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30670. Phase 1 completed [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 8:04pm on 12/19/18 (0)

18181. I have a large block of Velveeta-type cheese that I plan on using in a soup and for mac - DawnNYS - 2:32am on 05/05/10 (6)

I think it will survive a nuclear holocaust so definitely a deep freeze - Music City Missy - 2:42am on 05/05/10

Ditto. Freeze it. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:08am on 05/05/10
Heheh, thanks Melissa. Glad to hear you're high and dry now, too. [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:50pm on 05/05/10

I don't know how long you have had it but it lasts a LONG time in the - orchid - 2:56am on 05/05/10

It's sealed and I've had it less than a week, so I think I'll try the refr - more room there too! [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:50pm on 05/05/10

I freeze Parmasan cheese too, and it works just fine. [NT] - EvaN - 9:05am on 05/05/10

18182. GREAT article on vegetarian sushi - by The minimalist Mark Bittman in NYTimes [NT] [LINK] - EvaN - 8:55am on 05/05/10 (1)

I accidentally posted this post in 'Soups and Salads'. Can somebody delete it? [NT] - EvaN - 8:56am on 05/05/10

18183. I received a nice email from one of our members here, Therese, [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 11:55am on 05/05/10 (2)

It's a great blog - thank you so much for sharing!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:14pm on 05/05/10
Beautiful pictures!~ Congrats Therese! [NT] - barb_b - 5:07pm on 05/05/10

18184. Two tips I used to kick up the red sauce I made for pasta last night: - Michael in Phoenix - 7:21pm on 05/05/10 (8)

Hmmm.... maybe just giving it a "fresher" taste with ingredients not so cooked down? [NT] - cheezz - 1:38am on 05/06/10

That's the idea, according to ATC. They put plenty of garlic and basil in the sauce, then... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:44am on 05/06/10

I haven't done that myself, but it makes sense once someone tells you about it :) [NT] - cheezz - 2:53am on 05/07/10

I add a clove of garlic at the end when I make refried beans. - Dawn_MO - 11:40am on 05/06/10

You reminded me of a tip to make refried beans extra creamy... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:14pm on 05/06/10

Not to mention a nutritional boost up to a complete protein! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 3:55pm on 05/06/10
Aha! [NT] - AngAk - 6:01pm on 05/06/10
That is an interesting tip! Tx for posting! [NT] - barb_b - 6:25pm on 05/06/10

18185. Tobasco Chipotle pepper sauce - Has anyone tried it? [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 11:12pm on 05/05/10 (8)

Love it. Buy it for my son in NYC who also loves it! Good stuff. [NT] - PatBastrop - 11:23pm on 05/05/10

Thanks, Pat! I'm going to buy it the next time I go to my supermarket. [NT] - Meryl - 11:33pm on 05/05/10

Pat, I have a question - is it as vinegary as Tobasco's original hot sauce? That's the only thing I - Meryl - 11:52pm on 05/05/10

Meryl, you might try Cholula's Chipotle Sauce, as I have hear people say it is not as vinegary as - KarenNoCA - 11:58pm on 05/05/10

Thanks, Karen. I'll see if I can find it around here. Meanwhile, I'll check out the Tobasco one. [NT] - Meryl - 12:04am on 05/06/10

Pat and Karen, I just bought the Tobasco Chipotle sauce. Can't wait to try it. [NT] - Meryl - 10:21pm on 05/06/10

Put some in your beef stew next time.... yum! [NT] - cheezz - 2:54am on 05/07/10

and it's even better in this recipe: Steak Soup - cheezz - 2:56am on 05/07/10

18186. E-mail problems. I have over 3,000 e-mails saying - Elenor - 2:07am on 05/06/10 (12)

Do you by any chance have Outlook Express? This could be some sort of virus or malware. [NT] - Meryl - 2:17am on 05/06/10

No, Windows Mail. I have Webroot AntiVirus with Spy Sweeper. Shouldn't - Elenor - 2:36am on 05/06/10

Have you run those programs since this happened? [NT] - Meryl - 2:43am on 05/06/10

Is everything updated? [NT] - Meryl - 2:45am on 05/06/10
Yes to both. I tried calling Webroot but they are closed until 7 tomorrow. [NT] - Elenor - 2:50am on 05/06/10

I have a feeling I may have to change my e-mail address. I wonder if that will - Elenor - 2:54am on 05/06/10

I think you might. I just did some research, and this may be the answer: Check replies #2 and #3. [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 2:57am on 05/06/10

Interesting. I'm running vista (which I hate) and spysweeper. I Can`t picture them - Elenor - 3:16am on 05/06/10

You're welcome, Elenor. Good luck resolving this. Keep me posted. [NT] - Meryl - 4:09am on 05/06/10

We just had trouble at work with our AOL mail... their solution >> - cheezz - 2:59am on 05/07/10
Well I spent all day yesterday talking to or waiting to talk to technicians at Cogeco and Webroot - Elenor - 2:55pm on 05/07/10

That's great to hear! [NT] - Meryl - 7:50pm on 05/07/10

18187. feed your mind [LINK] - TheresaRutland - 3:12pm on 05/06/10 (1)

{{SPAM}} [NT] - Traca - 3:15pm on 05/06/10

18188. Finally saw "Julie & Julia". Enjoyed it immensely, but I thought Meryl Streep's portrayal of... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:20pm on 05/06/10 (11)

Stanley Tucci was marvelous. I actually cried at the end. silly me. [NT] - AngAk - 6:06pm on 05/06/10

I have to confide (on a public forum, no less) that my wife sees me in a new light now. - Michael in Phoenix - 6:53pm on 05/06/10

Awww, that's sweet! [NT] - Shaun in TO - 7:10pm on 05/06/10

I caught me off guard, Shaun. My wife is always very appreciative of my efforts... - Michael in Phoenix - 7:47pm on 05/07/10

That should read, "It caught me off guard...". [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:48pm on 05/07/10
aw, jeepers, that's so sweet. [NT] - AngAk - 9:12pm on 05/07/10

I wanted a whole movie of Julia and Paul. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:17pm on 05/07/10

She and whathisname got divorced. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:22pm on 05/07/10

Yep, after an open marriage arrangement that ended badly. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:32pm on 05/07/10

I've never seen the attaction to such an arrangement, but, to each, his own, I suppose. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:43pm on 05/07/10

Agree. It would seem somewhat...crowded. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:45pm on 05/25/10

18189. To check out: Jerk Chicken with Mojo & Grilled Bananas from Cuisine At Home [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:32pm on 05/06/10 (1)

Black Beans and Rice [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:33pm on 05/06/10

18190. Sounds good: Lemon Swirl Cream Cheese Pie [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 11:06pm on 05/06/10 (0)

18191. To check out: Grilled Tandoori Chicken [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 2:55am on 05/07/10 (2)

Meryl, you always post recipes that make me drool.... - SallyBR - 10:25pm on 05/08/10

Sally, glad I could help in the drool department! I love his blog, too. [NT] - Meryl - 11:18pm on 05/08/10

18192. Fun read: 10 secret menu items you can order at fast food restaurants. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:00am on 05/07/10 (0)

18193. Anything on the menu for Mother's Day? [NT] - barb_b - 12:12pm on 05/07/10 (11)

I am thinking of doing Mediterranean; also purchased some herbs and planters - barb_b - 12:14pm on 05/07/10
Weeeeell, hoping for a champagne brunch after a really...... - joanietoo - 2:40pm on 05/07/10

marvelous---except for the rain. Maybe the weatherman is wrong?? [NT] - AngAk - 5:43pm on 05/07/10
Wow! That sounds like fun!!~ I hope the weather cooperates! [NT] - barb_b - 10:04pm on 05/07/10

The beach.... - MariaDNoCA - 7:10am on 05/08/10

This sounds so precious...I am sure she will love the outing. Congrats on such an BIG birthday too. [NT] - joanietoo - 3:26pm on 05/08/10
What a great idea Maria! You are very blessed to be celebrating her 90th! I am sure she has - barb_b - 4:33pm on 05/08/10

Mom is 6 thousand miles away.... - SallyBR - 10:24pm on 05/08/10

Sally, being a step is just as hard as being a biological mom, if not harder! - Sandi in Hawaii - 2:03am on 05/09/10

So well said Sandi. Happy Mom's Day to all! [NT] - orchid - 3:18am on 05/09/10
Thank you! :-) [NT] - SallyBR - 5:08pm on 05/09/10

18194. A Naughty Way to Roast a Chicken (Looks intriguing) [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 1:13pm on 05/07/10 (14)

What a great idea. DH does beer can chicken on BBQ. I have an old very heavy bundt pan and am - Elenor - 2:21pm on 05/07/10
It seems like a good idea but it doesn't look like the bottom half got - orchid - 4:51pm on 05/07/10

I've t ried so many of those gadgets and it really is just that, a gadget [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 12:33am on 05/08/10

Oh my gosh. My son asks me what is for dinner at 4 and I always reply, I don't know. - Dawn_MO - 1:33am on 05/08/10

Dawn, I remember my Mom throwing bacon grease in the iron skillet - PatBastrop - 2:34am on 05/09/10

LOL.LOL.LOL. [NT] - AngAk - 5:54pm on 05/10/10

Lately I've been spatchcocking the chicken before roasting and have been pleased with the results. [NT] - Sylvia - 1:03pm on 05/08/10

All �phallacy� aside Sylvia... Lol, I just so happened to read my first free subscription tonight [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 4:49am on 05/08/10

ROFL! Sandy!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:31am on 05/09/10
Does the cylinder hold beer or cola or is it hollow? "NT" [NT] - Ann - 3:26am on 05/09/10

Very good question Ann and thanks for asking. Here's a better description after [LINK] - FloriSandy - 5:17am on 05/09/10

I use that "can" roaster as a vertical roaster. works well even without any beer/beverage. just - AngAk - 5:56pm on 05/10/10

Thanks for telling me Ang. I didn't even think of using it in an oven. I imagine - FloriSandy - 10:43pm on 05/10/10

I have a vertical chicken roaster. Mine works really great. - BobbiJoAZ - 4:01pm on 05/29/10

18195. Right-i-o...Thank you Michael and Meryl for the mexican inspired meal ..question on a 'not so nice.. - joanietoo - 2:33pm on 05/07/10 (19)

As an aside on the above, I generally use fresh beans that I soak in a couple changes of ..... - joanietoo - 2:37pm on 05/07/10

I'm not sure I understand the problem, but then again... - Michael in Phoenix - 6:20pm on 05/07/10

Beano! [NT] - AngAk - 9:11pm on 05/07/10
:) [NT] - joanietoo - 3:23pm on 05/08/10

I believe the ultimate solution is . . . eat more beans. Your system will acclimate. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 1:08am on 05/08/10

Yep! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:30am on 05/08/10
I can vouch for that Steve, after over thirty years of cooking for crews, - Nan - 2:45am on 05/09/10

beans and cabbage---on a boat---close quarters---you are very brave! [NT] - AngAk - 5:58pm on 05/10/10

Ditto Steve. I eat a lot of beans and I don't have a problem anymore :-) [NT] - EvaN - 9:43am on 05/09/10

Epazote is supposed to help. It's an herb often added to Mexican bean dishes. Fresh or dried. [NT] - Traca - 11:34pm on 05/08/10

I use epazote since it's available in the market here. I use it sparingly, as it... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:46pm on 05/09/10

