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29616. INPUT & FEEDBACK - pmassell_93 - 5:45pm on 05/06/17 (2)

28944. Sweetopolita's malted chocolate icing is tasty. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:47pm on 08/18/16 (5)

Thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:57pm on 08/18/16
Sounds good...Ovaltine make malt powder? I've only seen Carnation. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:41am on 08/19/16

I used the Carnation malted milk powder. Ovaltine is made with malt, but has some - MarilynFL - 10:07am on 08/19/16

I agree - Ovaltine tasts nasty. It's not worth a decoder ring! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:27pm on 08/19/16

I grew up drinking Ovaltine, have they changed the formula? I have not had it in years! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:05pm on 08/19/16

28945. Probably not a big deal for 99.9% of you, but I finally made really good caramel candy. Thanks Theo! [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:45am on 08/19/16 (17)

Congratulations, Marilyn! ;) - colleenmomof2 - 3:51pm on 08/19/16

Happy the method finally works. But, once again, my tongue is holding me hostage. Not a single - MarilynFL - 4:05pm on 08/19/16

Have you checked with your physician for an allergy to capsaicin? 1/4 teaspoon - KarenNoCA - 5:05pm on 08/19/16

Oh! That's a good idea. I just thought I was weird in a normal weird way, not in an allergic way. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:40pm on 08/19/16

Here is Theo's Apple Cider Caramel recipe from their site. It gives clear instructions [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:44pm on 08/19/16

Fair warning on reducing apple cider - Melissa Dallas - 11:56pm on 08/19/16

bummer. Thanks for the warning! [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:29am on 08/22/16

Here's their Big Daddy Marshmallow Bars recipe [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 1:32am on 08/21/16

Thank you! Yum! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:28am on 08/23/16
I really want these but I CANNOT temper chocolate no matter how many times I try. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:33pm on 09/15/16

Wonderful!!! (This from a fellow caramel failure) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:30pm on 08/19/16
Mazel Tov! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:02pm on 08/19/16
Just read the Amazon reviews, in addition to yours...now I want this book! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:41am on 08/21/16

This sounds so decadent, however the long instructions blew me away, I'm sure it - KarenNoCA - 2:16pm on 08/21/16

Painful reminder of Failed Caramel Attempt #1 [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:27pm on 08/21/16

Even more painful reminder of Failed Caramel Attempt #2 [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:27pm on 08/21/16

Rec: Caramels - microwave version - easy and excellent - rhoward2va - 8:59pm on 08/24/16

28946. Love reading this blog: *Love,Cake*. When an author can make me cry over killing a plant, I'm in. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:16pm on 08/21/16 (2)

What a touching story! It definitely grabbed the cockles of my heart. [NT] - wigs - 7:08pm on 08/22/16
My FIL would love the apricot custard cake.... But, I know I won't make it. ((Sorry Dad!)) [NT] - barb_b - 5:40pm on 08/24/16

28947. Spiralizer on sale at amazon with ATK code - Charley - 2:20pm on 08/22/16 (0)

28948. I see recipes using baby corn, and I am interested in them, however - KarenNoCA - 2:20pm on 08/22/16 (12)

I just found this at Food 52...Cornlettes! Now if I could only find them [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 2:24pm on 08/22/16

These little immature ears are what I look for when buying fresh corn--DH in particular - Charley - 5:53pm on 08/22/16

It comes canned. Look in ethnic aisle or an ethnic supermarket. [NT] - Charley - 5:52pm on 08/22/16

If those taste like the icky versions in Chinese restaurants, I'd skip it. I always ask - MarilynFL - 6:56pm on 08/22/16

PW is using the canned baby corn and I always get it at an Asian - orchid - 7:09pm on 08/22/16

Humm....maybe not, like I stated, I have never tasted any baby corn that I thought worthy of buying, - KarenNoCA - 11:10pm on 08/22/16
Nah, not the tastebuds; some canned corn tastes pretty "tinny". This can be helped by. . . - mistral - 11:18pm on 08/22/16

Neither Here Nor There But - sjs1952 - 2:46pm on 08/23/16

Well said! They do look cute in a meal. Agree, they are tasteless. [NT] - barb_b - 5:10pm on 08/23/16

OK then, I am so not into food which has no flavor. I love lots of flavor! - KarenNoCA - 6:36pm on 08/23/16

But if it gets a young one to try a meal, you smile! [NT] - barb_b - 5:38pm on 08/24/16

I LOVED to give our grands these--they thought they were so neat!! - Charley - 7:06pm on 08/23/16

28949. Jacques P�pin, on the use of a recipe. - Michael in Phoenix - 6:52pm on 08/22/16 (13)

More true words never spoken. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 10:59pm on 08/22/16
I wrote a long response to what MIchael said, but deleted in the interest of civility - KarenNoCA - 11:35pm on 08/22/16

Not really sure what happened, but thank you for the compliment. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:36pm on 08/23/16

Michael, I thought it was JP who said the above & U were quoting him. Did I misunderstand yr post? [NT] - wigs - 2:59pm on 08/23/16

Yes, that was a quote from Jacques P�pin. Am I missing something? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:50pm on 08/23/16

Karen, was something posted about me on another site? Which one? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:29pm on 08/23/16

Send me an email, if you don't want to discuss it here. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:38pm on 08/23/16
Oh no Michael, nothing was posted about you on another site. - KarenNoCA - 6:32pm on 08/23/16

Okay. Thanks for the clarification. The internet brings out the best and the worst in humankind. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 9:51pm on 08/23/16

Yes, you are right, there is something about someone speaking and the other person - KarenNoCA - 11:28pm on 08/23/16

That is one reason I appreciate what a good writer can do with a story when they write a book... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:11pm on 08/24/16

Hemingway and emojis! LOL! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 3:38pm on 08/24/16

So well said. Thanks so much for posting his quote. I can picture / hear him saying it! [NT] - barb_b - 5:08pm on 08/23/16

28950. HELP! i have a medium grade balsamic vinegar which has solidified (more) - daricem - 11:58pm on 08/22/16 (5)

I think I'd toss it. - Charley - 10:03am on 08/23/16
Poke a hole with a chop stick and pour it into a pot. Add liquid and boil. I reduce my cheap - MarilynFL - 12:54pm on 08/23/16

thanks, before i saw this , I added a little white (more) - daricem - 4:50pm on 08/25/16

Is it a soft solid? Perhaps it developed a mother. I was really freaked out when I first saw one. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:18pm on 08/23/16

I think that is a really good observation!! And it would be like money in the bank - Charley - 7:04pm on 08/23/16

28951. Here is a fun little post from Ree Drummond about a new food product she is in love with and [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 6:54pm on 08/23/16 (4)

...and if you want to work for her at the new mercantile store, they're hiring. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:28pm on 08/23/16

If those are the oatcakes that are in every bakery in Nova Scotia and PEI, I LOVED THEM! - MarilynFL - 7:30pm on 08/23/16

They sure have good reviews but I could not find them in CA. Reviews on Amazon are great - KarenNoCA - 11:22pm on 08/23/16

Here's a recipe. It makes my teeth ache to look at it, BUT if you wanted to make - Charley - 2:28pm on 08/24/16

28952. ISO Pattypan Squash recipes - my garden is full of them! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:45am on 08/24/16 (4)

Use them in any way you would any other summer squash--and I am very jealous. . . - mistral - 3:34pm on 08/24/16

I am so glad your garden is growing so well! I know it was a lot of work! [NT] - barb_b - 5:33pm on 08/24/16

Southern fried - Melissa Dallas - 8:06pm on 08/24/16
Grate them up and make zucchini bread or zucchini patties and fry in evoo. [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 11:13pm on 08/24/16

28953. Anyone made these Tartine croissants? Sally? [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:05am on 08/24/16 (12)

aw geez, just reading the instructions makes me want a lie-down. - MarilynFL - 11:24am on 08/24/16

Don't think I'd attempt them if not for the bread meet-up. I made 2 kinds jam in case of disaster. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:24pm on 08/24/16

Q: if you roll to to 12 x 24 inches rectangle, then cut horizontal - is that the long or short side? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:24am on 08/25/16

I can picture it if I have 12" on bottom and 24" on side. Then cut across - MarilynFL - 1:42pm on 08/25/16

I knew the engineer would figure it out -- Thanks!!!!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:18pm on 08/25/16

Are you a little surprised at how thick he rolls the dough? 1/2" seems very thick to me. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:38pm on 08/25/16

Yes, Peter R rolls to 1/4" but if I can get it to look like this I'm not complaining! [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 5:58pm on 08/25/16

Maria, the recipe that you linked to is a Chad Robertson recipe - orchid - 8:15pm on 08/25/16

No, I'm making the Chad R/Tartine recipe. Dough is resting as I type. - MariaDNoCA - 10:50pm on 08/25/16

I now know why dough rolling machines were invented. This is work. I'm going to need another shower. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:00am on 08/26/16
Ah, got it. Can't wait to see. [NT] - orchid - 4:07pm on 08/26/16

I froze the dough, will bake Saturday and take pictures [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:38am on 08/27/16

28954. Rec: Corn, amazing corn! Microwave!!!! - colleenmomof2 - 3:22pm on 08/24/16 (5)

I did some corn in the microwave last week. I put four ears in a zip lock bag - KarenNoCA - 3:32pm on 08/24/16

Once you try it, you'll never go back ;) - colleenmomof2 - 3:43pm on 08/24/16

Rec: Corn Chowder [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 3:36pm on 08/24/16
Just microwaved my first corn cob - wonderful! Thank you Colleen!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:31pm on 08/24/16
We're slow learners aren't we? I did this for the first time recently. To make husking easier, [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:59pm on 08/24/16

28955. Karen, I roasted tomatoes/garlic in the oven as you do! [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 3:51pm on 08/24/16 (1)

Glad you tried it, I have been roasting tomatoes all summer and have a nice - KarenNoCA - 5:05pm on 08/24/16

28956. Second Briami batch - can't imagine life without it! [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:20pm on 08/24/16 (2)

Do you not just LOVE it!! I do leave out the cheese until late in the cooking. [NT] - Charley - 8:51pm on 08/24/16
I love briami/ratatouille! I haven't made it at all this summer, so I need to get on that! [NT] - LisainLA - 2:53pm on 08/27/16

