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30670. Phase 1 completed [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 2:04pm on 12/19/18 (1)

18344. I finally made the Lemony Potato Salad posted above, and it was - DawnNYS - 7:53pm on 06/07/10 (6)

Blue turkey burgers, made from... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:00am on 06/08/10

Ground turkey with a bit of blue cheese in the middle, then grilled. [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:19pm on 06/08/10

Ahh. Thank you. Couldn't figure that one out! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:01pm on 06/08/10

That should be "little bit " of blue cheese - really sparks up the bland turkey [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:17pm on 06/10/10

Dawn, good suggestions. I didn't use salt except in the cooking water. [NT] - Sylvia - 7:53am on 06/08/10

Here's another interesting and delicious potato salad tried recently with Sherry Mustard Vinaigrette [LINK] - Sylvia - 7:57am on 06/08/10

18345. Baby Shower Challenge! - Dawn_MO - 10:26am on 06/08/10 (52)

A very nice gesture! You could make it a potluck shower. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:58am on 06/08/10

How about a big baked ziti made with a block of cheddar from Costco? [NT] - Janet in NC - 11:11am on 06/08/10
I wrote this before I opened cheezz' post. Her menu is nice and affordable too. [NT] - Joe - 11:47am on 06/08/10

And then I posted in the wrong place. I meant below. I'll go back to bed now. [NT] - Joe - 11:48am on 06/08/10

How about making little sandwiches with that ham? I love those small sandwich rolls - cheezz - 11:28am on 06/08/10

Good idea. Add egg salad sandwiches, and a nice potato salad, and maybe a green salad - Joe - 11:45am on 06/08/10
Fruit salad for 14 would blow the budget I think since I had to pay 1.39 for one courtland apple at [NT] - Janet in NC - 12:12pm on 06/08/10

Yeah, but a tub of cut-up fruit at Costco would be pretty cheap - or maybe neighbors have fruit? [NT] - cheezz - 3:11pm on 06/08/10

make that my local Harris Teeter. I was making Pat's cole slaw. [NT] - Janet in NC - 12:13pm on 06/08/10

Harris Teeter prices are nuts! But, I love their Flagship store here in Greensboro - lots of great - Meryl - 4:33pm on 06/08/10

Meryl- thanks for the "heads up" on Harris Teeter while we were in NC. Loved it! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:30am on 06/09/10

Cyn, I'm so glad! Even though the prices are high, I love that store -overall great quality products - Meryl - 1:33pm on 06/09/10

speaking of high quality, I walked through my first Central Market while visiting Dallas. lovely [NT] - AngAk - 4:58pm on 06/09/10

Oh how I love that place! Did you get to go to the Whole Foods flagship store? It's also amazing. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:23pm on 06/09/10

No, just the CM. I wanted to get one of the beautiful baskets and just fill it up. drats to the - AngAk - 1:00pm on 06/10/10

My mistake, I was soexcited at the mention of CM, I forgot you were in Dallas instead of Austin. [NT] - Curious1 - 8:47pm on 06/10/10

Great idea. Sandwiches are always good. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:00pm on 06/08/10
I totally agree, keep it simple. You can easily achieve this with your $25 and maybe have leftover $ [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:57pm on 06/08/10

Ditto! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:37pm on 06/08/10
More thoughts.... [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 10:27am on 06/09/10

I would love to see your pics and would love to hear your ideas. - Dawn_MO - 12:15pm on 06/09/10

Sure thing, - Pat-NoCal - 1:02pm on 06/09/10

Wow, We never talk much here about presentation. Great ideas. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:13pm on 06/09/10
YAY Pat. So glad you weighed in on this. Great contributions both here and above! [NT] - Traca - 12:06am on 06/10/10

I love the look of these little sandwiches with embellished Kings Hawaiian Rolls. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 5:54pm on 06/08/10

$25 budget? That's outrageous. Attendees should kick in cash for the event.. $5/person? [NT] - Traca - 12:30pm on 06/08/10

I know, but that is what I have to work with. It's mostly family coming. - Dawn_MO - 1:04pm on 06/08/10

if the inlaws bring fruit salad or dessert, you should be fine. make some tassies---easy do-ahead - AngAk - 2:09pm on 06/08/10
I also have four tenderloins in the freezer that I could use too. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:48pm on 06/08/10

Raiding the freezer/pantry helps. :) [NT] - Traca - 9:27am on 06/09/10
You could do Herb-Roasted Tenderloin, [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:10pm on 06/09/10

or slice it and serve it on a platter next to a big platter/bowl of salad. [NT] - AngAk - 1:01pm on 06/10/10

I dunno, Traca. I think people would balk at paying to come. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:01pm on 06/08/10

I mean, balk at donating money for the food. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:04pm on 06/08/10

IMO, Bringing a dish to share makes you feel included and lets you express yourself. - Joe - 6:37pm on 06/08/10
It's true, cash donation is cheaper than bringing a dish to share. More on this inside... - Traca - 10:24pm on 06/08/10

I agree, bringning in a chef to cook and always being the organizer makes for a very different - Joe - 11:59pm on 06/08/10

I personally wouldn't ask for a food contribution when guests are already spending money on shower - Pat-NoCal - 10:03am on 06/09/10

I meant, I wouldn't ask for money toward the food offerings. ;o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 10:05am on 06/09/10

Couple of ideas / Recs - barb_b - 2:01pm on 06/08/10

I love this with Ham. Joe posted Autumn Potato Gratin by RR - barb_b - 2:09pm on 06/08/10

You're welcome again. It;s so decadent, for a special occasion. [NT] - Joe - 6:39pm on 06/08/10

Another favorite with Ham: Rec: Spinach Gratin By Barefoot Contesa - barb_b - 2:13pm on 06/08/10

I post this every time someone asks about a shower, luncheon etc. Gretchen's Vegetable Sandwiches [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 2:33pm on 06/08/10
Cheap and delicious: Kye's Fresh Corn Salad - Traca - 10:32pm on 06/08/10

Oh, yeah, this is awesome! I might make this for the baby shower I'm hosting. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:56pm on 06/09/10

Does the avocado get smooshed when you mix it all together? - Dawn_MO - 2:16pm on 06/09/10

Nope, I stir the salad first, then add the avocado & try to leave it in chunks. [NT] - Traca - 12:03am on 06/10/10

Same here, it remains in chunks, but it's important not too choose avocados that are too 'squishy'. - Pat-NoCal - 1:08pm on 06/10/10

How many would this serve as a side dish with quite a few other items? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 7:49am on 06/12/10

Others could weigh in better (portions is not my strength), but I'd double it & expect no leftovers. [NT] - Traca - 12:43pm on 06/12/10
I make one similar to this that doesn't have the avocado and it says 4-6 servings for [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:33pm on 06/12/10

18346. Any of you watch "The Next Food Network Star" and did you find it as boring as I did? [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:05pm on 06/08/10 (8)

Yes!!! Overall, very uninspiring. [NT] - Meryl - 4:28pm on 06/08/10
I found out yesterday Fine Living channel was changed to the Cooking channel, which is owned by the - Marsha tbay - 4:36pm on 06/08/10

I can't even get the Fine Living/Cooking channel here on the Time Warner basic package. [NT] - Meryl - 4:38pm on 06/08/10

Meryl, we had Time Warner (local Brighthouse) we finally got Direct TV and I'm so much happier! - Marsha tbay - 7:29pm on 06/08/10

Hey Marsha, that's good to know. Is Direct TV about the same price as Time Warner? How is their - Meryl - 9:05pm on 06/08/10

We had Direct TV in San Diego and her in MO and love it. - Dawn_MO - 6:23am on 06/09/10
Meryl, there is a nice savings our first year, but next year will be a little more. I've not had - Marsha tbay - 9:44am on 06/09/10
Thank you both - I'll have to check it out. [NT] - Meryl - 1:29pm on 06/09/10

18347. ISO Fav Main Dish to take to a potluck? - MariaDNoCA - 4:18pm on 06/08/10 (42)

When I did them for my cast & crew I often took Green Chile Stew with White Beans or a Gumbo. - Steve2 in LA - 4:36pm on 06/08/10

Ooh, both of those sound great! [NT] - Traca - 8:59am on 06/09/10

I've never been to a potluck, but this dish sounds perfect: Chicken, Shrimp and Andouille Jambalaya [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:22pm on 06/08/10

Hits brakes, tires squeal...wh-wh-what? You've never been? How did this happen? - MariaDNoCA - 5:38pm on 06/08/10

Ha! I knew you'd freak out! [NT] - Meryl - 5:43pm on 06/08/10

And you were right Missy! Totally freaked out!!! Pray tell, how have you avoided this? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:44pm on 06/08/10

I don't know - maybe I'm antisocial. LOL [NT] - Meryl - 2:22am on 06/09/10

Ummm, you can't be antisocial if you tried --- you're the one bringing the chocolate! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:31pm on 06/09/10

But of course! [NT] - Meryl - 10:35pm on 06/09/10

Here's another to check out: Cajun Chicken Jambalaya [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:44pm on 06/08/10
WAIT!! Now this is just NOT humanly possible Mery, unless you live in a cave in Siberia... - cheezz - 12:57am on 06/09/10

Hahahahahaha! [NT] - Meryl - 2:19am on 06/09/10

Meryl, there's two of us. I've never been to a potluck either :-D [NT] - EvaN - 3:19am on 06/09/10

What?! I had two potlucks last year...people love 'em--especially in the foodie crowd. - Traca - 8:50am on 06/09/10
Yay!!! We're unique! [NT] - Meryl - 1:27pm on 06/09/10
Me three. Typically, I was asked to bring a dish that wasn't duplicated. I guess you might say the - FloriSandy - 11:30pm on 06/09/10

I'm eggstatic to know I'm not alone! [NT] - Meryl - 2:32am on 06/10/10

Tex-Mex Beans-As a bonus, if there are salad & chips at the potluck they make a nice taco salad - Melissa Dallas - 5:51pm on 06/08/10
lately it has been the old 7 layer salad---they ask for it here at work [NT] - AngAk - 6:55pm on 06/08/10

T&T for sure. Everytime I make that... - Richard in Cincy - 11:49am on 06/10/10

so true!! I never would have believed that such a simple mayo dressing would be so delish---with - AngAk - 1:11pm on 06/10/10

A Potluck Thread sounds great. Following is a "Taco Casserole" I got from here and - Elenor - 6:56pm on 06/08/10
Antipasti platters are fun to assemble and with meat and cheese, can round out the main course. - Joe - 7:54pm on 06/08/10
OK, I'm running the risk of "she's totally crazy" post but I just remembered - orchid - 10:18pm on 06/08/10

What a fun idea for a party! I imagine it is even sillier, if the friends know each other, and - barb_b - 8:30am on 06/09/10

It was fun AND good. Maybe you'll try it sometime. :0) [NT] - orchid - 7:09pm on 06/09/10

REC: Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas - cheezz - 1:04am on 06/09/10
I like to make this chicken. REC: Fried Chicken (Jane Brody) - Dawn_MO - 6:34am on 06/09/10
I've taken the Italian Sausage Pasta Salad I recently posted to potlucks. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:12am on 06/09/10
I often take Tamale Pie if I'm asked for a main dish. - BobbiJoAZ - 10:23am on 06/09/10
meat loaf is popular. Take something you like in case there isn't anything that appeals :) [NT] - Janet in NC - 12:11pm on 06/09/10

also a good old shepherd's pie casserole. [NT] - AngAk - 5:06pm on 06/09/10

Although I'm probably too late for you, Maria, I'll add mine to the thread. Tuna-cheese appetizer... - DawnNYS - 9:24pm on 06/09/10

What's the tuna cheese appetizer? [NT] - Elenor - 10:37pm on 06/09/10

"Almost" equal parts tuna and cream cheese, curry powder, horseradish; will post the recipe [LINK] - DawnNYS - 11:20pm on 06/10/10

Sounds delicious and different. I'm going to try it. Thanks, Dawn. [NT] - Elenor - 12:06pm on 06/11/10

Deviled eggs---they are always the first to go lately. great retro dish revival. [NT] - AngAk - 1:12pm on 06/10/10

