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15150. Do any of you veterans of Gail's Swap remember Horace P. Osterdonk? I'd love to hear from him again. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:03am on 06/16/09 (24)

Yes, what a riot! I'd love to here from him. [NT] - orchid - 2:13am on 06/16/09

or even hear... [NT] - orchid - 12:02pm on 06/16/09

Used to love his posts! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:31am on 06/16/09
"God blast you everyone and keep you cool enough!" :-D [NT] - LisainLA - 3:07am on 06/16/09
Oh, yes. I remember him. He was a hoot! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:42am on 06/16/09
oh *yeah*, he was really fun. Horace, please come to us! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 3:50am on 06/16/09
Loved it - Earnie - 3:55am on 06/16/09
He was an interesting fellow, to be sure!! Wonder why he didn't jump over? [NT] - PatBastrop - 5:08am on 06/16/09

I have a theory... - Michael in Phoenix - 6:43am on 06/16/09

Are you AKA Horace, Michael? [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:17am on 06/16/09

I still think it's rvb [NT] - orchid - 2:41pm on 06/16/09

No, no, not me! I promise. I think Pat is on to something though! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:31pm on 06/16/09

nope [NT] - rvb - 9:32pm on 06/17/09

hmmmm (scratching chin) V e l l y intel-eh-sting! [NT] - PatBastrop - 12:59pm on 06/16/09

uhhh that was supposed to be posted under Cyn's :} [NT] - PatBastrop - 1:00pm on 06/16/09

We had quite a few "characters" back in the day, LOL! [NT] - woody - 12:19pm on 06/16/09
This one really made me laugh! - orchid - 1:35pm on 06/16/09

oh my gosh, too funny. [NT] - AngAk - 4:17pm on 06/16/09

And whatever happend to Haramid? [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:56pm on 06/16/09

I mean Harimad... [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:53pm on 06/16/09

She had a baby in 2006 and that's the last we heard from her! rvb was in contact... [NT] - cheezz - 11:26pm on 06/16/09

if you go up to the address bar and remove the square at the end, the post will come up. [NT] - AngAk - 4:22pm on 06/16/09

thanks for that, Ang. I couldn't see it. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:29pm on 06/16/09

This is too funny. I was actually thinking about him the other day. - EvaN - 9:53pm on 06/16/09

15151. How do ya'll like the new Leite's Culinaria website redesign? [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 5:48am on 06/16/09 (2)

Looks good. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:33pm on 06/16/09
Nice and roomy. I like the format much better--many more options, articles, etc. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 3:41pm on 06/16/09

15152. ISO Does anyone remember a chat we had a while back about bread sticks with a slice of salami - Marianne - 2:00pm on 06/16/09 (23)

Could it be this thread on Calabrese lollipops antipasto-on-a-stick? [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 2:03pm on 06/16/09

That's it, Pat! Oh my, you are sharp this morning! Many thanks!!!!! [NT] - Marianne - 2:08pm on 06/16/09
Thread mentions that Ang said they get soggy if made ahead. I need to make them one hour before - Marianne - 2:33pm on 06/16/09

I wouldn't. Hilarious comments about what the soggy ones looked like. Wrap pickled asparagus in proc - Janet in NC - 2:50pm on 06/16/09
Yes, I've made them ahead but wrapped the sticks with the herb first, basil or arugula. That - Marg CDN - 3:41pm on 06/16/09
Marianne. I do something similar. Grassini rolled in a bit of soft butter mixed with Parmesan - CynUpstateNY - 4:13pm on 06/16/09

I made the same thing - it's de-lish! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:19am on 06/17/09

one hour should be just fine. I made some the day before and not so good. [NT] - AngAk - 4:18pm on 06/16/09

Same idea from Food&Wine with thin breadsticks. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:21pm on 06/16/09
Report on the Salami Lollipops...Thanks, everyone, for the great suggestions. Here's the results: [LINK] - Marianne - 3:24pm on 06/17/09

And thanks to you for the feta salsa. I have made it several times lately - KC_ - 10:11pm on 06/17/09

and thank you for that middle eastern layered dip. made it last weekend and it was a hit. [NT] - AngAk - 11:34pm on 06/17/09

Glad you liked it, too. The credit goes to Tammy Arcadia CA who posted it here. [NT] - KC_ - 12:30pm on 06/18/09
Yes, this another of my winners. Does that make 3 votes? T&T anyone? [NT] - Marianne - 2:42pm on 06/18/09

Aargh! This "is". [NT] - Marianne - 2:43pm on 06/18/09

Is that the one layered with cream cheese and hummus? If so, YES. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:23pm on 06/18/09

Yes, that's the one. It's at post # 2646, but I can't find it thru Search to link it. [NT] - Marianne - 4:59pm on 06/18/09

Here you go, Middle Eastern Layered Dip (sounds great!!!) [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:07pm on 06/18/09

That's it! How do we get it into T&T? [NT] - Marianne - 5:24pm on 06/18/09

I just now added it noting Tammy's name. - AngAk - 5:36pm on 06/18/09

Thanks, Ang! [NT] - Marianne - 12:44am on 06/19/09

Thank you from me too, made the feta salsa last night and we really - Pat-NoCal - 2:18pm on 06/18/09

Mmm, never thought to use it on veggies...I'll copy your tuna menu for Friday eve. Tks! [NT] - Marianne - 2:30pm on 06/18/09

15153. Sigh....Ready to pick my first big slicer tomato when I go out to water them. - Melissa Dallas - 5:16pm on 06/16/09 (18)

well, this started my day off with a smile! - AngAk - 5:37pm on 06/16/09

I keep trying to tell him to help himself to the pear & cherry tomatoes, just leave - Melissa Dallas - 5:44pm on 06/16/09

Naw, don [NT] - mistral - 6:36pm on 06/16/09

Sorry, let's try again: Don't pick 'em pink. . . - mistral - 6:39pm on 06/16/09

I really need to do that. I've seen recommendations to buy concrete reinforcing wire - Melissa Dallas - 6:48pm on 06/16/09

Awww, you made his day! [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:18pm on 06/16/09

What a lucky dog! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:16am on 06/17/09
Bunnies ate my entire plants, nothing left but a nub. First year I'd tried to grow them. [NT] - desertjean - 2:30am on 06/17/09

Bunny issues--and chipmunks, deer, ground hogs, birds... - Richard in Cincy - 2:13pm on 06/17/09

A good package of advice there. I also use plastic mesh over my pots as they are starting. Keeps - Marg CDN - 2:43pm on 06/17/09
We have self marinating bunnies around here. They love my herb container - desertjean - 8:02pm on 06/17/09

LOL [NT] - AngAk - 11:33pm on 06/17/09

And I had no idea dogs ate tomatoes! [NT] - Curious1 - 3:05pm on 06/17/09

Most pups love fruits and veggies... - Richard in Cincy - 4:25pm on 06/17/09

Carrots are the favorite around here. - desertjean - 10:01pm on 06/17/09
I catered a dinner party Sunday and dessert was Lemon Tart with a bowl of Strawberries on the side. - Joe - 2:19am on 06/19/09

AAAAAHHHH!!!!! Obviously, the guests were NOT cooks or they would know the $$ of those berries! [NT] - cheezz - 4:39am on 06/20/09
Nor did I know they ate carrots or strawberries. I learned something new. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:53pm on 06/21/09

15154. Washington Post's Kim ODonnel: Books you can skink your teeth into [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 6:17pm on 06/16/09 (3)

Yipes! Make that "sink" your teeth into. Sheesh! More coffee please. :) [NT] - Traca - 6:18pm on 06/16/09

I still have "Toast" in the Larder Barter if anyone has a trade :-) [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:40pm on 06/16/09

You're gonna love this, then.... a light evening entertainment :) [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 5:22am on 06/17/09

15155. Rec: Southwestern Chopped Chicken Salad. On July 31, 2008 I posted [LINK] - orchid - 8:17pm on 06/16/09 (0)

15156. Well the visit to the hospital turned out ok What is seen at this point - carol whidbey Is - 8:45pm on 06/16/09 (12)

Well in a way this is good news as it is very treatable and you should be feeling much better really - Heather_in_SF - 10:16pm on 06/16/09
I hope you continue to do better. It can be scary, but as Heather said, it - DawnNYS - 10:55pm on 06/16/09
so good to hear from you. feel better soon. [NT] - AngAk - 11:07pm on 06/16/09

Re: so good to hear from you. feel better soon. - carol whidbey Is - 11:51pm on 06/16/09

That is good news, carol. Try limiting all forms of fat and see if that helps. Did for me. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:09am on 06/17/09
Glad to know you are doing better and that everything is treatable. - deb-in-MI - 1:15am on 06/17/09
I'm glad you're feeling better Carol, I know it can be so uncomfortable. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:13pm on 06/17/09

Thank you all [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 3:33pm on 06/17/09

Relief for Acid Reflux Disease... - Marianne - 4:07pm on 06/17/09

You are right on the wine and or fatty foods the fatty foods I can not do - carol whidbey Is - 4:27pm on 06/17/09
Moi aussi. Oddly though, I'm finding that my red licorice troubles it as well. That is serious. [NT] - Marg CDN - 4:46pm on 06/17/09
Avoid caffeine and especially cola - DawnNYS - 2:45am on 06/19/09

15157. P.S does anyone have a great recipe for Yakisoba - carol whidbey Is - 8:45pm on 06/16/09 (1)

This is one I've been using REC: Yakisoba (Stir-Fried Noodles & Pork)... - charlie - 10:44pm on 06/16/09

15158. The Greek Festival was a little dissapointing - DawnNYS - 11:12pm on 06/16/09 (13)

sounds like bad Greek fast food... I like the cheese pie too - and baklava is a MUST!!! [NT] - cheezz - 11:33pm on 06/16/09
Last time I went to the local Greek Festival at the church - Music City Missy - 11:38pm on 06/16/09
Yes, the coffee is always served sweet--with the "muddy" grounds at the bottom [NT] - charlie - 1:22am on 06/17/09
I love the tomatoey green beans with garbanzos. I've never seen a recipe for it. - Michael in Phoenix - 3:06am on 06/17/09

Does this sound close? Maybe just add some green beans to it? REC: Chickpeas W/ Spinach (Greek) [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 12:19pm on 06/17/09

Ooh, that sounds good. I know you weren't directing this to me, but the Greek beans - DawnNYS - 3:28am on 06/18/09

Oh, here they are, although "Fassolia Gigantes Plaki" wasn't the name they had on the menu [LINK] - DawnNYS - 3:42am on 06/18/09

I love the green beans in tomato sauce that you are served at Greek Restaurants. - KC_ - 1:07pm on 06/18/09

What a pity...ethnic festivals could zip right into the heart of their culture with the aromas. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:51am on 06/17/09
So sad when ethnic festivals sell out like that. The Cincy Festival still has homecooking... [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 3:08pm on 06/17/09

The regulations get you. I'm organizing a festival this weekend too, in our organic community garden - Joe - 4:08pm on 06/17/09
Flaming cheese? I'd like to see that. Sounds like authentic food, nice. [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:22am on 06/18/09

Rec. Gigantes (beans in a tomato sauce) [NT] [LINK] - evelyn-athens - 9:28pm on 06/22/09

15159. The Pasta Pie (inside) turned out to be a hit. I used minced lamb..... - joanietoo - 12:05am on 06/17/09 (4)

This recipe thanx to barb_b [NT] - joanietoo - 12:06am on 06/17/09

I knew the lil ones would enjoy it! Sounds like a great time was had by all! Tx to Olga for the - barb_b - 10:03am on 06/17/09

recipe for the soup? [NT] - AngAk - 5:31pm on 06/17/09

Thanks Ang, I meant to ask her for it yesterday, and got distracted then forgot. - Dawn_MO - 6:21pm on 06/17/09

15160. With the help of my Brazilian friend, I had a wonderful lunch with a terrific salted beef... - cheezz - 5:41am on 06/17/09 (3)

Picanha is probably what it was - sometimes done with just salt - Music City Missy - 3:13pm on 06/17/09
Here you go - here's the base recipe I use but I serve with chimichurri - Music City Missy - 3:17pm on 06/17/09

that's it!!!! picanha!! Thank you so much MCM :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:25am on 06/18/09

15161. REC: Chocolate, pear & pistachio loaves [IMAGE] - vavroom - 7:58am on 06/17/09 (1)

Whoa...that's a triple-header in my book. Thanks, vavroom. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:45am on 06/17/09

