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31332. My first attempt of a buttercream peony! [IMAGE] - deb-in-MI - 9:29pm on 02/03/20 (7)

oh wow, Deb, that is just beautiful! Almost too pretty to eat. The ruffled edge is perfect. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:40am on 02/04/20
It really does look just like one. So impressive. How many did you make before this one emerged? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:12am on 02/04/20

Just two - they weren't bad just not "full" [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:12pm on 02/04/20

Okay, so now I am 'blown away'. I will await the photo showing the application of these beauties. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:28am on 02/05/20

Aw...thanks! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:07pm on 02/05/20

Beautiful! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:34am on 02/04/20
Gorgeous! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:45pm on 02/04/20

31333. So, being an engineer, I need a definitive answer here: just how salty ARE preserved lemons? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:44am on 02/04/20 (5)

Check my math... - Junebug - 5:10am on 02/04/20

Ah...that tastes about right! Thanks, June! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:19pm on 02/05/20

I'm not sure you could judge by just tasting them. Put into a dish they become more - Charley - 11:41am on 02/04/20

Way too salty to waste a test on good food. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:03pm on 02/05/20

You can rinsed them. - Charley - 6:23pm on 02/05/20

31334. chicken with figs and honey. Making tonight and haven't for a long time but it is a - Charley - 2:55pm on 02/04/20 (1)

Sounds delish! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:39pm on 02/04/20

31335. Absolutely NFR, unless you count the banana bread I baked afterward for the food bank. [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 9:47pm on 02/04/20 (6)

Marilyn, wherever you go....whatever you do....it's an undeniable ADVENTURE! Smile. [NT] - wigs - 12:41am on 02/05/20
Totally YOU! Great move! Thank you for sharing your story! [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 4:05pm on 02/05/20
Marilyn, I love everything about you! - Anna_X - 1:19am on 02/06/20
You would be fun to follow for a day. Surprised you don't get yourself in trouble. or............ - Marg CDN2 - 1:27am on 02/06/20
You go, girl! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:43pm on 02/06/20
Rock ON with your bad self!!!! You go girl!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:15pm on 02/06/20

31336. Any one up yet? Almond flour vs Almond meal - Janet in NC - 1:48pm on 02/06/20 (2)

You can combine them. Meal has the brown skin left on before grinding, so it's a bit darker [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:23pm on 02/06/20

Thanks, I was thinking the texture might be affected since the recipe uses almond meal [NT] - Janet in NC - 2:55pm on 02/06/20

31337. Enjoying this very much: Urban Accents Veggie Roaster Seasoning Blend: Manchego & Roasted Garlic [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:03pm on 02/06/20 (0)

31338. ISO favorite cinnamon recipes? I was gifted a box from Penzeys. - MariaDNoCA - 10:18pm on 02/06/20 (25)

REC: Buttermilk Cinnamon Crumb Cake - judy-mass - 10:43pm on 02/06/20

Ooh I have leftover buttermilk in the house as it turns out. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:24am on 02/08/20

REC: Apple Cake - judy-mass - 10:45pm on 02/06/20
Cinnamon Butter Cake - Food & Wine Magazine....have made this many times..... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:30am on 02/07/20
I put cinnamon in waffles and pancakes. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:34pm on 02/07/20
Which kind of cinnamon? Different kinds shine in different things [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:45pm on 02/07/20

Penzeys, which is a blend and Vietnamese. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:17am on 02/08/20

Savory? At Bern's Steak House, the dessert kitchen was staffed with several women from Ethiopia. - MarilynFL - 10:18pm on 02/07/20

Absolutely the best ingredient in my 'Spanish' hamburger. LOTS of cinnamon. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:37pm on 02/07/20

Love cinnamon in savory dishes. What else do you add to your Spanish hamburger Marge? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:02pm on 02/09/20

Well, okay. This is an embarrassing recipe. Been making it since I was 10, about 200 years now. - Marg CDN2 - 8:36pm on 02/10/20

This sounds very flavorful Marg. When you - Pat-NoCal - 11:00pm on 02/11/20

She always served it on open-face buns. So, so do I. It's kind of an old home thing. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:21am on 02/12/20

Ahhh, like Sloppy Joes. Sounds good, Marg. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:33pm on 02/12/20

Rec: Curried Chicken Thighs with Cauliflower, Apricots and Olives [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:34pm on 02/09/20
Rec: Spiced Roast Chicken Breast [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:43pm on 02/09/20
Rec: Kefta and Zucchini Kebabs (I use ground beef or chuck instead of lamb) [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:39pm on 02/09/20
Like the subtle warmth cinnamon brings to this Rec: Turkey Chili with White Beans. I add garlic [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:46pm on 02/09/20
Rec: Moroccan Spiced Chickpea Soup [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:00pm on 02/09/20

Also good in stuffed vine leaves. B'stilla. Hmm, I do like N. African foods. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:21pm on 02/10/20

B'stilla - Marg CDN2 - 8:23pm on 02/10/20

This sounds wonderful! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:02pm on 02/11/20

Don't forget cinnamon buns. Perhaps a too-obvious one but I really dump it into buns. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:44pm on 02/10/20
Sour Cream Coffee Cake is very good==> - wigs - 6:37pm on 02/11/20
REC: Blueberry Pecan Sour Cream Coffee Cake frm old Gail's in 2002 posted by Sandi in Hawaii. [LINK] - wigs - 2:36pm on 02/17/20

31339. Has anyone made Corvino house fries? Food & Wine shows the nine-step process to crunchy happiness. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:30am on 02/07/20 (7)

Too much work for a french fry. I cut mine into thick wedges, throw on a sheet pan - KarenNoCA - 4:36pm on 02/07/20
I agree too much work plus deep-fried. Here is my method for crunchy baked fries [IMAGE] - CathyZKauai - 5:41pm on 02/07/20

And there's the crumpled parchment. I'll go hunt for potato flakes. Looks good. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:36pm on 02/07/20
I HAVE a package of potato flakes...and had NO IDEA why I did! Now I do! Thanks, C! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:23pm on 02/08/20

You can make a sourdough bread starter from them too. ;o) - Charley - 12:27pm on 02/09/20

And they are nice for thickening soups! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:26pm on 02/11/20

oooh, what a good idea! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:19am on 02/12/20

31340. This looks fun - Twinkie Bundt Cake or 2 loaves [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 6:43pm on 02/07/20 (0)

31341. Funny Food Related Article [NT] [LINK] - GeorgiaRose - 2:41pm on 02/10/20 (4)

Hi missy! [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:31pm on 02/10/20

Hilarious article...but I honestly don't know if Yotam wrote it or article author wrote it?? [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:37pm on 02/10/20

It had the name of a female attached to it. I would hate to think Yotam wrote it! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:53pm on 02/12/20
I'm sure it is the name on the article--and it is pretty much a slam on Ottolenghi - Charley - 12:16pm on 02/13/20

31342. My power was off for nearly 24 hours [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:15pm on 02/10/20 (13)

In London, eggs are sold in the regular food aisles. They feel they are hermetically sealed. - MarilynFL - 7:27pm on 02/10/20
I'd be a little squeamish on the eggs but everthing else, I'd keep. I'm still alive, too. Barely but - Marg CDN2 - 8:42pm on 02/10/20
I bought ground meat for tacos, and I had egg whites in a jar... - MariaDNoCA - 8:48pm on 02/10/20

Maria, I'd dump the egg whites and the ground meat if it is room temp - CathyZKauai - 3:10pm on 02/11/20

Eggs are definitely OK. - Charley - 11:34am on 02/11/20
We've had many power outs the last 18 months, our longest was from a major snow - KarenNoCA - 2:43pm on 02/11/20

Something for the next time - CathyZKauai - 3:14pm on 02/11/20

Very useful ideas, thanks! We have a gas grill and a gas fireplace, both saved us - KarenNoCA - 4:19pm on 02/11/20
Oh. That frozen lump idea is really good. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:07pm on 02/12/20

Hurricanes and ice storms in NC have us without power many times. We would put ice - Charley - 4:57pm on 02/11/20

Thanks all. I did toss a few things, and I wonder about the mayo, but kept the rest - MariaDNoCA - 10:47pm on 02/13/20

Do let us know if you die. We can hone our understandings here. Does your home insurance cover - Marg CDN2 - 2:05am on 02/14/20

hahahaha. Marg, you are on a tear today. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:38pm on 02/14/20

31343. Does anyone think there would be a problem with doubling this recipe? [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 12:19pm on 02/12/20 (6)

I think it would be fine. [NT] - rhoward2va - 9:15pm on 02/12/20

Agree. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:39pm on 02/12/20

Agree - can be doubled [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:40am on 02/13/20
Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:02pm on 02/13/20
These are the best vanilla, chocolate, and marble cupcakes I [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:12pm on 02/14/20

Thanks for the update!! [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:51pm on 02/14/20

31344. Now and Then: How we describe food [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:23pm on 02/12/20 (14)

First, I think you DO cook like that and well beyond. Second: - Marg CDN2 - 11:06pm on 02/12/20

Oh, oh, I agree about the use of, uh, more foul language. It is lazy. One of my kids tried to . . . - mistral - 11:25pm on 02/12/20

My MIL gave me a subscription to Gourmet, probably around 1970 - judy-mass - 11:56pm on 02/12/20

I've got nine issues from 1973. Anyone who wants one, ping me - MarilynFL - 12:08am on 02/13/20
duplicate deleted [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:22am on 02/13/20

I was appalled at this Bon Appetit article [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 2:03pm on 02/13/20

