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31080. Please consider donating to help update our site code - MarilynFL - 1:06pm on 09/13/19 (10)

I used my CC in August with absolutely no problems. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 2:23pm on 09/13/19
Me too. Everybody contribute please! [NT] - CathyZKauai - 4:29pm on 09/13/19
I sent him some coffee money a week or so ago but will also contribute to this project [NT] - Janet in NC - 5:34pm on 09/13/19
I added my donation to the pot. [NT] - judy-mass - 7:07pm on 09/13/19

Me too [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 10:53pm on 09/13/19

Me, too! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:47pm on 09/13/19
My donation is on its way! [NT] - wigs - 1:31pm on 09/16/19
Me too. I'm mostly a shy lurker but I like how genuine this site is. Not curated or commercialized. [NT] - Junebug - 1:28am on 09/17/19
Done! Thanks Paul! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:54am on 09/17/19
I did too - I'm very grateful for Paul's work and the generosity of - emtd - 11:08pm on 09/21/19

13540. ISO: Does anyone have a recipe for a Texas-Mex-style "gravy" enchilada/red sauce? - mistral - 8:20pm on 01/25/09 (4)

This is a great one mistral: Early Texas (Poor Boy) Enchilada Sauce [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 8:46pm on 01/25/09

This one is very close to the Jane Butel Tex-Mex Cookbook recipe. IMO, tomatoes have no place in - Curious1 - 9:02pm on 01/25/09

Here is Chili Gravy from the Tex Mex Cookbook - by Robb Walsh (REC inside) - Heather_in_SF - 2:49am on 01/26/09

This looks just like what my mom used to make -- born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:23pm on 01/26/09

13541. 16 Bean Chili Soup My own Creation - suz - 8:31pm on 01/25/09 (2)

Sounds delicious Suz. Don't you love it when wing-it soups turn out well? Have been making alot of - Pat-NoCal - 12:21am on 01/26/09

This has been a soup craze winter and wing-it soup is fun... - suz - 4:25pm on 01/26/09

13542. Took my 91 year old aunt to lunch at an independent Mexican restaurant on - CynUpstateNY - 9:31pm on 01/25/09 (35)

Yes and if they don't act nice about it, the health department - Music City Missy - 9:50pm on 01/25/09

ditto and ditto! [NT] - cheezz - 9:52pm on 01/25/09
I so agree Missy! Naturally, the elderly may be the first to be affected, but nevertheless, - Sandy_in_Philly - 2:22am on 01/26/09

Further to my comment Cyn, I would call the restaurant and tell them what happened. - Sandy_in_Philly - 3:01am on 01/26/09

I would definitely talk to the restaurant owner. If you can narrow down what you think - PatBastrop - 11:39pm on 01/25/09
Notify the restaurant, but please keep in mind that four hours is too soon for food poisoning - Joe - 2:08am on 01/26/09

I don't think this is necessarily true. Onset can happen from toxins already present, not - Charley - 8:41pm on 10/04/15

I had a similar reaction to an upscale seafood restaurant... - Richard in Cincy - 2:59am on 01/26/09

yes, there is food poisoning and there is food poisoning.... - PatBastrop - 3:24am on 01/26/09
I can relate Richard. Back in the early 80's I spent a night in Wash. DC at a nice - Sandy_in_Philly - 3:39am on 01/26/09
Many years ago I worked for a Chiro. One of our patients came in after eating at a nice seafood - Marsha tbay - 4:08am on 01/26/09

Cyn...notify your local health department. They'll go in and investigate. We are required to take a - Traca - 3:28am on 01/26/09

Traca, what's the problem with the beans? Is it being held at room temp too long? I make them a - Curious1 - 4:05am on 01/26/09

As with most improperly handled food, it's more about what you can't see.... - Traca - 4:44am on 01/26/09

You hit the nail on the head Traca and I couldn't have said it better! Here's the link that [LINK] - Sandy_in_Philly - 5:04am on 01/26/09

Curious, I did some research but only found botulism cases in canned refried - Sandy_in_Philly - 4:51am on 01/26/09

Because most "homemade cases" don't get reported. This chart specifically calls out [LINK] - Traca - 6:18am on 01/26/09

Great gum shoe work Traca! I'm in FL but my ServSafe book is in Philly - Sandy_in_Philly - 7:49am on 01/26/09

It's not in the processing in this case--it is, as Traca said, how long it was left on the - Charley - 8:44pm on 10/04/15

Thanks Sandy and Traca, good information. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:09pm on 01/26/09

We both ate the same thing which included refried beans. I'll call this a.m. Thanks. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:50am on 01/26/09

A quick note - it might've been contamination, rather than food poisoning. A few years - DawnNYS - 1:58pm on 01/26/09

I went to my favorite Pho place last week. The asian-style spoon they gave me tasted of... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:40pm on 01/26/09

Yeah, the last time I went to a new Pho place in N Austin on the way home - PatBastrop - 8:19pm on 01/26/09

Pat, do you think it was something you ate from that restaurant? [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:30pm on 01/27/09
It was the same at a Melting Pot Fondue place here. So much grease in the air from - Curious1 - 2:38pm on 01/27/09
I don't know if it was something we ordered or if we were sitting under a vent. - PatBastrop - 2:58pm on 01/27/09

Refried beans can be a problem if they are not cooled down fast enough after the first cooking - Joe - 4:04pm on 01/26/09

Dept of health said if someone complains to the restaurant the restaurant is supposed to notify them - CynUpstateNY - 8:50pm on 01/26/09

I once heard a lecture from an FDA investigator... - Glennis_NoCA - 4:39am on 01/27/09

They also told me the problem is usually with the rice. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:04pm on 01/27/09

I remember Sanra posting about how easily rice spoils - I never kept leftovers after that. [NT] - LisainLA - 5:45pm on 01/27/09

~sitcks the D in to Sandra's name above~ [NT] - LisainLA - 5:45pm on 01/27/09

And still another reason for eating at home. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:39pm on 01/27/09

Magnets on the garbage lids -- brings up a whole 'nother image!!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 6:10pm on 01/27/09

13543. Meryl-Made the Walnut Fig Biscotti you posted. My tweaks: [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 10:26pm on 01/25/09 (1)

Thanks for the review, Melissa. [NT] - Meryl - 11:10pm on 01/25/09

13544. Thawed vacuum sealed chicken on Friday, my fridge is very cold, is it still good? [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 11:47pm on 01/25/09 (4)

Smell it, it'll tell ya! It should be fine. [NT] - PatBastrop - 12:02am on 01/26/09
I would use it, no problem, especially since it was defrosted in fridge. . . - mistral - 5:16am on 01/26/09
I thawed v-s pork in the refrigerator and used it several days later. The - DawnNYS - 1:48pm on 01/26/09

Okay, I sniffed and I cooked! Dawn, I made the chicken you posted in TNT from Dot [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 7:39pm on 01/26/09

13545. Peanut butter - check your cupboards! My pal Laura is sick with salmonilla from a Kashi - Heather_in_SF - 12:30am on 01/26/09 (16)

I have half a box of the Kashi peanut butter bars in my desk at work. - Michael in Sarasota - 12:41am on 01/26/09

Oh my....that will not be good for Kashi - KarenNoCA - 12:51am on 01/26/09
Not wanting to be glib, but M, if you've already ate half the box and not gotten sick... - Richard in Cincy - 2:54am on 01/26/09

I thought about that too after I posted so I'm having one right now! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 1:39pm on 01/26/09

; ) [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:15pm on 01/26/09
I had half a bag of peanut butter filled pretzels left...no one got sick from the 1st half! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 4:43am on 01/27/09

That's very disconcerting news Heather! I'm sorry to say/repeat that it's the peanut by-products - Sandy_in_Philly - 2:10am on 01/26/09

Yes, apparently this includes peanut sauces too. - Heather_in_SF - 2:37am on 01/26/09
By the way, what IS peanut butter paste? Sounds depressing. [NT] - aajay - 4:18pm on 01/26/09

The last time there was a peanut butter salmonella recall, - Dawn_MO - 2:51am on 01/26/09

An excerpt from FDA " - - - Environmental sources of the organism include water, [LINK] - Sandy_in_Philly - 3:18am on 01/26/09

Oh, meant to tell you, look under Associated Foods at the FDA link and it states peanut butter! [NT] - Sandy_in_Philly - 3:24am on 01/26/09

What I can't figure out is why there are - DawnNYS - 1:07pm on 01/26/09

Did you read in the FDA link (and thanks Sandy for posting) that they think the contamination was as - Heather_in_SF - 7:45pm on 01/26/09
Your bet bet it to stay away from snack foods, unless you make them yourselves - KarenNoCA - 8:10pm on 01/26/09
Oh, this answers that (they're safe) [NT] [LINK] - DawnNYS - 3:15pm on 02/01/09

13546. REC: Spotted D|ck. This was a total slam dunk at my dinner party on Saturday. - Richard in Cincy - 3:13am on 01/26/09 (18)

Nah, they just liked it because of the name! :-) (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:17am on 01/26/09

LOL ~ Oh that is just rich :) mistral you made my day + plus I was thinking the same thing LOL [NT] - dianncy1964 - 5:45am on 01/26/09

Sounds divine (not my fav. though 'cause of the raisins) but English food can be scrumpshish!!! [NT] - joanietoo - 12:52pm on 01/26/09

Joanie, I used really good quality golden raisins and they just blended right in... - Richard in Cincy - 2:19pm on 01/26/09

Golden raisins: "near invisibility in the baked cookie, providing a psychological trompe l'oeil." [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:36pm on 01/26/09

That stuff was the hit of my Euchre club gift exhange... - Tessie in Cincy - 4:37pm on 01/26/09
Richard, I'm afraid to ask, but what was the theme? [NT] - Joe - 10:21pm on 01/26/09

you're braver than me, Joe :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:29am on 01/27/09

I was waiting for someone else to stick their neck out and ask. ;o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 12:58am on 01/27/09
Spotted foods, right? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:56am on 01/27/09

Or maybe a "Farewell, Cheney" evening. [NT] - Joe - 5:12am on 01/27/09

Ding Ding Ding Ding...You win the prize Joe!!! - Richard in Cincy - 2:40pm on 01/27/09

That's the mildest one that occurred to me. I'm so relieved. [NT] - Joe - 2:54pm on 01/27/09

You mean an old fashioned Victorian winter dinner party never occured to you?!?!? ; ) [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:58pm on 01/27/09

Never. [NT] - Joe - 3:36pm on 01/27/09

LOL! - LisainLA - 5:42pm on 01/27/09

Ah, one of my favourite steamed puds! And very versatile. Substitute diced candied fruit and it's - Shaun in TO - 2:42pm on 01/27/09

Shaun, absolutely, the suet is the key and... - Richard in Cincy - 2:50pm on 01/27/09

13547. Just had to share this with you.... [LINK] - Traca - 6:54am on 01/26/09 (9)

awwwww, nice, thanks [NT] - Nan - 1:08pm on 01/26/09
Brilliant writing, as usual, T...but I'm still laughing over this comment: - MarilynFL - 1:16pm on 01/26/09

That Bacon post is a thing of brilliance.. Truly, I read it to people all the time.... then cook - Heather_in_SF - 7:43pm on 01/26/09

Uh, Miss H, now that I know you better, I have to say, you're the COO of - Traca - 3:01am on 01/27/09

Ha! ha ha ha ha! Now I'm going to put that on my resume...... - Heather_in_SF - 8:05pm on 01/27/09

Bacon vodka...hum...I suppose if you could get a big enough flavor from [LINK] - Traca - 1:10am on 01/28/09

Nice to return the laugh...Thanks Marilyn. [NT] - Traca - 3:00am on 01/27/09

Great article Traca!!! I remember skating and singing to that tune as well! [NT] - CactusSue - 2:31pm on 01/26/09

LOL! That and I think we wore out my friend's Xanadu album! Ya'll remember that one? [NT] - Traca - 2:59am on 01/27/09

13548. Anybody watch 60 Minutes last night? Does CRS=Zombie? [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 2:49pm on 01/26/09 (14)

