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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

17987. I need a fast answer if anyone is around....a friend just called me, she needs a LIGHT batter for - Marsha tbay - 3:00pm on 03/26/10 (5)

This is good one from Taste of Home - DawnNYS - 3:55pm on 03/26/10

I have also found that the thinner the batter, the more. . . - mistral - 5:45pm on 03/26/10
I really like the Taste of Home recipe that you posted [NT] - BobbiJoAZ - 8:45pm on 03/27/10

Nan recently posted one; not sure if it what you are looking for. I was mayo based. Really yummy [LINK] - barb_b - 5:16pm on 03/26/10
Thanks, Barb and Dawn. She couldn't get online this AM so I gave her 2 I found and - Marsha tbay - 5:33pm on 03/26/10

17988. I need advice on which Kitchen Aid stand mixer to buy...... - Janet in NC - 6:53pm on 03/26/10 (21)

I recommend the tilt head. Had one for years and with the lift bowl, you have to drop the beater [LINK] - Steve2 in LA - 8:48pm on 03/26/10

Thanks steve, I know you're a great baker. I thought about refurbished but then was nervous about - Janet in NC - 9:46pm on 03/26/10

I always buy the refurbished if there is a choice - Richard in Cincy - 10:30pm on 03/26/10

--And if you can get an OLDER refurbished one or get one and get it refurbished. . . - mistral - 11:27pm on 03/26/10

Plus: most of the refurbished stuff I see around here. . . - mistral - 11:28pm on 03/26/10
I am thrilled to hear this news and will take your advice. Thank you all........more - Janet in NC - 12:01am on 03/27/10

I always buy refurbished when I can. Look at it this way ... it was new, something was wrong. Now [LINK] - Steve2 in LA - 12:00am on 03/27/10
Mine is a refurb - MariaDNoCA - 3:57am on 03/31/10

MariaD, where are you taking it? I took mine once(many years ago) - Luisa_Calif - 2:41pm on 03/31/10

I haven't yet, got a name from KA here in San Jose - MariaDNoCA - 3:44am on 04/01/10

Could you PM me the 800 number please? I'm leaving for Turkey tomorrow so - Luisa_Calif - 4:28am on 04/01/10

have a fabulous trip!! [NT] - AngAk - 5:23pm on 04/01/10

One caveat: I usually buy refurbs, but not for electronic stuff like cell phones. - Michael in Phoenix - 2:11pm on 03/27/10

I do business with a large company that "subs out" its refurb work. Make sure... - Michael in Phoenix - 7:20pm on 03/27/10

Absolutely agree to get the tilt head... - Timid - 4:19pm on 03/27/10

The tilt head used to have less watts -less power than the hanging bowl. Has that changed? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:58pm on 03/27/10

Just checked...both are 5 qt. bowls - Mom's 300W and Anniversary model 325W - Timid - 6:46pm on 03/27/10

I recommend the largest bowl possible, and I recommend buying two bowls. When I bought mine, 17 year - Joe - 3:33am on 03/28/10

I have the tilt head and there is a problem, - Judy-KY - 3:38pm on 03/28/10

I've been running into the same issue with the pin, Judy. It works itself - MarilynFL - 4:34pm on 03/28/10

I've been dealing with that as well and used to use a hammer to pound that sucker back in but then, - Steve2 in LA - 5:37pm on 03/30/10

17989. Rec: Triple Chocolate Cherry Cordial Brownies - Richard in Cincy - 9:28pm on 03/26/10 (1)

AH!! Just got back from my trip and zeroed in on this.... THANKS! (I think *g*) [NT] - cheezz - 2:56am on 04/03/10

17990. Crack Pie Indeed! [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 1:26am on 03/27/10 (11)

Thanks for the review, Melissa. I was wondering about that one. I know my A1C will take a hit... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:14am on 03/27/10

Yep, guess I have to try it too, thanks Melisssa??? [NT] - Nan - 2:17am on 03/27/10
At least a little piece goes a long way:)...Doesn't the fat slow down the carb uptake too? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:20am on 03/27/10

I could have a few bites as part of a larger meal. Sneaky, but effective. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:14am on 03/27/10
I count on that theory... sometimes too often! I'll never forget when I said - DawnNYS - 2:35pm on 03/27/10

Looking at the recipe again, isn't that almost identical to Canada's butter tarts w/out - DawnNYS - 2:42pm on 03/27/10

It reminds me of somewhere in between butterscotch brownies & pecan pie filling [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 7:37pm on 03/27/10

on the diabetes note, if you eat more fibre at that meal, you can often get away with - wildwoods - 5:33pm on 03/29/10

make the crust from that cereal?? [NT] - AngAk - 9:19pm on 03/29/10

not sure how that might turn out. you can mix it into ground meats and muffins and things like that - wildwoods - 4:26pm on 03/30/10

Made this for the Faculty St. Patrick's luncheon - Timid - 4:32pm on 03/27/10

17991. If this Broccoli Cheese Soup from Meryl isn't in T&T, it should be! [LINK] - DawnNYS - 3:42am on 03/27/10 (1)

Glad you liked it! [NT] - Meryl - 6:16am on 03/28/10

17992. with the garden chock full of parsley and mint I made my first Tabbouli of the season today, minus>> - Luisa_Calif - 11:05pm on 03/27/10 (4)

Would you care to share the recipe? By the way, if you can find - KarenNoCA - 1:14am on 03/28/10

I'll get some next time! Thanks. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 1:29am on 03/28/10

REC Tabbouli - Luisa_Calif - 1:36am on 03/28/10

I love Campari tomatoes! [NT] - Meryl - 6:17am on 03/28/10

17993. Amazing recipe at Yeastspotting... - SallyBR - 1:26am on 03/28/10 (1)

THAT is wild. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:23am on 03/28/10

17994. My Saturday Six - DawnNYS - 2:53am on 03/28/10 (9)

My Weekend Six - lizzy - 1:30pm on 03/28/10

Mina tambi�n, - Steve2 in LA - 8:20pm on 03/28/10

Steve, did you know that there is a breed of pig called the Mule Foot Pig? - mistral - 10:00pm on 03/28/10

Mines - Michael in Phoenix - 3:17pm on 03/28/10

Haha, while the cat's away... is your only business the - DawnNYS - 4:54pm on 03/28/10

Dawn, I'm a food and merchandise broker who specializes in closeouts and surplus. - Michael in Phoenix - 10:28pm on 03/28/10

My weekend six - taxes done, WOO HOO!!! - Music City Missy - 10:02pm on 03/28/10
Weekend Six. - Luisa_Calif - 11:24pm on 03/28/10
my six [LINK] - AngAk - 5:06am on 03/29/10

17995. Rec: Knickerbocker Dainty from 1917 - DawnNYS - 3:36pm on 03/28/10 (3)

AKA as Apple Dumplings. . . (more) - mistral - 9:55pm on 03/28/10

Oh, good use for chunky applesauce===fancies it up. [NT] - AngAk - 4:36am on 03/29/10
I thought dumplings were more like boiled/steamed dough, and these seemed like they'd - DawnNYS - 4:25pm on 03/29/10

17996. Dawn NYS, mistral and Steve2 in LA, marmalade update - Judy-KY - 3:47pm on 03/28/10 (6)

Sounds like a qualified success. Keep in mind, it will set-up further in the refrigerator. - Steve2 in LA - 8:01pm on 03/28/10

Let us know when you make another batch. . . - mistral - 9:51pm on 03/28/10
I agree with you S2LA. Commercial brands are bread-tearing-thick-as-sneaker soles. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:32pm on 03/28/10
I also agree with Steve that jams and such should be softer than commercial brands.. - Barbara in VA - 4:35pm on 03/29/10
I don't know. As an experiment, I took my second batch of marmalade - Lana in FL - 1:40am on 04/01/10

Good - glad it worked out for you [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:45pm on 03/29/10

17997. Whole Wheat (actually 1/2 whole wheat / 1/2 AP) Brunch Pizza on parchment paper. - Timid - 8:33pm on 03/28/10 (4)

Those sound great. I recently started making a version of those potatoes only w/out the rosemary. - Steve2 in LA - 8:51pm on 03/28/10

My pleasure... I'd like to be able to reciprocate on your helpful tips and suggestions. - Timid - 11:32pm on 03/28/10

My email included versions my friends would like me to make tomorrow for dinner. - Timid - 11:49pm on 03/28/10
Looks seriously fit t'eat. Thanks! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:31am on 03/29/10

17998. ISO: Richard.... about Egypt trip... - SallyBR - 9:44pm on 03/28/10 (2)

Sally I'm still waiting on all of me to arrive - Richard in Cincy - 3:42pm on 03/31/10

Duration of jet-lag..... - SallyBR - 7:46pm on 03/31/10

17999. ISO a mini-loaf recipe, either orange cranberry, or lemon type? Hoping to make for easter guests - MoNJ - 5:04pm on 03/29/10 (13)

this is my T&T cranberry/orange loaf. makes 3 mini loaves. icing is very nice. firm but not hard. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 5:17pm on 03/29/10

Thanks so much for posting. :) How long do you bake the minis for? [NT] - MoNJ - 5:27pm on 03/31/10

35-45 minutes [NT] - AngAk - 5:26pm on 04/01/10

Does anyone have the link to Gails w/ our mini loaves thread? Mar was wonderful and did such a nice - barb_b - 7:15pm on 03/29/10

Is this it? If so, I can post the recipes individually [NT] [LINK] - DawnNYS - 4:36am on 03/30/10

Can't see it... Link does not work for me. I just recall a great thread on how to use the lil - barb_b - 1:34pm on 03/30/10

Barb, I fixed it - somehow had an extra character in there. You should be able to - DawnNYS - 2:43pm on 03/30/10

Or... if you're feeling ambitious, you can read through these [NT] [LINK] - DawnNYS - 3:01pm on 03/30/10

Thanks so much Dawn--the link within the link for the Brother Rick's bread - MoNJ - 1:56pm on 03/31/10

Good ol' Epi - they destroyed the links. I was able to find it, however, by doing a - DawnNYS - 3:26am on 04/01/10

Done - in the Kitchen Tips forum here now [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:56am on 04/01/10
Thank you so much for taking the time to find this for me!! I will be sure to report back :) [NT] - MoNJ - 1:48pm on 04/01/10

MoNJ, Thanks to Dawn...Peruse the links. There was a wonderful thread re: the mini loafs. Let - barb_b - 3:44pm on 03/30/10

18000. To check out: Fiesta Chicken Tacos with Mango and Jicama Salad [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 10:22pm on 03/29/10 (0)

18001. ISO Curious1...shortly after returning from Philly I got the head cold from hell [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 1:56pm on 03/30/10 (3)

Beautiful pics. Sorry about the cold, I'm glad you're back and feeling better. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:39pm on 03/30/10
And coincidentally, I made your Eggplant Rolatini Casserole last night. Yum, I did use a jar of [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:46pm on 03/30/10
beautiful pics---doesn't help my raging Spring Fever though : ) [NT] - AngAk - 6:19pm on 03/30/10

