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18650. I know ricotta doesn't freeze well, but what about gnocchi with ricotta in it? [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 11:30pm on 07/19/10 (0)

18651. I had some smoked pork in the fridge...made CathyZ's Laarb! - judy-mass - 11:43pm on 07/19/10 (2)

So very, very yummy!! Great summer meal. [NT] - Nan - 11:37pm on 07/20/10
I love CathyZ's Laarb!!! Yum. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 4:11pm on 07/21/10

18652. Must Try Recipe - Made these today for Dinner Party Tomorrow - Mocha Espresso Cheesecake Cups Recipe [LINK] - GayR - 6:32pm on 07/20/10 (4)

Not only does this sound good, it looks relatively easy and LOVE the presentation. I love - barb_b - 12:50am on 07/21/10

P.S....Did you ever make the Goat Cheese Cheesecakes?I was thinking about them for an upcoming party - barb_b - 1:01am on 07/21/10

Hi barb, Have not tried the Goat Cheese Cheesecake yet, I was not sure if it would be a good choice - GayR - 11:40am on 07/21/10

Thanks Gay! Looking forward to trying it! [NT] - barb_b - 1:45pm on 07/21/10

18653. NFR Circle of Life - Michael in Sarasota - 9:26pm on 07/20/10 (27)

What wonderful news. Congratulations proud great-uncle. - Melissa Dallas - 10:03pm on 07/20/10
That is superb, Michael. So glad mother and son are doing fine. - Michael in Phoenix - 10:59pm on 07/20/10
I didn't know about your brother an am sorry to hear, but happy for the new arrival! Congrats Unc! [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:23am on 07/21/10
Michael, God never closes doors without opening another,>>>nfr - donatelife - 12:55am on 07/21/10
Michael, I did not know about your brother. I'm sorry for your loss!. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 1:15am on 07/21/10
Oh, such sad news and great news all in one post. Thanks for the good news and hugs. [NT] - orchid - 2:34am on 07/21/10
Michael, so sorry about your brother. How happy you must all be with the new baby. Such is life and - elaine - 3:26am on 07/21/10
Michael, I am so sorry for your loss, so happy for the new arrival, and so honored - Joe - 4:43am on 07/21/10
Michael - so happy and so sad all at once. - deb-in-MI - 11:15am on 07/21/10
Michael, I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure the last year must have been very difficult. I am - barb_b - 11:16am on 07/21/10

Michael, my sincerest condolences - judy-mass - 11:30am on 07/21/10

Michael, Heartfelt condolences on the loss of your brother....my - GayR - 11:43am on 07/21/10
Such a mixed bag of news. So sorry to hear about your brother and excited - Barbara in VA - 1:09pm on 07/21/10
My sympathy for your loss. What a special blessing this baby is for your family. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:02pm on 07/21/10
Thanks so much guys. I errored about Baby Huey...I mean Baby James' weight. It was 10 lbs 15 oz! [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 3:39pm on 07/21/10

what a little chunk of cute baby he must be! - donatelife - 7:29pm on 07/21/10
Congratulations and sympathy... - Anna_X - 7:34pm on 07/21/10

Michael, my heart is with you, through your sorrow and your joy. Thank you for sharing both with us [NT] - Marianne - 7:48pm on 07/21/10
I'm so sorry about your brother, Michael. Congratulations on the new baby. [NT] - Meryl - 11:33pm on 07/21/10
Congrats on your great-nephew and my heartfelt condolences - Dawn_MO - 3:28am on 07/22/10
onderful news Michael, congratulations..... - joanietoo - 8:32pm on 07/22/10
So sorry about your brother. But so excited to hear about the new arrival! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:53pm on 07/22/10
Michael, I'm very sorry to hear of your brothers passing but glad to hear about your great nephew [NT] - FloriSandy - 11:10pm on 07/25/10
Circle of Life is right... condolences AND congratulations unc! [NT] - cheezz - 12:51am on 07/27/10
wow, just wow. [NT] - AngAk - 6:43am on 07/28/10
My sincere condolences on the passing of your brother. I imagine he fought long & hard to beat - wigs - 7:00pm on 08/02/10
Michael, I'm very sorry to hear about your brother...and joyful for you about your great-nephew. [NT] - ErininNY - 3:15am on 08/04/10

18654. ISO: Susan Kentfield...do you have meyer lemons????(NT) [NT] - daricem - 11:33pm on 07/20/10 (3)

Yes, I do - SusanKentfieldCa - 1:08am on 07/22/10

it's been a hard year ..my friends' trees were affected by the freezes(more) - daricem - 9:28pm on 07/22/10

Deal [NT] - SusanKentfieldCa - 6:19pm on 07/23/10

18655. Sandra/NY! I made your Chile Verde again and it is soooooo good! - PatBastrop - 12:53am on 07/21/10 (5)

I agree, Pat. A swap classic! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:09am on 07/21/10
Me too. I have pork in the freezer and I was thinking of this recipe--thanks for saving me a search. [NT] - Joe - 1:26am on 07/21/10
It's a great recipe, isn't it??!! - Sandra in New York - 9:35pm on 07/26/10

I made this for my market as my "Dinner For Two" - Dawn_MO - 9:46pm on 07/26/10

The best cut of pork I've found for this is Costco's boneless southern style pork ribs. [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:47pm on 07/28/10

18656. we returned from San Francisco one week ago FRC>> - donatelife - 1:10am on 07/21/10 (8)

typo's sorry, at least i am not storing wine in my panties anymore nt [NT] - donatelife - 1:13am on 07/21/10

Donatelife, we can edit our posts here to correct typos--just not the title. - Joe - 1:23am on 07/21/10

Joe, never have been known for typing prowess, think that i knew you on gails,>>nfc - donatelife - 1:36am on 07/21/10

We're not a judgmental group when it comes to storage ;-) [NT] - Joe - 4:47am on 07/21/10

And entering NT is not needed on this site, the system is smart enough to insert it (thanks to - Pat-NoCal - 1:50am on 07/21/10

discovered that now.....my last nt lol great site [NT] - donatelife - 2:01am on 07/21/10

I will ask my good friend if her mom has a recipe for you, they live in Chinatown, and - Heather_in_SF - 1:39pm on 07/22/10

that would be so wonderful of you! the place was called Gold Mountain - donatelife - 4:11pm on 07/22/10

18657. Hot Weather Dinner - KC_ - 1:29pm on 07/21/10 (18)

Feta Salsa - KC_ - 1:31pm on 07/21/10
Burgundy Mushrooms - KC_ - 1:35pm on 07/21/10

KC, your menu sounds wonderful! Do you think these can be made in the crockpot? I could not find - barb_b - 4:20pm on 07/21/10

Thanks, barb. The recipe is from her cookbook. - KC_ - 12:26pm on 07/22/10

Gazpacho - KC_ - 1:36pm on 07/21/10
Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin - KC_ - 1:37pm on 07/21/10
French Potato Salad - KC_ - 1:38pm on 07/21/10
Rosella's Corn Salad - KC_ - 1:39pm on 07/21/10
Mexican Flan - KC_ - 1:40pm on 07/21/10

This is a beautiful menu KC. You should put it in T&T Menu section. [NT] - orchid - 1:58pm on 07/21/10

Thank you, orchid. I posted it in the Menu section of T&T. [NT] - KC_ - 12:27pm on 07/22/10

KC, I have a question about the potato salad. - Dawn_MO - 12:54pm on 07/22/10

Dawn, I'm not KC but I've made potato salad like this and I think you would have to cut them - Joe - 2:07pm on 07/22/10
I think the tiny potatoes would work, but - KC_ - 2:08pm on 07/22/10
Joe's right, Dawn- better when you cut them. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:21pm on 07/22/10

This is definitely the BEST flan I've ever tasted - it's a staple in our house. Have to bake it - cheezz - 12:54am on 07/27/10

Sounds lovely, KC! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:04am on 07/22/10
What a perfect summer menu, using so many seasonal ingredients. [NT] - Joe - 2:10pm on 07/22/10

18658. And they said it couldn't be done...Cincinnati Banana Farm! - Richard in Cincy - 4:08pm on 07/21/10 (22)

This is so cool! How long do they have to stay on the tree before you can pick them? [NT] - Curious1 - 4:38pm on 07/21/10
they're supposed to take about 3 months to mature from what I've read. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 4:48pm on 07/21/10

How are you going to keep the squirrels away? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:11pm on 07/21/10

OHMYGOSH! I hadn't even thought about them (imagine that)... - Richard in Cincy - 7:07pm on 07/21/10

yes monkey's could come flying over the rainbow, blue birds too, great picture [NT] - donatelife - 8:33pm on 07/21/10
monkeys=banana eaters, winged or otherwise. be careful what you wish for! [NT] - AngAk - 7:00am on 07/28/10

Good thing there aren't too many fruit bats... - judy-mass - 12:33am on 07/22/10

The first time I saw fruit bats was in - orchid - 2:10am on 07/22/10

They are huge! - Richard in Cincy - 2:24am on 07/22/10

What a great word! I love that. [NT] - orchid - 2:55am on 07/22/10

Or was it - orchid - 2:26am on 07/22/10

Are you starting a hostile take-over of Chiquita?? - magnoliainchicago - 7:56pm on 07/21/10
When I got my first bananas on my tree I was in Jeddah and the Filipinos - orchid - 8:42pm on 07/21/10

I was wondering if he'll need smudge pots like they use in orange groves. Lol on coats. [NT] - Curious1 - 8:46pm on 07/21/10

Yes, smudge pots! We'll get you through this Richard! [NT] - orchid - 11:03pm on 07/21/10

Wow Richard- here is some banana news - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:33am on 07/22/10

Cathy, it's a dwarf Cavendish - Richard in Cincy - 3:48pm on 07/24/10

How cool is that!! Beautiful Picture! I love the raindrops under the leaf. [NT] - barb_b - 11:18am on 07/22/10
Great Richard. what will the 1st banana be used for? - joanietoo - 8:42pm on 07/22/10

Joanie, I hadn't thought that far ahead! LOL - Richard in Cincy - 3:50pm on 07/24/10

Gorgeous photo, Richard. Does anyone still doubt that global warming is for real? [NT] - Marianne - 3:09pm on 07/24/10

Well said Marianne. [NT] - orchid - 11:31pm on 07/24/10

18659. Any "must try" recipes from the fig world? I bought a few on Saturday and never - DawnNYS - 5:12pm on 07/21/10 (17)

REC: Stuffed Figs Drizzled with Chocolate [LINK] - Meryl - 11:28pm on 07/21/10

By the way, the above recipe is for fresh figs - I'm assuming you bought them fresh and not dried? [NT] - Meryl - 11:29pm on 07/21/10

Yes, fresh. Thanks - do the tastes go well? - DawnNYS - 11:42pm on 07/21/10

Ha! You lost your figs? Well, I guess it's better than losing your wits! [NT] - Meryl - 12:25am on 07/22/10

Complete check under seats of the car - I think I left the small bag of them at the farmers mkt :o( [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:12pm on 07/22/10

Although the fruit flies in my car are mocking me... [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:15am on 07/23/10

Wash, then slice in half from stem to end... - judy-mass - 12:37am on 07/22/10

Judy this sounds SO good! I can visualize serving on top of greens with fig/balsamic viniagrette [NT] - barb_b - 11:12am on 07/22/10

Wrap each with a thin strip of prosciutto, and grill, melt cheese on the side for dipping :) - MoNJ - 12:31pm on 07/22/10
Here are a couple recipes I saved - hoping to find fresh figs one of these days. [NT] - KC_ - 12:46pm on 07/22/10

Fresh Fig Salad with Feta Cheese and Toasted Walnuts - KC_ - 12:47pm on 07/22/10
Fig Tart - KC_ - 12:47pm on 07/22/10

Simply slice in 2 lengthwise, wrap in 1/2 slice bacon, grill and serve drizzled with honey [NT] - joanietoo - 8:34pm on 07/22/10

Not so simple "Grilled feta and bacon Figs".....very delish>>We LOVE these - joanietoo - 8:36pm on 07/22/10

Fig & Port Sorbet [LINK] - Earnie - 7:08pm on 07/23/10
Fig and Fennel Pizza, REALLY good ! We've also done this topping on Bruschetta [LINK] - Luisa_Calif - 7:31pm on 07/24/10

Thanks - I'll try some of these next week. Went to the market today + they were gone (ppl, not figs) [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:20am on 07/25/10

18660. Has anyone else been losing their appetite from this extreme heat? I really have to force myself to - Meryl - 11:35pm on 07/21/10 (17)

Yes! I don't want to cook either. Tonight I had watermelon, cold chicken, and - DawnNYS - 11:48pm on 07/21/10

exact post i wanted to respond to...couldn't do it for Meryl, - donatelife - 11:52pm on 07/21/10
exact post i wanted to respond to...couldn't do it for Meryl, - donatelife - 11:52pm on 07/21/10

didn't double post either.......spooky, maybe the adam's family moved in [NT] - donatelife - 11:54pm on 07/21/10