I did, they think they will live longer but I'm not sure for what. They look too weak for anything. [NT] - Janet in NC - 2:53pm on 01/26/09
They won't live longer, it will just SEEM longer! [NT] - aajay - 4:11pm on 01/26/09

Amen to that. Here's their chocolate pudding. Anyone care to compare it to Meryl's dutch cocoa ver? [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:21pm on 01/26/09

What the heck is Micronized Cellulose (powdered) ? And do I really want to eat it? Seriously? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 4:56pm on 01/26/09

M, you know those old sofas you see on the highway with the stuffing poking out? One man's old sofa - MarilynFL - 5:44pm on 01/26/09

ROTFLMAO!!!! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:21pm on 01/26/09

Dude, if you EVER buy pre-shredded cheese, you are eating this stuff! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 6:46pm on 01/26/09

I know this is an international site, but, what language is "pre-shredded cheese"? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:49pm on 01/26/09
Pre-packaged shredded cheese? And maybe I am thinking of microcrystalline cellulose. . . (nt) [NT] - mistral - 10:10pm on 01/26/09

LOL I don't buy it but I've seen it and know where you get the S**t in CRS;>} [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:42pm on 01/26/09

Marilyn, just reading that recipe has caused me distress and shortened my life. [NT] - Joe - 9:27pm on 01/26/09

I am sorry but I keep reading "CRS" as "Can't Remember S**t!" - mistral - 6:45pm on 01/26/09

me too!!! LOL [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:39pm on 01/26/09

Maybe I'm missing something but resveratrol is already on the market... - MariaDNoCA - 3:04am on 02/02/09

13549. Made the Bittersweet Chocolate and Pear cake that Meryl posted on 13516 - starburst - 5:37pm on 01/26/09 (2)

Glad it turned out well! [NT] - Meryl - 11:18pm on 01/26/09
glad to hear your report - i've been wanting to make it. [NT] - wildwoods - 7:24pm on 01/27/09

13550. Walmarts now carry a large selection of different Mexican cheese. What one will give me - MarilynFL - 6:51pm on 01/26/09 (4)

"Which" one will give me... [sheesh] [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:53pm on 01/26/09
Quesadilla or Oaxaca Chihauha or Asadero - Melissa Dallas - 7:30pm on 01/26/09

Thanks, Mel! [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:13pm on 01/26/09

You're welcome. They are fun to try, but for melting cheeses I don't think there is - Melissa Dallas - 9:31pm on 01/26/09

13551. Woman's Day Magazine - 20 Heart Shaped Desserts [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 6:58pm on 01/26/09 (1)

Thanks for posting, Gay. I think I'll make the Quilted Val. Cake for an upcoming bake sale. Cute!! [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:54pm on 01/28/09

13552. REC: Spinach risotto (very tasty) - EvaN - 7:10pm on 01/26/09 (1)

Mmmm, I love risotto and this sounds tasty, Eva. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:41pm on 01/26/09

13553. Is everyone familiar with Miami Spice Powder? I didn't realize that I had used my last bottle - Marg CDN - 10:25pm on 01/26/09 (7)

Marg, is this it? [LINK] - PatBastrop - 2:13am on 01/27/09
OK! Here is Steven Raichlen's recipe from his book -- hope this helps - PatBastrop - 2:21am on 01/27/09

Pat, I love that book! Do you have any favorite recipes? [NT] - barb_b - 11:59am on 01/27/09

My book falls open to page 120, the beef grilling chart. - PatBastrop - 3:17pm on 01/27/09

Will have to check the desserts out...Although, I do not have a sweet tooth. Love his viniagrettes - barb_b - 9:07pm on 01/27/09

Perfect, This is just what I will do. Thank you Pat. [NT] - Marg CDN - 6:17pm on 01/27/09
You are welcome, Marg!!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 4:07am on 01/28/09

13554. From Williams Sonoma REC: Smoked Macaroni & Cheese... - charlie - 11:45pm on 01/26/09 (2)

Interesting concept. anyone ever smoke raw pasta before cooking? - Richard in Cincy - 3:17pm on 01/27/09

You might have something there Richard--I know that Italians like to cook polenta in ... - charlie - 4:07pm on 01/27/09

13555. and one more from WS REC: Cheesy Meat Loaf... - charlie - 11:46pm on 01/26/09 (0)

13556. Hi everyone, if you had a "box" yellow cake mix (with vanilla pudding) and you wanted - orchid - 11:47pm on 01/26/09 (16)

cut them in half horizontally, spread w/ jam of your choice, drizzle with favorite liqueur, replace - Luisa_Calif - 12:52am on 01/27/09

Luisa, that sounds delicious! [NT] - cheezz - 12:55am on 01/27/09
How about mixing some of that jam with a little liquer (of similar flavor) and then. . . - mistral - 2:50am on 01/27/09

Cut a cone-shaped plug out and fill with lemon curd. [Put a thin knife in the middle of the top - MarilynFL - 12:35pm on 01/27/09

Take flavored cream-cream and beat in a little powdered sugar. Fill plug. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:37pm on 01/27/09

Dip a fresh strawberry in melted chocolate chips and fill plug. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:38pm on 01/27/09

Swirl peanut butter and jelly and fill plug. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:38pm on 01/27/09

Cut a banana into a 1" length, fill plug and top off with a tab of caramel. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:39pm on 01/27/09

Hmmmm....I think I'm gonna be doin some pluggin. [NT] - orchid - 5:15pm on 01/27/09

I ran across this recipe for Pina Colada Muffins that interests me. I don't - orchid - 7:35pm on 01/27/09

I vote for this and think you should report back the taste results immediately. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:35pm on 01/28/09

OK, I made them this morning and they're good. I'm such a poor judge - orchid - 7:31pm on 01/28/09

Darn girl, you convinced me! I love sweet tangy lime/lemon...anything. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:50pm on 01/28/09

Personally, I won't use any other brand than Duncan Hines - Pillsbury is awful! (IMHO) [NT] - cheezz - 4:25am on 01/29/09

I agree with Duncan Hines as the choice for boxed mix. [NT] - LisainLA - 8:43pm on 02/01/09

It's official.....the Pina Colada Cupcakes were a huge hit! I've been told - orchid - 3:00pm on 01/29/09

13557. Chinese Recipes from Food & Wine: [NT] - Meryl - 12:21am on 01/27/09 (5)

Recipes [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:21am on 01/27/09

More Recipes [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:21am on 01/27/09

More and More recipes [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:22am on 01/27/09

More and more and more recipes [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:22am on 01/27/09

Meryl, this recipe website is a gold mine, I love all the recipes, and have bookmarked this site [NT] - dianncy1964 - 4:37pm on 01/27/09

13558. Quiz: So You Think You Can Bake? - Meryl - 1:16am on 01/27/09 (7)

Answers: (Don't cheat now)! [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:18am on 01/27/09
I got 10, but the soggy pie crust ? was pretty much a guess [NT] - Nan - 2:21am on 01/27/09
Pitiful... I got 7. Don't bake bread and have never made sponge cake... guess I better brush up! [NT] - cheezz - 3:31am on 01/27/09
Got 9, but analyzed myself out of the 10th right answer. That will teach me. - MarilynFL - 12:32pm on 01/27/09

I got 8. I was fine with the yeast questions. It's that newfangled self-rising flour that did me in. [NT] - Joe - 2:42pm on 01/27/09

I missed 1, I know nothing about sponge cakes. Interesting quizzes, thanks Meryl. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:01pm on 01/27/09
I got 8 - missed the Heritage Yeast Bread and sponge...darn! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 2:57am on 01/28/09

13559. Lunch/Appetizer/Dinner idea... Chicken Packet - Mercy - 4:43am on 01/27/09 (1)

Sounds great Mercy! My kind of weekday cooking... [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:49pm on 01/27/09

13560. ISO JulieR-WA -Made your Spaghetti Alla Ceci with extra garlic-It was very good! Thanks for posting! [NT] - Meryl - 5:00am on 01/27/09 (0)

13561. So You Think Can Bake? Part II - - Meryl - 5:53am on 01/27/09 (13)

Typo - should read "So You Think YOU Can Bake?" [NT] - Meryl - 5:53am on 01/27/09

Answers (no cheating)! [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:54am on 01/27/09

I missed 3 as well...pie crusts...egg, and bread temps. [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 3:15am on 01/28/09

9, misread and overthought the egg?. [NT] - Nan - 2:56pm on 01/27/09
8. Still suffering from soggy pie crusts..... [NT] - PatBastrop - 3:11pm on 01/27/09

Yeah, me too. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:54pm on 01/27/09

Got a 9, never tought to stick a thermometer into a loaf...always banged the bottom. No wonder I'm - joanietoo - 3:45pm on 01/27/09

I found that out with bagettes. Just a 15 degree internal difference made all the difference in the - MarilynFL - 4:22pm on 01/27/09

Oh, I got 8 out of 10. Somehow I read "too little" as "too much". [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:23pm on 01/27/09
Well Mar...any bottom thumping I usually leave to the Italians as I never get it right either! [NT] - joanietoo - 5:55pm on 01/27/09

should have read 'I'll leave to the ..." cant type either...must be 'cause it is...3*C... [NT] - joanietoo - 5:57pm on 01/27/09
ha! [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:54pm on 01/27/09

I missed 3. The first because I misread it as baking powder, also missed 3 and 8. I knew about - Curious1 - 3:53pm on 01/27/09

13562. Hit an all time new low: piece of cheese, a piece of torrone and a glass of wine for dinner - Heather_in_SF - 6:41am on 01/27/09 (22)

I know what you mean. Had the same type of day too. Just couldn't find anything to eat. Is it - Mercy - 7:26am on 01/27/09
I was even worse-cup of instant ramen. Same problem-freezer & pantry full - Melissa Dallas - 1:06pm on 01/27/09

You know what they say about instant ramen... If what you're cooking costs less than ... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:34pm on 01/27/09

Too funny! It's only an occasional indulgence...It was too cold, wet & nasty to make - Melissa Dallas - 4:27pm on 01/27/09

No need to justify it... we eat it too, and more often than I'd care to admit. - Michael in Phoenix - 10:09pm on 01/27/09

One of my favs is amended ramen noodles... - Glennis_NoCA - 3:21am on 01/28/09

Breakfast yesterday morning was ramen noodles, thin sliced left over grilled pork, - orchid - 5:10am on 01/28/09

how bad is it that I have an instant hot water heater installed at the sink? [NT] - AngAk - 9:37pm on 01/29/09

My favorite conversation that includes the word "ennui" - MarilynFL - 1:08pm on 01/27/09

...and don't worry, Heather, Mercy, and Melissa....I ate your calories yesterday. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:10pm on 01/27/09
Brilliant! [NT] - PatBastrop - 3:10pm on 01/27/09

Mmmmmm...dinner party leftovers transformed beautifully into an - Richard in Cincy - 2:38pm on 01/27/09
Did you discover a nice wine pairing for the torrone? [NT] - Joe - 2:52pm on 01/27/09

I would say a nice port or a Muscato D'Asti...mmmm, yes, either one of those. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:57pm on 01/27/09
I had a bottle of Clarion from Casa Rodena in Rancho del Albuquerque , NM - Heather_in_SF - 8:00pm on 01/27/09

H, are you in "green chili denial" yet? I have Rancho de Chimayo cookbook if you need anything. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:16pm on 01/27/09

Nope! tonight I'm having "finally got off my lazy butt and cleaned out the pantry" chicken soup - Heather_in_SF - 12:50am on 01/28/09

Heather, I always think of Lucy and Ethyl when I hear "Rio Grande"! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:39am on 01/28/09

I, personally, like buttered popcorn for dinner. Don't feel bad! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 4:55pm on 01/27/09

Breakfast!! I think of it as buttered corn flakes without the sugar! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 3:22am on 01/28/09

Oh, it must be something in the air! I was eyeing a bottle of sparkling wine - LisainLA - 5:24pm on 01/27/09
that almost absolves my dinner of chocolate cupcake and wine last night. it was good wine - doesn't - wildwoods - 7:33pm on 01/27/09