18002. NFR check out my listing Pilates! [LINK] - suz - 3:26pm on 03/30/10 (2)

How cool is that!? Congrats, Suz! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:34pm on 03/30/10

Thank you! [NT] - suz - 6:26pm on 03/30/10

18003. anyone on blood thinners? I posted a link to a cookbook on Special Diet Forum [NT] - Nan - 3:33pm on 03/30/10 (2)

that's a good book, nan - it's very detailed with amounts of vitamin K in just about - wildwoods - 4:44pm on 03/30/10

thanks so much, that's what I was hoping for!! yep, we're still fiddling? [NT] - Nan - 5:40pm on 03/30/10

18004. Not really fond of the traditional Cream Cheese Frosting - Timid - 3:43pm on 03/30/10 (2)

That looks like a great frosting---thanks Timid [NT] - charlie - 5:57pm on 03/30/10
I second that! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:16pm on 03/30/10

18005. ISO: T & T American Chop Suey ??? - woody - 4:43pm on 03/30/10 (18)

My mother used to make this with - Sarah in Charleston - 5:25pm on 03/30/10
Have you tried a search on Google for "american chop suey recipe" . . . - mistral - 5:30pm on 03/30/10

I did google it. Was hoping I would get a tried & true that maybe - woody - 7:09pm on 03/30/10
Thanks! I found a Johnny Marzetti recipe that sounds good. [NT] - woody - 7:14pm on 03/30/10

I think the term "American Chop Suey" is redundant. Chop Suey is an American invention and bares - Steve2 in LA - 5:43pm on 03/30/10

Mah Momma used to make "chop suey" when we were kids and . . . - mistral - 12:49am on 03/31/10
Steve, will you please send me a t-shirt? XL Thanks [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 7:42pm on 03/31/10

Michael, what are you looking for? Something like "Having a Hell of a Time, Wish You Were Here"? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 1:20am on 04/01/10

How about simply, "Come to hell." Steve,, it's awfully confusing to see "straight tongue" - Joe - 2:23am on 04/01/10

I have a word to share regarding your confusion... "Therapy". Think about it. Years and YEARS of it. - Steve2 in LA - 4:36am on 04/01/10

The voices! The voices! They're starting again! - Joe - 7:09pm on 04/01/10

If "the voices" are back are you saying a Hundred Million Miracles are Gliding Through Your Memoree - Steve2 in LA - 5:34am on 04/02/10

Groan!!! I'm leaving for San Francisco in two weeks, and now I can't stop humming these tunes! - Marianne - 1:27am on 04/03/10
Steve, I know when I'm beat. You've out-showtuned me. [NT] - Joe - 4:11am on 04/03/10

This is the one my mom used to make, but she called it goulash. [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 8:23pm on 03/30/10

My Mom's slum gulligan: - mistral - 1:07am on 03/31/10

Thanks for the help. I think I should just leave this to my - woody - 1:46pm on 03/31/10
Woody, you may want to call the place & ask for the recipe. My friend does this frequently and gets - Traca - 3:14am on 04/11/10

18006. Following Heather's advice/recipe in her blog, I am making dulche de leche in - DawnNYS - 6:37pm on 03/30/10 (8)

I took it out after 7 hours - wrapped the can in aluminum foil so it wouldn't leave - DawnNYS - 10:47pm on 03/30/10
Not sure how I flubbed this up. I guess my CP wasn't as hot as I thought. After - DawnNYS - 12:07am on 03/31/10

Dawn, I tried it once with the low fat and it was not good - Music City Missy - 9:07pm on 03/31/10

How interesting (and tragic) - Heather_in_SF - 7:11pm on 04/01/10

I did cook it for 7 hrs, but read on one of the "recipes" somewhere that she left it on for - DawnNYS - 12:10am on 04/02/10

Dawn, you can't find it in your area? Target sells it [NT] - cheezz - 5:33pm on 04/03/10

Yes, probably. Thanks for the confimation! Same results. [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:11am on 04/02/10

I tried it again yesterday - and let it cook overnight (total about 18 hours) and it - DawnNYS - 1:13pm on 04/03/10

18007. Posted some cookbooks in LB, if anyone's interested. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:45pm on 03/30/10 (0)

18008. Looking for T&T (not "looks good" please) Eggplant Parmesan recipe - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:52pm on 03/30/10 (10)

Rec: Richard's Eggplant Parmigianno - Richard in Cincy - 3:32pm on 03/31/10

Lovely recipe. Your sauce recipe is almost exactly like mine except I use different wine. - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:22pm on 03/31/10

Cathy, did you see the Rollatini at 18001? sounds delish too. [NT] - AngAk - 5:24pm on 03/31/10

Thanks Angie- I will check it out. And did you get my e mail? [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:57pm on 03/31/10

yes. I'm trying to think of all the best possibilities. [NT] - AngAk - 11:06pm on 03/31/10

Cathy, here is mine, direct from my great Auntie Annie. The eggplant is fired, but after salting [LINK] - Joe - 2:08am on 04/01/10

Um,. fried, though it would be interesting to see what sort of eggplant-based crockery - Joe - 2:09am on 04/01/10

I thought that was fancy for "grilled". new cooking term? works for me. especially BBQ season [NT] - AngAk - 5:28pm on 04/01/10

Delicious. I will make this one too from Great Aunt Annie. thanks Joe. - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:34am on 04/01/10

I just tasted my first braise. The day is Friday. I bought 4 beef briskets at Costco and cooked one - Joe - 4:08am on 04/01/10

18009. I finally got around to cooking my corned beef today. - Dawn_MO - 11:03pm on 03/30/10 (1)

Guess what...that is a very common mistake that many people make - KarenNoCA - 12:06am on 03/31/10

18010. Easter menus, anyone? [LINK] - DawnNYS - 12:58pm on 03/31/10 (37)

We are doing a brunch this year. - Dawn_MO - 1:40pm on 03/31/10

Have you made the Lox and Cheese Terrine before, Dawn? Sounds wonderful! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:49pm on 03/31/10

No, I haven't. But most of the recipes that I have gotten - Dawn_MO - 2:36pm on 03/31/10
I have this in the fridge right now Cyn. - Dawn_MO - 7:35pm on 04/03/10

The Zippy Praline Bacon sounds interesting too! [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:08pm on 03/31/10

I haven't made this either, but how can you go wrong? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:36pm on 03/31/10

What an elegant menu! It sounds perfect to me. What will be in the seafood salad? [NT] - Marianne - 7:41pm on 03/31/10

I am not sure because my stepdaughter is making it. I will let you - Dawn_MO - 7:59pm on 03/31/10

I added the T&T Onion Bagel recipe. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:27pm on 04/02/10

Sounds yummy! Are you using the asparagus salad recipe you've posted? - GeorgiaRose - 6:26pm on 03/31/10

Sure am! [LINK] - DawnNYS - 2:47am on 04/01/10

Will be going to MILs; bringing something "green"... Have not decided.. [NT] - barb_b - 10:47pm on 03/31/10

Rec: Spinach Salad with Carrot and Orange - barb_b - 10:52pm on 03/31/10

Barb, this sounds great - thanks for posting. [NT] - Meryl - 10:56pm on 03/31/10

Rec: Strawberry Pecan Spinach Salad - Timid - 12:21am on 04/01/10

Thanks! [NT] - Meryl - 12:37am on 04/01/10

simple roasted chicken and this Penne alla Papalina posted on Splendid Table this week. Rec: - AngAk - 5:48pm on 04/01/10

and I baked some Paska Easter bread last night, so breakfast will be that and colored eggs and ?? [NT] - AngAk - 5:50pm on 04/01/10

and candied bacon! that rounds out the breakfast menu. [NT] - AngAk - 6:08pm on 04/01/10

Which bacon recipe are you going to use Ang? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 6:27pm on 04/01/10

Pecan Praline Bacon on EPI. I read it on a blog yesterday but can't remember which one. [LINK] - AngAk - 10:37pm on 04/01/10

That's the same one that I am going to make. Have you made it before? - Dawn_MO - 12:27pm on 04/02/10

nope, first time making it. But, how can it be bad?? - AngAk - 6:13pm on 04/02/10

It's the chili powder that has me waffling a little bit about the recipe. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 8:54pm on 04/02/10

I've made this a number of times, and it's always a hit. The amount of chili is fine--not - Shaun in TO - 10:32pm on 04/02/10

do you use white or brown sugar? [NT] - AngAk - 11:41pm on 04/02/10

White, as in the recipe. But there are plenty of variations with brown. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 3:25pm on 04/03/10

Do you use a pure chile powder or chili powder? Would a little - Dawn_MO - 7:30pm on 04/03/10

I think cayenne would be the wrong kind of heat. Some of the reviewers sub chipotle powder, which - Shaun in TO - 8:07pm on 04/03/10

Thanks Shaun! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:14pm on 04/03/10

What Easter desserts are you doing? I'm coming up blank... [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:40pm on 04/01/10

Candied strawberries and cupcakes from - DawnNYS - 8:26pm on 04/01/10
I don't do Easter, but this is a fantastic dessert: Strawberry Charlotte Russe: - Meryl - 9:22pm on 04/01/10

Here's another great one: Strawberry (or Raspberry) Cream Pie - Meryl - 9:24pm on 04/01/10

This is very good Meryl. I have it in the fridge cooling for tomorrow. - Dawn_MO - 7:28pm on 04/03/10

Glad you like it! [NT] - Meryl - 8:18pm on 04/03/10

This looks good: Strawberry Cream Pie in a Thyme Scented Almond Crust [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 1:11pm on 04/02/10

18011. REC: Lemon Biscotti Dipped in White Chocolate- sent these out yesterday [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 12:58pm on 03/31/10 (2)

I was trying to think of what to make for the Easter Farmer's Market - thx!! :) [NT] - michelle - 9:53pm on 03/31/10

My pleasure, Michelle. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:05am on 04/01/10

18012. Got Peeps? Let's add them here. A tradition from the old Gail's Recipe Swap. I'll start [NT] [LINK] - FloriSandy - 12:43am on 04/01/10 (26)

I'm too pooped to peep...this'll hafta do :-) [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:56am on 04/01/10

Oh.... - FloriSandy - 12:47am on 04/02/10

"(Daddy)...why are they trying to kill people? We don't know honey." - MariaDNoCA - 6:27am on 04/03/10

HAHA - one of my favorite old "flame wars" from Gail's! - PatBastrop - 2:37pm on 04/01/10

Nope. Probably before I "landed" at Gail's - lol. Never saw the flame war. Can you - FloriSandy - 12:50am on 04/02/10

I'm sure it is long, long buried. But FG thought the peeps were - PatBastrop - 4:41am on 04/02/10

Oh, that's too funny! [NT] - Shaun in TO - 1:01pm on 04/02/10
That must have been funny. Perhaps - FloriSandy - 10:45pm on 04/02/10

was he not from the US or Canada? who wouldn't know what a Peep is, especially at Eastertime. [NT] - AngAk - 11:41pm on 04/02/10

