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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

23549. Kermit's Rice Krispy Oatmeal Cookie Bars - Traca - 10:43pm on 12/30/12 (4)

What would happen if you left out the coconut? How to adjust? [NT] - Janet in NC - 11:00pm on 12/30/12

Just leave it out. You don't have to adjust for it. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:25am on 12/31/12

Thanks! [NT] - Janet in NC - 2:41pm on 12/31/12

what a heartwarming story. thanks for sharing, Traca. [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:04pm on 01/02/13

23550. Can we add a 'Like' and/or 'Love' button? I wanted to Like the jalapeno crackers [NT] - Music City Missy - 10:56pm on 12/30/12 (5)

Did you make them? [NT] - Meryl - 11:20pm on 12/30/12
No but I want to [NT] - Music City Missy - 12:28am on 12/31/12
I personally don't like those Like buttons, I think it abbreviates the conversation, - Heather_in_SF - 7:34am on 01/02/13

I totally agree. [NT] - Meryl - 9:15am on 01/02/13
LIKE! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 6:34am on 01/03/13

23551. FYI: The sugar can be reduced by at least 50% in the Reese's Bars [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:14pm on 12/30/12 (2)

THANK YOU! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:23pm on 12/30/12

You're welcome. Thanks for bringing this one to my attention (& thanks to Dawn) [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:09am on 12/31/12

23552. Greetings from our Christmas cactus [who took its name to heart and bloomed that very day.] - MarilynFL - 11:47pm on 12/30/12 (13)

Bravo...clap, clap, clap! What a performance!!!! [NT] - orchid - 12:06am on 12/31/12
WOW - beautiful. I've always loved Christmas cacti. Didn't get one this year. - Music City Missy - 12:27am on 12/31/12
Oh that's so pretty! Mom use to have one every year...thanks for sharing! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:03am on 12/31/12
Beautiful . [NT] - Elenor - 1:43am on 12/31/12
How lovely! [NT] - Lana in FL - 2:39am on 12/31/12
That is just gorgeous! [NT] - Anna_X - 4:26am on 12/31/12
That was my morning smile! Thx for posting! [NT] - barb_b - 10:50am on 12/31/12
Beautiful! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:22pm on 12/31/12
WOW! that is just beatuiful! We have one the same color and it blooms on cue too.. - Barbara in VA - 2:03pm on 12/31/12
Gorgeous! [NT] - cheezz - 7:41pm on 12/31/12
Beautiful.... now did you know that in Brazil.... - SallyBR - 8:14pm on 12/31/12
That is exquisite!! [NT] - Lucegoosejoanie - 10:20pm on 12/31/12
stunning! [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:07pm on 01/02/13

23553. Sounds crazy but has anybody heard of or tried these? [LINK] - Tessie in Cincy - 1:14am on 12/31/12 (2)

Ewww. Pickled jalapenos and peanut butter? [NT] - Traca - 1:41am on 12/31/12

The spicy/salty/creamy effect probably makes this good. - LisainLA - 5:57pm on 12/31/12

23554. ISO Chinese Custard Tarts like in SF Chinatown - Music City Missy - 4:50am on 12/31/12 (2)

This looks like what you're trying to find [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 12:50pm on 12/31/12

You can also try searching for Portuguese egg tart recipe, very similar. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:03pm on 12/31/12

23555. For your amusement, our effectively traditional but not particularly innovative, New Year's Day menu - Steve2 in LA - 8:04am on 12/31/12 (12)

Your menu sounds great. Makes me wish I lived in your neighborhood :-) [NT] - EvaN - 12:06pm on 12/31/12

No S***!, me too! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:57pm on 12/31/12

I made Fried Chicken & Collars Saturday night - Yum! But i can eat it again w/ you!!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:24pm on 12/31/12
Yum! Minus the andouille & bourbon it could be Sunday lunch at my Granny's. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 7:41pm on 12/31/12

I'm a big fan of the andouille AND bourbon. (Not necessarily in THAT order.) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:53pm on 12/31/12

Me too, but she'd never heard of andouille I'm sure & way too Baptist for the booze. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:24am on 01/01/13

My comfort food growing up too! Most Californians have never tasted such delicacies :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:49pm on 12/31/12

After nearly 30 years of marriage to a Southern Belle, I've had no choice but to adapt. (And me a - Steve2 in LA - 11:58pm on 12/31/12

My hubby is Japanese and now prefers Indian or Mexican...ancestors are rolling over in their graves [NT] - cheezz - 12:50am on 01/02/13
speaking of "slap yo mamma", have you tried these seasonings? quite good [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 9:19pm on 01/02/13

Wow! My mouth is watering..... [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:43pm on 12/31/12
Mmm, that sounds good from beginning to the end...Happy New Year to you. [NT] - Lucegoosejoanie - 10:24pm on 12/31/12

23556. coconut cream pie report [IMAGE] - cyalexa2 - 1:29pm on 12/31/12 (5)

That looks really great, and delicious! Nice work! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:24pm on 12/31/12
Very nice job and a suggestion for next time - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:21pm on 12/31/12

Thanks for the tips, I need all the help I can get! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 7:26pm on 12/31/12

No you don't- that is a beautiful pie- it looks professional. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:38pm on 12/31/12

You're too kind! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 10:42pm on 12/31/12

23557. NFRQ What are your plans for New Years Eve? We are - DawnNYS - 8:28pm on 12/31/12 (21)

We are heading across the street for a neighborhood get together. I am bringing Pepper-Glazed Goat [LINK] - barb_b - 8:54pm on 12/31/12

Your food choices are always so interesting and I first thought "Wow, barb is - orchid - 11:14pm on 12/31/12

Orchid, that is so funny!! I will think of you when I eat my lil stash that I did not - barb_b - 12:54pm on 01/01/13

We weren't going to do anything, but Jacques woke up wanting blinis with smoked salmon, [LINK] - Joe - 10:03pm on 12/31/12
We are off to friends who are up the hill so we will see two lots of fireworks.... - Lucegoosejoanie - 10:32pm on 12/31/12

In my world, this would take ages to make :-) [NT] - EvaN - 10:50am on 01/01/13

that's what I was thinking Eva---might have to revisit baklava and other phyllo recipes [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:25pm on 01/02/13

LOL, I read "phyllo projects" and thought, that's a good way of putting it :-D [NT] - EvaN - 11:40am on 01/06/13

We're strapping on our kevlar pajamas & huddling in a room with no outside walls, 'til after midnite - Steve2 in LA - 11:49pm on 12/31/12

Here too... [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:24am on 01/01/13

Party & Home - Best of both worlds! - Earnie - 4:52am on 01/01/13
My friends invited themselves to a party at my house. - EvaN - 10:54am on 01/01/13

Sounds so pretty! Your meal sounds lovely! [NT] - barb_b - 12:57pm on 01/01/13
just lovely. [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:26pm on 01/02/13

we go "up north" to some cabins with a bunch of friends for snowmachining and potluck and fireworks - AngAk1 - 9:28pm on 01/02/13

Snowmachining?? [NT] - cheezz - 7:30pm on 01/03/13

that's what we call it up here---you lower 48-ers will call it snowmobiling. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:51pm on 01/03/13

Down here a snow machine is a giant rainbird-like thing that spays water over barren ski slopes - Joe - 9:06pm on 01/03/13

I grew up with knowing only "snowmobiles", when I moved up here, I kept getting corrected, big time - AngAk1 - 3:18am on 01/04/13

here's a column in today's newspaper---about snowmachines [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 4:19am on 01/04/13

I love driving the snowmachine. Unfortunately, it's not legal to drive them here - EvaN - 11:45am on 01/06/13

23558. What are your favorite recipes of 2012? Mine are: - Meryl - 9:20pm on 12/31/12 (19)

Za'tar onion, tomato pizzas, grilled calamari stuffed with feta, haloumi and custard baklavas. [NT] - Lucegoosejoanie - 10:36pm on 12/31/12

can't edit - no, not stuffed with custard baklavas - of course :) [NT] - Lucegoosejoanie - 10:37pm on 12/31/12

Hey, Joanie, you can edit the subject now! [NT] - Meryl - 10:52pm on 12/31/12

I can't seem to find the custard baklava recipe in the search - is it here somewhere? thx! :) [NT] - michelle - 3:00pm on 01/01/13

The custard baklava are not in there anywhere...there are quite a few on line.... - Lucegoosejoanie - 10:52pm on 01/03/13

I just got some za'tar, think ill try it on pizza, great idea! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:27am on 01/02/13

Cranberry Sauce with Port and Dried Figs, Slow-Baked Beans with Kale [NT] - cyalexa2 - 10:46pm on 12/31/12
I think my Bollito Misto New Years Eve dinner made it to the top. - EvaN - 12:50am on 01/01/13

I told you so! I'd say 'I hate to say 'I told you so'" but in fact I love it. Congratulations. - Joe - 6:29am on 01/01/13

Thank you for believing in me, Joe. I had never made it before so I was a little - EvaN - 10:46am on 01/01/13

Joe's Cold Lebanese Chicken [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 1:16pm on 01/01/13
Thai Green Chicken Curry knocked my socks off in 2012 - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:52pm on 01/01/13
Mole Poblano. It was daunting the first time. Much easier the second time. [LINK] - Joe - 8:21pm on 01/01/13

The recipe looks scary :-). But reading it made my mouth water :-D [NT] - EvaN - 11:52pm on 01/01/13

You should try it--it's not so hard if you measure everything first, and make it a day or two ahead. - Joe - 4:49am on 01/02/13

LOL, okay - I'll need something to impress my guests next New Years Eve. - EvaN - 10:57am on 01/02/13

That gives you a whole year to master it, but while I applaud your ambition - Joe - 5:59pm on 01/02/13

I like how your mind works, Joe ;-). Unfortunately, they impress me on a regular basis - EvaN - 11:47am on 01/06/13

My friend Biggie made me the most delicious Thai curry when I was recuperating at her place [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 8:01pm on 01/02/13

23559. Happy New Year to you all...tomorrow we join in that crazy Dutch tradition; only it is warm here not - Lucegoosejoanie - 10:46pm on 12/31/12 (3)

Happy New Year! [NT] - Meryl - 10:53pm on 12/31/12
Happy New Year :-) - EvaN - 12:47am on 01/01/13
Happy New Year! - Earnie - 4:48am on 01/01/13

23560. Here is a great way to use leftover ham. - rhoward2va - 11:25pm on 12/31/12 (1)

Thanks rhoward, you read my mind! [NT] - DawnNYS - 5:21pm on 01/01/13

23561. Bollito Misto - here's what I did. - EvaN - 10:13am on 01/01/13 (11)

Gorgonzola sauce - EvaN - 10:14am on 01/01/13
Tomato Sauce - EvaN - 10:17am on 01/01/13
Salsa Verde - EvaN - 10:27am on 01/01/13
Garlic sauce - EvaN - 10:31am on 01/01/13
Gravy sauce - EvaN - 10:35am on 01/01/13
Italian carrots - EvaN - 10:40am on 01/01/13
Potatoes - EvaN - 10:43am on 01/01/13

Congratulations Eva- your Bollito Misto was a great success. Great looking sauces. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:54pm on 01/01/13
Wonderful. I'm very impressed that you posted the recipes before retiring. That's what I call - Joe - 8:28pm on 01/01/13

This sounds fantastic...well done. [NT] - Lucegoosejoanie - 10:55pm on 01/03/13
I guess it is something like making sauces for a meat fondu...an old fav we haven't done in awhile. [NT] - Lucegoosejoanie - 10:57pm on 01/03/13

23562. Happy New Year, wishing everyone a year filled with good health, happiness, fun and great cooking. [NT] - Sylvia - 11:06am on 01/01/13 (11)

Feliz a�o nuevo a todos mis amigos aqu� y piezas desconocidas. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:19am on 01/01/13
Happy New Year!! Sausage gravy & biscuits for breakfast. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 2:58pm on 01/01/13

Happy New Year. We stared 2013 with Tiramisu :-) - EvaN - 3:45pm on 01/01/13

Wishing 2013 will be the best year for all :-) Happy New Year everyone! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 3:52pm on 01/01/13

Breakfast of Champions! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 4:29pm on 01/01/13

This should be under Eva's post. :~} [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 5:02pm on 01/01/13