13563. REC Grandmother's Sofrito(meatball stew w.potatoes/Jerusalem artichokes... - elaineta - 11:00am on 01/27/09 (1)

How wonderful! It's not often you see a recipe with the Jerusalem artichokes - Heather_in_SF - 2:26am on 01/28/09

13564. NFRC...Anyone have address book software that they would recomend? I have all my #s written - barb_b - 1:19pm on 01/27/09 (4)

I like Outlook, not Outlook Express that comes with every computer - Music City Missy - 11:40pm on 01/27/09
Sorry, Barb, I just use the address book that comes with my email. No problems there tho. [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:47pm on 01/28/09
Thx everyone...Need to get more organized in '09,,,,Appreciate the ideas/PMs... [NT] - barb_b - 2:31pm on 01/28/09
Actually I use Plaxo...then everyone has to only keep themselves updated [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 3:19am on 02/02/09

13565. Does anyone have a recipe for a Mexican casserole (beef) that uses - Elenor - 5:09pm on 01/27/09 (7)

Not beef and no chips either, but it's tasty: Mexican Chicken Casserole [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:15pm on 01/27/09
Do you mean taco casserole? I've not made, but here's one that got great reviews at [LINK] - Curious1 - 5:33pm on 01/27/09
Here's a recipe from an early 70's Women's Day... - DJM - 11:10pm on 01/27/09
here's my all-time fave Taco Casserole recipe - have made this about a bazillion times... - cheezz - 12:46am on 01/28/09
The Mexican chicken looks great but since chicken has been spoken for, will have - Elenor - 7:31am on 01/28/09
How about a Frito Pie? My mom used to make this. - PatBastrop - 1:26pm on 01/28/09

Thanks for all of these ideas! Perfect for this weekend. [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:49pm on 01/28/09

13566. Had to post this, but dont know how to post the pictures...I had super food on - joanietoo - 5:25pm on 01/27/09 (6)

Joanie, here's a link to the article that includes the pictures...funny! [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 5:45pm on 01/27/09

Thanx Curious.....yup I... - joanietoo - 5:53pm on 01/27/09

A CRIME AGAINST BLOODY COOKING!!! ROFL. I'm laughing so hard after reading this!!! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 10:05pm on 01/27/09

Thanks to both of you. C, the photos make it even better. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:53pm on 01/27/09

It's beyond me why they can't just serve soup ( a clear one, not a gloppy, pasty one) a sandwich.... - aajay - 11:42pm on 01/27/09
Here is an update--and guess it sometime pays to bi**h?? [NT] [LINK] - Nan - 4:26pm on 01/28/09

13567. Last-minute Lasagna from Real Simple. I'm almost ashamed to post, it's such a no-brainer. But it [LINK] - Curious1 - 5:52pm on 01/27/09 (2)

Here is another quick Lasgana~ Lasagna Roll-ups with Bechamel Sauce ~ Quick and simple - dianncy1964 - 6:29pm on 01/27/09
Amazing! I am making almost the exact same thing right now, Curious! Except - DawnNYS - 10:44pm on 01/27/09

13568. Does anyone use GreenPan cookware? My Calphalon is pitting so I was looking around. Some - Shaun in TO - 6:19pm on 01/27/09 (12)

Hi Shaun, Haven't used GreenPan cookware, but I [LINK] - SusanKentfieldCa - 1:36am on 01/28/09

Thanks, Susan. Saw Scanpan in my online travels but didn't pay much attention. I see people love it. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 2:50pm on 01/28/09

I want one but ka [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 4:54am on 01/30/09

What is UP with my PC today????? I wanted to type "kaCHING"!!! - Heather_in_SF - 4:56am on 01/30/09

HA! I thought you were making one of those phlegmy sounds in the back of your throat...hahahaha [NT] - cheezz - 5:48am on 01/30/09

On the other hand, if KA makes one, it will BE ka-ching! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:59pm on 01/31/09

I had a first generation ScanPan 4 qt pan and used it constantly. Unfortunately, it got really - Curious1 - 11:37am on 01/30/09

I had problems with an early ScanPan. - KC_ - 1:08pm on 01/30/09

I have one and it is fine But note they are made in China where consistency - Luisa_Calif - 3:50pm on 01/31/09

Shaun, do you wash the Calphalon in the dishwasher? [NT] - Marg CDN - 5:03pm on 01/31/09

Never. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 3:08pm on 02/01/09

Haven't cook on one but I can tell you they are very lightweight - MariaDNoCA - 4:52am on 02/02/09

13569. Is anyone else having a Super Bowl Party? - desertjean - 7:20pm on 01/27/09 (8)

Yes, well, just a few neighbors. I'm probably making the seven (or eight or nine)-layer - DawnNYS - 10:38pm on 01/27/09

Brother-in-law is having the family over. Eclectic menu pigs in a blanket , hot wings, shrimp scampi - GailNJ - 12:50am on 01/28/09
No but the kids are excited to eat "football" food so I am starting to plan - Kathleen - 7:37pm on 01/28/09

Kids don't care about original, just good - something they don't usually get. You're great at that! - DawnNYS - 9:04pm on 01/28/09

Thanks for the ideas. They do love guac so maybe I will add that to the mix. - Kathleen - 1:53pm on 01/29/09

I usually make a Liver Pate Football. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:31pm on 01/28/09

Now this is my kind of football party! [NT] - LisainLA - 8:45pm on 02/01/09

Wow, think about this for your party! ;-) - MandyinUT - 3:49pm on 01/30/09

13570. Made his for dinner tonight. Fabulous! - GailNJ - 10:10pm on 01/27/09 (5)

I guess it would help if I post the link! [NT] - GailNJ - 10:11pm on 01/27/09

link [NT] [LINK] - GailNJ - 10:13pm on 01/27/09

This does look like a delicious version of Arroz con Pollo. I will try this tomorrow. Thanks Gail. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:14pm on 01/27/09

Michael you won't be disappointed. I'm calling my daughter tonight to see if she'll pick me up - GailNJ - 12:11am on 01/28/09

We're fortunate to have it in most of our supermarkets here. I have a chicken I need... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:23am on 01/28/09

13571. I'm loving these John Kelly Truffle Fudge Bites with Sea Salt.... [LINK] - Traca - 1:31am on 01/28/09 (7)

If there's one thing I love more than bacon, it is a good caramel... mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 2:22am on 01/28/09

I'm not sure which one I love more...I'll have to do some more taste testing and get back to you. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:42am on 01/28/09

I'm dying to try the bacon caramels Chef Jason is playing with - Music City Missy - 2:54am on 01/28/09

Tin Foil hat alert!!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 3:40am on 01/28/09
Ooh, thanks for reminding me. He & I are planning a dinner together at the end of February. I'll - Traca - 3:43am on 01/28/09

Send me some! Yeah - he's subbing some of the bacon fat for butter [NT] - Music City Missy - 5:38pm on 01/28/09

MERYL! Did you hear... FUDGE dipped in CHOCOLATE!! {{sound of heavy breathing}} [NT] - cheezz - 4:29am on 01/29/09

13572. the Bacon - Booze experiment has commenced... [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 2:21am on 01/28/09 (3)

Heather, you'll love the BLTini. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:36am on 01/28/09

this summer, you can try a BLKini. [NT] - rvb - 6:54pm on 01/28/09

How fun! I've got to start some bacon vodka for that BLTini! [NT] - Music City Missy - 2:53am on 01/28/09

13573. Williams Sonoma filled pancakes((ebelskiver)? - arriba - 2:31am on 01/28/09 (13)

Don't fall for that method...use a small muffin pan, fill with jam or whatever you want. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:28am on 01/28/09

I love my ebelskiver pan! Bought it at WS outlet for $14.95. I've made them filled - PatBastrop - 4:09am on 01/28/09

Oh Dear Lord, WS has an outlet? Please, someone, save me from myself. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:05pm on 01/28/09

ROTFL! [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:22pm on 01/28/09
BANG!!!! - there marilyn. no more temptation. [NT] - rvb - 5:04pm on 01/28/09

I did not know either! Uh Oh! No excuse now to avoid all sorts of one use gadgets! - arriba - 5:29pm on 01/28/09

Here's one list, but I don't think it's comprehensive. No CA stores listed. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:28pm on 01/28/09

Ah, the closest one is in Las Vegas. Road Trip!!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 3:09am on 01/29/09
oh GOOD! [NT] - cheezz - 4:30am on 01/29/09

Thank you, rvb, for Glocking me to stop me. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:31pm on 01/28/09

Thanks Karen. I didn't know if the pan was absolutely necessary for shape. - arriba - 5:30pm on 01/28/09

Arriba, if you like to cook Indian cuisine, and do end up buying an ebelskiver pan, - Judy-TX - 3:34pm on 01/30/09

Thanks. I love Indian food and will look for that recipe. I def. see a pan in my future [NT] - arriba - 2:18am on 01/31/09

13574. Eastern US: How bad are you getting hit tonight? - Richard in Cincy - 2:43am on 01/28/09 (14)

Hope you have a fireplace. We are in the 50's tonight (AL), keep warm, sending warm thoughts, [NT] - Marianne - 3:01am on 01/28/09
not bad at all, richard. so far. the significant icing, though, should hit overnight. [NT] - rvb - 3:43am on 01/28/09
We are waiting for ice down here in Texas, too. This afternoon we left for Austin and it was - PatBastrop - 4:12am on 01/28/09

7AM and no ice. It is above freezing out there. The weatherman strikes again!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 1:19pm on 01/28/09

I had my house open today but ended up turning the AC on, humidity after fog. It's supposed to be - Marsha tbay - 4:18am on 01/28/09

Yep, me too Marsha but it's been a glorious week hasn't it? I love - orchid - 4:58am on 01/28/09

Indeed, something we can't do often. I thought today's air felt more like fall. Gorgeous! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 9:26pm on 01/28/09

They're predicting 15 inches for us. BLAH! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:01am on 01/28/09
South Jersey Snow here (RAIN) Had a few inches of snow last night now its a slushy mess. - GailNJ - 1:14pm on 01/28/09
Nothing the night you wrote, but today it's supposed to snow all - DawnNYS - 1:40pm on 01/28/09
Cold, Rainy, Slushy and I have to go out! [NT] - suz - 4:23pm on 01/28/09
An inglorious snow-ice-slush mix. Luckily, everything within a five-block radius delivers. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 4:48pm on 01/28/09
Taking an ice day. 25 this am with freezing rain/sleet from about 8:00 p.m. til - Melissa Dallas - 4:50pm on 01/28/09
had to laugh at Pres Obama's comment about getting some Chicago grit into the DC - AngAk - 10:00pm on 01/29/09

13575. Lemon and Sesame Chicken Recipe. Son's girlfriend made this while we were on vacation. Very Good. - GailNJ - 1:53pm on 01/28/09 (0)

13576. Along the lines of Meryl's earlier post, ISO your favorite muffin. It doesn't matter - DawnNYS - 2:00pm on 01/28/09 (27)

Since I am trying to eat "healthier," I found the recipe inside very good (more) - SusanLP - 2:16pm on 01/28/09

Thanks Susan! These sound good and I hope you continue to be healthy! :o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:15pm on 01/28/09

REC: Oatmeal Muffins [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 4:25pm on 01/28/09

I made these when the recipe was in Gourmet, they are great! [NT] - arriba - 1:23am on 01/29/09
Sounds like a great muffin, but working on subs to lower those carbs.. - suz - 10:51pm on 01/29/09

REC: Blueberry Muffins - Shaun in TO - 4:30pm on 01/28/09
Bran Muffins - old favourite family recipe. - Elenor - 5:04pm on 01/28/09
Carole Walter's blueberry muffins - Stephanie-Oh - 5:07pm on 01/28/09
Here are two that I make - carol whidbey Is - 5:08pm on 01/28/09

"Sift add wet oven 375"--I love it! From "The Shorthand Ckbk"? [NT] - Shaun in TO - 5:43pm on 01/28/09

Shaun one came from cooking without recipes. I hate to type - carol whidbey Is - 10:43pm on 01/28/09

Thanks Carol, and everyone! Some great ideas here. [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:50pm on 01/29/09

Some of my favorites: - Meryl - 9:01pm on 01/28/09

Meryl - could you post the chocolate breakfast (of course), and the baked donut? Thanks! [NT] - cheezz - 4:33am on 01/29/09