15162. Lost all street cred at a dinner the other night.... [LINK] - Traca - 9:50am on 06/17/09 (24)

Traca, I'm with you... - judy-mass - 11:10am on 06/17/09
hehehehehehehe....I can't stop giggling here. Oh, the Horror...the Horror!!! - MarilynFL - 11:12am on 06/17/09

or the sheep's head scene in Angela's Ashes. Ewwwww. [NT] - AngAk - 5:42pm on 06/17/09

Traca, Loved reading your experience ... noticed in the picture a diner with his fork or whatever - GayR - 11:56am on 06/17/09

The guy with the fork? Works for Pearl Jam. Friends of the owner, I assume. :) [NT] - Traca - 8:20pm on 06/17/09

Things can get a little awkward when eating what my wife's elders prepare... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:44pm on 06/17/09
LOL, what an evening. I don't mind fish heads on my fish but I'm used to them lying helpless on the - Joe - 1:58pm on 06/17/09

Kind of has a baroque grandeur to it , nicht? : ) [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:51pm on 06/17/09

That dinner looked a little too organic for my tastes. Ewwwwwwwwwwww! [NT] - Sylvia - 2:15pm on 06/17/09
Always the odd ball, I thought the dinner sounded fabulous! LOL [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:20pm on 06/17/09
DH had that experience in China. The eyes are considered a delicacy. - Curious1 - 2:46pm on 06/17/09
I'm with you.... "Ewww. Eww. Eww" [NT] - cheezz - 3:28am on 06/18/09
Oh my, eyeballs. I really prefer my fishies with a discrete lemon sunglasses/helmet accessory, - Heather_in_SF - 6:45am on 06/18/09
When I was in China, the waiter would display a gorgeous whole fish (I don't mind the eyes) and then - aajay - 3:04pm on 06/18/09
hey, this vision could be our new "foil helmet" for when we need to really avoid a decadent recipe. - AngAk - 5:41pm on 06/18/09

You try that, hon, and let us know how it works for you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:50pm on 06/18/09
LOL - give it the ol' fisheye, eh? :-D [NT] - LisainLA - 9:52pm on 06/19/09

Wonderful review of dinner. You have my complete sympathies. NT [NT] - elaine - 3:55am on 06/19/09
***shudder*** [NT] - Mimi - 4:21pm on 06/20/09
EWWWWWwwwwWwwwWwwww no thank you. I had a fish stare-down trauma as a child and never recovered - MariaDNoCA - 3:16am on 06/21/09

"Holy craptastic!" You're an awesome storyteller! I was reading this wondering what - Traca - 7:47pm on 06/21/09

dear child...picture your scenario, only trapped on a small boat with a live flopping wheezing fish. - MarilynFL - 6:13pm on 06/22/09
Craptastic is my new favorite made-up word. - MariaDNoCA - 1:40am on 06/27/09

Ahhh, excellent. :)))) But good for you for downing it all--and giving a soundbite afterwards! [NT] - ErininNY - 12:12pm on 06/21/09

15163. Very interesting. My email spell checker didn't like "Carbonara" - Richard in Cincy - 2:36pm on 06/17/09 (7)

How fitting. I wonder what an Italian spell checker might suggest for an error. [NT] - Marg CDN - 2:40pm on 06/17/09
This is REALLY funny! Thanks, Richard, for the laugh of the day! [NT] - Marianne - 4:11pm on 06/17/09

Ha, I keep LOL at my desk when I think about this post. too funny. - AngAk - 6:04pm on 06/17/09

My cousin was trying to send me one of his recipes and it kept changing proscuitto to >> prostitute. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:37pm on 06/17/09

Some folks will sell their...uhm...soul, yeh soul, that's it!!...for a good recipe. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:29pm on 06/17/09

LOL [NT] - joanietoo - 7:22pm on 06/17/09
When I run spell check on something with my last name in it the suggestion is degenerate. - Melissa Dallas - 12:24pm on 06/18/09

15164. NFR Does anyone know Adobe Reader 9. I am trying to edit my - carol whidbey Is - 3:36pm on 06/17/09 (6)

carol, you can't edit in Reader. You need the entire application to do that. - MarilynFL - 4:25pm on 06/17/09

MarilynFL just sent you a PM [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 4:41pm on 06/17/09

Make that e-mail [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 4:51pm on 06/17/09

edited and reattached. see your email. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:39pm on 06/17/09

Thank you again Marilyn for all your help. [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 6:16pm on 06/17/09

You're welcome. Best of luck. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:30pm on 06/17/09

15165. Absolutely gorgeous and tasty Gazpacho on Pioneer Woman blog. Check it out! [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:16pm on 06/17/09 (8)

Speaking of PW, we made her Spinach Salad with hot bacon dressing... - MarilynFL - 4:34pm on 06/17/09
Thanks for the recommendation. And it took me way too long to figure out the cutting board has - Curious1 - 4:49pm on 06/17/09

Ha! It looks like a laminated bamboo board. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:10pm on 06/17/09

Yes, and prefectly plain if you start at the top, but I first looked at the garlic and onion pics. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:23pm on 06/17/09

Gazpacho report: I made a batch tonight. - Michael in Phoenix - 2:34am on 06/18/09

I like to add a can of consomme. Gives it a little body as it chills and nice flavor too. - Janet in NC - 6:27pm on 06/18/09
Thanks for the report. I usually reduce the sugar in these kind of recipesThis one I will do w/o NT [NT] - elaine - 4:02am on 06/19/09

My Gazpacho - Earnie - 3:04am on 06/18/09

15166. Rec: Spicy Seared Chipotle Shrimp with Zucchini and Chorizo. Made this for dinner last night, it's [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:38pm on 06/17/09 (9)

Another good recipe from FC...Marinated Peaches. I skipped the whipped cream, served with ice cream [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:44pm on 06/17/09
Forgot to say I served the shrimp with LisainLA's (and Julia's) Saffron Rice. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 5:20pm on 06/17/09
this shrimp sounds wonderful. I have some chipotle in the freezer that needs to be used. thanks. [NT] - AngAk - 6:03pm on 06/17/09
Mmmmmm, Hmmmmmmm :) [NT] - joanietoo - 7:36pm on 06/17/09
LDP. That looks mouth watering Curious. [NT] - FloriSandy - 8:27pm on 06/17/09
The dish looks great, but I have a question?? - suz - 9:21pm on 06/17/09

Hi Suz, yes it's the Spanish chorizo. I don't know why recipes don't differentiate, Cutting it in - Curious1 - 9:44pm on 06/17/09

Thank you, yes small dice would be a clue, I didn't notice that in the directions.. - suz - 8:56pm on 06/18/09

Dinner tomorrow night - Earnie - 3:13am on 06/18/09

15167. Squash Blossoms!!! - Kathleen - 6:33pm on 06/17/09 (3)

You can pan fry them if you don't like deep frying. Put a little mozzarella or fontina inside, with - Shaun in TO - 7:04pm on 06/17/09
Stuff w/ ravioli -type stuffing, bake w/ a spritz of water, serve w/ spag sauce& cheese [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 3:45pm on 06/18/09
K, I checked my big Italian book and my big vegetable recipe book and both tempura-fry them. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:27pm on 06/18/09

15168. Broccoli Soup..... - joanietoo - 7:15pm on 06/17/09 (0)

15169. I was intrigued to see on a cooking program last evening that the best way to deal with an onion is - joanietoo - 7:21pm on 06/17/09 (2)

drool, drool, drool and pass the Lipitor Marilyn, aka Cordelia. [NT] - AngAk - 7:47pm on 06/17/09

ooops, this was under the Broccoli soup, don't know wha's up with this. [NT] - AngAk - 7:48pm on 06/17/09

15170. Watercress and Duck Salad..... - joanietoo - 7:30pm on 06/17/09 (6)

Duck salad!! How could you, Joanie??!!! [NT] - FloriSandy - 5:11am on 06/18/09

With a knife and fork? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:54am on 06/18/09

[chuckle. chuckle. out-right laugh.] [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:30am on 06/18/09

I know, I know.......and I keep some as pets..... - joanietoo - 12:47pm on 06/18/09

I have one thing to say to ALL three of you.... - FloriSandy - 2:56pm on 06/18/09

joanie, your signature line quacks me up! [NT] - AngAk - 5:44pm on 06/18/09

15171. Elderflower and Lemon Vodka Martini.... - joanietoo - 7:34pm on 06/17/09 (1)

Please pass that shaker, I can tell there is a slosh left in there with my name on it... [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 6:48am on 06/18/09

15172. Had family visiting this last week, took them to Pike's and keep see garlic spears - carol whidbey Is - 9:30pm on 06/17/09 (6)

Are you seeing garlic scapes or garlic chives? - judy-mass - 12:15am on 06/18/09

They look like Aspargus small and thin with a closed blossum at the top [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 12:58pm on 06/18/09

Photo of garlic scapes [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 9:56pm on 06/18/09

Nope not scapes they take the scapes from them. [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 10:01pm on 06/18/09

Need to buy a clue. Are you referring to different sections of a plant that's harvested? [NT] - Traca - 4:18am on 06/20/09

Those look like my chives! with purple, spikey flowers on the tops [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:10am on 06/19/09

15173. Looking for Cherry Recipes? [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 9:53pm on 06/17/09 (7)

Oooh, those cherry fritters look good. Wonder if I could use some jarred sour cherries that I - DawnNYS - 8:27pm on 06/18/09
The blue cheese cherry spread does it for me! Cherries are just in here. Question though - the - elaine - 4:15am on 06/19/09

Hmm, yeah, that's wierd. I'd say 1/4 cup, or 1/4 pound. They're about the same, right? - DawnNYS - 2:02am on 06/20/09

Wrong! LOL According to this chart, 1 lb unpitted cherries is equivalent to 1 3/4 cups pitted, so [LINK] - Meryl - 2:14am on 06/20/09

Hey! I already posted a chart from another site, and according to them, 1 lb cherries is equivalent [LINK] - Meryl - 2:17am on 06/20/09

Ha, like grated cheese, equivalency can vary greatly recipe to recipe. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:59pm on 06/21/09

Let's see... my mother says "a pint's a pound" (of water) so assuming that cherries are - DawnNYS - 2:58pm on 06/25/09

15174. Miso Apple Muffin - Earnie - 3:31am on 06/18/09 (1)

Not a clue! But nice to see you again Earnie! [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:31pm on 06/18/09

15175. Pics from the big BBQ weekend in NYC -- did you make it, SandraNY? [NT] [LINK] - PatBastrop - 4:59am on 06/18/09 (11)

Wow! I wish I was there to sample! Looks like an awesome lineup of BBQ delicacies! [NT] - FloriSandy - 5:08am on 06/18/09
Love the BBQ sauce fountain!! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:53am on 06/18/09
Wow, those pics made my mouth water; even at 6:30 am!... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:30pm on 06/18/09
Thanks for posting - Pat Martin is just down the road from me.... [LINK] - Music City Missy - 2:50pm on 06/18/09

I agree about the Salt Lick, at least the one in Driftwood, TX. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:37am on 06/19/09

and Austin - cheezz - 4:41am on 06/20/09

Great site--I, also, loved the bbq fountain. [NT] - aajay - 2:59pm on 06/18/09
We stumbled on it a few years ago. At the end they just GIVE everything left away. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:37pm on 06/18/09
Warning! this will make you crave BBQ desperately. for breakfast. I need that fish photo to look - AngAk - 5:50pm on 06/18/09
Yay Dinosaur! [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:43pm on 06/18/09
Yes, we made it... - Sandra in New York - 11:56pm on 06/18/09

15176. I need an intervention. Tonight's dinner was appalling.... - Heather_in_SF - 6:54am on 06/18/09 (14)

Sounds ok to me, except - CynUpstateNY - 8:18am on 06/18/09

lol [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:33pm on 06/18/09

I love those days...I think Chips count as potatoes; there was cucumber in the dip and grapes in the - barb_b - 10:03am on 06/18/09

I want Barb on my side for the Nutritional Triangle Triathlon. Like how that girl thinks. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:28am on 06/18/09

Well now, dont feel bad, you did not fry any of your supper.. [NT] - joanietoo - 12:50pm on 06/18/09
I see lots of calcium in that dinner, something we need to keep our bones strong :) [NT] - desertjean - 1:33pm on 06/18/09
Diabetes has been somewhat of a blessing for me. I have to eat real food or I don't feel right. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:39pm on 06/18/09
Hey, just look at it as, veggie, milk and grapes! Today is another day - KarenNoCA - 2:30pm on 06/18/09
Plop that dip on a baked potato, have a dark chocolate candy bar, and - DawnNYS - 8:36pm on 06/18/09

And could definately beat you some days... peanut butter on mini-blueberry - DawnNYS - 8:39pm on 06/18/09

I think that I will hop on the bus to the store and buy a chicken.... I'm feeling the need for - Heather_in_SF - 9:06pm on 06/18/09

