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

16321. Can we start a thread on gresh pumpkin recipes? At 10 and 25 cents for a pie pumpkin, I - DawnNYS - 2:53pm on 09/28/09 (47)

"Fresh"! [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:55pm on 09/28/09

I went back and bought 5 more! Right down the road they were selling - DawnNYS - 11:50pm on 09/28/09

DawnNYS - I actually prefer using canned pumpkin for pumpkin pie - here is a very interesting [LINK] - GayR - 3:50pm on 09/28/09
Dawn, look at the Egyptian Candied Pumpkin Custard at post 16225... [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 4:33pm on 09/28/09

I also posted most of the recipes from my Egyptian Feast in menus... - Richard in Cincy - 4:35pm on 09/28/09

YUM! I am trying ALL of these, Richard. Thanks for posting. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:14pm on 09/28/09

DAWN: REC: Pumpkin PICKLE! - mistral - 5:01pm on 09/28/09

Hmm, I was wondering about this! Thanks [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:51pm on 09/28/09
Mistral, what kind of texture do these have? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 12:13pm on 09/29/09

You can make this with carrots too. REC: Thai Pumpkin Bisque - Dawn_MO - 12:16pm on 09/29/09
Sorry, never have made it but I would guess. . . - mistral - 4:01pm on 09/29/09
Both Dawns: Please read inside for Pumpkin Pickle Texture: [LINK] - mistral - 4:19pm on 09/29/09

Crunchy pumpkins? Maybe... [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:27am on 09/30/09

Country Living Fresh Pumpkin Recipes [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 5:30pm on 09/28/09
REC: Chai Spiced Pumpkin Bread [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:39pm on 09/28/09

Yes, it does look good. I wonder how much cubed, raw pumpkin would - DawnNYS - 11:55pm on 09/28/09

I'm thinking it would be the 15oz can orr 1 3/4 cups. - Michael in Sarasota - 11:13am on 09/29/09

I make this every year. rvb's Autumn Stew in Pumpkin Tureen - barb_b - 7:27pm on 09/28/09
REC: Moroccan Chickpea Stew with Couscous... - charlie - 7:46pm on 09/28/09
Martha's REC: Pumpkin Challah... - charlie - 7:48pm on 09/28/09
For something exotic--REC: Spiced Pumpkin Soup... - charlie - 7:49pm on 09/28/09
REC: Chillingworth Pumpkin Rolls - judy-mass - 8:31pm on 09/28/09
I'm sure I've posted this before. REC: Fiesta Pumpkin Soup - judy-mass - 8:32pm on 09/28/09
REC: Apple Walnut Pumpkin Soup with Cheddar - MariaDNoCA - 1:59am on 09/29/09

It is a wonderful fall soup. Love this one. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:32am on 09/29/09

Rec: Cream Cheese Pumpkin Muffins - DawnNYS - 3:07am on 09/29/09
Rec: Orange-Crusted Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake - DawnNYS - 3:30am on 09/29/09
REC: Pumpkin Ribbon Bread - Meryl - 3:46am on 09/29/09
Fresh Pumpkin Bread [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 3:49am on 09/29/09
Some recipes from Recipezaar with high ratings: [NT] - Meryl - 3:57am on 09/29/09

Pumpkin Raisin Muffins [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 3:57am on 09/29/09
Pumpkin Chili [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 3:57am on 09/29/09
Thai Pumpkin Soup [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 3:58am on 09/29/09
Fresh Pumpkin Soup [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 3:58am on 09/29/09

Pumpkin Soup with Smoked Paprika [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:48am on 09/29/09
Pumpkin Ginger Nut Muffins [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:49am on 09/29/09
REC: Pumpkin risotto with caramelized apples - MariaDNoCA - 7:52am on 09/29/09
REC: Pumpkin Soup with Cider Cream and Sauteed Chanterelles - Michael in Sarasota - 11:21am on 09/29/09
Rec: Roasted Pumpkin Wedges with Maple Chipotle Glaze [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 2:16pm on 09/29/09
This is a favorite of mine: REC: Chicken Soup with Pumpkin and Marsala Wine - Heather_in_SF - 7:29pm on 09/29/09
One of my favorite quick breads: Pumpkin Ribbon Bread is Posted at Thread #4630. Enjoy! [NT] - wigs - 4:10pm on 10/02/09

Is it the same one or very similar to what I posted above at #16? [NT] - Meryl - 5:57pm on 10/02/09

Martha Stewart pumpkin recipes on Today. Interesting how she roasted the 2 halves and the skin just [LINK] - AngAk - 6:57pm on 10/05/09
Crockpot Southwestern Pumpkin Soup (aka Korma Soup) from JulieR. it's so gooooood [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 7:19pm on 10/05/09

Hey Ang, how was your trip to the midwest? [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:13am on 10/06/09

I posted a bit down at 16344---took care of a lot for Dad and couldn't get enough of farm stands - AngAk - 5:45pm on 10/06/09

ah, what a nice daughter you are!! Can I adopt you? [NT] - cheezz - 10:40pm on 10/06/09

16322. Right, plans have been made.....Chicago, here I come. - joanietoo - 8:11pm on 09/28/09 (2)

Check your PM [NT] - Music City Missy - 9:08pm on 09/28/09
Joanietoo . . . let me know . . . - magnoliainchicago - 12:09am on 09/29/09

16323. Hey Chezz, tried your TrueLime idea in my mini Key-Lime bars - Woohoo! - Tessie in Cincy - 9:55pm on 09/28/09 (10)

Here is another use for TrueLime- Thai Spiced Peanuts. I make these often - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:13pm on 09/28/09

YUM!!! I've got to try this one soon.... do you prefer a certain chili powder brand? [NT] - cheezz - 10:48pm on 09/29/09

No- I think I used Spice Islands. We don't have a lot of choices here [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:48pm on 09/30/09

This sounds wonderful! Ignorant question..I am not that familiar with whole dried chilies... - barb_b - 3:20pm on 09/30/09

I get them in the Mexican Food section of the grocery store Barb. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:49pm on 09/30/09
they usually hang on the end of the aisle near the vegetable section (in cello packages) [NT] - cheezz - 11:31pm on 09/30/09

and remember... the smaller the chilie, the hotter it will be! [NT] - cheezz - 11:34pm on 09/30/09

That's good to know! I also like the salted brownie idea... now if they only made TrueChocolate :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:46pm on 09/29/09
oh interesting! I just received a box of TrueLemon, now you're giving me some great ideas! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 4:39am on 09/30/09

Mix up some lime with chili powder & salt to sprinkle on popcorn. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:23am on 09/30/09

16324. Anyone made Red Velvet Cake Balls? (see link) [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 12:33am on 09/29/09 (12)

Looks like an interesting site, but no, never made the red velvet cake balls. I made - DawnNYS - 3:37am on 09/29/09
Maria, several readers of her post have made it with regular icing. Just be cautious to use... [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:42am on 09/29/09

I have never laughed so hard Marilyn. You need a news column! [NT] - woody - 1:29pm on 09/29/09

Aw, thanks hon. But I don't think my baking ego could take culinary failures I need to... - MarilynFL - 4:23pm on 09/29/09

I have made them several times - mkern1023 - 2:29pm on 09/29/09

I agree - have made these 3 times and you just don't need that much frosting - - cheezz - 10:51pm on 09/29/09

Thanks all for the good info! - MariaDNoCA - 9:54pm on 09/30/09

Maria, try half the amount and test a chilled ball. You can always add more, but you'll be - MarilynFL - 11:11pm on 09/30/09

ROFLOL! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:11am on 10/01/09
I had chilled balls before . . . but a warm bath relieved the condition. (Oh, the satisfaction!) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 2:49am on 10/01/09
Oh my.......................... G! LOL!!! [NT] - FloriSandy - 3:34am on 10/01/09

I also found it helped to be sure your frosting is very soft; nuke for few seconds if necessary [NT] - cheezz - 11:35pm on 09/30/09

16325. Is ground mustard typically really hot, like horseradish? The powder I had been - DawnNYS - 3:42am on 09/29/09 (2)

powdered mustard mixed with either water or vinegar is pretty hot. Mustard offered in... - charlie - 10:29am on 09/29/09

Ok, thanks... I dipped my finger in it on the way home and almost ran off - DawnNYS - 3:35pm on 09/29/09

16326. REC: 40 cloves & a chicken--made this last night and it was wonderful. I might use just drums and - charlie - 3:09pm on 09/29/09 (7)

charlie, I have made a recipe like this and we just love it. [NT] - GayR - 5:48pm on 09/29/09

We love it too--but I hope I don't reek today [NT] - charlie - 10:12pm on 09/29/09

I ate this at the Stinking Rose plus bagna cauda, and we were "fragrant" for days... (smile) [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:56pm on 10/01/09

Did you have the garlic ice cream? I was too chicken to try it :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:04am on 10/02/09

Garlic ice cream sure sounds foul to me. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 12:04am on 10/03/09

me too, hence the reason I skipped it... they are very proud of it, though. [NT] - cheezz - 4:47am on 10/03/09

Made this last night using only chicken legs. Yummmy! Thanks, Charlie. And lots of [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:13pm on 10/03/09

16327. Rec: Lydia Bastianich Spaghetti with Tomato Apple Sauce - barb_b - 5:11pm on 09/29/09 (0)

16328. Has everyone gone off to a new site or is no one posting lately? [NT] - Janet in NC - 11:57pm on 09/29/09 (32)

I've been wondering that, as well???? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:11am on 09/30/09
Just an odd time of year, maybe; end of summer, start of school... [NT] - ErininNY - 12:18am on 09/30/09
I've just been tired lately - want to cook but just too tired [NT] - Music City Missy - 12:33am on 09/30/09
Transferred to a new program at work...day flies by, on vacation the past 9 days. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:37am on 09/30/09
I'm here, I'm here (waving hand up in the air) [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:23am on 09/30/09
I'm pretty sure I'm here too...let me look in a mirror. Yup, I'm here alright, bad attitude and all. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 1:56am on 09/30/09
I'm here to peek but brain is frazzed training with new travel agency. It's a planet thing... [NT] - FloriSandy - 2:04am on 09/30/09
It takes a village!!! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:20am on 09/30/09

To raise the likes of a MarilynFL? No village has that kind of knowhow! - FloriSandy - 3:56am on 10/01/09

I'm here to peek also. Have company from Texas. They brought me some corn tortillas (which - Elenor - 4:27am on 09/30/09

Texas gunpowder? Sounds like reeeeeeelly hot chili powder? [NT] - cheezz - 11:37pm on 09/30/09

I am here too, just really tired. I will try and post more. Lately it seems - Dawn_MO - 5:33am on 09/30/09

What she said. (((Dawn))) [NT] - LisainLA - 8:51pm on 09/30/09

Right back at you Lisa! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 3:13pm on 10/01/09

I'm here....CRAZY busy! [NT] - Mimi - 11:00am on 09/30/09
I'm almost afraid to post - don't want to get kicked off for changing the sight from G rated to X. - desertjean - 2:37pm on 09/30/09

And that's what makes your posts special. ;-) [NT] - Curious1 - 2:50pm on 09/30/09

Would never leave you all for a new site! Have been out of town. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:39pm on 09/30/09
I'm here doing my lunchtime lurking! Hughly busy at work, sitting - Barbara in VA - 4:38pm on 09/30/09

Another lurker. Busy, but I still like to check on what everyone is doing. [NT] - Cindy - 7:50pm on 09/30/09

Another lurker... but I love you all so much!!! [NT] - fressca - 9:51pm on 09/30/09

Awww, that's the nicest thing anyone has said to me this week. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:15pm on 09/30/09

(((Curious))) [NT] - LisainLA - 11:48pm on 09/30/09

Welcome fressca! [NT] - LisainLA - 11:48pm on 09/30/09

Huge project at work but I try to take a look see every few days. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:10am on 10/01/09
I am here also, feeling meh lately, denoument from the blogger conference, missing my family or - Heather_in_SF - 4:45am on 10/01/09
I haven't been cooking much lately. I have nothing new to contribute. [NT] - Scott in Scottsdale - 6:02am on 10/01/09
Father-in-law just moved in with us; hands full... - deb-in-MI - 10:47am on 10/01/09
Since it's been raining I have been grilling outside - those fabulous Costco prime ribeyes ($11/lb)! - PatBastrop - 12:41pm on 10/01/09
On vacation here in Boston. Have been too full of cannoli to post! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 9:41pm on 10/01/09
Crazy busy time for me right now. Popping in intermittenly.... [NT] - Traca - 11:03pm on 10/01/09
I'm here too, in and out ... [NT] - Sandra in New York - 3:40am on 10/02/09