Not a main dish but - Sarah in Charleston - 8:57am on 06/10/10

Sarah, lately I've been doing the same thing... - Richard in Cincy - 11:44am on 06/10/10

Piggy Pudding [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 11:43am on 06/10/10

This sounds so interesting! Is the texture kinda like bread pudding? [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 3:56am on 06/11/10

Yeah, think dressing with meat in it. It's really good. :) [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 9:16am on 06/11/10

18348. Cathy Z, have you ever made your pickled eggs and beets - Dawn_MO - 7:30am on 06/09/10 (1)

No Dawn, haven't used Splenda- I would imagine it would work fine. - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:19am on 06/09/10

18349. Very Good - Bacon and Wild Mushroom Risotto with Baby Spinach [NT] [LINK] - lorijean - 11:52am on 06/09/10 (2)

This looks FANTASTIC! Making it next time I make a pork roast. Ought to bring 'em to their knees! - Steve2 in LA - 3:06pm on 06/09/10

Hmmmmm, Steve. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 4:51pm on 06/09/10

18350. Looks good: German Potato Salad [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:58pm on 06/09/10 (0)

18351. Wonderful article on the science of cake. [NT] [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:14pm on 06/09/10 (1)

I love stuff like that. Not to mention that raspberry sponge cake looks good too! [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:48am on 06/11/10

18352. NFRC Cautious Optimism - I found a job - DawnNYS - 9:06pm on 06/09/10 (16)

Cautious APPLAUSE!!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 9:24pm on 06/09/10
Happy for you. [NT] - Elenor - 9:25pm on 06/09/10
Yay!!! Give it all you've got, and who knows where it might lead? (((Hugs))) [NT] - Marianne - 9:25pm on 06/09/10
Good for you Dawn!! I've been looking hard - FloriSandy - 11:18pm on 06/09/10

Sandy, I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you too. Something will come up soon. [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 4:58am on 06/10/10

Thanks so much Sandi, - FloriSandy - 5:07pm on 06/10/10

Good news... it is a start [NT] - elaine - 1:09am on 06/10/10
Yay! At least if you're out there, you can network, and it could lead to better things... - Sandi in Hawaii - 4:57am on 06/10/10
Congrats, Dawn! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:23am on 06/10/10
Congrats! Now, the question is what to make for your celebratory dinner! [NT] - barb_b - 10:33am on 06/10/10
That's wonderful Dawn! You go girl :) [NT] - Barbara in VA - 11:17am on 06/10/10
yippee indeed! you never know where it might lead you. [NT] - AngAk - 1:14pm on 06/10/10
Yay! Everything has to start somewhere. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:22pm on 06/10/10

Thanks for the good wishes everyone. At least it's an air-conditioned office! [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:15pm on 06/10/10

Yay! Congratulations! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 9:12am on 06/13/10
Congrats, D !!! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:06pm on 06/13/10

18353. Speaking of MIA, where is rvb? Haven't seen Rick in awhile - hope he is OK! [NT] - PatBastrop - 9:28pm on 06/09/10 (11)

Charlie is missing also! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 9:29pm on 06/09/10

Just got a DM from Charlie. [NT] - Traca - 12:01am on 06/10/10

say hello from all of us. [NT] - AngAk - 1:14pm on 06/10/10
Oops! Wrong Charlie. DM from Charley. :) [NT] - Traca - 5:24pm on 06/10/10

Traca, I don't know charley from charlie but it's the MAN, Charlie who is a brunette with a brunette - Marsha tbay - 5:27pm on 06/10/10

Ah...nope. Not that one. Sorry for the confusion. [NT] - Traca - 10:39pm on 06/10/10

DM? [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:13pm on 06/10/10

I was thinking that the other day too. I hope he checks in soon. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:55pm on 06/10/10

Marg and/or marg in pa? [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:00pm on 06/11/10

Marg/cdn....I wrote her a PM wks ago but have not heard from her. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 12:30pm on 06/11/10

I also sent her a PM, no answer. I think of her often. Does anyone keep in touch with her? [NT] - Curious1 - 3:59pm on 06/11/10

18354. Lightly Creamed Asparagus Soup [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 7:06am on 06/10/10 (8)

Deb you read my mind! I was just thinking that I wanted to find an unloaded cream of asparagus soup - Barbara in VA - 11:23am on 06/10/10

So glad! I really don't think it needs the cream... - deb-in-MI - 12:14pm on 06/10/10

When I click on this link, it says that I'm not allowed to preview drafts...hmmmmm? [NT] - Marsha tbay - 5:26pm on 06/10/10

me too [NT] - Janet in NC - 5:56pm on 06/10/10

me 3. Any chance of printing it in a post -sounds great for a dinner I am planning. TIA [NT] - elaine - 12:04am on 06/11/10
So Sorry - fixed but recipe is now inside original post... [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:13am on 06/11/10

Is this it I am trying to do this [NT] [LINK] - carol whidbey Is - 2:06pm on 06/12/10

Yes - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:08pm on 06/12/10

18355. Lavender question: At the farmers market this morning one of the herb vendors had little packets of - Barbara in VA - 11:20am on 06/10/10 (2)

yes, the knowing the variety of lavender can be important(more) - daricem - 12:25pm on 06/10/10

2 kinds of lavender - English and French. Very different. - Traca - 2:55pm on 06/10/10

18356. Lime Caesar Salad I've made this dressing twice and really like it. A little lighter on the mayo [LINK] - Curious1 - 1:44pm on 06/10/10 (2)

This sounds excellent. Thanks for posting! [NT] - Meryl - 10:33pm on 06/10/10

You're welcome. For the record, I cut my romaine across in about 1/2 inch strips & make croutons. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:01pm on 06/11/10

18357. Help! Lotsa spinach from the CSA... any ideas/recipes that will use alot up? [NT] - Tess - 5:46pm on 06/10/10 (17)

Rec: Greek Rice is a fav for us... uses 6 cups. - Michael in Phoenix - 5:51pm on 06/10/10

Ooh, this sounds great - Thanks, Michael! [NT] - Meryl - 5:56pm on 06/10/10

Farfalle with Spinach and Garbanzo Beans [LINK] - Meryl - 5:57pm on 06/10/10
Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms - Meryl - 6:02pm on 06/10/10
Carrot Soup with Spinach Chiffonade [LINK] - Meryl - 6:04pm on 06/10/10
I make "lazy" Spanikopitas in those "pot pie" size foil tart tins. - Melissa Dallas - 6:05pm on 06/10/10
Chicken-and-Spinach Salad with Toasted-Sesame Dressing - From my to-try list: - Meryl - 6:15pm on 06/10/10
Baked Spinach and Korean Salad - Elenor - 8:03pm on 06/10/10

Rec: Lawry's Creamed Spinach - mistral - 12:00am on 06/11/10

Chop it up and freeze it in zip loc bags for futurse use, in soups and such. I love spinach. - Dawn_MO - 9:59pm on 06/10/10
stir it up with olive oil and garlic... - Richard in Cincy - 10:53pm on 06/10/10

add a couple of soft cooked eggs and some crusty bread---yummmmmm. [NT] - AngAk - 12:40pm on 06/11/10

My DIL puts a bowl of washed spinach out when they have spaghetti. they all pile some raw spinach - AngAk - 12:42pm on 06/11/10

Ang we do that too. It is such a great "bed" for pastas. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:10pm on 06/11/10

that was new to me, and such a simple colorful way to get some greens in. [NT] - AngAk - 5:28pm on 06/11/10

My favorite breakfast, Ang! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:23pm on 06/13/10

My Mom made creamed spinach with eggs and mashed potatoes for dinner. it's a German thing, I think. - AngAk - 1:06pm on 06/14/10

18358. A tragegy... - Richard in Cincy - 10:58pm on 06/10/10 (26)

Oh no, too bad :o( [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:11pm on 06/10/10
No, no, nooooooo! And I was so ready to enjoy them vicariously! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 11:50pm on 06/10/10
Are you sure you don't hate neighbors? [NT] - Joe - 2:02am on 06/11/10

I came home one day to find all my beautiful flowering chives in a bed in the front - Melissa Dallas - 7:52am on 06/11/10

the nerve of some people! [NT] - AngAk - 12:44pm on 06/11/10

I know! I don't believe they were just CARRYING a pair of shears. They had to go home and come - Melissa Dallas - 12:59pm on 06/11/10

Someone came and did the same thing to my meyer lemon tree -- I feel your pain! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:21am on 06/11/10
Oh...I am in agony for you! (((Richard))) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:15am on 06/11/10
That's just wrong!! ((So sorry!)) [NT] - barb_b - 7:33am on 06/11/10
That's why I can't grow tomatoes on mt patio. Squirrels take one bite out of each. [NT] - Janet in NC - 7:45am on 06/11/10
And it is that much worse because of all the anticipation waiting for them to ripen. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 7:51am on 06/11/10
Oh my gosh, that's horrible! This is the first year our Lychee is - woody - 8:10am on 06/11/10
Our tree is almost ready and now I am afraid to go look at it. - Dawn_MO - 8:27am on 06/11/10
Thanks all. At least I still have a tree full of tart pie cherries to keep picking. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 9:15am on 06/11/10
We have way toooooooooo many squirrels in our area. We will never have a pecan off our tree. - Marsha tbay - 11:04am on 06/11/10

I despise them for tearing up my house twice to get in my attic. They've cost me a fortune. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:03pm on 06/11/10

would motion sensor lights/sprinkler help with the squirrels? [NT] - AngAk - 12:45pm on 06/11/10
Do you need a recipe for Squirrels Stuffed with Cherries? (g) NT [NT] - MarkinHouston - 12:56pm on 06/11/10

Or to be on the safe side.Do you need a rec for Neighbors,stuffed with Squirrel with Cherry glaze :) [NT] - barb_b - 1:07pm on 06/11/10

LOL [NT] - AngAk - 5:29pm on 06/11/10

Here the birds get'm and they'd use shotguns to scare them away - MariaDNoCA - 3:45pm on 06/11/10

ala Steel Magnolias! [NT] - AngAk - 5:30pm on 06/11/10

My favorite scene!! LOVE it *g*... and the opening scene in the last Pirates of the Caribbean [NT] - cheezz - 7:43pm on 06/11/10

You have my sympathies..... - SallyBR - 6:32am on 06/12/10
Aw, man! What a disappointment. :( [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:43am on 06/12/10
I'm investing in nets for my newly planted fig trees. I really dislike squirrels. [NT] - Lana in FL - 1:05pm on 06/13/10

18359. CAn anyone suggest how I can find cold soups w/o going thru all the recipes? And also... - elaine - 12:09am on 06/11/10 (8)

At your service :) [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:11am on 06/11/10
And maybe search for SOUP, REFRIGERAT with the comma in there - DawnNYS - 11:51am on 06/11/10
Elaine, I can share some cold soup recipes, though they are not T&T by me [NT] - Marsha tbay - 12:32pm on 06/11/10
Love this Cucumber Cooler - Melissa Dallas - 1:01pm on 06/11/10
Cold Corn Soup....We just had this today; I've made it in previous years. - Marsha tbay - 1:27pm on 06/11/10
Thanks all - planning a dinner party. Dumb me I searched soup comma cold. [NT] - elaine - 10:44pm on 06/11/10

Doesn't seem dumb to me! ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:49am on 06/12/10

I have a bunch in one document on my other computer. I'll try to remember to collect and post. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:01pm on 06/12/10

18360. ISO Kinda thinking about having a luau party later on this summer... any ideas? (food and non-food)? - DawnNYS - 12:04pm on 06/11/10 (7)

Ooh, I just found some good ideas from LisainLA's post [NT] [LINK] - DawnNYS - 12:08pm on 06/11/10
Coconut cream pie! Roasted pork with apples. Macaroni salad..mmmmmm [NT] - cheezz - 7:45pm on 06/11/10
Link is to a hawaiian themed post. Might help with some ideas. [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 7:15am on 06/12/10
Here's my first search result for Kalua Pork. Looking further, you can find oven methods. [LINK] - Joe - 1:06am on 06/13/10

Thank you for the suggestions... this should be fun - will post a menu when I know it [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:43am on 06/13/10

