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

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

16087. ISO charlie - Have you ever made Catherine Scorsese's Sicilian Cake? I need something - GayR - 1:07pm on 09/05/09 (2)

Many moons ago--I do remember liking it a lot. Love pineapple and cheese [NT] - charlie - 9:39pm on 09/05/09

Thanks, charlie! [NT] - GayR - 9:53pm on 09/05/09

16088. What would *you* do with a 2.5# Filet Mignon Roast? - LisainLA - 4:31pm on 09/05/09 (24)

eat it? [NT] - rvb - 5:16pm on 09/05/09
for some reason I was thinking about this recipe this morning--coffee rubbed filet - Nan - 5:21pm on 09/05/09
I have made epi's recipe with bacon ...YUM!! What a treat! I use it for our annual christmas eve - barb_b - 6:11pm on 09/05/09

Hi barb, is the bacon one the same as Pat posted below? - LisainLA - 6:28am on 09/06/09

That's the one!! It really is good! I have made it twice for special occasions. [NT] - barb_b - 11:03am on 09/06/09
I am search challenged on our other site. It was nlb's elegant beef stroganoff. If anyone can help - barb_b - 11:06am on 09/06/09

I'll find it barb, thanks for the tip! [NT] - LisainLA - 4:53pm on 09/06/09

Here it is>>>nlb's Beef Stroganoff [LINK] - LisainLA - 5:00pm on 09/06/09

That's it! Thanks for tracking it down! [NT] - barb_b - 12:01pm on 09/07/09

barb, it's also posted here in T&T Beef. [NT] - AngAk - 9:33pm on 09/08/09

Thanks Ang. I forgot that search doesn't default to all posts on FK. [NT] - barb_b - 1:37pm on 09/09/09

Rec: Herb and Garlic-Crusted Beef Tenderloin....made this a while back, very good. [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 6:17pm on 09/05/09
This Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Shallots, Bacon and Port has been on my to-try list for a while. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 6:20pm on 09/05/09

I love this. Made several times and folks nearly lick the sauce off the plate. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:10pm on 09/05/09
Love this one also!! Lovely dish! [NT] - barb_b - 11:07am on 09/06/09

You could cut them into individual steaks. Look at all the [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 6:23pm on 09/05/09
Here's a recipe I saw prepared on a TV show. Looks good. - Sylvia - 9:26pm on 09/05/09

Sorry about how the recipe is formatted. I just did a copy and paste and that's how it translated. [NT] - Sylvia - 9:27pm on 09/05/09

Let's try again: Beef Tenderoloin & Gumbo - Sylvia - 9:48pm on 09/05/09

This sounds really unusual and tasty, Sylvia. Thanks, I'm definitely going to try this. [NT] - LisainLA - 6:27am on 09/06/09

This recipe will wow your guests...it is tried and true and fabulous - KarenNoCA - 11:30pm on 09/05/09
BBQ.... - Sandra in New York - 1:39am on 09/06/09
Thanks everyone, these all look really great! [NT] - LisainLA - 6:31am on 09/06/09
Thanks everyone, I ended up making the one with Roasted Shallots, Bacon and Port - Wow! [LINK] - LisainLA - 4:35pm on 09/13/09

16089. These are really great - REC: Fish Tacos [LINK] - LisainLA - 4:58pm on 09/05/09 (3)

Peanut oil--I wonder why... [NT] - ErininNY - 6:21pm on 09/05/09
I think it may be added to give a smoother finish. It is a pureed sauce, so a little oil... - Michael in Phoenix - 9:00pm on 09/05/09

I just thought peanut oil was an odd choice, vs a Spanish olive oil or canola. [NT] - LisainLA - 6:26am on 09/06/09

16090. ISO Steve...How did your hot pepper Tabasco sauce turn out?? I was thinking of making it with some - barb_b - 6:05pm on 09/05/09 (3)

Turned out kind of "meh". Color & heat are ok but tastes pretty vinegary. Gotta play w/ the recipe. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:04am on 09/06/09

Thanks, I will be perusing this link for variations. [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 11:16am on 09/06/09

Here is one from rvb. REC: Death and Disfiguration Hot Sauce - Dawn_MO - 12:21pm on 09/06/09

16091. Saturday Six [LINK] - ErininNY - 6:19pm on 09/05/09 (28)

Saturday Six - Dawn_MO - 7:13pm on 09/05/09

heehee... a case of "the cure is worse than the bark"... the penny can never worked for my pup :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:50pm on 09/05/09

Oh, and I found quite by accident that when I eat too many carbs it makes my joints hurt! [NT] - cheezz - 7:50pm on 09/05/09

This is pretty much what I am doing. [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 10:49pm on 09/05/09

I'm surprised to see that lean meats are higher/more sparse on the pyramid than - DawnNYS - 4:25am on 09/06/09

I know. - Dawn_MO - 11:03am on 09/06/09

surprised to see pasta there, though.... too many carbs! [NT] - cheezz - 4:07pm on 09/06/09

It's only 2-3 times a week, 1/2 cup cooked. - Dawn_MO - 4:28pm on 09/06/09

I am on Monic too! I swear we are living parallel lives! lol - DawnNYS - 8:02pm on 09/06/09

That would be Mobic [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:03pm on 09/06/09

Right back at you! - Dawn_MO - 10:05pm on 09/06/09

oh good! I'm glad to see I'm on the "pyramid plan" :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:06pm on 09/06/09

my Saturday Six - cheezz - 7:52pm on 09/05/09

Saturday Six - PatBastrop - 8:12pm on 09/05/09
That second cup of coffee is sometimes better than the first, no? ;) [NT] - ErininNY - 10:36pm on 09/05/09

Yes! By then I'm awake enough to enjoy it :) Oh, and Pat, the Blue Bell and cake.... YUM! [NT] - cheezz - 4:09pm on 09/06/09

Don't ya just love Monk?! [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:09pm on 09/06/09

Saturday Six - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:41pm on 09/05/09

My Caterday Six - MariaDNoCA - 10:10pm on 09/05/09

Maria, thanks for posting abou ttha ice cream, it's on my to try list! [NT] - LisainLA - 4:44pm on 09/06/09

The ice cream was a bit hit -- folks and kids alike going back for 3rds. - MariaDNoCA - 8:30am on 09/07/09

Amanda, I love the chicken casserole, one of the few I did enjoy my Mom making - LisainLA - 4:44pm on 09/06/09

I like it, too. So easy. True comfort food. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:52pm on 09/06/09

Your peach sparkle pie sounds good! Cute name. [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:10pm on 09/06/09

But it won't gell! It's in the fridge and it won't gell. Ack. I don't know what to do. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:55pm on 09/07/09

can you 'pour' out the liquid? mix with a little cornstarch, bring to simmer until thickened - cheezz - 7:09pm on 09/07/09

My weekend six - DawnNYS - 4:11am on 09/06/09

Have fun! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:05am on 09/06/09

16092. Rec: Turkish Coffee Creams [IMAGE] - Pat-NoCal - 6:41pm on 09/05/09 (18)

mmmm... I can just smell them!!! cardamom.... heavenly! [NT] - cheezz - 7:45pm on 09/05/09
sooo...would this be the same evening that your friends "conveniently" offered to paint your entire - MarilynFL - 8:30pm on 09/06/09

Pretty much! And they still lhaven't slept...LOL. (just kidding about that). [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:43pm on 09/06/09

Pat! I've got that cookbook on the way! *Dreamy photos* What else did your cookbook group - Traca - 12:43am on 09/07/09

We had.... - Pat-NoCal - 1:54am on 09/07/09

{{{drool}}} .... what did you stuff the apricots with? were these dried apricots?? [NT] - cheezz - 5:38am on 09/07/09

I was able to find the recipe online but it's [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:04am on 09/08/09

Found it in US measurements, hope you can read it. If not, let me know and I'll type it for you [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:06am on 09/08/09
Got it!! Thanks SO much - wow, they look amazing... all they need is a little dip in chocolate *g* [NT] - cheezz - 12:33am on 09/09/09

The whole book looked amazing, as a matter of fact. Have you made other recipes from it? [NT] - cheezz - 12:34am on 09/09/09

My contribution for cookbook club evening was the turkish coffee cream recipe but - Pat-NoCal - 12:38am on 09/09/09

REC: Sticky Apricots Stuffed with Clotted Cream - cheezz - 12:42am on 09/09/09

oh, and I lust after that camel teapot!!! [NT] - cheezz - 12:53am on 09/09/09

Yes, I think you need that. Then you can host a Turkish tea party. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:03pm on 09/09/09

Hey, look what I found for you. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 2:05pm on 09/09/09

Target has one too. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 2:06pm on 09/09/09

HA! As cute as that is, it just isn't that metal, squashed-looking camel-look. Thanks tho! [NT] - cheezz - 5:47pm on 09/09/09

SCORE! Your timing is perfect. My book arrived yesterday.... - Traca - 2:09am on 09/10/09

16093. Rec: Caramelized Rice Pudding [IMAGE] - Pat-NoCal - 6:49pm on 09/05/09 (9)

***swoon*** [NT] - ErininNY - 6:53pm on 09/05/09

"ditto" [NT] - joanietoo - 7:34pm on 09/05/09

triple swoon - these look tdf [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:30pm on 09/05/09

add a little cardamom and you can call it Kheer Brulee :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:47pm on 09/05/09

Coincidence: Had a little cooked arborio and some milk to use up so made bruleed rice pudding - aajay - 2:16pm on 09/06/09

try it in cookies instead of cinnamon [NT] - cheezz - 4:11pm on 09/06/09

Oh dear. Another pirnt cartridge dies. I'm confused about the starch though... - MarilynFL - 7:15pm on 09/06/09

I've used basmati, and it worked fine. Did require looooooooong soaking and cooking, though. [NT] - ErininNY - 4:13am on 09/07/09

I use basmati almost exclusively and haven't found any difference in cooking time... [NT] - cheezz - 5:39am on 09/07/09

16094. Is anyone else feeling blah about Labor Day? What is everyone making? - Dawn_MO - 7:18pm on 09/05/09 (22)

Going to BBQ tomorrow, I got dessert... - MariaDNoCA - 10:17pm on 09/05/09

Our youngest son's in-laws are in town with their RV and we are having them for dinner tonight - KarenNoCA - 10:50pm on 09/05/09

lucky folks! [NT] - Janet in NC - 12:01am on 09/06/09

Not feeling blah, just can't believe it's the end of the summer... - suz - 10:56pm on 09/05/09

"Summer" is a state of mind. Live it until people start to talk. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:54am on 09/07/09

Not planning on any cooking extravaganza... - judy-mass - 11:15pm on 09/05/09
I'm with suz - feeling blah. DH's been sick all week, DD had reaction to her meds - Music City Missy - 12:14am on 09/06/09
From my experience, the best cure for the blahs is to get choppin' & cooking! I'm not - FloriSandy - 12:53am on 09/06/09
We are going to inl-laws' for a backyard picnic and I'm taking a - DawnNYS - 3:40am on 09/06/09

I never associated brownies with Labor Day - hmm, sounds like a nice - DawnNYS - 7:59pm on 09/06/09

Definitely blah city here. (((Dawn))) [NT] - LisainLA - 6:36am on 09/06/09

(((Lisa))) I am getting better since I know I have to. :P [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:08am on 09/06/09

Going to a neighbors; bringing Caesar Salad and a veggie platter [NT] - barb_b - 10:50am on 09/06/09
bbq'd brisket, but due to low energy i'll do it in the oven with liquid smoke. - rvb - 12:59pm on 09/06/09
A friend said "Come by if you feel like it," not much enthusiams there. I'll bring salad. Yawn. [NT] - Joe - 2:42pm on 09/06/09

:-D [NT] - LisainLA - 5:00pm on 09/06/09

Not planning anything...I might make a pie. Perhaps we'll grill hamburgers for dinner. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:25pm on 09/06/09
I hear you, Dawn... I have grill and energy envy of everyone. ;) - ErininNY - 5:32pm on 09/06/09

Awww...I hope you are feeling better soon. - Dawn_MO - 10:04pm on 09/06/09

Thanks, Dawn. :) And, hey, with in-laws arriving with gin, things can't be all bad, right? :))) [NT] - ErininNY - 1:46pm on 09/07/09

Just the two of us - Earnie - 11:59pm on 09/06/09

Yum....my kind of food....fresh, simple, straight forward and in season! You did good! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:02am on 09/07/09

16095. NFRC Anyone here from Brevard County, Florida? - ErininNY - 7:36pm on 09/05/09 (5)

I don't live there, however I can offer a few suggestions... - KarenNoCA - 10:43pm on 09/05/09

Thanks, Karen; great ideas. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 5:20pm on 09/06/09

I'm in the next county north of her, Volusia. What age are the girls? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:07pm on 09/06/09

I think the girls are 10 and 12, maybe, though they're home-schooled, as far as I know. - ErininNY - 5:20pm on 09/06/09

I've never been into FB...but I can PM you - MarilynFL - 7:08pm on 09/06/09

16096. Elaine, you za'atar just the made a terrific roast chicken! - Sandra in New York - 1:47am on 09/06/09 (7)

So glad you are enjoying it. Don't forget to try it with pita and butter. [NT] - elaine - 5:36am on 09/06/09
"hoo-ha"....hahahahahaha. Thanks San for such a hearty laugh! [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:19pm on 09/06/09

Coming from Sandra, that one made me laugh out loud as well. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:38pm on 09/06/09

Really? You must have caught me on a good day Pat!! [NT] - Sandra in New York - 10:38pm on 09/06/09

I got a good chuckle out of - Sylvia - 12:49am on 09/07/09

What is za'atar [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:49pm on 09/06/09

Za'atar is a Middle Eastern spice blend. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 12:48am on 09/07/09

16097. The chocolate hazelnut torte was very good. - emtd - 3:24pm on 09/06/09 (1)

That's great, B! Life would be too cruel if anything with chocolate and hazelnut turned out bad. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:18pm on 09/06/09