16329. REC: Smothered Chicken with Fennel originally posted by Janie/1000 Oaks back in 1999.. - Sandi in Hawaii - 6:08am on 09/30/09 (0)

16330. REC: Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies - Sandi in Hawaii - 7:03am on 09/30/09 (2)

Very similar: REC: Monster Cookies from King Arthur [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 4:47pm on 09/30/09

Oh, thanks for posting. Is it really oatmeal-ly, without any flour? [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 8:49am on 10/01/09

16331. The Farewell Dinner Party was great success! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:46pm on 09/30/09 (6)

could you please post the link to the pork tenderloin recipe. - emtd - 3:43pm on 09/30/09

Here you go: Herb-Roasted Pork Tenderloin [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:12pm on 09/30/09

thank you - sounds great. [NT] - emtd - 7:20pm on 09/30/09
I used this marinade on a pork loin and it worked out very well. The pork was marinated for - Sylvia - 8:30pm on 09/30/09

I don't think Wegmans uses any (or at least many) preservatives in - DawnNYS - 4:13pm on 09/30/09

Well, it was my fault for not storing it properly. It would have been fine in the fridge. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:33am on 10/02/09

16332. did anyone nuke the nutella? My Clownie Brownies were a (more) - daricem - 3:38pm on 09/30/09 (11)

I nuked it for the Nutella swirl pound cake - worked GREAT!! Cake was delish. [NT] - PatBastrop - 6:00pm on 09/30/09

Speaking of which, I did the swirl cake with Almond Butter and Sour Jelly Preserves. Oh. Yum! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:21pm on 09/30/09

We've been spending Sundays testing dogs - desertjean - 9:45pm on 09/30/09

and what do you test the dogs for? [NT] - cheezz - 11:40pm on 09/30/09

Canine Good Citizens - desertjean - 12:07am on 10/01/09

HA! My 'jumpy' Jack Russell pup wouldn't pass -- he loves everyone too much, I'm afraid. [NT] - cheezz - 12:06am on 10/02/09

Gee I wonder how my thirteen pound poodle who loves to stand on his hind legs - KarenNoCA - 12:19am on 10/01/09

We are doing classes one night a week to tutor the ones that need it - desertjean - 12:25am on 10/01/09

Very nice of you Jean. Wish I could help out. [NT] - orchid - 12:54am on 10/01/09

OMgosh. grahams with frosting. nice memories. I did this for finals time at the Law Library, and - AngAk - 7:05pm on 10/05/09

daricem, did you post this recipe? I would like it. [NT] - AngAk - 7:02pm on 10/05/09

16333. Lately I've been canning anything that doesn't move. Rec: Corn Relish - DawnNYS - 4:29pm on 09/30/09 (1)

Oops, sorry. I added it it to "Preserves" Thread at T&T too [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:18pm on 10/01/09

16334. Last night's: Grilled Panzanella Salad with Bell Peppers, Summer Squash, and Tomatoes - Marg CDN - 5:17pm on 09/30/09 (2)

Marg, this sounds really wonderful... - Richard in Cincy - 1:23am on 10/01/09
THis sounds fabulous, - I'm going to see if I can find some good tomatoes this weekend. [NT] - LisainLA - 5:18pm on 10/01/09

16335. Thanks to Pat_BastropTX for the book & this recipe: Nacho Popcorn - MarilynFL - 7:42pm on 09/30/09 (1)

mmmmm sounds great -- you could add some jalapeno powder, too!! - PatBastrop - 8:33pm on 09/30/09

16336. And since I'm out here... Michael in Phoenix, could you please - fressca - 9:54pm on 09/30/09 (19)

And any other stuffed shells recipes gratefully received! [NT] - fressca - 9:55pm on 09/30/09

Rec: Mexican Stuffed Shells - rhoward2va - 11:22pm on 09/30/09

sounds good! I wonder how it would be with salsa verde? [NT] - cheezz - 11:43pm on 09/30/09

no shyness allowed here! Just jump on in with both feet... we don't bite ((much)) *g* [NT] - cheezz - 11:41pm on 09/30/09

REC: Stuffed Jumbo Shells ... love, love, love this one! - cheezz - 11:42pm on 09/30/09

Wow, I've never had shells with meat filling - we use a ricotta mixture. This sounds good! [NT] - LisainLA - 11:43pm on 09/30/09

Fressca, it looks like our friends here have you off to a good start. I am... - Michael in Phoenix - 12:33am on 10/01/09

Thanks Michael, I know you've been under the gun with swine flu and the upcoming trip; - fressca - 11:38am on 10/01/09

REC: Schiaffetoni ---stuffing can be used for shells also... - charlie - 1:40am on 10/01/09

How do you pronounce this? Chef-a-Tony? [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 8:51am on 10/01/09

more like shkeeaf-a-tony [NT] - charlie - 11:17am on 10/01/09

Me, too (waving) I can share a great stuffing with cottage cheese base [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:59am on 10/01/09
Everybody, thank you so much! Have a sheaf of recipes printed out to take with me grocery shopping - fressca - 11:44am on 10/01/09

Welcome, fressca!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:17pm on 10/01/09

fressca, First welcome to our forum - Here is an article and wonderful recipes from Craig Claiborne. [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:32pm on 10/01/09

Printed - thanks Gay! [NT] - LisainLA - 5:14pm on 10/01/09
Me too Gay - printed! And thank you! [NT] - fressca - 10:24pm on 10/01/09

This is my favorite stuffed shells recipe.....very company worthy. [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 11:49pm on 10/01/09

Ooh! Love Giada... and links to other good recipes on the page. Thanks! [NT] - fressca - 11:45am on 10/02/09

16337. What is your favorite recipe for whole bone-in chicken breasts? - LisainLA - 11:47pm on 09/30/09 (21)

Here are some recipes from my files. Haven't tried them yet. [NT] - Meryl - 12:01am on 10/01/09

Smoky Caramelized balsamic chicken [LINK] - Meryl - 12:01am on 10/01/09
Spiced chicken breasts with dried apricots [LINK] - Meryl - 12:02am on 10/01/09
Indian-spiced chicken with lime and cilantro [LINK] - Meryl - 12:04am on 10/01/09
This was posted by EvaN: Chicken with banana curry sauce [LINK] - Meryl - 12:06am on 10/01/09
(((Meryl))) Thanks! [NT] - LisainLA - 12:13am on 10/01/09

Here's more from Cook's Illustrated/America's test kitchen - recipes are free - you just have to [LINK] - Meryl - 12:15am on 10/01/09

Charcoal-Grilled Bone-In Chicken Breasts [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:16am on 10/01/09
Gas-Grilled Bone-In Chicken Breasts [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:16am on 10/01/09
Soy-ginger glaze [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:17am on 10/01/09

Orange-Chipotle Glaze [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:17am on 10/01/09

Curry-Yogurt Glaze [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:17am on 10/01/09

Chicken Breasts with Sun-Dried Tomato and Garlic Crust - Sylvia - 12:53am on 10/01/09
Another one to check out: Orange-Honey Glazed Chicken Breasts [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 2:32am on 10/01/09

(adapted from Cook's Illustrated) [NT] - Meryl - 2:33am on 10/01/09

Rec: Szechwan White Cut Chicken with Spicy Peanut Sauce - Pat-NoCal - 5:37am on 10/01/09
Thank you all - I think I need more chicken! [NT] - LisainLA - 3:14pm on 10/01/09
Forgot about this one. Rec: Chicken Salad - Pat-NoCal - 3:51pm on 10/07/09

Toss in a heaping tbl. of TJ's mango chutney and top with crushed peanuts...mmmmm [NT] - cheezz - 11:29pm on 10/07/09

Really? Will give it a shot. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 12:13am on 10/08/09

Been making it for years, with rave reviews :) Trust me.... would I lie?! [NT] - cheezz - 5:43am on 10/09/09

16338. Apple Recipes - Food & Wine [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 3:53am on 10/01/09 (4)

1 cup of grated cheddar in the apple pie crust - yum - colleenmomof2 - 4:39am on 10/01/09

Be careful about the type of cheese. I used an Irish and it turned out too bitter against the sweet - MarilynFL - 12:27pm on 10/01/09

Try horseradish cheddar-the kind Costco sells- it is great in an apple pie crust [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:34pm on 10/01/09

okey doke! I've got fresh PA apples. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:59am on 10/03/09

16339. ISO LisaLA - Lisa have a look at Post 16336 above as a continuation of out quest for the perfect - GayR - 12:36pm on 10/01/09 (12)

Lisa, Post #7 under #16336. [NT] - GayR - 12:36pm on 10/01/09

My favorite? Get on a rapido out of Florence to Bologna, stroll down the street - MarilynFL - 1:22pm on 10/01/09

I'm in! Sandi -- book us!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 1:36pm on 10/01/09

I'm there! [NT] - LisainLA - 3:15pm on 10/01/09

I'm packed! [NT] - GayR - 2:06pm on 10/01/09

I need 10 minutes...Just need to write a letter for dh re: food in freezer and wait for dryer :) [NT] - barb_b - 3:36pm on 10/01/09

THank you Gay - I'll go take a look right now. Thanks for thinking of me :-) [NT] - LisainLA - 3:15pm on 10/01/09

LisainLA, I hope you enjoy the article. [NT] - GayR - 3:27pm on 10/01/09

I just printed it - it looks wonderful, and now I'm very hungry! [NT] - LisainLA - 5:13pm on 10/01/09

I checked out Claiboufne's recipe for Bolognese and it pretty much is how I make it. However I ... - aajay - 10:50am on 10/03/09
I made this sauce from the Pioneerwoman site by Pastor Ryan, and it was very very good [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 7:12pm on 10/05/09

holy smokes! That looks fabulous... too bad she didn't include the noodle recipe [NT] - cheezz - 11:02pm on 10/05/09

16340. Recipe - Woman's Day Magazine - 11/3/09- Mini-Carrot Cakes this recipes sounds and looks so [LINK] - GayR - 2:03pm on 10/01/09 (0)

16341. Sort of food related, Box Tops and Campbell's Labels fundraising [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 2:29pm on 10/01/09 (0)

16342. This is what I want for dinner: REC: Lobster Grilled Cheese Sandwich [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 3:37pm on 10/01/09 (1)

You had me at "lobster". [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:58pm on 10/01/09

16343. My mom made a terrific key lime pie for me, here's the recipe! - Heather_in_SF - 7:53pm on 10/01/09 (14)

Nearly every Key-Lime Pie recipe has Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk as an ingredient. Why? - Steve2 in LA - 8:01pm on 10/01/09

I hate the stuff, too, *except* when using in a key lime pie. I find that if you use enough lime - Meryl - 8:29pm on 10/01/09
I've read the recipe came about before refrigeration was common in the keys. Condensed milk - Curious1 - 9:10pm on 10/01/09
That's a good question. I do know that of all the pies I've had before (sounds like a Meryl Haggard - Heather_in_SF - 9:28pm on 10/01/09

Uh - that would be *Merle* Haggard, although, I have been feeling haggard lately. [NT] - Meryl - 9:32pm on 10/01/09

There's only one Meryl for me!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 6:17am on 10/02/09

I did once find a recipe (not tried yet) that did NOT use condensed milk>>> - Luisa_Calif - 9:39pm on 10/01/09
not mine - NEVER - ugh! >> here's our recipe for Key Lime Pie - cheezz - 12:09am on 10/02/09

You guys are SO my heroes. I can finally use all that !)@*#^! lime juice. (Alert the media) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:09am on 10/02/09

I also use it for carne asada marinade and FABulous Cook's Illustrated Key Lime Bars [NT] - cheezz - 4:50am on 10/03/09

Can't wait to hear how you marinade carne asada in Key Lime Pie. SO confused. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:46am on 10/04/09

You mean you haven't tried that yet??! Oh, you are SO out of the loop :) [NT] - cheezz - 9:05pm on 10/04/09

Not yet but next time I get my hands on some fresh carne and key lime pie. . . I'm THERE! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 4:29am on 10/05/09

Here is a" White Chocolate Key Lime Pie" from Coastal Living Magazine - Great Reviews [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:01am on 10/02/09