Joe has a Tropical Pool Party menu in T&T with some good choices. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 1:10pm on 06/14/10

CathyZ and Sandi---we could use a good luau menu posting in T&T. many requests over the years. [NT] - AngAk - 1:37pm on 06/14/10

18361. Can I buy a clue? How do you embed photos in a message post here? Can't figure it out. [NT] - Traca - 12:20pm on 06/11/10 (2)

Click on the link for Lana's explanation... [NT] [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 2:45pm on 06/11/10

and Sandi, your own wonderfully detailed explanation in Kitchen Tips >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 7:46pm on 06/11/10

18362. ISO Richard in Cincy. Here are 3 prior threads of cherries. Hope you still have some left! - KC_ - 1:13pm on 06/11/10 (13)

Great! Thanks! - Richard in Cincy - 3:10pm on 06/11/10

I wonder how the orchards keep the critters away?? now I know why dried cherries cost so much $$$ [NT] - AngAk - 5:31pm on 06/11/10

When I grow tomatoes I always leave a few plants un-netted for the birds to devour. - Michael in Phoenix - 1:02pm on 06/12/10

Birds here just sit on the netting and peck at the fruit - they eat half of each one *sigh* [NT] - cheezz - 4:05pm on 06/12/10

I wonder what has changed? I grew up with fruit trees and a garden, I don't remember birds or - Curious1 - 4:44pm on 06/12/10

At least in Los Angeles the birds have no natural enemy... housecats are too lazy - cheezz - 8:23pm on 06/12/10
My observation is there are just a lot more animals... - Richard in Cincy - 10:10am on 06/14/10

If the animal rights people had to replace every lost crop, every broken window, etc. - cheezz - 10:33am on 06/14/10

and yes, I love animals dearly... but they are animals and each has their place [NT] - cheezz - 10:33am on 06/14/10

I agree whole-heartedly. - Richard in Cincy - 12:55pm on 06/14/10

Richard, you are so right. Here, we shouldn't have the hundreds of squirrels there are on major - Marsha tbay - 1:48pm on 06/14/10

Yes, we had cats and a dog. And I know what you mean about a deer sighting being special. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:39pm on 06/15/10

With mylar strips fluttering in the breeze here in No. CA [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 9:09pm on 06/16/10

18363. Traca, are they doing that Canning Across America thing again this summer?? [NT] - AngAk - 5:43pm on 06/11/10 (6)

Yep! Organizers have been meeting lately. I haven't been involved... [LINK] - Traca - 12:39pm on 06/12/10

I don't know, but was thinking about it again. rhubarb jam party. and all my friends can salmon. [NT] - AngAk - 1:13pm on 06/14/10

I've heard of canning salmon but have never tried it. Intrigued. [NT] - Traca - 6:52pm on 06/15/10

I just had some canned smoked salmon for lunch yesterday. we do lots of that, in jars, but - AngAk - 2:32pm on 06/16/10

Re: I just had some canned smoked salmon for lunch yesterday. we do lots of that, in jars, but - carol whidbey Is - 3:29pm on 06/16/10

I don't can mine, I just freeze it, but most of my friends do. I'll find out for you. It's in - AngAk - 12:01pm on 06/17/10

18364. ISO your favorite osso bucco recipe, please! I have a lamb neck in the freezer and - Heather_in_SF - 5:54pm on 06/11/10 (8)

I love this one.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 6:29am on 06/12/10

Sorry Sally, I didn't read your post. Do you use the gremolata? I've never tried it. [NT] - Janet in NC - 3:06pm on 06/12/10

I do, and think it really adds a lot to the dish, but I am a huge lemon fan.... :-) [NT] - SallyBR - 3:39pm on 06/12/10

Rec: Ossobuco by Sarah Leah Chase [LINK] - barb_b - 6:48am on 06/12/10
I love Marcella Hazan's recipe. Don't have time to enter it right now though. [NT] - Janet in NC - 7:18am on 06/12/10

That's the one I posted... my favorite too! [NT] - SallyBR - 7:21am on 06/12/10

This is similiar and utterly delicious. I seem to not have copied the source - my apologies. - elaine - 11:28am on 06/12/10

Thank you, everyone! I have printed them up and will thaw out that neck soon. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 9:18am on 06/13/10

18365. World Cup! - SallyBR - 6:48am on 06/12/10 (21)

meant to ask... - SallyBR - 6:49am on 06/12/10

Help me here... what sport is that? - Michael in Phoenix - 1:00pm on 06/12/10
Yep, watching right now. Should be a fun game. [NT] - orchid - 2:48pm on 06/12/10

But the horns drive me insane! [NT] - orchid - 3:00pm on 06/12/10

Go USA! The horns sound like a massive bee hive. AARRGG [NT] - PatBastrop - 6:33pm on 06/12/10

Eggsactly! [NT] - orchid - 11:13pm on 06/12/10

Extremely annoying..... - SallyBR - 6:36am on 06/13/10

It is interesting, though, how they blame the tie on the goalie --- - PatBastrop - 8:26am on 06/13/10

It think you've hit the nail on the head Pat, when it comes to Americans and futbol. It's very... - Michael in Phoenix - 9:52am on 06/13/10

I think it's only slow if you aren't familiar with it. - Lana in FL - 12:53pm on 06/13/10

Yes, most Americans don't know the game. If you live outside of - orchid - 1:08pm on 06/13/10

I think they alot of Americans don't like soccer because it never stops. . . - mistral - 1:11pm on 06/13/10

I don't think they blame the goalie... - SallyBR - 11:54am on 06/13/10

Sally, my husband has taken two weeks off to watch the games. - Lana in FL - 12:59pm on 06/13/10

LOL...that would send me over the top! I was just watching CNN and - orchid - 1:50pm on 06/13/10
My father is so worried about missing games that he almost cancelled his trip to visit me in Alaska. - AngAk - 1:17pm on 06/14/10
Isn't that craziness........vuvzelas...and the one on the bridge 'Nooit, ek se, snaaks, so snaaks!!' [NT] - joanietoo - 6:25pm on 06/14/10

The Brits meadia has ben perfectly horrid to the goalie Green...media huh! [NT] - joanietoo - 6:26pm on 06/14/10

I watched that replay a few times. I still don't understand how it got by him. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:46am on 06/16/10

Don't worry... he doesn't understand it either..... :-) [NT] - SallyBR - 10:21am on 06/16/10

Watching every match here also - MEXICO !!! [NT] - Sandra in New York - 9:50pm on 06/17/10

18366. 2 What do you do questions??? - SusanKentfieldCa - 2:56pm on 06/12/10 (9)

i that small a group, I'd eat a little of the fish and fill up on the side dishes(more) - daricem - 3:52pm on 06/12/10

Good call, daricem - just a bite or two to be polite. I wouldn't bring wine, though - - cheezz - 4:09pm on 06/12/10

Gah! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:30am on 06/13/10

Instead of wine, how about bringing some homemade chocolate truffles? (Or high quality store-bought) [NT] - Meryl - 5:10pm on 06/13/10
When my sister in law brings wine, even chilled wine, she always says, "Here's something for your - Sylvia - 5:36pm on 06/13/10

Precisely what I was going to say Sylvia. I use that line often. One can't go wrong - Pat-NoCal - 9:46pm on 06/13/10

I use that line as well and people always seem appreciative. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:24pm on 06/14/10

I agree - eat the side dishes, maybe no one will even notice, and if they do, - DawnNYS - 10:55am on 06/16/10
If I was entertaining only 4-8 people, I'd want to serve something - colleenmomof2 - 9:42am on 06/21/10

18367. all my canning entries were delivered today...AFTER the entry deadline I made (more) - daricem - 3:58pm on 06/12/10 (4)

Congratulations! Please let us know how it goes with the judging. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:51pm on 06/12/10
Just be sure to read Marilyn's gingerbread diary in Great Threads before you begin :) [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 8:26pm on 06/12/10
OH NO! you missed the deadline?? you have a positive attitude, fer sure. [NT] - AngAk - 1:22pm on 06/14/10

sorry, i phrased that incorrectly, made the deadline with the entires BUT(more) - daricem - 2:46pm on 06/15/10

18368. Saturday Six - DawnNYS - 1:24am on 06/13/10 (17)

Weekend Six - Heather_in_SF - 9:48am on 06/13/10

So glad to hear about another tour! Could turn into something big, fingers crossed! [NT] - orchid - 2:02pm on 06/13/10
Congrats to you too, Heather! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:16pm on 06/13/10
Yeah, good for you. Money is always nice ;o) But what is a slide deck? [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:53pm on 06/13/10
Yay! Fingers crossed... [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:01pm on 06/13/10
Yeah, congrats. Hot yes! Stayin' in w/air on. Dawn, slide deck = Powerpoint presentation... - MariaDNoCA - 1:58am on 06/14/10

Sunday Six - Dawn_MO - 2:15pm on 06/13/10

Yippee! And now the hormones go into overdrive. How does she - DawnNYS - 4:57pm on 06/13/10

She is great with it. - Dawn_MO - 2:16am on 06/14/10

Wow, just Wow. [NT] - AngAk - 1:31pm on 06/14/10

I know. And the hospital and staff were fantastic. - Dawn_MO - 10:34pm on 06/14/10

Weekend Six - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:10pm on 06/13/10

I share your love of hamburgers. Love 5 guys, too. As for the coffee cake, it could have been worse - Curious1 - 2:39pm on 06/14/10

Indeed. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:21pm on 06/14/10

How about a couple of chickens and several different chicken salads. [NT] - elaine - 11:18pm on 06/13/10

OOPS - the above should be under Dawn's post. [NT] - elaine - 11:19pm on 06/13/10

double oops. That is DawnNYS. Can you tell I haven't had coffee yet. [NT] - elaine - 11:23pm on 06/13/10

18369. A big thank you to Shaun in TO for the tip to put pizza on parchment right onto the stone. It's a [LINK] - Curious1 - 11:37am on 06/13/10 (3)

Whaaaaaaa! Didn't work for me at all! - colleenmomof2 - 6:00pm on 06/18/10

I'm so sorry, Colleen. Don't grease it, dust the parchment with cornmeal I had no sticking problem [NT] - Curious1 - 8:31pm on 06/18/10
What Curious said.... - SallyBR - 6:24pm on 06/19/10

18370. How do you think dark chocolate chunks would go in a basic recipe - DawnNYS - 12:56pm on 06/13/10 (4)

Hmm. I think the chocolate might overwhelm the mulberries. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:00pm on 06/13/10
How about using white chocolate... should be a nice pairing [NT] - cheezz - 5:43pm on 06/13/10

Thanks - I ended up leaving it out - but mashed the berries so the batter was pink [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:54pm on 06/14/10

Ooo--pretty. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:50pm on 06/16/10

18371. Recipe: Minestrone (Wonderful Results and loved by all) - GayR - 5:37pm on 06/13/10 (0)

18372. Rec: Baked Grouper with White Truffle Cream Sauce. This was great! [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 7:34pm on 06/13/10 (2)

Sounds decadent and looks gorgeous. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:39pm on 06/16/10

Why thank you Amanda. Yes, baked fish - FloriSandy - 8:03pm on 06/16/10

18373. ISO, favorite icing for pastry bag piping/decorating cakes - MariaDNoCA - 9:49am on 06/14/10 (4)

I've had good luck piping this original Red Velvet Cake Icing [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 10:52am on 06/14/10
Maria, if you want a chocolate one, Debbie in GA's blender frosting works great! [LINK] [IMAGE] - Sandi in Hawaii - 10:51am on 06/16/10
This link has a few buttercreams posted within, which would also work for piping on cakes. [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 11:01am on 06/16/10
Here's link to my favorite piping frosting. Have been using it for years [NT] [LINK] - wigs - 11:00am on 06/22/10

18374. REC: BBQ Deviled Eggs - yum! [NT] [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 10:20am on 06/14/10 (0)

18375. REC: Chewey Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies- posted by wildwoods [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 10:21am on 06/14/10 (1)

Ginger AND chocolate. Looks really good. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:40pm on 06/16/10

