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30264. ALERT: Changes Ahead -> Finerkitchens - pmassell_93 - 5:31pm on 04/27/18 (4)

Got it and again, thanks for all of your work on our behalf! [NT] - judy-mass - 6:04pm on 04/27/18
Thank You! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:51pm on 04/27/18

29249. Lemons and Limes are literally falling off the trees and I cannot keep up... - Richard in Cincy - 12:29am on 12/05/16 (12)

I zest them and freeze the zest, then freeze juice flat in freezer bags - Melissa Dallas - 1:05am on 12/05/16
Me too. I freeze juice in ice cube trays then dump into a zip lock. - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:08am on 12/05/16
Thank you both! - Richard in Cincy - 1:40am on 12/05/16
I will be zesting and freezing as well, just picked about 50 lemons from a friend's tree. [NT] - LisainLA - 3:40am on 12/05/16
Yep, zest and freeze zest in ziploc, juice in ice cube trays. One cube = approx. 1 oz. - MariaDNoCA - 8:11am on 12/05/16

Also, a friend keeps holiday lights on her fruit trees to keep them from freezing. - MariaDNoCA - 8:12am on 12/05/16

Getting down to 32� tonight. We use two outdoor construction lights for our huge lemon tree. - KarenNoCA - 11:59pm on 12/05/16

If eggs are cheap, make lemon curd in a Vitamix (or stovetop). Uses lots of juice & zest. - MarilynFL - 11:37am on 12/05/16
Make limoncello with the zest and freeze the juice. [NT] - Charley - 11:40am on 12/05/16
Ditto what Melissa and Cathy said. Last year we had over 1200 lemons - KarenNoCA - 4:21pm on 12/05/16

I have a recipe for roasted lemon vinaigrette. So good! The roasting curbs a bit of the bite. [NT] - Traca - 2:26am on 12/06/16

You could use this RE: Spicey Lemonade - mistral - 5:22pm on 12/05/16

29250. Does anyone here visit Cafe Sucre? I went there today to check on something - KarenNoCA - 8:32pm on 12/05/16 (4)

I just looked at it now and everything seems to be working fine. I love that site, - LisainLA - 5:00am on 12/06/16

Worked for me too. [NT] - Traca - 7:45am on 12/06/16

I rss her blog. Seems fine now. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:25am on 12/06/16
Crazy thing...I just went back and looked and for some reason.... - KarenNoCA - 2:52pm on 12/06/16

29251. Had dinner at the home of a friend last night. Breaded pork chops and they were really good. - CynUpstateNY - 9:00pm on 12/05/16 (3)

What a clever idea...here's a 4 oz bag from Organic Merchants, but the product [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:33pm on 12/06/16
Thanks, Mar, but with shipping it's almost the same price as a pound bag elsewhere. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:36pm on 12/07/16

[mumble...mumble...the rat ba$tards] [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:14pm on 12/08/16

29252. Diabetic diet - any suggestions? - Anna_X - 10:42pm on 12/05/16 (18)

I think the South beach diet hits the notes pretty well--low carb. [NT] - Charley - 10:56pm on 12/05/16
There is so much info out there both online and recipes. Have you checked Amazon - KarenNoCA - 11:47pm on 12/05/16
A friend found some online diabetic forums helpful for managing her [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 12:13am on 12/06/16

And here's another forum she visits. I will ask her about books. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 12:15am on 12/06/16
I think there is a difference in the diet for Type L and Type II also. [NT] - Charley - 1:54pm on 12/06/16

Thank you! These suggestions look very helpful! [NT] - Anna_X - 6:47am on 12/06/16
Check out Suzanne somers somercize books the food is great - MariaDNoCA - 8:34am on 12/06/16
So sorry to hear about your DH. My DH is diabetic--this dietician is wonderful [LINK] - MoNJ - 1:27pm on 12/06/16

Diabetes help - Marsha tbay - 4:30pm on 12/07/16

You have very concrete suggestions. I am not yet familiar... - Anna_X - 12:50am on 12/08/16

Here's the recipe and more info for your, Anna. - Marsha tbay - 9:35pm on 12/08/16

Amazon has sugar free chocolate chips, called PASCHA [NT] - Marsha tbay - 4:26pm on 12/08/16
Here is a good link for ketogenic foods - Marsha tbay - 3:45pm on 12/13/16

Link 3 pages of diabetic recipes [NT] [LINK] - Olga_D_Ont - 5:46pm on 12/07/16
What a treasure trove of suggestions! You are wonderful! - Anna_X - 12:44am on 12/08/16
I have started to share Ketogenic desserts in the Forum of Special Diets...Diabetes [NT] - Marsha tbay - 4:30pm on 12/13/16

Thanks Marsha, appreciate learning more, and always love your rec. - barb_b - 4:45pm on 12/13/16

Barbara, you are so very kind!!! Thank you!!! Give yourself a hug for me!!! :) [NT] - Marsha tbay - 5:09pm on 12/13/16

29253. My Paris Kitchen was a hit! - Traca - 2:22am on 12/06/16 (19)

Yummm! Tell us more! What were your personal favorites? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:05am on 12/06/16

Tough call. But I'm still thinking about... - Traca - 6:41am on 12/06/16

The quiche really spoke to me for wonderful combo. Sardine rillettes are very - Charley - 11:26am on 12/06/16

She used canned. The rillettes was such an awesome dish. Pantry items, done in seconds. Delish. [NT] - Traca - 4:22pm on 12/06/16

So they are basically sardines and butter! what could be wrong with that! [NT] - Charley - 5:37pm on 12/06/16

The sausage is calling me, and the quiche. By the way, you may be [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 6:20pm on 12/06/16

Wonderful! Thank you. The sausage was delicious! And definitely different, and a - Traca - 8:14pm on 12/06/16

I *always* do a test patty to check for seasoning. A neighbor who makes sausage occasionally does - Pat-NoCal - 1:21am on 12/07/16

Absolutely. Can't say how many boring meatloaves I've made until I learned to test cook first. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:07pm on 12/08/16

Pat...honey...psychiatrists have a name for that. And medication. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:15pm on 12/06/16

You mean when recipes call you, and you hear the call? Lol [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:32pm on 12/06/16

Not just recipes but actual food calls to me. I hear it, and I'm not interested in a cure. [NT] - Joe - 1:36am on 12/07/16

You mean not everyone hears food talking to them?!?!?! [NT] - LisainLA - 1:41am on 12/07/16
No cure needed here either. ;-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:27am on 12/08/16

Apricot kernel ice cream.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 1:21pm on 12/06/16

There must be new thinking about apricot pits and I have missed it. - KarenNoCA - 2:45pm on 12/06/16

I talk about it in the end of my post... NT [NT] - SallyBR - 2:52pm on 12/06/16
I always thought the same thing, Karen. Sally's post will be interesting reading. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:46pm on 12/06/16
My friend who made it, got hers dried in a bag in Chinatown. They look like skinned almonds. - Traca - 4:25pm on 12/06/16

29254. Has anyone made Southern Living's *Bacon & Cheddar Grits Quiche*? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:24pm on 12/06/16 (6)

Well, it does serve 10. You could use whole milk in place of thee cream. - Charley - 1:51pm on 12/06/16

aw, bless. You're talking to someone who once ate an entire 10 in cheesecake. Portions mean nothing. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:48pm on 12/06/16

It's...... - orchid - 4:41pm on 12/06/16

Thanks. I needed that. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:14pm on 12/06/16

On the other hand, NOW would B the perfect time 2 make & eat that quiche, ie, B4 yr lipid blood pan- - wigs - 9:02pm on 12/06/16

True that. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:57pm on 12/07/16

29255. ISO Maria: Just wanted to thank you for suggesting Americolor. My Christmas Checkerboards are - CynUpstateNY - 3:53pm on 12/06/16 (2)

Oh so glad they turned out great! You're welcome. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:12pm on 12/06/16

I just love when help helps. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:13pm on 12/06/16

29256. Today only: up to 80% off kindle cookbooks [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:56pm on 12/06/16 (1)

Thanks Maria. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:12am on 12/07/16

29257. Has anyone made Black Garlic. I am not about - KarenNoCA - 12:21am on 12/07/16 (2)

Never heard of it; but love learning about new ideas. This may work in the pressure cooker... [NT] - barb_b - 10:10pm on 12/07/16
You can buy it. [NT] - Charley - 12:37pm on 12/08/16

29258. I tried a new dish at Thanksgiving and everyone liked it (or at least said they did). - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:47am on 12/07/16 (22)

Sounds delicious. Do you not cook it? [NT] - Joe - 4:06am on 12/07/16

Nope, just grind it all up in the food processor and chill overnight. Easy peasy. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:07am on 12/07/16

Wow! [NT] - Joe - 4:10am on 12/07/16

Richard in Cincy has an uncooked cranberry relish too...of course he uses booze LOL [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:58am on 12/07/16

My favorite - I am hiding the last bits of it in the back of the fridge. [NT] - LisainLA - 1:15am on 12/08/16
Be sure to try some of the strained syrup in a martini... - Richard in Cincy - 4:30am on 12/08/16

Good ideas! All this time I've just been using a straw! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 12:18pm on 12/08/16

lol [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:10pm on 12/08/16
What ever works! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 9:58pm on 12/08/16

That is a good one. I put a pear in my cooked cranberry relish this year which - Charley - 12:50pm on 12/07/16
I used to make this as a child. Grinding it in that old lead grinder that we used to make all - Janet in NC - 4:03pm on 12/07/16

I'd have to say it was cast iron, not lead!! You were safe. LOL [NT] - Charley - 9:24pm on 12/07/16

I have one of tinned iron and it looks like lead! :-) (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:54pm on 12/08/16

Amanda, We have always had this at the Thanksgiving Table for as long as I can remember - GayR - 4:17pm on 12/07/16

I've made this since I started cooking. I think I got the recipe off - orchid - 4:31pm on 12/07/16
oh, I don't know...is it really cranberry sauce if it doesn't have can indentations? [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:59pm on 12/07/16

