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

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

25500. Cheap wine find. Walmart Lucky Duck Cabernet from Chile. Bought for mulled wine. 4.99 here - AngAk1 - 5:14am on 12/23/13 (8)

Sandy will be proud of you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:01pm on 12/23/13

LOL! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:39pm on 12/23/13

I haven't tried the other varieties of wine, but some pretty good reviews. I tried a cheap Oak Leaf - AngAk1 - 7:59pm on 12/23/13

I am Mar! I'm singing "I'm a lucky duck"... - FloriSandy - 3:37am on 12/24/13

REC: Mulled Lemon 'N Spice Rose'. Wonderful cold-weather drink! - Marianne - 4:01pm on 12/23/13

yum. it must smell wonderful too. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:40pm on 12/23/13

Ang, you really got my curiosity up. Found Lucky Duck Cab from Chile at local WalMart this - Marianne - 11:50pm on 12/23/13

great! I will have to try one at a time. very "sippable" indeed. made great mulled wine [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:12am on 12/24/13

25501. 2 batches of cayenne nut brittle cooling. 3 pumpkin crumb cakes wrapped. Sound of Music playing [LINK] - AngAk1 - 5:51am on 12/23/13 (21)

Aww, sounds wonderful...my weekend six, the BakeFest Marathon 2013 edition - MariaDNoCA - 6:05am on 12/23/13

wow. my legs ached just reading your marathon. I love the star pressed into the - AngAk1 - 7:57pm on 12/23/13

I pressed the star in before, but it could be done after as well, also sugared again out of the oven [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:40pm on 12/23/13

Oh Maria!! What a memory re: Sound of Music. If it helps... I always think of "Maria, I just - barb_b - 8:39pm on 12/23/13

Oh I got West Side Story too --- I was a shy kid and folks bursting into song freaked me out. - MariaDNoCA - 8:54pm on 12/23/13

OK, beat this: I was in college when the Stones "Angie" was popular. couldn't escape it. [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:10am on 12/24/13

And I was always "plain Jane" or "where's Dick, Jane?" [NT] - cheezz - 3:17am on 12/24/13

That's better than run around sue! [NT] - SusanKentfieldCa - 10:14pm on 12/24/13

LOL [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:28pm on 12/24/13
HA! Got me there :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:48pm on 12/25/13

Uh huh. I can relate. My boyfriend in high school was called "Cathy's Clown". Sigh. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:56pm on 12/24/13

I guess I got lucky with Allman Brother's Sweet Melissa. Manilow sang about sweet Melissa too. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:50pm on 12/24/13

I always got the Beach Boys "Barbara Ann" growing up...... [NT] - Barbara in VA - 5:08pm on 12/24/13

OK. Talk about tunes that get stuck in the head. Now I have that one. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:00pm on 12/24/13

LOL!!! Sorry Marg.... [NT] - Barbara in VA - 6:50pm on 12/24/13

I like to watch old Christmas movies while baking Christmas Cookies. Love The Bishop's Wife with - Barbara in VA - 3:32pm on 12/23/13

I love the remake with Whitney Houston's beautiful voice, too [NT] - cheezz - 3:17am on 12/24/13

this was a good remake. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:45pm on 12/24/13

...and a partridge in a pear tree :) [NT] - cheezz - 8:35pm on 12/23/13
I got either the state song of Maryland or this sentence: "Wait. Don't tell me! I know your... - MarilynFL - 6:20pm on 12/24/13

hmmmmm, reminds me of a Seinfeld episode. . . . [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:46pm on 12/24/13

25502. REC: Chestnut Honey Squares - Richard in Cincy - 4:08pm on 12/23/13 (3)

Richard, you amaze me. with your arsenal of T&T goodies, you try yet another new one. [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:02pm on 12/23/13
YUM!! I can't wait to try these!! Thank you Richard. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 2:59pm on 12/24/13
Looks delicious. And yes, I did look up the readers' comments on the article - Joe - 7:19pm on 12/24/13

25503. Wow! Not just your normal piano piece!! Merry Christmas all :) [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 8:35pm on 12/23/13 (2)

Yes WOW! What fun...thanks cheezz [NT] - orchid - 8:41pm on 12/23/13
How brilliant! I must get my piano tuned. I wonder if they are available tonight. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:56pm on 12/24/13

25504. ! Can someone help me adjust this recipe or see if this pan will fit so I can make 4 Xmas? - MariaDNoCA - 9:04pm on 12/23/13 (8)

Cathy, I'm not sure how tall your pan is for the Raspberry Swirl Cheescake - 9x4? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:05pm on 12/23/13
This 10" version from Martha is close to your recipe. You can also add a [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:15pm on 12/23/13

Thanks Marilyn, I do have a fav plain cheesecake, but all the goodies in this makes the cake... - MariaDNoCA - 10:39pm on 12/23/13

Maria, this site says a 10" pans hold 2 cups more than 9". I gave the Martha recipe because it [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:25am on 12/24/13

Oh...now I know what you mean (duh!) ok, thanks! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:19am on 12/24/13

However, at the 11th hr I hear we now have someone with a dairy allergy. So may have to rethink. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:20am on 12/24/13

Maria, I hope you made it and used your 10" pan. Too much for a 9" unless it is 9"X4" - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:17pm on 12/24/13

Throwing caution to the wind and making 1/2 rec...it worked! [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 8:06pm on 12/24/13

25505. Happy Holidays and a Crisco request... - Carianna in WA - 12:22am on 12/24/13 (9)

Half shortening/half butter makes nice chewy chocolate chip cookies - Melissa Dallas - 1:18am on 12/24/13
My hubby prefers oatmeal cookies made with Crisco: [LINK] - cheezz - 3:22am on 12/24/13
I did a search here on "cookies,Crisco" and came up with LOTS!! >>> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 3:24am on 12/24/13
Not a cookie, but the Good-for-Almost-Everything Pie Dough in T&T uses 1/2 n 1/2 - MariaDNoCA - 3:26am on 12/24/13
Ha! I also had a funny story re: Crisco.. Years ago, I found a rec on Gails for Lemon cookies - barb_b - 12:19pm on 12/24/13

Well, I thought I found it; Sorry! I must have looked for it before. [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 12:30pm on 12/24/13

I vote for pie crust too. I make Julia's and it uses 1/4C shortening for a double crust pie. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 2:57pm on 12/24/13
fried chicken? [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:49pm on 12/24/13

Good idea. I used to make Crisco's fried chicken recipe & did it with my electric skillet. - Melissa Dallas - 10:41pm on 12/24/13

25506. Rec: Sticky Toffee Pudding Timbales with Caramel Sauce from Flo Braker. Frm when Pat/I took a class - MariaDNoCA - 6:54am on 12/24/13 (0)

25507. Merry Christmas to all! Enjoy all the blessings of the season. [NT] - Sylvia - 1:04pm on 12/24/13 (15)

Thanks, Sylvia, and my best 2 you & yours, too, as well as all who post here. [NT] - wigs - 3:39pm on 12/24/13
Merry Christmas Sylvia! I was thinking of you when I made the Almond Acorns... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:51pm on 12/24/13

Thank you Michael. Blessiungs to you and yours. [NT] - Sylvia - 6:05pm on 12/24/13

Ugh! Note to self: Read before hitting return! [NT] - Sylvia - 6:07pm on 12/24/13

Sylvia, are you safely out of range of the ice storm??? So dreadful. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:51pm on 12/24/13

Marg, it was Toronto and suburbs which got hit badly. Ottawa missed the worst of the storm. TFA. [NT] - Sylvia - 6:05pm on 12/24/13
I'm in Mi and we were hit hard by ice, going on 4 days without power or internet - deb-in-MI - 10:38pm on 12/24/13

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate:). I am so happy for my neighbors who can now have a warm house - deb-in-MI - 10:43pm on 12/24/13
Yay! [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:37am on 12/26/13

blessings to you Sylvia and Ian. it's almost Christmas where Eva lives---where has she been? missed [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:52pm on 12/24/13
Blessings. Stay warm and safe, my friends. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:54pm on 12/24/13

Merry Christmas to All. [NT] - emtd - 9:00pm on 12/24/13

Merry Christmas from Texas Y'all! I'm done already & will enjoy tomorrow sipping wine - Melissa Dallas - 11:56pm on 12/24/13
Merry Christmas everyone! Every time a bell rings one of my angels here gets their wings! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:12am on 12/25/13
Buon Natale a tutti! [NT] - Marianne - 6:48am on 12/26/13

25508. first holiday goodie disappointment: pretzel caramel marshmallow thingies. they would have been - AngAk1 - 7:56pm on 12/24/13 (4)

They sound so adorable! I would suggest holding off trashing. Could be your taste buds - barb_b - 8:39pm on 12/24/13

next time I'll use plain small twists--the squares were the "butter" flavored and thus the problem [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:56pm on 12/24/13

Just because you have discerning taste does't mean all do. Everyone will probably love them. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:52pm on 12/24/13

Ang, I think you need to add that to your name: Angie S, Discerning Taste Maven. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:18pm on 12/28/13

25509. I just found this great site for free Kindle books, and not just classics. [LINK] - AngAk1 - 9:41pm on 12/24/13 (7)

AngAK1--your post is exceptionally timely! DH just had an out-patient sinus cavity cleaning-out - wigs - 1:26pm on 12/25/13

Wigs - I hope Paul feels better and regains his sense of taste / smell. I would never have thought - barb_b - 7:57pm on 12/25/13
Another good entertaining tip. I have been watching tons of stuff on You Tube lately. Documentaries, - Traca - 12:54am on 12/26/13
Gosh.Wigs, what an ordeal. Glad I could help out just a little. Take care, you two [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:44am on 12/26/13
Take care Wigs, hope Paul is feeling better. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:41am on 12/26/13

Thanks for all your kind words and suggestions! I'll be sure to pass everything along 2 Paul. - wigs - 8:48pm on 12/26/13

Just read this: Best wishes to Paul for a full recovery. You rest up too! [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:54pm on 12/26/13

25510. REC: Gingerbread with Milk Chocolate Chunks from Alice Medrich - MariaDNoCA - 9:53pm on 12/24/13 (0)

25511. Merry Christmas everyone! John and I had our Christmas fixings [LINK] - orchid - 12:38am on 12/25/13 (3)

This sounds delicious, orchid....so glad you posted it! [NT] - wigs - 7:14pm on 12/27/13

Thank you and you're welcome. I was just wondering if anyone - orchid - 10:34pm on 12/27/13

I'm making a poblano chicken tonight that sounds like it has the same sauce. LOVE it! - cheezz - 11:11pm on 12/27/13

25512. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays - Earnie - 4:00am on 12/25/13 (1)

Same to you Earnie. Enjoy the leftovers! [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:50am on 12/26/13

25513. Must share this appetizer: Avocado-CIlantro Mousse [LINK] - SallyBR - 1:45pm on 12/25/13 (2)

Looks delicious! Thanks Sally! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:15pm on 12/25/13
Might just be the something green for prosperity on New Years thanks [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:54am on 12/26/13

25514. REC: Richard Sax' Crinkly Baked Pears. This was perfect for Christmas Eve. [IMAGE] - Joe - 6:47pm on 12/25/13 (16)

Another simple recipe that we loved: Nadia's Linguine with Clams. [LINK] - Joe - 6:59pm on 12/25/13

I bet that jalapeno added a nice kick. Love that idea. [NT] - Traca - 12:38am on 12/26/13

I've made the pears, Joe- so tasty. And a report on Julia's French Onion Soup [LINK] - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:21am on 12/26/13

And the bones and veggies after roasting [NT] [IMAGE] - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:44am on 12/26/13
And then into the pot it all goes [NT] [IMAGE] - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:02am on 12/26/13

Joe, I made your orange, avocado mixed green salad to go with a sausage and shrimp jambalaya. It [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:34pm on 12/26/13

Joe, sounds like this might be ready to post in T&T [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:38pm on 12/26/13

Done. Thanks, Ang. [NT] - Joe - 8:32pm on 12/26/13

Good to hear! The walnut oil does add a layer of flavor but I'm sure it was good without. [NT] - Joe - 8:28pm on 12/26/13

Having lunch at Nordstrom and putting walnut oil on my list :) [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:22pm on 12/29/13

And if you don't have hazelnut, bes [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:42pm on 12/29/13

wow, where did that go? Be sure to add hazelnut. It is magical [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:43pm on 12/29/13

Scored on Spectrum Walnut oil at Whole Foods for $3! The Whole Deal has a coupon for $3 off and it - Curious1 - 5:10pm on 12/30/13

will they fly me to Seattle to shop there? no Whole Foods anywhere in state. sad [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:52pm on 12/30/13

Sorry Ang, I should have realized. I think I was mislead by mention of Nordstrom. first one I came - Curious1 - 3:32am on 12/31/13

we have a smaller scale Nordstrom in downtown Anchorage and it is always hopping busy. who knew?! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:43pm on 12/31/13

25515. This was a huge hit on Christmas eve Rec: posted by Traca and Meryl Frozen Chocolate Mousse [LINK] - barb_b - 7:24pm on 12/25/13 (2)

And here is a link to Traca's blog re: the mousse... Can I just say...YUM! [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 7:47pm on 12/25/13
Meryl deserves all the credit for discovering that recipe. Restaurant quality, indeed! So good. :) [NT] - Traca - 6:09pm on 12/28/13

25516. And this was a huge hit on Christmas Morning... Rec posted by Maria for Ham and cheese brunch [LINK] - barb_b - 7:39pm on 12/25/13 (1)

I know - isn't it good? We used the frozen hashbrowns from TJ's. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:28am on 01/19/14