Feijoada Blues - SallyBR - 5:08pm on 05/09/10

Ha, I've heard of using alka seltzer instead of baking powder in a pinch, this is a new use. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:35pm on 05/09/10

what about baking soda added to the beans? does this do anything? [NT] - AngAk - 6:00pm on 05/10/10

no... not in my experience... nor does long soaking, draining rinse water... etc. etc. [NT] - cheezz - 3:54pm on 05/12/10

According to Julia, one must soak beans in lots of water--10 cups per cup of dried beans, - Joe - 2:27am on 05/13/10

Have done all that, including the baking soda and nothing has worked. Prob'ly old beans - cheezz - 8:24pm on 05/13/10

But Whole Foods sells dried beans in bulk, and they're much fresher than the packages in the grocery - Joe - 4:36am on 05/17/10

Didn't know that! Thanks for the info... I'm shopping the bulk aisle next time *g* [NT] - cheezz - 2:24am on 05/18/10

18196. My Weekend Six: I survived making the trout! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:06am on 05/08/10 (27)

Congratulations, Amanda! [NT] - Meryl - 5:56am on 05/08/10

If you want something easy and delicious, using strawberries, here's one: Strawberry Cream Pie - Meryl - 5:57am on 05/08/10

My Weekend Six - EvaN - 6:53am on 05/08/10

Have a happy birthday Eva!!! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 4:45pm on 05/08/10
Happy Birthday! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:45pm on 05/08/10
Happy Birthday, sounds like a lovely day. [NT] - elaine - 4:56pm on 05/08/10
Eva, enjoy your special day. Happy Birthday! [NT] - Sylvia - 5:09pm on 05/08/10
Happy Birthday Eva, I enjoy your posts. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:00pm on 05/08/10
Happy Birthday, Eva! [NT] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 8:04pm on 05/08/10
HAPPY HAPPY BDAY! [NT] - SallyBR - 10:21pm on 05/08/10
Happy birthday Eva! I like "so I'm taking DH and the dogs for a walk in the woods" - lol. Hope it - DawnNYS - 1:07am on 05/09/10
Happy Birthday, (((Eva))) [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:22am on 05/09/10
what a lovely birthday Eva. [NT] - AngAk - 6:10pm on 05/10/10

My six - PatBastrop - 2:29am on 05/09/10

Would you share more about the frittata? Sounds wonderful! [NT] - orchid - 3:06am on 05/09/10

So easy -- I divided this recipe for frittata in two for the two of us: - PatBastrop - 8:42pm on 05/09/10

You had me at Gruyere! Reads wonderful. Thanks Pat [NT] - orchid - 10:49pm on 05/09/10

Wow, I love your day. and perfect ending with icecream and peaches. winning combination! [NT] - AngAk - 6:13pm on 05/10/10
Oh, why did you have to remind me about that ice cream? Love it. Lots of time - Melissa Dallas - 6:28pm on 05/10/10

MY weekend six - elaine - 4:20am on 05/09/10

Aw, what a thoughtful Grandma... they "took the cake" alright ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:23pm on 05/09/10
Happy Mother's Day ! You deserve it ! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:16pm on 05/09/10
So funny about the cakes! those books will be treasured. [NT] - AngAk - 6:16pm on 05/10/10

My snowy Sunday six - Happy Mother's Day all :o) - DawnNYS - 1:49pm on 05/09/10

OK, I'm chuckling just a bit at your snowflakes. my six - AngAk - 6:29pm on 05/10/10

AngAk, in my next life I want to be your neighbor so I can be in your book club! :-) - EvaN - 11:04pm on 05/15/10

we had a great night---thanks! [NT] - AngAk - 7:06am on 05/17/10

18197. FYI: KA Mixer on sale for $199 -> click on the link [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:06am on 05/08/10 (0)

18198. Delish! Mama Romano's Baked Lemon Chicken - Traca - 4:13am on 05/09/10 (11)

Covered or uncovered? - Pam - 3:19pm on 05/10/10

Typos corrected. Make that "Covered". Thanks Pam. [NT] - Traca - 5:37pm on 05/12/10

Does the 'sauce' thicken up as it bakes? Sounds like it would be lovely over fettuccini [NT] - cheezz - 3:46pm on 05/10/10

Yes, the sauce does thicken up as it cooks. [NT] - Traca - 5:36pm on 05/12/10

Made this last night and we enjoyed it. Modified the oven time after viewing the recipe - Pat-NoCal - 9:35pm on 05/10/10

p.s. Good sides were Braised Fingerling Coins (see link) and [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 9:38pm on 05/10/10

Yum, they look good Pat, thanks. I've saut�ed fingerling coins - FloriSandy - 10:56pm on 05/10/10

I agree, sauteed fingerling coins aren't too shabby either. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:59pm on 05/11/10

Yum! I like your adaptations, Pat. And fingerlings are my fave. Will give this a try. [NT] - Traca - 5:38pm on 05/12/10

Thanks for the notes Pat! I basted it maybe once during cooking time. [NT] - Traca - 5:35pm on 05/12/10

Ditto, just once, and that was fine. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:21pm on 05/12/10

18199. It doesn't have to be Cinco de Mayo to try:Steak TAcos with Guacomole - elaine - 6:16am on 05/09/10 (0)

18200. Gluten free: T & T Chocolate muffins [LINK] - EvaN - 9:35am on 05/09/10 (3)

Eva, if you didn't see the one I posted in the T&T 'Special Diet' section, here it is >> [LINK] - cheezz - 9:34pm on 05/09/10

whoops! Ignore that - it's vegan, not gluten-free (I do both, so get confused *g*) [NT] - cheezz - 9:35pm on 05/09/10

cheezz, I do have a vegan friend so your suggestion was really helpful. Thanks a bunch! :-) [NT] - EvaN - 11:01pm on 05/15/10

18201. Cook Your Meat in a Beer Cooler: The World's Best (and Cheapest) Sous-Vide Hack [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 7:39pm on 05/09/10 (1)

It sounds like it would be very tender. Thanks for posting. [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:08pm on 05/15/10

18202. Happy Mother's Day.... - Michael in Phoenix - 8:41pm on 05/09/10 (2)

Aw, that's so nice Michael! Thanks. [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:03am on 05/10/10

My wife reminded me that mothers take many forms and not only as birth mothers. - Michael in Phoenix - 1:40pm on 05/10/10

18203. Heading to Chicago for a graduation -- need recs for favorite eateries please!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:02pm on 05/10/10 (6)

Frontera Grill for Mexican (Rick Bayless's restaurant). [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:18pm on 05/10/10

Also, Santorini's for Greek food (in Greektown) and Happy Chef for Chinese (in Chinatown). - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:37pm on 05/10/10

For quick food I'd want either Mr. Beef or Buona beef for an Italian Beef sandwich - Melissa Dallas - 5:26pm on 05/10/10

oh yes, the Italian beef sandwiches! and deep dish pizza. I like Geno's East. but many fine pizza - AngAk - 6:40pm on 05/10/10

I Loved Walkers. Not sure if it still around. Really fun place for pancakes.Amazing Apple pancakes [NT] - barb_b - 6:27pm on 05/11/10

It was when we were there last month. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:04pm on 05/11/10

18204. ISO: I bought fresh okra just because it looked so good. I want to use it in a jambalaya recipe - Curious1 - 9:18pm on 05/10/10 (4)

Unless it is old & tough (big pods) cut up fresh okra will cook in just a few minutes. - Melissa Dallas - 10:58pm on 05/10/10

Thanks Melissa, I may make a jar of pickles. I've found a recipe for a refrigerated version and - Curious1 - 11:58am on 05/11/10

Curious, how about smothered okra with tomatoes? - MarkinHouston - 11:05am on 05/12/10

This looks so good I hope I can find more fresh okra. Thanks Mark. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:35pm on 05/13/10

18205. NFRC: May I brag a little? I've been out of touch here because I've been swamped with this event. [LINK] - Joe - 12:53am on 05/11/10 (26)

(((Joe))) how uplifting! thanks for sharing. [NT] - AngAk - 1:26am on 05/11/10
Wow Joe, just WOW! I sooo wanted to pluck one of those artichokes - orchid - 1:47am on 05/11/10
Wonderful job. I love gardens and this one is a great creation. [NT] - elaine - 3:41am on 05/11/10
Fabulous, Joe. Congratulations. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:00am on 05/11/10
Bravo, Bravo. Way to go Joe! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:33am on 05/11/10
A group of cititzen gardeners plus a fearless volunteer leader equals urban renewal. Grand! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:23pm on 05/11/10
Just beautiful, Joe- what a terrific job! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:23pm on 05/11/10
Joe, this is really exciting! Congrats on a job well done! What an accomplishment! [NT] - barb_b - 6:26pm on 05/11/10
Bravo! What did you serve Joe? [NT] - Traca - 10:08pm on 05/11/10

Thank you all! Traca, I served a veggie platter with rouille, a hummus platter with pita and - Joe - 12:05am on 05/12/10

Great selection...no wonder there were no leftovers. I'm clueless. What is rouille? [NT] - Traca - 5:28pm on 05/12/10

It's the red garlic sauce you spoon over bouillabaisse. Literally, it means "rust." - Joe - 10:35pm on 05/12/10

Awesome thanks! [NT] - Traca - 9:04pm on 05/13/10

There are as many authentic recipes for it as there are for bouillabaisse, and all claim to be - Joe - 5:50am on 05/14/10

That video is just a joy! Thanks for your good work. It must be so satisfying to do this work. [NT] - Janet in NC - 1:52am on 05/12/10
Beautifu garden. So lush! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:33am on 05/12/10

"Beautiful"--fingers got ahead of me. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:33am on 05/12/10

{{{clap, clap, clap, clap}}} GREAT job!! [NT] - cheezz - 4:00pm on 05/12/10

Thank you cheeze, Janet and Amanda. It really is a gratifying job. [NT] - Joe - 10:39pm on 05/12/10

Joe, I am in awe. What a wonderful thing to do. I am a sap and I sit here - Barbara in VA - 1:27pm on 05/13/10

Thanks, (sniff) I'm a bigger sap than you, Barbara. - Joe - 5:45am on 05/14/10

goats? I didn't see any goats. [NT] - AngAk - 5:29pm on 05/14/10

AAAAHHHHH!!!! Just when I get my medications adjusted again you have to mention GOATS!!!! - Joe - 2:51am on 05/16/10

Great job and well done, Joe! [NT] - EvaN - 10:53pm on 05/15/10

;-) [NT] - Joe - 2:54am on 05/16/10

Oh how fab -- I was just in LB near there...would've loved to see it - MariaDNoCA - 6:34pm on 05/29/10

18206. Just realized I have lost a whole file!!! need recipe for - Nan - 1:07am on 05/11/10 (2)

Is this the one you're looking for? [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:14am on 05/11/10

Yes, without the nibs! Thanks so much! [NT] - Nan - 10:55am on 05/11/10

18207. I made a BOATLOAD of wild rice. Anything I can do with it besides just eat it as rice? [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:44pm on 05/11/10 (11)

I enjoy it in soup, a chicken or ??? casserole? There is a bread recipe - Nan - 4:24pm on 05/11/10

Use it in muffins as and add-in, in pancakes, as a morning cereal. . . - mistral - 5:37pm on 05/11/10

