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17353. To check out: German Chocolate Cake Brownies [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 11:49pm on 01/04/10 (6)

~time to try on my new tinfoil hat~ (((Meryl))) [NT] - LisainLA - 2:46am on 01/05/10

Ha! Amazing! I was thinking of you when I posted this! [NT] - Meryl - 3:33am on 01/05/10

LOL! [NT] - LisainLA - 5:51am on 01/05/10

I am going to make these Thursday or Friday for Russian Christmas! - Heather_in_SF - 3:27pm on 01/05/10

I think your mojo is back---it takes some good mojo to re-heat well, like the turkey. go for it! [NT] - AngAk - 7:36pm on 01/05/10

It might be, tonight I caramelized onions properly and assembled a massive turkey panino - open face - Heather_in_SF - 8:57am on 01/06/10

17354. REC:Chewy Amaretti Cookies.I seem to be on an almond paste kick. These just look so good. [NT] [LINK] - Cindy - 1:08am on 01/05/10 (0)

17355. Searching for Italian bakers - oli - 2:32am on 01/05/10 (3)

Isn't there supposed to be some milk or cream in here? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 4:13am on 01/05/10
Here's the link to the recipe... [LINK] - judy-mass - 5:05am on 01/05/10
Woops, I forgot about the milk [NT] - oli - 2:06pm on 01/05/10

17356. Marilyn, you might get a kick out of this post about the trials of someone making Oreo truffles... [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 7:24am on 01/05/10 (3)

Pop Poop! The Sequel! - MarilynFL - 9:54am on 01/05/10

Yup, it was the pop poop that made me think of you! LOL!!! Not that you're poopy or anything... - Sandi in Hawaii - 10:06am on 01/05/10

Glass got so hot in the 1100 watt that it was burning the disks, - MarilynFL - 10:33am on 01/05/10

17357. NFRSmiles: Silent Monks Singing the "Halleluia" chorus [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:27am on 01/05/10 (6)

Some people are just so clever, what a great idea. Thanks for sharing Marilyn! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 1:58pm on 01/05/10
Loved this M--thanks [NT] - charlie - 3:14pm on 01/05/10
Loved the site--check out St Frances de Sissies chorus on the same page-hilarious! [NT] - aajay - 1:56pm on 01/06/10

That was great! I wonder how long they had to practice?! [NT] - cheezz - 4:50am on 01/07/10

They're not saying. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:28am on 01/08/10

yuk, yuk, yuk :) [NT] - cheezz - 1:01am on 01/08/10

17358. Can we start a thread of favorite recipes using beans? :o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:02pm on 01/05/10 (70)

17358. Black Bean "Hummus" [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 6:34pm on 01/06/10 (22)

I'll start. Rec: Black Bean Soup with Cumin, Cilantro and Lime - Pat-NoCal - 5:03pm on 01/05/10
Cowboy Caviar [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 6:35pm on 01/06/10

Curry-Lentil Soup - Meryl - 9:27pm on 01/05/10
the Black Bean Hummus was supposed to be here. it was the magic over 30 post. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 6:38pm on 01/06/10

(Sorry - posted in wrong spot - I was so enamored of the Black Bean Soup!) [NT] - Meryl - 9:29pm on 01/05/10
Mr Manetta's Butter Beans and Sausages(Greek style) [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 6:42pm on 01/06/10

Calico Baked Beans(Crockpot or oven) - AngAk - 6:55pm on 01/06/10

Rec: Spicy Garbanzo Bean And Turkey Sausage Soup [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 10:13pm on 01/05/10

Rec: White Bean Dip with Pita Chips [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 10:32pm on 01/05/10

Rec: Black Beans with Ham Hock, Cilantro, and Lime - Pat-NoCal - 10:35pm on 01/05/10

My favourite baked bean recipe... - emtd - 5:17pm on 01/05/10
Rec: Slow-Cooker Cassoulet - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:55pm on 01/05/10

Love this!!! And it freezes well. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:51pm on 01/05/10

Rec: Cathy Z's Zippy Bean Salad - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:59pm on 01/05/10
Lima Beans and Pears - KC_ - 6:38pm on 01/05/10
My 3: White Beans, White Beans with Tomatoes and Pasta Fagiole - rhoward2va - 8:54pm on 01/05/10
Gallo Pinto (Costa Rican Rice and Beans) - Meryl - 9:33pm on 01/05/10
Black Bean Patties with Cilantro and Lime - Meryl - 9:34pm on 01/05/10
Vegetable Chili [LINK] - Meryl - 9:36pm on 01/05/10
REC: Borracho Beans - Dawn_MO - 9:38pm on 01/05/10

REC: Chipotle Baked Beans - Dawn_MO - 10:33pm on 01/05/10
REC: Bean Salad in Cilantro Vinaigrette - Dawn_MO - 6:41pm on 01/08/10
REC: Tuscan Tuna and Cannellini Salad - Dawn_MO - 7:00pm on 01/08/10
REC: Family Recipe (Diana/NYC's) Vegetarian Black Beans - Dawn_MO - 7:26pm on 01/08/10

Curried Couscous Salad with Dried Cranberries (also in T&T) [LINK] - Meryl - 9:40pm on 01/05/10
Farfalle with Spinach and Garbanzo Beans [LINK] - Meryl - 9:41pm on 01/05/10

Made this tonight....yummy! [NT] - judy-mass - 3:03am on 01/06/10

Glad you liked it! [NT] - Meryl - 6:11am on 01/06/10

Spaghetti Alla Ceci (Spaghetti With Chick Peas) - Meryl - 9:44pm on 01/05/10
Vegetable Couscous Paella [LINK] - Meryl - 9:45pm on 01/05/10
REC: Spinach & Black Bean Lasagna - judy-mass - 9:59pm on 01/05/10
REC: Sweet & Spicy BBQ Beans - judy-mass - 10:03pm on 01/05/10
REC: Greek-Style Lentils - thanks again for sharing this one, Mimi! [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 10:18pm on 01/05/10

And that is Greek Style Lentil Soup. :-) [NT] - LisainLA - 10:19pm on 01/05/10

Plaki-Greek Lima Beans - Melissa Dallas - 2:12am on 01/06/10
Sorry Pat, I'm out. Signed, Lady Hindenburg. [NT] - FloriSandy - 3:59am on 01/06/10
REC: Easy Baked Beans - Scott in Scottsdale - 5:22am on 01/06/10

"Recipe doubles very well" Oh my darlin' Scott ! Wha', I'm tortured 'cus I - FloriSandy - 5:41am on 01/06/10

Frankly, my dear....well, you know. ;) [NT] - Scott in Scottsdale - 6:30pm on 01/07/10

I can't think about that right now. If I do, I'll go crazy. I'll think about that tomorrow. Scarlett [NT] - FloriSandy - 3:47am on 01/09/10

REC: Illiria Bean Soup.... SO yummy! - cheezz - 5:54am on 01/06/10

REC: Southwestern Beans - cheezz - 5:55am on 01/06/10

REC: Grammy's Bean Salad - cheezz - 5:56am on 01/06/10

REC: Hoppin' John Risotto - cheezz - 5:58am on 01/06/10

REC: Cannellini with Tomato-Sage Sauce -- thanks Joe!!! - cheezz - 6:00am on 01/06/10

You're so welcome. I was just going to post it myself. [NT] - Joe - 12:06am on 01/07/10

30 Minute Cassoulet - Sylvia - 11:45am on 01/06/10
French Canadian Style Baked Beans - Sylvia - 11:48am on 01/06/10
Vegetarian Chili - Sylvia - 11:52am on 01/06/10
Quinoa & Black Bean Salad - Sylvia - 11:53am on 01/06/10
Rec: Chili for a crowd from Silver Palate. Also I have made the vegetarian chili also. Nice menu [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 1:36pm on 01/06/10
Yikes, race you for the Beano. These all look wonderful [NT] - lorijean - 3:01pm on 01/06/10

I agree. Thought it would be a good year to start doing more beans, legumes and whole grains. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:35pm on 01/06/10

One more! Pat's Amazing Chili [LINK] - LisainLA - 3:55pm on 01/06/10

Lisa, do you use the chili powder with the extra spices mixed in, or straight powdered chile? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:34pm on 01/06/10

((Michael)) I've used both types of chili powder, depending on what I have in the cupboard. [LINK] - LisainLA - 6:24pm on 01/06/10

One thing I like to do with chili is to have some chuck roast ground by the butcher... - Michael in Phoenix - 9:08pm on 01/06/10

Forgot an old favorite- Sausage-Lentil Soup - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:53pm on 01/06/10

Love this one! [NT] - AngAk - 6:36pm on 01/06/10

Here is my favorite bean recipe that I've never made, but enjoyed very much: REC: Joe's Cassoulet [LINK] - LisainLA - 6:31pm on 01/06/10

You just wanted to tease us!! I am so jealous! : ) [NT] - barb_b - 6:59pm on 01/06/10

Not my intent to make anyone jealous - but it was good! ;D [NT] - LisainLA - 5:16am on 01/07/10

Maybe she'll get jealous enough to try the recipe ;-) [NT] - Joe - 10:49pm on 01/07/10

Here is a delicious chickpea salad with vegetables and a little anchovy [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 12:10am on 01/07/10

And a simpler one with herbs and garlic [NT] - Joe - 12:11am on 01/07/10

My secret decoder ring is on the fritz. ;-) [NT] - LisainLA - 5:15am on 01/07/10

Here ya go. (Dang, and my New Year's resolution was to stop doing that, lol). [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 7:33pm on 01/07/10

Pat - can you put this one in Great Threads, too? [NT] - cheezz - 4:51am on 01/07/10

done :o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:20pm on 01/07/10

17359. Have any resolutionary diets started yet? I have one more craving to fulfill before... - Michael in Phoenix - 6:00pm on 01/05/10 (31)

WOW - Michael - you are so handsome!!! [NT] - Elenor - 6:27pm on 01/05/10

Ha! This guy WISHES he looked like me! (yeah, right...) [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:33pm on 01/05/10

Hubba Hubba [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:51pm on 01/05/10

And of course, he's all natural... (yeah, right...) - Michael in Phoenix - 7:34pm on 01/05/10

My plan was to redo my eating plan to really eat clean. I have for most of my adult life, even - Nan - 6:57pm on 01/05/10

Less meat and more vegetarian dishes for me. I can't give ut cheese - EvaN - 10:24am on 01/06/10

Make that ....give UP cheese.....please. Ugh! [NT] - EvaN - 10:25am on 01/06/10

me either :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:51am on 01/07/10

those are lo carb, right?!?! [NT] - AngAk - 8:15pm on 01/05/10

No, pretty well balanced, the butternut ravioli has 42 grams carb, including 5 of fiber, - Nan - 9:05pm on 01/05/10

I was speaking of Michael's chicken wings---lo carb, wink wink. [NT] - AngAk - 12:13am on 01/06/10

I'm doing protein drinks and lo carb snacks this week. my mantra is: I can do it just one week. - AngAk - 12:15am on 01/06/10

Pork rinds with guac? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 12:17am on 01/06/10

Bacon-wrapped cheese wedges? [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:04pm on 01/08/10

I was just thinking this same thing. I picked a small piece of Traca's ricotta pound cake - DawnNYS - 11:09pm on 01/05/10
I'm working my way towards Mark Bittman's Vegan before 6 but bacon is calling my name - Music City Missy - 2:05am on 01/06/10
Oh doncha know my neighbor comes over for a t - FloriSandy - 3:43am on 01/06/10

Bad neighbor!! Devil Woman!! I'll be right down to take that evil stuff off your hands. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:32am on 01/06/10

Sorry Michael, I beat you to it! [NT] - FloriSandy - 8:07pm on 01/06/10

Sandy, I was just looking for a buffalo wing recipe. (Michaels post inspired me) [LINK] - barb_b - 12:06pm on 01/06/10

Oooh that looks so good! I broke down last night and - FloriSandy - 7:59pm on 01/06/10

One of my favorite things is a nice juicy tomato with my MILs Blue Cheese dressing :-) - LisainLA - 6:38pm on 01/06/10

No gin and tonics til I lose 5 lbs. If that doesn't work, I'll give up wine. I don't think food's - Curious1 - 4:21pm on 01/06/10

I stopped drinking in October. I felt like it was getting in the way, even though it's never been.. - Michael in Phoenix - 4:28pm on 01/06/10
A friend sent me this interesting article...how alcohol impairs [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:29pm on 01/06/10

Thanks Pat, interesting. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:51pm on 01/07/10

It's not 'exactly' wine that is my 5# problem, it's that I eat more if I've had more than 1 glass [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:51pm on 01/06/10
not to be an enabler, but if you drink a tall gin and tonic, there are 80 calories - Nan - 2:54am on 01/07/10

Yes, but another 80 for the gin x 2 and that's 300 extra calories a day. No wonder I gained weight! [NT] - Curious1 - 7:55pm on 01/07/10

It's not the gin it's the tonic water. Gin is just a bunch of herbs with a hint of Christmas tree. - Michael in Sarasota - 10:57pm on 01/07/10

diet tonic. ahhhhhhhh. love my diet tonic. [NT] - AngAk - 11:30pm on 01/07/10

17360. What is your Best New Kitchen Tip for 2009 ? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:57pm on 01/06/10 (18)

Stick an instant read thermometer in the bread to see if it's really done. [LINK] - Luisa_Calif - 5:02pm on 01/06/10

An "in-the-oven" meat thermometer may be used as an instant read thermometer. . . - mistral - 5:11pm on 01/06/10
another bread related---take bread out of pan and put back in oven for 5 minutes or more. - AngAk - 6:29pm on 01/06/10
Nick Malgieri (in How to Bake) always says take bread's temp. It's done when it's 210. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 7:56pm on 01/07/10
190 degrees F means it's done. Been doing that for awhile and it never fails. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 4:10am on 01/08/10

That number's from the Bread Baker's Apprentice cookbook. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 4:11am on 01/08/10

A falling knife has no handle! Don't attempt to catch it, let it drop. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:11pm on 01/06/10
Ov Gloves, when wet, transfer heat. Make sure they are completely dry from the dryer, prior to using [NT] - barb_b - 6:55pm on 01/06/10
This took me years to learn. it is about cutting celery. - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:09am on 01/07/10

Good one! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 1:04am on 01/07/10
Brilliant!!! And totally DUH! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 7:08am on 01/07/10

Peel bananas from the bottom up - gets rid of the "string" [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:24am on 01/07/10

seems I remember reading that's how monkeys do it?? [NT] - Nan - 3:50am on 01/07/10

and remember shipmates from South America and the Caribbean who grew up - Nan - 4:43am on 01/07/10

I read it somewhere, also about the monkey thing, but I can't remember where - DawnNYS - 4:41pm on 01/08/10

It also tears open much easier, and the stem makes a nice little handle. [NT] - Scott in Scottsdale - 7:40am on 01/07/10

I fill ice trays with iced tea, and use those cubes to keep my iced tea "iced". [NT] - Scott in Scottsdale - 7:44am on 01/07/10

Love this one!! I go through so much iced tea and ice seems to dilute it....Thanks for the tip! [NT] - barb_b - 4:34pm on 01/07/10

17361. Meryl, I loved your Curry-lentil soup! Loved it!!! [LINK] - EvaN - 5:05pm on 01/06/10 (1)

Eva, I'm so glad you liked it!!! [NT] - Meryl - 8:03pm on 01/06/10

17362. Can you help with cooking directions in Italian please? - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:15pm on 01/06/10 (2)

This is what Google Translate says: - Michael in Sarasota - 11:31pm on 01/06/10

Thank you Michael- didn't know there was a Google Translate. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:03am on 01/07/10

17363. NFRC Do we have any rights if an item we purchase on Craigs List bites - DawnNYS - 11:29pm on 01/06/10 (2)

Dawn, I found this link from Craig's List under Frequently Asked Questions [LINK] - FloriSandy - 2:03am on 01/07/10
This is the town I was talking about!>> [LINK] - DawnNYS - 3:20am on 01/07/10

17364. On a happier note, REC Butter Tarts - DawnNYS - 11:45pm on 01/06/10 (3)

Love Butter Tarts. Here's mine. - Elenor - 1:24am on 01/07/10

Looks good... do you know, did this originate as a Canadian dessert? [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:43pm on 01/08/10

And here is a recipe making them in a pan [LINK] - DawnNYS - 5:04pm on 01/08/10

17365. JudyW!!! Your Icebox Butterhorns are marvelous!!! I make 3 so you can put them in T&T now... [LINK] [IMAGE] - cheezz - 4:30am on 01/07/10 (17)

YUM, I want one NOW! [NT] - PatBastrop - 3:21pm on 01/07/10

Dibs on the other one. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:46pm on 01/07/10

Too Late, ;-) Enjoy. [NT] - Joe - 5:15am on 01/09/10

question on keeping bread soft.... wasn't there a thread on adding glycerin or something?? [NT] - cheezz - 8:01pm on 01/07/10

I found it!! Orchid - if you're around - can you tell me how much lecithin you added to your bread? [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 8:16pm on 01/07/10

and where you buy liquid lecithin? Thanks! [NT] - cheezz - 8:21pm on 01/07/10

Health food stores carry it...but ask one of your friends. Someone--I guarantee-- - MarilynFL - 11:27pm on 01/07/10

I take it to strengthen nails. It really works. They grow quickly as does my hair. - Marg CDN - 1:21am on 01/08/10

my nails. (fingernails) I'm not a construction worker. [NT] - Marg CDN - 1:22am on 01/08/10

you only play one on TV?? chuckle. I'm getting me some. my nails are a wreck. [NT] - AngAk - 7:54pm on 01/08/10