16344. Hey there from Indiana. Picture Cary Grant in N by NW, cornfield and hiway is smack dab where I am. - AngAk - 9:43pm on 10/01/09 (4)

I'm having PIke Street and water front and space needle and underground city envy. Enjoy! [NT] - desertjean - 9:48pm on 10/01/09

And I can't forget ferry boats and Ivars. - desertjean - 9:50pm on 10/01/09

I'd kill for some good ole' Midwest Mackintosh apples..... [NT] - Traca - 10:59pm on 10/01/09

And a pork tenderloin bigger than my head! [NT] - Traca - 10:59pm on 10/01/09

16345. Does anyone have this recipe? - oli - 10:14pm on 10/01/09 (16)

No, but it sounds like something I would love to have! [NT] - Cindy - 10:26pm on 10/01/09
is this it? [NT] [LINK] - socalpotter - 10:34pm on 10/01/09

yep, I thought there might be a copy on line but couldn't find one [NT] - oli - 10:37pm on 10/01/09
Hey! Welcome socalpotter.... are you in my area (Los Angeles)? [NT] - cheezz - 12:13am on 10/02/09

yes, I'm in LA....been lurking/loving this forum for a very long time... [LINK] - socalpotter - 3:35am on 10/02/09

I can't get the link to work... rats! [NT] - cheezz - 4:51am on 10/03/09

I dearly love this one - like a caramel whipped cream. Just add some espresso! - cheezz - 4:54am on 10/03/09

Welcome SocalPotter! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:17pm on 10/03/09

oli - Here is Trish Boyle's Recipe for Banana Espresso Cake w/Caramel Espresso Frosting - I was [LINK] - GayR - 11:03pm on 10/01/09

Ah! You beat me Gay :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:27am on 10/02/09

here's the cake recipe, but they didn't post the frosting.... >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 12:19am on 10/02/09

I just didn't dig deep enough... here it is!! REC: Banana Cake with Caramel Espresso Frosting >> [LINK] - cheezz - 12:26am on 10/02/09

Thanks guys, after all these many years you still come through in a pinch [NT] - oli - 1:08am on 10/02/09

Yet another recipe in another cookbook I own that I haven't tried. Let us know how it goes, Oli. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:31pm on 10/02/09

I am now looking for a slightly different frosting with not so much butter [NT] - oli - 10:17pm on 10/02/09

oops -- posted a recipe for you, oli... up a couple lines at 16345.2.2.1.1.1 [NT] - cheezz - 4:55am on 10/03/09

16346. Help! How do I know if my roasted beets are done? - colleenmomof2 - 10:35pm on 10/01/09 (10)

"until a knife can easily slide through." I found it! [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 11:01pm on 10/01/09
I was wondering that, too. Would like to try a salad I had-roasted beets,red onion,hazlenut dress. [NT] - cheezz - 12:12am on 10/02/09

Also try, roasted beets, glazed walnuts, blue cheese, shallot vinaigrette... [NT] - Sandra in New York - 3:43am on 10/02/09

This is a delicious beet salad, from my CSA box: REC: Roasted Beets with Citrus Vinagrette - Heather_in_SF - 5:33pm on 10/02/09

If you are in a big hurry you can always steam them, but I would only use a metal steamer - Heather_in_SF - 3:41am on 10/03/09

Thanks for all of the recipes! I have 2 more beets I plan to roast - colleenmomof2 - 6:51pm on 10/02/09

and my favourite salad: REC: BEET AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD WITH PISTACHIOS - Marg CDN - 8:45pm on 10/02/09

Marg this is my favorite also! Love this salad...A real treat for me [NT] - barb_b - 9:10pm on 10/02/09
mmm... copied! [NT] - cheezz - 4:58am on 10/03/09

They really are slow devils to cook. Give them more time. I usually roast them only - Marg CDN - 8:44pm on 10/02/09

16347. OK y'all - so many good pumpkin recipes that I started a Pumpkin thread in Great Threads. [NT] - cheezz - 12:29am on 10/02/09 (3)

Thanks cheezz. I copied a number of great looking recipes from that thread. I - Barbara in VA - 12:18pm on 10/02/09

Slow down!!! Stop and smell the pumpkin (pie) :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:00am on 10/03/09

Thanks for doing that - and the bake sale thread too [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:22am on 10/12/09

16348. Watching Extreme Cuisine...not sure 'bout eating 'CUY'.... [NT] - joanietoo - 1:56am on 10/02/09 (1)

and I have 'slagged' (butchered) so many of my proteins but doing a guinea... - joanietoo - 1:58am on 10/02/09

16349. Joanietoo, I went to the Caribbean market today and - DawnNYS - 2:13am on 10/02/09 (16)

Lol........there is little marked / named at the markets here. I love the... - joanietoo - 3:16am on 10/02/09

The jerk sauce I bought was imported from the Caribbean, the jar said. It was the - DawnNYS - 4:10am on 10/02/09

I shouldn't have made it sound like... - joanietoo - 12:41pm on 10/02/09

Thanks Joanie. I went back and looked and the jerk sauce brand - DawnNYS - 3:53pm on 10/03/09

Coconut sauce...a lot of this kind of cooking goes by feel....hence the lessons.... - joanietoo - 12:50pm on 10/02/09

joanie - do you have any more recipes using the powdered coconut? I have a bagful to use! [NT] - cheezz - 5:05am on 10/03/09

Chezz, you can basically use it in any dish requiring coconut milk. - joanietoo - 12:38pm on 10/03/09

I've never seen the block, but then I haven't looked for it. Love the canned milk! [NT] - cheezz - 3:51pm on 10/03/09

Turnaround Corn - joanietoo - 1:02pm on 10/02/09

1 spring onion - beaten?? And how does one beat a spring onion?! heehee [NT] - cheezz - 5:07am on 10/03/09

Bad onion! Bad! but you know what they say, you can't keep a good onion down... [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 5:51am on 10/03/09
LOL, I too thought this very odd....I watched my... - joanietoo - 12:36pm on 10/03/09

joanie, you are a stitch! :) [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:19pm on 10/03/09
I guess it must be to release all the flavor quickly... poor little thing [NT] - cheezz - 3:52pm on 10/03/09
I think that's illegal here ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:55pm on 10/03/09

Thanks for the polenta recipe. I'll make it tomorrow. [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:56pm on 10/03/09

16350. Mandy in UT, I made your dilly beans the other day, too. Very good. I - DawnNYS - 3:18am on 10/02/09 (3)

LOL, I was skimming the posts and read this one as "filthy beans" !! - PatBastrop - 11:36pm on 10/02/09

and THAT grabbed your attention, Pat?! Y'all must get out of Texas more...ha! [NT] - cheezz - 5:08am on 10/03/09

tell me about it!! :) [NT] - PatBastrop - 6:40am on 10/03/09

16351. This looks great: Filo Tomato Tart [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:12am on 10/02/09 (0)

16352. Any new ways of preparing/cooking good ol' pot roast for something new? tia [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:52am on 10/02/09 (9)

This is a tasty one Sylvia shared a while back. REC: Braised Ginger Hoisin Pot Roast - Steve2 in LA - 5:23am on 10/02/09

And this one has a Latin flair. REC: Spicy Ancho Chile Pot Roast - Steve2 in LA - 5:27am on 10/02/09

Some recipes to check out: [NT] - Meryl - 5:27am on 10/02/09

Beer-Braised Pot Roast [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:27am on 10/02/09

Olive-Stuffed Pot Roast [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:28am on 10/02/09

Red Wine-Braised Pot Roast [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:28am on 10/02/09

Red Wine Pot Roast [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:29am on 10/02/09

from CI--REC: Pot Roast with Mushrooms, Tomatoes, & Red Wine... - charlie - 2:50pm on 10/02/09
My mom's Sweet/Sour Pot Roast [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 4:20pm on 10/03/09

16353. Does anyone have the yellow Gourmet cookbook, with the light yellow titles in the book? [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 5:25am on 10/02/09 (5)

I do - thanks! I have the hardest time reading it. [NT] - Music City Missy - 11:06pm on 10/03/09

I e-mailed them late Wed nite, and by Friday afternoon, I had the replacement!! Woo hoo! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 2:59am on 10/04/09

Sandi, what YEAR would that book be? [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:06pm on 10/04/09

Just saw this. I think our library has that year. I'll send this note to them. Thanks, San. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:11pm on 10/13/09

16354. Need Creative thinkers on this one... - Kathleen - 12:20pm on 10/02/09 (8)

Are you playing games...those I can make suggestions for. [NT] - joanietoo - 1:05pm on 10/02/09
Get some flexible tin at the hardware store and make your own Olympic flame cookie cutter? [NT] - Angiebaby - 3:16pm on 10/02/09
Two ideas inside - desertjean - 6:01pm on 10/02/09
Not food related; but for a craft, perhaps they can make their own medal? Or decorate a trophy? - barb_b - 7:08pm on 10/02/09
Flame cupcakes: use a large open star icing tip - MarilynFL - 7:14pm on 10/02/09

Cupcake Decorating Olympics - deb-in-MI - 4:15pm on 10/03/09

Good idea!! With ribbon and gold paper emblem awards to wear like necklaces! [NT] - cheezz - 9:45pm on 10/03/09

Thanks for all the ideas... - Kathleen - 12:54am on 10/03/09

16355. I saw a pie the other day and need help identifying it please. It was an apple pie, double cruster, - Barbara in VA - 12:24pm on 10/02/09 (3)

Barbara, It could be an Apple Custard Pie, and Apple Buttermilk Pie or possibly an Apple Sour Cream - GayR - 12:38pm on 10/02/09

Gay thank you, I will check these out, I have a craving........ [NT] - Barbara in VA - 12:00pm on 10/03/09

Here's one from Emeril: Emeril's Apple Custard Pie [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 4:01pm on 10/03/09

16356. Roasted Vegetables, Thai Style from Mark Bittman. Looks interesting for those of us who love briami [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 1:10pm on 10/02/09 (0)

16357. REC: Alsatian-Style Apple Pie... - charlie - 2:46pm on 10/02/09 (7)

How bizzare--we had dinner there last Sunday for our anniversary! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:05pm on 10/02/09

Spooky huh---this forum has powers we will never understand [NT] - charlie - 11:15pm on 10/02/09

Did someone say spooky?... - Pat-NoCal - 11:44pm on 10/02/09

I have this feeling of dejavu LOL [NT] - charlie - 9:51am on 10/03/09

Scary, huh?! lol [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:01pm on 10/03/09

OMG! I thought Chez Francois was gone, gone! When I worked in DC - PatBastrop - 2:15pm on 10/03/09

You're welcome. They have a lovely location out there. [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:35pm on 10/03/09

16358. Exploding Pyrex dishes: They aren't made the same way anymore... [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:57pm on 10/02/09 (6)

I always thought it was only Corningware that could go directly from one to the other. [NT] - Marg CDN - 5:21pm on 10/02/09

My apologies for the confusion. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:39pm on 10/02/09

I recently dropped one of my new Pyrex casserole dishes - colleenmomof2 - 6:38pm on 10/02/09

Wow -- I had no idea! Needless to say I will be rummaging through the Pyrex cabinet forthwith! - PatBastrop - 6:38am on 10/03/09

Ahah. I misread this. Been doing a lot of that lately. So it's not a matter of extreme change but - Marg CDN - 4:48pm on 10/03/09
My 8x8 pan exploded in the oven last year. I jumped all over Earl because>>> - Luisa_Calif - 5:17pm on 10/05/09

16359. Recipe - Pears in Papillote with Vanilla Sauce - GayR - 8:15pm on 10/02/09 (10)

Sounds SO good! The only thing I would add ((oh sure, more calories...why not?!)... - cheezz - 5:14am on 10/03/09

Sounds good cheezz, however, after the large meal I am making wanted just a light dessert. [NT] - GayR - 3:34pm on 10/03/09

oh what the heck - it's a party... eat dessert FIRST!! *g* [NT] - cheezz - 9:46pm on 10/03/09

Mmm, this sounds light and luscious. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:16pm on 10/03/09

Reminds me of this Rec: Maple-Vanilla Roasted Pears and Vanilla Bean Custard Sauce...good schtuff. - Pat-NoCal - 5:07pm on 10/03/09

Thank you, Pat that recipes sounds absolutely wonderful! [NT] - GayR - 5:08pm on 10/03/09
It was better than that, even cold. Hubby was supposed to get a whole pear but he'll - Pat-NoCal - 5:14pm on 10/03/09