I think he was from the northeast -- why do I think he was from New England or PA? [NT] - PatBastrop - 3:26am on 04/03/10
I'm in Canada, and I didn't know what Peeps were before I joined to this list. (Ah, innocence lost.) [NT] - Shaun in TO - 3:27pm on 04/03/10

I didn't either. I went to Saudi in 1990 and found Gail's when we finally - orchid - 7:10pm on 04/03/10

I happened to mention to my DH a few weeks ago that the FK and Eat@ recipe swap was so much calmer - wigs - 3:51pm on 04/22/10

'mere' recipes!!?? I think I may have to squabble with him. [NT] - AngAk - 5:09pm on 04/22/10

I LOVE these clips and yes, I think of the flame war EVER time I see a peep!!!(nt) [NT] - daricem - 7:47pm on 04/01/10

I do too. I still flinch when I see 'peep' in a post. [NT] - Lana in FL - 11:32pm on 04/01/10

Say it isn't so....Sushi Peeps [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:22am on 04/03/10

Maria, just saw this. That is so funny. Peeps have a rough life - don't they? [NT] - FloriSandy - 1:26am on 04/06/10

and of course we'll need a Peeo show [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:39am on 04/03/10

...err, that should be Peep Show [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:40am on 04/03/10

Because of this I bought peeps yesterday, I'm hiding them in my room and will - Heather_in_SF - 8:14pm on 04/03/10

ROFL! Too funny, Heather. Have a wonderful Easter -- you are so lucky - PatBastrop - 12:27am on 04/04/10

Okay folks, here it is: The Peep Show, aka food torture. Not only did I torture a peep but [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 10:31pm on 04/04/10

now I want a s'more! [NT] - AngAk - 3:21am on 04/05/10
TOO funny Heather! You have waaaaaaaay too much time on your evil hands :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:43pm on 04/05/10
LOL!! Heather, we did the same thing last night (see my Greek Easter below)! [NT] - FloriSandy - 1:13am on 04/06/10

18013. Do I buy this chocolate tempering machine on amazing sale? [LINK] [IMAGE] - Lana in FL - 1:51am on 04/01/10 (7)

Very tempting! Super price- can you skimp on something else? [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:03am on 04/01/10

Yup! Just decided I have to have it. - Lana in FL - 11:30pm on 04/01/10

I'm jealous! Have fun with it! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:23am on 04/02/10

Ihope you have better luck than I did. - rhoward2va - 4:07pm on 04/02/10

Would you post the microwave method please? Thanks! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 4:24pm on 04/02/10

Here you go. [NT] [LINK] - rhoward2va - 7:37am on 04/04/10

I'll let you know. I hope it works. [NT] - Lana in FL - 6:49pm on 04/02/10

18014. Wouldn't you consider this tacky?! Or is it me. - DawnNYS - 4:14am on 04/01/10 (10)

I'd say something to the manager. Then, I'd find that waitress and shave "home fries" into her hair. - Steve2 in LA - 4:39am on 04/01/10
Definitely say something to the manager. I would have called them on the extra charge, small as ... - elaine - 4:43am on 04/01/10
Waitress Fail - MariaDNoCA - 7:44am on 04/01/10

We waited for someone to take our order, and they waited on a large table - DawnNYS - 6:55pm on 04/01/10

Our local diner is getting crazy about nickeling us to death. - MarilynFL - 12:18am on 04/02/10

Make Lar a great breakfast at home and then go out for coffee at the local diner and cure his fix. - Janet in NC - 12:24am on 04/02/10

Janet, the pity is...I love eating a great breakfast OUT myself. And we - MarilynFL - 12:35am on 04/02/10

Should'a told the cook that it was gluten-free bread or something like that - DawnNYS - 4:00am on 04/02/10
hahaha, Marilyn going rogue at breakfast. [NT] - AngAk - 6:17pm on 04/02/10
I really hear you Marilyn!! - Glennis_NoCA - 12:01am on 04/05/10

18015. How to paint with chocolate --COLink (I keep wanting to say COMN) [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:40am on 04/01/10 (3)

Lovely. Whimsical Bakehouse genius does the same. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:58pm on 04/01/10

Very purdy! - Thanks Mar [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:08am on 04/02/10

Thanks, Maria and Marilyn - forwarding to artistic DD [NT] - Lana in FL - 6:44pm on 04/02/10

18016. Does anyone have a good Scalloped potato recipe - carol whidbey Is - 2:18pm on 04/01/10 (6)

Sensational Potato Casserole (very, very tasty) - Sylvia - 3:23pm on 04/01/10
Not T & T but this looks fantastic!! [NT] [LINK] - woody - 3:50pm on 04/01/10

Oh my - it sure does! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:41pm on 04/01/10
T&T by me, it's wonderful. From Rick Rodgers, recipe on Epi calls for Danish Blue, which I used. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 8:59pm on 04/01/10

from our T&T. lots of other great potato recipes in there too. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 6:07pm on 04/01/10
This is a excellent T&T standby I've used many times [NT] [LINK] - GeorgiaRose - 5:49pm on 04/03/10

18017. Hot Cross Buns making us cross - any suggestions? - Heather_in_SF - 7:38pm on 04/01/10 (13)

I have had that problem with Hot Cross Buns, thought it was par for the course...(nt) [NT] - daricem - 7:49pm on 04/01/10
Hmm, I've eaten them, but not often because they are usually pretty stale, no matter how fresh they - DawnNYS - 7:58pm on 04/01/10
Too much yeast. try making the dough the night before and using. . . - mistral - 9:33pm on 04/01/10
Take a look at Pioneer Woman's blog today. REC: Hot Cross Buns [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 9:35pm on 04/01/10
could it be the eggs? [NT] - AngAk - 10:31pm on 04/01/10
H, I did a comparison to CathyZ cinnamon rolls, which turn out - MarilynFL - 12:08am on 04/02/10

It's good to see you Mar. You have been missed! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 12:29am on 04/02/10

Work is crazy. I should be remote-logging in right now, but I want to be here!!! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:37am on 04/02/10

You're analytical brain never ceases to amaze me. It's what makes you so special to us. [NT] - orchid - 1:53am on 04/02/10

My mind thanks you. My heart hugs you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:14pm on 04/02/10

80) [NT] - orchid - 3:23am on 04/03/10

Agree with Marilyn re too little liquid. I do not have this problem with my annual recipe, which [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 1:09pm on 04/02/10
Thank you all for your thoughtful responses! My mom is psyched to try again - Heather_in_SF - 8:11pm on 04/03/10

18018. I had lunch yesterday with the reporter from our local newspaper. - Dawn_MO - 12:27am on 04/02/10 (20)

BEEP...BEEP...BEEP SENDING GOOD VIBES NW...SENDING GOOD VIBES NW.... [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:29am on 04/02/10

(((Mar))) [NT] - Dawn_MO - 12:31am on 04/02/10

Keep smiling! This sounds wonderful for you! Never mind the trolls under the bridge - PatBastrop - 12:45am on 04/02/10

I can think of no better qualified energetic visionary. Great success comes when you help others... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:36am on 04/02/10

Go for the pipe dream Dawn and good luck. You've got nothing to lose by trying [NT] - FloriSandy - 12:55am on 04/02/10
Go for it, this is how Paula Deen got her start & looky where she is! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:30am on 04/02/10
Smile away! [NT] - Joe - 4:37am on 04/02/10
Go girl go!! I feel the positive energy. Keep it up and my wishes to you. [NT] - elaine - 5:27am on 04/02/10
lots of positive stuff going on----enjoy!! [NT] - AngAk - 6:05am on 04/02/10
Keeping my fingers crossed for you Dawn. Sounds like you have some great ideas - Barbara in VA - 12:43pm on 04/02/10
Here's wishing that it all comes true! Sounds wonderful! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:45pm on 04/02/10
I am so excited for you!! Your energy is infectious! I wish you the best! [NT] - barb_b - 2:27pm on 04/02/10
It has me smiling, too, Dawn. And I'm proud to have been a source of some ideas for you. - Marianne - 3:33pm on 04/02/10
Wonderful! You deserve it. What is the lunch delivery idea? I must've missed it (again!). [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:05pm on 04/02/10

Here you go... [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 4:22pm on 04/02/10

Thanks - now I remember - good luck!! [NT] - DawnNYS - 5:35pm on 04/03/10

Thank you everyone for your warm wishes and encouragement! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 4:22pm on 04/02/10
Lots of luck, Dawn! [NT] - Lana in FL - 6:41pm on 04/02/10
Woo Hoo! Sounds like a terrific opportunity for you, Dawn. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:30pm on 04/02/10
You GO Dawn_MO!!! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 12:51am on 04/12/10

18019. Does anyone have a good online source for exc. quality vanilla beans? TIA! [NT] - michelle - 12:52am on 04/02/10 (7)

I have some from Penzeys that I have not used yet, but have had excellent [LINK] - Nan - 4:50pm on 04/02/10
here was a thread about this. I think Meryl ordered from beanilla. AmericanSpice is another [LINK] - AngAk - 6:24pm on 04/02/10

Yes I did - Beanilla is great! Excellent customer service and excellent beans! [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:15pm on 04/02/10

I bought some frrom Vanilla Saffron [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 7:40pm on 04/02/10
Michelle, you could come to my house and hunt for the 10-pack I ordered...and lost. - MarilynFL - 11:54pm on 04/03/10

Marilyn, trust me when I tell you that you won't find the rest of your vanilla beans UNTIL you - wigs - 7:30pm on 04/05/10

ah, so that's why! I've been holding off because I KNOW they're here somewhere. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:53am on 04/06/10

18020. Checking in--wow--lots of posts! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:05am on 04/02/10 (2)

Ooh, take care of yourself. Those hours are tough, but at least - DawnNYS - 5:34pm on 04/03/10
It's good to hear from you Amanda [NT] - AngAk - 3:24am on 04/05/10

18021. Richard, the Eggplant Parmesan was wonderful- thank you - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:01pm on 04/02/10 (1)

Yay! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:39pm on 04/05/10

18022. Rec: Bacon & Chipotle Potato Salad - Melissa Dallas - 7:48pm on 04/02/10 (4)

Boy, does this ever read delicious! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:29pm on 04/02/10
yummmm.... my 3 favorite things all in one recipe! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 8:12pm on 04/03/10
Yum! I making this on Monday. That will use up two boiled eggs. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:16pm on 04/03/10
I'm making this one today too! Thanks, Melissa. [NT] - PatBastrop - 12:58pm on 04/05/10

18023. I made the pistachio shortbread people have been mentioning here. [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 7:52pm on 04/02/10 (0)

18024. Made this chicken with gorgonzola & marsala [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 7:56pm on 04/02/10 (7)

Sounds wonderful. I'm going to try it next week. This just may have to go into T&T - Elenor - 8:09pm on 04/02/10

It's #59 in T&T. It's such a great recipe and I make it often. Thanks Brooksie! [NT] - orchid - 3:17am on 04/03/10

Does sound wonderful! Am I the only one that makes marsala chicken with sweet marsala? [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:07pm on 04/02/10

I don't. I also don't think I'd like the sweet with the cheese, but I never tried it that way [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:32pm on 04/02/10
Excuse my ignorance. I thought there was only the sweet. So should I get the the unsweetened? - Elenor - 1:23am on 04/03/10