28957. Nice article on Sarah Leah Chase in Edible Cape Cod [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 4:24pm on 08/24/16 (9)

Great article. The carrot dip sounds wonderful! Thanks for the link, Gay [NT] - barb_b - 5:21pm on 08/24/16

My pleasure, barb....... [NT] - GayR - 4:38pm on 08/26/16

I looked the book up on Amazon and read the reviews. I got a kick out of the names she gives the - KarenNoCA - 5:24pm on 08/24/16

I would be lost (Well, that is a bit of an exaggeration), w/o an index! [NT] - barb_b - 5:35pm on 08/24/16

That is what I thought! Why would you not put an index in a cookbook? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:08pm on 08/24/16

If you mean the New England Open-House Cookbook, the hard copy has an index. See the "look inside" - Curious1 - 6:27pm on 08/24/16

It does not have an index for the individual recipes as I understand it. The index I saw - KarenNoCA - 11:10pm on 08/24/16

I see, most of my older cookbooks are like that, so I am used to it. I agree, it can be annoying. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:21am on 08/25/16

I just used my 80s vintage Betty Crocker cookbook to look up a coffee cake recipe - - LisainLA - 2:50pm on 08/27/16

28958. SallyBR has a cute story about her new fur kid, her sil's male Dalmatian and how he is fitting [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 4:03pm on 08/25/16 (5)

Thank you for sharing.... ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 2:20pm on 08/26/16
S, I LOVED yr story & was LOL @ the part about the hindquarter acclimation! So true. Am happy 2 hear - wigs - 3:03pm on 08/26/16

When I was with a dog therapy group visiting hospitals and assisted living, facilities, we would - KarenNoCA - 5:39pm on 08/26/16

Ha! What a clever way to put that little doggie "meet and greet" exchange! [NT] - wigs - 7:29pm on 08/26/16

agreed! wish I had used that on my blog ;-) very cute and accurate [NT] - SallyBR - 10:27am on 08/28/16

28959. Tijan Seasoning versus Trader Joe's Chili Lime Seasoning - KarenNoCA - 5:52pm on 08/26/16 (5)

Tajin is an acquired taste. I like fruit/melons/etc. straight up... no embellishment. - Michael in Phoenix - 5:43am on 08/27/16

Great on cucumber slices.... ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 11:55am on 08/27/16

I tried Tajin for the first time last weekend on some roasted cauliflower - I got a big hit - LisainLA - 2:46pm on 08/27/16

I tried it again this morning on slices of mango. The Tijan was a bit smoother - KarenNoCA - 3:47pm on 08/27/16

Ooh, I think I might like it in a tomato-based veggie drink! Great idea! [NT] - LisainLA - 4:13pm on 08/27/16

28960. Originally posted by Traca, last September. I make this about 3-4 times a year. It is good. - Michael in Phoenix - 5:51am on 08/27/16 (1)

I think I have this one on my blog, it is absolutely delicious! (NT) [NT] - SallyBR - 12:05pm on 08/27/16

28961. REC: Tomato Beef with Pan Fried Noodles [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 5:40pm on 08/27/16 (0)

28962. Safeway has amazing deals on Fridays. I was there yesterday and saw a lady loading up on their - KarenNoCA - 7:06pm on 08/27/16 (4)

We don't have them so no experience but I would doubt it being watery. [NT] - Charley - 7:23pm on 08/27/16

I Googled the Signature Pizzas at Safeway for comments. There were comments about the spinach - KarenNoCA - 11:11pm on 08/27/16

Agreed. They're good. I've been hitting up their $4.99 8-piece chicken deals on Mondays. I - Traca - 12:49am on 08/28/16
We've been buying 1 item cheese-LESS take-out - colleenmomof2 - 12:29pm on 08/28/16

28963. Looks great and easy too. Challah in a bag. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 10:18pm on 08/27/16 (0)

28964. Ooh, remember this awesome tomato tart? Was just looking up the recipe. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 12:53am on 08/28/16 (2)

We really like the ones with tomatoes, onions, mayo and cheese. Also made one - Charley - 7:13pm on 08/28/16

Thanks Charlie. Her version is more involved but it looks good too. Need to try it soon! [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 9:53pm on 08/30/16

28965. Croissants! (Link to images) >> [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 2:58am on 08/28/16 (10)

Maria, those look gorgeous! I wish I could have one right now! [NT] - LisainLA - 4:10am on 08/28/16
Yum! The croissants look great! Congratulations! [NT] - Sylvia - 10:55am on 08/28/16
A thing of beauty. Here's what CIA *Baking and Pastry* has for their croissant dimensions - MarilynFL - 1:14pm on 08/28/16

I've learned a lot from this, which I adore. Next time will be better! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:26pm on 08/28/16

I finally realized why CIA only ends up with 11 croissants. - MarilynFL - 10:35am on 08/29/16

Absolutely gorgeous!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:37am on 08/29/16
Outstanding job!!!!!!!! In awe here... (NT) [NT] - SallyBR - 2:02pm on 08/29/16
Just beautiful! How do they taste? [NT] - orchid - 3:09pm on 08/29/16

Well, I wish they were as good as they sorta look, but they actually are a fail... - MariaDNoCA - 3:40am on 08/30/16

Today's email from Helen Fletcher (Pastries Like a Pro) has info on laminated doughs such as for [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 2:17am on 09/07/16

28966. My new toy.... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 4:47am on 08/28/16 (2)

Sweet! What a deal! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:12pm on 08/28/16
My thermapen has only failed me once: with Richard's *pound cake* the one - MarilynFL - 8:54pm on 08/28/16

28967. Mexican Street Corn was a hit at the International luncheon. First time there was absolutely - MarilynFL - 9:02pm on 08/28/16 (2)

You left the ears of corn whole? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:13am on 08/29/16

No, I scrapped the kernels off, put them back into the gallon zip lock I - MarilynFL - 10:30am on 08/29/16

28968. Macaron blues..... - SallyBR - 2:09pm on 08/29/16 (22)

I ran into that same problem with Francois Payard. He baked at 400! [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:16pm on 08/29/16

Oh, my smelling salts! Can you imagine? 400F! [NT] - SallyBR - 3:39pm on 08/29/16
I am afraid this won't work in our oven... (more) - SallyBR - 3:42pm on 08/29/16

I am not a baker but I did a little poking around about baking in a Blue Star - KarenNoCA - 4:42pm on 08/29/16

Sally, it is coincidental that you post this. I ate lunch with friends over the weekend... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:31pm on 08/29/16

I want to show mine to your friend.... [NT] - SallyBR - 7:25pm on 08/29/16

I mean to your friend's Professor.... wish I could! (more) - SallyBR - 7:29pm on 08/29/16

I have never met a convection oven that didn't mess-up what it tried to bake. So sorry for your loss [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:49am on 08/30/16

I managed to salvage a bunch and I will blog about the whole thing (more) - SallyBR - 11:34am on 08/30/16
Oh, I made the highest ever muffins in a convection oven. Same recipe came out flat in reg oven. - MarilynFL - 1:21pm on 08/30/16

I have two big Dacor ovens, one has the convection feature and although I have had them now for - KarenNoCA - 11:03pm on 08/30/16

Came close to ruining a peach pie at a freind's house last month in hers. - MariaDNoCA - 4:28am on 08/31/16

You have to decrease the temperature and rotate pans, I think. [NT] - Charley - 9:27am on 08/31/16

that's it indeed..... - SallyBR - 1:32pm on 08/31/16
We did. It made the filling boil over and the crust wasn't baking = big mess. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:50pm on 08/31/16

This is when you break out the booze. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:22pm on 08/31/16

I often make the CI vodka pie crust and am usually shnockered by the time I'm done making them. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:09pm on 08/31/16

Thanks Deb, this is the biggest laugh I've had in a long time. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:29pm on 08/31/16

Ha - we did. It also set-off the smoke alarm, causing us to do the famous dance of the waving towels [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:05am on 09/01/16

The dancing of the towels.... - SallyBR - 1:27pm on 09/01/16

Oh My - I think I'm going to have to cause the smoke alarm to go off! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:28pm on 09/01/16

Pil accuses me of doing so on purpose... Who, me??? Never... ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 4:30pm on 09/01/16

28969. Melissa Clark's Shortcut Moussaka: Made this last night and it is really delicious. [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 6:54pm on 08/29/16 (12)

THAt looks terrific and I LOVE moussaka. Mine calls for a bechamel sauce with - Charley - 8:17pm on 08/29/16

You're so welcome. Tastes even better as leftovers! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 9:40pm on 08/30/16

I'm confused (no surprise there). Isn't this just *Shepard's Pie* now? I thought you - MarilynFL - 1:47pm on 08/31/16

I couldn't agree more. It is not moussaka but I have decided that - orchid - 2:11pm on 08/31/16

Try this recipe for a bit of goodness, BUT quick it isn't - Charley - 2:27pm on 08/31/16

You should try my recipe which is exactly like what I ate in Cyprus. [LINK] - orchid - 3:54pm on 08/31/16

o, thank you for the recipe and the link back to this old post! So nice/sad hearing [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:26pm on 08/31/16

Oh you are so right. I didn't even notice that and look how many great - orchid - 6:31pm on 08/31/16

Looks delicious also. Evelyn in Athens and i have traded these with the potatoes too. Thanks [NT] - Charley - 5:39pm on 08/31/16

Well, don't think shepherd's pie has eggplant! LOL It is called "quick" and as - Charley - 2:25pm on 08/31/16

Shepherds Pie has no eggplanat?? I just Googled "Shepherds Pie with Eggplant - KarenNoCA - 3:40pm on 08/31/16

Well, if you google that, google will answer with that!! LOL I think traditional shepherd's pie is - Charley - 5:35pm on 08/31/16

28970. I'm really enjoying reading *A.O.C Cookbook* by Suzanne Goin. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:55pm on 08/29/16 (2)

If I may.... I reviewed her great book and posted a recipe from it (with her permission) [LINK] - SallyBR - 7:37pm on 08/29/16

Sally, that is a well-written review! I'm thinking the trout recipe is perfect for CathyZ. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:17am on 08/30/16

28971. I'm picking tomatoes daily and have been looking for a good fresh tomato soup recipe. - CynUpstateNY - 7:00pm on 08/29/16 (11)