16098. This Deep Dark Chocolate Cheesecake just came on my radar. Wish I had a leetle sliver in front of me [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 9:41pm on 09/06/09 (7)

I don't even like dark chocolate and that one sounds delish! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 10:12pm on 09/06/09
Tooo funny...I haven't had cheesecake in about 4 years and that's all I've looked at today is cheese - Marsha tbay - 10:38pm on 09/06/09

how serendipitous....sounds like a must-try indeed! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:58am on 09/07/09

Must try this one - Earnie - 11:54pm on 09/06/09

If you get to it before we do please post your results, Earnie. Hey, do you - Pat-NoCal - 1:59am on 09/07/09

Every Christmas & New Year's - Earnie - 3:36am on 09/07/09

Awesome! I'm envious. We've been to Maui a few times at Thanksgiving and Christmas and it's just - Pat-NoCal - 12:28am on 09/08/09

16099. New Favorite Zucchini Bread [LINK] - Earnie - 11:51pm on 09/06/09 (18)

Mmmmm, sounds delicious. Will give it a try. I like that it uses less oil than other recipes - Pat-NoCal - 2:01am on 09/07/09
Maple and dates - Earnie - 3:44am on 09/07/09
Thanks Earnie! Now I have FOUR zucchini bread recipes to make when it cools off here :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:45am on 09/07/09

Does it have a strong maple taste? [NT] - cheezz - 5:46am on 09/07/09

Light maple taste - Earnie - 7:41pm on 09/07/09

Sounds good - I just didn't want to stir a craving for a stack of pancakes :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:55am on 09/09/09

Jane, I made a jam, using Ang's zucchini jam rec as a guide; used fresh blueberries as the base and - barb_b - 1:34pm on 09/09/09

Zucchini jam?! I'll have to go look that up.... thanks [NT] - cheezz - 5:45pm on 09/09/09

Found it! Ang -- can you water-bath this? I'd like to keep them for Christmas gifts. [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 5:51pm on 09/09/09

yes. It has plenty of lemon juice for some added acid. My mom always made a bunch of these for - AngAk - 5:55pm on 09/09/09

It is like a marmalade isn't it?? always surprises the heck out of people when you tell them it has - AngAk - 5:53pm on 09/09/09

i have an irrational fear and loathing of anything Jello,(more) - daricem - 8:54pm on 09/09/09

the jello just lets it set up and adds the flavor. you could try using pectin, - AngAk - 10:21pm on 09/09/09
We really enjoyed it. I have made it two different ways. (Big Zucchini!) One following Ang's rec - barb_b - 12:11am on 09/10/09

barb, how long do you cook the zucchini and sugar? [NT] - cheezz - 3:51am on 09/10/09

HI Jane, I cooked them for about 1/2 hour. I wanted them to have texture, not be mushy but not be - barb_b - 1:57pm on 09/11/09

Thanks - that's just what I was figuring :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:28pm on 09/11/09

I'm so glad you're having fun with it. I'm making some this weekend. - AngAk - 5:23pm on 09/10/09

16100. Sunday Six - Luisa_Calif - 4:13am on 09/07/09 (8)

Sounds like a very fun and industrious Sunday Luisa! [NT] - FloriSandy - 5:19am on 09/07/09

I might add... delicious Sunday [NT] - FloriSandy - 5:22am on 09/07/09

Cool and busy time....how did the Chicken Tinga turn out? [NT] - joanietoo - 6:25pm on 09/07/09

Much better the second night (doncha know it !) i reduced the remaining sauce and then - Luisa_Calif - 2:34am on 09/08/09

Heyyyyyyy, - Pat-NoCal - 1:44am on 09/08/09

Heyyyyyy...just wadeaminute....are we talking about the recipe for - orchid - 2:57am on 09/08/09

REC: Chicken Tinga - Luisa_Calif - 4:05am on 09/08/09

Thanks Luisa, that sounds great and my first thought was a filling for tamales. Yum! [NT] - orchid - 2:18pm on 09/08/09

16101. NFRC What's the weather like on this Labor Day where you are? Seventy-five - DawnNYS - 4:16am on 09/07/09 (22)

cool here...84 [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:34am on 09/07/09
Warm and muggy, even at almost midnight. It will be in the 90's tomorrow. Have a great day - PatBastrop - 4:34am on 09/07/09
It is supposed to be 80 and it looks like partly cloudy, low humidity. - Dawn_MO - 10:23am on 09/07/09
I agree--lovely and cool here. :) Trying not to think abt how hot and muggy it was when we moved - ErininNY - 1:48pm on 09/07/09
We're having our first cool morning of the season. It's such a welcome change after the hear - Joe - 2:36pm on 09/07/09

YAH!! SO nice to look out this morning at fluffy white clouds... ahhhhhh [NT] - cheezz - 7:11pm on 09/07/09

LA (Lower Alabama) Current Conditions: 80 degrees, humid, partly cloudy, 60% rain chance. [NT] - Marianne - 3:06pm on 09/07/09
Here's actual footage: NSB webcam...currently 83 and muggy. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:21pm on 09/07/09

That's really cool! we're 85 and muggy. - Lana in FL - 4:48pm on 09/07/09
People get to park their cars on the actual beach? - MariaDNoCA - 8:18pm on 09/07/09

Yep...you can literally get run over by a car on the beach. It's been that way forever [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:22pm on 09/07/09

Neat picture! Cars were always on the beach on Padre Island, Tx, too. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:41pm on 09/08/09

Cloudy, humid, 50% chance of rain 77 degrees. Booooo. [NT] - Tessie in Cincy - 4:21pm on 09/07/09
Tennessee - Earnie - 7:45pm on 09/07/09
southeast alaska, 60, overcast ,breezy. rain forecast for rest of week. [NT] - Nan - 8:02pm on 09/07/09
Cool and breezy 67. but this is the Bay Area drive 20 mins and ur in a different climate. - MariaDNoCA - 8:27pm on 09/07/09

I'm about 55 miles from Maria and it was 90 degrees here a bit ago. Picked grapes [IMAGE] - Pat-NoCal - 12:30am on 09/08/09

You're even dressed in "grape colors" !!! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 2:31am on 09/08/09
where's the picture of you stomping on them?? [NT] - AngAk - 2:43am on 09/09/09

Wish we could've done that...would've been fun. Maybe...LOL [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:31pm on 09/09/09

Beautiful Picture! I haven't been to Calif in years...Loved wine country and Mendocino. Looks like - barb_b - 1:29pm on 09/09/09

It was in the 70's and cloudy at the Jersey Shore - Sandra in New York - 1:17am on 09/08/09

16102. Thinking of Soup - Marjorie Druker - New England Soup Factory - both of these sound good! [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:27am on 09/07/09 (5)

Thanks Gay! One of my friends in San Diego sends me the Edible San Diego. - Dawn_MO - 12:35pm on 09/07/09

Dawn, My pleasure and here is the link for Edible Communications on line - Great Recipes [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 2:06pm on 09/07/09

Gay, I took that book from the library 3 or 4 times last year. Me thinks it needs to be purchased - Pat-NoCal - 12:33am on 09/08/09

Not a bad idea, coming from a cookbook addict. [NT] - GayR - 2:58am on 09/08/09

Great foodie minds think alike. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:12am on 09/08/09

16103. Anthony Bourdain's No Res. show on NYC boroughs eats airs tonight (Mon) on the Travel (?) Channel! - ErininNY - 2:27pm on 09/07/09 (0)

16104. Made the Roadside Mexican Chicken with Green Onions last night from Marsha. Family thought it... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:42pm on 09/07/09 (4)

Thanks for review and suggested tweaks. It's in my "make soon" pile! [NT] - Nan - 5:25pm on 09/07/09
how about brining it first, rinsing, then proceeding with the rub? would that help the flavor? [NT] - cheezz - 7:14pm on 09/07/09

The wet rub is strong. I used a hotter ground chile pepper and the vinegar... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:44am on 09/08/09

Something you might consider doing is puting slits in the chicken.. - suz - 12:47pm on 09/08/09

16105. Eggplant Lasagna help and questions. - Elenor - 3:44pm on 09/07/09 (4)

I don't know but I buy frozen eggplant parm from TJ's all the time and it is good, a little softer t - Janet in NC - 4:31pm on 09/07/09
I think it will freeze pretty well - Music City Missy - 5:36pm on 09/07/09

good tip! that would speed up the process as the eggplant takes longest to handle [NT] - cheezz - 7:15pm on 09/07/09

Thanks everyone. I'll pass this on to DD [NT] - Elenor - 3:12am on 09/08/09

16106. What to do with lemon pepper pasta? - Kathleen - 4:40pm on 09/07/09 (4)

I just toss with some good olive oil. no farmer's market here. get it from Sysco at work.good stuff! [NT] - Nan - 5:21pm on 09/07/09
Here are a couple suggestions- T&T Pasta with Scallops, Alfredo - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:22pm on 09/07/09
Even for regular pasta, I coarse chop some fresh tomato and garlic. Then heat my skillet and - cheezz - 7:18pm on 09/07/09
Great ideas. Thanks for all the recipes [NT] - Kathleen - 5:43pm on 09/08/09

16107. Please try these someone and let me know...2'ce baked sweet potato souffles.... - joanietoo - 6:20pm on 09/07/09 (2)

Coriander chutney... now that sounds interesting, although I'm not one for - DawnNYS - 11:54pm on 09/09/09

The chutney is one that I love..... - joanietoo - 3:28pm on 09/10/09

16108. I made a new salad for us today based the salad at the link. Here's what we had [LINK] - Marsha tbay - 7:00pm on 09/07/09 (0)

16109. I just just give it up and admit that I cannot make pies. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:09pm on 09/07/09 (18)

Amanda, see my comment above at >>> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 7:23pm on 09/07/09

What pie crust recipe did you use - that makes a lot of difference. Gelatin can be tricky. [NT] - cheezz - 7:24pm on 09/07/09

Make pie crust separate, roll into one large 'sheet' to fit your big cookie sheet. - cheezz - 7:28pm on 09/07/09

What a great idea! cheezz, I definitely want you on "my" team!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 10:44pm on 09/07/09

awww... that's how we always did it growing up.... big chunks of pie crust with almost anything! [NT] - cheezz - 12:58am on 09/09/09

That reminds me of my home ec class - teacher didn't know squat. She had us KNEADING the dough! [NT] - cheezz - 1:01am on 09/09/09

My original crust was more like a cookie base, but it cracked... - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:56am on 09/08/09

Well, I checked it again and it's more gelled than it was. Perhaps it's just taking longer. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:53pm on 09/07/09
Chop it up, put in a greased pan, top w/ buttered bread crumbs, bake@350 until hot. It'll be great! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:07pm on 09/07/09
Well, after FIVE HOURS if finally gelled sufficiently. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:56am on 09/08/09

If your fillings don't set, try this product from KA Flour. I use it exclusively in my fruit pies. [NT] [LINK] - Steve2 in LA - 4:32am on 09/08/09

Also if you crust was "like leather" it was over mixed and too warm. Chill everything before mixing [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 4:34am on 09/08/09

Handle absolutely as little as possible, roll out on cold surface too. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 4:38am on 09/08/09

oh Amanda - poor thing!! Drop on by and we'll do one together [NT] - cheezz - 1:00am on 09/09/09

I'm on my way...! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:20pm on 09/09/09

I have three words of advice: - LisainLA - 4:44pm on 09/13/09

I hear TJ's in really good... will have to try it out :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:15pm on 09/13/09
TJ's crusts are SO good, I've stopped making my own...unless TJ's is out. Like today. Gah! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:22am on 09/14/09

16110. Ice cream thread? Have we done one of those yet? Can we start with Maria's Malted Milk ice cream? [NT] - cheezz - 7:11pm on 09/07/09 (36)

16110. Pistachio-Cardamom Ice Cream - Traca - 10:57pm on 09/12/09 (5)

Here's my contribution, recipe for Jack Daniel's Chocolate Ice Cream - Steve2 in LA - 1:34am on 09/08/09
The Depths of Chocolate Ice Cream Not T&T, but adapted recipe of Perfect Scoop by David Lebovitz [LINK] - Ann - 10:57am on 09/15/09
This is my favorite chocolate ice cream: Chocolate Ganache Ice Cream: - Meryl - 4:20pm on 09/08/09
From David Lebovitz: Vietnamese Coffee Ice Cream (thanks, Traca): - Meryl - 4:22pm on 09/08/09
The best Chocolate Gelato: [LINK] - Meryl - 4:24pm on 09/08/09
David Levoitz's Malted Milk Ice Cream [LINK] - cheezz - 1:04am on 09/09/09
Decadent Guava Lime Cheesecake Ice Cream [LINK] - cheezz - 1:05am on 09/09/09
Gianduja Gelato (thanks, Traca!) [LINK] - cheezz - 1:11am on 09/09/09
Lemon Buttermilk Sherbert from Traca [LINK] - cheezz - 1:12am on 09/09/09
Chunky Ginger Ice Cream [LINK] - cheezz - 1:13am on 09/09/09
Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream (Traca) - cheezz - 1:15am on 09/09/09
Alice Medrich's Bittersweet Chocolate Ice Cream [LINK] - cheezz - 1:43am on 09/09/09
Pineapple Sorbet from Michael "in Sarasota" [LINK] - cheezz - 1:44am on 09/09/09

Banana Chocolate Chip Ice Cream from "OrigCyn" [LINK] - cheezz - 1:45am on 09/09/09