Too funny. My DH used the exact same words :-D [NT] - EvaN - 6:09pm on 01/01/13

Couldn't have said it better, Sylvia. Ditto to all. [NT] - Marianne - 3:05am on 01/02/13
Happy New Year to everyone here, too. We had sweet potato pancakes with pecans - DawnNYS - 10:23pm on 01/02/13

sweet potato pancakes - cyalexa2 - 1:19am on 01/03/13

Sure... they aren't the hash brown-type, crispy, fried ones, like latkes. They are more - DawnNYS - 10:19pm on 01/05/13

23563. Happy New Year dear friends! So what fun cooking things did you get for Christmas? - Melissa Dallas - 2:57pm on 01/01/13 (27)

Nothing for me, but I got a child's apron and oven mitts for Liam. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:11pm on 01/01/13

How cute. I have really tiny hands too. I found the best leather work gloves - Melissa Dallas - 3:30pm on 01/01/13

That's good to know--I can't find leather gloves to fit. Will look there. :) [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:21pm on 01/01/13

no cooking things - BonnieinHolland - 3:19pm on 01/01/13

Yum is right! I didn't get any booze this year. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:31pm on 01/01/13

I got six spoons :-) - EvaN - 3:26pm on 01/01/13

I forgot, I also got a pretty wooden spoon hand-carved by a local guy that really "fits" in my hand. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:32pm on 01/01/13

That sounds like an awesome gift, Melissa :-) [NT] - EvaN - 3:46pm on 01/01/13
Oh Melissa, how nice! You will cherish that spoon I am sure. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 3:50pm on 01/01/13
I also received 2 handcarved wooden spoons from my DH's co-worker. a special gift. - AngAk1 - 9:43pm on 01/02/13

Of course wine is related. . . My husband totally suprised me by. . . - mistral - 5:43pm on 01/01/13

I think that with this site in mind, computers can absolutely be cooking related ;-) [NT] - EvaN - 6:12pm on 01/01/13

Fave gift wasn't for me (in theory) - 8" Global chef's knife. I got it for the hubs. [NT] - Carianna in WA - 3:36pm on 01/01/13
Very lucky to have received a 6qt shallow All Clad saute pan!!!! I can't wait to use it... - Barbara in VA - 3:48pm on 01/01/13
Got several Nigel Slater books. He just writes so beautifully about food. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:58pm on 01/01/13
I received a large (relatively speaking) jar of good saffron to replace the one lost in move. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:41pm on 01/01/13
A gift certificate to Sur la Table. [NT] - Joe - 8:05pm on 01/01/13
My boss gave me a tagine by Emile Henri in flame red, with some fancy couscous, - Heather_in_SF - 7:19am on 01/02/13
I finally wore down Larry's refusal to buy me anything "practical" and received - MarilynFL - 5:39pm on 01/02/13

Mar, have you ever done the bacon in the oven? Oven bacon=flat bacon. [NT] - orchid - 8:09pm on 01/02/13

Yes, if I'm doing a whole package. But for 3-4, I use a pan and it always curls. No longer! - MarilynFL - 8:35pm on 01/02/13

One time a couple of years ago, I grabbed another nearby slightly smaller pan and - DawnNYS - 9:48pm on 01/02/13

A cute set of ceramic gingerbread measuring spoons to match a gingerbread spatua [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:18pm on 01/02/13

I want to see a picture of those, and Melissa Dallas's carved spoon! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 11:54pm on 01/02/13

Hi Heather, picture below... - DawnNYS - 8:57pm on 01/05/13

And here's the other one - DawnNYS - 9:03pm on 01/05/13

Those are so adorable!!! Automatic grin!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 11:05pm on 01/08/13

23564. Having a festive family lunch on Sat. I am kind of going Italian.. - elaine - 4:41pm on 01/01/13 (4)

You can bake root vegetables and serve them with cooked lentils. It goes great with rice :-) - EvaN - 6:13pm on 01/01/13
What about the filling in this post, stuffed pasta shells w/ a simple marinara? [LINK] - Traca - 5:43am on 01/02/13

Oops. I mean: the filling used to stuff pasta shells. [NT] - Traca - 5:45am on 01/02/13

Also on the stuffed theme--stuffed pepper halves or stuffed portabellas. It would be a vegetarian - Joe - 4:14pm on 01/02/13

23565. REC: Festive Pomegranate Gelee' [LINK] - SallyBR - 6:04pm on 01/01/13 (3)

What an incredible sounding dessert, I do hope you write about it. - Heather_in_SF - 7:17pm on 01/02/13

Scheduled for Jan 4th, one minute past midnight, Central time ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 10:09pm on 01/02/13

Wonderful! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 11:42pm on 01/02/13

23566. Erin, I tried your Pear Crumble with Crystallized Ginger for New Year's Eve. [LINK] - Joe - 8:16pm on 01/01/13 (3)

Oh, great! Wish I could remember where I'd seen those. [NT] - ErininNY - 4:19am on 01/02/13

Erin, it may not be where you saw it, but the crumble is a highly rated Epicurious recipe. See link [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:04pm on 01/02/13

Oh, that's probably where I got it. Good sleuthing! :) [NT] - ErininNY - 1:54am on 01/06/13

23567. Double thumbs up on Orchid's posted rec: Sweet and Hot Mustard I followed the rec; and made 6 [LINK] - barb_b - 8:46pm on 01/01/13 (4)

Also gave my tea group Cyns posted rec: Bacon Jam!~ This also rec'd rave reviews. dh had quite [LINK] - barb_b - 8:52pm on 01/01/13

Amazing isn't it? I have half a jar left...had grassini, blue cheese and jam for lunch. - CynUpstateNY - 9:56pm on 01/01/13

Oh, I'm thrilled you gave it a go! I have wanted someone to make - orchid - 9:42pm on 01/01/13

I cooked it over a double broiler for about 7-8 minutes.I could not find my thermometer; it turned - barb_b - 12:19am on 01/02/13

23568. I know we addressed this before but I forgot: How long will "whipped" cream last in the fridge - deb-in-MI - 10:07pm on 01/01/13 (4)

Easily 3 days for me. I add 1 tsp cornstarch per half cup cream when I whip it [NT] - cheezz - 1:01am on 01/02/13
I use confectioner's sugar, which has cornstarch in it. It lasts at least 3 days, usually more. [NT] - Meryl - 1:25am on 01/02/13
Wonderful - thank you!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:24am on 01/02/13
If it gets "weepy" drain off the excess fluid and GENTLY rewhip. You won't be able to go to stiff - MarilynFL - 6:06pm on 01/02/13

23569. Can't wait to try these: Vegetarian balls with lentils [LINK] - EvaN - 11:36pm on 01/01/13 (2)

It's funny. The recipe calls them "meatballs" three times. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:21pm on 01/02/13
Hmmm, these veggie balls came out a little dry..... - EvaN - 9:31am on 01/12/13

23570. I see Sprouts has ground bison, ostrich and kangaroo - has anyone cooked with these? [NT] - cheezz - 12:34am on 01/02/13 (1)

I've had bison roast & really liked it, but haven't cooked with the ground. - Melissa Dallas - 1:07am on 01/02/13

23571. I had to buy this beet, it was just too huge to not take home! - Heather_in_SF - 7:25am on 01/02/13 (19)

Slice in quarters and roast, then dice and use in salad layered with goat cheese and greens. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:18pm on 01/02/13

That is exactly what I was thinking!! I hated to post it, because I have been on a goat - barb_b - 5:38pm on 01/02/13

That is one of my favorite salads too! I weighed the beet, it's 5.2 pounds. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:14pm on 01/02/13

Forgot to mention the farmer said it should be used for home defense then eaten to hide the evidence - Heather_in_SF - 4:57pm on 01/02/13

--And if you peel it before defending your home with it, you will stain the bad guys. . . - mistral - 5:38pm on 01/02/13

bwahahaaaa! Yes! After laughing so hard at that remark I had to buy it. Had to! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:15pm on 01/02/13
hey mistral, did you get your sodium citrate...or did I screw up your address too? - MarilynFL - 7:43pm on 01/02/13

Marilyn, yes I did get it. . . - mistral - 8:39pm on 01/02/13

Good. Enjoy. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:24am on 01/03/13

How was it on the inside when you cut into it? - KarenNoCA - 5:18pm on 01/03/13

I haven't used it yet, maybe tomorrow night... - Heather_in_SF - 7:38am on 01/04/13

Is that a beet or The Hammer of Thor?! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:46pm on 01/03/13

I sent that picture to my Russian friend, she's calling it a beetaloupe - Heather_in_SF - 7:40am on 01/04/13

More like "Beet-Zilla!". [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:25pm on 01/04/13

Got this great recipe, for smaller beets haha: REC: CHIOGGIA BEETS WITH ROGUE SMOKEY BLUE CHEESE & - Heather_in_SF - 11:43pm on 01/04/13
Heather, I loved your blog post on the diner en blanc. Good luck with the beet! [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:59pm on 01/06/13

Yes, me too. Heather often leaves me wanting more photos and this - orchid - 11:23pm on 01/06/13

Aw thanks you guys!! That's so sweet of you. - Heather_in_SF - 11:07pm on 01/08/13

Heather, one of my favorite posts that you did was about riding the - orchid - 12:46am on 01/09/13

23572. Refrigerator salad: DH loved our lunch salad yesterday he made me promise to post it here... - Barbara in VA - 1:55pm on 01/02/13 (2)

It does sound pretty and delicious Barbara! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:30pm on 01/02/13
I love salads! What a great use of leftovers and wonderful combination of flavors. Biggest - barb_b - 5:35pm on 01/02/13

23573. Interesting article on the food of Downton Abbey. [NT] [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:56pm on 01/02/13 (4)

This was really fun, I am quite fond of aspics myself. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:57pm on 01/02/13
yay, can't wait for Sunday night! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:11pm on 01/02/13

We just finished re-watching Season 2. Still cried even though I knew what would happen. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:22am on 01/03/13
Me either! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:45pm on 01/03/13

23574. cheezz, I just saw the Downton GBH. Holy Royal Icing! - MarilynFL - 5:13pm on 01/02/13 (1)

"...flour inside his bra." -- or at least he didn't mention it :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:15pm on 01/03/13

23575. Just made a HUGE mess! Making cinnamon raisin bread and using the KA mixer. - CynUpstateNY - 5:20pm on 01/02/13 (7)

I have done that MANY times especially when . . . - mistral - 5:34pm on 01/02/13
ugh! I did that last time when I made walnut bread. those bleach wipes helped get the spring part - Heather_in_SF - 7:13pm on 01/02/13

ahem, I just let the dough dry on the spring and then tap it to crack it out. . . - mistral - 8:36pm on 01/02/13

Guess we're both lazy 'cause that's just what I did ;-) [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:49pm on 01/02/13
Oh jeez, brilliant.... [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 6:59am on 01/03/13

Yikes, thanks for the warning!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 11:41pm on 01/02/13
Bread is delicious! And the house smells wonderful. [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 12:44am on 01/03/13

23576. Fellow Downton Abby lovers, here's a menu for premiere night: [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 5:53pm on 01/02/13 (2)

Cute idea... I want to lick the screen, especially the Fig and Blue Cheese Savouries - DawnNYS - 9:35pm on 01/02/13

I'm addicted to this show, about the only decent (very) that we can watch here Sunday nights. [NT] - Lucegoosejoanie - 11:04pm on 01/03/13

23577. Speaking of KA mixers... I'm so pi$$ed! My Pro 600, purchased last... - Michael in Phoenix - 8:45pm on 01/02/13 (17)

Holy Moly!! I'd be ticked off, too! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:48pm on 01/02/13
Let us know how they handle it.. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:32pm on 01/02/13
You've just had that one a year or two haven't you? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:29pm on 01/02/13

I'm digging for the receipt now. I think I got it last March or April. Not even a year old! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:04pm on 01/02/13

Bummer. Here's the post where you bought it from Macy's with date. Good luck! [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:20am on 01/03/13

Yup. Thanks Marilyn! I did find the receipt and called Macy's. I wanted... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:22am on 01/03/13

Just saw this and glad you got a new one. Good for Macys! [NT] - Curious1 - 2:51am on 01/03/13
Glad they came through for you...made me wish I hadn't bought direct..or a refurb - MariaDNoCA - 11:44pm on 01/03/13

Whoa... How awful.. RIP. I've noticed my new Artisan KA mixer is - Heather_in_SF - 11:46pm on 01/02/13
Do some research on line. I remember posts a couple of years ago, - Curious1 - 2:22am on 01/03/13

The guy at Macy's said one of the issues is that these mixers sometimes... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:25am on 01/03/13

Go gettum, Michael. I sold my 40 yr old KA mixer to buy an Anniversary model not too many years ago - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:23am on 01/03/13