Roasted tomato soup--really good. I think I'd add a little celery too--can't remember if - Charley - 8:14pm on 08/29/16
We love this PW recipe. It's really delicious and maybe you can [LINK] - orchid - 10:37pm on 08/29/16
Rec: Tomato Chowder - rhoward2va - 12:18pm on 08/30/16
This from Cafe Sucre is excellent and uses 8 cups of tomatoes, I made it last week [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 2:07pm on 08/30/16
Emeril Lagasse Food Network - Quick Summer Tomato Soup [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 2:58pm on 08/30/16
Thanks so much! I have 3 plants, been gone almost 8 weeks and they're still loaded! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 9:38pm on 08/30/16
REC: Mexican Tomato Lime Soup - Junebug - 2:41am on 09/01/16

man, does this sound good! It's ringing all my bells. Thanks, June [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:38am on 09/01/16
Junebug, the recipe you posted must be the orignal recipe? - KarenNoCA - 3:11pm on 09/01/16

Yes, that was the original recipe. I tweaked to conform to the ingredients I had available. - Junebug - 6:00am on 09/06/16

You can add a splash of salsa to this also. And chicken chunks--instead of chips you - Charley - 6:19pm on 09/01/16

28972. Clotted cream made in a rice cooker? The maths say it's so! [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:40pm on 08/30/16 (4)

What a great book, Marilyn! - Lana in FL - 1:29am on 08/31/16

You can watch Dr. Cheng's adorable explanation on how much clotted cream you need for a scone. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:42am on 08/31/16

I love it! Thanks! [NT] - Lana in FL - 1:32am on 09/02/16

I want to make clotted cream / devonshire cream in my Pressure cooker. I need to do some research - barb_b - 9:09pm on 09/02/16

28973. Lost my cooking mojo - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:05pm on 08/31/16 (23)

Hi missy! Have missed your smiling voice. Does MIL like vanilla ice cream because... - MarilynFL - 5:19pm on 08/31/16

Howdy, Marilyn. :) - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:33pm on 08/31/16
Tapioca pudding? I love tapioca pudding--plain or w/ crushed pineapple folded into it. [LINK] - wigs - 3:11pm on 09/01/16

I hope your MIL is getting some medical help--there are some hopeful things - Charley - 5:30pm on 08/31/16

Good food ideas--thanks much. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:55pm on 08/31/16

YOu MUST get her to a doctor. This could REALLY be treatable and NOT dementia. - Charley - 7:04pm on 08/31/16

I agree with Charley. I have a family member who was diagnosed early dementia or possibly Alzheimer - KarenNoCA - 7:39pm on 08/31/16

Not to put too fine a point of it, Alzheimer's is a form of dementia of which there are - Charley - 11:48pm on 08/31/16
There is an interesting statistic with AD and dementia--the person in the family that first diagnose - Charley - 10:05am on 09/01/16

That's really interesting. I'd been saying to my husband and FIL for a while - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:21pm on 09/01/16

You really cannot let it go any longer. Sorry. [NT] - Charley - 12:51am on 09/02/16

I believe Aricept helped my mom in early stages. Only med available then. Probably many now. [NT] - Curious1 - 8:08pm on 08/31/16
Thanks for the advice. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:00pm on 08/31/16

She can help YOU and herself by agreeing to go to the doctor. Early diagnosis is - Charley - 11:49pm on 08/31/16

oh Amanda, you just described my MIL. To perfection. Wouldn't go to the library (1 mile away) - MarilynFL - 7:34pm on 08/31/16
There are tests online you can give her, like the clock test; My mom had dementia... - MariaDNoCA - 4:33am on 09/01/16

Sending you hugs Amanda [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:10pm on 08/31/16
Amanda, I know a little about being a care giver because we have faced it a few times - KarenNoCA - 6:32pm on 08/31/16
So many good suggestions here from folks who have had the experience to share - KarenNoCA - 2:48pm on 09/01/16

I know, right? Such a great community. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:22pm on 09/01/16

Hi, Amanda! If U haven't already come to this conclusion--when taking care of my mother during the - wigs - 4:51pm on 09/01/16

My mom has Parkinsons and was recently put on a medicine - deb-in-MI - 6:14pm on 09/01/16

(((Amanda))) You've goten some great advice here. Only thing I can think of to add is creamy soups - LisainLA - 11:33pm on 09/02/16

28974. Meryl, re: your Orange Butter Cake...have you made this into cupcakes? [LINK] - cheezz - 5:08am on 09/01/16 (5)

cheezz, Meryl is no longer with us. My hope is that there is lots of chocolate in heaven. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:28am on 09/01/16

Sigh. I still miss Meryl. I use lots of her recipes and think of her often. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:58pm on 09/01/16

How coincidental! 2 days ago I was following a couple old threads & one led back to an ancient post - wigs - 2:57pm on 09/01/16
Oh! What a horrible slip...I KNEW this and my mind just refused to remember :( [NT] - cheezz - 5:11am on 09/02/16

Don't feel bad, it happens. And I'm glad you posted this - I'd love to make it. Thanks dear Meryl! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:45am on 09/02/16

28975. Has anyone made grape jam/jelly without using pectin? I saw Steve reference it but no recipe - cheezz - 6:33am on 09/01/16 (6)

Yes, grapes have a LOT of pectin. Boil the grapes with the skin on to extract the juice. - Charley - 8:21am on 09/01/16

Do you then strain the skins off? These are seeded grapes - I could leave seeds in too? [NT] - cheezz - 5:05am on 09/02/16

Yes, you boil them all up and then let the juice drain through a chinioise or cheese cloth. - Charley - 9:40am on 09/02/16
My mom used to use BIG squares of cheesecloth (multiple layers) and put the cooked grapes in the - wigs - 1:13pm on 09/02/16

Thanks ladies!! And wigs, these are white grapes so at least no staining :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:58pm on 09/02/16

I tend to boil berries (and the grapes) longer than just the 5 minutes I saw in some recipes. [NT] - Charley - 7:32pm on 09/02/16

28976. I must be the last person on this earth to have learned this! - KarenNoCA - 3:03pm on 09/01/16 (23)

I love hints like this. My *secret* cleaner is V05 shampoo, removes body oils like nothing else. - MarilynFL - 3:19pm on 09/01/16

Alberto V05? I did a search and there must be over 20 different formulas, - KarenNoCA - 3:47pm on 09/01/16

I know! There used to be TWO: normal hair and oily hair. The oily hair version is the one - MarilynFL - 3:51pm on 09/01/16

Another simple concoction that replaces GooGone... - judy-mass - 3:59pm on 09/01/16

Good to know! Do you think it needs to be coconut oil? Any oil? [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:09pm on 09/01/16

Deb, I'm thinking coconut oil might be the better choice - judy-mass - 10:40pm on 09/01/16

That makes sense - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:46am on 09/02/16

I use hairspray to remove ink stains. Removing ink stains caused by ball point pens, fountain pens - wigs - 5:18pm on 09/01/16

OK, I have another issue for all you smart folks. For years I have had - KarenNoCA - 11:08pm on 09/01/16

I've had success with - judy-mass - 12:09am on 09/02/16

My Fave: WD-40 and Dawn Dishwashing liquid to remove set in crayon stains from fabric. . . - mistral - 5:24pm on 09/02/16

I use the liquid Dr. Scholl's corn remover product and then put the Dr. S's pads that [LINK] - wigs - 1:05pm on 09/02/16
Thanks for the suggestions...going to the drug store tomorrow to get the products. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:48pm on 09/02/16
I keep a small squeeze bottle of Dawn in my laundry room...works when nothing else will! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:42am on 09/03/16

Good idea! I'm going to do that now. [NT] - Traca - 2:33am on 09/05/16
I like to dilute it 3-1 (water-Dawn) and use it for a spray spotter, especially on oil stains.(nt) [NT] - mistral - 4:06pm on 09/05/16

[NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:09pm on 09/01/16
Hairspray works for sticker residue too. [NT] - Traca - 5:20am on 09/02/16

I've always used Dawn on anything greasy also. Works great! [NT] - cheezz - 5:08am on 09/02/16
Thanks for the tip.... It is now on my shopping list! [NT] - barb_b - 9:04pm on 09/02/16
What is the ratio of white vinegar to Dawn? I would love to try this around my house. - LisainLA - 11:29pm on 09/02/16

There are many recipes and tips for this mixture on the internet. Some say use equal parts - KarenNoCA - 1:07pm on 09/03/16

Thanks. I use Dawn on grease stained clothing as well, typically with success. - LisainLA - 6:21pm on 09/03/16

28977. Anyone know why we haven't heard from AngAK? [NT] - orchid - 9:43pm on 09/01/16 (1)

She's busy getting her vacation house ready for sale [NT] - cheezz - 5:06am on 09/02/16

28978. Marilyn, I hope you are safe in this hurricane! XO [NT] - LisainLA - 6:17am on 09/02/16 (7)

Ditto that! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:47am on 09/02/16
I was thinking about her earlier this morning as I was listening to news reports about the - KarenNoCA - 3:33pm on 09/02/16
I was wondering the same.. Thoughts to all of our friends... Michael S, and I believe C1 or C and - barb_b - 9:00pm on 09/02/16

You got everyone right barb. I'm fine but it might have been a bit - orchid - 9:53pm on 09/02/16

(((Orchid))) glad you are OK, too! [NT] - LisainLA - 11:34pm on 09/02/16

Thank you for thinking of us! - Lana in FL - 1:35am on 09/03/16

Glad all is well with you and yours Lana! [NT] - LisainLA - 6:22pm on 09/03/16

28979. ANybody knows catering service in POrtland, OR? - SallyBR - 11:49am on 09/02/16 (2)

No ideas, but thoughts are with you.... [NT] - barb_b - 8:48pm on 09/02/16

Thank you.... ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 9:16pm on 09/02/16

28980. Hey Marg CDN! Making tomolives for the first time [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 4:30pm on 09/02/16 (6)

Hey? Anybody made these? Question on 1/1 or 1/2 vinegar to water? - colleenmomof2 - 4:34pm on 09/02/16

I have made tomolives. Don't see your recipe. I just got a recipe off the net--mine - Charley - 4:41pm on 09/02/16