There's dry and sweet-kinda like champagne. The dry is nutty-kind of like dry sherry. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:36am on 04/03/10
I've used the sweet with chicken covered in mozzarella and it was great! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:59am on 04/03/10

18025. My first trip to Aldi - Melissa Dallas - 8:04pm on 04/02/10 (10)

I'm hoping they make it to Phoenix soon. I haven't googled it, but... - Michael in Phoenix - 8:22pm on 04/02/10

They simultaneously opened a whole bunch of stores in this area. - Melissa Dallas - 10:31pm on 04/02/10
I know it has German origins... or that's what I was told when it came here :o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:09pm on 04/03/10

I googled. Here's the lowdown: Aldi's is owned by a corp. in Germany... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:10pm on 04/03/10

Why thank you very much Michael! [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:25am on 04/04/10

Geez! You people are spoiled! I was thrilled when a Publix just opened up 45 minutes away. [NT] - Marianne - 3:11am on 04/03/10

You're right, Marianne. The Phoenix market has always been very competitive. - Michael in Phoenix - 6:32am on 04/03/10

Eight-pound?! for $6? Sounds yummy. [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:38pm on 04/03/10
Yeah, it was already on sale when I bought it, and it was in the "manager's special" section as well [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:03pm on 04/03/10
Wow, what a find! I don't see specials like that anywhere in my neck of the woods. [NT] - Marianne - 3:53pm on 04/03/10

18026. For Easter: Stupidly Simple Monkey Bread - and oldie but a goodie [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:04am on 04/03/10 (3)

similar - one of my favorites: Bubble Bread Breakfast Treat - cheezz - 5:42pm on 04/03/10

I make ones similar to both of these - if you want to gild the lily.... - Music City Missy - 1:53am on 04/04/10

and I just know we can get some chocolate in there with very little effort! [NT] - cheezz - 11:49pm on 04/05/10

18027. Mellow Bakers: Jeffrey Hamelman's BREAD - SallyBR - 11:59am on 04/03/10 (0)

18028. Spring Weekend Six - DawnNYS - 5:47pm on 04/03/10 (8)

My Country Weekend Six - Heather_in_SF - 8:30pm on 04/03/10

Wool sweaters and 47 in CA and 87 and sunburns in NY - what's wrong? I know you are - DawnNYS - 10:54pm on 04/03/10

I know, right? I'm in the gold country area, only 1400 feet and SNOW! - Heather_in_SF - 3:22am on 04/04/10

Saturday Six - Dawn_MO - 9:50pm on 04/03/10

Your loaf pan makes me feel better about buying 2# of pecans & finding 2# in the freezer, unopened. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:04pm on 04/05/10
maybe that loaf pan you thought you bought and Marilyn's vanilla beans ran off together. mysteries [NT] - AngAk - 5:33pm on 04/05/10

lol. I am starting to wonder if I even bought one or not. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 6:27pm on 04/05/10

My Saturday Six - Melissa Dallas - 3:49am on 04/04/10

18029. REc: Orange Blossom Pecan Bars - Melissa Dallas - 7:56pm on 04/03/10 (1)

Wow, do these sound good! I'll B making them 4 a party I'm attending on Fri. Thx! [NT] - wigs - 7:13pm on 04/05/10

18030. My SpaceSaver toaster oven died. Need to get new toaster oven. Recommendations? - BobbiJoAZ - 9:51pm on 04/03/10 (5)

I just saw something about this the other day - will look and see if I can find the recs [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:26am on 04/04/10
My mom's consumer reports just arrived today, they say the Cuisinart oven is the top rated. - Heather_in_SF - 3:23am on 04/04/10

I used to have a DeLonghi toaster oven, and it was great. [NT] - Meryl - 4:09am on 04/04/10

I have a DeLonghi too (12 yrs!) and have loved it except for one thing...... - Janet in NC - 5:12pm on 04/04/10
Thanks, I'm going to look at some of these today. [NT] - BobbiJoAZ - 1:54pm on 04/05/10

18031. Happy Easter Everyone.....Hope your weather is as nice as here :) ie Not TOO Hot :) [NT] - joanietoo - 2:00pm on 04/04/10 (4)

Blessed Easter - Earnie - 5:38pm on 04/04/10
Blessed Easter - Earnie - 5:53pm on 04/04/10
Just wanted to stop by and wish everyone a Blessed Easter! - Glennis_NoCA - 1:19am on 04/05/10
I hope everyone had a nice day. Bee-ootious here! Lots of dishes to wash now! [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:33am on 04/05/10

18032. I took a break for cooking all morning and got a chuckle from Richard's 1997 post in Gail's archives [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 5:59pm on 04/04/10 (5)

Please don't shre this with my husband!!! [NT] - Music City Missy - 6:41pm on 04/04/10
This is so ossum I must print and add to neice's wedding gift - MariaDNoCA - 6:52pm on 04/04/10
Another blast in time for Easter: A lamb cake tip and tale [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:55pm on 04/04/10

Oh I remember this!!! I was at work and got busted for playing on the web because I was laughing so - Heather_in_SF - 10:33pm on 04/04/10

Those were the days, TG things have changed somewhat hahaha! [NT] - joanietoo - 8:53pm on 04/06/10

18033. NFR -- did anyone feel the 6.9 in SOCAL - actually, it was in Baja, but felt in LA. Jane?? [NT] - PatBastrop - 11:31pm on 04/04/10 (6)

I am in Yuma, AZ and moved to a doorway rather quickly. I - BobbiJoAZ - 11:44pm on 04/04/10
Checked-in w/family in Burbank & Long Beach - they felt it - MariaDNoCA - 1:38am on 04/05/10
I am here in Orange County this weekend for the baby shower- - Susie in CO - 5:18am on 04/05/10
San Diego relatives felt it, definitely. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:59am on 04/05/10
I was driving and wondered why my car was wobbling. It wasn't very strong in L.A. [NT] - Joe - 2:49pm on 04/05/10
Yup, felt it here! It rolled for over a minute, and my doors kept opening/closing - yikes! [NT] - cheezz - 12:06am on 04/06/10

18034. Downscaling a Boxed Cake Mix - MarilynFL - 1:16am on 04/05/10 (17)

That thar is what I call a liddle bit of ossum, thanks for sharing- looks yummy [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:44am on 04/05/10
As usual, perfect! I dipped strawbs for Easter too. Fun, huh? BTW, I love your flowery plates! [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:46am on 04/05/10
Very pretty. I remember when I took cake decorating classes that - Melissa Dallas - 3:10am on 04/05/10
I'm pretty sure that one of those berries has my initials on it. save it for me. [NT] - AngAk - 3:39am on 04/05/10
Beautiful, Marilyn! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:21am on 04/05/10
Lovely job! [NT] - barb_b - 11:14am on 04/05/10
Marilyn, you never cease to amaze me! I want to be your neighbor! [NT] - PatBastrop - 12:55pm on 04/05/10
Gorgeous cake Mar! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:02pm on 04/05/10
Marilyn, you may have downscaled the size of your box mix cake, but you sure did NOT downscale - wigs - 7:02pm on 04/05/10
Super job, Mar....as usual! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:08pm on 04/05/10
Same thing I said last time....you are awesome and I love your dishes! You are gifted! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 8:52pm on 04/05/10
She can't make caramel but she can do everything else!!! Beautiful cake and - GayleMO - 9:51pm on 04/05/10

Thank you, everyone, for the lovely comments. I can't wait to try some other 6" cakes with liqueur - MarilynFL - 11:02pm on 04/05/10

Just let us know.... we'll all be there to taste test for ya *g* [NT] - cheezz - 12:09am on 04/06/10

That's a cake worthy of big bucks Mar! Awesome. [NT] - FloriSandy - 1:35am on 04/07/10
What I love best is that you used a cake mix. I always feel a little - DawnNYS - 12:31am on 04/08/10
I'd trade caramel for one of these any day... *sigh* [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 12:58am on 04/12/10

18035. Cheezz - your Pistachio Crusted Chicken with Mustard Cream Sauce is outstanding! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 9:26am on 04/05/10 (4)

It's a masterpiece from Bon App�tit - LOVE it! Thanks, deb *g* [NT] - cheezz - 12:12am on 04/06/10

I bet this would be good with salmon. I'll give it a try. [NT] - AngAk - 8:00pm on 04/06/10

I think it would be great with tilapia too! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:44am on 04/07/10

I've heard of people having great success using fish in this recipe - go for it! [NT] - cheezz - 5:02am on 04/08/10

18036. Leftover Peeps? Make sushi! [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:13am on 04/05/10 (2)

Michael, stop playing with your food this instant! [NT] - Joe - 10:10pm on 04/05/10
Great tip Michael, thanks! I have two yellow and two pink leftover.... [NT] - FloriSandy - 1:10am on 04/07/10

18037. I just saw this pasta recipe on French television and I can't wait for summer. So simple-- [LINK] - Joe - 4:03pm on 04/05/10 (1)

Summer is here! 85 degrees. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:58pm on 04/05/10

18038. Project: help create a menu showing basic cooking techniques - MariaDNoCA - 10:30pm on 04/05/10 (17)

Here are some I'd do: - Melissa Dallas - 11:09pm on 04/05/10

Time line plan and make ahead - Earnie - 5:38pm on 04/06/10

Knife skills are really important. Maybe start with some vegetable cuts and then cut up a chicken - Joe - 11:11pm on 04/05/10
If she's interested in baking, showing her how to cream butter and sugar is essential, plus - Meryl - 11:33pm on 04/05/10
how to make meringue, basic chicken stock, roast chicken, pie crust... [NT] - cheezz - 12:16am on 04/06/10
Pasta primavera...shows cutting skills, sauteeing skills, and a simple alfredo sauce - MarilynFL - 12:48am on 04/06/10

A flat pie crust tart (crostini) that can be made before guests arrive - MarilynFL - 12:50am on 04/06/10

pie crust in general and using phllyo dough - 2 still challenges for me [NT] - elaine - 5:14am on 04/06/10

How to choose meat - beef cuts; How to have tender meat, different kinds of roasts; cuts of pork - Marsha tbay - 12:55am on 04/06/10
How to pound chicken to an even thickness then ... - deb-in-MI - 9:17am on 04/06/10
The older "Joy of Cooking" should be in the mix somewhere. - Dawn_MO - 12:17pm on 04/06/10
Make sure it is a menu that is simple and that she can succeed with right away - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:56pm on 04/06/10

I think an easy appy is in order like guacomole or a dip eg....smoked.... - joanietoo - 8:46pm on 04/06/10

Perhaps you could get her a cast iron pot....and let her help season it by boiling up all the.... - joanietoo - 8:49pm on 04/06/10
This brings back memories. I got married without ever having made a meal! - MoNJ - 12:18pm on 04/08/10
How to make mayo, and some other basic sauces like Bernaise, Hollandaise and Bechamel sauce. [NT] - EvaN - 7:36pm on 04/08/10
Oh fun! A "Kitchen" Shower!...A veggie peeler and good - Glennis_NoCA - 1:14am on 04/12/10

