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

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

17949. ISO chicos - dried smoked corn. Anyone living in the Southwest, have you seen them at your stores? - Heather_in_SF - 5:54pm on 03/20/10 (8)

I'll keep my eyes open. Have you tried Mexican or Latin markets in your area? - Luisa_Calif - 7:49pm on 03/20/10
I will have one of my friends in San Diego check for you. She - Dawn_MO - 10:25pm on 03/20/10
Here's a source on Amazon & this is what I have seen in our stores [LINK] - Music City Missy - 10:33pm on 03/20/10

Oh interesting, when I looked on Amazon it was out of stock. - Heather_in_SF - 7:07pm on 03/21/10

Heather - don't let wholesale 'scare' you away - Music City Missy - 12:58am on 03/22/10

Also, if there's a resto in your area that uses them, talk to the chef & ask if he'll sell you some. - Traca - 2:48am on 03/22/10

And here is a wholesale source [NT] [LINK] - Music City Missy - 10:34pm on 03/20/10
Heather, check this out. How to make your own chicos. [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 4:25pm on 03/25/10

17950. Carrot experiment - Kendall - 8:06pm on 03/20/10 (5)

It sounds like they may have been roasted. - judy-mass - 9:50pm on 03/20/10
Hi Judy! No, tried that before, I try this once a year. - Kendall - 11:12pm on 03/20/10
Maybe they were soaked for awhile in sugar water... that would caramelize on the outside [NT] - cheezz - 4:48am on 03/21/10

I still want to know how Cracker Barrel makes their baby carrots - best - DawnNYS - 5:24pm on 03/21/10

Several websites have the recipe and all look the same: [LINK] - cheezz - 1:05am on 03/22/10

17951. Does anyone have a T&T whole wheat "BREAD MACHINE" bread recipe? [NT] - Kendall - 8:08pm on 03/20/10 (3)

Whole Wheat Cranberry Nut Bread - Timid - 4:29pm on 03/27/10

I'm trying this tonight. thanks. Kendall, I mostly use the recipe from the booklet with the machine - AngAk - 3:14am on 03/28/10

Please see AngAk's and my comments at 17973 on this bread. [NT] - Timid - 3:24am on 03/31/10

17952. SallyBR, I made your Shrimp Moqueca ala Sally from your blog. I received the April issue of Food [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:03pm on 03/20/10 (5)

And if you would like to see the Daniel Boulud recipe from Food & Wine, it's here... [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:06pm on 03/20/10

I got the magazine yesterday in the mail.... - SallyBR - 12:23am on 03/21/10

Oops, I meant piment d'Espeletter, not that I would know the difference. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:59pm on 03/21/10

piment d'Espelette! [NT] - Curious1 - 4:59pm on 03/21/10

Tomaytos ... tomatoes.... all the same... :-) [NT] - SallyBR - 11:20am on 03/23/10

17953. SallyBR's fabulous piece on the science behind antibiotics & food. Who knew? [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 10:34pm on 03/20/10 (0)

17954. Cheezz-update on the Butter Almond Cake in 17943 above - Melissa Dallas - 1:22am on 03/21/10 (1)

Thanks for the review - it sure sounds good! [NT] - cheezz - 4:48am on 03/21/10

17955. Sunday Supper ode to Middle Eastern Cooking. - joanietoo - 5:19pm on 03/21/10 (4)

Sounds great! Muhammara recipe please? And the Baked Chicken, and the rice? - Luisa_Calif - 5:54pm on 03/21/10

Yellow Rice - joanietoo - 8:59pm on 03/21/10

Is this the kind that makes a crunchy layer on the bottom of the pot? - Luisa_Calif - 9:07pm on 03/21/10

Until Joanie can post hers..here the the one I use ....it is excellent - KarenNoCA - 11:49pm on 03/21/10

17956. How long do the jarred roasted red peppers keep after opening? I have most of a - Curious1 - 5:28pm on 03/21/10 (11)