REC: 2 Tomolive recipes in 1st post and 1 recipe in post below - colleenmomof2 - 4:49pm on 09/02/16

Or 1/3 in RvB's suggestion [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 4:46pm on 09/02/16

Those look like what i did maybe. I don't find any recipes in the first post. thee - Charley - 7:29pm on 09/02/16

My smile for the day!!! : ) [NT] - barb_b - 8:47pm on 09/02/16

28981. FRC: In the Sept 2016 GH mag, there's an article about a woman who had a web site set up to simplify [LINK] - wigs - 7:06pm on 09/02/16 (5)

i've used a similar site Meal Train several times >> [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 1:30am on 09/03/16

I had never heard this term until this week, but the idea is familar. The website is handy! [NT] - LisainLA - 6:23pm on 09/03/16
Guess this idea is quite popular! Thanks for sharing your web address for 'mealtrain.com' [NT] - wigs - 12:59pm on 09/06/16

I've used Take Them a Meal several times for folks and it works really well. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:41pm on 09/03/16

Nice to hear good feedback about this site in execution. Thanks! [NT] - wigs - 1:00pm on 09/06/16

28982. Is the site working. Couldn't access most of yesterday. no new posts. ;o( [NT] - Charley - 4:18pm on 09/05/16 (7)

I know, I was "lost!".... I had to search paper files for my needed recipes!! [NT] - barb_b - 7:17pm on 09/05/16

Rec: Richards Key Lime Pie Dip; such great reviews. Love this recipe. I served on a long platter w [LINK] - barb_b - 7:22pm on 09/05/16
Rec: Cyn / Gretchen / Ang Rec: Acroplis Greek Salad. This is a family favorite. I love how [LINK] - barb_b - 7:27pm on 09/05/16

This was always a favorite to take to the beach to have for our pick up lunches - Charley - 5:13am on 09/06/16

resolved - pmassell_93 - 10:39pm on 09/05/16

You are the best!!! [NT] - barb_b - 11:07pm on 09/05/16
Thank you! About to donate! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:22am on 09/06/16

28983. Tonight's dinner was delicious.......Lamb Chops & Potatoes with Olives, Tomatoes & Feta [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 10:44pm on 09/05/16 (2)

I love lamb chops and rack of lamb too. Did you use Kalamata olives? - KarenNoCA - 4:57pm on 09/06/16

I did use Kalamata olives. Oh to grow my own tomatoes. All gardening is done in pots these days so I - Sylvia - 10:15pm on 09/06/16

28984. Surfacing to report: Jacques Pepin's New Complete Techniques, $1.99 on Amazon today. [LINK] - ErininNY - 12:56am on 09/06/16 (2)

Jacques Pepin's New Complete Techniques - sjs1952 - 3:02pm on 09/06/16

it was a one day only sale [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:58pm on 09/07/16

28985. AMANDA IN PA- Today's NYTimes has an article about B12 deficiency causing - Charley - 11:26am on 09/06/16 (1)

Good article; thanks for sharing. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:14pm on 09/06/16

28986. I am processing about 5 lbs of Hatch Chiles this morning, it is going to smell good - KarenNoCA - 4:24pm on 09/06/16 (0)

28987. A friend made this; said it was really good. [NT] [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:27pm on 09/06/16 (7)

Thanks.. I love spanakopita and this looks so easy. [NT] - rhoward2va - 7:36pm on 09/06/16
Thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:27pm on 09/06/16

Filo & I don't mix; so glad this recipe used puff pastry [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:30pm on 09/07/16

I, too, love spanakopita. I've used phyllo pastry with success. [NT] - Sylvia - 10:18pm on 09/06/16

Here's my recipe......Spanakopitta - Sylvia - 10:21pm on 09/06/16

I have often made them as little appetizer triangles. Delicious. We have a huge - Charley - 1:26pm on 09/07/16

I've done the same. Always a hit. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:21pm on 09/07/16

28988. This looks amazing.....Spiced Apple Cream Cheese Cake from Christinamarsigliese.com [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 6:07pm on 09/06/16 (5)

YUM! Thx, GayR...printed! And doesn't this sound delicious--Creamy White Chocolate Lemon Curd Tart? [LINK] - wigs - 8:05pm on 09/06/16

Very welcome, wigs.....love Christina's Blog.....and her cookbook looks wonderful..... [NT] - GayR - 8:12pm on 09/06/16

I'd love that for Thanksgiving. [NT] - Traca - 6:04am on 09/07/16
Sounds lovely - when someone makes it please report out. Thank you GayR! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:30am on 09/07/16
Sounds great...think it would get soggy after a day or two? [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:29pm on 09/07/16

28989. MariaD and others interested in laminated doughs such as for croissants.... [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 2:25am on 09/07/16 (3)

Oooh thanks Pat! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:50pm on 09/07/16
Thank you for introducing me to this site! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:10pm on 09/07/16
I read this as "lamented dough." LOL [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:40pm on 09/07/16

28990. This sounds good: Oven-Roasted Ratatouille [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 4:52pm on 09/07/16 (4)

Will go good with some garden pickings this morning... [NT] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 4:55pm on 09/07/16

They seemed to have passed inspection... [NT] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 4:56pm on 09/07/16

Aw....... [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:36pm on 09/07/16

This was wonderful!! It's a keeper and so easy too. [NT] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 7:09am on 09/11/16

28991. Mexican Street Corn Salad a big hit last weekend with family and several Japanese visitors. [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:37am on 09/08/16 (2)

So glad that it was a hit. [NT] - judy-mass - 12:26pm on 09/08/16

You're big in Japan! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:28pm on 09/09/16

28992. FoodSaver for $35. This is the plain pipe rack one I have and this is a deal - Charley - 9:18am on 09/08/16 (7)

Thanks, Charlie! I ordered one. Have wanted one forever! [NT] - sjs1952 - 3:10pm on 09/08/16

You'll never regret it!! [NT] - Charley - 3:18pm on 09/08/16

I agree. I could not save as much money as I do without my Food Saver. I have been reusing - KarenNoCA - 7:06pm on 09/08/16

The company has always said they could. I have done it for 25 years. I do sometimes - Charley - 8:44pm on 09/08/16

I wrap my meats tightly in plastic wrap first, then put into the FS bags. I take the meat - KarenNoCA - 11:09pm on 09/08/16

Oh, that is too bad. I have turned them inside out and then run throught the dishwasher - Charley - 1:19am on 09/09/16

I have not used a dishwasher on them, yet. My hubby turns them inside out [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 4:53pm on 09/09/16

28993. Hi everyone! McD's is graciously sharing its WiFi with me so I can make contact with Mother Earth. - MarilynFL - 12:45pm on 09/08/16 (8)

(((Marilyn))) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:53pm on 09/08/16
Hugs to you Marilyn! And pleeeze give Charlie and his wife Pat a big hug for me! Can't wait - Pat-NoCal - 2:20pm on 09/08/16

Ditto! Please say in a best Jersey accent "Barb wants to know, how ya doin?" [NT] - barb_b - 3:31pm on 09/08/16

Wow. A total Nightmarilyn! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:03pm on 09/08/16

Ha! Amen, brother. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:25am on 09/12/16

Marilyn, some of your stories just crack me up...so happy this one turned out OK for you - KarenNoCA - 7:10pm on 09/08/16
Oh, no! Glad it turned out okay. I hope the margarita was really strong. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:48pm on 09/08/16
Holee traffic jam! Glad...hope? you are doing better now. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:28am on 09/11/16

28994. Tried this a few weeks ago and it was quite good. REC: Thai Gingered Chicken Noodles - Michael in Phoenix - 12:07am on 09/09/16 (5)

pic [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:34am on 09/09/16

Used these noodles. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:45am on 09/09/16

Used this brand of Thai Green Curry Paste. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:50am on 09/09/16

Has my name all over this.... Store did not have the curry. Thx for posting [NT] - barb_b - 9:35pm on 09/09/16

I think any Thai green curry brand would work. I got mine at an Asian market down the street from u - Michael in Phoenix - 11:02pm on 09/09/16

28995. Sorry. Tried to post a picture. I have no idea how to fix that! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:37am on 09/09/16 (1)

I figured it out. Somewhat. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:46am on 09/09/16

28996. Just made a big batch of oven dried tomatoes, which I know many of you do. How do you store them - CynUpstateNY - 1:40pm on 09/09/16 (12)

No, you REALLY cannot do that!! I deglaze my pan with just a little water and put the - Charley - 2:14pm on 09/09/16

A quick Google gave a lot of ways to preserve oven or sun dried tomatoes [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 2:57pm on 09/09/16

I put mine through the food processor to make tomato sauce or tomato paste - KarenNoCA - 2:55pm on 09/09/16
This is a direct answer to your question about preserving in oil [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 3:04pm on 09/09/16
Ok...I think I'll pour a bit of wine vinegar in, cover in olive oil and store in the refrigerator. - CynUpstateNY - 3:11pm on 09/09/16

The "rub" to the directions is "completely dry". - Charley - 3:25pm on 09/09/16

I already added the oil! II guess I'll either have to use it up quickly or toss them, which I hate - CynUpstateNY - 4:31pm on 09/09/16

I think you'll be OK with the vinegar and oil mix really, but maybe just not do - Charley - 4:44pm on 09/09/16

Ah yes, run it through the Food Saver, never thought of that. Great suggestion! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:42pm on 09/09/16

I crisp them up and really eat like pot chips. serve along side a dip, add carrots, celery, etc... [NT] - barb_b - 9:37pm on 09/09/16
Thanks, everyone! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:54pm on 09/10/16
i divide them up into baggies & freeze them [NT] - michelle - 1:09pm on 09/13/16

28997. Need baking advice! - Pam - 4:31pm on 09/09/16 (23)

No to the sour milk--it is spoiled, not just "sour". I have used whatever cocoa I had on - Charley - 4:47pm on 09/09/16
Hi, Pam! I would turn the cake upside down on2 a pieces of waxed paper as soon as it comes out of [LINK] - wigs - 5:33pm on 09/09/16

I toss buttermilk if it is more than a week out of code opened, or 2 weeks unopened. - Michael in Phoenix - 10:32pm on 09/09/16
yep - Pam - 5:34pm on 09/10/16

If it fell out whole, no problem. Right? Good job on the greasing. You can put the rack on - Charley - 8:55pm on 09/10/16