An easier way to add lecithin to bread... - judy-mass - 11:30pm on 01/07/10

Thanks Judy and Marilyn... Judy, do you think it helps the bread to stay softer? [NT] - cheezz - 1:00am on 01/08/10

Sorry cheezz, late to the show. Did you get your questions answered? [NT] - orchid - 4:42am on 01/08/10
Cheez, it helps hold moisture in the dough, so yes! [NT] - judy-mass - 12:46pm on 01/08/10

Definitely agree with judy on the granules. Consider sharing with a friend. - MarilynFL - 5:11pm on 01/08/10

Keep the container closed tightly... - judy-mass - 9:59pm on 01/08/10
maybe keep a piece of uncooked lasagna noodle in with it :) [NT] - cheezz - 2:27am on 01/09/10

17366. The 2nd Annual SAVEUR Foodie GIVEAWAY. I received this in my [LINK] - FloriSandy - 5:30am on 01/07/10 (2)

Thanks Sandy! [NT] - Meryl - 5:31am on 01/07/10
Thanks bunches! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 8:13pm on 01/10/10

17367. 3-minute dinner: fresh shrimp + Cedar's Mediterranean Chickpea Salad [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 4:30pm on 01/07/10 (2)

Here's another 3 minute Chickpea salad recipe I created myself - Marsha tbay - 4:45pm on 01/07/10
Marilyn, you could go cook with orchid at Publix----great timesaving recipe this one. [NT] - AngAk - 10:06pm on 01/07/10

17368. Wonderful Recipe - Better Homes & Gardens Banana Bread with Streusel Nut Topping < [LINK] - GayR - 6:05pm on 01/07/10 (0)

17369. Carb lovers, unite. Did you know that the brain operates on carbs only? - EvaN - 9:07pm on 01/07/10 (3)

maybe that's why I'm making mistakes at work this week. daggum locarb diet. [NT] - AngAk - 11:28pm on 01/07/10
oh honey...then you should call me Einstein. I can personally debunk that theory. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:27am on 01/08/10
Here are the facts [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 12:54am on 01/08/10

17370. Please share a suggestion for "light hors d'oeuvres" that I am supposed to provide, along with other - Marianne - 4:58am on 01/08/10 (81)

Whoa, that's quite a large last-minute event alright. All I can think of is to buy a few loaves of [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 5:56am on 01/08/10
REC: Salmon Canapes - these are delicious. Also, lots of great ideas in T&T - click the link: [LINK] - Meryl - 8:11am on 01/08/10
Green Chile Cheese Spread - this is supposed to be excellent: - Meryl - 8:15am on 01/08/10

Meryl, this sounds like another winner. I'm going to test it this weekend. Thanks! [NT] - Marianne - 9:48pm on 01/08/10

Let me know how it turns out - it's been on my to-try list forever! [NT] - Meryl - 11:43pm on 01/08/10

Another idea is hummus with pita chips. [NT] - Meryl - 8:19am on 01/08/10
Don't forget carrot and celery sticks to serve with your spinach dip or the hummus. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 1:28pm on 01/08/10

Barbara, I'm still going to bring a batch of the spinach dip, but I really like your idea of - Marianne - 8:29pm on 01/08/10

Wheat thins also come in a little larger size cracker which might be more - Pat-NoCal - 9:31pm on 01/08/10

One of the candidates had a reception last summer, and served the spinach dip with - Marianne - 9:45pm on 01/08/10

There's something appealing about all the retro-popular foods. Deviled eggs seem to - Pat-NoCal - 10:12pm on 01/08/10

it's the lo-carb folks. snarfing up the protein. snarf snarf. [NT] - AngAk - 1:47am on 01/09/10

Yup! [NT] - Marianne - 3:40am on 01/09/10

Marianne - You may find this useful Mark Bittman's 101 Simple Appetizers in 20 minutes or less [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 2:45pm on 01/08/10

Yes, this a great link, and I'm studying it now. Thanks. [NT] - Marianne - 8:30pm on 01/08/10
Gay, you are right. I just printed out this article, and there are FAB ideas here. Thanks. [NT] - Marianne - 6:30am on 01/09/10

Just bring some cheese, crackers and grapes and hope they won't ask you next time. [NT] - aajay - 3:02pm on 01/08/10

aajay, you are cracking me up! My sentiments exactly! LOL [NT] - Marianne - 8:35pm on 01/08/10

REC: Boursin Cheese (diff from rec in T&T) makes a ton - MoNJ - 3:36pm on 01/08/10

Mo, this is going to be one of my choices. Thanks. [NT] - Marianne - 8:36pm on 01/08/10

What about shrimp? Joe's shrimp thread has a number of offerings that would be [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:51pm on 01/08/10

p.s. Or if finger sandwiches were a possibility, they're really not difficult - Pat-NoCal - 4:29pm on 01/08/10

Pat, the only volunteer on this assembly line will be me, in the boondocks, an hour away from the - Marianne - 8:41pm on 01/08/10

What was done for the tea party finger sandwiches.... - Pat-NoCal - 9:27pm on 01/08/10

another trick is to use those trays, but upside down. pile the sandwiches in the deep cover and use - AngAk - 1:49am on 01/09/10

Gotcha. TKS. [NT] - Marianne - 3:39am on 01/09/10
There ya go. Vee have vays. ;o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:39am on 01/09/10

Maybe I'm just cheap, but shrimp for 200 sounds $$. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:41pm on 01/08/10

could be, M didn't mention a budget, was just trying to offer easy ideas other than spinach - Pat-NoCal - 5:23pm on 01/08/10

Seems like "enough for 200" can't be cheap in any form. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:05pm on 01/08/10

I'll bring a couple of these suggestions, and hope the other volunteers do their part. There's - Marianne - 8:58pm on 01/08/10

Mar, I'm with you here. The attendees are strangers to me, I'l probably never see many of them - Marianne - 8:10pm on 01/08/10

Pat, thank you so much for making me realize that one spot like a spinach dip station would be a - Marianne - 8:23pm on 01/08/10

I agree. Having food spread around the room helps keep backlogs from happening - Traca - 12:22am on 01/09/10

The Knorr's Spinach Dip is always served in a large bread bowl [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 4:13pm on 01/08/10

I just realized it calls for pumperknickel bread in this recipe. We always us sourdough rounds, cut - KarenNoCA - 4:15pm on 01/08/10

Liptauer Cheese - KC_ - 4:30pm on 01/08/10

KC, I definitely like the idea of this pink cheese on a platter with the Boursin. TKS! [NT] - Marianne - 8:45pm on 01/08/10

I agree Marianne, I like this combo alot. I'm grabbing both recipes! [NT] - orchid - 9:29pm on 01/08/10

As usual, you have given me many wonderful suggestions for this event, and I thank "y'all" so much!! - Marianne - 7:58pm on 01/08/10

Costco. great cheese selection, hummus and tapenade are very good too. [NT] - AngAk - 8:03pm on 01/08/10

Oh, Ang, how I wish that I had a Costco or Whole Foods near me. I hear that they are wonderful! [NT] - Marianne - 8:34pm on 01/08/10

Black Grape & Fontina Cheese Skewers - Traca - 8:50pm on 01/08/10

Homemade Gravlax with Dilled Cucumbers - Traca - 8:52pm on 01/08/10
James Beard's Chicken Liver Pate - Can't tell you how good this is! Super easy too. - Traca - 8:53pm on 01/08/10

Don't make with smoked liverwurst - pink and yuk! - colleenmomof2 - 9:05pm on 01/08/10

The good thing is, it's pretty cheap to make. I used a $5 block of liverwerst... [NT] - Traca - 9:55pm on 01/08/10

I made it and wasn't too pleased with the taste although a few guests asked for the recipe. Another - Sylvia - 11:45pm on 01/08/10

I have two killer recipes for Chopped Chicken Livers, and I think I'll pass this one by. I don't - Marianne - 12:54am on 01/09/10

I saw this posted on this site recently, and saved it. Has anyone else made it? [NT] - Marianne - 9:30pm on 01/08/10

Marinated Eggplant with Caper Spread - (broil the eggplant) - Traca - 8:55pm on 01/08/10
Cheese Crackers/Cocktail Cookies - Traca - 8:58pm on 01/08/10

Traca, I know your recipes are fab, but I wouldn't go to this much effort for this event. I'll save - Marianne - 9:31pm on 01/08/10

I make up a batch of the dough & keep it in the fridge. My tip: Don't slice them too thin. - Traca - 9:58pm on 01/08/10

Ooh, ooh, ooh, BINGO, Traca! I'll use frilly "club picks" and put one grape and one cube of cheese - Marianne - 9:25pm on 01/08/10

Sounds like a great tie in with the local honey! YAY. [NT] - Traca - 9:56pm on 01/08/10

Do you mind baking? These crispy cheddar bites are hugely popular. I had to make three batches over [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 9:14pm on 01/08/10

I would bake for friends and family, but not for this group. I'm having two sets of house guests in - Marianne - 9:29pm on 01/08/10

Another of my favorites: - Traca - 12:28am on 01/09/10
Holy Cow! I never expected that my request would generate such a huge response! You and this site - Marianne - 1:09am on 01/09/10
I suggest you do several dips and spreads- spinach, egg salad, hummus, black bean or other bean, ... - elaine - 4:40am on 01/09/10

Very good advice, elaine. The addition of egg salad intrigues me. Does anyone think it will be - Marianne - 4:50am on 01/09/10

Properly chilled egg salad will be good sitting out at room temperature for no more than an hour - FloriSandy - 5:25am on 01/09/10

Sandy, of course I would keep the egg salad cold before I took it to the event, and I could easily - Marianne - 6:24am on 01/09/10

Marianne, I don't think it would be wise for people to dip for themselves as they - FloriSandy - 6:39am on 01/09/10

You rang? It just so happens that I have eggxcellent eggxtrasensory perception. [NT] - Meryl - 6:44am on 01/09/10

That cannot be eggxtinguished. [NT] - Meryl - 6:45am on 01/09/10

Uh-oh........................ I'm putting my head under the covers all night!! - FloriSandy - 6:49am on 01/09/10

I take eggxception to that. [NT] - Meryl - 6:59am on 01/09/10

Come on out Sandy - I hope you're not eggravated. [NT] - Meryl - 7:00am on 01/09/10

Certainly not eggravated! I'm here, but not here, if you get my drift... [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 7:16am on 01/09/10

ROFL!! Perfect! Is that your eggsclusive photo? [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:02pm on 01/09/10

I'm eggasperated, testing Meryl's Chile Cheese Spread, Sandy's Crisbits, and Meryl's Salmon Canapes, - Marianne - 3:09am on 01/10/10

Eggxcellent choices. [NT] - Meryl - 3:32am on 01/10/10

Yuk, yuk! LOL [NT] - Marianne - 4:43am on 01/10/10

I meant to clarify a "help yourself bowl" would have to include a spoon! - sheesh [NT] - FloriSandy - 7:35am on 01/09/10

I take two bowls, one slightly small than the other. Place smaller one inside the other, - Nan - 1:02pm on 01/09/10

I know I am at the end of this but Egg Mousse is an amazing app. Egg salad with a difference and - joanietoo - 4:22pm on 01/09/10

Thanks, Joanie. This sounds great. Another addition for my "try me" file! [NT] - KC_ - 4:36pm on 01/09/10
Hmmm..this looks really different, and I think I will try it this week. Thanks. [NT] - Marianne - 3:12am on 01/10/10

For strangers...a large bowl of marinated veggies... - Glennis_NoCA - 9:06pm on 01/10/10

17371. Tarte Tatin - Pam - 3:14pm on 01/08/10 (3)

Pam, I use a regular cast-iron skillet.. A cake pan would also work, but the heavier the better. [NT] - Joe - 3:50pm on 01/08/10
According to Nigella it's super fine sugar. here's her site with other conversions. - Liz D - 4:49pm on 01/08/10
Agree with cast iron, but I've made this many times in regular skillets and straight-sided saute - Shaun in TO - 4:57pm on 01/08/10

17372. I think this is our dinner tonight. REC: Mediterranean Tuna Salad on Foccacia [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 5:19pm on 01/08/10 (2)

And when I can get out, I want to make this: REC: Iceberg Babies [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 5:29pm on 01/08/10
Sounds delish! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:20pm on 02/15/10

17373. ISO Dawn MO-- tried your Orange Cranberry Smoked Turkey mini muffins - MoNJ - 7:04pm on 01/08/10 (3)

I'm glad you liked them Mo. - Dawn_MO - 3:53pm on 01/09/10
can't find this recipe, ladies.... could you direct me? Thanks! [NT] - cheezz - 6:20pm on 01/09/10

I couldn't find the original link,(probably because ther are no cranberries, :(but here's the recipe - MoNJ - 6:55pm on 01/11/10

17374. Gratitude - Melissa Dallas - 9:01pm on 01/08/10 (30)

((Melissa)) 1920's houses in California don't heat well either. I was on the phone to a service rep - Joe - 10:08pm on 01/08/10

Indeed...why? LOL I'm with you both. Sweats on and the high tomorrow - orchid - 10:34pm on 01/08/10

Gosh, Melissa -- I hope they have fixed it by now -- it is going to be 14 here tonight! - PatBastrop - 11:52pm on 01/08/10

It was fixed by about 10:30 this a.m. Took nearly 2 hours to get back to 60. - Melissa Dallas - 2:54am on 01/09/10
And by the way, isn't this cold RIDICULOUS for here-especially where you are? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:08am on 01/09/10

Yep, it's weather. [NT] - orchid - 3:44am on 01/09/10
Ridiculous! There is nothing worse than forced air heat! The humidity in the house - PatBastrop - 4:56am on 01/09/10

To answer "why?" Every room in my house has a capped off gas outlet. There was a brief period early - Joe - 3:46am on 01/09/10

Maybe where YOU ARE in California! *LOL* - Glennis_NoCA - 9:12pm on 01/10/10

I know how lucky I am, drafty house and all. I spent the day at the community garden planting fruit - Joe - 3:16am on 01/11/10

My ) "why" was in response to why do things break at 11 pm. ;0) - orchid - 9:46pm on 01/10/10

Have no idea why that ) is there...whateverrrr [NT] - orchid - 9:49pm on 01/10/10

Or on weekends or holidays.... [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:52am on 01/09/10

I've been more troubled by pets who get deathly sick at exacly 5:45, requiring emergency treatment - Joe - 5:14am on 01/09/10

Yes, absolutely. That always happens too. What is worse, my vet - Melissa Dallas - 3:37pm on 01/09/10

Oof! Don't remind me...I lost power for 8 days in a snowstorm last year. [NT] - Traca - 11:55pm on 01/08/10
electric throws, electric blankets, heating pads, hand warmers, hot toddies. [NT] - AngAk - 1:44am on 01/09/10

Ha! And I just said to myself today that I must go buy another pair of - orchid - 2:58am on 01/09/10

orchid, I just bought two pairs of sweats yesterday at el cheapo - FloriSandy - 3:10am on 01/09/10

Yes, I must! [NT] - orchid - 3:37am on 01/09/10

Exactly Ang! I used to use my Woofus to warm my hands back in chilly Philly and S. Jersey... - FloriSandy - 2:58am on 01/09/10

Did you know that is where the term "Three Dog Night" comes from. It is so cold - Melissa Dallas - 3:39pm on 01/09/10

it only takes one to keep your feet warm. that helps! [NT] - AngAk - 12:19am on 01/10/10
No I didn't know that Melissa. That's so funny! [NT] - FloriSandy - 2:05am on 01/12/10

Can't think why I didn't fix myself a cup of mulled cider with brandy.... [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:09am on 01/09/10

Or a cup of mulled brandy with cider.... [NT] - Joe - 5:23am on 01/09/10

My kind of drink BG [NT] - charlie - 7:25pm on 01/09/10

and bake a lot. use that oven and leave it open after to let out the heat. [NT] - AngAk - 12:21am on 01/10/10

a photo of how I keep warm. don't ask what the ruff is made of. [NT] [IMAGE] - AngAk - 1:00am on 01/10/10

I see that you - FloriSandy - 3:23am on 01/13/10

17375. Dolce Italiano - Fabulous book! Highly recommended - Traca - 9:07pm on 01/08/10 (11)

Ditto! I love the Zucchini-Olive Oil Cake with Lemon Crunch Glaze and the Chestnut Spice Cake and - Shaun in TO - 10:12pm on 01/08/10

OMG...I haven't made any of these. Can't wait to try the Lemony Smolina cookies. Do try the [LINK] - Traca - 12:07am on 01/09/10

Made the cranberry tart yesterday (actually took 4 days--long story). Partner loves it but - Shaun in TO - 3:29pm on 01/13/10

Try cranberry curd. That was one of the best things I ate this (last) year! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 6:16pm on 01/13/10
I agree, I thought the filling was too sweet but others thought it was spot on. I'd reduce the sugar - Traca - 12:41am on 01/14/10

OMG, I am so glad I am NOT into desserts. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 1:15am on 01/09/10

Ditto, ditto, ditto! [NT] - Marianne - 6:36am on 01/09/10

Reminds me of that song: Hey Mombo, Dolce Italiano..." oh, wait... Wrong lyrics, tee hee - Heather_in_SF - 8:53am on 01/10/10

Love that! It's on one of my favorite soundtracks: Big Night. :) [NT] - Traca - 3:16am on 01/11/10

Rosemary Clooney! One of the best soundtracks ever, Ahh, I've come so close to making the timpano... - Joe - 5:45am on 01/11/10

LOL! Still kicking myself for not heading your way for cassoulet. :) Timpano, the next frontier? [NT] - Traca - 7:20am on 01/13/10