...unless he's a secret lurker? [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:31am on 10/05/09
yeh, then I would be soooo busted! lol [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:11pm on 10/05/09

ooops, put that post in the wrong spot...I'm fried from working 4 catering gigs this weeknd. ;o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:13pm on 10/05/09

16360. Driving me nuts...I was directed to a link from our site...On it was a rec for rice noodles with - barb_b - 9:40pm on 10/02/09 (6)

barb, Could this be it? Pad Kee Mao [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 9:56pm on 10/02/09

Gay, you are amazing!! This is it! It was really good. dh said it was spectacular!! Tx so much! [NT] - barb_b - 10:07pm on 10/02/09

[psst...barb! Bow low and humbly submit small food offerings or your first-born.] [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:29pm on 10/02/09

LOL! I've been bowing low to Gay for a verrry long time, her search abilities are amazing. Thx Gay. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 10:31pm on 10/02/09

Printed! Can't wait to try this! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:55pm on 10/03/09

As I stand here blushing and laughing --- you guys just crack me up and I Luv you all! [NT] - GayR - 10:38pm on 10/02/09

16361. Rec: Turkey Breast with Spinach-Feta Stuffing. I'm always looking for treatments for those half [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 12:01am on 10/03/09 (0)

16362. Need mango help - The mangoes here suck (the only reason I miss FL), and I'm wondering if I can use - Meryl - 1:05am on 10/03/09 (7)

Have not used either of those, but use frozen on a regular basis. When we get fresh here, they - Nan - 1:57am on 10/03/09

should have mentioned, they are in 1# bags at regular store, don't have to get 40#! [NT] - Nan - 3:09pm on 10/03/09

Jarred ones are possible - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:35am on 10/03/09
A friend of mine from Florida said to try a peach as a substitute. [NT] - Cindy - 3:09am on 10/03/09
Did you read the story on a mango candy at Gourment.com? [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 4:10pm on 10/03/09
Thanks, all - will look for the jarred or frozen. [NT] - Meryl - 4:33pm on 10/03/09

Update: Found the frozen - they're organic and from the U.S. [NT] - Meryl - 10:04pm on 10/04/09

16363. Silly me, I am going to enter this contest for a wine/ food pairing + recipe & visual [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 7:13am on 10/03/09 (5)

LOL! Maybe a scarf for the rubber chicken? Good luck Heather! [NT] - LisainLA - 5:38pm on 10/03/09
I have no idea if this will be helpful to you, but DH plays the trombone and he uses a rubber - Marianne - 12:36am on 10/05/09

OK, I know it's late and I'm tired but is it just me or is this subject line not - orchid - 2:52am on 10/05/09

I used to keep a rubber chicken in my car, - Heather_in_SF - 4:25am on 10/05/09
LOL, I get your drift orchid. Wish I'd proofed it more carefully before posting! [NT] - Marianne - 2:01pm on 10/05/09

16364. ISO: Michael in Sarasota. I tried the Chai spiced Pumpkin Bread you posted in the pumpkin thread.. [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 12:07pm on 10/03/09 (1)

I'm trying that one too. Tonight. Good to know that 2 cups fresh puree = 1 can of pumpkin puree. [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:55pm on 10/13/09

16365. Good thing I post recipes here - and this is one reason I do... - DawnNYS - 1:50pm on 10/03/09 (3)

You were eating a pear and thought it was chicken?!! My goodness, are you sure it was still good?! [NT] - cheezz - 4:07pm on 10/03/09

No, haha, it was a recipe with chicken, pears, and cinnamon. See link for recipe if you want. [NT] [LINK] - DawnNYS - 1:41am on 10/04/09

oh good! I was worried about your taste buds *g* [NT] - cheezz - 9:08pm on 10/04/09

16366. Favorite Oktoberdest recipes? This might be a good one for Favorite Threads. [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:47pm on 10/03/09 (9)

Make that "Oktoberfest", in case someone does a search in years to come! [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:49pm on 10/03/09
hmmm... what would make it qualify as an Oktoberfest recipe? Made with beer? [NT] - cheezz - 4:07pm on 10/03/09

German food, something you could serve at an Oktoberfest party [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:43am on 10/04/09

There's a nice Oktoberfest Menu in T&T #33 by desertjean. I would add - Elenor - 5:06pm on 10/03/09
Rec: Sweet-and-Sour Red Cabbage - DawnNYS - 2:31pm on 10/04/09

Rec: Sp�tzle - DawnNYS - 2:36pm on 10/04/09

Rec: Sauerbraten - DawnNYS - 2:51pm on 10/04/09

Rec: Knockwurst with Sauerbraten and Apples - DawnNYS - 3:02pm on 10/04/09

Bratw�rst with sauerkraut and potatoes. [NT] - EvaN - 9:29am on 10/11/09

16367. To check out: Apple Pie Cookies [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:22pm on 10/03/09 (2)

Applesauce Snack Cake [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:25pm on 10/03/09
Thanks Meryl! [NT] - LisainLA - 5:32pm on 10/03/09

16368. Saturday Six [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:27pm on 10/03/09 (21)

If I go work in my garage, will you bring me some cake and a latte? ;-) - LisainLA - 5:32pm on 10/03/09

Sure thing! LOL Want some enchiladas too? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:56pm on 10/03/09

Of course! Actually, I've got a pork shoulder slow roasting right now - - LisainLA - 6:40pm on 10/03/09

You're on, baby! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:50pm on 10/03/09
Dad gave me 10 pounds of Hatch green chile. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:57pm on 10/03/09

C'mon over Amanda! :-D [NT] - LisainLA - 8:43pm on 10/03/09

If I bring a fig recipe, can I come too? Seriously, do you want a recipe using figs? [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:46am on 10/04/09

Sure....the more the merrier. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:35pm on 10/04/09

I'll be right over...just need to repack the diaper bag... :) [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:07am on 10/04/09

Saturday Six - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:34pm on 10/03/09

Recently tried Cheerios and just love 'em with sliced bananas, and milk of course. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:52pm on 10/03/09

I like them with sliced peaches... [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:56pm on 10/04/09

Got any root beer left? Try putting a couple scoops of vanilla ice cream in a glass and pour - Pat-NoCal - 6:53pm on 10/03/09
Baking disaster averted! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:20pm on 10/03/09

Amanda, Happy to hear that the cake turned out wonderful considering your almost disaster. [NT] - GayR - 4:07pm on 10/04/09

My Saturday Six: - Heather_in_SF - 8:01pm on 10/03/09

Cupcake Camp sounds cute. Take pictures!! My Saturday Six - DawnNYS - 2:02am on 10/04/09
A Revision..... and a goofy story.... - Heather_in_SF - 8:45am on 10/04/09

Yay, glad the root beer float helped. Today's chicken should - Pat-NoCal - 3:34pm on 10/04/09
HAAA!!! I got to the part where you 'hacked up veggies" and my first thought was... - cheezz - 9:12pm on 10/04/09

Or emailing apparently, I made a bunch of stupid errors in one today, will have to fix that tomorrow - Heather_in_SF - 3:58am on 10/05/09

16369. new posting in Larder Barter.... anyone interested in 2 books? [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 9:44pm on 10/03/09 (0)

16370. These apple turnover molds from Williams Sonoma are so cute!! Has anyone used them? [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 10:01pm on 10/03/09 (1)

No, but I think I now have to have them! So cute!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:43pm on 10/04/09

16371. Anyone do the Starbucks taste challenge?? Thoughts? [NT] - barb_b - 3:07am on 10/04/09 (20)

At BlogHerFood I was given some samples of the new instant coffee, it's not bad actually! - Heather_in_SF - 8:37am on 10/04/09

I was confused by it...Why would they do a taste test on their brand? It seems to reduce their name - barb_b - 12:43pm on 10/04/09

I think they have the WORST coffee.... I also think I must a majority of ONE... - cheezz - 9:14pm on 10/04/09

You lucky ones in northern Calif (((Pat))) have It's A Grind - now that's good coffee :) [NT] - cheezz - 9:15pm on 10/04/09

Haven't tried it yet, but I will now that you mentioned it. None near me but when I travel I'll [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:59pm on 10/06/09

I never buy their coffee, since I use my own fresh brewed espresso, but they have great ice cream - Meryl - 10:01pm on 10/04/09
Oh, Blue Bottle!!!! Drinking this has spoiled me for anything else! Local guy, sources sustainable - Heather_in_SF - 4:07am on 10/05/09

Don't like Starbucks; at work we have organic Bean Trees which made Oprah's chef fav things list - MariaDNoCA - 5:04am on 10/05/09
Just went through my last bag of BlueBottle. They put the roasting date on the back. Pretty gewd [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 6:18am on 10/06/09

Did you order it online, or get it up north? [NT] - cheezz - 10:41pm on 10/06/09

Bought 4 different blends on-line, a bit pricey but includes postage. We're fond of TJ's Bay Blend. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 3:36am on 10/07/09

Yes - I second the Bay Blend.... it's what I usually get. [NT] - cheezz - 11:30pm on 10/07/09

I agree, the worst. I bet the new instant would never stand up to another chain's coffee. [NT] - Joe - 3:06pm on 10/05/09
You're not the only one. I think it tastes burnt. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:51pm on 10/06/09
cheezz, I don't like it either, tastes burned... - Sandra in New York - 7:41pm on 10/06/09

quality control???! Yuck. [NT] - cheezz - 10:42pm on 10/06/09

I went to their website the other day and didn't see anything about it. Do you know the details? [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:17pm on 10/04/09

My M&D went; apparently they provided them small cups of both their traditional brewed coffee - barb_b - 10:39am on 10/05/09

I might use the instant coffee for making quick mochas at home. . . - mistral - 4:32pm on 10/04/09

Our Starbucks are pretty good up here, although I usually go with a local roaster. I can see taking - AngAk - 5:48pm on 10/06/09

16372. Found a new blog today (new to me that is) about crock pot cooking [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 8:52am on 10/04/09 (37)

This looks good, thanks for posting. I love my crockpot! [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:06pm on 10/04/09
If anyone can disabuse me of a fear of leaving a crockpot on while away for the day, I'd love it :) - ErininNY - 3:45pm on 10/04/09

I have a gorgeous new Rival 5 qt one, a gift from a dear friend, I love it... - Heather_in_SF - 3:52am on 10/05/09
Erin, I leave mine all the time. Put it on early in the morning and come home to a wonderfully ... - elaine - 5:23pm on 10/05/09
I have 2, both Rival: a regular-size one and also a mini one - DawnNYS - 2:13pm on 10/06/09

Heather - Dawn... whoever else -- could we start a crockpot recipes thread? - cheezz - 9:18pm on 10/04/09

Rump Roast with Peppers by AngAk is terrific! [LINK] - Cindy - 10:34pm on 10/04/09

Hey Orchid, It worked!!! [NT] - Cindy - 10:36pm on 10/04/09
WooHoo! Good job Cindy! :0) [NT] - orchid - 2:42am on 10/05/09

That's a great idea - I'll post some when my finger stops itching/throbbing (see My Saturday Six!) [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:49pm on 10/04/09
Great idea, I am still learning how to use mine. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 3:53am on 10/05/09
Moroccan Chicken - elaine - 5:16pm on 10/05/09

I know I'll love this one.. Wonder what ever happened to Sally....Someone on the old Prodigy board - Marsha tbay - 5:44pm on 10/05/09

You can check out Sally/BR's blog at the link. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:53pm on 10/06/09
Different Sally, I think.... - SallyBR - 8:10pm on 10/06/09

Chicken Jambalaya - elaine - 5:19pm on 10/05/09
I tried Manicotti in the crockpot over the weekend and it was AWESOME. - desertjean - 7:05pm on 10/05/09

oh wow, thanks for this one! [NT] - AngAk - 7:30pm on 10/05/09
Thank you sharing, Jean. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 12:45am on 10/06/09
I would have never, ever thought of a crock pot and this type of meal. Thanks dj. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:28am on 10/06/09
Will definitely be trying this one! Thanks for sharing. [NT] - fressca - 1:28pm on 10/07/09

Here are a few of my favorites: Rec: Hearty Bean and Beef Stew - DawnNYS - 11:17am on 10/06/09