A shame, because she is actually very funny. I grew up on Fannie Farmer and Erma Bombeck. My - MarilynFL - 6:29pm on 02/13/20
How far they have fallen. Sad. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:29pm on 02/13/20
This is weird: all the rude stuff dies out after the first few paragraphs. Maybe. . . - mistral - 7:52pm on 02/13/20
Not only is she crude, not in a good way, but she [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:40pm on 02/13/20

Yes! Tjhat was what I was trying to think of to say! Thanks. [NT] - Charley - 12:20pm on 02/14/20

It is the context. I am hardly a prude - Melissa Dallas - 1:53am on 02/15/20

People don't seem to know what elegance is anymore. It's all so trashy. - Marg CDN2 - 2:00am on 02/14/20

You got that right, very trashy! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:15pm on 02/14/20

31345. Found a new product at the co-op today. Vanilla powder. Have any of you used it? - CynUpstateNY - 11:44pm on 02/13/20 (8)

I looked for that about 30 years ago. It was called for in a European recipe. I suspect it works for - Marg CDN2 - 1:58am on 02/14/20

Ha..l don't know any of those people either! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:35am on 02/14/20
Ha, I do! [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:35pm on 02/14/20

In France last Fall, we could not find vanilla extract for a recipe but did find vanilla powder - judy-mass - 12:42pm on 02/14/20

judy, I await the day I can say *we had a villa in France.* How lovely for you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:36pm on 02/14/20

If you are traveling with a group, it is a very affordable way to have comfortable [LINK] - judy-mass - 9:01pm on 02/14/20

I learned about vanilla powder when I spent a summer living w/ a French family in St. Brieuc in 1967 - wigs - 2:14pm on 02/17/20

{sigh} {uttered with a French lilt} [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:39am on 02/18/20

31346. Does anyone have/use this milk frothing pitcher? I like lots of foam on my cappuccino and it seems [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 4:05pm on 02/14/20 (7)

I like the Amazon reviews which seem to be good for this. [NT] - Charley - 4:40pm on 02/14/20

I agree. But I don't believe all I read, unless I read it here, of course. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:38am on 02/15/20
I refer to Amazon reviews all the time because they verify purchases made by consumers. - KarenNoCA - 4:03pm on 02/15/20

Marg, I found that--contrary to what I assumed--cold skim milk makes bigger foam. So - MarilynFL - 7:07pm on 02/14/20

Yep. I use 2%. Do you have a 16 ouncer for 2 people?? I wish I could find my old one . [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:38am on 02/15/20

yes, but it still only made small cups, not venti or grande or whatever sizes Starbucks uses. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:58pm on 02/15/20

Thanks M. Discovered this is made in Can. so got a deal on it. I am always fascinated with - Marg CDN2 - 11:29pm on 02/15/20

31347. The tell tale heart cake. Happy Valentine [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 12:58am on 02/15/20 (4)

Very smart. A little creepy. Cute name. People are thinking again. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:40am on 02/15/20
Amazing talent. I tried to make an open book with all the library volunteers names. Those edges are - MarilynFL - 11:03pm on 02/15/20

Such an thoughtful idea and effort. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:31pm on 02/15/20

Very cool! I always loved Edgar Allan Poe literature and can still recite a couple poems we had to - wigs - 1:41pm on 02/17/20

31348. Look what I found [LINK] - CathyZKauai - 8:44pm on 02/17/20 (5)

Nice find! I've bookmarked it. Thanks. [NT] - judy-mass - 9:05pm on 02/17/20
Yes, esp the briami. A successful search. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:37pm on 02/17/20

Briami was such a "find" when she posted it long ago. Actually it is sort of the precursor to - Charley - 2:30pm on 02/18/20

I did a Greek party in 2007 and I posted the menu go see more Evelyn recipes [LINK] - CathyZKauai - 12:32am on 02/18/20
Yes, several of these I [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:46am on 02/18/20

31349. REC: One pot meals - These look good! [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 5:00pm on 02/18/20 (8)

REC: Cane vinegar chicken stew with pearl onions oranges and spinach [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 5:01pm on 02/18/20
REC: Braised duck legs with figs star anise and winter squash [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 5:03pm on 02/18/20

Man, I wish I could find duck PARTS around here. I can find whole duck. . . - mistral - 9:59pm on 02/19/20

REC: Spiced rabbit tagine with peas and carrots [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 5:04pm on 02/18/20
REC: Braised beef short ribs with salsa verde and feta [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 5:05pm on 02/18/20
REC: Malaysian chicken and rice [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 5:15pm on 02/18/20
This week's NYTimes had an entire insert section of One Pot meals.. [NT] - Charley - 12:34pm on 02/19/20

Thank you, Charley. I ended up signing up for a 30 day free subscription - colleenmomof2 - 2:57pm on 02/27/20

31350. Hmm? *Comeback Sauce* is a condiment for fried or grilled Gulf seafood. Anyone tried it? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:38pm on 02/18/20 (9)

Sure looks good to me. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:58am on 02/19/20

a bit like remoulade with OB [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:51am on 02/19/20

Marilyn, When I saw your post I was thinking you got into my head....as I found this recipe and am [LINK] - GayR - 2:51am on 02/19/20
I will go have a taste and report back! [NT] [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 11:24am on 02/19/20

Well, we weren't wowed. It was a tasty sauce with the predominant - colleenmomof2 - 6:13pm on 03/05/20

Yeah, don't need all that. It's a mayo sauce and really tasty Try these ingredients - Charley - 12:31pm on 02/19/20

Yep, much simpler than they make it. This is more like it. [NT] - Music City Missy - 8:16pm on 02/22/20

Being from Jackson, MS where it was created, yes. Here is the REAL recipe. - Music City Missy - 8:13pm on 02/22/20

PS - I am an "expert" on this one and I LOVE it. Never have boiled shrimp without it. [IMAGE] - Music City Missy - 8:21pm on 02/22/20

31351. So....back to potato flakes. Would that be 'like' mashed potato mix? Never looked for this item. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:00am on 02/19/20 (3)

It is dried mashed potatoes in flakes. There are also some called "buds" but they - Charley - 12:27pm on 02/19/20
The Potato Buds are the best but if you cannot find them use the flakes. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 3:04pm on 02/19/20
Seems Canada doesn't bud, it only flakes. So that will be the one. Thanks both of you. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:17pm on 02/20/20

31352. Thanks to Maria and Deb for the idea of using modeling chocolate! The coins came out - CynUpstateNY - 5:16pm on 02/19/20 (4)

Yay!!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:33pm on 02/19/20
Happy Tasty Endings. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:09am on 02/20/20
I love working w/ chocolate leather (a synonym 4 modeling chocolate)! Glad U had good results, Cyn! [NT] - wigs - 3:26pm on 02/20/20
Wonderful news!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:14pm on 02/20/20

31353. Wattage on Kitchen Aide mixers - MarilynFL - 1:35pm on 02/20/20 (10)

As one who HAS burned out a KA motor by mixing something that was too thick for that - Charley - 2:55pm on 02/20/20

Speed 2 is the specified *kneading* speed per their manual. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:05pm on 02/20/20

Sorry, Marilyn, I am not 1/100th as scientific as U are! If my "lift arm" KA smells like it's being - wigs - 3:18pm on 02/20/20

I'll bet the problem child was a nougat icing or candy. Was watching BA try to duplicate Snickers - MarilynFL - 6:52pm on 02/20/20

it depends... - pmassell_93 - 3:36pm on 02/20/20

My mom had a Hobart KA lift-bowl version way back when and it NEVER got hot. Now she has - MarilynFL - 7:07pm on 02/20/20
I think seldom used is the key phrase here - MariaDNoCA - 4:22am on 02/22/20

I would be so annoyed. Mine dropped bits of oil as well, when I didn't use it for a few months. I - Marg CDN2 - 7:23pm on 02/22/20

I have one of the older standard KA Mixers, inherited from my late MIL. Metal Gear: - mistral - 12:45am on 02/23/20

The only thing that almost got mine was grinding all the veggies - Melissa Dallas - 11:23pm on 02/21/20

31354. soy sauce eggs [LINK] [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 5:43pm on 02/20/20 (4)

These look great. I keep Momofuko eggs in my fridge all the time. They last for - KarenNoCA - 5:48pm on 02/21/20

good to know about keeping for a week - pmassell_93 - 8:41pm on 02/21/20

I haven't made these in ages. Thanks for reminding me about them. - Music City Missy - 8:04pm on 02/22/20

Hey....hope all your travels were fantastic this year. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:46pm on 02/24/20

31355. A friend sent me this cake display. I'm betting the steak version would freak out a vegan. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:06pm on 02/21/20 (7)

I can't get your link to work. [NT] - judy-mass - 11:17pm on 02/21/20

bummer. I looked closer and it's a video, not a website link. I sent to your email, but can't post - MarilynFL - 11:47pm on 02/21/20

The cake artist is Luke Vicentcini (he's in New Jersey). This link shows several [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:54pm on 02/21/20

Oh, here you go...it's his Instagram site. Someone just put video clips together [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:59pm on 02/21/20

must be au courrant. A friend just sent me this. Yikes, I love the idea of eating someone's sneaker. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:09am on 02/23/20

Got it thanks! - judy-mass - 4:38am on 02/22/20

Amazing! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:26pm on 02/22/20

31356. My new favorite decorated cookie (no recipe or food conversation) just a pic [NT] [IMAGE] - deb-in-MI - 5:31pm on 02/22/20 (4)

such precision getting that itty bitty heart perfect. Well done, Deb. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:20am on 02/25/20

Oh heavens, that's not me! That's the stencil! - deb-in-MI - 11:58am on 02/26/20

Oh, I know it's a stencil, but being able to smear icing AND lift it off AND still have a perfect - MarilynFL - 1:45pm on 02/26/20

