 11/26/19
Great Gift Mustard - judy-mass - 12:57pm on 11/26/19

Moravian sugar cake which is a different kind of sweet. buttered pecans, jams and - Charley - 12:05am on 11/26/19

Recipes? They�ll get plenty of sweet already, savory things to make are hard to find. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:41am on 11/26/19

Moravian sugar cake is a specialty of Old Salem in NC which is really quite east to make - Charley - 4:51pm on 11/26/19

Most communities have special products that are made locally. Here we have - KarenNoCA - 3:45pm on 11/26/19

Lots of good nuts and olives and oils or vinegars in Ca. Any local herb mixes or rubs or jars of - AngAk1 - 9:13pm on 11/26/19

Oh my sister does not cook or do recipes ingredients/recipes will be lost on her - MariaDNoCA - 2:01am on 11/27/19

How about Granola? You can control the sweetness, sweeten with maple syrup, etc - MoNJ - 11:49am on 11/26/19

Oh, that's a good idea. Put in canning jars with fru-fru fabric & ribbon. Thanks, Mo! Stealing it. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:57pm on 11/26/19

That's just how I was picturing it packaged up. Perfect description, Mar :) [NT] - MoNJ - 3:41pm on 11/27/19

Here is one of the best Granola recipes I have had or made. It is delicious and my friends [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 3:50pm on 11/26/19

I think this is the recipe--Yes! It's really good--thank you Karen - MoNJ - 3:15pm on 11/27/19

31217. Whipped feta dip? Which is best? feta + yogurt? Feta + mayo & sour cream? Or feta + cream cheese? [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:45am on 11/26/19 (6)

Traca posted a REC a while back that used feta w/ cream cheese as a base for a tom. topping. [NT] [LINK] - wigs - 8:35pm on 11/26/19

This is wonderful. I cut back on the feta. It can overwhelm. Roasted tomatoes are good too [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:01pm on 11/26/19
This si one of my favorites too. Ina Garten's balsamic garlic roasted tomatoes - MoNJ - 3:44pm on 11/27/19

REC: Ina's Roasted Tomatoes [NT] [LINK] - MoNJ - 3:48pm on 11/27/19

This takes longer than Ina's recipe, but so worth it! Tomato Confit - judy-mass - 10:24pm on 11/27/19

Thanks all. I went with Traca's (thanks, wigs) and Angie's note to reduce feta. Used [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:56pm on 11/28/19

31218. Can I soak this Bread-and-Butter overnight, or for a few hours? [LINK] - Lana in FL - 3:19pm on 11/27/19 (2)

I think it is a lot like overnight French toast which does fine sitting before baking. [NT] - Charley - 4:25pm on 11/27/19

Thanks! I hoped so, but needed reassurance. :) [NT] - Lana in FL - 4:55pm on 11/27/19

31219. Yikes, I lost a recipe that is a family fave and one I got from one of our police department - KarenNoCA - 9:23pm on 11/27/19 (14)

You mention it here but it has mayo. Perhaps you substituted sour cream? [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 12:32am on 11/28/19
And I�m so envious of your romaine, stores here removed all products with romaine, any source. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:37am on 11/28/19

Our local Raleys store sent messages out to their customers that they also had Romaine that was not - KarenNoCA - 3:44pm on 11/28/19

Hi Karen, can you tell more about the Arizona info? I only see Salinas, and I am - LisainLA - 10:35pm on 11/29/19

Here is what I read. [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 12:05am on 11/30/19

while you were in for...what??? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:48am on 11/28/19

?? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:47pm on 11/28/19
Ha, you Canadian mixie. I think Marg was asking what you were in jail for (police reference). [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:51pm on 11/28/19

HAH [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:48am on 11/29/19

:-D [NT] - LisainLA - 10:33pm on 11/29/19

Good grief, I was not in jail. I was a city of redding police dept employee. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:59pm on 11/29/19

Yes, we know, sweetie. Now, could you turn to the right so we can get a profile? [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:24am on 11/30/19

I love a smile at bedtime. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:29am on 11/30/19

Thank you Curious, I had done a search but that info did not come up for me - KarenNoCA - 3:43pm on 11/28/19

31220. Happy American Thanksgiving tomorrow. I hope - emtd - 5:02am on 11/28/19 (6)

( weird numbers after my name were supposed to be a Canadian flag ) [NT] - emtd - 5:03am on 11/28/19
Yes, best wishes for good times. (and no snow delays) [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:46am on 11/28/19
Happy thanksgiving! Here�s today�s version if Dorie�s All American apple pie [NT] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 9:39pm on 11/28/19

Beautiful pie, Maria! How did you paint your leaves and the vine or tree twigs? [NT] - wigs - 11:28am on 12/01/19

Food coloring/water, but it oddly turned all dark in the oven. [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 8:06pm on 12/01/19

Many thanks!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:25pm on 11/29/19

31221. We're in the dumpy season here. Does anyone want to do a Post your Favourite Soup thread? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:57am on 11/29/19 (23)

Caldo de Queso Sonoran style [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 11:49am on 11/29/19
Curried Spinach and Lentil Soup - judy-mass - 11:12pm on 11/29/19
Fiesta Pumpkin Soup - judy-mass - 11:14pm on 11/29/19
Garlic and Egg Soup - judy-mass - 11:16pm on 11/29/19
Portuguese Potato and Kale Soup - judy-mass - 11:18pm on 11/29/19

Thai Red Curry Sweet Potato and Lentil Soup [LINK] - judy-mass - 11:22pm on 11/29/19

Chili as posted by Dwayne Tallman in ....MORE THAN COOKIES! published by The Northwest Georgia Girl - wigs - 11:07am on 11/30/19

Looks tasty, but it's hardly 'chili'. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:51pm on 11/30/19

LOL! It DOES have chili powder in it. With a lot of chili recipes, this is the qualifier! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 1:50am on 12/01/19
Good call.....maybe southern chili? Smile. [NT] - wigs - 2:27am on 12/01/19
Italian sausage? Garbanzo beans? LOL!!!!! Like I said, could be tasty, but no, NOT real chili! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:58am on 12/01/19

Did a search, but didn't find yr real chili recipe, Michael, & I'd love to make it if U'd post. TIA! [NT] - wigs - 11:20am on 12/01/19

This is my preference. A very simple Red Chile Pork (or Beef) - Michael in Phoenix - 12:34pm on 12/01/19

Thank you! [NT] - wigs - 7:09pm on 12/01/19
Pecos Valley Bowl of Red - Melissa Dallas - 11:10pm on 12/01/19

This sounds very good, Melissa! Thanks for posting.... [NT] - wigs - 11:23am on 12/06/19

This sounds wonderful! Look away Michael, I will make it with moose Italian for a chili - AngAk1 - 2:14pm on 12/11/19

I can't eat spinach any longer but this is probably my best. By the way, for my Christmas miracle - Marg CDN2 - 6:13am on 12/01/19

Wow. Good for you! Praises! - Michael in Phoenix - 11:01am on 12/01/19
Well done, Marg's Body! Good job in taking care of the brain trust. - MarilynFL - 6:39pm on 12/01/19

Broccoli. There's one I'd be happy to give up. I have had these since I was 20. And the huge ones - Marg CDN2 - 8:37pm on 12/01/19

Does anyone else love the old Lipton noodle soup in the box, or Mrs Grass with the golden marble of - AngAk1 - 1:56pm on 12/11/19

{me!!!} There was probably so much salt in that it could qualify as a deer salt lick. But YES! [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:59pm on 12/17/19

31222. Really low food magazine Black Friday sales (BA $3.90, Food & Wine $8.75) [NT] [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 2:25pm on 11/29/19 (3)

Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:38pm on 11/29/19
Thanks. Found some that weren't in mine. Kids will be happy!! [NT] - Charley - 2:31pm on 11/30/19
Thx, Deb! Put in my own order plus a gift order for a niece--1 more item off my holiday To Do list. [NT] - wigs - 11:24am on 12/01/19

31223. Garlicky Pork Roast What a different flavour to a porker. I really enjoyed this. Mine didn't pull, - Marg CDN2 - 6:31am on 11/30/19 (4)

The roasting temp is too high IMO to be able to "pull" it. When you do it again - Charley - 12:35pm on 11/30/19

Yes, that is my usual method as well. And I may do that in the futur, but the best part of this was - Marg CDN2 - 4:49pm on 11/30/19

I make a LOT of pulled pork and as I say in my recipe--the cooking time of - Charley - 1:11pm on 12/01/19

Do you think this could be modified for pork tenderloin? Sounds great. [NT] - emtd - 1:28am on 01/16/20

31224. You know that phrase: *The tension in the room was so thick you could cut it with a knife.* [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 3:07pm on 11/30/19 (4)

Here's the finished product, looking a bit less tense and a lot more boozy. [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 3:11pm on 11/30/19

This one looks kinda like a giant egg at first glance. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 1:46am on 12/01/19

Thanks! That looks fabulous! I'd go more rustic! - colleenmomof2 - 4:54pm on 12/02/19

Colleen, I made my own broth using two whole rotisserie chickens and a couple of thighs - MarilynFL - 5:31pm on 12/03/19

31225. Lana, I stopped at my local Publix and asked the butcher about suet since he was cutting all the fat [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:24am on 12/01/19 (3)

This was very interesting. I recall my mom's suet puddings were a bit grainier than what I ask the - Marg CDN2 - 6:10am on 12/01/19
Suet is to beef what leaf lard is to pork. [NT] - Charley - 1:07pm on 12/01/19
Thank you! Great to know. - Lana in FL - 6:04pm on 12/01/19

31226. Marcella Hazan�s Chickpea Soup. This is so reliably delicious and everything is onhand. - Marg CDN2 - 6:23am on 12/01/19 (18)

This screams totally satisfying and a quick and healthy lunch for those days when - KarenNoCA - 4:31pm on 12/01/19

