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

25996. Where can I find medium or medium/small round cookie tins? I used to buy them at Michael's, but - Meryl - 8:36pm on 05/03/14 (9)

Try Big Lots? They have many around Christmas time, don't know about now. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 9:47pm on 05/03/14

I've gotten them there too at Xmas, also try World mkt and check thrift stores. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:30pm on 05/03/14

I second the thrift store option. I see them all the time at Goodwill. [NT] - Traca - 5:14am on 05/04/14

Thrift store...in the baking section. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:04pm on 05/04/14

I'd try Dollar Tree. Container Store, if they had them, would be expensisve [NT] - Janet in NC - 11:28pm on 05/03/14
I easily found them googling cookie tins. ULine and Container Store. Lots on eBay too. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:03pm on 05/04/14
Thanks, everyone. I'm going to check Dollar Tree, Big Lots, World Market, and Goodwill. [NT] - Meryl - 4:11pm on 05/04/14

Just called World Market - they don't have them. Three more stores to check. [NT] - Meryl - 4:17pm on 05/04/14

Another possibility for giving is to use the "Chinese takeout - Charley - 6:10pm on 05/04/14

25997. Saturday bread adventures: Tartine Country Bread... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 10:43pm on 05/03/14 (23)

So Wow! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 11:04pm on 05/03/14
I don't see the ugly. I just wish I were sitting at the end of the counter to capture a slice. - Marg CDN2 - 3:15am on 05/04/14
Maria, I think those are GORGEOUS loaves of bread. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:39pm on 05/04/14
Maria, that is gorgeous work! It looks to be artisanal, and the crust... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:32pm on 05/04/14

Well, it doesn't look like it's suppose to.... - MariaDNoCA - 3:59am on 05/05/14

That looks great!!! [NT] - Meryl - 5:52pm on 05/04/14
Lol, ugly? What did you do, photoshop the picture? The crust and crumb look wonderful to me. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:32pm on 05/04/14

LOL, nope - what you see is what I got. Here is a slideshow of all of the pixs >>> [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 4:12am on 05/05/14

Looks like a masterpiece to me! Beautiful loaf of brerad....wish I could taste some crumbs... [NT] - wigs - 9:12pm on 05/04/14
Where do you find the will-power? I can't even let myself make the no-knead because I - MarilynFL - 11:02pm on 05/04/14

Will power? You think I have will power? I've eaten half a loaf already!!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:44am on 05/05/14

Looks fantastic! Did you make a new starter like the recipe or did you use your own? [NT] - Joe - 1:57am on 05/05/14

I fed mine the night before with KA bread/WW flour and the next night made the leaven with the same. - MariaDNoCA - 3:43am on 05/05/14

a slightly modified version of this recipe is my favorite dough - cyalexa2 - 11:51am on 05/05/14
looks awesome! Way to go! - SallyBR - 5:17pm on 05/05/14

Photos??? And my Tartine sure doesn't look like yours...yours looks like how it's suppose to look... - MariaDNoCA - 6:02pm on 05/05/14

Hope you can open this.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 11:23pm on 05/05/14

No, I couldn't open this. :( [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:08am on 05/06/14

I set the thing to public.... not sure how to work around this... (more inside) - SallyBR - 12:33am on 05/06/14

Now I can see it! That's just lovely!!! BTW... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 12:58am on 05/06/14

Wow...that is a beautiful loaf of bread. Super Sally Super Nova! [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:30pm on 05/06/14

Hummmm.... loved the sound of that! ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 12:32pm on 05/07/14

Thank you! You reminded me that I do have a photobucket account, or used to... will check it out.. [NT] - SallyBR - 12:33pm on 05/07/14

25998. Southern Living's Strawberry Jam Coffee Cake - Traca - 5:23pm on 05/04/14 (2)

This sounds especially good. Thanks for the recipe! [NT] - wigs - 4:40pm on 05/05/14
lovely! I have so much freezer jam to use up. perfect. [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:48pm on 05/05/14

25999. And the winner of The French Kitchen Cookbook Giveaway is..... - Meryl - 5:07am on 05/05/14 (3)

Whoo hoo! Congrats Erin. Happy Mother's Day. :) [NT] - Traca - 6:49pm on 05/05/14

Thank you both! :) I never win anything, so this is delightful. Thanks, Meryl, for the fun! [NT] - ErininNY - 6:26pm on 05/06/14

Congrats Erin!! We expect great recipe reviews as you try them :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:30am on 05/07/14

26000. NRF: Update on Andrew's brain injury - MarilynFL - 12:47pm on 05/05/14 (4)

Super news, Marilyn! Thx 4 posting. I think of this young man every day.... [NT] - wigs - 2:13pm on 05/05/14
Yes, thanks for the update. I do think about him and was wondering - orchid - 4:09pm on 05/05/14
Thx for update. As Gloria said, you are thankful and celebrate the small baby steps. [NT] - barb_b - 6:38pm on 05/05/14
Great news! Hope this means he is turning a corner. :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:06pm on 05/06/14

26001. PatBastrop, I finally used the "piloncillo" that you sent me! - MarilynFL - 2:57pm on 05/05/14 (3)

You may not know this, but you can grate it with a cheese grater. - Michael in Phoenix - 4:36pm on 05/05/14

Good to know. Thanks, M. However, I did get a vicarious thrill - MarilynFL - 6:42pm on 05/05/14

Yummy. Skirt steak fajitas! [NT] - PatBastrop - 3:40pm on 05/08/14

26002. REC: Strawberry Silhouette Cake... Yet another strawberry REC I want to try. I'll upload a picture [IMAGE] - wigs - 3:09pm on 05/05/14 (4)

I believe I have the photo attached so you can now view this yummy-looking dessert. [NT] - wigs - 2:04pm on 05/06/14

ooohhhh! That's lovely! [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:40pm on 05/06/14

Thanks so much for posting this. We are fans of strawberry shortcake. This will be a fun twist. [NT] - barb_b - 5:00pm on 05/06/14
you have to click on "image" to see it. I'll try to post it here. [IMAGE] - AngAk1 - 5:24pm on 05/06/14

26003. ISO a favorite fruit salad to serve with Mother's Day brunch... - MariaDNoCA - 8:01pm on 05/05/14 (13)

I like a greens based salad--romaine, arugula, red onion, and - Charley - 8:31pm on 05/05/14

Thanks, but I was asked specifically to bring a fruit only version - I should've said that.. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:48pm on 05/05/14

I love this recipe - Melons with Ginger Syrup from Fine Cooking [LINK] - Meryl - 9:45pm on 05/05/14
Then I'm thinking they really don't want a "salad" but are just - Charley - 10:36pm on 05/05/14

It could be anywhere from 6-12 people, some are "maybe I can drop by" [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:00pm on 05/05/14

Michaels is the BEST!! I've made it twice - Joe and Angie had it most recently [LINK] - cheezz - 11:28pm on 05/05/14

this was YUM. and the juice is awesome spooned into some wine or other beverage. [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:01am on 05/06/14

or over ice cream, strawberry shortcake, etc. [NT] - cheezz - 2:00am on 05/06/14

This is on my list for my next brunch. Rec posted by marsha Tropical fruits w/ apricot cream [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 12:54pm on 05/06/14
This one is really good, posted by Pat rec: fruit dip [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 1:00pm on 05/06/14
rhoward2va posted this one; which looks good. rec: Pineapple Dip for fruit. [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 1:10pm on 05/06/14
Here's another idea. Fruit skewered bouquet [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 2:33pm on 05/06/14
Maria, I'm VERY LATE posting REC so save for M'sDay 2015! Fruit Salad is from a class I took w/ - wigs - 11:48am on 05/27/14

26004. Help please....Can someone point me in the direction of a posted rec for chicken w/ onion seasoning - barb_b - 9:16pm on 05/05/14 (18)

Don't think this is the one, but on the off chance... [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 9:31pm on 05/05/14
I remember a recipe that sounds like that from a Kraft ad several years ago. There are a lot of [LINK] - Curious1 - 9:39pm on 05/05/14

THANK YOU!!! This is it! much appreciated! [NT] - barb_b - 10:23pm on 05/05/14

Here's the one posted here [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 11:17pm on 05/05/14

yep. Ron's Peacock Chicken posted in T&T Stupidly Simple - AngAk1 - 12:03am on 05/06/14
Thank you Melissa! I knew the rec: was from FK. Such a simple, but easy rec. [NT] - barb_b - 12:04am on 05/06/14
Growing up, in our house this was called "Debbie's Chicken" because I LOVED it so:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:32am on 05/06/14

I'm trying, but I can't wrap my head around this recipe as T&T. Dried onions, mayo & - MarilynFL - 4:37pm on 05/06/14

It probably originated in the fifties, it's been around a long time. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:10pm on 05/06/14
Ron in Worc... posted it and it was an old favorite on Gail's [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:28pm on 05/06/14
MMmm.... Don't knock it till you try it! : ) Was a huge hit on Christmas eve, when I realized - barb_b - 5:32pm on 05/06/14

hmm, maybe...if I can stop shuddering long enough to rip open the bag o'onions. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:34pm on 05/06/14

I may be a food snob but Lipton's onion soup dip & Lays potato chips is food of the gods [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:19pm on 05/11/14

agree. and our meatloaf often has the soup mix in it. we both grew up with it that way. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:14pm on 05/12/14

And if you ever tasted my roast beef with - orchid - 7:19pm on 05/12/14

Do you use eye of round roast? I have a similar recipe. (inside). It's also quite tasty. - Curious1 - 6:21pm on 05/14/14

My Grandma taught me how to make this when I was about 17. - orchid - 7:12pm on 05/14/14

I have no problems with dried onion>> it's the combo of onions, fruit and dressing [quivering] [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:51pm on 05/15/14

26005. Baking with a 4 year old. - Traca - 6:47am on 05/06/14 (18)

LOVE this! Thanks for sharing. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 1:24pm on 05/06/14
Precious!! It sounds like the arrangement is a win-win all around!!! [NT] - barb_b - 1:46pm on 05/06/14
Very endearing story Traca...what a nice thing you are doing for the little guy! He will love you - KarenNoCA - 2:54pm on 05/06/14
Like!! Maybe spare out a little batter in a cupcake liner so he has his own loaf? [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:28pm on 05/06/14
Traca, try the Wacky Cake in T&T. easy and it's a science lesson as well. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 5:31pm on 05/06/14

There are no headnotes on the wacky cake. What makes it wacky? [NT] - Traca - 9:43pm on 05/06/14

no egg, no dairy. uses vinegar and baking soda for leavening. [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:34am on 05/07/14

"Grandpa bananas"! I can't wait 'til M. is old enough for this. :) What fun--sounds great! [NT] - ErininNY - 5:58pm on 05/06/14
Show C-man how a banana splits into 3 perfect parts...don't use a really ripe one. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:16pm on 05/06/14

Fibonacci strikes again ! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:19am on 05/07/14

awwww...I love stories like that! This young man will NEVER forget Auntie Traca :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:28am on 05/07/14
Precious, absolutely precious! [NT] - wigs - 11:22am on 05/07/14
Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for sharing! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:12pm on 05/07/14
Baking with my little neighbors - deb-in-MI - 9:48pm on 05/07/14

Should have been titled: cake decorating with my little neighbors [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:48pm on 05/07/14
Where do you live, Oz? Little neighbors, lotta green clothing, Lollipop Guild? [IMAGE] - Steve2 in LA - 7:43am on 05/08/14

In a shoe.. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:19am on 05/08/14

With grand experiences like this one, it's no wonder so many boys are cooking these days. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:26am on 05/09/14

26006. NFR - Suddenly I'm getting all kinds of spam in my GMail Inbox. Anyone else having this problem? And - Meryl - 7:09am on 05/06/14 (5)

If you use your Gmail account for websites/forums that want your email - KarenNoCA - 2:50pm on 05/06/14

I use gmail for my main account. I don't "publish" my email - Charley - 5:29pm on 05/06/14
Good point Charley. So what it boils down to is ...... - KarenNoCA - 11:09pm on 05/06/14

But I don't separate them either, and I don't get spam.I can't - Charley - 2:06am on 05/07/14

Does Gmail have a spam filter that one has to turn on? I'd love that! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 5:39pm on 05/07/14

26007. ISO ErininNY - You're the winner of the cookbook giveaway-See my post from yesterday at the link. I [LINK] - Meryl - 5:14pm on 05/06/14 (7)

She's just working on her acceptance speech! : ) P.S>.. - barb_b - 5:29pm on 05/06/14

Thanks, barb. xxx [NT] - Meryl - 8:38pm on 05/06/14

Oh, gosh--am I too late?! - ErininNY - 5:56pm on 05/06/14

No, you're not too late! PM me right away with your email address in the subject line. [NT] - Meryl - 6:05pm on 05/06/14