(((Thank you))) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:17pm on 02/26/20

31357. Thanks to everyone for input on KA quirks. I decided to test out the master brioche [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 7:13pm on 02/24/20 (12)

Single roll to see the crumb texture [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 7:14pm on 02/24/20

PS: If anyone wants to try this recipe, I'll send you the gluten and Diamond salt - MarilynFL - 9:33pm on 02/24/20

Brioche dough is the one that always tests my KA - judy-mass - 10:53pm on 02/24/20

Did you hear the groan? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:33pm on 02/24/20

Marilyn, Looks delicious..... [NT] - GayR - 9:10pm on 02/24/20
what's the dif between lift arm and lift bowl? - pmassell_93 - 10:21pm on 02/24/20

My semantics. Yours are the correct description. I call it lift bowl because the bowl rises as - MarilynFL - 11:10pm on 02/24/20

To combat the next day dryness you might try tangzong-ing the dough [LINK] - Tess - 12:49pm on 02/26/20

That is really interesting. Thanks!! [NT] - Charley - 1:46pm on 02/26/20
I hope I remember where to find this when I need it. Last night I made a savarin using a different - Marg CDN2 - 5:28pm on 02/26/20

Soft buns ;) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 2:49pm on 02/27/20

Hi Tess...oh yes, that method definitely works (see link for when I adjusted my sweet dough). But [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:42pm on 02/26/20

31358. Vintage Deccorated Cookies ..... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 7:56pm on 02/24/20 (3)

So much talent out there!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:59am on 02/26/20

Yes, Deb and you are included in the group..... [NT] - GayR - 2:42pm on 02/26/20

((Thank you)) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:18pm on 02/26/20

31359. I got a free 1968 Sunset cookbook for entertaining - MariaDNoCA - 7:19am on 02/25/20 (11)

The Sunset books were SO wonderful to a young newlywed cook. One of my favorite cocktail buffet - Charley - 11:57am on 02/25/20
This is all so funny. Really, ruining some good basic food. And I can just see the electric frypan - Marg CDN2 - 11:30pm on 02/25/20
I love that shrimp/tomato soup/cream cheese/gelatin mousse! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:25am on 02/26/20
Love that you shared this Maria! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:00pm on 02/26/20
hahahaha....oh thank you, M. My BP was high this morning, but laughing out loud - MarilynFL - 1:47pm on 02/26/20
OMG, so funny, I was a young married girl in the 60 - KarenNoCA - 5:06pm on 02/26/20

Just married in the 60's and not much of a cook! - Pam - 9:19pm on 02/26/20

I think they upped their game through the '70s and beyond. Their Chinese cookbook from... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:01pm on 02/27/20

Thank you Michael, just ordered the book for $5. Have their Mexican one and have used it so much. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:38pm on 02/27/20
I have 10 Sunset soft cover cookbooks - CathyZKauai - 7:51pm on 02/28/20
Michael, can you post the names of a few of the recipes that have become faves for your family? - KarenNoCA - 3:49pm on 03/07/20

31360. Thank you Pat. I needed something for a little soiree, ce soir, so this worked so well. I had run [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 10:17pm on 02/26/20 (3)

Ooohlala, a soiree? How fun! I think sesame oil - Pat-NoCal - 3:45am on 02/27/20

Ran out of time and used s. oil. It worked beautifully. I'll make this again. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:13pm on 02/27/20

Yay! I'm glad you liked it. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:01am on 02/29/20

31361. Extremely NFR: A clear, simple video about the coronavirus [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:34pm on 02/26/20 (4)

Excellent! Thank you! - colleenmomof2 - 2:11pm on 02/27/20
Thank you [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:45pm on 02/27/20
Marilyn, Thank you [NT] - GayR - 12:43pm on 02/28/20
Very much appreciated, Marilyn! TY! [NT] - wigs - 9:37am on 03/01/20

31362. REC: Rave reviews for BA's Classic Focaccia in 9"x13" pan [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 1:08pm on 02/27/20 (1)

Focaccia is from Bon Appetit's "The Basically Guide to Better Baking" [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 2:28pm on 02/27/20

31363. Does anyone have suggestioms on finding an old post at Gail's Swap? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:57am on 02/29/20 (10)

Oh look. There I am with my old tomolives. aaw, and Moyn is there too. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:54am on 02/29/20
I'm tapped out. I don't have any other means of finding this. Sorry. Interesting reads though. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:17am on 02/29/20

bambification [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:18am on 02/29/20

Any clue as to archive number? Here is the main page for Gail [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:09am on 02/29/20

No. Can't even remember when I wrote it, other than when in FL. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:20pm on 02/29/20

M&M, thanks for helping out. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:21pm on 02/29/20
After surgery last year, I spent my enforced leisure going through Gails and copying interesting rec - Lana in FL - 3:16am on 03/01/20

Hope you have fully recovered. That bread pudding uses canned fruit - MarilynFL - 3:47pm on 03/01/20

Hey Marilyn! I've tried search several times without success :( - colleenmomof2 - 2:11pm on 03/04/20

Thanks for trying, colleen. No idea. It had to be after 2001, because my MIL - MarilynFL - 4:30pm on 03/04/20

31364. Just popped in.... So fun to see old friends; sorry, cooking wasn't fun for me - barb_b - 1:53am on 03/01/20 (9)

I am so very sad to read about your DD and her health issues. Starting in May 1993 immediately - wigs - 9:24am on 03/01/20
And we missed you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:43pm on 03/01/20
Hugs to you and your daughter, Barb. You have been missed. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:51am on 03/02/20
Hi missy! Missed you! [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:43pm on 03/02/20
So happy to see you back! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:03pm on 03/02/20
Hi there, welcome back! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:53am on 03/03/20
Hi Barb, So good to "see" you back.....have missed you! [NT] - GayR - 4:38pm on 03/03/20
Glad to "see" you, Barb! So sorry to hear about your daughter - colleenmomof2 - 2:07pm on 03/04/20
((Hugs to all of you!)) Thanks for the nice warm welcome home. [NT] - barb_b - 12:05am on 03/05/20

31365. Karen, here is the ISO I was wondering about: your query for a missing recipe. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:47am on 03/03/20 (4)

Yep, that was the one. I now have a printed copy on paper instead of the little note it was on. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 2:44pm on 03/03/20

This sounds good. Can you direct me to the recipe, please? I'd like a copy. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:31pm on 03/04/20

Not a recipe exactly, but this is what my co worker wrote down.... - KarenNoCA - 11:32pm on 03/04/20

Her description at the bottom of Karen's post here [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:48pm on 03/04/20

31366. MCM, hoping you are safe. My sympathies for your home town. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:02pm on 03/03/20 (4)

Music City Missy, As Marilyn stated hope you are safe. Mother Nature is so cruel.... [NT] - GayR - 4:40pm on 03/03/20
She marked herself "safe" on Facebook. Apparently hit a different part of town [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:19pm on 03/03/20

Melissa, Thank you for letting us know.... [NT] - GayR - 9:04pm on 03/03/20

Yes, thank you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:04am on 03/04/20

31367. Carole Walter*s Pumpkin Pecan Loaf - MarilynFL - 11:54pm on 03/03/20 (1)

A while back I was looking for pumpkin bread recipes that included zucchini because - MarilynFL - 11:59pm on 03/03/20

31368. So, how well is your pantry stocked? Do you have 2-3 weeks of food? [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:30am on 03/04/20 (25)

On a normal day I worry about opening the freezer or food cupboard when the cat is in the room. So - Marg CDN2 - 6:46am on 03/04/20

Thanks for this info. I have forwarded to our family members. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:11pm on 03/04/20
We swear by zinc lozenges - they work for us. Picking up more today - colleenmomof2 - 3:38pm on 03/04/20

Hope I bought the correct zinc lozenges today. One says TheraZinc Elderberry Brand is Quantum - KarenNoCA - 4:52pm on 03/05/20

We use Nature's Way Zinc Lozenges from Vitamin Shoppe - colleenmomof2 - 5:20pm on 03/05/20

Thank you Marg. Clear and sensible information. I'm just going to hang out up here in my moutain - MarilynFL - 4:21pm on 03/04/20
FYI all these things are sold out here. Store shelves are empty [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:31pm on 03/04/20

;) Yep! - colleenmomof2 - 2:04pm on 03/04/20

I think so, I have a good supply of dried beans, canned beans, lots of tomato products - KarenNoCA - 2:48pm on 03/04/20

My mom laughed at me, she said, Barb, you can go 2 years. The funny thing is that I don't know why - barb_b - 12:03am on 03/05/20

Lol! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:53am on 03/05/20
Just sorted out my pantry, Barb, and I have three cans!! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:30pm on 03/07/20

Can anyone tell me why people are buying cases of bottled water? I also want your opinions, please. - CynUpstateNY - 2:12pm on 03/05/20

I'm on well water so not buying + have gallons in basement for storm problems. I wouldn't go on - MarilynFL - 4:52pm on 03/05/20

No, I would not go. I have a friend who is flying out of Medford OR and going direct - KarenNoCA - 4:58pm on 03/05/20

I used to do a lot of flying. Flyers knew that the 2 worst airports were LHR and MIA for picking up - Marg CDN2 - 6:54pm on 03/05/20
Can - CynUpstateNY - 8:37pm on 03/05/20

I think you - Janet in NC - 9:21pm on 03/05/20

Thanks, I think you [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:51am on 03/06/20

Depends on where in California... - MariaDNoCA - 4:50am on 03/06/20

Real time covid-19 map from John Hopkins [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:02am on 03/06/20

Thanks, Maria! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:47pm on 03/06/20