I wish I lived next door to you, Karen! - colleenmomof2 - 4:29pm on 12/02/19

LOL, thanks Colleen. I have two large binders full of recipes I have tried and rated - KarenNoCA - 4:36pm on 12/02/19

I understand! Huge effort! Did that, and done - colleenmomof2 - 4:45pm on 12/02/19

Ah yes, Linda is such a fun person. She and I met online and visited back and forth - KarenNoCA - 3:13pm on 12/03/19

Geez, I thought the exact same thing, colleen. Sounds wonderful, Karen. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:41pm on 12/02/19

Couple of questions? - Pam - 9:28pm on 12/01/19

Marcella says meat broth. I do use beef (better than beef in the jar thanks to Pat's recommend). - Marg CDN2 - 9:42pm on 12/01/19

I made this last evening. So very good! a couple comments - CathyZKauai - 3:21pm on 12/02/19

Sounds like you made a huge version. It's a good thing you liked it. Yay [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:45pm on 12/02/19

Thanks for adding your notes, Marg - colleenmomof2 - 4:47pm on 12/02/19
Marg, your parmesan except dessert made me laugh. Check out this Giada recipe. Looks good! [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:04pm on 12/04/19

ooh ya. My poor mom made apple pie, Dad had to eat it cold, Grandad had to eat it hot with cheese. - Marg CDN2 - 7:02pm on 12/04/19

REC: Chickpea with Arborio Rice Soup (version) [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:08pm on 12/02/19

May I suggest that you try it without the pepper flakes? The exceptional flavour comes from the - Marg CDN2 - 6:44pm on 12/02/19

Yes. Planning to make original recipe as written and with your suggestions [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 12:20pm on 12/03/19

1. Read the recipe & comments and decide to make it. - MarilynFL - 12:38am on 12/04/19

shooting my "everything on hand" comment out of the water. I sometimes forget where I live now. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:59am on 12/04/19

31227. Predicting 18-24 inches and I have outpatient surgery scheduled for Tuesday. - CynUpstateNY - 1:48pm on 12/01/19 (6)

Totally Deniable if you put an olive in it. See description below and Good Luck! - MarilynFL - 3:13pm on 12/01/19

And don't forget the tiniest spritz of Pernod, to add to the vegetable content. Good luck. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:03pm on 12/01/19
A healthy smoothie... I love it! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:44pm on 12/02/19

Never! (Sending healing vibes and well wishes) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:11pm on 12/01/19

I second this!! (as she awakens from a wine induced nap....) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:44pm on 12/01/19

It's always 5 PM somewhere! - judy-mass - 10:47pm on 12/01/19

31228. Cyber Monday Magazine sale - much like Deb-in-MI Black Friday link [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:40pm on 12/02/19 (0)

31229. I'm thinking about the cheese combination at 31217 that Marilyn - emtd - 12:31am on 12/03/19 (6)

betty, I can answer your question about reheating: I scraped what was left and added it to - MarilynFL - 1:26am on 12/03/19
Thank you Marilyn - perhaps I'll serve the cheese cold on - emtd - 2:30am on 12/03/19
If you are looking for "colorful" here is a recipe for cajun caviar. It is a little like the - Charley - 11:53am on 12/03/19

Thank you Charley - that was kind of you to make a - emtd - 12:18am on 12/04/19

Ahh, those dips don't work with "Russia". Cucumber slices with some sour cream, - Charley - 12:55pm on 12/04/19

That sounds perfect - thank you. - emtd - 1:40am on 12/05/19

31230. Lemon Buttermilk Cake with Strawberries at 2489 - emtd - 12:36am on 12/03/19 (2)

Randi's recipe with additional links and discussion ;) [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 5:29pm on 12/03/19

Thank you Colleen for providing all the links. [NT] - emtd - 12:19am on 12/04/19

31231. 'Season of life' moment: Both of my boys are cooks and bakers. I'm proud of that. - Michael in Phoenix - 7:39pm on 12/04/19 (8)

Two of my children have also become very adventurous and creative cooks - judy-mass - 9:34pm on 12/04/19
:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:19pm on 12/05/19
Our three cook as well, one girl, two boys! Our daughter has taken it further and grows - KarenNoCA - 8:22pm on 12/05/19
Job well done, Mom & Dad. Just keep an eye out that the InstaPot doesn't walk out. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:26pm on 12/06/19

I just got mine on Black Friday. The Eldest Child just sent me HIS favorite recipes! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:17am on 12/09/19

Wonderful, Michael, So how much of your equipment did they take? ;-) [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:43pm on 12/09/19

Sounds like you know how it works. Yeah. Stuff is gone. Lots of stuff. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:51am on 12/10/19

Love this! [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:13am on 12/12/19

31232. ISO Tess I was going through the archives and came across this wonderful back and forth on Anise [LINK] - GayR - 1:50am on 12/06/19 (0)

31233. ISO CynUpstateNY hope you are doing well after your procedure...Thinking of you... [NT] - GayR - 2:18pm on 12/06/19 (9)

Hope you are on the mend! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:30am on 12/07/19
Me too! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:48am on 12/07/19
Wishing you well and looking forward to hearing you're feeling better! [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 1:56pm on 12/07/19
Thank you so much! It was a minor procedure and I'm back to 100%! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:54pm on 12/07/19

Happy to hear, Cyn.... [NT] - GayR - 4:32pm on 12/07/19
Great to hear that! I was wondering how you were doing earlier this past week, but figured you - wigs - 9:40pm on 12/07/19
See! Told ya! The olive plugged the hole. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:02pm on 12/07/19

caperberries do a good job of that as well [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:02am on 12/08/19
You're right. That's how I recovered so quickly! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:41pm on 12/09/19

31234. Cookie holiday season is upon us. Do you freeze dough ahead...? - MariaDNoCA - 12:28am on 12/07/19 (8)

I refrigerate or freeze dough. Ever since I watch an bakery episode and watched the baker - MarilynFL - 2:19am on 12/07/19
I freeze dough too! - deb-in-MI - 11:51am on 12/07/19

Best wishes for your family, Deb. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:01pm on 12/07/19

((Thank you)) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:04pm on 12/08/19

They came out like hard flat hockey pucks. The texture was all wrong after freezing the dough - MariaDNoCA - 11:22pm on 12/07/19

Thank you! - deb-in-MI - 12:06pm on 12/08/19

Oh I roll, then gild the lily and sprinkle more when they come out of the oven. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:29pm on 12/08/19

I make the dough and bake one type cookie at a time, and after cooling,will then freeze the finished - wigs - 3:15pm on 12/07/19

31235. Stabilized Whipped Cream... - Richard in Cincy - 2:42am on 12/07/19 (8)

I have used Dr. Oetker's Stabilized Whipped Cream Powder for years and love the stuff! It allows me - wigs - 8:34am on 12/07/19
Your China trip sounds amazing! But, I need to know, did you taste the - Michael in Sarasota - 8:15pm on 12/07/19
Oh, and I love Marlene Sorosky's Cookery for Entertaining! - Michael in Sarasota - 8:17pm on 12/07/19

Michael, I know! I have all of her books and they are simply stunning. - Richard in Cincy - 11:01pm on 12/07/19

Smiling! Really smiling!! "they didn't go away. So I decided to leave them" - colleenmomof2 - 2:02pm on 12/08/19

Loved your China travelogue! Copied to travel notepad! - colleenmomof2 - 2:05pm on 12/08/19

Wow for China trip. Creepy Wow for stabilizer. Glad you're both home safe. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:54am on 12/09/19
Wow. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:21am on 12/12/19

31236. More questions! Fuyu persimmons...I have too many. Two neighbors dropped off bags. - MariaDNoCA - 5:40am on 12/07/19 (8)

In southern Indiana most people don�t eat ripe persimmons like you would other fruit. Once the [LINK] - wigs - 7:53am on 12/07/19
They are wonderful cut up in a green salad with a vinaigrette. I also put pomegranate - Charley - 11:35am on 12/07/19

Holidays are to splurge! And on a salad, that's a great idea! Share your recipe, - colleenmomof2 - 1:54pm on 12/07/19

I use a romaine mix or the mixed greens. Red onion, lettuce and the fruit. A vinaigrette with - Charley - 1:11am on 12/08/19

Thank-you! - colleenmomof2 - 2:57pm on 12/09/19

Can freeze!? Smoothies? [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:49pm on 12/07/19
Fuyu Bundt cake - daricem - 6:11pm on 12/07/19
Persimmon Cake - Timid - 9:45pm on 12/07/19

31237. Stop the cookie bake! REC: Ancho Mole Cookies [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 2:28pm on 12/07/19 (6)

Plus 5 other cookie swap recipes [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 2:29pm on 12/07/19

I just saw these in BA last night... - deb-in-MI - 12:09pm on 12/08/19

Wishing you warm weather and long days, Deb - colleenmomof2 - 1:53pm on 12/08/19

Oh, that is quite a beautiful cookie. Head's up: Trader Joe's has skinned whole hazelnuts. - MarilynFL - 10:58pm on 12/07/19

Good! I want some for snacking! Heading there today! - colleenmomof2 - 1:51pm on 12/08/19

Yikes these are beauties. What has happened to being lucky to get a simple old oatmeal cookie - Marg CDN2 - 11:34pm on 12/08/19

31238. 2019 GBH (Grincherbread House based on How The Grinch Stole Christmas) [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 2:14am on 12/08/19 (19)

The Grinch in the chimney, stealing tree and ornaments [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 2:15am on 12/08/19

Max the Dog and his faux antler, dangling off the sled on the roof [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 2:17am on 12/08/19

Cindy-Lou Who, offering the Grinch her last ornament [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 2:18am on 12/08/19

Toys on rooftop being stolen by the Grinch [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 2:19am on 12/08/19

GBH on display at my local library. Enjoy. [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 2:21am on 12/08/19
Now Christmas can begin, once again. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:48pm on 12/08/19