Done! :) [NT] - ErininNY - 6:24pm on 05/06/14

In case that doesn't work, it's my first name dot slattery at gmail dot com. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 7:11pm on 05/06/14

It worked! I just sent you an email. Send me a reply with your address ASAP. [NT] - Meryl - 7:27pm on 05/06/14

26008. Fabulous! Sea Scallops with Mushrooms and Sherry [LINK] - Sylvia - 5:48pm on 05/06/14 (2)

I'll be keeping this one in mind when our friend brings us scallops from Dutch Harbor. yum! [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:57pm on 05/07/14

Yum indeed! I am jealous. Scallops are a favourite. [NT] - Sylvia - 9:41pm on 05/07/14

26009. Making/doing anything for Mother's Day? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:40pm on 05/06/14 (33)

No, not a thing. [NT] - Meryl - 7:30pm on 05/06/14
Me too, not a thing! (as usual) [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 7:43pm on 05/06/14
Yes, and what a treat.... - Marg CDN2 - 8:47pm on 05/06/14

(((Marg))) have a lovely visit and may it be the first of many. [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:37am on 05/07/14
That sounds so nice! - Heather_in_SF - 6:34pm on 05/07/14
Ahh, that's nice Marg. Hope you have a great visit. [NT] - orchid - 6:40pm on 05/07/14
How wonderful! Enjoy. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 7:10pm on 05/07/14
Oh how wonderful!!! What a great time that will be! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:01pm on 05/07/14
So wonderful! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:45pm on 05/07/14

Driving to Dallas for a few days of eating and shopping! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 11:19pm on 05/06/14
Nothing Mother's day, but going to a wedding Saturday night & Shopping & dinner Mon. with Cindy:) [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:56pm on 05/06/14
Reservations. Daughter coming in from Canada just for the weekend :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:31am on 05/07/14

If she's a martini drinker and prefers Noilly Prat...well, you know what to do. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:23am on 05/09/14

Huh? That's Greek to me :) What is Noilly Prat and what do I do with it/her/them? [NT] - cheezz - 3:48am on 05/09/14

I am ever cryptic. [NT] [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 4:43pm on 05/09/14

Ah HA! Now it makes sense :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:14pm on 05/09/14

Mom is 6 thousand miles away.... - SallyBR - 12:31pm on 05/07/14
Hoping my mom will feel up to drive to SF - Heather_in_SF - 6:38pm on 05/07/14

Oh I hope she can make it -- could you take the train to her? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:03pm on 05/07/14

I am calling her tonight, - Heather_in_SF - 4:19pm on 05/08/14

I am having breakfast in bed (but my family doesn't know it yet). ;) And - ErininNY - 7:09pm on 05/07/14
We're having a party for mom & grandmothers of the 4 year old. We're making a towering pink cake! [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 7:10pm on 05/07/14

Love the idea of that cake, and it is beautiful, however I wonder - KarenNoCA - 11:31pm on 05/07/14

Yeah, I was wondering about that. Anyone else have a better (pink) frosting suggestion? - Traca - 1:31am on 05/08/14

Freeze-dried strawberries give an amazing pop of color...and they're tart so you can minimize [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:02pm on 05/08/14

ah. the HTTP 400 error again. It hates me. Anyway, let's try this again... - MarilynFL - 12:16pm on 05/08/14

What is "cooked torte icing"? [NT] - Traca - 5:51pm on 05/08/14

Here's the torte icing >> think "pate choux" but without the eggs - MarilynFL - 6:18pm on 05/08/14

Here's how it looks when finished > also pipes beautifully - MarilynFL - 6:31pm on 05/08/14
I think this is also known as the original red velvet cake icing. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:48pm on 05/08/14
Thank you. Will give this a whirl. [NT] - Traca - 7:25pm on 05/08/14
Marilyn, can I make this frosting a day ahead, then assemble the cake the morning of the party? [NT] - Traca - 10:15pm on 05/08/14

Yep. Also, there's nothing stopping you from assembling the day before unless you're using fresh - MarilynFL - 12:56pm on 05/09/14

26010. We got this big bucket of strawberries this morning. Here's some ways to use them... - charlie - 11:32pm on 05/06/14 (4)

REC: Frozen Strawberry Margarita Pie... - charlie - 11:39pm on 05/06/14
REC: Old Fashioned Strawberry Rhubarb Tart... - charlie - 11:40pm on 05/06/14
REC: Strawberry Gelato... - charlie - 11:42pm on 05/06/14
Wonderful link in 'Great Threads' here >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:34am on 05/07/14

26011. Not sure if you can see this, but giving it a whirl... [LINK] - Traca - 12:01am on 05/07/14 (30)

I couldn't get it. "Content Unavailable" [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:17am on 05/07/14

It's a link to a public album on Facebook. Any chance you're on a computer where FB is blocked? [NT] - Traca - 12:22am on 05/07/14

Nope. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:31am on 05/07/14
Color me "Idiot" I wasn't logged in to FB. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:34am on 05/07/14

Well, I can't see it b/c I don't do FB, but sounds fantastic. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:41pm on 05/07/14

Maria, you're missing out. Why not do like me, pick a completely - orchid - 8:17pm on 05/07/14

But it will know my IP address...and I don't want FB to stalk me. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:58pm on 05/07/14

No more than Google already does. ;) [NT] - Traca - 9:58pm on 05/07/14

I know, but I don't want them to connect the dots, lol! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:48am on 05/08/14

What is the coiled thing? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:35am on 05/07/14

All the photos are labeled if you click on them. It's Coiled Spinach, Leek, and Fennel Pie. [NT] - Traca - 12:40am on 05/07/14

How did you cut and serve? In wedges? I love fennel. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 1:28am on 05/07/14

Not sure the official way. We just cut along the coils and took a section. [NT] - Traca - 5:46am on 05/07/14

You remind me of how much I enjoyed having Evelyn/Athens participating here. - Michael in Phoenix - 2:01am on 05/07/14

Me too Michael. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:55am on 05/07/14
I'd recommend looking into this book. The author owned a resto in NYC, now runs a culinary school [LINK] - Traca - 4:59am on 05/07/14

Wow...I'm fairly speechless...thank goodness I can type. Well done to your group!!! [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:43am on 05/07/14

M, I love this line "once a cucumber turns into a pickle, it can't go back to being a cucumber." [NT] - Traca - 1:03pm on 05/07/14
We've been doing this for 20 months now, and it is one of the greatest joys of my life. Up until a - Traca - 1:11pm on 05/07/14

Such a great group and lovely rec's. Sounds like a great time! How did the group form? I have - barb_b - 1:25pm on 05/07/14

I've done this twice now. - Traca - 1:57pm on 05/07/14

(more on the backstory and how we got started above) [NT] - Traca - 7:05pm on 05/07/14
Such a great story! And now you know which books to hold on to! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 8:44pm on 05/07/14

Just fabulous! Now this is the kind of bookclub I want to join!!! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 4:23pm on 05/07/14
Wow! How fun is that?! And the the group looks terrific and fun - orchid - 4:50pm on 05/07/14

I just found this recipe that I think might be the meatballs. Could you - orchid - 6:07pm on 05/07/14

Yes, that's it! 3 kinds of nuts in this meatball. [NT] - Traca - 7:04pm on 05/07/14

waiting for Steve. . . [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:17am on 05/08/14

Ha! [NT] - orchid - 2:17am on 05/08/14
Just the IDEA of ground nuts has me on the floor screaming for mercy. Oh ... ground NUTS! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:40am on 05/08/14

26012. Cheese rolls, anyone with a recipe? - oli - 1:40am on 05/07/14 (5)

They look like croissant type baked pastry to me. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:15am on 05/07/14
oli, I've seen cuban cheese rolls made and it's basically [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:50am on 05/07/14

Here's a simple version of the guava/cream cheese using puff pastry [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:59am on 05/07/14
Wow, that's awfully nice of you to offer to send a block to me, so let me know and I will give my - oli - 2:43pm on 05/09/14

oli, send me a PM with your email in SUBJECT line. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:36pm on 05/09/14

26013. Yes, I am officially retired from the cafe. Day one of retirement; trip and fall - Dawn_MO - 10:48am on 05/07/14 (16)

Oh, Dawn--what a story. For me the moral is to NEVER RETIRE! Best wishes for a speedy recovery. [NT] - wigs - 11:12am on 05/07/14
I think we need to put permanent safety cones around you, Dawn. Go forth and bake! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:44am on 05/07/14
good golly miss molly! sending healing thoughts your way. good attitude [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:05pm on 05/07/14
Glad you are OK... And you are not the only one; In times of stress, I often focus on thinking of - barb_b - 6:15pm on 05/07/14
Gosh, were you able to get up or did you have to wait, vermin free hopefully, until - Heather_in_SF - 6:31pm on 05/07/14
Gosh I'm glad you are ok... - MariaDNoCA - 7:01pm on 05/07/14
Whoops! What are you going to bake first? [NT] - Traca - 7:11pm on 05/07/14

If you want to join me, I'm baking this bread this weekend >> [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:59pm on 05/07/14

I hope I don't get some instant karma... - SallyBR - 7:35pm on 05/07/14
Great attitude! Hope you are feeling better! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:44pm on 05/07/14
I don't know... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:54am on 05/08/14
May the yeast be with you :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:41am on 05/08/14

: ) [NT] - barb_b - 11:57am on 05/08/14

Dawn, you are amazing. (((_))) [NT] - PatBastrop - 4:28pm on 05/08/14
While I know tripping and hurting isn't funny, the adventure you made of it certainly was. - Marg CDN2 - 6:26pm on 05/08/14
Ouch! Get well soon! Love your thought process, though. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 7:09pm on 05/08/14

26014. Can any cookie dough be kept in the freezer to slice and bake? - orchid - 9:43pm on 05/07/14 (21)

My sister makes cookie dough balls and freezes those individually, then bags up. - Luisa_Calif - 11:00pm on 05/07/14

That's exactly what I wanted to know. If you bake them while they - orchid - 11:42pm on 05/07/14

Sure you can. I don't think she bakes them frozen but when she puts them on the baking >> - Luisa_Calif - 11:50pm on 05/07/14

Thanks so much! [NT] - orchid - 11:53pm on 05/07/14

I do that ALL the time - I have pb cookies and snickerdoodles in there right now. - cheezz - 2:53am on 05/08/14

Thank you [NT] - orchid - 11:51am on 05/08/14

Drop cookies work better if you drop them on a sheet, freeze till firm, then put in a freezer bag. - Melissa Dallas - 11:05pm on 05/07/14

That's a good idea. Mom...why didn't you ever teach me how to cook? [NT] - orchid - 11:44pm on 05/07/14

She must've known you'd have us. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:41am on 05/08/14

You my friend are clairvoyant. That is exactly what I thought after I wrote it. [NT] - orchid - 2:15am on 05/08/14

I see ease of preparation in your future... [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:56pm on 05/08/14
And I see a LOT more freshly baked cookies in your future! [NT] - wigs - 3:55pm on 05/08/14

So I'm coming to you 2 the next time I wish I had a crystal ball! ;0) [NT] - orchid - 4:26pm on 05/08/14

It's a gift. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:40pm on 05/08/14

Orchid, here's an easy way to freeze a roll of cookie dough [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:45pm on 05/09/14

Ah, I never thought about using parchment. Good idea and aren't - orchid - 6:49pm on 05/09/14
Although I haven't tried it yet I've heard you can store the roll in a paper towel tube that has >> - Luisa_Calif - 7:30pm on 05/09/14

I use the paper towel/gift wrap roll method - it protects it in the freezer. [NT] - cheezz - 10:18pm on 05/09/14

I use this method too. helps with rolling as well. Sandi in Hawaii posted the hint in T&T [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 6:18pm on 05/12/14

I missed that one! How clever, roll it in the tube to get it nice and round :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:15pm on 05/12/14

I'm glad I'm not the the only one - I ALWAYS put the oven temp and baking time too :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:17pm on 05/09/14

26015. Has anyone here ever made a cupcake bouquet? Hints? Tips? Styrofoam or plastic cups? [NT] - cheezz - 10:40pm on 05/07/14 (4)

Here's some Cupcake Bouquet videos... - MariaDNoCA - 1:14am on 05/08/14

wow, so beautiful. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:23am on 05/08/14
Thank you Maria!! Beautiful bouquets - they make it look so easy! [NT] - cheezz - 2:50am on 05/08/14

You're welcome - they are easy! Tho, minicupcakes are harder to do because you need to turn more. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:44am on 05/08/14

26016. I made two of my favorite quick breads as minis to give as gifts-Cinnamon Bread and Chocolate Bread- - Meryl - 12:48am on 05/08/14 (2)

Yum! [NT] - cheezz - 3:38am on 05/08/14
Sounds very tasty! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:45am on 05/08/14