Our province's schools have just cancelled all Spring Break trips and the gov is recommending, - Marg CDN2 - 7:20pm on 03/06/20

Apparently they won - MariaDNoCA - 4:54am on 03/06/20

Ha! You could seal us in here for 6 months... - Richard in Cincy - 3:05pm on 03/11/20

31369. REC: Very simple and tasty Creamy White Beans With Herb Oil [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 3:24pm on 03/04/20 (0)

31370. FRC: Costco has 3pk DOP 28oz San Marzano tomato cans - colleenmomof2 - 3:52pm on 03/04/20 (3)

FYI: I don't have a membership, but wondered if they sell a 1-day pass. They don't, BUT - MarilynFL - 4:18pm on 03/04/20

I have one in my wallet with a whopping $1.41 on it I'll mail you right now! - colleenmomof2 - 4:39pm on 03/04/20

Danke! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:31am on 03/06/20

31371. REC: I made my first Gumbo! [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:00pm on 03/04/20 (10)

Congrats! I remember Nan in Alaska telling us how a shipmate said her her roux wasn't - MarilynFL - 4:13pm on 03/04/20

Penzy has Gumbo File. Not sure it made that much difference :( - colleenmomof2 - 4:32pm on 03/04/20

FRC: I made my first collard greens! [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:22pm on 03/04/20

Score! [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:24pm on 03/04/20
REC: Forgot to add that I'm going to make the Collard Greens Melt Sandwich with [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 10:21pm on 03/04/20

Ended up using the rest of our greens for Collard Greens Quiche [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 5:30pm on 03/05/20

You mentioned using a Margaret Holmes canned okra and tomatoes. That brand also - Charley - 7:01pm on 03/05/20

Thanx! I'll look for the MH collards - didn't like Glory collards [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 1:22pm on 03/06/20

Give this recipe a try. I do cook the roux to a darker color than suggested here. - Charley - 5:20pm on 03/04/20

Thanks, Charley! I will try this when I make the gumbo again! [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 10:24pm on 03/04/20

31372. Can anyone find the ingredient listing for Hallelujah Banana Bread published at the Dallas News [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:52pm on 03/04/20 (3)

Here it is Marilyn [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:16pm on 03/04/20
This recipe also looks like the same. [NT] [LINK] - judy-mass - 11:43pm on 03/04/20
I love you two! Thanks! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:15am on 03/05/20

31373. *We must have a pie. Stress cannot exist in the presence of a pie.* - MarilynFL - 12:17am on 03/05/20 (2)

It [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:55am on 03/05/20
What Maria said about different type - Charley - 11:35am on 03/05/20

31375. I hope you can find this video. It has some superb ideas. - Marg CDN2 - 4:03am on 03/06/20 (0)

31376. NFRC: NYTimes Mini Crossword Puzzle [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:17pm on 03/06/20 (7)

Also NRFC: NYT SET for when I need to wait - or chill ;) [NT] [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:20pm on 03/06/20
Love love love crosswords. Do the Times every day. [NT] - Charley - 2:28pm on 03/06/20
Clickable link 1 [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 6:43pm on 03/06/20

Thank-you for posting clickable link to Mini Crossword Puzzles! - colleenmomof2 - 7:34pm on 03/06/20

Clickable link 2 [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 6:44pm on 03/06/20

Thank you for posting the clickable link to NYTimes SET puzzles! - colleenmomof2 - 7:35pm on 03/06/20

I subscribe to the digital NYT Crossword but I only like Friday - Sunday big ones [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:44pm on 03/06/20

31377. Pi Day thread from 2010 [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 7:30pm on 03/06/20 (15)

Pi Day thread from 2011 [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 7:39pm on 03/06/20
Pi Day thread from 2012 [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 7:41pm on 03/06/20
Pi Day thread from 2014 [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 7:44pm on 03/06/20
Pi Day thread from 2017 [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 7:50pm on 03/06/20
REC: Marianne's Collard Greens Quiche [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 7:55pm on 03/06/20

This is one of my favorites. I use a 1lb of frozen collard greens and have used . . . - mistral - 11:50pm on 03/06/20

And I need to mention that it is good hot from the oven, room temp and fridge-cold! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:52pm on 03/06/20

Hey Judy! Have any Pi Plates? [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 8:05pm on 03/06/20

Judy says she might have one after the next firing but it might not be ready by Pi day. She will - Pat-NoCal - 2:42pm on 03/08/20
I have one Pi plate that should go into the next firing... - judy-mass - 12:18pm on 03/11/20

No hurry, Judy! I should have planned for earlier but things got in the way, too ;) - colleenmomof2 - 1:04pm on 03/12/20

Might as well put this here: REC-- No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie with Chocolate Whipped Cream [LINK] - mistral - 12:01am on 03/07/20

Made me think of my mom's favorite peanut butter ice cream pie and smile ;) - colleenmomof2 - 1:12pm on 03/12/20

Saveur's best pie suggestions [NT] [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 10:43am on 03/15/20

hmm. Maybe shoofly. Never had that. Will I still have teeth? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:31pm on 03/15/20

31378. Banana Bread Lovers - This caught my eye Blueberry Coconut Banana Bread developed [LINK] - GayR - 2:04pm on 03/07/20 (1)

These caught my eye: Banana Bread Scones [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 1:32pm on 03/12/20

31379. Mamma mia. I just found an all-Mexican food store. Bring on the recipes. Yikes what a wonderful find [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:32am on 03/08/20 (10)

Pork and Poblano Stew from Michael in Phoenix - CathyZKauai - 5:27pm on 03/08/20
Margarita Pie not really Mexican but great fun after a Mexican meal - CathyZKauai - 5:34pm on 03/08/20
Marg, if they have a good dried chile selection, try this beef or pork method [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:41pm on 03/08/20
Marg, this recipe from Steve2 in LA was just wonderful: Beef Short Ribs in Chipotle & Green Chiles. [LINK] - RuthAB - 10:29pm on 03/08/20

This IS a very good recipe, I have made it several times. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:19pm on 03/09/20

REC: Green Chile Pilaf [NT] [LINK] - RuthAB - 10:31pm on 03/08/20
It snowed here pretty much all day, so I found myself looking for a new soup recipe. I'm going ... [LINK] [IMAGE] - RuthAB - 10:41pm on 03/08/20
Maybe not quite what you were looking for at the moment. but while I was in Mexican soup mode... [LINK] [IMAGE] - RuthAB - 10:54pm on 03/08/20
Thank you all for the contributions. As soon as I win the lottery, I'll try this. I priced oxtails - Marg CDN2 - 7:37pm on 03/12/20

Oxtails are obscenely priced here too. I literally *dropped* the package when I saw it was over $10+ [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:23am on 03/18/20

31380. REC Gracie Mansion's Oatmeal Raisin Cookies [LINK] - Ann - 4:46pm on 03/08/20 (2)

This flour hint keeps a chocolate chip cookie recipe from producing flat cookies. You might want to [LINK] - wigs - 10:45am on 03/09/20
Ann, chilling the dough is also good for the oats. It gives them time to soften and absorb - MarilynFL - 12:51am on 03/12/20

31384. The great Rye Flour Shortage of 2020 - Richard in Cincy - 3:29pm on 03/11/20 (30)

Rye Whiskey - pmassell_93 - 4:16pm on 03/11/20

The Great Winkle Unicorn... - Richard in Cincy - 5:37pm on 03/11/20

On that thought, does whiskey keep aging if it's open? I bought a bottle of Irish - MarilynFL - 12:35am on 03/12/20

Make some Irish Coffee on a rainy Sunday noon. [NT] - Janet in NC - 2:18am on 03/12/20
It's still good - Richard in Cincy - 12:33pm on 03/12/20

I remember my parents at their Saturday night poker games drank rye and ginger. [NT] - Janet in NC - 2:16am on 03/12/20

Rye was what the old-timers drank for sure... - Richard in Cincy - 12:53pm on 03/12/20

What was the rye stuff with sugar encrusted around the top of the bottle? It was served over milk - MarilynFL - 7:19pm on 03/12/20

No idea. I was referring to Rye whisky. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 10:11pm on 03/13/20

Richard, we have a grain mill here in Redding CA, They grind their own grains - KarenNoCA - 7:17pm on 03/11/20

Great price, but $70 UPS to Ohio. Ouch. $3.60/lb. But still, that is close. - Richard in Cincy - 6:07pm on 03/12/20

Try this [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 8:46pm on 03/11/20

$1.95/lb. w shipping for 3x10# bags. - Richard in Cincy - 6:15pm on 03/12/20

I just checked Bob's Red Mill and WITH shipping. . . - mistral - 9:03pm on 03/11/20

$2.56 and $2.74/lb. - Richard in Cincy - 6:36pm on 03/12/20

I had trouble too and than suddenly it was appearing everywhere. Bought it at Publix but - MarilynFL - 12:32am on 03/12/20
Thanks so much everyone! - Richard in Cincy - 12:31pm on 03/12/20

Actually, after reading this post, I checked at Publix today and it's still there...$4.99 - MarilynFL - 7:17pm on 03/12/20

Huh! Ended up finding Bob's dark rye after searching in 6 stores over several days - colleenmomof2 - 1:28pm on 03/12/20

my wife asks me this morning... - pmassell_93 - 5:28pm on 03/12/20

Heck, I can’t even get AP flour. The store shelves are empty here. - MariaDNoCA - 9:53am on 03/13/20

Same thing here [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:13pm on 03/13/20
Went to four more places today. Nada. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:30am on 03/14/20