17376. This a plea for someone to make this Beef Stew with Red Wine and Carrots [LINK] - orchid - 9:17pm on 01/08/10 (9)

Erin in NY - if you see this post, it's a good chance to use your herbes de Provence! [NT] - cheezz - 4:49am on 01/09/10

Thanks, Cheezz! :) I use them every chance I get--in nearly everything. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 1:28am on 01/11/10

Wonderful! Isn't it fun to find something new? [NT] - cheezz - 5:29am on 01/11/10

Plan on trying this stew today. Will report back. [NT] - Sylvia - 10:01am on 01/10/10

The stew is simmering away in the oven as I type. The aroma is wonderful. [NT] - Sylvia - 8:23pm on 01/10/10

WooHoo! Doin' the happy dance!! Does this mean it can go in T&T? - orchid - 9:18pm on 01/10/10

It gets my blessing and endorsement............I've now tasted the meat and it's tender and - Sylvia - 9:23pm on 01/10/10

Finally! Thank you Sylvia. Curious, would you put it in T&T please? [NT] - orchid - 10:30pm on 01/10/10

Orchid, just saw this, I'd be happy to. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:35pm on 01/13/10

17377. Almond torte - Julia - 9:48pm on 01/08/10 (6)

REC: Almond Tart---like a big, chewy, almond macaroon... - charlie - 12:29am on 01/09/10

Sauce is probably gilding the lily anyway, but what would be good besides raspberry? - Melissa Dallas - 2:56am on 01/09/10

dulce de leche [NT] - cheezz - 4:59am on 01/09/10
Raspberry is my favority, but how about apricot--or just leave it plain [NT] - charlie - 12:23pm on 01/09/10

I haven't tried this, but it looks good. [NT] [LINK] - Cindy - 12:35am on 01/09/10
Thank you! [NT] - Julia - 3:57am on 01/09/10

17378. Gordon Ramsay's new show Master Chef is scheduling casting call (more) - daricem - 12:47am on 01/09/10 (1)

Have to ponder that awhile... [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 9:21pm on 01/10/10

17379. To check out: Peanut butter swirl brownies [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:50am on 01/09/10 (0)

17380. Finally made the ricotta pound cake. Yum! I used a combo of mexican vanilla - Melissa Dallas - 3:01am on 01/09/10 (35)

Glad you tried it! I often add orange/lemon/llime zest and a bit of the juice. Baking time in the - Traca - 9:58pm on 01/09/10

Traca, how much leavening do you use? original says 2-1/2 tsp bp with 1-1/2 tsp in brackets [NT] - cheezz - 1:40am on 01/10/10
I don't think the leavening is off, given the amount of (heavy) ricotta. But where it says bake - Shaun in TO - 4:13pm on 01/10/10

so... you use the full amount of baking powder and bake a total of 1 hr. 45 min? [NT] - cheezz - 12:45am on 01/11/10

All the baking powder, and 1 hour 20 minutes--15 minutes at 350 and then 65 minutes at 325. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 6:30pm on 01/11/10

Cindy Mushet's notes on the Ricotta Pound Cake - Traca - 3:25am on 01/11/10

WOW! I love when it's broken down like that and explained so clearly - THANKS Traca! [NT] - cheezz - 5:33am on 01/11/10

Yes, thanks. Helps me understand why "softened" butter and "at room temperature" butter aren't the - Shaun in TO - 6:32pm on 01/11/10
SUCCESS (I think)!!!! I made my first EVER pound cake! Is it supposed to look like this? [IMAGE] - cheezz - 3:59am on 01/12/10

It looks just beautiful. Congratulations! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 4:35am on 01/12/10

yes, beautiful. save me a slice! [NT] - AngAk - 4:53am on 01/12/10

sad to say, the last slices are going to friends today, but I'm going to bake another one! - cheezz - 7:45pm on 01/12/10

cardamom---brilliant. I'm baking one tonight too to take with me to Seattle. it surely wouldn't get - AngAk - 11:38pm on 01/12/10

absolutely not! only liquids... unless, of course, TSA were to smell the heavenly aroma! [NT] - cheezz - 2:06am on 01/13/10

it's wrapped and ready to go. I added 1 T orange rind and 1/2 tsp cardamom. I want to taste it so - AngAk - 6:34pm on 01/13/10

I swear by the Reynolds Release foil! Oooohhh... orange and cardamom! Will try that! [NT] - cheezz - 10:47pm on 01/13/10

What a great combo! Can't wait to try it... [NT] - Traca - 12:47am on 01/14/10

I hate ricotta, but this could convert me! [NT] - Meryl - 4:57am on 01/12/10

I don't like ricotta - at ALL - but this is the most beautiful, moist, yummy cake! [NT] - cheezz - 7:45pm on 01/12/10

Ah - another ricotta hater. Good to know you liked it in the cake. [NT] - Meryl - 11:37pm on 01/12/10

I can't get over how absolutely fabulous the cake was! DH finished it all off. [NT] - cheezz - 2:07am on 01/13/10

Looks very beautiful! Ricotta means it's healthy for you, right ? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 7:00pm on 01/12/10

: ) Of course!!! [NT] - barb_b - 6:50pm on 01/13/10

Gorgeous! YAY! Love, love love it! [NT] - Traca - 12:44am on 01/14/10

Cheezz, I highly recommend Cinty's Art & Soul of baking. Notes like these are throughout the book. - Traca - 12:49am on 01/14/10

I've made note of it - thanks so much! This is why I love Cook's Illustrated :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:29am on 01/14/10

I have Cindy's book, thanks to Traca's recommendation. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:57pm on 01/11/10
Traca - this should freeze well, shouldn't it? [NT] - cheezz - 7:50pm on 01/12/10

I would imagine it would freeze very well. I've freezed her other cakes w/ great success. [NT] - Traca - 12:45am on 01/14/10

Uh, meant "frozen", as in, I've frozen.... :) [NT] - Traca - 12:46am on 01/14/10

I'm making another batch tomorrow night - intend to do mini loaves this time and freeze! [NT] - cheezz - 3:29am on 01/14/10

Just FYI - it made 4 mini-loaves (about 1-1/4 cp. batter each) and baked 55 minutes - cheezz - 2:09am on 01/15/10

The cardomom amount was perfect and really good! Hard to improve on the original, though. [NT] - cheezz - 5:11pm on 01/15/10
YAY! Cardomom sounds lovely. Glad you enjoy the recipe. :) [NT] - Traca - 11:31pm on 01/15/10
amend that - bake at 325 deg. for FIFTY minutes - 55 was just a bit too much. [NT] - cheezz - 1:13am on 01/16/10

17381. I have a package of fancy Italian import dark chocolate dipped orange peel. - Melissa Dallas - 3:03am on 01/09/10 (14)

Top off an Italian orange cheesecake. Here's my recipe..... [LINK] - Joe - 4:09am on 01/09/10
Use as a garnish for an orange creme brulee. [NT] - Meryl - 5:51am on 01/09/10

Use them in this recipe: Chocolate-Orange Pots de Cr [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:52am on 01/09/10
Use them finely chopped in a chocolate or orange muffin, cake, cupcake, or cookie. [NT] - Meryl - 5:55am on 01/09/10

Or in quickbreads or scones. [NT] - Meryl - 5:55am on 01/09/10

Or pannetone. [NT] - Meryl - 6:09am on 01/09/10

I posted this recently, and desertjean tried it and liked it: Mini Cranberry Panettones: [LINK] - Meryl - 6:13am on 01/09/10

desertjean's review and photo: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 6:15am on 01/09/10

Use them in orange or chocolate biscotti. [NT] - Meryl - 6:34am on 01/09/10

Try alongside a cup of espresso to balance the sweetness and chocolate. A perfect ending to a heavy - Shaun in TO - 2:57pm on 01/09/10

Is it in the air here? Why do we think the same so often?! [NT] - Marg CDN - 9:36pm on 01/11/10

Or the water ... Nice to see you back among us! [NT] - Shaun in TO - 11:11pm on 01/11/10

Here's a link to Richard in Cincy's request about orange peel...ignore my link to Orange Tiramisu [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 3:06pm on 01/09/10
These are all great ideas. Thanks everyone! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:42pm on 01/09/10

17382. ISO recipe for banana and cream rio frio style - oli - 4:11am on 01/09/10 (14)

probably whipping cream, crema fresca and ??? What is under the cream besides bananas? [NT] - cheezz - 4:58am on 01/09/10

its just got sliced bananas mixed in like a banana pudding [NT] - oli - 5:31am on 01/09/10

oli, This may be a stretch but could it be Horhata - Here is a recipe for Banana Pudding using it [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:14am on 01/09/10

Typo - Horchata [NT] - GayR - 11:16am on 01/09/10
GayR, no wafers. this is very much like pudding, but much better [NT] - oli - 5:57pm on 01/09/10

This reminded me of Tres Leches Cake, another Mexican recipe. - KC_ - 1:27pm on 01/09/10

Worth a try, should not be too costly to practice with [NT] - oli - 5:59pm on 01/09/10
Is it a thin or heavy sauce? Here is my favorite Tres Leches Cake recipe... the sauce is thin [LINK] - cheezz - 6:25pm on 01/09/10

This is not a cake, its a pudding with bananas and a hint of alcohol or extract [NT] - oli - 11:50pm on 01/10/10

No, I mean the Tres Leches Cake SAUCE might be good on top of the banana pudding. [NT] - cheezz - 12:47am on 01/11/10

That would be taking it over the top, if you ever try it you will see that it is perfect as is [NT] - oli - 3:11pm on 01/11/10

oh! I thought you were trying to figure out the 'rio frio' sauce on top of the pudding - cheezz - 3:03am on 01/12/10

it says "covered with a blend of 3 creams"... the creams are IN the pudding or poured on top? [NT] - cheezz - 3:04am on 01/12/10

the description is deceptive, but its probably blended in..... - oli - 3:15am on 01/12/10

17383. Sandi in Hawaii -- did you ever figure out how to make the cinnamon/sugar stick to the biscotti?? [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 5:06am on 01/09/10 (7)

No, I just make them as is, and let the eater deal with it! No one grumbles about it :) [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 6:33am on 01/09/10

I wonder if you spread melted butter on them first, then the cinn/sugar mixture, if that would work? - cheezz - 6:27pm on 01/09/10

Or an egg wash, then sprinkle the cinnamon/sugar on top? Give it something to stick to. [NT] - Traca - 9:40pm on 01/09/10

I'll try both and see what works better. [NT] - cheezz - 1:40am on 01/10/10

I made the lo fat version of cin/sugar biscotti, and I brushed it with butter after the first baking - AngAk - 3:01am on 01/10/10

huh! How did you do a lo-fat version? Was it as good as the original? [NT] - cheezz - 3:16am on 01/10/10

recipe posted here [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 9:30pm on 01/10/10

17384. Cyn, isn't this your nephew? Great write up. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 1:37pm on 01/09/10 (3)

Thanks for sharing this article. I'm reading Danny Meyer's book "Setting the Table" now. Fascinating [NT] - Traca - 10:15pm on 01/09/10
Great article! D.M. is not my nephew. Nephew is the sous chef at - CynUpstateNY - 12:40am on 01/10/10

we ate at Maialino over the holidays, we LOVED it, everything was amazing! [NT] - MoNJ - 6:56pm on 01/11/10

17385. Bright and early Saturday Six - DawnNYS - 2:38pm on 01/09/10 (57)

Saturday Six...need caffeine. - Dawn_MO - 3:33pm on 01/09/10

I have such fond memories of my grandmothers teaching me to sew, crochet and embroider. - Melissa Dallas - 3:44pm on 01/09/10

I know what you mean. - Dawn_MO - 4:06pm on 01/09/10

JoAnn's fabric/craft store is having a contest for family stories re: sewing & crafts. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:45pm on 01/09/10

Me too, my granny taught me to knit and embroider, I think crochet was in there too but... - Heather_in_SF - 11:31pm on 01/09/10

I'm sorry, but I have to ask. - Dawn_MO - 3:33pm on 01/09/10

I'm terribly curious and nosy about this too.... [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:45pm on 01/09/10

Okay, here's what happened - DawnNYS - 5:16pm on 01/09/10

And this is all I want... - DawnNYS - 5:51pm on 01/09/10
Yep. My oven has a sabbath feature. The salesman said - KC_ - 6:47pm on 01/09/10

I get it. Everything in place, timers set, food cooked, No work on Sabbath. [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 9:27pm on 01/10/10

Maybe it would sell better if they called it "Honey, the oven's not working today--can we go out?" - Joe - 2:27am on 01/11/10

That is the craziest thing I have ever heard.... [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 11:33pm on 01/09/10

Ditto...I mean is someone forcing people to turn on their ovens? - MariaDNoCA - 6:35pm on 01/10/10

Or they can't trust the cooks to observe their religious strictures?? [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 6:10am on 01/11/10

At the GE site, it says that you can't even do time back on that day. I think - DawnNYS - 4:11am on 01/12/10

And a P.S. about smoothtops - DawnNYS - 4:14am on 01/12/10

Good points! Thanks for the info [NT] - cheezz - 7:47pm on 01/12/10

Saturday 6 ...Snow in Florida??? - joanietoo - 4:03pm on 01/09/10

Lol Joanie, it would be hard to go on a diet with such good-sounding food that you always make! [NT] - DawnNYS - 5:12pm on 01/09/10
Joanie, I love your descriptions of things. I can just hear you talking. Please do explain though, - Heather_in_SF - 11:35pm on 01/09/10

Spelling should be Gougeres (with a douitji on the e) and eggplant ..lol. [NT] - joanietoo - 2:15pm on 01/10/10

Joanie, Congrats on the engagement!~ Fun planning ahead!! Very special times! [NT] - barb_b - 11:06pm on 01/10/10
Yes, Joanie, wonderful news! Forget diet drinks. I've lost quite a few pounds lately,,, - Joe - 5:57am on 01/11/10

That doesn't help me... been doing it a while now! [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:16pm on 01/11/10

AAAAAcckkkk!!! How can you all have a 'Saturday Six' already?! I'm still having my coffee... - cheezz - 6:34pm on 01/09/10
Saturday Six - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:23pm on 01/09/10
Saturday Six - EvaN - 8:25pm on 01/09/10

I wondered what a 'panty' challenge was...then I read on, LOL! [NT] - joanietoo - 8:33pm on 01/09/10

ROTFL! Oh my, make that PANTRY challenge, will you? *LOL* [NT] - EvaN - 12:01pm on 01/10/10
well, yes, joanie...you would have a panty challenge, considering your "birthday suit" comment. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:35am on 01/11/10

Make some borscht with the beets, it will keep you away from the cake. :) [NT] - Janet in NC - 9:24pm on 01/09/10
heehee, my saturday six, including the "panty" challenge as well. - AngAk - 12:49am on 01/10/10

Lucky you going to Seattle, always wanted to visit there. [NT] - joanietoo - 2:17pm on 01/10/10

My Weekend Six... - Heather_in_SF - 11:50pm on 01/09/10

Oh, I hear Jimmy Buffett! [NT] - AngAk - 12:51am on 01/10/10
Heather...how was the bacon class? Are you smoking it? [NT] - Traca - 1:41am on 01/10/10

The class was great, it was today. I learned a lot! - Heather_in_SF - 10:27am on 01/11/10

Ooh, I do hope you try the Chicken Chile Sausage. OMG. My mouth is watering already...must make a - Traca - 7:18am on 01/13/10

Heather, for your sausages I really enjoy this from Jacques Pepin-Sausage & Potato packets - Melissa Dallas - 4:16am on 01/10/10
Heather, here is a link to the ultimate pok sausage recipe, cooked with grapes. I have made this [LINK] - Marianne - 5:16am on 01/10/10

thanks for reminding me of this recipe. It should be a nice brunch item next weekend with the kids. [NT] - AngAk - 9:34pm on 01/10/10
Yum, I'll make this with the second package of sausages!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 6:23am on 01/11/10

A dash of here...the visitor's studio is free...common!!! Make brawn with the jowl...... - joanietoo - 2:20pm on 01/10/10

Oh don't tempt me!!!! I could use a bit of fun and lovely company! :-D - Heather_in_SF - 6:12am on 01/11/10

ok, I'm not asking, but another stove?? oh no! [NT] - AngAk - 12:27am on 01/10/10

Delivered, worked a while, then top went, and then oven went. Returning, so - DawnNYS - 5:20pm on 01/11/10

You didn't like the smoothtop? - MariaDNoCA - 3:18am on 01/12/10

Weekend Six - elaine - 5:50am on 01/10/10

Ha, I just moved one pile to another place.... - joanietoo - 2:25pm on 01/10/10

Weekend Six - Luisa_Calif - 8:01pm on 01/10/10

Read this as "Cranberry Crud." Hee. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:42pm on 01/10/10

My sis reads it as "Turd Cart" instead of "Curd Tart." [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 10:48pm on 01/10/10

REC: Butternut Squash Ravioli, I used the recipe for Acorn Squash Ravioli and >>> [LINK] - Luisa_Calif - 10:53pm on 01/10/10

Thanks much; have been wanting to try this for a while. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:30pm on 01/11/10

Ha...and I read it as "Tart Curd"! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:25pm on 01/11/10

Cranberry Turd, here [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:19pm on 01/11/10

17386. wigs, your mailbox is full. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:01pm on 01/09/10 (0)

17387. Florida snow---ish. Actually, that's sleet. Piling up on my windshield. Hey! Mother Nature! - MarilynFL - 7:06pm on 01/09/10 (2)