18376. rec: BLT Chicken Pasta Salad - just made this again to rave reviews, so thought I'd repost... - cheezz - 10:29am on 06/14/10 (2)

thanks cheezz. a good way to use up rotisserie chicken too. [NT] - AngAk - 1:24pm on 06/14/10
Made this for the second time. YUM - desertjean - 4:18pm on 06/24/10

18377. Fun rainbow cake I saw on MS today... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 3:28pm on 06/14/10 (1)

Really beautiful! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:42pm on 06/14/10

18378. Yo Heather! I was watching Rudy Maxa's visit to San Fran on TV and learned the [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 10:22pm on 06/14/10 (1)

Oh fun!! I love the bread here, as I'm munching some now. I hope to get back to - Heather_in_SF - 2:36pm on 06/19/10

18379. Lamb Shanks w/Sauerkraut -remember this? It's great, Tomorrow's dinner [NT] [LINK] - Nan - 12:31pm on 06/15/10 (1)

Ooh, love lamb shanks but not sauerkraut. - Lana in FL - 8:19pm on 06/17/10

18380. I was going through the Menus section--we have some awesome menus there! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:53pm on 06/16/10 (1)

It's good to get ideas from - especially for side dishes [NT] - cheezz - 12:51am on 06/23/10

18381. Sort-of food related: dining room set question - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:02pm on 06/16/10 (5)

Some antique store owners have a list of peope who restore antiques. I'd check there first. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 5:06pm on 06/16/10
If you like going to tag sales, auctions and antique shows then I would - Liz D - 5:25pm on 06/16/10
Well, here is my 2 cents...... - Janet in NC - 9:05pm on 06/16/10

and my 2 cents... - MariaDNoCA - 10:28pm on 06/16/10

Thanks, all! Always helps to have a sounding board. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:09pm on 06/18/10

18382. Yo, Meryl made your Pacific Rim Ceasar Salad tonight...wonderful! [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 9:12pm on 06/16/10 (4)

Yay! Glad you liked it, Michael! [NT] - Meryl - 11:45pm on 06/16/10
I've made it too and loved it, so that's 2 of us [NT] - lorijean - 8:52am on 06/17/10

that's at least 3 of you---is it in T&T? [NT] - AngAk - 12:06pm on 06/17/10

Now it is. :) [NT] - Meryl - 1:12pm on 06/17/10

18383. What was your favorite after-school (or anytime) between-mean snack when you were a kid? - DawnNYS - 10:47pm on 06/16/10 (24)

OMG - deja vu... I asked this same exact question last year! With my same three - DawnNYS - 10:54pm on 06/16/10
Graham crackers with milk. (doused in a bowl, not dipped.) [NT] - Joe - 12:09am on 06/17/10

Me too, but dipped! Also, Social Teas, Chocolate Snaps, Chips Ahoy, etc. [NT] - Meryl - 1:43am on 06/17/10

Grilled cheese sandwiches, instant ramen, microwave nachos with Kraft cheese slices... - Sandi in Hawaii - 2:10am on 06/17/10

big sigh----those were the days when we could drink milk! [NT] - AngAk - 12:13pm on 06/17/10

I know! Dang, I can't eat any of that stuff anymore!!! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 10:51pm on 06/17/10

Cucumber salad! Had one every day, and would get in trouble every day for having some of the - barb_b - 5:46am on 06/17/10

White bread w/ Mircle whip and tomato, lemon and salt - carol whidbey Is - 8:51am on 06/17/10

well, when I hover between "mean" and angelic, I think it had to be cookies and milk, or gruel. - AngAk - 12:11pm on 06/17/10
I suppose a shot of Jack with a beer chaser and a Marlboro wouldn't qualify? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 1:25pm on 06/17/10

How about a bourbon and ginger and a Viceroy??(that's what my mother smoked) [NT] - Janet in NC - 6:20pm on 06/17/10

Steve and Janet, I'm - FloriSandy - 7:04pm on 06/17/10

LOL! You're using us to work on your stand up routine right Steve? [NT] - orchid - 7:52pm on 06/17/10
I have NO idea what you're talking about. I wanna grow up to be a ballerina. ;>D [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:30am on 06/18/10

Awwww, and you'll do it SO well...;0) [NT] - orchid - 8:18am on 06/18/10

Peanut butter sandwich with Miracle Whip and Iceberg lettuce. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 4:03pm on 06/17/10

OMG!! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:27am on 06/19/10

LOL, I know! I still have a peanut butter and bread and butter pickle sandwich - Dawn_MO - 4:06pm on 06/21/10

Oreos and milk in winter, cucumber sandwiches on white with butter in summer. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:30pm on 06/17/10

Ooh, I forgot about Oreos! Except I I only liked the chocolate part, so I would scrape out the - Meryl - 7:33pm on 06/17/10

I only liked the vanilla filling, so we would'a made a good pair! [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:13pm on 06/17/10

Ha! What a team! [NT] - Meryl - 11:02pm on 06/17/10

My mom mostly told us to eat a piece of fruit, or we made cookies-both my folks - Melissa Dallas - 8:55pm on 06/17/10
Omlette with Velveta or a tall glass of milk w/ Mrs. Butterworth syrup stirred in. [NT] - Traca - 3:06pm on 06/19/10

18384. Wow, quiet day here today/yesterday. I was actually kind of worried that there was something - Dawn_MO - 11:32pm on 06/16/10 (3)

I kept checking too. Thought it wasn't refreshing properly or something! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 2:13am on 06/17/10
printed! we have cool rainy weather right now and this sounds perfect. [NT] - AngAk - 12:15pm on 06/17/10
Yeah, it's been deadsville here. Thanks for posting this! [NT] - Meryl - 7:19pm on 06/17/10

18385. No recipe really - just pears, blue cheese and honey as an appetizer [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 8:46am on 06/17/10 (4)

lovely! [NT] - AngAk - 12:16pm on 06/17/10
This really does sound lovely! Thanks for posting! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 10:52pm on 06/17/10
Apricot Cheese Ball appetizer - Marsha tbay - 9:32am on 06/18/10

yum! this would be lovely on bagels or on datenut bread. [NT] - AngAk - 1:32pm on 06/18/10

18386. REC: Tequila Lime Marinade-reposting this great grilled Tri-Tip recipe. - Luisa_Calif - 11:46am on 06/17/10 (5)

Thanks for this Luisa! I've been wanting to make flank steak fajitas and when I do, will use this [NT] - FloriSandy - 9:00pm on 06/17/10

BTW I double the tequila...and I don't drink alcohol. but I love cooking w/ it ! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:34pm on 06/18/10

Point taken (hic!). Oh my, you just reminded me of - FloriSandy - 9:08pm on 06/19/10

Good thing you weren't flying the plane... [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:47pm on 06/21/10

That's for sure! LOL! [NT] - FloriSandy - 7:05pm on 06/24/10

18387. T&T Recipes by Country - Meryl - 2:16pm on 06/17/10 (60)

Vietnamese Coffee Ice Cream - Meryl - 2:16pm on 06/17/10

Costa Rican Rice and Beans (Gallo Pinto) - Meryl - 2:18pm on 06/17/10

Mexican Hot Chocolate - Meryl - 2:19pm on 06/17/10

Thai-Style Pasta Salad [LINK] - Meryl - 2:22pm on 06/17/10

Thai Cucumber Salad (also in T&T) - Meryl - 2:24pm on 06/17/10

Just made this again tonight - love it! [NT] - Meryl - 7:15pm on 06/18/10

Sicilian Chocolate Gelato [LINK] - Meryl - 2:26pm on 06/17/10
Doesn't anyone else have any recipes to post by country???? Come on, guys! [NT] - Meryl - 7:02pm on 06/17/10
Rec: Kebab Kubideh (a Persian kebab) See new link for recipe at Image Link [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 7:22pm on 06/17/10

Rec: Persian Rice Pilaf with Saffron and Pomegranates. See new link at Image Link. Drats, [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 7:28pm on 06/17/10

Yay, Sandy! [NT] - Meryl - 7:38pm on 06/17/10
Here's an updated link to the above: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:42pm on 06/17/10

Thanks Meryl but I have it under IMAGE link. I better go back to watching TV or I'll - FloriSandy - 7:55pm on 06/17/10

Rec: Chinese Barbecued Pork with Garlic Sauce. I've made this a few times [LINK] - FloriSandy - 7:40pm on 06/17/10

It says 'cool pork completely'. Do you eat this at room temperature? [NT] - Lana in FL - 8:21pm on 06/17/10

Frankly, I don't remember cooling it completely Lana. I remember eating it when it was warm, as in - FloriSandy - 8:50pm on 06/17/10

I think it would taste nicer warm. I must try this some time - thanks! [NT] - Lana in FL - 12:33pm on 06/18/10

This sounds delicious! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 8:16am on 06/18/10

Rec: Chicken Dopiaja (Indian Curry) [NT] [LINK] - FloriSandy - 7:51pm on 06/17/10
Ethiopian Greens with Spiced Cheese - Melissa Dallas - 8:57pm on 06/17/10
MOROCCAN SWEET POTATO STEW....I plan on making this tomorrow, - Marsha tbay - 9:34pm on 06/17/10

Sounds great. I'm always looking for spicy (read: not glopped w. sugar) recipes for Sweet Potatoes [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 9:09am on 06/18/10

Ropa Vieja ala Cuba - Marsha tbay - 9:40pm on 06/17/10

I love adding to my slow cooker file! thanks! [NT] - Lana in FL - 12:36pm on 06/18/10

Rec: Flounder � la Proven�ale. From guess where?? [NT] [LINK] - FloriSandy - 9:52pm on 06/17/10

Oh Sandy, I loved the term "float fry"... - Richard in Cincy - 8:54am on 06/18/10

Glad you got a kick out of that. Moi made it up -hee-hee [NT] - FloriSandy - 7:08pm on 06/18/10

'Moi' is so clever. [NT] - Curious1 - 8:33pm on 06/18/10

REC: General Sri Wasano's Indonesian Rice Salad [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 9:17am on 06/18/10
REC: Tukpa: Tibetan Monastery Noodle Soup. [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 9:20am on 06/18/10
REC: Viennese Champagne Sauerkraut "Sektkraut" [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 9:24am on 06/18/10
Rec: German Sauerbraten [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 9:34am on 06/18/10

Rec: German Braised Red Cabbage [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 9:37am on 06/18/10
Rec: German Potato Dumplings [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 9:38am on 06/18/10

REC: Austrian Marzipan Stuffed Roasted Apple Cake "Marzipan-Bratapfelkuchen" [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 9:44am on 06/18/10
REC: Austrian Mozarttorte [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 9:46am on 06/18/10

REC: French Scallops in Saffron Cream "Coquilles St. Jacques au Safran avec Truf�e " [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 9:53am on 06/18/10

REC: New York CIty Style Italian Sunday Dinner [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 9:56am on 06/18/10
REC: Old Kentucky Recipes (it's another country, isn't it? : ) [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 9:57am on 06/18/10

REC: Russian Salmon Kulebyaka Pie [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 9:59am on 06/18/10
I loved that post! [NT] - AngAk - 1:33pm on 06/18/10
LOL. We can do recipes by state for this one! [NT] - Meryl - 2:41pm on 06/18/10
Ha, if you watched Justified on FX, it sure seemed like it. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:19pm on 06/18/10

REC: Richard's Asian Cilantro Noodles [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 10:01am on 06/18/10
Brazilian Moqueca..... delish! [LINK] - SallyBR - 10:30am on 06/18/10

Sally, this sounds great! I can't use a lot of salt, so I'll have to omit the brining, but the rest [LINK] - Meryl - 2:38pm on 06/18/10

I made this. It was delicious. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:20pm on 06/18/10
Thanks.... I should have done that.... - SallyBR - 12:53pm on 06/19/10

You actually still can...just open your post back up, hit the edit button, and proceed - Pat-NoCal - 4:04pm on 06/20/10

Thanks.... done! [NT] - SallyBR - 7:11am on 06/21/10

Indonesian Nasi Goreng [LINK] - Lana in FL - 12:47pm on 06/18/10
REC: Zurich Goulash - Curious1 - 4:34pm on 06/18/10
Cuban Shrimp Stew - Meryl - 5:34pm on 06/18/10