Ooo! DH loves stuffed peppers. Anyone have a recipe? [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:16pm on 05/11/10

So this is weird. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:31pm on 05/11/10

stuff some zucchini with it, like the stuffed pepper filling [NT] - AngAk - 1:15am on 05/12/10

Use some in this wonderful T&T wild rice salad - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:52pm on 05/11/10

I have made something similar adding mandarin oranges and substituting OJ for the lemon juice - barb_b - 6:23pm on 05/11/10

I've made these Wild Rice Meatloaves... [LINK] - judy-mass - 1:53am on 05/12/10
Here's a salad for you, Amanda.... - MarkinHouston - 10:46am on 05/12/10
Wild Rice Baron.... - cheri - 2:33am on 05/13/10

yum, this sounds good! [NT] - AngAk - 5:48pm on 05/13/10

18208. Melissa Dallas, yr Orange Blossom Pecan Bar REC has 3 thumbs-up reviews now as I [LINK] - wigs - 8:12pm on 05/11/10 (1)

Glad you like them. Posted in tried & true. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:19am on 05/12/10

18209. I've never cooked an artichoke in my life, I don't think... can I steam them, or what's the best - DawnNYS - 9:16pm on 05/11/10 (22)

I think they're delicious braised alla Romana. If you have Marcella's Classic Italian or Essentials, [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 11:09pm on 05/11/10

Here's what to do... - Janet in NC - 11:48pm on 05/11/10

Janet , I love your suggestion of mayo mixed with a little curry, must be very tasty! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:09am on 05/12/10

I add a little lemon juice to it . [NT] - Janet in NC - 1:32am on 05/12/10

I've done it Janet's way and I've also steamed them--prepare like Janet says and place in a steam - Joe - 12:10am on 05/12/10
Speaking of artichokes, here's a recipe I posted at the old Gails that's delicious...... - Janet in NC - 1:32am on 05/12/10
Thank you for this explanation. I've never had luck with artichokes before [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:06am on 05/12/10

Thanks for the recipe, Shaun, and the techniques, everyone. So basically, these - DawnNYS - 2:00am on 05/13/10

There are other ways of doing them. Cut into wedges, then battered and fried. Or added raw to - Shaun in TO - 3:19pm on 05/13/10

They can also be microwaved. - Pam - 12:50pm on 05/12/10

this works perfectly. I love them with mayo mixed with a bit of tuscan italian dressing. [NT] - AngAk - 5:25pm on 05/12/10

Unfortunately, I let my sis borrow my cookbook, but the recipe I use is stuffed with Sausage and - barb_b - 4:24pm on 05/12/10

It was probably "The Frog Commissary". [NT] - rosie - 11:55pm on 05/12/10

That's it!! Thanks Rosie [NT] - barb_b - 11:06am on 05/13/10

Is this the recipe? [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 12:33pm on 05/13/10

C1, that's is it! I usually only make 2 artichokes at a time. I also use any cheese, not always - barb_b - 5:35pm on 05/13/10

Stuffed Artichokes - rosie - 12:23am on 05/13/10

Yours and Janet [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:06am on 05/13/10
Try that again - yours and Janet's say to remove the choke before cooking? Isn't - DawnNYS - 2:09am on 05/13/10

Yes, you usually remove it beforehand. It's not hard -- once you cut off the top third or so, you - Shaun in TO - 3:14pm on 05/13/10

Dawn, I don't remove the choke before cooking if they are to be eaten whole. The recipe I posted - Janet in NC - 12:24am on 05/14/10

Now see, I had to pry the leaves apart to get the choke out of the large one. It came out easily tho - DawnNYS - 12:34am on 05/15/10

18210. Lamb London Broil? - Pam - 12:45pm on 05/12/10 (6)

what cut is it?? [NT] - Nan - 2:44pm on 05/12/10

Beats me! - Pam - 3:01pm on 05/12/10
Checked it out last night.. Top Round [NT] - Pam - 12:39pm on 05/13/10

Is it maybe just a thick shoulder chop? - Melissa Dallas - 3:45pm on 05/12/10

Was thinking shoulder would be my choice, great flavor! Sounds good Melissa! [NT] - Nan - 4:36am on 05/13/10

I've noticed some interesting cuts as well...Lamb skirt steak... - Glennis_NoCA - 5:42pm on 05/13/10

18211. Copper River Salmon season opening TODAY! [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 5:39pm on 05/12/10 (3)

oops, that would be TOMORROW, Thurs. [NT] - AngAk - 5:56pm on 05/12/10
Great link!! Traca, check it out, fish and pork!! We should get some down here by the weekend. We - Nan - 3:05pm on 05/14/10

Sounds like a great treat, Nan. You totally deserve it! xoxo [NT] - Traca - 9:38pm on 05/14/10

18212. I just had the first-of-the-season NC fresh corn - Delicious!!!! [NT] - Meryl - 4:24am on 05/13/10 (8)

So jealous! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:34am on 05/13/10

Ya know, now I'm thinking maybe it was from FL - According to the Internet, NC corn doesn't start - Meryl - 11:52am on 05/13/10

Meryl, the Florida corn is abundant right now and really good. I'm having some tonight. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:12pm on 05/13/10

save some to send up our way. speaking of Fl, where oh where is Marilyn? [NT] - AngAk - 5:51pm on 05/13/10

She wrote a while ago she's working 10 hour days. That would add a lot of stresses. I miss her! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 6:30pm on 05/13/10

I'm pretty sure it was FL corn - Loved it! I'm going to buy more today. [NT] - Meryl - 8:06pm on 05/13/10

Probably FL. New varieties ship well and stay sweet. Butter and sugar variety is good! [NT] - Janet in NC - 12:27am on 05/14/10

Brr. - Pam - 2:34pm on 05/13/10

18213. Heart of Palm Salad with Sherbert Dressing - Marsha tbay - 6:28pm on 05/13/10 (1)

Wow! Does this ever sound good!!! I've never seen a dressing made with sherbert, and PB no less! [NT] - cheezz - 8:28pm on 05/13/10

18214. Tilapia with Black Bean Sauce - Delicious! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 7:36pm on 05/13/10 (3)

This does look good. I love 'black bean anything', so I'll be trying this soon. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 8:59pm on 05/13/10
Just saw this recipe today on my subscription.... gotta try it soon! [NT] - SallyBR - 2:58pm on 05/14/10
Thanks Deb, this looks delicious and is on my menu for Sunday evening! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 4:16pm on 05/14/10

18215. Fair entries... - daricem - 9:00pm on 05/13/10 (8)

good luck! [NT] - AngAk - 11:08pm on 05/13/10
I'm enchanted! How do you know when to have things ready? - Glennis_NoCA - 11:40pm on 05/13/10

the local Fair office should be listed in (more) - daricem - 8:47pm on 05/14/10

Thanks! That means...check for the August fair...about...now! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 1:52am on 05/15/10

Daricem would you share your lemon basil jelly recipe? I just bought a lemon - Barbara in VA - 4:19pm on 05/14/10

I'll post later; I use a basic recipe for any herbal jellies...(NT) [NT] - daricem - 8:48pm on 05/14/10

WOW! Best of luck, Daricem! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:54am on 05/15/10
Very exciting! I just started jam'in last year, and really loved it! Family / neighbors are - barb_b - 4:44pm on 05/15/10

18216. Need a side to go with pulled pork sandwiches - Kathleen - 12:12am on 05/14/10 (24)

For an extra side dish, I'm thinking potatoes, as in potato salad. Maybe another type of dip for a - Meryl - 12:43am on 05/14/10
Rec: Charred Corn Salsa. A corn salad that I loved using frozen corn. [LINK] - FloriSandy - 12:55am on 05/14/10
For an appy, deviled eggs with a few lightly garnished with chives, bacon crumbs, or red onion [NT] - FloriSandy - 1:52am on 05/14/10

deviled eggs? from you? isn't that a little creepy and cannibal-ish?? - AngAk - 5:35pm on 05/14/10

Why I certainly don't make deviled duck eggs!! Yum, I like your idea of using dill [NT] - FloriSandy - 10:29pm on 05/14/10

This is a great dessert - ultra easy and refreshing: Lemon Ice Cream Surprise [LINK] - Meryl - 2:14am on 05/14/10

Yo Meryl! This is beginning to look like a dinner party you and I should crash. See ya there! [NT] - FloriSandy - 2:35am on 05/14/10

Right on. Except I have one minor question: Where?! [NT] - Meryl - 2:51am on 05/14/10

Meryl, I hate to bring this to your attention, but.... - FloriSandy - 3:14am on 05/14/10

Psssst - Meryl. If she tells us the state she lives in, we'll find her! [NT] - FloriSandy - 3:19am on 05/14/10

Eggxactly! Let's see if we can eggxtract the info from her. [NT] - Meryl - 3:26am on 05/14/10

Eggxtract! I love it!! - a totally original egg word that's never been used here before!! (I think) [LINK] - FloriSandy - 3:45am on 05/14/10

Uh oh - I slipped up. I guess you'll have to eggxpel me from the egghead crowd. [NT] - Meryl - 3:29am on 05/14/10

Never! ! You'll ALWAYS be an egghead! (think coneheads from SNL - same thing!) [NT] - FloriSandy - 3:38am on 05/14/10

How about this instead of coleslaw... REC: Broccoli Slaw (my favorite!) [LINK] - cheezz - 5:52am on 05/14/10
It's probably not a popular answer, but I think you have enough already. You've got your pork and - Shaun in TO - 12:13pm on 05/14/10
Here's a corn salad using frozen corn that I've made many times. - KC_ - 12:19pm on 05/14/10

oh this sounds good! charring the corn would be nice too. printed. [NT] - AngAk - 5:37pm on 05/14/10

And another good corn salad, this time using canned corn. - KC_ - 12:25pm on 05/14/10
Thanks for all the advice - Kathleen - 1:10pm on 05/14/10

Lol, Meryl and Sandy...you'd better start reading. [NT] - Curious1 - 1:33pm on 05/14/10

I'm channeling Evelyn Wood for free lessons in speed reading! [NT] - FloriSandy - 10:40pm on 05/14/10

Ha! [NT] - Meryl - 10:40pm on 05/14/10

Quinoa Black Bean Salad - Sylvia - 10:06am on 05/15/10

18217. La Vielle Maison Onion Soup via Ruth Reichl - Traca - 12:27am on 05/14/10 (6)

Thanks, Traca. What an interesting variation. - KC_ - 12:33pm on 05/14/10

I can't vouch for my typing...or my spelling. :) [NT] - Traca - 9:39pm on 05/14/10
You beat me to it.... - SallyBR - 2:25am on 05/17/10

guess what, Sara Moulton is in Anchorage for a book signing and cooking class Sat. - AngAk - 5:40pm on 05/14/10

Whoo hoo! Can't wait to hear about it. [NT] - Traca - 9:36pm on 05/14/10

OMG--this sounds fabulous. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:01pm on 05/15/10

18218. Winter Greens Gratin - Traca - 1:10am on 05/14/10 (13)

Sounds Amazing!!!!!!! [NT] - Nan - 3:12pm on 05/14/10
This sounds really good. Is there anything vegetarian that I can use - Lana in FL - 7:24pm on 05/15/10

There are some excellent vegetarian sausages on the market, in our - Nan - 9:50pm on 05/15/10

