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29616. INPUT & FEEDBACK - pmassell_93 - 1:45pm on 05/06/17 (1)

28627. Wrapping sandwiches...I love these ideas! [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 7:14pm on 04/13/16 (1)

Fun! Thanks Karen! I have the big box of the wrappers from Costco. This will be perfect! [NT] - barb_b - 11:01am on 04/18/16

28628. I made this chocolate tart last weekend.From ATK [IMAGE] - Luisa_Calif - 10:34pm on 04/14/16 (13)

I can't figure out how to do just one image. - Luisa_Calif - 10:46pm on 04/14/16

It just makes it double-wow beautiful! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:54pm on 04/14/16

Ditto that! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:39am on 04/15/16

One can no longer add more than one image per post. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:30pm on 04/14/16
Looks so good I want to lick my monitor screen! - judy-mass - 8:06am on 04/15/16

Yes, a long time. - Luisa_Calif - 11:45am on 04/15/16

We are well... - judy-mass - 4:14pm on 04/15/16

Maybe because I'm using Flickr ? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 7:00pm on 04/15/16

We stopped at Mrs. London's Bake Shop , kind of a famous place for pastry for the Saratoga racing - CynUpstateNY - 8:22am on 04/15/16
You can't see me, but I'm on my knees, holding up an engagement ring. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:56am on 04/15/16

Ha Ha ! >>just for you>> [IMAGE] - Luisa_Calif - 1:10pm on 04/15/16

Wow! I have the ATK Best of 2014 magazine, this is on the cover. Yours looks just as pretty. [NT] - Curious1 - 1:15pm on 04/15/16

Really not that hard. You can find a video on YouTube. [NT] [LINK] - Luisa_Calif - 7:04pm on 04/15/16

28629. Ina Garten's Coquilles St. Jacques, so delicious. I made half the recipe and [LINK] - Curious1 - 1:02pm on 04/15/16 (2)

Did you put this over plain rice? I bet lemon infused Jasmine would be good too. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 1:33pm on 04/15/16

I used jasmine, just cooked with a little salt. There is a lot of flavor in the scallop dish. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:25pm on 04/17/16

28630. Morels ! A gift from my daughter from her trip to Southern Oregon>> [IMAGE] - Luisa_Calif - 4:55pm on 04/15/16 (2)

They look so appetizing - KarenNoCA - 7:34pm on 04/15/16

Hmm on the size... - Luisa_Calif - 7:40pm on 04/15/16

28631. Does anyone else here forage? We got this Miner's Lettuce, a spring treat here. [NT] [IMAGE] - Luisa_Calif - 5:00pm on 04/15/16 (14)

I have foraged for blackberries when traveling in our RV. Every spring I see folks looking - KarenNoCA - 7:38pm on 04/15/16

Watching out for poison oak? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 7:39pm on 04/15/16

We have wood sorrel, plantain... - judy-mass - 10:05am on 04/16/16
We get the fruit from prickly pear cactus and mesquite tree seed pods. - Michael in Phoenix - 12:04pm on 04/16/16

What do yo do with the Mesquite tree pods? Are they like pine nuts? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 2:42pm on 04/16/16

Exactly. They dry on the tree and can be eaten like nuts. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:56am on 04/17/16

Here's an article. They give the species that are edible and a strong warning not to eat... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:03am on 04/17/16

Thanks for the info. None grow around here but we>> - Luisa_Calif - 1:36pm on 04/17/16

If you get down to Phoenix and want to meet for coffee, let me know. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:30am on 04/18/16

We are on a tour so not on our own. Thanks though. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 10:33am on 04/18/16

Gotcha. Maybe next time. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:16pm on 04/19/16

I have made jelly from both prickly pear and mesquite beans. [NT] - daricem - 4:14pm on 05/19/16

Ramps in the spring [NT] - charlie - 7:39am on 04/17/16
We have morels but this year we barely got a mess compared to up to 900 one year. - Music City Missy - 6:07pm on 04/27/16