26017. while browsing for a cooking class again at Tutka Bay Lodge, I clicked on their "Recipes" section [LINK] - AngAk1 - 1:20am on 05/08/14 (5)

Oh Ang, why o why did you have to post this place!!!! It looks like a wonderful place - Barbara in VA - 2:20pm on 05/08/14

we went last year. took the Japanese class. fabulous. a splurge, but we're worth it! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:50pm on 05/08/14

I hope cheezz sees it---she'll be right across the bay. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:51pm on 05/08/14

Yes, I see it! I am going to be on KP 4 days...next time I will allow 2 weeks! [NT] - cheezz - 3:54am on 05/09/14

this sounds like you 2 might be back! wonderful place for hiking and kayaking. [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:12pm on 05/08/14

26018. Pat's Cinnamon Rolls - JudyW - 6:25pm on 05/08/14 (7)

Hi Judy. This is from a post you put up on Gail's back in '02. I'm guessing it's what you want. - Michael in Phoenix - 6:38pm on 05/08/14

was this a favorite at Gail's? maybe it qualifies for T&T, easier to find? [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:56pm on 05/08/14

I haven't tried it. I use a recipe from Bernard Clayton that my family loves. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:58pm on 05/08/14

Yes Michael this is it! - JudyW - 8:29pm on 05/08/14
Speaking of Pat- I am still in touch with her even though she doesn't post any longer. Great cook. - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:36pm on 05/08/14
This recipe is cut off -- is there a complete version? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:30pm on 05/14/14

I think it's just frost with cream cheese frosting [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:21pm on 05/14/14

26019. my bookclub night tomorrow night. thanks to FK I can pull together a nice spread. - AngAk1 - 7:07pm on 05/08/14 (16)

I guess I should say thanks to eat.at! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:10pm on 05/08/14
Looks great--what a feast! :) [NT] - ErininNY - 7:16pm on 05/08/14

Amen to that. Dare we hope for photos? Food only if friends are shy. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:07pm on 05/09/14

the only pic of food---dessert leftover shot in the big old skillet. we had such fun [IMAGE] - AngAk1 - 5:38pm on 05/14/14

Oops, just read this post. It answered my question. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:10pm on 05/14/14

This looks great. I've never tried the Homesick Texan recipe, but I'm a big fan of her work. Would - Traca - 7:23pm on 05/08/14
So glad you're back 2 cooking 4 bookclub this yr. Lovely & delicious-sounding menu! [NT] - wigs - 8:20pm on 05/08/14

I don't think I need bread, but bread and honey and homemade jam were big in the book, so I thought - AngAk1 - 9:10pm on 05/08/14

That all sounds so good! Makes me want to read that book and I have given up bookclub and reading!! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 2:18pm on 05/09/14
How was the King Ranch Casserole? I would like to make it sometime. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:09pm on 05/14/14

Really good. I assembled it the day before, so it's a good make-ahead and easy Gluten Free if you - AngAk1 - 9:03pm on 05/14/14

I finally did a search and found this recipe and I'll be make it - orchid - 6:07pm on 05/15/14

Angie, what did you use in place of flour in the casserole? [NT] - cheezz - 5:36pm on 05/15/14

I used cornstarch. I added it at the end of sauce-making, added to some broth just before adding - AngAk1 - 9:51pm on 05/15/14

Thanks! Do you ever use potato starch? It seems to work well for me. [NT] - cheezz - 1:53am on 05/16/14

My first time making it from scratch. Very forgiving/adaptable [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:16am on 05/16/14

26020. NFRC: Anyone in Richmond, VA (or with friends/family in Richmond)? [NT] - ErininNY - 7:18pm on 05/08/14 (3)

SIL lives in Richmond. Are you visiting?? [NT] - Barbara in VA - 2:15pm on 05/09/14

No, just trying to find more friends for a close college friend of mine. :) - ErininNY - 2:26am on 05/10/14

Well, SIL has a family full of kids/step kids that are in or near college age.... - Barbara in VA - 1:23pm on 05/12/14

26021. cheezz--Do U subscribe to Tea Time magazine? I recently ran across it at the bookstore & bought [LINK] - wigs - 8:30pm on 05/08/14 (3)

Alas, no. I have borrowed issues to look at, though. Very nice magazine. [NT] - cheezz - 3:57am on 05/09/14
I figured U'd probably have heard of it, at least. If U can, grab the current issue frm a friend to - wigs - 5:28pm on 05/09/14

TOO many good recipes, I'm afraid :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:19pm on 05/09/14

26022. Today I am trying my hand at pressure canning for the first time. I have been water bath canning - Luisa_Calif - 10:17pm on 05/08/14 (19)

Repeat this mantra: Pressure canners are good, Pressure canners are safe. . . - mistral - 1:24am on 05/09/14

It's been cooling 1 hour (we went out to dinner so I wouldn't just sit and watch it cool - - Luisa_Calif - 2:15am on 05/09/14
I joined the epi site originally to ask about microwave pressure canners. I had 2 and was devoted - Marg CDN2 - 5:35pm on 05/10/14

Please read the page link within: [NT] [LINK] - mistral - 10:52pm on 05/11/14

Thank you. I had never read about their being questionable in terms of the canning process. But I - Marg CDN2 - 4:45pm on 05/12/14

You could still use them to pressure cook things, like stuff for dinner. . . - mistral - 12:32am on 05/13/14

I was underwhelmed at my first attempt with peach jam (same reason, no freezer room) - MarilynFL - 1:50pm on 05/09/14

I have only had darkened home-canned jam. . . - mistral - 10:38pm on 05/11/14

I am so scared of pressure canning..... I grew up being scared when my mom was making her corn. - barb_b - 5:31pm on 05/09/14

I've only canned high acid things like jams, tomatoes. This time I was doing meat sauce so - Luisa_Calif - 7:21pm on 05/09/14

Pressure canning is really nice for broth or stock & soup. - Melissa Dallas - 1:24am on 05/10/14

I've heard it makes the best stock. Extracts tons of flavor from the ingredients. Quick too! [NT] - Traca - 4:44pm on 05/10/14

Pressure cooker to make it. Pressure canner to put it up. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:15pm on 05/11/14

Oh! I never realized that. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:03pm on 05/12/14

Home canned meat, chicken or beef stock is GREAT; I use it in A LOT of stuff. . . - mistral - 10:43pm on 05/11/14

And you pressure canned it using your altitude adjustment for pressure AND . . . - mistral - 10:39pm on 05/11/14

we pressure can salmon every year. in real cans and in jars. DH is the expert. I just watch. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:27pm on 05/12/14

Ooh, OHH, you have a sealer for metals cans? - mistral - 12:35am on 05/13/14

yes, DH has the old family can sealer, and he just bought a new one for larger cans. it's a very - AngAk1 - 2:13am on 05/13/14

26023. Chicken Enchiladas - Tonight I made this with lots of tweaks. Delicious! [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 2:45am on 05/09/14 (7)

Printed - thanks! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:07am on 05/09/14
What were your tweaks? - cyalexa2 - 11:42am on 05/09/14

I had a lot of tweaks, and they're sloppily handwritten all over the printed recipe. I have to - Meryl - 4:45pm on 05/09/14

Do you have the recipe for the Mexican Spice Blend, I don't see it on the site. Recipe looks good! [NT] - Curious1 - 8:17pm on 05/09/14

I was going to ask the same thing. It always chips me off when - orchid - 9:03pm on 05/09/14

See my reply below. [NT] - Meryl - 9:13pm on 05/09/14

I looked it up online, and saw several recipes, which were basically a mixture of - Meryl - 9:12pm on 05/09/14

26024. (!) Help the strawberry plant is sick -- what am I doing wrong??! (pixs inside) - MariaDNoCA - 5:27am on 05/09/14 (12)

I didn't touch it!!! I swear...hand on "Mastering the Art of French Cooking". - MarilynFL - 12:54pm on 05/09/14

Rut-ro...you know us mom's think those that point to others must be GUILTY!! LOL! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:58pm on 05/09/14

I do believe that watering every other day is too much water. Professional strawberry growers - KarenNoCA - 2:01pm on 05/09/14

But it was happy with that for months, now leaves are both yellow and dying crispy brown [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:22pm on 05/09/14

Sometimes it takes a perfectly healthy plant time to get sick - KarenNoCA - 4:36pm on 05/09/14

Joe? What say you? You are my Obi-One of the garden. :-) - MariaDNoCA - 9:54pm on 05/09/14

The pot kinda seems to have a lot of gnats around it - is that an issue? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:24pm on 05/10/14

Have you turned the leaves over to peek at the underside? Maybe you have a type of bug [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 4:42pm on 05/10/14

The lemon tree has white flies, but don't see any on the strawberry [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:53pm on 05/10/14

Our Meyer Lemon has white fly for the very first time ever & we have been growing them for decades. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 5:15pm on 05/10/14

The gnats would indicate too much water to me too. If it's not getting as much sun it might be - Joe - 12:00am on 05/11/14
Ok, I'll try less water/more sun and see what happens -- thxs all! (I have *such* a brown thumb.) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:56pm on 05/11/14

26025. A strange thing in the cooking world! - KarenNoCA - 1:55pm on 05/09/14 (24)

Some people have grown up only having been exposed to Canned Asparagus - Luisa_Calif - 7:23pm on 05/09/14

Speaking of Ina, I made her Coq au Vin last night. I have 12 recipes, have made several and I think - Curious1 - 8:09pm on 05/09/14

How did Ina enjoy it? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 9:51pm on 05/09/14

Ha, she didn't think the olive oil was "good". [NT] - Curious1 - 10:29pm on 05/09/14

I find her use of "good" this and "good" that so pretentious and annoying. Not a fan of hers anyway, - Meryl - 10:45pm on 05/09/14

I love it when she says, give it a BIG stir, then grabs one of those huge metal spoons of hers! - KarenNoCA - 11:02pm on 05/09/14

I never know what the heck "good red wine vinegar" is. Any clue? Favorite brand? [NT] - Traca - 11:53pm on 05/09/14

I get a red wine vinegar imported from France at Harris Teeter Supermarkets, but they use their - Meryl - 12:01am on 05/10/14
I think she means overall not the crappy cheap imatation whatever when she says that. - MariaDNoCA - 12:10am on 05/10/14
CI published a taste test in Jan 2011 - cyalexa2 - 1:41am on 05/10/14
I love the line of Sparrow Lane vinegars? Anyone familiar with these? - KarenNoCA - 4:39pm on 05/10/14

Do you know where it's made? I used to buy Wooden Valley vinegars but then they started selling >> - Luisa_Calif - 5:14pm on 05/10/14

Sparrow Lane Vinegar information [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 5:18pm on 05/10/14

Thanks! So it is only available online? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 5:32pm on 05/10/14

No, our kitchen shop carries it, but it sells out so quickly that they were always out - KarenNoCA - 6:05pm on 05/10/14

No store locator button :>( [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 7:36pm on 05/10/14

If you can find Fauchon, it is quite perfect. Also, their raspberry is yummy. French [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:21pm on 05/10/14
I like the Maitre Jacques brand, but it's hard to find. Right now I'm using Colavita from WF. It's - Curious1 - 8:14pm on 05/10/14

Food Network magazine recently had an article where chefs named favorite brands. I was surprised at [LINK] - Curious1 - 8:20pm on 05/10/14

I saw that Bradley Ogden- The Tavern at Lark Creek, Larkspur, CA - KarenNoCA - 10:56pm on 05/10/14
I love this list. Thanks! [NT] - Traca - 6:03am on 05/12/14
this was fun to read through. thanks. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:51pm on 05/12/14

I was reminded of this recipe at Epicurious which has 900 reviews. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 10:19am on 05/10/14

Sylvia, I only read about the first 10 reviews, & they are HYSTERICAL. Gotta get bk 2 wrk so will - wigs - 6:35pm on 05/22/14

26026. To check out: Orange Marmalade Pound Cake [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 11:00pm on 05/09/14 (2)

The orange marmalade reminded me of these very good cookies I haven't made in ages [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 4:35am on 05/11/14
nice! makes 3 loaves or rounds. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:54pm on 05/12/14

26027. Bread bakers: where do you get your proofing baskets? The pretty banneton style. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:55am on 05/10/14 (8)

I made my own... - judy-mass - 12:55pm on 05/10/14
Fantes was my source when I got a couple years ago - SallyBR - 6:39pm on 05/10/14

Thxs! Baked 2day using 2 mixing bowls, a sauce pan, and 1 dinner roll basket,lol They're not happy [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:09pm on 05/10/14

Why are proofing baskets needed? - Anna_X - 7:21pm on 05/12/14

Proofing baskets can give that beautiful pattern... - SallyBR - 10:13pm on 05/12/14

Ahh. This is for those beautiful artisanl breads... - Anna_X - 11:51pm on 05/12/14

Have you checked eBay? [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 8:52pm on 05/12/14