Here ya go, cheezz: [NT] - Meryl - 5:42am on 01/29/09

Chocolate Breakfast Muffins [LINK] - Meryl - 5:45am on 01/29/09
Baked Donut Muffins - Meryl - 5:55am on 01/29/09

a double THANK YOU! [NT] - cheezz - 12:24am on 01/30/09

Ooh, and the Medaglia D'Oro? Sounds like it'd go good with my new expresso! [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:49pm on 01/29/09

Here ya go: Medaglia D'Oro muffins - Meryl - 6:15pm on 01/29/09

Thanks Meryl! [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:27pm on 01/29/09

REC: Lemon Sour Cream Blueberry Muffins... - charlie - 9:23pm on 01/28/09

Thanks Charlie - I think I did make these once, called "Sunshine" muffins I think. Or maybe that - DawnNYS - 12:51pm on 01/29/09

the Official NY State Apple Muffin is terrfic [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 10:28pm on 01/29/09

Sounds delicious, didn't know we had a muffin!! [NT] - suz - 10:49pm on 01/29/09

Didn't you notice? That's what the state bird is sitting on :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:25am on 01/30/09

I imagine ours would be full of fruits and nuts -- with a lot of cracks ...heehee [NT] - cheezz - 12:25am on 01/30/09

13577. In case I don't make the Quilted Valentine Cake for the bake sale, do (ISO cake ideas) - DawnNYS - 3:21pm on 01/28/09 (15)

Do you mean 3-D "round"? [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:30pm on 01/28/09

No, just round and 2 inches tall. I just bought a package of disposable ones - DawnNYS - 8:57pm on 01/28/09

How about red velvet cake with white/coconut frosting? more inside... - cheezz - 4:48am on 01/29/09

Great idea - seeing that this will probably be eaten by kids (community bake sale), do you - DawnNYS - 12:05pm on 01/29/09

Any good red juice would work - it's more for the color than anything else. [NT] - cheezz - 12:26am on 01/30/09

P.S. They have *recipes* at eBay?! Who would've thought! [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:08pm on 01/29/09

D, you had such fun with fondant, why not a simple cake with some roses on top? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:51pm on 01/29/09

Peggy Porschen (Pretty Party Cakes) shows how to make a heart-shaped cupcake from a round foil [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:59pm on 01/29/09

Nice idea! Pretty. I had no idea there were so many tools for this. [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:13pm on 01/29/09

But she doesn't show any picutres showing a toothpick... you just use it to make the rose, not - DawnNYS - 3:17pm on 01/29/09

And now I have to find rose leaves in January in Syracuse. lol Are weeping fig trees poisonous? [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:29pm on 01/29/09

That was not a serious question, but yes!! Turns out they are. All species of the Ficus family are! [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:33pm on 01/29/09

you can make a heart from a square pan and round pan - AngAk - 10:10pm on 01/29/09

Thanks for the idea - that would be different from the same old, same old cookies and brownies - DawnNYS - 1:33am on 01/30/09

And glad to see you back. Hugs and good thoughts going up to you. [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:34am on 01/30/09

13578. Information Website for RECALLED Peanut Butter Products [NT] [LINK] - dianncy1964 - 4:45pm on 01/28/09 (5)

I had 3 8-packs of Austin PB sandwiches ( made by Keebler which is owned by Kellogg, .... - aajay - 5:06pm on 01/28/09

I love peanut butter so much... and this samonella outbreak is terrible, for now, I'm not eating any [NT] - dianncy1964 - 5:22pm on 01/28/09

And I just heard this a.m. that some (all?) jars of CHUNKY peanut butter joined the recall list. - DawnNYS - 3:10pm on 01/29/09

Lol, BA's January issue says peanut butter desserts are a trend for the year. Recipes at link. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:13pm on 01/29/09

Yeh! Wonder who paid for that 'advertising'. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:21am on 01/30/09

13579. Here are a few good jokes - carol whidbey Is - 5:29pm on 01/28/09 (10)

carol, carol, carol....where's the punchline to the last one?? [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:15pm on 01/28/09

I loved the fridge one...Forwarded on... But on my edge of my seat...What did he whisper? [NT] - barb_b - 6:25pm on 01/28/09
Here's what came up when I Googled this joke (I couldn't resist)... - ErininNY - 8:24pm on 01/28/09

lol [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:59pm on 01/28/09

"Iron this, and get me something to eat...." [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:19pm on 01/28/09

Something to eat? On a plane?! Where's *he* been the last 10 years? [NT] - Shaun in TO - 10:00pm on 01/28/09

See joanietoo's post about airline food. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:16pm on 01/28/09

Oh, that's right. lol [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:01pm on 01/29/09

Thanks carol (and erin) for the laughs.! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:30pm on 01/28/09
LOL [NT] - barb_b - 12:22pm on 01/29/09

13580. Honey and spiced pork chops - emtd - 6:17pm on 01/28/09 (1)

yum. it's saved. i just put a marinade on my pork loin chops or i'da done it tonight.7 [NT] - rvb - 6:45pm on 01/28/09

13581. Bacon lovers unite--REC: Bacon & Double Cheeseburger loaf... - charlie - 7:19pm on 01/28/09 (18)

Keep it up, charlie. I'll be able to sell my ZOCOR in back alley "black markets" soon. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:40pm on 01/28/09

LOL--whatever you do, don't look below [NT] - charlie - 7:45pm on 01/28/09

I'm beginning to feel like that dog in the commercial getting a treat: BACon! - Heather_in_SF - 9:23pm on 01/28/09

You know, I am starting to worry about you guys? a chocolate obession might be o.k.? but to me bacon - Nan - 9:54pm on 01/28/09

You're not alone Nan...good bacon is hard to find. I can only handle it crispy and non-greasy - MarilynFL - 12:20am on 01/29/09
My dad doesn't like bacon or coffee. Says they smell great and are a huge disappointment [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:36am on 01/29/09
nan, some friends brought me some moose bacon. it kinda scares me. [NT] - AngAk - 10:13pm on 01/29/09

Ang, good to see you....Moose bacon sounds scary to me also!! [NT] - barb_b - 10:35pm on 01/29/09
(((Ang))) [NT] - LisainLA - 1:19am on 01/30/09
(((Ang)))!!! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:14am on 01/30/09
Good to see you! And you're right...that is a bit scary! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 4:51am on 01/30/09

I learned from Dr Oz that turkey bacon has an equal amount of fat as pork bacon and more sodium [NT] - charlie - 12:37pm on 01/29/09

Always makes me laugh that he has to wear his scrubs on TV... [NT] - barb_b - 3:31pm on 01/29/09
I'm always suspicious of chicken sausages, do you know if that's true for them? Of course, my - Curious1 - 4:26pm on 01/29/09

I'd imagine they differ by manufacturer. I do like some at Whole Foods. [NT] - charlie - 5:06pm on 01/29/09

I like the Whole Foods Pork Italian sausage. Sam's, BJ's &Costco don't carry pork andouille, anymore [NT] - Curious1 - 11:41am on 01/30/09

I just met a man on the bus who works with Dr. Oz, who is Dr. Oz? - Heather_in_SF - 4:51am on 01/30/09

He's a cardiologist who appears routinely on Oprah's show [NT] - charlie - 2:17pm on 01/30/09

13582. REC: Garlic Roasted Yuca-----with bacon... - charlie - 7:25pm on 01/28/09 (0)

13583. From the old Gail's REC: Goat Cheese, Date & Bacon Strudles... - charlie - 7:31pm on 01/28/09 (0)

13584. REC: Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp... - charlie - 7:35pm on 01/28/09 (0)

13585. REC: Smoky Black Bean Dip... - charlie - 7:37pm on 01/28/09 (0)

13586. REC: Asian-Style Chicken Breasts & Bacon... - charlie - 7:42pm on 01/28/09 (0)

13587. ISO: almond palmier recipe - oli - 8:26pm on 01/28/09 (13)

This isn't a palmier, but it is puff pastry and almond paste - Cindy - 9:55pm on 01/28/09
I read that as "Arnold Palmer recipe"... :) You can make palmiers by >>> - ErininNY - 11:59pm on 01/28/09
oli, I've found something in my "Good Cookie" by Tish Boyle - MarilynFL - 12:08am on 01/29/09

I have a big tub of almond paste - oli - 2:45pm on 01/29/09

In most recipes there's no advantage to making it yourself -- except a huge sense of - Shaun in TO - 7:05pm on 01/29/09

oli, Almond Palmiers found on line [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:34pm on 01/29/09

Genuflecting in your direction, GayR...whereever that is. You're amazing. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:37pm on 01/29/09

Marilyn, No not amazing ... just good search ability. Thank you for the honor! [NT] - GayR - 12:53pm on 01/29/09

Thank you, you're right on as usual - oli - 2:46pm on 01/29/09

My please, oli. [NT] - GayR - 5:35pm on 01/29/09

That's my pleasure, oli ... I can search but can't type at times. LOL [NT] - GayR - 5:53pm on 01/29/09

Oli - I have one from Southern Living that I've used for years. I'll post ASAP - Music City Missy - 11:52pm on 01/29/09

Okay, let me take a look at that one, too - thanks [NT] - oli - 2:07pm on 01/30/09

13588. Chocolate Biscotti - David Lebovitz [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:37pm on 01/28/09 (13)

I REALLY love this one (inside) that was posted 3 years ago - they are amazing... - cheezz - 5:02am on 01/29/09

So, of course I had to do a side-by-side comparison... - cheezz - 5:05am on 01/29/09

The ones with butter are more tender and crumbly - the ones without butter are crunchier/harder - Meryl - 5:34am on 01/29/09

Ok, you make David's recipe, I'll make mine, and we'll get together for a taste test :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:32am on 01/30/09

Better yet, you make both of them and send me samples! [NT] - Meryl - 12:35am on 01/30/09

(I wish we *could* get together!) [NT] - Meryl - 12:36am on 01/30/09

Just hop on a flight to California. ;o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:20am on 01/30/09

Are you going to give me some of your flyer miles? hahaha! [NT] - Meryl - 3:45am on 01/30/09

don't you just hear the ocean calling you.... surf, sand, muscle beach {{{mmmm e r y l...}}} [NT] - cheezz - 5:52am on 01/30/09

Oh look, It's Trader Joe's! ;-) [NT] - LisainLA - 4:36pm on 01/30/09

and Penzeys. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:41pm on 01/30/09

maybe...for a chocolate trade. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:41pm on 01/30/09

Ha! Even *I* don't have enough chocolate to cover the cost of a CA trip! [NT] - Meryl - 9:15pm on 01/30/09

13589. Don't know if this was posted before - Bacon Lovers Beware - BACON EXPLOSION [LINK] - Tess - 12:22am on 01/29/09 (10)

Eeeek! Tin. Foil. Haaaaaaaat!!!! - Heather_in_SF - 3:05am on 01/29/09
oh. my... pass me the lipitor - I need it just for looking at these pictures! [NT] - cheezz - 4:57am on 01/29/09
AWESOME!!!! A Sausage Reouladen in a Woven Bacon Mantle! - Richard in Cincy - 3:45pm on 01/29/09

Too much risk of the tube falling apart? But since you're gonna die anyway, it hardly matters... [NT] - Shaun in TO - 8:28pm on 01/29/09
I wonder if the sausage stuffing is easier to release from the bacon weave, so... - Michael in Phoenix - 10:49pm on 01/29/09
i'm thinking this woven bacon mantle would make a nice coverlet for potatoes rosti... [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 4:38am on 01/30/09

That's awesome! [NT] - Traca - 5:26pm on 01/29/09
CoWorkers & I are already trying to one up it - Music City Missy - 11:50pm on 01/29/09

Ok, now your idea sounds even better... post a final recipe if this comes to fruition! [NT] - cheezz - 12:33am on 01/30/09

It's on the to do list for Sunday - make it and smoke it. - Music City Missy - 3:50am on 01/30/09