28632. Massaged Kale Caesar with Low Fat Yogurt Dressing [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 5:14pm on 04/15/16 (3)

I think massaged kale salad is delicious. What is the "crushed" method? I just - Charley - 10:58am on 04/16/16

*Crush the kale* was the terminology used in a yoga magazine eons ago when I made my first kale - MarilynFL - 11:13am on 04/17/16

Sounds like what I do--just rub between my hands with the dressing on it. [NT] - Charley - 4:07pm on 04/17/16

28633. Making the pasta, chicken, bacon spinach dish today. Should I make it EARLY and reheat? - MarilynFL - 8:25am on 04/17/16 (3)

I ate it both ways so make it whenever you have time. I want it again!! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:55am on 04/17/16
It's great both ways. It's just that when it sits for a while the sauce - deb-in-MI - 9:41am on 04/17/16

Thanks ladies. I've not left the kitchen since 10:00 and haven't even got close to this recipe. - MarilynFL - 1:23pm on 04/17/16

28634. Turkey cutlets with anchovy lemon sauce. I did this with chicken last night. [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 8:58am on 04/17/16 (2)

That sounds REALLY good and I really like anchovies!! Thanks. [NT] - Charley - 9:26am on 04/17/16
I love anchovies! I would like to add some capers to this. Yum! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:04pm on 04/19/16

28635. Let's document this once and for all: per Nabisco (Honey Maid), a SHEET of graham cracker - MarilynFL - 1:21pm on 04/17/16 (8)

Are the graham cracker fighting you? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:07pm on 04/17/16

No, I just had a hard time finding substitution data for other recipes. Here's a photo of the cuties [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:48am on 04/18/16

They look fantastic Marilyn! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:00am on 04/18/16
Did they come out of lids ok? I was worried about the lid grooves. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 10:31am on 04/18/16

I poked edges a bit with the tip of a thin knife and pressed base gently upward. Came out intact. - MarilynFL - 11:34am on 04/18/16

Has anyone tried using the old Maider Heatter trick--she says to line the pan... - charlie - 12:13pm on 04/18/16
It would be easier to buy the graham cracker crumbs :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:04pm on 04/20/16

Correct. But that's what started the data search. I only had crumbs, but the recipe - MarilynFL - 5:51am on 04/21/16

28636. Karen, still have chiles? I was perusing the March issue of Cook's Country and saw this, thought [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:03pm on 04/17/16 (1)

Yes, I still have dried chiles. Thanks so much for posting this. Looks delicious. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:24pm on 04/17/16

28637. REC: Blue Bayou Monte Cristo Sandwich from Disneyland [LINK] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 8:03pm on 04/17/16 (6)

They sell you the food, yes, but also the experience of eating in a famous locale. - Michael in Phoenix - 3:28am on 04/18/16
I still order Monte Cristo sandwiches at other restaurants but none can compare to the Blue Bayou's! - Michael in Sarasota - 9:56am on 04/18/16

My son knows the guy who came up with the "fireflies effect" and sold it to Disney. - Michael in Phoenix - 11:35am on 04/18/16

ooooooh! Can you find the link to his website? I LOVE those fireflies! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:12pm on 04/18/16

My son says his name is Tim Carter. Tim has since teamed up with a manufacturer... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:42pm on 04/18/16

Very cool...thank you!!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:03pm on 04/19/16

28638. Totally non-food related chat (TNFRC): We no longer have teenagers. The youngest turns 20 today. [NT] [IMAGE] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:36am on 04/18/16 (40)

Then. [NT] [IMAGE] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:00pm on 04/18/16

Now. [NT] [IMAGE] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:03pm on 04/18/16

Handsome . [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:15pm on 04/18/16

Killer sartorial skills. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:44pm on 04/18/16