Love it, Marilyn!!!! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 2:32am on 12/08/19
You always blow me away! Just love it!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:34am on 12/08/19
Stunning! Fantastic! You are a superb GBH architect & baker, Marilyn! [NT] - wigs - 10:56am on 12/08/19
Absolutely Fabulous!! Love it so!!! - deb-in-MI - 12:11pm on 12/08/19
It's pretty hard to put in words how wonderful this is in so many ways!! How long did this - Charley - 1:02pm on 12/08/19

Marilyn, Your creative potential seems limitless. Amazing! [NT] - GayR - 1:46pm on 12/08/19
Charley, I recycled the idea from one I used at Lockheed as a Toys for Tots display, but it still - MarilynFL - 4:51pm on 12/08/19

Awesome! I LOVE the angular walls. So Whoville-ish! - Michael in Phoenix - 5:14am on 12/09/19

Yahoooooooooooooooo! Outstanding! Love Max! - colleenmomof2 - 1:55pm on 12/08/19

Colleen, here is the original concept & story from years back. No photos. New home, new audience. - MarilynFL - 5:12pm on 12/08/19

So fun! Another episode of the Marilyn Chronicles ;) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 3:37pm on 12/09/19

Very creative and wonderful, Marilyn! [NT] - CathyZKauai - 4:43pm on 12/08/19
Fabulous! Love your creativity. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:22pm on 12/10/19

31239. Repast Repost: SCALLOPS WITH "MELTED" LEEKS AND TARRAGON-CAPER BUTTER [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 5:46pm on 12/08/19 (0)

31240. Our own SallyBR is going to be on tv! the Great American Baking Show! Details-> [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 3:16am on 12/09/19 (9)

How very cool! Looking forward to watching ;) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 3:08pm on 12/09/19
Yay You, Sally! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:39pm on 12/09/19

My thoughts exactly!! Thanks for letting us know Maria! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:58am on 12/10/19

That is fabulous! Thanks for letting us know. Go Team Sally!!! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:12pm on 12/10/19
Exciting!!! We will all be rooting for you! [NT] - cheezz - 1:47am on 12/11/19
OK PVR, don't fail me on Thursday. Yep, this is exciting!! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:15am on 12/11/19
How fun, I hope to DVR it and watch when I can. Thanks for posting! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:58pm on 12/11/19
Tonight! [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:30pm on 12/12/19
Sally, you were so fun to watch...and SO brave! I could never bake in those time constraints. [NT] - cheezz - 7:05am on 12/21/19

31241. REC: Making Butternut Squash Soup with Cider Cream from AnnaX 2005 [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 3:04pm on 12/09/19 (3)

Unless for guests, use 1 1/2 -2 cups chopped onions. [NT] - Anna_X - 3:18pm on 12/09/19

I will! Getting it started now! Thanks for your advice, Anna! - colleenmomof2 - 3:35pm on 12/09/19

Yum! - colleenmomof2 - 12:12am on 12/10/19

31242. Question: does anyone have a clever trick to chopping blocks of chocolate? - cheezz - 7:56pm on 12/09/19 (7)

I haven't tried this, but it might work for you. [NT] [LINK] - judy-mass - 8:36pm on 12/09/19
If you use a rocking motion with a large chef's knife it works pretty well. I also have a BIG - Charley - 9:32pm on 12/09/19
Yes. Put it in a strong plastic bag. Use your chef's knife with a folded cloth over it and under - Marg CDN2 - 11:55pm on 12/09/19

So I just read the link above. What I had to chop was a big block about 2" deep and no - Marg CDN2 - 11:58pm on 12/09/19

It's static electricity...especially if you are using a large wooden board. For my 5 kg blocks - MarilynFL - 12:07pm on 12/10/19
I buy the 11 pound Callebaut blocks and use a fork-type tool - rhoward2va - 11:19pm on 12/10/19
I have tried all the methods mentioned. The worse part is the static electricity - cheezz - 1:41am on 12/11/19

31243. REC: Ina Garten�s Roasted Raspberry Applesauce [NT] [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 10:17pm on 12/09/19 (3)

well HELLO there, Dawn! Lovely to see you. Hope all is well with you & family. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:01pm on 12/10/19
Dawn, So good to "see" you.....have missed your posts.... [NT] - GayR - 12:21pm on 12/10/19
This looks good! I have been planning to make applesauce - colleenmomof2 - 4:17pm on 12/10/19

31244. So fun! REC: Pressure Cooker Vietnamese Caramel Salmon [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 12:26am on 12/10/19 (2)

Thank you! Looks good! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:00pm on 12/10/19
The sauce is bold. Probably not the best method for a "freshly" caught Coho - colleenmomof2 - 3:48pm on 12/10/19

31245. REC: Sourdough bread and starter recipes - anyone do this or similar? [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:04pm on 12/10/19 (6)

I make sourdough bread, I haven�t made this recipe. Do you have questions? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:54pm on 12/10/19

Our son is baking and has talked about sourdough. I - colleenmomof2 - 3:20pm on 12/11/19

A super good book for learning to bake bread and make sourdoughs and the - Charley - 5:20pm on 12/11/19

Winter/cold is not a good time to get a starter going. I couldn�t - MariaDNoCA - 7:34pm on 12/11/19

I will look on Craigslist/Freecycle - great idea - colleenmomof2 - 11:47am on 12/12/19

There is an instant potato "sourdough" starter that is super easy and very - Charley - 12:19pm on 12/12/19

31246. This came in my email today from Milk Street. REC: Smashed Potatoes With Chile-Lemon Vinaigrette - Michael in Phoenix - 4:45pm on 12/10/19 (16)

A coincidence that I tried this again last night. Does anyone have a good trick for - Janet in NC - 7:59pm on 12/10/19

Don't let the potatoes cool too much - judy-mass - 10:05pm on 12/10/19

Thanks Judy, I'll give it another try. I wanted to do them for Christmas. [NT] - Janet in NC - 12:53pm on 12/11/19

I find if I just use a kitchen towel and give a quick crush by hand over the towel - Pat-NoCal - 6:19pm on 12/12/19

Janet, in addition to judy's suggestion, here's info from ATK's Side Dish Bible re smashed potatoes - MarilynFL - 1:14pm on 12/11/19

ATK's Roasted Smashed Potatoes (serves 4) - MarilynFL - 1:22pm on 12/11/19

I think the important thing in these potatoes is not to get them overdone. [NT] - Charley - 1:32pm on 12/11/19

thanks Marilyn. I was looking for something easy to serve with roast beef. This seems - Janet in NC - 1:35am on 12/12/19

Potato casserole using shredded baked potato, butter, sour cream, onion and - Charley - 11:12am on 12/12/19
I know what you mean. While writing it up, I was wondering if a stop watch should have been - MarilynFL - 5:11pm on 12/13/19

Michael, what type of recipe with meat will you be serving with these potatoes? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:12pm on 12/11/19

Traditionally, I serve pork carnitas with all the 'street taco' additions on the side. I'm thinking - Michael in Phoenix - 7:27pm on 12/13/19

Michael what method do you use for the tortillas? - pmassell_93 - 4:02pm on 12/16/19

Here's one way to do it. Start with several (2, 3, 4?) dry skillets on medium high heat. - Michael in Phoenix - 11:20pm on 12/18/19

for street tacos - pmassell_93 - 4:26pm on 12/19/19

I put two bowls of everything down the middle of our table, so that family and friends... - Michael in Phoenix - 7:39am on 12/20/19

31247. Hot Pepper Jelly Rugelach...how genius is that! from Fine Cooking (not T&T yet) [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:55pm on 12/11/19 (5)

From Traca '07 - Dorie Greenspan's Hot Pepper Jelly Rugelach [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 5:24pm on 12/11/19

And this looked fun - from Smitten REC: Pull Apart Rugelach [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 5:30pm on 12/11/19
Barbara had gifted me with a homemade jar of her red pepper jelly and this recipe along with it. - MarilynFL - 9:06pm on 12/11/19

costco has red pepper jelly today. Just FYI for anyone. [NT] - Charley - 5:17pm on 12/12/19

I saw this - can't wait to give it a try! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:59am on 12/12/19

31248. anyone make ginger beer? - pmassell_93 - 10:09pm on 12/11/19 (6)

Sorry. I made ginger ale and it exploded so I have excused myself from all things fermented. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:52pm on 12/14/19

explosions are the best part! [NT] - pmassell_93 - 5:14pm on 12/15/19

My grandfather made root beer. We used to lay in bed at night and count the number of - CynUpstateNY - 7:51pm on 12/16/19

that is a fun memory. it works well in fermenting crock - pmassell_93 - 9:56pm on 12/16/19

Doessoda stream count? 😁 [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:07pm on 12/16/19

That was a grinny face at the end! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:08pm on 12/16/19

31249. NFRC: Just watched an almost full moon rise and waiting for Space [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 10:49pm on 12/11/19 (4)

FRC: Will be enjoying a pork roast, sweet potatoes, roasted broccoli - colleenmomof2 - 10:52pm on 12/11/19
Supposed to be full here in about 5 minutes. I looks beautiful from where we are - LisainLA - 5:07am on 12/12/19
Thank you for the link! [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:39pm on 12/12/19
I do this, too, Colleen. I may look like a crazy lady sitting on a lounge chair on my front lawn - CynUpstateNY - 12:30pm on 12/14/19

31250. I forgot to DVR the baking cook off with Sally, how did it go? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:10pm on 12/12/19 (14)

It looks like it airs tonight on ABC, her post said 9:00-11:00 EST. [NT] - LisainLA - 3:19pm on 12/12/19
It's on at 9 pm for us West Coast sorts. My PVR is set. I won't come back here until it's over. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:49pm on 12/12/19
It�s on tonight on abc! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:17pm on 12/12/19
In the 1st 2 episodes last night, Sally won a Technical Challenge and is still competing - colleenmomof2 - 11:48am on 12/13/19