13590. Campton Place Coffee Cake [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:37am on 01/29/09 (5)

I've made this! Very good, Excellent book! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:02pm on 01/29/09
Made it also - highly recommend recipe and book too! [NT] - CactusSue - 3:04pm on 01/29/09
Thanks, you two! [NT] - Meryl - 5:18pm on 01/29/09
I am excited to make this one, Meryl, too, this site has interesting recipes~ as always, Thanks :) [NT] - dianncy1964 - 6:19pm on 01/29/09

You're welcome. :) [NT] - Meryl - 6:45pm on 01/29/09

13591. Cinnamon Raisin Walnut Bread - peter reinhart [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:37am on 01/29/09 (0)

13592. What was THE flour company in the 1940s? (if there was one) - Mimi - 2:36pm on 01/29/09 (15)

How interesting. I think flour came in cloth sacks that could be used for other things. I think - Curious1 - 2:49pm on 01/29/09

Mimi and Curious (and others, I know I did) you might find this link interesting [NT] [LINK] - DawnNYS - 3:02pm on 01/29/09

Thanks Dawn, I did enjoy seeing it. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:14pm on 01/29/09

Land 'O Lakes says they've been making butter since the 20's - maybe [IMAGE] - DawnNYS - 2:57pm on 01/29/09

I remember Land 'O Lakes butter coming in a solid 1lb brick not in quarters. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 3:12pm on 01/29/09

Definitely Gold Medal [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 3:30pm on 01/29/09
King Biscuit Flour. King Biscuit Flour sponsored the most influential radio shows in blues History. [NT] - Angiebaby - 3:46pm on 01/29/09

"The King Biscuit Flour Hour".... [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:55pm on 01/29/09

Mid-70's I lived just outside Memphis, KBFH came on at midnight, Saturdays. Best hour of the WEEK! [NT] - Angiebaby - 11:22pm on 01/29/09
I loved it too... in San Diego around that time. Awesome show. - Michael in Phoenix - 1:48pm on 01/30/09

Mimi, check ebay for "flour 1940's" and you'll get a bunch of good options. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:57pm on 01/29/09
Sounds like you're talking about American products, right? My memory can almost go - Marg CDN - 5:20pm on 01/29/09
White Lily was really big in the South. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:47pm on 01/29/09
You guys are awesome, thank you!! With your help I've found some great images I can use. - Mimi - 8:43pm on 01/29/09
Martha White too! [NT] - MoNJ - 10:38pm on 01/29/09

13593. Ok, time to pick your brains again. I'm putting together an "Italian Dinner" basket - DawnNYS - 3:43pm on 01/29/09 (37)

Wedge of real Parmeggiano-Reggiano and a grater? Colavita's vacuum sealed gnocchi? [NT] - Angiebaby - 3:56pm on 01/29/09
Italian wine and cookbook [NT] - barb_b - 3:58pm on 01/29/09
Empty Chianti bottle with a dripped candle in it (for atmosphere). [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:00pm on 01/29/09

"Moonstruck" DVD [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:01pm on 01/29/09

...or "Big Night" DVD. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:02pm on 01/29/09

Dean Martin sings Italian Love Songs or the new Andrea Bocelli cd "Incanto" [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 4:14pm on 01/29/09

Lady and the Tramp dvd [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 4:18pm on 01/29/09

Love this idea! Maybe instead of a collander, you could do a pasta bowl - Traca - 5:24pm on 01/29/09

Perugina Baci Chocolates, Biscotti NT [NT] - rosie - 4:27pm on 01/29/09
Deruta Spoon Rest [NT] [LINK] - rosie - 4:35pm on 01/29/09
Or a big, beautiful pasta bowl as the basket? [NT] - orchid - 4:38pm on 01/29/09
Tubes of tomato paste and anchovy paste-dried salami-pizza wheel cutter-amaretti [NT] - charlie - 5:04pm on 01/29/09
Jar of Nutella and a couple of Giada recipes on what to do with it? [NT] - Barbara in VA - 5:13pm on 01/29/09
Italian olive oil, a jar of pesto, sun dried tomatoes, almond biscotti - EvaN - 6:51pm on 01/29/09

Ah, you beat me to it - I was gonna list sundried tomatoes and porcinis! [NT] - Meryl - 6:52pm on 01/29/09

Here's one - A can of San Marzano tomatoes from Italy (not the U.S. ones)! [NT] - Meryl - 6:55pm on 01/29/09

Another idea: Italian espresso [NT] - Meryl - 6:56pm on 01/29/09
I was going to add San Marzano tomatoes *LOL*. They are very good! [NT] - EvaN - 6:58pm on 01/29/09

Torrone, Pannetone, Gianduja, Mini bottles of Amaretto and/or Frangelico. [NT] - Meryl - 10:40pm on 01/29/09

ha, this sounds like Heather's dinner the other night! [NT] - AngAk - 11:03pm on 01/29/09

Thought it sounded familiar! [NT] - Meryl - 11:05pm on 01/29/09

Hey, some things are just that good. LOL [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 4:47am on 01/30/09

Antipasti night - MoNJ - 10:47pm on 01/29/09

Sure, Mo, or you could PM me if you'd rather. I'll take a look at the site. [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:07am on 01/30/09

P.S. Where are my manners - thanks!! - DawnNYS - 1:07am on 01/30/09

Ah, you have to go to arthuravenue.com, the code - MoNJ - 1:35pm on 01/30/09

Correction-6 jars for 50.00 free shipping [NT] - MoNJ - 6:10pm on 01/30/09

Thanks everyone for these ideas.I think I've got the food items all set now, but need a non-food big - DawnNYS - 2:37am on 01/30/09

Dawn, I really love my Urban Italian cookbook by - Heather_in_SF - 4:44am on 01/30/09
What about an expresso machine? [NT] - barb_b - 12:09pm on 01/30/09

I was thinking that just after I posted. Good idea. [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:58pm on 01/30/09

After doing some surfing, I also thought of a panini press, ravioli molds, or pizzelle iron - DawnNYS - 2:06pm on 01/30/09

Charlie's Bialetti Mukka Pot has been on my list...Looks small; may fit in a colander [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 2:10pm on 01/30/09

and some lovely Italian coffee. [NT] - AngAk - 4:47pm on 01/30/09

Barb and Ang, I did but one of those $10 stovetops ones for myself last week and also yesterday - DawnNYS - 1:42pm on 02/01/09

Instead of a bowl or colander, how about a pasta cooking pot with a colander insert? [NT] - Angiebaby - 2:51pm on 01/30/09
One more DVD idea: a travel DVD to Italy, like Rick Stevens. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:34pm on 01/30/09

13594. Does anyone have a W-S commercial-quality half-sheet pan? CI recommends Lincoln, but the [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:28pm on 01/29/09 (13)

Looks good and price not bad, amazon has that one for same price and this one-- [NT] [LINK] - Nan - 5:06pm on 01/29/09
I have two and they are indeed sturdy. Neither have warped. Much more expensive at BBB. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 9:57pm on 01/29/09
I gave my mom the Lincoln last year and it's really nice and heavy. The W.S. one feels similar to - Heather_in_SF - 4:43am on 01/30/09

Where did you find the Lincoln pan? [NT] - Marianne - 6:03am on 01/30/09

I found it online at some tool company in the midwest, but I can't find the URL now... :-( [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 10:43pm on 01/31/09

I went to my restaurant supply store last year to purchase a Lincoln pan, after reading about it in - Marianne - 6:02am on 01/30/09

I read the same thing in reviews of the product. Lincoln makes Wearever, but the pan - Curious1 - 11:47am on 01/30/09

Bought mine 25 years ago at Albq restaurant supply for $4 each. Nary a warp to them. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:55pm on 01/30/09
I found this on google: - mistral - 4:39pm on 01/30/09

Let me add: the link in my message above is for full sheet pans BUT . . . - mistral - 4:48pm on 01/30/09
I also bought mine at Costco years ago. Ilike them so much that when remodeling our kitchen>>>> - Luisa_Calif - 3:06pm on 01/31/09

Great idea, Luisa. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:32pm on 01/31/09
I read on line that the reason some are unhappy with the Lincoln is that there are two different - Curious1 - 4:24pm on 01/31/09

13595. Nice table idea for Oscar parties from "Serendipity Parties" [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:01pm on 01/29/09 (6)

that really is a good idea - any good ideas for a Valentine's centerpiece?! [NT] - cheezz - 5:57am on 01/30/09

Bummer, I took the book back already. They did a V-Day party...and a TEA party. I'll check - MarilynFL - 3:24pm on 01/30/09

Swapping ideas: - MarilynFL - 3:28pm on 01/30/09

The did a show on that - on tv... that one where the chef gets his orders when he get to the site - - cheezz - 2:24am on 02/01/09
How about mashed potatoes, beef, and ketchup to look like an ice cream sundae, and - DawnNYS - 3:31pm on 02/01/09

I've made the kids cute mini hamburgers - vanilla wafers (bun), white icing (mayo) - cheezz - 3:44pm on 02/01/09

13596. Anyone in the Clearwater/Tampa area: stainless steel tables for $20! [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:35pm on 01/29/09 (3)

$20 per foot... [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 9:38pm on 01/29/09

ah...knew that seemed like too good a deal. Thanks for the catch, M. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:21pm on 01/30/09

There are some great deals at restaurant supply places, as long as you're buying... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:32pm on 01/30/09

13597. GailNJ, made the Arroz con Pollo you posted for dinner last night. Family gives it... - Michael in Phoenix - 10:44pm on 01/29/09 (5)

Glad you enjoyed it! I felt the paste was dry also, just didn't know what to do about it. I'll take - GailNJ - 12:05am on 01/30/09
I made it too! I too doubled the spices, and needed more heat, so I added some roasted - CactusSue - 12:11am on 01/30/09

Yea! That' 3 that approved it. I have been waiting a long time to post something in - GailNJ - 12:16am on 01/30/09

Definitely! Thanks so much for the recipe! [NT] - CactusSue - 12:30am on 01/30/09
Post away! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:08am on 01/30/09

13598. home again, and time to thank you all most sincerely for your kind words of comfort - AngAk - 10:57pm on 01/29/09 (13)

Good to see you're home. Prayers for you and your loved ones, Angie [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:05pm on 01/29/09
Glad to see you back, Angie -- I was thinking about you this afternoon! [NT] - PatBastrop - 11:12pm on 01/29/09
Well, first, you have a great big warm piece. Glad you're back Angie. [NT] - orchid - 11:21pm on 01/29/09
Glad to see you posting and baking. Praying for you. [NT] - GailNJ - 12:10am on 01/30/09
So good to see you again Ang! You just take it easy and keep on cooking whatever you want! [NT] - Sandy_in_Philly - 3:01am on 01/30/09
Big hugs to you, Ang. Good to you back. I'd go with a caramel drizzle too, what the hey. ;o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:18am on 01/30/09

aw shucks, that was "good to *see* you back" (you prolly knew that though). [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:18am on 01/30/09

Glad you're back, Ang! And the cake sounds yum! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 8:43am on 01/30/09
Angie--so glad you are back! Your cake sounds wonderful, hope you - Barbara in VA - 1:16pm on 01/30/09
ang! i missed the first post... - rvb - 2:12pm on 01/30/09
(((Ang)) The cake sounds yummy - and definitely go for the caramel! [NT] - LisainLA - 5:32pm on 01/30/09
((Ang)) Sending you lots of love from down south. [NT] - Joe - 5:36pm on 01/30/09
(((ang))) [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:09am on 01/31/09

13599. I'm watching Hell's Kitchen on tv right now. He's nuts!! Are there any favorite food competition - DawnNYS - 3:02am on 01/30/09 (3)

Lacy or Colleen should have been kicked off~ it was a good show, it's one of my favorites :) [NT] - dianncy1964 - 4:53am on 01/30/09
Top Chef isn't as good this year. Watched Chopped and laughed my a*# off - Heather_in_SF - 5:50am on 01/30/09

When you mentioned Chopped, it made me think of Aaron Sanchez. Did - Judy-TX - 3:42pm on 01/30/09

13600. Richard in Cincy, are you OK? Does not sound good for your area. Anyone else hit by this storm? [NT] - Marianne - 5:53am on 01/30/09 (3)