Add a tsp of white vinegar and it will keep a Really long time ! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 5:38pm on 03/21/10

Should I drain the liquid from the jar before adding vinegar or add it to the liquid? [NT] - Curious1 - 6:03pm on 03/21/10

No, don't drain just add it toliquid in the jar. - Luisa_Calif - 6:33pm on 03/21/10

I always find the get a lil mushy if kept too long...(Never tried the vinegar trick) I usually make - barb_b - 5:59pm on 03/21/10

I didn't think of making a salad of them. These are really good firm peppers, would make good salad [NT] - Curious1 - 6:04pm on 03/21/10
What a great idea Luisa...I've had a few of them go moldy in the refer... - KarenNoCA - 11:20pm on 03/21/10

Great topic! I just threw out a moldy jar of red peppers this am. [NT] - Traca - 2:44am on 03/22/10

Make Muhammara Dip ! (see above post) [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:00am on 03/22/10
I always freeze the leftovers.... in small portions [NT] - SallyBR - 11:37am on 03/22/10
Thanks for all the suggestions. I'm freezing some and adding vinegar to the rest. Looking up dip. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:04pm on 03/22/10
The BIGGEST thing to remember that any jar one uses some out of and then needs to keep the.... - joanietoo - 7:55pm on 03/22/10

17957. Dawn MO's Creamy Chicken Enchiladas. Made these using some of the red peppers. Such a good recipe. [LINK] - Curious1 - 5:34pm on 03/21/10 (2)

Thanks Curious! I just love those enchiladas and I have used the same - Dawn_MO - 6:30pm on 03/21/10

I can see both uses, using it with pasta especially appeals to me. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:02pm on 03/22/10

17958. If anyone is interested in quantity cooking - Dawn_MO - 6:28pm on 03/21/10 (1)

Dawn, - mistral - 6:42pm on 03/22/10

17959. Are there regulations for kitchens in places like American Legion posts? - Tessie in Cincy - 7:31pm on 03/21/10 (1)

Absolutely! - Dawn_MO - 7:54pm on 03/21/10

17960. REC: Korean Fried Chicken LINK [LINK] - woody - 3:42pm on 03/22/10 (3)

I tried it too. - Pam - 1:43pm on 03/23/10
This sounds delicious! Perhaps cut up pieces of chicken breasts with bone... [NT] - suz - 6:01pm on 03/23/10
this sure sounds good! [NT] - AngAk - 6:37pm on 03/23/10

17961. Mark Bittman ( N. Y. Times) Olive Oil Flatbread - Watch the video this looks fabulous! [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 5:04pm on 03/22/10 (4)

Did anyone get the recipe? I have trouble getting video. [NT] - BobbiJoAZ - 6:01pm on 03/22/10

Look under "RELATED" and you will see the recipe. [NT] - GayR - 7:04pm on 03/22/10

I am going to try to link it.... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 7:11pm on 03/22/10

Thanks. I got it and may try it soon. [NT] - BobbiJoAZ - 9:57pm on 03/24/10

17962. Need sub for Agave Syrup in this recipe - Soba Noddles w Grilled Shrimp and Cilantro [LINK] - Tess - 5:25pm on 03/22/10 (6)

The agave syrup in this recipe just brings up flavors in the recipe. . . - mistral - 6:41pm on 03/22/10

Thanks! [NT] - Tess - 7:06pm on 03/22/10

I've had my eye on that recipe, how was it? [NT] - Curious1 - 8:35pm on 03/22/10
Tess, it's like a thinner, less sweet honey. Just use that. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:40pm on 03/22/10
Made it last night - used sugar - VERY yummy - just a few tweaks - Tess - 1:28pm on 03/23/10

Thanks for the tweaks, sounds yummy. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:40pm on 03/23/10

17963. Check this out - oli - 5:48pm on 03/22/10 (1)

HA!! It must have smelled heavenly, but oh my - what a waste! :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:40pm on 03/22/10

