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

23996. I am catering a breakfast for 15 tomorrow morning. Uggg, but good. - Dawn_MO - 2:45pm on 03/11/13 (14)

It sounds divine to me. [NT] - Joe - 4:27pm on 03/11/13
Just lovely. [NT] - elaine - 4:31pm on 03/11/13
Wonderful! I really enjoy the artichoke tarts. When I make them, I also make tomato cups [LINK] - barb_b - 5:11pm on 03/11/13
Sounds like those are some very lucky people! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:15pm on 03/11/13
Fabulous with one extra thought: gluten-free folks would just have the oranges. How about - MarilynFL - 6:20pm on 03/11/13

Good thought, but the Greek and Ham and Cheese Quiches are actually not - Dawn_MO - 9:05pm on 03/11/13

ah, so not so work-intensive either. Good idea. Really nice menu. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:31am on 03/12/13

What about some fruit? Something fresh, gluten-free, and diet-friendly [NT] - Traca - 6:36pm on 03/11/13

The Cuties are tangerines. I thought that would be easier than providing - Dawn_MO - 9:06pm on 03/11/13

It sounds great, and since you are in the business of promoting your - DawnNYS - 9:59pm on 03/11/13
So how did it go?? [NT] - Joe - 10:25pm on 03/12/13

Sounds lovely - I'm with Joe, how did it go? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:32am on 03/13/13
It went pretty good. I had everything under control, which is always a good thing. - Dawn_MO - 2:17pm on 03/16/13

You're so right that you have to know your audience...some want gravy, some want bernaise [NT] - cheezz - 8:32pm on 03/16/13

23997. Slightly Late Weekend Six - DawnNYS - 10:42pm on 03/11/13 (23)

I had a meatball weekend too! - Heather_in_SF - 11:40pm on 03/11/13

Not meatballs but ground beef weekend.... I had been ill with flu all week.. - elaine - 4:46am on 03/12/13

I LOVE tuna and pineapple salad. There was a recipe for it on the Dole chunk pineapple can, - AngAk1 - 5:47pm on 03/12/13

I'm pretty sure this is the recipe. - AngAk1 - 6:38pm on 03/12/13

Glad you are feeling better:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:50am on 03/13/13

Target: I like their chocolate selection. usually have good Ritter selection and Toblerone varieties - AngAk1 - 5:26pm on 03/12/13
I also had meatballs this weekend. I have learned that Gluten Free is quite expensive! - barb_b - 5:59pm on 03/12/13

Yes, it is. Our food budget about tripled. She should make her own bread -good recipes available now [NT] - cheezz - 6:18pm on 03/12/13

I am always so surprised that people go gluten-free when they don't have Celiac's disease, not that - DawnNYS - 10:23pm on 03/12/13

P.S. Glad you are feeling better Elaine! [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:23pm on 03/12/13
It's not a matter of losing weight (altho I would WELCOME that) - its a health issue - cheezz - 5:28am on 03/13/13

cheezz, you might want to read this article about using heirloom wheat (recipe & further links) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:52pm on 03/13/13

The article that discussed it [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:54pm on 03/13/13

Very interesting! Also interesting on how those who are gluten-intolerant can eat this! [NT] - cheezz - 7:46pm on 03/13/13

I didn't mean you, cheezz :o) That's why I prefaced it with "not that this is the case with either" - DawnNYS - 8:14pm on 03/15/13

HA! Do people really do this GF thinking they will lose weight?! NOT! [NT] - cheezz - 10:36pm on 03/15/13

I have a friend who is studying to be a nutritional counselor (whatever that is), well really - DawnNYS - 3:35pm on 03/16/13

Sort of like a "life coach"? You get advice like "breath in, breath out, repeat as needed?" - Steve2 in LA - 9:33pm on 03/16/13

LOL @ Steve [NT] - LisainLA - 6:33pm on 03/17/13

Depending on what people substitute in place of the gluten-containing items they were eating, - LisainLA - 6:32pm on 03/17/13

So true, but even whole grains (wheat, oat, rye, barley) have gluten in them I think [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:15pm on 03/21/13

They all have gluten, but typically when someone follows a "gluten free" [LINK] - LisainLA - 11:19pm on 03/21/13

My coworker has a wheat allergy, but not to gluten - Heather_in_SF - 5:34pm on 03/13/13

23998. Food Savers - Do they really make a difference? I'm basically interested in - Meryl - 12:55am on 03/12/13 (3)

I don't think you will do well freezing slices of bread or cake. The vacuum will compress them too - Janet in NC - 1:27am on 03/12/13

I freeze single pieces of cake.... - JudyW - 2:41am on 03/12/13

Thank you both. [NT] - Meryl - 1:31am on 03/14/13

23999. Does anyone have a really good T&T whoopie pie recipe (the cookie). I promised them to my son as his - elaine - 9:51am on 03/12/13 (3)

My friend Stephen sold Gobs, which are whoopie pies from his neck of the wood [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 4:47pm on 03/12/13

Lovely story. Thanks for this. [NT] - elaine - 8:56pm on 03/12/13
Aww... [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:06pm on 03/12/13

24000. Chocolate & Peanut Butter Pudding Cups [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 9:59am on 03/12/13 (5)

Yummy! My DH will love this, thanks for sharing. [NT] - LisainLA - 12:37am on 03/13/13

Oh yeah...the perfect combo! [NT] - cheezz - 5:17am on 03/13/13

"Down!!! Down, I said!!" [sorry...my thighs saw this post.] [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:44pm on 03/13/13

LOL - I so understand. When my thighs saw 36 jumbo cookies - deb-in-MI - 3:03pm on 03/13/13

I have one word for you: Duct-tape. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:43pm on 03/13/13

24001. My new FAVORITE Cookie Cook Book [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 10:03am on 03/12/13 (19)

I can only beg this answer: how do you not overeat? I love cookies, but have no willpower - MarilynFL - 12:57pm on 03/12/13

I basically bake for others and limit myself to small bites. - deb-in-MI - 1:26pm on 03/12/13

Bless you for not saying "Will-power." Good luck with the 10...and thanks! [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:34pm on 03/12/13

Deb, how does the Snickerdoodle recipe differ in this book? [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 7:16pm on 03/12/13

I'm not really sure because I haven't had that much experience - but here's the recipe - deb-in-MI - 8:56pm on 03/12/13

Here's the old Betty Crocker one for comparison - Melissa Dallas - 9:28pm on 03/12/13

Thanks Deb and Melissa... - Richard in Cincy - 5:18pm on 03/14/13

Oh Deb, I am trying so hard to resist the temptation of new cookbooks...why one wonders, LOL!!! - Barbara in VA - 4:47pm on 03/13/13

I caved.........LOLOLOL!!! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 4:55pm on 03/13/13

Did you just purchase it? - deb-in-MI - 5:01pm on 03/13/13

Yup, it's on it's way. Hope everyone loves your cookies tomorrow night! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 10:07pm on 03/13/13

Let me know what you think! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:42am on 03/14/13

So which ones have you tried? [NT] - cheezz - 1:47am on 03/14/13

Here's the list: - deb-in-MI - 10:46am on 03/14/13

Good to know! I'll have to try the oatmeal cookies :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:39pm on 03/14/13

Here's a recipe using her vanilla base. It's similar to the Neiman Marcus $250 chocolate chip [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:14pm on 03/14/13

Those ground oats make the cookies *divine* [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:10pm on 03/14/13
Yes, yes, I love the texture that the ground oats add to a cookie. I have tried it out - Barbara in VA - 1:19pm on 03/14/13
thanks Marilyn. [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:25pm on 03/14/13

24002. Vacuum-packed salad in a jar. Great idea for the work week. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 7:41pm on 03/12/13 (0)

24003. Going to attempt to make a test run of the deviled chick eggs tonight. Wish me [LINK] [IMAGE] - DawnNYS - 10:49pm on 03/12/13 (17)

Dawn, Have a look here......may make it easier to make [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:44am on 03/13/13

Thanks Gay. I found that the yolk mixture was waaaay too [IMAGE] - DawnNYS - 7:04pm on 03/15/13

I want to try these too. I make the olive penguins for Christmas, so my friends saw these chicks - AngAk1 - 8:13pm on 03/15/13

I'd like to see a pic of the olive penguins! [NT] - cheezz - 10:38pm on 03/15/13

link to lots of pictures. I made the igloo too. used the frilly toothpiks so they were puffins [LINK] - AngAk1 - 1:08am on 03/16/13

Cute!! So let me guess...you split one side of the giant olive and stuff with cream cheese - cheezz - 2:07am on 03/16/13

that's it! you can flavor the cream cheese. put it in a ziplock and snip end for more control - AngAk1 - 7:45pm on 03/18/13

HA! Yup, that's what happened with my owl and shrooms...but they cave in the end:) [NT] - cheezz - 3:27am on 03/19/13

Those cupcakes are so cute! I really want to just eat one. or 2. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 6:37pm on 03/13/13

Cupcakes???? [NT] - cheezz - 7:42pm on 03/13/13

Probably talking about the IMAGE at Dawn's post. It shows the bunny butt cupcake. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:44pm on 03/13/13

[I love living in a world where I can write "bunny butt" and not be burned at the stake.] [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:45pm on 03/13/13

Actually [NFR at all], one of my favorite shops is called "Bunny Butt." All-natural cosmetics. ;) [NT] [LINK] - ErininNY - 3:51am on 03/14/13

Thanks Erin. I fell in love with the humor and thoughtfulness of their webpage - deb-in-MI - 10:51am on 03/14/13

You're welcome, Deb. :) - ErininNY - 1:50pm on 03/30/13

Yes, I thought the image appeared when you opened up the post. Yep, it's there. [NT] - DawnNYS - 6:55pm on 03/15/13

oops...sorry...I thought you meant cupcakes at the link :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:39pm on 03/15/13

24004. Calling Marilyn! Calling Marylin! - SallyBR - 2:18am on 03/13/13 (1)

Excellent! Thanks for being such a thoughtful guinea pi...lab ra...friend! - MarilynFL - 11:34am on 03/13/13

24005. Has anyone made these Morning Buns from Cook's Country? [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:28am on 03/13/13 (3)

Haven't tried....gonna try! (whacks Maria for sharing this). ;) [NT] - LisainLA - 11:31pm on 03/13/13

Ha, somebody has to (ow!) - I also posted the Never Get Sick Chocolate Cake above tho >> [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 12:22am on 03/14/13

3 sticks of butter, and 1 c sour cream----yowzer [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:03am on 03/14/13

24006. Totally NFR: We really enjoyed this movie: Intouchables (French) [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:04pm on 03/13/13 (4)

It just arrived via Netflex - we are watching it this weekend - deb-in-MI - 3:01pm on 03/13/13

My sister has been touting this film for over a year. [NT] - judy-mass - 1:29am on 03/14/13

Terrific movie! Must watch again... [NT] - cheezz - 1:45am on 03/14/13

thanks for the suggestion. looking for it now at our library. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:24pm on 03/13/13

24007. Handy visual chart of food storage times - again, ham - 1 week, who knew? [NT] [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 7:24pm on 03/13/13 (0)

24008. Adorable: Pot-o-luck green cake balls for St. Paddy's Day [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:24pm on 03/13/13 (4)

And these too cute shamrock cookies! [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 7:40pm on 03/13/13

Oh ya, I thought that execution was brilliant. Of course, she made TWO cookies. Great for a website, - MarilynFL - 7:43pm on 03/13/13

looks pretty easy. I've never used that mist spray...must think of something clever for Christmas! [NT] - cheezz - 10:37pm on 03/13/13

Me either but I thought what she did was brilliant:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:55am on 03/14/13