Chocolate Gelato (Italy) [LINK] - Meryl - 5:39pm on 06/18/10

Salade de Concombres et Chevre (Cucumber and Goat Cheese Salad) - Meryl - 5:42pm on 06/18/10

STEAMED CHICKEN WITH LEMON & SALTED BLACK BEANS - AGM_Cape_Cod - 8:20am on 06/19/10

BON BON CHICKEN - AGM_Cape_Cod - 8:20am on 06/19/10

FIVE FLAVOR MUSSELS - AGM_Cape_Cod - 8:26am on 06/19/10

Loved this thread! Should be saved for..... forever :-) [NT] - SallyBR - 12:55pm on 06/19/10

Good idea! I'll save it in "Great Threads." [NT] - Meryl - 3:07pm on 06/19/10

18388. Is anyone out there? This place is dead!!! [NT] - Meryl - 3:29pm on 06/17/10 (33)

Yes, not much action, lots of people missing. I've missed you late at night, you used to always be - Marsha tbay - 4:40pm on 06/17/10

Thanks, Marsha. I'm getting real discouraged here -very little contributions or feedback. I PM'd you [NT] - Meryl - 7:10pm on 06/17/10
Meryl, my guess is that it is the time of year when parents have tons of school - KarenNoCA - 7:21pm on 06/17/10

Yeah, that makes sense. I wish *I* could hang out outside, but it's been in the 90's here with - Meryl - 7:31pm on 06/17/10

Here too, but I am pleased as we have had a really mild summer so far, and a very long spring - KarenNoCA - 7:34pm on 06/17/10

I'm in Greensboro, NC. It's so freaking hot - the worst summer I can remember (I've been here 5 yrs) [NT] - Meryl - 7:37pm on 06/17/10
Oh, and for FWIW, I have actually lost interest in cooking. Must be the weather - KarenNoCA - 7:41pm on 06/17/10

You must have humidity, as well. the 90's here are welcomed - KarenNoCA - 7:43pm on 06/17/10

Definitely ultra humid here with lots ot heavy duty thunderstorms w/ lots of thunder & lightening, - Meryl - 7:46pm on 06/17/10

Yes, this is what I've been saying! - MariaDNoCA - 12:46am on 06/18/10

I do a lot of that virtual feasting with you all too. I have a sirloin marinating for tomorrow on - AngAk - 1:37pm on 06/18/10

Ang, could you post your rhubarb jam recipe? - Dawn_MO - 2:15pm on 06/18/10

I make the one with crushed pineapple and jello. not really a "pure" jam, but good. - AngAk - 7:28pm on 06/18/10

I've been swamped planning another garden event. I get my life back on Monday [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 10:13am on 06/18/10

"valet bicycle parking"---how fancy!! [NT] - AngAk - 1:38pm on 06/18/10
Really neat! Look forward to hearing how it went! I love the pictures of the kids! did the weather - barb_b - 7:27am on 06/20/10

Thanks, Barb and Ang, it was a beautiful day. Here is a link to some local coverage [LINK] - Joe - 4:50pm on 06/20/10

Nicely done!! I like the hat! What a wonderful job you are doing! Very impressive! [NT] - barb_b - 5:35pm on 06/20/10

One must dress one's best when taking people's money. [NT] - Joe - 11:49pm on 06/20/10

Nice job Joe. What a wonderful thing you're doing for your community. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:33am on 06/21/10

OK Joe, here's the skinny. I showed - orchid - 7:45pm on 06/20/10

Orchid, the waiting list is at least a year, so you have a little time. ;-) - Joe - 11:48pm on 06/20/10

Seriously? The wait is one year!! I am so happy that families want to garden and make food from - barb_b - 9:16am on 06/21/10

That particular garden is in a densely built area where people are more likely to have appartments - Joe - 9:33am on 06/21/10
Same here Barb, the wait for a local tiny community garden plot is now 3 years. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:28am on 06/21/10

OK, so that was all in fun but can we talk bugs? We have just about - orchid - 9:41pm on 06/21/10

Orchid, a friend of mine in Florida says he only gardens in winter because of the bugs [LINK] - Joe - 11:39am on 06/22/10

I'm sending it right up! That's my buddy Paul's catering company--he's an amazing cook, [LINK] - Joe - 11:48am on 06/22/10

Oops, this was for Ang. [NT] - Joe - 11:49am on 06/22/10
that sounds amazing indeed!! [NT] - AngAk - 12:57pm on 06/22/10

What a great response Joe and I so appreciate it. I'm stretched and - orchid - 5:37pm on 06/23/10

You're very welcome. - Joe - 5:52pm on 06/23/10

Loved the pictures! what a fine place. and I'd like one of those pineapple agua frescas, please. [NT] - AngAk - 1:18pm on 06/21/10

18389. Fresh strawberry pie and crispy cookie crust.... details inside :) Thanks Cheez, Marsha Tbay - MoNJ - 4:20pm on 06/17/10 (4)

I'm thrilled you liked the crust. It's never failed and it was created by a pastry chef. I love it [NT] - Marsha tbay - 4:42pm on 06/17/10

both of the crust recipes at the link are good "no-fails" to have. thanks! [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 1:46pm on 06/18/10

Sounds perfect for fruit tarts, now that that season is upon us. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 9:06am on 06/18/10
Thanks Mo! It's DH's favorite dessert [NT] - cheezz - 12:55am on 06/23/10

18390. Too hot to cook so my husband has grill duty. Grilled tilapia with mango salsa was FABULOUS! [LINK] - Lana in FL - 8:17pm on 06/17/10 (8)

I don't care for tilapia, but this sounds great. Wish I could get some good mangoes here - I'd use - Meryl - 8:32pm on 06/17/10
Lana, use your gas grill as the oven. It's really the same if you can - orchid - 7:51am on 06/18/10

What a good idea! But if I learn to use the gas grill, will my husband still cook for me? [NT] - Lana in FL - 12:49pm on 06/18/10

LOL! [NT] - AngAk - 1:51pm on 06/18/10
I can tell you right now, no! - Dawn_MO - 2:13pm on 06/18/10

Mm, don't really want to go there :( [NT] - Lana in FL - 2:42pm on 06/18/10
Hahah, it's because you're such a good cook! [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:41pm on 06/19/10

:) [NT] - Dawn_MO - 4:12pm on 06/21/10

18391. Sounds good: Green Bean, Olive and Pinenut Salad [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:29pm on 06/17/10 (4)

This is very pretty - I'm so weird though. For the most part I can't stand - Melissa Dallas - 11:20am on 06/18/10

confession Friday---I like the beans soft too. unless they are pickled. or stir fried. [NT] - AngAk - 1:52pm on 06/18/10
I love Southern style green beans and make them often. I make the other way if young and tender. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:47pm on 06/18/10

I believe I have all the ingredients! Great! [NT] - Lana in FL - 12:56pm on 06/18/10

18392. I miss my Granny-smile when I think of her love for Dairy Queen frozen custard - Melissa Dallas - 9:04pm on 06/17/10 (11)

She sounds amazing! [NT] - Meryl - 9:33pm on 06/17/10
You made me teary for childhood memories. Love your grams and your memories.! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 10:32pm on 06/17/10
Wonderful memories - Richard in Cincy - 8:59am on 06/18/10

I adored both of my grandmothers and they were SO different. - Melissa Dallas - 11:04am on 06/18/10

great memories. We would spend the night with Oma and have lunch at the Woolworth counter. - AngAk - 1:56pm on 06/18/10
Serendipity - it was my gran's birthday a few days ago, so I have been thinking about her. - Lana in FL - 2:41pm on 06/18/10

Grandma's and chocolate. It's why we love chocolate. - Richard in Cincy - 3:49pm on 06/19/10

I absolutely adore non-pareils. They seem to be getting harder to find. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:52pm on 06/20/10

If you can find the bigger ones, they make the prettiest topping to brownie bites made in minimuffin - AngAk - 1:22pm on 06/21/10

great idea, Ang. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:57pm on 06/21/10

My Oma would make chocolate chip cookies and add Nestle Quik to the dough, cuz maybe there wouldn't - AngAk - 1:20pm on 06/21/10

18393. I'm so excited! Received a cake photo printer - desertjean - 12:02am on 06/18/10 (4)

Wow - congrats, you'll have to post some pictures when you make something! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:53am on 06/18/10
How cool is that?? I'd love to see your handiwork as well! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 2:51am on 06/18/10
wow---you could have a home business now. [NT] - AngAk - 1:58pm on 06/18/10
Thanks! I'm really excited to play with it. Even have my first request! [NT] - desertjean - 7:40pm on 06/19/10

18394. Delicious Chicken Dinner [LINK] - MichelleInIL - 7:17am on 06/18/10 (3)

Michelle, is that your blog? - Dawn_MO - 8:04am on 06/18/10

No it is not my blog but one of my favorites!!! [NT] - MichelleInIL - 8:14am on 06/18/10

nice menu and blog. thanks for the link. [NT] - AngAk - 2:02pm on 06/18/10

18395. Bobby Flay's Salmon Buffet - Looks Awesome!! - MichelleInIL - 7:47am on 06/18/10 (4)

Nice! I am definitely trying the grilled pineapple this summer. I added the link. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 2:06pm on 06/18/10
That salmon looks great! Definitely going to make that. [NT] - Traca - 3:07pm on 06/19/10

Made the salmon yesterday. Delish! Thanks MichelleInIL (Waving hi! I'm originally from Peoria.) [NT] - Traca - 11:23am on 06/23/10

Hi to you too! Thanks for the heads up!! - MichelleInIL - 6:23pm on 06/30/10

18396. Creamy Hawaiian Salad - Marsha tbay - 9:41am on 06/18/10 (1)

oh this sounds nice and refreshing. thanks. [NT] - AngAk - 2:03pm on 06/18/10

18397. ISO a lower sugar frosting to frost a 2 layer strawberry cake - MoNJ - 1:20pm on 06/18/10 (2)

A meringue buttercream only uses 1 cup of sugar (rec inside) - Sandi in Hawaii - 2:11pm on 06/18/10

Ah, I forgot about this one, from the party cake! :) thanks so much!! [NT] - MoNJ - 2:23pm on 06/18/10

18398. So excited--my dad brought me a box of date squares from Quebec! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:14pm on 06/18/10 (2)

Amanda, yum! Savour each delicious bite. Bon appetit! [NT] - Sylvia - 5:41pm on 06/18/10
what a nice surprise. enjoy! [NT] - AngAk - 7:12pm on 06/18/10

18399. Rec: Black Bean and Mango Salsa - barb_b - 4:45pm on 06/18/10 (12)

oh, this sounds fantastic! great idea to serve with chips. [NT] - AngAk - 7:14pm on 06/18/10

Hope you enjoy it! It is very refreshing on a warm day. Also appreciate not having a mayo based - barb_b - 7:13am on 06/20/10

Where in the world are y'all finding good mangoes? I haven't found one in years. [NT] - Meryl - 7:22pm on 06/18/10

Meryl, is Publix in NC yet? That's where I've been getting mine, delicious! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 7:44pm on 06/18/10

Marsha, no there's no Publix here - Harris Teeter is the main supermarket. You must be getting local - Meryl - 7:48pm on 06/18/10

Meryl, I just heard...if you have an Indian market near you, they sell them by the case at less $ [NT] - Marsha tbay - 8:09pm on 06/18/10

This city doesn't offer much in the way of ethnic food markets, but there may be one somewhere. I'll - Meryl - 9:45pm on 06/18/10

Do you have a Bi-Lo? I know they were 89 cents each last week there. [NT] - orchid - 6:26pm on 06/20/10

I could not find any. I ended up subbing with Pineapple. It was rather tasty. [NT] - barb_b - 7:14am on 06/20/10

I do this kind of salsa all the time and like you I use whatever fruit is - orchid - 6:47pm on 06/20/10

I find the frozen mango chunks good? Also peaches are great in salsa? [NT] - Nan - 10:20am on 06/20/10

Thanks, Nan, but I haven't found any good frozen ones here either - will keep looking. [NT] - Meryl - 6:32pm on 06/20/10

18400. FRC - Is cr�me br�l�e custard merely a vehicle to deliver the caramelized crust? - colleenmomof2 - 5:55pm on 06/18/10 (3)