YAY! Hubby recorded it for me - can't wait to see it! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:49am on 12/13/19
Sally is a stick to it type of person. I loved reading all her successes and failures when she was - KarenNoCA - 3:08pm on 12/13/19
Thank you, colleen. I just have Internet (not cable TV) so I'm grateful for the update. Go Sally!! [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:44pm on 12/13/19

Well shoot. In the old days when my system was set up properly, I could have recorded to disc for u. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:34pm on 12/13/19

Here's a photo of Sally with hosts [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:24pm on 12/13/19

The male host needs to be seen straight on. Blue eyes !! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:00am on 12/14/19

Marilyn - Found video from tech challenge Sally won [NT] [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:01pm on 12/15/19

Did you catch the Brazilian chocolate specialty mentioned. I don't think it was brigadeiros. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:11am on 12/14/19

I'm wrong. It was brigadeiros. I had to rewind; just can't not know. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 2:10am on 12/14/19

The first episode - Earnie - 1:27am on 12/14/19

31251. Woman's Day Test Kitchen - Eggnog Desserts (Eggnog Pudding, Eggnog Rice Pudding, Eggnog Mousse and [LINK] - GayR - 7:23pm on 12/12/19 (2)

I needed this help to finish a quart by myself. Thank you [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:05am on 12/14/19

Welcome, Marg [NT] - GayR - 2:55am on 12/14/19

31252. I can�t get my Hachiya Persimmons to ripen and I want to make James Beard�s bread [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:24pm on 12/12/19 (1)

Persimmons- - daricem - 7:41pm on 12/12/19

31253. Frozen Lemon Puff [LINK] - emtd - 9:49pm on 12/12/19 (1)

This looks good, and yes, it would be a great resource to have frozen. Thanks! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:23pm on 12/13/19

31254. Roasted Vegetable & prosciutto tart [LINK] - emtd - 9:52pm on 12/12/19 (3)

oh my, is that a beautiful tart. I love cream cheese in dough...it makes it so much richer. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:39am on 12/14/19

I agree. All that butter just doesn't take it there. Good season for this recipe. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:08am on 12/14/19

Looks and reads scrumptious, emtd! [NT] - wigs - 6:36pm on 12/14/19

31255. well, I put my calculator where my mouth is and made high-gluten flour from AP flour. - MarilynFL - 11:43pm on 12/13/19 (11)

Here is an online version of the finished pastry I made: Mushroom and Thyme Brioches [LINK] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 11:46pm on 12/13/19

Just lovely Marilyn! I have found myself skipping recipes that don't measure by weight. - CynUpstateNY - 12:25pm on 12/14/19

Here's an image of the Master Brioche recipe (suitable for sweet or savory options) [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 12:10am on 12/14/19
Do you have the book? - judy-mass - 12:29am on 12/14/19

Hi Judy, I have a copy from the library and if two more recipe work out, I'll be buying it. - MarilynFL - 12:35am on 12/14/19

If by high gluten you mean bread flour I just add a teaspoon of vital gluten - Charley - 11:42am on 12/14/19

No, C...they aren't the same. Per King Arthur, these are the specified protein levels - MarilynFL - 2:46pm on 12/14/19

Aha. That's why I read this stuff! I know European flours have many grades - Charley - 12:34pm on 12/15/19

Lovely Marilyn! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:34pm on 12/14/19
Beautiful! Nice work on your calculations....I pawn that type work off onto DH! [NT] - wigs - 6:35pm on 12/14/19
or buy your flour in Canada?? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:56pm on 12/15/19

31256. Shortbread. Still can't find Grandma's recipe. Anyone got one with cornstarch and both w & b sugar? - Marg CDN2 - 6:47pm on 12/14/19 (8)

Marg, Have a look at this recipe [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 7:53pm on 12/14/19

Marg, Here is Gale Gand's Shortbread [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:13pm on 12/14/19

Oh, there we go. I didn't find this one. Thanks Gay. I am adding Nicoise olives & lavendar to use - Marg CDN2 - 8:38pm on 12/14/19

Hope the recipe turns out well Marg...... [NT] - GayR - 9:38pm on 12/14/19

Ack. Ever have fully frustrating days? While adding the flour in bits, it flew all over the kitchen, - Marg CDN2 - 8:09pm on 12/16/19

Marg, I am sure tomorrow will be a better day.....so frustrating when things go wrong in the kitchen [NT] - GayR - 10:01pm on 12/16/19

I have now made so much that the cows are wishing my Christmas will arrive early. I am close to - Marg CDN2 - 10:50pm on 12/17/19

Let us know how it goes when you get back to it again! [NT] - LisainLA - 4:52pm on 12/31/19

31257. Another dinner treat to try: Hasselback Butternut Squash by Donna Hay [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:50pm on 12/14/19 (1)

These look so pretty - I'm in the midst of - emtd - 2:33pm on 12/15/19

31258. Better Homes & Gardens Recipe - Roasted Banana Bread w/Variations [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 1:12pm on 12/15/19 (0)

31259. These look amazing - Website www.sugarhero.com - Snow Globe Cupcakes [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 1:25pm on 12/15/19 (5)

Yikes!! Just spectacular. I would never have thought this was possible! - Marg CDN2 - 7:42pm on 12/15/19

Now Marg, the coconut floating would be real Christmas magic..... [NT] - GayR - 8:17pm on 12/15/19

:-D [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:42pm on 12/16/19

Damn. Such talent. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:41pm on 12/16/19
OMGoodness! How do people think these things up? I'm royally IMPRESSED! Thx, GayR, for posting... [NT] - wigs - 4:16pm on 12/16/19

31260. Cauliflower, chickpea patties [LINK] - emtd - 3:13pm on 12/15/19 (10)

Thank you for the recipe; it sounds good. I think I will make a batch for my husband. . . - mistral - 11:59pm on 12/15/19
I love these flavours. I make a flat bread with all this mashed, plus coriander. I'll make this too. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:57am on 12/16/19
Raise your hand if you wouldn't have touched this with a 10-foot pole as a kid [waving madly]. - MarilynFL - 3:34pm on 12/16/19

Until I was 16, yes, 16, I had not tasted garlic. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:03pm on 12/16/19

And no, I'm not 130 now. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:04pm on 12/16/19

LOL, Marg. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:42pm on 12/16/19

I'm sure I didn't know what chickpeas were at 16. [NT] - emtd - 11:03pm on 12/16/19

23 [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 2:18am on 12/17/19
26...and it was hummus. I didn't realize hummus came from chickpeas until I was 31. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:34am on 12/18/19

Sounds delish! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:34pm on 12/16/19

31261. NFR: Tea towel at local kitchen store: *If the Magi had been Three Wise Women, they would have... - MarilynFL - 11:20pm on 12/15/19 (1)

That is an oldie but goodie, especially the last line. Would that it were true. [NT] - Janet in NC - 2:40pm on 12/16/19

31262. Marg, I scored some fresh rosemary and made Marcella Hazan�s Chickpea soup. I can taste the herb [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:50pm on 12/16/19 (1)

Ah, bon. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:02pm on 12/16/19

31263. Anyone making a "impress your friends" cake for Christmas? - oli - 6:13pm on 12/16/19 (15)

Yes, but with a shortcut. Take a look at the link for puffin cream puffs posted on audobon [LINK] - AngAk1 - 10:18pm on 12/16/19

Very cute [NT] - oli - 1:11am on 12/17/19

Love, Love Pastry Chef Gale Gand's Chocolate Christmas Trees and the presentation [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 10:28pm on 12/16/19

At first it looked like chocolate covered coconut or macaroons. [NT] - oli - 1:14am on 12/17/19

I really like this Eggnog Cheesecake [LINK] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 6:33am on 12/17/19

This is a contender for this year�s dessert: chocolate peppermint cake [LINK] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 6:47am on 12/17/19

This is the snoopy Christmas cookie design I want to replicate for the top of the cake [NT] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 6:53am on 12/17/19

What a clever cutter! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:07am on 12/17/19

It�s huge and I believe came from Hallmark decades ago you can find them on eBay. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:00pm on 12/17/19

There are some on Amazon. [NT] - Charley - 1:27pm on 12/19/19

This is pretty & requires only the ability to make buttercream roses (easy youtube tutorials) [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 4:52pm on 12/17/19
Some from my try file. ATK gingerbread layer cake [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 4:53pm on 12/17/19

Ginger bread roll with cinnamon cream [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 4:58pm on 12/17/19

Gone to the land of snow for Christmas but this is for New Year's. - Marg CDN2 - 7:26pm on 12/17/19

That sounds like a labor of love, and I'll bet it is spectacular! [NT] - LisainLA - 3:58pm on 12/21/19

31264. Some Christmas Cookies [IMAGE] - deb-in-MI - 7:19pm on 12/16/19 (10)

Probably best just to click on [IMAGE] above, ginormous if you go into the post [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:21pm on 12/16/19
Deb, Just beautiful.....so beautiful..... [NT] - GayR - 10:00pm on 12/16/19
Oh yes, these closely resemble my almost-burnt shortbread. You are a marvel. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:59am on 12/17/19

:-D [NT] - LisainLA - 3:56pm on 12/21/19

Gosh, such a talent! Gorgeous! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:50am on 12/17/19
Those cookies are stunning! [NT] - emtd - 2:22pm on 12/17/19
Pretty, pretty, pretty. Hope Mom is doing better and your dad is holding up. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:25pm on 12/17/19
Thank you for your lovely comments! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:33am on 12/18/19
Beautiful! Love the tree! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:45pm on 12/21/19
Those are gorgeous! Thank you for sharing your talent with us. :-) [NT] - LisainLA - 3:55pm on 12/21/19

31265. Asparagus-Potato Soup - KarenNoCA - 7:21pm on 12/16/19 (1)

Yum! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:20pm on 12/16/19

31266. I didn't know one could put sticky toffee pudding in [LINK] - emtd - 11:48pm on 12/16/19 (10)

ooh l love this stuff. I miss PC's that we can't get way out here. I am going to make this after - Marg CDN2 - 1:57am on 12/17/19
--and did you notice his hint for greasing a bundt pan? . . . [LINK] - mistral - 11:31pm on 12/17/19

