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30563. Finerkitchens Next Phase [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 8:50pm on 10/22/18 (1)

Awesome Sir! Thank you for your continued support, Paul. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:52pm on 10/30/18

30499. An international cultural alliance--at Walmart - MarilynFL - 9:08pm on 09/16/18 (11)

Terrific story Marilyn.....I am sure they will never forget your kindness and patience.... [NT] - GayR - 11:36pm on 09/16/18
Thank you for sharing your story of kindness. This retired ESL teacher loved it. [NT] - Anna_X - 3:32pm on 09/17/18
What a kind adventure! It reminds me of the following for some reason. . . (more) - mistral - 10:33pm on 09/17/18

Love this! And gotta love technology at our finger tips to smooth the way. - LisainLA - 2:44pm on 09/18/18

Great story! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:51pm on 09/17/18
boy-oh-boy do I love this story, thanks for sharing!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:29am on 09/18/18
You are an amazing lady, Marilyn, loved this story. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 2:05am on 09/18/18
Great work Marilyn. I too teach ESL and you prove how easy it is! [NT] - Janet in NC - 2:08am on 09/18/18
my smile before bedtime [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:24am on 09/18/18
Lovely, lovely, lovely [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:26am on 09/18/18

What Deb said! [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:30pm on 09/29/18

30500. Catching up... - Richard in Cincy - 3:18pm on 09/17/18 (6)

Cherry Bakewell Tarts Recipe request [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 3:18pm on 09/17/18

Picture of finished Bakewells [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 3:20pm on 09/17/18

Bavarian-Czech Sourdough Rye Starter and Recipe [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 3:42pm on 09/17/18

Gotta make it. Finding Rye berries might be a challenge but I'll find them [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:41pm on 09/18/18

Cathy, I don't know if nuts.com ships to the flat edge of the world where pirates live... [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:17pm on 09/19/18

Thanks Marilyn but I can get on Amazon Prime with no shipping cost. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:37pm on 09/20/18

30501. Wow- It's still here!!... - Cath in V - 5:43pm on 09/17/18 (13)

Nice to see you again! Welcome back. [NT] - judy-mass - 8:36pm on 09/17/18
Hi Cath! Keep an eye out. Paul, our brilliant and generous webhost is changing our path soon. - MarilynFL - 9:31pm on 09/17/18

Thanks - I did see something about this, so will keep my eyes peeled (NT) [NT] - Cath in V - 10:20pm on 09/20/18

Hey, welcome back! Hope you can pop in and keep us updated. Jams and Jellies indeed! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:31am on 09/18/18

I will! I'm procuring 20 lbs of jalapenos this weekend to make Cowboy Candy, afte rthe epic sellout [LINK] - Cath in V - 10:18pm on 09/20/18

Oh how we love these. I cut the sugar to 4 cups and use red and green peppers for the holidays. [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:36pm on 09/29/18

Welcome back!! Kudo's to you for your crafting gig:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:25am on 09/18/18
Good to see you again! [NT] - Anna_X - 8:02pm on 09/19/18
Welcome back Cath! Thanks to Paul, we are still here. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:19pm on 09/20/18

Thank you Paul!!!!!!!!!!!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:39am on 09/21/18
Thank you Paul, as always!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 3:13pm on 09/21/18

So happy to see you Cath! Welcome home! [NT] - barb_b - 12:13am on 09/25/18
Nice! [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:32pm on 09/29/18

30502. Kindle sale on cookbooks today. Including a low-FODMAP one which I had never hear of until here [NT] - Tess - 6:22pm on 09/17/18 (0)

30503. Spaetzle? Better recipe than Sur Le Table, please! - Anna_X - 3:57pm on 09/18/18 (8)

REC: Spatzle - judy-mass - 8:14pm on 09/18/18
This Spatzle from my good German friend's Grandmother - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:55pm on 09/19/18
See? You both recommend more than a dab of nutmeg. Mustard, onion, chives!!! - Anna_X - 8:00pm on 09/19/18
Basic spatzle is basically a noodle. Brown butter on noodles never floated my boat. . . - mistral - 4:42pm on 09/20/18
I drop my Spätzle into simmering broth, just like Grandma taught me... - Richard in Cincy - 6:23pm on 09/21/18

All that would make a rock delicious! [NT] - Anna_X - 9:44pm on 09/21/18

Knödelland knows how to make starches tasty! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 10:17pm on 09/21/18
True that. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:35pm on 09/22/18

30504. Did Gale from Missouri b.elong to this group? She called me and said she had a stroke. - Marsha tbay - 12:49am on 09/19/18 (2)

See my posts above. She had a stroke earlier in the summer. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:20am on 09/19/18
{waving hi, Marsha!} [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:01pm on 09/19/18

30505. Cargill Meat Recall [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:47pm on 09/20/18 (3)

This article shows the items. I've never heard of Cargill. Is it a grocery chain? [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:54pm on 09/20/18

Cargill is a HUGE wholesale food processor, agricultural company and pharmaceutical company. - Michael in Phoenix - 10:15pm on 09/20/18

And that 130,000 lbs is multiplied when it is mixed with other meat and sold in smaller packages. [LINK] - Curious1 - 8:04pm on 09/21/18

30506. Spoke to Gayle Cameron on the phone and she wants to thank all of you who sent greetings. - Michael in Phoenix - 10:18pm on 09/20/18 (2)

Aw....thanks so much for letting us know!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:39am on 09/21/18
Thanks again Michael..... [NT] - GayR - 5:21pm on 09/21/18

30507. Down home end of summer dinner tonight... - Richard in Cincy - 10:24pm on 09/21/18 (29)

Can you post those two fruit cake recipes, please? (nt) [NT] - mistral - 10:28pm on 09/21/18

Scotch Cherry Whisky Cake [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 1:03am on 09/22/18
Anyone still able to mine recipes at old Gail's? The Italian Black Fruitcake is posted there if - Richard in Cincy - 1:07am on 09/22/18

Paul, I think we need an emergency search button named GayR...like the bat - MarilynFL - 12:20pm on 09/22/18
I believe GeorgiaRose found it last December. Yoohoo, GeorgiaRose?? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:30pm on 09/22/18

I'm not GeorgiaRose but try this URL - JudyW - 3:07pm on 09/22/18

Judy, the URL does not work.....too many numbers I believe and there has to be a - GayR - 3:51pm on 09/22/18
I have this link, that gets you all of the pages, but you need [LINK] - judy-mass - 4:41pm on 09/22/18

Yes, I have the link also.....but without a specific number it is impossible to find the recipe. I - GayR - 4:54pm on 09/22/18

On Recipelink.com I found a recipe for Italian Black Fruitcake, but Richard will have to confirm if [LINK] - GayR - 4:56pm on 09/22/18

Gay, that recipe came from the Gail's Recipe Swap - judy-mass - 7:01pm on 09/22/18

Yes, Richard explained that someone lifted it..... [NT] - GayR - 8:45pm on 09/22/18

Yes, that is the recipe I posted, word for word with my notes. Someone lifted it. - Richard in Cincy - 8:02pm on 09/22/18

Yup, sadly no more searchability there. (picture my big booboo face here) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:43pm on 09/22/18

Thank you all for your help! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:39pm on 09/22/18

Do you measure or wing it for the kale? Not a kale fan but sounds like something I - CynUpstateNY - 1:35am on 09/22/18

Cyn, I wing nearly everything! Southern Greens 101... - Richard in Cincy - 8:08pm on 09/22/18

Thanks, Richard! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:27pm on 09/23/18

Link to the garlic spareribs recipe. About the best, if not the best [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 8:03pm on 09/22/18

I was able to grab the ingredient list for the spare ribs, but cannot latch onto the directions. Can - wigs - 5:01pm on 09/25/18

Here you go, wigs - Pat-NoCal - 5:33pm on 09/25/18

Thank you so very much to Pat-NoCal! And I was wondering the same thing about which type meat to buy [NT] - wigs - 5:30pm on 09/26/18

Richard do use spareribs, as in pork? Or the beef short ribs called for in the recipe? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:36pm on 09/25/18

And a shout out to those British Roasted Christmas Lunch Potatoes... - Richard in Cincy - 8:22pm on 09/22/18

Oh my goodness. Gotta try this. I have duck fat in the fridge [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:40am on 09/23/18

Good grief, the woman is on an island attacked by lava flows, hurricanes and potential tsunamis if - MarilynFL - 1:11pm on 09/23/18

When you bring it home, remove the bondage, rinse it, and wrap it in damp paper towls. - Richard in Cincy - 1:41pm on 09/23/18
I roasted my first duck a while back using Richard's instructions and kept the duck fat. - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:41pm on 09/23/18

I'm totally in love with those British spuds. I had been planning to make them forever; finally did [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 11:25pm on 09/23/18

30508. How do I keep homemade croutons crisp and crunchy? I just made two - MarilynFL - 12:25pm on 09/22/18 (4)

In a tightly closed plastic bag inside a tupperware conainer in the cupboard. - Charley - 1:24pm on 09/22/18

This is what I do, too! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:44pm on 09/22/18

Fridge - colleenmomof2 - 3:10pm on 09/22/18
Thank you ALL! [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:35pm on 09/22/18

30509. Totally Non-Food post: *Listen to the World* Sound Scapes at the New York Times [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:17pm on 09/22/18 (4)

Wonderful! I love the New York Times... - Richard in Cincy - 12:05am on 09/24/18

Richard, have you ever streamed WCRB from Boston? It is the classical - Janet in NC - 9:05pm on 09/24/18

No, I don't listen to much radio these days... - Richard in Cincy - 2:48am on 09/27/18

This was very cool. Thank you Marilyn! (Nt) [NT] - mistral - 12:13am on 09/26/18

30510. Is there a better sugar cookie than Penny's? It's been my go-to since forever, but - MarilynFL - 8:12pm on 09/23/18 (13)