Thank you - I had no idea that there were more options than hot dogs! [NT] - Lana in FL - 2:30am on 05/17/10

It is called Lacinato kale in my neck of the woods, and is available in the organic section - KarenNoCA - 11:53pm on 05/15/10

Also called Tuscan kale, black kale, cavolo nero, black cabbage, Tuscan cabbage. Look for - Shaun in TO - 1:11pm on 05/16/10
Thanks, Karen and Shaun. I'll go on looking. [NT] - Lana in FL - 2:32am on 05/17/10

You could even leave it out...maybe add some crushed red pepper for - Traca - 11:10pm on 05/16/10

Trader Joe's. Sigh. They told me they were opening in Florida. Maybe. [NT] - Lana in FL - 2:32am on 05/17/10

Wow. I can eat sausage, cream and cheese and still feel virtuous about the greens! [NT] - Joe - 11:53pm on 05/15/10
A keeper! Made this last night to go with a pork roast. Thought it would be great as - Shaun in TO - 5:21pm on 05/17/10

I made your Swiss chard gratin again last week and got more chard to make it this week. I love that [LINK] - Curious1 - 7:47pm on 05/17/10
I totally agree. Love this kind of dish with a poached egg on top. Glad you liked it. [NT] - Traca - 5:40am on 05/18/10

18219. Indian food for book club... - lizzy - 9:43pm on 05/14/10 (16)

Mango lassi is a delicious drink (basically mango and yogurt), and samosas are great appetizers. [NT] - Meryl - 9:59pm on 05/14/10

No T&T's, but here are a few recipes to check out with high ratings: [NT] - Meryl - 10:49pm on 05/14/10

Healthy Mango Lassi [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:49pm on 05/14/10

Mango Lassi [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:49pm on 05/14/10

Indian Samosa [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:49pm on 05/14/10

Samosas [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:50pm on 05/14/10

Note: Serve samosas with chutney and/or yogurt/cilantro dip. [NT] - Meryl - 11:10pm on 05/14/10

Thank you so much, Meryl!!! [NT] - lizzy - 12:09pm on 05/15/10

You're welcome! Let us know what you decide to make and how it turns out. [NT] - Meryl - 9:45pm on 05/15/10

I LOVE it - it's a summer staple. I use this recipe, which I think is the same as what Meryl posted: [LINK] - cheezz - 8:44pm on 05/15/10

Ginger Lime or Lemon Drink - this is from Vij's restaurant in Vancouver - I highly vouch for it :) - michelle - 11:45pm on 05/14/10

YUM! Do you think I could add a slosh of some kind of alcohol? [NT] - lizzy - 12:10pm on 05/15/10

Rec: Murgh Tikka (Indian yogurt-marinated chicken kebabs). These were delicious [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 1:21am on 05/15/10

Thank you, Sandy!!! [NT] - lizzy - 12:11pm on 05/15/10

Oh, I am so laughing about your DH! [NT] - AngAk - 10:34pm on 05/15/10
The White Tiger is one of my favorite books! :-). I second the idea about samosas. - EvaN - 11:07pm on 05/15/10

18220. Rec: Quick Vegetable and Cheese Chowder - Melissa Dallas - 1:54am on 05/15/10 (3)

Use the cheese whiz with jalapenos and you can elevate it's status to "mid-brow" :) [NT] - cheezz - 8:46pm on 05/15/10
I'd love to try this but I can't get cheeze whiz over here. What can I replace it with? [NT] - EvaN - 10:56pm on 05/15/10

Is Velveeta or or american cheese available? Any readily meltable cheese type - Melissa Dallas - 11:18pm on 05/15/10

18221. Marilyn, come back, we miss you!!! [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:06pm on 05/15/10 (3)

Ditto DawnNYS! [NT] - EvaN - 10:58pm on 05/15/10
Marilyn is fine, but working very hard right now. Computer was giving her fits as well. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:31pm on 05/17/10

Thanks for checking in on her, Michael. Please give her a big hug from me :-) [NT] - EvaN - 6:11pm on 05/19/10

18222. My first day off since the flood & I've done nothing - Music City Missy - 10:42pm on 05/15/10 (10)

Must be going around. I bought several Stouffer's things yesterday. - Melissa Dallas - 1:10am on 05/16/10

I had a small crash & burn last Sunday then depression set in Thursday - Music City Missy - 2:20am on 05/16/10

((((Missy))) So sorry you're going thru all of that! - Sandi in Hawaii - 2:50am on 05/16/10

I second that - your body is craving comfort calories - give in! Sorry to hear that your - DawnNYS - 2:46pm on 05/16/10

Missy....checked in today after weeks of absence (maybe months!)... - GayleMO - 12:41am on 05/17/10

I'm so sorry that things have been so hard. I can't imagine having to deal - Melissa Dallas - 8:20pm on 05/16/10

Missy, if ever there was a time for takeout! Don't underestimate the trauma you've been through [NT] - Joe - 2:57am on 05/16/10

Wise advice from Joe. Being on the go helps delay the grieving process - Traca - 10:54pm on 05/16/10

((Missy))... Thoughts are with you and your friends, family and community. [NT] - barb_b - 11:55am on 05/16/10

(((Missy))) [NT] - AngAk - 8:07am on 05/17/10

18223. Kale Salad with Pine Nuts, Currants and Parmesan. I never grow kale [LINK] - Joe - 2:13am on 05/16/10 (6)

I was amazed at what your gardeners were growing! I have never seen an avocado plant, and what - barb_b - 12:01pm on 05/16/10

The really tall plant is a Swiss Chard that has bolted to seed. Useless at this point, but pretty. [NT] - Joe - 2:37pm on 05/16/10
Have been meaning to do this one, there are several variations down the thread-- [NT] [LINK] - Nan - 3:59pm on 05/17/10

I put Kale pieces in salads, on sandwiches and in smoothies. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 1:38pm on 05/16/10
I don't see any picture...what am I missing? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:14am on 05/17/10

Just an over-designed photo of julienned kale with two big sheets of Parmesan. In reality, - Joe - 2:32am on 05/17/10

18224. How long will sweet and sour mix last in the fridge?? - Kathleen - 12:52pm on 05/16/10 (2)

Should last months. In the summer I keep a small jar of simple syrup in the fridge for cocktails -- - Shaun in TO - 1:08pm on 05/16/10
I keep my simple citrus syrup in the freezer. Never completely freezes, defrosts in minutes. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:08am on 05/17/10

18225. NFR: Nonprofit org's could automatically lose their tax-exempt status if they miss Monday filing [LINK] - Marianne - 3:09pm on 05/16/10 (2)

Why don't they say these things on the news?! Thank you!! [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:09am on 05/17/10
Thanks Marianne. I called and checked just to make sure - Dawn_MO - 5:27pm on 05/17/10

18226. Weekend Six - DawnNYS - 3:10pm on 05/16/10 (19)

I'd love some recipe cards with good BBQ sauces, side dishes [NT] - lizzy - 3:20pm on 05/16/10
Water spray bottle? Fancy wood chips? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:24pm on 05/16/10

Water bottle? Bottle of bubbles? neon glow sticks? [NT] - barb_b - 1:06am on 05/17/10

Weekend Six - Heather_in_SF - 5:18pm on 05/16/10

Best of luck on the job search. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 5:58pm on 05/16/10
I'll keep my fingers crossed for you. I hope you'll find a job soon :-) [NT] - EvaN - 7:16pm on 05/16/10
Fantastic! New Ferry Building Tour Guide! From Jim, Marianne's DH - Marianne - 1:17am on 05/17/10

Oh my, isn't my DH, Jim, the sweetest hubby in the whole world.? How could a girl get any luckier? [NT] - Marianne - 1:43am on 05/17/10

Thanks everyone, for your well wishes. - Heather_in_SF - 1:41pm on 05/17/10

Good luck with the job search. Keep us posted. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:10am on 05/17/10

Weekend Several - Luisa_Calif - 5:42pm on 05/16/10

Proposed Book Club Menu (further suggestions/alternatives welcome) - Luisa_Calif - 5:54pm on 05/16/10

What a fantastic menu Luisa! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 10:38pm on 05/16/10

What about Pecan Sandies for the crust? - Dawn_MO - 10:37pm on 05/16/10

I'll have to try those another time as I just bought the animal crackers and the Nillas [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 10:44pm on 05/16/10

Weekend six - EvaN - 7:15pm on 05/16/10

Odd combination! Although, the Vietnamese groceries here often have small bakeries - Melissa Dallas - 8:47pm on 05/16/10

s'more ingredients. a broiling basket thingy where you can cook fish or shrimp or veggies - AngAk - 5:04am on 05/18/10

Great! Love these ideas. [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:15pm on 05/18/10

18227. How long can you safely keep leftover ham? Very cold refrigerator. [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:14pm on 05/16/10 (3)

I use this website a lot!! Think Steve2 posted it first here? [NT] [LINK] - Nan - 4:23pm on 05/16/10

3-4 days?! It's been 3 weeks... I froze half of the leftovers, I'd better throw the refr half out [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:54am on 05/17/10

Do I dare admit I've kept it twice as long as the site suggests? The use by date on the - Curious1 - 7:05pm on 05/16/10

18228. ISO Someone posted a cajan potato salad recipe - carol whidbey Is - 7:41pm on 05/16/10 (9)

Can't find Cajun, but here's a Creole one from Curious: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:13pm on 05/16/10
Not cajun, but Bacon & Chipotle one I posted recently is here [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 10:21pm on 05/16/10

Re: Not cajun, but Bacon & Chipotle one I posted recently is here - carol whidbey Is - 12:14pm on 05/17/10

I haven't tried it yet. I'll have to now that you say it is good. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:09pm on 05/17/10
Re: Not cajun, but Bacon & Chipotle one I posted recently is here - carol whidbey Is - 6:20pm on 05/17/10

P.s I used Chipotle in the can [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 6:22pm on 05/17/10
Usually the problem here is people ask why the heat is so wimpy and want more. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:53pm on 05/17/10
Carol, where on Whidbey are you? I was just there this weekend! Up again next month. [NT] - Traca - 5:37am on 05/18/10

Re: Carol, where on Whidbey are you? I was just there this weekend! Up again next month. - carol whidbey Is - 7:58pm on 05/18/10

18229. Food magazine recycle? - MariaDNoCA - 11:52pm on 05/16/10 (6)

Take them to your hair stylist's shop, manicure gal, what ever in that type of service - KarenNoCA - 12:05am on 05/17/10
Many parts ARE edible, think about it? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:09am on 05/17/10
Take 'em to Kaiser. I know from my own doctor visits that they'll take anything, Your donations - Joe - 2:28am on 05/17/10
Kidney dialysis rooms or hospital waiting rooms? As long as it's not the - DawnNYS - 2:52am on 05/17/10
Or a spot that provides home healthcare. They can bring mags to otherwise immobile patients. [NT] - Traca - 5:36am on 05/18/10
www.freecycle.org is another good resource. You'll need to - Pat-NoCal - 3:23pm on 05/20/10

18230. REC: Chocolate Malted Pudding [NT] [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 11:01am on 05/17/10 (0)

18231. ISO: Deb in MI. I tried the tilapia in black bean sauce you posted the other day. WOW! [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 12:43pm on 05/17/10 (2)

REC: Roasted Beet and Ornage Salad [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 12:47pm on 05/17/10
So glad you liked it, Barbara! - deb-in-MI - 2:58pm on 05/17/10