18039. My delicious Greek Easter. Kudos to Evelyn Athens for Rec: Greek Roast Leg of Lamb with Potatoes [LINK] - FloriSandy - 1:16am on 04/06/10 (9)

The Tzatziki appy [NT] [LINK] - FloriSandy - 1:16am on 04/06/10

Since I've been "eating healthy" I also use this as a side dish. I slice the cucs instead of grating - CynUpstateNY - 8:14am on 04/06/10

I'd prefer chunkier pieces of cukes too Cyn. Have you tried raita? I like it much better and diced [LINK] - FloriSandy - 1:06am on 04/07/10

Thanks! Only had it it restaurants but now I'll make it at home! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:09pm on 04/07/10

I dunno, but your Peeps pictures might be a bit risque! or maybe it's just me. haha [NT] - AngAk - 8:08pm on 04/06/10

Ah, you're thinking m�nage � Peep? LOL We've decided to go into production next year to film - FloriSandy - 10:48pm on 04/06/10

Poor Pink and Blue, Go Yellow!!! [NT] - joanietoo - 8:57pm on 04/06/10
Oh that is too funny!!!! I love torturing peeps, don't you? [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 12:45am on 04/10/10

I do now <sinister grin> [NT] - FloriSandy - 6:08pm on 04/11/10

18040. Soft stick candy source? Does anyone remember this candy... - MariaDNoCA - 8:25am on 04/06/10 (19)

I vaguely remember something similar to this, although I might be [LINK] - DawnNYS - 4:29am on 04/07/10
Here's another place you might try to see if they have them [NT] [LINK] - Judy-KY - 12:44pm on 04/07/10

Thanks here are some I ordered to try out.... - MariaDNoCA - 2:38am on 04/08/10

What was everyone's favorite candy that you ate when a kid? Mine were - DawnNYS - 12:38am on 04/08/10
What was everyone's favorite candy that you ate as a kid? Mine were - DawnNYS - 12:38am on 04/08/10

Anything chocolate, of course: Milky Way, Snickers, Almond Joy, Nestle's Crunch, Milk Duds, - Meryl - 1:16am on 04/08/10
Malted Milk Balls, especially the Robin Egg ones at Easter. Green fondant - Melissa Dallas - 1:25am on 04/08/10
Adams sour orange gum, fire stix, green apple stix, Bun bars, slo poke, turkish taffy [NT] - AngAk - 1:39am on 04/08/10
Just bought a pack of Black Jack. Flavor doesn't last as long as it did, but still good! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:20am on 04/08/10
Vanilla Bonomo Taffy (all cracked up), lemon drops, root beer barrels, anise drops, - Dawn_MO - 12:28pm on 04/08/10
I wasnt a kid but they were called Ginger Jongs. Made by a company in England with a double name.> - aajay - 1:31pm on 04/08/10
Pop-Rocks! And Bubbleishious bubble gum. (W/o the spider eggs, for those that remember) [NT] - barb_b - 2:27pm on 04/08/10
A box of Good 'N Plenty at the Saturday movie matinee! [NT] - Marianne - 2:32pm on 04/08/10
Does anyone remember the small - Richard in Cincy - 3:09pm on 04/08/10

Chunky! I'll never forget their ad man. [NT] - AngAk - 5:23pm on 04/08/10
Cherry Mash???? [NT] - GayleMO - 3:35am on 04/10/10

That's what I was thinking too Gayle. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:08pm on 04/10/10

I loved the Chick-O-Sticks (we called them chicken legs), Pixy Sticks, Abba-Zabas, Bit-O-Honey, - cheezz - 5:14am on 04/08/10

I'm sure glad they still make most of those old-time candies :) [NT] - cheezz - 1:41am on 04/09/10

18041. The Lox Terrine and Breakfast Croissant Casserole were big hits on Sunday. [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 2:55pm on 04/06/10 (3)

Nice to hear! Has your Breakfast Croissant Casserole been posted here yet? - DawnNYS - 12:43am on 04/08/10

Oops, posted too soon. Was it the one in T&T from Deb-in-MI? [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:47am on 04/08/10

Yes, that is the one. Deb posted it in T&T. It is really easy - Dawn_MO - 2:40pm on 04/09/10

18042. Suggestions for leftover corned beef? No reubens, no hash, TIA. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 8:33pm on 04/06/10 (8)

Teddy-Oggies.....Cornish pasties (My Dad would make these, guess what his name was?) [NT] - joanietoo - 8:55pm on 04/06/10

Thanks Joanie, pasties sound wonderful... - Richard in Cincy - 9:37pm on 04/06/10

how about shepherd's pie---add some veggies and nice potato topping. [NT] - AngAk - 11:07pm on 04/06/10
yum [NT] - joanietoo - 2:40am on 04/08/10

Next time make a pizza - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:48pm on 04/07/10

oh yum! never would have thought of that. [NT] - AngAk - 10:33pm on 04/07/10
That is a fantastic idea. - Richard in Cincy - 3:07pm on 04/08/10

Hah- this is like the KFC "bowl" on crust. How could it be bad especially with home made gravy? [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:13pm on 04/08/10

18043. ISO LuisaCA Rec: French Macarons - rhoward2va - 9:40pm on 04/06/10 (1)

thanks! Just got back from Turkiye last night and am jet-zazzed still. - Luisa_Calif - 4:16am on 04/12/10

18044. Steve2 in LA--I just finished skimming yr bread thread up at 17973 and thought I'd ask if - wigs - 4:16pm on 04/07/10 (3)

I don't use anything but the starter to leven sourdough however, I own some of the SAF Gold and when - Steve2 in LA - 7:04pm on 04/07/10

make that "leaven". D'oh! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:57pm on 04/07/10
I wasn't thinking--of course, you'd be using starters 4 your sourdoughs! I have used - wigs - 1:18pm on 04/08/10

18045. CynUpstateNY: You posted once about making Date Nut bread tea sandwiches. do you have a T&T recipe - AngAk - 6:18pm on 04/07/10 (4)

Yes I do, Ang. I fill them with a mixture of cream cheese, orange zest and honey, It's 4 am here- - CynUpstateNY - 8:18am on 04/08/10

REC: Date Nut Bread - CynUpstateNY - 3:10pm on 04/08/10

thank you! I guess I can make this a few weeks ahead and freeze the loaves? - AngAk - 5:27pm on 04/08/10

Sounds wonderful! Sure, you can freeze the loaves, but I usually slice it thinly and it really - CynUpstateNY - 5:31pm on 04/08/10

18046. For those of you who were concerned, the Austro-Hungarian dinner I made for my family's fete, - Steve2 in LA - 7:10pm on 04/07/10 (29)

What a lovely menu for Mom's 80th!! I am very impressed!~ [NT] - barb_b - 12:14am on 04/08/10

I just have to chime in again.... My in-laws are hungarian, we have many family there, etc.... - barb_b - 3:17pm on 04/10/10

By most? Who could not have had a wonderful time with this special celebration and menu? - Marianne - 1:49am on 04/08/10

that made me chuckle! I want to steal it for my signature line. [NT] - AngAk - 5:32pm on 04/08/10

Mine? It's my pleasure, Ang. Help yourself! [NT] - Marianne - 1:46pm on 04/09/10

Oh, I meant Steve's " A good time was had by Most"---I found that quite funny and so true [NT] - AngAk - 5:29pm on 04/09/10

This tickled my funny bone, too! A very appropriate description of Steve's party! [NT] - Marianne - 12:54am on 04/10/10

Yummy! How do you make your chicken paprikash and dumplings and green beans TIA [NT] - elaine - 4:20am on 04/08/10
Well, Mom has the best time when she's having a horrible time. It's one of those wacky peccadillos - Steve2 in LA - 5:01am on 04/08/10

REC: Chicken Paprikash with Dumplings - Steve2 in LA - 5:02am on 04/08/10

REC: Hungarian Green Beans - Steve2 in LA - 5:03am on 04/08/10

REC: Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage - Steve2 in LA - 5:06am on 04/08/10

This sounds delicious Steve. I love dumplings and I like - Dawn_MO - 2:04pm on 04/10/10

Steve, that was a huge disappointment for you I'm sure... - Richard in Cincy - 3:02pm on 04/08/10

Richard, coming from you that means alot. Thanks. Actually my mother is Austrian, HER mother and - Steve2 in LA - 7:04pm on 04/09/10

But you know that she's still bragging about that meal to her 20 friends... - Timid - 3:46pm on 04/08/10

Timid, you're right there. Right after the criticism, she 'splained how she'd be having her friends - Steve2 in LA - 7:05pm on 04/09/10

I think Timid nailed this. Bravo, Brave Son. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:19pm on 04/11/10

Steve, your mom sounds like a sister to mine--NOTHING is ever good enough for the woman. I would - wigs - 4:46pm on 04/09/10

So, your Mom and my Dad would make a perfect pair---he's the same. [NT] - AngAk - 5:30pm on 04/09/10
Thanks for your words of support all. It's great to be part of a community like this. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:06pm on 04/09/10

Sounds great!! Are those pretzel rolls the ham/cheese filled ones? I've been dying to try them! [NT] - MoNJ - 12:05pm on 04/08/10

These rolls have no filling at all, although you could probably add some if you like. I found that - Steve2 in LA - 7:09pm on 04/09/10

Steve, what a lovely thing to do for your mom! she is very lucky. And, I agree with Timid - Barbara in VA - 12:51pm on 04/09/10
Menus Section Please! Sorry your mom wasn't more appreciative of your efforts, but as you said, - Joe - 2:52pm on 04/09/10

Joe, thanks for your support as well. I'm busy this weekend but will post the menu on Monday. Have - Steve2 in LA - 7:10pm on 04/09/10

I am so full right now but absolutely everything you posted here made my stomach growl. yum!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 12:47am on 04/10/10

Me, too!!! [NT] - Marianne - 12:56am on 04/10/10

Posted the menu and recipes over on the menu and recipes side. Now, you're on your own! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:42pm on 04/11/10

18047. Neat and healthy different breakfast idea - Melissa Dallas - 1:30am on 04/08/10 (5)

sounds like dinner to me. yum. [NT] - AngAk - 1:35am on 04/08/10
YUM!! I am making this on Saturday! Thanks for posting! [NT] - barb_b - 10:59am on 04/08/10
Me too! Thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:05am on 04/08/10
Sorry Dallas Morning News- I would call this shirred eggs-not poached and it does sound good. - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:20pm on 04/08/10
This would be great for dinner on evenings when DH is out of town. It sounds easy, quick and good. [NT] - EvaN - 7:22pm on 04/08/10

18048. Thanks to AngAK and Dawn, I wound up making Ang's orange cranberry - MoNJ - 12:00pm on 04/08/10 (3)

Yay! I reach for this recipe when all I have are the dried cranberries. [NT] - AngAk - 5:36pm on 04/08/10
Ang, you're in good company - with Brother Rick! :o) Glad it turned out good, I'll have to - DawnNYS - 11:02pm on 04/08/10
If you are talking about Brother Rick's Orange Cranberry Bread, I make it exclusively ... - Michael in Phoenix - 6:47pm on 04/09/10