Or trade some of your biscotti at the Larder Barter! [NT] - Meryl - 12:46am on 06/19/09

How could you use just okay wine. You def. needed a new bottle with the menu. NT [NT] - elaine - 4:17am on 06/19/09

The 4 food groups: sugar, starch, grease, and burnt crunchy bits....according to Terry Pratchett. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:51pm on 06/19/09

15177. Came across this interesting recipe via Tastespotting. REC: Gyoza/Potsticker/Dumpling/Egg Yolk [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 3:06pm on 06/18/09 (10)

Thanks - climbhighak - 6:40pm on 06/18/09

Hi and welcome. Are you from Alaska? :o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:12pm on 06/18/09

Yep - climbhighak - 8:24pm on 06/18/09

Nan and Ang are from there too - I think I'd enjoy the weather - DawnNYS - 8:29pm on 06/18/09
Well welcome to another Alaskan!!! Great board here. [NT] - cheezz - 10:35pm on 06/18/09
Hi there climbhighak. I'm in the Anc area. Nan in Ketchikan. we have a Brian too, but he's been - AngAk - 12:00am on 06/19/09
Professionals? - climbhighak - 12:04am on 06/22/09

we have just a few professionals. mostly just folks who love cooking, and eating. [NT] - AngAk - 6:30pm on 06/22/09
we run the gamut from those who want to dress up their Campbells soup, to real chefs [NT] - cheezz - 11:24pm on 06/22/09

just requires a love of food :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:25pm on 06/22/09

15178. So what are you making for Father's Day? - Music City Missy - 4:26pm on 06/18/09 (17)

Baby backs on the water smoker, plus corn on the cob. Basic comfort food! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:34pm on 06/18/09

Were doing baby backs too! (although no smoker...:( [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:47pm on 06/18/09

When I am craving ribs but the bank account won't allow for baby backs, I get... - Michael in Phoenix - 11:13pm on 06/18/09

I'm the pastry chef @ home, so its strawberry cream cake [NT] - oli - 7:39pm on 06/18/09
Gonna head for the beach.....very pricey so we share one thing between us..... - joanietoo - 8:11pm on 06/18/09

gosh, this should be a commercial for your island. I'd book a ticket in a minute. [NT] - AngAk - 12:02am on 06/19/09
Sounds like heaven to me, joanie! [NT] - PatBastrop - 1:31pm on 06/20/09

Reservations! Doing a double header.......celebrating DH's sister's birthday and Father's Day. [NT] - Sylvia - 10:25pm on 06/18/09
Big surprise here, Mexican! - Dawn_MO - 11:56pm on 06/18/09

What time? ;-) [NT] - Curious1 - 1:05am on 06/19/09
Sounds wonderful...happy farthers day dear Dads (Grandfathers in this case) [NT] - joanietoo - 1:14pm on 06/20/09

ooops .... father's [NT] - joanietoo - 1:15pm on 06/20/09

Okay, I am a complete putz. - Dawn_MO - 9:52pm on 06/21/09

I like that - flexible! Sounds like you have a Miracle Rum Cake and Mexican Coleslaw :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:03pm on 06/21/09

Okay, some loved the cole slaw and some loved the cake. - Dawn_MO - 4:24am on 06/22/09

chicken masala, basmati rice, mango chutney. Flan with fresh raspberries from Costco! [NT] - PatBastrop - 1:30pm on 06/20/09
Mom is hosting..She asked for Bonnie's buffalo dip, corn salad and a hot pizza dip. [NT] - barb_b - 9:40pm on 06/20/09

15179. MarFL your amil boxis full....I need help with Adobe Reader 9....please anyone. [NT] - joanietoo - 6:35pm on 06/18/09 (8)

dont know what an amil boxis is? ...why - it is a mail box.... :0 [NT] - joanietoo - 6:36pm on 06/18/09

joanie, check again. I just emptied out 99 messages about 40 minutes ago. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:24pm on 06/18/09

j, check PM...I sent a few suggestions. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:42pm on 06/18/09

Ta!...replying... [NT] - joanietoo - 7:56pm on 06/18/09

Sounds like something that should be grown in a hot-house. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:16pm on 06/19/09

or in the basement under lights! [NT] - AngAk - 11:52pm on 06/19/09

Made you famous Marilyn :) [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 9:35pm on 06/18/09

Is that better---or worse---than being infamous? [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:15pm on 06/19/09

15180. To check out: Tin Roof Ice Cream - (adapted from David Lebovitz) [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:55pm on 06/18/09 (0)

15181. For Jack - Rec: Salmon Burgers - DawnNYS - 8:56pm on 06/18/09 (1)

Thank you for posting this. I was planning to make myself a salmon burger - deb-in-MI - 11:36pm on 06/18/09

15182. I am thinking of making this tonight, Chicken in Milk. [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 9:10pm on 06/18/09 (11)

I've done this with pork roast, which is Italian, I think. Kinda funny, the first time I did it, I - Curious1 - 9:43pm on 06/18/09
Ohh looks good - I love Italian pork in milk. Let us know how it turns out - Music City Missy - 10:23pm on 06/18/09
Heather I have tried several Jamie recipes and they were all wonderful, go for it! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 1:18am on 06/19/09
My Indian cookbook has a dish for lamb cooked in milk that I've been wanting to try. I agree with - FloriSandy - 3:27am on 06/19/09
Looking forward to your report!! I use coconut milk why not plain milk? [NT] - suz - 3:52pm on 06/19/09
Did I tell you I did a morning at his Recipease 2 weeks ago? Quite an interesting.... - joanietoo - 1:26pm on 06/20/09

I think that same concept is done here in the states, I remember there's one in the Dallas area, - Curious1 - 5:04pm on 06/21/09

Well I'm going to try it t [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 4:01am on 06/21/09

Oops, I'm trying this tomorrow - Thursday night didn't work out with this recipe, - Heather_in_SF - 4:07am on 06/21/09

Waiting with anticipation of a good report! [NT] - suz - 1:39pm on 06/21/09
I nevah mention what it is cooked in/with (if it is pretty ordinary sort of ingredients) until ..... - joanietoo - 2:19am on 06/22/09

15183. I have been wanting to ask this question for a long time ;-) - EvaN - 10:02pm on 06/18/09 (56)

Obviously this isn't directed at ME {{pats thighs}}... but it helps to have ONE piece - cheezz - 10:41pm on 06/18/09

Me neither. LOL. My freezer is almost completely filled with leftover muffins, cake slices, - Meryl - 10:55pm on 06/18/09

Honestly, it's amazing what tastes good straight from the freezer... that doesn't help me! [NT] - cheezz - 11:56pm on 06/18/09

and plantar fasciitis, arthritis in the hips-toes-hands, 2 compressed discs, and carpal tunnel - - cheezz - 11:58pm on 06/18/09

Drag! I can definitely relate. How about swimming? [NT] - Meryl - 12:40am on 06/19/09

almost drowned when I was 14.... can't get me back in the water [NT] - cheezz - 1:08am on 06/20/09

Hey - we must be twins - I almost drowned around that age also! [NT] - Meryl - 1:15am on 06/20/09

They just can't get rid of us that easily :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:42am on 06/20/09

Must be the chocolate! [NT] - Meryl - 5:21am on 06/20/09

Oh, have I got a shoe for you! [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 4:44pm on 06/20/09

Whoa! Yup, expensive, but you know when you're hurting the cost doesn't seem so bad :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:06pm on 06/20/09

Yes, they are $$$$ but get fitted then go ebay... - MariaDNoCA - 7:18pm on 06/20/09

I have these too! I've turned on several friends to these . - SusanKentfieldCa - 12:09am on 06/21/09

I called VS and they only carry FitFlops thru the catalog... I'll try Nordstrom as I'd love - cheezz - 12:30am on 06/21/09

Nordstrom's will match the price sold elsewhere! (I don't work for them). [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:35pm on 06/24/09
I found them at Lady FootLocker and Macys... the heel is very hard so I'm not sure.... [NT] - cheezz - 11:06pm on 06/24/09

These look great -- I'm going tomorrow to try and find them... - MariaDNoCA - 2:14am on 06/21/09

here's a recent article about fitflops from web md [LINK] - SusanKentfieldCa - 4:56pm on 06/21/09

Well drat, yesterday Macy's was having a sale! [NT] - cheezz - 11:04pm on 06/21/09

I love my MBTs!!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:33pm on 06/24/09

Ha! I know what you mean! Cookies and brownies, yes, but I draw the line at cakes and muffins! [NT] - Meryl - 12:39am on 06/19/09
Amen, sisters. It sure does! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:36am on 06/19/09

I bake at least 3 to 5 times a month in the "off season", and much more, of course,... - Michael in Phoenix - 11:06pm on 06/18/09

Now see... you should have THAT pic as your icon... you're a much better looking guy :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:00am on 06/19/09

You're a sweetie. I love those Chuck Norrisisms. I laugh myself silly on those things. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:10am on 06/19/09

Is that your DW in the background? You look very athletic! [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:54am on 06/19/09

No Dawn, that's a stranger. I'm in line at Disneyland! The purple elbow... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:09am on 06/19/09

Eva, I bake very often, it is my passion. I bring lots of it to work and so does DH. - Barbara in VA - 12:55am on 06/19/09
Eva, I have wondered the same thing. As I get older, 5 extra lbs follow me around. I do without - Curious1 - 1:01am on 06/19/09

A girl after my own heart. LOL [NT] - FloriSandy - 3:20am on 06/19/09
Dang - it's following me too. And mine is due to wine and carbs... - deb-in-MI - 10:41am on 06/19/09

Eva, I only bake when I can.... - judy-mass - 1:40am on 06/19/09

I've wondered that too - DawnNYS - 2:02am on 06/19/09

I love to bake and offer to make cakes for anyone and everyone. Recently I had 4 cakes in my .... - elaine - 4:25am on 06/19/09
From Mayto Oct I bake at least 3 times a week - mainly for my parents - deb-in-MI - 10:40am on 06/19/09
I bake. I get fat. I accept it. I don't seem to have a shut-off valve - MarilynFL - 12:20pm on 06/19/09

Oh Marilyn, that's terrible about WW. How unsensitive they can be, but - DawnNYS - 2:46pm on 06/19/09
Marilyn, I'm so sorry - the doctor you went to was sick! Yes, him! - EvaN - 3:10pm on 06/19/09
Marilyn, you're not fat. That WW lady was wrong in her advice. We need good fat so it's good you're - Marsha tbay - 4:57pm on 06/19/09
Excuse me but did you guys airbrush the photo at Cypress Gardens? - CynUpstateNY - 5:55pm on 06/19/09

sorry for that. I just..burst out with TMI. Actually I'm okay with me now...wish I - MarilynFL - 6:25pm on 06/19/09
Aww gee thanks Cyn! You are so right, except I look fatTER because - FloriSandy - 6:31pm on 06/19/09

You are not fat and I told you so in person. Remember?? Sim-ma-ma-ma-ma down now! [NT] - FloriSandy - 7:12pm on 06/19/09
Big hugs to you, Marilyn [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:00pm on 06/19/09
Oh Marilyn, I know what you are going through... [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 10:33pm on 06/19/09
lovely Cordelia---enjoy each day. [NT] - AngAk - 11:57pm on 06/19/09
I personally believe in and am grateful for the "ideal Renaissance Beauty". - KC_ - 12:26am on 06/20/09
Well, you're among friends, so let it out!! I GAINED.... yes, you read that right... 5 lbs. on WW - cheezz - 1:15am on 06/20/09

And I gained on Nutrasystems...(come sit by me!)... - MariaDNoCA - 5:22pm on 06/20/09

HA! Round pegs in square holes... love it! I've always been a cage-rattler :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:07pm on 06/20/09
I had a horrible experience in the early days of Nutrasystem too. they were awful mean. and wanted - AngAk - 6:45pm on 06/22/09

I could try to add up all the pounds I have lost and gained back but then I would need therapy. And - PatBastrop - 3:01am on 06/20/09
Muscle is heavier than fat and mine is all muscle. That's my story and I'm sticking to it! [NT] - aajay - 9:49pm on 06/20/09
I say I have the "Flemish Farm Girl" look. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:13am on 06/22/09

or "traditionally built", like Precious Ramotswa from #1 Ladies' Det Agency. [NT] - AngAk - 6:42pm on 06/22/09

A friend once told me I wasn't heavy, I was "cuddly." [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:07pm on 06/22/09

15184. There was a link recently about making smores for a crowd.... help! [NT] - cheezz - 11:54pm on 06/18/09 (10)

It wasn't the semifredo posted by Eva... the top was covered with broiled mini marshmallows [NT] - cheezz - 12:02am on 06/19/09