The only thing you're missing is a bunch of snow! - Tessie in Cincy - 9:41pm on 01/09/10
You missed the special deductible for the hail! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 4:21am on 01/10/10

17388. To check out:Ravioli with Smoked Salmon and Vodka Cream Sauce. [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:39pm on 01/09/10 (2)

I made this one year around christmas time. I used spinach ravioli; very festive with red/green. - barb_b - 12:35am on 01/10/10

Great idea about the spinach ravioli! [NT] - Meryl - 1:27am on 01/10/10

17389. Nice little 6.5 earthquake here in Northern California just 1 hour ago.. [NT] [LINK] - Luisa_Calif - 1:33am on 01/10/10 (31)

Luisa... how can your posting say 7:33pm when it's only 5:34 in So. CA now?? [NT] - cheezz - 1:36am on 01/10/10

aha! mine says 7:36... we must be on central time! wonder if your shaker is moving down here! [NT] - cheezz - 1:37am on 01/10/10

The time on your post for me is 8:33 p.m. Must convert to local time... hmm [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:40pm on 01/10/10

Our local time is 2 hours earlier than is posted here. Quake at 4:27 pm yesterday. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:16am on 01/11/10

Right... but I didn't know that the time shown changed, depending on where your computer is. That's - DawnNYS - 1:08pm on 01/11/10

Or maybe cheezz's post was just a typo [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:11pm on 01/11/10

as I post this very moment, the clock on my computer says 7:02pm - cheezz - 3:06am on 01/12/10

Says 10:06 here, which makes no sense to me at this late hour, but - DawnNYS - 4:06am on 01/12/10

YOu can adjust your displayed time by going in to your Account at the top of the page - LisainLA - 9:07pm on 01/12/10

I did that - it doesn't say it adjusts forward or back, but we'll see here.... [NT] - cheezz - 10:49pm on 01/12/10

AAAACCK!! It adjust it 2 MORE hours ahead... how it's 4 hours ahead [NT] - cheezz - 10:50pm on 01/12/10

let's see if it helps to add a 'minus' sign in front of the '2' [NT] - cheezz - 10:51pm on 01/12/10

ah HA!!! Thanks so much Lisa! That did the trick... I can sleep better tonight - heehee [NT] - cheezz - 10:51pm on 01/12/10

I just did mine as well, so thanks from me too! It seems to have changed the time on my post >> - Luisa_Calif - 1:50am on 01/13/10

I saw that a long time ago but I wasn't sure how it affected the times displayed - this is a test! [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:32am on 01/22/10

Yep, I must have it set right, says 8:32 and that's what time it is on my clock [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:33am on 01/22/10

Yow! Karen/NoCal did you feel it? - Pat-NoCal - 2:36am on 01/10/10

Wasn't the Loma Prieta 7.0? It was 7.1 then they downgraded it I thought. - Heather_in_SF - 8:23am on 01/10/10

Yes, I think it got downgraded to 6.9. We were definitely quakin' and shakin'. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:10pm on 01/10/10
Interesting USGS says both -- all I know is it knocked me to the ground... - MariaDNoCA - 6:29pm on 01/10/10

Loma Prieta - BonnieinHolland - 5:50am on 01/11/10

Good to know, Bonnie. Was wondering if it was San Andreas acting up again. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:53pm on 01/11/10

We need to put together earthquake kits. I have a lot of stuff but not cat food and water for me. - Heather_in_SF - 6:26am on 01/11/10

I had an earthquake kit for years, in the shed. Once we got our - Pat-NoCal - 5:53pm on 01/11/10

My cousin in Redding felt it. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:39pm on 01/10/10

there have been about 6 or 7 aftershocks ranging from 3.6 to 4.5 since then but [LINK] - Luisa_Calif - 8:01am on 01/10/10

Update, 21 aftershocks ranging from 2.0 to 4.5. we never felt anything but the bigger one 6.5. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 7:04pm on 01/10/10

Power was out in Eureka for quite awhile. we are about 80 miles from the center here in Fort Bragg, [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 9:14pm on 01/10/10

We didn't notice it in Oroville, but Chico and Paradise did. [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 9:37pm on 01/10/10
Are all of our CA's and their families safe? [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:23pm on 01/10/10
Yes, we felt it ....very mild movement that lasted about 20 seconds and then - KarenNoCA - 12:29am on 01/11/10

17390. Favorite Recipes from 2009 now in Hall of Fame. Thanks Meryl! [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 1:38am on 01/10/10 (1)

You're welcome, T. I'm glad you started the thread! [NT] - Meryl - 3:33am on 01/10/10

17391. Calling all bread bakers... - Traca - 2:16am on 01/10/10 (6)

Traca, I don't suppose the science book mentions using lecithin? You always know interesting people! [NT] - cheezz - 3:18am on 01/10/10
I have books by 2 of these wonderful bakers... - judy-mass - 2:45pm on 01/10/10

So jealous you've met both of these authors! Swoon! [NT] - Traca - 3:17am on 01/11/10

If I may add another one to the list... - SallyBR - 4:41pm on 01/21/10

oh my, we will need a full report on the Peter Reinhart meeting! [NT] - AngAk - 5:55pm on 01/21/10

Will do.... :-) [NT] - SallyBR - 7:21pm on 01/21/10

17392. Richard - do you have a recipe for rahmschnitzle? - Music City Missy - 3:12am on 01/10/10 (1)

Why do I keep reading "rumplestiltskin?" [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:52pm on 01/11/10

17393. Recipe: Portuguese Soup - PatBastrop - 4:09am on 01/10/10 (1)

Wow, this sounds good. I was expecting something more like Caldo Verde when I saw the name [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 4:18am on 01/10/10

17394. Jacques Pepin Sausage, Potato & Onion Packets for Heather-forgot to paste the recipe above - Melissa Dallas - 8:36pm on 01/10/10 (8)

Thank you Melissa! I am thawing the sausage for this now, dinner tommorrow will be great! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 6:05am on 01/11/10
Sounds like a great dinner for this wintery weather. Thanks! [NT] - KC_ - 1:58pm on 01/11/10
Melissa, so you brown the sausages first when you made it with them? - Heather_in_SF - 12:21am on 01/12/10

I just finished my dinner and don't mind admitting that I liked my plate clean! - Heather_in_SF - 3:15am on 01/12/10

I really like it. One of those deceptively simple things where the flavors together are terrific. - Melissa Dallas - 4:41am on 01/12/10

I hope to make these this weekend. I think the grandkids will really like them. [NT] - AngAk - 4:49am on 01/12/10

Bacon Jam?? ((Glad you are on a roll!)) [NT] - barb_b - 6:43pm on 01/13/10

WAIT!! Bacon jam????!!! That's a recipe I definitely need, Heather :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:49pm on 01/13/10

17395. Carnitas question for Michael in Phoenix or other carnita experts [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:09pm on 01/10/10 (20)

Here's the recipe I use for carnitas, and it is really good. Not sweet, tho. I'll ask my amigo Cam. - PatBastrop - 10:32pm on 01/10/10

What is and where do you find a smoked pork shank? - Dawn_MO - 11:46pm on 01/10/10

It is a ham hock actually, from the pictures I saw on the Web. The showed exactly what I buy at our - KarenNoCA - 12:43am on 01/11/10
My dad, a retired butcher, says to get the smoked ham shank not the hock. I would, but I never>> - Luisa_Calif - 12:56am on 01/11/10

Then my guess is that our meat place is really selling the ham shank, which I have never heard of - KarenNoCA - 1:19am on 01/11/10
oh, I agree. love to use the shanks for soups. - AngAk - 7:04pm on 01/11/10

That recipe sounds more like a pulled pork or bbq pork recipe to me. [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 11:44pm on 01/10/10
Gotta add my 2 cents - my VERY favorite carnitas recipe >> [LINK] - cheezz - 1:06am on 01/11/10
Marilyn - I found another site that said be sure to use "evaporated milk" - NOT the sweetened stuff! [NT] - cheezz - 1:24am on 01/11/10

and here is another posting for Los Taquitos carnitas >> - cheezz - 1:29am on 01/11/10

Definitely the evaporated milk, not sweet. I have Mexican neighbors who have told me that is what - Joe - 2:38am on 01/11/10
I've never heard of using milk in any form. I'll head down to the restaurant and try it. - Michael in Phoenix - 4:29am on 01/11/10

Michael, please, if you discover they fry the carnitas in the conventional way, let us know. - Joe - 5:41am on 01/11/10

I remember the street vendors in Tijuana used to keep browned chunks of pork... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:43pm on 01/11/10

I don't have it handy but I remember the carnitas recipe from Ninfa's in the - Melissa Dallas - 1:25pm on 01/11/10
I love that show. I really do. But sometimes I think Guy overdoes it a bit with food... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:47pm on 01/11/10

Whenever I watch it, I always think that he studied/watched/replicates Rachel Ray. [NT] - barb_b - 2:31pm on 01/11/10

Should add, that sadly, we lost Foodnetwork and HGTV in 2010; something to do with the cablevision. - barb_b - 2:34pm on 01/11/10

I just love the interaction and help from this group! Thank you for being "you". [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:27pm on 01/11/10
Here is the recipe from Ninfa's - Melissa Dallas - 2:36am on 01/12/10

17396. I want to make Michael in Phx Choc cake this weekend... - Kathleen - 1:58am on 01/11/10 (2)

I've never done that, but I don't see why you couldn't. I'd bake at 350 for 20 minutes and then... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:46pm on 01/11/10

Thanks. I will let you know how they turn out [NT] - Kathleen - 4:43pm on 01/11/10

17397. I've just been given a bag of home grown blood oranges! What should I do with them? - Joe - 2:30am on 01/11/10 (20)

Here are some salad recipes from my files - they all sound good: [NT] - Meryl - 2:50am on 01/11/10

Blood Orange and Fennel Salad - Meryl - 2:50am on 01/11/10

Asparagus and Citrus Salad - Meryl - 2:51am on 01/11/10

Strawberry Spinach Salad with Raspberry-Key Lime Dressing [LINK] - Meryl - 2:53am on 01/11/10

Check these out from NPR - A breakfast, salad, and Mahi Mahi main dish [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 2:56am on 01/11/10

(And a blood orange compote) [NT] - Meryl - 2:57am on 01/11/10

Wow - this sounds great - Blood Orange Roast Pork Loin - from Bon Appetit: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 3:01am on 01/11/10

Meryl, you're a blood orange cornucopia! Thank you so much. [NT] - Joe - 3:08am on 01/11/10

You're very welcome, sweetie! [NT] - Meryl - 6:16am on 01/11/10

REC: Almond Butter Cakes with Poached Blood Oranges - MariaDNoCA - 7:24am on 01/11/10
What about this REC: Blood Orange, Mango & Lime Granita - Steve2 in LA - 7:27am on 01/11/10
Here's a link to some cocktail recipes [LINK] - judy-mass - 12:11pm on 01/11/10
Makes me think it was a bad idea to pass by that large (18 oz) container or blood orange vinaigrette - DawnNYS - 5:16pm on 01/11/10
Bought red beets yesterday to make this Roasted Beet and Blood Orange Salad w/Spicy Greens [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:26pm on 01/11/10
This Blood Orange and Chicken Salad sounds great. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:31pm on 01/11/10

Thank you all. These are so helpful. I'll let you know what I try. [NT] - Joe - 10:19pm on 01/11/10

Blood Oranges with Rosemary Honey. I know you asked for savories but I make this whenever I have - Shaun in TO - 11:40pm on 01/11/10

Sounds delicious, and it could almost pass for a salad. [NT] - Joe - 4:05am on 01/12/10

My husband made a blood orange and avocado salsa to go with sauteed scallops. It was from Epicurious [NT] - AGM_Cape_Cod - 9:41pm on 01/12/10
a bag of blood oranges were $1.99 at Trader Joes today! [NT] - cheezz - 6:01am on 01/13/10

17398. oh CynUpstateNY!!!! I want to make the torrone recipe you posted ..... - cheezz - 5:27am on 01/11/10 (3)

except for the candied fruit, torrone sure looks a lot like divinity! [NT] - cheezz - 5:28am on 01/11/10
Made both Chiarello's and Emeril's recipes. Both very good. Emeril's - CynUpstateNY - 8:34pm on 01/11/10

are candied lemon and orange the traditional? How do you candy yours? [NT] - cheezz - 3:10am on 01/12/10

17399. ISO savory dish with Pine nuts - Pam - 2:47pm on 01/11/10 (26)

I always keep a bag in the freezer to use when I need some in a recipe. [NT] - orchid - 3:25pm on 01/11/10

ditto! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:59pm on 01/11/10

Rec; Greek Stuffed Tomatoes and Peppers - rhoward2va - 3:30pm on 01/11/10
Jeannie's Greek Orzo [NT] [LINK] - rhoward2va - 3:32pm on 01/11/10
Rec: California Chicken Salad [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:45pm on 01/11/10
Rec: Insalata Rustica [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:49pm on 01/11/10
Rec: Crisp Haricots Verts with Pine Nuts (used green beans and added [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:53pm on 01/11/10
Rec: Spinach Salad with Grilled Eggplant [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:05pm on 01/11/10
Sauteed fresh spinach is also nice with toasted pine nuts. Sometimes I add - Pat-NoCal - 5:45pm on 01/11/10
And don't forget fresh pesto, which can easily be frozen for future use. - Pat-NoCal - 5:46pm on 01/11/10

That's an excellent idea. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:51pm on 01/11/10

Not really savory, but you can always throw a handful into a salad. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:55pm on 01/11/10
Ina Garten's Roasted Vegetables with Orzo [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 7:29pm on 01/11/10
REC: Caponata of Eggplant---Mario Batali... - charlie - 9:20pm on 01/11/10

Charlie, I have made caponata many times/ways...I have never seen a rec w/ chocolate or cinnamon.. - barb_b - 8:08pm on 01/12/10

REC: Grilled Beef Involtini Alla Sicialiana... - charlie - 9:22pm on 01/11/10
REC: Pork Chops Stuffed with Prunes & Pine Nuts... - charlie - 9:24pm on 01/11/10
Peppered Lamb with Pine Nut Sauce. In fact, I'll think I'll do this again tonight. - Marg CDN - 9:35pm on 01/11/10

substitution for goat cheese? - Pam - 6:20pm on 01/12/10

How about feta? [NT] - Meryl - 9:49pm on 01/12/10
feta might be too strong... how about a soft Mexican queso blanco or queso panela? [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 10:46pm on 01/12/10

Oh yeah? Not for me! :) [NT] - Meryl - 11:31pm on 01/12/10

I like feta, too, but it's a strong replacement for goat cheese, and different texture [NT] - cheezz - 2:08am on 01/13/10

Yeah, I know, but I think it would be great with this recipe! [NT] - Meryl - 2:46am on 01/13/10

REC: Spinach Roman Style - Shaun in TO - 11:16pm on 01/11/10
REC: Fennel and Pine Nut Salad with Citrus Zests (Laura Calder) - Shaun in TO - 11:22pm on 01/11/10

17400. White Cheddar Shortbread Biscuits...I so want to make these this wk. I wish there were more than 2 [LINK] - Marsha tbay - 3:36pm on 01/11/10 (8)

I'll stop by and have some with you! They look very good and I'm dying to make - DawnNYS - 5:18pm on 01/11/10
These look great. I might have to make some, too. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:48pm on 01/11/10
I did make these to go with a lovely bean and bacon stew...yup not start THE diet yet. [NT] - joanietoo - 11:46pm on 01/11/10
I wonder if you can freeze the dough and make just enough for two people. [NT] - Cindy - 9:48pm on 01/12/10

Cindy, thanks for this thought....I'd talked myself out of them but I may try this. TU [NT] - Marsha tbay - 3:10am on 01/13/10

Marsh, If you do freeze and then bake, please tell me how it comes out.TIA [NT] - Cindy - 3:49am on 01/13/10

Oops, I meant MarshA [NT] - Cindy - 3:50am on 01/13/10

Reading this recipe makes me think one person at my pad is just right! - Heather_in_SF - 12:18am on 01/13/10

17401. My neighbors celebrated the engagement of their eldest daughter over the weekend. From Eritrea... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:33pm on 01/11/10 (16)

I'm jealous. I'd do about anything for a plate of my Colombian friend's family's lechona Tolimense - Melissa Dallas - 4:50pm on 01/11/10

My son's high school spanish teacher (yes, I now have a high schooler... )... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:15pm on 01/11/10

Here's the story: - Melissa Dallas - 5:57pm on 01/11/10

Oh, and I love Eritrean food too. Have some doro wat, greens with cheese, lentils and sanbusas for - Melissa Dallas - 5:58pm on 01/11/10

A few years after I got married there was a Mexican family. . . - mistral - 5:45pm on 01/11/10

It is with great love. Mexican food is so very labor intensive. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:21pm on 01/11/10

Isn't it fun to get food from other parts of the world? - Anna_X - 11:38pm on 01/11/10

And the world would get along like you and your students do Anna, if the men would leave it up to - KarenNoCA - 12:23am on 01/12/10

Karen, something tells me if women ran things there would be a few hiccups... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:52am on 01/12/10

I love you, Michael, BUT: - CynUpstateNY - 9:20am on 01/12/10

Forgive me... I'm kinda out of it... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:39pm on 01/12/10

Just teasing.... [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:06pm on 01/12/10

I thought it was funny... - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:39pm on 01/14/10

Oh, my. I'll stay out of this other than to say testoterone has its own problems! [NT] - Anna_X - 3:59pm on 01/12/10

Pimples! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:57pm on 01/12/10

Really? Do men still really believe that? well then, even more so for women to rule - KarenNoCA - 12:54am on 01/13/10