25517. Hope everyone is having a great Christmas day. I'm pretty excited - orchid - 9:16pm on 12/25/13 (10)

Small, quiet, But Very Good - Earnie - 3:51am on 12/26/13

Let me know how he likes the iPad air. DH is looking for something new, but I think he might - AngAk1 - 6:11am on 12/26/13

Ang, I expect - Earnie - 8:51pm on 12/26/13

We've done several of these kind of couples classes. Fun "date" night [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:08am on 12/26/13

A bit of drama---guests came 1 1/2 hours early. I hadn't even showered yet. Miscommunication - AngAk1 - 6:21am on 12/26/13

Under the circumstances, it was big of you not to use the beater/scraper on your husband. [NT] - Joe - 4:55pm on 12/26/13

No kidding. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:05pm on 12/26/13
these words came out of his mouth "what's the big deal, they're just our friends". hopeless. but - AngAk1 - 7:49pm on 12/26/13

Why can't they be trained to say, "You're right. I'm sorry. What can I do to help?" [NT] - Joe - 2:13am on 12/28/13

And God bless them, every one.....meaning all the DHs. I got a good chuckle and kudos - wigs - 7:53pm on 12/26/13

25518. ISO Traca: regarding your blog - SallyBR - 2:20pm on 12/26/13 (6)

You could use an RSS reader, I recommend InoReader -identical to the old Google one > [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 3:57pm on 12/26/13

I use Newsblur, I will see if I can add manually a new site to subscribe to� [NT] - SallyBR - 4:36pm on 12/26/13

It should have a subscribe to link box, then paste the site link in, to add it manually [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:26pm on 12/26/13

I did that, and hope it will work�. (more) - SallyBR - 2:01am on 12/27/13

...and I've always added them manually to my feed - go figure! lol! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:48am on 12/27/13

How nice of you to ask. I had a sign up on there, then the company went bust. Over the - Traca - 4:05pm on 12/28/13

25519. SIL brought this Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus and it was oh so good [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 4:11pm on 12/26/13 (5)

These look fantastic. I'll have to try them with our family. I did Pioneer Woman's... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:36pm on 12/26/13

I made a version last night that were gobbled up. Had cheddar and cajun seasoning added to the - Curious1 - 6:25pm on 12/26/13

Pioneer Woman's recipe says to cook at 375 for twenty minutes, and no longer. - Michael in Phoenix - 5:35am on 01/02/14

Thanks Michael! I cooked the test batch too long and the jalapenos were overcooked. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:31pm on 01/02/14
Made some more tonight using your temp, timing and a quick broil. Perfect! Thanks Michael. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:02am on 01/03/14

25520. NFR: "It ain't aways the software, folks." Removing a stuck disk from an Apple Macbook Pro - MarilynFL - 9:17pm on 12/26/13 (3)

I love you. I do have a MacBookPro [NT] - SallyBR - 1:47am on 12/27/13

and I've suffered through this a few times�. :-) [NT] - SallyBR - 1:50am on 12/27/13

Marilyn, U have the most interesting things happen 2 U. Another case of hi humidity perhaps? lol [NT] - wigs - 7:08pm on 12/27/13

25521. More like a pizza than a traditional pie, this Rustic Chocolate Pie tasted great & filled my need to [LINK] - wigs - 9:18pm on 12/26/13 (3)

Sounds terrific. I may be needing a novel dessert for New Year's Eve. [NT] - Joe - 2:25am on 12/27/13
Not only was it easy to make, but it also used up egg whites. I always seem to have a surplus of - wigs - 6:58pm on 12/27/13

But it only calls for two egg whites. What did you do with the other 22? [NT] - Joe - 2:51am on 12/28/13

25522. These Argo Cornstarch chocolate shortbread cookies were really good, quick& easy [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 11:02pm on 12/26/13 (3)

What cute cookie faces! Am printing REC off now. Thanks, Melissa! [NT] - wigs - 7:01pm on 12/27/13

I didn't make the faces, but I used a 3.5 oz bar of the import chocolate from Aldi - Melissa Dallas - 2:08pm on 12/28/13

Ha! That could be your signature. [NT] - AngAk1 - 4:52am on 12/29/13

25523. Does anyone else have a super beef barley soup cooking today? - AngAk1 - 4:42am on 12/27/13 (10)

Soup! - sjs1952 - 5:05pm on 12/27/13

your soup sounds hearty and most certainly theraputic---how lucky is your neighbor! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:25pm on 12/27/13

No, but you make me wish I did! [NT] - Curious1 - 6:20pm on 12/27/13
I was just telling someone that I am craving beef barley soup. Yum! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 8:31pm on 12/27/13
Not today, but last week I did! It hit the spot. [NT] - SusanKentfieldCa - 11:14pm on 12/27/13
My mom used to make beef barley soup from the leftover Christmas prime rib bones too. - Joe - 3:05am on 12/28/13
Last of the Prime Rib Roast - Earnie - 8:59pm on 12/28/13

Gravy or au jus added. Or nice crusty bread! A touch of balsamic or worsteshire sauce? [NT] - AngAk1 - 4:56am on 12/29/13

The balsamic was perfect, thanks. [NT] - Earnie - 6:16pm on 12/31/13

Thanks for this - I froze our leftover rib bones cuz I didn't have space to make - LisainLA - 1:23am on 01/07/14

25524. Special day today! - SallyBR - 2:37pm on 12/27/13 (12)

May it be a day filled with celebration!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:48pm on 12/27/13
you sound very happy----enjoy this special day, and ever after! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:26pm on 12/27/13
awwww....may "beloved husband" still be on your lips in 20 more years :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:03pm on 12/27/13
I'm so glad you are here with us in this adventure and Happy Birthday - orchid - 10:46pm on 12/27/13
Hugs all around! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:16pm on 12/28/13
That IS a special day! : ) [NT] - barb_b - 3:49pm on 12/28/13
awww, what an adventure and special day that is! Hope you had fun! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:54pm on 12/28/13
What is your native country? I don't remember hearing about that. And how did you two meet? :) [NT] - Traca - 4:05pm on 12/29/13

Brazil... that is why I am SallyBR ;-) (more) - SallyBR - 10:24pm on 12/29/13

Sally, we left to come to the USA on the exact same day! [NT] - Lana in FL - 8:02pm on 12/29/13

How cool! Amazing coincidence! ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 11:00pm on 12/29/13

Thanks, everyone! Looking forward to the next 20 years! ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 11:02pm on 12/29/13

25525. Fig and Olive Tapenade. My new favourite tapenade - Marg CDN2 - 8:01pm on 12/27/13 (9)

I love the sweetness figs impart! [NT] - cheezz - 10:04pm on 12/27/13
I make a version of this too. It's excellent with goat cheese. :) [NT] - Traca - 6:21am on 12/28/13
Sounds lovely. Will try! :-) [NT] - EvaN - 8:30pm on 12/29/13

Eva, how have you been! [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:28pm on 12/29/13

Ang (((wawing hi from over here))) :-) I've been too budy to cook or do anything - EvaN - 5:40pm on 12/30/13

lots of snow this year Eva. So very good to hear from you. do you go to your cabin in winter? [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:54pm on 12/30/13
Sounds like you have a cold, Eva :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:55pm on 12/30/13
LOL, cheezz :-D. I have been to the cabin a couple of times this fall >> - EvaN - 9:44am on 12/31/13

done! polar flight shipment of snow coming. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:50pm on 12/31/13

25526. I have had lemoncello I made last year in the freezer, will it still be good? [NT] - Brooksie - 2:31am on 12/28/13 (6)

Yes. [NT] - Charley - 2:48am on 12/28/13
Agree, it will be fine. Mine is several years old. I keep one in freezer for cheesecake & tiramisu. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:15pm on 12/28/13

Really, that's all? Fess up [NT] - AngAk1 - 4:58am on 12/29/13

That's "one bottle reserved for"....the rest of the entire batch is long, long gone. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:27pm on 12/29/13

Thanks. this is the "Reserved for bottle". It was a hit at last years New Years Eve party. Saved - Brooksie - 8:20pm on 12/30/13

:) [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:51pm on 12/31/13

25527. Maria, Just got home from travelling - could you email me - elaine - 7:19am on 12/28/13 (2)

Sent it PM, let me know if you didn't get it. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:52pm on 12/28/13

Got it, thanks. [NT] - elaine - 9:05pm on 12/28/13

25528. A nice break from turkey, beef etc. I thought this was delicious and very pretty.Cedar plank salmon - emtd - 1:26pm on 12/28/13 (1)

By the way, saw the cedar plank at Target (or World Market?) - cheaper than Sur la Table! - cheezz - 12:01am on 12/29/13

25529. Anasazi Beans and Ham Hock soup not up to par..... - KarenNoCA - 3:32pm on 12/28/13 (15)

Did you discard the fat? Bean soups benefit from it. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:37pm on 12/28/13

Yes, I did discard the fat, and I always do. However, there was still a little left in the stock. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:21pm on 12/28/13

My FIL makes a similar soup w/ hungarian beans. He adds a roux of bacon fat/paprika/flour [NT] - barb_b - 3:39pm on 12/28/13
You may think this is odd but add some rich chicken stock to it. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:38pm on 12/28/13
I loved this recipe from Fine Cooking and looking at it, I wonder if browning up some andouille or [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:39pm on 12/28/13

Here is what I did - KarenNoCA - 6:48pm on 12/28/13

Next time cook the veggies you keep in the soup with the andouille to caramelize them. Adds a nice - AngAk1 - 5:03am on 12/29/13

you know what? My Portuguese grandmother used to add wine to her soups. - KarenNoCA - 5:39pm on 12/30/13

the vinegar in the soup bowl is very German,at least in our house.couldn't eat bean soup without it [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:55pm on 12/30/13

When I was a child, we added vinegar to the weekly pinto beans. I'd forgotten that. It was good! [NT] - Curious1 - 7:21pm on 12/30/13

We would add a little bit of the juice from a jar of pickled jalape�os. Yum! [NT] - cheezz - 10:54pm on 12/30/13

Even better. Sadly, we had never heard of jalapenos back then. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:25am on 12/31/13

ditto [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:51pm on 12/31/13

I'd follow Cathy & sub out stock for water. I'd also be inclined to add a ham hock to the beans - Traca - 4:21pm on 12/29/13

Oops! I see the original recipe does a have a ham hock. [NT] - Traca - 4:24pm on 12/29/13

25530. Does anyone have a Polish/German dessert - carol whidbey Is - 11:14pm on 12/28/13 (9)

Rec: Polish Chrusciki (fried dough) - rhoward2va - 3:29am on 12/29/13

ooh I love these, too. - Marg CDN2 - 8:13pm on 12/29/13

Philadelphia German Butter Cake - rhoward2va - 3:39am on 12/29/13

So good! Add some cinnamon to the topping for a terrific variation [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:06am on 12/29/13

Any kind of apple cake would be good. Many to choose in T&T. This one is good and easy [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 5:14am on 12/29/13
Honey cake. But that's pretty standard. I have a polish grandma recipe. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:58pm on 12/29/13

Found the hand-written recipe and it now has me interested. I love honey cake made by Polish people - Marg CDN2 - 8:12pm on 12/29/13

What did you make, Carol? [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:38pm on 01/01/14

Re: What did you make, Carol? - carol whidbey Is - 9:28am on 01/22/14

25531. My friend who knows she frustrates me when I try to make dinner for her, sent me this video...... [NT] [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 7:13pm on 12/29/13 (12)

THAT is AWESOME!!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:05pm on 12/29/13
I am sending THIS as my next dinner invitation. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:18pm on 12/29/13
Brilliant! Rivals Tom Lehrer's best! Many thanks! [NT] - Marianne - 9:32pm on 12/29/13
Hahahahahaha!! Love it. Wow, when did meals get so complicated? - cheezz - 12:37am on 12/30/13

That is the best!!! I know exactly how she feels. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 10:59pm on 12/30/13

I'm inviting you to our home for dinner and the pleasure of your company, here is our menu: - KarenNoCA - 3:28am on 12/30/13

I wish more people did that. There's enough pressure on the host... [NT] - Traca - 7:15am on 12/30/13

This video nailed it! :-) [NT] - EvaN - 8:36am on 12/30/13
Bravo, Marg! What a wonderful video for all the hostesses of the world.... [NT] - wigs - 3:54pm on 12/30/13
Loved it, just wish it wasn't so true. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:18pm on 12/30/13
So cool. [NT] - elaine - 9:40pm on 12/30/13
Too funny! Glad we are easy guests, we eat and enjoy pretty much everything... ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 12:28am on 12/31/13

25532. Feast of seven fishes - brainstorm needed. - EvaN - 8:38pm on 12/29/13 (32)

I've had a 14 course chestnut dinner and found it fun because it was served as courses. Fish, I - Marg CDN2 - 9:00pm on 12/29/13

I love this recipe, Marg. I just have two questions: - EvaN - 9:16am on 12/30/13

Glad you pointed out that the recipe was not here. I needed to get it before it disappeared. [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 6:50pm on 12/30/13

Perfect! :-) [NT] - EvaN - 6:52pm on 12/30/13

And no, I don't strain. I'm not a fan of throwing out lots of flavour because of its texture. - Marg CDN2 - 6:54pm on 12/30/13

Lol, that's how I feel about removing pulp and seeds from tomatoes in most cases. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:17pm on 12/30/13
I sometimes pass it through a food mill after blending. A strainer takes out too much of the fish - Joe - 7:19pm on 12/30/13

I like the idea of 7 courses. They don't all have to be hot, or served seated.. Some ideas: - Joe - 10:11pm on 12/29/13