17964. Went to a function last night, they served "mini hamburgers" they were adorable to look at; great - barb_b - 6:59pm on 03/22/10 (1)

I've made these several times.... tint coconut green, roll edges in icing then in coconut [NT] - cheezz - 11:42pm on 03/22/10

17965. I made these Sugar Free Pistachio shortbread cookies last weekend. very tender and nice [LINK] - AngAk - 11:21pm on 03/22/10 (4)

When I made the regular recipe-it was great! Did you add cornstarch as recommended w/the sugarfree? [NT] - cheezz - 11:45pm on 03/22/10

no. I don't think it needs it. they were very "tender". I would leave out the salt though. - AngAk - 12:05am on 03/23/10

Thanks for the review - sometimes I need the 'sugar-free' versions! [NT] - cheezz - 2:16am on 03/23/10

take a look at these iced sugar cookies for Easter/Spring. she promises it's very easy [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 6:39pm on 03/23/10

17966. Couple of food related questions. I' ve been overdosing on "Tastespotting" and would like to tackle - aajay - 11:31pm on 03/22/10 (4)

I use their slivered almonds for this. Don't know how the ground with skins would work. - rhoward2va - 9:51am on 03/23/10

Yes please! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 3:50pm on 03/23/10

I'm in Dublin, Ireland for a visit and will post it when I get back. - rhoward2va - 7:18am on 03/25/10

oh, have a fabulous time! Springtime in Ireland. sounds grand. [NT] - AngAk - 5:34pm on 03/25/10

17967. ISO kid-friendly dinner using chicken stock.... - Therese - 12:19pm on 03/23/10 (3)

In my family, a plain risotto would be a smashing hit. - EvaN - 1:29pm on 03/23/10

Thx! nt [NT] - Therese - 2:56pm on 03/23/10

maybe a soup with fun pasta shapes and chicken meatballs. [NT] - AngAk - 6:41pm on 03/23/10

17968. I don't often sit in a bar and order a drink. But, I was on a girls night out, - Barbara in VA - 1:04pm on 03/23/10 (3)

I understand one sips a martini, but heaven forbid someone swallow the chunk! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:55pm on 03/23/10
Sounds like fun! It has been ages - deb-in-MI - 5:10pm on 03/23/10

Yeah, I know. The old way was much more exciting! [NT] - Marianne - 7:37pm on 03/24/10

17969. Michael in Sarasota, the man who never returned. How was Philly and the flower show? [NT] - Curious1 - 1:48pm on 03/23/10 (0)

17970. Heather in SF, loved your guest posting stint, description is food porn and the recipe looks great! [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:53pm on 03/23/10 (8)

Me too.... and the photo is amazing! [NT] - SallyBR - 6:19pm on 03/23/10

Heather, where did that photo come from? Did you get a new camera? [NT] - Traca - 4:02am on 03/24/10

oh my mouth is watering! just lovely. [NT] - AngAk - 6:46pm on 03/23/10
Thank you!! And a confession... - Heather_in_SF - 4:26pm on 03/24/10

You have the courage to step out and DO IT ! For that we all admire you. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 5:00pm on 03/24/10
Heather, you're a natural! So glad to see your blog flourish! Kudos to you. [NT] - Traca - 6:46pm on 03/24/10
Heather - you should be so proud of yourself! - deb-in-MI - 6:58pm on 03/24/10

Fabulous writing, as usual, (((Heather))). You have a fantastic gift with words. So elegant! TKX. [NT] - Marianne - 7:33pm on 03/24/10

17971. Aren't these cute? Easter idea/dessert - DawnNYS - 4:28pm on 03/23/10 (2)

Now how clever! I would never have thought of that [NT] - cheezz - 4:38pm on 03/23/10

Great idea. And I'm guessing not too hard to do? [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:11pm on 03/23/10

17972. REC: Jam Bars [IMAGE] - deb-in-MI - 5:24pm on 03/23/10 (13)

here is the photobucket instruction from Sandi. let us know if we can help. [LINK] - AngAk - 6:58pm on 03/23/10