24009. Had to share: Papal peeps!... - MariaDNoCA - 10:44pm on 03/13/13 (4)

habemus papam [NT] - pmassell_93 - 11:04pm on 03/13/13

LOL!! [NT] - FloriSandy - 11:18pm on 03/13/13

So we can all toast marshmallows in H. E. Double L. O? [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:07pm on 03/14/13

- Inside His Excellency's double limo Popemobile?? That would be - FloriSandy - 11:48pm on 03/14/13

24010. To check out: Homemade Mustard - David Lebovitz [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:45am on 03/14/13 (4)

thanks meryl. I think I have all the ingredients. - AngAk1 - 12:59am on 03/14/13

If you try it, let me know how it turns out - I think I'm going to try it also. [NT] - Meryl - 1:29am on 03/14/13

I'm going to soak the ingredients tonight and grind it up Sunday. I wish I had started sooner - AngAk1 - 5:29pm on 03/14/13

6 DIY mustards from Sunset Magazine. most are the cooked kind. I like the Lebovitz one [LINK] - AngAk1 - 8:06pm on 03/15/13

24011. What's on your St. Pat's Day menu? I need some inspiration.... - Barbara in VA - 2:13pm on 03/14/13 (8)

The usual here, we love our corned beef. with braised cabbage and fried turnips. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 5:09pm on 03/14/13

How do you fry turnips? Like french fries? [NT] - cyalexa2 - 12:41am on 03/15/13

Joe's carmelized turnips [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 1:50pm on 03/19/13

I will definitely be making that when the turnips show up at the farmer's market! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 1:02pm on 03/20/13

I'm making colcannon, and maybe Shephard's pie... [NT] [LINK] - DawnNYS - 7:20pm on 03/15/13

For your side dish, the beer-battered broccoli (under "green apps") at that link looks good too! [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:23pm on 03/15/13

Just saw a friend's picture of her stuffed mushrooms, filled with shepard's pie filling - Heather_in_SF - 1:35am on 03/16/13

She shared her recipe! It sounds so easy: How To Make Shepard's Pie Stuffed Mushrooms [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 4:56pm on 03/18/13

24012. Need help with Passover food...I am going to my first dinner and am not sure what to make - cheezz - 3:37pm on 03/14/13 (17)

Hmmm...I guess if meringues are ok, then eggs must be ok [NT] - cheezz - 3:41pm on 03/14/13

Haroset? [NT] - cheezz - 3:41pm on 03/14/13

If it's no dairy I am assuming that they are serving meat/chicken for the meal - deb-in-MI - 4:10pm on 03/14/13

Correct, no dairy. I'm thinking of maybe a honey cake or kichel. Any T&T recipes? [NT] - cheezz - 3:49am on 03/15/13
Deb, do you think your sis would share the recipe? [NT] - cheezz - 3:50am on 03/15/13

Unfortunately it is not a recipe - she just throws a bunch of ingredients - deb-in-MI - 10:33am on 03/15/13

Here a several recipes from Joan Nathan - deb-in-MI - 10:35am on 03/15/13

you would have to use margarine. no butter. [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:35pm on 03/14/13
What Ang said. The rules of kosher regard butter as "dairy" but eggs are just eggs. This is because - Steve2 in LA - 7:01pm on 03/14/13
YOu could make coconut macaroons dipped (or immersed) in bittersweet chocolate. [NT] - Meryl - 2:49am on 03/15/13

That's right...I hadn't thought of that! Thanks for reminding me :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:46am on 03/15/13

You're welcome - Make sure you save me some - I love them!!! [NT] - Meryl - 5:28am on 03/15/13

That's what I'm afraid of...they are one of my faves :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:46am on 03/15/13

If you're looking for a savory dish, these are hauntingly delicious. - Traca - 5:08am on 03/15/13
I have several recipes for charoset from Nira Rousso cookbook but they are not T&T. - elaine - 6:55am on 03/15/13

The wine needs to be Passover kosher, right? I love the ingredients to charoset... - cheezz - 7:45am on 03/15/13

Yes, if someone is keeping passover then the wine should be kosher for passover. [NT] - elaine - 7:36pm on 03/15/13

24013. I made this prune cake yesterday from Pioneer Woman. I cut [LINK] - orchid - 6:21pm on 03/14/13 (3)

So glad you posted this. I've been wanting to make it. Now I will. Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:44pm on 03/14/13

I know you will love it Cyn. It's soooo moist and forgot to say next - orchid - 8:50pm on 03/14/13

Thanks for the tip. I'll add some. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:07pm on 03/14/13

24014. What to do with a 1/2 gallon of pineapple orange juice? It is up for expiry. Can I use it for a - barb_b - 7:54pm on 03/14/13 (11)

Sherbet or sorbet or granita. Or freeze it in cubes to use in summer drinks. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 8:00pm on 03/14/13

There is nothing finer than orange juice ice cubes in iced tea! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 8:24pm on 03/14/13

especially if it is red zinger iced tea! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 1:30am on 03/15/13

Save some for a pork or chicken marinade. Here's a recipe for pork chops and another [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 10:54pm on 03/14/13

Oh wow, you just reminded me I have a bottle of Cuban sour orange marinade - Heather_in_SF - 7:47pm on 03/15/13

Make the Easy Orange Chicken from T&T: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 2:34am on 03/15/13

Or this: Tike Treat - it's a delicious, low fat, healthy dessert or snack: - Meryl - 2:36am on 03/15/13
Will try - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:38am on 03/15/13

Here's something from my to-try list: Tropical Popsicle [LINK] - Meryl - 2:40am on 03/15/13
Thanks everyone!! Much appreciated! [NT] - barb_b - 11:58am on 03/16/13
Thanks everyone!! Much appreciated! [NT] - barb_b - 12:13pm on 03/16/13

24015. It's PI Day!! How could I almost let this slip under the radar!! Here's what I want to make [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 9:58pm on 03/14/13 (2)

Did you make it? I think frozen cherries would maybe be a little too liquidy, unless - DawnNYS - 7:15pm on 03/15/13

Dawn, you are exactly right, I thawed and drained then baked. Also, I could have sworn - Barbara in VA - 12:12pm on 03/16/13

24016. Rec: Chipotle Sloppy Joes from Cooking Light. Low in fat and looks great! [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 1:55am on 03/15/13 (10)

These do look nice. I've found as I have changed my eating habits, I tend to - LisainLA - 5:33pm on 03/16/13

Lisa, one tip I've learned... - Traca - 9:02pm on 03/16/13

Thanks Traca, I've tried that a few times. I have lotsof little nuggets of "stuff" in my freezer, - LisainLA - 10:50pm on 03/16/13

I do that too. For me, frozen nuggets of chipotle and tomato paste easily confused! [NT] - Traca - 4:34am on 03/17/13

What? You're not into "freezer roulette"? Makes life exciting AND destroys your digestive system - Steve2 in LA - 6:57am on 03/17/13

Lick to test? Genius! Why didn't I think of that?!? Seriously! [NT] - Traca - 4:48am on 03/18/13

Perhaps your brain isn't adequately twisted? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:42pm on 03/18/13

I could see it in a pita pocket too [NT] - cheezz - 10:06pm on 03/16/13

Great idea! That would make a nice lunch, a container of the filling to warm in the micro, and make - LisainLA - 10:51pm on 03/16/13

and jealous co-workers :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:41am on 03/17/13

24017. A Dozen Recipes for Slawless Cabbage [NYTimes] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:48pm on 03/15/13 (1)

Thanks Mar, these all look great. [NT] - LisainLA - 5:29pm on 03/16/13

24018. ISO blackened salmon seasoning mix that isn't over-hot or over-salty. - MarilynFL - 5:26pm on 03/15/13 (4)

We like this Cowboy spice mix. add a tsp or more of cayenne for more heat [LINK] - AngAk1 - 6:23pm on 03/15/13

Thanks Angie! [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:39pm on 03/15/13

Emerils recipes for spice mixes are good & you could cut the salt & cayenne in this - Melissa Dallas - 10:59pm on 03/15/13

Thanks Melissa! [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:27pm on 03/17/13

24019. NFR fun: I-Pad versus Paper [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:50pm on 03/15/13 (5)

ROTFLMAF!!!!!!! [NT] - orchid - 10:27pm on 03/15/13
Not THAT is funny :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:37pm on 03/15/13

Ditto to that!! [NT] - FloriSandy - 1:35am on 03/16/13

I tried the ipad version - pmassell_93 - 2:41am on 03/16/13

: ) [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:19pm on 03/18/13

24020. Feel like making this soup on Sunday, REC: My Mom's Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 7:57pm on 03/15/13 (1)

I might have to try that too - looks wonderful! [NT] - Music City Missy - 3:34am on 03/16/13

24021. Quick- can anyone tell me how much icing the Sugar Baby recipe makes? (should I 1/2 it?) see pix... - MariaDNoCA - 8:40pm on 03/15/13 (14)

Is this the recipe for cookies from Penny also? Hers makes about 3 doz. cookies - cheezz - 11:35pm on 03/15/13

Oh, and it's the frosting I used for the little owls I just made in the post up above. [LINK] - cheezz - 11:35pm on 03/15/13

Thanks! Yes it made plenty... - MariaDNoCA - 2:44am on 03/16/13

Anyone- what can I use the leftover evap milk for? - MariaDNoCA - 2:46am on 03/16/13

Make Natilla - it's a Spanish Vanilla Custard with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top - it's sooo good.. - Meryl - 5:21am on 03/16/13

You could halve this Potato Soup: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:25am on 03/16/13
These sound good - I have a bag of sweet potatoes too. I want to want soup, but it's 80 degrees. - MariaDNoCA - 6:24am on 03/16/13

Here's the recipe for the Lemon Custard Ice Cream: - Meryl - 8:25am on 03/16/13

HAHAHAHAHA!!!! You've heard the expression 'mountain out of a molehill'? - cheezz - 5:37am on 03/16/13

Oh you take it off the heat to add the sugar? Maybe that's what I did wrong... - MariaDNoCA - 6:07am on 03/16/13

I put it on the heat only briefly until corn syrup is melted. You can freeze the evap milk [NT] - cheezz - 7:21am on 03/16/13
Maria - I leave it on heat while adding the sugar, and I use a mixer also - LisainLA - 5:06pm on 03/16/13

When it's warm like that, you get a very thin transparent icing. I just finished icing - cheezz - 8:36pm on 03/16/13

Yeah, learned a lot about how much it makes what to do/not do next time... - MariaDNoCA - 6:05pm on 03/18/13

24022. Marilyn O'Reilly's Irish Soda Bread: Thought I'd repost this - recipe originally posted by charlie [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 11:50pm on 03/15/13 (22)

made this last night, thanks [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 4:50pm on 03/17/13

You're welcome! Here's a photo that's almost identical to the way mine looks, baking 20 minutes,then [IMAGE] - Meryl - 10:05pm on 03/17/13

it looks like cutting the cross deeper is also something that I should have done [NT] - pmassell_93 - 10:39pm on 03/17/13

I think I will try this instead of my usual from BC. I like the BC one because it is like a biscuit - LisainLA - 6:18pm on 03/17/13

I really liked this - it is sweeter than the one I normally do, but not a bad thing. - LisainLA - 4:50am on 03/18/13

Note there's 1/2 c sugar in the recipe linked above and only 1/4 c in the original on Food Network. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:11pm on 03/18/13

They must have changed it, because I copied it directly from Foodnetwork way back. Here's charlie's [LINK] - Meryl - 7:27pm on 03/18/13

Hmm, I guess I will have to make another loaf to have with leftovers tomorrow and see - LisainLA - 1:09am on 03/19/13

I tried the one with 1/4 cup sugar tonight - DH and I both prefer the one with 1/2 cup. - LisainLA - 4:11am on 03/20/13