Ah HA!! Answered my own question... here it is - perfect for the 4th >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 12:03am on 06/19/09

They sound good but "broil 10 min. 2 inches from the broiler"? Sounds long. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:39am on 06/19/09

Yes, I agree -- but the really blackened crispy marshmallows are traditional I think? *g* [NT] - cheezz - 1:18am on 06/20/09
Alice brought these to a potluck recently. I agree, 10 mins is too long, but like other SMORES - Traca - 4:14am on 06/20/09

I'm with your mom - I'm a burn 'em and eat 'em gal [NT] - cheezz - 4:44am on 06/20/09

Ah haaa! Now I understand. Let us know if you make them, please, Jane. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 9:29am on 06/20/09
I'm in that camp too! [NT] - Traca - 2:01pm on 06/20/09
Na, it's "burn 'em, drop em, pick em up, eat em & sear the roof off your mouth." [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:24pm on 06/20/09

oh yeah - dirt around the campfire adds that necessary picant flavor! [NT] - cheezz - 12:36am on 06/21/09

15185. REC: Grilled Tahini Chicken with Eggplant and Mushrooms over Soba Noodles - Barbara in VA - 1:15am on 06/19/09 (2)

Oh yum! Would you believe I finally found and bought toasted sesame oil at - FloriSandy - 3:16am on 06/19/09

Hi Sandy, hope you like it! I used the low sodium soy also, I have a jug of it from Costco. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 9:54am on 06/19/09

15186. FRC (sort of): We just moved into a new place.... - Scott in Scottsdale - 4:10am on 06/19/09 (13)

I have so many magnetted things on the actual refrigerator door that it is hard to tell - Joe - 4:12am on 06/19/09
I remember from when I got my frig that they insisted that it be .... - elaine - 4:29am on 06/19/09
Matchbooks under the side of the door that it is leaning to? - Dawn_MO - 5:03am on 06/19/09
P.S. I made a large batch of your spaghetti sauce tonight to freeze, Delish! - Dawn_MO - 5:09am on 06/19/09

I'm glad you like it. [NT] - Scott in Scottsdale - 5:48pm on 06/19/09

Scott, if you can't adjust the refrigerator leveling feet get... - Michael in Sarasota - 11:07am on 06/19/09

That sounds like what I'm looking for. Thank you. [NT] - Scott in Scottsdale - 5:43pm on 06/19/09

You also might try tightening the screws holding the door in place. - MarilynFL - 11:52am on 06/19/09

I actually don't mind that it swings open. I just don't like it banging the wall. [NT] - Scott in Scottsdale - 5:44pm on 06/19/09

And, I'd rather have it swing open than swing closed. [NT] - Scott in Scottsdale - 5:45pm on 06/19/09

ok, why am I humming "swing low, sweet chariot" all of a sudden?! [NT] - cheezz - 1:21am on 06/20/09

lol :) [NT] - joanietoo - 1:39pm on 06/20/09

Au contraire, I don't have to think about closing it when my hands are full! [NT] - aajay - 9:44pm on 06/20/09

15187. Dawn MO I made your Spicy Chinese Pork Tenderloin last night WOW!!!!!!!! - Brooksie - 11:18am on 06/19/09 (8)

Where can I find this recipe, please!? [NT] - suz - 1:12pm on 06/19/09

Suz, here it is! I needed a copy too! [NT] [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 1:39pm on 06/19/09

Thank you! [NT] - suz - 3:41pm on 06/19/09
Thanks, Barbara - this will be on our menu within the next week! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:57pm on 06/19/09

I used the marinade with chicken breasts and although it was good I felt it was missing something. - Sylvia - 10:59pm on 06/19/09

Or maybe a little rice vinegar as Michael suggested. - Dawn_MO - 12:20pm on 06/20/09

I thought of rice vinegar as well. The marinade needs a touch of sharpness. [NT] - Sylvia - 1:34pm on 06/20/09

Thanks Brooksie, I really liked it too. - Dawn_MO - 12:25pm on 06/20/09

15188. I have a food storage question, and hope you can help. - KC_ - 1:27pm on 06/19/09 (6)

I heard that works, but they need to stay in freezer (zero) for 3 weeks. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 1:40pm on 06/19/09

We just bought a new Breville toaster. I've never paid so much $ for a toaster but we're very happy. - Marsha tbay - 4:48pm on 06/19/09

Sorry, some how this msg got posted up here, it should be posted on the next msg. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 4:49pm on 06/19/09

THREE WEEKS!! Wow. Guess I better find a lot of room in the freezer. Thanks for the quick reply. [NT] - KC_ - 6:29pm on 06/19/09

I have been putting all items containing flour in my freezer when - BobbiJoAZ - 2:41pm on 06/19/09

Thanks, Bobbi Jo. I'll start with 3 days, and then keep a close eye on everything. Thank you. [NT] - KC_ - 6:32pm on 06/19/09

15189. Toaster report.... - Luisa_Calif - 3:07pm on 06/19/09 (11)

I'd check the settings and make sure you didn't have it set on 'carbonator'. If the settings were - Pat-NoCal - 3:41pm on 06/19/09
Luisa, some how my post about toasters ended up in the message above [NT] - Marsha tbay - 4:48pm on 06/19/09
We recently bought a new toaster, but it was Brand X - a store brand for $9. - KC_ - 6:37pm on 06/19/09
Sounds like a fire hazard to me. I'd take it right back! - PatBastrop - 4:52am on 06/20/09

A friend told me last night that's how her kitchen caught fire last year. The toaster went - Pat-NoCal - 2:08pm on 06/20/09

EEK! ANd my husband just asked me why I always pull the toaster out from directly under - Luisa_Calif - 4:44pm on 06/20/09

BTW second atempt at toast, turned down to lowest setting also carbonized - Luisa_Calif - 4:46pm on 06/20/09

Bought another one yesterday, different store, different brand. THIS one works! YAY! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 1:56pm on 06/21/09

Yay! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:15pm on 06/21/09

I walked through my aunt's kitchen one day and the toaster oven was on fire -- she wasn't even using - PatBastrop - 5:35pm on 06/20/09

I try to remember to unplug too, although my husband makes fun of me for doing it... [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 1:55pm on 06/21/09

15190. Off today to learn how to make nacatamales from future in-laws.... - Luisa_Calif - 3:27pm on 06/19/09 (7)

Future in-laws? Congratulations, Luisa. How wonderful for you - and lucky for them. [NT] - KC_ - 6:39pm on 06/19/09
Congratulations Luisa. Please share the method after you learn it, - LisainLA - 9:42pm on 06/19/09

It's a LOT of work!!! All day long, even my husband got involved. - Luisa_Calif - 5:42am on 06/20/09
Here is a recipe that I googled and found. They sound wonderful! [NT] [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 12:33pm on 06/20/09

I'm pretty sure i would not attempt these on myown without many more lessons (inwhich I WRITE DOWN . - Luisa_Calif - 4:42pm on 06/20/09

mmmmmm!! What fun! We used to have them for Christmas Eve in Guatemala. YUMMMM [NT] - PatBastrop - 12:53am on 06/20/09
Congrats to you, Luisa! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:08am on 06/20/09

15191. Have a look at this interesting blog - Brooklyn Farm House - Some wonderful recipes! [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 4:39pm on 06/19/09 (2)

Nice website. I like that they have all the 'basics' on the left frame... like boiling an egg [NT] - cheezz - 1:26am on 06/20/09

I remember an Ina Garten recipe, I think for salmon Nicoise salad, that someone got irate that she - AngAk - 6:50pm on 06/22/09

15192. On a whim I purchased Judith Jones's "The Tenth Muse," and I am loving reading it. The book also - GayR - 5:40pm on 06/19/09 (3)

Here is a wonderful article by Sheryl Julian of the Boston Globe - Pub. 9./26/07 on Editor Judith [LINK] - GayR - 6:04pm on 06/19/09

What a coincidence, I just got this book for my birthday, - rhoward2va - 6:29pm on 06/19/09

I hope you enjoy the book as much as I am. [NT] - GayR - 9:12pm on 06/19/09

15193. so now what?? I can get here on DH's PC but mine keeps saying the link is broken [NT] - joanietoo - 7:26pm on 06/19/09 (13)

Yep, me too. I finally got here by following the Google cached text only which - orchid - 7:37pm on 06/19/09
Delete the link you have saved on your machine and . . . - mistral - 7:42pm on 06/19/09

I have just now been able to get to the FK site with Google. It also kept - orchid - 7:49pm on 06/19/09
I had problems early this morning, but my normal link has been working since then. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:52pm on 06/19/09

Same here - Earnie - 8:04pm on 06/19/09

I had trouble for about an hour this morning. Been fine the rest of the day. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 9:58pm on 06/19/09

same here [NT] - AngAk - 12:08am on 06/20/09

I had trouble this morning too, but figured Mimi was working on it.... [NT] - PatBastrop - 12:58am on 06/20/09
I couldn't get on yesterday at all. It made me really nervous! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 12:22pm on 06/20/09

Me too, what happens if I loose you all. [NT] - joanietoo - 1:10pm on 06/20/09

OH and everything is back to normal this am, without me changing anything. [NT] - joanietoo - 1:12pm on 06/20/09
Go to Epicurious.com. I am sure someone would post over there where eveyone was headed. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:54pm on 06/20/09

That's a good idea. Like having an agreed upon place to meet in case of fire. LOL [NT] - aajay - 4:13pm on 06/20/09

15194. nfrc...I have been given a beautiful off-white linen dress that looks like it has rust spots all - Marsha tbay - 10:19pm on 06/19/09 (4)

Bleach sets rust stains, so definitely not that. Here is an interesting thread [LINK] - LisainLA - 11:03pm on 06/19/09
Also if it is off white the bleach may discolor it. The advice in the link sounds good. Thx. NT [NT] - elaine - 4:52am on 06/20/09
What about Oxy-clean? Can you do a test on, say, an inseam? [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:25am on 06/21/09

Thank you, Lisa and Marilyn for these ideas. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 1:27am on 06/21/09

15195. Does someone have a good crab cake recipe please [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 11:10pm on 06/19/09 (7)

I've always liked Gretchen's recipe. I like Ina Garten's, too but use more crab. - CynUpstateNY - 12:25am on 06/20/09
Here's a link to a chat we had recently on this subject. They all sound good! [NT] [LINK] - Marianne - 4:02am on 06/20/09
Use jumbo lump crab. The extra expense is well worth it. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 1:34pm on 06/20/09

REC: Crab Cakes with Herbed Mayonnaise - Michael in Sarasota - 1:35pm on 06/20/09
REC: West Indian Curried Crab Cakes with Papaya & Mango Salsa [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 2:52pm on 06/20/09
I could not agree more! [NT] - Marianne - 3:22pm on 06/21/09

I couldn't agree more...more. Buy lump. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:38pm on 06/22/09

15196. To check out: Peanut Butter & Jelly Bars [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 11:27pm on 06/19/09 (2)

Omg my childhood staple turned into a cookie -- what's not to like?! Thanks for posting :-) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:06pm on 06/20/09

You're very welcome! [NT] - Meryl - 9:33pm on 06/20/09

15197. Rexville Recipes... [LINK] - Traca - 12:11am on 06/20/09 (1)

did you click on the special events? too fun. White Trash Food Festival, and Humpy Fest. - AngAk - 6:57pm on 06/22/09

15198. Has anyone heard about the Nestle's recall? [LINK] - DawnNYS - 2:07am on 06/20/09 (1)

I've never bought the refrigerated dough, but thanks for the warning... always welcome! [NT] - cheezz - 12:38am on 06/21/09

15199. Ever get aggravated about not being able to reproduce something simple you really liked? - Melissa Dallas - 2:45am on 06/20/09 (11)

and sometimes it's the actual ingredients....can be a huge difference in flavor...for instance, - Pat-NoCal - 2:49am on 06/20/09

could even be something like a dab of garlic in the mayo - not noticeable but makes a big difference [NT] - cheezz - 4:46am on 06/20/09

Get one "to go". - Michael in Sarasota - 1:28pm on 06/20/09

Great idea. It's kind of a gourmet- to- go place anyway. I think it is all in the proportions, - Melissa Dallas - 3:49pm on 06/20/09

I can't make homemade whipped cream to save my life. [NT] - Angiebaby - 5:24pm on 06/20/09

I can bake just about anything and do a great job but am terrible with pie pastry[I actually - Melissa Dallas - 11:28pm on 06/20/09
It's so easy - carton of whipped cream, 2 tbl. powdered sugar, and beat the heck outta it! - cheezz - 12:40am on 06/21/09