Thanks, AngAk - so easy! Can I post more than one image per post? [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:22am on 03/24/10

I don't think so, but add another to your reply. just edit and paste - AngAk - 4:49am on 03/24/10
Actually, Lana posted instructions on getting multiple pics inside the post itself.... [NT] [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 6:52am on 03/24/10

Thanks Sandi & Lana - very easy! Didn't realize I could write code - deb-in-MI - 9:21am on 03/24/10

Deb these look wonderful! Thanks for posting. I have waaayy too many jars of jam from last summer - Barbara in VA - 12:55pm on 03/24/10

Thanks, Barbara - unfortunately two of the photos are really - deb-in-MI - 1:53pm on 03/24/10

Deb, I think you are being too hard on yourself, your pictures look great! - Barbara in VA - 4:36pm on 03/24/10

I really must try these - they look so good! - Sandi in Hawaii - 4:21pm on 03/24/10

these would be great with some of that nice hawaiian jam. I need another trip to stock up! [NT] - AngAk - 5:24pm on 03/24/10

Hey, just got my Alaska Air anniversary companion $99 award?? Old pal, old buddy? [NT] - Nan - 12:04am on 03/25/10

what if we were to descend upon Sandi and Cathy? both of us. at the same time. egads [NT] - AngAk - 1:22am on 03/25/10

Sssshh, they will hear, actually that ticket is good for a year?? no hurry, think about it? Hugs, [NT] - Nan - 1:44am on 03/25/10

17973. Sourdough Cornmeal-Flour, Raisin & Saffron Boules. My continuing adventures in [IMAGE] - Steve2 in LA - 7:51pm on 03/23/10 (45)

I used to make a sourdough cinnamon buns recipe years ago. From an old Bread Cookbook - Luisa_Calif - 9:03pm on 03/23/10

Happy to share. . . but how? I have 4 separate starters. One from carlsfriends.com, one from Joe & - Steve2 in LA - 9:56pm on 03/23/10

Just what you used, proportions and such. I can punt the rest. A few years ago - Luisa_Calif - 11:48pm on 03/23/10

Steve, I think you should apply to be a guest cook on Bobby Flay's Grill It show! You'd be great. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 4:28pm on 03/24/10
Beautiful! Jealous too - I'm a disaster with most breads [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:55pm on 03/24/10
Steve, these really look beautiful!! Congrats! [NT] - barb_b - 7:51pm on 03/24/10
Thanks all. As far as being on a cooking show, please just shoot me instead!? It'd be more humane. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 9:10pm on 03/24/10

By the way, I used the no-knead method so, even a chimp could make it! I didn't have a chimp around - Steve2 in LA - 9:14pm on 03/24/10

But could a cave man do it? (sorry - the commercial drives me nuts!) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:52pm on 03/24/10

hahaha [NT] - AngAk - 1:20am on 03/25/10

Found a chimp, had her make this: No Knead Sourdough Chocolate-Sour Cherry boule. [IMAGE] - Steve2 in LA - 3:52am on 03/25/10

Steve, I was looking at your photo of your Challah, it's beautiful! How - Cindy - 4:39am on 03/25/10

Pinch the braids together and fold 'em under as you start, then when you get to the other end, pinch - Steve2 in LA - 4:19am on 03/26/10

OMG! Please Please Please send me some!!!!! [NT] - Meryl - 5:16am on 03/25/10

Meryl, left some on your front stoop. If it's not there now, I'd look at Cindy! ;>D [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 4:27am on 03/26/10

Ha! [NT] - Meryl - 9:02pm on 03/26/10

Did you use Ms. Silverton's recipe? If not, would you please share your recipe? - Timid - 4:24pm on 03/27/10

No problemo. I lived a block from La Brea bakery when it was just opening so, I've had the "real" - Steve2 in LA - 8:02pm on 03/27/10