I need to eat much lighter these days, and I sure don't want to cook huge meals. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:08am on 07/22/10
No, I just crave ice cream more. [NT] - Joe - 12:24am on 07/22/10

I'm strange, I can't STAND rich ice cream when it's hot - makes me sick. [NT] - Music City Missy - 2:03am on 07/23/10

I wish I had a built-in buffer like that. I also crave plain whipping cream right out of the carton. [NT] - Joe - 3:03pm on 07/23/10

I drink quarts of iced tea, Mike grills a huge batch of chicken and we have it - CynUpstateNY - 12:28am on 07/22/10
Since we have air conditioning here, which we never had in San Diego, - Dawn_MO - 3:31am on 07/22/10

You know, I have really good central A/C here, but for some reason, the hot weather is still making - Meryl - 3:40am on 07/22/10

((sob)) We are having the coldest summer on record, it's hard to imagine being wam. - Heather_in_SF - 1:30pm on 07/22/10

Err, warm, that is... [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 1:31pm on 07/22/10
I'll be right over! [NT] - Meryl - 7:14pm on 07/22/10
Same here Heather. The tree in front of my condo thinks it's fall. The leaves are turning colors! [NT] - Traca - 10:38pm on 07/25/10

No... neither heat nor cold nor snow nor sleet shall keep me from the fridge... sadly [NT] - cheezz - 12:56am on 07/27/10

Lol, I also used to lose weight in the summer. Now, I'm the same way. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:50pm on 07/28/10

18661. computer warnings>> - donatelife - 11:47pm on 07/21/10 (8)

Not yet... - judy-mass - 12:38am on 07/22/10

ran the norton checkup, top of the line scanner, think it could of been the post i was responding to [NT] - donatelife - 3:22am on 07/22/10

there is no malware etc EVER on this site [LINK] - whinecountry - 5:15am on 07/22/10

I use both Avast and AdAware (free versions). They are good at what they do... - Michael in Phoenix - 6:49am on 07/22/10
I've been on Macs for 17 years with NO virus trouble, no compromises. - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:44pm on 07/22/10

so good to hear that others don't have problems.... - donatelife - 6:30pm on 07/22/10
The interesting thing is that if there was a mass migration to Macs... - Michael in Phoenix - 6:49pm on 07/22/10

Yup- always been the irony of it all [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:50pm on 07/23/10

18662. REC: Strawberry Spinach Salad with Honey Peanut Dressing [NT] [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 11:08am on 07/22/10 (1)

deb, learned about the poppy seed version of this in the hospital of all>> - donatelife - 12:31am on 07/24/10

18663. Farmers market is loaded with plums right now, all kinds. I have made some jam - Barbara in VA - 1:06pm on 07/22/10 (19)

Sorry, Barbara I do not have a rec. But, I do have a question. How do you make the plum jam? - barb_b - 3:08pm on 07/22/10

Barb, I usually have very good success with the Sure Jell pectin in the pink box... - Barbara in VA - 4:24pm on 07/22/10

I make plum jam also, preferably with Santa Rosas as they are so aromatic. . . [LINK] - mistral - 5:26pm on 07/22/10

Mistral, what's a food grinder? Is it like a food mill? [NT] - Barbara in VA - 12:52pm on 07/23/10

Food Grinder = Meat grinder. . . - mistral - 12:05am on 07/24/10

Thanks Mistrall and Barbara. Appreciate the insight [NT] - barb_b - 12:23pm on 07/26/10

I am so jealous. Nearest Farmers Market is 20+ miles... - deb-in-MI - 4:00pm on 07/22/10

Deb I am so sorry for you. I LOVE going to the farmers market and always buy - Barbara in VA - 4:31pm on 07/22/10

We tried to be part of a CSA last year but it was, once again, - deb-in-MI - 4:57pm on 07/22/10

You might want to ask anyone at those local stands if they know of. . . - mistral - 5:27pm on 07/22/10

If we even have one here it is further than that! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 11:26pm on 07/22/10

Marsha, are in in CA or Canada? Either way, both have Farmer's Markets. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:00am on 07/23/10

No, Marsha is in Tampa Bay, Fl. I'm on the opposite coast near Ft. - orchid - 12:50am on 07/23/10

Hey Marsha and orchid, I definitely sympathize. When I lived in Boynton Beach, FL, there were no - Meryl - 1:12am on 07/23/10

I almost forgot to add: REC: UKRAINIAN PLUM BRANDY 'SLIVYANKA' [LINK] - mistral - 5:37pm on 07/22/10

Lord, I remember the first time I tasted Slivovitz. - Melissa Dallas - 3:17pm on 07/23/10

So funny, I first read this..."Lord, I remember the first time I ....Slivovitz - orchid - 3:40am on 07/24/10
Slivowitz is definitely an acquired taste, although - Richard in Cincy - 3:36pm on 07/24/10

I actually like it but it is very strong. Sipping is definitely the order of the day [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 7:43pm on 07/24/10

18664. Advice, please on a German-themed menu - Anna_X - 7:43pm on 07/22/10 (15)

I think that sounds wunderbar! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:46am on 07/23/10

Rec for Flammkuchen -- just tried out tonight - Anna_X - 3:02am on 07/23/10

I may try this recipe from - Anna_X - 3:14am on 07/23/10

recipe from Susie_MI !!! [NT] - Anna_X - 3:17am on 07/23/10

Anna, here is one that is not yeast leavened [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 12:11pm on 07/23/10

This has to be it!!! Thanks! [NT] - Anna_X - 4:06pm on 07/23/10

And German beer, I hope?! [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:28pm on 07/23/10

Naturlich! - Anna_X - 7:53pm on 07/23/10

RICHARD - can I make your potato salad a day ahead? - Anna_X - 7:54pm on 07/23/10

I would not do it. - Richard in Cincy - 3:27pm on 07/24/10

Some suggestions - Richard in Cincy - 3:34pm on 07/24/10

Friend is bring a tomato salad, I can make the cuke salad, but - Anna_X - 3:58pm on 07/24/10

Here's one posted by Randi many years ago that is great and - elaine - 10:23am on 07/25/10

Also known as KISS potato salad, I concurr -- it is FABULOUS! - PatBastrop - 6:10pm on 07/25/10

Back-to-back entertaining so I will post results tomorrow. [NT] - Anna_X - 9:17pm on 07/25/10

18665. am i raising food snobs?.. - donatelife - 10:32pm on 07/22/10 (6)

I have two grandchildren, boy 10, girl 8 who eat raw carrots, broccoli, asparagus - KarenNoCA - 11:56pm on 07/22/10

My 18 year old DD loves to give me a hard time for making her a food snob - Music City Missy - 2:02am on 07/23/10

Good for her... curious - where did she decide to go to school? [NT] - elaine - 6:36am on 07/23/10

I think it's great that they appreciate good ingredients and flavors at a young age. - Joe - 3:00pm on 07/23/10

Speaking of raw veggies, I shave asparagus to make a delicious salad with a [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:14pm on 07/23/10

raised the girls and now the baby as vegetarians for the first year>>> - donatelife - 11:24pm on 07/23/10

18666. This looks and sound delicious - Deborah Madison's "Right Side Up Cake" [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:32am on 07/23/10 (2)

Oh Gay, this book looks wonderful, especially the Right Side Up Cake! - Barbara in VA - 1:01pm on 07/23/10

Barbara in VA, My sentiments exactly, every time I go to clean out the library I find it so very - GayR - 1:12pm on 07/23/10

18667. Dinner Menu - Earnie - 5:29pm on 07/23/10 (6)

Porchetta Pork Roast [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Earnie - 5:30pm on 07/23/10

Israeli Couscous with Asparagus, Peas and Sugar Snap Peas [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Earnie - 5:31pm on 07/23/10

Creamy Grape Dessert [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Earnie - 5:31pm on 07/23/10

This looks absolutely wonderful. I've had my eye on the couscous recipe. The grape dessert looks - Curious1 - 8:04pm on 07/23/10

typo - Earnie - 3:39am on 07/24/10

lovely! you can go in and edit your original post. [NT] - AngAk - 6:34am on 07/29/10

18668. Mangos!! A co-worker's tree is laden with them so she brought me a shopping bag full. - Michael in Sarasota - 3:13pm on 07/24/10 (19)

Rec: Grilled Shrimp Mango Ceviche [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 3:22pm on 07/24/10
REC: Mango Ginger Lime Sorbet [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 3:26pm on 07/24/10
My absolute fav is to simply eat them out of hand! We also make... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:40pm on 07/24/10

Me too! I absoultey OD'd on the Mangos in Egypt, they were so sweet, juicy and amazing. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:53pm on 07/24/10
there is also a spice mix that you can spinkle them with, taqu....something>> - donatelife - 7:39pm on 07/24/10

Our markets are flooded with Mexico-grown mangoes. I couldn't be ... - Michael in Phoenix - 10:01pm on 07/24/10

Warm Chicken, Mango and Avocado salad with Spicy Rum Dressing [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 8:51pm on 07/24/10

Yum! Thanks, Joe. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 9:36pm on 07/24/10

Hopefully she will have a bag or two more for you. ;o) The mango trees here - orchid - 9:26pm on 07/24/10

She has a lot this year. The squirrels take one bite out of each mango. - Michael in Sarasota - 9:34pm on 07/24/10

That is so annoying! The monkeys used to do that to our avocados. - Lana in FL - 4:00am on 07/26/10

Frozen strawberry mango margaritas! - colleenmomof2 - 11:37pm on 07/24/10

yes please! [NT] - AngAk - 1:06am on 07/29/10

Mango salsa! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 3:04am on 07/25/10
Mango chutney, perhaps? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:15pm on 07/25/10
Make a Chinese chicken salad but use mangoes instead of mandarin oranges. Delicious. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:55pm on 07/25/10
Mango popsicles. And I'd just peel them and eat them straight. Yum. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:22am on 07/26/10
without a doubt.... MANGO LASSI... I could make myself sick on it [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 12:59am on 07/27/10

Thanks, Cheezz! I'm getting another big bag today. All the suggestions sound great. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:14am on 07/27/10

18669. Help! Anyone who is computer savvy - I can't email documents from Open Office. I just downloaded it - Meryl - 9:30pm on 07/24/10 (6)

Ya know, maybe I should just save everything to WordPad, and email it that way. So much easier, so - Meryl - 10:20pm on 07/24/10
Meryl, see inside - Marsha tbay - 12:59am on 07/25/10
Never mind - A friend of mine is sending me a copy of MS Office/Word, so I'll try that. [NT] - Meryl - 6:10am on 07/25/10

That will work much better!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 5:11pm on 07/25/10
Much better. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:56pm on 07/25/10

Thanks, you two! [NT] - Meryl - 9:29pm on 07/25/10

18670. Helen's Zucchini Casserole - Just made this. Delicious! [NT] [LINK] - rhoward2va - 10:33pm on 07/24/10 (1)

This sounds great and I was just gifted with some zucchini and yellow squash. - Dawn_MO - 12:51pm on 07/25/10

18671. My Saturday Six - DawnNYS - 4:45am on 07/25/10 (9)

My weekend six - Heather_in_SF - 10:29am on 07/25/10

As we get olfer, it's funny how all the chairs and couchs get "narrow in the seat" - teehee - DawnNYS - 3:20pm on 07/25/10

The many aches and pains now are awful so I dread to think what - orchid - 4:51pm on 07/25/10
"older", "couches", gees... [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:08pm on 07/25/10

(that wasn't in reply to you, orchid!) :o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:09pm on 07/25/10

I know Dawn. Typos can sometimes be so funny and that one just hit my - orchid - 10:29pm on 07/25/10

"Coldest winter ever spent was a summer in San Francisco...." - Luisa_Calif - 8:10pm on 07/25/10

My weekend six - Dawn_MO - 6:55pm on 07/25/10
My weekend six - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:49pm on 07/25/10

18672. I am going to give hot food a chance this Wednesday. I decided to make grilled cheese - Dawn_MO - 7:12pm on 07/25/10 (29)

Oh, and the last few markets I did, - Dawn_MO - 7:18pm on 07/25/10

I was just wondering what you ended up doing :) You're ready-to-heat meals will be a big hit! [NT] - michelle - 7:43pm on 07/25/10

You were right Michelle, they are selling really well. - Dawn_MO - 9:29pm on 07/31/10

I just had an idea about soups: is there a pottery booth that might sell big mugs or soup bowls? - AngAk - 5:40pm on 08/02/10

I wish there was a pottery booth, but there is none. - Dawn_MO - 10:00pm on 08/02/10