I'm glad I always did the original version with 1/2 cup sugar - it's perfect! Yeah, it makes sense - Meryl - 5:37am on 03/20/13

Thanks Meryl. I don't use dark non-stick pans, but I will try doubling them - LisainLA - 11:27pm on 03/21/13

Interesting, I'm doing a recipe purge now and one of the criteria I use for baked goods is when - Curious1 - 6:19pm on 03/20/13

When there's a ridiculous amount of sugar, I always reduce it. In this case, the 1/2 cup is a very - Meryl - 7:59pm on 03/20/13

Thanks Meryl. A quick bread I'm thinking of had 3.5 c. flour and 3 c. sugar. I dumped it. [NT] - Curious1 - 9:29pm on 03/20/13

Wow! That's insane! Even too much to reduce without major compromise. It should - Meryl - 11:52pm on 03/20/13

Here it is, I started wondering if I read it wrong, I didn't. No wonder her kids like it. [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:13am on 03/21/13

Ugh - it's sugar overload for sure. Too much salt in there, also. [NT] - Meryl - 5:39am on 03/21/13
It seems like a common in pumpkin bread to have a lot of sugar for some reason. [NT] - LisainLA - 11:21pm on 03/21/13

I've noticed that, too. Same thing with most zucchini bread recipes. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:48pm on 03/22/13

ANd now that we are talking about it, banana bread tends to have a lot as well. - LisainLA - 7:50pm on 03/23/13

Lol, is that a variation on the old saying, there's no free lunch? [NT] - Curious1 - 6:11pm on 03/24/13

This is ready for T&T. Oh, charlie, will you do the honors? [NT] - Meryl - 5:11am on 03/18/13

24023. Easter Lamb Recipes. Let's post our favorites. I want to try Grilled Marinated Leg of Lamb from EPI [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 2:59am on 03/16/13 (12)

Meryl's Roasted Asparagus with Crisp Shallots [NT] [LINK] - FloriSandy - 3:25am on 03/16/13

I could grill the asparagus on my porcelain BBQ grate! [NT] - FloriSandy - 3:33am on 03/16/13
Ha! I can't believe it - I was just thinking today how sad it was that no one here - Meryl - 5:07am on 03/16/13

You are under [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 1:15am on 03/20/13

Ha! Love it! [NT] - Meryl - 1:23am on 03/20/13

This sounds yummy, I saute asparagus with red onion & garlic for Easter, might try this instead. Thx [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:29am on 03/16/13

This is my go to recipe for a roasted leg of lamb. It'sa Julia Child Classic. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 12:00pm on 03/16/13

It was very good Sylvia. I made it in 2009 after seeing your [LINK] - FloriSandy - 1:22am on 03/20/13

Sandy, glad you enjoyed the lamb. [NT] - Sylvia - 12:21pm on 03/20/13
I miss MargCDN, has anyone heard from her lately? [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:26pm on 03/20/13

Like minds, I was thinking of her this morning. Perhaps our vibes will reach her & she'll check in. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:12pm on 03/20/13

Also was thinking Lizzie hasn't been here in awhile. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:14pm on 03/20/13

24024. FYI, just realized I needed to adjust time here for Daylight Savings - MariaDNoCA - 6:34am on 03/16/13 (1)

Right you are - just did it. Thx Maria :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:22am on 03/16/13

24025. Does anyone know how long kielbasa lasts in the refrigerator (opened but wrapped)? More than - DawnNYS - 3:39pm on 03/16/13 (2)

I wouldn't take a chance - here's the storage recommendation chart for sausages [LINK] - LisainLA - 4:53pm on 03/16/13

Oh :o( Thanks for the tip [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:27pm on 03/16/13

24026. Emeril's corned beef cabbage ? - pmassell_93 - 5:14pm on 03/16/13 (8)

Here is his recipe for braised cabbage and potatoes that sounds like what is [LINK] - LisainLA - 5:22pm on 03/16/13

Assuming this is one of the posts you saw that reference it? [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 5:26pm on 03/16/13

yes thanks [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 8:32pm on 03/16/13

That strudel looks great for the leftover corned beef. I think I will make the braised - LisainLA - 10:53pm on 03/16/13

If that's not what you're looking for, I can tell you that there were suggestions - DawnNYS - 8:31pm on 03/16/13

so I ended up crock potting the cb and using emeril's recipe with some tweaks... - pmassell_93 - 10:44pm on 03/17/13

I also did the cb in the crock pot, and the emeril dish - what tweaks did you make? - LisainLA - 4:48am on 03/18/13

my tweaks - pmassell_93 - 3:06pm on 03/18/13

24027. Has anyone tried Ina Garten's Baked Virginia Ham? I'm looking for something new [LINK] - LisainLA - 5:14pm on 03/16/13 (3)

I haven't tried it, but it sounds fabulous! Trader Joes has a nice mango chutney [NT] - cheezz - 10:12pm on 03/16/13

Yes, I love TJs, I need to add that to my shopping list, along with the dijon. [NT] - LisainLA - 10:48pm on 03/16/13

The spiral hams at Trader Joe's are very good. I'd buy another in a heartbeat. [NT] - Traca - 4:31am on 03/17/13

24028. I made some good soup today for the cafe. REC: Mader's German Restaurant Reuben Soup - Dawn_MO - 7:22pm on 03/16/13 (3)

It sounds great and I bet it was a big seller!! [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:21pm on 03/16/13
This sounds great, and perfect for leftover corned beef. Thanks Dawn. [NT] - LisainLA - 10:55pm on 03/16/13
Sounds like a winner. All the flavors blend so well and make it tasty, I am sure. On my list. THanks [NT] - elaine - 5:23am on 03/17/13

24029. Much better... [IMAGE] - DawnNYS - 8:15pm on 03/16/13 (13)

So cute!! My problem if having to cook twice as many as I need because they break up :( [NT] - cheezz - 8:38pm on 03/16/13

Dawn, does it take a long time to cut the jagged edges on the whites? [NT] - cheezz - 8:39pm on 03/16/13

No, that is one of the easiest steps. And since I made them, I figured out maybe - DawnNYS - 5:57pm on 03/17/13

Perfect sense!! One of those DUH moments you usually have after the fact :) [NT] - cheezz - 6:06pm on 03/17/13

Do NOT do this. It's very hard to get the yolk out this way - DawnNYS - 4:48pm on 03/18/13

HA! Hadn't thought of that. Thanks so much for doing all the hard work for us :) [NT] - cheezz - 6:21pm on 03/18/13

Aw....those look like you'd be eating Tweety Bird. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:06pm on 03/17/13

These are too cute! [NT] - EvaN - 9:43am on 03/17/13
Adorable! I can just picture a whole platter of them staring at everyone! You have inspired me - barb_b - 9:53pm on 03/17/13

Thanks. I think half of their charm is the way they are plopped into the "shell" though, so I'm - DawnNYS - 4:52pm on 03/18/13

Thanks for being the guinea chick, er pig on this project :) they're cute! - MoNJ - 10:28pm on 03/19/13

bravo! are those cloves for the eyes? very starry-ish [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:26pm on 03/18/13

Yes, cloves - fresh out of black olives. Thank you. [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:23pm on 03/19/13

24030. This Lemon Onion Relish sounds good & "Springy" - Melissa Dallas - 11:00pm on 03/16/13 (1)

This looks fantastic for Easter--thanks for posting! [NT] - MoNJ - 12:07pm on 03/17/13

24031. First dinner guests at the cabin and what a mess I made! - EvaN - 9:41am on 03/17/13 (9)

After one thing goes wrong,It always seems to spiral downward, doesn't it? Bet you'll all look - MoNJ - 12:06pm on 03/17/13
Eva, you'll laugh about the experience later. [NT] - Sylvia - 12:48pm on 03/17/13
I am with you on the "burnt" flavor/odor. - Dawn_MO - 3:35pm on 03/17/13
Awww, Eva, we've all been there. - Melissa Dallas - 4:04pm on 03/17/13

Ha, this is exactly what I was going to write M. And Eva...you don't have to wait. We're laughing - MarilynFL - 7:04pm on 03/17/13

Why does it only seem to happen when you have guests?! They were gracious guests - cheezz - 6:05pm on 03/17/13
Thank you all for your kind support and thoughts. I'm sure i'll be able to laugh at this in like - EvaN - 8:44am on 03/18/13
Awww, well at least you had good wine - it's the great equalizer. Good wine fixs almost anything! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:49pm on 03/18/13
Ach, been there too! - Heather_in_SF - 8:38pm on 03/18/13

24032. ISO any Spinach Bechamel Lasagna makers--can anyone guesstimate - MoNJ - 12:18pm on 03/17/13 (4)

I always use baby spinach, so that will work fine. I don't know how much three bunches of spinach - EvaN - 3:52pm on 03/17/13
Hi Mo, it's not such an exact amount. A large bag of baby spinach would do. - Joe - 9:15pm on 03/17/13
I use one 12 oz. bag of TJ's Baby Spinach. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:34am on 03/18/13
Perfect--thanks very much everyone!! :) [NT] - MoNJ - 11:49am on 03/18/13

24033. Has anyone used the Wilton spray mists? If so, any hints? - cheezz - 6:14pm on 03/17/13 (1)

Based on poor experience with this type of thing in the past, and reading about successes, - LisainLA - 6:40pm on 03/17/13

24034. Barb in VA, a whole-grain plum cake just screamed your name. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:17pm on 03/17/13 (1)

LOLOL!! thank you so much Marilyn, this really does scream my name :) - Barbara in VA - 4:59pm on 03/18/13

24035. Not sure if this is a new culinary high or low. Tonight I had pot de creme made w/ pig's blood. - Traca - 4:55am on 03/18/13 (14)

Not sure I would have even considered eating that - I'm such a culinary whimp :-D - EvaN - 8:40am on 03/18/13

Me either, Eva!! [NT] - DawnNYS - 5:02pm on 03/18/13

I had to read this TWICE. You are a braver [wo]man that I am, Gunda Din. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:26pm on 03/18/13

ditto [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:36pm on 03/18/13
Another chef did a Thai "noodle" dish. The noodles? Strips of pig skin. [NT] - Traca - 9:15pm on 03/21/13

Ok, I'm not as jealous of your life anymore :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:53am on 03/22/13

That makes two of us! Traca, did you like the "noodles"? [NT] - Curious1 - 3:10pm on 03/22/13

I was smacking my lips over the sauce, then learned about the "noodles". They were a bit chewy. - Traca - 4:44pm on 03/23/13

I taste everything once! Most of the time it tastes better than it sounds. Sounds like - CynUpstateNY - 4:40pm on 03/18/13
Oh my, a challenging dish. Glad you didn't post a picture! LOL [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 4:51pm on 03/18/13
You go girl!!! No way could you temp me to try this!! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 5:14pm on 03/18/13
Mixing chocolate and pigs blood is not unusual in Italy. [NT] - charlie - 6:12pm on 03/18/13

Yes, but they also came up with porchetta, so I'll forgive them anything. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:15pm on 03/20/13
This one was not chocolate. Vanilla? It was mauve colored b/c of the blood. [NT] - Traca - 9:13pm on 03/21/13

24036. Cheez- found a passover apple cake recipe that sounds lovely. - elaine - 8:33am on 03/18/13 (1)

It does sound lovely! Thank you for thinking of me :) [NT] - cheezz - 6:17pm on 03/18/13

24037. Odd coming from me, but I'm going to Epcot for the first time in 25 years. Any suggestions? - MarilynFL - 2:34pm on 03/18/13 (29)

One suggestion... - Pat-NoCal - 4:51pm on 03/18/13

Yes, the food. It's been a long time since we went but there was - orchid - 5:40pm on 03/18/13