Bing Cherry, Chocolate Chip, Walnut Ice Cream from Richard in Cincy [LINK] - cheezz - 1:47am on 09/09/09
Rum Ice Cream from Traca [LINK] - cheezz - 1:47am on 09/09/09
Cherry Sherbert, from Traca [LINK] - cheezz - 1:48am on 09/09/09
Blueberry Sherbert, from Traca [LINK] - cheezz - 1:48am on 09/09/09
Aint Tee's Luscious Lemon Ice Cream, from Traca [LINK] - cheezz - 1:50am on 09/09/09
Caramel Chocolate Pecan Ice Cream from: Barefoot Contessa (posted by Ann) [LINK] - cheezz - 1:51am on 09/09/09
Malted, Salted Caramel Ice Cream, by Traca [LINK] - cheezz - 1:54am on 09/09/09
Peanut Butter Swirl Ice Cream, by Traca [LINK] - cheezz - 1:55am on 09/09/09
Grandmother�s Lemon Custard Ice Cream by Richard Sax [LINK] - Ann - 9:02am on 09/09/09
Rec: Roasted Banana Ice Cream - MoNJ - 1:12pm on 09/09/09
Chez Panisse Desserts: Cinnamon Apple Ice Cream [LINK] - Ann - 10:49pm on 09/09/09
Rec: Dulce de Leche Ice Cream [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:58am on 09/10/09
Coffee Granita with Sambuca Cream and Chocolate Shavings [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 3:03pm on 09/10/09
Calvados Sorbet [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 3:05pm on 09/10/09
Strawberry Sorbet from the River Caf� [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 3:08pm on 09/10/09
Coconut Ice Cream - Shaun in TO - 3:09pm on 09/10/09
Strawberry Mascarpone Ice Cream - MariaDNoCA - 8:39am on 09/11/09
Chocolate-Peanut Butter Ice Cream - Traca - 10:54pm on 09/12/09

Pumpkin Ice Cream - Traca - 10:59pm on 09/12/09
Chez Panisse Rum Ice Cream - Traca - 9:15pm on 09/15/09
Vietnamese Coffee Ice Cream - Traca - 9:17pm on 09/15/09

16111. Made this Steak au Poivre last night--to die for! [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:12pm on 09/07/09 (0)

16112. I think I've started a trend. Even the French have caught on to cassoulet. [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 9:52pm on 09/07/09 (2)

Let's go one year! Sounds like a great time. I'm craving a cassoulet - Music City Missy - 12:02am on 09/08/09

I remember you did it with the flu--beyond the call of duty. Your next one will be easier and it - Joe - 5:22pm on 09/08/09

16113. For those of you considering a "body-art" homage to cuisine, think twice! [NT] [LINK] - Steve2 in LA - 10:39pm on 09/07/09 (4)

I hate tatoos but I have to admit the pig butcher's chart was cool [NT] - Music City Missy - 11:54pm on 09/07/09

I don't mind tatoos, but, most of those are not very well done? my opinion. [NT] - Nan - 3:55pm on 09/08/09

Nan, I completely agree - some looked like preschool art. - Music City Missy - 3:00am on 09/09/09

Amazing what folks will do to get attention. I don't think it is about art! - PatBastrop - 9:51pm on 09/08/09

16114. have had several tea threads--this looks good! arugula mayo. posted on FC today [NT] [LINK] - Nan - 12:28am on 09/08/09 (1)

Yum, Nan. This goes on my VERY next herbed-chicken pannini with tomatoes and fontina. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:24am on 09/08/09

16115. Just a quick post. We're leaving tomorrow morning for 2 weeks so I won't be posting. - CynUpstateNY - 12:30am on 09/08/09 (12)

Have fun. Bring back yummy food tales for us. :o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 12:31am on 09/08/09
Have fun, Cyndi, we'll miss you!!!! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 1:03am on 09/08/09
Two weeks! You are lucky! Have a great time. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 1:09am on 09/08/09
Thanks for the heads up -- in light of what's happened we are all a little overworried, I think. - PatBastrop - 2:36am on 09/08/09
Have a great trip Cyn! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:28am on 09/08/09
Cyn, Have a wonderful time!! [NT] - barb_b - 12:30pm on 09/08/09
Cyn, Enjoy! Enjoy! Enjoy! [NT] - GayR - 3:47pm on 09/08/09
Call each of us at 9:00 pm, ring twice, then hang up. We'll know you're safe. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:55pm on 09/08/09

Marilyn, you make me laugh! [NT] - Miss Lola - 12:41am on 09/09/09

Honey, if you laughed, then you've made one of those calls yourself. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:52pm on 09/09/09

Yep, sure did...but invariably someone would answer it too soon - Miss Lola - 7:07pm on 09/10/09

HAVE FUN!!!! Eat LOTS and tell us all about it (with pics!) [NT] - cheezz - 1:06am on 09/09/09

16116. I'm feeling a bit smug, and very pleased with myself tonight. I made a low fat chicken salad... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:59am on 09/08/09 (2)

Did I hear you say pat? Would love the recipe when you get it down....'pat'. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:14am on 09/08/09
Here's one DH and I like... Rec: Low Fat Chicken Salad - mboley - 9:39pm on 09/09/09

16117. ISO: Can anyone find alphabet pasta? - Dawn_MO - 11:30am on 09/08/09 (29)

I think I saw it at World Market...but that was months ago. I don't got there very often. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:52am on 09/08/09
Haven't seen it in years. Does this help? [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 11:56am on 09/08/09

Here's a bunch through Amazon....watch prices carefully! Some are insane. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:38pm on 09/08/09

I used to find them in the Hispanic section with the fideo and stars - Dawn_MO - 2:26pm on 09/08/09

Dawn, I saw them too, a few months ago, at a - Pat-NoCal - 3:45pm on 09/08/09

Thanks Pat! I could order them off Amazon, but I really don't want - Dawn_MO - 4:26pm on 09/08/09

I found alphabet pasta at Walmart in the Hispanic food section. [NT] - Charli in GA - 7:16pm on 09/08/09

I checked mine and they didn't carry it. Thanks for the heads up! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 8:07pm on 09/08/09

I find it in the grocery store Hispanic section too. where Goya products and Herdez stuff is found [NT] - AngAk - 3:12am on 09/09/09

I have looked there and none of my stores carry the alphabets. - Dawn_MO - 12:23pm on 09/09/09

I will be heading out later today and tomorrow. Will let you know if I find them. Would never have - barb_b - 3:31pm on 09/09/09

I was wondering about if it had the tilde over the "�" [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:46pm on 09/09/09

Probably World Market or Whole Foods would have it.... I'll look when I go again! [NT] - cheezz - 1:08am on 09/09/09

Thanks everyone! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:39am on 09/09/09

Dawn! I have 2 bags for you... not sure if it's the kind you want but will scan a bag... wait a sec - cheezz - 5:33pm on 09/09/09

Thanks cheezz. I sent you a PM. I still would like the plain ones if anyone can find them. - Dawn_MO - 6:45pm on 09/09/09

Dawn, the plain ones that are really small used in soups or sometimes I have seen them in childrens - barb_b - 8:38pm on 09/09/09

My local Vons carries Barillo but it's a small store and they didn't have alphabet pasta [NT] - cheezz - 10:19pm on 09/09/09

I'll check my local Ralphs and see if they have it. [NT] - cheezz - 10:20pm on 09/09/09

Meiijer used to carry it. [NT] - mboley - 9:39pm on 09/09/09

I used to find them in either Ralph's or Von's in the Hispanic sections. - Dawn_MO - 3:02am on 09/10/09

Dawn, I'll check my Ralphs tomorrow - it's a big store - thanks for the hint about the Hispanic sec. [NT] - cheezz - 3:30am on 09/10/09
Went to 2 markets this morning, no alphabet pasta. Will try one more tomorrow. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:43am on 09/10/09

Thanks so much everyone! I really appreciate your efforts. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 12:02pm on 09/10/09

Found them. But they're really teeny tiny alphabets. Was that what you were looking for? They were - Pat-NoCal - 1:00am on 09/11/09

struck out at Ralphs and Bristol Farms! Smart & Final may have it... can't check until Monday! [NT] - cheezz - 3:15am on 09/11/09
hahaha, I can't help but think of "The Amazing Race" reality show. [NT] - AngAk - 3:16am on 09/11/09
Mailed out 3 of the 7 oz pkgs this morning. Hope the work for your project. :o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:52pm on 09/11/09

I received them today Pat, thanks!!! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 10:32pm on 09/14/09

16118. Has anyone ever grilled aTurkey Breast ? - suz - 12:53pm on 09/08/09 (5)

I've cooked them on a weber kettle using indirect heat as well as on a rotisserie... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:28pm on 09/08/09

Thanks. I am going to try this on my brandy new grill. A gas Weber. [NT] - Janet in NC - 11:19pm on 09/08/09
I did it in my weber kettle as well... using med heat by slightly closing the bottom vent [NT] - suz - 2:04am on 09/09/09

We do it all the time...love them. I fill the cavity with herbs, lemons, and baste with - KarenNoCA - 11:26pm on 09/08/09

Karen, this sounds magnificent. Soy, butter, lemon and garlic. Who knew? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:17am on 09/09/09

16119. Rec: Summer Veggie Pasta - Tessie in Cincy - 2:29pm on 09/08/09 (1)

Sounds good, except does the corn taste go well with the pasta? [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:48pm on 09/09/09

16120. ISO Rice Pudding Recipe. My family recipe has basically raw/coddled eggs in it. Would like to try - barb_b - 5:01pm on 09/08/09 (13)

I love this rice pudding, it's a T&T for me. Rice Pudding Gonzo [LINK] - MoNJ - 5:23pm on 09/08/09
Richard Sax' is my favorite. I found it posted at this link. I use vanilla extract [LINK] - Joe - 7:21pm on 09/08/09

I still can't believe I donated his cookbook to the library. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:20pm on 09/08/09

!!!!! Can you ask for it back? [NT] - Joe - 7:58pm on 09/09/09

That...and Julia...and Silver Palette...and Madeleine Kamman...James Beard. It was an insane moment. - MarilynFL - 12:53am on 09/10/09

Girl, you need to spank yourself!!! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 1:04am on 09/10/09

No kidding! Or come over here and we'll do it! ;o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:42am on 09/10/09

Can you buy it back before they sell it? Or did they put it on the shelf already [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:00am on 09/10/09

I don't have the heart to go back now. It's done. Moving on. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:23pm on 09/10/09

Poor thing!! Gives you an excuse to purchase more at the library and consignment shops and.... [NT] - barb_b - 1:59pm on 09/11/09

Barb, Here is my family traditional recipe Creamy Rice Custard - GayR - 7:33pm on 09/08/09
I just bought the vanilla pods to try the rice pudding at 16093. - emtd - 11:17pm on 09/08/09
Thanks everyone! Much appreciated! I needed some inspiration! ((Poor FIL!)) [NT] - barb_b - 1:22pm on 09/09/09

16121. Chili spaghetti...any suggestions on using it? Kathleen's question reminded me, the ingredients are - Curious1 - 6:02pm on 09/08/09 (6)

Sounds wonderful! I would use it for crostini or plain dipping oil for a great crunchy bread [NT] - barb_b - 6:26pm on 09/08/09

Barb, I did a very poor job of communicating, it's pasta with those ingredients added. I'll edit. [NT] - Curious1 - 8:13pm on 09/08/09

Interesting combination of ingredients! I would add grilled chicken slices. [NT] - barb_b - 1:19pm on 09/09/09

Make a 5-way chili -- meat sauce, cheese, beans, chopped onions and parmigiano reggiano! - PatBastrop - 9:46pm on 09/08/09
Make something up- maybe an avocado cream sauce with cilantro and hunks of grilled chicken? [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:07pm on 09/08/09
Thanks, I think it would go well with chicken. I'm thinking perhaps shrimp, also. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:36pm on 09/09/09

16122. REC: Orange + Hazelnut Torta with Mascarpone Cream [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 10:31pm on 09/08/09 (4)

Hazelnum meal - Pam - 3:35pm on 09/09/09

oops, that's HazelnuT! [NT] - Pam - 3:36pm on 09/09/09

HA! I thought you meant it was really 'nummy' :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:42pm on 09/09/09

me too! I was going "num, num, yum" in my silly head. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:49pm on 09/10/09

16123. Can anyone recommend a replacement for Jura Yellow Wine? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:49pm on 09/08/09 (2)

I think you could probably use dry sherry. See this description from Wikipedia... - Steve2 in LA - 12:35am on 09/09/09

Excellent. Thank Steve. I don't think a"fortified" 1/3 C will make a difference [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:47pm on 09/09/09

16124. What's a girl to do.......with a wee bit of lemongrass..... - Barbara in VA - 11:15pm on 09/08/09 (17)

How about checking with someone at your Farmer's Market to see if they will sell some for you? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:20pm on 09/08/09
Is than Majoram I see in the picture? Mine has those little flower like things on it. as well... - KarenNoCA - 11:22pm on 09/08/09

No marjoram :( That is a globe basil that needs to have it's flowers pinched! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 4:04pm on 09/09/09

Freeze it! - judy-mass - 1:11am on 09/09/09
Wow! nice crop! Cut the stems off as low as you can. - PatBastrop - 2:40am on 09/09/09

Very cool!! How did you plant it? From seeds? I was looking for it this summer; couldn't justify - barb_b - 1:12pm on 09/09/09

barb_b, I took one that I "bought, then forgot", cut off the rotten end and shoved it in - MarilynFL - 2:14pm on 09/09/09
I've found it with the potted herbs at Home Depot. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:34pm on 09/09/09
Barb, a friend who also likes to grow hers brought me a tiny plant this spring - Barbara in VA - 4:06pm on 09/09/09

hers==herbs, oops! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 4:07pm on 09/09/09
I'm not sure about the cool weather. It's a main ingredient in Thailand - orchid - 4:46pm on 09/09/09

Barb, if you can find some fresh, just put them in water and they will root. - Dawn_MO - 6:57pm on 09/09/09

Thanks all.I never thought of rooting one myself...(New person, working hard at weed gardening,dare - barb_b - 9:45pm on 09/09/09