Rec: The Balsams Sugar Cookie [LINK] - Ann - 9:21pm on 09/23/18
We are very partial to this humble Sugar Cookie from the prairies... - Richard in Cincy - 11:21pm on 09/23/18
Let's Sugar Cookie (Beard Family Cook Recipe) [LINK] - GayR - 11:41pm on 09/23/18
Thank you all. I'm thinking of making little batches of each and sending a test set out to her. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:49pm on 09/24/18
This is what I do - deb-in-MI - 10:59pm on 09/24/18

Excellent suggestions - colleenmomof2 - 10:21am on 09/25/18

Corn starch! - colleenmomof2 - 10:14am on 09/25/18

Added recipe to above (and shout-out DM sent to Marilyn) - colleenmomof2 - 3:30pm on 10/05/18

Thanks to Gayle Cameron I add a little Fiori Di Sicilia to plain cookie and cake recipes! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:56am on 09/25/18

Fiore Di Scilial is so strong--do you use an eyedropper? I do! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 4:31am on 09/27/18

Oh, you guys are going to make Sandy SOOO happy. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:47pm on 09/25/18

I sub 1/4 c brown sugar sometimes. Bumps the flavor a bit [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:49pm on 09/29/18

Bummer. Four batches of test cookies are already done. Mailing them tomorrow. - MarilynFL - 10:23pm on 09/30/18

30511. Corn Relish - Richard in Cincy - 12:56am on 09/24/18 (5)

A couple of questions... - judy-mass - 11:09am on 09/24/18

I lOVE corn relish. I'm sure it is greeen bell peppers. Red are good in it also. I wouldn't think - Charley - 9:56pm on 09/24/18
Right, they are bell peppers. That is what the old timers called them.. - Richard in Cincy - 1:25am on 09/25/18

So intrigued by these family recipes and the history behind them. What did your family call [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 2:37pm on 09/26/18
Love this! [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:52pm on 09/29/18

30512. Great great great great Grandmother Maria's Green Tomato Relish - Richard in Cincy - 1:25am on 09/24/18 (6)

As long as we are into antique relish recipes I will offer Bell and Effie's Potsfield Pickle - Janet in NC - 9:19pm on 09/24/18

Thank you, that looks good! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 4:29am on 09/27/18

I still have one of those grinders... - judy-mass - 1:31pm on 09/25/18

Me too! I've got Grandma's old cast iron grinder down in the dungeon somewhere. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:06pm on 09/25/18
I know the old timers lived to a ripe old age using these things but I suspected mine, and others, - Janet in NC - 12:43am on 09/26/18

Aw, I remember my parents grinding vegetables, seemingly forever, to can for the winter. Later when - Marg CDN2 - 7:34pm on 09/28/18

30513. My great grandmother's Chile Sauce - Richard in Cincy - 1:37am on 09/24/18 (7)

I am interested in your G'ma's recipes! Post away, please--I love things like this! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:20pm on 09/24/18
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This sounds delicious, Richard. How do you like to use it? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:21pm on 09/24/18

It was usually on the table for dinner... - Richard in Cincy - 1:27am on 09/25/18

Families would have a "condiment set" on the table in many cases with vinegar, - Charley - 2:16pm on 09/25/18
Thank you, Richard. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:14pm on 09/25/18

My mother made this too! Fabulous poured on ribs and baked. [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:57pm on 09/29/18

30514. White Chocolate & Macadamia Nut Cookies. Best Of Bridge Series. - emtd - 2:28pm on 09/25/18 (4)

You have just given me the first new cookie recipe to make for my Christmas baskets. Thank you! [NT] - wigs - 5:52pm on 09/25/18

That's a real compliment from a baker such as yourself. Hope you - emtd - 8:53pm on 09/25/18

I've made these with the addition of chopped dried sour cherries. Balances the sweetness! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:07pm on 09/26/18

Sounds lovely - may try that the next time. [NT] - emtd - 4:06am on 09/29/18

30515. Your Ultimate Food Experience - Richard in Cincy - 3:33pm on 09/25/18 (17)

I have so many but one always comes back to me. As you all know - orchid - 4:35pm on 09/25/18

Here's mine: 1983, Larry and I spent 5 weeks in Europe on a VERY limited budget. Our Bible was [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 10:24pm on 09/25/18

That is such a beautiful area... - Richard in Cincy - 8:40pm on 09/26/18

I'd have to work backwards.... - MarilynFL - 1:14am on 09/27/18

Close. I was in Austria during those dates. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:38am on 09/27/18

Wow [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:10pm on 09/29/18
PS: I should add that the reason we were panicking about the cost of the meal - MarilynFL - 10:36pm on 09/29/18

Thank goodness the summer of 1983 was the summer of the ever rising dollar... - Richard in Cincy - 10:58pm on 09/30/18

A couple of things I remember: - mistral - 12:15am on 09/26/18
Off the top of my head... - Melissa Dallas - 9:49pm on 09/26/18

Wow, you reminded me of when I was a kid. . . - mistral - 4:23am on 09/27/18

Mine is not about a fancy or ethnic meal but a family happening with a red bell pepper soup I made - KarenNoCA - 2:38pm on 09/27/18
1976. Finally decided to stop spending our vacations revisiting the parents and take a trip. - Marg CDN2 - 8:10pm on 09/28/18
Restaurant meal was at The Red Lion Inn outside Boulder CO. They serve whipped cream in a gravy boat - AngAk1 - 9:05pm on 09/29/18
So many to choose from but here are a few [LINK] - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:30pm on 09/30/18

They cut the crusts off! No way! Wow. Best pizza ever, Post Corner in Clearwater Beach FL - AngAk1 - 3:01am on 10/01/18

Blue crabs - colleenmomof2 - 3:50pm on 10/05/18

30516. Well, that was interesting re: sugar cookie request, I decided to ship a blind test - MarilynFL - 12:20pm on 09/27/18 (1)

Not sure that it's improved..... - deb-in-MI - 10:33am on 09/28/18

30517. Best ? Pb Cookie recipe .. maybe with choc chip & cranberrys? - KiwiChris_Melb_Oz - 4:32am on 09/28/18 (9)

Well, hello there KiwiChris...very nice to see you again! This option is [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:48pm on 09/28/18

PS: I miss Barbara in VA. Hope she is doing well. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:52pm on 09/28/18

CI's peanut butter cookie is my go to recipe. Always well received. You could stuff it,... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:51pm on 09/28/18

These are wonderful [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:20pm on 09/29/18

Even better if you can score blistered peanuts. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:21pm on 09/29/18

Amen, Blister Sister. TJ's has good ones. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:59pm on 10/02/18

Really? I did NOT need to know that. Bertie County Peanuts just found me in NC. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:15pm on 10/02/18

Michael, what is Gayle's ph# please. My husband accidentally deleted it on my phone [NT] - Marsha tbay - 1:32am on 10/05/18

Rec: Salted Peanut Butter Cookies by Autumn Martin [LINK] - Ann - 4:22pm on 09/28/18

30518. Gazpacho: Do you prefer croutons added to the bowl or bread ground into the initial mix? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:51pm on 09/28/18 (2)

Neither really but croutons if it has to be. ;o) [NT] - Charley - 8:39pm on 09/28/18
Neither either, but - Earnie - 3:47pm on 10/31/18

30519. In the peanut butter cookie vein: Looking for a sandy textured, melt in mouth PB Cookie . . - mistral - 11:06pm on 09/28/18 (26)

mistral, read the description of these cookies may be what you are looking for [LINK] - GayR - 11:39am on 09/29/18

Here is another comparison [LINK] - GayR - 1:36pm on 09/29/18

Those sound good. Thankfully I don't have to breastfeed in public to get the recipe. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:05pm on 09/29/18

Marilyn, I went absolutely hysterical laughing at your post....you made my day...... [NT] - GayR - 6:59pm on 09/29/18

[smile!] [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:08pm on 09/30/18

These both sound like what I am looking for, and the second sounds especially easy, Thank You! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:06pm on 09/29/18

Mistral, you are very welcome.....let us know your results.... [NT] - GayR - 8:17pm on 09/29/18

I am going to try to make some tonight along with the most recent Oatmeal cookie from ATK. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 9:09pm on 10/01/18

Gay, Gay, Gay, you've done it again, thank you so much for this blog. I spent over an hour - Pat-NoCal - 11:38pm on 09/29/18

Pat, You are very welcome.....could not agree more about looking and wanting to make recipes from - GayR - 12:02am on 09/30/18

To Die For PB Cookie - Pam - 7:03pm on 09/30/18

I have been searching for YEARS for my elementary school cafeteria PB cookie - MarilynFL - 8:24pm on 09/30/18

I will bet you that is true--hadn't thought about it. [NT] - Charley - 3:42pm on 10/01/18

The most likely do NOT serve PB cookies--the fat content is too hight!. . . - mistral - 9:08pm on 10/01/18

They don't serve pb cookies because there are too many peanut allergies. :-) [NT] - LisainLA - 5:01am on 10/02/18
Right - Pam - 5:46pm on 10/02/18

Just made PB cookies using bacon fat with this recipe [LINK] - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:07pm on 09/30/18

I love bacon crunchies mixed into PB, then spread onto crackers. My family thinks I am nuts! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 9:11pm on 10/01/18

And I forgot to add: Maybe my "unusual" (aka "weird") Christmas cookie this year? (nt) ( [NT] - mistral - 9:18pm on 10/01/18

I took them to work and colleagues did not like them. I really didn't either. - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:43pm on 10/02/18

Mistral, one of my favorite Saturday lunches... - judy-mass - 9:30pm on 10/01/18

Geeze, when I was in the vicinity of 20 years of age, I saw the PB & Bacon combo. . . - mistral - 6:37pm on 10/02/18

I remember bacon pieces in pnut butter for a short time being sold as a kid. [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:05am on 10/03/18

They seem to be popular now, just saw this on my reader this morning. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:06pm on 10/01/18
Love these - very pnut buttery and not too sweet, definitely melt in your mouth! [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 5:04am on 10/02/18
Betty Crocker dry peanut butter cookie pouch "enhanced" - colleenmomof2 - 3:46pm on 10/05/18