17402. Sort of food related [IMAGE] - desertjean - 5:35pm on 01/11/10 (5)

How cute is that! Pawtee!...love it!!!! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:02pm on 01/11/10
That is very sweet. When my cousin has puppies she puts yogurt on Bil-jax dog food. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:35pm on 01/11/10
It was for the dogs, right? Very cute little biscuits(?) there on top! [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:00am on 01/12/10

Yes, LOL, although it smelled good enough for us to eat. - desertjean - 12:34pm on 01/12/10

Congratulations to Jinkies! Woofus is asking is you can - FloriSandy - 4:08am on 01/13/10

17403. Trying to remember the name of my favorite Santa Fe Mexican restaurant. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:58pm on 01/11/10 (11)

The Shed? Coyote Cafe? Woolworths? [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:14pm on 01/11/10

Such fond memories of Woolworth's frito pie. And Coyote Cafe's great (but pricey) food. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:36pm on 01/11/10

Loved Woolworth's frito pie. The no-name store there now still does it, I think. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:38pm on 01/11/10

And believe it or not, the best frito pie I had was at the airport, waiting for departure - Pat-NoCal - 8:18pm on 01/11/10

I will be there this summer! Yay! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:04pm on 01/11/10

Cafe Pascal? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:32pm on 01/11/10

wrong spelling...Cafe Pasqual. Or Tomasitas? El Farol? Santacafe? Maria's New Mexican Kitchen? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:35pm on 01/11/10

aaah. So fondly I remember Maria's. Thought Coyote was a waste in so many ways. [NT] - Marg CDN - 9:32pm on 01/11/10

Ah! La Choza. (Phew!) Great food and resonable prices. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:37pm on 01/11/10

Make that "reasonable." [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:05pm on 01/11/10

We went to Zia's and Backroad Pizza last summer - Anna_X - 11:39pm on 01/11/10

17404. To check out: Chipotle Shrimp Tostadas [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:31am on 01/12/10 (4)

This looks fantastic! Will try soon, when shrimp is on sale again. [NT] - LisainLA - 9:08pm on 01/12/10

Hahaha! Again, I was thinking of you when I posted this! [NT] - Meryl - 9:46pm on 01/12/10

P.S. Let me know when you're making this, and I'll take the first flight out. [NT] - Meryl - 12:14am on 01/13/10

K - I'll start making the margaritas right now... [NT] - LisainLA - 1:11am on 01/13/10

17405. Anyone have Daisy Cooks? I saw an episode that inspired me to make the Chicken with Figs - barb_b - 6:25pm on 01/12/10 (6)

Found this on recipezaar, perhaps it will help? No smoked paprika. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:48pm on 01/12/10
This seems to be a really loooong blog with the recipe included [NT] [LINK] - Cindy - 6:50pm on 01/12/10
Cindy and Curious1, you guys are the best~ Thanks so much! I could only find an adapted version. - barb_b - 6:55pm on 01/12/10
Cindy and Curious1, you guys are the best~ Thanks so much! I could only find an adapted version. - barb_b - 6:56pm on 01/12/10

And I must REALLY mean it, cauz I said it twice!! : ) Sorry about the double post [NT] - barb_b - 6:57pm on 01/12/10

You're welcome, if you make it, would you post how it turns out for you? Looks good! [NT] - Curious1 - 8:19pm on 01/13/10

17406. REC: Honey Yeast Bread (Yemarina Yewotet Dabo) from Ethiopia - Michael in Phoenix - 6:50pm on 01/12/10 (7)

Wow. One tablespoon of coriander is a lot. But this does look good. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:54pm on 01/12/10

Yeah, and only 4 to 5 cups of flour. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:56pm on 01/12/10
Coriander isn't that strong. I use a TBL in masoor dal. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:22pm on 01/12/10

Yes, you're right. I'm thinking of cardamom. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:04am on 01/13/10

I've never used the dough hooks on my mixer, can I use them for this? I hope this doesn't sound - Cindy - 9:45pm on 01/12/10

Yes, I plan to do the same. I will probably knead for about 5 to 8 minutes with the KA mixer. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:42am on 01/13/10

Thanks Michael ;-) [NT] - Cindy - 3:44am on 01/13/10

17407. File under: Simple Pleasure. With all the high-flying, highly-spiced, highly-caloric foods ... - Michael in Phoenix - 7:34pm on 01/12/10 (5)

this sounded so intriguing, and having all the components, I just had to try it... - cheezz - 10:44pm on 01/12/10

must try it with the sesame seeds-----and toast them. yum. [NT] - AngAk - 11:44pm on 01/12/10

What? No chocolate? ;-) [NT] - EvaN - 10:48pm on 01/12/10
I thought the same thing when munching on a crispy celery stick stuffed with cheese. [NT] - AngAk - 11:45pm on 01/12/10

oh, NOW you're talking! :) [NT] - cheezz - 2:08am on 01/13/10

17408. Only slightly food related.... very funny ending.... [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 7:44pm on 01/12/10 (8)

Very funny - I just forwarded it to my 13 year-old grandson. [NT] - rhoward2va - 8:14pm on 01/12/10
Love this,, so clever!! Thanks cheezz! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 12:10am on 01/13/10
"Like" [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 1:45am on 01/13/10
I really enjoyed this. Thanks cheezz! [NT] - FloriSandy - 2:43am on 01/13/10
Thanks cheezz, the animation on this is brilliant! [NT] - orchid - 3:25am on 01/13/10
Very funny. Thanks for posting. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:42pm on 01/13/10
BTW, I haven't forgotten your request for my custard recipe. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:43pm on 01/13/10

HA! Well, I will wait patiently - I'm sure it's worth it :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:50pm on 01/13/10

17409. Made a batch of "Anna's Orange Marmalade" I watched Ina make on her show. [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 9:23pm on 01/12/10 (19)

I'd love to see your tweaks. [NT] - Cindy - 9:39pm on 01/12/10
I'd love it too. I tried that once and while it was delicious, it was thin. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:50pm on 01/12/10

Took the zest off, then I supremed and chopped the fruit. Did six cups of water and - CynUpstateNY - 10:59pm on 01/12/10

Thanks Cyn [NT] - Cindy - 4:02am on 01/13/10
ok, I give.... what is "supremed" fruit? [NT] - cheezz - 6:06am on 01/13/10

Tade a slice off the top and bottom so it will stand. carve the peel or pith off and - CynUpstateNY - 9:23am on 01/13/10

Oh! I did watch the video, but didn't realize that's what they called it! Did you include the zest? [NT] - cheezz - 10:52pm on 01/13/10

I did, Jane- just removed the pith first. My marmalade has NO bitterness now. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:59pm on 01/14/10

cheezz, here's a quick video showing how to supreme fruit (pronounced soopremm) [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:28pm on 01/13/10

and another video, slightly longer [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:29pm on 01/13/10

I bet this would be lovely with blood oranges! [NT] - cheezz - 6:10am on 01/13/10
You just made orange jam. ;-) Since you took all of the peel off, except for the zest. . . - mistral - 5:58pm on 01/13/10

Mine set up fine, Mistral. Even a bit too firm since my candy thermometer broke. - CynUpstateNY - 2:00pm on 01/14/10

This afternoon starting batches of Meyer Lemon Marmalade and Key Lime Marmalade. Fruits are ready! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 6:36pm on 01/13/10

Bragger. ;) [NT] - MoNJ - 9:53pm on 01/13/10

The peel is the best part! - Lana in FL - 4:18am on 01/15/10
Too much pith "pitheses" me off... [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:56pm on 01/15/10

LOL, you just made my day!! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:03pm on 01/15/10

Ha! [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:26pm on 01/25/10

17410. Adorable decorated house with lights from CakeCentral [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:48pm on 01/12/10 (2)

Loved the ice blue cupcakes, too! Have always wanted to try those royal icing snowflakes... [NT] - cheezz - 10:43pm on 01/12/10
Omg, I have never seen anything like it. But I sure wouldn't - EvaN - 10:44pm on 01/12/10

17411. How would you make red beet ratatouille? - EvaN - 9:49pm on 01/12/10 (2)

Not sure if this is helpful... - Heather_in_SF - 5:56pm on 01/14/10

It's very helpful, Heather. I think maybe there was red onion in the mix too. - EvaN - 9:02pm on 01/25/10

17412. REC: Chocolate Chunk Coffee Cookies - Just made these last night - Deeeelicious! [LINK] - Meryl - 10:27pm on 01/12/10 (2)

My kind of cookie, Meryl! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:00pm on 01/12/10

Absolutely! [NT] - Meryl - 11:29pm on 01/12/10

17413. Feeling adventurous, mojo-wise, bought a pork tenderloin for tonight. - Heather_in_SF - 12:12am on 01/13/10 (2)

(Hope this isn't too late!) Rec: Herb-Roasted Pork Tenderloin by Ron_in_Worcester [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:03am on 01/13/10

Thank you! I've printed this for the other tenderloin in the freezer. The spice mixture sounds - Heather_in_SF - 5:40pm on 01/14/10

17414. DH does not like my posole. Oh, well. More for me! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:06am on 01/13/10 (4)

Amanda, I never liked it until I had the red sauce and all the "other" stuff - MarilynFL - 12:57pm on 01/13/10

Maybe that would help. I used chipotle chiles this time and I think he prefers green. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:41pm on 01/13/10

Ah, chipotle would turn me off too. Something about the smell and burn. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:57pm on 01/13/10
I prefer red dried New Mexico chiles. Here is my favorite recipe. - Judy-TX - 10:35pm on 01/21/10

17415. Would a coffeecake survive being mailed? - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:09am on 01/13/10 (9)

well wrapped in foil and boxed, it should do quite well... they're pretty sturdy [NT] - cheezz - 2:10am on 01/13/10
I've done it several times! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:26am on 01/13/10
It should fit into a flat rate box, the one that is more square and taller. what fun! [NT] - AngAk - 6:40pm on 01/13/10
Thanks much! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:15pm on 01/14/10
Amanda, I do the same idea every year, but I use Ina's Outrageous Brownies. They travel well too. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:23pm on 01/14/10

I doubt that.... I think you should send me a batch... just to test the travel theory of course *g* [NT] - cheezz - 2:30am on 01/15/10

Anything for science, huh? So noble. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:35pm on 01/15/10

tough job, but we all must sacrifice... - cheezz - 1:41am on 01/16/10

Did the coffeecake travel well? [NT] - Traca - 1:06am on 01/26/10

17416. ISO Plain Hong Kong Style Chow Mein - oli - 2:13am on 01/13/10 (7)

Did you see this one? [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 1:24pm on 01/13/10

I looked at the link, but what I useto have did not have broccoli or peppers. [NT] - oli - 3:08pm on 01/13/10

You know that you can leave any of the veggies out/reduce them if you don't like them, right? - mistral - 6:03pm on 01/13/10

Another thought: I suggest looking for a recipe for chinese pan-fried noodles (chow mein) and then: - mistral - 6:18pm on 01/13/10

This is one we do alot [LINK] - carol whidbey Is - 2:56am on 01/14/10

Hi Carol, we went by your area during the summer, on our way to Sequim [NT] - oli - 3:12pm on 01/14/10

Is it not so pretty [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 2:20am on 01/19/10

17417. Poor Haiti. [NT] - joanietoo - 11:57am on 01/13/10 (6)

Oh my...I didn't even know. I wonder what they'll find today. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:07pm on 01/13/10
Terrible. Terrible [NT] - PatBastrop - 1:33pm on 01/13/10
Horrid. And in a country where the basic necessities of life are hard to come by already. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:45pm on 01/13/10
Really awful; gosh we were just talking about earthquakes - MariaDNoCA - 2:20am on 01/14/10

I agree Maria. If we're going to donate, it better be in the right hands. Here's an [LINK] - FloriSandy - 2:45am on 01/14/10

Whew! I wish I had seen this post before. I just posted a link below - orchid - 5:24am on 01/14/10

17418. REC: 86 Proof Chocolate Cake--one of my first copied recipes from Gail's--gotta try this-from Pam - charlie - 3:09pm on 01/13/10 (3)

someone was looking for a rum cake, not from a mix. this would work well. [NT] - AngAk - 6:42pm on 01/13/10
charlie, This is a Maida Heatter Recipe thought you would like to know that...here is a link [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:33pm on 01/13/10

Thanks Gay--I should have known that--I have the book BG [NT] - charlie - 9:13pm on 01/13/10

17419. REC: Amaretto Bars--another untried boozy recipe from the archives... - charlie - 3:13pm on 01/13/10 (0)

17420. Another boozy one-Lane Cake-remember they always talked about the neighbor lady's - Melissa Dallas - 3:59pm on 01/13/10 (4)

I had Lane Cake as my wedding cake! But I don't think it had so much booze or raisins. - Luisa_Calif - 6:13pm on 01/13/10

Best I remember, the one I made was VERY boozy-more so than bourbon balls even. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 7:43pm on 01/13/10

we read To Kill a Mockingbird for my December bookclub, and she made this as dessert. - AngAk - 6:45pm on 01/13/10
This one from a 1999 Bon Appetit is similar REC: Christmas Lane Cake... - charlie - 9:17pm on 01/13/10

17421. Stupidly simple sides for weeknights? - Therese - 5:34pm on 01/13/10 (23)

I was at a girlfriends for dinner the other night, She wanted to make a side of roasted veggies - Barbara in VA - 6:06pm on 01/13/10

Oh Barbara - this does, indeed, sound fabulous! - deb-in-MI - 6:21pm on 01/13/10

Deb, Great Idea! Let us know if it works. I bet it will leave nice grill marks too. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 2:21pm on 01/14/10

foil packets of veggies are fun for the kids too. combine whatever sounds good. - AngAk - 6:48pm on 01/13/10
Roasted Cauliflower! [NT] - Meryl - 10:48pm on 01/13/10

(this should have been posted below as #4.) [NT] - Meryl - 10:49pm on 01/13/10

Make up twice-baked potatoes and keep in the freezer so you can grab when needed. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:54pm on 01/13/10

Really? I never thought about that. Do you freeze them and then wrap - orchid - 8:44pm on 01/13/10

Emeril's Twice Baked froze--then reheated--perfectly. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:46pm on 01/13/10

Hey! Emeril makes them just like me! ;0) So, did you defrost them first? [NT] - orchid - 10:13pm on 01/13/10

I'm thinking...no. They have a lot of fat in them and they heated up well. - MarilynFL - 11:06pm on 01/13/10

I did this as well and it worked great. [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 12:11am on 01/14/10

This is exactly what I wanted to know. Great info...Thanks! [NT] - orchid - 12:50am on 01/14/10

My grandmother has been doing this for as long as I can remember.They're great! [NT] - Cindy - 3:08am on 01/14/10

My Favorite Broccoli, made this last night and just loved it. Simple as can be to make. I'm making [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:29pm on 01/13/10
REC: Zucchini Farfalle - this is from orchid and is really yummy! - cheezz - 11:01pm on 01/13/10
Zucchini and Summer Squash Ribbon Salad [LINK] - starburst - 12:08am on 01/14/10
Raw Broccoli Salad from Tea and Cookies - PatBastrop - 5:57am on 01/14/10
Very simple, half cauliflower and half broccoli in the microwave with a 1/4 c water and a sprinkle - Heather_in_SF - 5:46pm on 01/14/10

Have done that many times as well. Zucchini is a nice addition to the plate..I put - Pat-NoCal - 6:25pm on 01/14/10

Rec: Stir-fry of Asparagus with Cashews - Pat-NoCal - 6:26pm on 01/14/10

I'm going to do this with aspiration (why did they call it that?) Thanks, Pat! [NT] - PatBastrop - 6:31pm on 01/14/10

Major thanks for all the great responses!!! nt [NT] - Therese - 1:22am on 01/15/10

17422. Has anyone ever made their own vanilla? - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:43pm on 01/13/10 (35)

Vanilla as in vanilla extract? Yes I have, many times. It comes out really good. [NT] - EvaN - 9:50pm on 01/13/10
Yep--beans in cognac. Though I use the commercial stuff too. I used to buy my vanilla extract from - Shaun in TO - 10:27pm on 01/13/10

Shaun, do you bruise or split the bean pods, or just leave them intact? How long a steep until use? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:52pm on 01/13/10

In the bottle the Greek lady gave me, the beans were whole, and so I've just done what she - Shaun in TO - 12:49am on 01/14/10

aha, I knew that vanilla had alcohol, but now I know why I cannot get it shipped to Alaska, by any - AngAk - 10:55pm on 01/13/10

Send it to my house and I'll forward to you. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:09am on 01/14/10

how many beans to a liter of cognac? Is the taste preferable to vodka? (I don't drink.... so - cheezz - 3:37am on 01/14/10

I think you'd probably end up with a richer taste if you used cognac. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:49am on 01/14/10

Yes, there's no avoiding the cognac, so it's not a wholesale replacement for regular extract. But it - Shaun in TO - 1:13pm on 01/14/10

What would you recommend as a 'good quality' vodka? [NT] - cheezz - 2:43am on 01/15/10

One that has a fairly clean taste. Which probably means not the cheapest on the shelf. Any name - Shaun in TO - 2:29pm on 01/15/10

May I suggest "Everclear" it's available in the South, a mere 190 proof! - Steve2 in LA - 4:38am on 01/15/10
I put 5 beans in a pint bottle with cognac. If I can't cook with it, it'll make one MEAN cocktail. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 4:40am on 01/15/10

When's Happy Hour? [NT] - LisainLA - 3:34pm on 01/15/10

Whenever I can sober up enough to pour straight. C'mon DOWN! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:12pm on 01/15/10