This was delicious at PF Changs. T&T by orchid and recipe found by Marg. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:05pm on 09/09/09

Here's another yummy use for lemongrass. One of our favorites. [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 8:01pm on 09/09/09

WOW! Thanks everyone. I am planning on harvesting in a week when I return from vaca. Do you think - Barbara in VA - 1:07pm on 09/10/09
Just be careful, in a few years, you'll have lemongrass everywhere! [NT] - Curious1 - 2:42pm on 09/11/09

16125. NFRC but need to vent-my hours at work have been cut in half - Melissa Dallas - 11:33pm on 09/08/09 (36)

((Melissa)) If misery loves company, I'm right there with you. - DawnNYS - 11:59pm on 09/08/09

Thanks. I know you've been going through the same thing. I'm so glad you got called back. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:04am on 09/09/09

Not me, still no job. But soon I hope. [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:59pm on 09/09/09

I'm still looking for a job down here in Florida since I moved here seven months ago... - FloriSandy - 1:51am on 09/09/09

Oh, I forgot to mention, - FloriSandy - 2:59am on 09/09/09

((to you too, San)) [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:19am on 09/09/09
We have an extra bedroom if you need a break, Sandy. Our cat doesn't bother ducks at all. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 3:05pm on 09/09/09

Oh good, and I get along with cats. Michael, you're a kind soul to offer shelter for [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 6:52pm on 09/09/09

Salted or unsalted? I haven't had fake butter since I left Minnesota. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 7:27pm on 09/09/09

Whereabouts in MN were you Michael? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:58am on 09/10/09

Born in St. Paul but grew up in Bloomington. Wasn't cold enough for - Michael in Sarasota - 3:27pm on 09/10/09

Either is fine, see you soon! [NT] - FloriSandy - 3:16am on 09/10/09
oleo---heeheehee. [NT] - AngAk - 5:30pm on 09/10/09

We were a family of smugglers. My parents would pack up [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 8:09pm on 09/10/09

OMGosh---what a hoot! the Demon Spread. hahaha. what a history. [NT] - AngAk - 10:07pm on 09/10/09

What a cutie, Sandy! [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:46pm on 09/09/09

Aw thanks Dawn. Yep, that's my "toastie boy"! [NT] - FloriSandy - 3:17am on 09/10/09

Woofus has a great smile! [NT] - PatBastrop - 3:59am on 09/10/09

Yeah, I'm down to one day a week - 6.5 hours. I SHOULD be getting a head start on Christmas gifts! [NT] - cheezz - 2:08am on 09/09/09

I have been meaning to do the same thing! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:35pm on 09/09/09

(((Melissa))) so sorry. Dang! [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:33am on 09/09/09
((Melissa)) sorry to hear about it. Was there earlier this year for the first time in my life - Music City Missy - 2:56am on 09/09/09
((Melissa)) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:53am on 09/09/09

((ditto!)). [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:18am on 09/09/09

((Melissa)) and ((FloriSandi)) - so very sorry to hear this. [NT] - GayR - 12:05pm on 09/09/09

Nothing like a good hug! Thanks guys! [NT] - FloriSandy - 6:39pm on 09/09/09

Thanks for all the kind words everyone. It really means a lot to know I'm not alone. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:20pm on 09/09/09
Got this in an email yesterday....Patriotic Retirement Plan - woody - 12:59pm on 09/09/09

I've seen this and it sounds like as good a plan as any I've seen [NT] - Music City Missy - 5:18pm on 09/09/09
I'd even settle for a lot less. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:53pm on 09/09/09
LOVE IT!! It would be a much faster fix, make for a happy country, and they'd vote for him again! [NT] - cheezz - 11:59pm on 09/13/09

Melissa, I understand! - ErininNY - 2:59pm on 09/09/09

Pretty much all of what I used to do has been moved to India. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:54pm on 09/09/09

So sorry...remember to breathe deeply...sending good work karma your way... [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:21pm on 09/09/09
I'm sorry to hear this continues to happen - my husband has been out of work since 4/08. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:46pm on 09/13/09

I don't see it as a totally bad thing because it causes us to get down to basics... what's important - cheezz - 11:18pm on 09/13/09

16126. Oh Traca, I just made the Gianduja Gelato you posted by David Lebovitz - Ann - 12:47am on 09/09/09 (3)

YAY! I'm so glad you tried it. I think that's my favorite recipe in the book. As for my favorite [LINK] - Traca - 1:58am on 09/10/09

The next time I make chocolate chip cookies, I'll try this! Thank you Traca. Ann "NT" [NT] - Ann - 6:05pm on 09/10/09
I don't think there is any better homemade chocolate chip cookie than the NYT's cookie! [NT] - suz - 7:00pm on 09/10/09

16127. Anymore good ice cream/sherbert/gelato recipes for post 16110 above?? [NT] - cheezz - 2:09am on 09/09/09 (3)

Thank you cheezz for keeping the Great Threads updated. That's awesome! :o) [NT] - Mimi - 10:32am on 09/09/09

I'm always afraid of stepping on toes when I do it myself, but it's SO nice to have them in 1 place! [NT] - cheezz - 5:44pm on 09/09/09

Yes, thank you -- it's so nice to be able to do a search and find them all when you need 'em! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:39am on 09/17/09

16128. REC: Braised Beef Shanks with Warm Spices - KarenNoCA - 2:55pm on 09/09/09 (0)

16129. Made a lovely lemon cake REC: Dorie Greenspan's Perfect Party Cake - YUM! [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 4:29pm on 09/09/09 (2)

Thanks for the scoop Sandi, I've been eyeing this one up for a while.I may just try it! [NT] - MoNJ - 4:49pm on 09/09/09
Sandi, I love those kinds of links, the wow cakes, keep those links coming [NT] - oli - 12:33am on 09/11/09

16130. Ok need help again a while back I was looking for a CD can't find the post - carol whidbey Is - 5:07pm on 09/09/09 (10)

Carol, I believe this is the post that you were searching for. [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 5:33pm on 09/09/09

Michael, you found it...Can't seem to copy and paste...Either comes up with FK.com or in alpha order - barb_b - 5:37pm on 09/09/09

I always have to try the link before I submit. Sometimes I don't get what I thought I was going to. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 5:47pm on 09/09/09
That shrimp cocktail recipe looked good and now it's gone. :( [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 5:55pm on 09/09/09

It's a keeper; Melissa's Aw shucks shrimp cocktail.... - barb_b - 6:38pm on 09/09/09

Actually I think this is the one. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 5:35pm on 09/09/09

Its a CD where kids are singing, Something about if you don't have something - carol whidbey Is - 6:01pm on 09/09/09

Didn't open Michael's post, but is this the one--young singing group? [NT] [LINK] - Nan - 7:00pm on 09/09/09

yeah, Michael you beat me too it, good searching! [NT] - Nan - 7:03pm on 09/09/09

Thank you I see the post but the other singer is not it either. - carol whidbey Is - 9:14pm on 09/09/09

16131. ISO...curious, orchid, florisandy...... - joanietoo - 6:55pm on 09/09/09 (1)

I pm'd you. [NT] - orchid - 7:19pm on 09/09/09

16132. Orchid or anyone who knows...where is your recipe for the pork cooked - Dawn_MO - 7:03pm on 09/09/09 (4)

Here it is. It's coke and we love this recipe. Hope you do too. [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 7:18pm on 09/09/09

Thank you, I am making these tomorrow for dinner. We had - Dawn_MO - 10:07pm on 09/09/09

Orchid, these were fabulous! - Dawn_MO - 1:16am on 09/11/09

I'm glad you enjoyed them. It is a great recipe but I think it would be best - orchid - 3:55am on 09/11/09

16133. I love good Cuban food. I mean I really love good Cuban food. I - orchid - 7:29pm on 09/09/09 (46)

Cuban Roast Pork [LINK] - orchid - 7:31pm on 09/09/09

Cuban Black Beans - orchid - 7:32pm on 09/09/09

Oh, do these sound tasty! [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:18pm on 09/29/18

This recipe for the pork looks amazing... my question is which is more traditional - suz - 9:22pm on 09/09/09

It's really shredded chunks for an entree. It's important that it is tender - orchid - 10:26pm on 09/09/09

Thank you, can't wait to make this. [NT] - suz - 11:24pm on 09/09/09

I love Cuban food too, else why would I live where I do. :) I can tell you how to cook those - Marsha tbay - 8:12pm on 09/09/09

Oops, I forgot to add the plantains in the menu. I'll go edit it cause it's - orchid - 8:43pm on 09/09/09

Orchid, sprinkle both sides with cinnamon as you are cooking them. It adds to their crustiness. - Marsha tbay - 9:27pm on 09/09/09

Humm...I'll give it a try. Does the cinnamon flavor come through? I'm not - orchid - 10:29pm on 09/09/09
A little orange juice to the covered pan keeps them from sticking. I like the cinnamon too! - PatBastrop - 3:49am on 09/10/09

Well, as delicious as that sounds, it's not the true Cuban way they are - orchid - 12:26pm on 09/10/09
I've never thought about tasting cinnamon because I like.. My husb. says he notices it just a bit. - Marsha tbay - 1:22pm on 09/10/09

That recipe is not in any of my Cuban or Spanish cookbooks. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 1:29pm on 09/10/09

These recipes look delicious... - woody - 8:40pm on 09/09/09

Yes, if you don't mind, Does you cookbook have a recipe for the - orchid - 8:53pm on 09/09/09

Let me look when I get home tonight. I wish i had asked the owner - woody - 9:10pm on 09/09/09

Wow, woody... - orchid - 9:15pm on 09/09/09

OMG, I was there Friday..... - woody - 9:26pm on 09/09/09

I see a "meet up" in the near future. fun! [NT] - AngAk - 10:13pm on 09/09/09
So funny, I didn't realize anyone was near me. I'm thinkin a meet up - orchid - 10:13pm on 09/09/09

I do a visit to Sawgrass everytime I am in FL...so that will be on the cards too. [NT] - joanietoo - 10:42pm on 09/09/09
Love Sawgrass, I will be in Fl soon, but will be busy going back and forth between family.. - suz - 11:27pm on 09/09/09

I hate Sawgrass...LOL And I know I'm the only one saying that but I detest - orchid - 11:40pm on 09/09/09

Oh thank goodness....I mapquest Sawgrass and told joanie it was near JACKSONVILLE! 4.5 hours drive. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:50am on 09/10/09
I'm with you I detest malls, I just focus on the stores I want to shop in... - suz - 12:12pm on 09/10/09

Yep, that's me! [NT] - orchid - 12:29pm on 09/10/09
Me too, park, get in , get out. We'll have to get together!!! [NT] - woody - 12:52pm on 09/10/09

Me 3...or is it 4 by now? I actually hyperventated at a mall once during Christmas. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:57pm on 09/10/09

Oh, yes there are malls in NYC! I was a little horrified near Penn Station once when I wandered into - PatBastrop - 3:49pm on 09/10/09

Nothing in NYC compares to a full scale suburban Mall! - suz - 7:06pm on 09/10/09

Mall of America!!! Has an indoor amusement park with roller coaster and log flume. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 8:20pm on 09/10/09

Now that's what I call a Mall!!!! [NT] - suz - 9:05pm on 09/10/09

I wasn't looking for a mall -- just get me over to Takashimaya!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 12:17am on 09/11/09

42nd Street has turned into one big strip mall... a Disney sponsored one... - Sandra in New York - 1:09am on 09/11/09

PLEASE explain to me why anyone would go to an Olive Garden in New York? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:57am on 09/11/09

or Red Lobster or Hooters, or any of the myriad chains that now invade Times Square... - Sandra in New York - 2:38am on 09/11/09

You don't want to meet at Red Lobster for a seafood lunch??!! [NT] - suz - 12:24pm on 09/11/09

suz, I think we can be a bit more inventive...! [NT] - Sandra in New York - 3:07pm on 09/11/09

They think this is good Italian food? [NT] - suz - 12:15pm on 09/11/09

Not to mention that Broadway is closed to traffic and turned Times Square into a pedestrian mall. [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:40am on 09/11/09

Oh don't even get me started on that... - Sandra in New York - 4:04am on 09/11/09

See what happens when you leave! LOL--The place goes to hell--or heck [NT] - charlie - 8:59pm on 09/11/09

That's it charlie... still we'll stay... for now... [NT] - Sandra in New York - 5:09pm on 09/12/09

Guava Pastelillos - Guava Cheese Turnovers - Marsha tbay - 7:54pm on 09/17/09

Whoa...I almost missed this. Thanks Marsha. We used to buy these - orchid - 10:49pm on 09/18/09

16134. Flourless Brownies made with black beans with good reviews [NT] [LINK] - Marsha tbay - 9:25pm on 09/09/09 (2)

Wow - everyone seems to like them! I'm still skeptical... are you going to try them? [NT] - cheezz - 10:59pm on 09/09/09
A friend of mine made these, real fudgy, used stevia instead of agave. I have them filed [LINK] - Nan - 12:48am on 09/10/09

16135. Calling all Wisconsins... has anyone ever had Buddy Squirrel Chocolate? [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 11:00pm on 09/09/09 (0)

16136. Has anyone ever made seasoned crackers? - DawnNYS - 11:44pm on 09/09/09 (7)

I had a friend who used to make them by just dumping a jar of cajun seasoning and - Melissa Dallas - 12:32am on 09/10/09
Rec: Seasoned Oyster Crackers - rhoward2va - 12:38am on 09/10/09
This is the recipe I was thinking of making. Similar to yours, rhoward - DawnNYS - 2:12am on 09/10/09

Yes, they are addictive! [NT] - rhoward2va - 12:21pm on 09/10/09

Rooster's Firecracker (posted by Curious1) these are great! [LINK] - MoNJ - 12:42pm on 09/10/09
These are my favorites. A little more work but well worth the time - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:13pm on 09/10/09

Thanks everyone - these all look great [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:46pm on 09/11/09