This was a hit at my recent cookbook gathering. Tuna Tartare on Cucumber Rounds [LINK] [IMAGE] - Traca - 4:51am on 12/30/13

I have a recipe for pickled salmon if you want that too. Nice appetizer. [NT] - Traca - 4:54am on 12/30/13
One of my favorite recipes. You can make the sauce ahead. Wok-Fried Clams with Chinese Black Beans - Traca - 5:00am on 12/30/13
That just looks delicious! I am making Sandi in Hawaii's Lazy Woman Sushi - Dawn_MO - 6:38pm on 12/30/13
Great idea. These are so trendy right now. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:56pm on 12/30/13

And grilled salmon salad (or grilled shrimp salad) [NT] - cheezz - 12:39am on 12/30/13
Another idea- Grilled Seafood Salad Nicoise very T&T and delicious - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:00am on 12/30/13
And this from Evelyn in Athens- Greek Baked Fish. Very tasty and easy - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:02am on 12/30/13

oh, I want this tonight! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:02pm on 12/30/13

And from Marcella Hazan- pasta with Scallops - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:04am on 12/30/13

I'm making this tonight! Funny, I just popped online while I'm waiting for water to boil. :) [NT] - Traca - 4:21am on 12/30/13

Many great ideas here :-) [NT] - EvaN - 10:27am on 12/30/13
I'm making this Baccala (recipe inside) [LINK] - EvaN - 10:32am on 12/30/13
Peppered Tuna Skewers with Wasabi Mayonnaise...big hit a few years ago. - Michael in Sarasota - 12:53pm on 12/30/13

nice [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:03pm on 12/30/13

I fixed Shrimp Vinaigrette wrapped in Snow Peas for a party I catered 2 weeks ago....REC inside - wigs - 3:42pm on 12/30/13
Wow, please give a report on this, your friends are lucky people. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:21pm on 12/30/13

Rec: Bouillabaisse...Thought this might be a good place to post this. It's a wonderful recipe. - Curious1 - 5:25pm on 12/30/13

5 fish right here. lovely recipe and pantry friendly [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:15pm on 12/30/13

Or a salt-encased snapper. Are we still making them? It would be good for a crowd and needs no - Marg CDN2 - 6:58pm on 12/30/13
this Wild Salmon Chowder with Fire Roasted Tomatoes is so very good. pretty too [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:08pm on 12/30/13

Thanks Ang! This looks wonderful. I might give it a try this weekend if there is any salmon - Barbara in VA - 2:21pm on 12/31/13

No, don't have the cookbook, but I believe Heather has it. I just love this recipe [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:53pm on 12/31/13

Re: this Wild Salmon Chowder with Fire Roasted Tomatoes is so very good. pretty too - carol whidbey Is - 3:58pm on 01/02/14

25533. REC: Molten Chocolate Mousse Cups (like they are do ahead/bake from freezer) [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 10:28pm on 12/29/13 (0)

25534. Traca I made the Coconut Red Lentil Soup you posted - emtd - 2:13pm on 12/30/13 (1)

YAY! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Pretty, and something a little different. :) [NT] - Traca - 2:43pm on 12/31/13

25535. Maria, how was Christmas-in-a-box? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:01pm on 12/30/13 (5)

Good/not so good....mom took a bit of a tumble.... - MariaDNoCA - 8:45pm on 12/30/13

Aw, too bad. Worrying about parents, from a distance, sure can be harrowing. - Marg CDN2 - 9:23pm on 12/30/13

Ha, no it's not the sugar - it's the memory I'm afraid, but she still loves her goodies! :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:26am on 12/31/13

I'm sorry to hear about her tumble....I hope she is doing better [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:12pm on 12/31/13
(((Maria, Mom, Sis))) [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:54pm on 12/31/13

25536. Hello everyone! Happy New Year! I've been MIA - GayleMO - 9:25pm on 12/30/13 (6)

Good to see you Gayle, I think of you often. Happy New Year! [NT] - Curious1 - 9:33pm on 12/30/13
Well, that's not a very smart phone :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:51pm on 12/30/13
Howdy - we missed you! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:27am on 12/31/13
Good to hear from you:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:13pm on 12/31/13
Happy to hear from you. Your fudge has been part of lots of Xmas goodies [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:56pm on 12/31/13

Oh yeah, Gayle, it went into all my baskets...a lot never made it out of the house :) [NT] - cheezz - 8:30pm on 12/31/13

25537. And on the subject of people not posting in awhile, Dawn NYS, is all well with you? [NT] - Curious1 - 9:35pm on 12/30/13 (0)

25538. Happy New Year! - SallyBR - 9:51pm on 12/30/13 (4)

Happy New Year! - love Gaiman. NYE is special to me too. It was when he proposed! :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:25am on 12/31/13

Sweet! What a lovely evening to propose! [NT] - SallyBR - 1:38am on 12/31/13

Wonderful Encouragement [NT] - Earnie - 6:12pm on 12/31/13
Happy New Year!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:58pm on 12/31/13

25539. Too many cookies, I'm sugared out - what's the best way to freeze them? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:49pm on 12/30/13 (16)

I was just thinking of making some since I had none this year. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:25am on 12/31/13
I like to bag small amounts of cookies in sandwich sized zipper bags and then. . . - mistral - 12:37am on 12/31/13

great tip [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:58pm on 12/31/13

I use a Food Saver to vacuum pack them. Keeps for months. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:13am on 12/31/13

My Foodsaver pulls out air/seals then later somehow fills with air. Dunno what is wrong with it. - MariaDNoCA - 5:46am on 12/31/13

Are you using Food Saver bags or regular freezer bags? I find that regular bags do that and I - Janet in NC - 1:25pm on 12/31/13

I cut and make my food saver bags and it has always happened - orchid - 3:22pm on 12/31/13

Then I think your FoodSaver is not correctly set in some way. - Charley - 3:26pm on 12/31/13

Yes, I'm using FS bags, but the make your own kind using a roll... - MariaDNoCA - 4:18pm on 12/31/13

Ditto on calling their customer service. Who knows? They might solve your - Janet in NC - 4:32pm on 12/31/13
I've had bags a LONG time so don't think they go bad. Yes - Charley - 5:46pm on 12/31/13

Thanks for this info. We may have to buy a new one. There's a flat one on sale at Costco now. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:05pm on 12/31/13

Take a look at Tuesday Morning also.They sometimes have - Charley - 10:12pm on 12/31/13

Thanks, will do. [NT] - Curious1 - 11:08pm on 12/31/13

I always run the "seal" operation a second time. That stopped the leakage for me. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 8:17pm on 12/31/13

I have had that problem with shrimp, I think the shells break the bag. Now I first put them in - Curious1 - 6:02pm on 12/31/13

25540. *THIS* is what I wish we were having tonight for NYE - Purple Ombre Cake with blackberry compote [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 6:04pm on 12/31/13 (17)

beautiful [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:01pm on 12/31/13
Not to be an enabler, but you can make the pans -- see pix inside - MariaDNoCA - 7:02pm on 12/31/13

Oh Maria, so clever!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:59pm on 12/31/13
How did you make the cute butterflies? [NT] - cheezz - 8:35pm on 12/31/13

Fondant cutter/molded them on foil/painted with pink disco dust ...pix inside with cake too - MariaDNoCA - 8:49pm on 12/31/13

My mouth is hanging open -- These are stunning. - Anna_X - 9:40pm on 12/31/13

You must've missed them the first go round - here's a quick slideshow > [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:53am on 01/01/14

Thanks, I hadn't seen these. Amazing! - Anna_X - 7:26pm on 01/01/14

"pink disco dust" my new favorite phrase. [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:01pm on 12/31/13

That's 'cause you're a girl! Beautiful, Maria. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:39pm on 12/31/13

Lovely! I love the "1" cookies, too. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 12:44am on 01/01/14

I make number cookies for all the kids, it's a tradition mom started, now I make 'em - here's #2's [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 6:42am on 01/01/14

I'm speechless. They are so beautiful! [NT] - EvaN - 11:19am on 01/01/14
Gorgeous!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:41pm on 01/01/14
NOW I remember! I've never worked with fondant, or I would have remembered :) [NT] - cheezz - 9:41pm on 01/01/14

Me either except for this (don't like the taste) - it was sooo easy. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:14pm on 01/02/14

I've got to get a cutter like this just to try them....so adorable! [NT] - cheezz - 10:42pm on 01/02/14

25541. Last minute invite to NYE - ISO dessert ideas - dinner will be crab/green salad - MariaDNoCA - 7:11pm on 12/31/13 (12)

you wouldn't eat the cake with the crab, so go for it if you have time. how about a chocolate fondue - AngAk1 - 7:38pm on 12/31/13
What about those chocolate molten cakes that are enjoyed by all [NT] - barb_b - 7:51pm on 12/31/13
Do you have a bag of cranberries in the freezer? Nantucket Cranberry Pie is always a hit, with or - Janet in NC - 8:30pm on 12/31/13
This chocolate orange cake is very easy: Quick Chocolate Candy Cake [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 10:52pm on 12/31/13
I'm out of time, need to leave in 45 mins - made lemon curd, now what to do with it? - MariaDNoCA - 11:24pm on 12/31/13

If you can find a premade graham cracker crust, you can fill it when you get there. If possible, top - Meryl - 11:54pm on 12/31/13

Good answer! Thank you! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:04am on 01/01/14
Meryl!!! Good to see you!!!! You have been greatly missed here.... [NT] - Barbara in VA - 1:31pm on 01/01/14

Hi Barbara - thanks! It's been really rough for me, to say the least, but I'm glad to be back. I'm - Meryl - 6:15pm on 01/01/14

This forum brings a bit of "normal" to the day. Quite soothing [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:50pm on 01/01/14

Too late but I always, always do the blender recipe pots de creme. Takes 5 minutes or less to make. - Marg CDN2 - 11:13pm on 01/01/14

Oh, I bet I could do the whole thing in the Vitamix! Great idea! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:07am on 01/02/14

25542. Hits or Misses for 2013. big hit was Cranberry Shortbread and Cranberry Orange Poundcake [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:35pm on 12/31/13 (23)

Oh, and the Lucky Duck cheep Cabernet was on the "hit" list [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:36pm on 12/31/13
Without a doubt this Corn and Poblano Lasagne. John and I [LINK] - orchid - 9:06pm on 12/31/13
Big hit--Raspberry Hazelnut Tart posted by ErininNY...I've sold 11 of these since 1st trying the REC [LINK] - wigs - 10:17pm on 12/31/13

Oh, I'm so glad! :) I love all her recipes. [NT] - ErininNY - 12:33am on 01/01/14
Wow, how did I miss this one?! [NT] - Joe - 1:33am on 01/01/14

Another homer==> Sittin' on a Sandbar Key Lime Pie (picture @ URL) [LINK] - wigs - 10:25pm on 12/31/13

I love key lime pie!! Saved and thanks wigs! [NT] - FloriSandy - 2:37am on 01/04/14

The big hit was the scallops I made for New Years Eve's dinner. - EvaN - 11:23am on 01/01/14

try again - cyalexa2 - 3:15pm on 01/01/14

Hos do you transfer the pizza from the counter to the grill without making a mess? - EvaN - 4:13pm on 01/01/14

make them small, use semolina flour and/or parchment - cyalexa2 - 6:40pm on 01/01/14

I will definitely try this. I had already figured out that I had to make smaller pizzas, but - EvaN - 7:16pm on 01/01/14

Link to scallop recipe... [LINK] - EvaN - 4:14pm on 01/01/14

that looks good, I have scallops in the freezer [NT] - cyalexa2 - 6:40pm on 01/01/14

DH had scallops (leftovers) for dinner today and he said it was the best scallops he's ever had. [NT] - EvaN - 6:54pm on 01/01/14

- and it has to be thanks to the recipe, because I can't touch them because of allergies :-) [NT] - EvaN - 7:22pm on 01/01/14

Pre grill the dough a bit, top it and finish [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:54pm on 01/01/14

On the hit parade, I had three favorites: [NT] - Traca - 7:26pm on 01/01/14

Couscous with Lamb, Honeyed Caramelized Onions, and Raisins [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 7:29pm on 01/01/14
Chicken Stuffed with Couscous, Almonds, and Raisins [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 7:30pm on 01/01/14
Vietnames Grilled Lemongrass Pork [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 7:32pm on 01/01/14

Oops! Vietnamese. [NT] - Traca - 7:32pm on 01/01/14
I saved this last time it was posted and haven't made it yet [NT] - cyalexa2 - 9:25pm on 01/01/14

25543. Sorta-FRC: Mice. In my kitchen. Ruining my New Year's Eve. - ErininNY - 12:38am on 01/01/14 (22)

Peppermint Oil. Put a few drops on a cotton ball and tuck it wherever you think they are entering - Joe - 1:06am on 01/01/14

Yep - good 100% oil. - Music City Missy - 1:19am on 01/01/14

I've bought it at Whole Foods in the aromatherapy section. Don't ask, but it works for rats too. [NT] - Joe - 1:35am on 01/01/14

Thanks, Joe; I was wondering if that kind was ok. Little reluctant to do it in a house with a baby, - ErininNY - 7:42pm on 01/02/14

Only for a few days. With a baby I would suggest using it very sparingly only at the entrance point - Joe - 12:27am on 01/06/14

Thanks for the tips. Guess I'll lean on our super to get out the foam insulation. :( [NT] - ErininNY - 7:40pm on 01/02/14

Peanut butter, bacon and cheddar has the best rep here. [NT] - EvaN - 10:00am on 01/01/14

Geez, now I know what I have in common with mice and rats [I was hoping for a recipe]. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:23pm on 01/01/14