Thank you so much for sharing your recipe with us. - Timid - 11:09pm on 03/27/10

You can get a live, active starter from breadtopia. It's VERY active. You can also get a good one - Steve2 in LA - 3:42am on 03/28/10

Just placed my order at breadtopia and my SASE is ready to send to Carl's. - Timid - 1:50pm on 03/28/10

The breadtopia comes quickly, the Carl's can take awhile. If you're in a hurry to get the carls, - Steve2 in LA - 8:05pm on 03/28/10

By the way, when you start making sourdough, I've found that the one grain that doesn't lend itself - Steve2 in LA - 8:06pm on 03/28/10

I will definitely file this information away in my notebook under "Good to Know" - Timid - 8:18pm on 03/28/10

How very kind of you!! Maybe I should start with the breadtopia's starter - Timid - 8:15pm on 03/28/10

Now I'm going to have to show my complete ignorance... - Timid - 1:48am on 03/31/10

Have you seen Amy Scherber's version of Chocolate Cherry Rolls? - Timid - 11:42pm on 03/28/10

Coffee and chocolate go really well together and I thought I'd try that another time however, the - Steve2 in LA - 7:12am on 03/29/10

And to think that I was going to be able to skip the gym on the days I kneaded bread. - Timid - 3:35pm on 03/29/10

I started out with Ed Wood's "World Sourdoughs of Antiquity" then, BBA. Moved on to - Steve2 in LA - 7:28pm on 03/29/10

I have to admit that BBA is a bit intimidating for me at this time. - Timid - 5:20am on 03/30/10

Don't let it intimidate you. Use it for research rather than instructions. While I haven't - Steve2 in LA - 5:34pm on 03/30/10

Steve, here is a link to the blog for Artisan Bread in 5, before buying the book. I have the book [LINK] - AngAk - 6:06pm on 03/30/10
I have the Artisan Bread in 5 Minutes book, and have been making the basic bread. - KC_ - 9:47pm on 03/30/10

KC, I have been baking that same recipe and sometimes - Dawn_MO - 10:26pm on 03/30/10

Thanks for the suggestion. So far I have appreciated having the dough - KC_ - 11:47am on 03/31/10

I have the Healthy Artisan Bread In 5 Minutes a Day book -- apparently the non-healty version is - Traca - 1:11am on 04/07/10

Thanks for the very premature vote of confidence. - Timid - 11:11pm on 03/30/10

I made that walnut cranberry bread in the bread machine the other day. it is delicous, but - AngAk - 11:36pm on 03/30/10

Just in time... I'll plan on forming 2 loaves to bake in the oven. [NT] - Timid - 12:23am on 03/31/10
Bread has been cooled, sliced and buttered with some leftover Irish butter - yum! - Timid - 3:11am on 03/31/10

Absolutely get an instant read. I think you can even get one at the grocery store. So nice to be - Steve2 in LA - 5:57am on 03/31/10

Consider it done. Now I'm going to have to show my complete ignorance... - Timid - 9:25am on 03/31/10

Timid, I'm responding to this by PM. (Don't think "the others" are that involved.) No offense, gang. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:21am on 04/01/10

Replied to you by PM -didn't even know that option existed here. [NT] - Timid - 6:32am on 04/01/10

17974. I should start using some of the frozen pureed pumpkin that I have - DawnNYS - 11:47pm on 03/23/10 (14)

Pumpkin Soup? Several recipes here including ones for butternut squash soups? [NT] - Nan - 11:56pm on 03/23/10

Thanks, but - DawnNYS - 11:33am on 03/24/10

Musta been that Forest Gump voice! LOL [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 3:17pm on 03/24/10

My sister has been making pumpkin bread & covering the top of the batter - Melissa Dallas - 12:05pm on 03/24/10

That's clever, she should enter a baking contest with that. [NT] - Curious1 - 1:56pm on 03/24/10
I tried that with rolls once and they came right off when you picked them up to eat. so do >>> - Luisa_Calif - 3:05pm on 03/24/10