Errr, make that there aren't any. Sheesh. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 10:01pm on 08/02/10

It's funny, yesterday when I went to the FM, I bought a grilled cheese - DawnNYS - 9:18pm on 07/25/10

I was thinking of charging - Dawn_MO - 1:27pm on 07/26/10

I'd put sauteed chiles & onions on the pepper jack instead of pickled jalapenos. - Melissa Dallas - 10:01pm on 07/25/10

I was thinking the same thing about the apple one - maybe tarragon, lemon balm, or mint? [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:10pm on 07/25/10
Actually, I could leave the herbs off completely - Dawn_MO - 1:20pm on 07/26/10

If you kept tortillas you could give them a choice between a sandwich & an upscale quesadilla too. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:06pm on 07/26/10

Is the Swiss melty enough... - Glennis_NoCA - 11:22pm on 07/25/10

I will just have to try some out and see. I have Swiss in the fridge - Dawn_MO - 12:21pm on 07/26/10

I always make grilled cheese sandwiches with Gruyere,Swiss cheese which melts beautifully. - Joe - 2:24am on 07/27/10

Where's the bacon???? - SusanKentfieldCa - 11:45pm on 07/25/10

Yum, that sounds great to me. Can you direct me to the recipe? Thanks, Susan. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:28pm on 07/26/10

Sorry Dawn, no recipe. I buy it online - SusanKentfieldCa - 9:34pm on 07/26/10

I found this recipe that I might give a try. It sounds interesting. REC: Bacon Jam [NT] [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 9:54pm on 07/26/10

Yes, that does sound close to Skillet's bacon jam! - SusanKentfieldCa - 12:06am on 07/27/10
Very tempting- just went to Oscar's and bout three pounds of applewood smoked. [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 9:42am on 07/27/10

Dawn, although I love your combos, I suggest that you provide a simple lead-in offering of - FloriSandy - 2:52am on 07/26/10

I was trying to stay away from meats because of the need to keep them refrigerated; - Dawn_MO - 12:46pm on 07/26/10

Dawn, I bought a 2-lb. sliced package of BelGioioso provolone [LINK] - FloriSandy - 5:04pm on 07/26/10

Far be it for me to eat anything helathy ;o) but how about a veggie/cheese - DawnNYS - 2:48pm on 07/26/10

I actually just added a grilled (sauteed) to the list. - Dawn_MO - 3:25pm on 07/26/10

Hi Dawn, I went through the archives.. Joe had an interesting twist. I am summarizing - barb_b - 5:18pm on 07/26/10
Try brie, thinly slided apple and a dab or orange marmalade [NT] - cheezz - 1:00am on 07/27/10
Was just thinking about quesadillas, Dawn, and wondered how those might go over with your [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:21pm on 08/07/10

18673. Lead in red wine vinegar??? - Anna_X - 9:20pm on 07/25/10 (3)

what???? what brand, where are you located? [NT] - donatelife - 10:16pm on 07/25/10
I found an article....Link attached.... [NT] [LINK] - Glennis_NoCA - 11:02pm on 07/25/10
Thanks for the info. Very informative. [NT] - GeorgiaRose - 2:23pm on 07/26/10

18674. Help! Pickling goof!!! What to do now? - AGM_Cape_Cod - 12:45am on 07/26/10 (3)

AGM, just an amateur here but won't they turn out soft instead of crisp? [NT] - Barbara in VA - 4:24pm on 07/26/10
What about adding some onion, red bell pepper and cucumber - Dawn_MO - 6:46pm on 07/26/10
I would give up on it and start with new rind - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:58pm on 07/27/10

18675. Slight variation on Joe's Zucchini Feta Moosewood Pancakes...... - Barbara in VA - 11:22am on 07/26/10 (3)

I'm glad you enjoyed them. The Cherokee tomato sounds like a wonderful addition. - Joe - 4:27pm on 07/26/10

Joe, funny you should mention the poached egg option. I absolutely was thinking - Barbara in VA - 10:33pm on 07/26/10

Another tweak to the Moosewood zucchini pancakes....... - Janet in NC - 2:24pm on 07/29/10

18676. REC: Pork Chops with Blueberry Sauce [NT] [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 12:24pm on 07/26/10 (0)

18677. I have failed as a cook. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:04pm on 07/26/10 (12)

That is depressing indeed, reminds me of... - Richard in Cincy - 2:45pm on 07/26/10

Probably my failure was making it in the first place! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:04pm on 07/26/10

You didn't fail, you made your family very happy. ;-) [NT] - Curious1 - 4:15pm on 07/26/10

So, I agree with Richard. But this cake was pretty good, I have to admit. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:54pm on 07/26/10

Aha, Nordic Ware. I googled,I see they have a line of cake mixes. Probably a cut above the others. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:37pm on 07/26/10
Have you ever tasted brownies made from Ghirardelli brownie mix? They were demo-ing them at Costco - Curious1 - 6:43pm on 07/26/10

Central Market was plugging their Austin Slowburn Hatch Brownies with Ghirardelli Mix - PatBastrop - 9:33pm on 07/26/10

Interesting, did you taste them? [NT] - Curious1 - 7:28pm on 07/28/10

I did, and they were delicious. I haven't made them myself, yet -- but I do have all the stuff! [NT] - PatBastrop - 4:26am on 07/29/10

I think part of it is that some people have grown accustomed to ultra-sweet. - Melissa Dallas - 5:49pm on 07/26/10

Exactly, the same for salt. Look at how many people prefer boxed mac n cheese to homemade. Also - Curious1 - 6:40pm on 07/26/10

Is it a preference? I think it is just easier -- the homemade versions are WAY better! - PatBastrop - 9:37pm on 07/26/10

18678. Personal recomendations for a B & B in Medford, Oregon - oli - 2:31pm on 07/26/10 (0)

18679. I wish they would do this at work: Chocolate Teambuilding! [LINK] - Lana in FL - 3:07pm on 07/26/10 (0)

18680. NFRQ what is the tap water in CA, specifically Long Beach, like? - Lana in FL - 3:17pm on 07/26/10 (7)

Well, I don't know about the water in Long Beach, but I know a bit about kids going off to college. - KarenNoCA - 5:48pm on 07/26/10
Furniture? You mean to find and haul furniture at this end? Have her check the - cheezz - 1:06am on 07/27/10
I'm drinking a glass of Long Beach water right now. It tastes fine to me because I'm used to it. - Joe - 2:19am on 07/27/10

It just occurred to me. Since we had a copper re-pipe on the house a few years ago, - Joe - 7:06pm on 07/27/10

my law school student in DC used his Brita constantly. Beats lugging water up the stairs. [NT] - Janet in NC - 4:41pm on 07/27/10
She's pretty good about filling the Brita at home... - Lana in FL - 5:35pm on 07/27/10

also look at Craig's List for furniture, and garage sales [NT] - cheezz - 4:40am on 07/29/10

18681. Meryl's Malware!@! - Att:donatelife [LINK] - whinecountry - 12:21am on 07/27/10 (39)

Wow! That's weird! I've had that icon for so long. Thanks for deleting it! BTW, did you - Meryl - 12:48am on 07/27/10

Oops - I thought it was deleted. I guess I should do so now. [NT] - Meryl - 12:48am on 07/27/10

I'll have to go find another good one. [NT] - Meryl - 12:49am on 07/27/10

Unless you think I can still use it? - Meryl - 12:50am on 07/27/10

um - whinecountry - 12:59am on 07/27/10

Okay, I'll look for another one. I'm glad you received it - just wanted to check, because the mail - Meryl - 2:20am on 07/27/10

here's one for you if you like... [LINK] [IMAGE] - whinecountry - 12:55am on 07/27/10

That one looks good, but as a chocolate purist, I need to find an all chocolate one. LOL [NT] - Meryl - 2:19am on 07/27/10

I just looked around - it's really hard to find a good one that's only 64x64! Most are min.75x75. [NT] - Meryl - 2:41am on 07/27/10

Found one to use temporarily, till I find a better one. [NT] - Meryl - 2:48am on 07/27/10

how about... - whinecountry - 3:35am on 07/27/10

Ooh, that's a great one, and very sweet of you, but I wouldn't want to deprive you of your icon! [NT] - Meryl - 4:16am on 07/27/10

(Unless we both use it, as chocolate soulmates or something!) [NT] - Meryl - 4:17am on 07/27/10

that sounds like cheating [LINK] [IMAGE] - whinecountry - 6:41am on 07/27/10

Thanks! I just added it! Love your new icon, by the way! [NT] - Meryl - 7:16pm on 07/27/10

OMG. Great icon. I might just have to go make a chocolate cake now. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:55pm on 07/27/10

Here are two virtual cakes for you, so you don't have to bake in this heat - plus - Meryl - 12:16am on 07/28/10

Espresso Brownie Cake [NT] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 12:16am on 07/28/10

Or rather, "Espresso Brownie *Mousse* Cake" [NT] - Meryl - 12:18am on 07/28/10

Chocolate Cake [NT] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 12:17am on 07/28/10

Oh Meryl, it's................. SO you!! Here's a backup for you to drool over - has to be resized [LINK] - FloriSandy - 1:14am on 07/28/10

Oh my! Now how is it possible that I'm craving this as I'm enjoying my nice - orchid - 1:21am on 07/28/10

Why thank you orchid! I'm enjoying a nice cold beer while drooling over the decadent combo. I guess - FloriSandy - 1:33am on 07/28/10

I'm looking forward to it! Cheers! [NT] - orchid - 2:19am on 07/28/10

Wow! Amazing! I've saved it in my files - thanks! How does one resize images? [NT] - Meryl - 4:01am on 07/28/10

As DawnNYS said, Photobucket. However, I tried last night in vain using Paint and - FloriSandy - 4:16am on 07/28/10

Ha! [NT] - Meryl - 4:18am on 07/28/10

Meryl, never thought it was something that you did - donatelife - 5:35am on 07/27/10

It's more like the heat is beating me! [NT] - Meryl - 6:19am on 07/27/10

How about... [IMAGE] - DawnNYS - 2:48pm on 07/27/10

Thanks, Dawn, that's a good one too. I've never used photo bucket, and have no clue how to - Meryl - 7:18pm on 07/27/10

When you get to photobucket, type in Finer_Kitchen for the - DawnNYS - 9:53pm on 07/28/10

Dah! That's "Finer_Kitchens", without the quotes! You can edit it right there, no need to go - DawnNYS - 9:56pm on 07/28/10

Thanks, Dawn, I'll check it out! [NT] - Meryl - 10:49pm on 07/28/10

I just typed "Meryl" under New Album, but there's no place to enter it, so it didn't work. [NT] - Meryl - 10:57pm on 07/28/10

Gimp is an awesome tool [LINK] - whinecountry - 11:25pm on 07/28/10

Thanks, but they seem too complicated for the techno-impaired like me! [NT] - Meryl - 5:15am on 07/29/10

For future reference (I see you have your icon, nice!), you have to make an - DawnNYS - 4:02pm on 07/29/10

I've given up on icons.... nearly impossible to get a picture 18kb and still recognizeable :( [NT] - cheezz - 7:40pm on 08/06/10

18682. Someone might be interested in this new cherry pitter from KA Flour - pit 1 lb. in under 2 min.! [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 12:27am on 07/27/10 (3)

Saw it when I received the catalog, Jane and seriously considered purchasing until - CynUpstateNY - 9:37am on 07/27/10
Oh man - I just may spring for this.... [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:25am on 07/27/10
I have this one! I bought it in Harper's Ferry to pit the sinks full of sour cherries - PatBastrop - 4:22am on 07/29/10

18683. Glennis - thanks for the Blue Moon Cafe suggestion in Sedona - GREAT breakfast! - cheezz - 1:10am on 07/27/10 (2)

Wasn't that place out of the 50's?? But the food was so straight up! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 5:58am on 07/28/10

oh yeah - nice waitresses and sure better than the Coffee Pot. Found a good Indian restaurant, too [NT] - cheezz - 4:43am on 07/29/10

18684. Begged shamelessly for my friend's recipe for tropical fruit cobble. She just posted the recipe. YAY [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 3:12am on 07/27/10 (7)

Errr..make that "Tropical Fruit Cobbler". So good! [NT] - Traca - 3:12am on 07/27/10
Being a fellow genealogist, I just LOVE the story of her family... and the recipe looks delicious! [NT] - cheezz - 4:22pm on 07/27/10

Cheezz, stroll through the archives. Her family history is fascinating. I wrote about her here. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 7:41pm on 07/27/10

Traca, you have such interesting friends. I've started at the beginning and intend to read all the - Curious1 - 7:32pm on 07/28/10

Naomi is definitely a survivor (beat pancreatic cancer w/ a 5% survival rate) + wildly curious... - Traca - 10:44pm on 07/28/10
Traca. that per cent sign keeps me from opening your post. Can you repost? [NT] - Curious1 - 12:46am on 07/29/10