Did you see the recent postings on pie crust dough?? [NT] - cheezz - 12:40am on 06/21/09

It's me, not the recipe. Think the real problem is I just don't like working with pie pastry. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:10am on 06/21/09

ah yes - it makes a difference if you forget to add the love :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:28pm on 06/21/09

and in the heat of Dallas a cold bowl and beaters will help. [NT] - AngAk - 7:00pm on 06/22/09

15200. I have a pound of Callebaut milk chocolate that needs to be used. I think I bought it - Melissa Dallas - 2:47am on 06/20/09 (23)

Are thinking of something baked? If so, I have several ideas - also a milk chocolate ice cream from - Meryl - 3:26am on 06/20/09

The s'more thumbprints sound great. I'm peanut allergic so that knocks a couple off & don't have - Melissa Dallas - 3:31am on 06/20/09

Okay, here ya go: S'More Thumbprint Cookies [LINK] - Meryl - 3:33am on 06/20/09

oh my goodness---where's that fish photo! [NT] - AngAk - 7:02pm on 06/22/09

I meant "Are YOU" thinking of.... My eyes are hurting me today - the overhead light, a large - Meryl - 3:31am on 06/20/09

Some more to check out from Epicurious: [NT] - Meryl - 3:35am on 06/20/09

Or should I say S'More? Ha! [NT] - Meryl - 3:35am on 06/20/09
Chocolate Crunch Layer Cake with Milk Chocolate Frosting [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 3:36am on 06/20/09
Milk Chocolate Mousse Cake with Hazelnut Crunch Crust [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 3:36am on 06/20/09
Frozen Milk Chocolate and Amaretto Mousse Pie [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 3:36am on 06/20/09

Food & Wine Magazine - Milk Chocolate Desserts [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 4:28am on 06/20/09
Nancy Olson recipe- this cake is unbelievable! [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 9:27am on 06/20/09
Many thanks. These all look fabulous. Why, oh why did I have to develop peanut allergy in my - Melissa Dallas - 3:46pm on 06/20/09

I feel for you Melissa; I've developed a chocolate allergy... - MariaDNoCA - 7:13pm on 06/20/09

Please, dear Lord...tell me it's infectious? I'll be right over! [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:22pm on 06/20/09

HA! If only that kept me from its wanton ways.... - MariaDNoCA - 10:24pm on 06/20/09

I'm tempted sometimes, but after multiple attacks of hives & hoarseness I'm told next time could - Melissa Dallas - 11:30pm on 06/20/09

How about cheesecake? I have several RECs that call for milk chocolate and I always use Callebaut! - wigs - 5:17pm on 06/25/09

Wigs, this chocolate cheesecake looks heavenly! [NT] - Traca - 6:37pm on 06/25/09

It is 1 of my favorites! I can only make it when company's coming, or I'd eat the whole thing solo! [NT] - wigs - 6:41pm on 06/25/09

Here's a 2nd T&T winner from Mary Crownover--REC: Chocolate Caramel Pecan Cheesecake - wigs - 5:50pm on 06/25/09
REC: Coconut-Chocolate-Almond Cheesecake from Southern Living [NT] [LINK] - wigs - 6:23pm on 06/25/09
T&T REC: Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake from COUNTRY CAKES by Bevelyn Blair==> - wigs - 6:38pm on 06/25/09

15201. Fri. nite birthday dinner menu... - elaine - 5:06am on 06/20/09 (11)

Hi elaine, [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 12:15pm on 06/20/09

i normally eat guacamole on a spoon. [NT] - rvb - 1:45pm on 06/20/09
Wow! What a treasure-trove of recipes. Thanks, Dawn! [NT] - Marianne - 2:17pm on 06/20/09
Thanks, Dawn. I use her recipes all the time. It would really be nice.. - elaine - 4:06pm on 06/20/09

elaine, we have key limes at the grocery store here...want some? [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:23am on 06/21/09

oh, and how does the rule work to pick out the birthday menu? I need to plan mine for you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:23am on 06/21/09
Watch out... I may just show up. There are no rules for the birthday dinner... - elaine - 4:15am on 06/21/09

Oh, and please send several kilos of the key limes. The recipes are backing up and then I have to... - elaine - 4:16am on 06/21/09

Was that a YES to mail you some? Several kilos...that would be 5 lbs? We could try Flat Rate. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:59am on 06/22/09

how many key limes could you stuff into a flat rate box?? plenty I think. You must count them and - AngAk - 7:09pm on 06/22/09

evelyn has posted here several times. here is the search page to read her post. [LINK] - AngAk - 7:07pm on 06/22/09

15202. Dose anyone have an outdoor compost? I am interested in starting one but am clueless... - Barbara in VA - 1:50pm on 06/20/09 (21)

GRRRRR, I just typed a long dissertation about composting and then hit "back" instead of "Submit." - Joe - 2:50pm on 06/20/09

I have an outdoor compost and I compost everything - from - EvaN - 4:46pm on 06/20/09

Eva, this may be just what I need. I found a couple of recycled plastic ones on line... - Barbara in VA - 11:55am on 06/21/09

Barbara, make sure the air holes have the steel netting. Nothing can - EvaN - 11:05am on 06/22/09

We referred to our steel-mesh covered composter as "The Rat Condo". Little suckers set up house! - Steve2 in LA - 9:38pm on 06/22/09

Joe I'm sorry your had trouble! I look forward to your thoughts, I would really like to try this. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 6:57pm on 06/20/09
I'm anxious to hear what you have to say. I wonder, however, in humid rich area - Marsha tbay - 7:26pm on 06/20/09

Marsha, it is extremely humid here too so I may have the same kind of situation. - Barbara in VA - 11:57am on 06/21/09

My neighbor just bought one of those nifty ones on a stand that you crank - EASY! [LINK] - cheezz - 7:16pm on 06/20/09
I listen to You Bet Your Garden ... he's an organic gardener .. scroll down to C for compost [LINK] - Tess - 8:36pm on 06/20/09

His main website is youbetyourgarden.org for him podcasts [NT] [LINK] - Tess - 8:38pm on 06/20/09

WOW --Tess, thank you. Now I need to read and learn! What a great resource. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 12:07pm on 06/21/09

They now have enclosed "composters" but all you really need - DawnNYS - 10:53pm on 06/20/09

True. Some people just use chicken wire to fence off a small area and begin dumping kitchen scraps - cheezz - 12:43am on 06/21/09
Dawn and Joanie, maybe this would work for me because we have tons of leaf mulch in - Barbara in VA - 12:05pm on 06/21/09

Sounds ideal...lucky you, I ahve stoney/shale clay...it's not an easy thing so I layer newspaper.... - joanietoo - 2:20pm on 06/21/09

I think you need soil in there, don't you? An old professor would very much want - DawnNYS - 8:48pm on 06/22/09

Soil? It depends on what you want to achieve as a finished product. Adding soil will produce - Joe - 1:47am on 06/27/09

Yes, that's what I want. I suppose you could just use organic waste alone - DawnNYS - 3:54am on 06/27/09

Barbara, I always compost everything......however I do not have a gadget...never had, fortunately .. - joanietoo - 1:45am on 06/21/09
Barbara, I've been composting since I was 14 and they call me "Compost King"at the community garden [IMAGE] - Joe - 3:40pm on 06/24/09

15203. Grill Pan Achiote Pork Cutlets and Potatoes... last night's dinner to try out... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:42pm on 06/20/09 (2)

These sound terrific and are definitely going on my list to try. Think the sour orange juice - Melissa Dallas - 1:40am on 06/22/09

I agree. In fact any citrus you have on hand would be good, except for ... - Michael in Phoenix - 12:57pm on 06/22/09

15204. Heather, I used your bell pepper roasting method and it worked great. - Dawn_MO - 4:24pm on 06/20/09 (3)

So glad you tried it! It's pepper season and I've been buying loads myself. - Heather_in_SF - 3:57am on 06/21/09
are they coated in any oil, or just plain? [NT] - AngAk - 7:14pm on 06/22/09

Just plain, and in zip loc bags. - Dawn_MO - 12:27am on 06/23/09

15205. My Saturday Six - EvaN - 5:04pm on 06/20/09 (40)

My Saturday Six - Music City Missy - 5:53pm on 06/20/09
Here you go Eva. Steve 2's Miso Glazed Sea Bass [LINK] - KC_ - 7:20pm on 06/20/09

Thank you KC. I love fish and this recipe looks excellent. [NT] - EvaN - 10:58am on 06/22/09

My Saturday Six - DawnNYS - 7:37pm on 06/20/09

My Saturday Six [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 12:00am on 06/21/09

Linda Stradley! Glad to hear about her and that she continues success!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 4:07am on 06/21/09

Thanks everyone who PM me with condolences [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:26am on 06/22/09

PM'd [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:11pm on 06/23/09

o.k., someone 'splain this to me?? six randon thoughts on Saturday? did a search and wasn't able to - Nan - 10:37pm on 06/20/09

It was back in early May when ErininNY first posted a thread on it. Not sure if - DawnNYS - 10:47pm on 06/20/09

Nope, those will be on my dime--can't think of a job either way?? Have a job in the fall, thinking - Nan - 11:06pm on 06/20/09

Nan...hahahaha... - joanietoo - 1:09am on 06/21/09

big LOL!! good one joanie. [NT] - AngAk - 7:21pm on 06/22/09

Here you go Nan, Your Saturday Six, Six food things on your mind. Just jot 'em down, if you have a [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 2:09pm on 06/21/09

My Saturday Six - PatBastrop - 11:46pm on 06/20/09

Whoops! only 5. Number 6 is that I forgot the sixth one. [NT] - PatBastrop - 11:47pm on 06/20/09

My Saturday Six - cheezz - 12:49am on 06/21/09
My Saturday Six (almost Sunday Seven)..... - joanietoo - 1:29am on 06/21/09

Hi Joanie, please let me know what you think of the Roast Chicken in Milk, - Heather_in_SF - 6:20am on 06/21/09

The sprogs that arrived from Canada last night devoured it....We loved ... - joanietoo - 2:26pm on 06/21/09

That sounds like a perfect menu! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 6:50pm on 06/21/09

My six - Earnie - 3:59am on 06/21/09

Your dinner sounds amazing! [NT] - Traca - 3:40pm on 06/21/09
Hey Earnie...any chance that you've been eating fresh mangos lately? - MarilynFL - 2:49pm on 06/22/09

Me too! - Luisa_Calif - 1:48pm on 06/21/09

I am jealous...my veg patch is pretty well over. [NT] - joanietoo - 2:29pm on 06/21/09

My Sunday Six - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:20pm on 06/21/09

LOL your #4! [NT] - AngAk - 7:29pm on 06/22/09

My Sunday/Fathers Day six [LINK] - barb_b - 3:46pm on 06/21/09

so sorry to hear about your dear aunt. how bittersweet to receive those pans. - AngAk - 7:33pm on 06/22/09
Sorry that your aunt is going through such a terrible thing. You will keep - DawnNYS - 1:54am on 06/24/09

Thanks to all the kind posts and PMs. Much appreciated. [NT] - barb_b - 11:00am on 06/24/09

Sunday six - Curious1 - 8:32pm on 06/21/09

My Sunday six - MariaDNoCA - 9:06pm on 06/21/09

my Monday one: whoa, rocking and rolling to an earthquake right this minute! tourists must be - AngAk - 7:38pm on 06/22/09

How big was it, Ang? We had one a few weeks ago, it wasn't "big", but it was very close to us - LisainLA - 4:27am on 06/23/09

5.4. and this morning another at 4.5---gently shook the bed at 6:25 - AngAk - 5:31pm on 06/23/09

((holding you steady)) [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:17pm on 06/23/09

Curious, I agree with you about not knowing how informed one can afford to become, - LisainLA - 4:34am on 06/23/09

I think there are some veggies that will survive the summer heat and humidity,but commercial farmers - Curious1 - 5:00pm on 06/25/09

15206. a late (or early) Christmas present from straight no chaser. [NT] [LINK] - rvb - 6:07pm on 06/20/09 (4)

Love it, Rick...thanks for sharing! Wonderful voices and fun [NT] - Marsha tbay - 6:13pm on 06/20/09
Delightful! I'd never be able keep up with these guys. [NT] - cheezz - 12:53am on 06/21/09
Thank you for that. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:58am on 06/22/09
I had bought their album for xmas last year... left it at SIL..must get back! - mboley - 9:37pm on 06/24/09

15207. NFR: Calling all northern Californians... I'll be up there July 4th - July 18th... - cheezz - 7:09pm on 06/20/09 (3)

Ooh, let me know! I live in Vacaville where the outlets are. But if I am not available then - Luisa_Calif - 8:28pm on 06/20/09