Hunting the wild cranberry sauce: when skinned it will have the indentations typical . . . - mistral - 6:35pm on 12/07/16

ha! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:02pm on 12/08/16

Our go-to cranberry sauce - Pam - 7:16pm on 12/07/16

I made this la times sauce this year and it was amazing [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 11:38pm on 12/07/16

Out thanksgiving would not be complete with 2 of the canned sauces. One w/ berries, one w/o. - barb_b - 5:38pm on 12/09/16
Cranberries 99 cents at our Aldi's this week - colleenmomof2 - 5:16pm on 12/15/16

29259. Diabetes help...I just posted a note on 254254. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 4:37pm on 12/07/16 (4)

Here is Marsha tbay's Post [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 5:43pm on 12/07/16

Thank you, Gay, so much!!! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 6:18pm on 12/07/16

Marsha, my pleasure! [NT] - GayR - 8:02pm on 12/07/16

Thank you, Marsha and Gay [NT] - Anna_X - 12:46am on 12/08/16

29260. Web site to put in ingredients you have on hand... - Richard in Cincy - 9:57pm on 12/08/16 (9)

Try this: [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 11:59pm on 12/08/16
Or this: [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 12:00am on 12/09/16
Or just for fun, give us the ingredients, we can come up with a rec / suggestion? : ) [NT] - barb_b - 5:31pm on 12/09/16
Didn't the old Epi have that? You entered peppers, meat, etc and it would suggest rec? [NT] - barb_b - 5:32pm on 12/09/16

actually, I think you used to click off the ingredients, vs enter. [NT] - barb_b - 5:33pm on 12/09/16

Gay is good at this stuff...... [NT] - barb_b - 5:33pm on 12/09/16

Here is the one I was trying to remember, and I used to use quite a bit [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 6:44pm on 12/10/16
Thanks! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:01am on 12/13/16
2 more suggestions, plus 1 for holiday baking - colleenmomof2 - 5:10pm on 12/15/16

29261. A different take on Creme Brullee [LINK] - SallyBR - 4:21pm on 12/09/16 (7)

You can apparently make the pistachio paste. [NT] - Charley - 9:24pm on 12/09/16

I am sure it's doable.... could be fun to try, but I am a bit lazy sometimes ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 9:32pm on 12/09/16

Two different ways--just whiz up in a coffee mill or cook with some sugar, etc. The price to buy - Charley - 11:43am on 12/10/16

yeah indeed.... - SallyBR - 12:35pm on 12/10/16

I am sure freezing is necessary to keep from getting rancid. I freeze my pistachios-- - Charley - 2:36pm on 12/10/16

Me too, all nuts go into my freezer as soon as I get them home, unless I am using right away. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:25pm on 12/10/16

Thanks Sally - researched and am excited to try the slow cooker - colleenmomof2 - 4:56pm on 12/15/16

29262. A wonderful cake cookbook: American Cake: - deb-in-MI - 8:31pm on 12/09/16 (3)

That sounds great. I'd love to have that book. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:35pm on 12/09/16
Here is her lovely website .... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 1:12am on 12/10/16
I've been resisting this cookbook.... yes I have... for how long? no one knows.... [NT] - SallyBR - 2:04am on 12/11/16

29263. This is probably a no-brainer for everyone, but I made chocolate buttercream - ErininNY - 2:16am on 12/11/16 (9)

YOU ARE INVINCIBLE! [NT] - Joe - 3:00am on 12/11/16
A cape awaits you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:07pm on 12/11/16
Awesome! Don't you love the feeling? ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 6:45pm on 12/11/16
Aw, thanks! :) [NT] - ErininNY - 12:00am on 12/12/16
Way to go Mom! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:57am on 12/13/16
Superstar!! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 12:24pm on 12/13/16
Nicely done! Is this M's b-day? [NT] - barb_b - 8:51pm on 12/14/16

Just the party. ;) [NT] - ErininNY - 1:43am on 12/15/16

Thanks for the ear to ear grin! - colleenmomof2 - 4:46pm on 12/15/16

29264. Hey Cyn, I stopped at our local beachside health-food store looking for powdered apple for you... - MarilynFL - 3:13pm on 12/11/16 (2)

You can powder freeze-dried in the food processor or blender. Put through a sieve if you want. - Melissa Dallas - 3:40pm on 12/11/16
Probably one of those crazy vegans ;-) ! Thanks for thinking of me ! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:58pm on 12/12/16

29265. Where do you buy macadamia nuts? The grocery stores around here don't carry them anymore. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:35am on 12/12/16 (14)

I bought them recently in the baking isle in the packages similar to the other nuts. [NT] - emtd - 4:47am on 12/12/16

I see them in cans in the snack food isle, by the Planter's peanuts. [NT] - Traca - 5:50am on 12/12/16

If you can't get them in a super I would try a health food store - they would probably carry them. [NT] - elaine - 6:24am on 12/12/16
What stores do you have-Safeway has them. ;o) [NT] - Charley - 2:00pm on 12/12/16

Not my Safeway :( [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:08am on 12/13/16

I found dozens of mac nut choices on Amazon. Buy them via the internet. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:21pm on 12/12/16
Trader Joe's has them. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:32pm on 12/12/16

Thanks! I'll check there. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:10am on 12/13/16

And Sprouts [NT] - cheezz - 4:34am on 12/13/16

Oooh they are in the same center as tj's so I can check both! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:49am on 12/13/16

I bought a lb. at Aldi's last week for $8. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:55am on 12/13/16

8!!! Be still my heart! I keep hearing about that store, but we don't have them here. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:09am on 12/13/16
Wow! Heading out to Aldi's for some today - colleenmomof2 - 5:18pm on 12/15/16
Jealous! Paid $8 for a 10 oz bag at Trader Joes today. *sniff sniff*. But they're yummy! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:41am on 12/17/16

29266. REC: Looks Good - Picnic Chicken (also known as Cafe Chicken) [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 10:09pm on 12/12/16 (1)

I love her blog. She's got a new book out too. [NT] - Traca - 10:17pm on 12/12/16

29267. I want to make lebkuchen, but I don't know which version... - MariaDNoCA - 6:47am on 12/13/16 (12)

I think this is screaming out for Richard or Angie or Melissa help, but here's CI's [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:04pm on 12/13/16
I would say if it has Richard's (or better yet, Richard's Grandmother's) name you're safe. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 12:19pm on 12/13/16
Maria, Definitely calling "Richard," here is a link with his recipes: [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:36pm on 12/13/16

Here is another of Richard's tested recipes: [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:40pm on 12/13/16

Have a look at this one from Richard [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:43pm on 12/13/16

Yes, this definitely is now the house T&T recipe for N�rnberg Eli�enlebkuchen... - Richard in Cincy - 3:26pm on 12/13/16

Do you have sources for some of these ingredients? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:25pm on 12/13/16

I buy them all locally. A specialty cake shop or Central European - Richard in Cincy - 3:17pm on 12/14/16

Baker's Ammonia is available online from King Arthur Flour. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:13pm on 12/14/16

For something hard to find and needing only a teaspoon or so, you might go to a local baker - Charley - 11:32am on 12/15/16

Recipe: Lebkuchen Cutouts [NT] [LINK] - Olga_D_Ont - 4:41pm on 12/23/16

Recipe: Lebkuchen with German Baking Wafers Oblaten [NT] [LINK] - Olga_D_Ont - 3:16pm on 12/25/16

29268. What would you do with this... (Saw at consignment shop). Masterclass brand pot 6 1/2 in wide, 9 - barb_b - 2:33pm on 12/13/16 (6)

I think it is an asparagus steamer. - Charley - 2:42pm on 12/13/16

That is it! Just found one on amazon. I thought they were narrower. Thank you. [NT] - barb_b - 3:19pm on 12/13/16

Glad I passed... We are not huge asparagus eaters.I feel satisfied to know what it is designed 4 [NT] - barb_b - 4:48pm on 12/13/16

I had one for years that SAT in the closet--roasted or sauteed in a pan is so - Charley - 6:08pm on 12/13/16

Barb, Here is something similar to what you describe (actually a little bigger) at QVC [LINK] - GayR - 5:36pm on 12/13/16

Gay, thanks so much. They lost me at "34 hot dogs!". I did go back to the store, but it was sold. [NT] - barb_b - 2:38am on 12/14/16

29269. Cuisinart Blade Recall [LINK] - GeorgiaRose - 3:35pm on 12/13/16 (12)

Thank you for the information....mine is involved! Of course the website is overloaded - KarenNoCA - 6:27pm on 12/13/16

Mine too, Karen. Think I'll wait a few days and try again. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:33pm on 12/13/16

Came to post about the recall. It took literally 2 minutes to process online. [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 8:14pm on 12/13/16

It took me a few tries to get through but once I did it was quick and easy. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:20pm on 12/14/16

Still have not been able to get on, keeps telling me site is unavailable, line always busy [NT] - KarenNoCA - 8:01pm on 12/14/16

Karen try this link. Hope it helps. [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 8:47pm on 12/14/16

I finally got on late yesterday afternoon...done! My blade is still in good shape. Not taking any - KarenNoCA - 5:24pm on 12/15/16

I was finally able to get on late last night. It still was slow loading. [NT] - GeorgiaRose - 9:51pm on 12/14/16

I tried to call but no luck there. No problem with the web site. [NT] - rhoward2va - 12:08am on 12/15/16
Thanks so much for the alert! - colleenmomof2 - 4:40pm on 12/15/16

Anyone else have a cracked blade? - colleenmomof2 - 4:41pm on 12/15/16

Thanks! I put my info through online (had to plug in model # to find) then it was easy. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:45pm on 12/15/16

29270. In the kitchen on this cold snowy day... - Richard in Cincy - 6:16pm on 12/13/16 (10)

Feel better Richard....you made me hungry...... [NT] - GayR - 7:07pm on 12/13/16
Good job making the soup! I've been sick all week too and all I've managed to make is tea. - MariaDNoCA - 7:09pm on 12/13/16
Did you bring the dogs in? ((Hope you feel better soon!)) You are working to hard [NT] - barb_b - 2:30am on 12/14/16

Just try leaving them outside! LOL The complaints are loud and many... - Richard in Cincy - 3:19pm on 12/14/16