Yes, Richard and other mid-westerners, I hope you are safe and warm. We didn't - DawnNYS - 4:07pm on 01/31/09
Oh hey, I'm fine. Just went into hibernation mode with all the ice and snow... - Richard in Cincy - 6:23pm on 02/02/09

Good to see you Richard. 'Hope you get power back soon. [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:23pm on 02/03/09

13601. What is everyone making for Valentine's day? I am hosting a tea next Tuesday and... - cheezz - 5:58am on 01/30/09 (17)

Cheezz, I went to "tea" last week in Richmond at a darling new tea house.... - Barbara in VA - 1:13pm on 01/30/09

I've made salads in the tea cups - everyone loved it! I have a great sweet potato soup recipe... thx [NT] - cheezz - 2:25am on 02/01/09

I saw some pretty heart-shaped raviolis with red pasta sheets, I'm not sure how that would work with - LisainLA - 4:38pm on 01/30/09

I wonder if you could deep fry the raviolis and serve with a dip? [NT] - PatBastrop - 9:40pm on 01/30/09

For a bridal shower I once made little heart-shaped - DawnNYS - 5:40pm on 01/30/09

Website for tea sandwiches. Looks good. Also, curry puffs, empanadas? [NT] [LINK] - PatBastrop - 6:03pm on 01/30/09

Pat~ this is a wonderful site. I love tea sandwiches ~ I have a wonder Tea Set I love to use [NT] - dianncy1964 - 7:14am on 01/31/09

Does anyone use their tea set anymore? I have two, one for fancy and another for everyday - dianncy1964 - 7:15am on 01/31/09

My best memory for a tea party was when I was 6 yrs old, I had a little pink set from Christmas and - dianncy1964 - 7:20am on 01/31/09

Nice story dianncy [NT] - charlie - 12:43pm on 01/31/09
Aww, so cute Dianne. He was a gem! [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:48pm on 01/31/09
what a lucky little girl to have such a caring, loving daddy! [NT] - cheezz - 2:27am on 02/01/09

I have a tea set, been adding pieces to it bit by bit as it's a bit dear... - Heather_in_SF - 10:57pm on 01/31/09

Cream tea - of course! I used to give tea parties much more often but DD moved in... - cheezz - 2:30am on 02/01/09
The dessert plate is on sale at this website for $26 each, and I believe free shipping. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:05pm on 02/01/09

Drat, it's Wedgewood not Royal Worcester. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:08pm on 02/01/09

whooeee... I just looked at the prices - good luck there!! Have you tried the outlets? - cheezz - 11:38pm on 02/01/09

13602. Hey Meryl, did you get your Golden Book of Chocolate yet? [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 8:46am on 01/30/09 (3)

I got it and returned it. Wasn't impressed. I think it's way overrated. The recipes were nothing - Meryl - 9:12pm on 01/30/09

And she should know~ being a Chocolate Expert or... Supermeryl (here we go again) [NT] - dianncy1964 - 7:11am on 01/31/09
Thanks for the review! The temptation gone now :) [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 6:41pm on 01/31/09

13603. How to crush a chocolate craving - if you want to - DawnNYS - 12:56pm on 01/30/09 (3)

I think I'll try this in my next life. I'm way too found of chocolate in this one. *lol* [NT] - EvaN - 6:23pm on 01/30/09
I would have failed that cohort. Walking makes me feel like I've EARNED the right to some chocolate [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:17pm on 01/31/09

You got it Sistuh. Walking = chocolate reward. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:29pm on 01/31/09

13604. Hot and Sour Soup--ATC: authentic and GOOD!! - MoNJ - 2:04pm on 01/30/09 (7)

hey mojo! is this the one? here's the link [NT] [LINK] - rvb - 2:25pm on 01/30/09
rvb~ The recipe looks great ~ have you made this... I want to try this let me know please :O [NT] - dianncy1964 - 4:27pm on 01/30/09

That's the one! It's really good--"restaurant quality" according to DH. - MoNJ - 6:06pm on 01/30/09

I did, it was a bit back,and seriously if they put it out in to the public-> what do they expect?! [NT] - dianncy1964 - 8:14pm on 01/30/09

i haven't had it (yet). i was just taking the... - rvb - 9:15pm on 01/30/09

ROFL, Thank you :) [NT] - MoNJ - 9:36pm on 01/30/09

This soup looks really good. I'm putting it up for Mondays dinner. [NT] - EvaN - 6:52pm on 01/30/09

13605. Tomatillo Salsa overdose! - MandyinUT - 3:41pm on 01/30/09 (8)

This looks great! I was just reading about tomatillos this morning. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:37pm on 01/30/09
Thanks, Mandy. We grow tomatillos and are always happy to find a new recipe for them. [NT] - KC_ - 9:04pm on 01/30/09

You grow tomitillos? where are you located? - KarenNoCA - 1:22am on 01/31/09

I can't believe you have a problem growing them in CA! - KC_ - 12:50pm on 01/31/09
They grow easily in my backyard too. In fact, they won't go away, seeds surviving the winter. [NT] - Marg CDN - 5:00pm on 01/31/09

I think I am going to try them in my garden this year too, thanks for the tips on harvesting, etc.. [NT] - MandyinUT - 1:53am on 02/01/09

I think they'd do well where you are - they like dry. - LisainLA - 4:05pm on 02/01/09

I grow them here, 80 miles south...but I think your problem is - Glennis_NoCA - 8:37pm on 02/01/09

13606. Anyone looking to buy commercial restaurant equipment or fixtures of any kind.. - Michael in Phoenix - 4:36pm on 01/30/09 (2)

so Michael, who are you rooting for in the Super Bowl?? ;) [NT] - AngAk - 4:59pm on 01/30/09

Heh heh heh. We'll see if another miracle is in the "cards"! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 8:03pm on 01/30/09

13607. Hi all, My first cooking class is tonight! It's only 4 people, 3 of whom are good - Joe - 5:35pm on 01/30/09 (32)

Sounds delicious! Break a -- um -- spatula!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 5:50pm on 01/30/09

A L'egg :) Good luck!! [NT] - MoNJ - 6:08pm on 01/30/09

LOL! [NT] - Joe - 6:39pm on 01/30/09
Good one!! Wish I'd thought of that! :) [NT] - PatBastrop - 7:09pm on 01/30/09

Have fun, Joe. The menu sounds great! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:38pm on 01/30/09
Yeah--!!! [NT] - Nan - 6:40pm on 01/30/09
Enjoy your class, Joe. Your menu looks great and made me hungry! :-) [NT] - EvaN - 6:48pm on 01/30/09
Keep 'em laughing. Nothing like food and laughter to make memories. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:59pm on 01/30/09
A little nervousness must be a good sign. So you'll do superb job. [NT] - Marg CDN - 9:00pm on 01/30/09
Just be yourself Joe and all will be fine [NT] - charlie - 9:03pm on 01/30/09
Wonderful!! What a nice menu! [NT] - barb_b - 10:12pm on 01/30/09
What a great menu. Joe, you're going to be fabulous! [NT] - Traca - 10:33pm on 01/30/09

Thanks everyone. I know just where to come when I'm feeling insecure. [NT] - Joe - 10:37pm on 01/30/09

Wah! I wish I could be there..... - LisainLA - 10:39pm on 01/30/09
Good luck Joe! You will do great! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:06am on 01/31/09
It went fine, not perfect. I had five students, a good number to start. My coq au vin was watery... - Joe - 7:35am on 01/31/09

When I taught, the students loved to see something go wrong, so I made lemonade out of.. - charlie - 11:48am on 01/31/09

Exactly! As a student I loved to see fumbles so I could learn what - Pat-NoCal - 3:21pm on 01/31/09

I thought of doing a quick beurre-manie to thicken the sauce, but I had used up all my flour - Joe - 3:43pm on 01/31/09
True. I often learn more by the "what to do if ... happens". So, Joe, what's the mushroom trick? [NT] - cheezz - 3:09pm on 02/01/09

Very high heat, quick cooking, and not too many at once. Here is Julia's method... - Joe - 3:43pm on 02/01/09

Thanks Joe! And congrats on the class.... I bet you'll have even more next time [NT] - cheezz - 3:45pm on 02/01/09

Good for you, Joe! Sounds like a big success. - KC_ - 1:03pm on 01/31/09
Sounds great! Now you have a good idea of the limitations of that space - Traca - 6:06am on 02/01/09

Thanks, Traca! [NT] - Joe - 4:25pm on 02/01/09

Joe, so very glad to read that your teaching career has finally gotten off the ground. That's great! [NT] - wigs - 1:26pm on 01/31/09
Congratulations. Your menu sounds so good. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:24pm on 01/31/09
So Joe, how did it go? Your menu sounded delicious! I am sure your - Barbara in VA - 3:37pm on 01/31/09

Thanks, Barbara, see above. [NT] - Joe - 9:23pm on 01/31/09

Congrats Joe! May this be only the beginning:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:16am on 02/01/09

Thank you all, but.....I reduced the leftover sauce last night to the right consistency and it was.. - Joe - 4:37pm on 02/01/09

What a dear to share it with us! This sounds wonderful *g* [NT] - cheezz - 11:39pm on 02/01/09

13608. I have a taste for Chinese potstickers but no restaurants locally. Anyone have - CynUpstateNY - 9:39pm on 01/30/09 (8)

Hi Cyn, here is one from my friend. REC: Taiwanese Style Dumplings - LisainLA - 10:36pm on 01/30/09
PORK AND CABBAGE DUMPLINGS - MarkinHouston - 10:51pm on 01/30/09
Here's one I was looking at last night. Just scroll down the page. [NT] [LINK] - GailNJ - 12:45am on 01/31/09
These are tried and true and delicious. REC: Mac's Gyoza - Dawn_MO - 2:05am on 01/31/09

I like the cilantro addition - I'll try this the next time we make them! [NT] - LisainLA - 4:51pm on 01/31/09

Thanks, guys! Think I'll use a little from each of these recipes. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:33am on 01/31/09
I did have one, but all I can find is the sauce. The sauce is outstanding. REC: Thai Dipping Sauce - Marg CDN - 4:58pm on 01/31/09
Not a recipe, but this is what I do... - Glennis_NoCA - 8:50pm on 02/01/09

13609. Chicken recipes from Fine Cooking - lots of these sound great: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:24am on 01/31/09 (0)

13610. This looks good! Chocolate Ripple Coffee Cake [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 1:35am on 01/31/09 (0)

13611. Chocolate Recipes from Fine Cooking [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:42am on 01/31/09 (0)

13612. NFRC: Your "awwww" for the day - I wouldn't have believed it if I hadn't seen it [NT] [LINK] - DawnNYS - 12:46pm on 01/31/09 (3)

The version I saw originally said only that the dog survived. I wondered if that - Marg CDN - 4:54pm on 01/31/09

Oh gee, I wish they hadn't have added that last sentence at the link. I was blissfully ignorant - DawnNYS - 8:28pm on 01/31/09

How amazing! Thanks for posting :) [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 6:46pm on 01/31/09

13613. Pls send your advice: Barb, a friend of mine, wants to triple a pineapple upside down cake REC that - wigs - 1:49pm on 01/31/09 (5)

My first thought was that the centre would be soggy. [NT] - Marg CDN - 4:56pm on 01/31/09
I personally wouldn't do it, but if she does...please report back with the results. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:10pm on 01/31/09

RESULTS! Charley sent me a PM saying the 12x16" pan ought to work. My instincts were with - wigs - 2:59pm on 02/02/09

FYI: Barb made her 12x16" pineapple upside down cake in a Dacor oven using the convection feature. [NT] - wigs - 6:06pm on 02/05/09
The key here is that she wrapped the pan - it doesn't just guarantee a flat cake, it also - cheezz - 4:02am on 12/23/14

13614. Quick and easy dinner last night: REC: Salmon with Pepita Lime Butter [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 1:50pm on 01/31/09 (0)

13615. Weird thing today, searching in Google brings up most sites with a warning that they may harm my - Curious1 - 2:38pm on 01/31/09 (8)

A search for Finer Kitchens forum brings up the same warning. What's going on? [NT] - Curious1 - 2:40pm on 01/31/09
Curious1 - I am now receiving the same warning ... was not there an hour ago. It is everywhere! [NT] - GayR - 3:02pm on 01/31/09