Question: if cooking/baking cooks off the liquor, does it matter that much if it's a good brand? [NT] - cheezz - 5:16pm on 01/15/10

While the alcohol cooks away, the flavor remains. Decide for yourself. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:11pm on 01/15/10
Alcohol itself is flavorless. But it bonds well with aromatic molecules when hops, grapes, barley, - Shaun in TO - 8:09pm on 01/15/10

mmmmm..... good analogy. Thanks for the info Shaun! [NT] - cheezz - 1:43am on 01/16/10

Whatever you want, really. My half-full 1-1/2-cup bottle has four beans in it. I just - Shaun in TO - 1:18pm on 01/14/10

Wow, what a story! I'm glad I asked, just to hear that! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:51am on 01/14/10

I love this forum. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:30pm on 01/14/10

Yes and it was easy to do. Fun project. Give it a go. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:44pm on 01/14/10
I use 2 vanilla beans to 1 cup vodka. I split the beans before adding them - EvaN - 5:32pm on 01/14/10

I think I'm gonna have to try this. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:58pm on 01/14/10

Even though vanilla beans are sooooo expensive. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:59pm on 01/14/10

World Market is usually pretty good price-wise - or Trader Joes [NT] - cheezz - 2:45am on 01/15/10

Unfortunately, I live in a shopping vacumn. :( - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:35pm on 01/15/10

Hi Amanda - sometimes they carry them at Costco for a very reasonable price. [NT] - LisainLA - 3:35pm on 01/15/10
I'll check prices at TJ and World Market and get back to you. [NT] - cheezz - 5:17pm on 01/15/10

Thanks, Cheezz--I appreciate that. (Here in my shopping WASTELAND!!!) - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:35pm on 01/17/10

Amanda, you must be around the same age as my son. He used - orchid - 10:43pm on 01/17/10
THREE for $16?!!! I think my heart would stop! I almost died at the store prices for cardomom! [NT] - cheezz - 2:51am on 01/18/10

Yes! DH almost hit the roof. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:36am on 01/20/10
I get caramom, seeds and ground, from Cost Plus. Very reasonable. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 8:47pm on 01/20/10

17423. Cold weather reminder: You can buy ham bones from HoneyBaked spiral ham stores. - MarilynFL - 9:53pm on 01/13/10 (15)

Oh my, have you posted Mom's Ham Bone and Beans with Sauerkraut? [NT] - Curious1 - 10:31pm on 01/13/10

C, it's over at Gail's and I can't find it for love or money. I'll keep looking. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:32am on 01/14/10

I did this once for my split pea soup but it was waaaaay too sweet. Red beans & rice sounds good! [NT] - cheezz - 10:56pm on 01/13/10
Love my ham bones in Bean soup. Thanks for the tip re: honey baked ham stores!~ [NT] - barb_b - 11:18pm on 01/13/10
When I was making soups for the FM, I used to buy a ham and - Dawn_MO - 11:38pm on 01/13/10

Don't mean to be negative but I have not had good luck using those Honey Baked hams, too sweet. [NT] - Janet in NC - 12:53am on 01/14/10

I mean the ham bones, not the ham. [NT] - Janet in NC - 12:53am on 01/14/10
I tried it a few times with Honey Baked and other brands of honey hams and the split pea soup... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:06am on 01/14/10

I like to use Smoked Turkey. Same-same in greens and black-eyed peas. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:38am on 01/14/10

Very creative idea! Thanks Steve! I often see them on sale, REALLY cheap, managers specials and - barb_b - 1:09pm on 01/14/10

I usually buy an extra turkey around the holidays and freeze it. Sometimes I smoke it... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:27pm on 01/14/10

I also love the smoked turkey legs for soups/beans. great value and good flavor. [NT] - AngAk - 6:31pm on 01/14/10

No, not a honey-baked ham, just a normal one. Here in MO, I have found - Dawn_MO - 1:24pm on 01/14/10

Marilyn, what is "Hydeholde's bisque"? Thanks! [NT] - cheezz - 3:38am on 01/14/10

Here ya go: Basically, it's upscale pea soup. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:32am on 01/14/10

17424. Still here...hibernating. :( Trying to muster the energy to make mac 'n cheese--comfort food time! - ErininNY - 4:41am on 01/14/10 (38)

REC: Horn & Hardart's Macaroni & Cheese... - charlie - 11:44am on 01/14/10

FOnd memories of dad taking us to the Automat and letting us choose. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:42pm on 01/14/10

Loved the baked beans too--and the coffee that came out of a silver elephant snout. [NT] - charlie - 4:56pm on 01/14/10

Alton Brown's REC: Stove Top Mac-n-Cheese... - charlie - 11:46am on 01/14/10

Half pound of macaroni serves six?? Not where I come from! [NT] - aajay - 2:56pm on 01/14/10

Just checked web site--they actually say serves 6 to 8--feel free to double the recipe BG. [NT] - charlie - 3:11pm on 01/14/10
LOL. Went to brunch last weekend at Tanya Holland's new restaurant, Brown Sugar Kitchen...ordered [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:03pm on 01/14/10

At the Boneyard Bistro 'round here, they have (wait for it ...) Deep Fried Mac & Cheese. Fit t'eat! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 4:54am on 01/15/10

Cheeseake Factory has served an appetizer like that for years... pretty yummy. [NT] - cheezz - 5:21pm on 01/15/10

Beadle's (Pasadena) Macaroni and Cheese--a classic, the mac 'n' cheese your grandmother would have - Shaun in TO - 1:40pm on 01/14/10
<small voice>Is it bad that I like Kraft macaroni and cheese?</small voice> [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:37pm on 01/14/10

This is one instance in which the higher the DayGlo effect of the cheese, the better I like it. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:10pm on 01/14/10

agreed... I even buy the boxes, throw away the macaroni and sprinkle the stuff on popcorn! [NT] - cheezz - 5:20pm on 01/15/10

save the macaroni to add to soups. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:59pm on 01/15/10

true - I don't actually "throw it away" in the trash, I do set it aside for other stuff... - cheezz - 1:44am on 01/16/10

me neither. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:26am on 01/16/10

Nope, not at all Amanda. I just so happen to prefer (nose-up-in-air (wink)) Stouffer's [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 4:00am on 01/15/10

I love you! [NT] - AngAk - 1:16am on 01/20/10

Here's one thread of recipes from the archives. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:12pm on 01/14/10

And another thread.... [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:14pm on 01/14/10

we should probably put this thread(17424) in the T&T thread file when we collect more goodies [NT] - AngAk - 6:34pm on 01/14/10
Pat, I just tried your James Beard Mac and Cheese over the holidays, loved it! - MoNJ - 8:22pm on 01/14/10

Thanks Mo, for letting me know. You're right, just good old basic mac n cheese. I actually am - Pat-NoCal - 2:26am on 01/15/10

I am making some tonight myself! The trick I think is good cheese, a blend of several, [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 4:29pm on 01/14/10

My husband makes one with four different cheeses. I like the crunchy corners. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:17pm on 01/14/10

I saw buttered panko crumbs on the top. That looked crunchy. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:20pm on 01/14/10

Neener's TDF Man 'n Cheese [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 1:49am on 01/15/10

Mmmmmmmmmm, bacon!("Man" & Cheese? What's on YOUR mind, son?) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 4:57am on 01/15/10

An honest mistake. - Joe - 6:59am on 01/15/10

{thank you for this morning's first chuckle} [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:36pm on 01/15/10
:-D [NT] - LisainLA - 3:33pm on 01/15/10

Happy New Year to you too Erin! Since you - FloriSandy - 4:50am on 01/15/10

Gosh, Sandy, it looks like I never thanked you for typing this recipe! But I am now! Looks great. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 3:14am on 12/08/11

Not T&T, but this one sounds great! Caramelized Shallot and Crispy Sage Macaroni and Cheese [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:57am on 01/15/10
For the carb-watchers: REC: Cauliflower "Mac" and Cheese - Michael in Sarasota - 12:17pm on 01/15/10

Wonder what those of us with a Lipitor drip are supposed to do. Gah! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:28pm on 01/15/10

increase the drip! [NT] - cheezz - 1:45am on 01/16/10

LOL [NT] - AngAk - 1:19am on 01/20/10

17425. Soooo....this is totally NFR and I will put it all inside [LINK] - orchid - 4:59am on 01/14/10 (16)

The "boxes" [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 5:07am on 01/14/10

O, do they take smaller donations? Or only the full price of a box? I'm trying - MarilynFL - 12:24pm on 01/14/10

Here is a link to the donation site I used. I saw this first with a group [LINK] - orchid - 1:30pm on 01/14/10

And one more link that is for the USA that tells more about what they do. [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 1:40pm on 01/14/10

Good info; will ask my company to link to them - MariaDNoCA - 3:44pm on 01/14/10

Thank you Maria. I think this is a smart organization. [NT] - orchid - 4:08pm on 01/14/10
What a great idea, this is how everyone should donate. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:13pm on 01/14/10

checked them out and a minimal amount of money goes to "administration"...yeah! (nt) [NT] - daricem - 11:23pm on 01/14/10
Just an update...my little (?) group has now sponsored 22 boxes. I'm - orchid - 3:59am on 01/15/10

I'm glad you did bring it up because I have been thinking and sharing this info with friends who >>> - Luisa_Calif - 4:48pm on 01/15/10

Thank you Luisa. Do a search and see what the salaries are for the - orchid - 6:55pm on 01/15/10

My "little" group has now sponsored 64 boxes and still going! - orchid - 11:18pm on 01/17/10

Wow! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:04am on 01/18/10
Wow is right. It's 65 now and Shelter Box has contacted them with much thanks. [NT] - orchid - 12:26am on 01/18/10

So, the total of boxes they have raised funds for is almost 80 as of now. That's - orchid - 2:49am on 01/21/10
Make that 107 boxes. What a group! [NT] - orchid - 12:42am on 01/25/10

17426. Has anyone read "Eating Animals" by Jonathan Safran Foer? [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 4:10pm on 01/14/10 (23)

No, I haven't read it, but I did skim the excerpt on the website. I find it difficult to speak to... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:33pm on 01/14/10
Saw him on BookTV. Literate and gracious dealing with differing audience viewpoints. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:53pm on 01/14/10
I am really surprised I have not gotten more responses to this post. - Dawn_MO - 5:11am on 01/15/10

I have not read the book Dawn, so I cannot intelligently respond. It just so happens - FloriSandy - 5:28am on 01/15/10
I didn't know about the book until you posted your first question... now - DawnNYS - 2:31pm on 01/15/10
I've only read a few reviews, not the book itself. But I made my decision long ago and don't feel it - Shaun in TO - 2:38pm on 01/15/10

My question was not whether or not we should meat. - Dawn_MO - 3:43pm on 01/15/10

human nature... we tend to ignore or move away from uncomfortable things I guess. [NT] - cheezz - 5:24pm on 01/15/10

I would like to be honest without being offensive to anyone else. - Angiebaby - 4:02pm on 01/15/10

Even though this is not my string, I want to say I appreciate not only your thoughts, but also... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:50pm on 01/15/10

with you Michael. - Dawn_MO - 5:14pm on 01/15/10

That should read, I agree with you Michael. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 5:16pm on 01/15/10
I haven't read the book but have known for a long time that there are issues with commodity meat - Heather_in_SF - 5:50pm on 01/15/10

Agree with Heather about taste and quality. There is no way anyone can say mass-produced chicken - Shaun in TO - 8:28pm on 01/15/10

You bring up some good points....A few thoughts... [LINK] - Traca - 11:00pm on 01/16/10

Dawn, have you seen this? Mark Bittman: What's Wrong with What We Eat [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 11:05pm on 01/16/10

I might also recommend reading Mark Bittman's "Food Matters" [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 11:06pm on 01/16/10

Thanks Traca, I have "Food Matters" but hadn't heared of the other one. - Dawn_MO - 11:03am on 01/17/10

Make that heard. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:05am on 01/17/10

I found whole chickens at WalMart today. - Dawn_MO - 5:10pm on 01/17/10

thanks for the heads up. I made a lovely roast chicken using the beer can holder thing as a - AngAk - 1:35am on 01/20/10
Just beware of their "organic" chicken thighs/drumsticks - they make be organic, but they - DawnNYS - 7:32pm on 01/26/10

I haven't read it either. I don't eat much meat anyways, but DH does. - EvaN - 2:38pm on 01/26/10

17427. ISO Make-ahead, one-dish, easy to transport (not asking for much, eh?) good, hot foods to help my - DawnNYS - 6:00pm on 01/14/10 (29)

What about soup? This black bean soup is easy and will feed a crowd. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 6:31pm on 01/14/10
How about one of the macaroni and cheese recipes posted above. Take - Pat-NoCal - 6:34pm on 01/14/10
Or with your absence of a stove right now, you might consider taking a dozen fresh bagels with - Pat-NoCal - 6:37pm on 01/14/10
Rec: Barbecue Bean Bake - Pat-NoCal - 6:42pm on 01/14/10
I found it very helpful to have "self service" foods available, like sandwich wraps and sliced ham - AngAk - 6:47pm on 01/14/10

Ditto to this. (((Ang))) [NT] - LisainLA - 1:32am on 01/15/10
Good idea, (((Ang))). Chili sounds like it would be handy. [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:39am on 01/15/10

Any kids going to be there? PB&J never hurt. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:21pm on 01/14/10

No kids :o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:52am on 01/15/10

What happened to all of the one-dish/slow cooker recipes in the T&T? [NT] [LINK] - DawnNYS - 9:54pm on 01/14/10

There are a ton of recipes for crockpot under the great threads [NT] [LINK] - MoNJ - 10:13pm on 01/14/10

REC: Ham Casserole (time to pull out the frozen leftover xmas ham :) - MoNJ - 10:11pm on 01/14/10
Comfort food from the Midwest- REC Church Cookbook Hot Dish - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:54pm on 01/14/10
Dawn, how about "Walking Tacos"? - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:57pm on 01/14/10

These recipes are are very good ideas. I think I found, from Heather's post via MoNJ, that breakfast [LINK] - DawnNYS - 11:07pm on 01/14/10
Cathy, oh, the memories you brought back suggesting Walking Tacos - KarenNoCA - 12:40am on 01/15/10

Good memories- addictive, those walking tacos. Everybody loves them. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:18pm on 01/15/10

Cathy, I am going to have a couple over for breakfast soon - KarenNoCA - 12:44am on 01/15/10

Get creative, Karen- make breakfast walking tacos - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:16pm on 01/15/10

Or if you don't like the sound of tacos with eggs, you could - DawnNYS - 4:52pm on 01/15/10

Cute idea... [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:51am on 01/15/10

The Breakfast Croissant Casserole in T&T is fabulous and you can make it the night before! [LINK] - cheezz - 2:51am on 01/15/10

or a nice chicken pot pie? Here are 2 good ones from my files... - cheezz - 2:53am on 01/15/10

REC: Chicken Almondine - you can bake this ahead and take... reheats well - cheezz - 2:54am on 01/15/10

Taco Casserole or Enchilada Pie? - cheezz - 2:56am on 01/15/10

Stuffed Jumbo Shells - another good make-ahead recipe - cheezz - 2:56am on 01/15/10

Thanks cheezz, but these all require an oven. I want to have it all ready when I - DawnNYS - 2:34pm on 01/15/10

oops... missed the "no oven" part.... yes, an electric skillet would work, too for most of them. [NT] - cheezz - 5:26pm on 01/15/10

King Arthur Flour just posted a few good looking ones this morning! >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 5:03pm on 01/15/10

17428. To check out: Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 11:05pm on 01/14/10 (17)

Stop. It. - LisainLA - 1:31am on 01/15/10

I can't! I have a chocolate disorder! [NT] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 1:56am on 01/15/10

It started when I was a little kid. [NT] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 2:05am on 01/15/10

Go figure! ROFL!!! [NT] - FloriSandy - 6:05am on 01/15/10

No chit!!!!!! lol [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:24am on 01/15/10

No chit Cherlock! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:02am on 01/15/10

LOL! "...truffles I've seen..." But we all know, Meryl. [NT] - Joe - 6:48am on 01/15/10

Call me an enabler---REC: Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse Cake... - charlie - 12:03pm on 01/15/10
Rec: Chocolate Espresso Crinkles. I guess I'm an enabler too. - Pat-NoCal - 3:06pm on 01/15/10
on the enabler band wagon.... my favorite pb brownies: REC: Suzanne's PB Brownies - cheezz - 5:28pm on 01/15/10

guess it just goes to show... if Meryl jumps off the cliff then, yes, we will follow her :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:29pm on 01/15/10

only if she has enough chocolate for all of us...heehee [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:59pm on 01/15/10

I guess that would make it a leap of faith? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:03pm on 01/15/10

awww, you be so clever. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:13pm on 01/15/10
forget the 'faith' - I'd better see the chocolate waving in the air before I leap! *g* [NT] - cheezz - 1:47am on 01/16/10

LOL! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:25am on 01/16/10

oh my gosh, I'm laughing so hard! [NT] - AngAk - 1:44am on 01/20/10

17429. Feb issue of Eating Well is out. I picked up a copy this morning on my way to work. - Barbara in VA - 2:21pm on 01/15/10 (8)

I'm with you, They all sound good! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 4:39pm on 01/15/10
Barbara, do you think you could post the recipe for the pretzel truffles? - Dawn_MO - 5:17pm on 01/15/10

Sure Dawn! They are of the stupidly simple variety. I look forward to trying them out! - Barbara in VA - 5:35pm on 01/15/10

Thanks Barbara! I am going to make these for the teacher's luncheon. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 5:57pm on 01/15/10
freeze then dip in chocolate? Won't we end up with the pop poop from Marilyn's infamous adventure?! [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 1:49am on 01/16/10