Am sending healing thought your way! - wigs - 4:48pm on 12/14/16
Feel Better! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:54pm on 12/14/16

Yes! I live vicariously through your cookie-fests, so get well! [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:46pm on 12/15/16

We soooo love chicken soup! - colleenmomof2 - 4:35pm on 12/15/16

Richard, I hope you're feeling better! - colleenmomof2 - 4:38pm on 12/15/16
Ha! I know that all too well. I'm constantly grabbing bones... - Richard in Cincy - 11:33pm on 12/17/16

29271. I was just diagnosed with bleeding ulcers. Any help out there? - Dawn_MO - 6:16pm on 12/13/16 (10)

That's terrible. What caused them--that's the question. It could be a bacteria - Charley - 6:41pm on 12/13/16

Yes, please make sure your doctor checks for Helicobacter Pylori (H. Pylori). . . - mistral - 9:40pm on 12/13/16

I had one two years ago. Did they give you a food list of do's and dont's? Took - CynUpstateNY - 7:11pm on 12/13/16

My 34-year-old niece was on the verge of an ulcer, but she had a good doctor who - wigs - 4:45pm on 12/14/16

She needs to be checked for liver damage if she has that much use of IB. [NT] - Charley - 12:57am on 12/15/16

No answers but hope you get relief soon! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:55pm on 12/14/16
I was diagnosed with a-fib. The cardiologist prescribled - Dawn_MO - 7:31pm on 12/14/16

That;s too bad--and is a bad side effect. you may have to do warfarin. Dh has - Charley - 9:35pm on 12/14/16
Poor you...one problem caused the other! Take care, Dawn. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:42pm on 12/15/16

Feel better Dawn! [NT] - LisainLA - 8:57pm on 12/20/16

29272. 2016 is Passing & 2017 Approaches - KiwiChris_Melb_Oz - 7:49am on 12/14/16 (7)

My best to you and yours as well, Christopher. Thanks for the kind wishes. Hope 2017 is peaceful. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:47pm on 12/14/16
A kind note! Thank you! --and Merry Christmas and Happy New year to you and yours also. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 4:50pm on 12/14/16
Right back at you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:56pm on 12/14/16
Best wishes for the new year, Chris. Be well. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:40pm on 12/15/16
Nice wording.... "Bright light thru the year". Makes me smile [NT] - barb_b - 12:45pm on 12/16/16
All the best to you and yours, Christopher. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 3:22am on 12/18/16
Thank you for saying what I think of this site. May 2017 be brighter for us all! [NT] - Anna_X - 2:55am on 12/19/16

29273. Kind of food related. What are your favorite sites to purchase on-line? My go-to has been amazon - barb_b - 2:26pm on 12/14/16 (11)

Amazon, Norm Thompson for womens sweaters, Lands End for - KarenNoCA - 3:20pm on 12/14/16

Karen, I have gotten Thymes products from distinctive-decor.com at a - Janet in NC - 4:12pm on 12/14/16

Shipping is usually free if you order a certain amount, plus they offer free shipping at this time - KarenNoCA - 4:38pm on 12/14/16

Their third party sellers can still be the biggies like Eddie Bauer, etc. Probably not - Charley - 3:44pm on 12/14/16
For food, iGourmet and D'artagnan depending on what you want, but I actually - Charley - 3:46pm on 12/14/16
no matter what site if you are shopping online ebates is great [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 7:46pm on 12/14/16
I'm one of those "3rd party sellers"... - judy-mass - 10:47pm on 12/14/16

I will take a look for you!! Good to know. LOVE Prime!! I also have signed up - Charley - 12:56am on 12/15/16
Judy, I meant no disrespect to 3rd party; I have seen your beautiful pieces. I just had 2 recent - barb_b - 12:42pm on 12/16/16
I can vouch for Judy's beautiful works of art! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 7:08pm on 12/16/16

I love Amazon prime; I'm petite so I love JJill.. My petite pants always fit, never have to hem! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 5:50pm on 12/15/16

29274. REC: Spaghettini with Warm Bacon-Mushroom Vinaigrette - Made last night! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 3:54pm on 12/14/16 (2)

Deb- this sounds wonderful - colleenmomof2 - 4:25pm on 12/15/16

Not really a dressing; simply add some balsamic at the end; it get's syrupy:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:44pm on 12/15/16

29275. well, that wasn't what I was expecting.... [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 1:29pm on 12/15/16 (16)

Here's the original link for the cupcake design [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:42pm on 12/15/16
Yours are plenty cute, Marilyn. I bet nobody ELF did that for the luncheon [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:45pm on 12/15/16

Ha! [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:39pm on 12/15/16

We had a sign-up list for what we were bringing and *Buddy* wrote down: [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 7:10pm on 12/15/16

I think yours are cuter! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:26pm on 12/15/16

I agree! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:45pm on 12/15/16

so bad it's good! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:36pm on 12/15/16
Cathy, that was funny! Mar, they are bound to get everyone to smile! [NT] - barb_b - 9:39pm on 12/15/16

Never considered mixing brownie with chocolate cake mix! - colleenmomof2 - 4:20pm on 12/15/16
That IS interesting. My neighbor is a former Betty Crocker test kitchen - Charley - 4:34pm on 12/15/16
Well, those mixes are made to be mess-up free. . . (more) - mistral - 8:32pm on 12/15/16
The cupcakes came out great! Did you saw off the cake domes, - Joe - 1:00am on 12/16/16

I left the domes on the cupcakes and scooped out some icing from inside the ice cream scoop. - MarilynFL - 5:48pm on 12/17/16

Speaking of cake mixes, Aldi's are very good - Melissa Dallas - 2:50am on 12/16/16
WOW, they look great! I am always in awe of your baking talents. I hope your co-workers - MoNJ - 2:56pm on 12/16/16
They are simply adorable!!!!!! and what clever idea mixing the two products! [NT] - SallyBR - 1:17am on 12/17/16

29276. I have a Norpro Terra Cotta Bread Warmer. Is it microwave safe? - oli - 7:24pm on 12/15/16 (6)

I'd make a call to Norpro - KarenNoCA - 8:19pm on 12/15/16
You could do this: pour if full of hot water, let set& warm, dump water and use for bread.(nt)e [NT] - mistral - 8:40pm on 12/15/16
Cook's Illustrated mention - daricem - 1:16am on 12/16/16
Paula Wolfert has a book on clay pot cooking that should help. Check out her tips there. I - Traca - 10:48am on 12/16/16
I would not do it. I think it will crack. Terra Cotta is best used after being soaked in warm - barb_b - 12:35pm on 12/16/16

Yes, I agree. Lost a wonderful pottery dish that way by not understanding that - Charley - 12:53pm on 12/16/16

29277. Candy Cane Sled Table Favors [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 7:47pm on 12/15/16 (2)

Santa driving the sleigh is absolutely the perfect touch. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:13pm on 12/15/16
Some of the ideas are just so clever! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:56am on 12/16/16

29278. Eat.at and Paul deserve a cup of coffee... - judy-mass - 12:50am on 12/16/16 (3)

Hear Hear totally agree (nt) [NT] - KiwiChris_Melb_Oz - 9:51am on 12/16/16
awesome! THANK YOU speaking of coffeeeeee... - pmassell_93 - 5:58pm on 12/16/16
Just sent some good will his way yesterday. Thank you for reminding me. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 6:08pm on 12/16/16

29279. Quick Questyion: Has anyone used the 'NESCO" jerky mixes and cures, Thoughts/Opinions ?? (NT) [NT] - KiwiChris_Melb_Oz - 9:48am on 12/16/16 (4)

It's easy to make your own. If you want a cure for something like summer - Charley - 12:52pm on 12/16/16

cheers n thanks the mortons isnt avail here (more) - KiwiChris_Melb_Oz - 6:35pm on 12/16/16

You should be able to get pink salt. I KNOW ozzies cure meat. Actually, the only thing - Charley - 7:23pm on 12/16/16

going to a proper butchers supply see what goodies they have - KiwiChris_Melb_Oz - 1:25am on 12/19/16

29280. Thought this was a lovely idea. A friend of mine put a basket on her porch labeled - barb_b - 1:43pm on 12/16/16 (5)

Lovely!! - deb-in-MI - 2:10pm on 12/16/16
It certainly is, but we had -25 wind chills yesterday. Wouldn't last too long before freezing! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:31pm on 12/16/16
I love that! What a nice idea--thanks for sharing! [NT] - MoNJ - 2:40pm on 12/16/16
What a great idea, too bad all my packages have come it, I would love to have done that! Thanks for - KarenNoCA - 3:19pm on 12/16/16
Even though we have a locking mailbox with a drop box for packages, our mailman - KarenNoCA - 4:47pm on 12/16/16

29281. Be still my heart! Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Swirl Brownies [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 4:52pm on 12/16/16 (1)

Please report out!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:48pm on 12/16/16

29282. Cut/Prep Onions a day ahead? - deb-in-MI - 5:55pm on 12/16/16 (10)

I often chop or slice onions a day or two ahead. I can't imagine why grated onions - Joe - 6:43pm on 12/16/16
pre prep onions - KiwiChris_Melb_Oz - 6:45pm on 12/16/16

I keep chopped onions for up to a week in my fridge. I use glass storage containers - KarenNoCA - 7:02pm on 12/16/16

Thank you - will chop tonight! And REC: Latkes - deb-in-MI - 8:16pm on 12/16/16

Mmm Latkes. I was just reading at the library a mag (sorry can't recall), parsnip latkes and sweet - barb_b - 8:59pm on 12/16/16
mmm just a query " Simply Potatoes - KiwiChris_Melb_Oz - 11:02pm on 12/16/16

Actually shredded potatoes in the refrigerated section:) - deb-in-MI - 12:27am on 12/17/16

oooh ok thanks {nt} [NT] - KiwiChris_Melb_Oz - 1:26am on 12/19/16

I love onions, they don't love me... - Richard in Cincy - 11:35pm on 12/17/16

I do this, but start with 2 cups of very hot water and a TBL of cider vinegar. - MarilynFL - 3:55pm on 12/18/16

29283. I have ground schuwan (SP?) - Pam - 8:46pm on 12/16/16 (5)

Pam, I'd like to help, but don't now the rec.... I always error less on ground pepper when cooking - barb_b - 11:36pm on 12/16/16