He is fit and trim, with an athletic build. He LOVES to dress himself well. - Michael in Phoenix - 1:03pm on 04/18/16

Ladykiller! [NT] - Joe - 12:47am on 04/20/16

Ha! He's such a one-woman-man, you wouldn't believe it. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:47pm on 04/20/16

Precious ! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:14pm on 04/18/16

Thank you, Luisa! My wife is the reason the boys are good lookin'. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:08pm on 04/18/16

He looks like a great kid--Man that is [NT] - charlie - 12:14pm on 04/18/16

He'll always be a kid to Dad. Even when he's 62. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:44pm on 04/18/16

Couldn't be more true! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:50pm on 04/18/16

I'm a very blessed man, charlie. I married waaaay outta my league, and my sons... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:05pm on 04/18/16

That makes two of use--I married WAY out of my league as well. [NT] - charlie - 3:29pm on 04/18/16

That has proven to be a very valuable realization indeed. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:56pm on 04/19/16

What a doll baby as a child. I could just eat mine up at that age! Now, handsome man! - KarenNoCA - 1:04pm on 04/18/16

That little baby picture is our favorite from that time! Those cheeks.... [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:06pm on 04/18/16

...and on his way to his sophomore year in college. [NT] [IMAGE] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:19pm on 04/18/16

What a neat picture. Seems just yesterday you shared pictures at Gail's of you on your wedding day. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:19pm on 04/18/16

Somebody helped me Photoshop out a little corner of one of those pics. Was that you?? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:49pm on 04/19/16

No, I didn't help. Still don't have those skills. They were nice pictures. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:18pm on 04/19/16

Thank you all. Thank you for putting up with my sentimental musings, and for being... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:23pm on 04/18/16

Not to mention making our holidays way more amazing! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:19pm on 04/18/16

What a good looking "Man":) Happy Birthday to him! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:04pm on 04/18/16

Thanks, deb. Takes after his Mom. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:18pm on 04/18/16

Awwwww, how sweet! Happy Birthday to him! (Wow, we've all known each other for a while now, huh?) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:15pm on 04/18/16

I lurked at Gail's Swap in the summer of 1995. First posted there in March of 1996. - Michael in Phoenix - 2:17pm on 04/18/16

I love how you have integrated food into your foundation as a family. My children, a lil younger - barb_b - 5:57pm on 04/18/16

Yeah, he came back to Phoenix for a week in mid-March. He worked us in... - Michael in Phoenix - 12:48pm on 04/19/16

We were very purposeful as far as the family identity was concerned. Our goal... - Michael in Phoenix - 12:55pm on 04/19/16

Great advise and ideas.... Will try your approach. Glad he is enjoying his P experience. - barb_b - 9:55pm on 04/19/16

Great cake for a very handsome young man! Happy Belated 20th Bday! [NT] - SallyBR - 11:28am on 04/19/16

Thanks, Sally. I'll pass it along! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:57pm on 04/19/16

Happy Belated...I can tell how proud you are of your boys! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:26pm on 04/19/16

Does it show? ;) [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:15pm on 04/19/16

Well done, Michael! [NT] - Joe - 12:24am on 04/20/16

Thanks, Joe. I'm a very blessed man. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:46pm on 04/20/16

Fabulous job, dad :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:09pm on 04/20/16

As I mentioned, DW helped a little. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:52am on 04/21/16

;) [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:52am on 04/21/16

28639. Nancy Fuller from Farmhouse Rules made a pork roast today... [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 7:31pm on 04/18/16 (5)

I do something similar with a pork loin roast. I trim it of silverskin, and then coat liberally... - Michael in Phoenix - 12:42pm on 04/19/16

I loved the idea of the herbs under the bacon. I also thought it cool that one could - KarenNoCA - 1:51pm on 04/19/16

Thick cut for center of plate, thin cuts for sandwiches. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:14pm on 04/19/16