I'm keeping both. The smaller one is great for smaller recipes... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:32am on 01/03/13

My 1st career was in retail. Take the machine back to Macy's and tell them you don't - Traca - 4:30am on 01/03/13

Doh! I missed your update above. Glad it all worked out. :) [NT] - Traca - 5:43am on 01/03/13

Yeah, they were extra good. I just hope this one lasts! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:20am on 01/03/13

this would be good PR for Macys. I would shop there---if I had one closer than 1450 airmiles [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:11pm on 01/03/13

23578. ISO help from yard sale fans: In a moment of sleepless GBH baking, I must - MarilynFL - 2:30am on 01/03/13 (27)

Have you checked eBay? I bought an identical bundt pan last month... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:34am on 01/03/13

No. I was just so bummed, it only occurred to me moments ago that you all might help me find it. - MarilynFL - 2:38am on 01/03/13
Anything HERE>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:42am on 01/03/13

Dis looks like dem. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:44am on 01/03/13
The first one is it! The set for $9! Amazing! That would take care of the 3/4 C. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:56am on 01/03/13

I can't bid. I'm self-blocked from ebay. Can you get it for me?? [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:47pm on 01/03/13

Wouldn't that make me an "enabler"? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:58pm on 01/03/13

{waving a jar of Dyslexic sauce in front of my monitor....} - MarilynFL - 3:23pm on 01/03/13

Looks like Sally has you covered. She's WAY more efficient at this... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:23pm on 01/03/13

I'm glad you found them on eBay because I have the complete orange set and I would send it to you... - Michael in Sarasota - 3:20am on 01/03/13

Ya, and here I thought I was just old. Turns out I'm vintage. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:41pm on 01/03/13

Speaking of "vintage", we have the original 1954 cabinets in our kitchen. - Michael in Phoenix - 11:02pm on 01/03/13

kids....they're too smart nowadays :) [NT] - cheezz - 2:03am on 01/04/13

Let me know if you do not win the bid. I have the "Orange" one in "Yellow". Unfortunately, I can't - barb_b - 12:44pm on 01/03/13

Can't bid on ebay, Barb. I needed an intervention to stop going out there so much. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:52pm on 01/03/13

I can get them for you, drop me an email if you want me to bid... - SallyBR - 2:58pm on 01/03/13

You're too funny! I thought you were joking about being blocked. I will send you an email of mine - barb_b - 4:31pm on 01/03/13
Sally...email sent! Thank you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:16pm on 01/03/13

Bid is done! 4 days to go..... :-) [NT] - SallyBR - 7:02pm on 01/03/13

OH if you are blocked on eBay then don't EVER go to Proxibid, RubyLane, Etsy, or AuctionZip!!! - Music City Missy - 4:02am on 01/04/13

My fingers are twitching, I tell you! Would you like to search for BLUE RUBBERMAID 4-piece measuring - MarilynFL - 3:36pm on 01/04/13

Darn it!!! Not finding Rubbermaid ones but found a Bohemian glass one for Richard!!! - Music City Missy - 5:21am on 01/05/13

I would be afraid to use them! :) [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 7:48pm on 01/07/13

I will cross my fingers for you, Marilyn XXX :-) [NT] - EvaN - 11:54am on 01/06/13
Marilyn! Lots of sets on eBay - scroll to near bottom and there's a buy-it-now [LINK] - cheezz - 6:32am on 01/08/13

Ah...that $3.49 didn't include the 3/4 cup [NT] - cheezz - 6:34am on 01/08/13

$8 plus $2.75 shipping at Etsy set is missing the 1/4 cup [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 6:43am on 01/08/13

23579. Here's my New Year's gift to you: our river dolphins out for a swim. Pompano was on the menu. - MarilynFL - 2:34am on 01/03/13 (6)

Makes me think of The Prince of Tides & the white river dolphin. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:46am on 01/03/13
Thanks for sharing. I so love dolphins and whales. [NT] - elaine - 4:18am on 01/03/13
My morning smile! Tx for posting [NT] - barb_b - 12:31pm on 01/03/13
just lovely this january morning. [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:15pm on 01/03/13
Wonderful, makes me happy to see dolphins free. [NT] - Lucegoosejoanie - 11:05pm on 01/03/13
How fun! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:40pm on 01/03/13

23580. Remember Hamzilla? REC: Ham and Gruyere Chowder with Wild Rice [LINK] - Carianna in WA - 3:05am on 01/03/13 (2)

Good Gracious! That looks SO GOOD. Thanks Carianna! I'm gonna make this Friday. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:19am on 01/03/13

I hope you like it as much as I did! :) [NT] - Carianna in WA - 10:02pm on 01/03/13

23581. REC: AMAZING Brownie Cookies;after 19 yrs of DH having a sole fav cookie, he declares a contender!! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 11:55am on 01/03/13 (14)

Printed!! In spite of having a couple of containers of holiday cookies still hanging around.... - Barbara in VA - 1:26pm on 01/03/13
I will be making them sometime this month for sure! - SallyBR - 2:40pm on 01/03/13

They truly will - LOL:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:02pm on 01/03/13

Is there only 1/2 cup of flour in this recipe? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:20pm on 01/03/13

Correct! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:29pm on 01/03/13

Yes, quite good. Made the Food and Wine version adding walnuts to [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 4:28pm on 01/03/13
They look great - thanks, Deb! [NT] - Meryl - 5:36pm on 01/03/13
1 lb of chocolate AND 1 bag of chips----YUM. - AngAk1 - 8:38pm on 01/03/13

Ang - here's the link to the Visa gift card [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 10:58pm on 01/03/13

I just signed up for your weekly email. [NT] - orchid - 12:41am on 01/04/13

Thanks Orchid - this week's summary will be a tad week due to holidays, backin full swing next weeku - deb-in-MI - 11:20am on 01/04/13

Although we do feature cute recipe card printables in today's post:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:52am on 01/04/13
I look forward to it. [NT] - orchid - 1:37pm on 01/04/13

By the way, loved this weeks email. Thanks [NT] - orchid - 2:48pm on 01/12/13

23582. Question about Vanilla Bean Paste vs. Extra in a Pavlova - deb-in-MI - 12:34pm on 01/03/13 (6)

I'd just use the seeds from two vanilla beans. Depending on what you layer ON the pavlova, - MarilynFL - 2:50pm on 01/03/13

Thanks Marilyn - much appreciated! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:03pm on 01/03/13

I was going to ask about Vanilla Bean Paste. I got a jar of Nielsen-Massey VB paste for Christmas. - Michael in Sarasota - 10:55pm on 01/03/13

Hey Michael, you can use it as a 1-1 sub for vanilla extract or bean. Especially good for custards, [LINK] - Meryl - 11:02pm on 01/03/13

P.S. I just looked at the reviews on Amazon, and many reviewers complained that the paste - Meryl - 11:57pm on 01/03/13
Thanks. I'll try it in ice cream. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 12:11am on 01/04/13

23583. Meryl, the "Baked" brownies turned out very good. Thanks! [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:59pm on 01/03/13 (2)

I agree, these are one of the best. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 5:11pm on 01/03/13
Glad you liked them-they're my favorite brownies.Love them right out of the oven, room temp, or cold [NT] - Meryl - 5:13pm on 01/03/13

23584. I have been trying to cook (read: bake) with more whole grains. Up to now I have only [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 5:58pm on 01/03/13 (2)

I've been trying to go gluten-free and have been using a lot of these flours [LINK] - cheezz - 7:00pm on 01/03/13
Barb, this would be good to post in T&T tips. [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:41pm on 01/03/13

23585. Just watched last night's Top Chef. Is anyone else disgusted by seeing the - CynUpstateNY - 5:59pm on 01/03/13 (12)

I'm just glad I can't afford to eat at Tesar's restaurants because after - Melissa Dallas - 6:06pm on 01/03/13
I saw that at a DD&D diner in Jacksonville. We like to sit at the counter and watch the line cooks. - MarilynFL - 6:55pm on 01/03/13

They need the forehead bands like sushi chefs wear --- ick :( [NT] - cheezz - 7:33pm on 01/03/13

Yes, that is just so gross. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 8:31am on 01/04/13
I think it's even worse on Chopped. Sometimes I wonder how the judges can stand eating the food. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:36pm on 01/04/13
After seeing other people cook in their own homes? I'm very skeptical of homemade treats. - Traca - 6:54pm on 01/04/13

Cats allowed on the counters...dropped food reused... [NT] - cheezz - 7:59pm on 01/04/13
Touching hair, face, eyes, nose, mouth then straight back to food prep...and other unsanitary - Pat-NoCal - 8:38pm on 01/04/13
My floor may not always be perfectly mopped but I'm very clean elsewhere in the kitchen - Heather_in_SF - 8:56pm on 01/04/13

Heather, the bleach wipes...I get it. When I was a kid, I hung out at or neighbor's house. Their - Traca - 4:12am on 01/05/13
Ewww - MariaDNoCA - 6:42am on 01/06/13

I am so glad to read this! I was really thinking I had a problem... - PatBastrop - 4:04pm on 01/06/13

23586. I record all of the Pioneer Woman's shows and have noticed that - KarenNoCA - 8:17pm on 01/03/13 (20)

When you want a great crust/char they are the way to go. Love ours! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:32pm on 01/03/13
we use our dutch oven and a small frypan constantly when at our cabin. I actually do wash it - AngAk1 - 8:52pm on 01/03/13

Ang, I've seen those footed ovens at Walmart and sporting goods stores. Might be a place to look. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:42pm on 01/04/13

Me too, lots of places have them they're called Camp Dutch ovens. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:13am on 01/05/13

IMO, yes. Once you get the hang of them, they are easy to maintain. I have one I use for eggs - Joe - 9:25pm on 01/03/13

That saying - just isn't like Grandmas (my Mother's) cooking must be because - Lucegoosejoanie - 11:18pm on 01/03/13

That's another advantage I forgot--cooking over a fire. No need to worry about blackening it - Joe - 12:11am on 01/04/13

And one more thing: they're CHEAP! And practically indestructible. [NT] - Joe - 6:18am on 01/04/13

Are you still referring to Pioneer Woman's cooking shows? ('cause I agree!) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:27pm on 01/04/13

Hah! No, I've never seen it. [NT] - Joe - 11:39pm on 01/04/13

Iron pans are not hard to maintain - Charley - 9:29pm on 01/03/13
castiron skillets - sjs1952 - 9:49pm on 01/03/13

oh yeah! You can't beat southern cornbread in a cast iron skillet :) [NT] - cheezz - 2:10am on 01/04/13

I 2nd that! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:58am on 01/05/13
And focaccia! [NT] - cheezz - 3:43am on 01/05/13

I got my 12" beautifully seasoned one for $15 at an antique store [NT] - cheezz - 10:19pm on 01/05/13

The only dutch oven I have is mom's cast iron one... - MariaDNoCA - 11:38pm on 01/03/13
Cast iron pan(s) envy . . . - magnolia in chicago - 12:38am on 01/04/13
Lodge sells enameled dutch ovens. I bought 2 six-quart dutch ovens last year... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:33pm on 01/04/13
This dutch oven looks pretty cool with a skillet lid and super cheap... [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:08am on 01/05/13

23587. REC (and pic): Almond Triangles were a big hit this Christmas. I'm not sure... - Michael in Phoenix - 11:35pm on 01/03/13 (13)

I'll have to make them. Very similar to these fab chewy pecan diamonds [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 12:00am on 01/04/13
Sounds like . . . - magnolia in chicago - 12:41am on 01/04/13

My DW commented that they reminded her of baklava. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:26am on 01/04/13

fabulous picture! [NT] - cheezz - 2:11am on 01/04/13

Thanks! I'll let my eldest son know... [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:08am on 01/04/13

Kinda like these Almond Toffee Triangles from Family Circle Magazine December 1988. - Michael in Sarasota - 3:16am on 01/04/13
Beautiful picture! I look forward to trying the recipe - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:21am on 01/04/13

Thanks. My eldest is a whiz with his camera. He took this at my fil's over Christmas. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:23pm on 01/04/13

If he could share a few tips I would be much obliged! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:36pm on 01/04/13

He started back to school yesterday. I'll see what I can get from him. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:21pm on 01/04/13

Oh, these look scrumptious! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:47pm on 01/04/13
Wow! They look beautiful! [NT] - barb_b - 4:09pm on 01/04/13
Looks just yummy! And what a great picture, makes you want a bite! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:16am on 01/05/13