I agree with sometimes lackluster "creme". The best bruleed dish i had was a rice pudding - AngAk - 7:15pm on 06/18/10
Creme brulee is a default dessert, and usually a good indicator the resto doesn't have a pastry chef [NT] - Traca - 3:04pm on 06/19/10

Best creme brulee I've ever had is the butterscotch brulee from the Herbfarm. Recipe in the archives [NT] - Traca - 3:05pm on 06/19/10

18401. NFRC Sorry, must rant again - DawnNYS - 6:12pm on 06/18/10 (16)

I believe it's a sign of the times. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 7:46pm on 06/18/10
I agree, this is not the first time I've heard of this behavior with food demonstrators lately [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:49pm on 06/18/10

I know someone who is one and it's horrible anymore what they go through. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 8:35pm on 06/18/10

What do they go through? [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:19pm on 06/18/10

Didn't mean that to sound snippy, myself!! I mean, what procedures do they have to do more - DawnNYS - 10:24pm on 06/18/10
See inside - Marsha tbay - 10:18am on 06/19/10

I could see how that would be frustrating! - DawnNYS - 12:39pm on 06/19/10

Dawn, there are no stupid questions, and you were perfectly justified. She was way out of line. Next - Meryl - 8:04pm on 06/18/10

I had no idea that food demonstrators went through all of that. - KarenNoCA - 7:51pm on 06/19/10

I'm glad I had the opportunity to share this. The 90 year old is my husband's cousin - Marsha tbay - 9:00pm on 06/19/10

Ummm...I see it a bit different than you as a "food server" at - orchid - 9:02pm on 06/19/10

I see your point, but you were dealing with a rude customer - Obviously it works both ways - - Meryl - 9:47pm on 06/19/10
Orchid, I'm talking servers who work for other corporations, not Publix. They work hard also! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 9:48pm on 06/19/10

I had a different experience at our local Cosco. They were sampling a few of their - barb_b - 7:10am on 06/20/10
I had just the opposite experience at Winn-Dixie yesterday, lady was close to the front of the - Curious1 - 10:25am on 06/20/10
What gets to me are checkers who visit with their friends -- friend being - BobbiJoAZ - 11:13am on 06/20/10

18402. Avner Laskin Recipe - Roasted Snapper with Tomatoes - I made this last week and again today...It is [LINK] - GayR - 6:49pm on 06/18/10 (5)

Looks yummy Gay! I love red snapper and have the smoked pimenton. Saved for future. [NT] - FloriSandy - 7:00pm on 06/18/10
FloriSandy, I hope you enjoy the recipe as much as we do....enjoy! [NT] - GayR - 7:15pm on 06/18/10
This sounds great - thanks, Gay! [NT] - Meryl - 7:23pm on 06/18/10

Enjoy, Meryl [NT] - GayR - 7:36pm on 06/18/10

Yum! Thanks, Gay [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:03am on 06/19/10

18403. Yo Sandy - another eggcentric sister: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:45pm on 06/18/10 (18)

The sight of this recipe is eggshilarating!!! Please excuse the� [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 9:47pm on 06/18/10

Maybe she lives in Eggxeter? [NT] - Meryl - 10:22pm on 06/18/10
Ah - I found one - It should be "eggxcuse!" [NT] - Meryl - 3:30pm on 06/19/10

I'm mortified! Please don't eggsile me!! [NT] - FloriSandy - 5:45pm on 06/19/10

Okay, but one more slip, and you're an eggx-eggy. [NT] - Meryl - 6:05pm on 06/19/10

Right now, I'm eggxtending your membership. [NT] - Meryl - 6:06pm on 06/19/10

You're so sweet and kind Meryl. Thank you! Ah, I can eggshale now.... [NT] - FloriSandy - 8:49pm on 06/19/10

Yes, you can, you're temporarily eggxonerated. Now you can eggxtinguish your cigarette. [NT] - Meryl - 9:42pm on 06/19/10

Otherwise, the eggxrays won't look good. [NT] - Meryl - 9:42pm on 06/19/10

How did you know I smoke? I really should quit. The price of cigarettes are eggsorbitant! - FloriSandy - 10:51pm on 06/19/10

Actually, I have eggxray vision! By the way, you're in eggcellent health! [NT] - Meryl - 11:09pm on 06/19/10

Another excellent way to make egg salad is to grate the eggs by hand. The consistency - elaine - 10:46pm on 06/18/10

You mean "eggcellent," not excellent! [NT] - Meryl - 10:49pm on 06/18/10

You "beat" me to it Meryl. We must strive to be gastronomeggly correct when describing our - FloriSandy - 11:30pm on 06/18/10

Ha! Great ones, Sandy, especially "gastronomeggly!!!!" [NT] - Meryl - 11:53pm on 06/18/10

Or rather, "eggspecially." [NT] - Meryl - 11:57pm on 06/18/10

Oh Meryl, you really [LINK] - FloriSandy - 12:13am on 06/19/10

You're eggxtremely nuts! [NT] - Meryl - 3:12pm on 06/19/10

18404. My burr grinder just biffed it. Any new thoughts on what's good, better, best? TIA!! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 12:55pm on 06/19/10 (3)

Glennis I always swear by the Krup grinders. Sturdy. Dependable. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:43pm on 06/19/10

Any problem with the grounds becoming airborn after grinding? - Glennis_NoCA - 12:02pm on 06/20/10

I really like the KitchenAid KPCG100OB Pro Line Burr Coffee Mill. [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 9:30pm on 06/19/10

18405. For Publix shoppers... [LINK] - Curious1 - 1:29pm on 06/19/10 (17)

Thank you! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 1:33pm on 06/19/10

You're welcome, too good not to share. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:08pm on 06/19/10

Rec: Meme's Blackberry Cobbler from 'Bon Appetit, Y'all' that Traca mentioned [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:04pm on 06/19/10

Funny, I'm reading that book right now (again!). Made the Salmon Croquettes and the - Traca - 2:49pm on 06/19/10

I like the Chicken Saltimbocca from that book but I use Spec from Costco instead of the country ham. [NT] - Janet in NC - 3:47pm on 06/19/10
Traca, I would love the salmon croquettes recipe. TIA [NT] - elaine - 10:46pm on 06/19/10

This one has a cake topping, but it's delicous. I made it last night with blackberries & peaches. I [LINK] - Curious1 - 9:40am on 06/27/10

And don't forget the Raspberry Buttermilk Cake from Gourmet, also delicous with blackberries. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:08pm on 06/19/10
Thanks Curious! I just came back with my free blueberries and..... - FloriSandy - 5:35pm on 06/19/10

Wow - you guys are lucky. I'm paying $2.99 for a pint (local), and they're not even good. [NT] - Meryl - 5:38pm on 06/19/10
But, but...I didn't tell you to buy ice cream! Did you see Ben & Jerry's is BOGO? [NT] - Curious1 - 12:10pm on 06/20/10

"Everything but the..." and "New York Super Fudge Chunk" oh, my. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 4:17pm on 06/20/10
No you didn't tell me to buy ice cream. I'm from Philly, how can I not buy the best ice cream there - FloriSandy - 5:11pm on 06/20/10

I thought Ben & Jerry's started in Vermont. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 7:36pm on 06/20/10

Thank you, Curious!! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 9:23pm on 06/19/10

:-) [NT] - Curious1 - 12:09pm on 06/20/10

Just came home with my blackberries for $1.00! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 4:12pm on 06/20/10

18406. Cookbook recommendation: The Newlywed Kitchen. Not a newlywed but the recipes in here are fab! - Traca - 2:55pm on 06/19/10 (1)

great idea for a wedding shower gift--with a casserole dish or towels or something. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 1:40pm on 06/21/10

18407. ISO: Gardners, trying to identify a plant... - Richard in Cincy - 4:04pm on 06/19/10 (9)

Maybe it is Brunnera [LINK] - Miss Lola - 6:16pm on 06/19/10

Miss Lola, thank you... - Richard in Cincy - 6:48pm on 06/19/10

Richard, are the leaves: (more) [LINK] - mistral - 10:38pm on 06/19/10

the leaves are similar to a fernleaf bleeding heart, small and fringed - Richard in Cincy - 12:07pm on 06/21/10

Bonnie, I think this may be it. - Richard in Cincy - 12:08pm on 06/21/10

Try this link - my husband is a landscape architect and we use it [LINK] - Music City Missy - 12:00am on 06/20/10

Wow, love this site. Thanks Missy! [NT] - Curious1 - 1:16pm on 06/20/10

possibly corydalis flexuosa? [LINK] - BonnieinHolland - 12:12am on 06/20/10
Can you post a picture? Sounds pretty, and a picture is worth... well, you know ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:41am on 06/20/10

18408. Good News/Bad News - Melissa Dallas - 6:40pm on 06/19/10 (6)

Do you have an Italian neighborhood where you are? Try a liquor store there. [NT] - Janet in NC - 9:05pm on 06/19/10

No Italian neighborhoods. One good Italian market, but they only - Melissa Dallas - 11:25pm on 06/19/10

Melissa thanks for the OXO cherry pitter tip. I have black fingernails from pitting by hand! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 10:24am on 06/20/10

To remove black fruit stains from your hands, cut a lemon in half, and grind your fingers into the - Marianne - 11:11am on 06/20/10

Thanks Marianne! I scrubbed them forever in the shower this morning and they are a bit better.. - Barbara in VA - 7:04pm on 06/20/10

You are quite welcome! [NT] - Marianne - 8:53am on 06/21/10

18409. At the risk of channeling Heloise... - Melissa Dallas - 6:43pm on 06/19/10 (5)

I will try this! Thanks for the tip Heloise, umm, I mean Melisssa! [NT] - barb_b - 6:36am on 06/20/10
Great to know it works on dog slobber....I will try this!!! [NT] - lizzy - 9:39am on 06/20/10
Thanks so much, my dishwasher is broken so getting grease - Dawn_MO - 7:06am on 06/21/10
I have vinegar plus water in an old spray bottle by the sink - colleenmomof2 - 8:41am on 06/21/10

Me too. Helps with hard water deposits on the faucet bases too. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 11:26am on 06/21/10

18410. To check out: Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:04pm on 06/19/10 (8)

I've wanted something sweet all night. Wish I had one now. They look delicious [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:37pm on 06/19/10
How gorgeous! Simple but so delicious looking. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:04am on 06/20/10
It's a great site - thanks for posting. Love Italian food!! [NT] - elaine - 7:10am on 06/20/10

yes, lovely blog. put into my favorites. the roasted veggie lasagna---yummmm. [NT] - AngAk - 2:04pm on 06/21/10

Nice and not-too-sweet, no-bake dessert! [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:09am on 06/20/10
Love the site, great pasta making tips. Thanks! I'm adding it to my long list of blogs to follow. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:08pm on 06/20/10
Gorgeous site - thank you for sharing [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:08pm on 06/20/10
You're welcome, all! [NT] - Meryl - 6:11pm on 06/20/10

18411. Happy Father's Day, Dad, Daddy, Pa, Pop, Old Man! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 8:20am on 06/20/10 (3)

Thank you. The cardmakers-in-residence here have made me feel very special. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:35pm on 06/20/10

Homemade cards are the BEST!! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 4:10pm on 06/20/10

Ja Voll! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:35am on 06/21/10

18412. Spice & Herb Information - [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:33am on 06/20/10 (2)

Excellent basic information. Thanks, Gay! (did I know that onions and garlic are spices?) [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 1:20pm on 06/20/10

My pleasure, Michael. [NT] - GayR - 6:40pm on 06/20/10

18413. Weekend Six - DawnNYS - 9:05am on 06/20/10 (7)

Weekend Six - Barbara in VA - 10:19am on 06/20/10

Rec: Apricot Crisp...This recipe came from Dawn, NYS. It's easy and I love it. - Curious1 - 12:06pm on 06/20/10

Thanks Curious, I need to get more apricots this week so I can try this one-- - Barbara in VA - 7:08pm on 06/20/10

so sorry about your layoff Dawn. my weekend six - AngAk - 2:26pm on 06/21/10

Oh man, how I'd luv to join you for some fishing! Question about your packets - Pat-NoCal - 2:39pm on 06/21/10