18049. Marilyn, I made your limoncello tiramisu for Easter, it was a big hit!! Thanks for posting. :) [NT] [LINK] - MoNJ - 12:04pm on 04/08/10 (1)

yep, that's our opinion too. Glad you enjoyed it, Mo. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:52pm on 04/09/10

18050. Chocolate Corruption Cheesecake [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 1:31pm on 04/08/10 (3)

Recipe inside post [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:34pm on 04/08/10
Oh my word!!! That must DOUBLE the calories in a slice of cheesecake but, oh so worth it! [NT] - cheezz - 1:45am on 04/09/10
Now I just need a good excuse to try this out! Hmmm, let's see....I know...it's FRIDAY!!! - Barbara in VA - 12:34pm on 04/09/10

18051. Woman's Day Magazine - 5 Luscious Lemon Desserts [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 3:17pm on 04/08/10 (0)

18052. ISO: Recipes using Preserved Lemon [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 5:19pm on 04/08/10 (3)

We love to make this REC: Moroccan Fried Chicken from Paul Wolfert ... - charlie - 2:52pm on 04/12/10

Mmm...this looks awesome! Thanks Charlie. [NT] - Traca - 2:55am on 04/17/10

REC: Couscous with Preseved Lemon...Love this one - Luisa_Calif - 7:55pm on 04/12/10

18053. barb_b, we loved your your spinach salad with carrot and oranges. I will definitely make it again! [LINK] - EvaN - 7:20pm on 04/08/10 (1)

So glad you enjoyed it! I think it is a really refreshing salad! [NT] - barb_b - 9:06pm on 04/08/10

18054. Melissa Dallas, thank you tons 4 the Orange Blossom Pecan Bar REC! I'm not a fan of orange marma- [LINK] - wigs - 1:46am on 04/09/10 (3)

Thank you! I'm glad you like them. I don't like orange marmalade either, but these are sure good - Melissa Dallas - 3:13am on 04/09/10
printed for next week---I have to make some dessert for a chili dinner, and these would be perfect. - AngAk - 5:35pm on 04/09/10

AngAk--please post yr opinion on these bar cookies. If it's a thumbs-up, they can go into T&T. [NT] - wigs - 2:34pm on 04/14/10

18055. Any recommendations for a ton of chives that I have growing? - DawnNYS - 2:29pm on 04/09/10 (33)

Steve2's Potato Chive Cakes! - judy-mass - 3:34pm on 04/09/10
Once they bloom I love putting bunches of long stems with blossoms in - Melissa Dallas - 3:35pm on 04/09/10

I love using the purple blossoms w/ long green stems as garnish on individual serving plates or - wigs - 4:03pm on 04/09/10

Because I typically add twice the amount called for, you can use up a good handful in REC of - wigs - 4:01pm on 04/09/10

This is one of my favorites. [NT] - Curious1 - 1:18am on 04/10/10

Thanks, Curious1--it's always nice to know when others have tried & liked things I've posted! [NT] - wigs - 6:16pm on 04/26/10

How about REC: Bacon, Cheddar and Chive Scones? [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 4:07pm on 04/09/10

These sound really delicious, Daw.! The smokehouse we go to just reopened so I have - CynUpstateNY - 9:28am on 04/10/10

Oops, sorry, Dawn. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 9:29am on 04/10/10

Korean chive pancakes? Read the comments...regular flour needed more water. Enjoy. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:13pm on 04/09/10

These are sinful. - Richard in Cincy - 7:23pm on 04/09/10

chives? you people have green stuff ready to pick?? arghhh. I did see the first crocuses pushing - AngAk - 11:31pm on 04/09/10

It's already about too late to plant tomatoes here (lots of other stuff too) [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:34pm on 04/09/10

Hey, I'll be in Dallas at the end of May for a wedding---maybe a meetup?? [NT] - AngAk - 11:35pm on 04/09/10

Mmm, yum, they do look good! Savory crepes. [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:44pm on 04/10/10

REC: Savory Breaded Tomatoes - I posted this recipe on a few sites and it received great reviews, [LINK] - Meryl - 8:53pm on 04/09/10

A few more to check out: [NT] - Meryl - 8:53pm on 04/09/10

Grilled Corn with Chive Butter [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:54pm on 04/09/10

Chicken Breasts with Chive and Mustard Sauce [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:54pm on 04/09/10

Flaming Filet Mignon with Chive Butter [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:54pm on 04/09/10

Chive Muffins [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:58pm on 04/09/10

You are on a roll!!!!! Great collection! [NT] - SallyBR - 3:05pm on 04/11/10

Thanks! [NT] - Meryl - 7:48pm on 04/11/10

Question about breaded tomatoes.... - SallyBR - 6:43pm on 04/10/10

Hi Sally, it's best to use ripe plum/Roma tomatoes - they won't emit as much juice, although I have - Meryl - 7:53pm on 04/10/10

Great... that makes sense! Thanks! [NT] - SallyBR - 11:51pm on 04/10/10
Great... that makes sense! Thanks! [NT] - SallyBR - 11:51pm on 04/10/10

Well, it made so much sense I had to post twice.... (sorry!) [NT] - SallyBR - 11:52pm on 04/10/10

Ha! Well, I'm glad it makes some sense - so few things do! [NT] - Meryl - 12:03am on 04/11/10

throw some into cornbread. and, they freeze beautifully. [NT] - AngAk - 11:33pm on 04/09/10
REC: Chive Cream Dressing, Princess Diana's favorite salad dressing - Heather_in_SF - 12:40am on 04/10/10

Thanks everyone! Will have to check them out. Yes, I think the warm weather helped, but we - DawnNYS - 5:28pm on 04/10/10

What about a chive-infused olive oil? Great seasoning vehicle. :) [NT] - Traca - 3:09am on 04/11/10

18056. Steve2. Would you please share your recipe for your "Potato Chive Cakes" - Elenor - 5:59pm on 04/09/10 (5)

No problemo. REC: Potato Chive Cakes - Steve2 in LA - 7:12pm on 04/09/10

I am SO making this! - thanks Steve2 [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:50pm on 04/09/10
Thanks Steve. Not sure that I can get Manchego here. Would you use Gouda as a substitute? [NT] - Elenor - 2:18am on 04/10/10

Pecorino would be good substitute but Gouda, Edam or Dry Jack would also do. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 6:04am on 04/10/10

Thanks Steve. I checked out the Manchego at our cheese store but it was quite dry, - Elenor - 11:33pm on 04/11/10

18057. Rec: Butterscotch Brownies with Brown Sugar Butter Icing for a Crowd - Melissa Dallas - 11:48pm on 04/09/10 (1)

mmmm, wish I had one with my tea right now, thank you for posting this! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 8:13pm on 04/10/10

18058. Want to get a deep fryer and have a couple questions - Kathleen - 2:14pm on 04/10/10 (5)

Strain the oil through a coffee filter, Kathleen- and use the oil a few times until it smells stale - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:15am on 04/12/10
I've tried a couple deep fryers and ended up with a Fry Daddy. - KC_ - 11:30am on 04/12/10

There was a discussion on this board a year or two ago. If I remember correctly, most people - Shaun in TO - 7:54pm on 04/12/10

cast iron - whinecountry - 8:28pm on 04/13/10

Whine, Lodge has deep cast iron Dutch ovens in various sizes. I have an old one--about 4 quarts, - Joe - 2:05am on 04/19/10

18059. Weekend six - elaine - 4:19pm on 04/10/10 (20)

Yegads! How old is he? Now you can tease him about being so sweet even tigers want to eat him... - Heather_in_SF - 8:02pm on 04/10/10

My grandson is 11 in June. He loves animals and has a clear head about them and what to expect. [NT] - elaine - 4:28am on 04/11/10

My Country Weekend Six - week 2 - Heather_in_SF - 8:11pm on 04/10/10

Cat head biscuits? Ok, you have to explain that one! I vote for the crepes... [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:14pm on 04/10/10

I just googled "cat head biscuit"-making some TONIGHT!!!!! (more) [NT] - daricem - 11:15pm on 04/10/10

Oh my, these biscuits were so light and fluffy they should float off the plate, but their sheer - Heather_in_SF - 3:49am on 04/11/10

two for the crepes [NT] - Janet in NC - 9:58pm on 04/10/10
aww.... I love your parents! How sweet is that?! [NT] - cheezz - 2:43am on 04/11/10

Me, too, except that I now have "Pa pa Pa pa pa PA pa Pa pa" in my head for at least a week :-) [NT] - Joe - 3:59am on 04/11/10

Major ear worm - Queen of the Night aria stuck in my head yesterday, so I listened to reggae for an [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 6:03pm on 04/11/10

Thanks, Heather, now I have the Queen of the Night competing for ear space with PA pa Pa.... - Joe - 4:16am on 04/13/10

Too many subjects to list, 1st your parents' duet...I always loved the english translation of the - Marianne - 8:09pm on 04/11/10

Elaine! How horrible! How old is your eldest son? [NT] - Traca - 3:18am on 04/11/10
Weekend six... - Traca - 3:29am on 04/11/10

Wow! Sounds like you have a busy time coming up but so fascinating. Good luck with all. [NT] - elaine - 4:31am on 04/11/10

Good thing I can live vicariously through you! How fun, I never do anything good ;o) My six - DawnNYS - 2:34pm on 04/11/10

Diiiiiip! - Heather_in_SF - 6:04pm on 04/11/10

no fleas in this part of Alaska. yay! but, I have snow flurries this afternoon. grrrr. [NT] - AngAk - 8:34pm on 04/11/10

So glad that he is okay... [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:23pm on 04/11/10
How scary and whose bright idea to have that large of a wild animal - Dawn_MO - 9:37pm on 04/11/10

18060. Barbeque website - caution, not low-calorie! [LINK] - DawnNYS - 5:22pm on 04/10/10 (1)

Love his tablecloth shirt, and the BBQ Baked Feta Prawns! Wish summer would hurry up. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 6:09pm on 04/11/10

18061. Open House menu... - lizzy - 1:27pm on 04/11/10 (13)

The menu sounds wonderful! Would you share the recipe for the raspberry cream cheese coffee cake? - Heather_in_SF - 6:07pm on 04/11/10

Raspberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake - lizzy - 6:23pm on 04/11/10

That's a great coffee cake - have made it many times! [NT] - Meryl - 7:45pm on 04/11/10

Me, too! [NT] - lizzy - 12:29am on 04/12/10

Sounds delicious! Can I come, too? ;-) [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:47pm on 04/11/10
I'd leave it as it - sounds good!! By the way.... what is 'cowboy' and 'cherry chocolate chunk'? [NT] - cheezz - 11:18pm on 04/11/10

Cherry, Chocolate Chunk Cookies...modified from a Martha Stewart rec. - lizzy - 12:21am on 04/12/10
Cowgirl Cookies...oops, guess this is the female version :) - lizzy - 12:29am on 04/12/10

must be cowGIRL cause they're so sweet :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:48pm on 04/12/10