We're dining at La Hacienda! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:03am on 03/19/13

I don't remember the name but it's like you are sitting outside - orchid - 8:46pm on 03/19/13

Orchid, that is no longer a restaurant. The new one is across the walkway on the water. - Michael in Sarasota - 2:02am on 03/20/13

Darn, what a shame. There was something so peaceful about it. Thanks [NT] - orchid - 12:33pm on 03/20/13

Excellent reminder. Thanks Pat [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:04am on 03/19/13

oh, the garden show! have a super time. [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:38pm on 03/18/13

That's how I was able to convince Larry. Nice and slow walking...lots of flowers to look at. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:05am on 03/19/13

Soar'n! You MUST get a FastPass first thing when you get there. - Michael in Sarasota - 10:27pm on 03/18/13

Club Cool has free sodas from around the world. People miss this one. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:54pm on 03/18/13
Another note on Soar'n...FastPasses are usually gone by 11am. The regular line is from 2-3 hours... - Michael in Sarasota - 10:56pm on 03/18/13

Dinner reservations were made as soon as I read this. Thanks, M! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:03am on 03/19/13

Michael, Larry has a bad back. Will he be able to ride this? [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:04am on 03/19/13

Yes, it's more movie than ride. Hang gliding along the California coast. - Michael in Sarasota - 12:07pm on 03/19/13

Okey doke...I'll try to FastPass it. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:52pm on 03/19/13

Epcot resorts we love [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 2:59pm on 03/19/13

colleen! you just saved our butts! I thought Saratoga Springs would be an - MarilynFL - 4:53pm on 03/19/13

Outstanding! You did it! - colleenmomof2 - 7:10pm on 03/19/13

wow, you pulled a reverse bait and switch---way to go! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:49pm on 03/19/13

Uh oh. Did they include free parking and WIFI at Swan/Dolphin? - colleenmomof2 - 7:56pm on 03/19/13

Not sure..I just assumed parking came with the hotel. But it's worth it for the boat rides & easier - MarilynFL - 8:30pm on 03/19/13

You are going to enjoy this! - colleenmomof2 - 1:24pm on 03/20/13

I have stayed at Dolphin/Swan, can't remember which now, but lovely. huge properties but great spot [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:28pm on 03/20/13

Epcot reservation - colleenmomof2 - 1:18pm on 03/20/13

You are just a fountain of information, Colleen. I called the quasi-Disney hotel - MarilynFL - 1:49pm on 03/20/13
We would go for a day when we were in Tampa then Bradenton but now - Michael in Sarasota - 5:18pm on 03/20/13

Tried to PM all of this to you - colleenmomof2 - 1:25pm on 03/20/13

could we put this thread in "Great Threads"? so much good info. would love it if others added more [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:31pm on 03/20/13

24038. Singing the praises of a cleaning product that actually works - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:20pm on 03/18/13 (4)

Agreed, good stuff. Works wonders on bbq grill grates too. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:44pm on 03/18/13
Oh thank you! I have a pan in need as well - I'll run out and get some! Thxs! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:29pm on 03/18/13
thanks Cathy. haven't heard of this product [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:40pm on 03/18/13
Yes, it has saved me a number of times. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:40pm on 03/18/13

24039. I just saw my first robin of the season! Four of them, all lined up and - DawnNYS - 4:57pm on 03/18/13 (13)

Wonderful!! We rarely see robins in Los Angeles - I love the cardinals too [NT] - cheezz - 6:15pm on 03/18/13

some Stellar Jays just moved in outside of my home office. [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 6:28pm on 03/18/13

we have Stellar Jays up here too! big guys. [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:41pm on 03/18/13

I thought robins were EVERYwhere! :o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:48pm on 03/19/13

No Robins in Hawaii I am sad to say [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:40am on 03/20/13

when I lived in Nome, the first robin of spring would perch up on top of the emergency siren and - AngAk1 - 5:34pm on 03/20/13

yay for Spring Robins! still waiting for ours. but the pussy willows are budding up through the - AngAk1 - 8:43pm on 03/18/13
Meanwhile, an industrious little woodpecker is trying to, singlehandedly, take down our phone pole [NT] - cheezz - 3:21am on 03/19/13

They can be nasty! I heard one hear about a week ago. I literally was outside in the early am, in - barb_b - 1:37pm on 03/21/13

Fortunately he didn't hang around long. They are harder to hit with a BB gun :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:36pm on 03/21/13

Harder than the crows I should say [NT] - cheezz - 6:27pm on 03/21/13

While in NJ, we always had problems with the carpenter bees [NT] - charlie - 7:31pm on 03/21/13

I thought of those, too. They can do a lot of damage as I discovered at a FL location. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:03am on 03/22/13

24040. REC: Chocolate Buckwheat Cake--gluten free and delicious!! [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 5:12pm on 03/18/13 (1)

Thanks Barbra, this cake looks good. But one question - could you share your blini recipe too? :-) [NT] - EvaN - 7:18pm on 03/19/13

24041. Second year that used Cook's Country REC: for Corned Beef &Cabbage. It takes a long time - charlie - 6:19pm on 03/18/13 (12)

I do basically the same thing with my brisket. I use red bliss potatoes, unpeeled and roast - KarenNoCA - 7:05pm on 03/18/13

Sounds great Karen--we have a local mustard here called "Lusty Monk" that went well with the meal [NT] - charlie - 7:29pm on 03/18/13

we had the homemade mustard posted up at 24010---very easy and good [LINK] - AngAk1 - 8:50pm on 03/18/13

Glad it turned out well! [NT] - Meryl - 9:23pm on 03/18/13

The mustard I used was Sierra Nevada, a stout, slightly grainy mustard - KarenNoCA - 11:29pm on 03/18/13

To complete the circle---Sierra Nevada is opening a brewery right here in Asheville. [NT] - charlie - 1:50pm on 03/19/13

Wow, very cool. They just recently went through some sort of change and had to regroup - KarenNoCA - 6:28pm on 03/19/13

Don't know the answer to that Karen--here's a link to the new brewery [NT] [LINK] - charlie - 8:23pm on 03/19/13

I used this recipe last night for my home-brined corned beef. So easy and really good. I cooked - Curious1 - 3:55pm on 03/21/13

I also made the Creamy Horseradish sauce and mustard sauce from this recipe. I used white wine [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:59pm on 03/21/13

This was really good. Will definitely make again. Thanks Charlie. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:02am on 03/28/13
Looks as though this should be in T&T. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:43pm on 03/30/13

24042. I just found this deal on EPI by accident. Looks great! [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 11:01pm on 03/18/13 (1)

That is a great deal. Thanks, Karen! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 6:30pm on 03/19/13

24043. Marillyn, did you get my PM? [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:29am on 03/19/13 (1)

I did! I sent a long PM thank you back...but it didn't send. So then I sent a "new" - MarilynFL - 11:02am on 03/19/13

24044. I just made breakfast for my family for the week with two easy recipes. [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 2:54am on 03/19/13 (5)

Good job! I've made that first one many times - it's a favorite. Will have to try the enchiladas! [NT] - cheezz - 3:18am on 03/19/13

Ditto [NT] - elaine - 6:11am on 03/19/13

Me too [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:19pm on 03/19/13

The breakfast enchiladas-I think this would be great using eggs instead of tortillas. . . - mistral - 1:55am on 03/20/13

Isn't "breakfast enchilada" a beautiful invocation. Like butterfly. Or world peace. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:22pm on 03/20/13

24045. Tips for Barcelona restaurants (and anything else) - elaine - 5:31pm on 03/19/13 (3)

I'm in Switzerland now for another week but will send you a good tapas bar when - Janet in NC - 9:31am on 03/20/13

geez, Here I am, thrilled to be going across Orlando. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:32am on 03/20/13
tHANKS, I will appreciate that a lot. [NT] - elaine - 8:24pm on 03/21/13

24046. I am going to be in southern Fl. from May 15-18 - I will be at Lighthouse point near Pompano Beach. - elaine - 5:33pm on 03/19/13 (2)

elaine, sadly that's a 4-hr drive for me. But you're in the right neighborhood for chocolate! - MarilynFL - 6:34pm on 03/19/13

Thanks, I will be sure to visit them before I leave. Sorry it is not close enough - maybe next time. [NT] - elaine - 6:03am on 03/20/13

24047. ISO of tips to hide in luggage to join elaine from Barcelona to Fla... : ) - barb_b - 11:37pm on 03/19/13 (8)

Barb, these are 2 separate trips and yes I am coming to NY- Sandra and Erin pay attention also!! - elaine - 6:06am on 03/20/13

Yay! I was just teasing; did not know you were heading north. I'll try to send you a PM; but if - barb_b - 12:29pm on 03/20/13

Oh great - I will be intouch with them thru mail and get yours from them. I so look forward to - elaine - 7:07pm on 03/20/13

Ack, sorry I've been so out of the loop, Elaine! The 9th-13th of... April? May? [NT] - ErininNY - 1:50pm on 03/30/13

Oh, sorry--that's in the post above. I need to open my eyeballs a bit more. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 9:58pm on 03/31/13

NYC - Sandra in New York - 2:38am on 04/01/13

How about stopping by in Michigan Elaine - would love to meet you:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:39am on 03/20/13

Wish I had time - maybe someday. [NT] - elaine - 7:08pm on 03/20/13

24048. ISO: CynUpstateNY. A chef friend of mine posted an article of your nephew on FB [LINK] - FloriSandy - 1:50am on 03/20/13 (1)

Nice article on Mike but he's not my nephew. Andy was sous chef at Gramercy before moving [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 11:04am on 03/20/13

24049. I get feeds on FB from the NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) and just read this [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 2:16am on 03/20/13 (3)

Funny you post this right after I finally got around to watching The World According to Monsanto - MariaDNoCA - 4:08am on 03/20/13

What a coincidence! I just googled and found the free online Monsanto documentary [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 2:28am on 03/21/13

Very interesting reading. And a good reason to buy Italian pasta. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:36pm on 03/21/13

24050. Hey, all you Crayola fans! Check out this egg-dying technique. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:04pm on 03/20/13 (6)

Yes! but, beware of trauma that may come with melted down crayon tips - AngAk1 - 6:40pm on 03/20/13

Still have mine...Periwinkle for the win!! - MariaDNoCA - 7:55pm on 03/20/13

You are so young, I think the largest box they made when I was a kid contained 48. [NT] - Curious1 - 9:12pm on 03/20/13
awesome! big smile on my face. [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:41pm on 03/20/13

What a great idea! I color eggs with my grandchildren all year round. We do all kinds depending on - elaine - 7:12pm on 03/20/13
I sent this to my daughter, thanks for sharing it. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:31pm on 03/20/13

24051. Garden in a gutter - this looks cool, might dry out fast, but looks fun >> [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:00pm on 03/20/13 (1)

Karen, my friend and farmer just put some of these up on the side of her produce shop. - Barbara in VA - 11:51pm on 03/20/13

24052. Cute - Hopping Easter Bunny Bread [LINK] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 8:52pm on 03/20/13 (0)

24053. REC: Apple Enchiladas - Dawn_MO - 10:54pm on 03/20/13 (3)

Sorry if someone else posted this, I don't have any credits for it except Southern Living. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 10:55pm on 03/20/13
This reminds me of the "fried pies" we used to make at the taco stand: . . . - mistral - 1:32am on 03/21/13
Thx Dawn, these sound really good! I love the ability to make ahead, yet serve warm! [NT] - barb_b - 1:28pm on 03/21/13

24054. Better than Bouillon at Costco!!! First time I have seen it at Costco, it was $6.99 for 16 oz.. - Barbara in VA - 11:53pm on 03/20/13 (8)