How nice! I'll be checking back when we figure out our schedule :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:54am on 06/21/09

Come to SF and say Hi! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 4:05pm on 06/22/09

15208. Mexican Cooking website - some great looking recipes here [LINK] - Music City Missy - 7:24pm on 06/20/09 (0)

15209. Thought this was worth reposting: 101 Picnic Ideas To Make In 20 Minutes: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:49pm on 06/20/09 (3)

Excellent. Thanks. NT [NT] - elaine - 4:25am on 06/21/09
Terrific link. Many thanks. [NT] - Marianne - 4:12pm on 06/21/09
You're very welcome, you two. [NT] - Meryl - 7:57pm on 06/21/09

15210. To continue 15183.- Read this Mar! - CynUpstateNY - 11:44pm on 06/20/09 (7)

"well, butter my butt and call me a biscuit...lookee there!" Thanks Cyn! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:18am on 06/21/09

now THAT'S one I've never heard :) HAAAAAA! [NT] - cheezz - 12:56am on 06/21/09

I've never once been referred to as "fragile", so I should be living a good, long - DawnNYS - 12:42am on 06/21/09
Honestly now, how many really happy skinny people have you ever seen?? [NT] - cheezz - 12:55am on 06/21/09
So....now I really should be a happy hippy, I have tried forever..... - joanietoo - 1:34am on 06/21/09
I wonder if this research was done by what you would call... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:34pm on 06/21/09

and what do the Japanese consider "slightly overweight"?? [NT] - AngAk - 7:41pm on 06/22/09

15211. To check out: Mini Moroccan Lamb Burgers on Brioche Rounds with Lemon Yogurt Sauce [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:03am on 06/21/09 (0)

15212. N. Y. Times - 1947 Strawberry Charlotte - Redux Chef Christiana Tosi Momofuku Milk Bar 2009 < [LINK] - GayR - 11:27am on 06/21/09 (10)

Disregard this post - You must be a member to access the recipes. Sorry, first time I have - GayR - 11:34am on 06/21/09

Gay, here's the permalink; it should work with/without a subscription. :) [NT] [LINK] - ErininNY - 12:16pm on 06/21/09

Erin, I just tried it and it does not work .... requires registering. Thanks. [NT] - GayR - 12:17pm on 06/21/09

This is crazy I just tried my line and Erin's Link and they now work? Don't know what that is about - GayR - 12:49pm on 06/21/09

That's my Link not line (Happy it works so anyone interested can access the recipe). [NT] - GayR - 12:50pm on 06/21/09

Gay, sounds like you need to clear your cache. Should work after then. [NT] - Traca - 3:36pm on 06/21/09

Thanks, Traca. It mysteriously is working for me. [NT] - GayR - 7:17pm on 06/21/09

Hey Gay - here's a fantastic recipe for Strawberry Charlotte Russe - I've made it many times: - Meryl - 8:09pm on 06/21/09

Meryl, Thank you the recipe looks wonderful. [NT] - GayR - 8:14pm on 06/21/09

You're very welcome! [NT] - Meryl - 8:22pm on 06/21/09

15213. Wishing everyone a Happy Solstice! Actually it was 11:46 here last night. First full day of summer!! [NT] - Nan - 12:25pm on 06/21/09 (2)

Happy Solstice :-) [NT] - EvaN - 9:06pm on 06/21/09
happy and sad---we now will be losing daylight minutes :( I hate when they announce that every day [NT] - AngAk - 7:43pm on 06/22/09

15214. Marinating with eggs... What in the...?! - ErininNY - 12:26pm on 06/21/09 (7)

A friend came across - Earnie - 2:29pm on 06/21/09
I have a recipe for Mochiko Chicken, which uses eggs in the marinade. The eggs create a batter..... - Sandi in Hawaii - 5:20pm on 06/21/09

Odd! But yes, it does sound like something that could have been Japanese. Huh. :) Interesting! [NT] - ErininNY - 12:34pm on 06/25/09

Erin, I'm game - let's try it when you get back.... - Sandra in New York - 1:20am on 06/23/09

Ok, but let's not sully your new kitchen... :) We can gunk up our place with chicken-egg-goo. Sounds - ErininNY - 12:35pm on 06/25/09

could be egg-goo-yum?! [NT] - Sandra in New York - 10:04pm on 06/26/09

My aunt made a pork loin with a egg marinade - it sounded strange but was very good. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:24am on 06/23/09

15215. Wishing all the Dads a HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!! [NT] - desertjean - 1:30pm on 06/21/09 (11)

Thanks, desertjean. I read an essay recently from a ministry that works in prisons... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:00pm on 06/21/09

What an eye opener! I'd heard of that program but didn't know the results - thank you! [NT] - cheezz - 4:33pm on 06/21/09

I was sobered by the revelation of what can happen when "Dad" isn't "on board". [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:22pm on 06/21/09

wow...amazing insite. But so sad too. Thanks M. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:46pm on 06/22/09

Blessings to all our fathers here and up there. (Hi Dad!) [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:18pm on 06/21/09

Michael's Dad meet Marilyn's Dad. Dad, his daughter is a fabulous cook from Florida. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 4:27pm on 06/21/09

And he can meet THIS Michael's Dad as well. And since the acorn doesn't ... - Michael in Phoenix - 10:19pm on 06/21/09
And my Dad will happily be the taste-tester of all of the heavenly feast. :-) - LisainLA - 3:16am on 06/22/09

They'll know my dad 'cause he'll be the one clinking the cup while stirring his coffee. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:25am on 06/22/09

I was kind of in denial of missing my dad day... - Dawn_MO - 4:34am on 06/22/09

((Dawn)(Dad)) [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:23am on 06/22/09

15216. can I just say hello? - evelyn-athens - 9:40pm on 06/21/09 (32)

So happy to "see you" Evelyn! I think of you often as I'm constantly using your recipes! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:00pm on 06/21/09
Thanks for stopping by Evelyn. I'm sorry you can't find time to spend with us, but... - Michael in Phoenix - 10:26pm on 06/21/09
So good to hear from you Evelyn [NT] - charlie - 10:39pm on 06/21/09
Evelyn, So wonderful to hear from you. Your recipes are a constant reminder of a wonderful cook .. - GayR - 11:12pm on 06/21/09
Hi Evelyn! Lots of "old" faces here...heehee... I was 'Jane in L.A.' at Gails. I have a question.... [LINK] - cheezz - 11:16pm on 06/21/09

I was Pat-NoCal (surprise...lol!) Great to see you Evelyn. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:29pm on 06/21/09
Rec. Tiropita (cheese pie with feta) [LINK] - evelyn-athens - 9:26pm on 06/22/09

Rec. Kaseropita (cheese pie with kaseri cheese) [NT] [LINK] - evelyn-athens - 9:27pm on 06/22/09

(((Evelyn))) [NT] - LisainLA - 11:59pm on 06/21/09
Hi Evelyn! I, too, think of you! I was Amanda_Illinois at Gail's. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:03am on 06/22/09
Good to hear from you - Earnie - 3:12am on 06/22/09
Evelyn, so happy to hear from you. Elaine in TA ...I just made a couple of your recipes and asked . - elaine - 4:19am on 06/22/09
Glad you stopped in ev. Your briami recipe is one of my favorites, - Dawn_MO - 4:26am on 06/22/09
Evelyn I love your recipes! Have entertained a lot with them. Thank you [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:02am on 06/22/09
Great to hear from you Evelyn! [NT] - barb_b - 10:17am on 06/22/09
Evelyn!! (((hug))) I made Briami the other day and I and hubby were - EvaN - 10:56am on 06/22/09

the kids - evelyn-athens - 9:30pm on 06/22/09

Nice to hear from you, Evelyn! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:15am on 06/22/09
Just finished off a big pan of "Evelyn's Briami". Thanks again for such a winner! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:34am on 06/22/09
Evelyn has a website that I visited, but do not the the URL in my favorites list - KarenNoCA - 3:17pm on 06/22/09

I don't have a website... - evelyn-athens - 9:32pm on 06/22/09

Hi Evelyn, nice to hear from you, I often think about you and your delicious recipes! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 3:57pm on 06/22/09
How do you do the cheese in briami? Chop? Grate? TIA [NT] - Janet in NC - 7:17pm on 06/22/09

personally...I chop it - love little bits of cheese. But you do as you wish. ;-) (NT) [NT] - evelyn-athens - 9:32pm on 06/22/09

Evelyn! So lovely to have you drop by. [NT] - Sylvia - 7:49pm on 06/22/09
Evelyn, are you teaching cooking classes again? I would love to come take a class. [NT] - AngAk - 8:20pm on 06/22/09

About cooking classes - evelyn-athens - 9:34pm on 06/22/09

what better cooking class than in your very own home kitchen! I will keep this in mind and contact - AngAk - 9:37pm on 06/22/09

Hi Evelyn, Sandra in London here... - Sandra in New York - 1:24am on 06/23/09

you're just trying to make me jealous, right? :-) (nt) [NT] - evelyn-athens - 2:49pm on 06/23/09

Really nice to hear from you Evelyn! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 3:21am on 06/23/09
Hi Evelyn, another fan of the briami recipe. Thanks for sharing it. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:43pm on 06/23/09

15217. desperately seeking meyer lemons in Marin Co (more) - daricem - 3:57am on 06/22/09 (5)

how many do you need? maybe I could ship them up to you... do they ship well? [NT] - cheezz - 11:37pm on 06/22/09
daricem.... try these sites: - cheezz - 12:17am on 06/23/09

another - Creekside Gardens [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 12:27am on 06/23/09

daricem.... did you find them? [NT] - cheezz - 4:41am on 06/25/09
I could ship you some too...did you find some? - MariaDNoCA - 7:25pm on 06/26/09

15218. This is the garlic spears I was talking about has anyone used [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - carol whidbey Is - 1:53pm on 06/22/09 (3)

Ah, I've seen them pickled before... [NT] - Traca - 3:01pm on 06/22/09
People wait for these to appear at the Farmer's Market. Their season is very short - KarenNoCA - 3:09pm on 06/22/09

We grow garlic and cook the scapes (the skinny part just under the spear-tops) - Luisa_Calif - 3:19am on 06/23/09

15219. ISO Gail NJ & Curious1. Gail, I made the Thai Coconut Chicken you provided for me [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 1:53pm on 06/22/09 (5)

Technique: Leaping Frog Chicken [NT] [LINK] - FloriSandy - 1:59pm on 06/22/09
That chicken looks good enough to eat. Did you see an advantage to the leaping frog over spatchcock [NT] - Curious1 - 3:46pm on 06/23/09

I�m glad you asked me that Curious. In retrospect, - FloriSandy - 1:37am on 06/24/09

Yep, perhaps your method was best after all. Glad Floridad like it. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:03pm on 06/25/09

Happy to hear it was a good recipe. Am buying a new grill and will try to replicate your success. [NT] - GailNJ - 12:04pm on 06/24/09

15220. Worlds of Flavor Conference - Anyone going? [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 3:07pm on 06/22/09 (1)

It looks like this is not open to the public, only senior chefs and people in the food business - KarenNoCA - 3:27pm on 06/22/09

15221. NFRC - My sister is in Paris! - mboley - 3:19pm on 06/22/09 (5)

NFR?? Paris?? It's all about the food!! I hope she fulfills her every dream. [NT] - AngAk - 7:47pm on 06/22/09

if she has access to a computer, David Lebovitz's blog has a Paris travel section with lots of good - AngAk - 5:35pm on 06/23/09

Eat from the markets and even the supermarkets. Fabulous breads - Lana in FL - 12:00am on 06/23/09

Any food, anywhere is good. :-) - LisainLA - 4:57am on 06/23/09

Baguettes, croissants, and strawberry, apple, and lemon tarts are a must. Of course, cheese, - Meryl - 5:21am on 06/23/09

15222. I love this idea! REC: Bread Cones [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 4:08pm on 06/22/09 (3)

Wow, those are really pretty. Aren't there cream horn forms you can buy? If you - Melissa Dallas - 5:16pm on 06/22/09

I looked online and there are lots of them out there and they are very inexpensive. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:20pm on 06/22/09

Dawn, I can picture this made with a pepper jack cheese dough, and filled with your... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 9:29pm on 06/22/09

15223. ISO AngAK- Sorry Ang just saw your post with your question about the 1-Dish Fleischmann's Recipes... - GayR - 4:14pm on 06/22/09 (3)

Ank - Here is the link [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 4:28pm on 06/22/09

Ang not Ank [NT] - GayR - 4:29pm on 06/22/09

It seems like all the recipes use the 2 pkg of yeast. I just think it would be too yeasty for such - AngAk - 7:50pm on 06/22/09