Scary. Apparently here, toilet paper is the go-to and no-find item. I can see cleaning and - Marg CDN2 - 5:25am on 03/14/20

priorities [NT] [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 3:18pm on 03/14/20

here is what is going on [NT] [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 3:30pm on 03/14/20

shopping today - pmassell_93 - 10:47pm on 03/14/20

I didn't realize people were selling or planning to sell all kinds of supplies. There was one guy in - Marg CDN2 - 2:07am on 03/15/20

aaah, now I understand. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 2:02am on 03/15/20

Last week I was at Costco and couldn't find any paper products where they were ... - RuthAB - 9:44pm on 03/15/20

31385. Hey Curious ;) Defrosted Ina Garten's Salmon Cakes I made on your suggestion [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 4:32pm on 03/11/20 (3)

Somehow I missed seeing Curious' post for this last Jun.Thx 4 menioning again, Colleen.Sounds delish [NT] - wigs - 7:08pm on 03/11/20

Was delicious even with not so tasty frozen salmon leftovers - colleenmomof2 - 1:23pm on 03/12/20

Colleen, glad it worked so well for you. I think the teriyaki sauce was a great addition. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:51pm on 03/12/20

31386. I've just conquered my fear of curry: Green Curry Noodle Bowl with Tofu [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 12:04am on 03/12/20 (11)

Green Curry Noodle Bowl with Tofu from Real Simple magazine [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 12:18am on 03/12/20
Then give this recipe a try. It is dead easy and so delicious. Love Thai curry - Charley - 11:25am on 03/12/20

This sounds amazing! Thank you for sharing! - colleenmomof2 - 1:20pm on 03/12/20

I've used haricot verts in place of bok choy. It's versatile. Salmon would even be good. - Charley - 2:07pm on 03/12/20

Green curry is one of our favorite foods! Love it with beef, eggplant, green pepper and peas - colleenmomof2 - 1:17pm on 03/12/20
Make your own Thai Green Curry Paste - CathyZKauai - 3:12pm on 03/12/20

No lemongrass or kaffir leaves. Would those make a big difference? [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:19pm on 03/13/20

Yes huge- could you find dried or freeze-dried? At least it would give some flavor [NT] - CathyZKauai - 12:23am on 03/14/20
You can find both at Asian stores. The lime leaves are often just packaged fresh, or I could send - Marg CDN2 - 1:27am on 03/14/20

Thanks to both of you for info. Now, if only I can find a full-body condom to go shopping. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:42pm on 03/15/20

Wish I could link an MP4 file here. It would provide you a solution and a laugh. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:59pm on 03/16/20

31387. colleen, here is Eva's Carrot Soup that I mentioned in my text. It was very tasty and [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:27pm on 03/12/20 (2)

Thanks Marilyn! Working on this today ;) Roasted parsnips and carrots - colleenmomof2 - 4:27pm on 03/12/20

REC: Carrot, Turnip and Sweet Potato Soup [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 3:19pm on 03/13/20

31388. Retro: Made Silver Palate's Chicken Marbella last night. - Marg CDN2 - 8:02pm on 03/12/20 (3)

I used to make that--a very good entree! Thanks for the reminder.... [NT] - wigs - 8:33pm on 03/13/20
Ina has updated this recipe. More prunes, half the sugar. Both sound like good ideas to me. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:46pm on 03/16/20

I did put in a lot less sugar but it was just SO darn exciting, I am reluctant to change anything - Marg CDN2 - 10:44pm on 03/16/20

31389. Please, recommend sources for Corn Meal that has flavor and tastes good . . . - mistral - 11:03pm on 03/12/20 (5)

Shop at an ethnic market and buy their cornmeal. there are the stone ground varieties - Charley - 11:52pm on 03/12/20
For years I have used Albers Yellow Corn Meal. I make two big batches every late fall - KarenNoCA - 1:42pm on 03/13/20

What do you mean that you "make" it. Thanks. [NT] - Charley - 8:01pm on 03/13/20
Yes, Albers is what I have used previously BUT the store where I happened to buy had. . . - mistral - 11:47pm on 03/13/20

This is as good as it gets: Weisenberger Mills [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 10:07pm on 03/13/20

31390. Jury-rigged Lo Mein noodles, with a nod of appreciation toward Jet Tila [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 10:12pm on 03/14/20 (9)

Recipe: Lo Mein noodles with vegetables and a bit of chicken - MarilynFL - 10:33pm on 03/14/20

Thank you Marilyn! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:13pm on 03/15/20
I should note that my cold chicken broth was so dense it was in cubes. I had - MarilynFL - 4:31pm on 03/15/20

So cool! Our favorite Lo Mein has an elusive ingredient, too! - colleenmomof2 - 1:56pm on 03/15/20
Elusive Chinese Ingredient... - Richard in Cincy - 5:26pm on 03/15/20

Yes, this is IT! Missing in mine. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:56pm on 03/18/20

Some Asian food bloggers say that Shaoxing wine provides that missing taste. I wouldn't know as I . [LINK] [IMAGE] - Curious1 - 6:51pm on 03/15/20

And you have a very fine and suitable sub. I do not agree w. these "experts" - Richard in Cincy - 8:13pm on 03/15/20

Wok Breath: my missing taste in Chinese food, stir-fries at least. . . - mistral - 10:38pm on 03/15/20

31391. Covid ..... Another bit of info with some new items: - Marg CDN2 - 6:48am on 03/15/20 (4)

Snopes Fact Check has found this article as FALSE [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:34pm on 03/15/20

Yep, just talked to DDIL whose parents are doctors at University of Colorado--this is - Charley - 3:08pm on 03/15/20
Good to know. I was curious about the spelling of StanDford. Thanks Colleen [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:26pm on 03/15/20

Damn. Oh well. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:39pm on 03/15/20

31392. REC: Candied Oranges [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 1:21pm on 03/15/20 (6)

Candied WHOLE Oranges [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 1:38pm on 03/15/20
Would this work with Satsuma Mandarins? - judy-mass - 9:06pm on 03/15/20

I would think it would work, especially for tighter skinned mandarines/tangerines. I would try. . . - mistral - 9:32pm on 03/15/20

The skin has to be thick enough to do the channels. [NT] - Charley - 9:58pm on 03/15/20

Yes. The channels on a Satsuma most likely would NOT work, as Satsumas are baggy skinned. . . - mistral - 10:14pm on 03/15/20

On the citrus bandwagon, I just saved this recipe to try: Chocolate-dipped Citrus Chips with Goji [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:31am on 03/16/20

31393. How is everybody? Hoping you are well [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 2:14pm on 03/15/20 (42)

Fine here - judy-mass - 3:29pm on 03/15/20

Fine here too. No incidents on my side of the Smokys. Store and gym were relatively empty, but - MarilynFL - 4:37pm on 03/15/20

I've pretty much self-quarantined - Richard in Cincy - 5:17pm on 03/15/20
Our family is practising “social isolation” as a precautionary measure. - RuthAB - 9:00pm on 03/15/20

I found this article on "social isolation" and effect it can have on pandemics... [LINK] - RuthAB - 9:08pm on 03/15/20

This is an EXCELLENT article. Been sending it to family and friends, please read it!! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 9:29pm on 03/15/20
Very good article. Thanks, Ruth. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:11am on 03/16/20

My split personalities and I are keeping a healthy distance away from each other. - MarilynFL - 12:18am on 03/16/20

I won't even open our statement. [NT] - Charley - 12:28am on 03/16/20
Ahh, Marilyn--balance in all things! :-) Nt [NT] - mistral - 1:07am on 03/16/20
Thanks for, once again, making me laugh! I, too, am hunkering down but a friend just called - CynUpstateNY - 3:01pm on 03/16/20

So far ok. Sf Bay Area will go shelter in place at midnight. [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:24pm on 03/16/20

I went shopping again today - pmassell_93 - 8:48pm on 03/16/20

Yeah I’ve looked for ap flour for two weeks, but I have some bread flour - MariaDNoCA - 11:34pm on 03/16/20

Whole food was well stocked today with flour and sugar - deb-in-MI - 2:21pm on 03/18/20

Agree, Paul. Baking! Trying to do "involved" recipes. - colleenmomof2 - 12:55pm on 03/17/20

FRC: Why Work When You Can Procrastibake? [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:33pm on 03/18/20

REC: Juicy Orange Cake [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:38pm on 03/18/20
REC: Kitchen Sink Cookies [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:44pm on 03/18/20

informative article from Sallybr's husband [NT] [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 7:58pm on 03/16/20

helpful one. thanks [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:37pm on 03/16/20
Really good, thanks! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:35pm on 03/16/20
shared. Thanks, P [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:57am on 03/17/20
Thanks, Paul - more info from Phil in comments [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 12:47pm on 03/17/20

I will mention that Gary who posted a slight tweak is an emergency room physician and - Charley - 1:48pm on 03/17/20

Self Isolating here - Earnie - 2:22pm on 03/17/20
good tips for families [NT] [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 3:16pm on 03/17/20
Was concerned until I finally found some TP. No joke, it was keeping me up at night. Hard having a - barb_b - 4:55pm on 03/17/20

You know, barb, I was really worried about that too, until I remembered that I grew up in a home - MarilynFL - 4:11pm on 03/18/20

I am thinking of making Mushroom wellington. New to me, and I don't have spinach. [NT] - barb_b - 4:58pm on 03/17/20

I've done beef Wellington using mushroom pate in place of - judy-mass - 7:57pm on 03/17/20

It was in the recipe I found. I think I will follow your guidance and do w/o. Tx! [NT] - barb_b - 11:36pm on 03/17/20

I have done both as well. I prefer the foie gras as I find the mushrooms eke out too much water, - Marg CDN2 - 5:40am on 03/18/20

I've never turned back after reading a note where the chef sauteed the - MarilynFL - 10:16am on 03/18/20