Just finished my first jar of this product. It's good. Better than most, but... - Michael in Phoenix - 12:22am on 03/21/13

Yes, I know what you mean. . . this product can be somewhat "sweet" at times. . . - mistral - 1:28am on 03/21/13

I've used this for years- never noticed a sweet aspect - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:48pm on 03/22/13
We used it at a restaurant where I worked. Yes, it tends to get too sweet. We mixed it - Traca - 4:49pm on 03/23/13

I've gotten it there for years! Just can't beat their price :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:49am on 03/21/13

Lol, one of those jars lasts for years! [NT] - Curious1 - 3:11pm on 03/21/13

I also have used this product for years. My standard for glaze in chinese stir frys. [NT] - PatBastrop - 4:51am on 03/25/13

I also get it Costco - carol whidbey Is - 9:15pm on 04/07/13

24055. ISO: EveN here is the REC: Buckwheat Blinis it is an Ina Garten recipe and I thought it was [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 11:56pm on 03/20/13 (1)

Thank you so much, Barbara. I actually have a jar of real Beluga caviar that I need to eat soon - EvaN - 6:43pm on 04/03/13

24056. Pasta with Roasted Cauliflower, Arugula & Prosciutto. I'm always looking for ways to use cauliflower - Curious1 - 3:53pm on 03/21/13 (0)

24057. hard boiled egg chicks. a bit easier than the deviled egg chicks, maybe [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 5:28pm on 03/21/13 (1)

Cute. I saw something similar online the other day. Peppercorns! Good idea. [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:00pm on 03/21/13

24058. I am making beef stroganoff for dinner, and I have garlic that was as - DawnNYS - 7:18pm on 03/21/13 (13)

P.S. Serviing over colcannon... yum, that was good, as long as you cook the - DawnNYS - 7:23pm on 03/21/13

Surviving or Serving? LOL [NT] - Meryl - 7:27pm on 03/21/13

;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:17pm on 03/22/13

Garlic can be hot. There are various strains of garlic, and some are more pungent than others too. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 8:40pm on 03/21/13
Did you notice a bit of green in the center? Very common this time of year. Not sure it makes it - Curious1 - 2:58am on 03/22/13

You know I hate when I buy seemingly good looking garlic that's rock solid - FloriSandy - 3:23am on 03/22/13

Horrible green sprouts? Sounds like The Green Giant's awful nephew, Little Johnny--Jump-up . . . - mistral - 4:39pm on 03/22/13

I know the green sprouts means the clove is getting old, and they are bitter, but this was - DawnNYS - 7:17pm on 03/22/13

this has been happening to me for a few years now---the burning fingers when working with raw garlic [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:08pm on 03/25/13

we have been getting the worst garlic lately---looks rock solid and nice, then when i break the - AngAk1 - 9:09pm on 03/25/13

I break off a clove in the store & take a peek. [NT] - Traca - 7:12pm on 03/26/13
I read somewhere that we are getting alot of our garlic from China... [NT] - lorijean - 2:37pm on 03/27/13

yes, especially the powdered that goes into processed foods. One way to avoid bulb garlic from China - Curious1 - 4:12pm on 03/27/13

24059. I soaked dried Lima beans overnight. Anyone got a favorite recipe for them? [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:45pm on 03/22/13 (28)

These Greek Lima Beans are really nice [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 9:30pm on 03/22/13

Liked this, Melissa- will make it again. I added bacon which was not Greek but it was good. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:30pm on 03/23/13

Turkey leg and butter bean "cassoulet." I've made this several times without soaking, [LINK] - Joe - 10:06pm on 03/22/13

this sounds wonderful! we have a huge bag of dried limas to use up. I've become very fond of - AngAk1 - 9:31pm on 03/25/13

This is a favorite soup in our house - DawnNYS - 10:23pm on 03/22/13

Thanks for the great ideas all three of you. Melissa, I am going to try yours tonight. - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:49pm on 03/22/13

Melissa's and Dawn's recipes sound good to me too. Saved. [NT] - Joe - 1:10am on 03/23/13

slow baked lima beans and kale - cyalexa2 - 2:21am on 03/23/13

Searched but could not find it. Could you repost please? [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:38pm on 03/23/13

Here is her original post [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 5:44pm on 03/23/13

Thank you Lisa- I never would have found it. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:43pm on 03/23/13

You're welcome! I know when you know something is there but can't find it, - LisainLA - 7:46pm on 03/23/13

Good search tips. Thanks! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:54pm on 03/23/13
I did? I don't remember knowing that, so thanks for re-reaching it to me. [NT] - Joe - 10:20pm on 03/23/13

:D Coulda sworn it was you...BTW, I'm making your manicotti this weekend - LisainLA - 1:56am on 03/24/13

Manicotti? I don't remember ever making manicotti! Should my loved ones be alerted? - Joe - 2:12am on 03/24/13

LOL - now don't go saying that, I will think I'm losing MY mind! - LisainLA - 2:46am on 03/24/13

I'm thrilled you are using the recipe no matter what crepes you use. [NT] - Joe - 3:29am on 03/24/13

Thanks Lisa, I was traveling and not checking in here. [NT] - cyalexa2 - 6:16pm on 03/26/13

Heading out to buy lima beans. These all sound yummy! [NT] - Lana in FL - 2:24pm on 03/23/13
I'm a minimalist when it comes to lima beans. I love them steamed with a pinch of ... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:00pm on 03/23/13

Would dried limas work this way? They stay kind of "crunchy" even when cooked a long time. - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:45pm on 03/23/13

I've only ever bought fresh or frozen. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:53am on 03/24/13

I'll bet they'd work well in this salad recipe. I just can't get enough of this. - Marg CDN2 - 6:45pm on 03/23/13

That does look good. Thanks Marg. I have dried Favas too. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:44pm on 03/23/13
((((Marg)))) So good to "see" you. :D [NT] - LisainLA - 7:47pm on 03/23/13
so good to see you Marg! [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:38pm on 03/25/13
Yay, you're back! Missed you. [NT] - FloriSandy - 2:43am on 03/26/13

24060. Question about chocolate and static electricity - cheezz - 10:52pm on 03/22/13 (24)

You don't use your nut chopper anymore? [NT] - Meryl - 11:48pm on 03/22/13

I've been using the chopper, thanks to you. But, of course, that's only for - Meryl - 5:01am on 03/23/13

Yes, a nut chopper is good for small amounts - and a whiz on chocolate chips [NT] - cheezz - 11:26pm on 03/23/13

Perhaps Ernie can help you. He's good at this sort of [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 11:56pm on 03/22/13

Ha! Except my pound plus bar would definitely be pound minus when he finished with it :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:21am on 03/23/13

Not if you put him in a huge bouquet garni bag temporarily ;) [NT] - FloriSandy - 1:17am on 03/24/13

Wow- what a beautiful bird! He is my new desktop photo. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:51pm on 03/23/13

I'm glad you like him. A magnificent bird indeed. Here's the link to the PBS' Nature TV [LINK] - FloriSandy - 1:24am on 03/24/13

Try chopping it some what warm-ish. . . - mistral - 12:09am on 03/23/13
Use a heavy serrated knife. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:07am on 03/23/13
I'm going to try the serrated knife...not quite sure how to get the whole bar warm though [NT] - cheezz - 4:26am on 03/23/13

Brain storming...take a warm damp towel and wrap the packaged chocolate inside. There's a coffee - Traca - 4:59pm on 03/23/13

How about chunking it with the knife tip, then pulsing in a food processor? [NT] - LisainLA - 5:46pm on 03/23/13

Believe it or not, I've never owned a food processor [NT] - cheezz - 11:27pm on 03/23/13

I can believe it! I have a love/hate relationship with mine. [NT] - LisainLA - 12:43am on 03/24/13

Me too - I HATE cleaning it. But, it comes in handy when making fresh salsa, pureeing stuff, etc. [NT] - Meryl - 2:27am on 03/24/13

Exactly! I gave mine a workout today, but then it will sit unused for months. [NT] - LisainLA - 2:47am on 03/24/13

Guess I am a whimp?? I use mine all the time one of my favorite things to make in it is pie crust... - Barbara in VA - 12:18pm on 03/24/13

Not cheating - and not whimpy. I just hate cleaning mine so much that I really - LisainLA - 3:35pm on 03/24/13

Yes, I use - and clean - my sisters so I understand, I use a little 2 cup processor for salsa [NT] - cheezz - 8:55pm on 03/24/13

pie crust and biscuits---yes please to the food processor. I put mine in the dishwasher. - AngAk1 - 9:40pm on 03/25/13

Pie Crust, Bread Dough, Tapenade, Mayonnaise, Aioli, ground nuts, Duxelles, Bread Crumbs, any puree, - Joe - 2:40am on 03/26/13

Another brain storm- try freezing the knife first. A cold blade will probably not create static elec [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:53pm on 03/23/13
Eureka! The serrated knife worked! Now, I wonder why?! [NT] - cheezz - 11:25pm on 03/23/13

24061. Help! I've lost my recipe called "The Ultimate Lemon Meringue Pie - KarenNoCA - 11:10pm on 03/22/13 (6)

I don't have the recipe, but you can email her at her site: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 11:52pm on 03/22/13
Hope this works......Pam Anderson Recipe [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:57am on 03/23/13
All I could find was a graham included crust and butter+shortening combo... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 1:26am on 03/23/13

Yes, Pam A. used to develop recipes for CI,this recipe is credited to her in the Nov. 1994 issue. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:14pm on 03/23/13

It might be this one from CI REC: Mile-high Lemon Meringue Pie... - charlie - 10:41pm on 03/23/13
Yes, Gay found it. I have "The Perfect Recipe" book by Pam Anderson and she linked the recipe - MarilynFL - 11:01pm on 03/24/13

24062. I've made a few really good recipes in the last week. Tonight I [LINK] - orchid - 11:38pm on 03/22/13 (10)

Here's the Bruleed Cheese Grits [LINK] - orchid - 11:40pm on 03/22/13
You had me at "bacon". [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:41pm on 03/22/13
Wow, those look like yummy gourmet sausage patties! Printed and thanks! [NT] - FloriSandy - 11:44pm on 03/22/13

Yep, they are really tasty. They would make great burgers too. [NT] - orchid - 11:54pm on 03/22/13

Last Saturday on Barefoot Contessa Ina had a guest Chef that [LINK] - orchid - 11:50pm on 03/22/13

I think "blitz" is my new word for "blend". Perfect. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:58pm on 03/23/13
You need a Bass-O-Matic - MariaDNoCA - 12:57am on 03/24/13

Ha! perfect. [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:48pm on 03/25/13

It kills me that they use a pork tenderloin for that purpose. Like using filet mignon for hamburger. [NT] - Traca - 4:37pm on 03/23/13

But I've had sausages that were tougher and more rubbery than - DawnNYS - 8:27pm on 03/23/13

24063. Sara Molton's Grilled Lamb Steaks with Artichoke Lemon Sauce. This looks delicious! [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 12:00am on 03/23/13 (3)

and Weber's Recipe of the Week - Spicy Lamb and Eggplant Kabobs... [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 1:53am on 03/23/13

Jasmine Rice with Green Onions, Peas, and Lemon would go perfectly with [LINK] [IMAGE] - FloriSandy - 2:09am on 03/23/13

lovely [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:49pm on 03/25/13

24064. To check out: Chocolate Truffle Cookies with Crackly Crust - from Tom Douglas [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:50pm on 03/23/13 (10)

If I have Dark Chocolate vs bittersweet, can I use it in this recipe? - LisainLA - 12:51am on 03/24/13

The term "Dark Chocolate" is so misused it drives me mad! It's just a general term for both - Meryl - 1:01am on 03/24/13