No,not the pop poop! - Dawn_MO - 5:52am on 01/16/10

Barbara, have you made many things from Eating Well? - Tessie in Cincy - 8:26pm on 01/15/10

Tessie, I have been buying Eating Well for just over a year. Trying to find a replacement - Barbara in VA - 1:15pm on 01/16/10

17430. QUESTION: Anyone here have a guard-type glove for protection when cutting? What do you recommend? - Luisa_Calif - 4:59pm on 01/15/10 (7)

The chef at our school recommends a heavy duty chainmail like the one... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:40pm on 01/15/10

That looks pretty tough, but I'm afraid she cannot afford that one. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 6:15pm on 01/15/10
Mesh or kevlar? - Pam - 8:46pm on 01/15/10

Found a couple sites with gloves under $20 dollars. Target has 'em (see link) and so does KMart > [LINK] - Steve2 in LA - 7:22pm on 01/15/10

I'll pass these all on to her. Thanks to Both of you. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 7:31pm on 01/15/10

I doubt she'll be happy with the Kevlar...so bulky... [LINK] - Glennis_NoCA - 1:06am on 01/19/10

Thanks Glennis [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:34am on 01/20/10

17431. I am getting ready to do the teacher's luncheon on Tuesday, and - Dawn_MO - 5:26pm on 01/15/10 (20)

Hi Dawn, I love the way you position it...Getting ready, (vs. have to do), you are doing such a nice - barb_b - 6:30pm on 01/15/10
I think Shrimp Creole might work in a crock pot on low for a couple of hours. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 7:24pm on 01/15/10
Shrimp and Corn Chowder with Fennel. Just saw this in Real Simple magazine yesterday, I'm thinking [LINK] - Curious1 - 7:29pm on 01/15/10
Dawn, if you have teacups, you could serve mini salads to go along with the chowder or creole [NT] - cheezz - 1:50am on 01/16/10

I don't have anything like that. Presentation is on the low end of my list. - Dawn_MO - 5:36am on 01/16/10

"Annoying"? Never! I really get a lot out of your posts. Always. [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:50am on 01/17/10
Never annoying!! I was just thinking a SMALL group of teachers but I certainly DO agree - cheezz - 1:11am on 01/17/10

Shrimp...2 hours...maybe not. How about a clam chowder with a shrimp salad, and... - Glennis_NoCA - 1:19am on 01/19/10
Cuban Shrimp Stew - Meryl - 1:29am on 01/19/10

This sounds delicious but I would hesitate to leave it cooking for 2 hours in a crockpot. The shrimp - Pat-NoCal - 2:32am on 01/19/10

Yeah, I was thinking that also. Probably not a good idea. [NT] - Meryl - 2:35am on 01/19/10

This sounds wonderful! Thanks for posting! [NT] - barb_b - 9:39pm on 01/20/10

Let me know if you try it! [NT] - Meryl - 9:51pm on 01/20/10

Since they are having a soup day next week, and I figure everyone - Dawn_MO - 1:07pm on 01/19/10

The salads sound great. Can you turn the brownies into a trifle of sorts? Small cut squares in a - Pat-NoCal - 2:05pm on 01/19/10

The brownies were undercooked, I think, really gooey. - Dawn_MO - 2:14pm on 01/19/10

I really liked the brownies with the cayenne pepper in them! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 6:05pm on 01/19/10
If the gooey brownies end up staying at home they can be turned into a brownie sundae w/ice cream. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:09pm on 01/19/10
Scoop out chunks of brownies, roll in softened frosting then in coconut - like the cake balls! [NT] - cheezz - 7:50pm on 01/19/10

the chicken stuffed crepes from Julia Child are great with shrimp too, and easy to make ahead. but [LINK] - AngAk - 2:00am on 01/20/10

17432. 2 recipes that I don't think made it here from Gail's. I'm cleaning out piles of printed dessert - Curious1 - 7:19pm on 01/15/10 (5)

Berries with Orange Cream posted at Gail's by Marsha TampaBay - Curious1 - 7:21pm on 01/15/10

YUM!!! This would go great with my lovely ricotta pound cake.... [NT] - cheezz - 1:51am on 01/16/10

Devonshire Tart with Summer Berries posted at Gail's by Marilyn/FL - Curious1 - 7:24pm on 01/15/10

I can still recommend the cream, but I've since found better crusts. - MarilynFL - 12:51am on 01/16/10

I think it's too much egg... otherwise it sounds like a shortbread crust. [NT] - cheezz - 1:53am on 01/16/10

17433. I am thawing a Mystery Package from the freezer for dinner tomorrow. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:02pm on 01/15/10 (3)

LOL! you reminded me of college meals where we were served the - PatBastrop - 10:57pm on 01/15/10
Ended up going out for dinner. But the package is definitely soup. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:17am on 01/17/10

it always seems obvious when you put it in there, doesn't it? [NT] - cheezz - 6:58am on 01/17/10

17434. Pitiful soup needs....something? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:31pm on 01/15/10 (42)

Well "Stewed Garlic" turned me off immediately. Maybe some lemon zest? But I think>>> - Luisa_Calif - 9:42pm on 01/15/10
I'm not a very good cook, but I would try this - Angiebaby - 11:20pm on 01/15/10

I agree, it needs texture and an acid. If you have any of the veggies left, - Cindy - 11:44pm on 01/15/10

I totally agree! Garlic should never be simmered/boiled/stewed! [NT] - Meryl - 11:25pm on 01/15/10

I meant to post this as a reply to Luisa. [NT] - Meryl - 11:25pm on 01/15/10
Unless, of course.... - judy-mass - 11:41pm on 01/15/10

But of course! [NT] - Meryl - 11:45pm on 01/15/10

Not a fan of Garlic Soup? [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 2:06am on 01/16/10

It loses flavor when boiled - I always saute it first before adding to soup. [NT] - Meryl - 3:13am on 01/16/10

Gotcha. [NT] - LisainLA - 3:39am on 01/16/10

I put garlic in my chicken soup all of the time, and in my broths for hot and sour soup. . . - mistral - 3:00am on 01/16/10

yeah, I sometimes do that too, although I usually try to saute it with the onions first. It's just - Luisa_Calif - 3:14am on 01/16/10

Ditto. [NT] - Meryl - 3:15am on 01/16/10

Add some sauteed garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, maybe some ground ginger, etc. [NT] - Meryl - 11:31pm on 01/15/10
Don't feel bad - I just made the worst hummus I've ever tasted. It's now in the garbage. [NT] - Meryl - 12:14am on 01/16/10

See, that's smart. Sometimes I keep trying to salvage something - Dawn_MO - 5:44am on 01/16/10
Been there. Done that. [NT] - Lana in FL - 8:43pm on 01/16/10

Blessed Salvation...you guys are the best! I'm going to try Angie's ideas a few at a time - MarilynFL - 12:50am on 01/16/10

Marilyn, I would love to know how it turns out, please let us know ;-) [NT] - Cindy - 1:08am on 01/16/10

Marilyn, I've noticed that when I use veggie stock as a base for soups, I don't usually like - LisainLA - 2:03am on 01/16/10

I agree! [NT] - Meryl - 3:14am on 01/16/10
I think AmerTest Kit did a comparison on chicken broths and on vegetable broths and - Luisa_Calif - 3:49am on 01/16/10

Culinate? That's not even a WORD! As one of your resident editors, I protest. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:34am on 01/16/10

LOL! [NT] - LisainLA - 2:43am on 01/16/10
I culinate most of the time, but sometimes I just can't cook. . . - mistral - 3:03am on 01/16/10

Add a cup of cream. It has saved every soup that's failed me. The universe will approve..... - Joe - 4:00am on 01/16/10
Um, soup? I got distracted by the picture of the Dulce De Leche Cake with Caramel Frosting over on - DawnNYS - 4:50am on 01/16/10

But did someone say "sweet potatoes"? Turn up the volume... [NT] [LINK] - DawnNYS - 5:12am on 01/16/10

I love this. [NT] - elaine - 11:04am on 01/16/10

well DARN!! You just know I had to go back to the site and find it, but can't! [NT] - cheezz - 1:14am on 01/17/10

Here cheezz>>> [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 2:16am on 01/17/10

Oh. My. I don't know whether to thank you or curse you! *g* [NT] - cheezz - 6:59am on 01/17/10

:D [NT] - LisainLA - 7:29am on 01/17/10

Just noticed and smiled....The rec says it can easily be doubled....Good to know! : ) Should - barb_b - 1:40pm on 01/16/10
May i add my two cents? Probably too late but here is what I would do - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:42pm on 01/16/10
Mar, seriously...all these 'fix-it' helps...perhaps but I have the best fix-it one - joanietoo - 10:41pm on 01/16/10

Ahem......Amen! [NT] - orchid - 12:29am on 01/17/10

Yoo hoo Marilyn........So........how was it? [NT] - Cindy - 1:31am on 01/17/10

Cindy, if your stomach is strong enough, see Post # 17445. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:01am on 01/18/10

Pitiful Soup - pvwalla10 - 9:36pm on 01/18/10

Welcome pvwalla10! - PatBastrop - 11:33pm on 01/18/10

Yes - WELCOME! [NT] - cheezz - 12:09am on 01/19/10

17435. REC Roasted Herbed Sweet Potatoes from recipezaar - elaine - 2:05pm on 01/16/10 (8)

Thanks. These look great. Here's another one we like. - rhoward2va - 2:10pm on 01/16/10
I have made these -- not a fan of sweet potatoes, I LOVED these!!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 4:02pm on 01/16/10

oh now, Pat, how can you live in the south and NOT like sweet potatoes?! How about in a pie? [NT] - cheezz - 1:15am on 01/17/10

Nope. But I really loved them with the herbs and stuff. [NT] - PatBastrop - 6:29am on 01/17/10

Please tell me that you DO like biscuits and gravy, or cornbread with buttermilk?? [NT] - cheezz - 7:17am on 01/17/10

Oh, YEAH! and grits and country ham and fried chicken and lemon chess pie! [NT] - PatBastrop - 3:14am on 01/18/10

WHEW!! Ok, you had me worried there for a moment.. thought I'd have to revoke your "Southern" card! [NT] - cheezz - 3:18am on 01/18/10

Not in my lifetime, girlfriend!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 6:32pm on 01/18/10

17436. Homemade Bouillon, a veggie paste that supposedly keeps for 6 months if placed in a [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:37pm on 01/16/10 (8)

This looks to be the original version of the recipe, but I think I'd refrigerate. [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:40pm on 01/16/10
Curious, I love this idea! - Dawn_MO - 4:40pm on 01/16/10

Please give a critique if you make it. I've never seen anything like that before. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:19pm on 01/17/10

I wasn't able to find the celery root or the fennel, so I will have to adapt it a bit. - Dawn_MO - 7:08pm on 01/17/10

Hi Curious, this is what I did: - Dawn_MO - 8:38pm on 01/17/10

Thanks for the feedback. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:50pm on 01/18/10

Thanks Curious - I'll give this one a whirl! [NT] - LisainLA - 4:40pm on 01/17/10
Dawn, here's the link to another blogger who made the bouillon. She has more tips/suggestions. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:30pm on 01/18/10

17437. Our microwave went belly up two days ago. We remodeled our kitchen totally 4 .5 years ago and>>> - Luisa_Calif - 6:33pm on 01/16/10 (1)

Good thing you got the warranty! I'd be lost without mine. [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:40am on 01/17/10

17438. Valentine's Plannig Query - Cupid needs an assist - Bklyn Joe - 10:54pm on 01/16/10 (16)

Julia's Chocolate Grand Marnier Truffles are still my favortie. Chocolate, coffer, butter and booze. [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 11:14pm on 01/16/10

I swear on Julia's grave I was sober when I typed that. Favorite, Coffee, etc. [NT] - Joe - 3:30am on 01/17/10

Yeah, right. [NT] - Meryl - 4:00am on 01/17/10

maybe Joe should stick with the virgin truffles for awhile.... [NT] - cheezz - 7:19am on 01/17/10

REC: Ghirardelli Sinful Chocolate Truffles - These are great, and use both heavy cream and butter. [LINK] - Meryl - 11:26pm on 01/16/10
I don't think the Mozart chocolates have cherries, but... - Lana in FL - 1:14am on 01/17/10
I think Cost Plus World Market has the Mozart chocolates [NT] - cheezz - 1:18am on 01/17/10
Here are some possibilities >> - cheezz - 1:43am on 01/17/10

OMG - I never do anything easy - Bklyn Joe - 8:17pm on 01/20/10

I'm sure whatever you do will be MUCH appreciated, as it's the thought that counts most :) [NT] - cheezz - 8:54pm on 01/20/10
Joe, I found the Asbachs and another kind in the liquor store section of Costco. maybe they still - AngAk - 9:38pm on 01/20/10

You found Asbachs at Costco and I didn't see them!!!!! <sulks> - Lana in FL - 11:22pm on 01/20/10

did I mention it was a giant box??? [NT] - AngAk - 2:47am on 01/21/10

Yes indeedy, and doesn't that just make it worse? [NT] - Lana in FL - 5:10am on 01/22/10

Are these the ones you are looking for? [NT] [LINK] - charlie - 12:38pm on 01/17/10
These two were my favourite home-made truffles (when I still made them) ... - Shaun in TO - 3:21pm on 01/17/10

17439. How do you get "correct" strainer baskets for your kitchen sink? The hardware store versions - Melissa Dallas - 12:42am on 01/17/10 (5)

Are you talking about the strainer that fits over the water outlet at the bottom of the sink? - KarenNoCA - 12:46am on 01/17/10
I always thought it was a universal size, that they just differ by - DawnNYS - 12:49am on 01/17/10

I think we have the same one - I asked hubby how he got a personalized one! - Sandi in Hawaii - 5:58am on 01/17/10

They do sell strainer's mad especially for a specific sink. When we redid our kitchen I ordered the. - charlie - 12:31pm on 01/17/10
We looked for a long time before finding a replacement for ours. None we brought home would fit. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:17pm on 01/17/10

17440. I looked into the vegetable drawer for something (have been nuking frozen ones lately) and behold, I - DawnNYS - 12:44am on 01/17/10 (7)

WOW! You should send that in to the company.... what a wonderful testimony to their product. [NT] - cheezz - 1:44am on 01/17/10
I love them, and the red ones for lunch meat work great. [NT] - rhoward2va - 2:19am on 01/17/10
My sister is coming shortly - I want these bags - where can she get them - anyone know? TIA [NT] - elaine - 4:34am on 01/17/10

We buy them at Whole Foods [NT] - charlie - 12:28pm on 01/17/10
Bed Bath and Beyond and some supermarkets and online [NT] - rhoward2va - 1:08pm on 01/17/10
Local drugstore Walgreens carries them. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:20pm on 01/17/10

I'll mail some out for you, E, if that will help. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:18pm on 01/18/10

17441. Saturday Six - DawnNYS - 1:02am on 01/17/10 (50)

REC: Hearty Homestyle Chicken Pot Pie --- quick, easy, and uses cooked chicken - cheezz - 1:52am on 01/17/10

Or toss the chicken it with some bbq sauce for sammies [NT] - cheezz - 1:54am on 01/17/10

Saturday Six - LisainLA - 2:19am on 01/17/10

Make lemonade to go with those cookies! [NT] - cheezz - 7:20am on 01/17/10
How about Pork Chops with Maple Sauce? REC inside - DawnNYS - 3:24pm on 01/17/10

Thanks Dawn - this looks very nice! [NT] - LisainLA - 4:21pm on 01/17/10

I sampled those chocolate-covered pomegranate seeds while in Austin. Yum! [NT] - Curious1 - 4:28pm on 01/17/10

They are interfering with my post-holiday weight goals... :-D [NT] - LisainLA - 4:39pm on 01/17/10

Oh, the pomegranate cancels out the chocolate, doesn't it? ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:41pm on 01/17/10

are the seeds dried like dried cherries, or do you still have the hard center to deal with? [NT] - cheezz - 2:54am on 01/18/10

My Weekend Six - MariaDNoCA - 2:23am on 01/17/10

Greek lemon soup! I love it, especially with rice in it. Is your recipe - DawnNYS - 3:28pm on 01/17/10

Open the bottle and give it a whiff, your nose will tell you if it's gone rancid. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:03pm on 01/17/10
Snap! I was just about to check my opened truffle oil for rancidity... [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 7:12pm on 01/17/10

I just sniffed it but can't really tell. Doesn't smell rancid but doesn't smell "truffly" either - Luisa_Calif - 7:25pm on 01/17/10

Afriend was wanting to make some risotto with some truffle oil (which he said he couldn't find) and - Luisa_Calif - 7:35pm on 01/17/10

Not T&T by me but this Williams Sonoma recipe for Chive Risotto w/ Truffle Oil calls for [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 8:13pm on 01/17/10

This Mushroom Risotto sounds good to me. Check out the reviews. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 8:18pm on 01/17/10

Thanks for the links. I'll try the second one since I have most of the ingred except for the fresh > - Luisa_Calif - 8:26pm on 01/17/10

Let us know how it turns out. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:34pm on 01/17/10

I pretty much use the Silver Palate GLSoup recipe below and add chicken... - MariaDNoCA - 9:49pm on 01/17/10

Saturday six - PatBastrop - 2:39am on 01/17/10

Hey! The book club I recently joined picked The Help as our book for next time too! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 3:57am on 01/17/10
Pat, I picked "The Help" for my bookclub selection in May. tell me how your group liked it and what - AngAk - 7:05pm on 01/20/10

also, if you can download the audio version from your library, it is delightful. [NT] - AngAk - 7:06pm on 01/20/10