Rec: Chicken Enchiladas in the Crockpot - DawnNYS - 11:22am on 10/06/09

Rec: Easy Chicken and Rice Casserole in the Crockpot - DawnNYS - 11:25am on 10/06/09

Rec: Turkey Cacciatore - DawnNYS - 11:31am on 10/06/09

Re: Easy, Tender Roast Pork Loin - DawnNYS - 11:34am on 10/06/09

Rec: No-Take Out Sweet and Sour Shrimp - DawnNYS - 11:39am on 10/06/09

Rec: Cabbage and Apples in the Crockpot - DawnNYS - 11:49am on 10/06/09

Favorite crockpot tips to share for the wary? - desertjean - 12:54am on 10/06/09

I also like to start out at high for the first hour to get the heat up, then turn it down, if I'm - AngAk - 5:51pm on 10/06/09

REC: Coconut Beef Curry in Crockpot by Anna_X [LINK] - cheezz - 11:48pm on 10/07/09
REC: Chicken Enchilada Casserole in the Crockpot by DawnNYS [LINK] - cheezz - 11:50pm on 10/07/09
REC: Crockpot Curried Chicken Legs by Dawn_MO [LINK] - cheezz - 11:53pm on 10/07/09
REC: Luau Pork by Debbie_in_GA [LINK] - cheezz - 11:55pm on 10/07/09
REC: Mahogany Chicken in a Crockpot (with pork variation) by DawnNYS [LINK] - cheezz - 12:00am on 10/08/09
Ranch Pork Roast - lorijean - 2:09pm on 10/08/09
Easy Dulce de leche >>> [NT] [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 9:24am on 10/13/09

16373. Meryl, mangos are 88 cents at Walmarts. Do you want me to mail you a flat-rate box of them? - MarilynFL - 2:32pm on 10/04/09 (12)

If I had all of those mangoes I'd make--REC: Mango Macadamia Nut Crisp... - charlie - 6:16pm on 10/04/09

OR--REC: Melon & Mango Salad with Toasted Coconut & Pistachios... - charlie - 6:18pm on 10/04/09

OR-REC: Tandoori Shrimp & Mango Salad... - charlie - 6:21pm on 10/04/09

OR-REC: Curried Chicken with Mango... - charlie - 6:23pm on 10/04/09

Sounds good - thanks. [NT] - Meryl - 7:55pm on 10/04/09
I think charlie is angling for the flat-rate box of mangoes :) [NT] - cheezz - 2:33am on 10/05/09
At a restaurant in NYC, I had an absolutely wonderful Mango Sorbet...Do not have a rec - barb_b - 10:34am on 10/05/09

Here's one for REC: Mango-Lime Sorbet---with Tequila...very good stuff... - charlie - 2:10pm on 10/05/09

Wow, Charlie, this sounds fabulous! I love the idea of Mango w/ Limes! Tx for posting! [NT] - barb_b - 4:24pm on 10/05/09

Not problem barb--enjoy [NT] - charlie - 6:10pm on 10/05/09

Ooh - I've had this one in my files for awhile - thanks for reminding me! [NT] - Meryl - 7:52pm on 10/04/09

Marilyn, check your PM's. [NT] - Meryl - 7:34pm on 10/04/09

16374. Melissa Clark - Tomato Eclairs w/Creamy Ricotta & Basil Filling, Ratatouille & Sausage w/Cornmeal [LINK] - GayR - 3:22pm on 10/04/09 (2)

These recipes sound amazing, GayR! I want to try the eclairs and the fig tart. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:15am on 10/05/09

Heather_in-SF, If you try them I hope you enjoy them! [NT] - GayR - 12:34pm on 10/05/09

16375. This caught my eye - Cesare Casella's Recipe for Orzotto w/Zucchini and Pesto @ N.Y. Times [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 4:01pm on 10/04/09 (6)

Good eye, Gay, I like the sound of this too. I've done a very simple orzo risotto that's always - Pat-NoCal - 4:28pm on 10/05/09

Here's the one I've done. Rec: Orzo Pasta Risotto with Parsley and Pecorino Romano Cheese - Pat-NoCal - 4:29pm on 10/05/09
Pat, Thank you for your Orzo Pasta Risotto Recipe also. I am on a roll for Orzo Rissoto. [NT] - GayR - 6:15pm on 10/05/09

It's interesting to me that kids seem to like the orzo risotto so much. Maybe because it's pasta - Pat-NoCal - 6:24pm on 10/05/09

Thanks Gay! I managed to bring back 1# of whole wheat Orzo from Seattle. must try this. [NT] - AngAk - 7:27pm on 10/05/09

AngAk, Hope you enjoy ... does sound so good (both recipes). [NT] - GayR - 11:46pm on 10/05/09

16376. AmericanSpice has free shipping for orders over $15 until Oct 6 [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:28pm on 10/04/09 (4)

I ordered from them last time and mostly liked what I got. I was disappointed - Dawn_MO - 11:03pm on 10/04/09

I bought 4 pkg of Amish hull-less Ladyfinger popcorn that Lar's not crazy about. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:50pm on 10/04/09

sounds like a larder barter item to me :) [NT] - cheezz - 2:34am on 10/05/09

I forget to go back in and look when I post. Stupid, I know. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:50pm on 10/05/09

16377. Smucker 's Jam - Recipe "Bubbe's Apple Cake" I must try this. [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:00pm on 10/04/09 (1)

Forgot to state when you click on print. The entire story will come up complete with recipe. [NT] - GayR - 8:01pm on 10/04/09

16378. ISO Gay and cheezz. I made the Apple Zucchini Loaf and it is FABULOUS!! [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 12:41pm on 10/05/09 (5)

Hi Barbara in VA, so glad you tried the recipe and really liked it. Yes, I think we still need one - GayR - 1:11pm on 10/05/09

If I make it again, can that count as three? :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:08pm on 10/05/09

nah, just 2-1/2...lol [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 12:10am on 10/06/09

that figures.... I've never been all there :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:46pm on 10/06/09

But half there is better than nuthin'. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:51am on 10/07/09

16379. REC: Grilled Sweet Potato and Green Onion Salad [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 12:48pm on 10/05/09 (0)

16380. thank you to all who helped ..... - emtd - 1:14pm on 10/05/09 (6)

Sounds lovely. I'd love to try the couscous--will look for the recipe - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:27pm on 10/05/09
wow...this is simple? I'd love to see "a complicated menu." And an invite in the mail. Good job, e. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:32pm on 10/05/09
Wonderful! And mostly do-ahead. This belongs in the Menus section. [NT] - Joe - 3:16pm on 10/05/09
Good job, Betty. So glad the cocktails were a hit (told you they would be ;o). Happy Thanksgiving. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:22pm on 10/05/09
I have wanted to make that ice covered vodka bottle for some time---how did you pour from it? was - AngAk - 7:24pm on 10/05/09

I inserted one of those metal spouts. I folded a napkin and wrapped - emtd - 8:14pm on 10/05/09

16381. NFRC A while ago someone was telling me (on the board) how to access the start-up - DawnNYS - 2:35pm on 10/05/09 (4)

Ok, I figured out how to get it back down there, but still would like to be able to set - DawnNYS - 2:40pm on 10/05/09
Here's are steps from Microsoft [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:33pm on 10/05/09

and here are steps for the Quick Launch area (lower right corner) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:35pm on 10/05/09

Thank you - I should've thought to do that, but as I said... Will do that. Funny, though, why - DawnNYS - 12:05am on 10/06/09

16382. RIP Gourmet - Kathleen - 4:24pm on 10/05/09 (21)

Sad indeed. While the issues in recent years have become skinnier in content, I have [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:36pm on 10/05/09
I agree. Gourmet was once my favourite magazine. Has anyone see bon appetit lately. I received a - Elenor - 5:36pm on 10/05/09

Last to hear over here...no more Gourmet?..I love the DELICIOUS best and then the... - joanietoo - 5:56pm on 10/05/09

That is sad, however I wonder if there might not be many magazines who are having a difficult time? - KarenNoCA - 6:35pm on 10/05/09

I agree, have let my food mag subscriptions expire since the online choices - Pat-NoCal - 7:05pm on 10/05/09

I'm also feeling the need to cook more from my cookbook collection, - Pat-NoCal - 12:15am on 10/06/09

The publishing industry is really struggling these days. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:57pm on 10/05/09

(Please don't say that!) **knocks furiously on wood** ;) - ErininNY - 1:06am on 10/06/09

those are only at specialty retailers her joannie... - Sandra in New York - 6:58pm on 10/05/09

I currently get both BA and Gourmet as a gift from Sur la Table - MariaDNoCA - 8:28pm on 10/05/09

IMHO Gourmet committed suidcide. I was a subscriber from 60s til a few years ago until RR took over - aajay - 8:27pm on 10/05/09

Not to appear out of it, but what is RR? [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:47pm on 10/05/09

Rachel Ray [NT] - AngAk - 8:49pm on 10/05/09

oops, I believe Ruth Reichl. sorry for the big booboo. [NT] - AngAk - 8:50pm on 10/05/09

I strongly disagree it was "all ads" or recipes were "too complicated". Under Reichl especially - Shaun in TO - 10:46pm on 10/05/09

I can't BELIEVE I just donated ALL of my old Gourmets to the library fundraiser. - MarilynFL - 5:04pm on 10/06/09

i want to shop at your library book sale----just for your stuff. [NT] - AngAk - 5:51pm on 10/06/09
Marilyn, I just did the same with my collection - over a similar timeframe's worth, too. - LisainLA - 6:36pm on 10/06/09

I loved reading about the far away places, and will miss it. [NT] - Marianne - 12:29am on 10/06/09
Hopefully the content will remain on the Epicurious website. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:38pm on 10/06/09

Good point, I hope so too. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:48pm on 10/06/09

16383. ISO a recipe and info about tourtieres. Have never had it but it sounds [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:06pm on 10/05/09 (18)

a jumping off point..... - emtd - 5:42pm on 10/05/09

Thank you, Betty. Found Sylvia's here as well, had searched with wrong spelling - Pat-NoCal - 7:11pm on 10/05/09

Pat-NoCal - Think you will enjoy this article on Meat Tourtiere Traditions [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 7:02pm on 10/05/09

ohmy, I could use a slice of that right now. Thanks for finding the article, Gay, such - Pat-NoCal - 7:12pm on 10/05/09

Pat, Here is Canadian Livng's Touirtiere Recipe and photos for your perusal. [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 7:43pm on 10/05/09

Honestly, I don't know why this tourtiere thing is exciting me so much, - Pat-NoCal - 7:46pm on 10/05/09

I look forward to hearing your impression. [NT] - emtd - 8:07pm on 10/05/09
Tourtiere is comfort food and iIt's great with a side of baked beans and cole slaw. [NT] - Sylvia - 11:03am on 10/06/09

I just read this. The relish is just what I talked about below. mmmmmm [NT] - Marg CDN - 9:47pm on 10/05/09

mmmmmmmm [NT] - Marg CDN - 9:48pm on 10/05/09

I have the real thing to accompany. This recipe was graciously provided by a centuries-old farmhous - Marg CDN - 9:44pm on 10/05/09

This sounds delightful. Do you can it, as in process it in a boiling water bath? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 12:08am on 10/06/09

Yep. No special tricks. And I 'chop' it all in the Cuisinart. [NT] - Marg CDN - 1:13am on 10/06/09

I'm likin' this more and more. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:21am on 10/06/09

I LOVE tourtiere! Used to live in Toronto and my fav neighborhood restaurant made an excellent one! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:23am on 10/06/09

I don't even know how to pronounce this word, let alone what it is. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:11pm on 10/06/09

meat pie ......"tore tee air"..... [NT] - emtd - 2:41pm on 10/06/09

ah, enlightenment. Thanks e. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:04pm on 10/06/09

16384. I'd love to go away (off island, far off-island)for a w-end with my DH but to - joanietoo - 5:52pm on 10/05/09 (2)

Glad you are safe though! I have no idea what wahoo is, but it sounds like island - DawnNYS - 12:07am on 10/06/09
Here's a great fish and pasta recipe that might work for wahoo - Heather_in_SF - 4:03pm on 10/06/09

16385. iso Dawn....did you try the polenta, did you get 'seasoningpeppers' they have a truly diff. flavour - joanietoo - 5:53pm on 10/05/09 (1)

Is it a fresh pepper (hot?) or dried pepper in a bag/can? No, I didn't get a - DawnNYS - 12:16am on 10/06/09