You might want to check out this one, too. Has garlic, lol. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 7:31pm on 04/19/16
Just watched this show, learned so much from watching her wrap with bacon. I usually have a hard - Curious1 - 4:43pm on 04/20/16

28640. Are you a fan of seasoned salts? - KarenNoCA - 1:44pm on 04/19/16 (8)

I'm with you, but I do like Morton's Season-All on a hard-boiled egg or cottage cheese. Other than [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:39pm on 04/19/16

I would like to order a few (many) of these! They look and sound great. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 5:11pm on 04/19/16

One time, I ordered a small square tin which had 9 flavored salts in it. I was - KarenNoCA - 7:17pm on 04/19/16

I like truffle salt and a pimenton one I bought in Spain - judy-mass - 5:32pm on 04/19/16

Oh, I always forget about truffle salt. I like it, as well. Must get it out so it's handy. - KarenNoCA - 7:12pm on 04/19/16

That is about what the pimenton is. - judy-mass - 7:48pm on 04/19/16

I really enjoy my seasoned salts from Hawaii. Pretty to look at, nice texture, and fun memories. [NT] - barb_b - 9:57pm on 04/19/16
I like the coarse special ones for finishing dishes. I have always disliked Lawry's, but - Charley - 4:30pm on 04/21/16

28641. How about we do a thread on our "feed a crowd" favorites? - MariaDNoCA - 5:27pm on 04/19/16 (25)

Stupidly Simple Roasted Garlic and Pineapple Tri Tip Marinade [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:30pm on 04/19/16
Quick and Easy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:14pm on 04/19/16
Hard to beat pulled pork.... - SallyBR - 7:49am on 04/20/16

Have to agree on it being hard to beat but if you don't do it in the oven there ain't no crusty - Charley - 8:03am on 04/20/16

You can always spread a layer after slow cooking and broil the top... hummmmm [NT] - SallyBR - 9:19am on 04/20/16

Sally, I love the traditional method and the vinegar sauce is perfect..... - KarenNoCA - 10:11am on 04/20/16

Cole slaw, but with no mayo... ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 11:09am on 04/20/16

Nope, I like a vinegar dressing, sometimes I use mayo, along with a tad sugar and apple cider - KarenNoCA - 11:58am on 04/20/16

Try this recipe for a Lexington style vinegary red cole slaw--Lexington NC is the BBQ - Charley - 10:10am on 04/21/16

Funny you say PPork, I love it too but my SIL has made it the last 3 family gatherings - I'm over it [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:19pm on 04/20/16

Too much of anything is "too much". But for a crowd (a different one each time!!) it - Charley - 4:28pm on 04/21/16

Anyone have a *bacon* favorite for our next work luncheon?I'm keeping this sucker to $10 - MarilynFL - 8:18am on 04/20/16

Fried green tomato BLTs? Even fried red (winter) tomatoes will work.A place here is - Charley - 9:06am on 04/20/16

*Bacon* is a req'd ingredient for the Iron Chef luncheon. I actually thought of a BLT first - MarilynFL - 10:57am on 04/20/16

The pork belly could be the 'wow' factor. And you could make a "bloat" (blt with avacado and onion) - Charley - 12:17pm on 04/20/16
Rec: Tomato bacon tarts [LINK] - barb_b - 12:42pm on 04/20/16
Not T&T, but an idea / rec: Bacon chocolate chip cookies [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 1:02pm on 04/20/16

I don't know if these Bacon Pork Pops on Lemongrass Sticks would [LINK] - orchid - 2:36pm on 04/20/16

They are really nice dipped in this sweet chili sauce [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 2:43pm on 04/20/16

o, I woke up this morning craving these @ 4:00 friggin AM today. And that's just the recipe - MarilynFL - 3:23pm on 04/25/16

And THAT is exactly why we need to be prepared for these 4 AM - orchid - 11:51am on 04/26/16

How about the Bacon Chicken Spinach Pasta? Minus the boxed tomatoes. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:18pm on 04/20/16