18232. Here�s one of two delicious recipes I made last night. Rec: Shrimp Cakes [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 2:19am on 05/18/10 (5)

Rec: Slaw Tartare [LINK] - FloriSandy - 2:28am on 05/18/10
Wow, these look great!!! Send some over! [NT] - Meryl - 2:32am on 05/18/10
both of these look wonderful! great pics too. [NT] - AngAk - 5:49am on 05/18/10
You're Welcome, looks delicious. I see you enjoyed some of our Florida corn. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:30pm on 05/18/10
Oh yum, I have been craving shrimp a lot lately, wonder what's in them that causes a craving?? these - Heather_in_SF - 3:11pm on 05/24/10

18233. Trader Joe's overbought hams for Mother's day. Selling them for $1/pound. - Traca - 5:43am on 05/18/10 (14)

Thanks! I'm going over to check it out tomorrow!! [NT] - cheezz - 6:17am on 05/18/10
Review: Trader Joes 9-sumthin'/pound hams for 99 cents a pound hams: - mistral - 5:09pm on 05/18/10

Mistral, so there's a bone in them? I picked up 4 for an event later this summer. - Traca - 5:52pm on 05/18/10

Traca, do you have success at freezing them? Mine always seem to get kinda mushy [NT] - cheezz - 8:41pm on 05/18/10

whoo hoo! I got the last small one and yes, it does have a bone - Yippee!! Pea Soup! [NT] - cheezz - 10:37pm on 05/18/10

Flavor is fabulous, btw - not as sticky-sweet as the "other" people. [NT] - cheezz - 4:27am on 05/20/10

I have frozen hams and never had the mushy factor. I may not be - Dawn_MO - 6:18am on 05/20/10

Good to know. Thanks Dawn. I've never experienced it either. [NT] - Traca - 4:29pm on 05/20/10

Thanks Cheezz. So in your opinion, no sauce is necessary? I'll be flying by the seat of my pants - Traca - 4:30pm on 05/20/10

It's like the ones you buy from the other guys... it's spiral-cut and you just cut near the bone - cheezz - 7:18pm on 05/20/10

Perfect. I'll stick with the hams as they are then. One less thing to do. :) [NT] - Traca - 3:31pm on 05/22/10
A horseradish sauce might be good. It is not sweet at all. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 6:23pm on 05/22/10

Uh, we'll find out! Haven't done a trial run. Mushy meat never occurred to me. [NT] - Traca - 3:31am on 05/20/10

Has anyone else tried the hams? What do you think? (nt) [NT] - mistral - 3:53pm on 05/19/10

18234. Check out this new e-magazine, great photos and recipes [NT] [LINK] - woody - 2:15pm on 05/18/10 (5)

Wow - Lovely magazine. Do you know if there is any way to subscribe? - deb-in-MI - 4:15pm on 05/18/10

Hi deb! I tried the Subscribe button on the HELP tab but it's - woody - 5:22pm on 05/18/10

Here's a link to his blog... [NT] [LINK] - woody - 5:26pm on 05/18/10

Thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:10pm on 05/18/10

Woody, great photos! Can't help but put a smile on your face and make my tummy rumble! Tx [NT] - barb_b - 5:00pm on 05/18/10

18235. Reminder from Dad: stay HYDRATED as the warm weather takes hold. - Michael in Phoenix - 6:50pm on 05/19/10 (10)

Thanks Dad, I had a scary one several years ago. It was a super hot summer in Seattle ('04) was - Nan - 7:09pm on 05/19/10
How Scary! I am glad he is OK... What a fright! Tx for the reminder. [NT] - barb_b - 8:31pm on 05/19/10
Interesting. Thanks for the info. [NT] - Elenor - 8:38pm on 05/19/10
Yup, happened to me in Boston - scorching hot - new experience I don't wish to repeat. [NT] - cheezz - 4:28am on 05/20/10
(((DS))) [NT] - AngAk - 6:03pm on 05/20/10

I head way down to Dallas next Tues. this Alaska girl is now afeared of the great heat. [NT] - AngAk - 6:04pm on 05/20/10

Staying hydrated is the key, without a doubt. Also be mindful of sunscreen if you're outside a lot. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:05pm on 05/20/10

i think I'm getting a spray-on tan---don't laugh! cocktail dressy wedding, bare legs--- - AngAk - 9:58pm on 05/20/10

true.... for every cup of coffee, you're supposed to drink 2 glasses of water to compensate! [NT] - cheezz - 12:44am on 05/22/10

AS an aside...coffe and beer do not rehydrate anyone, makes things worse...water is the answer. [NT] - joanietoo - 5:45pm on 05/21/10

18236. Oh Sandi! I made a wonderful recipe from the cookbook "Cooking from the Heart" - YUM! - cheezz - 4:18am on 05/20/10 (2)

REC: Pork and Potatoes with Orange Juice and Coca-Cola (with my tweak) [LINK] - cheezz - 4:25am on 05/20/10
Yay! Glad you're enjoying it - recipe sounds wonderful! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 5:14pm on 05/20/10

18237. My all time favorite salmon recipe! Wasabit Salmon [NT] [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 11:07am on 05/20/10 (8)

Um...that should have been Wasabi Salmon:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:07am on 05/20/10
I dunno, Wasabit has a ring to it. The pictures are beautiful! Did you get that lovely sear - Curious1 - 12:03pm on 05/20/10

Thanks, Curious. We broiled it... - deb-in-MI - 2:40pm on 05/20/10
I was picturing Elmer Fudd.... [NT] - cheezz - 7:21pm on 05/20/10

LOL [NT] - AngAk - 9:58pm on 05/20/10

Salmon with Pinot Gris-Caper Sauce, great recipe from our Randi - Nan - 3:39pm on 05/20/10

Thanks for Posting - I'll make this next! - deb-in-MI - 3:46pm on 05/20/10

Agree with Nan, great recipe. dh thinks this is restaurant quality... Not a term he uses often - barb_b - 1:39pm on 05/21/10

18238. Does anyone have any experience with a "fire pit?" I am ISO outdoor furn; found one I really - barb_b - 12:28pm on 05/20/10 (4)

be areful of wind direction and smoke! We get a smokefilled house when neighbors up above have big - AngAk - 6:10pm on 05/20/10

"careful" [NT] - AngAk - 6:10pm on 05/20/10

I have the same issue here with neighbors 2 and 3 houses down - Tess - 8:00pm on 05/20/10
Thanks everyone, appreciate the guidance and PMs... Off to check another place this am. [NT] - barb_b - 1:37pm on 05/21/10

18239. Rec: Tuna-Mac Stovetop Casserole - DawnNYS - 2:39pm on 05/20/10 (4)

comfort food! I see this with peas. yum. [NT] - AngAk - 9:56pm on 05/20/10

Ang, I was thinking the same thing! Maybe some leftover chips on top! BUT, aren't you allergic? [NT] - barb_b - 1:36pm on 05/21/10

Then I should be very comfortable... had more last night ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:53pm on 05/21/10
allergicv only to raw peapods. they become safe after cooking. [NT] - AngAk - 7:15pm on 05/21/10

18240. Going to be 90 on Sunday and we are breaking in the new ice cream maker - Kathleen - 8:45pm on 05/20/10 (12)

Yes! This one is fantastic! Chocolate Ganache Ice Cream: - Meryl - 8:50pm on 05/20/10
Damn, girl. I had NO idea you were 90! You don't type older than 85. Happy Birthday, tho. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:55pm on 05/20/10

Hahahahahaha!!!!! [NT] - Meryl - 8:56pm on 05/20/10
S2LA, you beat me to it! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 8:57pm on 05/20/10

Here is a deliious guilt-free one - Chocolate Sorbet - rhoward2va - 9:12pm on 05/20/10
from T&T Great Threads, link to Ice Cream thread [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 9:55pm on 05/20/10
I posted this before but here's my favorite ice cream recipe: Jack Daniel's Chocolate - Steve2 in LA - 10:29pm on 05/20/10
I have no recipe to add but want to say....WOW! A Huge Happy Birthday Kathleen!!!! [NT] - orchid - 3:10am on 05/21/10
Perfect Scoop Chocolate Ice Cream-I thought this was terrific and I turned it into [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 3:10am on 05/21/10
Happy Birthday! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:45pm on 05/21/10

Feeling kinda silly:) But what the heck - consider it an early birthday wish! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:17pm on 05/22/10

Ha-Ha. The WEATHER is going to be 90 - Kathleen - 9:02pm on 05/21/10

18241. Brining & Sodium Intake - Bklyn Joe - 9:20pm on 05/20/10 (1)

I always wondered about that - thanks! [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:56pm on 05/21/10

18242. I found a commercial kitchen finally!!! (long and rambling warning) REC: Feta Salsa - Dawn_MO - 12:28am on 05/21/10 (10)

Congratulations! I know this is a biggie for you. Go forth and prosper, Mo Dawn! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:50am on 05/21/10
Dawn, I can't tell you how happy I am for you!!! Been there, done that - FloriSandy - 8:51am on 05/21/10
WOnderful News! I know how much time and energy you have put into your BP; and excited to see it - barb_b - 1:34pm on 05/21/10
'So happy and excited for you! I see another Martha Stewart in the making... - DawnNYS - 2:06pm on 05/21/10

P.S. I love that website - so many good-sounding ideas [NT] [LINK] - DawnNYS - 2:19pm on 05/21/10

Excellent news...good luck. [NT] - joanietoo - 2:47pm on 05/21/10
Yaaaay..Sounds as though it was just meant to be. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:12pm on 05/21/10

Yaaaay, indeed! [NT] - AngAk - 7:28pm on 05/21/10

Great news -best of luck with this. [NT] - elaine - 6:00pm on 05/21/10

Thanks everyone, I am so excited! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 3:53pm on 05/22/10

18243. Joined CSA - going to need your help thru the summer with suggestions to use the veggies - Tess - 12:57am on 05/21/10 (21)

Recipe: Angel Hair Pasta with Scallops and Arugula [LINK] [IMAGE] - Tess - 12:59am on 05/21/10
Here are some from my to-try list: [NT] - Meryl - 1:14am on 05/21/10

Grilled-Chicken-Sandwiches-with-Sun-Dried-Tomatoes-and-Goat-Cheese [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:15am on 05/21/10

Green and White Fettuccine, arugula, goat cheese and roasted red peppers [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:17am on 05/21/10

Farfalle with arugula pesto and tomatoes [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:18am on 05/21/10

Seared tuna on fettuccine with green olives and arugula [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:19am on 05/21/10

Gruyere, arugula, and prosciutto stuffed chicken breasts with caramelized shallot sauce [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:20am on 05/21/10

Here is Pat's Tuscan-style steak salad with arugula and Parmesan, part of a previous arugula thread. [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 2:43am on 05/21/10
When you say anise do you mean Tarragon? If so, this [LINK] - orchid - 3:01am on 05/21/10

I bet she means fennel. [NT] - Marianne - 1:49pm on 05/21/10

Hmmmm. Because she listed anise along with the herbs, and tarragon - orchid - 2:49pm on 05/21/10

The sign on the row said "Anise" -- I googled and found a pic and site - it's really Anise Hyssop.. [LINK] [IMAGE] - Tess - 1:59am on 05/22/10