16137. I made this Praline Apple Bread and took it to work today. [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 12:37am on 09/10/09 (5)

Oh dear, there goes tomorrow's low-carb breakfast out the window - looks great! [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:04am on 09/10/09
Copied! Looks really good... and Dawn... it has FRUIT in it, so don't feel too guilty :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:42am on 09/10/09
Boy, are they ever stoooopppiiiddd to cut your hours back! [NT] - PatBastrop - 4:00am on 09/10/09

Come about Christmas cookie and candy time they'll be REAL sorry. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:59am on 09/10/09
That's what I was thinking! [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:21pm on 09/10/09

16138. Remember Jello Molds - Blog "The Jello Mold Princess of Brooklyn," memories< [LINK] - GayR - 12:32pm on 09/10/09 (6)

Hmmm, didn't realize alcohol would gel. Hello?? I just totally admitted to JSV (Jello Shot Virgin) [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:56pm on 09/10/09

That makes two of us, Marilyn. Somehow no one I ever knew was ever doing Jello shots. Odd. [NT] - ErininNY - 9:38pm on 09/10/09

three. [NT] - AngAk - 9:56pm on 09/10/09

Wow, she makes Jello look beautiful! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 4:13am on 09/11/09
OMGosh! I seriously want to make some Jello molds! Wow! [NT] - orchid - 4:44am on 09/11/09
LOVE the cupcake molds! [NT] - cheezz - 5:29pm on 09/11/09

16139. Here's another vote for the Fresh Corn Salad posted by Traca. A keeper! [NT] [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 3:17pm on 09/10/09 (0)

16140. Well I surprised myself today and found the right CD. Would like [LINK] - carol whidbey Is - 4:24pm on 09/10/09 (1)

awww... I might get that for the grand-nephew for Christmas - Lovely! TU Carol :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:35pm on 09/11/09

16141. Swiss steak in the crockpot with some Mexican seasonings... any quick, easy sides? TIA [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:22pm on 09/10/09 (8)

None? [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:09pm on 09/11/09
I always liked Swiss steak with mashed potatoes, or roasted potatoes, smashed and seasoned with evoo [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 4:08pm on 09/11/09

ooooh, I'm making this rice soon, thanks Karen. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:30pm on 09/11/09

I think this is calling out for roasted garlic mashed potatoes---or just buttery ones to not compete - AngAk - 6:02pm on 09/11/09
REC: Cilantro Rice - KarenNoCA - 7:40pm on 09/11/09

Thanks - I ended up (last night) just making plain rice and guacamole, but - DawnNYS - 8:08pm on 09/11/09

I did see this, however, and they look great! Twice-Baked Mexican Potatoes - DawnNYS - 8:12pm on 09/11/09

I was just going to post that the swiss steak would make a good baked potato stuffing. yum [NT] - AngAk - 10:34pm on 09/11/09

16142. Good news.... I just got the travel agent job!!!! I'm thrilled to pieces and thrilled to be back - FloriSandy - 8:01pm on 09/10/09 (31)

Wonderful Sandy, well done. [NT] - joanietoo - 8:03pm on 09/10/09
That's the best news I've seen all day. Marvelous!!! I'm thrilled for you!!! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 8:08pm on 09/10/09
Yay! Happy landings! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:24pm on 09/10/09
Congratulations! Happy trails and no trials. [NT] - Sylvia - 8:46pm on 09/10/09
Wonderful News! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:04pm on 09/10/09
Great to see good things happen to deserving people! Congrats! [NT] - barb_b - 9:05pm on 09/10/09
Way to go!!!! Great perks with that job too. Congrats! [NT] - woody - 9:31pm on 09/10/09
So exciting! That's my dream job! :) How fantastic you're back in the biz you love! [NT] - ErininNY - 9:37pm on 09/10/09
Hurrah!! [NT] - AngAk - 9:53pm on 09/10/09

and now we have someone who can book a super duper get-together for us! [NT] - AngAk - 9:55pm on 09/10/09

What a relife!! Will you be organizing a "FinerKitchen Cruise"? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 9:57pm on 09/10/09

PLEASE organize one - I've wanted to do this for years. I'm game!!! [NT] - Music City Missy - 12:37am on 09/11/09

we could all drop in on joannie! [NT] - AngAk - 3:40am on 09/11/09

Great idea! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:07am on 09/11/09

Yay, Yay, Yay, Congratulations! [NT] - GayR - 10:05pm on 09/10/09
Yowza! That's just great! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 10:10pm on 09/10/09
Great news - it will be easier to deal with - DawnNYS - 10:16pm on 09/10/09

When do you start? [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:09pm on 09/11/09

Ah yes, the power to be able - FloriSandy - 8:09pm on 09/11/09

HOORAY!!!! Ang, love the way you think!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 12:14am on 09/11/09
Congrats Sandy!! [NT] - Sandra in New York - 1:10am on 09/11/09
Good for you! I'm so happy for you! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:55am on 09/11/09

Thank you ALL for sharing in my joy! This is proof that "You never know what's around the corner"! - FloriSandy - 2:47am on 09/11/09

Congratulations! [NT] - Meryl - 2:48am on 09/11/09

Ditto! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:23pm on 09/11/09

GREAT NEWS!!! Ok, now, I want to go ANYWHERE... what can you do for me? :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:19am on 09/11/09
Awww Sandy, I'm so glad for you! And now, Kitchen friends....good things are comin'! [NT] - orchid - 3:37am on 09/11/09
Woo hoo! Congratulations! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 4:14am on 09/11/09
Sandy, I am so happy for you! Congratulations!! It's time for a party! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 12:51pm on 09/11/09
Hey Sandy, this is just super cool and congratulations on a great ending to all the hard work you - Curious1 - 2:24pm on 09/11/09
Yay! (((Sandi))) [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 10:13pm on 09/11/09

16143. This River Cafe recipe for Swiss chard malfatti sounds good...but... - joanietoo - 9:35pm on 09/10/09 (2)

Hi - I went to your link and found this link within it, but I didn't see any kind of [LINK] - DawnNYS - 2:16pm on 09/11/09
They ended tasty..... - joanietoo - 5:41pm on 09/11/09

16144. Prepared Baked Lamb with 3 Cheeses for tonight's dinner and it was declared a keeper. [LINK] - Sylvia - 10:43pm on 09/10/09 (0)

16145. Hope this is allowed...$25 gift certificates to local restaurants from a website for $1.00 [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:02pm on 09/10/09 (2)

Thanks, It's a great deal, but watch for restrictions - rhoward2va - 11:31pm on 09/10/09
$2.20 for $55 of certificates! - colleenmomof2 - 10:27am on 09/11/09

16146. Any hard candy makers here? - Sandra in New York - 1:39am on 09/11/09 (0)

16147. Penzey's New Cinnamon [LINK] - Meryl - 2:28am on 09/11/09 (2)

Wow, I am just getting a Penzey order together. Layers of cinnamon!! Oh Boy! [NT] - Nan - 3:27am on 09/11/09

Nan, let me know how it is! [NT] - Meryl - 5:53pm on 09/11/09

16148. Need ideas for a church potluck, Need to feed at least 20. Main dish type of meal TIA [NT] - Brooksie - 2:37am on 09/11/09 (33)

Here's a thread on Mexican casseroles >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:22am on 09/11/09

A few good ones in the T&T One-Dish Meals >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:24am on 09/11/09

How about pulled pork bbq sandwiches? [LINK] - cheezz - 3:27am on 09/11/09

One of my favorite - Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas [LINK] - cheezz - 3:34am on 09/11/09

Creamy Baked Beefaroni from Olga - I've made this for my church group - went over big! [LINK] - cheezz - 3:36am on 09/11/09

stuffed shells are always a big hit here. [NT] - AngAk - 3:45am on 09/11/09

I just made stuffed shells two nights ago. Very basic, simple recipe. My boys always... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:51am on 09/11/09

Hey, how do you make your "basic" stuffed shells? - colleenmomof2 - 9:36am on 09/11/09

not michael, but I have used the recipe on the shells box, adding some sauteed peppers and onions - AngAk - 6:09pm on 09/11/09

here are search results for stuffed shells. Pat and cheezz have posted 2 really different [LINK] - AngAk - 6:11pm on 09/11/09
This is the recipe I use, too, adding onions, spinach and more cheese [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 1:58pm on 09/12/09

I'd like to try your stuffed shells too, Michael. [NT] - Elenor - 2:16pm on 09/11/09

Use a pastry bag (or freezer baggie with corner cut off) to pipe in the filling. - MarilynFL - 3:10pm on 09/11/09

Mar, you take it to another level...I just use spoons to scoop them in the shells [NT] - barb_b - 9:35pm on 09/11/09

I was thinking stuffed manicotti....long macaroni tube that hard to stuff in the middle. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:03am on 09/12/09

Has anyone frozen the beefaroni--was thinking it would be good for my Dad, - MoNJ - 3:13pm on 09/11/09

Yes, I've frozen it, cooked. Defrosts well in the microwave ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:46pm on 09/11/09

SOLD! Thanks Dawn. :) [NT] - MoNJ - 8:23pm on 09/11/09

Great Thread cheezz. I made the Fantastic Taco Casserole from - Elenor - 2:09pm on 09/11/09

good to know! thanks elenor [NT] - cheezz - 8:59pm on 09/11/09

Gretchens pulled pork lots of it and sooo easy [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 10:16am on 09/11/09
Cabbage rolls are always a big hit at our potlucks. Can be made ahead and frozen - then baked. We - Elenor - 2:04pm on 09/11/09

Elenor, you've got me craving cabbage rolls now. Do you - Pat-NoCal - 2:26pm on 09/11/09

oh boy, me too!! I get to cook for my Dad in about 2 weeks---yay. cooking marathon to fill his - AngAk - 6:14pm on 09/11/09

I have 2 recipes. One is a large amount (6 pounds ground meat) that we do for bazaars (to sell) - Elenor - 3:11pm on 09/11/09

Oh shoot, I don't know...how about - Pat-NoCal - 3:52pm on 09/11/09

I'll send them both. I need to get them in my cookbook anyway. [NT] - Elenor - 5:18pm on 09/11/09

Oh good! I was hoping you would say that. We all thank you. [NT] - orchid - 6:31pm on 09/11/09

Yes, please send both, thanks [NT] - Brooksie - 6:40pm on 09/11/09

Since a chicken entree wasn't mentioned, how about - DawnNYS - 7:30pm on 09/11/09

Or Pizza Casserole - always a favorite with my family - DawnNYS - 7:51pm on 09/11/09

One more, I can't stop! Sauerbraten for a Crowd - DawnNYS - 8:00pm on 09/11/09

Thanks for all the great ideas, You all are great! [NT] - Brooksie - 1:05am on 09/14/09

16149. Now don't these sound interesting and look pretty? I guess mahlab is on my next Penzey's order [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 2:47am on 09/11/09 (4)

aroma similar to Play Dough :) I love finding new spices! [NT] - cheezz - 5:32pm on 09/11/09

When I was 6 I think I liked the smell of Play Dough. I think I also liked the taste. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 2:14am on 09/12/09

now it goes better with a little bechamel sauce... [NT] - cheezz - 7:33pm on 09/12/09

I saw some mahlab in my local Mediterranean Store (middle Eastern) [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:08pm on 09/12/09

16150. just a reminder to all you great canners... we have a Jam & Jelly thread... please post there! [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:45am on 09/11/09 (0)

16151. I recently read something that reminded me of here. In my mind I adapted - orchid - 4:38am on 09/11/09 (7)

Where's that from? I've seen that. I can't recall. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:50am on 09/11/09

Oh, you don't wanna know Michael. It's from a left wing Blog..... [NT] - orchid - 5:16am on 09/11/09

Settledownnow! I DO read left wing blogs. Believe it or not, I think it's valuable... - Michael in Phoenix - 7:56pm on 09/11/09

;0) Hey, good on you. So do I for the very same reasons. I really want to - orchid - 8:49pm on 09/11/09

How can a person know they are right if they don't know who's wrong? ;) [NT] - desertjean - 9:11pm on 09/11/09

LOL! [NT] - AngAk - 10:32pm on 09/11/09

I'll drink to that. [NT] - Elenor - 2:30pm on 09/11/09

16152. Does anyone have a good pork chop recipe that doesn [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:24pm on 09/11/09 (33)

Once more, with feeling. Does anyone have a good pork chop recipe that doesn't involve mustard? [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:25pm on 09/11/09

Smothered pork chops - MarilynFL - 2:43pm on 09/11/09

If my pork chops don't have the bone, do the cooking time remain the same? [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:39pm on 09/11/09

Don't think so...the long time helps the onions to caramelize. The chops will not be moist, but the - MarilynFL - 4:25pm on 09/11/09
If no bone - brine them first... that'll keep them moist and juicy [NT] - Tess - 6:11pm on 09/11/09

To late, but this is what I recently tried and we both love it. I rub both sides with a combo of - Marg CDN - 3:13pm on 09/14/09

Too late. Too. I think my fingers have forgotten how to type. [NT] - Marg CDN - 3:16pm on 09/14/09
I basically did what you do and it worked really well. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:34pm on 09/14/09

Recently made this Rec: Pork Milanese and really liked it. [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 2:46pm on 09/11/09
Rec: Mongolian Pork Chops - Pat-NoCal - 2:50pm on 09/11/09
Rec: Pork Medallions with Olive-Caper Sauce [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:24pm on 09/11/09
I sort of combined Marilyn's recipe and Richard's recipe. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:34am on 09/13/09
Made a combination of Marilyn's and Richard's Smothered Pork Chops. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:00pm on 09/14/09

Have NO idea why my posts appeared in the middle of the thread. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:32pm on 09/14/09
I like caramelized onions heaped on my baked potato, or on mashed potatoes. [NT] - AngAk - 6:01pm on 09/14/09