It's Mark Bittman's Spicy Big Tray Chicken - Pam - 10:10pm on 12/17/16

Sounds like you have szechuan peppercorns, also known as sichuan. They are mouth-numbing and used in [LINK] - Traca - 3:35pm on 12/17/16
Since it is ground, use just a little then when the chicken is cooked taste it - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:49pm on 12/17/16
If they are szechuan (sichuan), they'll have a lemony, citrus-y smell/flavor. They have - MarilynFL - 8:25pm on 12/17/16

29284. Turkey breast in the slow cooker? Has anyone tried this? [LINK] - emtd - 10:38pm on 12/16/16 (9)

The reviews are good....but they are so easy to do in the oven and you would get a crispy skin! - KarenNoCA - 11:58pm on 12/16/16

But I will already have a 20+ turkey, corn pudding, stuffing, and other vegies - emtd - 12:23am on 12/17/16

Why not cook a ham and have that as another possibility. You could certainly - Charley - 1:07am on 12/17/16

This is a braised turkey breast. Fine for slicing--for your meal, for sandwiches. - Charley - 1:06am on 12/17/16
Why are you trying to talk her out of this? The recipe looks great Betty. - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:13pm on 12/17/16

Thanks very much everyone. As always I appreciate the help. [NT] - emtd - 5:06am on 12/18/16

I cooked turkey breast in my crockot before and will again this next week for company. - Anna_X - 2:42am on 12/19/16
emtd, Curious1 posted a make-ahead turkey gravy that uses turkey wings. Delicious [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:48pm on 12/19/16

Thank you- the gravy looks good. I think I'll be ok to make that - emtd - 3:52pm on 12/19/16

29285. Tomato pie in the winter [LINK] - Charley - 1:52pm on 12/17/16 (2)

What a fun way to start the christmas season. Not about one day, but spreading it out to see - barb_b - 5:19pm on 12/17/16
Mary Mac restaurant has a great cookbook. [NT] - Traca - 5:46pm on 12/17/16

29286. This sounds like a fantastic appetizer for the Holidays - Edible Rhode Island Olive & Thyme Cheeseca [LINK] - GayR - 6:32pm on 12/17/16 (0)

29287. Best Day... - Richard in Cincy - 11:26pm on 12/17/16 (14)

Richard, you lead an amazing life with so many friends and fun events to share with them. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:09am on 12/18/16

Amen. Our cookie swap coordinator didn't feel like making cookies so she sent us - MarilynFL - 3:54pm on 12/18/16

Sorry Mar, I have no words. [NT] - barb_b - 9:58pm on 12/18/16

I should clarify. I still came home with cookies from the other guests...just none from the - MarilynFL - 12:22pm on 12/19/16

Sounds wonderful! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:51pm on 12/19/16

Love this! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 3:16am on 12/18/16
Yay!! Today was friend baking day too, but mine cancelled due to illness. Glad someone had fun!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:54am on 12/18/16
FUN!! Nice you have local friends that share your passion of cooking / baking. [NT] - barb_b - 3:48pm on 12/18/16
Would love to see the strudel making.... (more) - SallyBR - 8:39pm on 12/18/16
It really sounds like the best day! Strudel making reminds me of my grandmother who came to visit in - elaine - 7:39am on 12/19/16
THis sounds lovely! We are hosting some of my daughter's friends tomorrow for some cookie baking - LisainLA - 8:49pm on 12/20/16

what a novel concept, actually mixing up dough to bake cookies! I'm sure... - Richard in Cincy - 10:32pm on 12/20/16
Lisa, I admire you for hosting this. I do not bake, I will on occasion bake a cake or cookies, but - barb_b - 11:45pm on 12/20/16
What a lovely memory you will be making (and everyone will have a blast!)!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:40am on 12/21/16

29288. FRC; NPR: The Final Days Of Hawaiian Sugar >> [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:23am on 12/18/16 (0)

29289. Non-alcoholic suggestion for the holidays.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 2:31pm on 12/18/16 (0)

29290. Help!!! Trying to make Gayle's fudge. It won't absorb all the butter. Burned out my hand mixer... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 1:03am on 12/19/16 (15)

Never mind. I ended up giving up on it. Smooshed into pans. Will have to blot butter off.., - MariaDNoCA - 1:18am on 12/19/16

Karen, I had the same experience. Let me provide a flashback: - MarilynFL - 12:13pm on 12/19/16

Yes, the only thing I thought was it was too hot, but unlike other recipes... - MariaDNoCA - 7:17pm on 12/19/16
Marilyn, one batch at a time. Not doubled. Many batches...LOL nt [NT] - GayleMO - 8:51pm on 12/19/16

It's in your Missouri DNA, Gayle. You're born with the skill to make perfect candy. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:37am on 12/20/16

You are so funny, Marilyn! - GayleMO - 2:49am on 12/21/16

So sorry! Here is how I do it... - GayleMO - 8:42pm on 12/19/16

I use... - GayleMO - 8:45pm on 12/19/16

Plus this recipe makes nearly 6 POUNDS of fudge! - GayleMO - 8:49pm on 12/19/16

Thanks! Used brand new thermoworks; but I did let it cool maybe 3 mins. - MariaDNoCA - 7:08pm on 12/20/16

I've read a lot about candy making - one of the things I learned is the more you - LisainLA - 8:42pm on 12/20/16
I am stumped. LOL - GayleMO - 2:14am on 12/21/16
I make it every year also, exactly by the directions, and mine was stiffer also - and - cheezz - 7:15pm on 12/26/16

Cheezz, have used Ghirardelli, Nestles and Hersheys chips... - GayleMO - 10:55pm on 12/26/16

After the fact but maybe for next time you want to make fudge - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:01pm on 12/19/16

29291. Made this North African Meatballs with Cous Cous [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 1:36am on 12/19/16 (7)

This sounds delicious, printed it out to make after Christmas The NY Times has a great food section [NT] - KarenNoCA - 5:07pm on 12/19/16
This one caught my eye too and I saved it--haven't tried it yet. Glad to know it's good! [NT] - Joe - 7:40pm on 12/19/16

If you like spicy the soices could be amped up a little. A spoonful of harissa would be good in sauc [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:30am on 12/20/16

Sounds great! I love North African/Moroccan cuisine... - Richard in Cincy - 10:24pm on 12/20/16

Speaking of Bastilla, here is a recipe I have made and enjoyed many times [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 7:05pm on 12/21/16

It's just addictive isn't? Such an amazing dish... [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 10:04pm on 12/22/16

Sure is. We did a "Casablanca" Valentine's dinner a couple years ago. - Joe - 5:30pm on 12/23/16

29292. Holy Dairy: Theo caramel with 2 cups of chopped pecans. Heaven! - MarilynFL - 1:38pm on 12/19/16 (2)

Is there a recipe? Not sure what this sentence says. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:25pm on 12/19/16

A while back I posted my first perfect success with caramel using Theo's Caramel recipe [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:09pm on 12/19/16

29293. Since mine was killed via fudge (RIP) any recommendations for a new hand mixer? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:20pm on 12/19/16 (3)

I have a nice little Cuisinart, comes with 2 small whisk type attachments. Perfect for what I do. - KarenNoCA - 11:59pm on 12/19/16
Like Karen, I have a hand-held Cuisinart and like it. - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:32am on 12/20/16
I have used a hand-held Kitchen Aid electric mixer for yrs & it does a great job. [NT] - wigs - 9:14pm on 12/23/16

29294. The world is on notice: Cathy Z and Richard will be power cooking the last week of February! - Richard in Cincy - 11:03pm on 12/19/16 (11)

Woohoo- we will have some fun! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:30am on 12/20/16
What fun! I've decided I wan't to go be Paul & Mary's baking slave in England. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:32am on 12/20/16

I thought they broke up. :( [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 9:24am on 12/20/16

Oh my! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:14pm on 12/20/16
Sounds fantastic! Enjoy! [NT] - LisainLA - 8:40pm on 12/20/16
Very Cool! I am excited to hear about your kitchen adventures! YAY! [NT] - barb_b - 11:40pm on 12/20/16
Mother Nature is already anticipating the seismic shift...and she's happy. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:32am on 12/21/16
There will be a good time had by all for sure! Good times and lots of laughs! [NT] - MoNJ - 7:07pm on 12/21/16
I remember last time we were cooking... - Richard in Cincy - 9:52pm on 12/22/16

Fun story, thanks for sharing.... Have fun!!! I would love a citrus tree!! [NT] - barb_b - 9:09pm on 12/25/16

Tr�s fabulous! [NT] - ErininNY - 2:35am on 01/14/17

29295. REC: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins [LINK] - LisainLA - 8:56pm on 12/20/16 (2)

Diabetics can have this with a couple changes. - Marsha tbay - 9:00pm on 12/20/16
Sounds delicious! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:23pm on 12/20/16

29296. Sort of food related: we have a wild turkey which has taken up residence in our yard! - KarenNoCA - 12:12am on 12/21/16 (7)

This was my smile for the day! I know Ang always makes me laugh with salmon / moose talk. Turkey - barb_b - 12:57am on 12/21/16

A friend has a summer house in the Poconos and has wild turkeys in her lakeside - Charley - 1:02pm on 12/21/16

Oh, so sweet! [NT] - barb_b - 4:07pm on 12/21/16

Maybe if you walked outside holding a bowl of stuffing, it might scare him off? [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:32am on 12/21/16

or a duck and a chicken [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:46am on 12/21/16

M & M's--you're both too funny!! [NT] - MoNJ - 6:53pm on 12/21/16

I broke down yesterday afternoon and offered her a Graham Cracker, she ran away as fast as she could - KarenNoCA - 2:49pm on 12/21/16

29297. Would you eat a year-old frozen ham? - Anna_X - 8:15am on 12/21/16 (7)

Not a problem at all for safety. And it will be fine for eating. I think the - Charley - 12:30pm on 12/21/16
Yes, but I would de-frost it first... ;-) ;-) ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 3:48pm on 12/21/16