30520. Redbook Magazine Best Dessert Recipes of All Times [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 9:45pm on 09/29/18 (1)

Wow, some deicious sounding dessert RECs, GayR. Thx! Yr link also led me to one other "new to me" [LINK] - wigs - 4:44pm on 10/03/18

30521. https://leitesculinaria.com/76318/recipes-tomato-and-green-bean-salad.html [NT] [LINK] - emtd - 12:48am on 10/01/18 (19)

oops - fingers slipped. This was a lovely side dish to pork tenderloin [LINK] - emtd - 12:49am on 10/01/18

I too have been looking for something just like this. Thanks Betty! [NT] - RuthAB - 2:47am on 10/02/18

Just what I've been looking for. Merci bien. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:48pm on 10/01/18

Je vous en prie :) Btw I couldn't find yellow beans so I - emtd - 10:23pm on 10/01/18

What a Co-inky-dink! Just came here from there and saw your post! That is a nice site. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:58pm on 10/01/18

Another fan of Leite's Culinaria. In fact, tonight I'm making this Braised Pork Loin with Rosemary [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 11:27pm on 10/01/18

It looks good. Waiting for your review! [NT] - judy-mass - 11:41pm on 10/01/18

The braised pork loin couldn't have been easier to execute. The pork was tender and moist, - Pat-NoCal - 4:03pm on 10/02/18

pOrk braised with apples and onions. This is a wonderful fall dish - Charley - 10:47am on 10/03/18

another recipe from that site that I love: [LINK] - emtd - 4:15am on 10/02/18

This salad sounds good too, Betty. Adding both of these to the top of the to-be-tried pile. :-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:28pm on 10/02/18

I thought this site looked like fun, too. I'll be interested in more discoveries to come from it. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:20pm on 10/02/18

some of my other favourites from there: [LINK] - emtd - 11:30pm on 10/02/18

Thanks so much for the recipes and the link. The website looks great. [NT] - rhoward2va - 8:33pm on 10/03/18
Royal Raj Beef Stew - Pam - 7:32pm on 10/12/18

That sounds like a wonderful meal, Pam. Were you able to find the Kashmiri - Pat-NoCal - 3:33pm on 10/13/18

Happy Thanksgiving Betty. Looking forward to the bean salad tonight. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:13pm on 10/06/18

Happy Thanksgiving to our Canadian friends! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:21pm on 10/07/18
Most enjoyable. Guests reached for more. Had a massive headache so I abbreviated a few of the - Marg CDN2 - 11:53pm on 10/10/18

30522. How do I ensure wooden twigs are safe to use in food? [real question] - MarilynFL - 12:50pm on 10/03/18 (12)

Was there a discussion of that here but for candied apples? Saw it some where. Do you have birch - Curious1 - 2:25pm on 10/03/18

What kind of twigs? I have not seen any recipes with tree twigs, only have seen Rosemary twigs. - KarenNoCA - 2:28pm on 10/03/18

No names were given for the twigs. They looked perfect for the dish. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:39pm on 10/03/18

I don't even want to tell you what happened when I tried the low oven thing. I'd wash in a vinegar - CynUpstateNY - 6:39pm on 10/03/18

M, & have me smiling, first thing(!), again 2day! I never would have given that a thought, but then - wigs - 2:32pm on 10/03/18

The ampersand should be a U. [NT] - wigs - 2:38pm on 10/03/18

While I was searching for online photo, I ran across this: Adorable cheddar ball appetizers [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:40pm on 10/03/18
I'm sure you took a twig or two and did marshmallows over a fire!! LOL I realize - Charley - 6:11pm on 10/03/18

Very true. Camp Loleta, in fact. But that's sticking the wood into fire which would sterilize it. - MarilynFL - 5:32pm on 10/04/18

Safety Seal [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 7:17pm on 10/03/18

Thanks, Deb. I think I'll go this route since it will be for 14 people. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:37am on 10/05/18

:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:11am on 10/05/18

30523. It's a miracle! I easily peeled a Butternut Squash... - KarenNoCA - 3:05pm on 10/03/18 (1)

I have done this as well. I like to use a good veg peeler peel apples for pie.(nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:44pm on 10/04/18

30524. Went to a cranberry farm on Cape Cod a few days ago and bought some beautiful fresh cranberries. - CynUpstateNY - 6:00pm on 10/03/18 (15)

Cyn, Fresh Cranberry Braided Bread from Better Homes & Gardens [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 7:41pm on 10/03/18

King Arthur Flour Fresh Cranberry Orange Rolls [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 7:47pm on 10/03/18

[NT] - GayR - 7:51pm on 10/03/18
Fresh Cranberry Yeast Rolls.....from MyRecipes.com [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:37pm on 10/03/18
Do these ever look GOOD! And w/ that icing--YUM. [NT] - wigs - 8:52pm on 10/03/18

This reads DELICIOUS plus it's so pretty to look at! [NT] - wigs - 8:42pm on 10/03/18
Gay, You are AMAZING!! Thank you! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 9:57pm on 10/03/18

Enjoy whichever recipe you try......you are very welcome! [NT] - GayR - 10:01pm on 10/03/18

Not bread or roll - Meryl's Cranberry Swirl Coffeecake [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 3:40pm on 10/05/18
This is excellent - Cranberry Blueberry Pie from Sarah Chase [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 2:07am on 10/07/18
And another - Nantucket Cranberry Pie from Laurie Colwin (really a cake, and super simple) [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 2:13am on 10/07/18

I miss Laurie Colwin. She always made me laugh. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:41pm on 10/07/18

Me, too. I loved her article along with a creamed spinach recipe - I have to see if I can find it. [NT] - LisainLA - 1:06am on 10/10/18

My absolute favorite was her article on horrible dinners. Stargazey Pie! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:43pm on 10/10/18

I googled this and got "lost" in a maze of vintage recipes. So much I still don't know about food! [NT] - LisainLA - 2:20pm on 10/12/18

30525. Made this turkey meatloaf for dinner and it's really delicious! It's just a basic meatloaf. [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 11:52pm on 10/03/18 (1)

I have used turkey as my go-to meat for meat loaf and meatballs for many years. - Charley - 11:35am on 10/04/18

30526. Karen, Just noticed your pm. I can receive them but I can't send any out , I get an error message . [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:04am on 10/04/18 (1)

Try using ONLY the Subject line (KISS: Keep it short, sweetie). Don't use Message field. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:02pm on 10/08/18

30527. This reads delicious from Georgeanne Brennan featured in Victoria Magazine [LINK] - GayR - 11:15am on 10/04/18 (0)

30528. Dishwasher recommendations - oli - 3:25pm on 10/04/18 (20)

our kids have the big GE and it is a nice unit. Did you have the wire checked? [NT] - Charley - 3:50pm on 10/04/18
I bought a GE Profile 4 yrs ago that I REALLY like. I'll look up the specific style when I get home - wigs - 7:40pm on 10/04/18
We had an old dishwasher in our house also. My husband installed - Marsha tbay - 7:42pm on 10/04/18
Love our Kitchenmaid with the tray at the top for knives and utensils - rhoward2va - 7:44pm on 10/04/18
How did you decide with so many choices? [NT] - oli - 9:07pm on 10/04/18
I did not like my 2 drawer dishwasher. (Bosch?). I think it is the only one on the market. It - barb_b - 10:58pm on 10/04/18

I thought that Fisher and Paykel were the only dish drawers - judy-mass - 12:55am on 10/05/18

oli, while on my commute home I started thinking that I remembered writing about my current DW so [LINK] - wigs - 11:38pm on 10/04/18

Thank you for taking the time to write all your experiences. [NT] - oli - 3:47pm on 10/05/18

We love our KitchenAid(s) - colleenmomof2 - 3:28pm on 10/05/18

Thanks everyone for all your suggestions and experiences. [NT] - oli - 3:48pm on 10/05/18
My original 1976 KA was still running beautifully when I sold the house but I got a 'free' new KA in - Marg CDN2 - 10:13pm on 10/05/18

BTW it was my understanding that when Whirl bought KA, part of the deal was that it had to maintain - Marg CDN2 - 10:15pm on 10/05/18

Friends love their Whirlpool appliance suite - colleenmomof2 - 10:32pm on 10/05/18
My home town is where KA started/Hobart, if you will. The mixers are still made in - Charley - 11:20pm on 10/05/18

That has been what I found as well. KA fridges - blah. In fact, I bought a Kenmore Elite over the KA - Marg CDN2 - 1:00am on 10/06/18

I see a book in your future - - colleenmomof2 - 11:23am on 10/06/18

;) This will be our KA's third home - colleenmomof2 - 10:29pm on 10/05/18

We have a Maytag stainless inside and love it. Quiet and cleans. I never use the heat dry. - AngAk1 - 3:16am on 10/08/18
We replaced our dud GE Profile with a Stainless Steel Bosch and really like it. - Richard in Cincy - 7:04pm on 10/10/18

30529. Gale/stroke - Marsha tbay - 7:07pm on 10/04/18 (3)

what is Gale's phone #...my husband touched my phone now there is no # for her. Thank you, Marsha [NT] - Marsha tbay - 8:04pm on 10/04/18
Marsha, send an email to Michael in Phoenix for Gayle's number. I doubt he would post it here - MarilynFL - 11:44pm on 10/04/18

Marsha, I have your email address. I will contact you. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:10pm on 10/10/18

30530. Holiday Sugar Cookie (cornstarch) - found it! - colleenmomof2 - 2:35pm on 10/05/18 (4)

Thanks Colleen. I sent out the test package with four version. If Sandy - MarilynFL - 11:42pm on 10/05/18

I'm sorry I wasn't able to locate the recipe sooner for you - colleenmomof2 - 11:07am on 10/06/18

Well, we have it here now! And Sandy loves sugar cookies so it will get used at some point. - MarilynFL - 12:28pm on 10/06/18

I was committed to weedle down after we moved 5 years ago - colleenmomof2 - 12:49pm on 10/06/18