Thanks Marilyn, I hadn't had a hearty laugh today. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:00pm on 01/02/14
REC: MarilynFL treats (AKA PB-Bacon-cheezers mouse bait): - mistral - 9:09pm on 01/02/14

[squeeeaaaakkkkk!!!!] [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:02am on 01/03/14

Mice treats? - Glennis_NoCA - 2:13am on 01/02/14

Thank you. Raw, right? Also, if anyone's had success w/ a particular kind of trap, please - ErininNY - 7:43pm on 01/02/14

They ate all the peanut butter off the traps, last night. >:( Grrr. [NT] - ErininNY - 7:42pm on 01/02/14

Advice: get more traps because. . . - mistral - 8:59pm on 01/02/14
That is disconcerting. Take no prisoners; careful about M, but get them.... [LINK] - barb_b - 11:46pm on 01/02/14

I ordered those exact ones (arrived yesterday)--is there a way to adjust the sensitivity? [NT] - ErininNY - 1:37am on 01/03/14

I don't think there is any way to adjust. . . - mistral - 5:49am on 01/03/14

Never have an empty trap again--this is sure fire! - MoNJ - 2:12pm on 01/03/14

Dat sounds good! I will have to remember the raisin-anchor trick . . . - mistral - 8:34pm on 01/03/14

Trying this today. Caught one in a different kind of trap last night. - ErininNY - 7:52pm on 01/04/14

HA!! We NEVER have mickey mouse visits in the suburbs : ) [NT] - barb_b - 8:20pm on 01/04/14

25544. Feast of seven fishes - this is what we ate. - EvaN - 10:12am on 01/01/14 (19)

Salmon Mousse from The Silver Palate cookbook [LINK] - EvaN - 10:14am on 01/01/14

I have made this several times. It is absolutely delicious! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:23pm on 01/01/14
Moi aussi. And not for 20 years. I forgot all about it. Thanks. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:59pm on 01/01/14

Blini recipe from Ina Garten [LINK] - EvaN - 10:17am on 01/01/14
Marg CDN2's fish soup with rouille [LINK] - EvaN - 10:20am on 01/01/14
Baccala with tagliatelle [LINK] - EvaN - 10:21am on 01/01/14
Scallops with herbed brown butter [LINK] - EvaN - 10:23am on 01/01/14
Fish cakes (served with aioli dip) [LINK] - EvaN - 10:30am on 01/01/14
Looks wonderful Eva, I'm sure it was a lot of work but a wonderful evening. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:46pm on 01/01/14

I second that! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:47pm on 01/01/14
I'm feeling like a slug right now....all I did was peel back the pate seal and warm up the baguette. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:24pm on 01/01/14

Ha, I had popcorn and a hunk of cheese. DH was working [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:02pm on 01/01/14

Anything you would do differently another time? Sounds wonderful to me. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:01pm on 01/01/14

MargCND, next time I'd probably switch the blinis with tuna, and maybe work some - EvaN - 9:38am on 01/02/14

Now I remember this one. Melted Scallops with Frizzled Leeks [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 11:04pm on 01/01/14
Something for the Menu category. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:10pm on 01/01/14

I agree! Congratulations, Eva. [NT] - Joe - 11:58pm on 01/01/14

Thanks Joe :-) [NT] - EvaN - 9:40am on 01/02/14

Wow! That is impressive. Did I miss the photos? :) [NT] - ErininNY - 7:45pm on 01/02/14

25545. Happy New Year one and all. May it be happy, healthy and stress free. [NT] - Sylvia - 12:34pm on 01/01/14 (0)

25546. TJs Truffled Mousse Pate, ready to heat fondue & baguettes were all great [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:34pm on 01/01/14 (3)

I'll try that pate next time I am in Dallas. Here's where I went last trip: - cyalexa2 - 3:33pm on 01/01/14

Wow! - Melissa Dallas - 4:14pm on 01/01/14

it is hard to park at Jimmy's - cyalexa2 - 6:44pm on 01/01/14

25547. Did anyone make any New Years cooking-resolutions? [NT] - EvaN - 4:20pm on 01/01/14 (32)

Yes. To try a new recipe from the huge stack of things I print out. Like it or throw the recipe out - Janet in NC - 5:29pm on 01/01/14

When you find the answer, let me know please. I'm going to weed out my pantry. I'm sure many of - Curious1 - 6:54pm on 01/01/14

I hear ya- have nearly a case of chicken broth that needs using or goes bad! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:37pm on 01/01/14
Curious and Maria, I see some soups in your future to use up the broth. ;-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:43pm on 01/01/14

Me too, lol. **Waves** at Pat - hiya, Happy New Year! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:31pm on 01/01/14

<waving back> Happy New Year to you too, Woupy! :) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:03am on 01/02/14

Woupy???! [NT] - cheezz - 10:45pm on 01/02/14

LOL, yes, it's her nickname. Maria, Dia/OKC and I emailed daily - Pat-NoCal - 2:50am on 01/03/14

rhymes with Loupy?? :) [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:49pm on 01/03/14

LOL, yes it does. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 12:18am on 01/04/14

Too cute! I just met my girlfriend's old school pal named Dimple...her birth name! [NT] - cheezz - 11:49pm on 01/04/14

I have been trying for the last few months to do just this. I know I threw out a bunch but .... - elaine - 9:19pm on 01/01/14

Same here, Elaine. I wish there could be an easy answer. I have so - Pat-NoCal - 9:40pm on 01/01/14

Scan them? All online recipes I save to my HD, been doing that since Gail's - MariaDNoCA - 11:41pm on 01/01/14

I thought about that...scanning...but wow, what a huge project - Pat-NoCal - 1:07am on 01/02/14

Then there's the foodie magazines! *sigh* Hubby says there should be a 12 step program for us. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:16am on 01/02/14

I am afraid he is right. I have looseleaf note books in different colors for several... - elaine - 5:32am on 01/02/14
I keep rotating my piles of recipes too and from my experience, they only grow in size - EvaN - 9:42am on 01/02/14

I finally did something about the file cabinets full of recipes, Pat - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:35pm on 01/02/14

Hi Cathy! Much like you, I too have a big chunk of the recipes - Pat-NoCal - 9:10pm on 01/03/14

Yeah, purge. It feels good and you won't remember any of the recipes you tossed. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:43pm on 01/04/14

I did purge a big stack yesterday. It did feel good! But then, - Pat-NoCal - 8:58pm on 01/04/14

purger's remorrse [NT] - cyalexa2 - 9:12pm on 01/04/14

Right??!!! I should only purge when the recycle bin is being emptied the next day...lol. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 9:50pm on 01/04/14

Here's what to try next time - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:39pm on 01/04/14

Ha, I'll try that. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:47pm on 01/05/14

LolLolLol [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:31am on 01/05/14

Good project to hire a neighborhood kid to do (do they even want jobs anymore?) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:50pm on 01/02/14
I also like handling the paper. My recipes are all in LC, but I still keep the originals filed in - Curious1 - 6:55pm on 01/02/14

To minimize printing - cyalexa2 - 1:25pm on 01/03/14

I do this as welI with 1 additional folder which contains the 'really, really want to try' recipes. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:41pm on 01/03/14
I use Word also. If I want to try one, I email it to myself and open it on my ipad. - cheezz - 11:52pm on 01/04/14

25548. Am I going crazy or is something wrong with the timestamp on posts? - Music City Missy - 9:22pm on 01/01/14 (2)

Your time & date show correctly. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:34pm on 01/01/14
Make sure your settings are correct, check Paul's post at the top of the page. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:26pm on 01/01/14

25549. Trace so sorry to hear about your brother. (((HUGS))) [NT] - Music City Missy - 9:23pm on 01/01/14 (30)

Aww...thanks Missy. We're taking it day by day.... For my Swap family, here's what's up... - Traca - 2:55am on 01/02/14

Oh Traca, I am so sorry. I don't know what else to say. You and your family - Dawn_MO - 3:41am on 01/02/14
Traca, please accept my condolences on such an untimely loss. He sounds like an exceptional guy. [NT] - Joe - 3:53am on 01/02/14
So sad to hear this Traca. My deepest condolences to you and your family. [NT] - elaine - 5:35am on 01/02/14
So very very sorry to hear this, condolences and big hugs to you/your family. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:34am on 01/02/14
Traca, I'm so sorry to hear this. A big hug coming your way (((hug))). [NT] - EvaN - 9:33am on 01/02/14
Oh my! Deepest Condolences to you and your family. [NT] - barb_b - 12:30pm on 01/02/14
Oh Traca, my condolences to you and yours. So sorry. Big Hugs too [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:37pm on 01/02/14
Really terrible news. So very sorry. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:29pm on 01/02/14
Absolutely shocked.... my condolences in such a horrible time [NT] - SallyBR - 4:48pm on 01/02/14
Awful news. All my sympathy and prayers for you and your parents. [NT] - Anna_X - 4:53pm on 01/02/14
So sorry Traca, how are you doing? hugs to you and your parents. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 6:07pm on 01/02/14
Lived through this last Spring. I know how hard it is and had a ton of the same feelings - Carianna in WA - 7:59pm on 01/02/14
What heart-breaking news. My deepest sympathies, (((Traca))) [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:43pm on 01/02/14
So very sorry to hear this, and all the unknowns. (((Traca))) [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:51am on 01/03/14
How very sad--prayers to you and your family [NT] - MoNJ - 2:15pm on 01/03/14
(((Traca))) I'm extending my heartfelt sympathy to you for the loss of your brother.Please take care [NT] - FloriSandy - 3:14am on 01/04/14
I'm so sorry Traca. [NT] - orchid - 2:35am on 01/05/14

I'm so sorry Traca. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:18pm on 01/02/14
Traca, what an awful thing to happen! My deepest sympathies 2 U & yours.... [NT] - wigs - 3:40pm on 01/02/14
Traca, My deepest condolences to you and your family. [NT] - GayR - 5:54pm on 01/02/14
Such sad news Traca. I'm sorry to hear this. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:15pm on 01/02/14
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. [NT] - emtd - 9:40pm on 01/02/14
So sorry!! (((Hugs))) [NT] - cheezz - 10:50pm on 01/02/14
So sad to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. [NT] - GeorgiaRose - 3:14pm on 01/03/14
Traca, [NT] - judy-mass - 7:11pm on 01/03/14

So, sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Sincerest condolences. [NT] - judy-mass - 7:12pm on 01/03/14

Traca, my most sincere condolences to you and to your family. My heart is with you. [NT] - Marianne - 5:19am on 01/04/14
Thanks everyone! I'm off to Florida for the funeral and family time on Monday. With any - Traca - 7:54am on 01/05/14

good luck with the travel; sorry for your loss [NT] - cyalexa2 - 1:10pm on 01/05/14

25550. REC: Prawn and Tomato Curry. What is happening to Jacques? He suddenly loves spicy food. [LINK] - Joe - 12:27am on 01/02/14 (4)

I made a raita from Emeril to serve with it. [LINK] - Joe - 12:29am on 01/02/14

A friend bought a dish of pickled daikon and carrots--really good with the curry. I'll try to get - Joe - 1:17am on 01/02/14

This sounds delicious, Joe. Will be making it soon. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:07pm on 01/02/14
YUM! What a fun menu! [NT] - barb_b - 7:03pm on 01/02/14

25551. a ? about foil. Have I been doing this wrong all these years? - SusanKentfieldCa - 1:55am on 01/02/14 (10)

Lol, I must be doing it wrong also, I always put the shiny side out. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:31am on 01/02/14
Depends on what I am cooking. The dull side. . . - mistral - 3:08am on 01/02/14

I pay no attention to what side is where. [NT] - cyalexa2 - 3:26am on 01/02/14

There is a shiny and a dull side? (smile) [NT] - Dawn_MO - 3:46am on 01/02/14
Me neither. Perhaps there is a difference but my kitchen is much too out of control for me to notice [NT] - Joe - 3:48am on 01/02/14

:) [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:53am on 01/03/14

I always keep the shiny side out, because it looks prettier :-) [NT] - EvaN - 9:28am on 01/02/14
Years ago I burned out an oven element. The repairman said it was due to using foil shiny side out - Pat-NoCal - 2:04pm on 01/02/14

Here's some useful info from the Reynolds site. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 2:11pm on 01/02/14

Thanks Pat. Good to know. Short and shiny, long and dull! [NT] - SusanKentfieldCa - 3:32pm on 01/02/14

25552. Inspired by above post, what's your "top 10" personal recipes of all time? - MariaDNoCA - 6:45pm on 01/02/14 (62)

Definitely 7th circle of hell. I love trying new recipes & do so most of the time. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:07pm on 01/02/14

scootch on over Curious. [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:55am on 01/03/14

How about narrowing it down to our top 5 main dishes, sides, desserts, and appetizers or - Meryl - 9:04pm on 01/02/14

Sure, however many one can do...ten was only if you couldn't decide, or if you were Letterman ;-) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:11pm on 01/02/14

Ha! [NT] - Meryl - 9:31pm on 01/02/14

REC: Slow Cooker Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes (you don't have to use a slow cooker!) - mistral - 9:23pm on 01/02/14

Yum, this sounds so good, and I have leftover ham! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:48pm on 01/04/14

Top Appetizers: Blue cheese broiled tomatoes, Bruschetta with roasted peppers and goat cheese, - Meryl - 9:33pm on 01/02/14

Top Main Dishes: Southwestern chicken skillet, Oven glazed Caribbean chicken, Easy orange chicken, - Meryl - 9:41pm on 01/02/14

Top Side Dishes and Salads: Roasted Asparagus with crisp shallots, Parmesan green beans, - Meryl - 9:46pm on 01/02/14