...or hey, take it outside and get your tongue stuck to it, like Christmas Story? [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:50pm on 12/21/16

watch you mouth with soap! (more) - SallyBR - 2:08pm on 12/22/16

You're gonna shoot your eye out! [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:58pm on 12/22/16

Anna, your ham will be just fine to bake. - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:49pm on 12/21/16
Thanks for the reassurance and giggles! [NT] - Anna_X - 5:15am on 12/22/16

29298. Attn Flan makers --not sure if you saw this flan recipe--it looks like people [LINK] - MoNJ - 6:52pm on 12/21/16 (4)

Flan is easy to make, MoNJ- since you've wanted to try, try this recipe. - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:15pm on 12/21/16

This one by Daisy Fuentes is consistently good. I've nailed the caramelizing step [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:30pm on 12/21/16

Thank you--I'm a scaaa'd of caramel :) [NT] - MoNJ - 8:16pm on 12/21/16

It's going to be the traditional Mexican-type baked custard flan, not creamy like a cheesecake - cheezz - 7:05pm on 12/26/16

29299. Ah--CathyZ I think it's time for your "Alan Wong" edamame to go T&T - MoNJ - 8:15pm on 12/21/16 (11)

Ok- I will post it. Good stuff. Alan Wong is my favorite Hawaii chef. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:55pm on 12/22/16

We were lucky enough to eat there several times over the years. Excellent chef. - MoNJ - 5:12pm on 12/22/16

I think this is it- just Aioli with cayenne - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:56pm on 12/22/16

Thank you so much Cathy!! Do you know if it's dry mustard or dijon type? [NT] - MoNJ - 4:21pm on 12/23/16

No- don't know. Try it both ways [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:13pm on 12/23/16
Now that I think about it, probably Dijon as the Cayenne would add the zip [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:35pm on 12/23/16

Thank you!! [NT] - MoNJ - 6:08pm on 12/24/16

Agreed! We were privileged to have an anniversary dinner prepared by Chef Wong several years back! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 9:48pm on 12/22/16

Wow, what an experience! Wonderful memories for sure! [NT] - MoNJ - 4:22pm on 12/23/16

It was an amazing dinner and the staff just pampered us all evening. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 7:27pm on 12/23/16

Please post recipe - Pam - 9:05pm on 12/27/16

29300. for Cathy Z or whoever else has an idea: What do you serve with your Mom's great - Janet in NC - 4:33pm on 12/22/16 (5)

This is such a favorite at my house- and here is what I usually serve with it - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:01pm on 12/22/16
What CathyZ said, also - KarenNoCA - 6:20pm on 12/22/16
Cathy, I found your recipe in favorites. Will you please tell me which type of port cut - KarenNoCA - 7:41pm on 12/22/16

Cheapest pork cut I can find- usually butt or shoulder [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:48pm on 12/22/16

thanks all. I will mash the potatoes and also serve some pickled beets. - Janet in NC - 9:21pm on 12/22/16

29301. Where is this rec? It was a cheese (maybe feta), then topped with a tomato mixture and heated? - barb_b - 8:44pm on 12/22/16 (9)

Is this it, barb_b? Traca's Whipped Feta and Tomato Crostini? [LINK] - wigs - 9:13pm on 12/22/16

Barb_b--you mentioned that you used REALLY fresh garlic in the above REC, but I'm not seeing - wigs - 9:27pm on 12/22/16

Barb, I don't recollect that recipe - Richard in Cincy - 9:45pm on 12/22/16
Thanks everyone. I must have found it on all recipes or epi. Oh well. Dinner will go on w/o. - barb_b - 1:19pm on 12/23/16

Eureka! I think this is it, Barb--Salsa di Parmigiano. I LOVE this recipe! [LINK] - MoNJ - 4:05pm on 12/23/16
Speaking of EPI, when did they delete everyone's recipe boxes..... [NT] - MoNJ - 4:07pm on 12/23/16

Oops, I was too excited and missed the tomato topper element--sorry! [NT] - MoNJ - 4:06pm on 12/23/16
Was it feta? - Liz D - 1:01am on 12/27/16

Liz, not this, but boy this recipes sounds great! Thanks for pointing it out. Evelyn has great rec [NT] - barb_b - 2:13pm on 12/27/16

29302. Good enough to post about- empty the fridge mac & cheese [IMAGE] - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:13pm on 12/22/16 (4)

Oinkers! Looks Fabulous! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 9:39pm on 12/22/16
Not only can you cook, your photography is great! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:26am on 12/23/16
Looks delicious! I made mac n' cheese last night:) - deb-in-MI - 11:48am on 12/23/16
I love to do similar, but with quiche. Yum. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:55pm on 12/23/16

29303. NFR: Anyone with experience with a 2 in 1 Cordless vacuum cleaner? - oli - 11:48pm on 12/22/16 (6)

I have no idea what a 2 in 1 is. I have a cordless Shark that I LOVE. [NT] - Charley - 2:29am on 12/23/16

A 2 in 1 is where you can take part of the vacuum cleaner off the stick and get into difficult... - oli - 3:14am on 12/23/16

If shark makes one, get that one, IMO. - Charley - 12:38pm on 12/23/16

echo her words. Love my two sharks. LOVE THEM! [NT] - SallyBR - 1:17pm on 12/24/16

I agree, look on Amazon, they verify that product comments are from actual purchasers - KarenNoCA - 2:44pm on 12/23/16

Thanks, good suggestion. [NT] - oli - 6:13pm on 12/23/16

29304. REC: Chard and Saffron Omelets, from PLENTY, by Yotam Ottolenghi. I seldom buy cookbooks - Joe - 8:52pm on 12/23/16 (13)

I love this book, the recipes, the photos, the padded book cover, all of it! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:50pm on 12/23/16

Yeah, what's with the padded book cover? I think my parents's Bible had that. - Joe - 4:44am on 12/24/16

It certainly attracts attention from guests at our house. Sometimes I have it on - KarenNoCA - 2:13pm on 12/24/16

Have all his books, outstanding them all.... [NT] - SallyBR - 2:21pm on 12/24/16
I am attempting his potato Tatin tonight. Chrstmas Eve menu for two: - Joe - 12:34am on 12/25/16

Here is the Chestnut and Chocolate Torte recipe: [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 12:35am on 12/25/16
What an interesting menu, Joe. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:11pm on 12/25/16

Thanks! The potato Tatin was amazing--I'll post the recipe later. The Chocolate Chestnut torte - Joe - 6:52pm on 12/25/16

Yes wondered about chestnuts and chocolate in that recipe. Glad the Tatin was great. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:00pm on 12/25/16

And by the way, you/Jacques ought to come for a visit. Wish you could be here with Richard/Tim [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:02pm on 12/25/16

Well that would certainly be a hoot! [NT] - barb_b - 9:06pm on 12/25/16
Thank you! That would be wonderful. I wish we could pull it off that soon. [NT] - Joe - 4:25pm on 12/26/16

Doesn't really matter when....it would be too much fun to have you both stay at chez moi. - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:29pm on 12/26/16

29305. Have a very Merry Christmas everyone, however you may celebrate. Keep safe! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:53pm on 12/23/16 (2)

You too Karen. Today is traditional Julia's French Onion Soup Day here - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:35pm on 12/24/16
Merry Christmas and thank you so much for all your advice. - emtd - 4:58am on 12/25/16

29306. Why does my cookie dough dry out in the fridge even though I double wrap? How do you do it? - MariaDNoCA - 2:05am on 12/24/16 (2)

I double wrap with the Costco plastic wrap, put into a ziplock and suck all the air out w/ a straw [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:25pm on 12/24/16
I put a layer of moistened paper towels on top of waxed paper in a zip lock bag with dough [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:28pm on 12/24/16

29307. REC: Ginger Sweet Pea dip--festive! Merry Christmas all! - MoNJ - 6:05pm on 12/24/16 (1)

That sounds interesting. Actually it might serve as a green pea sauce for - Charley - 6:37pm on 12/24/16

29308. NFR: Wonderful Life - pmassell_93 - 7:18pm on 12/24/16 (4)

I LOVE this...thank you so much for posting it!! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:13pm on 12/24/16
Wonderful. I told everyone this story on Xmas Eve, no one, including me had any idea. - MoNJ - 1:56pm on 12/25/16
Thank you Paul! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:57pm on 12/25/16
Beautiful. [NT] - Joe - 4:47pm on 12/26/16

29309. This doesn't have much to do with food but I just cant' search anymore. A few weeks ago I saw an ad - CynUpstateNY - 8:10pm on 12/24/16 (5)

Maybe this? [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 8:18pm on 12/24/16

Thanks, Orchid but I'm looking for the 2 piece. Plate and bowl are separate. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 9:05pm on 12/24/16

How about this [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 2:45am on 12/25/16
Is this it? [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 1:35pm on 12/26/16

No, but this one is even nicer!! Thanks to all of you! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:21pm on 12/26/16

29310. A Festive Cranberry Cake for a Merry Christmas! [LINK] - SallyBR - 2:42pm on 12/25/16 (0)

29311. Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:01pm on 12/25/16 (3)

Ditto. Checking in from Pittsburgh airport. Blessings and safe travels to all. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:56pm on 12/25/16
Merry happy Christmas one and all! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:13pm on 12/25/16
Merry Christmas from sweaty steamy 79 degree at 7:00pm Florida! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 12:02am on 12/26/16

29312. As promised, Yotam Ottolenghi's Potato Tarte Tatin. This was delicious for our Christmas Eve Supper [LINK] - Joe - 10:18pm on 12/25/16 (5)

Oh yum! Just in time for our new year's diets! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:46am on 12/28/16

Definitely the richest recipe in the book. [NT] - Joe - 5:19am on 12/28/16

How perfect - a "potato pie", two of my favorite things in one dish! Thanks for sharing this, Joe. - LisainLA - 5:35am on 12/28/16

It is a very small amount of caramel, just enough to call it "Tatin," and - Joe - 5:38am on 12/28/16