Yes, but so far not any cheaper than everywhere else. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:37pm on 05/25/14

26028. Potato Leek Mushroom Soup (Delicious!) - Sylvia - 10:28am on 05/10/14 (1)

this sounds so comforting. thanks [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:56pm on 05/12/14

26029. Saturday bread adventures: Norwich More Sour Sourdough Bread...(pixs) [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 1:23am on 05/11/14 (4)

beautiful! the crumb is lovely. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:00pm on 05/12/14

I'm working on getting the hang of this, so it's practice, practice, practice. Now if I could just - MariaDNoCA - 2:47am on 05/13/14

You can get more flavor by letting the dough rest longer. Try longer rises in the fridge. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:51am on 05/13/14

My last two I did 16 hr final rises in the fridge and didn't get much if any change. :( [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:57pm on 05/13/14

26030. Rachael Ray week in a day, 3 in a bag.... - SallyBR - 11:44am on 05/11/14 (15)

Yes, poor gal, I think she is over worked, over used, and I am sure - KarenNoCA - 3:12pm on 05/11/14

At first, when she was everywhere at once, I attributed it to how they... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:35pm on 05/11/14

Agree.... - SallyBR - 4:29pm on 05/11/14

She does have a daily TV talk show that has won a good - Charley - 6:53pm on 05/11/14
If I hear anyone say "EVOO" I want to fling a cauliflower at their heads!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 9:26pm on 05/13/14

How about "Stoup" for a combination of soup and stew? Equally obnoxious. [NT] - Meryl - 10:01pm on 05/13/14

Or sammies! [NT] - Traca - 5:08am on 05/14/14

Ugh! Hate that! [NT] - Meryl - 10:49pm on 05/14/14

Me too! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:51pm on 05/14/14
I cannot imagine who you all are talking about..... [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 10:33pm on 05/14/14
Lol, but it's not easy to invent a word that is added to the Oxford American College Dictionary. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:27pm on 05/16/14

My nonna would have said, "She's Sicilian" ..... [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 3:34pm on 05/11/14

Oh, I am taking that into account.... - SallyBR - 4:25pm on 05/11/14

I can tell when she hasn't had enough coffee, very subdued. - Luisa_Calif - 4:28pm on 05/11/14

Oh, I can hear my dear deceased friend, Flavia, saying that!!! - cheezz - 5:13am on 05/12/14

26031. A sincere and hearty "HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY" to all the wonderful Moms here. - Michael in Phoenix - 3:37pm on 05/11/14 (2)

Here, here!!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:49pm on 05/11/14
I can raise poorly behaved dogs... would that count? - SallyBR - 4:31pm on 05/11/14

26032. Gail's Swap - Charlotte313 - 4:33pm on 05/11/14 (12)

Someone posted this link but I don't think it's searchable. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 5:02pm on 05/11/14
Are you looking for something specific? We can search using the forums search and choosing [LINK] - Curious1 - 5:07pm on 05/11/14

Also, most of us were on Gail's, so if it's semi-specific one of us might have something saved. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:53pm on 05/11/14

Remember the Group Project? Here is a link to it [NT] [LINK] - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:20pm on 05/11/14
thank you! - Charlotte313 - 4:22pm on 05/13/14

Hmmm, I do not recall a breakfast Pizza. Richard frequently checks in, so hoping he sees your post [NT] - barb_b - 4:55pm on 05/13/14

The only thing I found in the search was a post that he talked [LINK] - orchid - 5:28pm on 05/13/14

The Thai sounds good on this.. - Charlotte313 - 5:59pm on 05/13/14

Oh his Russian Potatoes are permantly planted in T&T for sure! [LINK] - orchid - 6:44pm on 05/13/14

...and on my thighs, damn the man. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:58pm on 05/14/14

Yes, this is the breakfast pizza. Pretty simple, really no recipe. - Richard in Cincy - 2:35pm on 05/15/14

Richard in Cincy...you are needed here. [NT] - orchid - 6:48pm on 05/13/14

26033. REC: Homemade Box Mix Style Brownies. I made these last night in an 8x8 pan [LINK] - Meryl - 10:36pm on 05/11/14 (8)

I can't comprehend why I would try to replicate a boxed mix that is trying to replicate homemade. - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:18pm on 05/11/14

Temporary insanity. [NT] - Meryl - 12:48am on 05/12/14
Global warming. It's what's wrong with everything. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:43pm on 05/12/14

HA!!! [NT] - barb_b - 3:22pm on 05/12/14
Yew mean it's not the d*** liberals/conservatives/republicans/democrats. . . - mistral - 5:31pm on 05/12/14

You forgot Independents. No. It's global warming, plain and simple. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:05pm on 05/12/14

Shucks, it used to be the hole in the ozone layer. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:20pm on 05/13/14

...and before that, Chicken Little. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:24pm on 05/13/14

26034. To check out: Bite Sized Peanut Butter Cup Cookies [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:59am on 05/12/14 (20)

"Out, I say, Out! Begone, Evil Spawn of Temptation!...[hiss, hiss, spit, spit] - MarilynFL - 11:25am on 05/12/14
Oh how I want to run right home and make these!!! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 1:24pm on 05/12/14
This is a serious message: I'm getting a security warning that this link may have a virus. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:43pm on 05/12/14

Here's the recipe for those that don't want to click the link... [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 5:27pm on 05/12/14
I ran my anti virus and nothing showed up. I also went to the link a few times, and it looks okay. [NT] - Meryl - 5:59pm on 05/12/14

Meryl, the site kept refreshing (on IE) and I couldn't close the screen. Had to kill it - MarilynFL - 6:44pm on 05/12/14

I was using Firefox, so I didn't see that. Thanks, Maria, for posting the recipe! [NT] - Meryl - 9:03pm on 05/12/14
Don't use Microsoft Internet Explorer! I received a warning from work on April 28th. Read all [LINK] - FloriSandy - 4:52am on 05/14/14

We us it here at work, on an Air Force Base. no problems. super security here. [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:22pm on 05/14/14

LM pushed out several security patches in the past two weeks re: IE.. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:04pm on 05/14/14

I used to do "Lunch and Learns" at work and I often made these for them - deb-in-MI - 2:30pm on 05/12/14

I make these every Christmas. I bake the cookie part first,then press in the Reeses just out of the - AngAk1 - 7:14pm on 05/12/14

try these with Rolos---nice! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:44pm on 05/13/14

and 2 junior mints pressed in one on top of the other. especially good with brownie batter [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:45pm on 05/13/14

STOP IT STOP IT STOP IT....ALL OF YOU!!! I'm trying to lose weight - cheezz - 5:41pm on 05/15/14

It may be time to diet when... - MarilynFL - 5:50pm on 05/15/14

This is hilarious! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:51pm on 05/15/14
You pegged me to a T! Oh, and add...your arm isn't long enough for a selfie :) [NT] - cheezz - 6:07pm on 05/15/14

hahaha! but that isn't you cheezz. [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:47pm on 05/15/14

You're too kind...thanks....SMOOCH! [NT] - cheezz - 1:56am on 05/16/14

26035. I have the "Gramercy Tavern Cookbook" for another 5 days. Any recipes I should - MarilynFL - 12:50pm on 05/12/14 (3)

Damn, CynUpstateNY, I had NO CLUE this place was that fabulous re: your nephew. Impressive! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:51pm on 05/12/14
I met with Michael Anthony when he was on book tour. While talking about the book, he praised their - Traca - 3:29pm on 05/12/14
Getting HTTP 400 errors again. Thanks for the suggestion, Traca. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:30am on 05/13/14

26036. A slice of heaven: Southern Living's Strawberry-Lemonade Layer Cake [LINK] [IMAGE] - Traca - 3:37pm on 05/12/14 (9)

Sounds yummy! How strong was the lemonade flavor... - MariaDNoCA - 6:30pm on 05/12/14

Not a strong lemonade flavor. Just a hint. All the flavors came together really well. [NT] - Traca - 8:47pm on 05/12/14

This is going on the must try list - thanks! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:45pm on 05/15/14

What a fun treat cake to make! I love the way it sounds, but too many steps! Glad it was as good - barb_b - 7:02pm on 05/12/14

I made the cake and the jam one day, the frosting the next. Breaking it up into stages worked well. [NT] - Traca - 8:48pm on 05/12/14

Did you make the frosting and did it hold up well for the day? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:57pm on 05/13/14

Yes. I made the Italian Buttercream (linked) the day before. It worked fine. I did [LINK] - Traca - 7:09pm on 05/13/14

Traca! U & I are on the same dessert path here. I had a strong feeling this cake would be - wigs - 3:28pm on 05/13/14

Whoo hoo! I forgot how I got to that recipe. Thanks WIGS!! It's a winner, for sure! [NT] - Traca - 6:59pm on 05/13/14

26037. I've been cooking out of Jeruselam, Yotam Ottolenghi's cookbook - KarenNoCA - 4:28pm on 05/12/14 (7)

i also have that book checked out from the library. Substitutions for barberries include>>> - Luisa_Calif - 6:13pm on 05/12/14
Here's the recipe from the NY Times. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 7:12pm on 05/12/14

Thanks for the peek. I still have that book checked out from the library and that looks very good. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 8:03pm on 05/12/14

Karen, if you're willing, I'd get my hands on some barberries. They're really interesting - Traca - 8:46pm on 05/12/14

Thanks all! Traca, did you by any chance get the jeweled rice recipe? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:02pm on 05/12/14

No, but it's a traditional Persian recipe. This version is nearly identical. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 12:54am on 05/13/14

Now, THAT is a beautiful dish...l [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:56pm on 05/13/14

26038. NFR Complaint: As if I needed another reason for living in Florida... [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:19pm on 05/13/14 (11)

Marilyn, do you like living in Florida? My daughter is there on vacation, a place called Sebastian - KarenNoCA - 3:53pm on 05/13/14

Hi Karen. I'm on the fence with FL. We're surrounded by water, yet we don't own - MarilynFL - 11:50am on 05/14/14

I had to chuckle a bit, Marilyn. Surrounded by water is not for everyone. - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:00pm on 05/14/14

and don't forget the chickens! [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:25pm on 05/14/14

Only sharks here in the mts are those pesky Land Sharks---"Candy Gram" [NT] - charlie - 7:43pm on 05/14/14

OK, I've waited patiently for someone to ask for clarification.Am I the only one who doesn't get it? [NT] - Curious1 - 10:08pm on 05/17/14

We've been staying on Vilano Beach. A fisherman pulled in a 5 foot Mako. People - CynUpstateNY - 9:04pm on 05/15/14

nice to see you Cyn. hope all is well. vacationing---that must be good! [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:44pm on 05/15/14

Thanks, Ang. DH finished chemo and we traveled to warm places for 5 weeks. Heaven! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:51pm on 05/15/14

(((Cyn/DH))) [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:33am on 05/16/14

Group hug! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:42am on 05/20/14

26039. Marilyn, look! A piece in the NYT talking about red velvet cake, also mentions your fav. frosting [LINK] - Traca - 2:59pm on 05/13/14 (6)

Anatomy of the red velvet cake trend. (NYT article) [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 2:59pm on 05/13/14
Uncanny! DH's aunt used to put a flour frosting on her Maple Chiffon Cake (REC out here somewhere), - wigs - 3:05pm on 05/13/14
Ha! I have a Red Velvet cake recipe with this frosting saved from the old Gail's swap . . . - mistral - 5:15pm on 05/13/14
Interesting! Growing up, this icing was used for torte to withstand the heat of summer picnic [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:39pm on 05/13/14
For people like me who dislike powdered sugar buttercream it a terrific frosting - Melissa Dallas - 11:08pm on 05/13/14
Sounds like milk gravy with vanilla and sugar. Can't imagine how it tastes! [NT] - cheezz - 5:45pm on 05/15/14

26040. ISO: cheezz Aunt Patty's Peanut Butter Cookies. Yesterday I did [LINK] - orchid - 5:20pm on 05/13/14 (3)

Oh, you are SO welcome!! She was trying to recreate the great flavor we grew up on. - cheezz - 5:49pm on 05/15/14

You're welcome. They are very soft and crumble easy but neither - orchid - 5:55pm on 05/15/14

I make bite-sized ones for tea. Hmmmm....never had much of a crumbling problem. - cheezz - 6:05pm on 05/15/14

26041. What fun...Mini Beer Mug Cake Pops! [Angie, there's also a video on making cakeballs for your friend [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:33pm on 05/13/14 (1)

Ha! thanks, I think. I will be passing this along. I don't think they have their cake/icing ratio - AngAk1 - 6:03pm on 05/13/14

26042. Gail's searchable link [LINK] - Luisa_Calif - 5:35pm on 05/13/14 (3)

thanks for the link Luisa. I use this search a lot over there. put the "user's" name in the search - AngAk1 - 5:53pm on 05/13/14
thank you!!!..! - Charlotte313 - 5:55pm on 05/13/14