15224. We really like this at our BBQ--REC: Beef Sates with Hoisin Dipping Sauce... - charlie - 4:43pm on 06/22/09 (1)

My first thought would be some sort of rice with fruit or nuts but then REC: Asian Vegetable Slaw... - charlie - 3:04pm on 09/09/09

15225. Using a soda siphon - Shaun in TO - 4:47pm on 06/22/09 (13)

No answers, but I always wanted one to play three stooges & shoot my sister with! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:17pm on 06/22/09

Me too! [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:41pm on 06/22/09

I just wondered last week if I could save my deflated "gingerale" using one of these. Waiting with - MarilynFL - 5:39pm on 06/22/09

Moe Larry Cheese!!! [NT] - charlie - 7:15pm on 06/22/09

[tee-hee...you remembered.] [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:02pm on 06/23/09

I don't know why you couldn't put flat ginger ale in there... [NT] - PatBastrop - 7:54pm on 06/22/09

I agree. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:12pm on 06/22/09

so..you can put ANY liquid in the cartridge and it effervesates...efferva...makes it bubbly??? [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:48pm on 06/23/09

Soda siphon - PatBastrop - 7:53pm on 06/22/09
I used to have one... - Michael in Sarasota - 10:12pm on 06/22/09

Can you use the same charger for whipped cream? Not the cartridges, the bottle? [NT] - PatBastrop - 12:18am on 06/23/09

I doubt it, Pat. They have different tops. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 1:28am on 06/23/09

Thanks, Pat and Michael, for the useful advice. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 1:43pm on 06/24/09

15226. Another one we enjoyed REC: Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce & Cucumber Relish... - charlie - 4:48pm on 06/22/09 (4)

I gobbled up your satay recipes Charlie. Thanks! - FloriSandy - 2:28am on 06/23/09

You're welcome Sandy--the tilapia we buy at Whole Foods is very good [NT] - charlie - 11:34am on 06/23/09

Presumably a hothouse cuce would do as well.?? [NT] - joanietoo - 1:12pm on 06/24/09

Sure joanietoo--I know that those Japanese cukes are hard to come by BG. [NT] - charlie - 11:22pm on 06/25/09

15227. Thank you again MarilynFL I have a job interview on Thurs. [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 6:35pm on 06/22/09 (3)

Carol, that is excellent news. Sending along good thoughts for you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:57pm on 06/22/09
good luck Carol! [NT] - AngAk - 7:51pm on 06/22/09
Yup! Good luck! [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:55pm on 06/22/09

15228. I have a ton of mint (spearmint) in the backyard already. Is tabouli hard to make, or on second - DawnNYS - 7:54pm on 06/22/09 (17)

It's easy to make. No harder than cooking cereal, chopping veggies & making vinaigrette. I haven't - Melissa Dallas - 8:24pm on 06/22/09

I'm making it right now... it's green though, any ideas for uses? [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:10pm on 06/23/09

Well, actually, as it cooked it turned a very wierd brownish black. Not too - DawnNYS - 11:36pm on 06/23/09

Dawn this is what I do - carol whidbey Is - 9:17pm on 06/22/09

Thanks - I had a rough idea of the ingredients, but I wasn't sure about the method - DawnNYS - 11:31pm on 06/22/09

I use lots and lots of parsley, fresh tomato chunks, lemon, bulgar cooked in tomato juice - MarilynFL - 11:17pm on 06/22/09

Sure, thanks. I like the idea of boiling the bulgar in tomato juice [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:29pm on 06/22/09
I'd love the recipe, as well. Thanks [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:46pm on 06/22/09
Tabouli from Moosewood Cookbook (akaTabbouleh) - MarilynFL - 11:38am on 06/23/09

Hahah, thanks [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:24am on 06/24/09

Barefoot Contessa recipe uses lots of mint... [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:51pm on 06/23/09

Spearmint syrup, as Melissa mentioned.This recipe is so good on fruit and would be good in Iced Tea. - Curious1 - 3:53pm on 06/23/09
Hey, do you need a drink recipe? Frozen mint daquiri? Mint tequila? [NT] - Marg CDN - 8:24pm on 06/23/09

Mmmm, Frozen mint daquiri sounds good... [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:26am on 06/24/09

MOJITO [NT] - AngAk - 4:57am on 06/24/09
Here's it... - Marg CDN - 2:42pm on 06/24/09

Lots of mint in Moroccan cusine. [NT] - Marg CDN - 8:25pm on 06/23/09

15229. Does anyone know if Evelyn in Athens teach private cooking classes? Friends are going and - Traca - 8:32pm on 06/22/09 (10)

Doh! Just noticed her post above. Saw she's super busy. Sending friend Greek Forum link instead. [LINK] - Traca - 8:50pm on 06/22/09
Hi Traca... - evelyn-athens - 9:37pm on 06/22/09

My friends will be there in September. Will you shoot me a note & I can connect you two? - Traca - 6:21am on 06/23/09

Traca, please read.... - evelyn-athens - 2:54pm on 06/23/09

oh, have I got a funny story to tell you!! Apparently some think I teach classes in Santorini>> - michelle - 4:24am on 06/23/09

Hilarious. And easily done. You could show Greece how to make saskatoon pie. Maybe it's a sign. - Marg CDN - 2:51pm on 06/23/09
That's precious! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:52pm on 06/23/09
LOL! Too funny. Clearly there's a demand... [NT] - Traca - 5:28pm on 06/23/09

Okay, AngAK or anyone else - I am in for a cooking class with Evelyn. Please let me know... - elaine - 5:39am on 06/23/09

Elaine, shoot me an e-mail: seattletallpoppy@gmail.com - Traca - 6:22am on 06/23/09

15230. Results of my Mexican Fiesta this weekend... - Tessie in Cincy - 8:54pm on 06/22/09 (14)

Rec: Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Thingys [LINK] - Tessie in Cincy - 8:59pm on 06/22/09
Rec: Pork Carnitas [LINK] - Tessie in Cincy - 9:02pm on 06/22/09
Rec: Dawn's Creamy Chicken Enchiladas [LINK] - Tessie in Cincy - 9:04pm on 06/22/09

Tessie, I always make enchiladaswith corn instead of flour tortillas, so I'm not sure - LisainLA - 4:21am on 06/23/09

Lisa, do you fry them in oil first or not? [NT] - Tessie in Cincy - 3:35pm on 06/23/09

Hi Tessie - nope, I just dip them in some warm sauce to soften. - LisainLA - 4:40pm on 06/23/09

Rec: Borracho Beans [LINK] - Tessie in Cincy - 9:07pm on 06/22/09
Rec: Mexican Rice (Sopa Seca) [NT] [LINK] - Tessie in Cincy - 9:08pm on 06/22/09
Rec: Key Lime Cupcakes [NT] [LINK] - Tessie in Cincy - 9:11pm on 06/22/09

And just as I am getting off desserts! ;o) Everything looks great though [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:27pm on 06/22/09
Tessie, how did you like the cupcakes? I'm thinking about giving them a whirl. [NT] - Traca - 5:19am on 06/29/09

[It is so hard to type, huddled under the keyboard so I can't read this thread anymore. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:19pm on 06/22/09

Shame on you for looking back Mar! Repent by making something delicious and healthy!! [NT] - FloriSandy - 5:24am on 06/29/09

Wonderful menu Tessy! We love all of those things when we do - Dawn_MO - 12:29am on 06/23/09

15231. Somewhere (here?) I saw 100 or so ways you can make hamburg/ground beef. Does - DawnNYS - 9:08pm on 06/22/09 (2)

Oh! It was 3 years ago, posted by barb_b, in response to a question ASKED BY MOI, [LINK] - DawnNYS - 9:14pm on 06/22/09

LOL! I often use the list for some inspiration. [NT] - barb_b - 10:52am on 06/23/09

15232. Instead of going to the store this morning, I wrote about the chicken I made last Thursday, REC >>>> [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 9:08pm on 06/22/09 (2)

Heather, I love your blog! Now, a question about this chicken - - LisainLA - 4:15am on 06/23/09

Of course! Why not? I imagine a boned chicken breast might take less time though, - Heather_in_SF - 6:57am on 06/24/09

15233. I know it's been mentioned here before, but my present addiction is tastespotting.com. Anyone else? [NT] - aajay - 9:57pm on 06/22/09 (33)

I check it out at least twice a day. Is that an addiction? [NT] - Sylvia - 10:19pm on 06/22/09

Never been there. But then, I just got an MP3 player. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:11pm on 06/22/09

your way ahead of me, Cordelia. [NT] - AngAk - 11:28pm on 06/22/09

that would be "you're" [NT] - AngAk - 11:55pm on 06/22/09

What's a MP3 player?...... [NT] - orchid - 11:43pm on 06/22/09

An Ipod or similar, it plays digital music and video files. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:16am on 06/23/09

Awww...smooches Lisa. I was just joshin but in reality....I wouldn't know - orchid - 8:57pm on 06/23/09

Here you go Mar, check it out. [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 12:05am on 06/23/09

Now I'm afraid to. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:32pm on 06/23/09

I knew I shouldn't have looked. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:20pm on 06/23/09

Traca needs to post her fish photo up there---might scare us away, for our own good. [NT] - AngAk - 8:16pm on 06/23/09

Traca, you should submit it. It is a great photo! My kids play a computer game - Dawn_MO - 12:45am on 06/24/09

That is my homepage, I love it. That is one of the reasons I cannot - Dawn_MO - 12:03am on 06/23/09
Mine is foodgawker.com - rhoward2va - 12:40am on 06/23/09

I checked out foodgawker and found some of the same pictures. Who's stealing from whom? [NT] - aajay - 3:14am on 06/23/09
These sites are a gathering point for food bloggers to post links to their - LisainLA - 4:13am on 06/23/09

did anyone else encounter internet connection problems when clicking on the pictures to get to the - AngAk - 6:11pm on 06/23/09

I've been trying to find this: White Chocolate Cream Cheese Raspberry Tart - AngAk - 6:52pm on 06/23/09

Here's the original link...I'm being called to a meeting...can't find tart yet.... [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:07pm on 06/23/09

Here's the recipe [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:17pm on 06/23/09

Ang, I got the same error...it shows the link, but you can't access it. Then the link crashes. - MarilynFL - 7:19pm on 06/23/09

we must be wearing invisible foil hats that work. darn. [NT] - AngAk - 8:13pm on 06/23/09
I wanted to look at those wine stoppers too, but that site crashes as well. [NT] - AngAk - 8:18pm on 06/23/09

ISO Judy---do you ever make festive wine stoppers? seems to be a popular gift item these days - AngAk - 8:22pm on 06/23/09

Ang, I have not made any, but... [LINK] - judy-mass - 3:02am on 06/24/09

thanks [NT] - AngAk - 5:01am on 06/24/09

Thanks aajay! I was living a perfectly happy life BEFORE tastespotting.com! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 12:28pm on 06/23/09
Just saw it for the first time. I'm SURE I'll be there daily [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:30pm on 06/23/09
Maddeningly awesome! Wonderful drool inspiring photographs!!! An understandable addiction! [NT] - PatBastrop - 5:13pm on 06/23/09
I check Tastespotting - Earnie - 11:50pm on 06/23/09
I like this one when I'm looking for restaurant recipes >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:52am on 06/24/09

This one's good if you have leftover bits in your fridge you need to use >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:53am on 06/24/09
and Happy Home Baking - I love sites with great food pics >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:55am on 06/24/09

15234. Ice Cream Desserts [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 11:56pm on 06/22/09 (2)

~tightly closes eyes~ - LisainLA - 4:28am on 06/23/09

somebody pass Lisa the foil helmet and fish picture..... [NT] - cheezz - 3:57am on 06/24/09

15235. Just found the cutest thing at TJ's - a guacamole kit! - Heather_in_SF - 1:14am on 06/23/09 (7)

Great score! I was all excited this evening from my trip to my little market around - Melissa Dallas - 2:39am on 06/23/09

What a nice bargain that is, and sounds like a delicious dinner. I haven't used purslane, or - Heather_in_SF - 7:01am on 06/24/09

Gasp! I Just Paid $1.99 for ONE HASS...no box, no shallot, no nothing else. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:49pm on 06/23/09

I've noticed a price jump in food over the past month. Big jump. [NT] - Marg CDN - 8:23pm on 06/23/09
Walmart superstore. Hass, smallish, but only .88. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:25am on 06/24/09

Do you find them consistent? It's hit or miss...get a perfect one, then the next 3 are rotten inside [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:57pm on 06/24/09

I've had one or two with dark spots, I buy them hard as rocks and leave them in a - Curious1 - 5:08pm on 06/25/09