Here's a good article from Cook's Illustrated: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:12am on 03/24/13
My sister says the same thing but I've tried the same recipe, once using bittersweet and - CynUpstateNY - 1:34am on 03/24/13

That's because the chocolate producer has not specified what the percentages are, so you don't know - Meryl - 2:20am on 03/24/13

Thanks for the info! To add to the confusion, Trader Joe's carries many Pound Plus bars - - LisainLA - 1:54am on 03/24/13

Yeah, it's very confusing, thanks to companies who don't have the decency to list - Meryl - 2:23am on 03/24/13
I believe the "dark" Pound-Plus is the equivalent of their former "Bittersweet." - Joe - 2:28am on 03/24/13

Thanks for that info, too. I'll feel better using it in these cookies. [NT] - LisainLA - 2:48am on 03/24/13

They also carry a 72% bittersweet - at least mine does -- milk, dark and bittersweet [NT] - cheezz - 8:54pm on 03/24/13

24065. Looks like fun - Homemade Peeps [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 9:29pm on 03/23/13 (3)

These sound great - some uses for haroset [LINK] - LisainLA - 9:33pm on 03/23/13

Oooh, the bars look yummy! [NT] - cheezz - 11:23pm on 03/23/13

Don't they - they're the thing that really caught my eye in this article. [NT] - LisainLA - 12:42am on 03/24/13

24066. Dinner party chat - can't get this story out of my mind - Traca - 7:19am on 03/24/13 (12)

Geeesh! I hope she had insurance. BTW what was she cooking (lol, just kidding)? [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:21pm on 03/24/13

She's a dog sitter and was searing meat to treat the dogs. [NT] - Traca - 6:17pm on 03/24/13

Was she doing it at her own house? [NT] - Joe - 12:44am on 03/25/13

Yes, and the dogs were there. Apparently there's yellow gummy gunk all over the - Traca - 4:02am on 03/25/13

Did she leave the dogs alone at her house when she went out to dinner?? [NT] - Meryl - 4:05am on 03/25/13

Ack! I'm always afraid I'm going to do that. I get more and more distracted nowadays. - LisainLA - 3:36pm on 03/24/13

I left a pan of refried beans on the burner once. I got a phone call and went... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:01pm on 03/25/13

When my dad lived with us he did that with hard boiled eggs. I had to have the kitchen repainted. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:46pm on 03/24/13

just burning a bag of popcorn takes forever for the smell to go away! [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:52pm on 03/25/13

I like slightly burnt popcorn! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 6:27pm on 03/26/13
I used to work with a guy notorious for burning microwave popcorn. Evacuated our 30-story - Traca - 7:07pm on 03/26/13

Call me weird, but this thread made me feel so much better after I burned MIL's dinner at the cabin. [NT] - EvaN - 6:50pm on 04/03/13

24067. Citrus-Topped Double Blueberry Muffins. I seldom bake anymore, but dh loves blueberries and this [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:07pm on 03/24/13 (0)

24068. Tonight's Dinner: Prime Rib Roast with Merlot Gravy and Yorkshire Puddings...always a hit. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 7:12pm on 03/24/13 (1)

This looks wonderful! Really great reviews, too. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:11pm on 03/25/13

24069. ISO Orchid: Made the prune cake today with toasted pecans. Outstanding! Thanks, again! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:42pm on 03/24/13 (1)

Oh good. I was wondering if you made it and thanks for letting - orchid - 2:09pm on 03/25/13

24070. Joe - your recipe for the manicotti was fabulous! I especially love the tomato sauce [LINK] - LisainLA - 3:48am on 03/25/13 (13)

Here is the recipe for the crepes and the chicken filling I also used. The last couple of times [LINK] - LisainLA - 3:51am on 03/25/13

copied! this sounds wonderful. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:24pm on 03/26/13

I'm glad you like it! I have trouble getting folks to try that recipe--I think "18 eggs" - Joe - 2:57pm on 03/25/13

LOL - yes, 18 eggs might be off-putting. I doubled my usual one, so 10 eggs - LisainLA - 11:01pm on 03/26/13

Not sure if this is sacrilegious, but at our work Pasta-palooza, the manicotti won. AND.... - MarilynFL - 4:56pm on 03/25/13

I must be the only one that thinks pasta that isn't boiled before using lends a starchy taste to a - Curious1 - 6:04pm on 03/25/13

I don't mind the starchy taste is chicken noodle soup, but do with tomato/pasta dishes. [NT] - LisainLA - 11:08pm on 03/26/13

You had me at "Pasta-palooza." The event itself sounds like a winner. I have never used the dried - Joe - 6:20pm on 03/25/13

I just learned to make ricotta, now I'll try crepes. [NT] - cyalexa2 - 6:37pm on 03/26/13

Just noticed - - cyalexa2 - 6:42pm on 03/26/13

I didn't notice, that - the uncooked side tends to be a bit tackier, so it would - LisainLA - 11:09pm on 03/26/13

Sorry for all of my typos, I can't edit to fix. :( [NT] - LisainLA - 11:10pm on 03/26/13
Definitely fill the uncooked side--it is still soft and blends with the filling. However, - Joe - 12:34am on 03/27/13

24071. Has anyone heard of, or bought, the OrGreenics cookware? [LINK] - cheezz - 4:27am on 03/25/13 (3)

I see a few new products out there with ceramic non-stick. My only experience... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:55pm on 03/25/13

Supposedly this cooks anything with NO oil or butter...it was free so I can't complain [NT] - cheezz - 8:55pm on 03/25/13

Let me know how it works. Technology marches on... [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:43pm on 03/25/13

24072. Coka Cola Chocolate cake - ever heard about this one? - EvaN - 7:30am on 03/25/13 (5)

Make that "CoCa cola"............ [NT] - EvaN - 7:31am on 03/25/13
This is an old recipe, I remember when it was served a lot. As you can see, it's loaded with sugar. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:17pm on 03/25/13

Yes, I've eaten it at Cracker Barrel. It's very good and moist; you can't - DawnNYS - 7:22pm on 03/25/13

rvb has one posted in T&T [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 10:00pm on 03/25/13
Hmm, you're right. It's a lot of sugar in that cake. I didn't see that when I first posted the rec. [NT] - EvaN - 6:52pm on 04/03/13

24073. Weekend Six - Dawn_MO - 1:16pm on 03/25/13 (2)

My Weekend Six - DawnNYS - 7:36pm on 03/25/13

Hey Dawn! We went sugar house hopping, too. I didn't think the syrup was very tasty yet and - CynUpstateNY - 11:43pm on 03/25/13

24074. Can we start an Easter Thread? So far I'm doing a spiral ham, layered salad (made the day before) - Elenor - 3:22pm on 03/25/13 (46)

I'm doing Carrot Fennel Soup, Roast Leg of Lamb, Roasted Potatoes, Caramelized Shallots, - Sylvia - 7:25pm on 03/25/13

wonderful sounding menu! have fun with it Sylvia [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:23pm on 03/25/13

a hug for Ian too! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:28pm on 03/25/13

Thanks Ang and hugs to you too. [NT] - Sylvia - 11:58pm on 03/25/13

Mmm, carrot fennel soup sounds great, Sylvia. 'May have to add that to - DawnNYS - 8:17pm on 03/25/13

Here's the recipe.... [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 10:14pm on 03/25/13

Thanks Sylvia... I wonder how it would be without the garlic. Is it very strong? [NT] - DawnNYS - 5:08pm on 03/26/13

The garlic is not a pronounced flavour. There are enough other things in the soup so it's in balance [NT] - Sylvia - 7:18pm on 03/26/13

Forgot about the asparagus. And the deviled chicks. I may try making the crab [LINK] - DawnNYS - 5:12pm on 03/26/13

Paella...our standard "special days" meal :) Oh, and garlic bread of course [NT] - cheezz - 8:59pm on 03/25/13

I love paella. Yum! [NT] - Sylvia - 10:15pm on 03/25/13

the usual Easter Sunday suspects :) - MoNJ - 9:26pm on 03/25/13

wow, I want an invite. [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:25pm on 03/25/13
You had me until the salami.... : ) What a nice menu, and fun to keep traditions going... - barb_b - 3:09pm on 03/26/13
Pie with Salami is a riff on a traditional Italian-American Easter Pie, Pizza Rustica. It's a deep- [LINK] - Marianne - 4:59pm on 03/26/13

I made these Easter Egg Cookies on Saturday. used Penny's Sugar Cookie recipe and icing, but KAF [LINK] [IMAGE] - AngAk1 - 10:19pm on 03/25/13

What a great job, Ang! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:51pm on 03/25/13
Beautiful cookie art, Angie! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:59am on 03/26/13
I've been wanting to try that chevron pattern - did you use the sugar baby icing? [NT] - cheezz - 4:14am on 03/26/13

yes, worked beautifully. this is really so very easy. I used ziplock bags and toothpicks - AngAk1 - 6:28pm on 03/26/13

Awwww...he was just putting his special touch on them :) [NT] - cheezz - 9:13pm on 03/26/13

it was so funny---we were trying so hard not to laugh or scold him too much about the double dipping - AngAk1 - 11:36pm on 03/26/13

Beautiful cookies! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:21am on 03/26/13
Hippy power! Love em'. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:46pm on 03/26/13

those wild ones ended up being "saves" of polka dots that went wonky. I just - AngAk1 - 6:30pm on 03/26/13

I got about 2 1/2 dozen total. I had an egg cutter. can't imagine cutting freehand [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:32pm on 03/26/13

WOW, Ang, these are just beautiful! Great job. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 4:30pm on 03/26/13

We are having... - KarenNoCA - 11:46pm on 03/25/13

Karen, would you kindly post the lemon recipe please. [NT] - Sylvia - 12:00am on 03/26/13
Yes, please post - sounds like a perfect finish. [NT] - elaine - 5:16am on 03/26/13

Mildred's Lemon Ice - KarenNoCA - 5:29pm on 03/27/13

Thanks for posting, Karen. [NT] - Sylvia - 1:48am on 03/28/13

Quiche recipe developer using your ingredients [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 3:05pm on 03/26/13

Ooh, sounds interesting. I just made some last weekend; 'love quiche. [NT] - DawnNYS - 5:16pm on 03/26/13

Three great looking lamb recipes are in today's NY Times. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 9:37am on 03/27/13

I'm salivating over this new Yotem recipe from "Jerusalem": hummus & lamb [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:50pm on 03/27/13
Be sure to check out Mark Bittman's carving lesson on the page posted above. [NT] - Sylvia - 4:12pm on 03/27/13

I am going to make Yotam Ottolenghi's favorite baked rice (REC inside) [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 5:29pm on 03/28/13

Unfortunately this is going to be a sad Easter, my stepdad has dementia - Heather_in_SF - 5:34pm on 03/28/13

Oh Heather, I'm so sorry! I will add your dad to our prayer chain.92! So amazing these days! [NT] - cheezz - 4:29am on 03/29/13

Thank you, I really appreciate that. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:32pm on 03/29/13

(((Heather))), hang in there girl. [NT] - FloriSandy - 4:05am on 04/03/13
Heather, thinking of you during this difficult time. You did such a great thing by - barb_b - 11:17am on 04/03/13
Had been going through this also the last 3 years with my Dad - carol whidbey Is - 11:55am on 04/08/13

Here are the crustless quiches that I am going to make. - Dawn_MO - 12:39pm on 03/29/13

thanks! DH is doing WW and these would work well for easy breakfast [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:34pm on 03/29/13

24075. ISO a miso salad dressing recipe. Anyone have a T&T? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:31am on 03/26/13 (3)