Great, glad you got what you need. Come hang out with us once in a while :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:30pm on 05/13/14

26043. Cindy & I had a fun meet-up last night - Melissa Dallas - 11:26pm on 05/13/14 (17)

I thought about the two of you.I hope you got lots of interesting new items. This weather is crazy! [NT] - Curious1 - 2:23am on 05/14/14

So far the best thing is the kefta I got at the hallal butcher counter - Melissa Dallas - 3:02am on 05/14/14

I got a bottle of "kumquat marmelade" at the Chinese grocery - Melissa Dallas - 3:05am on 05/14/14

Such fun! Just a bit jealous, [NT] - AngAk1 - 4:43am on 05/14/14

Oh what fun!!! [NT] - barb_b - 10:27am on 05/14/14
Jealous! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:11pm on 05/14/14
It was a blast. - cyalexa2 - 9:49pm on 05/15/14

I hope your lamb chops were as good as the kefta. - Melissa Dallas - 12:34am on 05/16/14

I'm having them tomorrow. - cyalexa2 - 1:37am on 05/16/14

Tamarind is used in lots of different cultures. One of my favorite ways to enjoy it is as a drink. [LINK] [IMAGE] - Traca - 1:27pm on 05/16/14

Thanks, I'll give that a try. - cyalexa2 - 2:42am on 05/17/14

Tamarind paste... coincidence! Just used some yesterday (more) [IMAGE] - SallyBR - 11:24pm on 05/16/14

Full recipe in link... should blog about it sometime next month [LINK] - SallyBR - 11:26pm on 05/16/14
great minds! thanks for the link [NT] - cyalexa2 - 2:46am on 05/17/14

best lamb chops ever! - cyalexa2 - 2:49am on 05/17/14

Cindy. for our za'ataar, check out Smittem Kitchen's egg pitas [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 4:02pm on 05/17/14

looks good: I bought feta at Mozzarella Factory [NT] - cyalexa2 - 6:17pm on 05/17/14

26044. YooHoo Traca, I want to talk to you about the Baked Meatballs with Walnuts, Almonds and Prunes - orchid - 7:36pm on 05/14/14 (1)

Hmm...I'm a fan of trying a recipe the way it was written the first time. But I think - Traca - 12:17am on 05/15/14

26045. I never watch The Chew, but saw this Blackout Cake today and it looked so good! [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 10:21pm on 05/14/14 (10)

I did not see it today, but have enjoyed seeing the show dynamics improve so much from when they - barb_b - 10:32pm on 05/14/14
Maria, The Brooklyn Blackout Cake has a cult following, here is Elinor Klivans Recipe and some [LINK] - GayR - 11:57am on 05/15/14

Thanks for posting! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:46pm on 05/15/14
Hi Gay! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:36pm on 05/15/14

Hi Marilyn, Just sent you a personal message. [NT] - GayR - 3:18pm on 05/15/14

got it {{hugs}}. Can reply, but can't send new one. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:53pm on 05/15/14

Gay, thanks for posting this one. It looks much easier. [NT] - Traca - 4:55pm on 05/15/14
thanks Gay. nice recipe. [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:20pm on 05/15/14
Ooooh sounds yummy -- thank you! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:43pm on 05/15/14

Deb, Traca and Ang you are all very welcome. [NT] - GayR - 6:10pm on 05/15/14

26046. Cakes. What's Your Favorite? - Richard in Cincy - 2:17pm on 05/15/14 (45)

R, did you see the request above for your Breakfast Pizza? from old swap time. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:29pm on 05/15/14
wigs...this has your name all over it. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:30pm on 05/15/14

speaking of Wigs, several of her amazing dessert buffet menus are in T&T Menus. [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:41pm on 05/15/14
Whoo who--I'm at work so will dive in 2 reply after I get home to my dessert files. [NT] - wigs - 4:32pm on 05/16/14

REC: Blueberry carrot picnic cake - judy-mass - 4:39pm on 05/15/14

REC: Apple Cake - judy-mass - 4:40pm on 05/15/14

REC: Lake Country Pear and Walnut Cake - judy-mass - 4:42pm on 05/15/14

I 2nd this! [NT] - orchid - 5:15pm on 05/15/14

I third. [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:20pm on 05/15/14

Randi's Lemon Buttermilk cake with strawberries. and that Blackout Cake above sounds terrific [LINK] - AngAk1 - 5:25pm on 05/15/14
I still love the Snickerdoodle Cake in T&T and it became DDH's favorite [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:26pm on 05/15/14

Pink Strawberry Party Cake -very easy, pretty and a crowd pleaser; I often garnish with real flowers [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 4:50pm on 05/16/14

Oprah's Caramal Cake and I'm not even a caramel lover. - deb-in-MI - 5:52pm on 05/15/14
All-time favorites: [NT] - cheezz - 5:53pm on 05/15/14

REC: Killer Carrot Cake - cheezz - 5:54pm on 05/15/14
REC: Coconut Cake Perfection - cheezz - 5:56pm on 05/15/14
REC: Deep Dark Chocolate Cake - cheezz - 5:59pm on 05/15/14
REC: Neighbor Dorothy�s Heavenly Caramel Cake - cheezz - 6:00pm on 05/15/14
REC: Spice Cake with White Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting (from Michael in Phoenix) - cheezz - 6:02pm on 05/15/14
REC: Coconut Buttermilk Pound Cake - cheezz - 6:03pm on 05/15/14

I have soooo many favorites- Here are some of them - they're all in T&T: [NT] - Meryl - 9:25pm on 05/15/14

Orange Butter Cake [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:26pm on 05/15/14

Mexican Chocolate Icebox Cake [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:26pm on 05/15/14

Streusel Topped Triple Berry Coffee Cake [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:26pm on 05/15/14

Chocolate Sour Cream Bundt Cake [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:26pm on 05/15/14

Strawberry Coffee Cake [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:27pm on 05/15/14

Julia's Queen of Sheba [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 11:36pm on 05/15/14

Maya Angelou's Caramel Cake [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 11:38pm on 05/15/14

Julia again: I love to make her orange almond spongecake from The Way to Cook and frost it - Joe - 11:42pm on 05/15/14
R.I.P. Maya. You will be missed [NT] - orchid - 4:00pm on 05/28/14

Butter Almond cake [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 12:30am on 05/16/14
Lemon Buttermilk sheet cake with lemon buttermilk glaze [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 12:32am on 05/16/14

I believe I must try this one next. [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:55am on 05/16/14

Ang, it is so lovely & buttery & lemony. Adding the rind/sugar separately makes for nice texture [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:18pm on 05/16/14

I made this for the first faculty party I attended at a new school, [LINK] - ErininNY - 6:26pm on 05/16/14
Thanks all for so many wonderful ideas - Richard in Cincy - 5:23am on 05/18/14

Richard, U're not done yet! I'm pulling RECs now. Do cheesecakes figure in2 yr repertoire or are U - wigs - 3:22pm on 05/18/14

My all-time favorite is: Raspberry White Chocolate Mousse Cake [LINK] - wigs - 6:28pm on 05/21/14
Another of my preferred cakes: Chocolate Charlotte Russe Cake at post 1139 [NT] [LINK] - wigs - 6:37pm on 05/21/14
I also love this Carrot Cake REC - wigs - 6:46pm on 05/21/14
A towering showstopper is this Orange Chiffon Cake I posted a while back. [NT] [LINK] - wigs - 7:41pm on 05/21/14
Spring in the Midwest is the season for the Lemon Jellyroll sponge cake with Pansies baked in it [NT] [LINK] - wigs - 7:43pm on 05/21/14
Don't believe I've posted "Miami Beach Birthday Cake" before. YUM! - wigs - 6:58pm on 05/22/14
Richard, you should put this in Great Threads [NT] - cheezz - 10:32pm on 05/24/14

Yes, definitely belongs in the keepers. Thanks everyone! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:38am on 06/02/14

26047. Well these are fun! Rec: Stuffed Baby Bell Peppers. I had bought [LINK] - orchid - 5:10pm on 05/15/14 (9)

Orchid, I also saw this recipe and saved it. Thanks for the review. Were you able to get the - Curious1 - 6:53pm on 05/15/14

These are so popular right now and they are everywhere. They are so sweet - KarenNoCA - 8:01pm on 05/15/14

They are pretty much a staple in my fridge anymore. The are so - orchid - 8:14pm on 05/15/14

All of the peppers in the packages of mini that I get at Publix are - orchid - 8:10pm on 05/15/14

Oops, John found the bag in the recycle bin so the brand I have is [LINK] - orchid - 8:21pm on 05/15/14

Thanks, I'll look for them. I may have seen them at Costco, will check when I go back. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:01pm on 05/15/14
Pero Family Farms was founded in 1908 by a Sicilian immigrant - KarenNoCA - 11:30pm on 05/15/14

I stuff these with Pat's Herb Garlic Cheese. Wonderful! [NT] [LINK] - Lana in FL - 8:36pm on 05/17/14

I agree that Pat's cheat for Boursin is wonderful. I use it often. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:14am on 05/18/14

26048. Maria re:strawberries.... [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 7:42pm on 05/15/14 (1)

Thanks!... - MariaDNoCA - 8:40pm on 05/15/14

26049. Been too hot in San Diego, fires all around, need easy cool b-day cake - Anna_X - 3:08am on 05/16/14 (12)

The Mexican chocolate icebox cake is fantastic.You can use sponge cake layers instead of ladyfingers - Meryl - 3:13am on 05/16/14

Here's another idea - Strawberry Cream Pie - I double it, and make it more of a cake size in a - Meryl - 3:20am on 05/16/14

I can vouch 4 this 1! A couple yrs ago I doubled & put in a springform pan as Meryl suggests. It - wigs - 4:22pm on 05/16/14

The Dulce de Leche ice cream on brownies is my go to "nice" easy to make ahead dessert... - MariaDNoCA - 3:34am on 05/16/14

I found all the makings for this, so may try it verry, very soon. Thanks! - Anna_X - 6:19pm on 05/17/14

The Famous wafer icebox cake is a good one too. Can make cupcakes also [NT] - AngAk1 - 3:36am on 05/16/14
my fave: Strawberry Icebox Cake [LINK] - cheezz - 3:40am on 05/16/14
Thanks, I'm off to store in the morning - Anna_X - 5:30am on 05/16/14
Lady fingers are available at any good supermarket in their bakery section. Ask for them because - KarenNoCA - 2:24pm on 05/16/14

Did ask at the bakery and got 'em. Cake just went into the fridge. - Anna_X - 6:18pm on 05/17/14

Everyone liked and appreciated the lightness of the Mexican ice box cake - Anna_X - 6:44pm on 05/18/14

Glad you liked it - it's one of my alltime favorites. [NT] - Meryl - 6:52pm on 05/18/14

26050. My dog Hershey has fancy taste. Bye bye fiddlehead ferns! [NT] [IMAGE] - AngAk1 - 5:14am on 05/16/14 (9)

Oh what a precious baby!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:24pm on 05/16/14
it's a bit hard to see, but all the ferns have their heads topped off. [NT] - AngAk1 - 4:58pm on 05/16/14
...as in, Milk Chocolate? [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:34pm on 05/16/14

Hershey is our semi-sweet chocolate, Hope is the milk chocolate [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:58pm on 05/16/14

Last week we were praising Buck... - SallyBR - 6:11pm on 05/16/14

this same cute Hershey took the cover off my ipad mini, chewed it up,along with my reading glasses - AngAk1 - 7:57pm on 05/16/14

Are you sure your prescription was up to date? Hershey was only trying to help you! ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 8:43pm on 05/16/14

a cheap cheater pair. easily replaceable. she never chews up my husband's though. [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:00am on 05/17/14

Unrepentant!!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:37pm on 05/16/14

26051. Allow me to share a simple, but truly delicious bread.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 11:53am on 05/16/14 (6)

That bread is so pretty it's making me weepy. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:50pm on 05/16/14
Sally I am in awe of your bread baking talents! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 4:09pm on 05/16/14
Oh I want to try this! Where to get/what to look for to find "good quality saffron?" [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:15pm on 05/16/14

Sorry, I guess I pulled a "Ina Garten" in there... :-) - SallyBR - 5:18pm on 05/16/14

Thanks...oh and LOL at the Ina reference! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:01pm on 05/16/14

beautiful! [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:18pm on 05/16/14

26052. This looks good: BANOFFEE PIE. Super easy! [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 1:40pm on 05/16/14 (9)

It does look good. Have never cooked cans of milk. I miss his show. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:15pm on 05/16/14

I'd just use cans of dulce de leche, or better yet, cajeta. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:15am on 05/17/14

Twenty years ago this would have been dinner. Now it makes my teeth hurt. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:35pm on 05/16/14

I can relate. In my thirties I would mix powdered sugar, cocoa and butter to eat if I didn't have - Curious1 - 2:16am on 05/17/14