I put it all together and worried a bit about the mushrooms and beans, but they were wonderful. - AngAk - 3:01pm on 06/21/10

Sounds good, Ang. Going camping this weekend and will give it a try. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:17pm on 06/21/10

18414. Am thinking of making SallyBR oven fried chicken it seems like - carol whidbey Is - 9:08am on 06/20/10 (3)

No, it come out fall off the bone tender, even the white meat. It is delicious. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:36am on 06/20/10

I hope your party today went well, did you make it in under budget? Did you escape the storms and - Curious1 - 11:34am on 06/20/10

I was at the Farmer's Market (yay) and luckily a couple strolling through - Dawn_MO - 3:11pm on 06/21/10

18415. I'm thinking about making a fruit pizza for a lunch later this week and - DawnNYS - 11:12am on 06/20/10 (7)

not Dawn, but I was thinking of making one too, and using Marsha's no-fail crust [LINK] - AngAk - 2:32pm on 06/21/10
This one is good. Rec: Fruit Pizza, posted by MariaD a few years ago - Pat-NoCal - 2:51pm on 06/21/10
Here is the recipe that she used for her's. I don't think you can make this very - Dawn_MO - 4:23pm on 06/21/10

Where is the recipe? :o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:04pm on 06/21/10
Drizzle with melted white chocolate and torch to lightly caramalize the chocolate. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:08am on 06/22/10

Thanks everyone, I think I'll go with the shortbread crust and sweet cream cheese topping - DawnNYS - 7:14pm on 06/22/10

the cream cheese should firm up and keep the crust from getting too soggy. let us know. [NT] - AngAk - 12:49pm on 06/23/10

18416. Yummy Appetizer: Gorgonzola & Strawberry Canap�s - Sylvia - 11:27am on 06/20/10 (2)

This sounds yum Sylvia! I was looking at a similar one - REC: Roasted Strawberry Bruschetta [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 10:40pm on 06/20/10

Bet the strawberry flavour is intense and jammy after roasting. [NT] - Sylvia - 5:47am on 06/21/10

18417. Mimi, et al....I spoke with my workplace Info security team and I can access this site if >>> - MarilynFL - 1:11pm on 06/20/10 (15)

&&& waving hi to everyone! &&& [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:12pm on 06/20/10

~ ~ ~ Hi back atcha ~ ~ ~ [NT] - AngAk - 2:34pm on 06/21/10

Suggestion: retire? ;o) We miss you. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:50pm on 06/20/10

Got a hubby who needs medical benefits. I miss you guys too. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:34pm on 06/20/10

Hurry back, Hon, as your time permits. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 9:12pm on 06/20/10

Are you looking for a second domain name or one to replace the current name entirely? [NT] - Meryl - 1:54pm on 06/20/10

I just need one that triggers the security block, then I can get in. http://eat.at doesn't. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:33pm on 06/20/10

How about something simple like foodfriends.com? [NT] - Meryl - 7:39pm on 06/20/10

Ah, looks like it's already taken, but it's a Swedish site. [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:41pm on 06/20/10

You still might be able to use it, though. [NT] - Meryl - 7:43pm on 06/20/10

Some other ideas: welovefood.com, liveforfood.com, foodmates.com... [NT] - Meryl - 7:47pm on 06/20/10

Did your IS guy provide any insight into what would prompt an ecurity warning (ie ebay) vs. option 3 - barb_b - 2:40pm on 06/20/10

No...when I gave him this link, he said it was invalid. That's when I told it worked - MarilynFL - 7:32pm on 06/20/10
What about.... Going to a site that links to eat.at? In other words, what if one of our bloggers - barb_b - 7:35am on 06/21/10
Another suggestion for Paul, Mimi et al... Finerkitchens is still up; anyway they - barb_b - 12:44pm on 06/21/10

18418. Maple Butter Tarts with Currants - Sylvia - 4:37pm on 06/20/10 (1)

Butter tarts are soooo dangerous. Thanks for the recipe--will have to try this. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:20am on 06/21/10

18419. Went to "Mexican Radio" restaurant after a craft show and shared a pitcher of margaritas. On the way - CynUpstateNY - 5:03pm on 06/20/10 (18)

How about a Raspberry Fool? Simple and Delicious. [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 5:34pm on 06/20/10

Raspberry Flummery featured in New York Times [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 6:39pm on 06/20/10

Fresh Raspberry Pie - King Arthur Flour [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 6:51pm on 06/20/10

Patricia Wells Recipe "Almond Raspberry Cake" featured on The Italian Dish Blog [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 7:20pm on 06/20/10

Raspberry Clafoutis by Alix de Montille and Jean Marc Roulot featured in Food & Wine [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 7:48pm on 06/20/10

How about Raspberry Buttermilk Cake? Delicious. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 5:50pm on 06/20/10
Streusel Topped Triple Berry Coffee Cake - also in T&T: Love this one! [LINK] - Meryl - 6:15pm on 06/20/10
Strawberry or Raspberry Cream Pie - Meryl - 6:17pm on 06/20/10
Another Raspberry Fool to check out: [LINK] - Meryl - 6:20pm on 06/20/10

(This is T&T, using my own method - see notes inside). [NT] - Meryl - 6:54pm on 06/20/10

How about the Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits I listed above at #18410, and subbing raspberries? [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 6:28pm on 06/20/10
From my to-try list: Raspberry and Lime Muffins: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:08pm on 06/20/10

Another on my to-try list: Raspberry Ice Cream - from Bon Appetit [LINK] - Meryl - 7:12pm on 06/20/10

I posted this one way back when-Karen/Upstate NY tried them: Raspberry Cheesecake Truffle Brownies [LINK] - Meryl - 7:21pm on 06/20/10
Rec: Raspberry Chicken (Lukins) - barb_b - 5:55am on 06/21/10
They ALL sound really wonderful! Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:06am on 06/21/10
How timely--DH just brought home a bunch of raspberries. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:00pm on 06/22/10

Me too. DS and I picked 2 qts of them yesterday morning. Pie or parfaits; that is the question... [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:03pm on 07/01/10

18420. A while back someone asked if anyone had tried the new mozzarella [IMAGE] - orchid - 5:14pm on 06/20/10 (5)

Orchid, They do look like fun! I especially like the pesto / Tom. Grilled vegies would be great - barb_b - 7:14am on 06/21/10

The sheet is put out by Belgioioso Cheese and I found it at my [LINK] - orchid - 8:02am on 06/21/10

this has all kinds of possibilities! Has anyone else tried the little mozz "Pearls"? good too. - AngAk - 2:38pm on 06/21/10
How did the mozzarella taste? Rubbery? Nice? like fresh mozz? [NT] - Janet in NC - 2:45pm on 06/21/10

Ya know, I think my verdict is still out. It is a bit rubbery. I really like - orchid - 9:11pm on 06/21/10

18421. Hibiscus flower question: I would like to make this Hibiscus Tea drink from Giada... [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 8:03am on 06/21/10 (2)

Mexican/Latin Markets always have them, sometimes in pretty big bags inexpensively. - Melissa Dallas - 8:44am on 06/21/10

Thanks Melissa. There are several Latin Markets in the neighborhood, I will try them! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 8:05am on 06/22/10

18422. WOW! Was this good: REC: Chard and garbanzos [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 8:14am on 06/21/10 (6)

Sounds delicious! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:32am on 06/21/10
Havin a "get together" on Sunday and this will be on the menu! Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:42am on 06/22/10

You're welcome Cyn, Hope you enjoy it as much as we did :) [NT] - Barbara in VA - 8:06am on 06/22/10

Yum, I think chard's addictive and, like you, I can't bear to waste the stems. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:45pm on 06/22/10

I can't eat chard, wish I could. It makes my teeth unbearably "fuzzy", even if I blanch it. nuts. [NT] - AngAk - 11:43am on 06/25/10

Yes, very good! - colleenmomof2 - 7:49am on 06/25/10

18423. A question for anyone familiar with chum salmon. Like it?, don't like it? how is it - Pat-NoCal - 9:07am on 06/21/10 (10)

Had a few bites smoked, not awful.Understand as long as it is caught in the ocean it is o.k.? - Nan - 9:48am on 06/21/10

Nan, are these the "pinks" or "humpys"? It's an "even" year, so we'll have lots in the rivers. - AngAk - 2:50pm on 06/21/10

I remember very well the rivers there so loaded with salmon, - Pat-NoCal - 2:55pm on 06/21/10

well around here, we say, "when the tide is out, the table is set". Look for bright colored scales. - Nan - 3:38pm on 06/21/10

Pinks are a different critter, here is a link with all five. Pinks make great stews and good smoked. [NT] [LINK] - Nan - 3:27pm on 06/21/10

Nan, funny story about dogs and feeding them salmon. First year in Nome for Iditarod and there was - AngAk - 7:02pm on 06/21/10

Wonderful, bet those dogs were smiling too?? Love your pictures of Hope, she smiles a lot. [NT] - Nan - 8:42pm on 06/21/10

Hope says Hi! she looks a bit pensive here. [NT] [IMAGE] - AngAk - 1:34pm on 06/22/10

Reporting back on the Keta. It was pretty decent. The texture was - Pat-NoCal - 10:34am on 06/29/10

thanks for the report. [NT] - AngAk - 12:19pm on 06/29/10

18424. Rec: Spiced Roast Chicken Breast, easy and delicious [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 9:11am on 06/21/10 (2)

This was a nice side....Rec: Fingerling Potato Salad with Green Chile-Cilantro Salsa [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 9:14am on 06/21/10

This looks like a great combo Pat. I like the rub ingredients for the chicken and want to - FloriSandy - 7:00pm on 06/23/10

18425. For the John Besh fans out there, a new show: Inedible to Incredible [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - desertjean - 9:35am on 06/21/10 (7)

Thank you desertjean, have scheduled the show to record. Love John Besh. [NT] - GayR - 10:56am on 06/21/10
Fun to watch but I can't believe anyone would make burgers using cornflakes with strawberries. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:11am on 06/22/10

The turtle steak was the one that got me... - desertjean - 11:40am on 06/22/10

so, wanna share that disaster sauce recipe so we won't try it---or give our critiques?? [NT] - AngAk - 1:01pm on 06/22/10

It was one of those "this and that" ideas. Blech. Won't be using this or that again, LOL [NT] - desertjean - 5:16pm on 06/22/10

Yes, I had a hard time believing anyone would serve that. I think they must exaggerate the awfulness [NT] - Curious1 - 3:40pm on 06/22/10

I'm thinking there are some "fakers" in that show. like the overdramatic soccer players! [NT] - AngAk - 5:19pm on 06/22/10

18426. Grilled Corn Salad with Spicy Cheddar Dressing [LINK] - lorijean - 10:26am on 06/21/10 (1)

Wow - this sounds great! Thanks for posting! [NT] - Meryl - 1:55pm on 06/21/10

18427. Can't think in this heat! I need help to plan a coffeehouse morning at my house... - elaine - 2:27pm on 06/21/10 (22)

elaine, I love CathyZs Bacon sausage casserole. Perhaps add a fruit salad? Lovely menu [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 2:43pm on 06/21/10
How about a quick bread...like banana, or apple, or this Rec: Zucchini Bread - Pat-NoCal - 2:43pm on 06/21/10

oh wait, were you asking about non-bread items? If so, how about deviled eggs? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:45pm on 06/21/10

Sandi in Hi---need your help with lactose free suggestions! [NT] - AngAk - 2:53pm on 06/21/10
Definitely a fresh fruit salad. - Very refreshing in this lousy weather! [NT] - Meryl - 4:01pm on 06/21/10

Ah, I see barb beat me to it! [NT] - Meryl - 4:02pm on 06/21/10

Here's a great recipe if you can find some good melons: Melons with Ginger Syrup: [LINK] - Meryl - 4:04pm on 06/21/10

I've made this--it's wonderful. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:41pm on 06/22/10

Strawberry Bread: This is a delicious quick bread -you could replace the 4 T melted butter with oil: - Meryl - 4:18pm on 06/21/10

great recipe---no milk either. almost any berry would work, or chopped up fruit. [NT] - AngAk - 6:53pm on 06/21/10
This looks like a good idea- about strawberries - we have them fresh in season from... - elaine - 10:50pm on 06/21/10