Thanks again! [NT] - LisainLA - 3:45pm on 12/29/16

29313. Lobster Bisque - does anyone have a T&T recipe? - oli - 1:03am on 12/27/16 (5)

yes, you cook the shells. I brown them a little. It doesn't have to be lobster bisquie. The - Charley - 12:18pm on 12/27/16
Lobster Bisque. A more helpful answer. - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:15pm on 12/27/16
I second this bisque--it's very good. I also LOVE this lobster butter, using lobster shells [LINK] - MoNJ - 4:43pm on 12/27/16
I third Cathy's Lobster Bisque! It's the bomb. Definitely T&T! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:28am on 12/28/16
Not a recipe I have tried, but the source is good... [NT] [LINK] - judy-mass - 5:07pm on 12/28/16

29314. Glazed Pork Tenderloin (Maple Syrup, Wasabi, etc.) - deb-in-MI - 1:33pm on 12/27/16 (2)

This looks really tasty. Did you serve with sweet potatoes or ? I think I'd like rice to - LisainLA - 4:09pm on 12/29/16

Rice:) Hubby doesn't care for sweet potatoes (I'm not so crazy over them either) - deb-in-MI - 6:55pm on 12/29/16

29315. French Onion Soup makers--I always use the Julia Child recipe (thx Cathy and Joe) - MoNJ - 4:52pm on 12/27/16 (20)

I would be certain to burn my hands on the pot after it is transferred to the stovetop. - Joe - 5:31pm on 12/27/16

It takes a lot longer to do it this way, and even when making a lot, a large stockpot - Charley - 8:08pm on 12/27/16

Recipe please, caramelized onions in a stockpot, (crockpot)? Many thanks. [NT] - Marianne - 3:52am on 12/28/16

You just fill up your crockpot with sliced onions. Add some olive oil or butter - Charley - 3:16pm on 12/28/16

Stovetop is so easy. I usually do around 12 cups of sliced onions and it is so simple to stir [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:07pm on 12/28/16

I agree. I did the crockpot thing once and won't make that mistake again! - orchid - 6:20pm on 12/28/16

I guess you cooked them too long! It works really well, but you do need to - Charley - 8:03pm on 12/28/16

Really. So when I wasn't watching they carmelized and then - orchid - 9:37pm on 12/28/16

And I'm not alone in this. [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 9:41pm on 12/28/16
I have no idea what happened to your. Here are some sites - Charley - 12:39am on 12/29/16

From the comments by folks using the recipes, It appears there is a bit of failure - LisainLA - 4:03pm on 12/29/16

Yes, sweet onions would be a problem, I'm sure. Here is a recipe that has supposedly converted - Charley - 4:19pm on 12/29/16

If you use the mandolin as she suggests and cut paper thin, they would definitely - LisainLA - 4:56pm on 12/29/16

And she says " . . the softening and caramelizing steps should be done without pressure . . . " - mistral - 8:33pm on 01/01/17

Didn't mean to stir the pot on this one! ;) I tried the oven method, as I had a ton of things to do - MoNJ - 12:35pm on 12/29/16

Thank Mo. I, too, would be a burn the hands on the pot person, done that too many times! [NT] - LisainLA - 4:05pm on 12/29/16

Despite the written warning in the recipe, and even if I left the oven mitts in plain sight - Joe - 1:07am on 12/30/16

Too funny and ouch! Maybe if you tie a short rag through each handle? [NT] - MoNJ - 6:05pm on 12/30/16

But I'd forget why I was doing that and burn myself in the process. [NT] - Joe - 4:48am on 12/31/16

Just put a clothespin on each handle as a reminder [NT] - cheezz - 8:26pm on 12/31/16

29316. Carioca Cake, from Pierre Herme [IMAGE] - SallyBR - 5:29pm on 12/27/16 (6)

That cake is stunning Sally! How did it taste? About the dog.... - KarenNoCA - 6:30pm on 12/27/16

We won't try it until tonight.... (more) - SallyBR - 7:52pm on 12/27/16

Beautiful! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:12pm on 12/27/16
Beautiful Torte! - Richard in Cincy - 2:34am on 12/28/16
I'm sure he's worth it! [NT] - Joe - 5:36am on 12/28/16
Cake is awesome! even if I say so myself... (more) - SallyBR - 12:23pm on 12/28/16

29317. Great little video on how to segment a grapefruit - very help [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 9:23pm on 12/28/16 (11)

I have been doing my grapefruits like that for years. I cannot recall which chef - KarenNoCA - 12:10am on 12/29/16

When grapefruit is cheap I do six at a time -love having a big bowl of icy cold sections with juice - Melissa Dallas - 1:40pm on 12/29/16

Good idea - thanks! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:41pm on 12/29/16

Me too. Also with oranges for fruit salads. Quick and easy. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:16pm on 12/29/16

My MIL used to make a citurs salad for Christmas breakfast. I remember the first time I made - LisainLA - 4:07pm on 12/29/16

I have a serrated spoon--the size of a tablespoon--from my mother--which - Charley - 12:35am on 12/29/16
Intestinal bonus: the remains contains all the skin segments in one handy piece. While... - MarilynFL - 10:31pm on 12/29/16
I have been missing grapefruit (and Deb, a question) - colleenmomof2 - 4:56pm on 12/30/16

My hubby has the same cholesterol issues but he does indulge here and there - deb-in-MI - 5:38pm on 12/30/16
Can't you still have them--just not with the meds when taken? [NT] - Charley - 6:41pm on 12/30/16

Absolutely! - colleenmomof2 - 8:47pm on 12/30/16

29318. NFR CHAT: If a tree falls in the woods and you're 500 miles away, does it still hit your house? - MarilynFL - 4:43pm on 12/29/16 (10)

Oh no! ((((Mar)))) So sorry, but that was sure a nice neighbor! Happy New Year to you. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:52pm on 12/29/16
Oh, my goodness, MarilynFL. That sounds like Murphy's Law in spades. I hope yr house - wigs - 4:52pm on 12/29/16
Oh no - so sorry to hear this. What a nice neighbor! - deb-in-MI - 6:56pm on 12/29/16
Marilyn, I'm so sorry to hear this, indeed, what a nice neighbor! You still have - Marsha tbay - 9:53pm on 12/29/16
Oh My! Love your new neighbor. [NT] - barb_b - 10:50pm on 12/29/16
I can so sympathize. When I bought my house the back yard had three American Elms - Melissa Dallas - 3:22pm on 12/30/16
I so sympathize! Christmas day my roof (two years old) leaked andhalf of the living room ceiling - CynUpstateNY - 4:03pm on 12/30/16

There is a special room reserved in hell for him, Cyn. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:43pm on 01/01/17

Lucky for unlucky - fast action! - colleenmomof2 - 4:42pm on 12/30/16
Thank you all. Exterior damages have been repaired, gutters will be replaced. No interior damages. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:46pm on 01/01/17

29319. The Christmas Eve Dinner [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 10:01pm on 12/29/16 (11)

Honey Egg Bread - Richard in Cincy - 10:01pm on 12/29/16
Champagne Sauerkraut - Richard in Cincy - 10:02pm on 12/29/16
Pretzel Dumplings - Richard in Cincy - 10:02pm on 12/29/16

These dumplings sound so interesting. I am in awe once again with your feast! - MoNJ - 5:52pm on 12/30/16

No, I turned it off at night and then just turned it back on in the AM. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 8:46pm on 12/30/16

Chatham Artillery Punch of 1860 [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 10:05pm on 12/29/16
Wow! What a special treat for all! I am sure you will be doing cleanup until 1/3...Just guessing! [NT] - barb_b - 10:54pm on 12/29/16
Wow is right! Thank you for the recipes. [NT] - Joe - 12:07am on 12/30/16
Lucky guests. I love the idea of pear halves with cranberry relish around the pork - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:40pm on 12/30/16

Poached with peppercorns, bay leaves, cinnamon stick, and some honey [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 8:45pm on 12/30/16

My mom serves Pork on Christmas. This sounds perfect me to bring next year. Thx! [NT] - barb_b - 4:20pm on 12/31/16

29320. Does anyone own an air fryer? Thoughts? My neighbors rec'd one for a gift and raving. I don't - barb_b - 10:58pm on 12/29/16 (1)

my niece and my sister in Brazil both have one. They love it... [NT] - SallyBR - 1:27am on 12/30/16

29321. Can you help? This morning I got a message on my cell phone, I thought it came from Google - KarenNoCA - 12:00am on 12/30/16 (6)

I saw it on my fb feed.... Let me see if I can find it. [NT] - barb_b - 7:26pm on 12/30/16

I am still trying to learn fb, but I definitely saw this a rec, exactly as you described, when I - barb_b - 7:46pm on 12/30/16

My immediate thought was that Gay and Evelyn had posted something similar on our site. Of course, - barb_b - 7:47pm on 12/30/16

Found Gay's rec. It's not what you are looking for, but Good. Rec: Yugoslavian Vegetable Casserol [LINK] - barb_b - 7:53pm on 12/30/16

Karen: Here it is-Tasty's Chicken Fajita Rice Bake [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 4:19am on 01/02/17

Thats the one I saw! Thanks Melissa, once Karen mentioned it, I was suddenly hungry to try the rec [NT] - barb_b - 8:52pm on 01/02/17

29322. has anyone ever made something from "pork brisket" - the trimmings from St. Louie style spare ribs. [NT] - elaine - 9:14am on 12/30/16 (3)

I think here they are called pork riblets(sometimes) and pork rib ends and pieces. . . - mistral - 8:13pm on 12/30/16

The sauerkraut would be really good. They could be used to make a classic Sunday gravy. We had - Charley - 8:16pm on 12/30/16

Thanks. I have just been roasting them in the oven with the ribs but for much less time. Next time I - elaine - 4:17pm on 12/31/16

29323. Please your favorite Brunch Recipes - [NT] - GayR - 1:00pm on 12/30/16 (20)

These sausage stuffed pears are delicious and perfect for a brunch. [LINK] - orchid - 2:59pm on 12/30/16
Not a recipe; but an idea... Richard had once posted details of a Bloody Mary Bar that he attended - barb_b - 3:10pm on 12/30/16

See link for additional details [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 3:11pm on 12/30/16

This is always a hit. Sarah leah chase veggie frittata [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 3:29pm on 12/30/16