I have never seen or even heard of it. Interesting. It certainly looks much like mint. Thanks [NT] - orchid - 2:53pm on 05/22/10

My all time fav arugula salad rec: Arugula, Pine nut and Parmesan Salad (Patricia Wells) - barb_b - 1:29pm on 05/21/10

Oh - this sounds great - and I love pine nuts -- gotta try - thanks! [NT] - Tess - 2:00am on 05/22/10

Arugula pesto...just sub the basil...absolutely DELISH!! [NT] - joanietoo - 2:26pm on 05/21/10
Thanks everyone for the suggestions - I've printed out quite a few to try out!!! [NT] - Tess - 2:02am on 05/22/10
In case you're interested - here's the calendar of crops from the CSA - there's items I've never [LINK] - Tess - 2:08am on 05/22/10

CSAs like that are a great opportunity to explore cookbooks organized - Traca - 3:58pm on 05/22/10

Found it! Chez Panisse Vegetables [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 3:59pm on 05/22/10

Way cool - THANKS! [NT] - Tess - 12:15pm on 05/24/10

18244. 57 Cake Recipes.....take your pick and start baking. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 11:53am on 05/21/10 (3)

Nice pictures, some cakes look dry though [NT] - oli - 2:53pm on 05/21/10
what a treasure trove of wonderful cakes! I sent this on to DIL. [NT] - AngAk - 7:36pm on 05/21/10
Honestly, TERMINEX ads between pictures?!! What are these people thinking?! [NT] - cheezz - 12:58am on 05/22/10

18246. I am catering a lunch/celebration at the principal's farm on Tuesday. - Dawn_MO - 8:10pm on 05/21/10 (22)

I think a classic Caesar would be best here. Curious posted my favortie from Food and Wine [LINK] - Joe - 8:17pm on 05/21/10

I don't like using raw eggs if not really fresh. Recently made this version using mayo. Excellent. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 1:27am on 05/22/10

Which brings to mind that serving a luncheon crowd with a raw egg ingredient could be risky [NT] - FloriSandy - 5:56am on 05/22/10

When I do this recipe for catering, I whisk the yolks with the lemon juice in a double boilier - Joe - 2:40pm on 05/22/10

Brilliant! No wonder I'm *dying* to take your cooking classes. [NT] - Traca - 3:30pm on 05/22/10

Don't die. Just c'mon down. [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 12:29am on 05/23/10

*Very* tempting... [NT] - Traca - 2:22am on 05/23/10

Wonderful! [NT] - FloriSandy - 4:43pm on 05/22/10
Thank you so much for this tip Joe,the latest FC has a new Caesar salad recipe I'm anxious to try. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:53pm on 05/23/10

You're welcome, Curious. I only think it's necessary if you're making the dressing ahead of time. - Joe - 2:57pm on 05/23/10

I begg to differ Joe. For Caesar Salad, two hours maximum. [LINK] - FloriSandy - 4:53pm on 05/23/10

Actually, I agree. If I do the dressing the day before, with the poached egg yolks, - Joe - 6:30pm on 05/23/10

You can buy eggs that are pasteurized in the shell. More from Wikipedia >> [LINK] - cheezz - 6:12pm on 05/22/10

Or if you have 5 minutes, Danilo shows how to pasteurize the eggs yourself >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 6:13pm on 05/22/10

menu sounds perfect and so does Joe's recommendation on a caesar salad... you've nailed it! [NT] - cheezz - 12:55am on 05/22/10
What about the quantitiies, do they sound about right? - Dawn_MO - 3:30am on 05/22/10

Quantities, would ou make that. Acckkkkkkkkkk! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 3:32am on 05/22/10

Oh acckkkkkkkkkk! Never mind. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 3:33am on 05/22/10

Dawn, first determine what your yield would be for each item (in ounces) and how many ounces [LINK] - FloriSandy - 4:18am on 05/22/10
Your two pans of meat lasagna are enough for 24, I presume. The extra pan of veggie lasanga - Joe - 2:46pm on 05/22/10

Perhaps some garlic bread? Or an antipast platter with roasted peppers, marinated shrooms, etc or - barb_b - 11:46am on 05/22/10
Dawn, maybe this? Onion & fresh fennel bruschetta by chef Ethan Stowell - Traca - 3:49pm on 05/22/10

18247. One more question about my big dinner party tomorrow night - Kathleen - 8:35pm on 05/21/10 (7)

If you are worried about the safety of cooling it at room temp for two hours, you could... - Michael in Phoenix - 10:55pm on 05/21/10

Pulling it into chunks would have the added benefit of allowing you to check... - Michael in Phoenix - 12:05am on 05/22/10

Could you reduce the cooking temp a few degrees and leave it until you return from the game? [NT] - Curious1 - 1:21am on 05/22/10
I would turn the oven off (or leave it on very low) & leave it in there - Music City Missy - 2:37am on 05/22/10
So, I took Michael's suggestion but have one more question... - Kathleen - 12:29pm on 05/22/10

Crock pot probably won't dry it out as much. - Michael in Phoenix - 3:32pm on 05/22/10

How did it go, Kathleen? [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:58pm on 05/24/10

18248. This sounds great: Grilled Marinated Chicken Breast with Yogurt and Asian Spices [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:45pm on 05/21/10 (1)

I make something similar and it's really good. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:17am on 05/26/10

18249. What type of chocolate would you use...... - Music City Missy - 2:42am on 05/22/10 (8)

Are you adding chocolate to the caramel frosting or using it in the cake? [NT] - Meryl - 3:56pm on 05/22/10

Meryl - it's for the frosting [NT] - Music City Missy - 8:46pm on 05/22/10

Depending on how much sugar is in it, I'd use a high percentage semi-sweet or 60-70 per cent - Meryl - 9:16pm on 05/22/10

Chocolate Caramel Ganache - Marcel Desaulniers [LINK] - Meryl - 9:17pm on 05/22/10

Chocolate Caramel Ganache - Pierre Herme - Meryl - 9:18pm on 05/22/10

mmm.... both of these sound marvelous! [NT] - cheezz - 3:41am on 05/23/10

Sounds like you'd want a good quality cocoa powder (like Droste) for the dark chocolate color [NT] - cheezz - 6:18pm on 05/22/10

Or unsweetened chocolate bar? Otherwise it may be too sweet, I'm thinking. [NT] - cheezz - 6:19pm on 05/22/10

18250. Question of the Day/Week: What recipe sounds absolutely horrid but when you tried it. . . - mistral - 8:07pm on 05/22/10 (15)

Chicken Marbella from the Silver Palate Cookbook. - EvaN - 8:18pm on 05/22/10

Bingo! [NT] - Traca - 2:19am on 05/23/10
I tried this one and just didn't get it! I read so many good things about it... - Sandi in Hawaii - 2:24am on 05/23/10

I agree Sandy. It was perfectly acceptable but that's all. [NT] - elaine - 3:35am on 05/23/10

Same for me...when I walked into our neighbors home and that wonderful smell hit me in the face - KarenNoCA - 5:05pm on 05/23/10

Oh thank God someone said it! I don't get the fascination w/ this recipe. [NT] - Traca - 7:55pm on 05/23/10

The first time I made it, it was horrible! But since so many were oooh-ing and awww-ing over it, - EvaN - 9:43pm on 05/23/10

Pineapple cheese casserole [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 9:22pm on 05/22/10

My aunt made one similar to this when I was a child. Her recipe used soft bread crumbs. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:51pm on 05/23/10
This seems to be essentially a pineapple cheesecake that is served . . . - mistral - 4:34pm on 05/23/10

Chicken in Red Wine Vinegar posted by Charlie.... even picky DH loved it! [LINK] - cheezz - 3:50am on 05/23/10
I would not say horrid.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 12:24pm on 05/23/10
You all are so brave. If it sounds horrid to me, I don't make it. I have so many that sound - Curious1 - 12:49pm on 05/23/10

I would never make it without some kind of endorsement... - SallyBR - 2:12pm on 05/23/10

Let us know when you make it. Btw, I'm looking forward to making your Hoisin-Explosion chicken. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:41pm on 05/24/10

18251. Weird gardening question - thoughts on "giving" my BY over for a shared garden - MariaDNoCA - 9:19pm on 05/22/10 (5)

BTW, have no idea who/how to find out if anyone would want it [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:23pm on 05/22/10
Hi Maria, this is not unheard of. Gardeners often "share crop," using someone's property in exchange - Joe - 11:59pm on 05/22/10

Better check with your city council/zoning rules. Dallas is going out of its way - Melissa Dallas - 4:23am on 05/23/10

Sad. One does not conflict with the other. In fact, I think growing you own makes you picky.. - Joe - 5:01am on 05/23/10

Yes sad, but then, no one has ever - Richard in Cincy - 6:11pm on 05/24/10

18252. My weekend six - DawnNYS - 12:49am on 05/23/10 (16)

My Weekend Six [LINK] - Traca - 2:18am on 05/23/10

Oh my, love the John Besh report!! And a new Boy Friend!!! (((((HUGS))))) [NT] - Nan - 1:55am on 05/24/10
Traca, I noticed your posts have been awfully cheery lately ;-) - Joe - 2:02am on 05/24/10

Traca, how lovely! You've been doing amazing things lately - so excited for you! - Heather_in_SF - 3:02pm on 05/24/10
Joe, thanks for the tip on platters. Also, did you see this new-to-me book I got called [LINK] - Traca - 4:50am on 05/25/10

clapclapclap and a little cheer! [NT] - AngAk - 8:18pm on 06/02/10

Weekend Six? - Barbara in VA - 1:03pm on 05/23/10

Turkey eggs? How were they? My friend had a goose & used to eat the eggs. So big, 1 was perfect. [NT] - Traca - 4:47pm on 05/23/10

Hi Traca! The turkey eggs were obviously larger, the shells were a bit thicker, - Barbara in VA - 12:44pm on 05/24/10

I've got the perfect apron for you, - Pat-NoCal - 1:25pm on 05/23/10

Thank you, Pat... PM'd you just now [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:01am on 05/24/10

Burgers sound good, you just made my dinner descision for me. - Dawn_MO - 2:31pm on 05/23/10
Weekend Six - Dawn_MO - 2:46pm on 05/23/10
My Weekend Six - EvaN - 10:07pm on 05/23/10

Eva, when you get back home why don't you post a stand alone post - orchid - 11:44pm on 05/23/10

Great idea, orchid. I'll certainly do that! :-) [NT] - EvaN - 7:03am on 05/24/10

18253. I have some Gourmet mags from the 60"s. Some missing covers...but most have the index page either .. - elaine - 3:40am on 05/23/10 (1)

Elaine, I'm definitely interested! Will send you a PM. [NT] - Meryl - 4:12am on 05/23/10

18254. deb-in-Mich I made the chocolate malted pudding you posted. It tasted good [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 4:32am on 05/23/10 (2)

Hi Melissa. I just checked the origial recipe - deb-in-MI - 3:42pm on 05/23/10

it was good-just kind of soupy [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:04pm on 05/23/10

18255. Gay, Thanks for posting Rec: Yugoslavian Vegetable Casserole [LINK] - barb_b - 11:32am on 05/23/10 (5)

Barb, My pleasure .... happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe. [NT] - GayR - 12:48pm on 05/23/10
I missed this one, and it sounds really good. Thanks for posting and reviewing! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 3:04pm on 05/23/10
I missed this one first time around too. Thansk for posting it again, I'm definitely trying it! [NT] - EvaN - 9:47pm on 05/23/10
Re: Gay, Thanks for posting Rec: Yugoslavian Vegetable Casserole - Sandy in Baltimore - 11:23pm on 05/24/10