I have been meaning to make those citrus green beans forever...thanks for the reminder. [NT] - Traca - 5:36pm on 01/04/14

Baked goods - Melissa Dallas - 12:34am on 01/03/14

my favorite appetizers - cyalexa2 - 10:11pm on 01/02/14

What is 'fromage fort'? And I'd love to see the creamy olive spread recipe. :) [NT] - Traca - 5:30pm on 01/04/14

recipes - cyalexa2 - 6:02pm on 01/04/14

I'd forgotten about fromage fort. Thanks for the reminder. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:05pm on 01/04/14
What exactly are salad olives - are they pimento stuffed green olives?(NT) [NT] - Cath in V - 5:19am on 01/17/14

I was wondering the same thing, since I see more black olives on salads these days. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:22pm on 01/17/14

I use plain old green pimento stuffed olives in this ercipe [NT] - cyalexa2 - 2:15am on 01/18/14

Ok, y'all are too healthy for me...top 10 desserts - cheezz - 12:13am on 01/03/14

Top Desserts: The "Baked" brownies, Chocolate sour cream bundt cake, Devil's food cake with - Meryl - 1:44am on 01/03/14

Had to open this to see if any were not chocolate! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:03am on 01/03/14

Ha! Two out of ten! [NT] - Meryl - 2:31am on 01/03/14

Oh, that flan! I'm forever in your debt over that one! So delicious. [NT] - Traca - 4:43pm on 01/12/14

Main Dishes (but I'm allowed to change my mind!) - MariaDNoCA - 1:58am on 01/03/14
Hey! Y'all aren't helping my recipe collecting addiction here. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:56am on 01/03/14

Enablers Be We! :-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:20am on 01/03/14

These are the dishes I make most often and/or people associate with me: - Joe - 3:20am on 01/03/14

Note to self: Must work my way through this list! I've made a couple, but not nearly enough! [NT] - Traca - 5:31pm on 01/04/14

I was thinking the same thing. Like Curious, I try new recipes all the time so it's hard for me - Pat-NoCal - 8:39pm on 01/04/14

Ten dishes (in no particular order) - Steve2 in LA - 9:16am on 01/03/14

Gawd, I get sooooo jealous reading your posts. . . - mistral - 10:38pm on 01/03/14

Happy to share recipes, Mistral. All of 'em are easy enough for ME to cook and I ain't no Julia. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:54pm on 01/03/14

Can you share the torte recipe and the mango salad recipe? [NT] - Traca - 5:29pm on 01/04/14

Here you go: Mango,Jicama,Avocado Salad and the Pumpkin Praline Torte. - Steve2 in LA - 2:07am on 01/05/14

misc favs - cyalexa2 - 1:47pm on 01/03/14
Let's see, here's my top of "everything" >> - EvaN - 3:00pm on 01/03/14
Hard to choose but they are: - Heather_in_SF - 12:34am on 01/04/14

I searched for the slow cooked ginger duck recipe. - cyalexa2 - 2:46am on 01/04/14

Slow cooked duck with sherry and ginger - SusanKentfieldCa - 8:56pm on 01/06/14

thanks for posting your recipe [NT] - cyalexa2 - 3:16am on 01/07/14

Beef strognaoff meatloaf? Please explain. Recipe please? [NT] - Traca - 5:33pm on 01/04/14

Meatloaf Stroganoff, Here's Heather's recipe - SusanKentfieldCa - 8:34pm on 01/06/14

Really had to put some thought into this. Can't pare it down enough but here goes..... - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:40pm on 01/04/14

Nice list, Cathy. Many of your recipes are favorites at our house as well. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:50pm on 01/04/14

I want to see YOUR list! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:59pm on 01/04/14
And I see I forgot to give you credit for that salad. Credit is there now. Best salad ever! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:01pm on 01/04/14

Cathy, can I come live with you?!! [NT] - cheezz - 11:57pm on 01/04/14

Only if you wash dishes, cheezz [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:17am on 01/05/14

I DO! [NT] - cheezz - 6:03am on 01/05/14

Wow Cathy! Will I be able to find these recipes here if I do a search? [NT] - orchid - 2:31am on 01/05/14

Some are here orchid. Couldn't tell you right off hand which ones. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:19am on 01/05/14

Oh thanks, in fact I just found the - orchid - 4:49pm on 01/05/14

try up in T&T. lots of Cathy's recipes are in there. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:09pm on 01/06/14

Yes, I've been looking when I have the time but still haven't been - orchid - 11:36pm on 01/06/14

Here you go, if the search doesn't work, try google [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:24am on 01/07/14

Thank you Curious and Cathy rounded it up for me also. It sounds so good. [NT] - orchid - 2:16pm on 01/07/14

I want to try every one on your list:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:00pm on 01/05/14

It would take me too long to post all of them but I'm glad to post whatever you want to try. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:17pm on 01/05/14

I meant a few at a time. Just let me know. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:35pm on 01/05/14

Cathy - I meant I'd love to taste everyone; didn't mean to imply I was asking you to post... - deb-in-MI - 1:43am on 01/06/14

I sure did too much thinking about this one: - Marg CDN2 - 12:59am on 01/13/14

25553. This was a hit over the holidays Rec: Blue Cheese Salad dressing; I served w/ - barb_b - 9:32pm on 01/02/14 (5)

This sounds so good. I'm going to try a "lite" version and will report. [NT] - Janet in NC - 9:45pm on 01/03/14
Sunds great. I just overbought celery so am looking for dips. [NT] - elaine - 6:38am on 01/04/14

LOL. I always ovebuy celery, because I freak out at the thought that I am out of it. - Dawn_MO - 2:57pm on 01/04/14

Historically I also had either an excess of celery or none. [LINK] - cyalexa2 - 6:22pm on 01/04/14

I used to grow something that was celery, but also not the kind that you - Dawn_MO - 3:22pm on 01/06/14

25554. Wonderful New Years dinner with just me and hubby [LINK] [IMAGE] - cheezz - 10:40pm on 01/02/14 (10)

Oh Yum! I love this recipe! I have not made it in a few years, but you have bumped it up on the - barb_b - 10:59pm on 01/02/14

Ha, this recipe was going in my top ten list! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:52am on 01/03/14

Yum! we had a hodge podge: blackeyed peas/greens and then these Steamer Clams. sooo good [LINK] - AngAk1 - 1:03am on 01/03/14

Ang, how do you make your black eyed peas? [NT] - cheezz - 12:00am on 01/05/14

Soaked them overnight, then cooked slowly with small ham hock. Added an onion, diced carrots and - AngAk1 - 4:47am on 01/05/14

Sounds SO good! Thanks :) [NT] - cheezz - 6:01am on 01/05/14

it was probably over the top foufou for my DH, who prefers plain beans, but I just can't do that [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:10pm on 01/06/14

This looks soooo good! :-) [NT] - EvaN - 2:46pm on 01/03/14
I made this and was not happy with it. I did follow the recipe - KarenNoCA - 12:56am on 01/04/14

Onion soup?? [NT] - cheezz - 11:59pm on 01/04/14

25555. Who knew Costco had canning supplies? Not me. [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:51am on 01/03/14 (1)

Or me! Thanks for letting us know. Now I've got a hankering to make Barbara in VA's Pepper Jelly - - deb-in-MI - 1:30pm on 01/03/14

25556. Artisan Cheese Festival [LINK] - cyalexa2 - 10:08pm on 01/03/14 (2)

Hey look Cheezz . . . CHEESE! (Yum!) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:01am on 01/04/14
Yum is right! [NT] - cheezz - 12:01am on 01/05/14

25557. REC: Fontina and Mustard Supper Scones. Made these tonight to serve with soup and they are great! - judy-mass - 12:38am on 01/04/14 (2)

Sounds good...copied! [NT] - cheezz - 12:02am on 01/05/14

Yep, this got added to the pile as well. The same pile I just purged and reduced down so more - Pat-NoCal - 5:04pm on 01/05/14

25558. What to spend a $75 Williams Sonoma gift card on... - Melissa Dallas - 2:20am on 01/04/14 (31)

Their prices are truly crazy. My daughter bought her daughter a Nordic Ware - Janet in NC - 2:54am on 01/04/14

I know, everything I look at I know I can get cheaper at Amazon - Melissa Dallas - 3:30am on 01/04/14

I'd start with looking at the clearence items... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 3:52am on 01/04/14

Or I might just get something like this I could use but never invested in [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 3:52am on 01/04/14

Melissa, I highly recommend a Emile Henry baking dish that should [LINK] - FloriSandy - 3:58am on 01/04/14
I got Lodge Cast Iron pans from them. Reasonable prices, too. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 6:28am on 01/04/14

Do you by any chance have the two-burner griddle? Curious about this one. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:13pm on 01/04/14

I do. I don't use it that often--mostly when making pancakes-- but it is nice to have on hand. [NT] - Joe - 3:31pm on 01/04/14

I was thinking of tortillas & english muffins. Don't know about large/small burner electric stove - Melissa Dallas - 3:53pm on 01/04/14

I have two different sized burners and it is not a problem--I just turn one higher than the other, - Joe - 10:03pm on 01/04/14

I don't have it but DO have the one that came with my stove. Never used it. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 2:10am on 01/05/14

DH got me $200 !!! at Sur le Table. What to do??? - Anna_X - 7:41am on 01/04/14

Anna, how about some - Pat-NoCal - 2:04pm on 01/04/14
Right now they are the only one to have LeCreuset in the new Rosemary color. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:52pm on 01/04/14

I like their kitchen towels. Pricey, yes, but good quality. You might also have a look - Pat-NoCal - 2:00pm on 01/04/14
Their herbs de provence are my favorite. If they still carry it. - Dawn_MO - 2:33pm on 01/04/14

Oops, actually that was Williams Sonoma. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:36pm on 01/04/14

Melissa and AnnaX, was just thinking how much I enjoy my LeCreuset brasier (used it again [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:12pm on 01/04/14

Made a dent in it! Signed up for Thai cooking in another 2 weeks! - Anna_X - 11:31pm on 01/04/14

Yay! The cooking class sounds awesome. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:00pm on 01/05/14
Anna, please share! I've been interested in cooking more Thai. - colleenmomof2 - 12:57pm on 01/06/14

I've never cooked Thai at home. Here is the menu. - Anna_X - 7:51pm on 01/06/14

I don't have my catalog, but I think this is the product that caught my eye.Spiral slicer [LINK] - barb_b - 8:37pm on 01/04/14

Check out the Gefu spiral slicer! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:41am on 01/05/14

enabler! : ) Do you have one? Worried about the wrist. [NT] - barb_b - 5:43pm on 01/05/14

I got a couple of air tight canisters - Pam - 9:35pm on 01/04/14
Pernigotti cocoa [NT] - AngAk1 - 4:55am on 01/05/14
Thanks for all the good ideas! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:45pm on 01/05/14
I love the strawberry huller - won't get you far with your gift certificate, but get one! :) [NT] - michelle - 2:02am on 01/06/14
Regift! Break into 3-$25 gift cards You can spend 1, save 2 - colleenmomof2 - 1:01pm on 01/06/14

You. Are. A. Genius!!! [NT] - Anna_X - 7:45pm on 01/06/14

25559. looking for recipe for chengdu lamb - cyalexa2 - 1:34pm on 01/04/14 (9)

What is it? [NT] - Pam - 9:32pm on 01/04/14

spicy sweet stir fry with broccoli, had it at PF Changs [NT] - cyalexa2 - 1:15pm on 01/05/14

There are many when I google. Looks interesting nt [NT] - Charley - 10:20pm on 01/04/14

Yes, many recipes: Try searching "chengdu lamb recipe"--I got a bazillion hits.(nt) [NT] - mistral - 10:37pm on 01/04/14

I did that and looked at lots of the sites. - cyalexa2 - 1:21pm on 01/05/14

Try making popcorn cauliflower--it is delicious hot or cold. . . - mistral - 2:47am on 01/06/14

Here's another delicious cauliflower idea - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:18pm on 01/08/14

thanks [NT] - cyalexa2 - 2:28am on 01/09/14
bought cauliflower last night---on the menu tomorrow! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:03pm on 01/09/14

25560. Free on Amazon: "30 Delicious Chicken Breast Recipes" [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 2:09pm on 01/04/14 (1)

There are many other free cookbooks on offer at the moment so check them out. [NT] - Sylvia - 2:19pm on 01/04/14

25561. NFRC: Which Downton Abbey character are you? Link to quiz > [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 10:41pm on 01/04/14 (27)

I'm Anna too. [NT] - Joe - 11:52pm on 01/04/14
I'm Gonzo, the illegitimate child of Harry Dean Stanton. . . (is he IN that show?) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 2:12am on 01/05/14

Aw c'mon, you're Violet and won't admit it. You have the wardrobe! [NT] - Joe - 4:30am on 01/05/14

Well, THAT'S true . . . [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 6:46am on 01/05/14
huh....I would have thought Mr. Pamuk. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:56pm on 01/05/14

Yep. Dashing, sexy, and hard to get rid of. [NT] - Joe - 10:38pm on 01/05/14

Mrs. Patmore....hmmmm..... - cheezz - 3:04am on 01/05/14

That's so unfair. I love Daisy! [NT] - Joe - 4:28am on 01/05/14
Mrs. Patmore as well. And I know little to nothing about "frolicking"! - Michael in Phoenix - 6:22am on 01/05/14

You did well. Mrs. Patmore is the chef. [NT] - Joe - 4:57pm on 01/05/14

Mrs. Padmore too. I've got the glasses and chubby cheeks down pat. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:54pm on 01/05/14