I love the presentation. Really pretty. [NT] - barb_b - 3:31pm on 12/30/16

Made this for Christmas Morning. Rec: Wickwoods spicy strata [LINK] - barb_b - 3:33pm on 12/30/16
Thank You Orchid and Barb....some wonderful recipes...... [NT] - GayR - 3:43pm on 12/30/16
Really enjoy Cathy's sausage / bacon casserole. I prepare night before and throw in oven in am [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 3:43pm on 12/30/16

Still love that recipe. Here is an egg/potato casserole recipe that you might like - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:45pm on 12/30/16

Or another thought.... A scones bar? You are so talented with your baking. I often go to the - barb_b - 3:50pm on 12/30/16

Thank You CarthyZ, GeorgiaRose, Deb now the hard part to choose.....Thank you all again. [NT] - GayR - 6:59pm on 12/30/16

T&T - Over the Top Chocolate French Toast with Vanilla Custard Sauce - GeorgiaRose - 4:34pm on 12/30/16
Another T&T - Maple Swiss Breakfast Casserole - GeorgiaRose - 4:45pm on 12/30/16
Another great brunch casserole if you want to go with a variety [LINK] - orchid - 5:40pm on 12/30/16
This Christmas Morning "Wifesaver" is always a hit - MoNJ - 5:43pm on 12/30/16

Sounds lovely! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:52pm on 12/30/16

Mulled cider is always a hit this time of year. I served pioneer womans christmas morning. Served - barb_b - 7:20pm on 12/30/16

Really nice with brandy or bourbon splashed in too! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:54pm on 12/30/16

Thomas Keller's Quiche [LINK] - Traca - 12:45am on 12/31/16
Thank you all so much....great recipes....... [NT] - GayR - 12:57am on 12/31/16

29324. 2 Chicago restaurant recommendations [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 5:06pm on 12/30/16 (12)

After the hot fudge is poured to create lotus blossom [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 5:16pm on 12/30/16

Wow - beautiful! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:34pm on 12/30/16
Sorry the photos are so huge. Any advice/help with sizing - colleenmomof2 - 8:41pm on 12/30/16

colleen, I use two methods. Either I grab the original photo and select EMAIL size and then - MarilynFL - 6:47pm on 01/02/17

So pretty! Thanks for sharing! [NT] - barb_b - 12:36am on 01/01/17

Yes...just beautiful. Thank for the images. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:36pm on 01/02/17

This concept reminded me of a weird one I tried out on my boss Bern (Bern's Steakhouse, Tampa) - MarilynFL - 6:43pm on 01/02/17

You worked for the owner of Bern's Steakhouse? We bought a - orchid - 7:35pm on 01/02/17

Yep. Bern was...unique. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:35am on 01/03/17

Well, that's something. What did you do there and what year was it? [NT] - orchid - 5:39pm on 01/03/17

1987. We had moved from ABQ to Coral Gables. I was Bern's *pastry tester* - MarilynFL - 5:48pm on 01/03/17

Wow! What an experience, good or bad. Thanks [NT] - orchid - 7:39pm on 01/03/17

29325. Deciphering codes on food jars - pmassell_93 - 6:34pm on 12/30/16 (7)

I had this same issue one time too while cleaning my pantry. I ended up calling a few companies - KarenNoCA - 7:39pm on 12/30/16
I submitted a request to Classico for your code. I'll let you know. - Michael in Phoenix - 5:15pm on 01/02/17

Thank you for all the info - pmassell_93 - 8:31pm on 01/02/17

I ate the shrimp and I didn't have any 'intestinal events'. They were delicious! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:35pm on 01/03/17

Okaaay. It appears you have an incomplete code. Either the code wasn't printed on the jar... - Michael in Phoenix - 7:54pm on 01/04/17

thank you for trying! [NT] - pmassell_93 - 9:15pm on 01/04/17

Happy to help. You're my hero. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:36am on 01/05/17

29326. Inventory reduction sale at Thermoworks - Lana in FL - 10:09pm on 12/31/16 (3)

Thank you! Just bought an instant read!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:54pm on 12/31/16
I'm sure my Thermopen is the key reason behind my new-found success with caramels. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:41pm on 01/01/17
TY! I've owned a Thermapen for yrs & love it; just bought a couple 4 family bdays in 2017. Thx again [NT] - wigs - 5:46pm on 01/03/17

29327. REC: Caralmelized Garlic Tart. I'm continuing to cook through Yotam Ottolenghi�s [LINK] - Joe - 1:33am on 01/01/17 (6)

Here is the Pasta with Salmon and Vodka Sauce [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 6:12pm on 01/02/17
And my friend Gary's recipe for the Hazelnut Torte [LINK] - Joe - 6:13pm on 01/02/17
Love how your menu, interactive cooking and of course need to take a - barb_b - 11:27pm on 01/02/17

It turned out really well, and the time flew by. Our friends made the torte - Joe - 11:39pm on 01/02/17

thx for the tip on how to make in stages. I am getting more enamored. [NT] - barb_b - 5:14pm on 01/03/17

I bet the cake can be baked ahead and frozen. Some of the other bakers here could tell you - Joe - 2:01am on 01/04/17

29328. Happy New Year, a tour of our kitchen.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 3:26pm on 01/01/17 (7)

Beautiful post, Sally! Love everything...including the naughty pups! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:16pm on 01/01/17
Oh, I loved it! I have a Buck too and he can get in his share of trouble. - cheezz - 1:28am on 01/02/17

Comes with the name, right? ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 11:11pm on 01/02/17

What a happy space and family. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:36pm on 01/02/17
That was fun! Thanks for opening up your home and kitchen! Happy New Year! [NT] - barb_b - 9:01pm on 01/02/17

Same to you! [NT] - SallyBR - 11:12pm on 01/02/17

Happy New Year! - sjs1952 - 4:19pm on 01/03/17

29329. Help! Got any good yogurt/sour cream based recipes? My roommate bought a 5 lb tub. [NT] - Traca - 6:26am on 01/02/17 (5)

You could make a yogurt cheese with a good portion of it. [NT] - Charley - 12:27pm on 01/02/17
If it is sour cream-Viennese Apricot Pie - Melissa Dallas - 12:52pm on 01/02/17

If yogurt-Chilled overnight oatmeal - Melissa Dallas - 1:03pm on 01/02/17

These are really tasty, from T & T by Meryl - REC: Lemony Moroccan-Style Chicken Kebabs [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 4:16pm on 01/02/17
King Arthur's pierogie dough (sour cream) worked beautifully. And it can be frozen so - MarilynFL - 6:31pm on 01/02/17

29330. Has anyone ever made this French pastry called tropezienne? I'm trying to find a translator [LINK] - cheezz - 7:24am on 01/02/17 (9)

I've not made this dessert but here's a version in English. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 12:18pm on 01/02/17

This version purports to be authentic. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 12:19pm on 01/02/17

Here is Dorie Greenspan's Recipe featured on the blog Food 52 [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 1:30pm on 01/02/17

Yes, I searched and found this one as well. There's a good narrative provided by Ms. Greenspan. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:42pm on 01/02/17

OK, here goes, but you're on your own translating the measurements - Joe - 1:15am on 01/03/17

Love this site.... We have such a great group (Thx Paul). Joe, you rock! [NT] - barb_b - 4:48pm on 01/03/17

I know it must not have been easy translating.... Jane, have fun with tropezienne! [NT] - barb_b - 5:06pm on 01/03/17

I'm better at French recipes than most things in French, and I learned a few new words here. [NT] - Joe - 10:21pm on 01/03/17

Thank you so much Joe, and everyone!! I'll let you know what happens :) [NT] - cheezz - 6:59am on 01/06/17

29331. What is going on with Creme Fraiche? For several months now, I can hardly find it. - KarenNoCA - 4:20pm on 01/02/17 (4)

Karen, did you see I found your recipe in 29321? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:29pm on 01/02/17

No, I missed it. Thanks so much for posting. I am gathering lots of one pot - KarenNoCA - 8:00pm on 01/02/17

I've never found it anywhere other than Trader Joes, who, by the way, has Blenheim dried apricots! [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:35pm on 01/02/17

We have it all the time here... how odd! [NT] - SallyBR - 1:20am on 01/03/17

29332. ISO ideas / thoughts. Each day, I have a special morning with DD and DS as they get ready for - barb_b - 1:34pm on 01/03/17 (9)

Does he like sports? Maybe mugs of his fave teams, changing with the seasons? - MoNJ - 2:32pm on 01/03/17

Does the cup need to have a saucer? - judy-mass - 2:58pm on 01/03/17

No saucer req'd.... Your comment on Hefty mug made me think of an irish coffee mug. THX! [NT] - barb_b - 8:39pm on 01/03/17

Mo - Not a sports guy; likes trendy gaming things, Roblox, minecraft, etc. But, I want to have - barb_b - 8:38pm on 01/03/17

Breakfast tea - sjs1952 - 4:13pm on 01/03/17

Thats the idea! To create similar memories that you have. : ) [NT] - barb_b - 8:36pm on 01/03/17

If it's cocoa, I'd go for a mug with a mustache guard, simply to avoid cocoa deposits on the lips. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:39pm on 01/03/17

OMG... How cool is that?! I have never seen this! I was leaning towards Irish coffee mug, but - barb_b - 8:34pm on 01/03/17

Thanks everyone. I have some fun ideas to pursue. Much appreciated! [NT] - barb_b - 8:35pm on 01/03/17

29333. REC: Rosemary Chicken with Orange-Maple Glaze - a hit! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 4:46pm on 01/03/17 (1)

Sounds absolutely delicious! [NT] - SallyBR - 3:24pm on 01/05/17

29334. New Kitchen Tool, 2-in-1 Knife and Cutting Board [LINK] - Marianne - 2:20am on 01/04/17 (3)

I'd love to see it, but your link doesn't work. [NT] - judy-mass - 1:03pm on 01/04/17
I think this is it. [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 8:24pm on 01/04/17

Many thanks for link. Clever Cutter is the one. Used it tonight, it works! [NT] - Marianne - 2:24am on 01/05/17

29335. NFR - Thought you all might appreciate this. My friend makes these exquisite flower bouquets [LINK] - Traca - 3:30am on 01/04/17 (11)