Tried my DH computer and it is Google I believe. Tried Yahoo and no problem! [NT] - GayR - 3:05pm on 01/31/09
Yes, it's spread since i first saw it. Must be a problem with Google, hope it's not serious. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:17pm on 01/31/09

Seems to be fixed now. Whew! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:36pm on 01/31/09

Yes, it was pretty frustrating and scary there for awhile. Couldn't open anything. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:27pm on 01/31/09

No kidding! I was trying to go to my banking website and got a big scare...lol. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:08pm on 01/31/09

Here's the story from the Drudge Report [NT] [LINK] - PatBastrop - 2:29am on 02/01/09

13616. Interesting Recipe - Cornbread Focaccia - Southern Living February 2009 - Donna Floria [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 3:33pm on 01/31/09 (0)

13617. Can I use cooked beef brisket in enchiladas, has anyone done that, or is it just not the best cut? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:33pm on 01/31/09 (7)

I don't see why not, just chop it so you don't have really long strands to contend with. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:16pm on 01/31/09

Good idea, thanks, I think I'll give it a try. What the heck! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:09pm on 01/31/09

Pat: LOL! "What the heck?" ...must be your tag-line! <a must for the creative cook> [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 5:36pm on 01/31/09

Ha! What the heck....as in, let's give it a shot, how bad can it be. ;o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:55pm on 01/31/09

That's almost exactly what I was going to post, but never having cooked beef - DawnNYS - 8:25pm on 01/31/09

I think it will be good Pat. Brisket is such a flavorful cut of meat. REC: Ropa Vieja - Dawn_MO - 11:58pm on 01/31/09

From my former boss, she made incredible food sometimes for staff meals when - Pat-NoCal - 12:27am on 02/01/09

13618. FRC: I think I was living in the wrong decade (prices) - DawnNYS - 3:58pm on 01/31/09 (7)

(Make that "I think I AM living in the wrong decade"!) [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:03pm on 01/31/09

Am I that off-base on this? Is this what you are used to paying? - DawnNYS - 1:23pm on 02/01/09

Some of that sounds right -- olive oil is always waaaay too high (IMHO) - I get the peppercorns - cheezz - 3:12pm on 02/01/09
I agree with cheezz, most sounds correct to me, and you can get peppercorns for less elsewhere. [NT] - LisainLA - 8:47pm on 02/01/09

It's sadly a sign of the times... - Glennis_NoCA - 8:58pm on 02/01/09

I remember when you could estimate that for each bag (a paper bag) you'd be spending abt $10. And - DawnNYS - 10:30pm on 02/01/09

HA! We must be the same age... when did $50 worth of groceries fit in a lunch sack??! [NT] - cheezz - 11:40pm on 02/01/09

13619. Superbowl Smackdown Grub. A local S.D. gal had a contest [LINK] - lorijean - 4:11pm on 01/31/09 (0)

13620. Was asked to bring Brownies to a neighbors for 2/14. Can I cut them out with a heart cookie cutter? - barb_b - 4:12pm on 01/31/09 (13)

Sure, I'd do it will they were still warm though. Powdered sugar should stay - DawnNYS - 4:32pm on 01/31/09

I'm with Dawn on this....I don't think the red sprinkles will work. However - MarilynFL - 6:11pm on 01/31/09

I'll take the poor lonely abandoned not good enough leftovers. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:16pm on 01/31/09

Hi Barb - Sandi did some with large heart cutters, here is her post for tips: [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 4:50pm on 01/31/09

Check the height of your cookie cutter, to make sure it'll be higher than the brownie... [IMAGE] - Sandi in Hawaii - 7:09pm on 01/31/09

Tried a new brownie recipe called Luxury Brownies (from a blog)... [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 8:22pm on 01/31/09

Probably better with a more cakey brownie than a fudgier/moister one. - Pat-NoCal - 5:11pm on 01/31/09
or cot squares and make a heart stencil for the powdered sugar. non-melting p sugar - AngAk - 6:15pm on 01/31/09

that would be "cut" squares [NT] - AngAk - 6:16pm on 01/31/09
GREAT idea!!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:44am on 02/01/09

Another way to pretty them up is to put each brownie in a... - Tessie in Cincy - 6:26pm on 01/31/09
I bake slices of strawberry on top of my choc chip cookies. It makes a perfect flavour combo & I'll - Marg CDN - 7:00pm on 01/31/09
Thanks so much guys. Your ideas are so much appreciated!@ [NT] - barb_b - 12:49pm on 02/01/09

13621. Ohmy does this look wonderful REC: Fish in Coconut Sauce.... [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 5:39pm on 01/31/09 (5)

This is a great site, thanks for the link! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 11:02pm on 01/31/09
Oh my gosh, that looks delish! Thanks for posting this recipe and this blog. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:39pm on 01/31/09
Barbara, before you make a decision, might I recommend Fish Cooked in Yogurt (a Bengali curry) [LINK] - Sandy_in_Philly - 3:24am on 02/01/09

Both recipes look good and both have been saved, thanks! [NT] - suz - 3:27pm on 02/01/09
Sandy, already bought the ingredients for the first one but I wanna try - Barbara in VA - 7:12pm on 02/01/09

13622. WooooHooooo I get to make a Richard's Potatoes and Pork - Kendall - 5:45pm on 01/31/09 (10)

No horseradish, It's WASABI sauce. - Kendall - 5:49pm on 01/31/09
"Boones Farm Apple Wine".... Oh my Kendall, you're taking me back in time and making me LOL!! - Sandy_in_Philly - 8:11am on 02/01/09

Boone's Farm Strawberry Wine & Mataeus Rose. There was one other - Music City Missy - 12:07am on 02/02/09

Mogen David something? [NT] - Curious1 - 1:17am on 02/02/09
I think it was Mogen David Concord Grape, and I have fond memories of Mateus, on picnics in NYC - Marianne - 4:18am on 02/02/09

I think the first wine I ever tasted was Blue Nun. Is that still around? [NT] - Curious1 - 12:28pm on 02/02/09

And Riunite Lambrusco [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:12pm on 02/02/09

OMGosh, remember Cold Duck from the '70's? [NT] - Marianne - 3:37pm on 02/02/09
Oh yes, during a really bad move in the seventies, dh took me out to an neighborhood Italian place - Curious1 - 6:01pm on 02/02/09

Where can I find the recipe, please? Many thanks! [NT] - Marianne - 4:38am on 02/02/09

13623. cheezz, no luck with the V-Day table setting from Serendipity Parties - MarilynFL - 6:07pm on 01/31/09 (4)

Thanks for looking... this 'tea party' is the "social hour" after a meeting - members average 80 yrs - cheezz - 2:58am on 02/01/09

You'd be surprised. Depending on your seniors, they might LOVE wird games. I know my aunt - DawnNYS - 1:21pm on 02/01/09

LOL - make that "word" games unless it might get wierd ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:22pm on 02/01/09
Thanks - you're right in that you have to know your group. This is only once a year - I'll survive! [NT] - cheezz - 3:14pm on 02/01/09

13624. I came across this and I am making it for the game. REC: Hot Popper Dip [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 11:46pm on 01/31/09 (6)

sounds great Dawn. you doubled the ingedient list--may want to edit . [NT] - AngAk - 4:39am on 02/01/09

Thanks Ang, I have no idea how I did that! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:14pm on 02/01/09

I thought it was an awfully long ingredient list, but I didn't read it carefully. :o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:50pm on 02/01/09

Peter Piper Pickde a Peck of Pickled Peppers? Might be because I'm from the northeast, - DawnNYS - 2:54pm on 02/01/09

Peppers prepared with vinegar and salt -- "en escabeche", Peppardew, Torrido, there are lots of them - PatBastrop - 3:05pm on 02/01/09

This was really tasty. I halved the recipe and it still made a lot. - Dawn_MO - 4:43pm on 02/02/09

13625. ISO Easy meals to take to the hospital - Music City Missy - 1:00am on 02/01/09 (21)

and good, simple beef stew; potato soup; pulled pork and biscuits; easy chicken pot pie (link) >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:04am on 02/01/09

REC: Texas Chicken and Dumplings - cheezz - 3:04am on 02/01/09

REC: Taste of Home Chicken and Dumplings - cheezz - 3:05am on 02/01/09

REC: Spinach Chicken Noodle Soup - cheezz - 3:06am on 02/01/09

REC: Whistle Stop Minestrone - cheezz - 3:06am on 02/01/09

The Creamy Baked Beefaroni in T&T is fabulous and easy [NT] - cheezz - 3:08am on 02/01/09
Chicken Soup by Marcia Adams and Cook's Illustrated biscuits - WOW!!! My fave >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:10am on 02/01/09

Mark Houston's pork chops with prunes and apricots in the crockpot. Delicious, easy. [NT] [LINK] - Marsha tbay - 3:26am on 02/01/09
Cooked yellow Vigo rice with shredded chicken, peas, roasted red peppers; you can add a few raisins - Marsha tbay - 3:32am on 02/01/09

My husband's aunt in Pittsb. used to buy chipped ham, heat it in a skillet with a bottle of - Marsha tbay - 3:34am on 02/01/09

Really easy: London Broil sliced thin with mashed taters, gravy, mushrooms. Comfort food at best! [NT] - Sandy_in_Philly - 3:45am on 02/01/09
the Last Minute lasagna posted by Curious is easy and good. also, meatball minestrone [LINK] - AngAk - 4:48am on 02/01/09

Yes! This looks like a very good recipe! By none other, Curious1 again! [NT] - Sandy_in_Philly - 5:30am on 02/01/09

Missy, how about roast chicken with a green bean or broccoli casserole and some biscuits? [NT] - Barbara in VA - 1:39pm on 02/01/09
What an stressful situation for everyone... how about standard comfort foods like Macaroni & Cheese - DawnNYS - 3:00pm on 02/01/09

Or Italian Chicken Casserole - REC inside - DawnNYS - 3:08pm on 02/01/09

Or Cheesy Beef and Rice - DawnNYS - 3:13pm on 02/01/09

Thanks - some great ideas. I told her to go buy a small beverage thermos for soups - Music City Missy - 8:30pm on 02/01/09
Bless your hearts...I know how hard that is...GOOD sandwiches are welcome too! - Glennis_NoCA - 9:55pm on 02/01/09
I made freinds of the whole ward of the hospital with this chicken noodle soup from T&T [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 3:33am on 02/02/09
Missy, lots of other posters have given you recipe ideas, so I won't, but I want you to know that I - Marianne - 4:33am on 02/02/09

13626. ISO: sauce for carne asada served at El Torito? - cheezz - 2:19am on 02/01/09 (7)

You may be in pursuit of the Holy Grail... Many of us are longing for (dawn/Mo... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:58am on 02/01/09

I saw that Michael!! May the... - Sandy_in_Philly - 4:09am on 02/01/09

The Cards just may surprise yet again. If the Steelers do win, it only proves that it takes... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:41pm on 02/01/09

Michael, I was crushed when Pittsburg got that last touchdown last night. But the - DawnNYS - 1:09pm on 02/02/09
Overdue congratulations for a good fight Michael, and fans alike!! [NT] - Sandy_in_Philly - 4:35am on 02/03/09

Is this close-Cilantro Lime dressing Like El Torito - Melissa Dallas - 1:50pm on 02/02/09

No... it's not a cream base - I think it's all in the seasonings... but sounds like a good dressing. [NT] - cheezz - 5:37am on 02/03/09

13627. Free Demos at select W-S stores! I received this via email today. I hope you can take advantage. [NT] [LINK] - Sandy_in_Philly - 4:44am on 02/01/09 (2)

Thanks, Sandy! [NT] - Meryl - 6:28am on 02/01/09
Thanks Sandy! I didn't even realize that there was a WS store - Dawn_MO - 2:41pm on 02/01/09

13628. NFRC...iso of a link to a "hard copy" of the commercials in order for the game. Last year - barb_b - 2:41pm on 02/01/09 (4)

here ya go barb... [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:39pm on 02/01/09

Thanks so much! How fun! Hubster smiles!! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 10:01pm on 02/01/09