I did...thought it was very clever and reminded me of Shirley Corriher's as a student - MarilynFL - 12:30am on 12/18/19

Ah, another hint: double coat, sweet! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 1:41am on 12/19/19

And I bet a double coat will take care of the dry, dusty flour look too. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 1:45am on 12/19/19

I did see that - never heard of that idea but - emtd - 1:56am on 12/18/19

I have become a convert to the spray on oil/butter for baking in bundt pans. [NT] - Charley - 3:20pm on 12/18/19

I kid you not--I miss spots when spraying too!!! Don't ask me how I do it! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 1:42am on 12/19/19

Glad you pointed it out [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:36am on 12/18/19

I also love the muffin tin idea. May have to try this. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:22pm on 12/18/19

31267. Another oldie but goodie given to me by one of the volunteers who worked with us at - KarenNoCA - 6:31pm on 12/17/19 (3)

Karen, Thank you so much for posting....this sounds wonderful.. [NT] - GayR - 8:13pm on 12/17/19
This sounds wonderful. Thanks. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:24pm on 12/18/19
Karen, did you ever find that old recipe you were looking for (the one from a coworker)? [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:14pm on 12/20/19

31268. colleen, I just saw your request for my black bean soup. It's a spin-off of Moosewood's bean soup [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:20pm on 12/17/19 (13)

Thanks!!!! I'm really, really behind with my recipe plans - colleenmomof2 - 10:35pm on 12/17/19

Eating Yotam's eggplant and polenta from freezer tonight w/Coho - colleenmomof2 - 10:44pm on 12/17/19

I'll be interested to hear how the polenta fares in the freezer - judy-mass - 10:51pm on 12/17/19

Ditto [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:42am on 12/18/19

Great! Both DH and I thought the polenta was still amazing but the - colleenmomof2 - 12:50pm on 12/18/19

And on the next day, the remaining polenta was still amazing and the eggplant - colleenmomof2 - 11:40am on 12/19/19

Good to know! Thanks Colleen. [NT] - judy-mass - 1:07pm on 12/19/19

REC: Beth's 6-Week Buttermilk Bran Muffins - colleenmomof2 - 4:05pm on 12/19/19

REC: King Arthur's 6-Week Buttermilk Bran Muffins (with bran flakes and oil) [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:20pm on 12/19/19

REC: New Years Black Eyed Pea Stewp [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:53pm on 12/22/19

PS: Thanks for posting Sally's video! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:36am on 12/18/19

;) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 12:54pm on 12/18/19

I�ll be making this soon! We just picked a bunch of sour oranges and they would be perfect. No - AngAk1 - 7:04pm on 12/18/19

31269. Charley - I passed your sourdough starter suggestions on to DS - colleenmomof2 - 10:54pm on 12/17/19 (1)

It is a really really easy bread to make and has wonderful flavor==a potato - Charley - 12:05pm on 12/18/19

31270. Merry Christmas, Happiest of Holidays All. I won't be back until Santa has done his work.. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:17am on 12/19/19 (8)

Merry Christmas to you Marg! And very Happy and Healthy 2020 to All! [NT] - LisainLA - 4:23am on 12/20/19

Same from me. Company is arriving soon so Happy Holidays! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:12pm on 12/20/19

PS: Nice to see you, Lisa! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:12pm on 12/20/19

Ditto! Happy Holidays! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:13pm on 12/20/19
Happy Holidays, everyone. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:31pm on 12/20/19
May your holidays be filled with fabulous food! [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 10:29pm on 12/20/19
Merry Christmas to all and hope all your wishes come true..... [NT] - GayR - 8:45pm on 12/21/19
Merry holidays one and all! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:42am on 12/24/19

31271. I discovered that out local Whole Foods has smoked duck breast - judy-mass - 11:41pm on 12/19/19 (1)

Sounds delicious. We have it often as an entree here at our community. your - Charley - 12:45am on 12/20/19

31272. marilyn have you gone to the gingerbread exhibit at Grove Park Inn? I assoume they - Charley - 11:54am on 12/20/19 (3)

Yes. Many times, but it has become a zoo to wade through the masses of people and parking is [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:06pm on 12/20/19
I watched it too. I loved the card playing reindeer! [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:06am on 12/23/19

They showed that close up with the "card tricks" on the table! It was amazing. [NT] - Charley - 12:39pm on 12/23/19

31273. ISO T&T recipes for spiced nuts suitable for gift giving. Especially interested in savory. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:39pm on 12/20/19 (10)

Will try these Spiced Peanuts unless another recipe pops up. Also want for cashews, walnuts, mixed [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:42pm on 12/20/19
These are wonderful- Thai Spiced Peanuts - CathyZKauai - 5:54pm on 12/20/19
Pat, From Traca's website Macrina's Nuts (Sweet & Spicy Nuts) a Leslie Mackie Recipe [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 6:31pm on 12/20/19
REC: Rosemary Walnuts - judy-mass - 7:17pm on 12/20/19

REC: Holy Mole Pecans - judy-mass - 7:20pm on 12/20/19

REC: Garlic Almonds - judy-mass - 7:22pm on 12/20/19

Oh these are perfect! Thank you, ladies, and Merry Christmas! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:03am on 12/21/19
Union Square nut mix--de rigeur from decades ago - Charley - 3:46pm on 12/21/19

Love these! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:01pm on 12/23/19

Several nut recipes in our appetizer section. [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:08am on 12/23/19

31274. Is there a difference between Puff Pastry Dough & Pastry sheets? - oli - 11:05pm on 12/21/19 (6)

The one by Athena may be phyllo which is greatly different. [NT] - Charley - 1:33pm on 12/22/19
Agree. The two products you list are not interchangeable. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:42pm on 12/22/19
My recipe from the Chocolatier calls for Pepperidge Farm puff pastry dough and so I ended - oli - 12:27am on 12/23/19

Yes, that's right. Hope it turns out well. [NT] - rhoward2va - 12:47am on 12/23/19
Yep. You bought the right stuff. Be sure to follow directions and take it out a bit before working - MarilynFL - 9:54pm on 12/23/19

They don't make it easy to post pictures. [NT] - oli - 11:58pm on 12/23/19

31275. REC: Pancake Bake with Cinnamon Struesel - easy and yum! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 2:27pm on 12/22/19 (1)

REC: Will be making pancakes for holiday dessert! Carrot Cake Pancakes with Mascarpone Frosting [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 3:18pm on 12/22/19

31276. REC: Italian Chicken Lasagna Soup (Instant Pot) - colleenmomof2 - 4:16pm on 12/22/19 (0)

31277. Update to Joanna Chang's Brioche recipe using Hi-Gluten flour substitute - MarilynFL - 9:59pm on 12/23/19 (1)

The two kosther salts are very different in their forms, one being fine and one being coarse. [NT] - Charley - 12:03pm on 12/24/19

31278. Merry Christmas - Earnie - 4:00pm on 12/24/19 (11)

And you as well, Earnie. Thank you for the kind wishes. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:03pm on 12/24/19
A wonderful Christmas to you, Earnie, and all other FK posters as well as a prosperous New Year! [NT] - wigs - 4:15pm on 12/24/19
Merry Christmas all, and may 2020 be a healthy and memorable year for you and yours. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:29pm on 12/24/19
[NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:30pm on 12/24/19
Merry Christmas to you also and all of the FK folk! [NT] - judy-mass - 7:46pm on 12/24/19
Happy Holidays to you all! [NT] - Anna_X - 8:04pm on 12/24/19
Merry Christmas to all [NT] - pmassell_93 - 10:21pm on 12/24/19

Merry Christmas, Paul! Slipped a little something in your stocking! [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 3:40pm on 12/25/19

Merry Christmas friends! Thinking about you all as we share holiday favorites! [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 1:21pm on 12/25/19

Thank you for the nudge Colleen; done! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:04pm on 12/25/19

Merry Christmas! May 2020 bring good health and great happiness! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:27pm on 12/25/19

31279. Noche Buena cancelled by flu. Can I make and freeze Chicken in Poblano Cream sauce [LINK] - Anna_X - 8:11pm on 12/24/19 (1)

Not sure. I think the roux may break==and maybe the crema. I don't know - Charley - 11:55am on 12/25/19

31280. Making cinnamon rolls - oli - 9:36pm on 12/24/19 (2)

Indeed you can! - judy-mass - 9:40pm on 12/24/19

Thank you [NT] - oli - 10:12pm on 12/24/19

31281. Rec: Eggnog cheesecake decorated for the holiday with Rosemary and sugared cranberries [LINK] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 7:14am on 12/26/19 (7)

Beautiful Maria!! Sounds delish!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:01pm on 12/26/19
Merci, that is just too pretty to eat! Absolutely a work of art. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:37pm on 12/26/19
Lovely! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:13pm on 12/26/19

Amen to that. Well done, Maria! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:01am on 12/27/19

Outstanding! A true expression of love ;) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 2:17pm on 12/27/19
Ultra gorgeous cheesecake, and I'm positive ultra delicious, too! I need to try this recipe w/ some - wigs - 2:34pm on 12/27/19
Maria, Your Eggnog Cheesecake looks delectable! [NT] - GayR - 5:52pm on 12/27/19

31282. What I'm eating for breakfast REC:Christmas Morning Cereal [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 2:15pm on 12/27/19 (0)

31283. Made a second batch of Joanna Chang's Master Brioche dough. Oh, what a lovely thing. Here are some [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 10:47pm on 12/27/19 (21)

Here is it after 2.5 hours rising [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 10:48pm on 12/27/19

Here is Baby Babka, baked in 4x6 inch pan [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 10:50pm on 12/27/19

Here it is sliced: almond butter with chocolate added to it. [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 10:51pm on 12/27/19