Grrr...short story. She's an amazing woman and one of the best cooks I know. [NT] - Traca - 3:16am on 07/29/10

18685. REC Blackberry Muffins, recipe from the 1930's - DawnNYS - 2:22pm on 07/27/10 (1)

Also in "Aunt Sarah's" column, REC: Cherry Dumplings - DawnNYS - 5:18pm on 07/27/10

18686. Ack!!! Last-minute house guests. Need to figure out two dinners and a breakfast, pronto. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:03am on 07/28/10 (24)

This is a great salmon recipe - Spicy Grilled Salmon Steaks (can use fillets): [LINK] - Meryl - 12:22am on 07/28/10

Another great one: Broiled Salmon with Lime Cilantro [LINK] - Meryl - 12:29am on 07/28/10

Rec: Cheddar, Vegetable and Sausage Strata. I know you said your [LINK] - orchid - 12:27am on 07/28/10

Rec: Chile Rellano Casserole. This is also really great and of course [LINK] - orchid - 1:04am on 07/28/10

Easy Orange Chicken (also posted in T&T): This is deeeelicious! - Meryl - 12:34am on 07/28/10
Love this French Toast: Baked Banana-Stuffed French Toast - Meryl - 12:36am on 07/28/10
T&T Delish: Bobby Flay's Grilled Salmon with Honey-Horseradish Mustard - Traca - 3:02am on 07/28/10

Yum and saved! [NT] - FloriSandy - 3:58am on 07/28/10
Yum and printed! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:28pm on 07/28/10

Rec: Roasted Salmon with Smoked Paprika Glaze. This is foolproof and baked in oven. I've made this [LINK] - FloriSandy - 3:51am on 07/28/10
Randi's Salmon in Pinot Gris Caper Sauce. I had the honor of tasting it prepared by Randi herself, [LINK] - Joe - 4:20am on 07/28/10

This is soo good - maybe it a few weeks ago [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:03am on 07/28/10

Amanda, Have a look at Andrew Zimmern's Ham & Egg Croissant Stratas [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:20am on 07/28/10

Another use for my Ramekins! Now to find an excuse to host a brunch! Tx for posting! [NT] - barb_b - 12:42pm on 07/30/10

I dunno, guys. It's 4pm, guests arriving soon, still haven't made it to the store. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:00pm on 07/28/10

fajitas with some steak in the freezer and an easy marinade?? tortillas and rice and a few fixins? - AngAk - 9:10pm on 07/28/10

This one from deb-in-MI is in Tried n True and REALLY fabulous! REC: Breakfast Croissant Casserole [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 4:46am on 07/29/10

so is this Chile Rellenos Casserole from orchid (in Tried n True) - not too spicy at all... [LINK] - cheezz - 4:53am on 07/29/10
Individual portions - colleenmomof2 - 2:22pm on 07/29/10

ooooh, good suggestion! Another use for my little casserole dishes! [NT] - cheezz - 11:28pm on 07/29/10

One of our faves: Chicken in Poblano Cream Sauce (Melissa Dallas) [LINK] - cheezz - 4:56am on 07/29/10

Or... REC: Northwest Sugar Cured Salmon - super easy [LINK] - cheezz - 4:59am on 07/29/10
Ouu Yeah ! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 10:43pm on 08/01/10

Thanks, everyone! Guests just left on their way home. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:41pm on 07/30/10

18687. Got the CI Best recipes I ordered (with your help). Made the blueberry pie - CynUpstateNY - 9:05am on 07/28/10 (9)

I've just started using tapico as a thickner - really like it!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:01am on 07/28/10
yes please---the recipe. or send me a piece of pie. [NT] - AngAk - 9:07pm on 07/28/10

Oh, Ang- wish I had checked this site five minutes sooner- - CynUpstateNY - 12:22am on 07/29/10
Found the recipe online, Ang, so I don't have to type it out. [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 1:59pm on 07/29/10

thanks! but, I would have really enjoyed that last slice of pie [NT] - AngAk - 6:12pm on 07/29/10

CynUpstateNY, their Creme Brulee REC on p 71 is one I've been using for yrs, with the exception [LINK] - wigs - 6:24pm on 08/06/10

wow - 4 cups of heavy cream... it SHOULD melt in your mouth :) [NT] - cheezz - 6:54pm on 08/06/10

I looked up my notes on my hardcopy REC 2 let U know that I end up w/ 9 or 10 (6 oz ea) ramekins frm - wigs - 5:11pm on 08/08/10

only feel guilty after I've eaten four of them :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:36pm on 08/08/10

18688. It looks like I'm going to have a bumper crop of poblanos... - judy-mass - 11:35am on 07/28/10 (23)

Rec: New Mexico Style Green Chili and Pork Stew. I just did a search [LINK] - orchid - 12:41pm on 07/28/10

Actually, the search with a bunch by me only comes up if you misspell poblano. [LINK] - orchid - 12:58pm on 07/28/10

Rec: Poblano Cream Sauce posted by Melissa Dallas is TDF! Great recipe [LINK] - orchid - 1:22pm on 07/28/10

so funny!! I just suggested it above for Amanda's last-minute dinner guests :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:02am on 07/29/10

orchid, I'm sure the poblanos could also be used for your Chile Rellenos Casserole [NT] - cheezz - 5:04am on 07/29/10

Sure they could. They are so difficult for me to come by that when I - orchid - 10:47am on 07/29/10

I am going to make this sauce to go with Creamy Chicken Enchiladas - Dawn_MO - 1:40pm on 07/29/10

Did you decide to go with "meat" dishes too, or is this a different project? I just made - DawnNYS - 4:45pm on 07/29/10

Hey D, - Dawn_MO - 5:19pm on 07/29/10

Love the Dinner for Two idea, it sounds as though you're finding your niche at the market. Please - Curious1 - 4:52pm on 07/30/10

From my to-try list: [NT] - Meryl - 5:04pm on 07/28/10

Poblanos Stuffed with Cheddar and Chicken: [LINK] - Meryl - 5:05pm on 07/28/10

Green Poblano Rice (Rick Bayless): - Meryl - 5:06pm on 07/28/10

Roasted Poblano and Chicken Enchiladas with Sour Cream Sauce: [LINK] - Meryl - 5:09pm on 07/28/10

Les Gourmettes Goat Cheese Shrimp-Stuffed Poblanos: [LINK] - Meryl - 5:11pm on 07/28/10

Stuffed Poblanos with black beans and cheese [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:14pm on 07/28/10

I've made this recipe often, it's delicious. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:15pm on 07/28/10

I've been eyeing this one for awhile - it really does sound great! [NT] - Meryl - 6:46pm on 07/28/10

You can grill or broil to blacken the skins, Put them in a bowl covered with plastic wrap to steam. - Curious1 - 5:35pm on 07/28/10
REC: Chile Relleno Casserole with Tomato Sauce. This is similar to Orchid's but with fresh chiles. - Curious1 - 5:42pm on 07/28/10
I'm jealous! I use poblanos for chile rellenos...peel & freeze! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 9:16pm on 07/29/10
Cheese and Shrimp-stuffed Poblanos. [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 2:37pm on 07/30/10

For a special occasion; Chiles in Nut Sauce from "Like Water for Chocolate." [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 3:03pm on 07/30/10

18689. REC: Lettuce Wraps. Made these last night, they are delciious! DH said he was "surprised" when he [LINK] - Marianne - 4:01pm on 07/28/10 (20)

Ha, tell DH he's not the only one with an aversion to ground turkey. I wonder if he feels the same - Curious1 - 7:40pm on 07/28/10

Howdjano, Curious, that eating chicken sausage is against his religion! We stayed at a nice hotel - Marianne - 2:05am on 07/30/10

No, I've not knowingly eaten it. I have an unreasonable aversion to dark chicken meat and that's - Curious1 - 3:25pm on 07/30/10

Sriracha is the asian hot sauce with the rooster on the bottle. it has the consistency of ketchup. [NT] - AngAk - 9:01pm on 07/28/10

And it is BLISTERING HOT! A little goes a long way, in my opine. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:55am on 07/29/10

Indeed! it's all I use now for adding heat [NT] - AngAk - 6:18am on 07/29/10

I've discovered it for mixing with Maynnaise for a spicy pink spread. [NT] - Joe - 12:40am on 07/30/10

What a good idea! I've become addicted to the Hot and Spicy Sandwich Shop Mayo from Kraft. This - Curious1 - 3:29pm on 07/30/10

Yes, I have Curious. I also got two of them when they were free, the - orchid - 7:35pm on 07/30/10

I'll be interested in what you think. Btw, I want to thank you for posting about online coupons. - Curious1 - 8:00pm on 07/30/10

Could you post the links for online coupons? I must have missed that post. Thanks! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 8:20pm on 07/30/10

Also, find a blog that covers your favorite grocery chain. [NT] - Curious1 - 8:52pm on 07/30/10

Thanks, Orchid and Curious. I will give them a look. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:31pm on 07/31/10

You're welcome Curious. It has really been a big changer for me. I'm - orchid - 8:26pm on 07/30/10
Here it is. She covers a variety of store in the south but you may have [LINK] - orchid - 8:44pm on 07/30/10

Oops...this was in response to Dawn. Sorry. [NT] - orchid - 8:48pm on 07/30/10

I mix it with mayo too, and use it when making Sandi's Lazy Woman California Rolls. - Dawn_MO - 1:06pm on 08/01/10

Hmmm...I'm so glad I used dry sherry instead! We are not into blistering hot, and adding very - Marianne - 2:10am on 07/30/10

add a few dashes of tabasco or a sprinkle of cayenne for a hint of spicy. [NT] - AngAk - 6:23am on 07/30/10

Great suggestion, Ang. Will add it to the next batch, as a "hint" would perk it up even more. [NT] - Marianne - 2:59pm on 07/30/10

18690. just have to love the farmer's market - donatelife - 12:17am on 07/29/10 (4)

The farmer's market in Lowell is also a very ethnic market - judy-mass - 2:22am on 07/29/10

cute little crock icon there.... is it a french butter keeper? [NT] - cheezz - 5:07am on 07/29/10

That crock is a garlic keeper... - judy-mass - 5:59pm on 07/29/10

We have a lot of Asian growers in our farmer's market - KarenNoCA - 12:02am on 07/30/10

18691. EAT @ Queens Library [IMAGE] - whinecountry - 12:54am on 07/29/10 (3)

LOL! Love it! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 2:06am on 07/29/10
HA! LOVE the Lays potato chip icon.... is there a story there? [NT] - cheezz - 5:09am on 07/29/10

Love that icon! And Paul is a sweetheart - he gave his luscious chocolate cake icon to me! [NT] - Meryl - 5:19am on 07/29/10

18692. REC: Thanks AngAk, White Cupcake with Strawberry inside, with Buttercream frosting [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 1:41pm on 07/29/10 (2)

That looks so pretty Deb. It sounds good too. I think I might make these - Dawn_MO - 5:11pm on 07/29/10
yay! - AngAk - 6:14pm on 07/29/10

18693. All you pie bakers. I thought this was a really pretty presentation. Flower Pie [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 5:13pm on 07/29/10 (8)

Great site, Dawn. I FINALLY figured out how to do a latticed top pie without looking like an idjit. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 6:27pm on 07/29/10
Pretty! It's always one of those "DUH" moments when I see you can do something besides lattice! [NT] - cheezz - 11:32pm on 07/29/10
Beautiful! Bet it's easier to cut too. [NT] - Traca - 3:04am on 07/30/10
Reminded me of this: Pies baked in little jars. Would be fun to top them in the flower motif. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 3:10am on 07/30/10

Oh, you've just given me such a great idea! - Lana in FL - 3:10pm on 07/30/10

Frozen? I'd suggest cakes, quick breads, profiterals, brownies.... [NT] - Traca - 9:20pm on 07/30/10
How about logs of cookie dough, Lana. Easy to execute, easy to store in the freezer, and who doesn't - Pat-NoCal - 2:05pm on 08/10/10

In fact, now that I think about it, wouldn't "Cookie of the Month" be a good theme too? Hmmm, my - Pat-NoCal - 5:59pm on 08/10/10

18694. I just tried something new and it worked pretty well. I needed roasted red bell peppers - Dawn_MO - 10:29pm on 07/29/10 (3)

How smart! [NT] - cheezz - 11:33pm on 07/29/10

or lazy. :) [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:36pm on 07/29/10

Lazyt people always find the most efficient and quick use of their labors! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 1:53am on 07/31/10

18695. This looks delicious - Gale Gand's Strata with Variations - House Beautiful Magazine [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:09am on 07/30/10 (2)

It certainly does - nice variations too. Thanks. [NT] - elaine - 4:20am on 07/30/10