Saturday Six - Lana in FL - 2:42am on 01/17/10

Kids say the darnedest things! My husband was in the Peace Corps in Ethiopia in the late 1960's - Luisa_Calif - 4:01am on 01/17/10
Lana, recipe for Blini from Ina Garten [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 9:29pm on 01/20/10

Thank you! It looks delicious and quite simple. [NT] - Lana in FL - 11:23pm on 01/20/10

NLB's chicken casserole [NT] - elaine - 4:37am on 01/17/10

Oops - this was for Dawn - should be in #1. Early here -just having coffee. [NT] - elaine - 4:38am on 01/17/10

elaine, I was just about to post the same recipe! ((Great minds think alike!)) I really enjoy this - barb_b - 2:27pm on 01/17/10

Thanks to you both-it's one of my favorites too. I think it's the first one I ever printed from FK. [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:32pm on 01/17/10

Saturday Six - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:25am on 01/17/10

Amanda, you were a step above me - - LisainLA - 7:17am on 01/17/10

Too funny. I consider In-N-Out to be a cultural phenomena... - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:41pm on 01/17/10

Sounds good, Amanda! [NT] - LisainLA - 4:23pm on 01/17/10
So true about the chains. When traveling by car to MO or TX, we had favorite local restaurants. So - Curious1 - 4:35pm on 01/17/10

Saturday Six - cheezz - 7:34am on 01/17/10

but you got new shoes, at a bargain! who needs veggies on such a day?! [NT] - AngAk - 7:13pm on 01/20/10

Sunday Six - Dawn_MO - 11:59am on 01/17/10
My Weekend Six - EvaN - 1:21pm on 01/17/10
Weekend six: - Barbara in VA - 1:53pm on 01/17/10

Hi Barb - could you post the recipes for the cookies and the Vegetable Jalfrezi? - LisainLA - 4:22pm on 01/17/10

Hi Lisa, no problem. REC: Jalfrezi Vegetable - Barbara in VA - 7:09pm on 01/17/10
REC: Mascarpone Cookies with Ganache Filling [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 7:14pm on 01/17/10

lovely! if you don't have time to make ganache, Nutella makes a nice filling too. [NT] - AngAk - 7:21pm on 01/20/10

Now that I'm retired Six on a Weekend turns into Five or Four... - Luisa_Calif - 5:23pm on 01/17/10

Luisa, since it's "only in California"... - judy-mass - 7:08pm on 01/17/10
Lead in Balsamic Vinegar explanation [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 1:11am on 01/18/10

17442. So, I made Michael's chocolate cake with the pb frosting - Kathleen - 4:30pm on 01/17/10 (11)

Kathleen, I can't find either of these recipes. Could you link to them? [NT] - orchid - 6:50pm on 01/17/10

I recently learned to search here successfully using a few known - Pat-NoCal - 6:58pm on 01/17/10

Thanks, Pat! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 7:14pm on 01/17/10
Thank you Pat, I didn't know that. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 7:22pm on 01/17/10

Michael and Dawn, you're very welcome. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:04pm on 01/17/10

OK. did that Pat and found it. Here's the link for anyone else who is [LINK] - orchid - 8:29pm on 01/17/10

You done good, orchid. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:32pm on 01/17/10

REC: Scott Clark Woolley's Fudge Brownie Cake [LINK] - Ann - 7:07pm on 01/17/10

The cake is a little more dense than most cakes, but not chewy or brownie-like. NT [NT] - Ann - 7:10pm on 01/17/10

looks interesting--did you bake it at the unusually low temp, and if yes, for how long? [NT] - MoNJ - 7:53pm on 01/18/10

Yes. I bake cakes at 300 - Ann - 3:16am on 01/19/10

17443. NFRC: Very cool video. [NT] [LINK] - Scott in Scottsdale - 7:47pm on 01/17/10 (3)

Wow! Thanks [NT] - rhoward2va - 9:30pm on 01/17/10
Enjoyed it and the follow on video... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 10:21pm on 01/17/10
Incredible! [NT] - cheezz - 3:09am on 01/18/10

17444. Interesting problem with silpat and baking pan - oli - 7:49pm on 01/17/10 (7)

I'd be interested in the feedback too. I bought some 8 in rounds but haven't used them yet. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 8:22pm on 01/17/10
I use silpats all the time but have never heard of using them for cakes [NT] - Music City Missy - 8:45pm on 01/17/10

Received as a gift and this is perfectly 8", so I can't imagine what else it is used for. [NT] - oli - 8:58pm on 01/17/10

Maybe a light spritz of baking spray in your pan to keep the silpat flat?? [NT] - cheezz - 3:10am on 01/18/10
My theory... [LINK] - Glennis_NoCA - 1:35am on 01/19/10

I looked at the link and didn't see what looked my silpat - mine are red, if that's an identifier [NT] - oli - 4:01pm on 01/19/10

I think my wife bought them at Bed Bath and Beyond, I'll have to ask her [NT] - oli - 4:03pm on 01/19/10

17445. Pitiful soup >> Resolved. - MarilynFL - 7:51pm on 01/17/10 (25)

O.M.G.! I'm laughing so hard here. M, you're a riot. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:02pm on 01/17/10
Mar, This is too funnY!~ Thanks for the details..... [NT] - barb_b - 8:11pm on 01/17/10
Thank you for such a wonderful post - LOVED IT! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:14pm on 01/17/10
Marilyn, why aren't you a blogger? <vbg> [NT] - Lana in FL - 8:15pm on 01/17/10

Yes, why? And don't worry....I wouldn't expect you keep me laughing ALL the time. ;0) [NT] - orchid - 8:27pm on 01/17/10

The original photo looks even worse than your finished product. :) [NT] - Janet in NC - 9:03pm on 01/17/10
Loved it Mar! Thanks for the laugh. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:07pm on 01/17/10
This is hysterical! Thanks for sharing! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:31pm on 01/17/10
I laughed so hard I need to use my inhaler! Loved it... - MariaDNoCA - 10:02pm on 01/17/10
Thanks, I needed that! [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:38pm on 01/17/10
You are awesome, Marilyn. Thanks for the laughs. Love your dishes! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 11:06pm on 01/17/10
The final picture probably tasted better than the original! HAAAAAAAAAA [NT] - cheezz - 3:14am on 01/18/10
Toooo Funny hahahahahahahahahah [NT] - Cindy - 4:15am on 01/18/10
Great way to start my day - nothing I cook will be as bad today!! Thanks. [NT] - elaine - 4:17am on 01/18/10
ROTFL! I'm laughing so loud my co-workers stopped dead in their tracks. [NT] - EvaN - 11:24am on 01/18/10
By the time I hit the Shriners I was totally gone! Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:10pm on 01/18/10
Marilyn, I have to tell you. Last night I stopped to read your post, laughted hysterically - Barbara in VA - 2:18pm on 01/18/10

..oops! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:18pm on 01/18/10

You have concocted the infamous brown soup of Ireland. Described as "mixed Vegetable soup" on.. - aajay - 2:24pm on 01/18/10
I have looked at this and laughed so often now, Mar you truly have a gift.... - joanietoo - 2:43pm on 01/18/10
Even my skeptical husband laughed over this one. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:56pm on 01/18/10
Just a small observation..... - FloriSandy - 6:44am on 01/19/10
ewwww!! How did I miss this one? Marilyn, you have outdone yourself! [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:48pm on 01/19/10
PRICELESS!!!! - SallyBR - 8:44pm on 01/19/10
I just saw this and had the biggest laugh, thank you, I needed that!!!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 5:26am on 01/26/10

17446. Just recreated a cauliflower pasta sauce from our favorite restaurant - Music City Missy - 10:10pm on 01/17/10 (1)

Looks very good, and you could probably add a few more vegetables in there - DawnNYS - 4:04pm on 01/19/10

17447. Homemade Soft Pretzels [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:31am on 01/18/10 (9)

Great photo at: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:32am on 01/18/10

So what is 'pretzel salt'? Could you just use kosher? The picture looks yummy!! [NT] - cheezz - 7:52pm on 01/19/10

I would just use kosher. [NT] - Meryl - 11:33pm on 01/19/10

Meryl. If you want some too, I can mail you some. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:30am on 01/20/10

Thanks, Luisa! I'll send you a PM. [NT] - Meryl - 1:59am on 01/20/10

My daughter bought me some online and I prefer it to Kosher for foccacia. I used to save the - Luisa_Calif - 12:28am on 01/20/10

Luisa - could I impose on your for a sample? Why do you like it over kosher? [NT] - cheezz - 1:34am on 01/20/10

Kosher is more like flakes but the pretzel salt is like rounded beads. - Luisa_Calif - 1:38am on 01/20/10

Kosher is a hard crystal flake whereas pretzel salt is a soft compressed salt [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 1:57am on 01/20/10

17448. My "Diva Entertains" Blog just went live today! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 11:58am on 01/18/10 (19)

Congratulations and good luck deb--it looks great! [NT] - charlie - 1:37pm on 01/18/10
How fun, looks great Deb. Sending you a PM with a suggestion. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:01pm on 01/18/10
Deb, this is fun...... - joanietoo - 2:40pm on 01/18/10

Blogs can be many things, Joanietoo - deb-in-MI - 5:35pm on 01/18/10

Deb--great job! I just love your "diva" logo, I wanna be her! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 6:08pm on 01/18/10

Congrats Deb!~ Nicely Done!~ [NT] - barb_b - 5:56pm on 01/18/10
Well, that photo of the cookies did it for me. Job well done, deb! [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:06pm on 01/18/10
Wonderful Deb! What a great design, clean and pretty! - Heather_in_SF - 6:33pm on 01/18/10
Power to the Diva! Best of luck on your new venture. [NT] - suz - 6:43pm on 01/18/10
CONGRATS!! You know we can all offer pics and recipes enough to overhelm... let us know! [NT] - cheezz - 6:55pm on 01/18/10
Congratulations, Deb. I'm so excited for you. I filed your blog under 'Favourites' [NT] - EvaN - 7:41pm on 01/18/10
Yay, congrats and good luck! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:38pm on 01/18/10
Congrats!!! Looks great - can't wait to see more. [NT] - Music City Missy - 11:47pm on 01/18/10
Good luck Deb! - Dawn_MO - 1:58am on 01/19/10
Congrats. It looks great and those are the yummiest looking cookies ever. [NT] - elaine - 4:36am on 01/19/10
Thanks so much for your wonderful support! Feels like a great big hug! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:31am on 01/19/10
So good to hear deb!! It sounds like you're having fun and THAT's important!! [NT] - FloriSandy - 8:24pm on 01/19/10
Wish you the best! - SallyBR - 8:42pm on 01/19/10
Great site!! Good luck with it Diva Deb!! [NT] - MoNJ - 1:50pm on 01/20/10

17449. I would like to publicly thank (Marilyn and Music City Missy) for [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:13pm on 01/18/10 (6)

FRUSTRATION!!! I know the thread is on this current page about sending boxes to troops... - cheezz - 6:51pm on 01/18/10
I love win-win situations. Thank you, Michael. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:11pm on 01/18/10

Can anyone direct me to this link?? TIA! [NT] - cheezz - 1:35am on 01/20/10

cheezz, I think things may have changed since we sent the packages. I think you need a "sponsor" to - AngAk - 2:59am on 01/20/10

after using this link with a group I belong to here, have used it on my own [LINK] - Nan - 6:16pm on 01/20/10

Bookmarked - thanks ladies! [NT] - cheezz - 7:08pm on 01/20/10

17450. From Bakerella--REC; S'more Cupcakes...check her site for pics... - charlie - 4:15pm on 01/18/10 (3)

Sweet! Thanks, Charlie. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:24pm on 01/18/10

I dated many a girl scout, Pat,--mainly for the cookies---oops [NT] - charlie - 12:43pm on 01/19/10

LOL! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:58pm on 01/19/10

17451. Joe, wine with p - Nan - 6:41pm on 01/18/10 (6)

Nan - BonnieinHolland - 7:38pm on 01/18/10

I'd recommend a Petit Syrah or a Languedoc. Of course, I'd drink Gatorade for a taste of THATpate. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:11pm on 01/18/10

I second Bonnie. The Pinot Noir sounds right, or any hearty red. - Joe - 10:28pm on 01/18/10

Thanks so much guys, Have several Pinots in my stash, will report back. - Nan - 11:11pm on 01/18/10

Not sure about matching with Gatorade, but damn that pate is nice - Nan - 1:30am on 01/20/10

I'm so glad you like it. The thanks should go to Julia. Someone gave me some 1-1/2 cup loaf pans - Joe - 6:50am on 01/20/10

17452. Looking for your T&T Mexican recipes... - suz - 6:53pm on 01/18/10 (48)

This fajita marinade is very good - Melissa Dallas - 7:30pm on 01/18/10

Thank you, I will copy and give this a try. [NT] - suz - 8:36pm on 01/18/10

Another thing-any Rick Bayless or Diana Kennedy recipes you find online will be good. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:52am on 01/19/10

I started to look at Rick Bayless but didn't know about Diana kennedy, thanks.. - suz - 12:54am on 01/19/10

I haven't found a recipe as good as the marinade.... - Glennis_NoCA - 1:47am on 01/19/10
Mexican Pollo Verde Almendrado (Chicken in Green Almond Sauce): - Meryl - 1:47am on 01/19/10
Tequila-Marinated Chicken with Mexican Mole Sauce - According to the reviews, this is authentic: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:56am on 01/19/10
Authentic Mexican Pork Chile Verde [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:58am on 01/19/10
Red Snapper, Veracruz Style [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 2:02am on 01/19/10

Meryl, thank you always for your help! Is there a recipe you rave about? [NT] - suz - 2:51pm on 01/19/10

Sandra's Pollo a la Veracruzana - Pat-NoCal - 2:11am on 01/19/10

I missed this recipe of Sandra's. This is one of my all-time favorite - Dawn_MO - 12:51pm on 01/19/10

Sandra's Rec: Red Snapper Veracruzana, have made many times. - Pat-NoCal - 2:13am on 01/19/10

Making oven-baked chimichangas tonight for dinner but am gonna make this very soon. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:43am on 01/19/10

Oven chimichangas? I'd love to see that recipe, Cathy. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:00am on 01/19/10

Me, too. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:25pm on 01/19/10

I made a promise to my bf that we WILL have fish once a week, thanks this will help! [NT] - suz - 2:48pm on 01/19/10

Another of Sandra's. Rec: Chile Verde. Have made this a number of times too. Good schtuff!!! - Pat-NoCal - 2:15am on 01/19/10

Don't know which recipe to try first...maybe this one... [NT] - suz - 2:50pm on 01/19/10
Just got the ingredients I'm making it Thurs, [NT] - suz - 8:01pm on 01/19/10
I use Diana Kennedy's green chile stew recipe. Similar to this w/o tomatillos. I often add 'em, tho. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:44am on 01/20/10

Rec: Pico de Gallo - Pat-NoCal - 2:23am on 01/19/10
And carnitas is just soooo good. Here are Sandra's and Michael's. Have made many times, sometimes I - Pat-NoCal - 2:36am on 01/19/10

Looks like I'll be trying my hand at carnitas, thanks! [NT] - suz - 2:47pm on 01/19/10
For the carnitas one recipe bakes pork whole then shreds the other recipe shreds and bakes?? [NT] - suz - 2:05pm on 01/23/10

Not sure what others do but I simmer the meat until it's fork tender, as - Pat-NoCal - 4:36pm on 01/23/10

Perhaps others will pop in to share how they like to finish their carnitas in the oven. Sandra? - Pat-NoCal - 4:36pm on 01/23/10

And/or whatever else you all do differently to/with carnitas? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:37pm on 01/23/10

Carnitas - Sandra in New York - 2:41am on 01/24/10

Thank you! [NT] - suz - 3:07pm on 01/24/10

Here's some from my Adobo Project. [NT] [LINK] - FloriSandy - 3:24am on 01/19/10

suz, in case that restaurant doesn't give you that shrimp ceviche recipe, here's one that I loved [NT] [LINK] - FloriSandy - 3:53am on 01/19/10

I got the recipe, just wrote them with a question to fine tune, I will then post [NT] - suz - 2:46pm on 01/19/10

Wow! What a project...looks like I'll be making my own adobo sauce soon [NT] - suz - 2:45pm on 01/19/10

Take a look at this link from the Group Project from waaaay back. [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 6:28pm on 01/19/10

Meat, Fowl and Fish - Dawn_MO - 6:47pm on 01/19/10
Antojito through Eggs - Dawn_MO - 6:49pm on 01/19/10
Sides through Drinks - Dawn_MO - 6:51pm on 01/19/10
Menu - Dawn_MO - 6:53pm on 01/19/10

Wow!!! and Wow again!!! Thank you so much for so many wonderful recipes/ideas. [NT] - suz - 8:28pm on 01/19/10

Be sure to let us know which ones you try and how you like them. Enjoy! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:21pm on 01/20/10

Dawn, all the links work for me! Maybe we could put this in Great Threads?? [NT] - cheezz - 1:40am on 01/20/10

KC, do you want to post the link over in Great Threads? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:20pm on 01/20/10

OK Dawn. I was happy to post it. [NT] - KC_ - 8:56pm on 01/20/10

Wow! - BonnieinHolland - 5:20am on 01/20/10

That was fun, wasn't it Bonnie?! almost 14 years ago... [NT] - Sandra in New York - 2:59am on 01/21/10

funny.. - BonnieinHolland - 4:22pm on 01/21/10

Moyn's Mojo Marinade is great with fajitas. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 3:09am on 01/20/10