Rec: Pork Chops with Sweet Onions, Capers and Vermouth - Pat-NoCal - 3:19pm on 09/11/09
If you like it spicy...Pork Chops with Cherry Peppers - suz - 3:39pm on 09/11/09

I love this when dining out--now I can make it--thanks [NT] - charlie - 8:21pm on 09/11/09

I've heard this is realllly good. Grilled Pork Chops with Brown-Sugar Brine & Onion-Peach Marmalade [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:49pm on 09/11/09
REC: Smothered Pork Chops II - Richard in Cincy - 4:56pm on 09/11/09

self rising flour? I've never seen it used in a recipe like this. does it make a difference? [NT] - AngAk - 6:18pm on 09/11/09

My guess is that because it's an old Southern recipe, the only flour in the house is White Lily.. - charlie - 8:43pm on 09/11/09

Actually, there are several versions of White Lily flour, including "all purpose". It's [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:54pm on 09/13/09

Didn't know that--I've never seen WL on sale here--I know it is great for bisquits [NT] - charlie - 12:54am on 09/15/09

er==biscuits. [NT] - charlie - 12:54am on 09/15/09

sounds just like home.... except over mashed potatoes :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:21pm on 09/13/09

Olga's Mom's Smothered pork chops. just omit the dry mustard. [LINK] - AngAk - 6:24pm on 09/11/09
Crockpot Pork Chops with Apricots and Prunes - MarkinHouston - 7:08pm on 09/11/09
Pork Chops in SF Sauce from T& T [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:35pm on 09/11/09
Just sent this from CI--omit the mustard-no problemo--REC: Crunchy Baked Pork Chops... - charlie - 8:38pm on 09/11/09
Jimmy Stewart's Fav Pork Chops from Stupidly Simple in T & T [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:38pm on 09/11/09
REC: Tarragon Dill Pork Chops with Shitaki Mushrooms - Michael in Sarasota - 11:28pm on 09/11/09
Thanks, all. I'm doing them tonight...last night I ran out of steam and we had pizza. :) [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:04pm on 09/12/09

16153. Rec: Classic Barbecued Chicken on a Gas or Charcoal grill. - Curious1 - 2:37pm on 09/11/09 (1)

Thanks - I've recently been using the Cornell mixture to marinate the chicken in before - DawnNYS - 2:29pm on 09/13/09

16154. A funny who all might need this - carol whidbey Is - 3:23pm on 09/11/09 (3)

Oh yeah, that works for me. ;0) [NT] - orchid - 4:03pm on 09/11/09
I've sculpted my abs like this: only I used potato chips. - MarilynFL - 4:46pm on 09/11/09

hahaha. I thought you were going to say "snack pack abs". [NT] - AngAk - 6:27pm on 09/11/09

16155. Please give me a poll friends...1st menu to offer.... - joanietoo - 7:53pm on 09/11/09 (16)

yes please. [NT] - AngAk - 7:56pm on 09/11/09
I vote for ... - Shaun in TO - 7:58pm on 09/11/09
You can't go wrong with any of those--but the rum is not optional BG [NT] - charlie - 8:15pm on 09/11/09
WOW! I assume these are adults?? My vote... - cheezz - 9:06pm on 09/11/09
Ok, I'm ready to sign up. Anyone interested in carpooling? Real question inside - desertjean - 9:07pm on 09/11/09

don't know where joanie lives, but I'll drive!!! [NT] - cheezz - 12:09am on 09/12/09

You have an amphibious car? I'm in! [NT] - orchid - 12:19am on 09/12/09

We need Chitty Chitty Bang Bang!! [NT] - desertjean - 3:54am on 09/12/09

My votes - DawnNYS - 11:50pm on 09/11/09
no breadfruit? I love breadfruit! - PatBastrop - 4:28am on 09/12/09

now that's one of those things I've never gotten around to tasting... what's it like? [NT] - cheezz - 7:34pm on 09/12/09

and how do you prepare it? Recipes??!!! [NT] - cheezz - 7:36pm on 09/12/09

Breadfruit does not travel easily so they are picked as ripe and..... - joanietoo - 8:14pm on 09/12/09

well now, there's a whole 'nother list of foods I've never had! (except yams) [NT] - cheezz - 8:19pm on 09/12/09
I figured they didn't travel well, or we'd see them around. Foil & char is the BEST way to have - PatBastrop - 1:11am on 09/13/09

well now, that's just cause for a hanging! heehee [NT] - cheezz - 11:22pm on 09/13/09

16156. Just found Penzey's store near me - what should I buy? - MariaDNoCA - 8:42pm on 09/11/09 (26)

I buy almost all my spices from them. My favorites are the cinnamons and vindaloo. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:26pm on 09/11/09
I love their Maharajah Curry, Sunny Paris, Soup Bases, Double Strength Vanilla. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:25pm on 09/11/09
I buy all my dried spices from them...no complaints. I have an herb garden - KarenNoCA - 11:38pm on 09/11/09

how is the Vietnamese cinnamon different? [NT] - cheezz - 12:10am on 09/12/09

Ditto [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:49am on 09/12/09
very intense, says on label that unless it's a major flavor, Snickerdoodles?, to reduce the amount? [NT] - Nan - 2:57pm on 09/13/09

my number one favorite has always been Trader Joes... very intense and cinnamony - cheezz - 11:23pm on 09/13/09

Is that the one in Menlo Park or is there a new one in the Bay Area? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:01am on 09/12/09

Hi Luisa -- Menlo Park; didn't realize there was one in N Calif - MariaDNoCA - 2:48am on 09/12/09

Currently, there are only 3 in California. Here's a link to store locations. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:46pm on 09/12/09
Oh, lucky you! I live in the North Bay. Sadly, I never get down that way. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:05pm on 09/12/09

Cinnamon, double vanilla extract, herbes de Provence, fines herbes, smoked paprika, - Meryl - 2:08am on 09/12/09

DOUBLE vanilla extract? [NT] - cheezz - 7:37pm on 09/12/09

It's great: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:31pm on 09/12/09

so that means I should dab it behind only ear instead of both? *g* [NT] - cheezz - 11:24pm on 09/13/09

Ceylon cinnamon especially, and I can't do without their Turkish bay leaves - Lana in FL - 3:20am on 09/12/09
Their Chili Con Carne spice mix is very tasty, and also sodium-free. [NT] - Scott in Scottsdale - 4:34am on 09/12/09
I've mail-ordered Penzeys for at least 10 years - see list of faves inside - diaOKC - 4:53am on 09/12/09

Country French vinaigrette, Mexican vanilla, curry, garam masala [NT] - rhoward2va - 12:38pm on 09/12/09

Mexican vanilla!!! Ok, now I HAVE to make a trip there... I beg/bribe anyone going to Mexico - cheezz - 7:39pm on 09/12/09

cheezz, are you near a W-S? [NT] - Shaun in TO - 8:35pm on 09/12/09

(Hit Return by accident) That's where I buy my Mexican vanilla. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 8:36pm on 09/12/09

Guess not 'cause I don't know what a W-S is [NT] - cheezz - 11:24pm on 09/13/09

I think Shaun means William- Sonoma... - MariaDNoCA - 3:02am on 09/14/09

Indeed I did. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 1:20pm on 09/14/09

Good clue. I've missed it since my parents left Arizona. Love that stuff! [NT] - Marg CDN - 2:05am on 09/14/09

16157. NFR (exactly...): Do any of you know anything about cake plates or F.B. Rogers Co. silver?? [LINK] - cheezz - 9:11pm on 09/11/09 (16)

Are those indents in the top? It looks to me like an oyster plate or caviar dish. Ice goes in the - Shaun in TO - 9:45pm on 09/11/09

Forget I spoke. I looked at some and I'm on the wrong track. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 9:48pm on 09/11/09
Indents are in the bottom - very shallow (1"?) indent where plate sits [NT] - cheezz - 12:10am on 09/12/09

Very curious. I'm still not certain it's a cake plate--but then the Victorians had serving pieces - Shaun in TO - 8:43pm on 09/12/09

no - the glass 'foot' on the bottom fits into the silver base perfectly to hold it in place - cheezz - 11:26pm on 09/13/09

Sorry, nothing except that they are from Massachusettes - you have a rare find, I think [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:53pm on 09/11/09

I Googled all over the place and came up with zip. One person posted they had the bottom piece - cheezz - 12:12am on 09/12/09

I've used it for - ejd - 2:59am on 09/21/09

Love the lion feet. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:28am on 09/12/09
wow that is pretty! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:53am on 09/12/09

not bad for a $5 garage sale find, heh? [NT] - cheezz - 7:40pm on 09/12/09

Awesome! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:29am on 09/13/09

Cake dish and base - ejd - 2:37am on 09/20/09

Do you know anything about the date of it? Just wondering how long it's been around... - cheezz - 3:24am on 09/20/09

I have had mine - ejd - 2:57am on 09/21/09

Doesn't matter - I love it and know I got a good deal. Can't wait to see a cake on it! [NT] - cheezz - 1:25am on 09/22/09

16158. Check out this video if you love animals [NT] [LINK] - DawnNYS - 11:46pm on 09/11/09 (3)

I loved this Dawn, thanks for posting! [NT] - FloriSandy - 4:32pm on 09/12/09
Thanks for the smile, a very heartwarming story... [NT] - suz - 5:27pm on 09/12/09
Awww. Randi would have loved this, too. [NT] - Marg CDN - 2:00am on 09/14/09

16159. I came across some old Gail Swap photos that some may not have seen [LINK] - Peggy-AZ - 12:36am on 09/12/09 (19)

I clicked through.... - judy-mass - 12:54am on 09/12/09
made me miss Harimad and Ron in Worchster. [NT] - Janet in NC - 2:24am on 09/12/09

Yes, so many voices. Where did they go? [NT] - orchid - 3:03am on 09/12/09

I remember when we put that collection together. Must be about 10 years ago? - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:38am on 09/12/09

About that - and you know who did it all - Randi. Makes one miss... - elaine - 5:40am on 09/12/09

Pat, you haven't changed a bit! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:51am on 09/12/09

A few years have passed since that picture but awww, you're so sweet, thanks Heather. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:35pm on 09/12/09

Thanks for these! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:25am on 09/12/09
<waving> Hi Peggy, so great to *see* you. [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:36pm on 09/12/09

I love your website Peggy. Didn't know it was from someone connected here. - Michael in Sarasota - 3:00pm on 09/12/09
I wish I had more time to pop in at this unusually - Peggy-AZ - 9:03pm on 09/12/09

Wishing you and your hubby all the best. Sure miss your contributions. Come back and stay - Pat-NoCal - 9:18pm on 09/12/09
(((Peggy))) [NT] - AngAk - 2:52am on 09/13/09
We've missed you Peggy! Hope things let up, so you get to spend more time here. ((Peggy)) [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 3:33am on 09/13/09
Peggy! Good to see you! Your site looks beautiful as always! Love the pics! Hope dh health - barb_b - 11:43am on 09/13/09
Stop by when you can... just hug your hubby and take care of him right now. Chin up!! [NT] - cheezz - 11:28pm on 09/13/09
(((Peggy))) Good thoughts going your and DH's way. [NT] - LisainLA - 11:39pm on 09/14/09

nlb and Julia Child pix! [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 1:51pm on 09/12/09
SO many people there that haven't made it to this board :( [NT] - cheezz - 8:16pm on 09/12/09

16160. Quick Blueberry Bread Pudding (1940's recipe) - DawnNYS - 12:57am on 09/12/09 (3)

Blueberry-Cream Cheese Pie (1960's) - DawnNYS - 2:40pm on 09/13/09

Blueberry Chiffon Pie (1940's) - DawnNYS - 2:48pm on 09/13/09
YUM! [NT] - AngAk - 9:21pm on 09/13/09

16161. I'm back from the parents, and borrowed a family treasure: my Granny's ledger book of recipes! - Heather_in_SF - 7:40am on 09/12/09 (8)

I have lots of family recipes, all of which I put on Mastercook. - rhoward2va - 12:33pm on 09/12/09
Heather - after my aunt died earlier this year.... - Music City Missy - 4:45pm on 09/12/09

Good idea! I bet they would make great greeting cards (recipe printed on front of card) [NT] - cheezz - 8:14pm on 09/12/09

LOVELY! What a real treasure you have there... I look forward to gems from it [NT] - cheezz - 8:12pm on 09/12/09
This ledger is larger than 8x11, more of 14x17 but too fragile to copy - Heather_in_SF - 8:26pm on 09/12/09

Could you take a pic of each page with your camera, then upload them to the computer? - cheezz - 11:34pm on 09/13/09

I do that when I go to the genealogy library - even take pics off the film reader screen [NT] - cheezz - 11:35pm on 09/13/09

Great resource, Heather! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:28pm on 09/13/09

16162. Unofficial poll: How many sugars do you add to your cup of coffee/tea? dh and I have different - barb_b - 12:08pm on 09/12/09 (32)

None in coffee; 1/4 tsp. in tea (but I love to eat sweets) [NT] - rhoward2va - 12:28pm on 09/12/09
one teaspoon for me! [NT] - GayR - 12:55pm on 09/12/09

Me, too, plus a splash of 1/2 and 1/2 [NT] - LisainLA - 7:06pm on 09/13/09

1/2 kahlua, 1/2 vodka? :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:35pm on 09/13/09

nothing in coffee but good coffee, a little honey sometimes in tea. [NT] - Janet in NC - 1:09pm on 09/12/09
It's not a daily cup for me... 2, maybe 3 a week (coffee, even rarer for tea), but - DawnNYS - 1:32pm on 09/12/09
I start the day making a double shot latte, no sugar. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:44pm on 09/12/09
No sweet in either but I love the occasional "sweet tea" - all sugar! - colleenmomof2 - 1:45pm on 09/12/09
1/4 teaspoon in coffee, a bit of honey in tea. [NT] - judy-mass - 1:55pm on 09/12/09
None in coffee. Two teaspoons in tea. [NT] - Elenor - 2:03pm on 09/12/09
'0' for me '2' sweet and low for bf [NT] - suz - 3:00pm on 09/12/09
@ tsp worth of fake unhealthy, kill-you-one-day sweetener in coffee, none in teal - Luisa_Calif - 4:00pm on 09/12/09
I follow the "black-clothed, short Italian widow" proportion: 3 heaping tsp per 2 oz. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:10pm on 09/12/09