Elaine, Hope you enjoy the recipe if you try it. [NT] - GayR - 1:50pm on 07/30/10

18696. NFR: Birds? - Richard in Cincy - 2:37am on 07/30/10 (13)

I love watching the swallows. It's like the Follies...in the sky! [NT] - Traca - 3:01am on 07/30/10
My guess would be global warming. They are off their schedule. [NT] - elaine - 4:21am on 07/30/10

And/or man-made obstacles like the diminishing migration of north American butterflies to Mexico [LINK] - FloriSandy - 4:41am on 07/30/10

you didn't just bring some lovebirds home, did ya?? [NT] - AngAk - 6:26am on 07/30/10

LOL Love the Hitch. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 6:32am on 07/30/10

Was Tippi Hedren in town? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 12:43pm on 07/30/10
I thought they were doin a remake of The Birds at my house the other morning - Music City Missy - 3:22am on 07/31/10

If you want to see a remake of Hitchcock's "The Birds", just capture a crow! [NT] - cheezz - 11:30pm on 07/31/10

So weird, that it was it, just 10,000 birds buzzing - Richard in Cincy - 1:15pm on 08/02/10

We had that happen this past year; two days in a row. I have been racking my brain to recall - barb_b - 1:57pm on 08/02/10
Ok, so if I was a bird and living in Cincy, I would pick your house/garden to hover over too. [NT] - AngAk - 5:43pm on 08/02/10

Lol, they were checking to see if there were any cherries left. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:31pm on 08/02/10

Exactly! - Richard in Cincy - 3:04pm on 08/03/10

18697. ISO Dawn_Mo. How about grilled portobello mushrooms marinated with your pesto for the farmer's [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 3:16am on 07/30/10 (4)

Looks good. And reminds me, did you ever try replicating the porto stuffed with shrimp & crab you - Curious1 - 3:33pm on 07/30/10

It sure was delicious Curious. Thanks for reminding me! [NT] - FloriSandy - 9:46pm on 07/30/10

That sounds good, but I think it may be too complicated for the - Dawn_MO - 6:33pm on 07/30/10

You're welcome Dawn. [NT] - FloriSandy - 9:29pm on 07/30/10

18698. Cherry & Onion Stuffed Tenderloin. This was delicious and fun to make. I used bing cherries, as I [LINK] - Curious1 - 12:25pm on 07/30/10 (0)

18699. I have not been cooking much from Bon Appetit lately. Sorta just waiting for my subscription to end [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 12:53pm on 07/30/10 (11)

REC: Grilled Mustard Chicken with Fresh Corn Polenta [NT] [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 12:54pm on 07/30/10

That polenta looks great. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:43pm on 07/30/10

REC: Summer Bean Salad with Toasted Walnuts and Pecorino Fresco [NT] [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 12:55pm on 07/30/10
REC: Orange Polenta Cake with Vanilla Scented Plums and Blackberries [NT] [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 12:57pm on 07/30/10
What a wonderful summer meal. I, too, have let my subscription to Bon Appetit expire. - KC_ - 1:48pm on 07/30/10

Me too and I agree with Barbara about the new format. I had just renewed - orchid - 8:07pm on 07/30/10
I always wait to renew my subscriptions to magazines... - KarenNoCA - 11:23pm on 07/30/10

Sounds delicious, Barbara - deb-in-MI - 2:03pm on 07/30/10
I let my subscription expire too. I re-directed my subscription $$ here. :) [NT] - MoNJ - 2:24pm on 07/30/10
These do look great--thanks for posting, this could be my company menu next weekend! [NT] - MoNJ - 2:25pm on 07/30/10
this bruschetta does sound wonderful! would make a nice lunch. [NT] - AngAk - 7:54pm on 07/31/10

18700. Help with biscotti, please bakers. I bought a lovely little appertiser book as a gift and thought - joanietoo - 7:02pm on 07/30/10 (7)

Use a bit more flour and perhaps bake them a little longer the first time. Let cool a bit - Joe - 7:12pm on 07/30/10

Thank you Joe. You are a star......can you hlep with the next post?? [NT] - joanietoo - 7:21pm on 07/30/10

hlep, shlep, schelp chelp OH...Well...help! [NT] - joanietoo - 7:22pm on 07/30/10

Sorry Jaonie, other than teasing you about meetups with French sailors, I don't think I can help. - Joe - 8:41pm on 07/30/10

I have a good recipe for Cornmeal-Almond Biscotti - not savory but nice. Let me know if you want it. [NT] - Janet in NC - 9:27pm on 07/30/10

Janet, here is the one I use by Richard Sax. [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 11:24pm on 07/30/10

Mine, from "Once Upon A Tart" is almost the same, just increased amounts to make more. [NT] - Janet in NC - 1:35am on 07/31/10

18701. Any suggestions please for flavouring and or stuffing spit roasts.... - joanietoo - 7:17pm on 07/30/10 (5)

When we have done whole pigs we filled the cavity with cut citrus fruit - orchid - 8:58pm on 07/30/10
I recall Michael/Phx linking a BBQ pit for pigs, yrs ago... I tried so hard to rationalize - barb_b - 12:03am on 07/31/10

Me too. One of the most memorable informal wedding receptions I attended - Melissa Dallas - 1:26am on 07/31/10
I've never done this, but here's the link. [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:27pm on 07/31/10

sounds like a good scout project! [NT] - AngAk - 7:57pm on 07/31/10

18702. OKRA!!!! has anyone ever eaten okra leaves, cooked or raw? [NT] - daricem - 8:55pm on 07/30/10 (1)

I'd never heard of this, bet evidently they taste much like kale. All I could think - Melissa Dallas - 1:17am on 07/31/10

18703. ISO: Feel dumb asking but...tips on boiling shrimp? - deb-in-MI - 9:58pm on 07/30/10 (5)

deb, for frozen shrimp, 1 TBS of salt and 4 cups of water boiled per 1 lb. jumbo for 4-5 minutes... - FloriSandy - 10:52pm on 07/30/10
When I want cooked shrimp for sandwiches or salads I follow the [LINK] - orchid - 10:54pm on 07/30/10
Deb, look for a C-shape as the shrimp curl. U--they may still need a minute. O-they're overcooked. [LINK] - Joe - 11:26pm on 07/30/10
Be sure to season well - Music City Missy - 3:15am on 07/31/10
Thanks Everyone! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:00pm on 07/31/10

18704. To anyone who has made Smittenkitten's Blueberry Bars... - DawnNYS - 1:09am on 07/31/10 (1)

It was nice and crisp, like a shortbread crust, and fabulous when warm. - Sandi in Hawaii - 9:00am on 07/31/10

18705. Just removed these from the oven - Woman's Day "Chocolate Almond Triangles" [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 1:24pm on 07/31/10 (3)

These are absolutely delicious and make such a beautiful presentation! [NT] - GayR - 3:32pm on 07/31/10
thanks gay! nice variation on dolly madison bars. [NT] - AngAk - 8:01pm on 07/31/10

My pleasure, AngAK .... Enjoy! The recipients of these really loved them. [NT] - GayR - 8:49pm on 07/31/10

18706. Assortment of canning jars posted in larder barter! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 2:17pm on 07/31/10 (0)

18707. Wonderful White Bread recipe from King Arthur Flour. Made two loaves in the last... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:24pm on 07/31/10 (11)

White bread? Oh, my achin' glycemic index! ;>D [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 9:53pm on 07/31/10

Yeah, I know. I felt guilty making it, and before the second rise I was already... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:31am on 08/01/10

You're SO lucky to have teenagers. I resort to giving it to neighbors. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:46pm on 08/01/10

Picture a nest full of pterodactyls. Mouths open and waiting for food. - Dawn_MO - 12:23am on 08/02/10

Locusts also come to mind... [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:00am on 08/02/10
Oh how I miss those days...sigh [NT] - orchid - 2:12am on 08/02/10

The 16-year-old is 6' 3" tall, 250 lbs. No kidding. The 14-year-old is leaner, but ... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:43am on 08/02/10

you must change "will work for food", to "MUST work for food". !! [NT] - AngAk - 5:45pm on 08/02/10
I have one of those too. Mine is 6 ft. 6 in. but weighs about 185. . . - mistral - 9:00pm on 08/02/10

My big kid has no interest in team sports, even though he's perfectly built... - Michael in Phoenix - 9:23pm on 08/02/10

this worked beautifully in the bread machine. co-workers are devouring it this morning - AngAk - 5:36pm on 08/06/10

18708. Baby Bellas - Earnie - 8:54pm on 07/31/10 (6)

Earnie, [LINK] - judy-mass - 9:11pm on 07/31/10

Thanks Judy & Charlie - Earnie - 10:41pm on 07/31/10

I keep a container of sauteed mushrooms in the freezer - Music City Missy - 1:08am on 08/01/10

So smart... (Note to self!) [NT] - Traca - 6:43pm on 08/01/10
me too, save them while they are pretty. also keep carmalized onion in freezer [NT] - Nan - 3:17pm on 08/03/10

Nan, do you think this would work if kept in ice cube trays (sealed)? - ErininNY - 3:28am on 08/04/10

18709. Oooh. Too much too rich dinner. - Melissa Dallas - 1:52am on 08/01/10 (3)

Sounds good to me! Could you post the gorgonzola & walnut ravioli recipe? TIA [NT] - cheezz - 1:06am on 08/02/10

I didn't make them. I purchased them frozen. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:35pm on 08/02/10

You had me at "gorgonzola." Swoon! [NT] - Traca - 1:41am on 08/02/10

18710. I bought a 3 pound package of Wright's Bacon Pieces and Ends a couple - Dawn_MO - 12:59pm on 08/01/10 (7)

Do you think you could make Bacon Jam w/ it? I have been trying to find a crockpot recipe. - barb_b - 2:26pm on 08/01/10

A couple of tablespoons of the rendered fat or a small handful of the bacon - Melissa Dallas - 8:00pm on 08/01/10

MMM, collards with bacon. . . - mistral - 1:38am on 08/02/10

That was our dinner last night, fried rice and fresh corn on the cob. - Dawn_MO - 4:52pm on 08/02/10

Fried rice with egg was my "go to" broke college student meal [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:25pm on 08/02/10
fried rice with bacon sounds delightful! I have 2 cobs of corn to make too. yummy dinner! [NT] - AngAk - 6:01pm on 08/02/10
If you have a camp stove. . . Try this: - mistral - 8:40pm on 08/02/10

18711. My weekend six - elaine - 3:50pm on 08/01/10 (6)

My weekend six - Dawn_MO - 4:30pm on 08/01/10

Dawn, for the combo beef/pork this is very good: - Melissa Dallas - 8:08pm on 08/01/10
A local Mom and Pops place that we go to sometimes - DawnNYS - 10:18pm on 08/01/10
If quiches can be frozen, I would think that Stratas would be fine too. [NT] - AngAk - 6:06pm on 08/02/10

Mmm, plum pie sounds great! My Blueberry Six started [LINK] - DawnNYS - 10:33pm on 08/01/10
My weekend six - AngAk - 6:24pm on 08/02/10

18712. Ravigote Sauce for Fish (Onions, Parsely, Tomatoes, Olives, etc.) [NT] [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 11:34am on 08/02/10 (0)

18713. Spoke with my 93 year old aunt yesterday. We were talking about Chelsea's - CynUpstateNY - 11:43am on 08/02/10 (3)

You gotta love that! What a wonderful sense of humor. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:14pm on 08/02/10
LOL! what a treasure. [NT] - AngAk - 6:09pm on 08/02/10
Too cute! Yep. she - PatBastrop - 1:50am on 08/03/10

18714. I picked up the latest copy of delicious magazine this weekend. The recipes in it look.... - Barbara in VA - 12:56pm on 08/02/10 (4)

They're referring to Scottish Oat Cakes. You might get Walker's Brand (imported from Scotland)>> - michelle - 2:50pm on 08/02/10

Michelle, they are to be crumbled along with parmesan and butter for the crust. Thank you very much - Barbara in VA - 4:13pm on 08/02/10

You could just use breadcrumbs, or toast some oats & use those :) [NT] - michelle - 10:08pm on 08/02/10

Or make oatmeal streuesel without the sugar and bake it, then crumble it. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:35am on 08/03/10

18715. This recipe looks wonderful - (see inside) Lemon Drizzle Bars from Brittany's Veg Kitchen [LINK] - GayR - 3:19pm on 08/02/10 (0)

18716. Here's an old T & T casserole recipe that I happened to run across & made 4 our dinner 1 day last wk - wigs - 7:17pm on 08/02/10 (5)

I have a similar recipe, I think from a Sunset cookbook, that adds thinly sliced pepperoni. good - AngAk - 5:07pm on 08/03/10

Hey, that's a great idea--I may throw in some pepperoni, too, the next time I make that casserole. - wigs - 7:15pm on 08/06/10