PS...you're all invited!!! [NT] - lizzy - 12:30am on 04/12/10

Very nice, lizzy. The only addition I can see for AM would be peanut butter for protein. - MarilynFL - 1:11am on 04/12/10

Looks like a wonderful assortment. My only suggestion is sort of practical. - KC_ - 11:44am on 04/12/10

agree... people stop to look at something and tip the plate right over on the goods! [NT] - cheezz - 10:49pm on 04/12/10

18062. Dawn_MO: We had another couple over for brunch this morning and I made the scones you posted - CynUpstateNY - 6:45pm on 04/11/10 (1)

Thanks for letting me know Cyn. They will be on next weekends menu. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:34pm on 04/11/10

18063. Joe, something makes me think you've got a great recipe for schawarma. Is that right? - Traca - 1:01am on 04/12/10 (19)

Where's Joe going to find fresh camel in L.A.? [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:05am on 04/12/10

WHAT IS GOING ON HERE? [NT] - Joe - 3:49am on 04/12/10

one too many pieces of the Coffee Liqueur cake?? [NT] - AngAk - 5:44pm on 04/12/10

Not Joe but I've always spelled it "Schwarma" and if you google it you will find a good - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:09am on 04/12/10

Yes- shwarma is how I should have spelled it [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:37pm on 04/12/10
Sadly, spelling has never been my strong suit. :) [NT] - Traca - 1:54am on 04/15/10

Traca, I've googled both your and Cathy's spellings, and I'm coming up empty. Is this about goats? - Joe - 3:46am on 04/12/10

I think the goat people should be roasted with apples, slowly. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 4:10am on 04/17/10

Oh, you kid!! (Sorry) Actually, they have been expelled., a 15-day process. - Joe - 5:52am on 04/17/10

Aha, that explains it. ;-) [NT] - Curious1 - 1:50pm on 04/17/10

lol, ZERO common sense. It's sad, really. [NT] - Joe - 2:09am on 04/19/10

Spell it shawarma. It is goat, slow roasted with spices. [NT] - PatBastrop - 4:05am on 04/12/10
Shwarma - a street food here and a very good one at that! - read next post first!! - elaine - 4:23am on 04/12/10
Traditionally shwarma is made from lamb. Here almost all the places use dark turkey meat and rub ... - elaine - 4:32am on 04/12/10
Another Shawarma recipe from Saad Fayed on About cooking.. I would still use dark turkey meat .. - elaine - 4:40am on 04/12/10

Eliane! This is it. Thank you so much! A place near my house serves this - Traca - 1:58am on 04/15/10

Correction: Elaine. (see earlier reference to spelling not being my forte.) :) [NT] - Traca - 3:40am on 04/16/10

I was spelling it wrong. Here's a turkey version on Epicurious. 4 stars. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 2:07am on 04/15/10
Elaine, I made this dish for my clients. It was good. One issue - Traca - 5:19pm on 04/28/10

18064. Chinese Cooking Info Needed - Sandy in Baltimore - 1:13am on 04/12/10 (4)

does this sound kinda like it? [LINK] - cheezz - 10:57pm on 04/12/10

or this one >> Chinese Cabbage Slaw (from a camping site nonetheless!) [LINK] - cheezz - 10:59pm on 04/12/10

another >> Hot and Sour Slaw [LINK] - cheezz - 11:01pm on 04/12/10

Rec: Spicy Cold Celery Cabbage Does this sound like it? - Michael in Sarasota - 11:06pm on 04/12/10

18065. Richard- just saw your ISO for recipes using preserved lemon - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:59am on 04/12/10 (0)

18066. REC: Halibut Wrapped in Swiss Chard with Ginger Cream Sauce [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 12:52pm on 04/12/10 (14)

REC: Chocolate Raspberry Tart [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 12:55pm on 04/12/10
What a lovely menu. We had halibut and a Swiss chard gratin Saturday. Fish so good, I went back - Curious1 - 7:37pm on 04/12/10

It is a delicious fish isn't it! - Barbara in VA - 9:09pm on 04/12/10

Same price at FM and only a dollar more than it was at Costco a few weeks ago. Perhaps WF will - Curious1 - 9:23pm on 04/12/10
yay, eat more halibut---makes us happy! [NT] - AngAk - 4:17am on 04/13/10

Just curious, how much is it a lb there? [NT] - Curious1 - 2:12pm on 04/13/10

here in Southeast, just under $20. might be cheaper up Ang's way? [NT] - Nan - 3:27pm on 04/13/10

Fred Meyer's(Kroger) has it 12.99/lb this week. [NT] - AngAk - 6:57pm on 04/13/10
$22 a #, just off the boat today. I prefer cod and snapper to halibut, - Nan - 9:16pm on 04/13/10

I bought it at Publix 2 weeks ago for $35.00 a pound!!! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:53am on 04/14/10

Ouch! Cheaper to fly to AK for the weekend and pick up a few pounds... [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 3:26pm on 04/14/10

come on up---but be forewarned, I have 4 inches of new snow this morning. grrrrrr. [NT] - AngAk - 5:19pm on 04/14/10

and it's still snowing. maybe we'll go home early. time enough to finish my taxes. [NT] - AngAk - 11:04pm on 04/14/10

I thought it would be cheaper close to the source. But then, grouper and snapper isn't cheap here. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:02pm on 04/14/10

18067. A new cookbook from Alaska-- it is very cool, lots of photos and stories too! [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Nan - 6:47pm on 04/12/10 (3)

thanks Nan. perfect gift for several friends. how ya doin'? [NT] - AngAk - 4:19am on 04/13/10
so cool! [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:04pm on 04/13/10
it's temporarily out of stock at Amazon now----good for them! [NT] - AngAk - 5:34pm on 04/20/10

18068. Has anyone here peeled fresh fava beans? I've got my first crop of them ever, and Richard Olney says - Joe - 8:51pm on 04/12/10 (17)

I just blanch them quickly and then the skins slide right off. They are delicious! I have been - Barbara in VA - 9:06pm on 04/12/10

Aha! I assume you cook them further after peeling? Thanks, Barbara. [NT] - Joe - 9:12pm on 04/12/10

I almost always peel them, whether or not the inner skins are thick, just for that beautiful - Shaun in TO - 10:51pm on 04/12/10

Thanks, Shawn, I will try blanching and peeling, then cooking till done. I've been picking them - Joe - 2:11am on 04/13/10

The puree is good, sometimes topped with sauteed dandelion or rapini. Two other classics are [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 1:52pm on 04/13/10

Wow, that's a treasure trove of recipes. [NT] - Joe - 4:14pm on 04/13/10

The Roman fava bean and artichoke stew/braise I mentioned (thought it was in the above link) [NT] [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 10:48pm on 04/13/10

Shaun; copied and saved, in both my "beans" and "vegetable" files. Thanks. [NT] - Joe - 3:41am on 04/15/10

I cook them, in season, never skin. I use them in a rice dish. - KarenNoCA - 12:05am on 04/13/10
love them - whinecountry - 7:58pm on 04/13/10
Serve them with liver and a nice chianti, Clarice. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:57am on 04/14/10

LOL!!! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 12:24pm on 04/14/10

HA, I can so hear that voice! [NT] - AngAk - 5:20pm on 04/14/10

Wow. Just reading that line scares me. Seriously. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:48pm on 04/14/10
But he never told Clarice whether he peeled them or not! Perhaps - Joe - 10:45pm on 04/14/10

EwwEwwEww. [NT] - AngAk - 11:03pm on 04/14/10
Ohhhh, Joe. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:04am on 04/15/10

18069. Wow, I feel like Traca! Guess who I met today?? [LINK] - FloriSandy - 12:24am on 04/13/10 (12)

Duh, Marcella Hazan's son! I only learned a few weeks ago she lives in these parts and didn't - FloriSandy - 12:28am on 04/13/10

Sandy, are we going to have to revoke your foodie license? [NT] - Curious1 - 12:54am on 04/13/10

{{{sheesh}}}, I feel so thhhtupid! LOL [NT] - FloriSandy - 12:57am on 04/13/10
LOL! [NT] - AngAk - 4:22am on 04/13/10

Ha! And he's got a fabulous cooking school in Italy. :) - Traca - 1:49am on 04/15/10

oh, what a perfect world! [NT] - AngAk - 4:50am on 04/15/10
Tr�s cool indeed Traca! What a small world. Perhaps I'll get an autographed cookbook from [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 2:26am on 04/17/10

Awesome! I haven't met Guiliano but I hear he's wonderful. Lucky you! [NT] - Traca - 9:43pm on 04/17/10

That is so cool! keep cultivating this one :-) [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 4:08am on 04/17/10
His "Pasta in Thirty Minutes" is remarkable... - Glennis_NoCA - 3:53am on 04/19/10

I am curious.... what's this recipe all about? [NT] - SallyBR - 11:51am on 04/19/10

Not a recipe, but a book... - Glennis_NoCA - 6:59pm on 05/01/10

18070. Rec: Slow Roasted Tomatoes - scrumptious! [NT] [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 1:12pm on 04/13/10 (4)

EVERYTHING is better with butter. . . - mistral - 9:36pm on 04/13/10
These are definitely scrumption! I have made them many, many times since Deb first - Barbara in VA - 12:51pm on 04/14/10

Thanks Barb! I love that it takes a canned product and makes something marvelous! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:19pm on 04/14/10

Oops - that should have been Barbara (sorry, my sister is Barb...) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:20pm on 04/14/10

18071. Have made this recipe twice and thought you might enjoy - Zucchini & Basil Soup [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 1:53am on 04/14/10 (6)

Thisis similiar to the Silver Palate soup. I will have to try with basil - elaine - 4:17am on 04/14/10

Elaine, Thank you for posting the recipe....it is very similiar. [NT] - GayR - 11:49am on 04/14/10

typo - similar. [NT] - GayR - 11:53am on 04/14/10

Elaine, Here is a recipe I also make that is delicious Creamy Zucchini Soup previously posted here [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:20am on 04/15/10

This one looks really super. I will be trying it soon. Thanks and sorry about my spelling errors!!. [NT] - elaine - 3:35am on 04/15/10

elaine, I hope you enjoy either recipe. [NT] - GayR - 1:27pm on 04/15/10

18072. Meryl - I finally got around to trying the "Good-For-Almost-Anything Pie Dough" - WOW!!! [LINK] - cheezz - 3:43am on 04/14/10 (17)

By the way, I am using it to make coconut tartlets (my first tartlets) so will post pics later [NT] - cheezz - 3:44am on 04/14/10

Thanks again Meryl - the coconut tartlets were a HUGE success... the crust was perfection :) [NT] [IMAGE] - cheezz - 12:39am on 04/16/10

along with the cake and sammies I made for the birthday tea today... [NT] [IMAGE] - cheezz - 12:46am on 04/16/10
You're welcome again:) Those tartlets look great, and so does everything else.The cake is beautiful! [NT] - Meryl - 2:58am on 04/16/10

aw thanks. I love the little 6" cakes -- they just look so perfect for tea. [NT] - cheezz - 5:12am on 04/16/10