Here are the savory mushroom brioche tarts that I baked for Christmas dinner. [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 10:54pm on 12/27/19

Marilyn, that dough looks gorgeous; if my eyes could eat, I would have a few xtra pounds now. . . - mistral - 12:39am on 12/28/19
Works of art Marilyn! And I second Mistral's comment; the dough looks gorgeous! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:16pm on 12/28/19
Gorgeous! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:02pm on 12/28/19
Marilyn, Spectacular......have you seen Canadian Baker Marcy Goldman's Babka recipes [LINK] - GayR - 2:21pm on 12/28/19

Marilyn, Found a more in depth article featured in National Post [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 2:36pm on 12/28/19
Thank you, Gay. On my next attempt, I'll try her twist (ha!) of no rising step. I'm evaluating - MarilynFL - 1:25pm on 12/30/19

Marilyn, Look forward to your results..... [NT] - GayR - 2:55pm on 12/30/19
Would this dough work for sweet rolls? I am playing with a Sticky Bun recipe, and I realized - LisainLA - 6:09pm on 12/31/19

Definitely Lisa. Joanna developed this dough for cinnamon rolls & won Bobby Flay [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:24pm on 12/31/19

Thanks so much Marilyn! I'm going to give it a whirl! [NT] - LisainLA - 8:08pm on 01/02/20

Marilyn, kudos on the beautiful Bapka. I used to make it and know what a labor intensive - Janet in NC - 2:58pm on 12/28/19

well, thank you for the invite, Janet. Same here if you're in the Asheville area (I'm [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:12pm on 12/28/19

Here is an image of the Master Brioche dough. I followed the recipe exactly using - MarilynFL - 3:18pm on 12/28/19

Excellent! [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:56am on 12/30/19

Wow, that�s beautiful [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:08pm on 12/28/19
Oh baby, oh baby, oh baby!!!!! Must have babka! - colleenmomof2 - 1:39pm on 12/30/19

Just saw Food & Wine Best-of-Decade Babka recipe with finely ground chocolate wafer cookies [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 12:08pm on 01/01/20

31284. ISO lighter healthish easy main dish ideas - MariaDNoCA - 12:21am on 12/28/19 (3)

Salads of all types, chicken, smoked trout, with all types of greens and veggies - KarenNoCA - 2:50pm on 12/28/19
I always go for lightly sauteed or grilled chicken and fish and lots of veggies. [NT] - Charley - 1:32pm on 12/29/19
Soup and sheet pan meals - quick, easy and satisfying [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 1:16pm on 12/30/19

31285. Omg...this gingerbread house! Link to video [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:30am on 12/28/19 (1)

Holy Moly! That's amazing!! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:31pm on 12/30/19

31286. when doing some holiday baking this year I've found that I no longer like the taste - CynUpstateNY - 2:00pm on 12/28/19 (12)

I love orange oil in cookies and baking, but the lemon is really tricky - Melissa Dallas - 2:12pm on 12/28/19

I think for mint my choice would be grinding a few leaves with part of the sugar - Melissa Dallas - 2:13pm on 12/28/19

Leaves turn black when baking. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:14pm on 12/28/19

I've had problems with lemon extract going bad. It becomes harsh and tastes like... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:17pm on 12/28/19

I�ve learned McCormick is the only lemon extract I like. Others taste awful. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:41pm on 12/28/19
That may be my problem, Michael. Just sorted through the spices, too. Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:04pm on 12/29/19

Going to try some oils. Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:05pm on 12/29/19

Can, I have used True Lime and True Lemon powders with good success - CathyZKauai - 10:38pm on 12/29/19

Cyn not can [NT] - CathyZKauai - 1:04am on 12/30/19

Cathy, thank you! Do you have a source or favorite brand? [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:11pm on 12/31/19

This is the brand name. DD LOVES it. - Charley - 3:59pm on 12/31/19

This is happening to me, too. Huh! - colleenmomof2 - 1:52pm on 12/30/19

31287. Merry belated Christmas all [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:21pm on 12/28/19 (10)

Blessings of comfort and Peace for you and your family Melissa. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:31pm on 12/28/19
I�m so sorry Melissa. Love and hugs to you. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:06pm on 12/28/19
It is so hard. May your Dad and whole family find peace, Melissa. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 5:12pm on 12/29/19
Melissa, May peacefulness and comfort surround you and your family... [NT] - GayR - 7:31pm on 12/29/19
I can't find thread re this, but understand the context from others. May you have peace, M, and - MarilynFL - 2:53am on 12/31/19

Thoughts are with you Melissa; wishing you peace and comfort. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:18pm on 12/31/19

Hugs to you, Melissa. Nothing makes this any easier, but know we are thinking of you. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:51pm on 12/31/19
Thank you all. I over-edited because I thought I put too much detail - Melissa Dallas - 2:28pm on 01/01/20

(((hugs))) [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:18am on 01/03/20

Oh, Melissa, I am sorry to hear about your father. Know I am thinking of U & yr family 2day. [NT] - wigs - 6:24pm on 01/09/20

31288. Has anyone done this version of Jelly roll? [LINK] - oli - 4:44pm on 12/29/19 (2)

Yes, I have made a marbled one before. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:42pm on 12/31/19

Looks very easy to make and a good variation from the standard roll. "Up your game" [NT] - oli - 1:22am on 01/01/20

31289. Marilyn - thanks for your tips for smashed potatoes ;) [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:48pm on 12/30/19 (1)

You're very welcome, colleen. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:19pm on 12/31/19

31290. My cookie way of saying: [NT] [IMAGE] - deb-in-MI - 1:56pm on 12/30/19 (6)

Love these! So clever and beautiful! Great job, Deb! [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 2:49pm on 12/30/19
Beautiful!!! (Deb, before you use the FK photo upload, go to your computer's - MarilynFL - 12:33am on 12/31/19

Thank you! I'm going to try now just to see if I can do it. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:19pm on 12/31/19

Attempting.... [NT] [IMAGE] - deb-in-MI - 1:22pm on 12/31/19

Maybe a bit too small but I think I get it! Thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:23pm on 12/31/19

Great. The sizes I mention work with my MacBook. I don't know how to change - MarilynFL - 1:52pm on 12/31/19

31291. FRC: Old thread from PatNoCA - "Do you ever find yourself saying "I'm going to make this some day"?" [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:58pm on 12/30/19 (14)

A few I'm currently working on - colleenmomof2 - 2:05pm on 12/30/19

REC: Beth's Revised 6-week Bran Muffins [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 2:35pm on 12/30/19
just a heads up that in my experience whole milk yogurt lasts long after its sell by date. - Curious1 - 5:59pm on 12/30/19

Thank-you! I have found this, too. - colleenmomof2 - 10:30pm on 12/30/19

Yep! While I had holiday guests, I finally made Lisa Yockelson's Hot Chocolate Cream Cocoa, [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:03am on 12/31/19

Also made GL�GG (Swedish mulled wine), an exercise in alcohol on steroids. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:22am on 12/31/19

Made Crab Chowder again after 15 years. Super lump crab was $28, eight tiny [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:26am on 12/31/19

Very disappointed with Anne Byrn's Queso Fundido from *Skillet Love* - MarilynFL - 1:45am on 12/31/19

On the other hand, duck fat Gonzo homefries were great. - MarilynFL - 2:36am on 12/31/19

Gave our kids a can of duck fat in their stockings this year--Amazon. They were pretty pumped! [NT] - Charley - 11:59am on 12/31/19

I think "special" crab is about as good as lump--and maybe a bit more flavor. I used - Charley - 3:54pm on 12/31/19

Really wish I'd been at your gathering! - colleenmomof2 - 12:30pm on 12/31/19
I forgot to mention that each guest added a liqueur to their hot cocoa. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:40pm on 12/31/19
That cocoa sounds amazing! We always make a similar one, traditional for Christmas Eve. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:49pm on 12/31/19

31292. FRC: Help! My powder gelatin is expired (5/19). Adding to frozen yogurt [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 3:17pm on 12/30/19 (7)

According to this site, go ahead and use it! [LINK] - judy-mass - 3:43pm on 12/30/19

Yahoo! I will! Thank-you Judy :) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 4:15pm on 12/30/19

I spoke to my grocer once about the sell by/use by dates. He told me most products are good - KarenNoCA - 5:07pm on 12/30/19

I can't remember the last time I used gelatin and - colleenmomof2 - 10:58pm on 12/30/19

Mine was Methuselah-old and it worked perfectly for a soft-set pie filling. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:30am on 12/31/19
I just used gelatin to stabilize whip cream it was probably years old and it was fine [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:57am on 12/31/19
On Dec. 27 I made a White Xmas Pie using powdered gelatin dated 2014, and the pie filling [LINK] - wigs - 5:58pm on 01/09/20

31293. REC: Top-of-the-Decade Food & Wine - Saut�ed Kale With Garlic and Olive Oil [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 12:50pm on 01/01/20 (11)

You know, I love greens, but I just don�t �get� the kale thing - Melissa Dallas - 2:31pm on 01/01/20

I'm with you about the Kale thing. [NT] - oli - 2:42pm on 01/01/20

cooked kale not so much but a kale salad that has been "massaged" is delicious IMO [NT] - Charley - 4:33pm on 01/01/20

Me either but it reminds me of something when I was a kid - CathyZKauai - 3:46pm on 01/01/20
I do this with broccoli rabe. - judy-mass - 8:16pm on 01/01/20

I�m afraid I stare at broccoli rabe just like KathyZ and kale. Just too bitter. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:20am on 01/07/20

Interesting, I�m thinking of doing something like that with collard greens tonight. [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:27pm on 01/01/20

That would be really good with bacon grease instead of olive oil [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:47am on 01/02/20

Lol, thanks Melissa! I took your suggestion, they were quite good. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:17pm on 01/02/20