Also, I finally gave up all artifical sweeteners including Splenda...and my short term memory - MarilynFL - 4:12pm on 09/12/09

Good for you, Marilyn....more - Marsha tbay - 4:26pm on 09/12/09
I'm not sure reducing carbs will help the memory.... hasn't worked for me *g* [NT] - cheezz - 8:10pm on 09/12/09

LOL! For me, it's 4 tsps. sugar, 4 tsps. Taster's Choice and I'm fueled for the day! [NT] - FloriSandy - 4:15pm on 09/12/09

None in coffee, none in tea. Rather have my sugar in a cookie!! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 4:18pm on 09/12/09
No sugar for me or hubby. [NT] - Sylvia - 5:37pm on 09/12/09
No sugar in either coffee or tea. No sweetner either. [NT] - elaine - 6:38pm on 09/12/09
1/2 packet Splenda, 1 tsp. sugar - nothing in tea [NT] - cheezz - 8:09pm on 09/12/09
I add a teaspoon full of agave nectar, it's just right. No dairy. I miss moo juice... [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 8:30pm on 09/12/09

Heather, when I was dairy free for a while, I liked the soy creamer from TJs - LisainLA - 7:07pm on 09/13/09

None in either for me, except very occasionally after dinner coffee in a restaurant with real cream - Melissa Dallas - 10:58pm on 09/12/09
1 sugar, 1 milk. The guys at the bagel place now know my coffee order. :) :( [NT] - ErininNY - 12:36am on 09/13/09
Generally, no sugar in coffee, except for Cuban coffee, which is half sugar! I like a little sugar - PatBastrop - 1:05am on 09/13/09
starbuck's grande 1 pckt raw sugar splash 1/2 n 1/2. at work, sugar free french vanilla creamer [NT] - AngAk - 4:05am on 09/13/09

HA, that just sounds so wrong! [NT] - AngAk - 4:06am on 09/13/09

None in either [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:07pm on 09/13/09
None is coffee--a scant tsp in tea [NT] - charlie - 2:45pm on 09/13/09
Tea: milk and two (generous) teaspoons of sugar. Don't drink coffee. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:00pm on 09/13/09

I never drank coffee my whole life until this year....love Bustelo with coconut milk, ice and stevia [NT] - Marsha tbay - 9:31pm on 09/13/09

16163. Curious1 made the bbq sauce last night family loved it. Now Funny for the day!! - carol whidbey Is - 1:29pm on 09/12/09 (6)

Heheh, funny [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:36pm on 09/12/09

I hope you're feeling better by now. Not a recurring problem I hope? [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:10pm on 09/13/09

Hilarious! Thanks for the funny! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 4:21pm on 09/12/09
Thanks for a good laugh! [NT] - FloriSandy - 4:36pm on 09/12/09
I'm assuming you mean the Barbecue Chicken recipe above? I could eat that sauce with a spoon. Did - Curious1 - 3:22pm on 09/13/09

Yes the one above I made it with chicken. And yes Dawn its recurring seems to keep getting worst - carol whidbey Is - 1:46pm on 09/14/09

16164. White whole wheat flour question....... - Janet in NC - 3:09pm on 09/12/09 (1)

I'd try either 1:1 of reg:ww or 1/3 reg & 2/3 whole wheat. The recipe - MarilynFL - 4:26pm on 09/12/09

16165. How well do you know cheese? Silly game at the link...cheese or font. [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:54pm on 09/12/09 (4)

quite well, actually :) [NT] - cheezz - 8:08pm on 09/12/09

cheezz, you are so funny!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 10:36pm on 09/12/09

Does it ever end? I thought I saw some repeats in there too - was I in a cheese loop?! [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:37am on 09/13/09

Ha, I saw those repeats too...and still hadn't *got it* as I still voted a couple of them fonts. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:14pm on 09/14/09

16166. I just wanted to point out to anyone who might make the Cuban Pork Roast - orchid - 5:47pm on 09/12/09 (1)

This whole thread reminds me of the help Moyn gave me when I was looking for a recipe... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:18pm on 09/12/09

16167. Rec: Nem Nu�ng (Pork Meatballs Served in Salad Rolls). This was a delicious treat! [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 6:14pm on 09/12/09 (2)

Sandy, looks beautiful!! What a treat! Lovely pic [NT] - barb_b - 1:40pm on 09/13/09

Aw thanks barb! [NT] - FloriSandy - 8:32pm on 09/13/09

16168. FABULOUS Zucchini-Apple Loaf from Hummingbird Hill Farms (thanks for the link Gay!) [LINK] - cheezz - 7:29pm on 09/12/09 (1)

cheezz - Happy you are enjoying the recipe. [NT] - GayR - 3:37pm on 09/13/09

16169. JOE!! Your Cannellini with tomato-sage sauce is AMAZING!! Took me long enough to try it! [LINK] - cheezz - 7:32pm on 09/12/09 (3)

Cheezz, I'm so glad you enjoyed it! I've done this a couple times for my classes now. - Joe - 11:15pm on 09/12/09

rats - I was just at Whole Foods and didn't think to check the bulk section.... thanks! [NT] - cheezz - 11:38pm on 09/13/09

I'm eating the last for dinner tonight and need to make another batch! [NT] - cheezz - 11:38pm on 09/13/09

16170. Another "unofficial poll" -- what is the most unusual thing(s) you've ever eaten? - cheezz - 8:21pm on 09/12/09 (31)

My rattlesnake spaghetti sauce was pretty unusual. Someday I'll write about that, it was pretty - Heather_in_SF - 8:32pm on 09/12/09

not counting snorted or inhaled things :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:39pm on 09/13/09

LOL!! [NT] - FloriSandy - 2:11am on 09/14/09

well there goes that fruit fly.... [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 3:46am on 09/14/09

Rattlesnake, Escargot and Octopus. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 8:42pm on 09/12/09
Frog's legs and cows tongue...But, depends on your perspective...I recall dh grandmother thinking - barb_b - 8:49pm on 09/12/09
Ligaments. It was the "meat" in a stir fry we had whilst in China. >>> - Luisa_Calif - 9:06pm on 09/12/09
Frogs legs at a wedding reception when I was 11 y/o! (thought it was chicken) [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:04pm on 09/12/09
Beef Tongue, Beef & Lamb Hearts, Grasshoppers (taste NOTHING like chicken), Antelope, Boar & Fugu. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:45pm on 09/12/09

Honey, remember that lunch date we planned? I'll be sick/outoftown/doingmyhair/sleeping. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:13am on 09/13/09
Steve, did you have the Fugu locally? [NT] - LisainLA - 4:42pm on 09/13/09

San Francisco's Chinatown, 15 years ago. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:41pm on 09/13/09

Fugu (河豚, 鰒, フグ?) is the Japanese word for pufferfish: - Steve2 in LA - 11:44pm on 09/13/09
I know, Fugu is Japanese but there we were. Of course, I was doing ALOT of pharmaceuticals then. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:48pm on 09/13/09

ok, just gotta ask -- what is fugu?? [NT] - cheezz - 11:40pm on 09/13/09

sea slugs, chicken feet -- an Ambassador's wife served us some kind of testicles, but I passed. - PatBastrop - 1:01am on 09/13/09

So, take salt, sweet, sour, bitter, & umami--now add the "ughh" category to the taste bud range? [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:08pm on 09/13/09

Squirrel, chocolate covered ants, calf fries [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:21am on 09/13/09

Choco-covered ants I can relate to as a child - LOL! As I got older and developed a finer palate... - FloriSandy - 2:39am on 09/13/09

Horse meat sashimi (raw) in Japan! - Sandi in Hawaii - 3:42am on 09/13/09
Muktuk. Rocky Mtn Oysters. both just once - AngAk - 4:15am on 09/13/09

Ang, what did the Muktuk taste like? What seasonings were put on it? [NT] - LisainLA - 4:43pm on 09/13/09

gristle/rubbery---it's often "pickled". [NT] - AngAk - 9:28pm on 09/13/09

Moose. Hands down, the best meat I've ever tasted. [NT] - Scott in Scottsdale - 4:26am on 09/13/09

All my Northern Ontario in-laws have freezers stuffed with moose steak. And venison. And more moose. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 8:40pm on 09/13/09

What some Italians call sofrito-but unlike the typical seasoning, it contains lungs, heart, spleen.. - charlie - 2:44pm on 09/13/09
Mutton, alligator, and reindeer sausage (sorry Rudolph!). [NT] - LisainLA - 4:40pm on 09/13/09
Pajata--in Rome, the intestines of an unweaned calf, in tomato sauce over - Shaun in TO - 8:44pm on 09/13/09

Hey Shaun--I have relatives in Toronto--anytime you want some capozzelli delivered--let me know [NT] - charlie - 10:53pm on 09/13/09

Gotta love a recipe that says "Return tongue to lamb's mouth." Uh, think I'll [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 1:34pm on 09/14/09

ewwwwwwww.... to most of the above -- you're all made of stronger stuff than me :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:46pm on 09/13/09

16171. My Saturday 6 - DawnNYS - 10:55pm on 09/12/09 (25)

Why don't you seal your jam/jelly jars and put 'em in a water bath. Keep for a year that way. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:49pm on 09/12/09

You mean you can do that after they're done, as if you are just processing them for the - DawnNYS - 2:29am on 09/13/09

I never knew that either. Thanks, Steve. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:20pm on 09/13/09
In a bind you can use screw on caps but be sure to get everything to room temp first. Also ........ - Steve2 in LA - 11:57pm on 09/13/09

I freeze mine all the time right in the jars, and they keep very well. [NT] - rhoward2va - 12:13am on 09/13/09

me too. I leave about an inch of headspace though. [NT] - AngAk - 4:20am on 09/13/09

Ah ha, maybe you've had exploding spaghetti sauce in the freezer in the past, too ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:07pm on 09/13/09

Freeze with the lids off and then put them back on. No exploding jars that way. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 3:40pm on 09/13/09

yes freeze with lids off but still leave extra space on top---I believe It was exploding stock that - AngAk - 9:38pm on 09/13/09

One time I froze water bathed jars and they didn't explode. I don't - Dawn_MO - 10:29pm on 09/14/09

my six - AngAk - 4:39am on 09/13/09

Good souls like you deserve a good drink after that! I hope your friend recovers soon Ang [NT] - FloriSandy - 5:23am on 09/13/09

he's home this afternoon. head not exploding anymore. still needs lots of quiet and rest. - AngAk - 9:35pm on 09/13/09

Yes, you do! Good neighbor. I just paid $2.49 a gallon and I was thrilled! Lowest in weeks. [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:09pm on 09/13/09

We are over $3 here, have been for a while. [NT] - LisainLA - 5:12pm on 09/13/09

$3.19 here for a week now [NT] - cheezz - 11:47pm on 09/13/09

It's the scrubbing the kitchen clean bit..........well done, lucky neighbour. [NT] - joanietoo - 3:53pm on 09/13/09

Saturday 6 on Sunday..... - joanietoo - 3:15pm on 09/13/09

Wish I were your neighbor............... :)) [NT] - PatBastrop - 5:51pm on 09/13/09

Love Edamame, just cant seem to find any on island, do you buy the frozen packs? [NT] - joanietoo - 3:54pm on 09/13/09

Not this time... I was lucky enough to find them fresh at the store. But [LINK] - DawnNYS - 4:18pm on 09/13/09
joanie, my organic gardening mag says they are very easy to grow. Do you want the article? [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:36pm on 09/13/09

Great, yes please...I did grow some but as with everything I cant.. - joanietoo - 5:52pm on 09/13/09

Will do...PM me your email and I'll scan the article. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:38pm on 09/13/09

Article scanned. I'll be offline starting Friday, so ping me before then. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:21pm on 09/13/09

16172. Cabbage Rolls #1. Sorry for the delay. Word Perfect I had my reciple files in is apparently not - Elenor - 6:02am on 09/13/09 (22)

Oh my, I like the sound of the ham hock in there! Thanks for posting :) [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 6:36am on 09/13/09
This is the exact recipe that we use. True comfort food! [NT] - barb_b - 11:15am on 09/13/09
This is identical to my Ukranian grandma's...without the ham & paprika. - MarilynFL - 2:04pm on 09/13/09

Marilyn, I used the Prgresso tomato soup in my casserole and it was really nice. just saw it and - AngAk - 9:43pm on 09/13/09

So you cook/bake the rolls before you add - DawnNYS - 2:25pm on 09/13/09

D, on my gram's, everything gets in the pot at the same time. Extra cabbage leaves - MarilynFL - 2:28pm on 09/13/09

Thanks,. Yes, I though this was the more conventional way of making them. - DawnNYS - 2:51pm on 09/13/09

Yes, everything simmers together. Barley and soup tip. - Elenor - 5:59pm on 09/13/09

Elenor, that is such a good idea! Thanks for the tip. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:20pm on 09/13/09

How many ounces of juice in your "can of tomato juice"? 14oz? 32oz? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:41am on 09/14/09

32 oz, Steve. I like to have the water/tomato juice liquid about l-1/2 or 2 inches - Elenor - 1:37am on 09/14/09

I'm still using WordPerfect. Nothing quite matches it. Can I help with any converting? [NT] - Marg CDN - 2:01am on 09/14/09

Me too, Wordperfect is my favorite. Happy to help as well. Thank you Elenor for the - Pat-NoCal - 3:10pm on 09/14/09

p.s. I dumped Vista from my laptop, due to the - Pat-NoCal - 5:07pm on 09/14/09

My DH wants me to get rid of my HP laptop and get an Apple. (My HP is only a couple of years old - Elenor - 10:08pm on 09/14/09