Mine was uncooked streusel...butter, oatmeal, flour, sugar & cinnamon... [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:57pm on 05/17/14

Ha! I should have thought of that one! At least it has healthy oats in it. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:13pm on 05/17/14

20 years ago I wouldn't eat it. Now I don't care. Scary. Not sure I'll be able to smile in a year. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:51am on 05/17/14

No no. I'll just gum a smile. - Marg CDN2 - 5:51am on 05/17/14

Lol [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:12pm on 05/17/14

26053. How much flavor will I lose if I leave out the piment�n and Aleppo pepper ? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:46pm on 05/16/14 (4)

sounds so good. isn't pimenton paprika? Spanish spelling? [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:00pm on 05/16/14
I think Ang is correct, I'm surprised he didn't specify a type of pimenton. Aleppo pepper has a - Curious1 - 6:01pm on 05/16/14

Cook's Thesaurus says that a good substitute for aleppo is - KarenNoCA - 6:24pm on 05/16/14

Thanks for the help! [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:23pm on 05/19/14

26054. our Beartooth theater pub is having their Food Film Festival this week. have any of you seen these [LINK] - AngAk1 - 8:11pm on 05/16/14 (22)

We watched The Lunch Box not long ago and we enjoyed it. [NT] - orchid - 9:09pm on 05/16/14

I loved the trailor that Mar posted on lunchbox. I want to see this. [NT] - barb_b - 9:58pm on 05/16/14

I got it through my library. [NT] - orchid - 10:11pm on 05/16/14

thanks orchid! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:16pm on 05/16/14
I am not in the best of standing w/ my library.... I owe some books.... Ooops [NT] - barb_b - 10:19pm on 05/16/14

I love the names that emanate from your neighbourhood. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:43am on 05/17/14
I've seen Haute Cuisine. It was more about the kitchen politics than the food. I give it a C+. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 1:07am on 05/17/14

I saw it and liked it a whole lot better than Steve did. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:57am on 05/17/14

Thanks for all the feedback. Fwiw. Grand Budapest was a bit too dark and quirky for me - AngAk1 - 4:48am on 05/17/14

Perhaps you would enjoy Moonrise Kingdom? About first love. And camping. Quirky! [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:56pm on 05/17/14

Felt right there with them. [NT] - Earnie - 2:59am on 05/18/14
We picked this up from the library yesterday and quirky is right! [NT] - orchid - 11:44am on 05/18/14

Can't help myself...I don't know if you all have seen The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel [LINK] - orchid - 1:54pm on 05/17/14

We liked it too:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:56pm on 05/17/14

Me too, loved it. [NT] - Janet in NC - 7:58pm on 05/17/14

It was very good. Haven't seen Grand Budapest yet. [NT] - cheezz - 6:21pm on 05/17/14
Loved Marigold! [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:14pm on 05/17/14
I also loved this movie. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:09am on 05/18/14
Enjoyed this one [NT] - Earnie - 2:56am on 05/18/14
Two thumbs up for "Best Exotic..." here as well. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:20am on 05/18/14
I liked it even more the second time I watched it! ;0) [NT] - orchid - 11:45am on 05/18/14
Yep, cute movie! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:24pm on 05/18/14

26055. Does anyone visit HappyChomp.com? If so, can you help me out? - cheezz - 2:00am on 05/18/14 (3)

Figured it out. Click the WORDS, not pictures...why make pictures clickable then?! [NT] - cheezz - 4:31am on 05/18/14
What browser you using? I see regular sized pics which, when clicked on, take me to a large picture - Steve2 in LA - 8:24am on 05/18/14

Ah...thanks Steve! [NT] - cheezz - 6:33pm on 05/18/14

26056. Meals for One - Earnie - 2:50am on 05/18/14 (11)

I hope you might have a freezer--even a small one. You could - Charley - 11:52am on 05/18/14

It is really easy cooking for one...the trick is to find a local meat cutting shop - KarenNoCA - 4:22pm on 05/18/14

Charlie and Karen, thanks for - Earnie - 6:09pm on 05/18/14

Is it possible to share with others on the bulk purchases? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 6:27pm on 05/18/14
Earnie, my experience with CSA boxes, which I tried for one winter, is that they offer a small - KarenNoCA - 11:42pm on 05/18/14
Doesn't have to be the same week. Two weeks maybe.think - Charley - 12:25am on 05/19/14
I cook for one all the time - for moi! [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 2:36am on 05/19/14

I also suggest the freezer - my mom makes batches of baked pastas, chicken casseroles, - LisainLA - 2:34am on 05/19/14
My friend is a former caterer and her freezer looks something like this. [LINK] - Traca - 3:40pm on 05/20/14
Also, check out Judith Jones book, "The Pleasures of Cooking for One." If you're not [LINK] - Traca - 9:38am on 05/22/14

I have this old Sunset Cooking for Two cookbook with much loved recipes. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 6:49pm on 05/22/14

26057. Are my rhubarb scones doomed if I accidentally pre-cooked the rhubarb? [LINK] - ErininNY - 6:51pm on 05/18/14 (12)

Interesting. I've never cooked rhubarb but knew someone who grew and cooked it. - cheezz - 10:26pm on 05/18/14

I cook rhubarb all the time when the spring crop comes in. We use it as a fruit - KarenNoCA - 11:33pm on 05/18/14

My best guess for your cooked and sweetened rhubarb: drain well, blott and . . . - mistral - 12:18am on 05/19/14

Thanks, mistral. I may try this--I hate to waste it, and I have nothing else to put in the scones. [NT] - ErininNY - 1:21am on 05/19/14
How about just making it into a quick jam and serving it with the scones? [NT] - cheezz - 8:33pm on 05/19/14

Oh, dear. :( I guess I thought it would just be well mixed in. Rats. - ErininNY - 1:20am on 05/19/14
Right, mine broke down. Guess I'll drain and go from there. Rhubarb anxiety ahoy! [NT] - ErininNY - 1:22am on 05/19/14
My friend must wait for it to get OLD :) [NT] - cheezz - 8:34pm on 05/19/14

This seemed pretty soft after about 20 minutes of simmering. I'll taste it tomorrow. ;) [NT] - ErininNY - 1:21am on 05/19/14

Shouldn't be a problem - Earnie - 2:25am on 05/19/14
Update: blah. :( The temp seems way too high--the bottoms burned, top barely brown. - ErininNY - 12:38am on 05/22/14

I think you'd do better with the scones posted here...add rhubarb if you'd like. [NT] - cheezz - 3:46am on 05/22/14

26058. ISO ideas for a bite-sized apple dessert that can be made a day or two ahead. - Joe - 2:15am on 05/19/14 (12)

How about some apple tassies? Here is the recipe for Jodi's tartlet crust (more) [LINK] - LisainLA - 2:31am on 05/19/14

Apple Betty Squares - note the tweaks in the comments section [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:14pm on 05/20/14

These look promising, Apple Cinnamon Bars. [NT] [LINK] - Steve2 in LA - 3:53am on 05/19/14
I found this recipe right here on Search: Caramel Apple Bars [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:42am on 05/19/14

Here's a link to the source, along with a photo and a few reviews: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:44am on 05/19/14

Not a rec; but an idea... What about the mini artichoke tarts / quiches made w. apples? They are - barb_b - 12:11pm on 05/19/14

Ooops just realized you were specific w/ dessert. I guess a cold apple soup would be out! : ) [NT] - barb_b - 12:42pm on 05/19/14

My favorite kind of puzzle! I keep thinking of mini cheesecakes with an apple compote. [NT] - Traca - 2:43pm on 05/19/14
Cold apple soup is still a good idea, barb. You could scoop out some of the apples for bowls. [NT] - cheezz - 8:36pm on 05/19/14
Thank everyone. These are the kind of ideas I was looking for. I'll let you know what happens. [NT] - Joe - 3:35pm on 05/20/14
baked apple pie eggrolls [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:15pm on 05/20/14

apple pie cookies [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:16pm on 05/20/14

26059. Can anyone tell me anthing about this little device we just came [LINK] - orchid - 1:02pm on 05/19/14 (11)

Hey O, a coworker (super fit. super exerciser) has one of these and uses it daily. - MarilynFL - 1:29pm on 05/19/14

Do you have any idea when this came out? I don't think it's - orchid - 1:43pm on 05/19/14

Here's the background story. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:22pm on 05/19/14

Huh! Evidently being isolated from the rest of the world has nothing - orchid - 3:56pm on 05/19/14

this is the first time I've seen it. looks quite interesting. [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:47pm on 05/19/14

It would be great for kids. Kind of seems fool proof and kid friendly. [NT] - orchid - 7:02pm on 05/19/14

It's new to me Orchid. I don't remember seeing anything about it in a food magazine or even and ad - Curious1 - 6:11pm on 05/19/14

Ha! I didn't even think to look at the price. It is pricey! I have all [LINK] - orchid - 6:50pm on 05/19/14

Bonus perk: [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:17pm on 05/19/14

LOL! I remember that!!! I just read that to John and I can't even - orchid - 7:59pm on 05/19/14
Rolling here! Marilyn, I missed that the first time around so thanks for pointing me to that story - wigs - 6:20pm on 05/22/14

26060. Drat: This should be under Joe's Apple Dessert ideas [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:07pm on 05/19/14 (2)

Heads up Joe....I think this is for you and a great idea it is! [NT] - orchid - 1:27pm on 05/19/14

Thanks, Marilyn! [NT] - Joe - 5:47pm on 05/20/14

26061. NFR Update: Status on Andrew's brain injury � May 19th � Two months post-accident - MarilynFL - 2:44pm on 05/19/14 (4)

Thanks for the update and so great to hear his progress. He is young - orchid - 3:53pm on 05/19/14
Sending strength and hugs, he sounds really strong and determined. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 4:32pm on 05/19/14
Baby steps sometimes are giant leaps - and he sounds like he is doing it! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:49pm on 05/20/14
THe brain is amazing..... He clearly is a strong guy. Baby steps are moving forward.... [NT] - barb_b - 11:27pm on 05/21/14

26062. oli, guava paste on the way... - MarilynFL - 5:13pm on 05/19/14 (1)

Got it, thanks so very much. [NT] - oli - 3:24am on 05/25/14

26063. ISO Elenor; would you be willing to share your rec for the spaetzle, ham and alfredo sauce? [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 7:39pm on 05/19/14 (0)

26064. did anyone else order from the Spice House a few weeks ago? I still haven't received my package - AngAk1 - 9:20pm on 05/19/14 (14)

I'd give them a call to find out, they must have an 800 number - KarenNoCA - 11:15pm on 05/19/14
Last time I got an email when they did free shipping and said to bear with them because they - Melissa Dallas - 11:43pm on 05/19/14

thanks Melissa. my first order from them was so prompt, with free shipping. when I track it, it's - AngAk1 - 5:54pm on 05/20/14

so, I emailed them and got a reply today. they have my loyalty. they could not track my order past - AngAk1 - 11:15pm on 05/20/14

Nice folks. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:59pm on 05/20/14
Good customer service. What a concept! Well done, Spice House. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:04pm on 05/21/14

And quite a bit less expensive than their sibling, Penzeys. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:12pm on 05/21/14

Do people not realize Alaska is actually part of the U.S.? [NT] - cheezz - 3:47am on 05/22/14

Univ of FL told me my summer loans weren't valid because I was taking courses at Univ of New Mexico. - MarilynFL - 2:48pm on 05/22/14

OMG. My family is from New Mexico and we get that ALL THE TIME. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:16pm on 05/22/14

I could see thinking Los Angeles was a foreign country, but New Mexico?! [NT] - cheezz - 6:21pm on 05/22/14

now that's just scary. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:53pm on 05/22/14

you wouldn't believe how many companies have no idea that "contiguous" and "continental" are 2 very - AngAk1 - 7:02pm on 05/22/14

Don't blame you...ignorance can be maddening, unless they are willing to learn from it. [NT] - cheezz - 10:30pm on 05/24/14

26065. this chopped salad looks so good. the link was posted on Glutenfreegirl's site. [LINK] - AngAk1 - 10:56pm on 05/19/14 (4)

Very similar to this one that is my favorite [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 11:46pm on 05/19/14
Yes, it does sound good. What would you add to make it a meal? - orchid - 11:51pm on 05/19/14

probably just bread with all that's in the salad. mabe a baked sweet potato. sounds odd, but I - AngAk1 - 5:57pm on 05/20/14

Pretty!. Also similar to the Cuban "1905 Columbia Restaurant Salad" [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:38am on 05/20/14

26066. Dorie Greenspan's Strawberry Mousse Shortcake featured at Driscoll's Berries (scroll to bottom) [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:49am on 05/20/14 (14)