23588. If you have one, do you use a pasta insert in your pot? - MariaDNoCA - 2:48am on 01/04/13 (10)

I only use it to steam snow crab clusters. I tried it once for pasta and it was a huge mess. - Michael in Sarasota - 3:10am on 01/04/13

I've lived in FL since 1987 and have never had stone or snow crab claws. Do I have to give up my - MarilynFL - 2:33pm on 01/04/13

Stone crab claws are addictive and cost a fortune. Better off not trying them. :-) [NT] - Curious1 - 4:54pm on 01/04/13

I use mine when cooking a whole box or more of pasta. I love to just lift it, carefully, and let - AngAk1 - 3:31am on 01/04/13
I use mine for pasta and spetzle. I also use it when I make my own broth - for the bones - Elenor - 3:39am on 01/04/13
mostly use it for Lasagne - I usually make 2-3 and it is a great help then. [NT] - elaine - 3:46am on 01/04/13
I use it when cooking in batches. That way I can drain it and leave the water boiling in the pot - Joe - 6:17am on 01/04/13
I use mine frequently and love it. I mainly use it for pasta, but also greens and stock - LisainLA - 9:06pm on 01/04/13
Learn something new every day! [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:27am on 01/05/13
All-Clad had one that was made from ss mesh. It was on sale at the Pottery Barn WS Outlet - PatBastrop - 3:48pm on 01/05/13

23589. Didn't we have a thread somewhere listing board member's websites/blogs?? - cheezz - 3:30am on 01/04/13 (23)

Maybe a forum just for them? And maybe one for links to... - Music City Missy - 3:42am on 01/04/13

Yes! That would be awsome!! [NT] - cheezz - 3:45am on 01/04/13

Here it is - in Great Threads under Favorite Food Blogs - add to it! [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 5:09am on 01/04/13

This is a good start, but I'd like to know who (on this board) a site belongs to! - cheezz - 6:09am on 01/04/13

Well I have one! Two actually... - Heather_in_SF - 8:27am on 01/04/13
I have the party favor site too - deb-in-MI - 11:35am on 01/04/13
I have one.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 12:47pm on 01/04/13

Keep em coming! I'll collect them and post in Great Threads when I have more. [NT] - cheezz - 8:12pm on 01/04/13

I have one too... [NT] [LINK] - Carianna in WA - 4:09pm on 01/05/13

I was just at your site 2 minutes ago Carianna! I love browsing it. [NT] - orchid - 7:04pm on 01/05/13
How on Earth did I miss your blog? - SallyBR - 7:46pm on 01/05/13
Love it!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:23pm on 01/05/13
Thanks for the nice comments.... I'm still totally new at this and need to figure so much out! [NT] - Carianna in WA - 3:44am on 01/06/13

I recently discovered this site and like it very much. The good thing about it is it culls recipes [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:06am on 01/05/13

No wonder its familiar...it's run by Pinterest :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:45am on 01/05/13
Looks like both Food Gawker and Tastespotting, both established predecessers. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:27am on 01/05/13
You mightt like Feastie too.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 1:30pm on 01/05/13

What a great site - love the pictures. Have you made something great from here? [NT] - cheezz - 10:15pm on 01/05/13

Yes, plenty of great recipes actually.... (more) - SallyBR - 2:18am on 01/06/13

Nice! I spent an hour there (thank you very much), but I need to explore furhter :) [NT] - cheezz - 2:31am on 01/06/13

Thanks Sally, I do like it. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:11pm on 01/12/13

We have so many talented people on this site. I'm so impressed. And you people make me proud! :-) [NT] - EvaN - 9:32am on 01/12/13
PS: The one missing seems to be Marilyn's GBH site. Seriously, you have to make one, Mar :-) [NT] - EvaN - 9:33am on 01/12/13

23590. Are private messages working? I've tried twice in the last two days and they didn't work - deb-in-MI - 12:22pm on 01/04/13 (4)

I can receive but can't send. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:27pm on 01/04/13

Yes - same with me. Barb just sent me a PM (thank you Barb!) and I received it! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:41pm on 01/04/13

And I rec'd your response! I really have given up on PMs, it had been a while since I tried sending [NT] - barb_b - 2:37pm on 01/04/13

Me too. [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:15pm on 01/07/13

23591. Holy UPS! I ordered chocolate from Qzina at 2:43 PM on Wednesday and it was - MarilynFL - 3:08pm on 01/04/13 (3)

We had that happen with Amazon right after Christmas. The boys... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:22pm on 01/04/13

I remember reading there are several Amazon distribution centers in Phoenix area. Lucky you. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:57pm on 01/04/13

I don't want one by us, I enjoy the no sales tax status that we have now! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 8:40pm on 01/04/13

23592. Is it difficult to make ice cream cones? We had a beautiful app at a place on - CynUpstateNY - 4:08pm on 01/04/13 (17)

No...you just have to be quick and be prepared to have burned fingertips. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:30pm on 01/04/13

Here's a cone recipe from David Lebovitz, Minor God of Ice Cream. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:35pm on 01/04/13

You can also shape them into tiny cups using the bottom of a mini-muffin mold. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:36pm on 01/04/13

OK. I'll quit now. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:36pm on 01/04/13

What happens if I cut the sugar so it's savory? How would I adjust the rest? [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:59pm on 01/04/13

Duh...I wasn't even thinking savory. No help, sorry. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:34pm on 01/04/13

There's a similar recipe in Thomas Keller's French Laundry book. It's a savory cone w/ tuna tartar. [NT] - Traca - 6:58pm on 01/04/13

That is (or at least was) the Amuse Bouche of his CA restaurant:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:00pm on 01/04/13
Thanks. Just saw your post and found this one. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:02pm on 01/04/13

oops! Wrong link. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:04pm on 01/04/13

You can edit the link out of your message if you like, just open the post, and under - LisainLA - 9:03pm on 01/04/13

Link above is SPAM. [NT] - Traca - 8:53pm on 01/04/13

Not really. It was a copy of a deal I received in email and copied to send to someone. - CynUpstateNY - 1:22am on 01/05/13

Ah, then I am the one who is sorry. It was on Facebook too & someone said it was SPAM. Definitely - Traca - 4:03am on 01/05/13

Here's Thomas Keller's recipe: Savory Tuiles (Cornets) with Tuna Tartare [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 8:54pm on 01/04/13

That was an "off the menu" treat at the original Spago in BH. Astoundingly wonderful. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:30pm on 01/04/13

I've enjoyed that recipe and agree with you Steve. They are memorable & hauntingly delicious. [NT] - Traca - 4:01am on 01/05/13

23593. Meryl or anyone else who might know....I'm going to make these [LINK] - orchid - 5:45pm on 01/04/13 (6)

I freeze half the batch of every cracker I make. Then just slice and bake. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:57pm on 01/04/13

Thanks Cyn and Deb but one more question. Should they be baked - orchid - 9:04pm on 01/04/13

I partially defrost so they're easier to slice. Not a dunce. You just haven't made them before. - CynUpstateNY - 1:26am on 01/05/13

Thanks Cyn. Ever since I read this recipe to John he has been - orchid - 1:38am on 01/05/13

Please post your tweaks, if any, and you results. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:35am on 01/05/13

Yes - they should freeze beautifully! I'm going to try to the recipe this weekend:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:58pm on 01/04/13

23594. Here's a handy site where you can give away things you don't want anymore - Yerdle [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 8:59pm on 01/04/13 (10)

How is this different than Freecycle or is it only on the FB platform? - MariaDNoCA - 9:31pm on 01/04/13

It's a give-away site but you can also snag something for yourself. - Heather_in_SF - 9:51pm on 01/04/13

Interesting - MariaDNoCA - 1:11am on 01/05/13

Why does everyone require access to your FB account to use them?!! [NT] - cheezz - 4:01am on 01/05/13

b/c oh what a tangled interwebz we weave... [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:20am on 01/05/13

ha! [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:31pm on 01/06/13

That's a deal breaker for me. [NT] - Traca - 4:41am on 01/05/13

me too [NT] - PatBastrop - 3:44pm on 01/05/13

Me three. [NT] - cheezz - 9:57pm on 01/05/13

yeah, it seems to be epidemic. Facebook is (mostly) evil. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 11:12pm on 01/08/13

23595. Do you wash your pie weights? - cyalexa2 - 2:27am on 01/05/13 (9)

I have a jar of beans I use over & over. I certainly never wash them. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:31am on 01/05/13

I also reuse beans without washing - but they sit atop parchment [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:15pm on 01/05/13

I'd be inclined to wash them. They're porous, no? And sit directly on the dough? - Traca - 4:21am on 01/05/13

I will be using parchment, as I did with the recently retired beans. - cyalexa2 - 1:37pm on 01/05/13

Ooh! Good tip on crumpling the parchment. I'll be using that. Thanks! [NT] - Traca - 5:31pm on 01/05/13

I would give credit where credit is due but I can't remember where I read it! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 8:25pm on 01/05/13

I use the stainless steel stringed beads, which sit on top of foil so I rarely wash mine. Might - Steve2 in LA - 7:17am on 01/05/13
I use ceramic pie weights - sjs1952 - 2:52pm on 01/05/13
I never wash mine. They always go on top of the alum foil anyway. [NT] - PatBastrop - 3:42pm on 01/05/13

23596. Artisan Cheese Festival in Petaluma, CA [LINK] - cyalexa2 - 2:38am on 01/05/13 (2)

I'm not, but if you're a cheese fan, I love listening to Cutting the Curd on [LINK] - Traca - 5:37pm on 01/05/13

Thanks, I'll check it out [NT] - cyalexa2 - 8:27pm on 01/05/13

23597. Curious, I made the Jambalaya that you posted today and I think it will [LINK] - orchid - 3:41am on 01/05/13 (7)

DS made this for lunch yesterday, and it was delicious! - PatBastrop - 3:40pm on 01/05/13

This would make 3 I believe so should it go into T&T? I vote thumbs up. [NT] - orchid - 10:07pm on 01/05/13

Glad you both liked it. I also switch out ingredients once in awhile in jambalaya. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:48pm on 01/06/13

Do you want to put this in T&T Curious? I say yes. [NT] - orchid - 8:04pm on 01/06/13

I guess since you, Pat and Marianne made it and liked, it qualifies, Will do. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:27pm on 01/06/13

I'm so glad that someone is counting. Yes, it definitely rates a T&T entry. Leftovers are yummy! [NT] - Marianne - 4:50am on 01/07/13

Btw, James Villas had a jambalaya recipe in FC awhile back and discussed the difference between - Curious1 - 6:50pm on 01/06/13

23598. Has anyone else noticed the downhill trend in fresh broccoli? For the last several months, - Meryl - 9:37pm on 01/05/13 (5)

You're right...I thought I was just getting a bad bunch. [NT] - cheezz - 2:35am on 01/06/13
That's very disheartening - I thought it might be fresher for you, since you live - Meryl - 5:00am on 01/06/13
Yes, have noticed the same thing! When I buy it, I really need to use it the same day. Makes it a - barb_b - 2:47pm on 01/06/13
I know many, many parts of the country are still in a pretty bad drought and others - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:29pm on 01/06/13
Broccoli is good but HEB (practically the only game in town) doesn't have broccoli rabe. I did see - Curious1 - 6:46pm on 01/06/13

23599. Does anyone remember which brand of beef stock CI recommended? - Carianna in WA - 12:56am on 01/06/13 (10)

Carianna, Found This........... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 2:08am on 01/06/13
Hey Carianna - CI usually keeps that stuff on lockdown, but the winner adverts it - [LINK] - LisainLA - 2:19am on 01/06/13

LOL - Gay posted while I was Googling....and the actual article to boot! [NT] - LisainLA - 2:20am on 01/06/13

Better Than Bouillon low-sodium [NT] - cheezz - 2:33am on 01/06/13
Thank you all! I heart this place. [NT] - Carianna in WA - 3:40am on 01/06/13

I was shocked how cheap it is at Costco. I'd been buying it at the store. Never again! [NT] - Traca - 5:22am on 01/06/13

And now they have their own Kirkland brand of organic chicken broth. Seems very good. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:53pm on 01/06/13

I use it Curious- it isn't quite as flavorful as I'd like but it is not salty - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:24pm on 01/06/13

Does Costco have the RR brand...and do they stock low salt? - MariaDNoCA - 12:39am on 01/07/13

Carianna, here's the top few contestants [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 4:33am on 01/06/13

23600. Anyone familiar with Christina Cooks? I just saw her new cooking class venue on PBS [LINK] - FloriSandy - 3:01am on 01/06/13 (3)