Here's another piece of wisdom I've used, even if the recipe doesn't call for it. - Michael in Phoenix - 3:58am on 09/10/16

Great to do for cake pans but bundt pans are a challenge as mentioned--notorious for - Charley - 10:07am on 09/10/16

I buttered liberally - Pam - 5:39pm on 09/10/16

It really does depend on the batter for the sticking. If it is a pound cake, usually doesn't - Charley - 6:14pm on 09/10/16
Sounds like my bundt pan: heavy aluminum, teflon coated, have to butter/grease completely. . . - mistral - 2:03am on 09/11/16

I finally have done that also--resisted FORever!! It is a lifesaver. How many cakes have - Charley - 8:48am on 09/11/16

I do the same thing Michael [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:24pm on 09/10/16

Yes, great tip=learned this in The Cake Bible by Beranbaum many years ago and it works great! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 2:04am on 09/11/16

Won't work with bundt pan - Pam - 5:36pm on 09/10/16

I always just spray pans with Pam or now Coconut spray oil from TJ's - MariaDNoCA - 7:25am on 09/11/16

The biggest reason I have not used release sprays is that both my husband . . . - mistral - 4:41pm on 09/11/16

I only use it for baked goods aka cold pan and on plastic wrap for rising dough. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:35am on 09/13/16

Hmmmm. I guess I should have indicated I wasn't talking about bundt pans, eh? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:33am on 09/13/16

Results - Pam - 6:51pm on 09/11/16

I looked at the recipe and since it is an oil cake it could have that "pudding" feel. You may - Charley - 10:12pm on 09/11/16

Non-sticking pan tip from Shirley Corriher: [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:47pm on 09/12/16

I betcha it would work in the fridge, gotta try this.(nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:45pm on 09/13/16

Maybe the London temp was down to 20 degrees? Refrigerator is only 40 degrees. Do you - MarilynFL - 5:58pm on 09/14/16

28998. GayR--Can't get your link to work for the ATK's Deep-Dish Apple Pie U posted on 5/9/2006 @ - wigs - 8:59pm on 09/09/16 (9)

REC: ATK Deep-Dish Apple Pie... - charlie - 10:45pm on 09/09/16

I would NOT recommend discarding the juices, better to cook them down till they are thickened. . . - mistral - 1:54am on 09/11/16

I also like to do this to keep my bottom crust un-soggy: - mistral - 1:59am on 09/11/16

I am definitely going to try the stone trick. My last two peach pies had anemic white bottoms while - MarilynFL - 4:18pm on 09/11/16

Marilyn, I also recommend using a glass pie plate. . . - mistral - 4:32pm on 09/11/16
M, I tried the egg-white trick U posted on a single bottom crust for my White Christmas Pie once (I - wigs - 5:39pm on 09/12/16

Thanks so much for posting this, charlie. I just knew someone here would - wigs - 5:45pm on 09/12/16

If you haven't tried Dorie's Apple Pie in T&T I highly recommend it [LINK] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 7:20am on 09/11/16

Actually that's the one I make [NT] - charlie - 9:55pm on 09/11/16

28999. Mango chutney made yesterday. Really pleased!! - Charley - 10:55am on 09/10/16 (0)

29000. REC: Made this last night: Calabrian Carbonara VERY GOOD! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 1:27pm on 09/10/16 (0)

29001. That Oven-Roasted Ratatouille above is SO good! Went from this [NT] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 7:10am on 09/11/16 (6)

to this [NT] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 7:11am on 09/11/16

and this...YUM! [NT] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 7:12am on 09/11/16

Now that thar's purdy! (residual NC-ism). It freezes well so ya'll have a taste of summer all year. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:13pm on 09/11/16

I usually make this a few times every summer and forgot about it this year - KarenNoCA - 4:07pm on 09/11/16
Just had a bowl of this for lunch, sprinkled with cold, pickled red onions from Cafe Sucre Farine > - KarenNoCA - 6:27pm on 09/11/16

Making more today - found ripe purple bell peppers hiding in the garden. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:37pm on 09/11/16

29002. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 2:05pm on 09/11/16 (3)

I made this lovely dish last night [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 2:17pm on 09/11/16

I posted this a week or so ago - Pam - 6:47pm on 09/11/16

I finally found it, posted by you at the end of July. I knew I had seen it somewhere - KarenNoCA - 11:21pm on 09/11/16

29003. Back in FL after a wonderful meet-up with charlie and DW. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:03pm on 09/11/16 (5)

marilyn is a gift from heaven--and we even got a couple of jars of her - charlie - 7:15pm on 09/11/16

Aww, I just love these stories. So happy you and Marilyn could meet. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:29pm on 09/11/16

Me too! I love it when our clan gets together. :-) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:25pm on 09/11/16

How cool is that! I love the meet ups. So fun, after all these years we can pick up - barb_b - 10:11pm on 09/11/16
Sound like a good time was had by all! I'm also glad you got to charlie's house & back home w/ no - wigs - 5:28pm on 09/12/16

29004. ISO your T&T mixed pickled veggie recipe not requiring canning? - cheezz - 12:55am on 09/12/16 (15)

Ypu can make almost anything and keep in fridge for a few weeks. [NT] - Charley - 8:51am on 09/12/16
This is one of my favorites... [LINK] - judy-mass - 11:49am on 09/12/16
So funny, my printer was still working on this recipe when I came here and saw your post. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:28pm on 09/12/16
Cheezz, what about trying freezer pickle method from Dawn_MO? [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 8:52pm on 09/12/16

These sound perfect. Do they have to be frozen? Do you think they can just be made a week ahead - cheezz - 9:49pm on 09/12/16

Freezer pickles are SO delicious--and they need to be frozen. My sister's were - Charley - 8:59am on 09/13/16

I'll check on just what space we have. [NT] - cheezz - 4:27pm on 09/13/16

Make, freeze for 6 hours, defrost overnight and refrigerate - colleenmomof2 - 1:06pm on 09/13/16

The problem is no freezer space. We have to make enough to feed 250 [NT] - cheezz - 4:26pm on 09/13/16

Then another recipe!! Do you or any of the other hosts belong to a church or oranization - Charley - 5:53pm on 09/13/16

We just aren't having any success finding a side dish for meatloaf and mashed potatoes!! - cheezz - 11:58pm on 09/13/16

I think there are lots of those. How about a pea salad? It just gets all mixed together - Charley - 1:27am on 09/14/16

Even cole slaw would be a nice refreshing go-with. For a little color you could - Charley - 12:58pm on 09/14/16

Another nice side salad could be the broccoli and raisin/craisin one. - Charley - 1:39pm on 09/14/16

I watched Chuck make these on TV and never realized pickling was that easy. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:13pm on 09/13/16

29005. well, this was surprisingly good: Trader Joe's Kale & Cauliflower Curry Salad [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:41pm on 09/12/16 (0)

29006. Rose Levy Beranbaum - Lucious Apple Pie [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 5:53pm on 09/12/16 (2)

I began reducing apple juice & cider years ago to add flavor to pies/applesauce/etc. - MarilynFL - 6:38pm on 09/12/16

I use frozen apple concentrate for things like a pork braise I do. [NT] - Charley - 7:36pm on 09/12/16

29007. For those STILL stuck with too many zukes: Zucchini Diavolo from Fairway Market [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:33pm on 09/12/16 (14)

I did not grow any this year, but the Farmer's Market is loaded with them and so is my - KarenNoCA - 10:54pm on 09/12/16

huh...apparently I only know about *regular* zucchini; didn't realize there were other varieties. - MarilynFL - 1:03pm on 09/13/16

I have not tasted a bitter zuke. It is in the squash family and there are all sorts of summmer [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 1:29pm on 09/13/16

I can actually recall the ONE time I had sauteed zucchini out & it wasnt' bitter. That's how rare - MarilynFL - 3:49pm on 09/13/16

Marilyn, I think you must be a super-taster. Take a look at this article, and the references to [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:14pm on 09/13/16

ha, well, let's debunk that theory right now! - MarilynFL - 7:02pm on 09/13/16

But M. there are so many things that taste bitter to you that no one - orchid - 7:37pm on 09/13/16

well, I guess if I can't have a Super Power, I'll settle for Super Nodules. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:02pm on 09/14/16

It just proves that you are super in all ways. (((M))) [NT] - orchid - 3:20pm on 09/14/16

aw sweetie, if only you knew the truth... [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:36pm on 09/14/16

Love zucchini ! - sjs1952 - 1:37pm on 09/13/16
Many? Not really but one HUGE ONE, yeah... [IMAGE] - SallyBR - 2:19pm on 09/13/16

Yaaarrrr! That looks like a pirate's prosthetic, matey! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:56pm on 09/13/16
That's what I got too! One huge one. Been chopping hunks off of it to use. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:04pm on 09/16/16

29008. hey MariaD, remember the search for Snoopy cookie *Christmas Light Bulbs*? [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:43am on 09/13/16 (7)

I found 2.5mm nonpareils in NC this past week. Here's a mock-up with a 6.5 inch cookie. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:44am on 09/13/16

Yes, made me check - it's 8" from the tip of Snoopy's nose - MariaDNoCA - 5:25pm on 09/16/16

Hi missy! Okay....I have a photo with the 6.5 next to the 8 inch mockup and 2.5mm won't work - MarilynFL - 6:09pm on 09/16/16

I'm trying the Blue Chair concord grape recipe with a bit of orange in it - we shall see. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:34pm on 09/16/16

I found the Wilton Jumbo ones (2.5 mm) at JoAnn's. I also found bigger ones, more like... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:56pm on 09/16/16

I have Wilton Jumbo Nonpareils and they are WAY too small. The jar doesn't give the size though. - MariaDNoCA - 7:39pm on 09/16/16

Thanks to all of you!!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:41pm on 09/16/16

29009. Those Canadians, eh. Who would have thought of this combo? [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:46am on 09/13/16 (5)

never having said 'eh' in my life lol, poutine has been our greatest food invention :) [NT] - michelle - 1:07pm on 09/13/16

I would nominate Nanaimo Bars for your greatest dessert/sweet contribution. And let us not forget.. - Michael in Phoenix - 5:43pm on 09/13/16

We have been to Canada twice, and I love this "eh". It is catchy and if you stay there - KarenNoCA - 7:01pm on 09/13/16