Sandy, Use whatever cheese you like if you don't care for the Cheddar. I am sure it will still be - GayR - 11:31pm on 05/24/10

18256. What is your favorite pasta salad? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 3:56pm on 05/23/10 (31)

"Curried Couscous Salad with Dried Cranberries" and "Thai Style Pasta Salad." [NT] - Meryl - 5:30pm on 05/23/10

I have the couscous salad recipe, - Dawn_MO - 10:59pm on 05/23/10

Here ya go: Thai-Style Pasta Salad [LINK] - Meryl - 11:18pm on 05/23/10

Italian Sausage Salad from James Beard. - Curious1 - 5:36pm on 05/23/10

This sounds wonderful. - Dawn_MO - 10:52pm on 05/23/10

That tip about the Italian sausage was an eye-opener for me and comes in handy for other recipes. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:43pm on 05/24/10

It's one that was posted ages ago back on Gails - EvaN - 10:17pm on 05/23/10
Many of these sound great: Antipasto Pasta Salad [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:56pm on 05/23/10
2 faves actuall... REC: BLT Chicken and Pasta Salad - cheezz - 11:05pm on 05/23/10

and REC: Curried Chicken and Pasta Salad - cheezz - 11:06pm on 05/23/10
uh, that'd be "actuallY" [NT] - cheezz - 11:10pm on 05/23/10
Ooh - this sounds great - I wish I ate bacon. [NT] - Meryl - 11:15pm on 05/23/10

Can you sub turkey bacon? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:50pm on 05/23/10

It's not a pork thing, it's a nitrate/nitrite thing. [NT] - Meryl - 11:52pm on 05/23/10

Does it exist without the nitrates? [NT] - Meryl - 11:53pm on 05/23/10

I can look into it through the buying club/co op I belong to. I will let you know - Dawn_MO - 11:55pm on 05/23/10

I'm going to check in my local health food store - they should have something. The other problem, - Meryl - 12:07am on 05/24/10

Are you close to a The Fresh Market? They carry Nueske's Applewood smoked. I love the stuff. It's [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:51pm on 05/25/10

Thanks, I'll check it out. [NT] - Meryl - 6:40pm on 05/25/10

Yes, you can buy it without nitrates. It's hard to find. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:29am on 05/24/10

Believe I've seen it at Whole Foods. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:01pm on 05/25/10

Meryl, I often sub bacon with chopped green olives. Can you eat that? [NT] - EvaN - 7:02am on 05/24/10

I can eat them, but I find them too salty. I haven't eaten bacon in eons, and I have a feeling - Meryl - 7:40am on 05/24/10

Making your own bacon is easy. As for olives, if they're too salty, give them a soak. [NT] - Traca - 8:01pm on 05/25/10

REC: My SIL's Pasta Salad - MariaDNoCA - 4:45am on 05/24/10
I have a zippy tip for any pasta salad, add a teaspoon of dried red chile flakes to the pasta water - Heather_in_SF - 3:18pm on 05/24/10
Couple of pasta salads I enjoy [NT] - barb_b - 4:25pm on 05/26/10

Charlies' Rec: The Store Cold Pasta Salad with Tomato and Peppers (Bert Green) - barb_b - 4:29pm on 05/26/10
Rec: Lemon Pasta with Tomato and Feta [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 4:32pm on 05/26/10
On my list... Rec: Traca's Potsticker Salad [LINK] - barb_b - 4:42pm on 05/26/10

CathyZ's Creamy Pasta Salad [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 8:14pm on 06/02/10

18257. Any tips for keepng pasta salads from absorbing the dressing? - Dawn_MO - 4:02pm on 05/23/10 (11)

I'm not sure why you would want it NOT to absorb the dressing. - KarenNoCA - 4:58pm on 05/23/10

I am going to be selling them prepackaged at the Farmer's Market. - Dawn_MO - 10:38pm on 05/23/10

Could the package include an extra optional packet of dressing? [NT] - Joe - 2:10am on 05/24/10

Dawn_MO - You cannot go wrong with Pam Anderson's Five Steps To Perfect Pasta Salad (her dressings [LINK] - GayR - 6:24pm on 05/23/10

What a fantastic article, thank you so much. Maybe - Dawn_MO - 10:46pm on 05/23/10
Great thread folks! Thanks bunches! *�* [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 8:19pm on 05/30/10

Make sure you only add the dressing after the pasta is cold. [NT] - EvaN - 9:44pm on 05/23/10

Maybe making sure all the ingredients are cold when made might help too. - Dawn_MO - 10:47pm on 05/23/10

Besides waiting until the pasta is cold, do half mayo, half sour cream and you won't have a problem [NT] - cheezz - 11:07pm on 05/23/10
what I do - Richard in Cincy - 6:09pm on 05/24/10

Thanks everyone! I am going to try a test run using the oil - Dawn_MO - 5:08pm on 05/27/10

18258. NFRC Any "Lost" addicts still have questions?! I do. How did the - DawnNYS - 4:10am on 05/24/10 (5)

I'm taping to watch later.... it still has 40 min to tape here on the west coast. - cheezz - 5:55am on 05/24/10

Now I've got more questions than answers.... rats. [NT] - cheezz - 4:58am on 05/25/10

Here's a very interesting take on what it all meant. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 1:26pm on 05/25/10

That's a pretty cool assessment... makes sense. But one big question remains... - cheezz - 7:17pm on 05/25/10

Coincidentally, question asked and answered (sort of) in USA Today. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 8:51pm on 05/25/10

18259. Have you ever made homemade mayonnaise? What to do if it doesn't emulsify?? - Sandi in Hawaii - 4:44am on 05/24/10 (9)

Sandi, Here is a wonderful tutorial by Julia Child with recipes....have made it and it is wonderful. [LINK] - GayR - 12:28pm on 05/24/10

Thank you Gay - the link was extremely helpful! I'll definitely try it again! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 8:33am on 05/25/10

Sandi, mayonnaise won't emulsify if the eggs are cold, or if there is a thunderstorm. The French say - Joe - 2:47pm on 05/24/10

So are we shopping for baby gifts, or what?! :) [NT] - cheezz - 9:32pm on 05/24/10

I think so. Twice in a row sounds pretty certain. [NT] - Joe - 12:34am on 05/25/10

LOL! Sandy? The suspense is killing me! [NT] - orchid - 2:11am on 05/25/10

Make that - FloriSandy - 2:58am on 05/25/10

hoothoothoot. [NT] - AngAk - 3:17am on 05/25/10

Ha. Ha ha. Ha ha ha. Hahahahahahahaha!!!!!!! - Sandi in Hawaii - 8:31am on 05/25/10

18260. Dawn MO, I thought this Santa Fe Quinoa Salad from May Food&Wine looked like something you'd like. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:54pm on 05/24/10 (1)

Thank you, this looks really good. I like quinoa and I am always looking for new recipes. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 3:59am on 05/26/10

18261. AngAk-If you haven't seen your private messages at least you missed the local - Melissa Dallas - 6:37pm on 05/24/10 (1)

I just got on the computer. please keep the tornadoes away for the rest of the week. [NT] - AngAk - 3:16am on 05/25/10

18262. Sorry for all the lasagna posts, but I have another question. - Dawn_MO - 11:00pm on 05/24/10 (7)

If you've used uncooked noodles before, I think this would work. Just take them out of the fridge - Joe - 1:08am on 05/25/10

My event is tomorrow. I was going to bake them here and transport to the farm. - Dawn_MO - 1:18am on 05/25/10

Sounds like a plan. If you have any extra sauce for serving, - Joe - 1:57am on 05/25/10

Yes, and it cuts so much neater when it has set awhile. Extra sauce for me, please! *g* [NT] - cheezz - 5:00am on 05/25/10

Thank you everyone! Everything went great. I managed to time everything very well - Dawn_MO - 4:07am on 05/26/10

Good news! Vegetarian options are always appreciated, even by non-vegetarians. - Joe - 5:38am on 05/26/10
Wonderful! Teachers always deserve to be recognized! What a great catering experience for you! [NT] - barb_b - 2:25pm on 05/26/10

18263. Heather...Notes on the Urban Italian Kitchen - Traca - 4:43am on 05/25/10 (5)

I love his Crumbs YO and his basic tomato sauce, that's my go-to recipe now. - Heather_in_SF - 6:07pm on 05/25/10

I need to make my peace with "Crumbs Yo." Stupid name, have refused to make it. :) [NT] - Traca - 7:58pm on 05/25/10
Am I the only one who's 'curious'? Both recipes here... [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 8:50pm on 05/25/10

Great treasure trove of recipes there. Thanks! I made this chicken dish for my clients. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 2:55pm on 05/26/10

What a great site! Just what I needed, another site to get lost in. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:36pm on 05/27/10

18264. Joe, I thought of you when I saw this [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 4:04pm on 05/25/10 (6)

What a wonderful site (and sight). Thanks. [NT] - Janet in NC - 9:44pm on 05/25/10
Beautiful! Thank you for thinking of me. I love this place! - Joe - 9:45pm on 05/25/10

I was wondering before I clicked the link...! ;) [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:54pm on 05/25/10

This is really neat!! Took me until now to realize that you can use your mouse to view the entire - barb_b - 10:20am on 05/27/10
Richard, did you ever figure out the name of the cookbook you were looking for? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 5:01pm on 05/27/10

Nope, still looking. Hopefully it might be... - Richard in Cincy - 1:39pm on 06/02/10

18265. Has anyone talked to Marilyn lately? I emailed her and haven't heard back. - DawnNYS - 8:45pm on 05/25/10 (3)

I PM'd her a few days ago to report spam. Haven't heard. [NT] - Meryl - 9:01pm on 05/25/10
The last I heard: her computer had a virus and might be being fixed; she's working 10 hrs/day and - Marsha tbay - 1:20am on 05/26/10

I got a PM about a week ago, confirms Marsha's info. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:57am on 05/26/10

18266. My cat got sprayed by a skunk last night and so I gave him a bath in tomato sauce - now I am craving - DawnNYS - 8:48pm on 05/25/10 (6)

Yikes. I thought cats hated baths... [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:14am on 05/26/10

Oh they doooo - you would've thought I was killing him, the way he - DawnNYS - 3:51am on 05/27/10

TELL me you have video???? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:30pm on 05/27/10

No... I felt bad doing it , didn't want any reminders of it. I think he really - DawnNYS - 2:37pm on 05/28/10

Pets are forgiving, why we love them. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 5:24pm on 05/28/10
Awww. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:44pm on 06/03/10

18267. NYC restaurant recommendations please! - deb-in-MI - 8:51pm on 05/25/10 (9)

Wish I was going to FFS but not happening this year - judy-mass - 12:47am on 05/26/10
My favorite restaurant in NYC is El Faro's in the village on Horatio and Greenwich. It is authentic. - elaine - 3:42am on 05/26/10
Ipodo on 4th Avenue, Shake Shack, Barbounia on Park Ave., Rosa Mexicano, - PatBastrop - 5:57am on 05/26/10
Here are some of our favorites: - rhoward2va - 2:22pm on 05/26/10