Okay, this really peaks my interest. Her Philly cheesesteak made with seitan. Never heard of it [LINK] - FloriSandy - 3:11am on 01/06/13

Yes- An excellent meat substitute that has been a vegetarian staple for many years. - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:20pm on 01/06/13

Thanks for the info Cathy. It sounds rather good. I'll look for it. [NT] - FloriSandy - 11:56pm on 01/06/13

23601. My first crock of homemade sauerkraut is almost ready. - cyalexa2 - 3:15am on 01/06/13 (19)

I'm impressed! I've never made my own before. I always soak the the bought version for a half-hour - Joe - 4:23am on 01/06/13

It was a little time consuming but not hard. - cyalexa2 - 1:33pm on 01/06/13
My German friend taught me to cook the store bought long and slow and - Janet in NC - 2:08pm on 01/06/13

I do it a similar way, Janet but I am probably more extreme - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:40pm on 01/06/13

I do it your way too Cathy when I am having a roast. Sometimes I use a - Janet in NC - 7:22pm on 01/06/13

Thanks Janet- that is really nice. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:28pm on 01/06/13

That is really cool! I am excited for you! Let us know how it tastes,what you use it in and most - barb_b - 2:49pm on 01/06/13

Will do! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 4:55pm on 01/06/13

I used to make a couple big crocks of sauerkraut every year - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:08pm on 01/06/13

thanks for your reply - cyalexa2 - 12:42am on 01/07/13

I just think it is wonderful that you are making your own- every skill learned is valuable [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:58am on 01/07/13

I will add that I never made small batches- mine were always done in 5-10 gal crocks - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:57am on 01/07/13

I have to ask--what were your 5-10 gal crocks made of? I've seen recipes call for stone crocks--like - Joe - 3:11am on 01/07/13

You can also use glass. [LINK] - cyalexa2 - 3:33am on 01/07/13
I am lucky enough to have old family 4, 5 and 10 gallon stoneware Red Wing crocks [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:57pm on 01/07/13
Joe, I would not use stainless. Do you have a big ceramic cookie jar? If glazed inside that would - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:11pm on 01/07/13

Hmmm, I have an old ceramic water dispenser--the type you would use with a Sparklets bottle - Joe - 10:19pm on 01/07/13

Does it come with a babushka? [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:45am on 01/07/13

My mother's family was from Hungary so I know from babushkas! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 1:58am on 01/07/13

23602. Another Topic Forum Suggestion - Favorite foods from Trader Joe's, Costco.... - Music City Missy - 3:43am on 01/06/13 (26)

Here's a TJ's thread from August, the thing is once you find something...then it's gone [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:25am on 01/06/13

Been a long time since I was a member at Costco, but I loved their [LINK] - FloriSandy - 6:53am on 01/06/13
I'm single too Maria but I still save money at Costco and get good quality. I buy - Janet in NC - 7:36pm on 01/06/13

Forgot to add Spec. Very reasonable and hard to find elsewhere. Use half, freeze half. [NT] - Janet in NC - 7:38pm on 01/06/13

What's Spec? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:59pm on 01/08/13

I was disappointed that many of the recommended Trader Joe items (inc. wine) weren't available here. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:02pm on 01/06/13
A love letter to Costco- we don't have TJs but I know them well - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:10pm on 01/06/13

Costco is a love/hate relationship love the beef and pork cuts, cheaper prices, - cheezz - 7:47pm on 01/06/13

Cheezz, what brand of canned tomatoes tastes metallic to you? - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:16pm on 01/06/13

S&W - ugh! I got 3 Costco sized boxes of the 14 oz cans before I got wise [NT] - cheezz - 5:57am on 01/07/13

I thought that might be the brand. Have you tried the Kirkland brand? You might be surprised by it. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:27pm on 01/07/13

The Kirkland chopped tomatoes are just fine! [NT] - PatBastrop - 1:17pm on 01/08/13

Thanks for the heads up! Just a thought, they'll take anything back. Do you still have them? [NT] - Curious1 - 6:12pm on 01/07/13

No, they got used in chili and stuff with lots of spices...I'll try Kirklands brand a thx! [NT] - cheezz - 7:12pm on 01/07/13

Costco vs Sam's - Music City Missy - 12:51am on 01/07/13
We go to both and I really prefer Costco. On a recent trip, Costco was packed & Sam's didn't have - Curious1 - 2:48am on 01/07/13

The SAMs in Sacramento was excellent...I think they vary by area [NT] - cheezz - 5:59am on 01/07/13

You give me hope. Perhaps the new CEO is already making changes in CA. Read about her here. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:11pm on 01/07/13

Trader Joes shelf-stable whipped cream is very good. It comes in a little box with the baking items - cheezz - 7:55pm on 01/06/13
That's it. Just rub it in. Make a thread I can't post to. [Oh wait...I just did.] - MarilynFL - 9:28pm on 01/06/13

We have a TJ's in Mt. Pleasant, near Charleston. Very nice. I think the WF - PatBastrop - 10:32pm on 01/06/13

Loving the Costco lists...need to go on Monday or Tues so really liking the ideas. Thxs! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:41am on 01/07/13

I love their vanilla and the Sumatra coffee in the blue bag. wonderful aroma. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:30pm on 01/07/13

I second those! Great prices on nuts too [NT] - cheezz - 7:13pm on 01/07/13
Our Costco in Austiln roasted coffee. It was great, and smelled awesome! [NT] - PatBastrop - 1:20pm on 01/08/13

they roast beans at one of the stores up here too. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:29pm on 01/08/13

23603. The wonders of nature. I just have to share this very precious photo of a [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 6:22am on 01/06/13 (9)

It's beautiful <3 [NT] - EvaN - 11:35am on 01/06/13
This is where a like/love button would be good! [NT] - Lucegoosejoanie - 1:54pm on 01/06/13
What beautiful colors! I love butterflies when they are out and about; I somehow get - barb_b - 2:26pm on 01/06/13
I also love butterflies and this one is really pretty. Saw several monarchs this fall, probably - Curious1 - 6:40pm on 01/06/13
oh man...is there ANYONE else out there who saw two big eyes and nostrils first? Before - MarilynFL - 9:27pm on 01/06/13

Hehehee, just reading that cracked me up. - MariaDNoCA - 12:35am on 01/07/13
I think that's what nature intended--to scare off predators. Perhaps you were hungry? [NT] - Joe - 12:39am on 01/07/13
Yes, I did. I saw a smiling frog. How weird is that! [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:53pm on 01/07/13

Very pretty!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:49pm on 01/06/13

23604. Q: Layered salads - is there such a thing as "preferred order of layers"? - EvaN - 11:37am on 01/06/13 (4)

Found it: The trick to the Mason jar layering >>> [LINK] - EvaN - 12:17pm on 01/06/13

thanks Eva. this might just be the incentive I need to get back into salad eating for lunch. - AngAk1 - 8:15pm on 01/07/13

Yes, thank you. I stopped & got the stuff to make my fave chopped salad this way on the way home [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:52pm on 01/07/13
I'm trying to get into a salad-for-lunch habit too, and I cross my fingers that the jar salads - EvaN - 8:27am on 01/08/13

23605. Healthy-ish berry pie [LINK] - EvaN - 12:14pm on 01/06/13 (2)

Thank you Eva, healthy-ish is my favorite new word. So descriptive. ;-) [NT] - Curious1 - 6:37pm on 01/06/13

We're SO on the same page! ;-D [NT] - EvaN - 7:42pm on 01/06/13

23606. Has any of you eaten knish? Is it any good? (I've never heard about it until today...) [NT] - EvaN - 7:41pm on 01/06/13 (2)

Knishes vary, like anything else - depends on who makes them. Mrs. Stahl's in Brighton Beach makes [LINK] - Meryl - 9:29pm on 01/06/13
Pretty much like other cuisine's stuffed dumpling/dough. Only as good as the ingredients and those - Steve2 in LA - 2:22am on 01/07/13

23607. Downton Abby tonight! Anyone else is excited? Anyone making food to go with? - MariaDNoCA - 12:08am on 01/07/13 (36)

I'm making chicken curry, which kinda goes with the empirical theme. - Joe - 12:38am on 01/07/13

She was soooo good, she had some really great lines. Loved it! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 5:13pm on 01/07/13
Joe, did you watch the show before Downton, about Highclere castle and the current Earl and family? - AngAk1 - 8:20pm on 01/07/13

Interesting! So I wasn't that far off, (even though I was planning the curry anyway, lol) - Joe - 10:15pm on 01/07/13
Was that the Angela Lansbury one? We didn't have a pre-show special here - MariaDNoCA - 6:43am on 01/08/13

no, it was Secrets of Highclere Castle. 1 hour show [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:42pm on 01/08/13

Thanks so much for posting, they didn't run this in my market! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:47pm on 01/12/13
Yes, thanks so much. I was able to pick it up from another airing. We loved it. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:13pm on 01/12/13

Btw, a google of Almina Rothschild turns up some info they didn't give in the special. I found it [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:19pm on 01/12/13

Yes, I really liked the one-hour special before it, too, the tour of the castle and grounds. - DawnNYS - 7:36pm on 01/08/13

Did you see the awful, dirty-looking rooms of the servants upstairs?! I [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:52pm on 01/08/13
Yes, Highclere castle was used as a hospital during the war. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:31am on 01/09/13

Beware of putting spoilers in the Subject line. We haven't watched it yet but - MarilynFL - 12:51pm on 01/07/13

We taped and are watching it tonight - so excited! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:29pm on 01/07/13

I watched it. Was anyone else confused, or was it just me. So many different (spoiler inside) - DawnNYS - 8:10pm on 01/07/13

Shirley Maclaine is new this year. I too was bothered a bit by the beginning---lots of choppy - AngAk1 - 8:24pm on 01/07/13
I had to stretch my brain way back...(spoiler) - Joe - 10:12pm on 01/07/13

I was wondering about that too (spoiler) - Traca - 10:51pm on 01/07/13

Oh the dresses... - Joe - 11:44pm on 01/07/13

the dresses---oh my! the going away suit was stunning. but, Mary and Cora are seriously too thin - AngAk1 - 1:13am on 01/08/13

Oh Edith...remember how she was so underhanded and conniving? Now? - Traca - 6:13am on 01/08/13

I'm wondering... - Curious1 - 3:54pm on 01/08/13

I was thinking that too. [NT] - Joe - 4:40pm on 01/08/13

Me too! Whatever became of the guy that was supposedly Patrick who was injured in the - DawnNYS - 7:44pm on 01/08/13

He left suddenly...without saying goodbye to Edith. [NT] - Traca - 8:13pm on 01/09/13

I loved that going away suit too - and all the dresses:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:24am on 01/08/13

"Rosebud" was the name of his sled! (spoiler) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:28pm on 01/07/13

Bruce Willis is actually dead. [spoiler] [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:23pm on 01/08/13

So is Orsen Welles (spoiler) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:46pm on 01/08/13

and Bob Newhart was dreaming. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:31pm on 01/08/13

(spoiler) ...so was Bobby Ewing [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:25pm on 01/08/13

Sharon Stone hid the ice pick under the bed (spoiler). [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:22am on 01/09/13

The 13th amendment was passed (spoiler). [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:47pm on 01/11/13

Season 1&2 are at the link >> (spoilers/dresses/etc inside) [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:34am on 01/08/13

Agreed - deb-in-MI - 11:27am on 01/08/13
I was disappointed in Shirley's character a bit... - PatBastrop - 1:01pm on 01/08/13

23608. Marilyn, Marilyn... we've ben outbidded on the ebay thing! - SallyBR - 12:58am on 01/07/13 (23)

I always use Auction Sniper when I really want something... - MariaDNoCA - 2:35am on 01/07/13

If you only want the 3/4 c here is one that's a BIN [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 2:42am on 01/07/13

I'm wondering if you solved the mystery as to where Marilyn's 3/4 cup went. ; > [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:02am on 01/07/13

Geez, maybe THIS is how Larry is financing his retirement? [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:47pm on 01/07/13

Thanks Maria!! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:54pm on 01/07/13

:-) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:25am on 01/08/13

Me too... but.... - SallyBR - 2:42am on 01/07/13

Marilyn, I sent yo a PM but don't know if it got thru - I hit send and it just goes back to message - cheezz - 6:10am on 01/07/13

cheezz, no new PM's are visible [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:54pm on 01/07/13

That's what I thought...well, if you aren't totally set on orange Tupperware, I have yellow - cheezz - 7:17pm on 01/07/13

Thanks sweetie. I had the same kind offer from Barb. I'm trying to replace the SAME thing - MarilynFL - 8:51pm on 01/07/13