Okay, so I didn't *personally* dump it, my IT guy did and then installed - Pat-NoCal - 1:19am on 09/15/09

I'm jealous. Can I send you my laptop to get fixed. [NT] - Elenor - 2:55am on 09/15/09

LOL, sure! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:29pm on 09/15/09

You can run WP on a Mac but it's complicated (see link). However, Word alternatives such as [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 2:20pm on 09/15/09

Thanks everyone. I guess I'll just have to settle for Open Office. [NT] - Elenor - 6:06pm on 09/15/09

Everyone I know who uses it loves it. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 7:40pm on 09/15/09
Elenor, check your private messages. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 12:08pm on 09/16/09

16173. Cabbage Rolls #2 - Bazaar Recipe - Elenor - 6:06am on 09/13/09 (1)

What a clever idea for a church bazaar! [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:56pm on 09/13/09

16174. DawnMO....found/bought 2 packages of Goya Alphabet pasta. Still need them? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:20pm on 09/13/09 (6)

ah...I just scanned the page & see that Pat found the same ones. Still, if you need more, ping me. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:24pm on 09/13/09
Sure Marilyn! I will be using them all year long for the teacher's luncheons. Thanks! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:35pm on 09/13/09

Aww, that's a cute idea. They have them in Walmart, at least here. They are - DawnNYS - 3:09pm on 09/13/09
Packed. Lar will mail out tomorrow. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:38pm on 09/13/09

Oh Marilyn, you have to work on Sunday too?!! Job-security, I guess, but that - DawnNYS - 3:10pm on 09/13/09

Not req'd "this weekend" but we're going out of town next weekend. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:22pm on 09/13/09

16175. Another use for rice pudding: substituting for pastry cream in fruit tarts - MarilynFL - 1:46pm on 09/13/09 (2)

Really, I never would've thought that. I like the sunflower idea though. [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:13pm on 09/13/09

Luckily, it's on the cover of the book. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:16pm on 09/13/09

16176. Another Gail's classic -- Lynn's post "The Best Cabbage Rolls" we love these! - PatBastrop - 3:33pm on 09/13/09 (3)

Pat, This sounds delicious. Must try! [NT] - GayR - 3:49pm on 09/13/09
Pat, these sound like a fun rec for stuffed cabbage. Will give these a try next time. [NT] - barb_b - 4:13pm on 09/13/09
These are also excellent with layers of sauerkraut and tomato juice - KarenNoCA - 5:09pm on 09/13/09

16177. Finnish-Lihakaalilaatikko-Meat and Cabbage Casserole - This sounds amazing! [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 3:46pm on 09/13/09 (12)

Julesong is a poster here too, yes? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:58pm on 09/13/09

Michael, I just did a search for her here and found nothing. [NT] - GayR - 4:11pm on 09/13/09

Isn't that Julie/Wa, at least at the old swap? She always had yummy looking recipes. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:14pm on 09/13/09

Curious1 - After checking her profile on recipezaar. I think you are correct. It looks like Jules/ - GayR - 4:19pm on 09/13/09

If she's the one, I think she posted as Julie R - WA here, but hasn't posted in quite awhile. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:42pm on 09/13/09

Julesong is Julie R-WA and her recipes are wonderful. - Dawn_MO - 8:53pm on 09/13/09

I thought I'd seen that photo she uses for an avatar here on this board. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:10am on 09/14/09

I am dying to know how many Scrabble points you'd get for Lihakaalilaatikko? [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:47pm on 09/13/09

82! [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 4:50pm on 09/13/09
Lol...it would take both blanks to stand in for a couple of k's. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:54pm on 09/13/09
yeah, but it it in the Dictionary?? [NT] - PatBastrop - 5:23pm on 09/13/09

Not in Merriam-Webster's. :( Great word, though. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:49pm on 09/14/09

16178. Would Pat - NoCal, MariaD, or barb_b do the honors of posting this in the T & T? [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 4:38pm on 09/13/09 (3)

Lisa, why don't you do the honor of posting in T&T. So glad you - Pat-NoCal - 4:20pm on 09/14/09

I just want some of the leftovers!! :) [NT] - barb_b - 4:45pm on 09/14/09

Me too!!! :-) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:40am on 09/15/09

16179. What can I do with cold lamb? - Lana in FL - 7:11pm on 09/13/09 (36)

Lamb Quesadillas with Apple mint Salsa - Cindy - 7:36pm on 09/13/09

Thanks Cindy, this sounds delicious. [NT] - Lana in FL - 10:33pm on 09/13/09

Oh he's beautiful! Don't worry, more than likely he will show up after - DawnNYS - 7:42pm on 09/13/09
Oh what a cutie! - Dawn_MO - 8:57pm on 09/13/09
Sometimes cats disappear for a day or two. Hang in. - Sylvia - 9:14pm on 09/13/09

A week? I'd have been climbing the walls! But some ideas, Lana, if you can - DawnNYS - 10:09pm on 09/13/09

Lana I feel for you, I hope to read good news soon [NT] - suz - 3:49pm on 09/14/09

Oh, I hope he comes back! He looks exactly like my Pushkin! [NT] - PatBastrop - 9:28pm on 09/13/09
Thanks for the sympathy and suggestions - Lana in FL - 10:42pm on 09/13/09

Once in HF, Pushkin was gone for a couple of days. My son and I - PatBastrop - 2:16am on 09/14/09

Mine did that too! Found her in the car the next day... they do get themselves into some trouble - DawnNYS - 1:59pm on 09/14/09

Just another thought for the lamb - put a few pieces out on the front porch for Narcissus... - DawnNYS - 2:08pm on 09/14/09

I hope he comes back soon Lana. Have you tried Craig's List? Go to your local Craig's [LINK] - FloriSandy - 10:57pm on 09/13/09
OH dear. How about the neighbours' garages? Mine was in there for 2 days. Also a cold lamb salad - Marg CDN - 1:33am on 09/14/09
Keeping my fingers crossed he'll be back very soon. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:25am on 09/14/09
You were all right! He came back! - Lana in FL - 11:02pm on 09/14/09

EUREKA!!! That's a few new gray hairs for you, I'm sure. Welcome back kitty :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:20pm on 09/14/09
Lana, I am so happy!! What a scare to be missing your lil one! [NT] - barb_b - 12:25am on 09/15/09
A happy end to the day!! [NT] - Marg CDN - 1:09am on 09/15/09
Aw, yay! :) [NT] - ErininNY - 1:47am on 09/15/09
Thank you all for the support! [NT] - Lana in FL - 2:12am on 09/15/09
I'd say Kitty is on lockdown now!!! :o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:12am on 09/15/09
I'm so glad!!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:44am on 09/15/09
Yay!!! I almost couldn't look at this post anymore. I am so glad your - Dawn_MO - 3:08am on 09/15/09
Cooley High Lana!! I've been worried for you! I had a blue long-haired Angora cat named Max - FloriSandy - 4:07am on 09/15/09

Yes, so happy for you and Narcissus, and the rest of the family! [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:28pm on 09/15/09

OMG!!! I'm sooo happy to see this...Please consider keeping your cats indoors... - suz - 12:24pm on 09/15/09

Our 2 rescue siamese were outside cats in HF, and had numerable - PatBastrop - 2:23pm on 09/15/09

Obviously I need to buy some cows! I think it's a cultural thing... - Lana in FL - 11:53pm on 09/15/09

Ours NEVER go out. Experts say you double your cat's life expectancy by keeping them indoors. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:24pm on 09/15/09

Same here, cats are never outside. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 11:29pm on 09/15/09

yes PLEASE!! I get tired of cleaning their poop out of the garden - they never use heir own yard. - cheezz - 2:11am on 09/16/09

Simple enough -- people don't like emptying the litter box!!!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:40am on 09/16/09

I received 2 nice compliment s...a lady told me my house was the first one with cats she'd - Marsha tbay - 3:21am on 09/16/09

I live in NYC so the furthest my girls go is the hallway which they do... - suz - 12:35pm on 09/16/09

Ha, locked in a garage. DH went to work one morning & unknowingly locked someone's two - Curious1 - 4:47pm on 09/16/09

16180. ISO: Spanish Rice recipe - JulieinVa - 8:02pm on 09/13/09 (8)

Two from my to-try list: [NT] - Meryl - 9:12pm on 09/13/09

Spanish Rice I [LINK] - Meryl - 9:13pm on 09/13/09
Spanish Rice II [LINK] - Meryl - 9:14pm on 09/13/09

Julie, Michael's Mexican Rice is very good...and freezes well. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:16pm on 09/13/09

ps: i used canned green chilies, because Anaheims are hard to find here. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:17pm on 09/13/09

Check my notes. I posted the recipe "as written" from Southern Living... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:33am on 09/14/09

Make that, Sunset Cookbook, not Southern Living... [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:25am on 09/14/09

It's not Spanish Rice but the following recipe may help you use up your peppers and tomatoes. - Elenor - 10:37pm on 09/13/09

16181. Need interesting ideas for using Black Olive Tapenade, other than general pasta dishes, sandwiches, - Meryl - 9:58pm on 09/13/09 (8)

Okay, here are a few - Music City Missy - 11:14pm on 09/13/09

Ooh - great ideas - Thanks! [NT] - Meryl - 11:20pm on 09/13/09
absoultely, the pinwheels are terrific. [NT] - Marg CDN - 1:37am on 09/14/09

Lovely as a topping on pork chops. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:36pm on 09/14/09
Toss with hot boiled new potatoes. And check out these Smashed Potatoes with Olive Tapenade. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:43pm on 09/14/09
It's great in place of caviar on these corn madeleines with sour cream [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:49pm on 09/14/09
Goat cheese and sundried tomato tartines...but go easy on the goat cheese [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:02pm on 09/14/09

Thanks for the great ideas, Pat! [NT] - Meryl - 5:34pm on 09/14/09

16182. Has anyone tried Columela extra virgin Olive oil? [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:10pm on 09/13/09 (8)

Cooks Illustrated rated it as the best olive oil. [NT] - Cindy - 10:25pm on 09/13/09

I know! [NT] - Meryl - 10:27pm on 09/13/09

I wasn't much help, I haven't tried it. [NT] - Cindy - 10:34pm on 09/13/09

I have used it for years and it is delicious. I buy the unfiltered when I can get it. [NT] - charlie - 10:46pm on 09/13/09

Thanks, charlie. Is it nice and fruity? [NT] - Meryl - 11:21pm on 09/13/09

(I have a $25 gift certificate from Amazon - am considering ordering this) [NT] - Meryl - 11:22pm on 09/13/09
Yes it is--you'll love it. [NT] - charlie - 2:34am on 09/14/09

Thanks again! [NT] - Meryl - 3:50am on 09/14/09

16183. I have lots and lots of ripe purple grapes, is there anything I can do wih them besides jam or jelly - Cindy - 10:10pm on 09/13/09 (16)

Here are some links for freezing grapes [NT] [LINK] - MandyinUT - 10:26pm on 09/13/09

And one for drying fruits [NT] [LINK] - MandyinUT - 10:28pm on 09/13/09
Thank you! I think I'll freeze some of them. [NT] - Cindy - 10:31pm on 09/13/09

Wine grapes always have pits, but we don't mind. This is made on crushing day REC: Grape Cake... - charlie - 10:40pm on 09/13/09

Thanks Charlie, I may try this next week. [NT] - Cindy - 2:34am on 09/14/09

my sis and I made a grape pie. quite a chore de-seeding the little things, though. [NT] - cheezz - 11:21pm on 09/14/09

we just got the recipe off the net - like this one. It was good and very rich! - cheezz - 11:23pm on 09/14/09

Cheezz [NT] - Cindy - 2:50am on 09/15/09

Wait, here's the rest. This sounds really good, - Cindy - 2:55am on 09/15/09

oh, I just made the BEST streusel topping for zucchini bread >> - cheezz - 2:15am on 09/16/09

Thanks, this sounds wonderful. [NT] - Cindy - 6:36pm on 09/16/09

The recipes at the link look good! [NT] [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 9:08am on 09/16/09

There are some great ideas here! I think I'll spring for a food mill. [NT] - Cindy - 6:39pm on 09/16/09

Schiacciata--first in Sandi's link. My favorite use for purple grapes (and my annual recipe in [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 12:52pm on 09/17/09

"Schiacciata"? I get that in my back sometimes. Hurts like CRAZY! I find a jacuzzi soak helps. ;>D [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 4:47pm on 09/17/09

I hope you love your food mill. I use mine all the time, while the food processor gathers dust. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 12:53pm on 09/17/09

16184. Hi Everyone! Just thought I would post a good recipe for 'Dilly Beans' - MandyinUT - 10:18pm on 09/13/09 (6)

They look wonderful Mandy--thanks [NT] - charlie - 10:32pm on 09/13/09
I'm waiting for my jar to show up... - LisainLA - 11:11pm on 09/13/09

Mandy needs another California sister...I'm in! (heehee) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:45pm on 09/14/09

Welcome to the family (((Pat))) :-) [NT] - LisainLA - 11:38pm on 09/14/09

(((Sis)))!!! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:03am on 09/15/09

I used this recipe for a jar of garlic scapes. Haven't opened it yes - Liz D - 1:56pm on 09/15/09

16185. Rec: Egyptian Bean Stew with Turkey, Chicken, or Lamb - DawnNYS - 10:22pm on 09/13/09 (1)

Mm, this does look very good! [NT] - Lana in FL - 10:44pm on 09/13/09

16186. I don't remember who it was, or when, but this was on my computer so I'm posting it: Soups-in-a-Jar - DawnNYS - 10:59pm on 09/13/09 (1)

What a great idea. I think I'll make up a jar & see how it goes over at our Bazaar meeting - Elenor - 11:26pm on 09/13/09