I read that an egg white wash helps keeping the seeds on... Just a thought. [NT] - barb_b - 7:50pm on 03/24/10
Hot glue gun? teehee ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:28pm on 03/24/10

Hey with the canned pumpkin shortage - maybe you should sell it :-) [NT] - Music City Missy - 9:48pm on 03/24/10

Why is there a canned pumpkin shortage? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:48pm on 03/24/10

There was a shortage around November - I think due to a cold and wet - DawnNYS - 1:42am on 03/25/10

Dawn, these Pumpkin Choc Chip cookies in T&T are cakey and would work for your whoopie pies. I think [LINK] - AngAk - 5:44pm on 03/25/10

These look perfect - thanks. Who says I'm going to leave out the chocolatlate ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:26pm on 03/25/10

P.S. I love cakey cookies, as long as they aren't dry, and seems these got raves! [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:32pm on 03/25/10

17975. Had to share this post on breakfasts in Asia. OMG. I want a big bowl of dumplings. NOW! [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 12:12am on 03/25/10 (6)

Not Fair!! I'm still at work and hungryyyyyyy. [NT] - AngAk - 1:19am on 03/25/10
Mmmmmm, dumplings...one of my not so secret sins... - Richard in Cincy - 4:52pm on 03/25/10

are you back Richard? [NT] - AngAk - 5:37pm on 03/25/10

oops, I didn't look down far enough. still on my first cup of coffee. [NT] - AngAk - 5:37pm on 03/25/10

I'm with you. I'd take anything on that post. YUM! [NT] - Traca - 11:58pm on 03/27/10

Geeze, I just love breakfasts like these! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:37pm on 03/25/10

17976. Want to send something to Ca. for nephew's birthday. Since all the kids now [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 8:23am on 03/25/10 (3)

They look good, and being a "sturdy" cookie, they should ship well. Good choice! [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:17pm on 03/25/10
Yes, agree with Dawn. they look lovely and very shippable. [NT] - AngAk - 5:40pm on 03/25/10
Thanks, guys! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:30am on 03/26/10

17977. If I use cooked beef (not-so-tender steak) in a recipe for beef bourguignon in a crockpot, - DawnNYS - 1:54pm on 03/25/10 (2)

Yes it will get more tender. . . - mistral - 5:06pm on 03/25/10

Thanks mistral and charley - but when I trimme the fat, I realized there was a lot of - DawnNYS - 2:17pm on 03/26/10

17978. Back from Egypt [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 2:55pm on 03/25/10 (14)

Great picture! Welcome back! [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:15pm on 03/25/10
Wonderful pic! Welcome back! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:23pm on 03/25/10
Ditto what Dawn said, Richard! Can't wait for the pictures! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:24pm on 03/25/10
How cool is that!~ What a life experience! Welcome back and I look forward to hearing more! [NT] - barb_b - 4:54pm on 03/25/10
HA! I love that picture!! Good to have you back. [NT] - AngAk - 5:48pm on 03/25/10
There's a definate smirk on that camel's face. Welcome back. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:39pm on 03/25/10

Make that, "definite". Sheesh. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:43pm on 03/25/10

Nice picture. I can't wait to hear about your food adventure .-) - EvaN - 8:22pm on 03/25/10
Welcome back. Waiting to hear all. [NT] - elaine - 9:03pm on 03/25/10
Welcome Home! Please give us all the details after you recover from jet-lag! [NT] - Marianne - 9:06pm on 03/25/10
Ahlen wa sahlen! Welcome back! Looking forward to your stories. - PatBastrop - 9:21pm on 03/25/10
Great photo! Loved it! Wonderful weather.... [NT] - SallyBR - 1:23am on 03/28/10
Great picture and I can't wait to hear about your trip! [NT] - orchid - 2:28am on 03/28/10
Wow, how'd I miss this post? Welcome back - great pix! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:12am on 04/16/10