Gay, thank you! I totally want to make this. [NT] [IMAGE] - Traca - 1:47pm on 05/20/14
Getting a famous name doesn't mean the strawberries will have more taste. Or any. - MarilynFL - 2:54pm on 05/20/14

Like insipid tomatoes, I've had good luck roasting strawberries to boost flavor. That would work . - Traca - 3:36pm on 05/20/14
I finally found two growers at our local Farmer's Market who grow the strawberries that are red - KarenNoCA - 3:44pm on 05/20/14
The ones at WF's the other day were WONDERFUL... - MariaDNoCA - 5:43pm on 05/20/14

maybe this is a good spot to recommend the movie "Farmland". I saw it last night and it was great [LINK] - AngAk1 - 6:45pm on 05/20/14

Can you believe Netflix does not have this? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:08pm on 05/20/14

It was just released to theaters May 1. too new. but keep it in mind. or catch it locally if you - AngAk1 - 7:11pm on 05/20/14

Thanks for the recommend [NT] - orchid - 8:02pm on 05/20/14

I would have thought they would have it too - they always list movies before they are released [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:16pm on 05/20/14

This looks wonderful..! - MariaDNoCA - 8:01pm on 05/20/14
Can't find it in the DC area, congress must have outlawed it!!! Will have to wait for netflix. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 10:10pm on 05/20/14

you missed it! it played May 1 at Landmark theater. darn. [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:25pm on 05/20/14

looks like AZ, CO and TX have some showings in June. good new maybe that if it has played in all - AngAk1 - 10:29pm on 05/20/14

26067. Grilled pineapple sundaes! It might be worth setting my hair on fire for the 3rd time. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:22pm on 05/20/14 (2)

I love grilled pineapple! I grill it to make the pineapple-infused tequila in margahooties. [NT] - Traca - 6:49pm on 05/20/14

I haven't made pineapple tequila from grilled pineapple... - judy-mass - 10:09pm on 05/20/14

26068. Black Bean Burgers: awesome! [LINK] [IMAGE] - SallyBR - 9:07pm on 05/20/14 (22)

Sounds good! Here's my favorite recipe for black bean patties - you might want to check it out>>> [LINK] - Meryl - 9:56pm on 05/20/14
I'm going to love this recipe, thanks for posting. We have an - KarenNoCA - 11:09pm on 05/20/14
These have gotten raves wherever they're posted. Making them tomorrow! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:42am on 05/21/14
Thanks Sally. On the same page is a fabulous looking cake: Pistachio-Lemon Dacquoise [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:35am on 05/21/14

Speaking of lemon and pistachios.... [LINK] [IMAGE] - SallyBR - 1:34pm on 05/21/14

I'm gonna sell a kidney to buy some lemon & limes and make this soon! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:45pm on 05/21/14

Hmmmm...John got limes yesterday 4 for $1 and lemons 3 for 99 cents. [NT] - orchid - 2:57pm on 05/21/14

Where! I just paid $1.79 for two lemons and 0.99 for a lime. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:01pm on 05/21/14

It was Doris Italian Market but I think it's just a local store. I'll [LINK] - orchid - 3:26pm on 05/21/14

Aw, that's kind, O. But I'm fine. It just kills me that I live in a hot state and can't get cheap - MarilynFL - 4:21pm on 05/21/14

I was going to suggest that you check an asian market. There - orchid - 4:50pm on 05/21/14

what a great place! Doris had me with the Special Clam Bake. [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:54pm on 05/21/14

That's about what they cost here but meat is so much higher than in the ad for the store you linked - Curious1 - 4:37pm on 05/21/14

I check their add every week and take advantage of any sales. - orchid - 5:04pm on 05/21/14

Thanks for the review, I can think of only one recipe I've been disappointed with from FC. And that - Curious1 - 4:44pm on 05/21/14

I have a similar experience... - SallyBR - 9:04pm on 05/21/14

Made the burgers tonight. Excellent. A definite keeper! Thanksfor posting! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:43pm on 05/21/14

Picked up the cheese today...burgers this weekend. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:49pm on 05/22/14
Great that you enjoyed them! Hubby asked when I'm making them again... ;-0))) [NT] - SallyBR - 7:41pm on 05/22/14

Trying the Black Bean and Pepper Jack Burgers tonight , but on the grill - KarenNoCA - 11:12pm on 05/24/14

They worked great on the grill...I liked them but my meat eating husband did not care for them - KarenNoCA - 5:18pm on 05/25/14

Made these last night - Loved them! Thanks Sally! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:02pm on 05/28/14

26069. Long time, no see - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:37pm on 05/21/14 (17)

Oh so good to hear from you Amanda! I have thought about you - orchid - 7:56pm on 05/21/14
Hi Amanda! It's great to hear from you!The melon with ginger is great-let me know how it turns out! [NT] - Meryl - 8:57pm on 05/21/14
Always lovely to see you, Amanda. And wonderful to hear the great news!!!! [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:15pm on 05/21/14
great news Amanda! so nice to see you again. how's that not-baby-anymore? [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:36pm on 05/21/14
I've thought of you so often also. So nice to hear things are going well. I've also wondered how - Curious1 - 10:47pm on 05/21/14
I am sure Meryl's rec will be a hit! I am so happy to hear from you!! You've been missed! - barb_b - 11:24pm on 05/21/14
Oh, wow! Glad to hear you're doing well! :) Salad sounds delish. Have a wonderful summer! [NT] - ErininNY - 12:39am on 05/22/14
So happy you're doing well. I've missed you and thought of you often. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:58am on 05/22/14
Welcome back! Yes, post of pic of the 'not-baby' :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:50am on 05/22/14
So nice to hear from you and happy that all is well. [NT] - elaine - 4:07am on 05/22/14
So glad to hear from you - you've been missed! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:33am on 05/22/14
Oh, thank you all! Such a nice welcome back. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:13pm on 05/22/14
I'm delighted to hear you're doing so well! Yep, that cancer stuff is the pits! Been there, done - wigs - 6:10pm on 05/22/14

Wow--you have been through a lot. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:22pm on 05/23/14

Great to have you back with excellent news! [NT] - SallyBR - 7:41pm on 05/22/14
So happy you took the time to check in and let us know. Time is so precious. Welcome back [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:59pm on 05/22/14
Wonderful to hear your good news! [NT] - Lana in FL - 2:18am on 05/23/14

26070. How long can whipped cream be frozen and stay nice? - Anna_X - 2:12am on 05/22/14 (10)

I've held stiffly whipped cream in the freezer for a month with no problem. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:32am on 05/22/14
I've not used gelatin to stabilize, however I know it is a tip that I have saved in my foodie tips [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 2:29pm on 05/22/14

I've had mixed results with gelatin. Sometimes it gets weird and grainy and I have to start over. - cheezz - 6:20pm on 05/22/14

re: gelatin issues - Richard in Cincy - 9:12pm on 05/24/14

I had forgotten about the sheets! Thanks for the reminder...I know just where to buy them :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:27pm on 05/24/14

there's an Oetker product called Whip-It that works quite well. not sure how long though. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:05pm on 05/22/14

Sounds better than gelatin. I'll find it this weekend. Thanks! NT [NT] - Anna_X - 9:18pm on 05/22/14

maybe MARIA can tell us how long she's kept the dessert frozen? NT [NT] - Anna_X - 9:18pm on 05/22/14

Oh you don't need to stablize before freezing... - MariaDNoCA - 7:49am on 05/23/14

I find that icing sugar (with the cornstarch) helps it to last longer. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:57pm on 05/22/14

26071. Cuisinart Food Processor on sale [LINK] - Pam - 2:32pm on 05/22/14 (4)

Link doesn't seem to work [NT] - Pam - 2:33pm on 05/22/14

I fixed your link. :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:06pm on 05/22/14

Thanks. I wasn't sure how to. [NT] - Pam - 6:24pm on 05/22/14

I have loved my KA food processor. Here is a larger - Charley - 12:51pm on 05/23/14

26072. memorial weekend coming up - janew22 - 6:27pm on 05/22/14 (3)

Can you be a little more specific as to what you're hosting, how many, ages - Melissa Dallas - 11:17pm on 05/22/14
One of my favorites for Memorial or the 4th is Fruit Pizza [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:41am on 05/23/14
for this first big long weekend of grilling, we tend to like traditional items. later in the season - AngAk1 - 7:47pm on 05/23/14

26073. I've a question for y'all about your baking powder and baking soda. I recently heard Carla Hall say - Curious1 - 7:57pm on 05/22/14 (9)

I think we had this question come up a few years ago. The answers surprised me. I just don't - Marg CDN2 - 10:49pm on 05/22/14

AHAH! I found it. [NT] [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 10:55pm on 05/22/14
SAme with me. I do keep the unopened baking powder and baking soda packets in the fridge [NT] - elaine - 6:38am on 05/23/14

I make sure I test them every so often. Once I bought my usual brand of baking powder with - Meryl - 10:56pm on 05/22/14
If you live in a humid area, you will need to replace BP more often, or use it more quickly. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 12:41am on 05/23/14
I tend to bake a lot but I still buy these things in the smallest size package I - Barbara in VA - 4:45pm on 05/23/14
Thanks for bringing this up. I was just about to make a Clementine Cake for dessert tomorrow nighta - Janet in NC - 6:42pm on 05/23/14

Clementine cake! Just watched [Walter] Mitty bribe Afghanistan warloads with Mom's clementine cake. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:00am on 05/24/14
I'm glad I could help, lol. Still confused by different results. I'm wondering if some of the - Curious1 - 2:36am on 05/24/14

26074. Rec: Chicken Scaloppine with Peperonata from Cooking Light Magazine. Easy and quite good. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 8:04pm on 05/22/14 (0)

26075. While I'm asking questions, anyone watched this or have knowledge of it? Great price through 6/05. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 8:14pm on 05/22/14 (0)

26076. Very inexpensive silicone candy mold - I just ordered my second [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 9:10pm on 05/22/14 (2)

Ooh, pretty! Must. Not. Feed. Addiction. To. Baking. Pans! [NT] - Lana in FL - 2:15am on 05/23/14
deb, how sturdy are these? The videos I've watched of professional chocolatiers show them whacking - MarilynFL - 11:58pm on 05/23/14

26077. I'm hoping Michael in Phoenix is safe and far from fire. We have several severe fires up here and - AngAk1 - 1:20am on 05/23/14 (3)

Michael, check in! [NT] - Meryl - 1:55am on 05/23/14
We donated Gatorade and snacks or the firefighters. Local air taxi flew it over for free.Love [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:22am on 05/23/14
We are far away from the fire. It is near Sedona, which is a couple of hours north of us. - Michael in Phoenix - 2:19pm on 05/23/14

26078. Oven Glazed Caribbean Chicken. Tonight I made this again. I cut down the sugar and salt, [LINK] - Meryl - 2:08am on 05/23/14 (5)

Thanks for the tweaks [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:24am on 05/23/14
Looks good. I will try it with chicken pieces next week. [NT] - elaine - 6:41am on 05/23/14
If you please, how much did you reduce the sugar by? And. . . - mistral - 5:06pm on 05/23/14

I used 3 Tbsp instead of 1/3 cup, used oil instead of butter in the glaze, instant espresso instead - Meryl - 11:00pm on 05/23/14

Found it on Search with my changes noted: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 11:06pm on 05/23/14

26079. Fairly creepy Harold McGee article about salt-rising bread. [NT] [LINK] - Lana in FL - 2:20am on 05/23/14 (3)

No how, no way. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:24pm on 05/23/14

For sure, everyway! . . . - mistral - 4:54pm on 05/23/14

Really. Who are these people willing to do that? Like the first person to eat geoduck. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:48pm on 05/23/14

26080. Hi, my name is Sally and I was forced to trash a batch of cookies... - SallyBR - 2:48pm on 05/23/14 (21)

Wow. This enquring mind needs more information, please: . . . - mistral - 4:43pm on 05/23/14

This is the recipe... [LINK] - SallyBR - 5:53pm on 05/23/14

I sure can't get to the link [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:40pm on 05/23/14

me either, even using Google. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:02pm on 05/23/14

Dear Sally, I can see the problem immediately. You weren't lazy like me... - MarilynFL - 8:12pm on 05/23/14

Sounds scrumptious! I should have done that instead.... (more) - SallyBR - 8:29pm on 05/23/14

Ang, my link took forever, but it finally landed. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:19pm on 05/23/14

That's weird cause I can. hmmm [NT] - orchid - 8:11pm on 05/23/14

Their site can be a little iffy.... sometimes it won't open for me but... - SallyBR - 8:26pm on 05/23/14

Yes, I could open it with FF. Looks good! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:11pm on 05/23/14

No sweetness? Did you forget some or a large portion of the sugar? Self rising flour. . . - mistral - 3:58am on 05/24/14

I agree that it is very puzzling.... - SallyBR - 12:09pm on 05/24/14

I think self rising flour does have that metallic taste, even - Charley - 10:19am on 05/24/14