15236. Zucchini Blossoms Tempura...who was looking for this? [NT] [LINK] - Luisa_Calif - 3:08am on 06/23/09 (0)

15237. ISO Joe - did you survive the festiaval yesterday? :-D - LisainLA - 4:22am on 06/23/09 (14)

Yes, I did, but just barely! We didn't make much money, but we made the front page of the paper! [LINK] - Joe - 3:50pm on 06/23/09

Congratulations! Wow, I'll bet the front page was unexpected, but well-deserved! - LisainLA - 4:39pm on 06/23/09

Totally unexpected. Today I sat down with a friend who also worked on it and we made a 2-page list - Joe - 10:30pm on 06/23/09

the "No Hunting" sign---LOL [NT] - AngAk - 6:15pm on 06/23/09
OK Joe, I'll give ya a few days to recoup but I must know more! LOL And - orchid - 8:48pm on 06/23/09

Here is a blog that one of the gardeners started, with some pictures. [LINK] - Joe - 10:14pm on 06/23/09

Here are some pictures from Sunday [IMAGE] - Joe - 12:33am on 06/24/09

Petanque Posers [NT] [IMAGE] - Joe - 12:40am on 06/24/09

Cake Walk [NT] [IMAGE] - Joe - 12:41am on 06/24/09

Me holding it all together [NT] [IMAGE] - Joe - 12:43am on 06/24/09

What a great experience! Thanks for the pictures Joe. And just what - orchid - 1:24am on 06/24/09

LOL, I have no idea. The sad thing is that the prize for guessing the correct weight was.... - Joe - 2:01am on 06/24/09

what a wonderful thing to be involved in! Loved the pics - thanks for posting [NT] - cheezz - 4:05am on 06/24/09

Bravo! And Bravo again for having the vision to see beyond cracked cement. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:52am on 06/24/09

15238. Made this on Fathers Day. A huge hit. Rec: Lemon Pasta with Tomatoes and Feta [LINK] - barb_b - 10:50am on 06/23/09 (3)

I'm wondering how the lemon went with the tomatoes. Did they go together well? [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:31pm on 06/23/09

Very refreshing. I initially thought of using grape tomatoes, but decided to stick to Cherry, and - barb_b - 10:53am on 06/24/09

A generous friend just dropped off a small bag of cherry tomatoes at my desk. Guess what we're - MarilynFL - 2:23pm on 06/24/09

15239. Baked Shrimp with Fennel and Feta... - suz - 1:07pm on 06/23/09 (4)

I've meant to make this one, just never got around to it. Thanks for the review. Now I need fennel [NT] - Curious1 - 3:58pm on 06/23/09

I know this is sacralige. but O feel the same about fennel as some people do about chocolate... - Luisa_Calif - 4:09pm on 06/23/09

Do you have room to grow it, Luisa? It takes over like a weed!! mmmmmmm [NT] - PatBastrop - 5:15pm on 06/23/09

I tried the year before last and the bulbs were too small. I think it gets too hot too soon here. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 5:59pm on 06/23/09

15240. From Tastespotting....now I have to check this out daily too..... - joanietoo - 1:12pm on 06/23/09 (1)

Recipe for Edamame inside...sounds nice, if unusual. [NT] - joanietoo - 1:10pm on 06/24/09

15241. My DH has bought me a new microplane. :) - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:55pm on 06/23/09 (3)

A happy ending! :-D [NT] - LisainLA - 4:39pm on 06/23/09

Agree. Good recovery, husband. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:45pm on 06/23/09

Well, he won't do THAT again, will he?! As Marilyn said.... good recovery! [NT] - cheezz - 4:06am on 06/24/09

15242. NFR - Looking for opinions on KitchenAid dishwashers. NT [NT] - Judy-KY - 4:33pm on 06/23/09 (16)

Judy, I'm pretty sure that I remember in my Consumer Reports that they are very repair prone. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:54pm on 06/23/09
If they're as bad as their side-by-side fridges... forget it!! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:31pm on 06/23/09
I have one - it's just okay - not bad, not great. [NT] - Meryl - 8:02pm on 06/23/09
I am in the market for one as well. Mine is a KA, 33 years old, runs fine but is just - Marg CDN - 8:20pm on 06/23/09
We installed all KA appliances at a firestation - desertjean - 8:47pm on 06/23/09

I won't buy another KA dishwasher - judy-mass - 3:06am on 06/24/09

I loved my old Bosch but hate my new one even though CR likes them - Music City Missy - 11:47pm on 06/23/09

Another vote for Bosch. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:28am on 06/24/09

I bought a second Bosch, but this one has a filter that you have to clean regularly - Lana in FL - 12:54am on 06/25/09

Hmmm, I don't have that. Mine is a few years old, middle of the line, not top. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:10pm on 06/25/09
Oops, I stand corrected. DH says ours does have a filter and he does clean it, but not very often. - Curious1 - 2:51pm on 06/26/09

Love, love, love my KA Dishwashers. Have had 4 over 30 years and they are fabulous. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:35am on 06/24/09
I love my Fischer Paykel, it does a better job than the KA, I have both. - MoNJ - 12:41pm on 06/24/09
Thank you all for your opinions, including a few opinions I got by PM's, - Judy-KY - 4:51pm on 06/25/09
My husband convinced me to try a Kenmore Elite dishwasher (repairman told us 2 B sure & - wigs - 1:35pm on 06/26/09
Avoid Westinghouse ESTATE like the Plague. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:05pm on 06/26/09

15243. More on Horace P. Osterdonk: I was searching his name and came up with a UK blogger... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:37pm on 06/23/09 (2)

Wish he'd drop in here! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:37pm on 06/23/09
Hey, that is very interesting. Even if we have been a part of some science project, I have to say - EvaN - 11:21am on 06/30/09

15244. Made a fish pie with boiled eggs and shrimp/mashed tats...Edamame mash and salad... - joanietoo - 7:10pm on 06/23/09 (1)

Well the kids devoured the marshmallow custard...but then anything... - joanietoo - 1:09pm on 06/24/09

15245. ISO App Idea: Hawaiin/Luau-ish type apps - Tess - 7:51pm on 06/23/09 (22)

Check these out: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:22pm on 06/23/09
Here's a great-sounding fruit platter from my files: Hawaiian Fruit Platter... - Meryl - 8:24pm on 06/23/09
Cocnut rice might be nice, as for an app... - suz - 9:13pm on 06/23/09
how about Fresh Spring rolls. not really Hawaiian, but seems to fit. [NT] - AngAk - 10:42pm on 06/23/09

and don't forget the Spam sushi. [NT] - AngAk - 11:17pm on 06/23/09

HA! [NT] - FloriSandy - 2:22am on 06/24/09

now don't "HA" too loudly--I'm having some this trip, yes I am. [NT] - AngAk - 5:17am on 06/24/09

Sorry Ang, I thought you made that up. I never heard of spam sushi. [NT] - FloriSandy - 11:46am on 06/24/09

Oh yes, very real but I haven't tried it----yet. Pres Obama favors Spam musubi [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 6:24pm on 06/24/09

That's just too much - LOL. Actually, I used to prefer it sliced and fried on buttered - FloriSandy - 6:32pm on 06/24/09

last trip to hawaii I tried the breakfast with spam. this time it's the sushi. be brave. [NT] - AngAk - 6:40pm on 06/24/09
you got it Sandi -thin sliced and fried! [NT] - cheezz - 11:11pm on 06/24/09

some nice pictures here [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 6:38pm on 06/24/09
They look like blackboard erasers. Yummy [NT] - Marg CDN - 8:20pm on 06/24/09

my thought too---I would choose the hand rolls. [NT] - AngAk - 8:47pm on 06/24/09

Don't forget the pineapple chunks on the kabobs.... my favorite part!! [NT] - cheezz - 4:11am on 06/24/09

or.... Pineapple Bacon Rollups - cheezz - 4:12am on 06/24/09

REC: Delicious Coconut Buns - cheezz - 4:14am on 06/24/09

74 Hawaiian appetizers and recipes >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 4:16am on 06/24/09

Tess, for a work luau we had for the kids, I made fruit kabobs displayed on a watermellon. - MarilynFL - 11:42am on 06/24/09
This is a great book to buy, just for the luau centerpiece [LINK] - MoNJ - 12:55pm on 06/24/09
Thanks everyone for the info -- I'm pouring thru the sites and I've already got a list a mile long! [NT] - Tess - 3:55pm on 06/26/09

15246. This looks awesome: Roasted Beet & Carrots w/ Cumin Vinaigrette [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 9:21pm on 06/23/09 (0)

15247. Is anyone having luck with those upside down tomato plants?? Mine is trying to grow up, and the - AngAk - 11:20pm on 06/23/09 (10)

My neighbors have three of them and everytime I pass by their house - DawnNYS - 11:28pm on 06/23/09
I read a blog, Crazy Aunt Purl, and she's having problems with the water draining too fast too. - Heather_in_SF - 7:05am on 06/24/09

I read that blog too, and that's when I went out and looked and posted. next time, - AngAk - 5:54pm on 06/24/09

I have one also Ang and it has been growing up but has alot of flowers - carol whidbey Is - 2:25pm on 06/24/09

nice! did you have a stretch of dry weather too, like Seattle this summer? lots of sunshine instead - AngAk - 5:56pm on 06/24/09

Yes had a dry hot spell now its back to normal. Getting someone rain [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 2:44pm on 06/25/09

Oh no, potatoes growing out of your ear? Better get that checked out! teehee [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:02am on 06/25/09

Funny Dawn :) will let you know what he says [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 2:45pm on 06/25/09

I met this lady. she is in charge of tomatos [LINK] - wekick - 9:51pm on 06/29/09

I heard that same thing on the radio. He said that nature wants the - DawnNYS - 5:41pm on 06/30/09

15248. Cheetos are from the devil. Yes, I believe they are the original devil's food. Hawaii is just 6 - AngAk - 11:22pm on 06/23/09 (24)

Ang, I actually like the baked cheetos more than the deep fried. I think they taste... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:25am on 06/24/09
Cheetos are DE-VINE in my book... right up there with chocolate! Deep fried ones, of course :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:23am on 06/24/09

oh, and if you haven't had the Trader Joes "reduced fat" ones, well.... my sympathies! [NT] - cheezz - 4:24am on 06/24/09

no TJs for thousands of miles, but have you tried the white cheddar Cheetos? so fine - AngAk - 5:13am on 06/24/09

Ang, I believe you just got promoted to A Devil's Minion. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:20pm on 06/24/09

hahaha, I dare you to eat just one!! [NT] - AngAk - 5:56pm on 06/24/09

wait..... WHAT??!!! White cheddar cheetos?! What's a Fred Meyers? [NT] - cheezz - 11:14pm on 06/24/09

Kroger [NT] - AngAk - 11:49pm on 06/24/09

I've been feeling my head, checking for horns. - AngAk - 11:53pm on 06/24/09

we don't have Krogers here - I checked their website, and apparently none in California :( [NT] - cheezz - 4:28am on 06/25/09

is Cheetos a frito lay product? you should have this available somewhere near you. - AngAk - 6:01am on 06/25/09

shall I send you a care package?? imagine that, I have something up here that you don't! [NT] - AngAk - 5:34pm on 06/25/09
I searched and see they are the 'puffs'...too bad! I like the crunchy-thanks for the offer tho :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:52pm on 06/25/09

Cheezz, Kroger = Ralphs :-D [NT] - LisainLA - 2:43pm on 07/01/09

Cheeeeetoooooos... mmmm! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:06am on 06/24/09
Cheetos may be my husband's favourite food of all! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:16am on 06/24/09

There's a really large bodybuilder in the gym I go to. He's a superb athlete... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:55pm on 06/24/09

[high-pitched screechy voice] "Cheetos Give You Devil Fingers! Stained Orange Like Fires of He!!" [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:51pm on 06/24/09

that's why you need to go get the White Cheddar ones. [NT] - AngAk - 5:57pm on 06/24/09

[hahaha] [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:14pm on 06/25/09

Cheetos sind die Nahrung des Teufels. - Richard in Cincy - 10:47pm on 06/24/09

and in hieroglyphics?? [NT] - AngAk - 11:50pm on 06/24/09

There are lots of vultures and birds...take from it what you will. LOL [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 1:10am on 06/25/09

I cannot scroll past this without wanting CHEETOS! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:42am on 07/01/09

15249. Day four. I made the salmon patties/burgers that I posted the other day and - DawnNYS - 11:48pm on 06/23/09 (2)

dawn, what program are you following? I must have missed the post. [NT] - AngAk - 5:21am on 06/24/09

Basically the anti-inflammatory, where you omit as many refined sugars as - DawnNYS - 6:49pm on 06/24/09