30531. Sourdough Cafe Gingerbread Cookie Recipe - colleenmomof2 - 2:53pm on 10/05/18 (0)

30532. This looks wonderful - Better Homes & Gardens "Surprise Inside Chocolate Bread" [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 5:25pm on 10/05/18 (0)

30533. Michale Symon Arugula Salad with Gorgonzola Cheese .....loved this [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 10:33pm on 10/05/18 (4)

There's apple and arugula coming up together again. Must try that combo. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:01am on 10/06/18
Yum, thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:23pm on 10/06/18

Deb, Very welcome! [NT] - GayR - 6:35pm on 10/06/18

Photo of salad is stunning, must make this. Thanks! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 5:26pm on 10/07/18

30534. Chanterelle & Green Bean Casserole - Chef Stephanie Kimmel, Tried and Loved [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 10:46pm on 10/05/18 (4)

I have eaten at this restaurant and it was so great. Thanks for the recipe, on Thanksgiving list. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 5:19pm on 10/07/18

Karen, I hope you enjoy the recipe as much as I do..... [NT] - GayR - 3:47pm on 10/08/18

I know I will....I love the old one with the canned beans and mushroom soup and have also loved - KarenNoCA - 4:27pm on 10/08/18

If you have a Trader Joe's near by, - colleenmomof2 - 8:50pm on 10/08/18

30535. Our favorite red lentil soup, Instant Pot version [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 12:38pm on 10/06/18 (2)

YUM! I made this tonight. Very nice balance of flavors. Thanks so much for posting. I will - barb_b - 11:00pm on 10/12/18

Outstanding news, Barb! - colleenmomof2 - 4:50pm on 10/26/18

30536. Costco Chicken Bake knockoff recipe was really good [LINK] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:21pm on 10/07/18 (7)

I must try this. What a fun idea. Thank you [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:01pm on 10/07/18
Oh yum! [NT] - AngAk1 - 3:20am on 10/08/18
Sounds really good! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:33pm on 10/08/18
I have finally admitted, late in life, that a toasted sandwich makes me happier than dinner out. - MarilynFL - 7:48pm on 10/08/18

Agree! - colleenmomof2 - 8:47pm on 10/08/18
Disagree! I have to make the sandwich. OK sometimes BUT . . . - mistral - 7:05pm on 10/09/18

oh no...someone else is making my sandwiches. I'm retired now and will pay for - MarilynFL - 9:57pm on 10/09/18

30537. Wild rice salad I thought this was v.good and pretty. See CL.link, provided. [LINK] - emtd - 2:54am on 10/08/18 (5)

2nd link to Canadian Living CL [NT] [LINK] - emtd - 2:56am on 10/08/18
Such a great magazine! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:09am on 10/08/18
Golly, that's a pretty salad. Sounds like tabbouli except everything is different. So, I - MarilynFL - 7:46pm on 10/08/18

Exactly :) [NT] - emtd - 1:28am on 10/09/18
LOL! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 6:54pm on 10/09/18

30538. Marilyn, The Original Corn Starch Holiday Sugar Cookie article! [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 1:05pm on 10/09/18 (4)

11 Additional Holiday Butter Cookie Dough Variations - colleenmomof2 - 1:46pm on 10/09/18
I like the sound of this -- Marcy Goldman adds drops of lemon, orange and almond extract to her [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:45pm on 10/09/18

Hmm. Looking at your Kids’ Chanukah Cookies recipe - very similar - colleenmomof2 - 5:21pm on 10/09/18

Thanks colleen. Sandy is sending me their results from the taste-off and we've already - MarilynFL - 4:02pm on 10/09/18

30539. Dominique Ansel's Gingerbread Crust - Extra Silky Pumpkin Pie featured in In Style [LINK] - GayR - 3:26pm on 10/10/18 (0)

30540. Berlin Curry Wurst Ketchup [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 6:54pm on 10/10/18 (1)

Wow, does this ever sound good. My mom used to make all our ketchup when I was growing up. She - wigs - 6:41pm on 10/16/18

30541. Any suggestions for Christmas dinner in Paris? - judy-mass - 2:06am on 10/11/18 (8)

Mais oui!! What are the expectations? The budget? Are you looking for a Noel kind of dinner or - Marg CDN2 - 6:05am on 10/11/18

I asked and the answer was... - judy-mass - 12:49pm on 10/11/18

Maybe this will help also. I saw Bofinger mentioned which would be good. - Charley - 4:18pm on 10/11/18

Here is a comprehensive article [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 4:38pm on 10/11/18
I bow to Marg's knowledge and experience, but I have a suggestion... [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 7:14pm on 10/11/18
Thank you for all of the suggestions. I passed them along. [NT] - judy-mass - 9:37pm on 10/12/18
Alors...I have been pondering Christmas in Paris for a couple of days now. I have been there for NY - Marg CDN2 - 4:57am on 10/13/18

Marg, thank you so much! - judy-mass - 1:35pm on 10/14/18

30542. Porto's bakery now shipping - oli - 2:55pm on 10/11/18 (2)

Here's a direct link to "bake at home" [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 1:18pm on 10/12/18

Have you been there? [NT] - oli - 1:59pm on 10/12/18

30543. NFR - just read on Twitter: - emtd - 8:23pm on 10/11/18 (4)

Amen. I understand COMPLETELY, Betty! [NT] - wigs - 8:59pm on 10/11/18
I never thought I would agree with a statement like this, but it is so true! - LisainLA - 2:16pm on 10/12/18
Thumbs up Betty! (btw, the fact you are on twitter, makes you ahead of me!) [NT] - barb_b - 10:56pm on 10/12/18

amen sister. I don't face, twit, or snap. I barely know what the icons mean. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:15pm on 10/14/18

30544. Pampered chef Whipped cream maker - opinions - oli - 1:58pm on 10/12/18 (10)

It is another gadget to store and clean. Many chefs/home cooks simply make whip cream with a large - KarenNoCA - 3:05pm on 10/12/18

Me too. Just a whisk or a handheld KA beater. Easy, effortless, quick. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:51am on 10/14/18

Don't know what the pampered chef one looks like, but we have - rhoward2va - 5:40pm on 10/12/18

I just remembered that we have an iSi Desert and whipped cream maker. Love it [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 9:29pm on 10/12/18

The ISI is what I prefer using when I'm away frm home catering -or- at a relative's home where - wigs - 3:46pm on 10/15/18

interesting - Charley - 2:54pm on 10/13/18

these look like the manual milk frothers for coffee drinks--would a milk frother whip cream? (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:01pm on 10/13/18

Mine uses cartridges that whip the cream [NT] - rhoward2va - 7:22pm on 10/13/18

Needs too much cream to be useful and I hardly ever do a pint at a time. I sure can send you a bunch - Marg CDN2 - 7:42pm on 10/13/18
My sis has an Isi that we've used often. We have to host events and parties - cheezz - 8:25pm on 10/15/18

30545. NFR: (well, muffins are mentioned) *Breastfeeding a Microwave* has been posted in a local magazine [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:24pm on 10/12/18 (14)

Congrats to you!! Wonderful! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:43pm on 10/12/18
Well done, Marilyn! The first of many. :) [NT] - Lana in FL - 1:24am on 10/13/18
YAY YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:47pm on 10/13/18
Brava, Marilyn! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:49pm on 10/13/18
Congratulations Marilyn [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:46pm on 10/13/18
Great to see it, Marilyn! [NT] - mistral - 7:02pm on 10/13/18
Encore! Encore! Congratulations, Marilyn [NT] - GayR - 12:45am on 10/14/18
Fantastic, Marilyn--Congrats! That is my favorite story of yours, BTW. [NT] - wigs - 3:40pm on 10/15/18
HAHAHAHAHAHAHA....TEARS rolling down 🤣🤣 [NT] - cheezz - 8:23pm on 10/15/18
Yeah!!!!! - colleenmomof2 - 9:21pm on 10/15/18
Well done, Well deserved! Our friends Steve and Charlie will be smiling, as I know they - barb_b - 9:51pm on 10/15/18
Yay Marilyn! This is fantastic to see your words "in print" in a magazine. Way to go! [NT] - LisainLA - 5:01am on 10/16/18
Indeed, it's about time someone harnessed you (the mag not the microwave) Your talents should be - Marg CDN2 - 6:35pm on 10/17/18
Ahhh! I'm delighted that you're in print! Congrats!! [NT] - ErininNY - 12:53am on 10/28/18

30546. This was a nice cold fruit soup: Chilled Apple Ginger Bisque - MarilynFL - 10:10pm on 10/12/18 (1)

mmm. Hope I remember to access this in the summer....now such a long time off. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:58am on 10/13/18

30547. Recipe: Ultra Creamy Pumpkin Pie / Alison Ladman Associated Press [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:44am on 10/14/18 (10)

Aw, you had me at *ultra creamy.* You could have put *octopus gratinée* or *canned eel* after - MarilynFL - 1:23pm on 10/14/18

Just for you Marilyn: Poulpe Gratinée . . . [LINK] - mistral - 9:27pm on 10/14/18

Ha! Did you see how insidious they were! Not a single tentacle poking through the taters. Liars! [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:07pm on 10/14/18

Ya mean you don't want your Polpe Gratinee to look like this?!!: (more!) [LINK] [IMAGE] - mistral - 8:53pm on 10/15/18

Love this! Wonder how many amateur movies this will show up in. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:03pm on 10/15/18

I love it too! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:44pm on 10/16/18

Does anyone know if Publix has a frozen chocolate crust? - Marsha tbay - 11:09pm on 10/15/18

Supermarkets carry the chocolate crumb crust with the graham cracker ones usually. [NT] - Charley - 10:57am on 10/16/18
I contacted Publix and they don't have a chocolate crust [NT] - Marsha tbay - 6:26pm on 10/25/18

My husband and I went to Publix and found they DID have a chocolate crust!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 2:01am on 11/10/18

30548. One Banana Bread...or how to get rid of that stinking ethylene gas-producing black thing - MarilynFL - 1:18pm on 10/15/18 (4)