�Proper� collards require smoked pork, or if feeling virtuous, smoked turkey leg - Melissa Dallas - 1:11pm on 01/05/20

As Melissa says, bacon instead!! And add some balsamic vinegar. A couple of years - Charley - 12:39pm on 01/02/20

31294. I managed to save that gritty broken Queso Fundido with my Vitamix. [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 1:44pm on 01/02/20 (1)

Ha! You bested the pros! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:18pm on 01/02/20

31295. Another first: made collards using Edna Lewis' *Spicy Collard Greens* recipe [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 2:09pm on 01/02/20 (6)

Smoky Pork Stock [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:10pm on 01/02/20
Yum! I love collards!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:16pm on 01/02/20
Spicy Collard Greens by Edna Lewis [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:32pm on 01/02/20
REC: The Collard Green Melt - what to make with some of your collards ;) [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 4:20pm on 01/02/20

Oh wow...looks amazing but also a lot of work. If you would like to try something tasty, my [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:10am on 01/03/20

NO sauce on pulled pork is the proper way to serve it in NC and maybe SC. - Charley - 11:55am on 01/03/20

31296. Has any one taken the temp of cinnamon rolls? - oli - 3:33pm on 01/02/20 (3)

Oliver, here is some data to review [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:57pm on 01/02/20
I temp mine and take them out at 190-195. [NT] - desertculinary - 7:33pm on 01/02/20

Thank you very much [NT] - oli - 12:30am on 01/03/20

31297. Finishing steak in the oven - Pam - 4:32pm on 01/02/20 (12)

You put a hard sear with a screaming hot cast iron pan. Then in the oven--I - Charley - 4:43pm on 01/02/20
Pam, we followed a method in Men's Health magazine. This is the data: - MarilynFL - 5:11pm on 01/02/20

Followed directions to the letter - Pam - 9:42pm on 01/05/20

Oh...so sorry. I use black cast iron. Have you tried that Barkeeper's Friend to scrub it out?? [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:12pm on 01/06/20

Bugger...can anyone find that post where several users cleaned black off their pan? I thought - MarilynFL - 2:21pm on 01/06/20

could this be it..... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 6:25pm on 01/06/20

Yes! All praise and glory to Saint GayR of the Holy Order of Internet Search Angels. Pam! Give this - MarilynFL - 9:00pm on 01/06/20

If the discoloration is the bluish sort of iridescence, vinegar will remove it. - Curious1 - 3:51pm on 01/10/20

I used the site included in the link attached [LINK] - emtd - 3:29am on 01/09/20

Betty, I read through that article and it's spot on. The only thing I would recommend--and this is - MarilynFL - 1:25pm on 01/09/20

Thank you Marilyn - emtd - 7:53pm on 01/09/20

And remember not to grab the handle right after you remove the pan from the oven. I am still searing - Marg CDN2 - 11:29pm on 01/09/20

31298. Looking to you guys for recommendations. - oli - 12:45am on 01/03/20 (11)

Are you looking for meal suggestions, appetizers, dessert or all of the above:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:28pm on 01/03/20

Boy, that was dump of me. I am being requested to make a dessert. - oli - 3:09pm on 01/03/20

My favorite chocolate layer cake [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 10:17pm on 01/03/20

This looks great! Thanks Maria! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:44pm on 01/03/20
Thanks, but it might be too much for the elderly lady and the other seniors. [NT] - oli - 5:35am on 01/04/20

Because chocolate or too much cake? [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 8:05am on 01/04/20

That's a good idea, will run it by the wife. [NT] - oli - 2:16pm on 01/04/20

Smb takes the edge off all the chocolate, plus I use decaf espresso to lower caffeine. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:21pm on 01/04/20

86 year olds I know (and I know a LOT of them!!) could handle that in a heartbeat!! LOL [NT] - Charley - 12:44pm on 01/04/20

We love these lemon bars [NT] [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 10:46pm on 01/03/20
Garnishes rave reviews - Italian Pistachio Cake [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 6:15pm on 01/04/20

31299. Watched colleen's F&W babka & the next video was Cannabutter! AKA Pot Butter [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:56pm on 01/03/20 (0)

31300. Joanne Chang Recipe Carrot Pineapple Cake ... this reads delicious .. featured in Edible Boston [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:04am on 01/05/20 (5)

What makes this so different for so many others? [NT] - oli - 6:06pm on 01/07/20

The apple juice concentrate in the icing and cake ... No additional sugar .... [NT] - GayR - 6:15pm on 01/07/20

If I were going to make this carrot cake, I would do this - oli - 6:33pm on 01/07/20

Lovely Carrot Cake, however, the cake I posted uses less sugar..... [NT] - GayR - 7:27pm on 01/07/20
I can't tell which one that is. I make carrot cake as our DGD's birthday cake and - Charley - 11:26am on 01/08/20

31301. From holiday leftovers REC:Charlie's Favorite Linguine with Tomatoes and Basil [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:32pm on 01/07/20 (2)

Thanks Colleen, I had the Brie and some cherry and on the vine tomatoes. Made this last night. - Curious1 - 7:03pm on 01/09/20

So glad to hear! Can't stop thinking about how good and how easy ;) - colleenmomof2 - 8:08pm on 01/09/20

31302. Annual physical on the 16th :( - colleenmomof2 - 1:46pm on 01/07/20 (2)

Good luck, colleen! My annual physical is in November, and I never look forward to it either! [NT] - wigs - 12:15pm on 01/08/20

I'm starting to be more hopeful of choosing the Jan. date ;) - colleenmomof2 - 2:27pm on 01/08/20

31303. Beef eye of round and new 8 qt Instant Pot Duo - Anna_X - 11:37pm on 01/07/20 (3)

I think you are right to be concerned if it will tenderize. SO I googled and found the - Charley - 1:36pm on 01/08/20
Okay, so not the same, but.... [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 2:22pm on 01/08/20

Your description of a pork shoulder is what it ususally is, which when cooked low and slow - Charley - 3:20pm on 01/08/20

31304. Colleenmomof2, would you share your Inst Pot Borracho Beans recipe, please? - Anna_X - 12:07am on 01/08/20 (10)

Bad outcome! [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:47pm on 01/08/20

It sounds like you got a batch of old beans? . . . - mistral - 8:35pm on 01/08/20

That's a good thought. When cooking beans I find you go by the recipe and then check. - Charley - 12:25pm on 01/09/20

Very good point. And I frequently just use Instant Pot Saut� function - colleenmomof2 - 7:49pm on 01/09/20

Oh ya...that happened to me with a bag of black beans. I figured they were dried so - MarilynFL - 1:14pm on 01/09/20

I rarely expect ingredient fail but often have just that - colleenmomof2 - 7:53pm on 01/09/20

And then, there are those magical times where the sum of the parts WAY - colleenmomof2 - 7:55pm on 01/09/20
There're 6 types of feta at our local middle eastern market. I asked for the least salty and . . . - mistral - 9:21pm on 01/14/20

Maybe true about the beans being old from Aldi, but dated 6-2021 - colleenmomof2 - 7:42pm on 01/09/20

Right. Just cook them longer and add liquid as needed. Your beans were fresh enough probably. [NT] - Charley - 9:37pm on 01/09/20

31305. Oh, well, while I'm begging for Inst Pot already, can Michael's Mexican Rice be adapted? [NT] - Anna_X - 2:17am on 01/08/20 (6)

I got an 8 quart Instant Pot for myself the day after Thanksgiving. Haven't tried to adapt the rice. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:33pm on 01/08/20

Hey, Michael? Do you make Borracho beans? In Instant Pot? - colleenmomof2 - 4:26pm on 01/08/20

Diana Kennedy�s (fabulous) charro beans - Melissa Dallas - 12:44am on 01/09/20

You just add hal a bottle of dark beer to make them �borracho� [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:45am on 01/09/20

Thanks Melissa for your help! - colleenmomof2 - 8:51pm on 01/09/20

Charro and borracho are the same, except beer makes them �drunken� [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:10pm on 01/11/20

31306. Well this was a fun soup to throw together. Love the sausage 'meatball' hack. [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:24pm on 01/09/20 (5)

I made this a couple of days ago using andouille instead of Italian sausage. Very adaptable recipe. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:54pm on 01/09/20

Yum! I'm sure the andouille sausage was good as well. Thanks again, C1. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:21am on 01/10/20

Great idea! How cool is this! Just made a pot of Meatball-less Minestrone - colleenmomof2 - 8:46pm on 01/09/20

Good idea, Colleen. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 9:00pm on 01/09/20

Good reminder. I just made a HUGE pot of minestrone. ANd I have the meat to add. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:31pm on 01/09/20

31307. Wanting to do a Mexican pot roast. I'm unable to find a recipe that doesn't sound really lame... - Marg CDN2 - 11:27pm on 01/09/20 (22)

Sandra? Michael? I'm interested too. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:36am on 01/10/20
Birria de Res [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 2:34am on 01/10/20

There we go. Thank you Melissa. It's on for Saturday. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:15pm on 01/10/20
This looks better than anything I have. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:20pm on 01/10/20
That was a winner. And I am now able to type again since the swelling has reduced in my fingertips - Marg CDN2 - 8:24am on 01/12/20

What about Sandra's Machaca Mexicana? A well-loved recipe here at the swap, for many years. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 6:47pm on 01/10/20
This Braised Beef Brisket, Oaxacan Style, sounds good. [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 7:04pm on 01/10/20

LOL, Marg, I'm surrounded by cookbooks. Pulled the few Mexican cookbooks I have - Pat-NoCal - 7:09pm on 01/10/20

This Chipotle-Seasoned Pot Roast with Vegetables is from Rick Bayless Mexican Kitchen cook book. [LINK] - Curious1 - 7:40pm on 01/10/20
To answer these questions: I did see Sandra's, but I wanted something with loads of fun spicing but - Marg CDN2 - 11:19pm on 01/10/20
It's a toughie Marg... [LINK] - Sandra in New York - 12:04am on 01/11/20