I love your recipes wigs. I have so many copied. [NT] - AngAk - 9:33pm on 08/06/10

Me, too! Thanks for sharing them. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:23pm on 08/07/10

You are both more than welcome! I have found & used so many wonderful RECS from all you fine - wigs - 10:53pm on 08/12/10

18717. Thanks,for the good thoughts on my brother & my nephew.Now at the risk of being one of those people> [IMAGE] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:39pm on 08/02/10 (22)

OMG - he's gorgeous! [NT] - Meryl - 10:44pm on 08/02/10
Beautiful photos! What a cutie. [NT] - Traca - 11:22pm on 08/02/10
What a beautiful baby! Most happiness to you and yours. [NT] - Marianne - 12:22am on 08/03/10
Thank you Michael, I needed that. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:57am on 08/03/10
Wonderful photos! Did the monkey hat come from etsy? [NT] - PatBastrop - 1:49am on 08/03/10
Michael, Precious, Precious, Precious! Thank you for sharing... [NT] - GayR - 1:50am on 08/03/10
That beautiful little guy just makes me happy! So sweet Michael. [NT] - orchid - 2:09am on 08/03/10
Awwwwwwww! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:23am on 08/03/10
Lovely, cuddly baby. Mazal Tov to the whole family. [NT] - elaine - 3:28am on 08/03/10
Oh my gosh- how beautiful he is! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:30am on 08/03/10
Adorable! But I'm counting at least 4 photo shoots in the first 5 days of life. Are you sure... - Joe - 4:29am on 08/03/10

Joe, these photos were taken at great-grandmom's home in Fargo...what else is there to do in Fargo? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:52am on 08/03/10

Never been there but saw the movie. I get your point, LOL. [NT] - Joe - 4:52am on 08/08/10

Absolutely beautiful! So glad you shared! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:11am on 08/03/10
What a wonderful way to start my day! Thanks for sharing! What a cutie; lovely photos! - barb_b - 12:59pm on 08/03/10
oh my goodness!! [NT] - AngAk - 5:08pm on 08/03/10
So sweet, :) congratulations!! [NT] - MoNJ - 5:37pm on 08/03/10
Truly, truly blessed there Michael - you just want to pinch one of those (4) little cheeks *g* [NT] - cheezz - 5:44pm on 08/03/10
How cute! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:53pm on 08/03/10
Oooooooohhhhh, how cute! Congrats! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 10:32pm on 08/03/10
Michael, he is just adorable. [NT] - joanietoo - 7:46pm on 08/04/10
Absolutely precious! I really like those hats. [NT] - wigs - 6:13pm on 08/17/10

18718. To check out Chile Lime Chicken on the Grill [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:18am on 08/03/10 (0)

18719. Things that are purported to be healthy - Melissa Dallas - 2:27am on 08/03/10 (4)

Jack in the Box did something similar with smoothies from Minute Maid. They were awful! - Michael in Phoenix - 5:51am on 08/03/10
I haven't tried McDonalds' yet, but a friend said that she had a - BobbiJoAZ - 2:13pm on 08/03/10

Loaded with sugar too. :( I have a coupon for a free 12oz. Debating whether "Free" is worth it! [NT] - MoNJ - 5:19pm on 08/03/10

This subject came up at family dinner on Sunday. Apparently my neice twitters or follows tweets? - barb_b - 7:22pm on 08/03/10

18720. Where are people buying their spices these days? - Richard in Cincy - 3:06pm on 08/03/10 (32)

I asked this awhile back, Charley told me about this place. But then, I went back to Penzeys. DH [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:26pm on 08/03/10

Cheaper prices than Penzey's. Going to go check out an Indian market over lunch. - Richard in Cincy - 3:33pm on 08/03/10

Boo-hoo. I so miss Sabzi Mandi in Philly for my spices and veggies. I loved that Indian grocer and - FloriSandy - 6:17am on 08/04/10

Have you checked this place? Also owned by Penzeys family. I think it's the original. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:28pm on 08/03/10

Ouch on these prices. Cumin is $6/lb. more than Penzey's! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:32pm on 08/03/10

These people have the best prices - haven't tried their spices, but have bought hot sauce from them [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 3:48pm on 08/03/10

Yes, those are very nice prices. Will have to order a samping to check quality... - Richard in Cincy - 3:51pm on 08/03/10

That's great, and you don't have to pay shipping! [NT] - Meryl - 3:52pm on 08/03/10

You want a good price on cumin? Try" - mistral - 3:56pm on 08/03/10
For others looking for a mail order source, this site has cumin $4.15 lb. It's $11. at Penzeys. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:48pm on 08/03/10

WOW, that's really cheap! The Great American Spice company was a good one to work with. they have [LINK] - AngAk - 5:25pm on 08/03/10

Indian grocers are SO much cheaper than elsewhere - big bag of cardamom for $6 - cheezz - 5:45pm on 08/03/10
I shop at World Spice Merchants. Local co. that has mail order. Buy by the ounce. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 5:58pm on 08/03/10
Just got back from the Indian Grocery... - Richard in Cincy - 6:37pm on 08/03/10

I can see it coming....you will master Indian cooking then go on a major trip - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:24pm on 08/03/10

Cathy, LOL you know me to a T - Richard in Cincy - 3:36pm on 08/04/10

See? I was right! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:04pm on 08/04/10

shoot, I'm probably too late for dinner! [NT] - AngAk - 12:45am on 08/04/10
Richard, if you get into Indian cooking, check out Julile Sahani's books and Vij's out of Vancouver - Traca - 1:25am on 08/04/10
Richard, if you get into Indian cooking, check out Julile Sahani's books and Vij's out of Vancouver - Traca - 1:25am on 08/04/10
I've made seven great recipes from Chitra Nag at this site... [LINK] - FloriSandy - 6:23am on 08/04/10
Traca and Sandy thanks for the site references, I'll check them out. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:43pm on 08/04/10

Central Market bulk. None better! No mail order, though. [NT] - PatBastrop - 7:14pm on 08/03/10

That was our last stop before leaving Austin when moving to FL. I bought lots of bags, problem - Curious1 - 8:57pm on 08/03/10

Don't you just love all the chili mixes? Did your trunk recover? [NT] - PatBastrop - 3:24am on 08/04/10

Yes, but it took awhile. We actually started out with them inside the car. That didn't last long! [NT] - Curious1 - 4:00pm on 08/04/10

like fenugreek - I had to bag it THREE times and still the aroma came thru! [NT] - cheezz - 10:10pm on 08/04/10

I think fenugreek is one of the worst. Why is it so hard to grind? [NT] - PatBastrop - 11:36pm on 08/04/10

I haven't ground it - just used the dried leaves whole [NT] - cheezz - 10:41pm on 08/05/10

I've bought several items from SpiceHunter.com I check nearly ever mo and buy sale items [NT] - Marsha tbay - 7:14pm on 08/03/10
This summer we went to the Spice House in Old Town, Chicago. - PatBastrop - 3:30am on 08/04/10
Things I use a lot of--cumin, black pepper, thyme, I buy in pint or quart sizes at Smart&Final. - Joe - 1:01am on 08/05/10

18721. Spice Goddess on the new Cooking Channel - Richard in Cincy - 3:14pm on 08/03/10 (28)

REC: Potato Parathas from the Spice Goddess - Richard in Cincy - 3:23pm on 08/03/10
REC: Southern Indian Coconut Curry Chicken - Richard in Cincy - 3:29pm on 08/03/10

that 'asafoetida' sounded interesting, so had to look it up (never heard of it!) >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 4:25am on 08/04/10

the sambar sounded interesting too... here's a recipe to make your own - cheezz - 4:29am on 08/04/10
the asafoetida is rather stinky - Richard in Cincy - 3:30pm on 08/04/10

Ah, but did you USE it after finding it to be stinky? - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:05pm on 08/04/10

ooh, Cathy, could you post your naan recipe?! [NT] - cheezz - 10:11pm on 08/04/10

REC: Spicy Dal Soup - Richard in Cincy - 3:29pm on 08/03/10
Off to the Indian Grocery for spice shopping. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:30pm on 08/03/10
It is a good show, I like it too. I wish I had "customers" for Indian cuisine. :( [NT] - MoNJ - 5:36pm on 08/03/10

Have you tried it on them? Who can resist a beautiful samosa or pakora?! [NT] - cheezz - 5:48pm on 08/03/10

DH is pretty stubborn!! And he hates spicy, hot, cumin, cliantro..... sigh - MoNJ - 8:59pm on 08/03/10

"too fancy"... I've got some of those - just don't cook for 'em *g* Pakoras can be pretty safe. - cheezz - 9:06pm on 08/03/10

Just finished this dinner---*******WOW********** - Richard in Cincy - 1:02am on 08/04/10

I can hardly wait to try them. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:06am on 08/04/10
So good to hear you liked your dinner Richard. Curry leaves are hard to find and very delicious. I - FloriSandy - 6:53am on 08/04/10

Thanks for the info... - Richard in Cincy - 3:13pm on 08/04/10
Richard, I wonder if a curry plant would thrive in your garden?? [NT] - AngAk - 5:45pm on 08/04/10

Ang, I've been looking for one. I bring my tropicals - Richard in Cincy - 6:37pm on 08/04/10

Richard, your menu sounds wonderful! You should put it in the menu section. You post wonderful rec's - barb_b - 4:57pm on 08/04/10

You should have seen the kitchen after I was finished! LOL Thanks Barb. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 6:37pm on 08/04/10

too funny, when I open up this post, I have the fat belly lady ad winking at me [NT] - AngAk - 5:40pm on 08/04/10

Hooo Booooy...sounds divine. I love coconut milk in curries although not - joanietoo - 7:39pm on 08/04/10
Coriander Chutney and Green Marsala - joanietoo - 7:40pm on 08/04/10

Joanie I love Coriander Chutney - Richard in Cincy - 3:38pm on 08/05/10

Nice side south indian side dish -- Semiya Upma - Judy-TX - 6:44pm on 08/16/10
Jumbo Shrimp in coconut curry sauce - Judy-TX - 7:19pm on 08/16/10
Kosu Kootu -- a comforting homey dish - Judy-TX - 7:40pm on 08/16/10

18722. First real complaint with the new Cooking Channel - Richard in Cincy - 3:19pm on 08/03/10 (2)

Richard, since the channel is new, perhaps they will actually read and respond to a viewer comment, - AngAk - 5:15pm on 08/03/10

Yes, I was planning on contacting them. Hope others do likewise. . . - Richard in Cincy - 6:32pm on 08/03/10

18723. REC: Amazing Vanilla Ice Cream--no eggs :) - MoNJ - 5:21pm on 08/03/10 (0)

18724. REC: Blueberry Peach Crisp - MoNJ - 5:24pm on 08/03/10 (3)

Mo, I am going to try this tomorrow night. Would vanilla ice cream be too daring? [NT] - Joe - 5:13pm on 08/05/10

LOL I am always leery of posting CI recipes. :) Do try the vanilla, it was sooo good!! [NT] - MoNJ - 9:07pm on 08/05/10

Ah, now I understand. I'm glad I printed it out before they come after you. - Joe - 10:15pm on 08/05/10

18725. another blueberry recipe: Lemon Blueberry Marble Cake. and a nice blog. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 12:48am on 08/04/10 (7)

Love the looks of that cake! Thanks Ang [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:28pm on 08/04/10
oh my - this looks incredible! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:31pm on 08/04/10

I thought the white cake recipe was quite nice---adding the raw egg whites and just mixing them in - AngAk - 5:47pm on 08/04/10

I can't figure out how to sign up for their post by email - do you know how? [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:16pm on 08/04/10

no, I just stumbled on it yesterday. [NT] - AngAk - 11:32pm on 08/04/10

right below her welcome on the left side is the "subscribe to" box for posts. - AngAk - 11:46pm on 08/04/10

I'm not sure? (I don't want to subscribe to an RSS feed). However, I wrote to her - deb-in-MI - 11:29am on 08/05/10

18726. NFRC: Do any of you know how to totally block a message from someone in gmail? - CynUpstateNY - 8:58am on 08/04/10 (6)

Click Settings, Filters, and Create a New Filter. Add that person's email, & select - Meryl - 10:05am on 08/04/10

I did that, Meryl but it keeps coming. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:56pm on 08/04/10

What about the same thing but using the subject line that the person is using? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:30pm on 08/04/10
can you set it up to go directly to junk mail? I don't have gmail, but assume it has junk mail. [NT] - AngAk - 5:48pm on 08/04/10

Cyn, click on your Spam folder, then under 'More Actions', select 'filter messages like these' [NT] - cheezz - 10:17pm on 08/04/10
I'll try these suggestions- thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:03am on 08/05/10