Ha! I so understand :) [NT] - cheezz - 6:13am on 01/08/13

Hi Sally...just saw this. I don't want to go more than $15, but I don't want to take time away - MarilynFL - 12:37pm on 01/07/13

Oh wait....MariaD found exactly all I needed. Maybe I can buy that without ebay? I'll try and let - MarilynFL - 12:38pm on 01/07/13

YEAH! I bought it! Albeit as a "guest"...because they recognized my email and blocked it. - MarilynFL - 12:44pm on 01/07/13

Sally. Stand Down. Phase I of Mission Measuring Cups has been accomplished! THANK YOU! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:46pm on 01/07/13

Ok, mission accomplished then! Happy for you! :-) [NT] - SallyBR - 12:51pm on 01/07/13

Please send me your address via my work email. Thanks again for helping! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:53pm on 01/07/13

YAY! Phase II = Rubbermaid blue? [NT] - barb_b - 4:38pm on 01/07/13

Yep. I only need the 1 C, but I'll buy all four if need be. My OCD is down to CD. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:02pm on 01/07/13

lol. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:58pm on 01/07/13
Well I've set up a save search in ebay - they'll email me if blue rubbermaid ones show-up [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:02pm on 01/07/13

Dang, I'm glad I didn't go up against you guys on eBay for my spritz cookie press... ;) [NT] - ErininNY - 8:11pm on 01/07/13

23609. Ooohhh! So good! Salty Browned Butter Sugar Cookies [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 2:20am on 01/07/13 (2)

I am going to make these right now! Thanks, Melissa!!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:12pm on 01/10/13

Pat - how did they turn out?! [NT] - cheezz - 7:48am on 01/12/13

23610. Seahawks Joy. That is all. :) [NT] - Carianna in WA - 3:12am on 01/07/13 (1)

Complete bliss! [NT] - orchid - 4:00pm on 01/07/13

23611. Does anyone have one of these non-stick pans? My 12-in Calphalon doesn't sit flat any [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:56pm on 01/07/13 (8)

Tramontina is the best! I have this set, but you can also order individual pans. [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:57pm on 01/07/13

I agree. I loved mine, until it lost its "non-stickyness"! [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:20pm on 01/07/13

I bought the 8" Cuisinart "Green" non-stick pan yesterday. [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 8:30pm on 01/07/13
Are you talking about the 2-handled 12 inch flat nonstick with the sloped sides? - PatBastrop - 1:07pm on 01/08/13

No, it's the skillet at the link. It comes in 8,10, or 12-in. But now I'm confused because - Curious1 - 3:59pm on 01/08/13
I have a couple of Calphalon woks that are fairly non-stick, but I was thinking they wouldn't work - Curious1 - 4:00pm on 01/08/13

have gas here. But in Bastrop the electric cooktop was hot enough for the wok. [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:40pm on 01/09/13

Can the Tramontina pans go into the oven, say to finish off a steak - KarenNoCA - 7:36pm on 01/09/13

23612. cyalexa2 and Heather, did you see my posts, at - DawnNYS - 7:57pm on 01/07/13 (2)

Thanks for bringing it to my attention, I'll give it a try. [NT] - cyalexa2 - 1:48am on 01/08/13
I just did! I love your gingerbread men! Been away from the swap a few days (work/migraine) [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 11:17pm on 01/08/13

23613. Oh, Happy Day! With a gift certificate, I found this French cocotte at Sur La Table on sale for $99. [LINK] - Joe - 2:31am on 01/08/13 (7)

Score!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 12:44pm on 01/08/13
I love mine but I wish it was oval instead of round. Good choice, Joe. Enjoy it. [NT] - Janet in NC - 2:47pm on 01/08/13
Oh Fun! Now to think what will be the first dish to make in it... Cassoulet? - barb_b - 7:52pm on 01/08/13

Only a half recipe of cassoulet would fit. I'm thinking a braised chicken dish to break it in [NT] - Joe - 9:28pm on 01/08/13

I love my Staub pot!! That's a great one you have, and what a deal! - Heather_in_SF - 11:04pm on 01/08/13

I have the Staub pumpkin pot, via Sandy HI(I miss her). love it. [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:48am on 01/09/13

I miss her, too. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:36pm on 01/09/13

23614. making ketchup / catsup [LINK] [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 2:52am on 01/08/13 (9)

I haven't had homemade ketchup since I was a kid when we had a garden - Melissa Dallas - 3:18am on 01/08/13

My mom made it, too. If I remember correctly, it takes a LOT of tomatoes to make a little catsup. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:05pm on 01/08/13

Beautiful! Clap Clap! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:28am on 01/08/13
Gee, this might be the ticket to get me to "like" ketchup. Growing up in Pittsburgh, the Heinz... - MarilynFL - 12:52pm on 01/08/13

I'm a limited ketchup eater myself. I usually prefer just mustard but the kids arte the opposite. - pmassell_93 - 3:08pm on 01/08/13

How fun! I recall Traca and Steve made something similar; I think theirs was called Tomato Jam. - barb_b - 2:25pm on 01/08/13
Carrianna posted this Zesty Ketchup recipe and I made it---very good. [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:53pm on 01/08/13

and I have hundreds of rose hips in the garden right now---how did I miss this recipe? I may have - AngAk1 - 7:56pm on 01/08/13
thanks I saved this one for next time. [NT] - pmassell_93 - 9:48pm on 01/08/13

23615. NFR-follow-up: Babysitting faux grandchild has been successfully averted! - MarilynFL - 1:06pm on 01/08/13 (19)

I am happy that it worked out the way you wanted it to. I read somewhere that there has been - barb_b - 2:08pm on 01/08/13

I'm going to invent something for all the people I see walking with their heads down - MarilynFL - 2:13pm on 01/08/13

You got me beat! I don't even know the number. [NT] - orchid - 2:30pm on 01/08/13
I created billboards....on the floor because of this - MariaDNoCA - 5:43pm on 01/08/13

Great idea, Maria! [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:26pm on 01/08/13

Well (in my best Maggie Smith voice) *I* thought so... - MariaDNoCA - 9:37pm on 01/08/13

I can't tell you how many people I've almost run over because they never look up - cheezz - 4:07am on 01/09/13

Does "hang around and visit mean SLEEPING in your home? - MoNJ - 7:59pm on 01/08/13

Yeah for the babysitting thing but be careful about staying in the home... motel and hotel list is a - elaine - 9:38pm on 01/08/13

Oh my gosh...the ad running across the top is "SITTERCITY" >> find trusted sitters! [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:59pm on 01/09/13

I want that T-shirt! [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:04pm on 01/10/13

...this was my first thought too! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:47pm on 01/08/13
lol (more like a snicker) [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:35pm on 01/09/13

Hmmm, I think he should say that they shouldn't postpone their cruise - Heather_in_SF - 10:44pm on 01/08/13

My, that was an eloquent thought. But too late. They will stay here unless - MarilynFL - 12:50am on 01/09/13

I guess it would be crass to post one of those hotel 'check out time' signs on the back of the door? [NT] - cheezz - 4:04am on 01/09/13

Remember? This is the same person who complained the birds OUTSIDE were too noisy. I don't think a - MarilynFL - 12:52pm on 01/10/13

Ah gee. I guess putting some Ambien in their beverages is just not possible, legal or morally okay, - Heather_in_SF - 12:00am on 01/11/13

"Dear Disney Universe, PLEASE HELP US..." ;) [NT] - ErininNY - 3:59pm on 01/09/13

23616. Anyone have a dehydrator? I rec'd some home made Jerky over the holidays. It was really good! - barb_b - 2:23pm on 01/08/13 (3)

I use mine often. (Excalibur) though I have to admit - pmassell_93 - 3:01pm on 01/08/13
I use mine for fruits and veggies... - Sandra in New York - 3:17am on 01/09/13
I make turkey jerky all the time but just use my oven [NT] - cheezz - 4:08am on 01/09/13

23617. Eva, are you vacuum-sealing your "salads in a jar"? (see video) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:46pm on 01/08/13 (2)

This woman sounds like Mrs. Judith Beasley. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:01pm on 01/08/13
How boring - it's just lettuce stuffed in a jar. Am I missing something?! [NT] - cheezz - 4:15am on 01/09/13

23618. The jalapeno crackers Meryl told us about are delicious! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 6:30pm on 01/08/13 (4)

Thanks for the feedback, Deb. Think I'll try them tomorrow. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:59pm on 01/08/13
I just received "Foolproof" for Christmas--looking forward to trying this recipe. Do you think DH - MoNJ - 8:05pm on 01/08/13
Glad you liked them! [NT] - Meryl - 8:11pm on 01/08/13
Did you see that link from her website to Red Velvet Cheesecake Cookies?! - cheezz - 4:21am on 01/09/13

23619. I really want a Hostess Twinkie right now! [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:27pm on 01/08/13 (4)

My daughters got a box each for Christmas from my mom... have no idea where she scored them. [NT] - Carianna in WA - 8:44pm on 01/08/13
..and in the food confessional: I ate a Hostess Cupcake yesterday - MariaDNoCA - 9:29pm on 01/08/13
Give. Me. Ding. Dong. --or maybe a Susie Q. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 10:54pm on 01/08/13
I had an oreo shake at Jack in the Box this afternoon. [NT] - Joe - 1:07am on 01/09/13

23620. Anyone have All About Braising by Molly Stevens? My Cook the Book group tackled - Traca - 7:56pm on 01/08/13 (13)

Wow, these all sound great--thanks for calling it to our attention--perfect time of year :) [NT] - MoNJ - 8:02pm on 01/08/13
Yes, have it and love it; and just got All About Roasting! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 1:19am on 01/09/13
I have it and love it also! I loaned it to Mom last weekend, otherwise I would detail what I have - barb_b - 11:45am on 01/09/13

Would love to hear what you've made. Here's the eGullet thread discussing the book. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 7:22pm on 01/09/13

That was the impetus for my desire to purchase a braising pot! Love the pics / rec in the cookbook - barb_b - 10:44pm on 01/09/13

Love, love Molly and have both Braising and Roasting. Have made some recipes from - Curious1 - 4:53pm on 01/09/13
Beef Stew with Red Wine & Carrots. Traca, here is a wonderful Molly recipe, it was in Fine Cooking - Curious1 - 5:01pm on 01/09/13

Thanks for the recommendation! This looks great. [NT] - Traca - 4:01am on 01/10/13

I can not recommend this enough! Use exactly the amount of zest - orchid - 3:00pm on 01/10/13

Question for those who have the book: Are the temperatures too high? The consensus on eGullet - Traca - 7:27pm on 01/09/13
favorites in "AAB" - cyalexa2 - 2:05am on 01/12/13

Thanks for the recs! I've had my eye on that Braised Cabbage recipe. Will try this week. [NT] - Traca - 7:32pm on 01/12/13

I love the cabbage. It's here in T&T. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:21pm on 01/12/13

23621. Rec: Grilled Chicken Breast with White Rosemary Barbecue Sauce from [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 1:48am on 01/09/13 (4)

Sounds wonderful. Beautiful picture too! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:49pm on 01/09/13
Love your suggestion on marinating overnight. Looks great! Always looking for new ways to cook - barb_b - 2:01pm on 01/09/13
Lovely pic! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:17pm on 01/09/13

looks good enough to eat. well done! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:09pm on 01/09/13

23622. Restaurant suggestions for Naples, Florida? The five sisters - emtd - 2:28am on 01/09/13 (4)

We try to go someplace new every Saturday night... - Michael in Sarasota - 11:45pm on 01/09/13

Michael thank you very much for taking the time to share a list - emtd - 12:05am on 01/10/13
Wow...do we have a Restaurants T&T slot? This would be a perfect example. - MarilynFL - 3:19pm on 01/10/13

I think we should have a Travel section [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:10am on 01/11/13

23623. What dessert would you make for a crowd (40-50); must be chocolate; - cheezz - 4:27am on 01/09/13 (41)

What kind of crowd/event; what's the rest of the menu? Hostess cupcake knock-offs would get a :) and - MariaDNoCA - 4:32am on 01/09/13

The trifle idea sounds great! [NT] - Meryl - 4:41am on 01/09/13
I love trifles but they would only see the end result when it's plopped onto a plate... - cheezz - 7:14am on 01/09/13

how fancy is this event? I have seen trifles made up in individual mason jars---very cute and - AngAk1 - 7:20pm on 01/09/13

Seeing as I am paying for this myself, baking, serving and washing the dishes.... - cheezz - 9:51pm on 01/09/13