Your cakes and tartlets are beautiful!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:51am on 04/16/10

why thank you deb :) They were so easy, really. [NT] - cheezz - 4:23am on 04/19/10

I'll give it a try on my next pie - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:37am on 04/14/10
cheezz, glad you liked it!!! [NT] - Meryl - 11:56am on 04/14/10
After you divide dough in half... - Kendall - 3:04am on 04/15/10

just sort of squish them down with your fist - doesn't matter how big they are. - cheezz - 3:35am on 04/15/10

you said "squish"---I love that word! [NT] - AngAk - 4:45am on 04/15/10

Is it any [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 4:51pm on 04/17/10

oh, my my! [NT] - AngAk - 1:47am on 04/19/10

Sandi! don't get us banished!! [NT] - AngAk - 5:27pm on 04/19/10

How'd I miss that Apple Pie recipe? Graham cracker crumbs and cream--who knew? - Joe - 3:35am on 04/15/10

Joe- try making "Dutch" Apple Pie- you might like the results - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:02am on 04/15/10

18073. ISO: Suggestions on what else to serve with Pad Thai? - deb-in-MI - 9:44am on 04/14/10 (12)

Snow peas! This one is on my to-try list: Sesame Snow Peas [LINK] - Meryl - 11:57am on 04/14/10
Here's another: Crunchy Asian Salad [LINK] - Meryl - 12:01pm on 04/14/10
Deb, would you post your Pad Thai recipe, please? [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:04pm on 04/14/10

Sure - it's Galley Girls Pad Thai from Ron in Worcester [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 2:19pm on 04/14/10

Thanks, Deb, I'll try it this week- sounds delicious! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:04pm on 04/14/10

I'm not sure you need any more. Pad thai already has veggies, protein and starch, and all - Shaun in TO - 2:18pm on 04/14/10
Seconds? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:57am on 04/15/10

Cereally. . . what about a Green Mango Salad? Traditional too. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:58am on 04/15/10

All that is needed is Thai Mango Sticky Rice for dessert. [NT] - orchid - 2:15am on 04/15/10

Now do you have a recipe for this? A friend gave me some leftovers recently, - Heather_in_SF - 4:06am on 04/17/10

Oops...almost missed this Heather. I don't have a T&T of my own as [LINK] - orchid - 4:21pm on 04/18/10

Thanks Everyone! Much appreciated [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:24am on 04/15/10

18074. Am I handling giving credit correctly in my blog post? [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 3:52pm on 04/15/10 (12)

I'm not qualified to give you an answer, but wanted to say all your recipes look great, the pictures - Curious1 - 6:30pm on 04/15/10

Thank you, Curious1! - deb-in-MI - 7:42pm on 04/15/10

A question: in the soup recipe, is "T" in the recipe a teaspoon or Tablespoon? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:26pm on 04/15/10

Thanks, Steve2 - I just fixed that... - deb-in-MI - 7:39pm on 04/15/10

deb, not to tell you your business but I think "Tbsp" and "tsp" might be clearer. - Steve2 in LA - 8:59pm on 04/15/10

By Jove, Steve 2, I think you are on to something - deb-in-MI - 10:48am on 04/16/10

Deb, I don't think I know the answer to your question either. As far as I am concerned... - Barbara in VA - 4:33pm on 04/16/10

I don't look for credit either. I DO, however, look for leftovers. I'm just sayin'. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 6:48pm on 04/16/10

hear hear, that soup looked so beautiful! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 4:05am on 04/17/10

In my humble opinion.... - SallyBR - 9:13pm on 04/16/10
Deb, I would say it is OK to use the name, since they are our public names. - Joe - 2:42pm on 04/18/10

heehee---I was reading fast and read "public enemy" in your subject - AngAk - 2:14am on 04/19/10

18075. Technical Glitch - Fixed [LINK] [IMAGE] - whinecountry - 5:08pm on 04/15/10 (1)

Thank you, Paul. Your expertise, diligence and courtesy are appreciated. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:47pm on 04/16/10

18076. Rec: Hot Pepper and Garlic Shrimp posted by Joe is fantastic! I - orchid - 7:35pm on 04/15/10 (4)

Thanks, Orchid. It's so easy, too. [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 7:59pm on 04/15/10
I made this shrimp, it is fabulous! Can't beat fresh lemon and red pepper flakes. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:45pm on 04/15/10

Oh yeah! So is that three? You, me and Joe? Can it go into T&T? [NT] - orchid - 2:40am on 04/16/10
I usually use vermouth instead of the lemon, but I use lemon wedges as a garnish.. Off to T&T now... [NT] - Joe - 4:38am on 04/16/10

18077. Review of Cook's Illustrateds Ultimate Chocolate Cupcakes (last issue) [LINK] - cheezz - 12:43am on 04/16/10 (10)

So the ultimate cupcake is really Deep Dark Chocolate Cake + frosting from the Ultimate Cupcake? [NT] - Traca - 3:32am on 04/16/10

Exactly! The only change I make to the cake recipe is to do boiling coffee instead of plain water. [NT] - cheezz - 5:13am on 04/16/10

cheezz, looks like you made a classic swiss meringue butercream - yum! (recs inside) - Sandi in Hawaii - 6:59am on 04/16/10

The CI recipe is similar - wow, now I can make Swiss meringue buttercream?! COOL! [NT] - cheezz - 4:30am on 04/19/10

Here is the CI recipe for Creamy Chocolate Frosting: - cheezz - 4:32am on 04/19/10

Thanks so much for the input, Cheez - deb-in-MI - 10:50am on 04/16/10
Cheezz, can you share the frosting recipe? [NT] - Traca - 9:45pm on 04/17/10
Okay, I combined the two. So Cheezz, is this your quintessential cupcake? - Traca - 5:40am on 04/29/10

Yup, makes THE perfect cake and frosting. Also, I don't recommend refrigeration - cheezz - 8:38pm on 04/29/10

Let the buttercream sit out of the fridge for a little while before serving. It softens up fine. [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 4:32am on 04/30/10

18078. Stringtown Grocery, Kalona Iowa -What is Angel Cream - Kendall - 5:49pm on 04/16/10 (4)

I'll bet Angel Cream is cream of tartar or baking powder - Melissa Dallas - 6:22pm on 04/16/10

You're right. Angel Cream is the Amish term for cream of tartar. [NT] - rhoward2va - 6:32pm on 04/16/10

I'll throw them away. We have Amish communites in OK, I should look for their products [NT] - Kendall - 7:25pm on 04/16/10
thanks! [NT] - Kendall - 7:25pm on 04/16/10

18079. Anyone seen this water bath oven? [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:09pm on 04/16/10 (3)

I think it was mainly used in restaurants, now a "home" model is - woody - 8:39pm on 04/16/10
Cooking sous vide is AWESOME!!! Of course it should be at $500 - Music City Missy - 2:44am on 04/18/10
Maybe you don't need a $500 machine - just a cooler!!! See the link... [NT] [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 8:14am on 04/20/10

18080. Where is that Good-for-Almost-Everything Pie Dough? - Kendall - 8:39pm on 04/16/10 (3)

Nevermind, I found it. Wish we could delete our own messages [NT] - Kendall - 8:44pm on 04/16/10

For a minute I thought you were writing good for nothing pie dough, which kinda - Heather_in_SF - 4:04am on 04/17/10

heeheehee! [NT] - Kendall - 6:10pm on 04/17/10

18081. Probably Mundane to all of you foodies, but I made this awesome salad - Kendall - 6:09pm on 04/17/10 (6)

This looks great! For an alternate dressing, try the one from PatNoCal's Oriental Salad - so good! - Traca - 10:02pm on 04/17/10

Pat, I checked T&T and it appears this salad is missing. Surely more folks have made this.... - Traca - 10:04pm on 04/17/10
Pat, I checked T&T and it appears this salad is missing. Surely more folks have made this.... - Traca - 10:04pm on 04/17/10
When you go to a Japanese buffet, this salad is called Sumi Salad... yu-um! [NT] - cheezz - 4:38am on 04/19/10

Thanks Traca, I have a recipe very similar to that one. [NT] - Kendall - 12:36am on 04/18/10
Sounds delicious! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:58am on 04/18/10

18082. Rec: Viet Grilled Chicken [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:13pm on 04/17/10 (4)

Wow, this looks great. - Anna_X - 11:23pm on 04/17/10
Printed - Looks delicious - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:55am on 04/18/10
Lol, yes...I missed you. I searched and saw your post about flu & travel. Glad you're well & back. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:07pm on 04/18/10
Amanda, I have Into the Vietnamese Kitchen, the book this recipe is based on & it's fab! - Traca - 5:28pm on 04/28/10

18083. ISO a T&T recipe for Whole Wheat Biscuits. Thank you. [NT] - Scott in Scottsdale - 8:30pm on 04/17/10 (2)

Scott-these are very good and might work if you used - Melissa Dallas - 10:08pm on 04/17/10

I'll give it a shot. Thank you. [NT] - Scott in Scottsdale - 1:55am on 04/19/10

18084. Bittman's "How to Cook Everything" iPhone app - Just released. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 9:40pm on 04/17/10 (4)

Thanks Traca, I just downloaded it. Looks good. [NT] - Sylvia - 10:41am on 04/19/10
I downloaded it to my iTouch. Thanks Traca! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:58am on 04/19/10

Great app, and I love that you don't have to be "online" to use it. It is a stand alone app. - Dawn_MO - 1:53pm on 04/19/10

I've used it a bunch already. Handy in the grocery and the kitchen. [NT] - Therese - 11:36am on 05/05/10

18085. THANKS, everybody, for always having such good ideas! - Anna_X - 11:26pm on 04/17/10 (8)

What a great post Anna! [NT] - orchid - 2:22am on 04/18/10
I can't count how many times I've felt the same way. Parties, visitors, catering gigs, weddings.... - Joe - 2:36am on 04/18/10
Thank you, Anna_X - deb-in-MI - 10:54am on 04/18/10
Ana, I live on Pat's Oriental Salad. Slice up a big bowl of the veggies, double or even tripple the - Traca - 10:38pm on 04/18/10

Traca, could you post Pat's recipe? Thanks! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:57am on 04/19/10

Sure! Here you go. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 5:06am on 04/20/10

My version, I tweeked with the dressing ratios. Here's the recipe I use. - Traca - 5:08am on 04/20/10

Thanks Traca! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:49pm on 04/20/10

18086. ISO: Melissa Making your Orange Blossom Pecan Bars but the recipe omits how much flour - Heather_in_SF - 12:16am on 04/18/10 (4)

Heather - Found this recipe on line - Orange Blossom Pecan Bars and it calls for 1-1/2 cups plus 2 [LINK] - GayR - 12:21am on 04/18/10

Thank you Gay! The recipe did call for 1 1/2 c flour in the crust and I'm so glad [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 12:41am on 04/18/10

You know when you have a dessert that you want everyone to leave the room so you can - Heather_in_SF - 2:15am on 04/18/10

Thanks Heather! I also like them with about a cup of mini-chocolate chips added to the filling. - Melissa Dallas - 7:52pm on 04/18/10