We lived for a short time in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, right at the Canadian border and the - Curious1 - 7:28pm on 09/13/16

Butter Tarts! I lived in Toronto for a few years! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:09am on 09/14/16

29010. What can I use in place of TREACLE? - MarilynFL - 5:05pm on 09/13/16 (3)

In a lot of recipes I've seen, it is interchangeable with golden syrup. But since your recipe has.. - Michael in Phoenix - 5:37pm on 09/13/16

Thanks for the good explanation. I have molasses and Golden Syrup. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:37pm on 09/13/16

Thanks to a friend here in Phoenix who is from Canada, I get exposed to this kind of thing! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:37pm on 09/14/16

29011. REC: Pork and Poblano Stew. Made this for the first time this week. EXCELLENT! - Michael in Phoenix - 5:14pm on 09/13/16 (3)

That is very similar to this New Mexico Green Chili Pork Stew [LINK] - orchid - 7:30pm on 09/13/16

Very similar indeed. Mexican-style comfort food! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:41pm on 09/13/16

Just bought two cryopac boneless pork loin packages at Kroger. $1.79 per pound on sale. - Michael in Phoenix - 2:36pm on 09/14/16

29012. I have carrots... ISO a recipe that is not "cream of carrot soup" any thoughts [NT] - barb_b - 8:33pm on 09/13/16 (11)

How about Tangerine and Honey Glazed Carrots. Richard in Cinci [LINK] - orchid - 9:47pm on 09/13/16
This is an excellent recipe, I have made it many times. I keep several containers frozen [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 11:07pm on 09/13/16
This bread looks delicious too and you could have it frozen and ready for Thanksgiving events [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 11:14pm on 09/13/16

Oh, man, does that look good--a dollop of lemon curd would be a nice finish!! [NT] - Charley - 10:01am on 09/14/16

I second this! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:08am on 09/14/16
A dollop of lemon curd on the bread? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 1:32pm on 09/14/16

Absolutely. This is basically carrot cake. OR even call it gingerbread. Both delicious - Charley - 9:43pm on 09/14/16

This is my favorite! [LINK] - SallyBR - 12:51pm on 09/14/16
I've been meaning to try this CI *slow-cooked whole carrots* recipe (video) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:32pm on 09/14/16
Braised Carrots with Shallot and Thyme - I've nearly eaten the whole pan, and I'm not a [LINK] - Traca - 9:24pm on 09/14/16
Thank you so much for the ideas / recipes / inspiration. [NT] - barb_b - 8:14pm on 09/15/16

29013. Who knew? I have all three of these but never knew the difference: Braggs, tamari & soy sauce [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:49pm on 09/14/16 (2)

Like you, I did the same thing. I have all three and have wondered about the difference - KarenNoCA - 6:49pm on 09/14/16

I do notice the flavor difference, depending on what I use them for. I wasn't aware there were>> - LisainLA - 4:00am on 09/15/16

29014. Yellow Pepper soup. [LINK] - emtd - 12:52am on 09/15/16 (2)

Ooops - I had orange and yellow peppers. [NT] - emtd - 12:52am on 09/15/16
Our chefs here make a red pepper and gouda soup that is TDF. It is very - Charley - 10:55am on 09/15/16

29015. okay, what size bundt pan do I use for Alton Brown's Apple Cake? See Sally's link [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:06pm on 09/15/16 (13)

It indicates a 10 cup pan at the bottom of Alton's list of ingredients from FN site>>> [LINK] - LisainLA - 1:42pm on 09/15/16

Thank you! I started to check that link, but the FN website is really wonky on IE here at work. All - MarilynFL - 2:03pm on 09/15/16

Sorry, haven't seen this.... - SallyBR - 11:22am on 09/16/16

Speaking of equipment, I ordered 7x7 inch square pan for Theo's caramels - MarilynFL - 2:10pm on 09/15/16

Aha we were wondering what that flavor was---reduced apple cider!! ... - charlie - 4:12pm on 09/15/16

Here's is theo's basic caramel recipe (reduced to use 2 cups of heavy cream) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:49pm on 09/15/16

Here is theo's Apple Cider Caramel. Again, I reduced my quantity so it all fit in 3.5 QT pot. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:53pm on 09/15/16

Marilyn, have a look at this blog.....Ella Claire Inspired - Caramel apple tips......... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 4:26pm on 09/15/16

Thanks Gay! I brought back local unwaxed McIntosh and HUGE Honeycrisp from NC. - MarilynFL - 5:59pm on 09/15/16

Very welcome, Marilyn.....hope the tips are helpful....... [NT] - GayR - 1:55am on 09/16/16

More questions: Ella Claire's recipe stops the caramel at 235 degrees. Doesn't that seem low? - MarilynFL - 11:07am on 09/16/16

Maybe this is helpful .... exploratorium.edu [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:03pm on 09/16/16

Good info. The data on this page makes it sound like her caramel will be runny at 235. - MarilynFL - 2:32pm on 09/16/16

29016. Another sign of the times, the Cooking Light Message boards are closing down. I've found many [LINK] - Curious1 - 8:17pm on 09/15/16 (2)

That is very sad. I never posted on their boards, but I am sad for their community. Perhaps they - barb_b - 8:36pm on 09/15/16
There are messages on every page saying they have found a new home - KarenNoCA - 1:58pm on 09/16/16

29017. Magic Cakes- An improvement on the pudding cake. Have any of you made.one of these? [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 11:26pm on 09/15/16 (3)

Cyn, That looks so interesting....I found a video of a cake being made have a look....... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 1:43am on 09/16/16

Thanks, Gay, I have to try this! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:25pm on 09/16/16

You are very welcome Cyn....please let us know if you do try the recipe.......thanks...... [NT] - GayR - 7:29pm on 09/16/16

29018. High Protein Reeses Cup Wannabe's >> without all the guilt. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:25pm on 09/16/16 (0)

29019. I loved just about every one of these *gardening hacks* on Pinterest. And I kill everything, [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:59pm on 09/16/16 (1)

I have tried regrowing celery and scallions. I have done the garlic with success - KarenNoCA - 2:01pm on 09/16/16

29020. It's only September, but I'm in *cookie swap* mode: this idea is adorable [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:29pm on 09/16/16 (3)

SO glad you introduced me to this blog - I just signed up! Thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:40pm on 09/16/16

You're welcome. She sounds clever, huh. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:25pm on 09/16/16

What a cute idea! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:24pm on 09/16/16

29021. Geez Louise...I won't be making caramel apples for work, that's for sure. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:54pm on 09/16/16 (6)

So much for that Marilyn........ [NT] - GayR - 4:03pm on 09/16/16
Well the key sentence is "left unrefrigerated over the course of a couple of weeks" - cheezz - 4:42pm on 09/16/16

I just can't predict what the librarians and volunteers will do once I turn them over. - MarilynFL - 4:50pm on 09/16/16

Apples need to be refrigerated. I cannot imagine anyone leaving a caramel covered apple - KarenNoCA - 11:19pm on 09/16/16

Have seen many a caramel apple out--and I don't see anything that woudl spoil - Charley - 11:40pm on 09/16/16

The REAL key is that they put a LOT of the listeria ON the apples and then were surprised - Charley - 9:10am on 09/17/16

29022. ISO Marilyn, I posted a new "find" for the Snoopy cookie Christmas lights above. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:17pm on 09/16/16 (11)

Thanks Michael! I found 7mm in single colors at Walmart, but no multi-color packages. - MarilynFL - 4:53pm on 09/16/16

BTW, I'm in the process of acquiring an 8 inch and 4 inch Snoopy dog house cookie cutter. Going... - Michael in Phoenix - 6:19pm on 09/16/16

That is a BIG cookie. I printed out color versions to scale to check the non-pareils. - MarilynFL - 6:22pm on 09/16/16

The big one will be more of a center piece on the cookie table. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:35pm on 09/16/16

Yes, mine is the 8" - they are HUGE. I put them in gift bags and gave out or tie to a package. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:30pm on 09/16/16

I saw your post above. Do you have a JoAnn's where you live? They have the bigger... - Michael in Phoenix - 10:49pm on 09/16/16

Someplace I'm sure... I'll check. Thanks! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:53pm on 09/16/16

I actually just checked... There are millions of them in NoCal. If you are so inclined, check... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:23pm on 09/17/16

Inquiring minds would love to know...Snoopy dog theme? I envisioned a Disney theme. Whats the story? [NT] - barb_b - 4:01pm on 09/18/16

Yeah, I am a Disney geek, but some of my earliest memories with my family revolve... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:46pm on 09/19/16

I'm picturing a 4-sided vertical centerpiece, w/ a 1-bulb, droopy Christmas tree in the middle. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:14pm on 09/19/16

29023. Which Banana Bread recipe do you like? SO many to chose from - Music City Missy - 4:38pm on 09/16/16 (11)

Cook's Illustrated without a doubt...cooking down the banana juices intensifies flavor [NT] - cheezz - 4:43pm on 09/16/16
I love both CIs and nlbs for flavor, but neither gives me the deep crack in the top that I love most [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:15pm on 09/16/16

No shame - easy to do. I could easily polish off the 8" cookie in one sitting too! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:38pm on 09/16/16
It depends on if you like moist or cakey. I still like my mom's very moist bread best. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:45pm on 09/16/16

Here's my mom's recipe for Banana Bread. Dead simple and very moist. - MariaDNoCA - 8:01pm on 09/16/16

Thanks - I went searching for it and couldn't find it so I am glad you posted it. [NT] - Music City Missy - 9:18pm on 09/16/16

You are like me Marilyn! - Music City Missy - 7:55pm on 09/16/16

Forgot to mention I've missed seeing you here! [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:14pm on 09/18/16

This is extremely good--I've added dark chocolate, with great results. [NT] [LINK] - ErininNY - 12:50am on 09/17/16
REC: Didn't have time to read the other posts, but here is the easy, peasy, best! [LINK] - Marianne - 12:52am on 09/17/16
Banana Bread Recipes with 42 variations [NT] [LINK] - Olga_D_Ont - 2:47pm on 09/23/16

29024. A nice sourdough bread with cranberries and walnuts... [LINK] - SallyBR - 11:05am on 09/17/16 (2)

You know, I'm fairly convinced that if cranberries & walnuts were added to spackling, I'd eat it. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:30pm on 09/19/16