Hola, Sandra, SOOOO good to see you! The mole de olla sounds delightful. I must try it! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:29am on 01/11/20
Oh holy mole. This one will go next. Thank you And have you been gone as long as I think you have??? - Marg CDN2 - 1:52am on 01/11/20

As long as you think, and more! - Sandra in New York - 3:36pm on 01/11/20

Sandra, I'ts great to see you here! - judy-mass - 12:53pm on 01/11/20

HOLA Judy! - Sandra in New York - 3:37pm on 01/11/20
Hi there, missy! Hope you are doing well. Regards to Heidi if you see her. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:36pm on 01/14/20

Made the Mole de Olla for dinner last night and we enjoyed it. - Pat-NoCal - 3:04pm on 01/13/20

Pat, I just sent you an email with the photo uploading steps. It's embedded with screen snapshots - MarilynFL - 3:28pm on 01/13/20

Thanks Mar, may attempt the photo upload later. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:17pm on 01/13/20

Well, I saw the photo... it looked perfect! [NT] - Sandra in New York - 8:28pm on 01/13/20

The stew was even better day 2. - Pat-NoCal - 10:48pm on 01/13/20

31308. Review: No-beer 2 lbs of pinto beans in my new 8-qt Instant Pot - Anna_X - 3:48am on 01/10/20 (31)

Try with pork broth - pmassell_93 - 1:51pm on 01/10/20

Wonderful suggestions, Paul! Thank you! - Anna_X - 11:10pm on 01/10/20

you can also throw in a ham hock and add water. Or a piece of pork. [NT] - Charley - 12:25pm on 01/11/20

How does one get pork broth? Cooking a ham hock? - KarenNoCA - 3:27pm on 01/11/20

Pork broth [LINK] - Sandra in New York - 3:34pm on 01/11/20

When cooking beans in a PC I have never found them too salty when using a ham bone - Charley - 4:46pm on 01/11/20

Salt and beans - Sandra in New York - 5:23pm on 01/11/20

Well, I think that is another myth to be busted, like not adding tomatoes to beans - Charley - 9:55pm on 01/11/20

Well, good for you! - Sandra in New York - 5:13am on 01/12/20

Indeed, I made that mistake SO many years ago when I first cooked raw beans. I could not figure out - Marg CDN2 - 8:19am on 01/12/20
Me too. Now that I am a confirmed "bean eater" I cook a lot of beans. - CathyZKauai - 4:29pm on 01/12/20

Hi Cathy!! - Sandra in New York - 5:26pm on 01/12/20

I know epazote- I will use it. Didn't know it had that benefit lol [NT] - CathyZKauai - 11:18pm on 01/12/20

Epazote [LINK] - Sandra in New York - 2:55am on 01/13/20

I use salt and have zero problems with tough skin [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 9:24pm on 01/12/20

I'm not "es-chewing"! - Sandra in New York - 12:02am on 01/13/20

I'd be happy to read your links - pmassell_93 - 12:48am on 01/13/20

HA! I was wondering about that.... - Sandra in New York - 2:44am on 01/13/20

Interesting debate on whether to brine or not to brine. I came across this... [LINK] - RuthAB - 10:56pm on 01/12/20

the science is pretty much irrefutable now [NT] - pmassell_93 - 6:39pm on 01/13/20

Cook's Illustrated also has a post about brining the beans before cooking, but as you - Charley - 11:53am on 01/14/20

I started using the Amer. Test Kitchen of brining beans before cooking. . . - mistral - 9:32pm on 01/14/20

Wow, my grandparents were from Portugual and I grew up in their home along with mom - KarenNoCA - 7:04pm on 01/11/20

Cool Grandparents! [NT] - Sandra in New York - 5:27pm on 01/12/20

Marilyn used F&W smokey pork stock for her collards at 31295 [NT] [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:53pm on 01/11/20

Yikes - Smoky not Smokey ;) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 4:55pm on 01/11/20

What, no bear and pork broth? (nt) ;-) [NT] - mistral - 9:33pm on 01/14/20

A wonderful flavorer for bean dishes is a ham hock and Honey Baked Ham sells theirs.LOTS of meat on - Charley - 1:14pm on 01/14/20

IMHO honey baked ham bones are too sweet for savory soups. I don't have - Janet in NC - 7:53pm on 01/14/20

Michael said the same thing. I hadn't realized it because I've never baked a ham but wanted - MarilynFL - 11:09pm on 01/14/20
I am referring to the bone which I guess is a "hock". I've done it a couple of times with - Charley - 12:19am on 01/15/20

31309. Has anyone seen this test? - oli - 2:27pm on 01/12/20 (1)

Here's the link. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:33pm on 01/12/20

31310. Steps for uploading photos to Recipe Swap - MarilynFL - 3:34pm on 01/13/20 (12)

Text Photo [NT] [IMAGE] - deb-in-MI - 9:11pm on 01/13/20

Deb--if I click on IMAGE, you cookie picture is the perfect size. If I click on Text Photo, your - wigs - 4:09pm on 01/14/20

Aw,,,thanks for your kind words! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:32pm on 01/14/20

I just tried and it didn't work - was still ginormous:( [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:12pm on 01/13/20

Deb, not sure if you have a Mac or PC, but try these steps from Paul [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:44pm on 01/14/20

First, try clearing your browser. (That didn't work for me). Then try the dns cache step - MarilynFL - 3:46pm on 01/14/20

PS: Those cookies are gorgeous. Even at molecular level. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:46pm on 01/14/20

Thanks Marilyn:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:30pm on 01/15/20

What's the reload button? [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:34pm on 01/14/20

In Chrome browser, the reload button is a round arrow next to the address bar [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:28pm on 01/15/20

New Photo Test [NT] [IMAGE] - deb-in-MI - 11:16am on 01/15/20

This one worked! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:17am on 01/15/20

31311. Colleen, have to thank you for Collard Green Melt recipe. I jury-rigged a version with what I had [LINK] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 3:46pm on 01/13/20 (5)

Outstanding shared with your mom! Your picture is awesome! - colleenmomof2 - 4:09pm on 01/13/20

Mom loved it. I made a single slice version for myself. That bread is great for toasted cheese. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:07pm on 01/14/20

Yum!!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:04pm on 01/13/20
I have recommended it to our chefs to do for a vegetarian sandwich option. They are doing other - Charley - 3:54pm on 01/15/20
I wasn't hungry until I saw the photo! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:31pm on 01/16/20

31312. Help, please. Tossed fish sauce, oyster sauce, and soy sauce. - CynUpstateNY - 9:02pm on 01/14/20 (12)

Cyn, Here is one I found [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 10:19pm on 01/14/20

Cyn, Highly recommend Oyster Sauce by Food Editor Food and Wine Magazine [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 10:23pm on 01/14/20

Fish Sauce Test Results [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 10:31pm on 01/14/20
I've found this site to be helpful. If you click on the How To link, they have a [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:47pm on 01/14/20

Curious, the pics of the product are so helpful! Thank you! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:02pm on 01/15/20

Here's a swap thread on oyster and hoisin sauces. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:58pm on 01/14/20
And another, sorry, I got confused and posted this on that thread. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 11:04pm on 01/14/20
Thank you! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:38am on 01/15/20
Interesting talk about the different sauces. I recently came across Rachael Ray - KarenNoCA - 5:27pm on 01/17/20

I used to keep it on hand as well as their light and mushroom. That [LINK] - Curious1 - 7:58pm on 01/17/20
As Curious said, dark soy is very different from regular soy sauce and even - Charley - 12:01pm on 01/18/20

Not surprised by this. I once gave someone a recipe using Tarragon Vinegar which I buy from Sparrow - KarenNoCA - 8:44pm on 01/18/20

31313. Marg, if you want another Mexican beef roast recipe, barbacoa is really good. When [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:14pm on 01/14/20 (6)

Hi Marilyn!! - Sandra in New York - 11:24pm on 01/14/20

Aaaah. most enticing. But what the heck are all those chilies? It's kind of you to offer - Marg CDN2 - 3:53am on 01/15/20

Well that was meant to go above. But Sandra, I wanted to agree on dipping. The recipe that I did was - Marg CDN2 - 3:54am on 01/15/20

Birria quesadillas - Melissa Dallas - 1:38am on 01/16/20

Thanks to both of you for a wonderful suggestion. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:33pm on 01/16/20

I made this recipe yesterday, Better that Chipotle's Barbacoa..... - KarenNoCA - 3:48pm on 01/19/20

31314. How long will this recipe keep at room temp? [LINK] - oli - 12:56am on 01/18/20 (1)

I'd probably take it. You can always have a small cooler and put it on ice if you wanted. [NT] - Charley - 1:47pm on 01/18/20

31315. FRC: Enjoying "Blue Zones Kitchen: with 100 recipes for longevity" - just released [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 10:06pm on 01/18/20 (11)

I don�t know why they keep saying fruit and veggies are cheap - Melissa Dallas - 12:55pm on 01/19/20

In these areas they grow their own and eat what they grow [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 1:08pm on 01/19/20

I totaled up the heritage plants, pots, soil, netting, gridwork & insect repellant and ended up - MarilynFL - 2:44pm on 01/19/20

I find tomatoes do much better in the ground... - MariaDNoCA - 9:17pm on 01/19/20

Agree. In Ak and in FL. Not cheap. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:45am on 01/20/20

I went to the Mediterranean eating regime-hate the word diet- and love it - CathyZKauai - 4:58pm on 01/19/20

Yay! [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:47am on 01/20/20

How is sourdough �close to gluten free�? I think that is not true. Anyone else? [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:51am on 01/20/20

FRC: I understand that any gluten is bad for those people sensitive to gluten [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 11:29am on 01/20/20

I don't think so. People with celiac cannot have ANY gluten. Going "gluten free" has - Charley - 11:58am on 01/20/20
Found this discussion on Wild Yeast site [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 12:07pm on 01/20/20