I do as well. I saute the bjimineys out of them actually, in butter & always add Fr thyme. I suspect - Marg CDN2 - 5:34pm on 03/18/20

See link for Sunny Paris description. Fabulous on eggs and just about anything. I curse [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:54pm on 03/18/20

I so agree with you, this is amazing in scrambled eggs. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:26pm on 03/19/20
Thank you. This is something I used to buy in Paris. Still have some. So will try suggestions. - Marg CDN2 - 1:28am on 03/20/20

Good God, morning paper says in every county in my area stores are selling out of shotguns - CynUpstateNY - 5:45pm on 03/18/20

Amateurs. I live in a region known for survivalists. The code is: food, water or ammo. Otherwise, - MarilynFL - 9:51pm on 03/18/20
I was standing in line at a Rite Aid drug store yesterday, and a tall, well built young man was stan - KarenNoCA - 2:37pm on 03/19/20

You had me at "tall, well built young man"...LOL [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:52pm on 03/20/20

31394. Working on making Rugbrod for the first time - Nordic Rye Bread - colleenmomof2 - 2:54pm on 03/15/20 (3)

REC: Danish Rye Bread (Rugbrod) - think I'll work from this recipe [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 3:55pm on 03/15/20

This looks like an amazing recipe! - Richard in Cincy - 5:10pm on 03/15/20

Just saw Bob's Red Mill Organic Stone Ground Dark Rye Flour 20 oz $3.68 - MarilynFL - 7:59pm on 03/16/20

31395. Self-quarantine'd with Laurie Colwin's Boston Brown Bread [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 9:01pm on 03/16/20 (5)

That looks delicious. Would have loved a buttered slice of that with my afternoon tea! - Richard in Cincy - 9:23pm on 03/17/20
I used to love brown bread and cream cheese sandwiches. - judy-mass - 9:30pm on 03/17/20

I read some reviews about this type of bread and one person said they didn't like the crunchiness of - MarilynFL - 10:14pm on 03/17/20

Can't imagine the fights over your contributions to the shelter. This was one of my faves - Marg CDN2 - 10:51pm on 03/17/20
That is one beautiful loaf of bread, and I'm sure it was delicious.... [NT] - wigs - 3:29pm on 03/18/20

31396. Milk Street online cooking classes are free through April 30th [NT] [LINK] - Lana in FL - 8:50pm on 03/17/20 (4)

Thank you for the heads up. I am finding this useful already. [NT] - pmassell_93 - 5:33am on 03/18/20
I sent it to my quarantined college granddaughters who love to cook. Thanks. - Charley - 11:53am on 03/18/20
Thank you! Just send link to adult nieces and nephews! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:18pm on 03/18/20
oh thanks! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:41pm on 03/18/20

31397. The things you'll cook while in self-imposed quarantine... - Richard in Cincy - 9:15pm on 03/17/20 (16)

R, ea & every food item U've made/plan to make sounds scrumptuous! [NT] - wigs - 3:22pm on 03/18/20

How do you have all those ingredients on hand? - Pam - 7:44pm on 03/18/20

We just have a very well stocked pantry, fridges, and freezers. - Richard in Cincy - 1:34pm on 03/19/20

You got lucky in you pick up order. Mine was missing over half as they ran out. - MariaDNoCA - 10:49pm on 03/19/20

Once, again, I wish I was your neighbor, Richard!! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:40pm on 03/18/20
Richard, where did you get your 25# of rye flour? - mistral - 6:01pm on 03/18/20

Breadtopia was the best combination of price & shipping I could find - Richard in Cincy - 1:36pm on 03/19/20

Like many other flour suppliers, they are out of stock. [LINK] - judy-mass - 1:41pm on 03/19/20

Well I got that in the nick of tiem. Weissenberger still has it [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 1:47pm on 03/19/20

Our local supermarket had some Bob's Red Mill - judy-mass - 2:00pm on 03/19/20

Yes, Bob's is a big rip-off. All of that tarted up folksy red mill stuff is. - Richard in Cincy - 2:40pm on 03/19/20
I recently used some Bob's dark rye flour to make bread; been in jar in freezer a LONG time. . . - mistral - 5:10pm on 03/20/20

Ummm, would your LONG time possibly be more than five years? I have bread flour, semolina, and - Curious1 - 5:31pm on 03/20/20

Mine had been in the Refrigertor freezer in a glass jar for well over two years. . . - mistral - 7:31pm on 03/21/20

Have you used Breadtopia flours before? How are they? - Music City Missy - 8:26pm on 03/24/20
Well phooey, they aren't shipping any flours when I went to select it. [NT] - Music City Missy - 8:27pm on 03/24/20

31398. Making stuffed red cabbage rolls. Can I use tired cabbage leaves? - colleenmomof2 - 8:51pm on 03/18/20 (8)

I have a recipe that I found ages ago, in a Hunt's Tomato pamphlet [LINK] - judy-mass - 9:06pm on 03/18/20
Yes...no problem. If there are extra leaves, line the bottom of the pan with them. If you've got - MarilynFL - 9:42pm on 03/18/20

Yep, my MIL put more, much more rice than meat in and I loved them. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:17pm on 03/18/20

As long as you can roll them up without them breaking, they should be fine. I always line - KarenNoCA - 2:22pm on 03/19/20
Thank-you all for your help! Invaluable as usual! - colleenmomof2 - 12:45pm on 03/20/20

REC: Instant Pot Stuffed Cabbage Rolls [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 1:27pm on 03/20/20
Thank you for the recipe. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:08pm on 03/20/20

Forgot to say that we served the rolls with not-luscious mashed potatoes - colleenmomof2 - 8:14pm on 03/21/20

31399. Follow Tyler Florence on Instagram. Need 1000 likes to start LIVE cooking classes - Ann - 1:07pm on 03/19/20 (2)

I looked on my IG page and... - judy-mass - 1:37pm on 03/19/20

Tyler Florence link [LINK] - Ann - 3:01pm on 03/19/20

31400. There is an All-Clad factory seconds sale on, a lot of it just packaging damage, not second quality [LINK] - Lana in FL - 2:37pm on 03/19/20 (4)

Lana, I very nearly missed yr comment way at the bottom inside, & laughed out loud when I read it! [NT] - wigs - 2:57pm on 03/19/20
I've bought all my all-clad from the factory sale - seconds and damaged package - Tess - 2:28pm on 03/20/20

Ever checked out Amazon Warehouse Deals? And looked at the reasons items are a deal? . . . - mistral - 5:05pm on 03/20/20

No - I didn't know about that. You're enabling my kitchen ware addiction - Tess - 11:58pm on 03/21/20

31401. Quarantini. Gotta make sure we don't run out of gin. [NT] [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 7:26pm on 03/19/20 (9)

Ha! Love it! The local distilleries here have decided to use their expertise to make ... [LINK] - RuthAB - 10:23pm on 03/19/20

Ya, I saw that on the news. Many of these stories are so heartening. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:44pm on 03/19/20
Also today, I traded a batch of my almond butter toffee for a 20 pack of toilet paper! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:21pm on 03/19/20

Outstanding! Congratulations! ;) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 2:44pm on 03/20/20
Score! [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:21pm on 03/20/20
Goodness! Now we know what toilet paper is REALLY worth! Congrats!(nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:39pm on 03/20/20

Thank you! This will be my pre-dinner cocktail tomorrow. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:20pm on 03/19/20
Joan Crawford's Advice for Entertaining [LINK] [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 12:52am on 03/20/20

Mommie dearest! [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:50pm on 03/21/20

31402. ISO creamy Mac 'n' Cheese for freezer but limited to cheeses in house - Anna_X - 6:38am on 03/20/20 (16)

Just make it with the mixture and not all of the cheddar. Should be delicious. - Charley - 12:50pm on 03/20/20

I agreee with the Velveeta, great addition to mac and cheese. Second the roux too. . . - mistral - 5:00pm on 03/20/20
Good info. Thanks. I never buy Velveeta, haven't ever but I am always disappointed that my M&C is - Marg CDN2 - 5:55pm on 03/20/20

Try that Velveeta in your sauce. Put it in the roux before adding the other cheeses. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:14pm on 03/20/20

Thank you, Charley and Mistral, for reassuring me about Velveeta! [NT] - Anna_X - 8:37pm on 03/20/20
I used to think pure cheddar was the route to perfect Mexican cheese dip. I was wrong. Use both - MarilynFL - 12:30am on 03/21/20
Very good and creamy out of oven - Anna_X - 6:50am on 03/21/20

Also, i fyou only have mild cheeses an ounce or two of good Parmesan or Romano will. . . - mistral - 6:07pm on 03/21/20

after all this temptation, I hope Velveeta is still sold here. It'll be awhile til I'm out again [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:49pm on 03/21/20

In lieu of Velveeta, try the "American Process" wrapped cheese slices. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:25pm on 03/21/20

are they those sheets of plastic-kind-of cheese? Called cheese product. We have different nomencla - Marg CDN2 - 8:52pm on 03/21/20

Marg, I have Kraft American Cheese individually wrapped slices. Ckd ingredients - colleenmomof2 - 3:56pm on 03/22/20

Good idea. I'll check them out next time I venture near a store. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:04am on 03/23/20

According to Wikipedia, yes. Check ingredients for sodium citrate. Link to wiki article inside. - mistral - 8:04pm on 03/23/20

I've learned a lot. With some surprises. Thank you. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:56pm on 03/24/20

So, since I'm not going out & don't have any sodium citrate, I wondered if I could whip some up. I [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 7:01pm on 03/23/20

31404. FRC: Anyone cooked with Green Jackfruit? [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 12:34pm on 03/20/20 (0)