16386. Freezer Cinnamon Buns. Does anyone have a recipe for cinnamon buns that can be made up - Elenor - 5:59pm on 10/05/09 (13)

You freeze unrisen, then thaw and let rise the day of baking. [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 6:37pm on 10/05/09
I have a great recipe where you make up one day and refrigerate - rhoward2va - 7:06pm on 10/05/09

I'd love the recipe. Would be great for holiday breakfasts. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:59pm on 10/05/09

Here you go: - rhoward2va - 9:22pm on 10/05/09

Thanks much! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:43pm on 10/06/09

I make these cinnamon rolls from Pioneerwoman and have frozen them, unbaked, in the foil pans. [LINK] - AngAk - 8:48pm on 10/05/09

When does that woman sleep? She's like a force of nature. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:55pm on 10/05/09

While I love her food, my stomach doesn't. Second dish of hers that kept me up all night... [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:29pm on 10/05/09

Sorry, PW, this was awful. We scraped the blue cheese sauce off of the steak. - Marianne - 12:27am on 10/06/09

I only used about 1/2 TBL because one likes that flavor while the other half of - MarilynFL - 1:09pm on 10/06/09

We both adore blue cheese, and it's many forms. There was something wrong with this flavor combo. [NT] - Marianne - 11:13pm on 10/06/09

Thanks everyone. I've got a month before the bazaar so I'm going to try them all - Elenor - 1:58pm on 10/06/09

...and what time should I be there? I'll bring coffee! [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:16pm on 10/06/09

16387. Gourmet Magazine Closes! Sheesh, I just ordered a subscription [LINK] - woody - 8:31pm on 10/05/09 (1)

This makes me so sad. I can remember when Gourmet was THE food mag. I still subscribe and - Curious1 - 12:43pm on 10/06/09

16388. Just received my November Issue of Bon Appetit - I must say I am disappointed.... - GayR - 11:48pm on 10/05/09 (2)

I dropped both Bon Appetit & Gourmet a while back due to disappointment. - Melissa Dallas - 12:47am on 10/06/09
I dropped BA a long time ago when it became nothing but ads. [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:10am on 10/06/09

16389. Really want John Besh to come over and make this for me REC: Chanterelles, Chicken & Dumplings - Heather_in_SF - 1:09am on 10/06/09 (4)

Heather, don't hate me. John Besh is just as charming in person.... :) [NT] - Traca - 3:07am on 10/06/09

Heather, I guess the message is, "Keep On Blogging!" [NT] - Joe - 3:38am on 10/06/09

And I am inordinately fond of chicken and dumplings, but doesn't this recipe sound great? [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 3:55pm on 10/06/09

I'm going to make this tomorrow night and make my own ricotta for the dumplings, - Heather_in_SF - 6:23am on 10/08/09

16390. Beef: grain fed or grass fed? - MariaDNoCA - 8:33am on 10/06/09 (22)

I can't taste the difference! [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:07pm on 10/06/09
If it's anything like the grass-fed from my childhood, I'll take the grain-fed anytime. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:57pm on 10/06/09
Definitely don't care for the flavor of grass fed, much prefer grain fed. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:56pm on 10/06/09
Didn't like the grass-fed of friends when I was growing up. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 7:21pm on 10/06/09
I like them both... - Sandra in New York - 7:57pm on 10/06/09
After watching "King Corn", you'd never want grain-fed again..... poor cows! [NT] - cheezz - 10:48pm on 10/06/09

Ummm....I don't think we eat cows. I think we eat steer. What do they do with cows, besides milK? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:01am on 10/07/09

oops.... ya know what I mean :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:31pm on 10/07/09

Really?! Cows are never used as meat? I knew most were kept for milking, but I - DawnNYS - 3:25am on 10/08/09

Most beef comes from younger females and castrated males. A female is called - Shaun in TO - 2:52pm on 10/08/09

You learn something new every day! Thanks Shaun. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:59pm on 10/08/09

Or maybe I should've said....thanks for steering us in the right direction. ;o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:49am on 10/09/09

or for mooooooving us in the right direction? Ok, don't have a cow now.. I'm done :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:45am on 10/09/09

Go on, milk it for what it's worth. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 12:51pm on 10/09/09

Not me! I'm hoofin' it outta here. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:20pm on 10/09/09

or read Michael Pollan's The Omnivore's Dillema. Never ate much beef anyway, now almost none. [NT] - Nan - 3:08pm on 10/07/09

Grain fed, definitely. Back in the 80's our commissary in Honduras - PatBastrop - 2:01am on 10/07/09
A lot depends on the grass. Seriously. I know that sounds flip, but just as the grass that cows or - Shaun in TO - 6:58pm on 10/07/09

That makes sense, Shaun, hadn't thought of it that way. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:26pm on 10/07/09
Absolutely, the lamb in Iceland has an amazing flavor and locals say it is the herby, wild grass and - Nan - 8:12pm on 10/07/09
All cows are grass fed. The key is how they are "finished", which is in - Traca - 8:20pm on 10/07/09

Wow, this is interesting stuff, and it sure makes sense. Thanks for all the good info. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:58pm on 10/07/09

16391. Rec: 10-10-10-10 Southwest Crescent Pie - DawnNYS - 2:41pm on 10/06/09 (4)

Oh wow, I think my mom used to make something like this It was fast and tasty, thanks for bringing - Heather_in_SF - 3:58pm on 10/06/09

My mom NEVER made anything like this. But I want to! [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:01pm on 10/06/09

yum---and very kid friendly. [NT] - AngAk - 5:55pm on 10/06/09
This looks very tasty. Must try soon. [NT] - BobbiJoAZ - 9:29pm on 10/06/09

16392. Childhood memories of Gourmet magazine and my father.. - franinvirginia - 2:51pm on 10/06/09 (6)

aw...that's a wonderful tribute, fran. I hope your Dad can see it whereever he is. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:01pm on 10/06/09
I am still a bit shocked.... - SallyBR - 4:44pm on 10/06/09

A few years ago I stumbled across some issues from the 40's on e-bay. - Nan - 4:51pm on 10/06/09

A friend who left the country gave me her collection- still have them.. - elaine - 1:47am on 10/08/09

I agree Sally (nice to see you again) I didn't care for BA and - woody - 4:54pm on 10/06/09

Nice memories, fran. My parents also subscribed after we came to Canada in 1967. So I grew up - Shaun in TO - 5:28pm on 10/06/09

16393. Would someone please help me with a dessert? For tonight. - Marg CDN - 4:53pm on 10/06/09 (19)

Sorbet? (fruit and sugar....I'd avoid strawberry.) [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:57pm on 10/06/09

Or, for a more adult kick: "limoncello, lemon sorbet & Prosecco" slush. There's a fancier name for - MarilynFL - 5:00pm on 10/06/09

Marilyn, is it sorbetto? - judy-mass - 11:04am on 10/16/09

Seaasonal is purple grape sorbet (I'd use Coronation instead of Concord) [NT] [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 5:14pm on 10/06/09

And/or Sambuca-poached figs (with sheep ricotta?) [NT] [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 5:16pm on 10/06/09

Or baked apples, stuffed with ginger, dates, splash o' rum [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 5:18pm on 10/06/09
I made this one with a soft Salt Spring Island goat cheese. Enjoyed by all. [NT] - Marg CDN - 5:37pm on 10/15/09

Marg, see your PM [NT] - Marsha tbay - 5:14pm on 10/06/09
Apple Crisp? Use spelt flour in place of wheat flour. - Sylvia - 5:18pm on 10/06/09
How about these maple-vanilla roasted pears. I think they're [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:22pm on 10/06/09
How about Poached Pears in Red Wine Sauce? [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:05pm on 10/06/09
Thank you all. Out to stumble my way through traffic. Figs in sambuca sounds like the one. Now to - Marg CDN - 6:06pm on 10/06/09
dark chocolate dipped fruit? pear/apple crisp made with just oatmeal/nuts/brown sugar and margarine - AngAk - 6:15pm on 10/06/09
Simple [NT] - Joe - 12:27am on 10/07/09

As I was saying, Simple Apple Tart.. Use a sheet of regular or puff pastry, - Joe - 12:29am on 10/07/09

Or half a peeled fresh peach. I always forget those simple ones. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 2:02pm on 10/07/09

No wheat allowed, (those poor people). [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:16pm on 10/07/09

Oops. It's hard for me to think of puff pastry as "wheat," but you're right. [NT] - Joe - 4:11pm on 10/08/09

Way too late, but I often make a simple jelly fruit salad or serve chevre and jam as dessert. [NT] - EvaN - 10:38am on 10/11/09

16394. ISO I am looking for a recipe that I might have seen here or on one of - carol whidbey Is - 6:16pm on 10/06/09 (7)

carol, Can't help with locating the particular recipe ... Here is Marcella Hazan's Recipe [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:08pm on 10/06/09
Bacon-less version at epi. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:17pm on 10/06/09

...and here's a bacon-less one from PW! I didn't know her DNA allowed bacon-less meals. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:21pm on 10/06/09

...and one from Venice (with bacon, graci!) via Australia. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:23pm on 10/06/09

One More... [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 12:06pm on 10/07/09

They all are pretty much the same, I went with the one Curious posted and added - carol whidbey Is - 3:04pm on 10/07/09
Wow! What I wouldn't give for a tiny bowl of that right now for brekkies. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:05pm on 10/07/09

16395. Persian cucumbers... does anyone know how to 'pickle' them? I've had them on salad - cheezz - 10:54pm on 10/06/09 (6)

I'd like to can them so I don't have to eat them all at once :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:01pm on 10/06/09
Sorry, can't help you....I have to eat them in one sitting.... [NT] - barb_b - 4:42pm on 10/07/09

It's similar to the one I found - I think it's the right taste - still would like to can if possible [NT] - cheezz - 11:28pm on 10/07/09

this should go under curious' post just below... [NT] - cheezz - 11:33pm on 10/07/09
Sorry, I missed the canning part. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:26pm on 10/08/09

I'm not sure what you mean, is this any help? [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:40pm on 10/07/09

16396. What I did on my summer vacation--The Ghost in the Pantry: Culinary Travels through Four Generations [LINK] - ErininNY - 2:49am on 10/07/09 (23)

Hi Erin, Congratulations! This is exciting! I just signed up... [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 4:52am on 10/07/09
I signed up too! Congratulations! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 5:46am on 10/07/09
What fun! - judy-mass - 6:33am on 10/07/09
Awesome!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:42am on 10/07/09
Awesome indeed! Congratulations Erin, and thanks for the heads up. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:10pm on 10/07/09
How exciting for you, and for us. I signed up. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:51pm on 10/07/09
Woo hoo! Congrats. I will check it out. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:07pm on 10/07/09
Congrats!! Very cool!! 42 installments? Guessing a big book! Looking forward to reading it [NT] - barb_b - 4:40pm on 10/07/09

It's pretty small, Barb. :) The installments are typically one or two recipes (three at most). [NT] - ErininNY - 12:23am on 10/08/09

You must be so excited-many congrats! I just signed up too... - Barbara in VA - 4:55pm on 10/07/09

Thanks! :) [NT] - ErininNY - 2:03am on 10/09/09

Great! I will sign up and let you know when I get them. [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:59pm on 10/07/09
Uncle Viktor's Spaghetti-----I just love that! congrats Erin. [NT] - AngAk - 5:47pm on 10/07/09

Erin, So exciting for you, congratulations! [NT] - GayR - 5:52pm on 10/07/09

Thank you! :) Hope you enjoy it! I'd love to hear your feedback. - ErininNY - 11:54pm on 10/07/09
Great job Erin. Impressive. I am signing up too. [NT] - elaine - 1:40am on 10/08/09
That's Great! Congrats! [NT] - Sandra in New York - 2:45am on 10/08/09
I just signed up, and I am so impressed with your stories. You are one of our very gifted authors! - Marianne - 3:34pm on 10/10/09

Thanks, Marianne! :) I had a handful of students from Kosice. Hope you enjoy the series! :) [NT] - ErininNY - 11:18pm on 10/10/09

I have received chapters 1-3 and ((((Erin)))). It's wonderful!! - Heather_in_SF - 9:30am on 10/13/09

Aw, thanks. :) - ErininNY - 11:36am on 10/13/09

Nice work Erin! I just sighned up. :) [NT] - Traca - 11:01pm on 10/14/09

PS. Congrats on the new job too! [NT] - Traca - 11:01pm on 10/14/09

16397. REC: Mom's Banana Nut Bread. I've been saving black bananas in the freezer all summer, - Joe - 3:35am on 10/07/09 (3)