Marilyn, Give this recipe a try next time.....brought it over from Gail's [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 5:24pm on 10/15/18
oh, that sounds good. But that means I have to buy/forget I bought/then find the bananas again. - MarilynFL - 9:01pm on 10/15/18

Mar I am sure that can happen again lol..... [NT] - GayR - 10:05pm on 10/15/18

Love, love, love the ending....:-D [NT] - LisainLA - 5:03am on 10/16/18

30549. For Lisa and anyone else in need of a laugh: Laurie Colwin's *Repulsive Meals* [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:28pm on 10/15/18 (4)

Love this! I especially love the word "ghastly" - she uses it perfectly in her writing. - LisainLA - 3:22am on 10/16/18

Amen sister. The worst restaurant meal I ever had was in Paris. Can you believe that! - MarilynFL - 11:36am on 10/16/18

Marilyn, that is SO funny. I really shouldn't laugh since you didn't have a clue as to the local - wigs - 5:19pm on 10/16/18

Lisa--I looked up eel pics so I could better visualize their heads coming out of a slit in a - wigs - 6:08pm on 10/16/18

30550. Need you guys's help - oli - 12:22am on 10/16/18 (12)

Yep, lots on facebook here but I think some of us have become too leary, leery, o'leary. I can't - Marg CDN2 - 1:25am on 10/16/18

We used to live in Burnaby, so they were my childhood friends from homes on the street. [NT] - oli - 2:33am on 10/16/18

Maybe this will give you a way - Charley - 10:55am on 10/16/18

Thanks for the help, looks dawnting, probably because I don't use facebook. [NT] - oli - 12:24pm on 10/16/18

oli, would this site help you any? It's advertised to help track down people living in Canada. [LINK] - wigs - 1:30pm on 10/16/18

Thanks, I got a couple of address and will mail out letters to each person. - oli - 6:51pm on 10/16/18

I think the Facebook is set up. - oli - 9:42pm on 10/16/18
Facebook is a pretty amazing way to get connected. Our DSIL found a brother he - Charley - 10:46am on 10/18/18

Since setting up my FB account I am being asked to post a pic. of myself to be reactivated [NT] - oli - 2:51pm on 10/18/18

The really reliable route is obits. Unfortunately. May be good news if you don't find something. The [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 6:25pm on 10/17/18
I would start with G**gle... - MariaDNoCA - 3:45am on 10/19/18

I appreciate your help and suggestion and if I hadn't mentioned it before, thanks to everyone. [NT] - oli - 2:41pm on 10/19/18

30551. Recipe: Sweet Potato Pie Perfected featured in Garden and Gun Magazine [LINK] - GayR - 3:55pm on 10/17/18 (21)

[NT] - GayR - 4:03pm on 10/17/18
Here is an article on the award winning Pastry Chef plus additional recipe featured in [LINK] - GayR - 5:08pm on 10/17/18

If you ever are near Birmingham, DO eat at Frank Stitt's Highlands Grill - Charley - 2:05pm on 10/18/18

Actually, we did eat there. We used to fly into Birmingham to go to Hoover music - MarilynFL - 10:37pm on 10/18/18

Amen to her recommendations. Roasting garnet yams and then buzzing them in - MarilynFL - 2:10am on 10/18/18

Marilyn, Her Bourbon Glazed Pound Cake is in the second post..... [NT] - GayR - 2:36am on 10/18/18

Mar, Interesting article Southern Living, plus recipes The Best Way to Make a Pound Cake [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:57pm on 10/18/18

Southern Living - Ten Steps to the Perfect Pound Cake [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 1:03pm on 10/18/18
More pound cake hints: The Biggest Mistake When Making a Pound Cake by SL [LINK] - wigs - 3:48pm on 10/18/18

Even MORE Southern Living Pound Cake tips "13 Ways To Ruin a Pound Cake" + RECs for: [LINK] - wigs - 4:00pm on 10/18/18

Okay...lots of reading to do. Construction guy asked for buttermilk chocolate cake. Southern? [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:59pm on 10/18/18

Here’s her Rec: Bourbon glazed pound cake recipe. No sour cream in this one. [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 3:31am on 10/19/18

oh geez...you're right. Construction guys loved the cake...I thought it was dry. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:57pm on 10/18/18

No worries about dryness! I run across so many people that are sooo impressed. . . - mistral - 5:55pm on 10/19/18

I thought pound cake was supposed to be on the dry side. Am I all wet? (Pun intended!) [NT] - wigs - 1:57pm on 10/18/18

Certainly not "dry" but not "sad", although pound cake is good no matter how it is!! ;o) [NT] - Charley - 1:59pm on 10/18/18

NOt enough butter--it's a POUND cake!! LOL Maybe over baking, however--or - Charley - 2:01pm on 10/18/18

Yes, I know it didn't have 2 cups of butter, just one, but it also had a cup of full-fat sour cream. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:58pm on 10/18/18

I was sort of kidding about the "pound" thing. I have made sour cream pound cakes - Charley - 10:48am on 10/19/18

Here is the bourbon glazed pound cake recipe and as you see, for her 6 eggs - Charley - 2:10pm on 10/18/18

This looks like a good pound cake REC. Check out the height on this in link picture! [LINK] - wigs - 2:55pm on 10/19/18

30552. REC: Chicken Shawarma. We love middle-eastern/Mediterranean food, and this recipe is delicious! - Michael in Phoenix - 6:19pm on 10/17/18 (7)

Thank you!!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:10am on 10/18/18
my daughter loves this recipe from the Times. I haven't tried it but I did buy some at Trader - Janet in NC - 1:13pm on 10/18/18

If you like Chicken Shawarma, you'll like this recipe. I'd link to the original, but I don't.. - Michael in Phoenix - 2:45pm on 10/18/18

Thanks Michael.I love Shawarma. Will try this chicken version. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:17pm on 10/18/18
Here’s the nyt link. Can’t wait to try this, thanks Michael! [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 2:53am on 10/19/18

That's the one. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:23pm on 10/19/18

Made it last night. Delicious as promised, Michael - CathyZKauai - 3:27pm on 10/21/18

30553. For lovers of "The Chew".... Looks like they will be hosting a live reunion on 10/22 on fb and [LINK] - barb_b - 10:30pm on 10/17/18 (0)

30554. updates: Finerkitchens.com Recipe Swap [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 4:54pm on 10/18/18 (10)

Thank you Paul. Using your suggestions, it all works again. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:19pm on 10/18/18
Paul, is there some way to change the font on this page? [NT] - mistral - 9:17pm on 10/18/18

which font is bothering you? - pmassell_93 - 10:29pm on 10/18/18

In Firefox, when I allow sites to choose their own fonts. . . - mistral - 5:51pm on 10/19/18

thank you, Paul. All is working for me. [NT] - Anna_X - 1:55am on 10/19/18
Thank you Paul!! We wouldn’t have a home without you!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:33am on 10/19/18
Thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:51am on 10/19/18
Done! Thanks for making it so easy! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 2:03pm on 10/19/18
Thanks Paul. Look for incoming cup of coffee. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:09pm on 10/19/18

Ditto. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:22pm on 10/19/18

30555. Dreamt about Richard's Christmas party - Anna_X - 1:53am on 10/19/18 (12)

...what sugarplum drug did YOU take before bed? Cause I want some... [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:04pm on 10/19/18

LOL, no drugs. But it was a fantastic dream! [NT] - Anna_X - 8:11pm on 10/19/18

My dreams are usually the same old subject, I have lost my keys to the room in a huge - KarenNoCA - 5:01pm on 10/20/18

I'm usually barefoot, lost and in need of a bathroom. In Paris. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:40pm on 10/21/18

Of course it is something I would do! :) - Richard in Cincy - 2:27pm on 10/22/18

Holy cow. I am always astonished at your incredible feasts. Wow. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 3:35pm on 10/23/18

Come join us!!! - Richard in Cincy - 4:18pm on 10/23/18

Only in my dreams. Cathy, if you ever go, be our reporter on the scene, pls. [NT] - Anna_X - 4:23pm on 10/23/18
Oh how I would love to. Send a photo of the samovar when you finish polishing it. [NT] - CathyZKauai - 3:35pm on 10/24/18

So I guess the movie premiere for *Nutcracker & the Four Realms* is being held at your house? [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:30pm on 10/23/18

Oohhhhhhh, I cannot wait!!! - Richard in Cincy - 1:05pm on 10/25/18

Oh yes. Very Escher-esque. I was hoping for a table shot of sumptuous dessert goodies, but - MarilynFL - 4:40pm on 10/25/18

30557. Marilyn, With reference to a Chocolate Buttermilk Cake.....have a look at this article .... I must [LINK] - GayR - 12:35pm on 10/19/18 (2)

This recipe would make a wonderfully moist cake:) Knowing me, I would add an egg yolk too. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:30pm on 10/19/18
oh ya...I think we have our recipe. 24 oz of chocolate + cocoa for one cake! [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:03pm on 10/19/18

30558. Can you believe this since I created a Facebook account, they asked for a photo of me and today my b [NT] - oli - 2:44pm on 10/19/18 (23)

I can't edit my post. So as I was saying they wanted a photo of me and while I waited 72 hrs. - oli - 2:49pm on 10/19/18

Millions of folks have a Facebook account and many seem to really enjoy it - KarenNoCA - 4:27pm on 10/19/18

I think that is a fair assessment, Karen. Steve Donner considered it the evil empire. - Michael in Phoenix - 6:31pm on 10/19/18

So, Michael, did you have to open up a new FB account to be able to play? - oli - 11:00pm on 10/19/18

Oli, I started with FB many years ago and let my account sit for a couple of years. No activity... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:41pm on 10/20/18

Michael, I gave the school thing a try just for fun and nothing from my generation, nothing - oli - 7:00pm on 10/20/18

I attended public school from 1965 to 1978 and found several for each level. ??? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:06pm on 10/21/18

But then, my schools were in a large city. Not sure if that is the same in your case. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:11pm on 10/22/18

My 2 schools was in Burnaby, which is a suburb of Vancouver, like Paradise Valley - oli - 8:29pm on 10/22/18