I don't see a picture or link (and would love to!!!) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:20am on 01/04/17

Oops! Link fixed. Here's another of my favorites. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 2:27am on 01/05/17

Gorgeous!! [NT] - MoNJ - 7:35pm on 01/06/17

Gorgeous! Such talent!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:23am on 01/05/17
Beautiful! They look so real! [NT] - sjs1952 - 1:03pm on 01/05/17

Yes, amazingly lifelike. Very artistic representation. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:02pm on 01/05/17
Right? She ships too. [NT] - Traca - 10:41pm on 01/05/17

I didn't see any note that she sells these...did I miss it? [NT] - cheezz - 6:53am on 01/06/17

Funny, it's not clear to me either, but I know she does. I sent a note asking what's up. I'll let - Traca - 6:36am on 01/08/17

Update from Quynh - Traca - 7:31am on 01/08/17

Thanks Traca! If I'm up that way I'd love to book a class...the flowers are gorgeous! [NT] - cheezz - 11:11pm on 01/09/17

29336. REC: Spicy Butternut Squash Soup with Black Beans - Michael in Phoenix - 7:27pm on 01/04/17 (4)

This sounds really, really good! Thx for posting the rec! [NT] - barb_b - 8:43pm on 01/04/17
Thanks Michael. I will make this in the next couple days. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:35pm on 01/05/17
Yum! [NT] - Joe - 4:23pm on 01/05/17
I didn't include this tweak in the recipe, but I sliced about 4 oz of white mushrooms and... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:16am on 01/06/17

29337. Impulsive is my middle name.... - SallyBR - 10:56pm on 01/04/17 (1)

Ah Sally, I have so many impulsive buys in my pantry and cannot remember why I bought them... - KarenNoCA - 12:21am on 01/05/17

29338. Rats and mice? - MarilynFL - 1:49pm on 01/05/17 (2)

Always love to start my morning off with a smile / laugh. [NT] - barb_b - 3:06pm on 01/05/17
I would definitely be a bit concerned.... - SallyBR - 8:40pm on 01/06/17

29339. uh oh.... I purchased a $17.00 cut of london broil on salefor $6.00. I'm not familiar with the cut - barb_b - 9:33pm on 01/05/17 (7)

Cooks.com has several recipes for either braising or stir fry [NT] - rhoward2va - 10:10pm on 01/05/17
I like to grill it over very hot charcoal. . . - mistral - 11:34pm on 01/05/17
I normally used to grill it after marinating for hours... (more) - SallyBR - 12:38pm on 01/06/17
The London Broil I've seen here is top round. You can look for recipes for top round. I - Curious1 - 3:15pm on 01/06/17
London Broil is a very tasty cut of meat, and most meat cutters suggest the marinating and grill - KarenNoCA - 5:43pm on 01/06/17
REC: London Broil in a Bag - MoNJ - 7:20pm on 01/06/17
Oh, it is MUCH better to grill. Marinate, grill, slice thin on the bias. RARE though. - Charley - 1:10pm on 01/10/17

29340. I've never cooked duck or duck breast - Pam - 4:30pm on 01/06/17 (13)

I should have done a search. - Pam - 4:40pm on 01/06/17
Duck Breast with Blackberry Sauce - rhoward2va - 4:40pm on 01/06/17
Joe's cassoulet. He will need to find rec.... : ) [NT] - barb_b - 4:43pm on 01/06/17

I am laughing / posting, cause Joe goes over the top with his cassoulet. Amazing, amazing recipe - barb_b - 4:47pm on 01/06/17

Here ya go. - Joe - 5:16pm on 01/06/17

I haven't made it in a few years. I believe the last time, Steve2 was my guest. *sniff* [NT] - Joe - 5:28pm on 01/06/17

Aww... Sorry for the sniff, but I am sure it evoked a fun memory of a great evening. ((Sniff&hug)) [NT] - barb_b - 8:09pm on 01/06/17

It sure did. [NT] - Joe - 8:53pm on 01/06/17

Here is a rec that I have done a few times: Rec: five hour duck. Fun on a sunday [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 4:46pm on 01/06/17
My cassoulet only uses the legs. Here is a wonderful use for the breasts: [LINK] - Joe - 4:51pm on 01/06/17
Richard's Austrian-style duck is simple and delicious. [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 5:35pm on 01/06/17

This is the recipe I have used for the past few years, so good! The 5 hr duck sounds delicious, too. [NT] - Lana in FL - 1:47am on 01/07/17

REC: Duck with Port Wine [LINK] - MoNJ - 7:33pm on 01/06/17

29341. Does anyone recall the Grandma's Spanish Seasoning our mother used and if you are old enough [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 12:09am on 01/07/17 (1)

Ya, unless Grandma's was salt, pepper or cinnamon, it wasn't at our house. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:40am on 01/07/17

29342. REC: Hummus - long article and recipes - elaine - 5:36am on 01/07/17 (3)

My favorite is Lemon Artichoke!!! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 2:49pm on 01/07/17
Very interesting reading. Thank you for posting Elaine [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:04pm on 01/07/17
I adore Joan Nathan. :) We used to drizzle a little seltzer in ours. I'm sure this is heretical... [NT] - ErininNY - 2:45am on 01/14/17

29343. ISO French themed ideas for a gift for host / hostess. Our new friends invited us to - barb_b - 12:16am on 01/08/17 (9)

a bottle of Chartreuse for after dinner is always nice [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 12:25am on 01/08/17
Pastis? - judy-mass - 1:09am on 01/08/17
Beautiful Coffee Table book such as: One Hundred Beautiful Towns In France [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 1:55am on 01/08/17
I can speak from experience, the French are confused by host/hostess gifts. They expect nothing - Joe - 5:40am on 01/08/17

Excellent point, Joe. One would think you knew a Frenchman. - Michael in Sarasota - 1:26pm on 01/09/17

Miss Manners says the perfect hostess gift, if you must bring one, is a basket of homegrown tomatoes - Joe - 6:40pm on 01/09/17

How about a beautiful small flower arrangement? Or something non-consumable - LisainLA - 4:31am on 01/09/17
If flowers, count 'em. ;) It has to be an odd number; even, bad luck. - ErininNY - 2:48am on 01/14/17

I've always heard this but I thought it was Asian. I guess it's just universal. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:43am on 01/17/17

29344. Michael, I made the Butternut Squash and Black Bean Soup - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:26pm on 01/08/17 (7)

Does sound good. I can recommend adding kale to this mix. I've used chicken, kale, butternut, onions - MarilynFL - 11:45am on 01/09/17
Glad you enjoyed it. It is a good combination of flavors and textures, and an experienced... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:50pm on 01/09/17

Don't need an immersion blender. A good potato masher works great - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:04pm on 01/09/17

Believe it or not, our Ninja blender is a workhorse around here. It cost a whopping... - Michael in Phoenix - 7:19pm on 01/09/17

my potato masher works great to make guacamole.. ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 8:53pm on 01/09/17

Mine works great as a sceptor when I lose the jewel-encrusted one. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:55pm on 01/10/17

Since you brought that up.... - SallyBR - 7:45pm on 01/10/17

29345. REC: Old-Fashioned Banana Cake [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:46pm on 01/09/17 (1)

Looks great Amanda - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:55pm on 01/09/17

29346. I'm 30 miles from the "Garlic capital of the world" and garlic from China is cheaper. - MariaDNoCA - 7:32pm on 01/09/17 (13)

Yes, but do your locally grown garlic bulbs glow in the dark? I think not. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:06pm on 01/09/17
And the local garlic will be fresher. Have you tried growing garlic? Very easy. . . - mistral - 8:37pm on 01/09/17

I should grow it. Clearly I'm in the right climate! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:21am on 01/10/17

I'm doing seriously less tomatoes than my insanity of last year. 2 days ago I saw a ripe tomato! - MariaDNoCA - 4:26am on 01/10/17

Personally, I would not buy any food from China if I knew it came from there. Given what happened - KarenNoCA - 12:27am on 01/10/17

Wealso have a Havanese. Love our Teddy Bear! [NT] - barb_b - 5:04pm on 01/10/17

They are so much fun and the best of the best! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 8:05pm on 01/11/17

I buy Christopher Ranch garlic and grew it twice. So easy. Just take the cloves and plop them - KarenNoCA - 12:33am on 01/10/17

That's one of the ranches nearby. I do try to only buy local, but sometimes going to 3 stores just - MariaDNoCA - 4:06am on 01/10/17

I agree, Maria! The costs don't make sense. [NT] - LisainLA - 3:57pm on 01/10/17

Off-topic but related to the Garlic Capital area - we spent the night in Gilroy while looking - LisainLA - 4:01am on 01/10/17

It doesn't smell like that all year long. Mostly when they're bottling up the crop. - MariaDNoCA - 4:14am on 01/10/17

That is very interesting about the smell, and good to know. We were there in August, so - LisainLA - 3:59pm on 01/10/17

29347. GeorgiaRose, I wanted to thank you for posting about the Cuisinart Blade Recall - MarilynFL - 8:14pm on 01/09/17 (5)

Has anyone got their new blades yet? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:22am on 01/10/17

Not me, but I got a form letter. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:07am on 01/10/17
Yes I did. And my Sister got hers [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:13pm on 01/10/17

You're most welcome! Still waiting on my replacement blade. [NT] - GeorgiaRose - 9:19pm on 01/10/17
Still waiting for mine. Received an email that they were inundated but will send when possible. [NT] - rhoward2va - 9:33pm on 01/10/17

29348. Food Saver Dilemma - KarenNoCA - 8:36pm on 01/09/17 (5)

I think the chances are you can repair it yourself. Look online for questions about - Charley - 1:07pm on 01/10/17

Won't do anything. I really like it because it is fast and quiet. What I like the least - KarenNoCA - 3:39pm on 01/10/17

Does the sealer work? You do have to use enough bag to get it into the - Charley - 7:47pm on 01/10/17

Yes, yes, and yes. I have been using Food Saver for many years and have - KarenNoCA - 12:22am on 01/11/17

I suggest taking it apart down to the channel, etc. and putting it back together. - Charley - 2:25pm on 01/12/17