Joe, how do you keep the bananas from turning to watery mush when they defrost? That's why - MarilynFL - 10:14pm on 10/07/09

I don't. They have to be mashed anyway. I think the riper, blacker ones shrink and dehydrate a bit - Joe - 10:29pm on 10/07/09

Some bananas here go from green directly to dark brown...and not in a good way. - MarilynFL - 4:03pm on 10/08/09

16398. Urgh, is there a Darwin award for cooks?? Yesterday I was - lorijean - 2:56pm on 10/07/09 (6)

Boohoo, I hate those kinds of lessons. I hope there were not cuts or injuries. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:02pm on 10/07/09
Omigosh! Hope you weren't hurt. What a mess. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:08pm on 10/07/09
Oooh... lucky you didn't get cut though [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:10pm on 10/07/09
I truly sympathize, Lorijean. My latest kitchen "lesson" got me 6 stitches & a Darwin nod, too. [NT] - Angiebaby - 10:31pm on 10/07/09

Yikes, sorry to hear that. Went to the Dr. with my daughter and - lorijean - 1:59pm on 10/08/09

Luckily there were no injuries, just my pride. LOL [NT] - lorijean - 1:57pm on 10/08/09

16399. Favorite fall recipes? - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:10pm on 10/07/09 (15)

Apple pie, butternut squash, corn-anything, and poached pears [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:22pm on 10/07/09
I get excited about soups and stews this time of year, because it's too darned hot - Pat-NoCal - 3:30pm on 10/07/09

Made Mahogony Stew yesterday. Yum! Making Bumble Bee Soup soon! Buying pumpkin today. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:29pm on 10/07/09

I'll bite...what is bumble bee soup? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:03pm on 10/07/09

Rec: Bumble Bee Soup...So Easy, So good! [NT] [LINK] - Luisa_Calif - 5:59pm on 10/07/09

Looks delicious, and so easy. Thanks for sharing. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:05pm on 10/07/09
I'm having fun exploring Chef John's site...some great-sounding recipes there. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:27pm on 10/07/09

Check oiut some of his videos, unique sense of humor. Plus he's local! (to us,anyway) [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 6:35pm on 10/07/09

Loving the videos too. He makes complicated-sounding dishes look easy to make. Like the [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 7:10pm on 10/07/09

Olga's Sweet and Snappy Beef stew. so good. Sauerkraut. Pork dishes. cinnamon/spice baked goods [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 5:53pm on 10/07/09

This recipe title makes me smile. Thanks Olga. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:13pm on 10/07/09

We love this Choucroute Garni. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:29pm on 10/08/09

Sounds great. I've always wanted to make this. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 5:16pm on 10/08/09

The sausages, especially bratwurst always burst, it seems like such a long time to cook them. If - Curious1 - 7:33pm on 10/08/09

This is a fall standby for me, REC: Baked Shells with Squash and Caramelized Onions - Heather_in_SF - 8:06pm on 10/08/09

16400. Can we have a thread of your favorite bake sale items (either to buy or to bake). No need for - DawnNYS - 3:26pm on 10/07/09 (58)

I've also seen jello jigglers (we gave away), rice pudding (I bought some), and individual - DawnNYS - 3:35pm on 10/07/09
Many years ago, in our old house, the local school had bake sales. . . - mistral - 4:17pm on 10/07/09

REC: Lake Country Pear and Walnut cake--absolutely wonderful! and easy too! - mistral - 4:24pm on 10/07/09

Muffins, mini quick breads, magic cookie bars, chocolate chocolate chip cookies... [NT] - Meryl - 4:30pm on 10/07/09
Just a side note: All Bake Sales are Banned in New York City Schools. How sad! [NT] - GayR - 5:47pm on 10/07/09

Why? [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:07pm on 10/07/09
Very Sad! I heard it mentioned a few times over the weekend, could not understand if it was for - barb_b - 6:08pm on 10/07/09

Here is the entire N.Y. Times Article [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 6:14pm on 10/07/09

Oh for heaven's sake. It's not like an occasional cupcake is going to kill anyone. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 7:00pm on 10/07/09

Luckily, I'm 200 miles from New York City. And don't get me started on vending machines. At the - DawnNYS - 2:54am on 10/08/09
You haven't tasted my neice's cupcakes! :-) [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:09am on 10/08/09

Arghh!! Niece! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:10am on 10/08/09

Taking political correctness to new heights, enter the food police and soda taxmen - MariaDNoCA - 8:03pm on 10/07/09

REC: Chocolate-Orange Biscotti - MariaDNoCA - 9:04pm on 10/07/09
Rec: Cinnamon Shortbread - MariaDNoCA - 9:07pm on 10/07/09
REC: Glazed Apple Bread - MariaDNoCA - 9:11pm on 10/07/09

REC: Lemon Pound Cake from Barefoot Contessa Parties! - MariaDNoCA - 9:31pm on 10/07/09

REC: Lemon Madeleine�s - MariaDNoCA - 9:32pm on 10/07/09
REC: Snickerdoodle Muffins - MariaDNoCA - 9:41pm on 10/07/09
REC: Giant Chocolate-Toffee Cookies - MariaDNoCA - 9:43pm on 10/07/09
REC: Baker�s One Bowl Chocolate Chocolate Chunk Cookie - MariaDNoCA - 9:46pm on 10/07/09
Don't forget pretty presentation and samples to taste like at the Farmers Market - MariaDNoCA - 9:49pm on 10/07/09
Hey -- would they let you sell dough? - MariaDNoCA - 9:54pm on 10/07/09
See post 16370 above for cute turnovers [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:20pm on 10/07/09

Our school district is like this: snacks and sale items must be approved. . . - mistral - 9:04pm on 10/07/09
Thanks Gay. Very disturbing. It can be such a teaching moment to have the kids make as well as buy - barb_b - 11:00pm on 10/07/09

coconut cakes for some reason sell. coffee cakes and cinnamon rolls. giant cookies. jellies and - AngAk - 6:03pm on 10/07/09
Cupcakes. Chocolate chip cookies. Brownies. Slices of pound cake. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:07pm on 10/07/09
I cannot resist Nanaimo bars at bake sales, or any bar containing coconut. If anyone goes to the - Shaun in TO - 8:53pm on 10/07/09
We have quite a few German and Hungarian (and other European) ladies, that bake wonderful pastries. - Elenor - 10:55pm on 10/07/09

Mmmmm Nut Strudel..... [NT] - barb_b - 11:07pm on 10/07/09

Edna Lewis & Scott Peacock's Gingerbread Cupcakes w/Caramel Glaze [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:41pm on 10/07/09

Edna Lewis Recipe - Busy Day Cake (this can be dressed up, down or served plain) [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:51pm on 10/07/09

Recipe: Norwegian Gold Cake (Wonderful, Easy, Delicious) [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:58pm on 10/07/09

Pricing - the hardest part... what would you price a dozen cookies, cake, pie....? [NT] - cheezz - 11:43pm on 10/07/09

Our prices are - DawnNYS - 3:00am on 10/08/09

WOW! You've GIVING them away! I want to come to YOUR bake sale! [NT] - cheezz - 5:49am on 10/09/09

Carmelitas. These are my Kryptonite. [NT] [LINK] - ErininNY - 12:08am on 10/08/09

These sound wonderfully decadent. I'll make them tomorrow! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:04am on 10/08/09

Hi Cyn, welcome back! [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:13pm on 10/08/09

Thanks, Dawn! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:32pm on 10/08/09

OMG! Erin, I can't thank you enough for the recipe! Last Sat at the farmers market the - Barbara in VA - 1:13pm on 10/08/09

Beware, Barbara, they're addictive. :) - ErininNY - 11:36pm on 10/08/09
What a wonderful way to serve them! The tart crunch of the apple would be the perfect touch. [NT] - cheezz - 6:00am on 10/09/09

oh wait.... that's how I get my movie popcorn... forget I said anything... [NT] - cheezz - 6:01am on 10/09/09

Barbara - please report back. I just printed the recipe myself! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:12pm on 10/09/09

I don't think I can find dulce de leche here, Seems to me I saw where Sweetened Condensed Milk - Elenor - 1:58pm on 10/08/09

this method from David Lebovitz bakes it on a pie plate in the oven [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 7:59pm on 10/08/09

Wow - Thanks Ang. that looks easy and good. The only recipes I've seen is the one you - Elenor - 8:32pm on 10/08/09

Here's Pat's easy recipe using sweetened condensed milk >>> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 5:54am on 10/09/09
I made Dulce de leche in the crockpot, super easy... [NT] [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 9:20am on 10/13/09

Erin-have you ever used old fashioned oats instead of quick cooking? - MoNJ - 9:01pm on 10/09/09

I've used quick and regular interchangeably in other recipes - usually just get more chewiness - cheezz - 11:33pm on 10/09/09
Mo, as cheezz says, I don't think it matters. :) I've probably always used the old-fashioned kind. [NT] - ErininNY - 11:36pm on 10/09/09

Biscotti, mini pumpkin muffins, rice krispy treats [NT] - aajay - 8:07pm on 10/08/09
Ribbon-wrapped cellophane bags of caramel popcorn, like the Poppycock posted here. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 12:55am on 10/09/09

Hmm, guess I haven't posted it here. Rec: Caramel Nut Popcorn (aka Poppycock) - Pat-NoCal - 12:58am on 10/09/09

one STICK of butter for 4 cups popcorn?!! Now I know why the stuff is so good! [NT] - cheezz - 5:55am on 10/09/09

16401. To check out: Enchiladas Especiales Tacuba Style - Rick Bayless [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:06am on 10/08/09 (3)

These look great! Funny you should mention a Bayless recipe as all day I've been - Pat-NoCal - 1:16am on 10/08/09

Yeah, his stuff always sounds so great - I can't believe I [NT] - Meryl - 1:39am on 10/08/09

Fingers slipped - as I was saying - I can't believe I've never made any of his recipes. I've got to - Meryl - 1:40am on 10/08/09

16402. ISO Pat-NoCal - Maple-Marinated Roasted Salmon (as discussed) [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:06am on 10/08/09 (5)

I used to make a similar dish.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 2:18pm on 10/08/09

SallyBR, Thank you for the link and recipe....yes very similar. [NT] - GayR - 11:08pm on 10/09/09

Thanks Gay! Hmm, this sure sounds familiar. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:51pm on 10/08/09

Oh I see why, it's similar to the Cedar-Planked Salmon with Maple Glaze - Pat-NoCal - 2:54pm on 10/08/09
My pleasure, Pat. Love your recipe, especially the mustard mashed potatoes. [NT] - GayR - 4:53pm on 10/08/09

16403. Question about shipping cookies - deb-in-MI - 10:55am on 10/08/09 (7)

Hi Deb, I mailed a couple of practice cookies boxes when we were doing OCD. A couple - Barbara in VA - 1:19pm on 10/08/09

I'd volunteer to be a sample reciever. You know, to see if your packing was effective. > > - Steve2 in LA - 9:17pm on 10/09/09

Steve2. You selflessness (is that a word?) is truly a gift:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:04pm on 10/10/09

I send cookies all the time, Deb. Our local post office sends all packages west - CynUpstateNY - 2:38pm on 10/08/09
I've even heard of putting popcorn in ziplocs and using those for "filler" instead of bubble wrap [NT] - cheezz - 6:12am on 10/09/09

this question has come up a few times.... think it calls for another T&T thread? [NT] - cheezz - 6:12am on 10/09/09

Thanks...I'll get baking this weekend! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:25am on 10/09/09

16404. Plum and Almond Cake - Sylvia - 1:30pm on 10/08/09 (2)

Sounds wonderful, Sylvia. :) Are the plums accidentally listed twice, or are there really that many? [NT] - ErininNY - 11:45am on 10/09/09

The plums were listed twice in error; don't know how that happened. Thanks for noticing. [NT] - Sylvia - 1:33pm on 10/09/09

16405. I was listening to Joan Hamburg Show on the Radio today and one of the topics was [LINK] - GayR - 5:29pm on 10/08/09 (6)

I haven't listened to her in a while...I always enjoyed her as well as Arthur Schwartz.... - barb_b - 6:53pm on 10/08/09