C'mon Oli. Let's do some creative googling see what we come up with. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:11pm on 10/23/18

Did the google thing, maybe I am not spending enough hours, but I may try again, but I don't expect - oli - 9:02pm on 10/23/18

Just add bacon, Oli. Doesn't bacon fix everything?? ;-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:51am on 10/24/18

:-D!!! [NT] - LisainLA - 2:18pm on 10/24/18
I would love to. Problem is it solves everything mometarily. Going vegan lately, but bacon is yum. [NT] - oli - 12:46am on 10/25/18

Yep, I feel the same. I don’t and haven’t done FB ever - MariaDNoCA - 6:05am on 10/20/18

Thanks, I agree. More details with G over FB. I was able to send message to the - oli - 2:45pm on 10/20/18

I totally agree with you and that is why I only now have set up an account to find out - oli - 10:38pm on 10/19/18
KarenNoCA, U had a similar experience to mine during my very brief sojourn into FB. I - wigs - 7:00am on 10/20/18

I also had initially set it up to see if it was something I could really use. I don't know how many - oli - 2:53pm on 10/20/18

I put a pic of a seagull for mine which was accepted by FB - Anna_X - 8:09pm on 10/19/18

Thanks for the suggestions, Anna. - oli - 10:40pm on 10/19/18

Account accepted. I am waiting for a report on my first account, to see why they deactivated it. [NT] - oli - 10:17pm on 10/19/18

Gave up waiting for the report - taking too long [NT] - oli - 3:53pm on 10/21/18

30559. Rec: Caramel Cream Pumpkin Pie (More) - Gesine Bullock-Prado recipes [LINK] - Ann - 12:00am on 10/21/18 (2)

Correction; I've baked the Caramel Mascapone Pumpkin pie, not the two others "NT" [NT] - Ann - 12:01am on 10/21/18

Ann, Thank you for posting ... I love Better Homes & Gardens have made many wonderful recipes over - GayR - 1:09am on 10/21/18

30560. Penzeys new spice mix and a recipe - KarenNoCA - 4:25pm on 10/21/18 (10)

Don't you just love when a little something fixes up a big blah. It's like the universe - MarilynFL - 9:39pm on 10/21/18
I have been looking at that one in the Penzey's catalog. Nice to hear it provides that zing. - Richard in Cincy - 1:27pm on 10/22/18

I can't handle soy so I have to try these. Thank you! [NT] - Anna_X - 6:10pm on 10/22/18
Usually, I might add a tablespoon of my Oliver Balsamic vinegar, which we love - KarenNoCA - 7:14pm on 10/22/18
Where do you source the coconut aminos? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:16pm on 10/22/18

TJ's or Target for a coupel - Charley - 1:33pm on 10/23/18

Thanks, I will look for it. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:43pm on 10/23/18

I see it everywhere: local grocery stores, Trader Joe, next to the soy sauce. - Richard in Cincy - 4:02pm on 10/23/18

Coconut Secret is my preferred brand, others I've tried aren't as good. See pic. [NT] [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 6:08pm on 10/27/18
Thanks for mentioning the coconut aminos. I picked up a bottle and TJs - nice! - LisainLA - 4:20am on 11/03/18

30561. Has anyone made almond lace cookies using ground almonds? - MarilynFL - 10:40pm on 10/21/18 (7)

What about [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:29pm on 10/24/18

Too many fingers. What about Florentines? - Marg CDN2 - 9:30pm on 10/24/18

That begs the same question: can I use almond meal in lieu of finely ground almonds? [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:11am on 10/25/18

Yes. We do it all the time for our - Richard in Cincy - 12:54pm on 10/25/18

Oh goodie! Thanks Marg. Thanks Richard. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:44pm on 10/25/18

Sorry, I was not sure which was the question. I have made these with finely ground. Just adjusted - Marg CDN2 - 8:59pm on 10/25/18

M, have you had your eyes checked for cataracts? I had them in both AND a wrinkle in - MarilynFL - 10:21pm on 10/25/18

30562. Sugar Cookie Taste Test results are in: here's how the game went: [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:10am on 10/22/18 (9)

Results in anal-retentive spreadsheet form (I love it!) [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:11am on 10/22/18

Here are the entries: - MarilynFL - 11:31am on 10/22/18

Here is the original request with the recipes (although NOT the cornstarch one I used) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:49am on 10/22/18

What fun! Thanks for the follow up. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 1:22pm on 10/22/18
LOVE the spreadsheet! [NT] - Lana in FL - 1:36am on 10/23/18
YAY humble sugar cookie...that's one I've made forever (by another name) - cheezz - 6:14pm on 10/31/18

Cheezz, Richard's rolled out and cut with no issues. I used a sunflower/coco oil - MarilynFL - 2:30pm on 11/01/18

No, mine must have different ratios - I'm going to compare cup for cup [NT] - cheezz - 6:31pm on 11/05/18

Differences, similarities...mine has additional 1 cup butter and 1 cup flour - cheezz - 6:56pm on 11/05/18

30564. REC: Peanut Butter Cookies with a surprise [LINK] - judy-mass - 8:35pm on 10/23/18 (4)

smoked paprika - pmassell_93 - 8:47pm on 10/23/18

Paul. it works! [NT] - judy-mass - 8:51pm on 10/23/18

OK Judy I'm gonna trust you ;) [NT] - pmassell_93 - 8:58pm on 10/23/18

Because I record The Kitchen every Saturday, and because I noticed that Sunny Anderson - KarenNoCA - 3:47pm on 10/24/18

30565. REC: Spanish Almond Cake. Made it this weekend and loved it. One bowl, one baking pan. - Michael in Phoenix - 9:28pm on 10/23/18 (1)

Copied and in the "To-Try" pile. [NT] - judy-mass - 9:37pm on 10/23/18

30566. Def NFRC. I need to celebrate! Gonna be a Grandma (again)! - Anna_X - 3:27am on 10/24/18 (8)

Such wonderful news! Congrats Anna! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:30am on 10/24/18
Let the spoiling begin! Congrats, Anna. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:38pm on 10/24/18
Congratulations, Anna......such happy news! [NT] - GayR - 2:40pm on 10/24/18
Think of the tea parties you can have! - Richard in Cincy - 12:52pm on 10/25/18

What a wonderful experience for you both. <3 [NT] - Anna_X - 4:38pm on 10/25/18

How lovely for you, and for the baby! [NT] - Lana in FL - 1:16am on 10/26/18
Congratulations! :) [NT] - ErininNY - 12:50am on 10/28/18
Enjoy your new grandbaby! [NT] - LisainLA - 12:54am on 10/30/18

30567. Coq au vin. Does one have a preference...the classic v.s. Julia's? I know some of you make it - Marg CDN2 - 9:33pm on 10/24/18 (6)

I made Julia's to outstanding compliments. l did caramelize a bunch of onions first and used my own - MarilynFL - 10:45pm on 10/24/18

Good stock is the foundation of any good meal worth its bother... - Richard in Cincy - 12:44pm on 10/25/18

I am intrigued... [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 12:34pm on 10/25/18
Okay, well maybe I'll just do a bit of messing with each method and come up with something - Marg CDN2 - 9:05pm on 10/25/18

Buying most of the ingredients this weekend to make this for next... - Richard in Cincy - 7:38pm on 10/27/18

I use the New York Times Cookbook version. It's wonderful... [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:54pm on 11/12/18

30568. Marilyn, thanks! - Richard in Cincy - 12:25pm on 10/25/18 (1)

You're very welcome. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:44pm on 10/25/18

30569. America's Test Kitchen cookbooks for sale on Kindle [LINK] - Lana in FL - 1:15am on 10/26/18 (0)

30570. Early Fall Cooking Binge - Richard in Cincy - 12:51pm on 10/26/18 (25)

BIG EZ PANINI [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 12:54pm on 10/26/18

OMG! I have everything on hand to make this tomorrow! - colleenmomof2 - 3:33pm on 10/26/18

!Fiesta! Salad with Zesty French Dressing [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 12:56pm on 10/26/18

Thank you, - LisainLA - 12:48am on 10/30/18

White Chocolate Apricot Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 12:58pm on 10/26/18

Boy, oboy, that's a killer dessert [NT] - oli - 2:21pm on 10/26/18

Moroccan Chicken Soup [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 1:04pm on 10/26/18
Pickled Vegetables [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 1:09pm on 10/26/18

The complete cookbook: "High Made Food" from the HIgh Cafe of Comfort, Texas [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 1:11pm on 10/26/18
I just opened a new jar of these up for lunch and... - Richard in Cincy - 6:43pm on 10/26/18

NYC Deli style salt-brined Garlic Pickled Green Tomatoes - Richard in Cincy - 1:24pm on 10/26/18

My childhood friend's mother made (unsweet) pickled green tomatoes - Melissa Dallas - 3:45pm on 10/26/18

These are delicious. Very different from a vinegar-based pickle. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 6:03pm on 10/26/18

French Chocolate Macaroons with Chocolate Ganache Filling - Richard in Cincy - 1:40pm on 10/26/18
Quick Indian Chicken Curry Dinner in 30 minutes - Richard in Cincy - 1:50pm on 10/26/18

what are you simmering the chicken in? - Pam - 4:05pm on 10/26/18

There are pan juices from the chicken, the oil, the onion; not a lot of sauce... - Richard in Cincy - 5:47pm on 10/26/18

Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza Soup - Richard in Cincy - 1:56pm on 10/26/18
Garlic Pickled Eggs - Richard in Cincy - 2:04pm on 10/26/18

I can't wait to try some dressed eggs using the pickled eggs, that should... - Richard in Cincy - 1:10am on 10/27/18

Richard, was this the book you were impressed, it is their newest, I believe [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 4:51pm on 10/26/18

Yes, that is the cookbook that I linked to above in Post 5. It is there first and only... - Richard in Cincy - 5:45pm on 10/26/18

Holy MOLY Richard! These all look great. . . - mistral - 6:42pm on 10/26/18
I'm exhausted. I have to take a nap now. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:07am on 10/27/18
Delicious. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 12:49am on 10/28/18