18727. Does anyone have a suggestion for a "beer can chicken" type roaster for the grill? (more) - Janet in NC - 1:08pm on 08/04/10 (7)

they might be on clearance now at end of summer(sniff) [NT] - AngAk - 5:49pm on 08/04/10
Janet, a few months ago I posted this BBQ roaster that I wanted. I think I got it in my email from [LINK] - FloriSandy - 4:03am on 08/05/10

Thanks for this. It's just what I want but I'm not sure I want it $30.00 worth :) [NT] - Janet in NC - 12:12pm on 08/05/10

how 'bout using a bundt pan? placing it on a cookie sheet or something to catch the center drips? [NT] - AngAk - 8:29pm on 08/05/10

where is MacGyver when we need him?? [NT] - AngAk - 8:30pm on 08/05/10

Hmmm, how about $4.97 one? You can place a beer can within the cage. There are a lot to choose [LINK] - FloriSandy - 12:02am on 08/06/10

Walmart has some inexpensive (@$6)ones. Coors Light cans work for skinny chickens... [NT] - Sarah in Charleston - 12:44pm on 08/05/10

18728. Tomatoes filled with Spinach Fettuchini - Janet in NC - 1:19pm on 08/04/10 (11)

I was looking for something to go with the herb roasted pork loin - Dawn_MO - 2:22pm on 08/04/10

I think you could make them the day before but I can't comment on the microwave. Rarely use it. [NT] - Janet in NC - 2:34pm on 08/04/10
Tomatoes Stuffed with Rice is another nice side. The recipe I use is inside, Giada's is at the link. [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:31pm on 08/04/10

Curious, this sounds lovely. could you edit the part with the Author's notes about how long to cook - AngAk - 5:56pm on 08/04/10

Done, 10 min. The recipe was re-written by DH because the original was hard to use. It's here>> [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:26pm on 08/04/10

This sounds so good Curious. It almost sounds like risotto stuffed - Dawn_MO - 10:49pm on 08/04/10

Dawn I would use the rice-stuffed tomatoes for your side - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:10pm on 08/04/10

I am packaging them up for people to buy. - Dawn_MO - 10:46pm on 08/04/10

Dawn, what about Moyns Killer Tomaoes ((Miss her)) or Cathy's Gazpacho Salad ((YUM!)) [NT] - barb_b - 12:07am on 08/05/10

I worry a bit about reheating the cream sauce---reminds me of alfredo sauce and it always breaks - AngAk - 11:26pm on 08/04/10

I made them earlier in the day and did the 2nd cooking in the oven. There isn't any sauce..... - Janet in NC - 12:08pm on 08/05/10

18729. REC Peach/Brie Biscuits - DawnNYS - 2:14pm on 08/04/10 (8)

And another: REC Mexican Stuffed-Pepper Biscuit Tostadas - DawnNYS - 2:25pm on 08/04/10

Have you tried either of these? I'm interested in the Peach/Brie combo. Thanks for sharing! [NT] - GeorgiaRose - 4:39pm on 08/04/10

Not yet, but I'm going to tomorrow morning. I have a lot of fresh peaches, so - DawnNYS - 2:47am on 08/05/10
Rose, I'm assuming you're in Georgia. I bought almost 6# of Georgia - orchid - 2:58am on 08/05/10

Yes, I'm down here in South Georgia. We grow more peanuts and peas than peaches around here though. [NT] - GeorgiaRose - 2:26pm on 08/05/10

The bells we get here are HUGE so I couldn't picture this... found a picture online >> [LINK] - cheezz - 10:22pm on 08/04/10

sounds like they cut them up and par-cook them. thanks for the link. [NT] - AngAk - 11:24pm on 08/04/10
Have you seen the baby bell peppers in all colors? Sam's/Costco carries them. Could be halved. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:09pm on 08/05/10

18730. very fine-----Corn on the Kabob. with street sauce. fun use of corn and zukes. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 7:25pm on 08/04/10 (5)

Looks Yummy! I would add a lil bit of bacon between the zuch. Love the rec, very clever! [NT] - barb_b - 7:47pm on 08/04/10

I'm making the sauce with cilantro instead. I still can't picture eating this as street food. seems - AngAk - 11:44pm on 08/04/10

Ang, here in front of almost every latin grocery or convenience store - Melissa Dallas - 2:22am on 08/05/10

Ooh, I'll have one please.... [NT] - orchid - 2:46am on 08/05/10
I saw this made on FoodTV. it looked decadent. hasn't reached us up here. [NT] - AngAk - 3:47am on 08/05/10

18731. I have lots of corn - want to boil it in 2 batches - Can I reuse the water or will - Meryl - 12:16am on 08/05/10 (2)

On the cob? Re-use the water, no problem . . . - mistral - 12:18am on 08/05/10

Thanks! [NT] - Meryl - 12:38am on 08/05/10

18732. How lazy are people getting? Today in the grocery store, I saw a package of TOAST for sale. Looked - DawnNYS - 2:52am on 08/05/10 (15)

How lazy? Really lazy? Look at this one..... [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 2:40pm on 08/05/10

that's not lazy, it is a misalignment of the brain...ugh [NT] - donatelife - 4:30pm on 08/05/10

don't you still have to warm it up, like in the toaster?!! [NT] - michelle - 2:49pm on 08/05/10

You open your car hood, strap it to your engine, and it's warm when you get to work :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:47pm on 08/05/10

what a waste of aluminum! So sad... [NT] - cheezz - 10:47pm on 08/05/10

It was wrapped up in a plastic bread bag. I should go take a picture of it. And then buy it for - DawnNYS - 11:30pm on 08/05/10

sorry.... meant to post this under Karen's post about the sandwich in a can! [NT] - cheezz - 2:51am on 08/06/10

I thought it was bad enough when I saw you could buy hardboiled eggs in the deli section [NT] - cheezz - 10:48pm on 08/05/10
I am totally in awe that here in No. CA, the land of plenty and all things growing in season - KarenNoCA - 11:56pm on 08/05/10
I always thought the frozen pb&j's were really stupid. If your kid is five he can make one himself. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:50am on 08/06/10

remember when schools had home ec - taught to cook and bake... now all they can do is the microwave! [NT] - cheezz - 2:52am on 08/06/10

Some of my really smart students - Lana in FL - 2:11pm on 08/06/10

unfortunately, that is the norm, not the exception :( [NT] - cheezz - 6:55pm on 08/06/10
My sister teaches alternative high school and starts baking cookies & freezing - Melissa Dallas - 10:41pm on 08/06/10

we had lots of homemade cooking/baking, but I never had much time in the kitchen---it was "Mom's" - AngAk - 12:14am on 08/07/10

18733. REC: Sweet Corn Grilled Two Ways - Thanks Cheezz [NT] [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 11:32am on 08/05/10 (1)

isn't this just TDF?! It says to use Pecorino Romano, but also try queso quesadillo or asadero [NT] - cheezz - 10:51pm on 08/05/10

18734. Peach Crostata advice needed - Tess - 5:47pm on 08/05/10 (12)

I like the idea of letting them steep first and reducing the juices. I think it be more reliable - Joe - 10:19pm on 08/05/10

Joe, I've become a huge fan of reducing juices. A month ago, I couldn't find good tomatoes - Traca - 2:07am on 08/06/10

If you use the Trader Joe's morello cherries, cook down the juice for a really flavorful addition [NT] - cheezz - 2:53am on 08/06/10

Where are these cherries at TJs? Are they frozen? [NT] - Traca - 8:52pm on 08/06/10

Nope - they are in a glass jar with the other canned fruit. [NT] - cheezz - 1:00am on 08/07/10

You're so right, Jane- they're delicious! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:41pm on 08/07/10

and all these years we'd been throwing the watery juice down the drain not realizing - cheezz - 7:52pm on 08/07/10

I saw them this weekend near the ice cream. I looked for a cherry pie recipe on the jar... - Joe - 1:30am on 08/09/10

Reduction is the key to so many things! Concentrating flavor.... - Joe - 1:28am on 08/09/10

I oven roast bananas for banana bread then reduce the liquid for a concentrated "banana-y" flavor. - Steve2 in LA - 4:18am on 08/09/10

The juice reduction is how CI does their banana bread, too - best I've ever tasted! - cheezz - 5:07am on 08/09/10
Brilliant! [NT] - Traca - 7:05pm on 08/11/10

18735. Going to Portland, OR the end of Sept. Any "must see, do, eat" ideas? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:18pm on 08/05/10 (11)

Michael - my husband has a temp position out there - Music City Missy - 2:38am on 08/06/10
For must see - Music City Missy - 2:48am on 08/06/10

Great information! Thanks, Missy. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 2:31pm on 08/06/10

how about a cooking class with Caprile and John Pence? funfunfun [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 5:03pm on 08/06/10
Here are a few tips from my friend that goes several times a month [LINK] - Traca - 6:46pm on 08/06/10

Traca hit some of the other great places - Music City Missy - 7:34pm on 08/06/10

Missy...agreed. Pass on Voodoo Doughnuts & Burgerville. You MUST go to Powells Books - Traca - 8:51pm on 08/06/10

Go to At The Meadow for a mind-boggling array of salts [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 8:54pm on 08/06/10

OMG! Seven days are not going to be enough! Thanks! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:27pm on 08/06/10
Just got back from my HS. reunion in Portland and I highly - lorijean - 2:20pm on 08/07/10

Michael, this St. Honore bakery is wonderful--two locations. AS for sights, don't miss the Japanese [LINK] - Joe - 4:37pm on 08/07/10

18736. ISO Good hometown-type places to eat in Nashville. MCM? :o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:31pm on 08/05/10 (11)

OMG - SO many - Music City Missy - 2:31am on 08/06/10

O.K. Missy, I've just got to know about Killer Crack Grits. - Melissa Dallas - 4:18pm on 08/06/10

Yeh, me too. [NT] - Sarah in Charleston - 4:36pm on 08/06/10
I don't know what they do - they are just great even if you don't particularly like grits - Music City Missy - 7:29pm on 08/06/10
We had a dish called Killer Grits in North carolina. - CynUpstateNY - 12:34am on 08/07/10

I think MCM needs some company---Road Trip?? [NT] - AngAk - 5:15pm on 08/06/10

The old Jeep has another trip in her? Boy, would that be fun!! [NT] - Nan - 1:51pm on 08/07/10

Here's something from the newspaper today on non-touristy places to take people [LINK] - Music City Missy - 7:26pm on 08/06/10

Thanks Melissa - good timing... but I'm not coming, it's my sister. She's the - DawnNYS - 8:57pm on 08/07/10

Where were they wanting to go? - Music City Missy - 2:44am on 08/08/10

Thanks for the tips! I know they mentioned the Chihuly exhibit. I think it - DawnNYS - 11:25pm on 08/11/10

18737. Has anyone made this recipe? REC: Moroccan Braised Beef. - Dawn_MO - 12:34am on 08/06/10 (8)

I've made something similar. Stirred in peas for color. Carrots sound good too. [NT] - Traca - 2:03am on 08/06/10

I love peas. I do this all the time too. It's my no-fail perk up a bland dish trick. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 6:34pm on 08/06/10

Sounds really good. Let us know how it came out. Something I would make for Fri. nite dinners. [NT] - elaine - 3:57am on 08/06/10

It turned out really good. Everyone in my family liked it a lot, which - Dawn_MO - 7:17pm on 08/06/10

Here's another one to check out: Mongolian Triple [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:30am on 08/06/10

I would like a plate of that right now. Thanks Meryl. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:40pm on 08/06/10

You're welcome! [NT] - Meryl - 8:12pm on 08/06/10

This was really good. I kept the veggies in the orzo pilaf that I served with it. - Dawn_MO - 1:05am on 08/12/10

18738. NFRC - Intercontinental flight? I can totally relate to this. ( I laughed my head off!) [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 2:08am on 08/06/10 (16)

Good one - anyone know what that little hole in the airplane windows is about? [NT] - Music City Missy - 2:17am on 08/06/10

Wiki answers says: - cheezz - 3:08am on 08/06/10

I suspected it was something like that. Thanks for clearing up the mystery Cheezz. [NT] - Traca - 8:47pm on 08/06/10

he's got a lot of good blogs on the 'news' page >> and yeah, what's up with that little window hole? [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:04am on 08/06/10
Wonderful. [NT] - elaine - 3:55am on 08/06/10
Love it! [NT] - rhoward2va - 2:21pm on 08/06/10
passed this one on----too true. [NT] - AngAk - 5:27pm on 08/06/10

Sea/Anc---people think that's Intercontinental too!! - AngAk - 5:30pm on 08/06/10