31405. Turning to collective brain trust: packed up car & freezer foods & staying with Mom in Pittsburgh. - MarilynFL - 6:01pm on 03/20/20 (18)

Oh, and when I was unpacking my pantry foods, I realized I made one big mistake. So off to the [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 6:07pm on 03/20/20
Place in the freezer for about 15 to 20 minutes - judy-mass - 6:07pm on 03/20/20

If your mom likes steak as steak cook it how she likes it then cut. . . - mistral - 8:13pm on 03/20/20

I love steak and eggs - pmassell_93 - 6:08pm on 03/20/20
Good for you Marilyn! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:22pm on 03/20/20
shepard's pie [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:24pm on 03/20/20

shepherd, shephard, before this pandemic, I used to know how to spell [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:25pm on 03/20/20

Marcella's wonderful bolognese [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:26pm on 03/20/20

Thank you all! Excellent ideas...keep them coming. I've got 8 steaks! But I may - MarilynFL - 12:22am on 03/21/20

I'll say one thing about data and carriers. Think about Consumer Cellular. I have - Charley - 12:53pm on 03/21/20
Hey, Marilyn, you might want to check for hotspots at these places: - mistral - 6:05pm on 03/21/20

Use your big chef knife and just pound it to make a great chopped steak. Then brown it - Charley - 12:57pm on 03/21/20
Beef stroganoff. Cut steak into 1 or so inch thick slices and turn those pieces on the side - Curious1 - 3:54pm on 03/21/20
beef and barley soup. - emtd - 7:31pm on 03/22/20

Score! I brought a bag of pearl barley with me. Never used it before...guess I'll learn. Thanks. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:03pm on 03/26/20

Pulsing in a Cuisinart or food processor will achieve texture close to grinding - Pat-NoCal - 11:46pm on 03/27/20

Yes, I used to do that with conch, to make stew conch. That will work well. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:50pm on 03/27/20

Right?! Works with chicken, pork and pretty much most proteins that aren't too sinuous - Pat-NoCal - 11:53pm on 03/27/20

31406. Lana, thank you SO MUCH for the Milk Street cooking classes link. I watched the advanced vegetables - MarilynFL - 6:45pm on 03/20/20 (2)

I'm so glad it was useful, Marilyn! I haven't watched that class, it sounds great. - Lana in FL - 3:36pm on 03/21/20

Made the masoor dal yesterday. Very good. Made the roasted cabbage today. - MarilynFL - 12:39am on 03/23/20

31407. Quarantine Cooking [LINK] [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 4:56pm on 03/21/20 (17)

I grew up in Ohio and LONG before there was such a thing as TexMex cooking. We regularly - Charley - 5:46pm on 03/21/20
OOh, thank you for the recipe! I had forgotten how much I like hominy-will try this. AND dents.. . - mistral - 5:52pm on 03/21/20
Thanks. I had bought a bag of posole-like corn at the Mex store. What a great idea. In Santa Fe once - Marg CDN2 - 6:54pm on 03/21/20
Not sure if this is what you have in mind but I made naan yesterday. Don’t remember [LINK] - Curious1 - 9:13pm on 03/21/20

Good for you! How did your Naan taste? Also. . . - mistral - 12:14am on 03/22/20

It was good. My problem was the dough was too loose, didn’t hold shape when rolled. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:38pm on 03/25/20

Hominy is also really good drained, rinsed, sauteed in bacon fat - Melissa Dallas - 12:07am on 03/22/20

Can't almost anything savory be enhanced by bacon fat and black pepper?MMMM! Will try . . . - mistral - 12:12am on 03/22/20

and onion. Isn't that the start to every terrific E. European soup? My husband's mother used to keep - Marg CDN2 - 6:46am on 03/22/20

I remember my MIL saying that growing up her sibs and parents would eat lard sandwiches. Bacon fat - wigs - 4:46pm on 03/24/20

When I was a kid we popped corn in bacon fat. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:46pm on 03/25/20

REC: Mango Coleslaw with Maple Lime Vinaigrette from Ottolenghi [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 1:58pm on 03/22/20

One of my all-time favorite salads. Original adds lemongrass. I make it up in quantity [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:57pm on 03/22/20

Very cool - thanks! I will add lemongrass next time - colleenmomof2 - 1:35pm on 03/24/20

Here's my Zesty Hominy (2 versions) [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 10:48pm on 03/25/20

pimped out Paul version [NT] [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 10:51pm on 03/25/20
Oh man! [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:01pm on 03/28/20

31408. Kitchen Bouquet Browning and Seasoning Sauce - KarenNoCA - 7:08pm on 03/21/20 (4)

Have you tried adding some boiling water to the bottle? The water may have just evaporated. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:23pm on 03/21/20
Sounds like a goner but I would try re-hydrating with water. . . - mistral - 7:24pm on 03/21/20
Seems like it worked. I do not have much use for the product, probably very old - KarenNoCA - 9:56pm on 03/21/20

Must be fairly ancient - CathyZKauai - 9:21pm on 03/22/20

31409. FYI: Food Safety and Coronavirus: A Comprehensive Guide | Serious Eat [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 7:38pm on 03/21/20 (4)

The bottom line--food transmission is NOT probable.It is respiratory droplets inhaled or - Charley - 8:27pm on 03/21/20
Interesting article, thank you for sharing. [NT] - Curious1 - 9:00pm on 03/21/20
Have been finding NYTimes Coronavirus Briefings valuable [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:31pm on 03/24/20

The one thing I wish the briefings would do is say how many of the positive tests - Charley - 7:37pm on 03/25/20

31410. FRC: I burned (not completely) 4 slices of bacon in my cast iron - suggestions? - colleenmomof2 - 2:16pm on 03/22/20 (14)

I think you run the chance of ruining the dish. Can use the less burnt parts OK [NT] - Charley - 4:28pm on 03/22/20
beans [NT] - pmassell_93 - 5:35pm on 03/22/20
Caesar salad. The vinegar would probably compensate for the char [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:05pm on 03/22/20
Thanks for your help! I'm going to incorporate what I can use into beans - colleenmomof2 - 10:03am on 03/23/20

I'm feeling a lot of pressure for your beans to be a success [NT] - pmassell_93 - 1:55pm on 03/23/20

Not to worry. I thought that would be a pretty good idea!! ;o) [NT] - Charley - 3:37pm on 03/23/20

Not much left after I removed more burnt parts ;) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 1:01pm on 03/24/20

;) Soaked pintos overnight with that in mind - appreciate your encouragement - colleenmomof2 - 1:05pm on 03/24/20

Instant Pot Borracho Beans - Yum [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 6:25pm on 03/25/20

;) I forgot to use the charred bacon along with the 2 slices of regular bacon [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 6:26pm on 03/25/20
sorry 45 min didn't work for you - pmassell_93 - 6:51pm on 03/25/20

Really? Less tender with presoaking? - colleenmomof2 - 7:19pm on 03/25/20

beans can be tricky - pmassell_93 - 7:51pm on 03/25/20

I think there can be huge differences and with a PC cooking it may be better to err on - Charley - 10:55am on 03/26/20

31411. Marilyn - have you ever tangzhong'd your paska recipe? [LINK] - Tess - 9:52pm on 03/22/20 (5)

Hi Tess...paska is sweet bread...a little sweeter than challah to my taste. I looked at - MarilynFL - 12:52am on 03/23/20

Here is my Schnecken recipe (scaled down Paska recipe) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:53am on 03/23/20

Here is the tangzhong version of the Schnecken recipe: - MarilynFL - 12:58am on 03/23/20

Since I'm lazy and use a machine to make the dough, I'm linking an epicurious recipe [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:00am on 03/23/20

Jeeze, I read "tangzhong'd your PASTA recipe" . . . - mistral - 7:57pm on 03/23/20

31412. NFR Instagram video: This is hilarious. I'm hoping the virus is repelled by bursts of laugher. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:03pm on 03/23/20 (3)

funny shared thanks [NT] [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 5:36pm on 03/23/20
I'm sooo glad my kids are all growed up (mostly. . . )!! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:54pm on 03/23/20
Amen to that! I posted the link on my regular FB page. [NT] - judy-mass - 8:50pm on 03/23/20

31413. THANK YOU for suggestions re: *Mom, steak and her few teeth* situation. I sauteed the steak - MarilynFL - 10:36pm on 03/23/20 (2)

So glad to hear you two are doing well! I bet your mom was in pig heaven ;) - colleenmomof2 - 12:56pm on 03/24/20

- admitting to not offering any suggestions to Marilyn - colleenmomof2 - 12:58pm on 03/24/20

31414. Pretty good looking set of knives for $99 at Food52 [LINK] - Charley - 12:39pm on 03/25/20 (1)

Another "buy" - 5 qt Tall Staub Dutch Oven at Sur la Table $140 vs $464 [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 6:35pm on 03/25/20

31415. I've used walmart delivery twice now [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 6:04pm on 03/25/20 (0)

31416. NRF video for Dr. Who fan's....or any fans of humanity. Loved this. So positive. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:24pm on 03/25/20 (1)

Keep calm and follow the Golden Rule!. Thank you! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 10:18pm on 03/25/20

31417. This made me smile ;) Hoping you can see this link from NYTimes [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 7:45pm on 03/25/20 (13)

Nope. Won't reveal all recipes :( Let me know an I can post - colleenmomof2 - 7:48pm on 03/25/20

REC: Baked Steel-Cut Oats With Nut Butter [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 7:50pm on 03/25/20

These recipes have been made available [NT] [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 8:05pm on 03/25/20

REC: Cold Cure Soup - made this morning - colleenmomof2 - 8:12pm on 03/25/20

colleen, I tried link & it refused recipe. Then it said to register (not buy) a new account - MarilynFL - 1:34pm on 03/26/20