Some lessons are painful to learn... aren't they? (more) - SallyBR - 12:11pm on 05/24/14

There are several recipes for brownies and cookies using self-rising flour. I wonder if it's the - Curious1 - 5:11pm on 05/24/14

As far as leavening agent goes... - SallyBR - 5:42pm on 05/24/14

I baked with some old flour and...ick - MariaDNoCA - 6:18pm on 05/24/14

The universe conspires.... - SallyBR - 6:27pm on 05/24/14

NAILED IT! [LINK] [IMAGE] - SallyBR - 6:37pm on 05/24/14

You are NOT a lousy baker! - MariaDNoCA - 7:40pm on 05/24/14

Oh, gosh... had not seen it! (more) - SallyBR - 10:13pm on 05/24/14

26081. Meryl, the melons with ginger syrup was FABULOUS. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:19pm on 05/23/14 (1)

Yay! I'm so glad it was a hit! [NT] - Meryl - 8:55pm on 05/23/14

26082. Green Goddess Chicken Salad (from Food & Wine, 2009) [LINK] - MarilynFL - 8:31pm on 05/23/14 (1)

Sounds wonderful. Piquillo peppers are just fancy pimentos. You can sub any roasted red pepper. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:33pm on 05/26/14

26083. New neighbors moving in today -- what food item should I make to bring over? - MariaDNoCA - 9:08pm on 05/23/14 (14)

You are so kind! I think anything will be so well rec'd. Chocolate chip cookies and - barb_b - 9:32pm on 05/23/14
I usually put together a basket with homemade jam, muffins or scones or something like that. [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:08pm on 05/23/14

Oooooh...wish I was moving in next door to you :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:12pm on 05/24/14

Quick breads, brownies, or cookies. [NT] - Meryl - 10:25pm on 05/23/14
New Neighbors... - sjs1952 - 3:22pm on 05/24/14

Amen sister. Good choice. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:19pm on 05/24/14
Had decided on muffins, then for shame, I was lazy this am. CCCookies it is! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:22pm on 05/24/14
Lots of kids have allergies to nuts, so I'd make half the batch with out nuts - KarenNoCA - 6:34pm on 05/24/14

No nuts - I always err on the side of safety, plus don't want to go to the store. :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:38pm on 05/24/14

I wish more folks were like you Maria! Our daughter has a nut allergy and when she was in grammar - KarenNoCA - 11:26pm on 05/24/14

A friend has 2 kids severely allergic. Nuts have never ever touched my KA bowl I'm so careful. - MariaDNoCA - 12:11am on 05/25/14

No, I did not know that.....will let her know, just so she knows too. She has lived with it for so - KarenNoCA - 5:28pm on 05/25/14

Does she still have the allergy? I understand they outgrow them sometimes. [NT] - Traca - 1:39pm on 05/25/14

I think so because there are walnut trees on her property and she has to be very careful when - KarenNoCA - 5:26pm on 05/25/14

26084. Southern Living June 2014 - Cover Recipe [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:01am on 05/24/14 (1)

Recipe For Pie - This sounds delicious Honey Balsamic Blueberry Pie [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:03am on 05/24/14

26085. This also looks so tempting..Adrienne Blumenthal's Blackberry Balsamic Pie [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:10am on 05/24/14 (1)

that sounds amazing! [NT] - michelle - 10:31pm on 05/30/14

26086. Cannot leave out Strawberries - from Blog Cooking for Keeps - Strawberry Balsamic Basil Pie [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:25am on 05/24/14 (0)

26087. Just tried a new Ben & Jerry's flavor, "Peanut Butter World." - Milk Chocolate Ice Cream with [LINK] - Meryl - 11:48pm on 05/24/14 (8)

"Chocolate Therapy" [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 11:55pm on 05/24/14

Now how did I know chocolate would be your favorite? My fav is Coffee Heathbar Crunch - MariaDNoCA - 12:09am on 05/25/14

I'll go 'ya one better. Coffee Heathbar Crunch with hot fudge or Macic Shell with chopped toffee bat [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:16pm on 05/25/14

Magic Shelll, that is... [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:17pm on 05/25/14
Add a sliced banana, nuts, whipped cream and a cherry and I'll join ya :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:10am on 05/26/14
OH GAWD! BTW, they musta lost their contract with Heath bars... - MariaDNoCA - 3:11am on 05/26/14

I read this the other day - they're now using Fairtrade Certified and non-GMO ingredients, so [LINK] - Meryl - 3:40am on 05/26/14

Because it was late I didn't eat any of the toffee - sounds like I dodged a bullet full of bad. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:07am on 05/26/14

26088. Has anyone watched Martha Bakes and tried any of her recipes? [NT] - oli - 3:27am on 05/25/14 (1)

watched yes, tried no - cyalexa2 - 12:59pm on 05/25/14

26089. I die to make this--REC: Chocolate Cheesecake...please save me from myself.... [NT] [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 4:44pm on 05/25/14 (1)

Lol, shame on you Barbara! I may make this for my dd's birthday. She always wants cheesecake. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:31pm on 05/25/14

26090. Chicken question please. I bought a fresh, frozen chicken from the farm yesterday... - Barbara in VA - 4:46pm on 05/25/14 (7)

Yes, you can wrap in plastic, then put into freezer bags. I also save all the backbones this way - KarenNoCA - 5:23pm on 05/25/14
Like Karen, I also collect in the freezer then make stock - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:55pm on 05/25/14

That is a great idea Cathy. Does your combo bone stock work well - KarenNoCA - 6:09pm on 05/25/14

I get your method, Karen- I freeze on cookie sheets then put in the bag - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:17pm on 05/25/14

Ok Cathy, going to try your method, after all, why waste any bone? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:54pm on 05/25/14
You can also collect leftover veggies in the freezer to add to stock. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:09am on 05/26/14

Thank you, thank you all!! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 12:42am on 05/26/14

26091. Can we start a thread on favorite bread recipes? Wild or reg yeast... - MariaDNoCA - 7:02pm on 05/25/14 (27)

REC: Tartine's Country Bread [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:23pm on 05/25/14

I second this. - cyalexa2 - 1:19am on 05/26/14

Black Olive Sourdough [NT] [LINK] - SallyBR - 9:53pm on 05/25/14
Pain de Campagne [NT] [LINK] - SallyBR - 9:56pm on 05/25/14

Polenta Crust Tomato Loaf [NT] [LINK] - SallyBR - 9:57pm on 05/25/14

REC: 3 Seed Bread... - charlie - 12:31am on 05/26/14
REC; County Fair Bread...This makes a big beautiful easy to form loaf from James Beard... - charlie - 12:54am on 05/26/14

Is active dry yeast different from rapid rise? Does yeast brand make a difference? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:57pm on 05/26/14

Yes, rapid rise is a modified strain.... - SallyBR - 5:06pm on 05/26/14

Do you have a favorite brand? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:35pm on 05/27/14

I like Red Star..... [NT] - SallyBR - 1:24am on 05/28/14

Feta, Parmesan & Scallion Rolls [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 3:23am on 05/26/14

Joe's fig rye [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 12:13pm on 05/26/14

The Outback Steakhouse bread always works well for me. Nice color [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 5:46am on 05/26/14
Dawn_MO's English Muffin Bread (love this toasted) [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 9:30pm on 05/27/14
Cheese Board's Cornmeal Oat Molasses Bread [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 9:46pm on 05/27/14
Steve? Joe? No favorites to add? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:07pm on 05/27/14

Richard??? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:25pm on 05/27/14
I'm particularly fond of the Wild Rice & Onion Bread from Brother Juniper�s Bread Book. - Steve2 in LA - 1:54am on 05/28/14

As well as this recipe for Cornmeal Bread. Can't be beat for toast! - Steve2 in LA - 1:58am on 05/28/14

I'd also vote for Joe's Sourdough Rye but you need his starter to really make it work. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 1:59am on 05/28/14

What's in his starter? I do also have an all rye starter going too. Is it all rye? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:42am on 05/28/14

Just regular soutdough starter--no rye in the starter, and not even so much rye in the bread [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 4:12am on 05/29/14

Besides the fig bread and the sourdough rye, I mainly make Julia's French bread from - Joe - 4:17am on 05/29/14

And I love this fresh sage focaccia. When I cater a party, I roll it out before leaving home and let - Joe - 2:07am on 05/30/14

thanks! I have some fresh sage growing in the Aerogarden and doing quite well. needed more ideas [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:21pm on 05/30/14

This no-knead cranberry bread is a winner! [NT] [LINK] - MoNJ - 12:09pm on 06/16/14

26092. Ground Beef Recall!! Just received this via USDA email last night and didn't read it until now. [LINK] - FloriSandy - 2:54am on 05/26/14 (0)

26093. Nfr: huge fire near our cabin. Artwork and photos are gathered. Ready to evacuate if needed.j [LINK] - AngAk1 - 5:41am on 05/26/14 (27)

If all is clear tomorrow I'm baking the biggest batch of cookies for the firefighters [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:42am on 05/26/14
Dang! I'm not very good at it but I've got my raindance goin' on! Good Luck [NT] - orchid - 11:29am on 05/26/14
good luck to you and the animals - cyalexa2 - 12:13pm on 05/26/14
Hope it doesn't come to that! Thoughts and prayers are with you all [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:39pm on 05/26/14
Ang, I thought of you this morning when I heard this on the news. I hope it goes - Barbara in VA - 4:27pm on 05/26/14
Keeping good thoughts for you, Angie. Anxious to hear how it is this morning. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:41pm on 05/26/14
Thoughts, prayers, anti-fire vibes sent and a round of rain for all of us! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:52pm on 05/26/14
Positive thoughts for everyone. We had Alaskan fire fighters here in 1998 - MarilynFL - 6:12pm on 05/26/14
I just read about this and wondered if it was affecting you. I hope all goes well for you. [NT] - Lana in FL - 6:16pm on 05/26/14
Prayers for you and all those out there fighting this! [NT] - Music City Missy - 1:31am on 05/27/14
Thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let us know if all is clear. Smooches to you!!! [NT] - Marianne - 2:20am on 05/27/14
How horrible--sending good vibes. :( Take care! [NT] - ErininNY - 2:28am on 05/27/14
I hope all will be well. Thinking of you. [NT] - elaine - 4:27am on 05/27/14
Ang...next day...are you okay?? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:46pm on 05/27/14

Asking here too. Checked news, sounds bad. Doing voodoo rain dance. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:12pm on 05/27/14

Keep it up!! We need more rain. Lots. Thanks [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:23pm on 05/27/14

The link that Angie provided has updated news about owners being - orchid - 7:28pm on 05/27/14

Orchid. The evac was everyone across the Kenai river from us. If the fire had crossed the river we - AngAk1 - 8:22pm on 05/27/14

Oh, so glad to hear! [NT] - orchid - 8:43pm on 05/27/14
I'm so glad you're ok [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:25pm on 05/27/14

Mary, God bless your CDN tanker planes. Flying in circles over us scooping water then dumping [IMAGE] - AngAk1 - 8:03pm on 05/27/14

That would be Marg! Darn autocorrect [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:04pm on 05/27/14
Good map at link. Expand it and you can find where ER are and then scroll down to where the fire [LINK] - AngAk1 - 8:15pm on 05/27/14

Where WE are. Dang it [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:16pm on 05/27/14
Ang, so glad you and your property are safe. Have been thinking of you. We had more than 6 inches - Curious1 - 2:41am on 05/28/14

Chuckling...I was expecting to see a plane sporting a maple leaf, but sweet bars work too!! - Marg CDN2 - 4:44am on 05/28/14

oh MY! I'm late to the game -- just checking in now. SO glad all is ok Angie!!! [NT] - cheezz - 2:48am on 05/28/14

26094. Just made these fabulous buttermilk biscuits from Southern Living [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 3:44pm on 05/26/14 (7)

Look great. I have buttermilk that I didn't use for a cake - will make these Fri. night. [NT] - elaine - 4:33am on 05/27/14
Deb these look so good and sound easy enough. I have never been successful at biscuits. I used - Barbara in VA - 12:46pm on 05/28/14

If you do - let me know how they turn out for you:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:30pm on 05/28/14

I topped some w/ turbino sugar before baking - those were for strawberry shortcakes! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:31pm on 05/28/14

Deb, this is the shortcake REC my mom always made and is still my favorite after all these yrs! [LINK] - wigs - 8:57pm on 05/28/14

Thanks Wigs! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:28pm on 05/28/14

the "pickle buscuits" sound very interesting---served with ham tucked inside. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:33pm on 05/28/14

26095. MariaD, saw this recipe & thought of you: Chocolate-cinnamon Gelato wtih Toffee Bits [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:03pm on 05/26/14 (1)

Sounds yummy - wish there was rm in my freezer for that ice cream bowl! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:08pm on 05/26/14