I talked to someone who didn't even realize Alaska was 'attached' - thought it was an island [NT] - cheezz - 6:57pm on 08/06/10

yeah, losts of mail order folk have us "non-continental" as well. last I looked, we were still - AngAk - 9:26pm on 08/06/10

next big earthquake, we'll be neighbors :) [NT] - cheezz - 1:02am on 08/07/10

yep, and we'll join CathyZ and Sandi too. [NT] - AngAk - 5:58pm on 08/09/10

Also see David Sedaris's "Personal History" article in this weeks...... - Janet in NC - 5:41pm on 08/06/10
Perfect summation. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 6:33pm on 08/06/10
This is exactly the reason why DH and I decided that we have had enough of travelling to Europe. [NT] - Marianne - 12:52am on 08/09/10

I don't know... think of how fun it'll be now with the full body scanners! heehee [NT] - cheezz - 5:16am on 08/09/10

18739. Cornmeal Cookies(Zaletti) on David Lebovitz blog. not too sweet and slice and bake. sounds good! [LINK] - AngAk - 9:37pm on 08/06/10 (9)

At this website she mentions her favorite cookie is Brutti Ma Buoni - anyone ever made it? - cheezz - 1:23am on 08/07/10

Ang - I've never used polenta -- is it liquidy, solid, dry? And where is it sold in the store? [NT] - cheezz - 1:24am on 08/07/10

Not Ang but...polenta is another name for cornmeal. Sold in bulk bins or packaged where the flour is [NT] - Janet in NC - 11:46am on 08/07/10

So I can just use my box of cornmeal? [NT] - cheezz - 7:53pm on 08/07/10

depends on how finely it is ground. The recipe says regular or coarse polenta. That will give it the - Janet in NC - 8:46pm on 08/07/10

Thanks Janet - I'll look for it... plenty of grocers around here that should have it. [NT] - cheezz - 2:07am on 08/08/10

It's a coarser ground corn meal, sometimes found with baking items, sometimes in the Italian foods - AngAk - 6:01pm on 08/09/10

I've never had it... have only seen 'polenta' as a solid roll in the deli area [NT] - cheezz - 3:06am on 08/10/10

Brutti Ma Buoni translates to Ugly But Good. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 10:35pm on 08/13/10

18740. Point Reyes Blue Cheese - just tried this for the first time - it's fantastic! [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 11:00pm on 08/06/10 (11)

I just tried a new one myself called Moody Blue - it's a smoked blue cheese [LINK] - lorijean - 2:30pm on 08/07/10

I've heard about this one - wish I could find it! I like RothKase's Buttermilk Blue a lot. [NT] - Meryl - 8:27pm on 08/07/10

I've a big chunk of that. Think we'll have blue cheese stuffed potatoes with steaks tonite. [NT] - Curious1 - 8:32pm on 08/07/10

Am I invited?! [NT] - Meryl - 8:33pm on 08/07/10

Didn't you receive your invite? I do like that blue cheese, buy it at BJ's. Do you have - Curious1 - 2:36pm on 08/08/10

Unfortunately, we don't have a BJ's here. [NT] - Meryl - 7:58pm on 08/08/10

Costco [LINK] [IMAGE] - whinecountry - 5:41pm on 08/09/10

Wow - pickles??! I don't think they sell them nationally - too bad. I haven't had a good pickle - Meryl - 7:34pm on 08/09/10

do you shop at costco? they have some really nice cold deli pickles by the packaged lunchmeats. - AngAk - 5:15pm on 08/10/10

NY Pickles! [LINK] - whinecountry - 2:14am on 08/11/10

Ben's of Bayside [LINK] - whinecountry - 2:35am on 08/11/10

18741. So the "All Things Tomato" Bake Sale for charity is next weekend - ideas anyone??? - Music City Missy - 11:02pm on 08/06/10 (21)

I like your muffine idea. maybe corn muffins with bacon and tomato. or those crustless egg quiche - AngAk - 12:11am on 08/07/10
I have been making these. They have been very popular and easy to make. - Dawn_MO - 12:25am on 08/07/10
How about putting the tomatoes in these Bacon-Cheddar-Chive Scones posted by Dawn? [LINK] - cheezz - 1:13am on 08/07/10
I really like the individual size focaccias that Whole Foods puts out by the salad - Melissa Dallas - 2:18am on 08/07/10
this blog post about a Tomato Tarte Tatin (sweet!) sounded intriguing! [NT] [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 8:09am on 08/07/10
Here's an idea which may interest you.....go to the link. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 10:03am on 08/07/10
John Barricelli (SoNoBaking Company) Recipe "Tomato Cobbler" [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:10am on 08/07/10

Updated Tomato Aspic [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:41am on 08/07/10

Terrine of Tomatoes with Tarragon - Top Tomato Recipe 2009 Washington Post [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:10pm on 08/07/10

One of the Top Recipes of 2009 [NT] - GayR - 2:59pm on 08/07/10

oooh - I like this idea [NT] - Music City Missy - 4:56pm on 08/08/10

How about this Heirloom Tomato Tart... [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:40pm on 08/07/10

Or this Tomato and Onion Tart....lots of 4 fork reviews! [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:42pm on 08/07/10
Tomato and Tapenade Tartlets (Dorie Greenspan's) [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:48pm on 08/07/10
Tomato and zucchini quiche [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:54pm on 08/07/10
Julia's Provencal Tomato Quiche [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:55pm on 08/07/10
Mini Caramelized Onion and Tomato Quiche [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:10pm on 08/07/10
Heirloom Tomato Festival [LINK] [IMAGE] - whinecountry - 5:33pm on 08/09/10

I'd love to go to this, and would if I weren't working that day. It would - Pat-NoCal - 2:46pm on 08/11/10
oh, this sounds like fun! [NT] - AngAk - 6:47pm on 08/11/10

how about tomato jam... would that qualify? [NT] - cheezz - 7:54pm on 08/07/10

18742. Just had my first burratta..... YU-UM! Drizzled with balsalmic and crusty bread... - cheezz - 12:59am on 08/07/10 (5)

Isn't it decadent? I just love it on good toasted rustic bread with marinated tomato salad. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:00am on 08/07/10
I tried it last year and love it too. I found this recipe using it but [LINK] - lorijean - 2:42pm on 08/07/10

Here's another one to check out - Had all 5 star ratings, except for one idiot, because [LINK] - Meryl - 8:31pm on 08/07/10

HA! There's always ONE, isn't there [NT] - cheezz - 2:09am on 08/08/10
Yeah, so annoying! [NT] - Meryl - 2:44am on 08/08/10

18743. Sometimes you get surprised when you're willing to try things - Melissa Dallas - 2:24am on 08/07/10 (2)

Here we eat watermelon with Bulgarian cheese. That's the way it is served in cafes, homes, etc. [NT] - elaine - 3:00am on 08/07/10
Pinkberry is now serving watermelon frozen yogurt.... with real pulp...haven't tried it yet [NT] - cheezz - 4:56am on 08/07/10

18744. How to improve so-so wine, is Sangria the only option? - MariaDNoCA - 7:59am on 08/07/10 (3)

If the wine has already been made then Sangria is a good option. At those Brew-Your-Own places they - Sylvia - 9:54am on 08/07/10

She is in Canada...where it seems wine is $$$$... - MariaDNoCA - 4:04pm on 08/07/10

Maria, I, too, live in Canada and know that the liquor stores do carry low priced wines which are - Sylvia - 5:22pm on 08/07/10

18745. Four Cookbooks to trade - Check the Larder Barter: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:58am on 08/07/10 (0)

18746. These all look great: Make Your Own Ice Cream Treats [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 12:57am on 08/08/10 (0)

18747. Anyone have any recipes using parboiled rice? Think, Uncle Ben's. I have ... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:37am on 08/08/10 (44)

I was raised on it but I can't eat it now. Can you donate it to a hospice or homeless shelter? - Joe - 4:49am on 08/08/10

The bag is open. I never ate Uncle Ben's growing up, but how much better (and probably worse)... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:48pm on 08/08/10

Much worse, lol. To me, rice is so high in calories I don't want it if it isn't really tasty. - Joe - 3:53pm on 08/08/10

Check these out: [NT] - Meryl - 4:56am on 08/08/10

Arroz Verde (Mexican Green Rice) [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:56am on 08/08/10

Super Easy Paella [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:57am on 08/08/10

Jollof Rice (Nigerian) [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:57am on 08/08/10

Seafood and Saffron-Rice Casserole [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:59am on 08/08/10

Printed and ready to try. T&T? I love Paella, but it's a lot of work. Is this a good sub? TKS. [NT] - Marianne - 12:45am on 08/09/10

Marianne, I haven't tried this yet, but it sounds great. [NT] - Meryl - 2:19am on 08/09/10

Zucchine and Rice - elaine - 1:30pm on 08/08/10
Try cooking it with chicken broth and adding an envelope or two of Goya Sazon. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:04pm on 08/08/10
Santa Fe Chicken Casserole - Curious1 - 2:21pm on 08/08/10
Shrimp Jambalaya - Curious1 - 2:34pm on 08/08/10
I think you can use it to get rid of Fire Ants. They eat it and blow up. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:53pm on 08/08/10

No, wait...it's Instant Grits that gets rid of Fire Ants. I've no idea what Uncle Ben's gets rid of. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 7:11pm on 08/08/10

Oh Michael, if only it were so easy. Google "grits kill fire ants" and get the real story. [NT] - Marianne - 8:00pm on 08/08/10
Guests. [NT] - Cindy - 2:40am on 08/09/10

HA! Good one! [NT] - cheezz - 5:17am on 08/09/10

IMHO, Uncle Ben's (or converted) rice is the best choice for rice dishes that call for long grain - Marianne - 7:49pm on 08/08/10
IMHO, Uncle Ben's (or converted) rice is the best choice for rice dishes that call for long grain - Marianne - 7:49pm on 08/08/10
IMHO, Uncle Ben's (or converted) rice is the best choice for rice dishes that call for long grain - Marianne - 7:49pm on 08/08/10

We are having a terrible thunderstorm here right now, maybe this caused three postings? Sorry! [NT] - Marianne - 7:54pm on 08/08/10

Make it into a quiche "crust" - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:08pm on 08/08/10
Kristine's Wonderful Pilaf - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:11pm on 08/08/10

How could this NOT be wonderful, with a whole stick of butter! Woo hoo! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:48pm on 08/09/10

Yes, but looking at the ingredients, I bet it makes a lot more than 6 servings. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:00pm on 08/09/10

Nope. It is correct. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:13pm on 08/09/10
or enough to feed those hungry boys of his. [NT] - AngAk - 6:22pm on 08/09/10

HUZZAH!! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:09am on 08/10/10

It does look really good. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 8:33pm on 08/09/10
This is so good. I always do a double-take at the amount of black pepper, - Dawn_MO - 9:35pm on 08/09/10

It is why if something comes in "T&T" trust it to make it the first time - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:12am on 08/10/10

I don't agree - *Someone* has to be the first to try something, not necessarily the poster. Plus, - Meryl - 3:47am on 08/10/10

"If it looks good then odds are it is"? Okay-I'll respect what you think. But. - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:57am on 08/10/10

I've rarely had a recipe fail, because I trust my own judgment - whether it's my - Meryl - 8:58am on 08/10/10

Gosh Meryl, this is not some sort of argument. I'm just stating my opinion [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:58pm on 08/10/10

And I'm stating mine. Case closed. [NT] - Meryl - 8:38pm on 08/10/10

Creamy Southwestern Rice and Corn - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:12pm on 08/08/10
Stuffed Peppers Bruna - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:15pm on 08/08/10

I was thinking of good old comfort food stuffed peppers too! or cabbage rolls. [NT] - AngAk - 6:22pm on 08/09/10

I LOVE cabbage rolls, but I'm the only one here who does. Do they freeze well? After they're ... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:12am on 08/10/10

yes. I freeze them in single servings. works very well. cabbage softens even more. [NT] - AngAk - 5:17pm on 08/10/10

Thanks everyone! This'll keep me busy, and get the rice used up for certain. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:43am on 08/09/10

18748. REC: Blackberry, Yogurt and Honey Popsicles - YUM! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 12:16pm on 08/08/10 (5)

pretty color! but I wonder why they use 'honey' in the title when there's so little of it [NT] - cheezz - 3:21pm on 08/09/10

There is just a little, but I think it does alot for the pops flavoring. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:03pm on 08/09/10

I have been thinking that of buying molds to make popsicles the past couple of weeks.... - Barbara in VA - 11:41pm on 08/09/10

Remember the old Tupperware molds we used as kids...they always dripped and fell over in the freezer [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:11am on 08/10/10
Let me know what you think! - deb-in-MI - 11:18am on 08/10/10

18749. REC: Bleuberry Lemon Shortbread Tart by LickTheBowlGood Blogspot [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 12:40pm on 08/08/10 (2)

Okay Deb, copied and blueberries are on my farmers market list for Thursday! - Barbara in VA - 10:51am on 08/10/10

:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:16am on 08/10/10