17979. Joy of Spring Salad Gardens - Richard in Cincy - 4:45pm on 03/25/10 (1)

I can't wait to start my own crop in my greenhouse, but I'll wait till after Easter - EvaN - 8:39pm on 03/25/10

17980. Secret ingredients - Richard in Cincy - 4:58pm on 03/25/10 (10)

Last year I got a deal at Costco on a bunch of jars of smoked paprika. . . - mistral - 5:30pm on 03/25/10

Also great in Hummus! - GayleMO - 3:07am on 03/26/10
Is smoked paprika the same as "regular" paprika? [NT] - barb_b - 6:32pm on 03/26/10

No, it's totally different. Smoked is much more pungent with a great smokey taste. It really - Meryl - 9:05pm on 03/26/10

Thanks, I will have to pick some up.... [NT] - barb_b - 1:20pm on 03/31/10

I don't know what brand of beans you used, but I really like... - Michael in Phoenix - 6:36pm on 03/25/10

I buy the regular refried beans and always add salsa, onion, cilantro, - KarenNoCA - 11:28pm on 03/25/10

Something I use a lot in unexpected ways is parmesan cheese. I use it to add body to many things. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:23pm on 03/25/10

Hey, I think a bunch of you went to Egypt with Richard. Nice to hear from you! [NT] - AngAk - 11:59pm on 03/25/10

when I make turkey gravy, I add the roasted veggies that were under the turkey and pulverize them - AngAk - 12:03am on 03/26/10

17981. File under "stupidly simple" little pleasure: I cleaned a couple bunches of asparagus the other... - Michael in Phoenix - 6:42pm on 03/25/10 (10)

Sounds delish! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:13pm on 03/25/10
Never thought of the skewer- great idea. I even like them cold! By the way, Michael, - CynUpstateNY - 12:29am on 03/26/10
spread some good mayo on some nice white sandwich bread, add your left over asparagus, cover, cut - Janet in NC - 12:49am on 03/26/10
Love stupidly simple, love grilled asparagus..here's last nights 'stupidly simple' - suz - 12:09pm on 03/26/10

NFRC: Do you do pilates, Suz? I've always wanted to try it... is - DawnNYS - 4:01pm on 03/26/10

I am a Pilates Instructor. Long lean toned muscles, think dancer's body! [LINK] - suz - 6:57pm on 03/26/10

Great site, Suz! You look warm, caring, fun loving and energetic! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:06pm on 03/26/10

Thank you, I hope so, it's who I am and what I wanted to project!! [NT] - suz - 8:29pm on 03/26/10

Nice job! I love the Thoreau quote. [NT] - AngAk - 1:29am on 03/27/10

Thank you! [NT] - suz - 1:43am on 03/27/10

17982. Because I order the produce for our co-op, I may have about 15 bunches of cilantro as of tomorrow. - Dawn_MO - 10:58pm on 03/25/10 (8)

Make cilantro pesto....I have lots of it frozen in my refer in Food Saver Bags - KarenNoCA - 11:24pm on 03/25/10

Great idea, thanks Karen. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:51am on 03/26/10

I make a cilantro vinaigrette [LINK] - judy-mass - 1:36am on 03/26/10

I love this recipe and I haven't made it in awhile. Thanks Judy. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:51am on 03/26/10

Rec: Cilantro Chutney - Melissa Dallas - 2:49am on 03/26/10

This sounds good Melissa. How would you use this? Thanks. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:52am on 03/26/10

I've never made it but there is an Indian restaurant near where we work - Melissa Dallas - 2:11pm on 03/26/10

Everyone jumped in and took some extra so that I wouldn't be stuck with so many. - Dawn_MO - 9:37pm on 03/26/10

17983. ISO advice on a brisket slider. I'm catering a reception after a funeral and the family requested - Joe - 12:24am on 03/26/10 (9)

It sounds wonderful-will the meat be drippy though? Just thinking about the - Melissa Dallas - 2:44am on 03/26/10