Hi Barb, Really miss Arthur Schwartz. Loved to listen to him. [NT] - GayR - 7:09pm on 10/08/09

this was my Mom's most requested dessert. just be careful---the bag can catch on fire if - AngAk - 8:22pm on 10/08/09

My Mom's recipe was a crumb/streusel topped pie. I can try to find the recipe. it turned out very - AngAk - 8:25pm on 10/08/09
AngAk, Thank you I was wondering about the bags as today brown bags are made from recycled [LINK] - GayR - 8:29pm on 10/08/09

we had several fires in the oven---and I always thought the baked bag smelled yukky. the cookin' - AngAk - 12:55am on 10/09/09

16406. ISO: Sarah in Charleston...are you still making the Artisan Bread in 5 Minutes? - Dawn_MO - 8:20pm on 10/08/09 (3)

Hey Dawn_MO, Not over the summer, too much sailing to do but - Sarah in Charleston - 1:49pm on 10/10/09

We have 36 degrees today...yuck! - Dawn_MO - 9:59pm on 10/10/09

Dawn, our family really likes the pizza dough from the book. [NT] - AngAk - 6:57pm on 10/13/09

16407. Has anyone put halved garlic cloves in the water to boil potatoes? - Cindy - 11:55pm on 10/08/09 (9)

I've done it, but I think roasting the garlic makes for a better final product. Just me. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:20am on 10/09/09

I've done it, too and I agree with Curious! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:23am on 10/09/09

Me three, but another way to do it, if you don't have time to roast a bulb of garlic is to gently - Pat-NoCal - 12:51am on 10/09/09

Me to the fourth. My MIL would toss raw garlic in her mash potato water and it was always bitter. - MarilynFL - 1:10am on 10/09/09
I think Pat-NoCal's idea would have been the best way to go, - Cindy - 3:21am on 10/09/09

I've been doing it forever ... but I agree other methods are better if you want a depth of flavour. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 1:03am on 10/09/09
I saute chopped garlic in the butter I'm going to add to the mashed potatoes in the microwave. [NT] - Elenor - 2:09am on 10/09/09

Oh, and I like to add a couple of bay leaves to the water when I boil potatoes. [NT] - Elenor - 2:15am on 10/09/09

My Czech in-laws always boil potatoes with a small handful of caraway seeds. Not sure what it does.. - ErininNY - 11:42am on 10/09/09

16408. Wouldn't you say that "espresso diluted with water" is just "coffee"? What am I - DawnNYS - 4:21am on 10/09/09 (13)

The method of espresso vs. drip coffee produce different brews. Espresso is less acidic... - Sandi in Hawaii - 4:43am on 10/09/09

I made a mistake. The young girl at the Starbucks kiosk told me "It's espresso made with water" to - DawnNYS - 2:41pm on 10/10/09

They're correct. In Italy, an Americano is just that -- espresso with hot water added. It's easier [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 12:57pm on 10/09/09

Thanks for posting this link, Shaun. Did you read the part about steamed WATER?? - Sandi in Hawaii - 3:45pm on 10/10/09

Beans meant for espresso are roasted to a much darker extent which changes the flavor and removes... - charlie - 2:21pm on 10/09/09

Removes Caffeine? I did not know that! Learn something new everyday. While I knew expresso was - barb_b - 6:45pm on 10/09/09

barb--I have been informed that I was incorrect in saying that the longer roasting time... - charlie - 6:52pm on 10/09/09

It isn't a myth. The longer beans are roasted, the more moisture evaporates from them, taking some - Shaun in TO - 7:42pm on 10/09/09

Espresso also has less caffeine because... - Michael in Sarasota - 10:35pm on 10/09/09

I became a bit more educated on the subject and found that in the north of Italy... - charlie - 11:00pm on 10/09/09

Robusta beans have about 2x as much caffeine as Arabica beans... [NT] - ErininNY - 11:35pm on 10/09/09

That's another fact that I found----robusta are the cheaper beans that are mostly used in mass.. - charlie - 12:09am on 10/10/09

True. There's more in this earlier thread. [NT] [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 11:28am on 10/10/09

16409. REC: Warm Caramel Apple Cake... got this in my email today -- looks yummy! [LINK] - cheezz - 5:42am on 10/09/09 (0)

16410. rec'd a pkg of dried mango from Hawaii- can I use it like other dried fruits? Reconstitute? Recipes? [NT] - cheezz - 6:17am on 10/09/09 (18)

I never did anything with them besides eat them out of hand. - Sandi in Hawaii - 7:34am on 10/09/09

never heard of li hing powder! [NT] - cheezz - 11:36pm on 10/09/09

Check these out: [NT] - Meryl - 7:53am on 10/09/09

Double ginger mango shortbread [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:54am on 10/09/09

This sounds amazing. Maybe as biscotti, too... [NT] - ErininNY - 11:45am on 10/09/09

Sweet onion mango chutney [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:54am on 10/09/09

Tropical chicken couscous [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:55am on 10/09/09

Turmeric orange ginger infused rice [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:55am on 10/09/09

Meryl! Thank you for all the recipes... I have my eye on the chutney and couscous. [NT] - cheezz - 11:38pm on 10/09/09

You're welcome! [NT] - Meryl - 12:12am on 10/10/09

They're good in scones...almost like dried apricot. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:57pm on 10/09/09

Oh! I am making the Cook's Illustrated scones from this month's issue tomorrow! - cheezz - 11:37pm on 10/09/09

not scones.... shortbread.... egads. ANYWAY - the shortbread turned out VERY yummy - cheezz - 11:18pm on 10/10/09

REC: Best Shortbread from CI - cheezz - 11:20pm on 10/10/09

How did you like these? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 5:22pm on 10/12/09

Really, I'd have to taste them side by side with my recipe, but they were quite good. - cheezz - 8:07pm on 10/12/09

interesting recipe---and I love the method of using the springform "collar" to shape, then loosen - AngAk - 7:01pm on 10/13/09

Yes, that was something new! Next time I would use a 9" or 8-1/2" pan -- the 9-1/2" - cheezz - 3:09am on 10/14/09

16411. Please help with the math! I want to make this REC: Gingerbread Cake [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 1:07pm on 10/09/09 (14)

Barbara, half way down is a chart that should help with the conversion. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 1:59pm on 10/09/09
Barbara, I would measure the volume of the pan with water. I just filled my 8" cake pan with water - Joe - 2:07pm on 10/09/09
LOL at 0.00!! Richard is surely amazing. [NT] - AngAk - 5:22pm on 10/09/09
I love this perfect gingerbread. Only made it in a bundt though. NT [NT] - Ann - 10:17pm on 10/09/09

How did that turn out, Ann? I'm thinking of making this for the bake sale and - DawnNYS - 7:14pm on 10/10/09

Deep color, moist and gets better with age, though ours never sits around too long. I omitted - Ann - 12:12am on 10/11/09
I should've mentioned I bake a little lower than 350�.. more like 345� and set my timer for 50 min - Ann - 12:19am on 10/11/09

Try it with the cardamom - it's an amazing little spice. If you need some, PM me your address... - cheezz - 2:14am on 10/12/09

Michael and Joe, thanks so much for the help. Jow, how very clever of you to - Barbara in VA - 6:46pm on 10/10/09

Ahm, excuse me, JOE that is! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 6:47pm on 10/10/09

Glad it worked. I'm sure I read it somewhere. My own brain never comes up with anything simple [NT] - Joe - 9:20pm on 10/12/09

I have a very simple method for figuring out the conversion process. - CynUpstateNY - 11:37pm on 10/10/09

Oh hahahah! [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:39pm on 10/11/09
I like that - simple, straight-forward! We should put it in Kitchen Tips :) [NT] - cheezz - 2:15am on 10/12/09

16412. Does anyone have "Country Breads of the World" by Linda Collister? If so, I'd like to know - Shaun in TO - 7:49pm on 10/09/09 (3)

I went to Amazon and used the look inside feature to read the recipe on page 57 and about [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:11pm on 10/09/09

Thanks, Curious! Yesterday it wouldn't let me see anything inside the book, but today I can. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 4:49pm on 10/10/09

Happy to help. If I spend too much time in any book, I usually get kicked off. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:47pm on 10/11/09

16413. I had a tree trimming party - anyone want some bay leaves? - Tess - 9:55pm on 10/09/09 (1)

Tess, check your PM's! [NT] - Meryl - 10:28pm on 10/09/09

16414. Shaun in TO, I made the Concord Grape Sorbet,it was delicious and so pretty! [LINK] - Cindy - 10:57pm on 10/09/09 (1)

Great! Did you use Concords? I used Coronation -- less of a "grape jelly" flavor. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 8:04pm on 10/12/09

16415. Ang, did you ever make your apple jelly from the apples on your tree? - DawnNYS - 1:09am on 10/10/09 (1)

sadly, I had no apples this year. Not sure why. I think the dreadful summer last year affected the - AngAk - 7:09pm on 10/13/09

16416. Quick help needed please - a couple of my jars that I'm processing - DawnNYS - 1:14am on 10/10/09 (4)

Now, after I took them out, they all popped down on the way to the counter! - DawnNYS - 1:46am on 10/10/09

Hasn't this ever happened to anyone else? - DawnNYS - 7:12pm on 10/10/09

Don't reprocess, Dawn. I think it may be the air being forced out. I've noticed it - CynUpstateNY - 11:36pm on 10/10/09

Yes, thought maybe so. It just looked wierd ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:01am on 10/11/09

16417. High Fructose Corn Syrup... - Sandra in New York - 1:38am on 10/10/09 (10)

I do avoid HFCS - Heather_in_SF - 6:06am on 10/10/09
We try. We noticed that when we eat or drink anything with HFCS - desertjean - 12:21pm on 10/10/09
I used to avoid them lake the plague, because I associated them with terrible migranes. Now I try to - PatBastrop - 2:15pm on 10/10/09
We try to avoid it when possible - I buy organic ketchup because my son eats is almost - LisainLA - 10:36pm on 10/10/09

I assume you buy great pretzels at TJ's (she says sarcastically :), but, Newman's Own [LINK] - Meryl - 10:45pm on 10/10/09

P.S. Yes, I'm bitter, but very happy you are my TJ angel! [NT] - Meryl - 10:46pm on 10/10/09

LOL!! (((TJs-bitter Meryl))) [NT] - LisainLA - 10:57pm on 10/10/09

I avoid it, but only because I avoid sugars in general. HFCS is no worse than table sugar. [NT] [LINK] - Scott in Scottsdale - 4:06am on 10/11/09

Thanks for the article. I like her tip about putting a piece of frozen fruit in your water to - Dawn_MO - 10:48am on 10/11/09

Thanks all for your responses... - Sandra in New York - 10:06pm on 10/11/09

16418. Check out this page on hard boiled eggs! [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 4:44am on 10/10/09 (11)

Loved the article, thanks Sandi! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:14pm on 10/10/09
Marilyn, is that YOU?! [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:28pm on 10/10/09
Cool Info, but I found in the hard boiled egg recipe that - Kendall - 4:46pm on 10/10/09

10 minutes? Isn't that a little underdone? Like the bowl idea though - I just use cold water. [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:09pm on 10/10/09
I bring to boil, remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes before the cold water. - cheezz - 11:26pm on 10/10/09

Me too. Sitting here on a Saturday night reading about egg yolks! lol Really, only 10 - DawnNYS - 11:57pm on 10/10/09

Me, too. I've been thinking about this all day and wondering if I'm the only one who thinks the - Curious1 - 1:14am on 10/11/09
My 10-min. trick works perfectly, but if yours is working, no reason to change! - cheezz - 2:16am on 10/12/09

And you stir the water with the eggs in them? I'm having a brainlock. That's a great tip! [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:58pm on 10/10/09

Yes, eggs in cold water, turn on heat, and when it begins to steam, just move them around gently - cheezz - 2:18am on 10/12/09

Cheezz, that's how I do it, probably about 12 min. My comment was for pics in linked article. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:08pm on 10/12/09

16419. Music City Missy, I made your Zucchini Faux Crab Cakes tonite - yum! [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 6:29am on 10/10/09 (0)

16420. Last night Raos Lemon Chicken...if you like lemon and garlic... - suz - 1:28pm on 10/10/09 (2)

I love lemon and garlic. Did you really broil for 30 minutes? - emtd - 2:13pm on 10/10/09

Yes, my chicken was 3#'s... - suz - 3:20pm on 10/10/09