Barb, Here are the actual commercials .... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 3:48pm on 02/01/09
Jane and Gay, Thanks so much!! Will be using these at the party! [NT] - barb_b - 5:43pm on 02/01/09

13629. Here's a list of recalls with peanut products. Surprising! [NT] [LINK] - PatBastrop - 2:47pm on 02/01/09 (4)

Wow - is there ANYthing that doesn't contain peanuts?! I feel sorry for people with allergies... [NT] - cheezz - 3:22pm on 02/01/09
Surprising indeed. And I didn't see the recalled pet foods listed, though they may be there. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:24pm on 02/01/09
not sure if this made the news in the US, but a food manufacturer in Canada had rejected - michelle - 6:17pm on 02/01/09

Yikes. The folks in charge there ought to be jailed. [NT] - LisainLA - 8:44pm on 02/01/09

13630. So photographers must get paid less than writers? I finally realized what the difference in the - Curious1 - 4:31pm on 02/01/09 (2)

Here's a link to the Slow-Roasted pork shoulder with carrots, onions, and garlic... [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:48pm on 02/01/09
Oh no!! If Cook's Illustrated goes to advertising, we're lost :( [NT] - cheezz - 11:52pm on 02/01/09

13631. The dumpling report. Couldn't wait any longer so I had these for breakfast this morning. - CynUpstateNY - 5:00pm on 02/01/09 (10)

Yum, I've always wanted to make these. I have bought the frozen ones, here are the instructions for - Curious1 - 5:30pm on 02/01/09

You can definitely pan fry them from frozen, and adding to soup would be fine. - LisainLA - 8:42pm on 02/01/09

Wouldn't these be like perogies? They are boiled, then eaten as is or pan fried. So ... - MarilynFL - 12:23am on 02/02/09

I used wontons, Mar- they cook more quickly than pierogi dough. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:10am on 02/02/09

Oh man, even easier! Dangerously easier. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:17pm on 02/02/09

Veeeery dangerous! [NT] - LisainLA - 2:34am on 02/03/09
But soooooooo good! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:56pm on 02/03/09

No need to boil before hitting the pan - they cook up perfectly fresh or frozen - LisainLA - 3:28pm on 02/02/09

I agree with LisainLA - I cook potstickers as though they're fresh. [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 10:03pm on 02/01/09
Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:22pm on 02/01/09

13632. Had fun making beef brisket yesterday. Bought a 5 lb. brisket and couldn't - Pat-NoCal - 5:45pm on 02/01/09 (3)

Here's a link to Charlie's Oven Style 'Barbecued' Brisket. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:46pm on 02/01/09
And a link to Cathy's Garlic Beef Two-Fisters [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:47pm on 02/01/09
Mmmmm! Sounds marvelous! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 10:04pm on 02/01/09

13633. 'nother Gail's poster surfacing - Sue-SanDiego - 6:45pm on 02/01/09 (28)

Welcome home, Sue. Don't have the glazed lemon cake recipe but someone else may. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:57pm on 02/01/09

Actually, here it is....found it on Nigella's website. [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 7:03pm on 02/01/09

Hi Pat ;-) [NT] - Curious1 - 7:04pm on 02/01/09

Hi C! ;o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:09pm on 02/01/09

Hi Sue, here's a link to the one in my cookbook. I found it on Epi, but there's a problem with the [LINK] - Curious1 - 7:02pm on 02/01/09

Ha!....we both found it. Sounds like a winner doesn't it! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:03pm on 02/01/09
Should say the link I posted isn't Epi, it's Nigella's site. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:03pm on 02/01/09
Great sounding recipe, but the site is very printing unfriendly! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:20pm on 02/01/09

I found it...thanks to all who looked - Sue-SanDiego - 7:28pm on 02/01/09

BTW, the Nigella recipe IS it (so I don't need to reytpe) Thanks nt [NT] - Sue-SanDiego - 7:30pm on 02/01/09

Hey Sue, it's great to see you! I was just wondering - Dawn_MO - 7:43pm on 02/01/09

I'm fine, thanks for asking (more) - Sue-SanDiego - 9:39pm on 02/01/09

I remember your description of a particularly bad day when you - DawnNYS - 10:26pm on 02/01/09

Sue, what was your screen name at Gail's? It will make it easier to search there if I knew. [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:20pm on 02/02/09

Screen name was Sue-San Diego (w/space between San +Diego) nt - Sue-SanDiego - 4:54am on 02/03/09

Sue -Mimi has done a wonderful job designing the chat and now we don't need to put (NT) at the end! [NT] - cheezz - 5:40am on 02/03/09

Is she clever or what :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:41am on 02/03/09

I'm debating... - Mimi - 10:37pm on 02/03/09

Na. we give you the credit you deserve! [NT] - orchid - 11:15pm on 02/03/09
Take the credit.... we deserve all we get :) [NT] - cheezz - 2:21am on 02/04/09
Mimi, take credit for choosing the right software. [NT] - Joe - 4:16am on 02/04/09

Ah, I went to high school down there and now live in L.A. - WELCOME HOME!!! [NT] - cheezz - 11:58pm on 02/01/09

oh, and at Gail's I went by "Jane in L.A." [NT] - cheezz - 5:03am on 02/02/09

Hi Sue! - Sandra in New York - 12:24am on 02/02/09
Hi Sue! Welcome back, from ex-Pat/HarpersFerry [NT] - PatBastrop - 1:12am on 02/02/09
Gld to see you, Sue. I also make your mini cheesecakes quite often! [NT] - Lana in FL - 2:24am on 02/02/09
Thanks for the welcome - Sue-SanDiego - 3:37am on 02/02/09

Sue, lots of the old favorite recipes are posted up in T&T Hall of Fame at the top of the page. - AngAk - 6:17am on 02/02/09

13634. Wildwoods and Marg, I made the oven fries that Wildwoods posted from CI, but I soaked them longer [LINK] - Curious1 - 7:08pm on 02/01/09 (3)

Good good. Now try them with truffle oil. A bit more than I used the first time. I did more and - Marg CDN - 3:14am on 02/02/09

Sounds wonderful, I was under the impression you weren't supposed to cook in the truffle oil, just - Curious1 - 8:04pm on 02/03/09

That's how I use it on the rare occasion that I have it. It's great on eggs - so mild that I'd - DawnNYS - 1:07pm on 02/04/09

13635. Made this last night: REC: Chicken Stuffed Under the Skin - Heather_in_SF - 8:18pm on 02/01/09 (1)

Your description made my mouth water! Sounds great! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 9:13pm on 02/01/09

13636. Martha Stewart's Surprise Cookies- made these this afternoon and they're really good! [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 9:12pm on 02/01/09 (0)

13637. Just saw this on the old Gail's and thought it interesting REC; Belizean Creole Bread... - charlie - 9:46pm on 02/01/09 (3)

Have you made this? I have some coconut milk in the pantry, so I might try this if I feel up to it. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 11:08pm on 02/01/09

No Luisa, I just saw it on the New York Times web site. Give a look see [NT] - charlie - 2:06am on 02/02/09
I made it yesterday, excellent. And didn't see this and posted it below, whoops! [NT] - Nan - 4:03pm on 02/02/09

13638. What to do with a bag of mini marshmallows or jar of marshmallow fluff??? [NT] - cheezz - 12:04am on 02/02/09 (33)

Marshmallow fluff - grab a spoon! [NT] - Sandra in New York - 12:26am on 02/02/09

ugh! my teeth hurt thinking about it :) Am NOT a marshmallow fan but can't stand to waste them! [NT] - cheezz - 12:41am on 02/02/09

Rice krispie treats [NT] - barb_b - 12:28am on 02/02/09

Great idea... these will be my next donated treat - thanks barb! [NT] - cheezz - 12:42am on 02/02/09
Chocolate rice krispy treats with peanuts -- mmmm [NT] - PatBastrop - 1:39am on 02/02/09

oh mama! does that ever sound good! gotta make them chocolate. [NT] - cheezz - 5:05am on 02/02/09

Graham crackers and hershey chocolate bar ~ S'Mores Or Rice Krispy for rice krispy treats [NT] - dianncy1964 - 12:49am on 02/02/09

As a kid, I used to love S'mores on the grill! [NT] - Meryl - 12:51am on 02/02/09
When I was a kid, we made s'mores with saltines! Try it, the salt pops! [NT] - aajay - 3:39pm on 02/02/09

heehee... sounds like 'poor man's smores' *g* [NT] - cheezz - 5:42am on 02/03/09

S'More Brownies! (I would use less sugar): [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:49am on 02/02/09
Fluffer Nutter Sandwich [NT] - Meryl - 12:52am on 02/02/09
Frosted Peanut Butter Brownies [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:53am on 02/02/09

mmmm! know how many minis make a whole marshmallow? or the equivalent 'fluff' ? [NT] - cheezz - 5:07am on 02/02/09

Just wing it! [NT] - Meryl - 5:50am on 02/02/09

No-Bake Hershey's Bar Pie (I'd use some good semi-sweet chocolate) [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:54am on 02/02/09

(or bittersweet) [NT] - Meryl - 12:55am on 02/02/09

Little Debbie oatmeal cream pie [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:56am on 02/02/09
Fruit Dip [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:56am on 02/02/09
24 hour salad! (Blast from the past!) - PatBastrop - 1:06am on 02/02/09

Isn't there a fudge recipe with the fluff and chocolate chips? [NT] - PatBastrop - 1:07am on 02/02/09

Chocolate Marshmallow Fudge (so easy to find stuff on Recipezaar!) [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:10am on 02/02/09
yes - this is what I bought the fluff for, but wanted to do something non-candy :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:08am on 02/02/09

Velvet Elvis Fluffernutter - My crazy invention - Music City Missy - 2:47am on 02/02/09

WOW! Somehow I don't think that's a Weight Watcher's approved sandwich - HA! [NT] - cheezz - 5:09am on 02/02/09

You're all the greatest -- thanks for the wonderful ideas! May have to go buy more *g* [NT] - cheezz - 5:09am on 02/02/09
the Feb Country Living magazine has a chocolate buttercream frosting using 1 cup of - AngAk - 6:53am on 02/02/09

Ooh, this sounds good too! [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:57pm on 02/02/09

You could add them to powdered sugar and make fondant for those cupcakes you - DawnNYS - 12:58pm on 02/02/09
Rec: Nut Mallow Goodies - Pat-NoCal - 2:28pm on 02/02/09

cheezz, these would be great for your tea party. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:45pm on 02/02/09

Rec: S�More Squares, from a class with Flo Braker - Pat-NoCal - 2:31pm on 02/02/09
you girls have had me copying like crazy :) You're the best! [NT] - cheezz - 5:45am on 02/03/09

13639. CALLING ALL FLORIDA PEOPLE!!!!! FREE entry to Universal Orlando parks... [LINK] - cheezz - 12:46am on 02/02/09 (12)

Thanks cheezz!! I entered. That is a great freebie site and I bookmarked it! [NT] - Sandy_in_Philly - 3:51am on 02/02/09

Sandy, you got in just in time. They've already filled the quota! [NT] - cheezz - 5:45am on 02/03/09

Cool! Can't wait to get some tickets. Never been there before. [NT] - Sandy_in_Philly - 12:39am on 02/04/09

Thanks for the heads up. [NT] - Mercy - 5:44am on 02/02/09
Here is another one that I have used: [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 1:12pm on 02/02/09

oh yeah! I've used that one too. There's also one for free fruits/veggies called Fallen Fruit [LINK] - cheezz - 5:49am on 02/03/09

Thank you...will give it a look-see. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:52pm on 02/02/09
Has anyone used one of the sites where you supposedly get money back if you [LINK] [IMAGE] - Curious1 - 12:44pm on 02/03/09

nope, never used it, but have heard about it. [NT] - cheezz - 2:22am on 02/04/09
Yes I have [LINK] - angelj - 2:41pm on 02/05/09

Universal Studios & Disney World tickets [LINK] - angelj - 10:23pm on 02/05/09

My boss just went to Disneyland on his birthday and got TWO free days -- So. Calif. promo - cheezz - 12:24am on 02/06/09