Yo Michael - I don't have a T&T, but this one from Mark Bittman is on my to-try list: [LINK] - Meryl - 2:14am on 03/26/13

I have tried this over warm greens, it is very good. I haven't tried it on a cold salad. - LisainLA - 3:47am on 03/26/13

Thanks, Ladies. I remember having this one bookmarked at one point, but... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:36pm on 03/26/13

24076. We don't have good restaurants for 3 types of food - Indian, - elaine - 5:30am on 03/26/13 (8)

I'd love the tomato soup, lamb with spinach and lemon dal recipes. - judy-mass - 12:59am on 03/27/13

Here they are - Lemon dal - elaine - 5:28am on 03/27/13
Lamb with spinach - elaine - 5:34am on 03/27/13

Which Jaffrey book is this from? [NT] - Traca - 6:29am on 03/27/13
generally, I don't like lamb, but my DH had this last time we ate out Indian, and it was so good. I - AngAk1 - 6:35pm on 03/28/13

Tamatar Shorba- Indian Tomato soup - elaine - 5:38am on 03/27/13

Thank you very much! - judy-mass - 12:45pm on 03/28/13
The soup is wonderful! Can't wait to try the lemon dal. [NT] - judy-mass - 12:33am on 04/10/13

24077. Last night's passover menu - - elaine - 5:40am on 03/26/13 (39)

Way to go. Blessed are they who forego the ubiquitous brisket! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:44am on 03/26/13

We share not one--but two--brisket burgers at Todd English's BlueZoo. Very good. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:40pm on 03/26/13

Sounds delish! We had wasabi salmon at ours! - deb-in-MI - 10:24am on 03/26/13

If she is selling tickets I want to come too :) How lucky you are to have mom to show you! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 1:15pm on 03/27/13

What a joy it would be to have you there Barbara - you are invited! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:15pm on 03/27/13

Thank you Deb, that would be a wonderful treat for me! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 4:31pm on 03/27/13

Wow. Amazing menu. Sounds so colorful and flavorful. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:42pm on 03/26/13
Mangold popped out as something new to me. Is it Swiss chard? [NT] - Curious1 - 1:53pm on 03/26/13
What a lovely menu! dh always LOVES matzo ball soup. Seriously, one of his favorites. - barb_b - 2:57pm on 03/26/13
Elaine, how did you do strawberry shortcake without flour and whipped cream? - cheezz - 9:20pm on 03/26/13

Here's the recipe for the cake part - as to Whipped cream - I - elaine - 5:13am on 03/27/13

It does sound good! [NT] - cheezz - 8:39pm on 03/27/13

Cheez, check out the link in Steve's post below - smitten has a recipe for whipped cream replacement [NT] - elaine - 5:23am on 03/27/13

I can't get into his link - it just goes to a google reader sign in page. But I'll check Smitten [NT] - cheezz - 8:43pm on 03/27/13
I searched Smitten and a reader suggested 7-minute frosting...not quite the same [NT] - cheezz - 9:04pm on 03/27/13

I LOVE Passover food! - magnolia in chicago - 1:00am on 03/27/13

I think our hostess put pineapple juice in her kugel...it was amazing! [NT] - cheezz - 5:10am on 03/27/13

my Mom's kugel - cyalexa2 - 4:33pm on 03/27/13

That's right...I wonder how she used noodles without flour...hmmmm [NT] - cheezz - 8:41pm on 03/27/13

is it the flour or the yeast that is forbidden? [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:42pm on 03/27/13

Yeast or to be specific, "leavener" is verboten. Flour is ok, where do you think matzoh comes from? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:45pm on 03/27/13

Yes, but to be kosher for Passover, if it has flour it must be done very specifically... - cheezz - 11:41pm on 03/27/13
that's what I thought [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:57am on 03/28/13

Ah . . . here in lies the dilemma and the difference between Passover . . . - magnolia in chicago - 12:31am on 03/28/13

yum! [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:59am on 03/28/13

For all those who helped with ideas up at 20412, here is what I ended up making - cheezz - 5:23am on 03/27/13

Why was the chocolate torte disappointing? [NT] - Meryl - 6:09am on 03/27/13

The flavor was just meh. Like it needed a boost of orange rind or something - cheezz - 8:38pm on 03/27/13

vanilla or almond extract? [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:46pm on 03/27/13

Yeah! Vanilla extract always rounds out everything. [NT] - Meryl - 9:58pm on 03/27/13

would either of those flavorings make it non-kosher? [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:56am on 03/28/13

Hmmm - I just checked and extracts are NG, since they're made with alcohol. However, Frontier [LINK] - Meryl - 1:12am on 03/28/13

What kind of chocolate did you use? I always get different results, depending on the brand and - Meryl - 10:03pm on 03/27/13

Trader Joes dark choc pound plus bar [NT] - cheezz - 11:38pm on 03/27/13

Cheezz, they both look beautiful, and the pie is just a nice before and after! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 1:13pm on 03/27/13

Thanks, Barb, that's so sweet :) We are our own worst critics aren't we?! [NT] - cheezz - 8:44pm on 03/27/13

what a beautiful pie! [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:45pm on 03/27/13

I just love reading about everyon's family traditions and hearing about - Barbara in VA - 1:17pm on 03/27/13
The artichoke dish sounds especially delicious. Hag sameach! [NT] - ErininNY - 8:29pm on 03/27/13

24078. ISO Joe with a question re Joe Lemon-Nut Torte with Summer Berries - Sylvia - 12:21pm on 03/26/13 (2)

I would say a day or two. I made it the same day we ate it but the leftovers were good too. - Joe - 3:31pm on 03/26/13

Thanks Joe. I'll make it one day in advance. [NT] - Sylvia - 4:01pm on 03/26/13

24079. Hmm, Cyn, won't let me reply to your question above, so (maple sugaring) - DawnNYS - 5:27pm on 03/26/13 (1)

I guess ninety miles or so makes a huge difference! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:49pm on 03/26/13

24080. TJ's had a pre-packaged salad on demo yesterday. I don't usually buy those, but... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:44pm on 03/26/13 (7)

I was just there today - I'll have to look for that. It sounds well balanced and lots of protein. [NT] - cheezz - 9:26pm on 03/26/13
Our beachside health food store sells those. They'll add shaved daikon radish. I usually have - MarilynFL - 9:42pm on 03/26/13
This sounds good - I also love their Vegetable & Grain Country Salad over Cabbage - - LisainLA - 11:15pm on 03/26/13
I wish they would sell some of those dressings. The flavors of some - Pat-NoCal - 3:05pm on 03/28/13

I agree!I love the one with the pomegranate salad, and the bbq chicken salad. [NT] - LisainLA - 2:55am on 03/29/13
Send them a note about selling that salad dressing. TJs is very responsive to customer feedback. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 8:39pm on 03/29/13

Great idea, thanks Traca. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:52am on 03/30/13

24081. Just got a pound of "dried strawberries." They are far too sweet to eat plain. Any ideas? - MarilynFL - 5:54pm on 03/26/13 (12)

I've had them on a cheese plate and enjoyed the combo [NT] - cyalexa2 - 6:35pm on 03/26/13
Granola, scones, muffins. [NT] - Traca - 6:43pm on 03/26/13
add some to sweeten your oatmeal. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:54pm on 03/26/13
Cookies (like how you would use dried cherries)? [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:07pm on 03/26/13
Dehydrate them and make a strawberry pound cake or coffee cake. Coat them in bittersweet chocolate - Meryl - 10:11pm on 03/26/13

Thanks everyone. As usual, you have many more ideas than I do. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:46pm on 03/27/13

I've been dreaming about this recipe.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 6:29pm on 03/27/13
Not for cake, but how about dipping them in dark chocolate? [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:19pm on 03/28/13

I tasted one again last night & it's like that bright red Swedish Fish candy--super sweet & slightly - MarilynFL - 1:51pm on 03/29/13

how about adding to a simple yellow loaf cake---no icing or anything else. the sugared outsides - AngAk1 - 5:36pm on 03/29/13
Stick 'em in a bottle of vodka for an infusion. :) [NT] - Traca - 8:47pm on 03/29/13

Or balsamic for a strawberry vinegar [NT] - cheezz - 9:20pm on 03/29/13

24082. Mille Cr�pe Cake? Anyone ever make one of these? Advise? Tips? Run away? [LINK] [IMAGE] - Steve2 in LA - 11:29pm on 03/26/13 (20)

That looks like something Joe would have tried. [NT] - judy-mass - 12:11am on 03/27/13

Close--I did this one from Julia once. Gateau de Crepes a la Normande--stuffed with apples [LINK] - Joe - 12:31am on 03/27/13

You think you can feed Steve a straight (maybe) line like that and get no come back? [NT] - judy-mass - 12:50am on 03/27/13

I can dream.... [NT] - Joe - 12:59am on 03/27/13

Let us know how that works out for you. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 1:12am on 03/27/13

LOLOLOL!!!!! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 1:18am on 03/27/13

Okay, I'll take "Stuffed with Apples" for $500, Alex. "What is Apples was the name of their dog?" [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:55am on 03/27/13

Gwyneth Paltow is getting nervous. [NT] - Joe - 12:36am on 03/28/13

LOL! [NT] - LisainLA - 3:26am on 03/28/13

The link just goes to a google reader sign in page...? [NT] - cheezz - 5:07am on 03/27/13

I think I fixed that URL, cheezz. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:46am on 03/27/13

Nope...not for me anyway. [NT] - cheezz - 8:35pm on 03/27/13

Try this one. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:18pm on 03/27/13

Yup, that works - thanks! It does look like a crazy undertaking though :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:37pm on 03/27/13

The link doesn't work for me but I made something that looks similar - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:09pm on 03/27/13

I think texture would be a HUGE deal. Maybe I'll just make a lovely something-else. Thanks, Cathy! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:49pm on 03/27/13

I find that if you use as little flour as possible to make crepes--just enough to hold them together - Joe - 12:33am on 03/28/13

Yup- tried that too, Joe. I didn't have much luck making the texture better [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:37am on 03/28/13

Maybe twice the pastry cream and half the crepes? Maybe they're taking "1,000" too literally [NT] - Joe - 3:25am on 03/28/13

LOL about the chocolate! [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:49pm on 03/27/13

24083. It takes a village to get Marilyn & Larry to Epcot >> my thanks to you all - MarilynFL - 12:26pm on 03/27/13 (2)

Soundds like you are having a great time (despite the nausea!) [NT] - DawnNYS - 6:39pm on 03/27/13
Sounds "Magical!" (Tx for sharing! Despite all the stuff, it must be fun to have Lar time and - barb_b - 8:19pm on 03/27/13

24084. I just got a great deal on Hillshire Farms "Beer Brat". Now what? Am - DawnNYS - 5:39pm on 03/27/13 (6)

Are they pre-cooked? They are great with kraut. Here are a couple of recipes. If you want recipes - Curious1 - 6:02pm on 03/27/13
We just passed 120,000 messages! Thanks Curious, I'll take a look. I think they're cooked. [NT] - DawnNYS - 6:43pm on 03/27/13

I recently purchased them on sale; I thought I could use them like sausage and added them to - barb_b - 8:06pm on 03/27/13

we often serve grilled brats with warm German Potato Salad. this recipe from Marianne is very much [LINK] - AngAk1 - 9:59pm on 03/27/13
Susan in Kentfield gave me a brilliant suggestion one night for brats, sliced over - Heather_in_SF - 5:23pm on 03/28/13
Try Cathy Z's slow cooker cassoulet--would probably be good. I use pot/oven method [NT] - MoNJ - 11:00pm on 03/28/13

24085. Any ideas for 6" Easter cookie cutters, other than cookies? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:59pm on 03/27/13 (12)