30571. Has anyone made a Esterhazy torte? Basically looking for a T&T. - oli - 10:57pm on 10/26/18 (7)

Yes, we've made many and tried many different recipes. [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 1:05am on 10/27/18

Thanks, would appreciate a translated version. [NT] - oli - 1:17am on 10/27/18
Amazon Deutschland is still selling the version I own... [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 1:17am on 10/27/18

I just looking for the Esterhazy recipe as I have enough books. [NT] - oli - 2:27am on 10/27/18

Esterházytorte from "Wiener Süßspeisen" - Richard in Cincy - 7:35pm on 10/27/18

Thanks Richard [NT] - oli - 12:48am on 10/28/18
Looking at the fondant recipe I would think a bit of lemon juice would be nice especially - oli - 12:56am on 10/28/18

30572. I read the book, but this look like fun: Salt Fat Acid Heat [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:26am on 10/27/18 (4)

I’ve seen the Fat episode and half the Salt. Love her and the content is really interesting. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:57pm on 10/27/18

Here's a recipe from the series: Braised Pork with Chiles, it's posted on her blog. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 11:15pm on 10/27/18

oh.. is that the one she calls a *flavor bomb*? [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:54pm on 10/28/18

Thanks for pointing this out, I will add it to my queue! [NT] - LisainLA - 12:46am on 10/30/18

30573. Two questions I'm just going to suck up my shame and ask: - MarilynFL - 2:07pm on 10/28/18 (16)

Marilyn, I don't have an answer for either question, however, I watched Jacques Pepin [LINK] - GayR - 3:43pm on 10/28/18
ammonium carbonate - Richard in Cincy - 3:44pm on 10/28/18
how about a light dusting of powdered sugar on the plate before you flip the flan onto it? [NT] - pmassell_93 - 4:34pm on 10/28/18

Or butter? Or oil? [NT] - CathyZKauai - 5:43pm on 10/28/18

Or even slicking the plate with a little water--or the top of the flan? (nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:38pm on 10/28/18

ha! I read this as *licking the plate...* [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:08pm on 11/04/18

:-D [NT] - LisainLA - 3:49pm on 11/04/18
You can always lick the plate, but do it AFTER the cake is gone!! :-)..... (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:12pm on 11/04/18

Could you warm the bottom of the vessel, your ramekin, in warm water for 5-10 min to loosen the - Marg CDN2 - 10:02pm on 10/28/18
My answer to these things are don’t fight it- make individual servings instead [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:56am on 10/29/18
Success with Q#1: Curse of the Sticking Flan. I used Cathy's idea to wipe - MarilynFL - 1:33pm on 10/29/18

The flan just did not want to escape from the plate--suction city like and octopus. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 4:56pm on 10/29/18
Is there a link to that sugar melting technique? I'd like to read more about it [NT] - cheezz - 6:02pm on 10/31/18

Cheezz, this is the method used by Theo's Chocolates for their caramels. My [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:17pm on 11/01/18

Love this method! Will have to try it soon [NT] - cheezz - 6:28pm on 11/05/18

Note: I tried this ONCE in a regular stainless steel pan. Didn't work nearly as well. Never again. - MarilynFL - 2:59pm on 11/07/18

30574. Tip for rolling out cookie dough (link to video) why have I been doing this the hard way?... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:46am on 10/29/18 (11)

Or you can use saran type wrap. [NT] - Charley - 11:37am on 10/29/18
I do something similar but no parchment/saran/wax paper - deb-in-MI - 1:05pm on 10/29/18

Removing the extra dough is what works best--cookies or biscuits! ;o) [NT] - Charley - 9:28pm on 10/29/18

I do that but never thought of stacking. Rolling between parch is great for gingerbread patterns - MarilynFL - 1:24pm on 10/29/18
My mother used to always roll out piecrust between wax paper. . . - mistral - 7:23pm on 10/29/18

mistral--my mother would ONLY roll out her lard pie crusts on a floured surface! She could feel w/ - wigs - 3:48pm on 11/01/18

Wigs, as an adult, I tried to roll crusts out between waxed paper. . . - mistral - 5:46pm on 11/02/18

mistral, I could never make good pie crust until I saw a chef make one using a Cuisinart! My mother - wigs - 7:03pm on 11/07/18

I love making pie crust in the food processor - no fail! [NT] - LisainLA - 1:02am on 11/09/18

That's how we do it...you pretty much have to if you're going to do any intricate [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 7:48pm on 10/29/18
OH my, being a non-baker, except for cookies, quick breads and lemon bars - KarenNoCA - 2:15pm on 10/30/18

30575. Has anyone made Japanese cotton cheesecake? See video in ink [LINK] - Tess - 4:04pm on 10/31/18 (7)

Me too! Post results if you make it, please! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:52pm on 11/03/18
Thanks for sharing, that is an interesting technique with melting the cream cheese - LisainLA - 3:46pm on 11/04/18
That's a lot of flour and corn starch...it almost makes this a cake, right? [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:20pm on 11/07/18
Results: Taste right on, texture good, height needs work - Tess - 6:48pm on 11/07/18

Since the leavener is egg whites, it will always deflate a bit as it cools, even - LisainLA - 1:26am on 11/09/18

Is it possible to overbeat the whites so that they don't rise as much? Speaking from absolutely no - MarilynFL - 11:59am on 11/10/18
That is outside of my knowledge base, but an intriguing idea! [NT] - LisainLA - 3:39pm on 11/10/18

30576. Did anyone see The Kitchen today, Geoffrey Zakarian made a pot roast with chuck - KarenNoCA - 7:06pm on 11/03/18 (9)

Some chuck is real fat and some leaner, but if it has a LOT of fat as you describe I think the - Charley - 7:30pm on 11/03/18

I hope this link works, it is exactly what our chuck roasts look like and that [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 2:44pm on 11/04/18

By the time I cut most of that out, it leaves me with less pounds than I actually want - KarenNoCA - 2:47pm on 11/04/18

I might cut off the fatty ends, but it is the rest that makes for a really nice pot roast, IMO. - Charley - 11:40am on 11/05/18

Found this interesting comparison (happens to be Instant Pot) [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:11pm on 11/04/18

And this from The Kitchn [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:12pm on 11/04/18

I’ve noticed there are two kinds sold here, one labeled chuck and one labeled shoulder. The latter - Curious1 - 6:00pm on 11/06/18

Shoulder would be a lot leaner, as would sirloin tip, for example. And rump. BUT i find - Charley - 1:15pm on 11/08/18
OUr sale flyer this week advertises "shoulder chuck"!! Take your choice. LOL [NT] - Charley - 4:59pm on 11/09/18

30577. HELP! Serious Eats has a big sale but when I click on the email link, it goes to Amazon full price!! - cheezz - 6:43pm on 11/05/18 (3)

Where did you see it? [NT] - Charley - 7:26pm on 11/05/18

Ack...never mind. It was an email but I hadn't noticed it was a couple days ago. Sale's over 🙄 [NT] - cheezz - 7:46pm on 11/05/18

Yeah, tha's happened to me too. (nt) :-( [NT] - mistral - 9:44pm on 11/06/18

30578. Thank you to Melissa and CathyZ for nearly making my friend's food memory come true [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:38am on 11/07/18 (5)

Melissa Dallas Kolache Dough [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:40am on 11/07/18
CathyZ from Kauai Potica Filling [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:41am on 11/07/18

Cooking it gives a little different end result, Marilyn but I'm glad you tried it - CathyZKauai - 3:00pm on 11/07/18

Marilyn, if I remember correctly, the nut horns recipes I've seen here bake immediately - Melissa Dallas - 1:38pm on 11/07/18

Good to know...thanks again to Cathy and Melissa for added info. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:11pm on 11/10/18

30579. Making this Salad for Thanksgiving - question can I make the pears the day before and let them sit [LINK] - GayR - 2:55pm on 11/07/18 (5)

I found this helpful & have printed off to store w/ your delicious sounding pear salad recipe! [NT] [LINK] - wigs - 3:15pm on 11/07/18

Thank you wigs.....printed off..... [NT] - GayR - 3:26pm on 11/07/18

I have poached pears a day or more before using them, if that helps. ;o) [NT] - Charley - 11:41am on 11/08/18
Absolutely. Leave them in the poaching liquid and put them in the fridge. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 1:23pm on 11/08/18

Thank you Richard......appreciated..... [NT] - GayR - 3:23pm on 11/08/18

30580. Rec: Anyone have experience with a refrigerate pie made with ritz crackers (Layered) [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 6:15pm on 11/07/18 (7)

He's pretty reliable and if he says it is like key lime, I'd trust it. I've had other desserts - Charley - 11:40am on 11/08/18
Layering with crackers is an old-style technique - CathyZKauai - 4:22pm on 11/09/18

Thanks Charley & Cathy Z! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:48pm on 11/09/18
ANyone remember the old 'apple' pie made with Ritz rather than apples? I never made it but [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 8:15pm on 11/09/18

I remember it, but never made it. Couldn't get around the oddness of salty-sounding crust. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:09pm on 11/10/18
I was served it once many years ago and was shocked to hear the “apples” were crackers. - Curious1 - 10:27pm on 11/10/18

I tasted it this morning, and although way to sweet for me - I think the guests will love it - deb-in-MI - 7:35pm on 11/11/18

30581. Has anyone frozen Slab Pumpkin Pie before? Notes in the linked recipe say it freezes well, and in [LINK] - wigs - 11:38am on 11/08/18 (9)

Nine! Oh My! - deb-in-MI - 12:16pm on 11/08/18

Okay. I know I need to do something overnight, but was concerned thawing in the fridge wouldn't be [LINK] - wigs - 7:20pm on 11/08/18
deb,just found an answer @ "thekitchn.com". In a nutshell--thaw for 12 hours in the refrigerator ==> - wigs - 7:28pm on 11/08/18

YAY YOU!! - deb-in-MI - 7:50pm on 11/08/18

I had a catering partner from 1989-1997, but then health problems forced her into an early - wigs - 4:43pm on 11/11/18