Here's the lead in to the article. - Charley - 2:58pm on 03/26/20

Thanks for copying this, Charley. I didn't expect that others would not - colleenmomof2 - 8:03pm on 03/26/20

Take-away: free access to recipes for 4 weeks if you register (not pay). [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:56pm on 03/26/20

well, login worked for recipes yesterday. But not today. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:03pm on 03/26/20

Hi there, Marilyn! This happened to me, too. Are you using a different device - colleenmomof2 - 8:06pm on 03/26/20

I thought I was. Just tried again and blocked again. Oh well, I don't need 4,068,302 more recipes. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:23pm on 03/27/20

Plz let me know what you think about the oats [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 8:01pm on 03/26/20

It's good, but the peanut butter I used wasn't the best, so the overall taste was a bit bitter. I - MarilynFL - 8:05pm on 03/26/20

31418. oh bugger....what can I bake a one-banana loaf of bread in when I have no pans? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:27pm on 03/26/20 (20)

here are some ideas - pmassell_93 - 7:39pm on 03/26/20

More ideas: If'n the batter is thick you can try cooking in/on a griddle or fryin pan . . . - mistral - 8:05pm on 03/26/20

I'd really like to try this idea sometime. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:51pm on 03/27/20

Or if you just don't want to deal with it, smash the banana and freeze in a Zip Lock bag [NT] - CathyZKauai - 9:00pm on 03/26/20

I emptied out my frig and freezer and brought it all here. I can barely close the freezer now. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:47pm on 03/27/20

No muffin cups or custard cups? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:50pm on 03/26/20
Or even a coffee mug along with what Melissa suggested. [NT] - Charley - 12:22pm on 03/27/20
coincidentally from yesterday [NT] [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 3:29pm on 03/27/20

Thank you all for such good ideas. I ended up using an empty tomato can retrieved from recycling. [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 7:45pm on 03/27/20

And just to show you what Mom DOES have, here's her mixer: 40-Quart Hobart [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 7:47pm on 03/27/20

...and her convection oven is 4 feet wide with five racks [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 7:48pm on 03/27/20

but she has no cake pans, cupcake pans, cast iron skillet, etc. She made strudel. That was it. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:49pm on 03/27/20

That is just scary! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:48pm on 03/27/20
Go big or go home! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:58am on 03/28/20

Marilyn, if you can, could you post the recipe the 1-banana-fits-in-a can recipe? (more). . . - mistral - 8:13pm on 03/27/20

mistral, the recipe is at the link in my first post. It was a 14.5 oz can. The banana was ~5 inch. - MarilynFL - 11:38pm on 03/27/20

Thank you Marilyn!! The link blew by me. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:44pm on 03/29/20

I'm going to call that a Macgyver [NT] - pmassell_93 - 8:15pm on 03/27/20
Way to think outside the box! Way back in the last century I had a bread recipe that was baked in - Curious1 - 11:26pm on 03/27/20

Man, I have 5 perfectly ripe bananas screaming out for this, Thanks! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:46pm on 03/27/20

31419. Joy of cooking for three dollars on Kindle today [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 11:15pm on 03/26/20 (1)

Here we are in CAN again with no good deals. I looked at this for a Christmas present, having given - Marg CDN2 - 4:52am on 03/27/20

31420. ...and this, boys and girls, is how you remove the broken base of a light bulb... [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 8:42pm on 03/27/20 (3)

I would have never thought of using a potato or sweet potato. Thanks for the tip! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:23pm on 03/27/20
Back in the day of a newpaper that printed a "woman's page" and Hints from - Charley - 1:30pm on 03/28/20

I remember. They're still around but are called Hacks now. Gotta have a trendy name. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 6:54pm on 03/28/20

31421. COVID-19 Venn diagram intersection of Boredom and Organization [LINK] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 11:32am on 03/28/20 (11)

All done. [NT] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 11:38am on 03/28/20

I see apple turnovers [NT] - pmassell_93 - 1:04pm on 03/28/20

Better than dead people. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:06pm on 03/28/20

--but not as interesting. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 6:50pm on 03/28/20

Do you have friends or neighbors who have cats? - judy-mass - 1:13pm on 03/28/20

Do not overestimate. Plastic bags became illegal here about a year ago and shortly after, we all - Marg CDN2 - 5:11pm on 03/28/20
I hoard ALL plastic bags for kitty litter disposal. Hard to get out here. Bags not dirty litter. (nt [NT] - mistral - 6:52pm on 03/28/20

Are you at same address? I can mail these out to you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:14pm on 03/31/20

We just put bags in one of the bags and then return them to the supermarket bin that - Charley - 1:31pm on 03/28/20
I just stuff mine in an old tissue box - easy to put in and take out. [NT] - Lana in FL - 5:26pm on 03/28/20

Again with the good ideas! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:08pm on 03/28/20

31422. NFR rant: Have finally subscribed to NYTimes...boy, was that confusing. - MarilynFL - 12:56pm on 03/28/20 (3)

You would have gotten the recipes as they are posted each day. You have signed up now - Charley - 1:25pm on 03/28/20

This is the extra they were referring to--it is included in a subscription but it can - Charley - 4:00pm on 03/28/20

No, you only get some of the recipes unless you pay the extra $1.25 - Lana in FL - 5:25pm on 03/28/20

31423. Anyone have a good recipe for breakfast sausage? Straightened out the freezer and - CynUpstateNY - 3:51pm on 03/28/20 (5)

I used this regularly as it is simple and delicious [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 4:17pm on 03/28/20
Thanks, Paul. I have no marjoram, made a batch of poultry seasoning and used it up. - CynUpstateNY - 8:27pm on 03/28/20

in my opinion you could definitely use that [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 8:50pm on 03/28/20
Agree, use that. And maybe more sage. I think coarse black pepper is good too [NT] - Charley - 11:10am on 03/29/20

Going to use some Penzey's Black and Red..I love it! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:42am on 03/29/20

31424. Joy of Cooking has just been reprinted. Very affordable now for gifts, not $200-300. - Marg CDN2 - 9:16pm on 03/28/20 (4)

I wonder which "issue" it is. The The big "redo" they did in the 90's was a - Charley - 11:07am on 03/29/20

The re-do really, well, I did not appreciate it. Tried to be too trendy I think. Original . . . - mistral - 5:38pm on 03/29/20
Huh. One of my favorite wines. I never connected the two before! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:00am on 03/30/20

So glad you informed me. Mine is 75. So now I'll have to see the real thing to be sure. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:14pm on 03/29/20

31425. For a limited time, ATK is offering a $1 for 3 month membership. - judy-mass - 2:27pm on 03/29/20 (0)

31426. I found this article helpful in explaining why soap works in reducing infection from the ... [LINK] - RuthAB - 3:57pm on 03/29/20 (2)

Thank you for the article. I just recently read a comment in the Los Angeles Times that . . . - mistral - 5:34pm on 03/29/20
Thank you, Ruth. Helps put the panic in perspective. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:56pm on 03/29/20

31427. Anyone know of sites for recipes for 2-4 people? Casseroles, quick breads, cookies, . . . [LINK] - mistral - 5:55pm on 03/29/20 (3)

I like this cookbook from CI/ATK--i bought it used really cheaply [LINK] - MoNJ - 6:08pm on 03/29/20
maybe one of these sites would help - Charley - 1:38pm on 03/30/20
Thank you both--these gave me some good ideas and good information. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:02pm on 03/30/20

31428. This was quite tasty: Food52 Cauliflower Korma with Blackened Raisins [LINK] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 10:26pm on 03/30/20 (1)

That looks delicious. Saved. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:07pm on 03/30/20

31429. ISO: Slow Cooker Mushroom Risotto using Dried Mushrooms (more) - Cath in V - 12:43am on 03/31/20 (10)

My kitchen is entertaining me as well. In fact I just asked my previously-unknown neighbours to - Marg CDN2 - 2:47am on 03/31/20

Ahhh..Mid. Vancouver Island is where my hometown is. And my brother is in Sidney.(NT) [NT] - Cath in V - 5:12am on 03/31/20
And apologies to Marcella.LOL (NT) [NT] - Cath in V - 5:16am on 03/31/20

Nice to see you, Cath! In my copy of The New Slow Cooker cookbook [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:49pm on 03/31/20

Have never had a slow-cooker. I wonder if it might work on a very very very slow element. - Marg CDN2 - 6:54pm on 03/31/20

Slow cookers cook differently than just using a stovetop burner element, Marg - CathyZKauai - 7:12pm on 03/31/20

Thanks Cathy. I have always wondered about that. I never wanted to turn on the oven for that long [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:42pm on 03/31/20

Oh dear, now I am looking at using points to get cooker. At my age, more stuff. Must shut down. [NT] [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 8:11pm on 03/31/20
You don't have to turn the oven on as long as you would use a slow cooker. - Charley - 11:26am on 04/01/20

I have nothing to add except I loved that stove ever since it was on bewitched! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:22am on 04/01/20

31430. in case you have not been able to hoard tp............ [NT] [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 2:52am on 03/31/20 (3)

unfortunately I think that is only available in Canada [NT] - pmassell_93 - 4:09am on 03/31/20

yes, I think birch trees stop growing at the border [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:50pm on 03/31/20

hahahahaha [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:56pm on 03/31/20

31431. make your own sourdough starter tips [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 1:39pm on 03/31/20 (3)

I will add this potato sourdough starter. If you google you can find one that uses - Charley - 1:51pm on 03/31/20

nice thank you - pmassell_93 - 3:16pm on 03/31/20

For any starter glitches sally has some great tips here I’ve used with success [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:29am on 04/01/20

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