Oh yeah, me too...twins at birth :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:15pm on 01/05/14

Hmmm...makes me wonder if I should review my personality... [NT] - cheezz - 12:20am on 01/10/14

Anna, but really I side more with mrs Crawley [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:06am on 01/05/14
Violet Crawley, Dowager Countess of Grantham [NT] - Traca - 7:38am on 01/05/14
How the h*** did I get Thomas. Must be my evil subconcious twin. . . (Nt) [NT] - mistral - 2:41am on 01/06/14

You poor thing. It could be worse. It could be O'Brien. [NT] - Joe - 4:09am on 01/06/14

Meanwhile, practice saying, "I'm not foul, Mr. Carson." [NT] - Joe - 4:25am on 01/06/14

Ha! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:51pm on 01/07/14

I got Thomas too, which completely baffles me. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 10:10pm on 01/06/14

What baffles me is that he is already undercutting Bates and Anna, months after they saved his job. - Joe - 5:19pm on 01/07/14

---and did I post that the SECOND time I got Thomas again! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 6:15pm on 01/09/14

Here's a great website for all things about Downton Abbey. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 1:02pm on 01/06/14
Huh! Lady Edith. On a side note, we weren't on the D.A. band - orchid - 1:54pm on 01/06/14

loved the episode last night. could Mary have been any more gaunt/white/pitiful/******?? when she - AngAk1 - 7:15pm on 01/06/14

She's a phenomenal actress. She's playing a character that most of us wouldn't like if we met her - Joe - 2:27am on 01/08/14

Re: She's a phenomenal actress. She's playing a character that most of us wouldn't like if we met her - carol whidbey Is - 2:47pm on 01/09/14

25562. Live and learn. Green eggs...no ham - cheezz - 3:01am on 01/05/14 (6)

I didn't know they turn green! I wonder if it's the same reaction you get in overcooked hard boiled - Joe - 4:25am on 01/05/14

Bingo! Being held too long and overheating causes a chemical reaction - cheezz - 5:57am on 01/05/14

I wonder if it was a reaction with the foil? [NT] - AngAk1 - 4:59am on 01/05/14

In that case it would've been the eggs on top...it was the bottom layer getting overcooked [NT] - cheezz - 5:58am on 01/05/14

Here is an interesting article about using lemon juice to prevent the reaction that causes the color [LINK] - LisainLA - 1:21am on 01/07/14

Thanks, Lisa. It seems like such a tiny bit of juice, but worth a try [NT] - cheezz - 7:07am on 01/07/14

25563. What to make for bookclub dinner? Please help!!! - Barbara in VA - 1:23pm on 01/05/14 (61)

Barbara, look here for some ideas. [LINK] - judy-mass - 1:34pm on 01/05/14

The vegetarian lasanga sounds really good. I would make that for us. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:59am on 01/06/14

Indian dishes can be great.Here is a cauliflower - Charley - 1:41pm on 01/05/14

Lentil and Swiss Chard Soup (I substitute Kale) [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 2:12pm on 01/05/14
Black Bean Soup [LINK] [IMAGE] - Traca - 2:19pm on 01/05/14
Chickpea, Feta and Cilantro Salad - Traca - 2:35pm on 01/05/14

Not for vegetarian, but this would be good w/ the chickpea salad. Lambslipper kabobs [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 2:36pm on 01/05/14

Mulligatawny Soup? That is always a crowd pleaser in our home. [NT] - barb_b - 5:26pm on 01/05/14

I hear you on struggling to finish the books selected. Have you tried audio books? They work better - Traca - 2:20pm on 01/05/14

Agreed. Big thumbs up for audiobooks in the car driving around town/commute vs. only on long trips [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:30pm on 01/05/14

I just keep going back to how frigging rude people have gotten... - Melissa Dallas - 4:26pm on 01/05/14

Oh Melissa, right now I am so feeling this way. I really don't mind folks prefering - Barbara in VA - 5:45pm on 01/05/14

Why does every meeting have to be vegetarian? If you provide a few different choices so everyone can - Joe - 7:24pm on 01/05/14

Every work meeting I now include a vegetarian lasagna as one of the main dishes. - MariaDNoCA - 3:04am on 01/06/14

All my lasagna recipes are vegetarian. I serve sausage on the side. Everyone's happy - Joe - 6:16am on 01/06/14

I am totally with you on this one Melissa, had that person called me I would have said - KarenNoCA - 8:08pm on 01/05/14

We have a vegetarian couple in our family too. She just asks if side dishes - Melissa Dallas - 9:31pm on 01/05/14

Wonderful! Thank-you for the recipes. Please post in menus - colleenmomof2 - 12:44pm on 01/06/14

Ooops! Wrong place for this post. Moved! [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 12:46pm on 01/06/14

I don't understand this fixation with what someone puts in their mouth. Is it going to KILL these - Marianne - 9:14pm on 01/05/14
It would NEVER EVER even occur to me to contact a hostess about my stupid diet [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:27pm on 01/05/14

As host I usually ask, but I don't intend to restrict the entire table to one person's choices - Joe - 10:26pm on 01/05/14

My office is small & sometimes we order lunch in. Sometimes this is Chinese food - Melissa Dallas - 10:33pm on 01/05/14
I always ask too. Most are pretty easy to accomodate. As hostess I like to serve what others can eat - MariaDNoCA - 2:52am on 01/06/14

I get that, but being on South Beach??? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:34am on 01/06/14

What are you saying? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:20am on 01/06/14

It will be very easy to work around, Barb. Some ideas for you.... [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:31pm on 01/05/14
I just came across this recipe. Not 'light' (understatement);beautiful presentation: Fettuccini Pie [NT] [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 4:39pm on 01/05/14
Vegetable Couscous Paella - This is delicious - I've made it many times. Use whole wheat couscous, [LINK] - Meryl - 5:10pm on 01/05/14

Another great one: Black Bean Patties with Cilantro and Lime [LINK] - Meryl - 5:15pm on 01/05/14

And another: Vegetable Chili [LINK] - Meryl - 5:16pm on 01/05/14

Your menu is a good one. Adding a meat, such as grilled sausage, would be South Beach-friendly - Joe - 5:16pm on 01/05/14

I often make this lentil salad which is both low-carb and vegan. I would serve it with grilled meat [LINK] - Joe - 5:18pm on 01/05/14

This looks terrific. I missed it the first time you posted. Thanks Joe. [NT] - Traca - 6:39am on 01/06/14

Rec: South Indian-Style Vegetable Curry is delicious. Not sure if it fits the low-carb requirement [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:23pm on 01/05/14
Artisan grilled cheese sandwich, tomato bisque soup, salad and a decadent chocolate dessert :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:14pm on 01/05/14
WOW, what a response! Thank you everyone. I have surfed and studied a lot today - Barbara in VA - 12:19am on 01/06/14

Sounds like a perfect solution. Can you share the hoppin john recipe? [NT] - Joe - 12:57am on 01/06/14

Joe, I've got 2 from Food 52 and will probably meld them somewhat. Both call for [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 9:07pm on 01/06/14

and the second one... [NT] [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 9:08pm on 01/06/14
I've not seen fresh this time of year. Don't be surprised if yours aren't dried that have been pre- - Curious1 - 3:29am on 01/07/14

Curious I do believe that you are absolutely correct. I bought them at Whole Foods - Barbara in VA - 11:55pm on 01/07/14

Thanks, Barbara. I love black eyed peas but I don't have many recipes for them. - Joe - 8:13pm on 01/07/14

this is really good - cyalexa2 - 2:56am on 01/08/14

this slocooker recipe is very similar to what I came up with. the OldBay would have been terrific - AngAk1 - 6:48pm on 01/08/14

Peanut Butter & Jelly on Toast. (Use the money you save to buy a lobster for yourself.) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 3:48am on 01/06/14

Ha! Then of course someone's bound to say they are allergic doncha know... - MariaDNoCA - 7:48am on 01/06/14

Wonderful! Thank-you for the recipes. Please post in menus - colleenmomof2 - 12:47pm on 01/06/14
Two thoughts (and perhaps people have already mentioned them): - ErininNY - 3:41pm on 01/06/14
What book are you discussing Barbara? [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:06pm on 01/06/14

Deb we picked a simple really quick read for Dec since everyone is so busy. And it was a real - Barbara in VA - 9:06pm on 01/06/14

...BOOK related chat....one of the members got it off her church book list... - Barbara in VA - 9:12pm on 01/06/14

A very cute movie to recommend - deb-in-MI - 11:49am on 01/07/14

Thanks Deb, I would love to see it and I will recommend it to the others too! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 11:50pm on 01/07/14

Do you get Netflix? - deb-in-MI - 11:29am on 01/08/14

we just got netflix----so late to this bandwagon. just learning the ins and outs. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:49pm on 01/08/14

You'll love it:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:16pm on 01/08/14

Thanks Barbara! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:39am on 01/07/14

just make a selection of a few items that they can choose. some protein some veggies. simple.don't - AngAk1 - 7:18pm on 01/06/14

If I were on the South Beach diet and had been invited to this book club gathering I - Janet in NC - 2:07am on 01/08/14

You're my kind of guest, Janet! [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:04pm on 01/10/14

25564. Scheherazade Casserole - vegetarian. This was delicious! - emtd - 2:57pm on 01/05/14 (6)

I googled Scheherazade expecting it to mean something food-related - cyalexa2 - 6:12pm on 01/05/14

I'm not very knowledgeable about beans -sorry. I'm sure someone - emtd - 6:17pm on 01/05/14

Since they are going to be pureed after soaking I don't think they would need to be cooked. [NT] - Joe - 7:17pm on 01/05/14

The Thousand and One Nights, baby! Or the Thousand and One Nights of Bulgur? :) [NT] - ErininNY - 2:15am on 01/06/14
Cracked wheat hot cereal. Cook then add butter, milk & sugar to taste. - Melissa Dallas - 12:02am on 01/07/14

good idea! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 3:18am on 01/07/14

25565. For cyelexa2 to help use up bulgar - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:51pm on 01/05/14 (2)

oops spelled your name wrong. sorry [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 10:55pm on 01/05/14
well with a name like that I certainly must give it a try - cyalexa2 - 11:27pm on 01/05/14

25566. Hey Joe...just a heads-up. I googled eat.at/swap on images and you et J.C showed up! [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:56pm on 01/05/14 (2)

Holy butter beans! We're famous. My pears are in the first row too. [NT] - Joe - 12:00am on 01/06/14
I love it!!! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:56am on 01/06/14

25567. Is there a secret for knowing which cookies freeze best, baked or unbaked? - Anna_X - 5:41pm on 01/06/14 (0)

25568. Made this Rec: Braised Spareribs with Rigatoni last night and really enjoyed it. [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 8:38pm on 01/06/14 (11)

I love to braise and this sounds so good. I wonder if this would work - KarenNoCA - 12:29am on 01/07/14

Yes, absolutely they'd work with baby back ribs, but I have to say, the spareribs I got - Pat-NoCal - 1:05am on 01/07/14

Thanks Pat, I rarely buy meat at Safeway, but I will take a look and see. - KarenNoCA - 12:51am on 01/08/14

Rarely shop there much anymore myself, only - Pat-NoCal - 3:01am on 01/08/14

Thank you for posting the recipe. [NT] - judy-mass - 2:10am on 01/07/14

When I try your link - judy-mass - 2:11am on 01/07/14

I get that sometimes too, Judy. Hopefully they'll fix the problem soon. :-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:53pm on 01/07/14
I think that site has trouble displaying in IE - you might consider trying a different browser if it - LisainLA - 5:54am on 01/08/14

I have IE and was able to open it just now. it opens to the reviews and just click on the recipe - AngAk1 - 6:55pm on 01/08/14
I use Firefox as my browser, but I also get the same message with IE. - judy-mass - 4:04pm on 01/09/14

mouthwatering! [NT] - AngAk1 - 3:58am on 01/07/14

25569. BBRrrrrrr.... It's cold outside! And getting colder. What's happening in your kitchen? [NT] - barb_b - 1:10am on 01/07/14 (23)

Grilled cheese and soup - and we are unseasonably warm here in So CA. - LisainLA - 1:19am on 01/07/14

I made tacos tonight and plan on hot cocoa tomorrow.... [NT] - barb_b - 1:27am on 01/07/14

And making Dawn's posted rec: Silver Palate's Cream of Tomato Soup [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 1:34am on 01/07/14

Barb, this freezes really well (no pun intended). I leave out the cream and add it after each thaw. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:35pm on 01/07/14

It was 4 degrees outside; I put it in styrofoam cups w/ a spoon and gave it to everyone... - barb_b - 1:25am on 01/08/14

I would love to have you as a neighbor! :D [NT] - LisainLA - 5:56am on 01/08/14
So lovely of you:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:30am on 01/08/14

So true. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:03pm on 01/08/14

Where do you live, again? And is anything for sale there?! ;) [NT] - ErininNY - 6:50pm on 01/08/14

It's a mouse free zone... : ) Love to have you! [NT] - barb_b - 9:41pm on 01/08/14

roasted a chicken with corn bread stuffing, steamed and mashed butternut squash, gravy and - Janet in NC - 2:45am on 01/07/14

Clean-out-the-freezer chicken-and-vegetable soup. (And two days of no mice! *evil cackle*) [NT] - ErininNY - 3:15am on 01/07/14
record warm up here too----reverse global warming! tacos tonight [NT] - AngAk1 - 3:57am on 01/07/14
We have over 2 ft. of snow...crazy cold...Pork Tenderloin with Gorgonzola Sauce - deb-in-MI - 11:38am on 01/07/14