Oh, I forgot - Marybeth's is great for brunch. They have - rhoward2va - 2:27pm on 05/26/10

Is this different from Sarabeth's? - judy-mass - 12:45pm on 05/30/10

A friend sent me this list of recommendations - thought you may also be interested - deb-in-MI - 2:49pm on 05/26/10

Oh! Oh! I LOVE the Popover Cafe! and it is close to Zabar's. [NT] - PatBastrop - 3:59pm on 05/26/10

Many, Many Thanks! Now just to narrow them down:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:50pm on 05/26/10

18268. I'm hosting a baby shower in July and I'm starting to think about the food. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:07pm on 05/25/10 (28)

How could you put a question mark after chocolate??!!! Definitely! How about mini chocolate cupcakes - Meryl - 9:21pm on 05/25/10

The heat must have affected my brain. :) Mini chocolate cupcakes--perfect! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:53pm on 05/25/10

Ha! That was my first choice also! [NT] - Meryl - 10:26pm on 05/25/10

Rec: Chicken Salad with Grapes and Walnuts - barb_b - 10:55pm on 05/25/10

Oh, that sounds lovely. Thanks, Barb! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:59am on 05/26/10
Chop everything small enough, you could make sandwiches out of it too. [NT] - Traca - 3:28am on 05/26/10

Give consideration to a different pasta. I think Couscous is a lil challenging. I have served it, - barb_b - 11:27pm on 05/25/10

Which brings me to my point--have the carpet cleaned AFTER the party. The menu sounds wonderful, - Joe - 12:58am on 05/26/10

Hee. We'll probably need to clean it twice. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:01am on 05/26/10

OK then, if it's really gross. But skip the second cleaning and just hold out for the hardwood. [LINK] - Joe - 5:17am on 05/26/10

BTW, this is really becoming a "Lady's Luncheon" "High tea" or "Heavy Hors d'oeuvres" menu. [NT] - Joe - 5:32am on 05/26/10

Yeah, the carpet's pretty bad in certain spots. I can't wait for hardwood. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:11pm on 05/26/10

Manly, yet refined: Upscale Pig in a Blanket. Have you got any Grey Poupon? [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 2:11am on 05/27/10

I have used orzo instead of the couscous in recipes and it works great. - Dawn_MO - 2:47pm on 05/26/10

Nice idea. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:27pm on 05/26/10

Chocolate chip cream scones with curd?? I also posted the BEST cucumber sandwich - cheezz - 1:05am on 05/26/10

The cucumber one looks great; I'll look for the scones. Thanks much, [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:12am on 05/26/10

The fruit salad is Lemon Verbena Fruit Salad. It sounds soooo good. [NT] [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:11am on 05/26/10

YAY! I'm so glad you tried it. Surprised this isn't one of the most popular recipes on the swap. [NT] - Traca - 3:24am on 05/26/10

Haven't tried it yet, but I will for sure! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:35am on 05/26/10

Where do you purchase Lemon Verbena? I do not think I have ever seen it [NT] - barb_b - 2:03pm on 05/26/10

Check out garden stores and nurserys to get pots of Lemon Verbena. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 2:47pm on 05/26/10

Thanks, Michael. I was wondering the same thing. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:27pm on 05/26/10

I often substitue mint for the lemon verbena. [NT] - Traca - 2:49pm on 05/26/10

REC:Chicken and Wild Rice Salad with Maple Vinaigrette [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 11:28am on 05/26/10
Amanda, make sure you peruse the menu section. There are some great recipes and ideas; I recall Joe - barb_b - 2:10pm on 05/26/10

Yes, I've taken a quick look and will go back for a closer look later. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:28pm on 05/26/10

Was thinking if you skipped the salad, or did a salad on endive kind of option, throw the fruit on - Traca - 3:01pm on 05/26/10

18269. NRFR...at all, infact, but life can throw curves at one sometimes.... - joanietoo - 3:25am on 05/26/10 (10)

an "up to date" birth certificate?? How could it have changed since you were born? [NT] - cheezz - 3:54am on 05/26/10

my thoughts exactly. weird. [NT] - AngAk - 4:25pm on 05/26/10

Wow, Joanie...that's crazy. What a situation. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:32pm on 05/26/10
You know...... - joanietoo - 6:17pm on 05/26/10

She probably meant "current." [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:21pm on 05/26/10

maybe..... - joanietoo - 7:34pm on 05/26/10

Maybe because the original no longer is from and existing country... - Michael in Sarasota - 8:30pm on 05/26/10

"an" existing country (fat finger) [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 8:30pm on 05/26/10
..... - joanietoo - 11:20pm on 05/26/10

So sorry to hear of your bureaucratic nightmare... - Richard in Cincy - 2:31am on 05/29/10

18270. FRC A friend at work needs some advice. Here's her story... - Michael in Sarasota - 2:09pm on 05/26/10 (2)

My friend did something similiar; it was a plastic serving piece after thanksgiving. Her family - barb_b - 2:20pm on 05/26/10

I'd be spraying upholstered surfaces and carpet with Febreeze too. They picked up the smell too. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:47pm on 05/26/10

18271. NFRC: I'll be in Orange County, CA and San Diego next month..... - GayleMO - 3:01pm on 05/26/10 (4)

We may be available. I'll keep you posted! Would love to meet up. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:43pm on 05/26/10

That would be wonderful!! - GayleMO - 8:48pm on 05/26/10

In San Diego, do not miss Eclipse Chocolate. *Swoon!* [NT] - Traca - 4:41am on 05/27/10

Sounds wonderful! Thanks, Traca! [NT] - GayleMO - 3:32pm on 05/27/10

18272. Sounds Good - The Junior League of Wichita, Kansas "Poppy Seed Coffee Cake" - GayR - 6:47pm on 05/26/10 (1)

This sounds delicious! I've had very good luck with Jr League cookbooks & their recipes. [NT] - wigs - 2:19pm on 06/04/10

18273. Lemon Cream Tart [LINK] - Sylvia - 10:13pm on 05/26/10 (2)

This sounds wonderful. I love lemon. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:57am on 05/27/10

Ditto - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:19am on 05/27/10

18274. HELP! ISO very basic picnic food ideas - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:55pm on 05/27/10 (13)

Basic cole slaw holds well in the refrigerator overnight. [NT] - BobbiJoAZ - 3:17pm on 05/27/10
Sounds like you've got it under control, but some other ideas might be - DawnNYS - 3:19pm on 05/27/10

Speaking of cold chicken, these oven-baked drumsticks are wonderful [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 3:22pm on 05/27/10

I love this kind of chicken. Here is another similar one from Jane Brody - Dawn_MO - 4:57pm on 05/27/10

I always wondered... why do they say that chicken thighs must be - DawnNYS - 2:12pm on 05/28/10

I know the breasts cook in half the time, but don't know why... must be density [NT] - cheezz - 10:54pm on 05/28/10

Ooo--watermelon. Good idea. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:31pm on 05/27/10

Chopped salad stuffed in large cooked pasta shells - MoNJ - 5:03pm on 05/27/10
Deviled eggs... potato salad.... lemonade. Yes MoNJ - the chopped salad in shells sound good! [NT] - cheezz - 10:03pm on 05/27/10

Oh, lemonade. Yes, indeedy. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:20pm on 05/27/10

late, but this overnight slaw is always a winner and great for do ahead - AngAk - 7:56pm on 06/02/10
Well, we ended up with cold cut sandwiches. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:48pm on 06/03/10

Dontcha love it?! I hate when I get all these great ideas than someone puts a kabosh on it [NT] - cheezz - 9:47pm on 06/03/10

18275. REC: Brazilian Hot Sauce -- have NO idea where I got this but it's AMAZING!! - cheezz - 4:43am on 05/28/10 (4)

Interesting! - SallyBR - 10:46pm on 05/30/10

This was in a beef stew-type dish I got... will have to look up dende! [NT] - cheezz - 2:01am on 05/31/10

If you decide to get it.... - SallyBR - 12:39pm on 05/31/10

Thanks! I'll ask my Brazilian friend if she has a source. [NT] - cheezz - 9:40pm on 05/31/10

18276. What is your favorite way to roast turkey thighs? Right now, they are marinating - DawnNYS - 2:23pm on 05/28/10 (4)

My sister cooks them in an oven bag and they fall apart. - rhoward2va - 3:17pm on 05/28/10

I love cooking turkeys in the oven bag. Great results. [NT] - Traca - 3:45pm on 05/28/10

I was hoping for a long, varied thread, maybe to add to Great Threads. C'mon gusy! [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:08pm on 05/29/10

No? Okay. It's just that there are so few "turkey" entrees in T&T - guess we can substitute - DawnNYS - 9:48pm on 06/01/10

18277. What's the best dish you've made recently? Sweet Potato, Corn and Jalapeno Bisque - Traca - 2:38pm on 05/28/10 (15)

Where's the corn? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 4:25pm on 05/28/10

I forgot it when I made the recipe and realized it later. Next time, I'd like to - Traca - 5:50am on 05/29/10

2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (I looked it up for you) [NT] - GeorgiaRose - 6:02pm on 05/28/10

Thanks, GeorgiaRose! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 8:42pm on 05/28/10

REC: Cream of Cauliflower Soup - just made it again and it's SO good! [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 10:59pm on 05/28/10

Yum! My friend is cooking her way though Ad Hoc with some great results. Must buy. [NT] - Traca - 4:25pm on 05/29/10

The chocolate chip cookies are fantastic! [NT] - Meryl - 5:39pm on 05/29/10

This one? Chocolate Chip Cookies with a Cinnamon/Almond twist >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:19am on 05/30/10

No! That's Greenspan's recipe. We're talking Thomas Keller! Here's the recipe with my notes: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:39pm on 05/30/10

Any specific non-desert items she recommends? I've only made the roast chicken with veggies. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:16pm on 05/30/10

She [NT] - Traca - 3:27pm on 06/01/10

Whoops! She's very enthusiastic about this book. Last time we talked, she made the lobster dish. My - Traca - 3:29pm on 06/01/10

Ahh, a professional cook. There are several I'd like to try. Now I'm off to check out the - Curious1 - 6:00pm on 06/01/10

I think I'd pick farfalle with butternut squash.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 10:06pm on 05/30/10

Yum! This sounds great. I've never roasted greens either. I'm intrigued. [NT] - Traca - 3:36pm on 06/01/10

18278. Our Chicago eating, and other stuff - PatBastrop - 3:49pm on 05/28/10 (1)

Oh, totally forgot about Lou Mitchell's for breakfast. Love that place. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:37am on 05/29/10

18279. Cinnamon Curry Roasted Chicken with Tomato Yogurt Sauce [NT] [LINK] - Marsha tbay - 4:36pm on 05/28/10 (1)

I saw that one yesterday - it sounds great. Thanks for posting! [NT] - Meryl - 6:40pm on 05/28/10

18280. NFR (although there may be a MilkBone in there) Dog's day at the beach. Cute. [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 8:40pm on 05/28/10 (3)

Oh yeah, too cute! Nice ending... my dog would have been in doggie heaven [NT] - cheezz - 11:04pm on 05/28/10
I love it when I start the day smiling! Thanks so much for posting. [NT] - barb_b - 11:29am on 05/29/10
loved this. thanks. [NT] - AngAk - 7:43pm on 06/02/10