It is a nice combination, isn't it? (NT) [NT] - SallyBR - 11:15am on 09/20/16

29025. Help Please! Looking for Richard's Sundried Tomato Parmesan Bread Recipe - Sylvia - 11:06am on 09/17/16 (3)

Sylvia, Here it is....... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 11:49am on 09/17/16

Thank you very much Gay. The search was driving me crazy. [NT] - Sylvia - 12:11pm on 09/17/16

You are very welcome, Sylvia.. [NT] - GayR - 12:22pm on 09/17/16

29026. REC: Sweet Corn Polenta with Eggplant sauce [LINK] - MoNJ - 1:11pm on 09/17/16 (9)

That looks really delicious but honest, it ain't "polenta". That is my southern stewed corn - Charley - 2:49pm on 09/17/16

LOL, no argument there. We call this recipe "corn mush" in our house. Hope you like it! [NT] - MoNJ - 3:10pm on 09/17/16

Whatever it goes by (polenta/stew/etc.) - it does look yummy!! - deb-in-MI - 5:14pm on 09/17/16

For the corn, if you hold the ear upright and just slice down the top third of the kernel. - Charley - 5:50pm on 09/17/16

On another site I learned a great way to cook corn on the cob - KarenNoCA - 7:10pm on 09/17/16

This is one of our favorite summer corn dishes... - judy-mass - 4:53pm on 09/18/16

I got some baby eggplant yesterdy at FM and want to do this soon. [NT] - Charley - 5:54pm on 09/18/16

Mo, thank you for this. Made it last night, but fudged on Yotam's polenta version. - MarilynFL - 10:33am on 09/20/16

So glad you enjoyed it Marilyn! [NT] - MoNJ - 5:37pm on 09/23/16

29027. I hadn't heard that there was a vanilla shortage. Penzey's is drastically raising their price 9/21 - Michael in Sarasota - 2:05pm on 09/17/16 (3)

This explains a little about it. [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 2:07pm on 09/17/16

Thanks for the link, Karen! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 2:20pm on 09/17/16

Our local W/D was getting rid of their organic vanilla >> $10.99 down to $5.50 - MarilynFL - 8:13pm on 09/17/16

29028. Does anyone watch The Kitchen on Saturday mornings? Have you noticed - KarenNoCA - 11:25pm on 09/17/16 (8)

I heard a podcast where he attributed it to yoga, Pilates and spanx! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:54pm on 09/18/16
I enjoy that show & learn from it, unlike The Chew which is just something to listen to while doing - Curious1 - 6:21pm on 09/18/16

I stopped watching it because of how loud they are now. They used to be more natural. [NT] - orchid - 6:49pm on 09/18/16
Loud? I have not noticed that. I keep my sound turned down to about 16 - KarenNoCA - 11:54pm on 09/18/16

f I were to characterize "loud" on that show it would be their talking over one - Charley - 8:00am on 09/19/16
Karen, you can't possible think I don't know how to control the volume - orchid - 7:28pm on 09/19/16

Always watch it.... - SallyBR - 2:06pm on 09/19/16

Exactly my thoughts too Sally, and I,too, am smitten by Zakarian. He is a real - KarenNoCA - 6:55pm on 09/19/16

29029. More info on 8 inch Snoopy Doghouse Cookie lightbulbs. - MarilynFL - 2:31pm on 09/18/16 (5)

",,,but you probably wouldn't be able to see it." :-D Are these the Sixlets?>>> [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 3:10pm on 09/18/16

Here is the 8 inch mockup [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:38pm on 09/18/16

I think the tie dye mix pearls I posted above comes pretty close to the color mix the... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:42pm on 09/19/16

oh...you're right. That's it exactly. I haven't seen that version anywhere...well, where - MarilynFL - 3:09pm on 09/19/16

You might want to check JoAnn's. There are a lot of locations in FL. - Michael in Phoenix - 3:35pm on 09/19/16

29030. My labor of love this weekend.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 12:17am on 09/19/16 (8)

So beautiful! [NT] - elaine - 6:10am on 09/19/16
Wow - they are perfect!! Lovely! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:16am on 09/19/16
You are becoming a pro at this, Sally. Bravo! (ah, Brava?) [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:31am on 09/19/16
Still need to tweak here and there.... - SallyBR - 2:52pm on 09/19/16
Looks great Sally, how did they taste? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:38pm on 09/19/16

They were great! Gone by now... just stopped at the office.... - SallyBR - 3:39pm on 09/19/16

Gorgeous! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:47pm on 09/19/16
Stunning! - Richard in Cincy - 2:44pm on 09/20/16

29031. Chicken Tagine is 15 minutes? Does that sound right to you? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:23pm on 09/19/16 (6)

Yes, I think so--the recipe specifies boneless, skinless chicken thighs. . . - mistral - 5:46pm on 09/19/16

It's not just your area, I bought a skin-on boneless breast recently, ordered it from the counter - Curious1 - 6:16pm on 09/19/16

I agree. Huge here too at a similar market. I buy boneless chicken breast halfs and have to cut - Janet in NC - 1:10am on 09/20/16

First, the chickens are bred to grow BIG fast . . . - mistral - 6:22pm on 09/20/16

No, not the thigh in 10 minutes in my world. It will take longer unless it is diced up, IMO. [NT] - Charley - 6:53pm on 09/19/16

Actually, I did a second recipe last night using the same batch of thighs in 2 inch pieces - MarilynFL - 10:45am on 09/20/16

29032. Argentine Asado Dinner Party [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 1:27am on 09/20/16 (32)

The buffet [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 1:29am on 09/20/16
Buffet 2 [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 1:36am on 09/20/16

The fruit salad [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 1:42am on 09/20/16

Just to clarify, is the Salsa Provenzal the vinegrette? (Salad looks lovely.) [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:41pm on 09/20/16

Yes. You can use your favorite vinaigrette or dressing. We adore this salad. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 1:45pm on 09/20/16

Grilled Vegetables - Richard in Cincy - 1:51am on 09/20/16
Tomato, onion and basil salad - Richard in Cincy - 1:55am on 09/20/16
Cucumber Salad - Richard in Cincy - 1:58am on 09/20/16
Russian Salad - Richard in Cincy - 2:02am on 09/20/16
Grilled meats [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 2:05am on 09/20/16

Chimichurri - Richard in Cincy - 3:10am on 09/20/16
Salsa Criolla - Richard in Cincy - 3:13am on 09/20/16

Desserts: Copa Don Pedro and Alfajores [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 2:11am on 09/20/16

Mantequilla Marr�n Pacana Helado (Brown Butter Pecan Ice Cream) - Richard in Cincy - 3:06am on 09/20/16

Alfajores--Argentine dulce de leche sandwich cookies - Richard in Cincy - 2:21am on 09/20/16
Cocktails and Hors d'ouevres - Richard in Cincy - 2:26am on 09/20/16

Empanadas [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 2:27am on 09/20/16
Charcuter�a [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 2:50am on 09/20/16

That is a beautiful photo. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:49pm on 09/20/16

Dulce de Leche - Richard in Cincy - 2:27pm on 09/20/16

Fabulous, Richard. You did all THAT for only 10 people? Over the top as usual! Congratulations [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:16am on 09/20/16

Only! LOL - Richard in Cincy - 3:31am on 09/20/16

Damn. Even the guests are color-coordinated. Outstanding Richard!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:40am on 09/20/16
Wow. What an effort! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:51pm on 09/20/16

Much - Richard in Cincy - 2:09pm on 09/20/16

Wow, this looks wonderful! Thanks for sharing. I would love to see the recipe for the soft tacos - Curious1 - 6:07pm on 09/20/16

That is SallyBR's recipe for Cauliflower Tortillas [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 6:56pm on 09/20/16

Thanks Richard, They look yummy, and so do Sally's. [NT] - Curious1 - 9:14pm on 09/20/16

oh, thank you! Ooops, I see.. you are talking tortillas... fine! ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 1:28am on 09/21/16

I missed these--they look fantastic--I need to get back onto the low carb bandwagon!! :( [NT] - MoNJ - 5:47pm on 09/23/16

I was just wondering the other day how your dinner went--looks fantastic! [NT] - MoNJ - 5:45pm on 09/23/16

Funny, I was just wondering the other day, how I must have lost my invite! : ) What an amazing - barb_b - 12:56pm on 09/26/16

29033. Various Baking this summer - Richard in Cincy - 3:40am on 09/20/16 (15)

The glorious Maysville Kentucky Transparent Pie [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 4:01am on 09/20/16

So how does it differ from chess pie? [NT] - cheezz - 5:47am on 09/20/16

difference - Richard in Cincy - 1:32pm on 09/20/16

Argentinian Pizza [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 4:06am on 09/20/16

Ready for the oven... [NT] [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 4:14am on 09/20/16
Done! [NT] [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 4:16am on 09/20/16
Salsa Portuguesa - Richard in Cincy - 1:37pm on 09/20/16
Baked and ready for eating [NT] [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 2:20pm on 09/20/16

Tea Rings [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 4:19am on 09/20/16

Aim... [NT] [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 4:20am on 09/20/16
Roll and shape... [NT] [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 4:22am on 09/20/16
Ready for the oven... [NT] [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 4:26am on 09/20/16

okay, I'm exhausted now. I gonna go take a nap. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:43am on 09/20/16

Just out of the oven [NT] [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 2:13pm on 09/20/16

So impressed........ [NT] - barb_b - 12:45pm on 09/26/16

29034. Bought a box of terrible peaches. Ideas? - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:30pm on 09/20/16 (12)

This has been a bad year for peaches - Richard in Cincy - 2:53pm on 09/20/16

Our last TJ's box of peaches was wonderful. But this one is just terrible. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:05pm on 09/20/16

Freezer peach jam; the added sugar may mask the issue. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:29pm on 09/20/16

We are fortunate, of course, and the peaches have been just delicious. I think - Charley - 4:06pm on 09/20/16

We have a farm not far from us that grows all sorts of produce including peaches - KarenNoCA - 7:15pm on 09/20/16

I do love the Ohenrys--and red havens. We have had a good season after - Charley - 8:28pm on 09/20/16