Elaine, where are you located again? Are you in Israel? [NT] - Meryl - 11:00pm on 06/21/10

Yes right here in 93degree heat with total humidity. Not complaining. Really love our weather. [NT] - elaine - 9:23am on 06/22/10

I read an email yesterday from Bill Cloud ministries. His family visited there recently and his boys - Marsha tbay - 9:42am on 06/22/10
It's just as hot over here in NC!!! [NT] - Meryl - 1:16pm on 06/22/10

Question - what fruit would you suggest? We do have blueberries but they are out of site expensive [NT] - elaine - 10:51pm on 06/21/10

How about raspberries? [NT] - Meryl - 11:08pm on 06/21/10

those egg and ham cups are cute, but you have to put the oven on for those. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 7:04pm on 06/21/10
Can she take some Lactaid, like I do? [NT] - Janet in NC - 8:07pm on 06/21/10

NO, thats the problem with her. I don't even like her that much!!! but I am the perfect hostess. [NT] - elaine - 10:56pm on 06/21/10

Thanks all - I think i will have to make another brunch for all the recipes!! - elaine - 10:54pm on 06/21/10
Sounding like a broken record, but really, this lemon verbena fruit salad is amazing! [LINK] - Traca - 8:52am on 06/22/10

18428. Archiving Recipe - Poppy Seed Coffee Cake - GayR - 2:45pm on 06/21/10 (0)

18429. Nine Favorite Chocolate Cakes from cookiemadness: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 6:12pm on 06/21/10 (2)

I just made the Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake from CI (REC). It was delicious! Everyone... - Michael in Phoenix - 9:16am on 06/22/10

thanks for testing this for us! the frosting is certainly interesting. [NT] - AngAk - 1:11pm on 06/22/10

18430. Thomas Keller's Favorite Roast Chicken [LINK] - dwavle - 9:59pm on 06/21/10 (5)

The chicken looks wonderful...I could have done without the naked Anthony Bourdain at 6:45am!LOL [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:03am on 06/22/10

Oh, I better not open this up at work then!!! [NT] - AngAk - 1:12pm on 06/22/10

Not completely naked - but sorry for not warning first! [NT] - dwavle - 8:39pm on 06/22/10

Agreed, a winner chicken recipe, have made it many times. Thanks - Pat-NoCal - 11:24am on 06/22/10
Agree - it's so simple and so wonderful [NT] - Music City Missy - 8:43pm on 06/22/10

18431. REC Nectarine Lemon Loaf - now I have fruit breads in my brain!! - elaine - 11:09pm on 06/21/10 (2)

elaine, if you used margarine and 3T lemon juice for the milk, you could serve it to your friend. [NT] - AngAk - 1:14pm on 06/22/10

Great minds think alike! That is exactly what I thought [NT] - elaine - 5:31pm on 06/23/10

18432. Made Sally BR chicken boy was it good along with the cerole/bacon potato salad [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 8:21am on 06/22/10 (7)

Where are these recipies? I don't see the chicken in T&T [NT] - Janet in NC - 11:07am on 06/22/10

here is the chicken recipe. is it ready for T&T?? [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 1:18pm on 06/22/10
and I think this is the potato salad [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 1:21pm on 06/22/10

Thank you Ang for posting the recipes forgot. And I think the chicken should - carol whidbey Is - 1:38pm on 06/22/10

Mmmm 'SallyBR's chicken boy' was good....lol [NT] - joanietoo - 3:01pm on 06/22/10

Sally, I think you could put the recipe up in T&T now. [NT] - AngAk - 5:18pm on 06/22/10

That's exciting! I will do that this weekend for sure! [NT] - SallyBR - 7:36am on 06/24/10

18433. Totally NFR - Feel good video. 2 baby moose playing in a sprinkler. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 8:37am on 06/22/10 (8)

How cute was that?!! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:55am on 06/22/10
Sweet! [NT] - MoNJ - 12:46pm on 06/22/10
Adorable! Thanks, Traca. [NT] - Marianne - 1:07pm on 06/22/10
Here's another sweet moose calf at my friend's house. [NT] [IMAGE] - AngAk - 1:28pm on 06/22/10

and a close-up [NT] [IMAGE] - AngAk - 2:14pm on 06/22/10

So neat and what beautiful scenery. Summer there must be glorious. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:01pm on 06/22/10

This is so adorable [NT] - joanietoo - 2:58pm on 06/22/10
Thank you - you are so right, such a feel good video! Love it! [NT] - Music City Missy - 8:36pm on 06/22/10

18434. Menu help, please. Having 8 for a cook out on Sunday and need a couple more sides. - CynUpstateNY - 9:08am on 06/22/10 (16)

I've shared this before. It always receives raves and everyone always wants the recipe - Marsha tbay - 9:39am on 06/22/10

Ditto. [NT] - Marianne - 11:28am on 06/22/10

Ditto Kye's Corn Salad. [NT] - Marianne - 11:29am on 06/22/10

Mondavi Mushroom Salsa (salad) - Sylvia - 10:14am on 06/22/10

Yum, sounds delish. Mushrooms and steak go so well together too. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:33am on 06/22/10

Kye's Corn Salad (in the archives) or Curried Quinoa & Mango Salad - Traca - 10:20am on 06/22/10
If you can get some good tomatoes, a platter of sliced tomatoes and cucumbers with a vinaigrette. [NT] - Marianne - 11:31am on 06/22/10
How about some crusty bread...grilled garlic bread, or bruschetta topped with [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 11:37am on 06/22/10
REC: Carmelized Onions with Barbecue Sauce [NT] [LINK] - MoNJ - 12:31pm on 06/22/10
Pioneer Woman Onion Straws, Giada's Roasted tomatoes with gorgonzola and herbs [NT] - MoNJ - 12:33pm on 06/22/10

Love those roasted tomatoes with gorgonzola! [NT] - Meryl - 1:02pm on 06/22/10

Wow! Looks like a great recipe for entertaining. Link is here. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 11:10am on 06/23/10

Should you have any vegetarians or non-meat eaters, these Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 12:44pm on 06/22/10
Great! How's this sound...and feel free to add or subtract. - CynUpstateNY - 2:57pm on 06/22/10

Just a nice mixed green salad with Cathy Zee's papaya seed dressing... [NT] - joanietoo - 3:00pm on 06/22/10
Sounds like a nice summer menu, I like the suggested salad addition. Beer, and a Cava Wine? [NT] - MoNJ - 4:46pm on 06/22/10

18435. Very good - - Traca - 9:37am on 06/22/10 (1)

oops! above is recipe for Roasted Beet and Carrot Salad with Watercress [NT] - Traca - 9:37am on 06/22/10

18436. Can't wait to try: Grilled Filet Mignon with Chocolate Coffee BBQ Sauce - Sylvia - 10:09am on 06/22/10 (8)

I have steaks saved for our 42 Anniv in a few wks. I may try this, sounds good [NT] - Marsha tbay - 9:54pm on 06/22/10

wow, 42. awesome. [NT] - AngAk - 12:50pm on 06/23/10

Thank you, Ang. (((Ang))) [NT] - Marsha tbay - 3:03pm on 06/23/10

Congrats on 42! Very cool! [NT] - barb_b - 8:27am on 06/25/10

Thank you Barb (((Barb))) [NT] - Marsha tbay - 11:47am on 06/25/10

Congrats Marsha. 42 years is an accomplishment. [NT] - Sylvia - 7:41am on 06/27/10

Thank you, Sylvia (((Sylvia))) [NT] - Marsha tbay - 8:40am on 06/27/10

Prepared the sauce yesterday and served it over grilled chicken. - Sylvia - 7:42am on 06/27/10

18437. Lorijean, I made Max's Spaghetti with meatballs & Marinara. Loved it. I made half. Only complaint [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:32am on 06/22/10 (2)

I actually made half a recipe of the meatballs - didn't have - lorijean - 9:57am on 06/23/10

I'm so hungry for meatballs and sauce now---right now, for breakfast even. [NT] - AngAk - 12:54pm on 06/23/10

18438. Update on icing-- tried Marilyn's Vanilla Torte Icing [LINK] - MoNJ - 12:39pm on 06/22/10 (1)

Oooh yeah, that's a good one! Thanks to Marilyn for this one! How was the strawberry cake? [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 1:23am on 06/23/10

18439. For Living Cookbook users. There's a bug in the software, see the link. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:19pm on 06/22/10 (1)

Thanks for letting us know, C1. Hope they're able to find a fix for it soon. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:45pm on 06/22/10

18440. Really enjoyed the book Mediterreneab Summer, enjoying the recipes too....any other suggestions... - joanietoo - 2:34pm on 06/22/10 (10)

I really should proof read the title...sorry [NT] - joanietoo - 2:35pm on 06/22/10
oh, I have this one from Nan and plan on reading it soon. [NT] - AngAk - 5:16pm on 06/22/10
Just read the description. Sounds like a Sidney Sheldon novel come to life. I'll have to pick this - Melissa Dallas - 6:28pm on 06/22/10
That is an amazing read, the New York part was wild. The yacht part is why I have gone to work boats - Nan - 5:55am on 06/23/10

Nan, can you find out from the bookseller where you got your copies signed if they will be in ANC - AngAk - 12:56pm on 06/23/10
Another true story is The Animal Vegetable Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver - KarenNoCA - 7:16pm on 06/23/10

By the way, thanks for suggestions about good reading such as this - KarenNoCA - 7:17pm on 06/23/10
yes, another good read. I listened to it on the audio version. got a bit tired of her voice though [NT] - AngAk - 8:06pm on 06/23/10

Been there, done that however I have not spent an - joanietoo - 1:19pm on 06/25/10

You really should write a book, Joanie. I'd buy it! [NT] - Curious1 - 4:29pm on 06/25/10

18441. Just had a fun pizza night. Bases were brought over for everyone to spread and I had all the topp... - joanietoo - 2:42pm on 06/22/10 (14)

Joanie, congratulations on hosting such a marvelous event. [NT] - Sylvia - 3:00pm on 06/22/10
I've used these Tandoori Naan in a pizza pinch, they crisp up well and are thin [LINK] - MoNJ - 4:42pm on 06/22/10
sounds like so much fun. I love the spur of the moment gatherings. [NT] - AngAk - 5:16pm on 06/22/10
I can't imagine going out to the garden and picking a pineapple! How fun!! [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:19pm on 06/22/10
It sounds like so much fun! What a great hostess you are. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 12:06pm on 06/23/10

I fully agree! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:40pm on 06/23/10

Joanie, were your "bases" precooked? I got an email today from a bread class student who used my - Joe - 9:58pm on 06/23/10

do them on the grill! pre-grill the crusts a bit, then top and finish. it works great [NT] - AngAk - 1:04pm on 06/24/10
Joe, we mad a total of 18 pizzas...about 8" each..... I have one oven and one gas grill.... - joanietoo - 1:10pm on 06/25/10

It sounds like making smaller 8" pizzas was the key to success. What a great party. [NT] - Joe - 8:06pm on 06/25/10

What a fun idea! I always love having interactive parties like this! [NT] - barb_b - 7:31am on 06/24/10
Pizza party.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 9:57am on 06/24/10

I'll try this dough recipe...Thanx Sally.....thinking of doing Vatap next week. Just worried.... - joanietoo - 1:07pm on 06/25/10

I don't have any palm oil left.... - SallyBR - 2:44pm on 06/25/10

18442. Wedding Cake help....One of my DD is getting married next year. I would very much like to...... - joanietoo - 2:56pm on 06/22/10 (2)

Joannie, I did this for my sister's wedding... - judy-mass - 6:50am on 06/23/10

Thanx Judy-mass....... - joanietoo - 1:05pm on 06/25/10

18443. Does everyone know this??? - Janet in NC - 4:38pm on 06/22/10 (3)

I should say it's about Gourmet sort of coming to life again. [NT] - Janet in NC - 4:39pm on 06/22/10

If they run this as badly as they run their Epi website it won't be around long. - Michael in Phoenix - 10:14pm on 06/22/10

Hadn't heard that; thanks for posting. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:29am on 06/23/10