I'm thinking it will have to have been braised, cooled in its liquid, and reheated. - Joe - 5:36am on 03/26/10

I'd shred the beef before putting it on the buns, it'll slip less and hold shape better. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:52am on 03/26/10
I haven't made this recipe but you might want to take a look at the article. [NT] [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 11:49am on 03/26/10

Sounds great! Thanks, Dawn. And thanks, Steve and Melissa, for the tips. [NT] - Joe - 2:44pm on 03/26/10

Joe, here is a recipe I developed years ago that might interest you - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:35pm on 03/26/10

Yum! Thanks, Cathy [NT] - Joe - 10:30pm on 03/26/10

Creme fraiche horseradish sauce!!! - Music City Missy - 2:32am on 03/27/10

Watermelon Schnapps? What will you southerners think of next! Thanks, Missy, I'll check out Bailey [NT] - Joe - 2:07am on 03/28/10

17984. I'm finally doing a class at Askinoskie Chocolate...... [LINK] - GayleMO - 3:11am on 03/26/10 (2)

wow, just wow. [NT] - AngAk - 4:23am on 03/26/10
I wish I could go with you too!!!! Don't forget to give us a full report! [NT] - Meryl - 9:07pm on 03/26/10

17985. Anyone making anything new for passover? [NT] - elaine - 6:34am on 03/26/10 (10)

First time I'm not making it or contributing...attending my parents' Temple's seder in Florida [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:11am on 03/26/10
Perhaps this is a good place to ask for favorite brisket recipes - suz - 12:18pm on 03/26/10

Our household favorite! - deb-in-MI - 12:55pm on 03/26/10

Guinness braised beef brisket - SusanKentfieldCa - 8:53pm on 03/26/10

Peppered Beef Brisket - SusanKentfieldCa - 8:56pm on 03/26/10

Beef Brisket - SusanKentfieldCa - 8:58pm on 03/26/10

Apple Glazed Beef Brisket ( I do love brisket!) - SusanKentfieldCa - 2:14pm on 03/27/10

Brisket with Portabello Mushrooms and Dried Cranberries - deb-in-MI - 12:58pm on 03/26/10
I want brisket for breakfast. like now. these must smell wonderful. [NT] - AngAk - 5:39pm on 03/26/10
Check this out: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:40pm on 03/26/10

17986. I made the No-Knead Harvest Bread - BobbiJoAZ - 2:43pm on 03/26/10 (13)

Any chance you'd share where the loaf pan with lid came from? It WOULD be great for French Bread! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:51pm on 03/26/10

I got it through Amazon - BobbiJoAZ - 3:25pm on 03/27/10
There's an oval 2.5 quart w/ lid at World Market this week for $19.95 - Luisa_Calif - 3:27pm on 03/27/10
King Arthur Flour has a stoneware loaf pan without a lid for - BobbiJoAZ - 7:34pm on 03/27/10
Thanks you guys. I see a covered stoneware loaf pan in my near future. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:05pm on 03/27/10

Will try it with another batch of Rye, Fig and Fennel loaf, next time I make it. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:06pm on 03/27/10

UR' killin' me! I wanna make everybread you make! - Luisa_Calif - 8:19pm on 03/27/10

The Fennel & Fig turned out great, pix tomorrow. And you probably don't want to try EVERYBREAD I've - Steve2 in LA - 3:50am on 03/28/10

Looked at the clock and it's officially "tomorrow". With apologies to Luisa, here's a photo ... [IMAGE] - Steve2 in LA - 7:10am on 03/28/10
I guess I won't be tryin' that one. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 11:14pm on 03/28/10

I gathered some wild fenel pollen last year...haven't used it yet. - Luisa_Calif - 11:16pm on 03/28/10

Fennel pollen is probably more a conceit than a necessary ingredient but I had some so I tossed a - Steve2 in LA - 7:22am on 03/29/10

So glad you enjoyed it-- I'm going to make it again for Easter :) [NT] - MoNJ - 1:00pm on 03/29/10

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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