Thank you so much for taking the time to explain it all! - deb-in-MI - 7:34pm on 11/11/18

I'm stressing because I can't get my family organized enough to let me know who is - KarenNoCA - 3:19pm on 11/12/18

Damn girl...I'm impressed! [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:09pm on 11/09/18

I think U cook and give away more than what I sell, M! And yr gingerbread houses are works of art! [NT] - wigs - 4:45pm on 11/11/18

30582. Another cooking question regarding this Yotam Ottolenghi Barley Risotto with Marinated Feta recipe [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 2:48pm on 11/08/18 (2)

Since your barley is called plump SOUP barley it might be closest to pearl since - Charley - 3:07pm on 11/08/18
I can't answer about soup barley, but regular pearl barley needed less liquid - judy-mass - 1:15am on 11/13/18

30583. I eat Momofuko eggs all the time, but since my eggs are 1 day or a little more old, - KarenNoCA - 3:37pm on 11/09/18 (6)

Steaming eggs is so amazing. I can't believe I used to boil them. - CathyZKauai - 4:14pm on 11/09/18

Yes, my experience is the same. I go from fridge to steamer basket and let it go for... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:45pm on 11/09/18

Thanks all, and to Michael for the timing. I did my eggs for 10 minutes today - KarenNoCA - 7:57pm on 11/09/18

I steam room temp eggs for 12 min. Perfect for me. I occasionally had cold ones burst during - Janet in NC - 3:15pm on 11/10/18

Steamed my room temp eggs for 10 min, put is ice bath, peeled and into Momofuko marinade - KarenNoCA - 3:16am on 11/11/18

Ten minutes was too long for the creamy yolk I wanted. Next time will try 7 min. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 5:47pm on 11/11/18

30584. A Dyslexic version of *Crisp and Fluffy Potato Pancakes* from Michael Ruhlman - MarilynFL - 12:26pm on 11/10/18 (0)

30585. Candied Carrots from *Keepers* [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:48pm on 11/12/18 (6)

I've been cooking carrots like this for decades. My sister calls this 'ambrosia'. - Lana in FL - 2:10am on 11/13/18
Have you tried this with a homemade chicken stock? I've noticed that mine turns to a nice carmely - KarenNoCA - 2:31pm on 11/13/18

No, K. I just learned it this week. Looking forward to trying more recipes from this book. - MarilynFL - 10:14pm on 11/13/18

Faux tourne - carrot chunks on bias ;) [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 1:24pm on 11/14/18

Today in email from Bill Penzey on carrots - colleenmomof2 - 5:56pm on 11/14/18
Good video, C. Just remember that recipe timing is for 1/4" flat bias cut. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:17pm on 11/14/18

30586. Dress Cookies for a Birthday Party [IMAGE] - deb-in-MI - 5:51pm on 11/13/18 (11)

How very cute! See how versatile a little black dress can be? [NT] - wigs - 7:19pm on 11/13/18

Cute indeed. And if your arms are too old, just chew them off. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:48pm on 11/13/18

hahahaha! [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:08pm on 11/13/18

PS: Beautiful job, Deb. [So *that* is what a waist looks like. I'd forgotten.] [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:09pm on 11/13/18

Yeah, my waist is way wasted. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 1:44am on 11/14/18

Making a new batch; cutting off most of the thick upper arm - if only I could do this in real life! - deb-in-MI - 11:59am on 11/14/18

Very chic! - wigs - 7:33pm on 11/14/18

A few more [NT] [IMAGE] - deb-in-MI - 7:15pm on 11/14/18

Very cute, Deb. Which piping tip did you use for the red rosettes? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:22pm on 11/15/18

I used a number 13. I love rosettes - I sometimes cover an entire cake in those little roses:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:36pm on 11/15/18

Deb, So beautiful...... [NT] - GayR - 9:18pm on 11/14/18

30587. My 78-year old neighbor gently asked if I knew how to make bread pudding? To which I replied... - MarilynFL - 2:52am on 11/14/18 (16)

Marilyn, Here is one to begin with..... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 4:23am on 11/14/18

Marilyn, Another recipe to read..... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 2:14pm on 11/14/18

Marilyn, Nick Malgieri Coach House Bread Pudding [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 3:12pm on 11/14/18

I think that is a sad reality of today's 'bread'. I bought a loaf today for 97cents to make a - Marg CDN2 - 4:31am on 11/14/18

and I just consulted my old HEc book from the 60s and the recipe is the same but for - Marg CDN2 - 4:43am on 11/14/18

Marilyn, will you be MY neighbor? [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:24am on 11/14/18
What I use for French toast or bread pudding is the supermarket "Italian loaf"- - Charley - 12:00pm on 11/14/18

I have used hot dog buns and they work great. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 6:41pm on 11/14/18

Try King's Hawaiian for French toast (bread pudding too) for a treat!! DS has made it - Charley - 9:45pm on 11/14/18

Why not bring yr neighbor into the 21st century w/ this one which I love? Rum Raisin Bread Pudding! [LINK] - wigs - 7:17pm on 11/14/18
Have I mentioned lately how much I love you guys? If not, I love you guys. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:18pm on 11/14/18

Aah, Love you right back..... [NT] - GayR - 8:28pm on 11/14/18

This kind of old school recipe makes me think Paula deen [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 11:22pm on 11/15/18

Holy cow! Or more appropriately, Holy Sugar Cane! 4 cups total for bread & sauce? I want - MarilynFL - 2:18pm on 11/16/18
MDNoCA, I just now read this recipe, and it made me immediately think about how much more - wigs - 9:29pm on 11/16/18

hmmmm Interesting point. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:00pm on 11/17/18

30588. Wet brining turkey is out with the chefs now. - Charley - 12:27pm on 11/15/18 (5)

How coincidental that U posted this because I'd thought earlier this wk I needed to thank Joe & his [LINK] - wigs - 9:55pm on 11/16/18

"The gravy is sooooo good that my cousin actually stole the leftover gravy, put it in her purse [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 11:42am on 11/17/18

your guests stealing from you is one of the highest forms of praise ;) [NT] - pmassell_93 - 3:08pm on 11/17/18
I made Gary's brine & that turkey recipe 3 years ago when DH's sibs & spouses came to our house for - wigs - 3:10pm on 11/17/18

Oops, not my cousin but one of the Epi reviewers - colleenmomof2 - 3:20pm on 11/17/18

30589. A while back I talked about Portos, and today I saw a commercial for BOA that says - oli - 4:11pm on 11/15/18 (3)

What is BOA? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:37pm on 11/16/18

Bank Of America [NT] - oli - 4:41pm on 11/16/18

For those who don't know, here is a story - Charley - 4:27pm on 11/17/18

30590. Cardamom Walnut Cookies (Mutekke) [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 8:51pm on 11/15/18 (8)

Melissa Dallas, Thank you so much for posting this recipe it looks wonderful..... [NT] - GayR - 11:13pm on 11/15/18
Sounds YUM! I'm a big cardamom fan [NT] - cheezz - 2:41am on 11/16/18

Me too! Thanks Melissa! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:10am on 11/16/18

I think they sound wonderful too [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:17pm on 11/16/18

I bet another easy way to make these is to roll up the filling in filo:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:45am on 11/16/18

That would be good too, but you'd miss out on all the sour cream & egg yolks:) [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:18pm on 11/16/18

Ha. I thought the title said *(Mistake)* and that another dyslexic baker had joined me. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:15pm on 11/16/18

Too funny [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:18pm on 11/16/18

30591. Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:00am on 11/16/18 (4)

I like the idea of extra spinach. Looks good! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:00pm on 11/16/18
Oh, does this ever sound good. Thanks for posting! [NT] - wigs - 9:33pm on 11/16/18
making this for dinner tonight. Thanks! [NT] - pmassell_93 - 12:00am on 11/17/18

my version - pmassell_93 - 3:17am on 11/17/18

30592. Not T&T...yet: Cheat's Yoghurt & White Chocolate Crème Brûlée [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:41pm on 11/16/18 (2)

The pic of the choc. cake looks promising. [NT] - oli - 2:18am on 11/17/18
I believe that I've made a Donna Hay recipe before [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 11:16am on 11/17/18

30593. Great turkey gravy! - judy-mass - 11:07pm on 11/16/18 (1)

I have never made turkey with apple cider in it before. This might be the year! Thanks for the REC [NT] - wigs - 3:01pm on 11/17/18

30594. REC: Brown Braised Onions - judy-mass - 11:11pm on 11/16/18 (2)

Question: Do you trim the roots/root end OFF or do you just trim them short?--Thanks! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:26pm on 11/17/18

I trim off the root hairs and - judy-mass - 9:03pm on 11/17/18

30595. How early can I make pie dough Without freezing? - MariaDNoCA - 7:36am on 11/17/18 (5)

Maria, the only dough that changed in the refrigerator (versus freezer) had - MarilynFL - 12:55pm on 11/17/18

So helpful Marilyn - thanks! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:22pm on 11/17/18
The one time I had some stored pie dough take on a grey-ish hue is when I'd used UN-bleached flour - wigs - 2:59pm on 11/17/18

I have made and stored pie dough in the fridge for 2 days B4 rolling out and using, but BH&G says U - wigs - 2:42pm on 11/17/18
Thanks all, ok Monday or Tuesday it is! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:28pm on 11/17/18

30596. FRC: Shout out to Heather_in_SF - hoping you are feeling better since your surgery - colleenmomof2 - 11:24am on 11/17/18 (0)

30597. Chefs aret turning their backs on wet brining turkey-- - Charley - 12:09pm on 11/17/18 (0)

30598. Lost my mind: Why do I have 9 oz grated cheese, 1 lb cooked pork sausage, and... - Anna_X - 9:19pm on 11/17/18 (2)

Sure. Just add eggs and milk and you have a breakfast casserole. [NT] - Charley - 10:01pm on 11/17/18
Field of dreams? *Prep it and they will come to make you breakfast.* [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:24am on 11/18/18