Thank you. I do love peach jam... [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:22pm on 09/20/16

I've also purchased peaches that were mushy, mealy inside. Think it is at the end of season when it - Curious1 - 6:00pm on 09/20/16

Peaches put in cold before they are ripe will never ripen correctly and will - Charley - 8:25pm on 09/20/16

Cut up and macerate with a little sugar, then drain well in colander and boil juices down - cheezz - 8:49pm on 09/22/16

Peach Shrubs or Vinegars [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 2:51pm on 09/22/16

Mom made crisps/cobblers with second rate peaches - colleenmomof2 - 2:53pm on 09/22/16

29035. Pesto Chicken [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 2:38pm on 09/20/16 (7)

This looks delicious! Thanks. Will try. Love your Prawns with Roasted Vegetables [NT] - rhoward2va - 8:14pm on 09/20/16

Where is this Prawns with Roasted Vegetables recipe? I did a search - KarenNoCA - 8:10pm on 09/22/16

I looked yesterday and assumed it was this one. Perhaps someone will correct if it's not. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 11:14pm on 09/22/16

Thank you. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 2:51pm on 09/23/16

Here is his post. Similar to the one here. [LINK] - rhoward2va - 3:05pm on 09/23/16

And here's the one where he mentions zucchini, looks really good either way. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 8:07pm on 09/23/16

Wow! That looks great! [NT] - barb_b - 12:38pm on 09/26/16

29036. Cheese Steak [IMAGE] - Richard in Cincy - 5:03pm on 09/20/16 (5)

Dear God, man. What is your LDL cholesterol number? Mine went up just reading this. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:39pm on 09/20/16

Dat dere is some good food. . . - mistral - 6:29pm on 09/20/16
...which is not to say that I wouldn't kill off a minor character in a badly written book to have it [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:07am on 09/22/16

My, oh my. I am salivating over your REC & pics==and it's not even 7:15 am here yet! [NT] - wigs - 11:13am on 09/23/16
Oh MY! [NT] - barb_b - 12:35pm on 09/26/16

29037. Couldn't log on here for one and a half days. Thought we were kaput. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:37pm on 09/21/16 (2)

in this case it was the network - pmassell_93 - 9:23pm on 09/21/16

Paul, you are a prince. Thank you for keeping us together. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:51pm on 09/21/16

29038. REC: Chef John's Irish Pork Stew. Thought this was delicious. I made it with... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:43pm on 09/21/16 (5)

I like his recipes. Had to laugh at the baby cabbage, I used to have a fridge magnet that showed a - Curious1 - 7:36pm on 09/21/16
That look really good and the brussels sprouts are a great idea for such. [NT] - Charley - 8:31pm on 09/21/16
Not fond of caraway seeds - Pam - 1:42pm on 09/22/16

No, I'd leave them out anyway personally. [NT] - Charley - 2:16pm on 09/22/16
Fade. Background flavor, and no seeds visible in the finished product. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:49pm on 09/22/16

29039. yum...just tasted Crofter's organic *Morello Cherry spread*. Found it at Lucky's, new [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:08pm on 09/22/16 (1)

If you can part with a small amount, make a shrub syrup - colleenmomof2 - 3:10pm on 09/22/16

29040. NFRC - I've been out of the loop, working on my first big event in years. I've never worked [LINK] - Traca - 6:26am on 09/23/16 (7)

Holy smokes. I thought I'd see your name associated w/ making lunch &/or snacks for this con- - wigs - 11:07am on 09/23/16

Thanks Wigs. I ran out of gas before I could find a food sponsor, so I did that too. :) - Traca - 5:02am on 09/27/16

Congrats to you!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:39pm on 09/23/16
Wow! Congrats! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:48pm on 09/23/16
Your *depth* has become truly inspirational, Traca. Well done. I hope it was a success. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:49pm on 09/23/16

Thanks Marilyn for saying that. I've worked on a couple different things this summer - Traca - 4:57am on 09/27/16

"Tickle your brain"... Love it! [NT] - barb_b - 12:40pm on 09/27/16

29041. Slow cooked tri-tip roast [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 5:41pm on 09/23/16 (9)

Thanks for this Karen, I've never used tri-tip as I was afraid it would be as you said, chewy. This - Curious1 - 8:11pm on 09/23/16
agree....(more inside) - SallyBR - 10:29pm on 09/23/16

They can be grilled just fine, but then need to be rare AND cut on the bias. - Charley - 12:33am on 09/24/16

That's how I do it, but I still prefer flank steak or skirt steak for that... - SallyBR - 12:00pm on 09/24/16

We don't really get "tri-tip" here labelled that way and I agree that especially - Charley - 8:46pm on 09/24/16

My husband along with his dad owned a meat cutting plant in Eureka CA on the coast - KarenNoCA - 10:57pm on 09/23/16

YOu have to find the muscle parts and carve against the grain for it to be - Charley - 12:35am on 09/24/16

Does it come out like a pot roast? - Pam - 7:57pm on 09/24/16

Yes--as it says, you can pull/shred it--it would be like BBQ pork/beef--cooked - Charley - 9:45am on 09/25/16

29042. Ideas for Italian Buffet for 16 - Richard in Cincy - 9:39pm on 09/23/16 (19)

Richard this is my go to .... it can be doubled, etc Nancy Verde Barr's Baked Rigatoni w/sausage and [LINK] - GayR - 10:27pm on 09/23/16

Traca seems to have made this pork sugo recipe several times. I have wanted to make it since I [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:25pm on 09/24/16

One of my favorite recipes. Truly. I bump up the fresh herbs. Disclosure: I worked with that chef. [NT] - Traca - 3:31am on 09/27/16

This is probably not Italian but it sure is a crowd pleaser and makes a beautiful [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 11:07pm on 09/23/16

This is delicious! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 8:40pm on 09/25/16

You answered your own question, Richard. Either would be great- I like the big honking meatball idea - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:20pm on 09/24/16

I just grabbed these big honking meatballs from FN. They are over the top for sure. [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 9:15pm on 09/24/16

Thanks all, excellent suggestions! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 6:00pm on 09/24/16
This might be fun to peruse... Joe's menu for italian dinner. I have made the lasagne [LINK] - barb_b - 8:06pm on 09/24/16

That is a great technique for the sausages. Mine always look - Dawn_MO - 8:46pm on 09/25/16
I've made that lasagna too. I can't stomach the $ for wild mushrooms. Sub cremini. [NT] - Traca - 5:31am on 09/27/16

This is really good. REC: Silver Palate's Pasta Raphael - Dawn_MO - 8:51pm on 09/25/16
Joe & I have made this Wild Mushroom Lasagna w/ Goat Cheese. It's fantastic. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 3:34am on 09/27/16

Do you have Marcella Hazan's Essentials cookbook? Her polenta lasagna is terrific too. Good - Traca - 3:36am on 09/27/16

Spicy Sausage and Kale Soup is awesome too - Traca - 3:40am on 09/27/16

This Cassata Cake (Italian Christmas Cake) will blow your mind. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 3:42am on 09/27/16

I love Carmine's meatballs and eggplant parmesan done in a loaf pan. Have fun! [LINK] - MoNJ - 8:36pm on 09/29/16
for the cocktail portion, how about a bagna cauda? It looks after itself. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:06am on 09/30/16

Kale, Butternut Squash, and Pancetta Pie Gourmet | October 2004 - Marg CDN2 - 4:11am on 09/30/16

29043. Dilemma: how to roast Brussels sprouts ahead and reheat? - cheezz - 10:29pm on 09/23/16 (24)

I wouldn't. I'd minimally par-cook ahead and then roast high before serving. - MarilynFL - 11:43pm on 09/23/16

That's the problem - no oven space. We'll be baking 300 mini meat loaves :( [NT] - cheezz - 11:46pm on 09/23/16

ah, well that changes things. I thought you just wanted to prep ahead.. Would it be possible - MarilynFL - 11:52pm on 09/23/16

The meat loaves will hold better than the sprouts!! [NT] - Charley - 12:31am on 09/24/16

I think it is that you need a different veggie then. They will not be good if - Charley - 12:29am on 09/24/16

We originally wanted to do green beans, but they get that grayish-green look too [NT] - cheezz - 2:18am on 09/24/16

I suggest you get frozen haricot verts, bring to a boil and serve--maybe butter and almonds. [NT] - Charley - 6:55am on 09/24/16

Maybe big pans of Briami?It's fine at room temp and you'll get your potatoes & veggies as all in one - MoNJ - 11:10am on 09/24/16

This is a great idea.. You can always stick them in the oven or - KarenNoCA - 1:41pm on 09/24/16

I was inspired by this to make a half sheet pan of all veggies, no potatoes, - KarenNoCA - 4:34pm on 09/24/16

BB (before Briami), I made ratatouille - colleenmomof2 - 11:25am on 09/25/16

I usually serve corn with meatloaf and mashed potatoes. Easy and you can do on stovetop. [NT] - LisainLA - 2:16pm on 09/24/16

I also do corn w/ meatloaf. [NT] - barb_b - 12:29pm on 09/26/16

Corn+potatoes=2 starches and no green veg. This crowd clamors for green veggies [NT] - cheezz - 9:08pm on 09/26/16

Jane, the Briami idea is a good one- can use any number of veggies in it, can omit potatoes - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:29pm on 09/24/16

And how about a sprinkle of corn on the top of your roasted veggies? - colleenmomof2 - 11:30am on 09/25/16
Briami is too "complicated". We want to do a simple roasted veg with the meatloaf and mashed potatoe - cheezz - 3:17am on 09/26/16

ok- how about zucchini chunks roasted with a bit of onion? - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:24pm on 09/26/16

Would that roast, then hold a day or two, then reheat well? [NT] - cheezz - 8:59pm on 09/26/16

That sounds good but an "all American" side has been requested. We really wanted green beans - cheezz - 9:03pm on 09/26/16

All-American green vegetable from my childhood was canned peas. - MarilynFL - 12:36pm on 09/28/16

No, I don't think it would hold at all. Serve the green beans--they hold their color - Charley - 9:35pm on 09/26/16

you are wrong. Have used zucchini that way on catering jobs several times. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:02pm on 09/27/16

Does it HAVE to be hot? America's Test Kitchen *Shaved Brussel Sprouts Salad* [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:48pm on 09/26/16