Use them to cut out pieces of sheet cake & pour glaze over. Cut out small sandwiches. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:05pm on 03/27/13
rice crispie treats? pancakes? brownie cutouts? [NT] - Tess - 7:04pm on 03/27/13
Jello Jigglers; Rice Krispie treats made w/ cake mix and sprinkles; Waffles? [NT] - barb_b - 8:13pm on 03/27/13
Roll out pie crust and use the cutouts for strawberry shortcake, or just sprinkle w/cinnamon sugar [NT] - cheezz - 8:21pm on 03/27/13
for Christmas I pour fudge into big cutters for molds. fudge fudge, pnut butter fudge, marbled, - AngAk1 - 10:03pm on 03/27/13

Clever! [NT] - cheezz - 11:35pm on 03/27/13

greas 'em, put 'em on a hot griddle and pour pancake batter in them. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 12:52am on 03/28/13
Hang from a ribbon? Cut out/form chocolate... - MariaDNoCA - 1:41am on 03/28/13
Oh that's what that old rabbit is for. My mother's. Could never place a rabbit at Christmas. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:14pm on 03/28/13
You can make felted toys and decorations, it's called needle felting and it's really easy [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 7:19pm on 03/29/13

great idea---and I like the "stabby" part. theraputic [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:37pm on 03/29/13

It's really fun! I wish I had the equipment to do it again, I used a friends [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 10:29pm on 03/29/13

24086. Carol on Whidbey...I hope the landslide did not affect you.. ??? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:44pm on 03/27/13 (6)

Been thinking about you too - hope all is ok! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:11pm on 03/28/13
Yes, I've been wondering about Carol also since I heard this - orchid - 3:22pm on 03/28/13
I didn't hear about it but thoughts are with Carol and those affected [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:45pm on 03/28/13
I thought of our Carol too. Let us know if you see this! :o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:16pm on 03/28/13
Re: Carol on Whidbey...I hope the landslide did not affect you.. ??? - carol whidbey Is - 11:54pm on 04/07/13

Well you're here now! Everything ok??? [NT] - cheezz - 12:02am on 04/11/13

24087. Recipe tried: Pumpkin Shrimp Curry [LINK] - SallyBR - 4:15pm on 03/28/13 (4)

I like your modifications. I thought the butter nut squash would make it very sweet... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:31pm on 03/28/13

and oh so very orange! ;-) - SallyBR - 6:42pm on 03/28/13

This looks wonderful Thank you Sally for posting, and Michael, thank you too - Barbara in VA - 1:13pm on 03/29/13

I have been known to plant broccoli and brussel sprouts in my flower beds---use the best light and - AngAk1 - 5:52pm on 03/29/13

24088. ISO: Sweet Potato Roll recipe. can find mention of them in Search, but no recipe. - AngAk1 - 6:57pm on 03/28/13 (12)

Not T&T...from King Arthur [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:51pm on 03/28/13
Here's one to check out: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:00pm on 03/28/13
Here's one Charlie posted... [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:40pm on 03/28/13

I made this dough last night in the bread machine and it's resting in the fridge. beautiful dough. - AngAk1 - 5:38pm on 03/29/13

these were outstanding. some of the nicest dough I've ever worked with. [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:56pm on 04/01/13

And one from Desert Jean [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:42pm on 03/28/13

thanks everyone. I googled, but I wanted to find a T&T from here. I searched for - AngAk1 - 12:16am on 03/29/13

I searched for pumpkin rolls & got these made with sweet potatoes [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 1:29am on 03/29/13

And these [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 1:30am on 03/29/13

There are some wonderful sweet potato biscuits here in T&T but not rolls [NT] - cheezz - 4:23am on 03/29/13

these were my back-up plan, but I wanted less fat in the rolls. [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:53pm on 03/29/13

Ang, those two above are tried & true from here. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:36am on 03/30/13

24089. ISO baking help. I want to make mini layered cakes for the cafe. - Dawn_MO - 12:43pm on 03/29/13 (25)

Make sheet cakes & cut with a round cookie or biscuit cutter. - Melissa Dallas - 1:26pm on 03/29/13

Since it is spring, how about lemon cake? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:28pm on 03/29/13

Also, a place that makes great cakes here makes a really good pineapple layer cake. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:29pm on 03/29/13

Or Strawberry! To me spice, pumpkin & banana are Fall/Winter cakes. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:31pm on 03/29/13

White with strawberry buttercream. I'm getting carried away here.... [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:32pm on 03/29/13

I'm liking this one for the "spring-i-ness" of it. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:49pm on 03/29/13

Yes, I'm just seeing "easter eggy" colors. You could do chocolate ones - Melissa Dallas - 1:58pm on 03/29/13

I definitely agree with Melissa. It frees you to use different sheet cakes, - MarilynFL - 1:36pm on 03/29/13

Carole Walter's Vanilla Cake (use 12x18" sheet pan) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:42pm on 03/29/13
American Opera Chocolate Cake (very easy...uses 3 12x15" pans) - MarilynFL - 1:44pm on 03/29/13
Flourless chocolate almond cake (uses 12x18" sheet pan) - MarilynFL - 1:46pm on 03/29/13
I would recommend freezing the layers before frosting; less likely to tear of pick up crumbs [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:49pm on 03/29/13
Thank you Melissa, Marilyn and Deb! I would have never thought of using sheet pans - Dawn_MO - 3:43pm on 03/29/13

Texas sheet cakes are perfect for this. chocolate and white in links [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 5:42pm on 03/29/13

chocolate [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 5:42pm on 03/29/13

for bookclub last May I made these mini fruit tarts, using a banana cake as the base [LINK] - AngAk1 - 5:58pm on 03/29/13

I used to make mini layer cakes all the times for birthdays, a personal sized cake - Heather_in_SF - 7:26pm on 03/29/13

Dawn, after you cut out mini cakes, you could use the scraps to make mini trifles... [LINK] - cheezz - 1:24am on 03/31/13

Last night, I suddenly thought about packaging the individual layer cakes. - Dawn_MO - 1:07pm on 03/31/13

Usually restaurant supply places like Smart & Final will have small boxes...cupcake-sized, right? [NT] - cheezz - 12:30am on 04/04/13

Sigh, I miss Smart and Final so much! They don't have them out here. - Dawn_MO - 1:39am on 04/07/13

Think positive....you WILL sell that many :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:03am on 04/11/13

ISO: frosting recipes for these little cakes? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:08pm on 03/31/13

The swiss buttercream here has gotten raves & can be flavored any number of ways [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 4:03pm on 04/01/13

I love the shot glass desserts. [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:51pm on 04/02/13

24090. Meyer Lemons at both TJs and Whole Foods right now... - Barbara in VA - 1:08pm on 03/29/13 (7)

wahwahwah. crying into my local roast coffee here. meyer lemon challenged [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:48pm on 03/29/13
...and in my backyard :) [NT] - cheezz - 9:17pm on 03/29/13
My only use was for Lemony Moroccan-Style Chicken Kebabs that is in T & T. [LINK] - FloriSandy - 12:08am on 03/30/13

You should try these Lebanese potatoes...oh MY!!! >>>> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 6:37pm on 03/30/13

Do you really cut the potatoes in 1 cm cubes (that's about one-third of an inch)? [NT] - cyalexa2 - 7:28pm on 03/30/13

AAAcccckkkk!!! Glad you caught that! Amended to say 1 inch cubes :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:29am on 04/04/13

We have a tree so, I use them on everything from salad dressing (Lemon, oregano & olive oil) to - Steve2 in LA - 12:34am on 03/30/13

24091. Easter dinner would not be the same w/o Charlie's posted rec: Oven Roasted Veggies w/ Salsa Verde [LINK] - barb_b - 2:09pm on 03/29/13 (3)

So glad that you enjoy the recipe barb--doesn't your clan like artichokes? [NT] - charlie - 2:15pm on 03/29/13

They actually do enjoy them; but I spoiled them yrs ago, making sausage / mozz stuffed chokes. Now - barb_b - 12:15pm on 03/30/13

And----how do you make those mozz stuffed chokes [NT] - charlie - 7:18pm on 04/01/13

24092. Heather in SF, just saw the post about your stepfather. Blessings for all of you in - MarilynFL - 2:22pm on 03/29/13 (8)

Thanks Marilyn, I'm going up tomorrow to see them, not sure what to expect - Heather_in_SF - 7:14pm on 03/29/13
Sorry to hear, I missed it too [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:44pm on 03/29/13

Thanks so much Dawn, things will be what they will be, it's a sad time - Heather_in_SF - 10:27pm on 03/29/13
and me too. I just popped in tonight. Take care. [NT] - FloriSandy - 11:58pm on 03/29/13

((((Heather))))) [NT] - LisainLA - 5:07pm on 03/30/13
Thinking of you and your family [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:56pm on 03/30/13
(((hug))) [NT] - EvaN - 7:07pm on 03/31/13
Came up Saturday and mom was so ill from a chest cold and the hospital - Heather_in_SF - 12:28am on 04/03/13

24093. I've been away for so long, I forget how to get myself into the groove again. I certainly missed - Marg CDN2 - 5:01pm on 03/29/13 (9)

Marg.... You've been missed... Welcome home! [NT] - barb_b - 5:05pm on 03/29/13
Ditto to what Barb said:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:46pm on 03/29/13
So glad to see you back, Marg!! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:19pm on 03/29/13
Nice to have you back Marg. [NT] - elaine - 7:47pm on 03/29/13
Hello Marg!! Welcome back, you have been missed :) [NT] - Barbara in VA - 11:26pm on 03/29/13
So good to see you again Marg! Get in the groove by treating yourself to some nice bread, butter, [LINK] - FloriSandy - 11:51pm on 03/29/13
Welcome back Marg and Happy Easter to you! [NT] - Sylvia - 10:31am on 03/30/13
Good to have you back, Marg. And Happy Easter to you :-) [NT] - EvaN - 7:00pm on 03/31/13
Hi Marg [NT] - orchid - 12:15am on 04/02/13

24094. Just made the K.A. flour recipe for English muffins. They're really easy and really good! [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 6:18pm on 03/29/13 (3)

Oooh, I love sourdough. Never had a sourdough muffin and these look great. Nice job Cyn! [NT] - FloriSandy - 11:17pm on 03/29/13
This reminds me so much of a story from long ago - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:25am on 03/30/13

You're so right, Cathy. So much tastier and so much cheaper than store bought! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:08pm on 03/30/13

24095. NFRC: Can you tell me what you are reading in your bookclub? - deb-in-MI - 7:48pm on 03/29/13 (12)

I picked our May book, Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake. a memoir by Anna Quindlen - AngAk1 - 8:35pm on 03/29/13
We're reading Eighty Days by Matthew Goodman the true story of 2 women in 1889 - Barbara in VA - 10:42pm on 03/29/13
Here are our next ten - Earnie - 11:42pm on 03/29/13

I really like The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry - deb-in-MI - 1:06pm on 03/30/13

I belong to 4- here are the titles for the next few months - elaine - 5:34am on 03/30/13

I'm reading "Canada" right now - very well written! - deb-in-MI - 1:08pm on 03/30/13

This was our last book club read: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot - Sylvia - 11:26am on 03/30/13
Here are some other good ones - rhoward2va - 2:55pm on 03/30/13

I 2nd The Night Circus...I'm late to the party, but a fan. [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:59am on 03/31/13

I though the previews for Cirque du Soleil's "World's Away" mirrored that book a lot. - MarilynFL - 10:02pm on 04/01/13

I am skyping in on my old club in Bastrop. - PatBastrop - 4:48pm on 03/30/13

I listened to it and the narration was brilliant - but it is definitely a hard one - deb-in-MI - 7:59pm on 03/30/13