There are crazy MI lighthouse pics all frozen over on facebook the past couple days. Nuts! [NT] - Carianna in WA - 9:59pm on 01/07/14

It's 28 degrees this morning at mid-coast Florida. We're having spicy corn chowder if I can figure - MarilynFL - 12:37pm on 01/07/14
Not so cold here buy cleaning out the freezer - just had a nice piece of fish sauteed with garlic... - elaine - 12:37pm on 01/07/14
This yummy Chicken in Mustard took the edge off the chill [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:31pm on 01/07/14

This sounds really good - I love chicken with mushrooms. [NT] - LisainLA - 5:59am on 01/08/14

Me too, Lisa. Have you tried this Mustard Pepper with Herb Sauce? Also very good [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:12pm on 01/08/14

drat, I meant Mustard Pepper Chicken with Herb Sauce ;-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:12pm on 01/08/14

I started off making a pot of vegetable beef barley soup---it's turned into a vat bcuz I just kept - wigs - 9:47pm on 01/07/14
I signed up for the bi-weekly produce box from Farm Fresh To YOU again, after a long hiaitus - Heather_in_SF - 11:27pm on 01/07/14

25570. Orchid- here is the chicken recipe [LINK] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:35am on 01/07/14 (1)

See! That's why I knew I needed to keep looking for it. This reads - orchid - 2:12pm on 01/07/14

25571. My Mom had a fun day yesterday. She was invited to go to her close friends home where they taped [LINK] - barb_b - 4:01pm on 01/07/14 (8)

What a neat experience! MayB yr mom can get those RECs frm her friend so U can post. [NT] - wigs - 7:14pm on 01/07/14
Aw that's nice, what a fun time for her. [NT] - orchid - 9:35pm on 01/07/14
Wow....what a treat. I can't even imagine a 'real' chef dealing with my 12' of counter space. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:25pm on 01/07/14

Trust me, they deal with much smaller spaces in the real world. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:03am on 01/08/14

Tr�s cool for your Mom, barb! [NT] - FloriSandy - 1:20am on 01/08/14
How fun! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:03am on 01/08/14
What a great day! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:37am on 01/08/14
So glad she had that wonderful experience! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:31am on 01/08/14

25572. Tried Bisquick Sausage-cheese muffins, much too heavy [LINK] - Anna_X - 5:37pm on 01/07/14 (7)

I know bisquick has its fans, but I am not one of them. Never liked the taste. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:56pm on 01/07/14

I agree mostly--there's a stale taste. But their pineapple upside-down cake can't be beat. I keep a - Joe - 2:37am on 01/08/14

me too and have adapted it by adding coconut, my husband's favorite dessert [NT] - cyalexa2 - 2:58am on 01/08/14

Cyalexa 2, would you share? Sounds like a good use the rest of the box. [NT] - Anna_X - 3:22am on 01/09/14

here's the coconut adaptation of the previously posted recipe - cyalexa2 - 12:29pm on 01/09/14

Love the pineapple-upside down cake - I need to make one soon! [NT] - LisainLA - 5:52am on 01/08/14
Hmmm. I've always made one from scratch, and get requests for it. - Michael in Phoenix - 6:16am on 01/08/14

25573. The world as we know it, may soon come to a screeching halt!! [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 2:49am on 01/08/14 (11)

LOL. Saw this on the news tonight. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:37am on 01/08/14
Velveeta is my favorite for gooey grilled cheese sammies. [NT] - LisainLA - 5:55am on 01/08/14

Lisa, I can send you some sodium citrate that will turn any cheese into Velvetta smoothness. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:26pm on 01/08/14
my fave sandwich too, and I openly admit it. and queso dip, and nachos. every once in awhile [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:27pm on 01/08/14

cheezen surely has something to add to this dilemna! cheezen?? [NT] - FloriSandy - 6:31am on 01/08/14
What will I do for calligraphy printing??? [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:26pm on 01/08/14

Say what now? [NT] - ErininNY - 6:49pm on 01/08/14

ya, you can carve Velvetta very easily and then either ink it or use embossing powder to press - MarilynFL - 7:26pm on 01/08/14

Fascinating! :) [NT] - ErininNY - 8:18pm on 01/08/14

Truly a cheesepocalypse!! Nothing like it for grilled cheese comfort food moments. [NT] - cheezz - 7:39pm on 01/08/14
It was stacked up in a solo display at Walmart the other day. No shortage there [NT] - Janet in NC - 1:50pm on 01/13/14

25574. RECS: Lots of lentils from today's Washington Post [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 2:13pm on 01/08/14 (2)

Their "Free Range" Wednesday chats are also great recipe and tip resources. [LINK] - ErininNY - 7:01pm on 01/08/14
Nice! I've bookmarked the Smoky Spicy Lentils and the Coconut Curry. - AngAk1 - 9:20pm on 01/08/14

25575. ISO: Pat No CA Your Spinach and Grilled Shrimp Salad was a big hit! [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 2:53pm on 01/08/14 (2)

Yayyyy! So glad it was well received. Love your extra toppings. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:08pm on 01/08/14
I sent the recipe on to my parents/sisters - thanks Pat & Barbara! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:29pm on 01/08/14

25576. ISO recipers using szechuan pepper? - Pam - 5:00pm on 01/08/14 (13)

Pam, I saw an episode of "Unique Sweets" where a bakery sprinkled ground pepper on donuts for - MarilynFL - 5:13pm on 01/08/14

Untried, but these sound good: Szechuan Pepper Salt Prawns (Shrimp) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:16pm on 01/08/14

Rec: Sichuan Style Stir-Fried Chinese Long Beans [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:26pm on 01/08/14

I'll try this. Long beans are popular here-I'm always trying to figure out new ways of cooking them [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:09pm on 01/08/14

Me too, Cathy. One recipe I served them with is Glazed Game Hens with Master Sauce [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 2:29am on 01/09/14

Huh. That looks pretty darn good. Into the "try" pile it goes. Thank you Pat [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:57am on 01/09/14
that sauce sounds marvelous! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:10pm on 01/09/14

Not T&T but you might want to have a look at these Sichuan Pepper recipes. [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:38pm on 01/08/14
These Spicy Sichuan Noodles (Dan Dan Mian) have been in my to-try-pile for a while, No idea where - Pat-NoCal - 5:53pm on 01/08/14

I love this - it is from CI May 2001 issue. I was thinking of this the other day - LisainLA - 5:50am on 01/09/14

Wonderful! Thank you for the source info, Lisa. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:04pm on 01/09/14

would those peppercorns work with the Black Pepper almond recipe? [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 9:04pm on 01/08/14
You can use it to make 5-Spice powder. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:56am on 01/10/14

25577. If you've got a bread machine with a "dough" cycle, this is quite lovely and easy - MarilynFL - 8:28pm on 01/08/14 (5)

Speaking of nutrolls, Thank You, CathyZ for your potica filling. I omitted the majority - MarilynFL - 8:31pm on 01/08/14

And--as ever--thank you, Marg in Canada for the nutmeg grinder. It worked perfectly. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:32pm on 01/08/14
Glad it was useful, Marilyn [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:40pm on 01/08/14
did you find the right combination of Soynuts to add? [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:06pm on 01/08/14

I found dried, unroasted unsalted soynuts at Nuts.com. Had a nice discussion with a researcher at UI - MarilynFL - 12:33pm on 01/09/14

25578. Is there a recipe index for Cooks Illustrated? I have issues from 2000 to 2006 and HATE - MarilynFL - 4:08pm on 01/09/14 (7)

Marilyn, Have a look here...... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 5:09pm on 01/09/14

ah, perfect. Of course, LM required a secure login and then hit me with - MarilynFL - 5:24pm on 01/09/14

Mar, I sent you the excel spreadsheet that was imbeaded in Gay's link. Hope that helps. [NT] - barb_b - 7:12pm on 01/09/14
huh, I tried downloading this at home and can see the spreadsheet, but my MAC say - MarilynFL - 1:00pm on 01/10/14

I have the same error, if I want to download on the mac; but I think it is printable. [NT] - barb_b - 2:40pm on 01/12/14

Same error on my home Dell, but I can see, search & zoom. So it works! Thanks Gay & Barb. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:14pm on 01/13/14

Thanks Gay, I didn't know that was out there. What I do is go to their site and - Curious1 - 5:23pm on 01/09/14

25579. Has anyone made croissants using Pepperidge Farms Puff Pastry sheets? - MarilynFL - 6:10pm on 01/09/14 (11)

I don't know how you would do that. Puff pastry has no yeast. Why not do turnovers with fruit & - Marg CDN2 - 6:59pm on 01/09/14

or a layered napolean kind of concoction. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:16pm on 01/09/14

Or Kings' Day Cake. You're only a couple days late. [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 7:29pm on 01/09/14

that looks so good Joe, thanks for posting. Marilyn, why don't you make - Janet in NC - 8:42pm on 01/09/14

Thanks all. I think I may try Joe's version, with following question: does my can of almond paste - MarilynFL - 12:53pm on 01/10/14

That 'cake' always interested me, in my Gaston Lenotre pastry book. He uses almond pastry cream for - Marg CDN2 - 7:11pm on 01/10/14
Marilyn, I'm sure you could wing it. I've never made it but it's a very simple dessert Here is one [LINK] - Joe - 11:22pm on 01/10/14

And check out those bakeries. Anyone else hear Paris calling???? Allo?? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:26am on 01/11/14
such a lovely cake for quite easy prep. very different oven temp between the 2 recipes. with puff - AngAk1 - 10:09pm on 01/13/14

With puff pastry, I would agree. [NT] - Joe - 6:39am on 01/14/14

Craving got shoved to the back burner when expensive "Sweet" cake didn't hit its marks. Thanks. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:54pm on 01/14/14

25580. FR video by comedienne Jeanne Robertson entitled 'Don't send a man to the grocery store!'(No offense [LINK] - wigs - 7:50pm on 01/09/14 (7)

Oh my lawd this is fabulous!!!! I have a freind whose DH starting going to the store-and it's this!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:34pm on 01/09/14

I figured there would be at least one person out there who could relate or who'd know of someone who - wigs - 2:49pm on 01/10/14

I do! Plus, I'm loving all her videos! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:06am on 01/11/14

She's brilliant. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:08pm on 01/10/14

I haven't seen you in a video, but your writing is as good or better! SO THERE! [NT] - SallyBR - 11:46pm on 01/10/14

Great observation, SallyBR....maybe MarilynFL can write a few comedy scripts for Jeanne. [NT] - wigs - 6:52pm on 01/11/14

I played this for my mom. She can't stop talking about it! Thanks for the laugh. [NT] - Traca - 7:03am on 01/12/14

25581. Ideas for entertaining in 2014 [LINK] - SallyBR - 8:45pm on 01/09/14 (21)

Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the kitchen... [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 8:55pm on 01/09/14

I do believe I tried the Frosted Ribbon Sandwich Loaf once for a luncheon. The hardest part was - Janet in NC - 10:35pm on 01/09/14

I'm so happy I never saw any of this "stuff"! Awk! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:35am on 01/10/14
No laughing, please, but about 12 yrs ago I actually had a lady call me to - wigs - 2:45pm on 01/10/14

They still sell something called blue congeal (sp?) at the popular - Janet in NC - 3:16pm on 01/10/14
I worked a few nights and weekends for an answering service in college and it was in the owner's - AngAk1 - 11:21pm on 01/11/14

I actually would love to try the Ribbon Loaf - and a few of the others. :D [NT] - LisainLA - 6:48am on 01/12/14

My oldest sister, back in Brazil... - SallyBR - 4:15pm on 01/10/14

Oh my how times have changed. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:20pm on 01/09/14

Yeah. Unfortunately, I remember most all of these awful things. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:59am on 01/10/14

Sadly, I remember more than I care to. A few of them, though, had me laughing so hard I had tears - Pat-NoCal - 1:48am on 01/10/14

I remember the banana candle from my childhood. Just the basics, no mayo. And then it would have - Curious1 - 2:55am on 01/10/14

I rember them from the Betty Crocker Cookbook when I was little. Yes, they still make MW - Melissa Dallas - 3:54am on 01/10/14

Love my MW. Not even sorry to say it :) [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:26pm on 01/11/14

I remember those 70s weight watcher recipes. Some quite awful. [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:23pm on 01/11/14

This is a hoot! Does anybody remember Sauce Aurturo? LOL [NT] - Marianne - 4:06am on 01/10/14
ah, #8 Suet Cup Steak Pudding looks like the 15-pound tumor I had removed years ago. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:03pm on 01/10/14

I think this will be my diet plan for 2014: pick one meal each day and eat only that (if I can... - MarilynFL - 1:08pm on 01/10/14

It's fascinating how we humans have progressed since: The Stone Age; The Copper Age; The Bronze Age; - FloriSandy - 1:40am on 01/11/14
Oy! [NT] - Sylvia - 3:58pm on 01/11/14
I bought a couple of these cookbooks at the used bookstore, my BFF and I laughed till we cried. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:22am on 01/12/14

25582. Free shipping on cocoa at King Arthur through Sunday [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:43pm on 01/10/14 (1)

Great article with this on the differences of each cocoa and how to use them all. [NT] [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 1:26pm on 01/11/14

25583. Trying to use my freezer more. Need tips. Does anyone do this? Crockpot prep frozen. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 2:02pm on 01/11/14 (10)

How are you doing Traca? [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:32pm on 01/11/14
You've been on my mind as well. Hopefully some everyday - emtd - 8:30pm on 01/11/14
Aww...thanks. I just got back from a 3,600 mile trip to my brother's funeral. The - Traca - 7:01am on 01/12/14