Mexican Chocolate Icebox Cake with sponge cake layers instead of ladyfingers. Although, [LINK] - Meryl - 4:36am on 01/09/13

I've always wanted to make this: Flourless Chocolate & Vanilla Marble Cake (but it only serves 16) [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:42am on 01/09/13

What about these filled strawberries? [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 5:04am on 01/09/13

Cheesecake bites. Decadent & a nice treat. As much as I like cheesecake, I rarely have it. [NT] - Traca - 5:08am on 01/09/13

Here's a good resource for individual desserts. Ideas galore + recipes [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 5:44am on 01/09/13

Or these Tuxedo Strawberries [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:10am on 01/09/13
I attend a lot of tasting events, but I just realized...is this a seated event? Different desserts. [NT] - Traca - 5:36am on 01/09/13

How about something like this? Chocolate Dream layer cake [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 5:04am on 01/09/13

Or something like this? This one's insane! [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:05am on 01/09/13

It's a sit-down event -- my DAR group benefit luncheon *sigh* - cheezz - 7:12am on 01/09/13

I'm actually thinking of maybe doing this strawberry icebox cake >> [LINK] - cheezz - 7:34am on 01/09/13

cheezz, just a note on the Mexican Chocolate Icebox Cake - For the past few times, - Meryl - 7:56am on 01/09/13

I can vouch for how wonderful this cake is. so good. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:28pm on 01/09/13

this dimple Icebox cake using Famous chocolate wafers and whipped cream can be made into cupcakes [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:30pm on 01/09/13

whoops, that would be "simple"! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:31pm on 01/09/13

So pretty!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:21am on 01/09/13

Sigh is right, needs to sit at rm temp and look pretty...all roads may lead back to cake [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:20am on 01/09/13
What about doing the mini cheesecakes only using a chocolate - Dawn_MO - 6:51pm on 01/09/13

REC: Oreo Cookie Cheesecake - Dawn_MO - 6:53pm on 01/09/13

This is great Dawn! [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:13pm on 01/22/13

I've made Frozen Chocolate Mousse several times. It's - emtd - 2:32pm on 01/09/13

Here's the link: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 6:14pm on 01/09/13

Thanks Meryl - I should have attached the link. [NT] - emtd - 7:02pm on 01/09/13

I once made this for 100 REC French Silk Pie - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:06pm on 01/09/13
How about an individual mini like this Chocolate Cherry Cake [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 6:05pm on 01/09/13
Thank you all for your wonderful ideas, pics and links!! Now to decide.... [NT] - cheezz - 9:57pm on 01/09/13
I have made Julia's Queen of Sheba for large groups. It's a bit of a pain, but definitely an OMG! - Joe - 12:00am on 01/10/13

i think its too much work for this group, but would love the recipe! [NT] - cheezz - 12:09am on 01/10/13

Yeah, I saw the part about you paying and serving and cleaning up yourself. But here's the recipe - Joe - 10:05pm on 01/10/13

Joe, this looks suspiciously like a chocolate cake with chocolate icing...am I missing something? [NT] - cheezz - 7:51am on 01/12/13

Yes, it's the best chocolate cake with the best chocolate icing ever ;-) The almond and rum flavors - Joe - 1:14am on 01/13/13

When is the event? I can suggest the cake I did for godchild's wedding. - MarilynFL - 4:48pm on 01/10/13

Also, this American Opera Cake is fabulous. I did it in one evening. Serves LOTS. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:55pm on 01/10/13

What about the strawberry icebox cake with a tuxedo'd chocolate strawberry next to it? [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:02pm on 01/10/13

How about a Chocolate Tiramisu? [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 8:02pm on 01/10/13

I like this display of individual tiramisu servings. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 8:25pm on 01/10/13

23624. Angie you mentioned Costco vanilla. Give me some feedback on it please - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:57pm on 01/09/13 (9)

Not Angie but I use Costco Vanilla and am very pleased with it:) - deb-in-MI - 4:34pm on 01/09/13

Thanks, I wondered also. I was disconcerted to see it contains sugar, but so does the Penzeys. - Curious1 - 4:50pm on 01/09/13
LOL Deb- love it. Thanks for the feedback too. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:00pm on 01/09/13

Same here, I bought it and am using up Penzeys. 16 oz bottle for $7. Wow. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:10pm on 01/09/13
it's all I use anymore. but I don't have huge selections up here and we can't get vanilla shipped - AngAk1 - 7:17pm on 01/09/13
I'll add my vote or Costco vanilla! [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:32pm on 01/09/13

thanks everyone- I'll be trying it soon. Love the price, hope to love the vanilla [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:01pm on 01/09/13

Just another vote... - desertculinary - 10:12pm on 01/09/13

That solidifies it for sure for me. Thank you [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:04pm on 01/09/13

23625. Michael in Sarasota (not), I've wondered about your heirloom pork roast. How did you prepare and - Curious1 - 5:04pm on 01/09/13 (3)

LOL! It was really good!! I did not brine but rubbed it with a paste of rosemary, garlic, thyme and - Michael in Sarasota - 11:51pm on 01/09/13

That's my idea of a spa treatment: rubbed in a paste of rosemary, thyme and OO. Hold the garlic. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:34pm on 01/10/13

Me? Go ahead and throw in the garlic....mmmmm. [NT] - orchid - 2:56pm on 01/10/13

23626. I just ordered my Breville Breadmaker, and replacement for the Cuisinart DLC 14. - PatBastrop - 11:46pm on 01/09/13 (1)

I'm in the market for a new Breadmaker too (I think). My Oster, which I had for many years and - Elenor - 5:22pm on 01/10/13

23627. Barb in VA...there was a happy, happy box of BinVA kindness waiting for me! Thank YOU! - MarilynFL - 12:41pm on 01/10/13 (1)

YEAH!!! Glad it arrived all in one piece! Enjoy :) - Barbara in VA - 1:58pm on 01/10/13

23628. I have 4 really, really beautiful large leeks that I just had to buy. They - orchid - 3:35pm on 01/10/13 (31)

They're delicious braised. Cut them in half, clean thoroughly, put cut side down in a buttered dish - Joe - 5:42pm on 01/10/13

I know! I love them that way too but I want to end up with a main coarse. - orchid - 5:54pm on 01/10/13

O, leeks are a key ingredient for this Roasted Veggie crepe main dish. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:39pm on 01/10/13

It's been a while since I made crepes and I love this. I've printed it. Thanks Mar. [NT] - orchid - 9:43pm on 01/10/13

A mornay sauce would also be good over baked chicken and leeks, but the quiche is a great idea. [NT] - Joe - 12:27am on 01/11/13

Love this with bacon added... Yum. [NT] - barb_b - 2:05am on 01/11/13

How about a leek and mushroom quiche? [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 7:45pm on 01/10/13

Ding, ding, ding...quiche wins! It just hits me right and I think I'll go - orchid - 9:37pm on 01/10/13

Here is another: Leek, Spinach and Gruyere [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 12:49am on 01/11/13

Leek Patties - serve with soup and a salad recipe follows - elaine - 7:52pm on 01/10/13

I'll keep this ready for the next time. Leeks are looking really - orchid - 9:46pm on 01/10/13

don't throw away the greens like most people do... I dry the entire leek minus the - pmassell_93 - 8:02pm on 01/10/13

What a great tip! Thanks for sharing. [NT] - Curious1 - 9:33pm on 01/10/13

Have tried numerous times to post recipes for Orchid, but I can't post if I add a message. [NT] - Curious1 - 9:36pm on 01/10/13

Do you mean just on this post or always on any of mine? I want to - orchid - 9:41pm on 01/10/13

It's not just your post, I tried to sneak it in under Paul's and it didn't work. [NT] - Curious1 - 11:29pm on 01/10/13

When I click submit reply, it removes my post and says that I must enter a subject. [NT] - Curious1 - 11:30pm on 01/10/13

One more try with just one recipe. - Curious1 - 11:31pm on 01/10/13

Aha, and a couple more? - Curious1 - 11:32pm on 01/10/13

I guess it was too long. Here are some more. Michael's quiche looks great. - Curious1 - 11:34pm on 01/10/13

Gold Mine!!!! EVERY....SINGLE...ONE... look fantastic. I'm printing - orchid - 11:48pm on 01/10/13

Here is a nice one - Almond Crusted Salmon with Leek and Lemon Cream [LINK] - LisainLA - 11:48pm on 01/10/13

I'm so glad I asked. I think we have a great thread here with amazing - orchid - 11:55pm on 01/10/13

Can't believe no one suggested this one, cock-a-leekie soup [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 12:09am on 01/11/13

Sounds good. Heather, my parents were from Scotland but I never had this. However, I've [LINK] - FloriSandy - 4:56am on 01/11/13

I am a lowlander, on the West coast in Angus, I also had family from Aberdeen - Heather_in_SF - 4:52am on 01/18/13

Or potato leek soup! [NT] - cheezz - 7:55am on 01/12/13

Bloody Mary Short Ribs - SusanKentfieldCa - 12:17am on 01/11/13

Is it just the dark side of me that sees "Bloody Short Ribs"? - MarilynFL - 12:41pm on 01/11/13

Nah, you just need to embrace your over active imagination. My - orchid - 6:25pm on 01/11/13

Oh yum! I want to Bloody Mary everything! I've bookmarked this one. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 4:50am on 01/18/13

23629. Orchid and Marg CDN2, please check your pm re inventions. Thanks! [NT] - Lana in FL - 3:41pm on 01/10/13 (1)

I just got done printing them and will see what I can do. [NT] - orchid - 4:11pm on 01/10/13

23630. Thank you to all for the well wishes [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 6:34pm on 01/10/13 (6)

Be well. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:19am on 01/11/13
((Carol)) [NT] - barb_b - 2:00am on 01/11/13
Blessings to you, Carol. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:01am on 01/11/13
Thinking of you.. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:29pm on 01/11/13
here's hoping that 2013 is a better year for you. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:00pm on 01/11/13
Hugs to you. Healthy and good wishes for you in the new year. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:56pm on 01/11/13

23631. A neighbor just asked me if I know of a non sugar chocolate. She - orchid - 9:51pm on 01/10/13 (6)

Hershey's makes several types of sugar-free (haven't tried them) [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:56pm on 01/10/13

Thanks Meryl, I told her. [NT] - orchid - 10:35pm on 01/10/13
I saw the SF chocolate chips in our Safeway store. [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:24am on 01/11/13

Wilbur's is pretty good (Hershey stole their "bud" idea for Kisses). This is [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:17am on 01/11/13

I loved the chocolate we ordered from them. the cinnamon chips were awesome [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:01pm on 01/11/13

Bummer! I just placed an order yesterday and could have gotten you some! [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:44pm on 01/11/13

23632. To check out: Toasted Coconut & Chocolate Mini Doughnuts (Baked) [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:30am on 01/11/13 (2)

Ommmmmmmm. I see a peaceful valley. I see a glorious sunrise. I do not see donuts. Ommmmmm. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:56pm on 01/11/13

Ha! I watched "Signs" the other night and had to craft a new super foil hat for 2013.now to wear it [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:03pm on 01/11/13

23633. Hooray! Phase I of OMC* (Operation Measuring Cup) is complete! - MarilynFL - 12:35pm on 01/11/13 (9)

It looks right at home, as if it had always been there! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 1:50pm on 01/11/13

I know!! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:51pm on 01/13/13

I'm so happy for you. Hooray II ;-) [NT] - EvaN - 3:18pm on 01/11/13
I have been wondering how you have been living with out them!! : ) Reminds me of my stress - barb_b - 3:22pm on 01/11/13

Blue. Definitely blue. Baby Boy Rubbermaid Blue. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:50pm on 01/11/13

I used to have a pink set of these! [NT] - PatBastrop - 3:25pm on 01/11/13
Just realized I have the matching measuring spoons. I like them because they have a 1.5 tsp&4 tsp. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:30pm on 01/11/13

Yeah, I have the spoons too...in yellow [NT] - cheezz - 7:59am on 01/12/13

Yay!!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:55pm on 01/11/13

23634. I'm making a mix of tapas and meze for dinner today. - EvaN - 3:17pm on 01/11/13 (8)

I'd love to be on the guest list, Eva! Sounds wonderful. - Michael in Phoenix - 8:09pm on 01/11/13
This is my DH's favorite kind of dinner. Maybe I will do the same sort of thing tonight. - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:40pm on 01/11/13

I did end up doing this, Eva. Thanks for the inspiration. - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:10am on 01/12/13