Very nice tribute. Sounds like he made this world a better place [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:29pm on 01/12/14

Amen. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:12pm on 01/13/14

This is so sad, Traca... - SallyBR - 6:45pm on 01/12/14
I've been thinking about you Traca and sorry you've had to deal with the loss of your brother. - FloriSandy - 3:22am on 01/13/14
Traca, I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. - PatBastrop - 2:31pm on 01/13/14
Sounds like a great service, sending you hugs dear. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 8:55pm on 01/15/14
It does sound nice, but not easy in the least...big hugs to you. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:34am on 01/17/14

25584. Great free app for photos - especially food photos. Snapseed from Google - deb-in-MI - 6:08pm on 01/11/14 (0)

25585. well, this was a rather expensive disappointment: Valerie Gordon's "Golden Butter Cake" from "Sweet" [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:57pm on 01/11/14 (6)

Here's the champagne ganache and an image of the cake: [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:01pm on 01/11/14

Here's a shot of my cake: baked in one pan, doubled ganache - MarilynFL - 1:21pm on 01/12/14

There's too little baking powder in this recipe - it should have about 1 Tbsp for that amount of - Meryl - 8:01pm on 01/11/14

I thought it was pretty small, but she bakes it in 3 pans and may not want it to rise much. Look - MarilynFL - 1:22pm on 01/12/14

I think part of it is preference.I am not much of a cake person & prefer dense cakes. - Melissa Dallas - 3:29pm on 01/12/14

Pound cake is the texture I was hoping for, since it has a pound of butter in it. But - MarilynFL - 12:35pm on 01/13/14

25586. Speaking of making something you won't try again. (Sorry, Mar about your cake) I am making - barb_b - 9:29pm on 01/11/14 (1)

Ok, this just made me laugh! You described it so well my nose is twitching [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:30pm on 01/11/14

25587. Updated boeuf bourguignon from ATK... REC: Modern Beef Burgundy [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 1:48am on 01/12/14 (1)

Yum, does this ever sound delicious. Thanks for posting! [NT] - wigs - 1:12pm on 01/18/14

25588. Sherry Braised Boneless Pork Loin Roast - Sylvia - 11:23am on 01/12/14 (2)

This does sound delightful. I love the flavor of sherry in sauces. I think... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:14pm on 01/13/14
oh boy, this sounds good. [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:20pm on 01/13/14

25589. Does anyone else besided me not like the way quinoa looks? . . . [LINK] - mistral - 12:19am on 01/13/14 (18)

Give it a year or two and it won't get any more press. It was the latest "miracle food", remember? - Michael in Phoenix - 1:16am on 01/13/14
now that you mention it, it does rather look like an embryonated parasite egg - cyalexa2 - 1:19am on 01/13/14

I like it as well. Not sure I would stuff a pork roast with it, would probably prefer to have it as - Pat-NoCal - 1:30am on 01/13/14

I like both colors in grain salads and in soups. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:11pm on 01/13/14

Especially the red quinoa. It looks like bugs to me. I quit buying it. [NT] - Traca - 3:05am on 01/13/14

I always thought they looked like spermatozoa>>which leads me to Woody Allen>>who makes me smile. - MarilynFL - 1:54am on 01/13/14

I was going to say they looked like those sex-ed vids I saw in the 6th grade... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:09pm on 01/13/14
Ha! was waiting for someone else to post this first---it's what I see too. but I do like quinoa, - AngAk1 - 10:26pm on 01/13/14

I find it pretty beautiful�. - SallyBR - 1:26pm on 01/13/14
I feel guilty about it and won't buy it after I saw a report the natives can no longer afford it... - MariaDNoCA - 9:18pm on 01/13/14

Apparently it is a bit more complicated... - SallyBR - 12:26am on 01/14/14

Interesting article... - MariaDNoCA - 4:19am on 01/14/14

Oh, I am not trying to convince you of the contrary� (more) - SallyBR - 1:24pm on 01/14/14

Ha, yes... - MariaDNoCA - 7:48pm on 01/14/14

Yes, count me in. It looks like I'm eating itty bitty polliwogs. But I do like the taste.. [NT] - Joe - 6:20am on 01/14/14
I overcooked wild rice once and that for sure looked like some sort of vermin. Shut my eyes and - wigs - 11:36am on 01/15/14
I love quinoa, it tastes nice to me (must be rinsed thoroughly) and - Heather_in_SF - 7:39pm on 01/15/14

Ha, and my experience with feeding birds has been they either ignore it or throw it on the ground. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:54pm on 01/16/14

25590. Looks tasty: Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Sriracha, from... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:14am on 01/14/14 (11)

ISO the leaves? I picked up an entire stalk at the farmer's market Saturday. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:32pm on 01/14/14

My supermarket had a stack of stalks last week. Seems the trend. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:49pm on 01/14/14
Seems to be an invalid URL [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:25pm on 01/14/14

We have been seeing thos whole stalk on the west coast for a few years now. - KarenNoCA - 4:28pm on 01/14/14

Same here. Have been buying them when I see them. I think the flavor - Pat-NoCal - 7:59pm on 01/14/14

The leaves are closest to collard greens. If they're not too old and tough you could cook them - Joe - 5:15pm on 01/15/14

Joe, Long Beach question - AngAk1 - 12:26am on 01/16/14

Sure! [NT] - Joe - 2:35am on 01/16/14

Cooked the greens and spouts last night. Greens cooked surprisingly fast... - MarilynFL - 12:50pm on 01/16/14

Forgot to try the sauce? What a sad ending to a feat of determinations. - Joe - 5:05pm on 01/16/14

Ha! it's like an urban legend---the tip to peel the stalk keeps getting passed on but no one tries - AngAk1 - 6:26pm on 01/17/14

25591. Have you visited these places in Northern CA? - cyalexa2 - 1:40pm on 01/14/14 (31)

Heather, Karen, Pat? I haven't been north of the GG in a while [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:35pm on 01/14/14
Sorry, Cindy, I haven't been to any of those places. Have heard good things - Pat-NoCal - 7:55pm on 01/14/14

I will most likely visit The Shed and will report! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 2:42am on 01/16/14

Oh darn, after reading the subject line I was all excited to say yes, - orchid - 8:15pm on 01/14/14

I LOVE the way that sounds... "I spent a week on a houseboat..." I have no - barb_b - 2:34pm on 01/15/14

I have not been to any of those places...however, many don't seem to know - KarenNoCA - 5:55pm on 01/15/14

Wow, Karen, we used to trail our sailboat up to Shasta and spend a week there - Heather_in_SF - 7:13pm on 01/15/14

Dought is everywhere here - Gov will call for drought emerg soon - MariaDNoCA - 10:21pm on 01/15/14

We water our lemon tree Maria, and have it on a feeding schedule too - KarenNoCA - 12:19am on 01/16/14

I've been watering it too - now - MariaDNoCA - 8:29pm on 01/16/14

I am admitting to serious citrus tree envy right now. serious. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:28pm on 01/17/14
My lemon tree was a dwarf when I bought it, but something happened - KarenNoCA - 12:46am on 01/18/14

I adore northern CA - cyalexa2 - 2:55am on 01/16/14

Do you live near the Drummond Ranch, also known as the Pioneer Woman, Ree Drummond - KarenNoCA - 12:48am on 01/18/14

Their ranch is in Pawhuska, about 90 miles east of here. - cyalexa2 - 2:39am on 01/18/14

Agreed. I understand she used to do PR in LA before moving to The Ranch. She's a great - Traca - 7:17pm on 01/18/14

that sounds relaxing [NT] - cyalexa2 - 2:43am on 01/16/14

I have heard the Shed is great, and so is the Oakland spice shop - Heather_in_SF - 7:10pm on 01/15/14

thanks for the info - cyalexa2 - 2:39am on 01/16/14

Yes, the mission district is safe during the day, with a few precautions: - Heather_in_SF - 8:55pm on 02/03/14

Thanks for the tips. I'm pretty sure no one will mistake me for a gang member! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 2:08am on 02/04/14

I have not been to the Barlow yet, but the individual stores(more) - daricem - 11:05pm on 01/15/14

I'll most likely go as I will be in nearby Petaluma. [NT] - cyalexa2 - 2:58am on 01/16/14

My friend is a former food reviewer and she's in SF this weekend. Said one of the best meals of her - Traca - 5:35pm on 01/19/14

thanks for the great tips - cyalexa2 - 2:24am on 01/20/14
looks like it will be tough to get a reservation - cyalexa2 - 2:52am on 01/21/14
Huh. Interesting. I'd go early. (I'd probably go at 5:15 for the 5:30 opening.) :) [NT] - Traca - 6:24am on 01/21/14

I should be able to get a reservation for Sunday or Monday 1/23 or 24 - cyalexa2 - 12:34pm on 01/21/14

that's 3/23 or 3/24; they book 2 mos in advance! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 1:22pm on 01/21/14
Sounds like it will be worth the effort. My friend does not dole out generous compliments like that. - Traca - 6:13am on 01/22/14

I LOVE State Bird! It's pretty close to my apartment. I like going there right after work, - Heather_in_SF - 8:58pm on 02/03/14

25592. From our local Zagat winner: Roasted Cauliflower Gratin from "Cress" [LINK] - MarilynFL - 8:14pm on 01/14/14 (1)

Yum! Pretty low-carb too [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:10pm on 01/14/14

25593. Free (today) Kindle Raw Food Cookbook (ran across this today) [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 9:58pm on 01/14/14 (0)

25594. ISO: South Beach treat help. I plan on bringing in warm cinnamon rolls - MarilynFL - 12:34pm on 01/16/14 (16)

Did a search on site--this looks like it might fit the bill [LINK] - MoNJ - 1:49pm on 01/16/14

I recall a veggie quiche and a frittata rec were suggested in phase 1. I will look for my book. - barb_b - 2:22pm on 01/16/14

Thanks Mo and barb. I probably won't do the muffin because that would mean buying soy flour. I - MarilynFL - 4:48pm on 01/16/14
Rec: Triple Decker Vegetable Omlet [LINK] - barb_b - 8:04pm on 01/16/14

Rec: Vegetable Quiche Cups to Go...... - barb_b - 8:09pm on 01/16/14

Rec: Light Spinach Frittata w/ Tomato Salsa [LINK] - barb_b - 8:15pm on 01/16/14

Rec: Cheesy Fritata for Phase 1. [LINK] - barb_b - 8:28pm on 01/16/14
I also used this recipe, but for some reason, it is not linking to directions,only ingredients. [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 8:47pm on 01/16/14

As a very seasoned South Beach dieter may I make a suggestion? - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:55am on 01/17/14

And if you make something else, others will feel uncomfortable. - colleenmomof2 - 11:04am on 01/17/14
Cathy, I shared with Geoff how well you and Richard and Melissa and so many others - MarilynFL - 1:24pm on 01/17/14

Hah. Love it. My DH is 6'6" too. First husband was 5'9". This is better. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:56pm on 01/17/14

Update: I made the cinnamon rolls last night, refrigerated unbaked, and baked this morning. - MarilynFL - 1:18pm on 01/17/14

See? And a hint for keeping stuff warm - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:00pm on 01/17/14

coolers work well too, for keeping stuff warm [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:33pm on 01/17/14

Extremely thoughtful of you to think of him. I'd be honored. :) [NT] - Traca - 7:11pm on 01/18/14

25595. Anyone ready 4 spring? REC Coconut Berry Tart [IMAGE] - wigs - 1:41pm on 01/16/14 (6)

this may be the new coconut dessert I've been seeking - cyalexa2 - 5:13pm on 01/16/14
Spring? We haven't had winter yet...but it does look delish. :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:36am on 01/17/14

You lucky duck! It's snowing again in southern Indiana even as I write this. Our first big dump was - wigs - 1:03pm on 01/18/14

I think you've had a worse winter than we have had! here's my snowpuppy to cheer you. [NT] [IMAGE] - AngAk1 - 7:14pm on 01/20/14

Awwwww...what a cute face?! My Jack Russell would be shivering to death - he's such a wimp :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:43pm on 01/20/14

I'm having a problem with this recipe, going to have to punt - cyalexa2 - 6:04pm on 01/21/14

25596. Has anyone tried this Einhorn bread mix? It's $15 for 2 loaves and supposedly [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:16pm on 01/16/14 (0)

25597. Model Bakery? Has anyone purchased their food or used their cookbook? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:14pm on 01/16/14 (7)

Yes, I've been to Model bakery in Napa a number of times. The english muffins - Pat-NoCal - 5:40pm on 01/16/14

Damn. I was hoping it was over-blown. Okay...it gets the 3-recipe test then. Thanks Pat! [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:13pm on 01/16/14

REC: Here's their Berries and Cream Cake plus Morning Glory Muffins [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:01pm on 01/16/14

REC: The Model Bakery�s English Muffins [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:07pm on 01/16/14

Slide show of some pastries and the bakery >>> [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:18pm on 01/16/14

I used Model's pecan roll filling/pan coating for the cinnamon rolls this morning. - MarilynFL - 1:32pm on 01/17/14

Next time make a "hot box".... - MariaDNoCA - 6:06pm on 01/17/14

25598. Look at this totally decadent Double Chocolate Bread Pudding from Rockfish Grill [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 12:02am on 01/17/14 (1)

now this might be my bookclub dessert this year. My book is Letters of a Woman Homesteader - AngAk1 - 6:45pm on 01/17/14

25599. Rec: VERY Easy and very good - Mango Chutney Chicken Curry - deb-in-MI - 12:37am on 01/17/14 (1)

THis sounds yummy! Thanks for posting this recipe, Deb. [NT] - barb_b - 1:37pm on 01/17/14