Sounds wonderful to me!! I have been trying to use up all those odds and ends too. - Barbara in VA - 9:46pm on 01/11/13
Caviar? (Menu sounds good, Eva!) [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:54pm on 01/11/13

Yes, it's caviar! :-D [NT] - EvaN - 9:35am on 01/12/13

My favorite kind of dinner! [NT] - ErininNY - 12:40am on 01/12/13
DH loved it, and so did I :-) [LINK] - EvaN - 9:51am on 01/12/13

23635. Who wants to go shopping w/me (in pictures) to Costco yesterday? Meritage, vanilla incl (more info) [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 9:06pm on 01/11/13 (18)

Oh yeah! You needed a big trunk, Maria. Yes- Meritage is the one. - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:38pm on 01/11/13

I expected that too, but when you said roasted chickens were $5, that was the same... - MariaDNoCA - 9:44pm on 01/11/13

I'm astonished how high prices are here. Gas? $3.49/gal. My local grocery store... - Traca - 6:20pm on 01/12/13

$3.75 here [NT] - cheezz - 11:00pm on 01/12/13

Maria, I really enjoyed your slow mo' movie up until I reached the plastic wrap scene.... [LINK] - FloriSandy - 1:34am on 01/12/13

Ha! I only left that one there so I could recall the price. - MariaDNoCA - 2:00am on 01/12/13

Oh and did you notice they apparently employ mythical beings... - MariaDNoCA - 6:55am on 01/12/13

Quacking up here!!! [NT] - FloriSandy - 8:05am on 01/12/13

So...what's the verdict? Is your membership worth keeping? :) [NT] - cheezz - 8:02am on 01/12/13

Still up in the air but signs lean toward how much I could freeze to no for just me. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:47pm on 01/12/13

We are going to the Pleasure Palace (Costco) this afternoon - can't wait! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:09pm on 01/12/13
Can you share a membership with someone? I'm an authorized user on a friend's account. [NT] - Traca - 6:21pm on 01/12/13
Don't shoot me, but apples are way cheaper at Whole Foods... ;) (No amazing samples, though.) [NT] - ErininNY - 6:52pm on 01/12/13

See, need to price compare here $4.49 for 10 extra lrg organic - MariaDNoCA - 8:46pm on 01/12/13

But, more importantly, how do they taste? [NT] - Meryl - 9:34pm on 01/12/13

Yeah, didn't buy them so don't know. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:53pm on 01/12/13

Bizarrely, out best tasting apples this year are coming from Walmarts. I carried home... - MarilynFL - 5:57pm on 01/14/13

If you have Sam's Club, they have guest passes once or twice a year, - LisainLA - 10:46pm on 01/12/13

23636. I accidentally (sort of) bought some coconut oil (solid), thanking it was - DawnNYS - 10:41pm on 01/11/13 (14)

P.S. It's labeled "Fijian Extra Virgin Coconut Oil"... [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:43pm on 01/11/13
Cook with it, eat it as sacrifice to the good memory gods. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:53pm on 01/11/13
I've heard "expert" opinions on both sides. The LOHAS zeitgeist right now is that - pmassell_93 - 11:34pm on 01/11/13

I love it for popcorn too. But I use it for other things too. It gives a soft edge to veggies - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:14am on 01/12/13

so..it doesn't leave behind a "coconuty" taste? That's what I always assumed. (and you know what - MarilynFL - 2:25am on 01/12/13

part of flavor is smell so there you go regardless. - pmassell_93 - 2:31am on 01/12/13

Well, it is not for everyone that is for sure. - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:05pm on 01/12/13

Thanks Paul and everyone else too. Yes, it has a nice, light, coconut - DawnNYS - 8:35pm on 01/12/13

I was VERY surprised that the meat from a Thai coconut had almost no flavor/scent. - MarilynFL - 8:33pm on 01/14/13

I made these last summer and just the topping to serve over homemade ice cream. Great! [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 11:49pm on 01/11/13
The Naked Popcorn from Popcornopolis is made with coconut oil and its fabulous!! - cheezz - 8:04am on 01/12/13
Re: I accidentally (sort of) bought some coconut oil (solid), thanking it was - carol whidbey Is - 11:59am on 01/12/13

This was under $3 for 8 oz. and was in the "butter" case. Olivio was the brand. [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:38pm on 01/12/13

Add 1/3 cup to 12 oz chopped chocolate and melt in double boiler for sauce that cracks on ice cream [NT] - cheezz - 11:02pm on 01/12/13

23637. This looks great: Smoked Salmon Reuben Panini [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 4:18am on 01/12/13 (3)

Eggplant Fries recipe. I had these for the first time back in November at a very popular [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 4:39am on 01/12/13

These have my mouth watering. I'm going to search for an oven-fried version. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:28pm on 01/12/13

I want this!! It sounds soooo good! Thanks Sandy for posting. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 4:08pm on 01/12/13

23638. Fun post on making salumi in Italy [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 7:09pm on 01/12/13 (1)

I enjoyed this post. Thanks for sharing, Traca :-) [NT] - EvaN - 8:03pm on 01/13/13

23639. fig rye bread - cyalexa2 - 7:20pm on 01/12/13 (6)

cyalexa2 - Not all recipes are placed on Bon Appetit's Website. You would have to have access - GayR - 8:34pm on 01/12/13

Here is a photo of the Magazine Cover- [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:35pm on 01/12/13
didn't know that, thanks - cyalexa2 - 11:22pm on 01/12/13

Yep, that's the magazine it's from. I don't know why it was not included on the site--I still - Joe - 12:33am on 01/13/13

Thanks! - cyalexa2 - 1:12pm on 01/13/13

I really enjoyed this bread. - cyalexa2 - 1:35am on 01/14/13

23640. ISO ideas for a bumper crop of parsely, both curly and flat-leaf. I have so much of it in the garden - Joe - 1:44am on 01/13/13 (12)

All I can tell you is it freezes beautifully. Just wash, dry and put it in a plastic sack. - Curious1 - 2:56am on 01/13/13

No, I had no idea! Thanks. [NT] - Joe - 5:38pm on 01/13/13

How about parsley pesto? Or this: Lemony Rice-Parsley Salad [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:00am on 01/13/13

Or this: Parsley Salad [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:01am on 01/13/13
From my to-try list: Cannellini Bean Salad with Parsley Pesto [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:08am on 01/13/13

Thanks Meryl, these all sound good. I'll be sure to try Alton's salad at the next garden potluck. [NT] - Joe - 5:38pm on 01/13/13

green falafel; ie. falafel with extra parsley added - cyalexa2 - 1:22pm on 01/13/13

I love falafel. Thanks! [NT] - Joe - 5:39pm on 01/13/13

I love Salsa Verde, posted by Charlie [LINK] - judy-mass - 2:02pm on 01/13/13

Judy, I forgot about this. Thanks! [NT] - Joe - 5:40pm on 01/13/13

Rec: Chimichurri sauce [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 11:07pm on 01/13/13

Thanks, Barb! [NT] - Joe - 4:07pm on 01/14/13

23641. Stilton? My mom wants me to make a stilton soup for her for a dinner party she's hosting - Carianna in WA - 4:10am on 01/13/13 (6)

It's a blue cheese from England, a litte milder than Roquefort and Gorgozola. You could - Meryl - 4:33am on 01/13/13

Really? I thought it was the strongest cheese I've ever tasted. To be honest, - MarilynFL - 4:47pm on 01/13/13

Cheese is like fruit, with different stages of ripeness. Sounds like you tried an overripe sample. [NT] - Traca - 7:02pm on 01/13/13

It tasted like Blue Cheese Gone Bad {sung to a country-western tune} [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:25pm on 01/14/13

Do you have a Trader Joe's near you? That's where I bought mine last. [NT] - Traca - 6:06am on 01/13/13

That's a good idea... I haven't tried there yet. Our local TJ's has an absolutely impossible parking - Carianna in WA - 2:04am on 01/14/13

23642. NFR - Is there any way to get these freakin' symbols to stop flying up and down on various websites? [LINK] - Meryl - 6:24am on 01/13/13 (2)

Hmm, didn't notice them. I was too mesmerized by the chocolate cake (lol) [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:45pm on 01/13/13
No way to get rid of them short of leaving that site. - judy-mass - 6:37pm on 01/13/13

23643. Weekend six - elaine - 10:39am on 01/13/13 (18)

msabbaha -article and recipe - elaine - 10:43am on 01/13/13

Happy Birthday. That looks really good. - cyalexa2 - 1:28pm on 01/13/13
happy birthday elaine! I added the direct link to the recipe. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 9:00pm on 01/14/13

Happy Birthday!! What a lovely way to spend your special day! [NT] - barb_b - 12:47pm on 01/13/13
Happy Birthday Elaine! Sure sounds like a fun and delicious weekend:) Safe travels for your son! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:19pm on 01/13/13
Happy Birthday Elaine! What a wonderful way to celebrate! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 3:05pm on 01/13/13
Happy birthday, Elaine! Sounds like a fun weekend. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 4:09pm on 01/13/13
Your day sounds great! Happy Birthday Elaine. [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:41pm on 01/13/13
So glad you had a great birthday,Elaine! Many, many more!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 4:53pm on 01/13/13
Blessings and wishes for many more...all peaceful...with great strawberries. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:50pm on 01/13/13
Happy Birthday Elaine. So glad you were able to spend it with - orchid - 12:52am on 01/14/13

Elaine, please ignore above message. I just looked again and I - orchid - 5:01pm on 01/14/13

Let me know [NT] - elaine - 7:19pm on 01/14/13

We LOVE them! A keeper for sure and next time I will make sure - orchid - 11:48pm on 01/14/13

Glad you liked it. [NT] - elaine - 3:50am on 01/15/13

do you taste the vodka? can this be served to those who don't drink alcohol? I'm thinking most of - AngAk1 - 9:11pm on 01/15/13

I don't taste it but it's not cooked so the alcohol isn't burned off. I'm - orchid - 9:59pm on 01/15/13

Happy Birthday! [NT] - Meryl - 9:01pm on 01/14/13

23644. REc Citrus Marinated Shrimp Cocktail - elaine - 10:47am on 01/13/13 (0)

23645. a 5lb block of shrimp - cyalexa2 - 1:06pm on 01/13/13 (1)

Ha! You sound like me. I will go ahead and take something even - orchid - 3:08pm on 01/13/13

23646. REC: Banana Walnut Cake. As I continue to try to foil myself into thinking - Barbara in VA - 4:08pm on 01/13/13 (3)

Barb, I have teff (thanks to Kim) and quinoa flour. But I have't opened the quinoa. Do you - MarilynFL - 4:07pm on 01/14/13
Marilyn, I would be tempted to try the teff but the Whole Foods site says - Barbara in VA - 5:48pm on 01/14/13
I used to make a recipe using wheat berries that were soaked and ground in the food processor. - Curious1 - 6:52pm on 01/14/13

23647. Warm Weekend Six [IMAGE] - DawnNYS - 4:49pm on 01/13/13 (6)

Dawn, I'm on my way. We have -15F here.... - EvaN - 10:18pm on 01/13/13
Hey, we were supposed to have that weather!!! Instead we had 54 degrees with fairly heavy fog all - Barbara in VA - 1:55am on 01/14/13

'Love your backsplash, Barb! Pretty. [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:03pm on 01/14/13
beautiful bread! [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:08pm on 01/14/13
Oh; I am so excited for you! Great fun and pic! Agree w/ Dawn, love your backsplash. - barb_b - 10:41pm on 01/14/13
Thanks Dawn and barb, we did a kitchen redo about 7 years ago. I wanted something - Barbara in VA - 11:42am on 01/15/13

23648. Marilyn, I am intrigued by the recipe that you posted on your refrigerator at - DawnNYS - 5:02pm on 01/13/13 (8)

LOL, now you have me intrigued too :-D [NT] - EvaN - 8:07pm on 01/13/13
Ah, that's just my writing: it's "2 oz icing". I was trying to calculate how much "real" - MarilynFL - 8:35pm on 01/13/13

Great tip, Marilyn - though I am a little disappointed there was no wine involved ;-) [NT] - EvaN - 10:06pm on 01/13/13

LOL! [NT] - barb_b - 11:02pm on 01/13/13

Are we seeing a future experiment here? [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:03pm on 01/14/13

Me too, I though you had something like rum balls going on there :o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:59pm on 01/14/13

If you like making cake balls, I found an easy shortcut for crumbling the cake [LINK] - cheezz - 12:11am on 01/14/13

That is brilliant. Thanks for sharing. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:02pm on 01/14/13