As in MAIN dishes? [NT] - cheezz - 11:18pm on 04/20/16

REC: Oven-Fried Chicken [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 11:18pm on 04/20/16
REC: Barbacoa Beef [LINK] - cheezz - 11:19pm on 04/20/16

28642. I made the chicken/bacon/spinach pasta last night and think I screwed it up. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:06am on 04/20/16 (10)

I just read the reviews for this product on Amazon. It rates almost a perfect 5 stars. - KarenNoCA - 11:55am on 04/20/16
Since the tomatoes get cooked a bit in this dish, winter romas work pretty well. I - Charley - 12:20pm on 04/20/16
I guess that "all natural" means no calcium chloride, so the tomatoes don't hold their shape. [NT] - charlie - 1:18pm on 04/20/16

...so if I ate calcium chloride, does that mean I wouldn't have to wear Spanx? [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:18am on 04/21/16

Only if you are a ripe tomato [NT] - charlie - 3:41pm on 04/21/16

I thought she was.... [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 7:51pm on 04/25/16

I had the same experience when I made cioppino using the Pomi chopped. As you can see at the link, [LINK] - Curious1 - 1:29pm on 04/20/16

Ditto for me with Pomi chopped. I haven't used that brand again. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 9:29am on 04/21/16
Cooks Illustrated Taste Test winner was Hunt's Diced Tomatoes. - GeorgiaRose - 10:48am on 04/21/16

I just made the spaghetti & chicken dish 4 the first time last night 4 supper w/ a couple tweaks==> [LINK] - wigs - 12:44pm on 04/21/16

28643. Has anyone made the English Muffin Bread from Cook's Country? My original recipe calls for 2.5 cups [LINK] - Curious1 - 5:01pm on 04/20/16 (3)

I use the King Arthur recipe and am very happy with it. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 8:38pm on 04/25/16

Thank you, I looked it up, it looks easy to make. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:19pm on 04/26/16

Some tips I learned are, spray pan with Pam then sprinkle with the cornmeal. >> - Luisa_Calif - 10:17pm on 04/27/16

28644. Vaguely Vietnamese slow cooked pork--DD fixed this over the weekend and gave me - Charley - 10:03am on 04/21/16 (9)

Printed! Thanks! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:18am on 04/21/16
Concidence: I saved that recipe to try soon.. seems really really tasty! [NT] - SallyBR - 1:40pm on 04/21/16
How much rice vinegar? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:56pm on 04/21/16

1/3 cup [NT] - Charley - 4:26pm on 04/21/16

Mmm! Thanks for posting. I might make this for Mothers day. What would you suggest for sides? [NT] - barb_b - 1:31pm on 04/22/16

There's the slaw that goes with it. Maybe some veggies and dip if you wanted it - Charley - 12:07pm on 04/23/16

Yum! Thanks for the inspriration! [NT] - barb_b - 1:29pm on 04/23/16

Oven cooking - Pam - 3:53pm on 04/22/16

300* for 4-5 hours. [NT] - Charley - 12:04pm on 04/23/16

28645. For those who celebrate, I wish you a happy passover holiday. When I get out of the kitchen next - elaine - 11:17am on 04/21/16 (3)

Thank you! Same to you:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:18pm on 04/21/16
Peace. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:01pm on 04/22/16
Happy passover! I look forward to hearing about your menu / recipes! [NT] - barb_b - 1:28pm on 04/23/16

28646. Last night I made a side dish with Lacinato Kale which was excellent... - KarenNoCA - 7:33pm on 04/21/16 (4)

Love greens. Where are the prosciutto bits located in your store? - Curious1 - 4:21pm on 04/22/16

I made this recently with beet greens, but kale is one of the suggested greens. Delicious and easy. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:24pm on 04/22/16
I shop three stores and cannot remember where I got them. They come from Volpi processed meats - KarenNoCA - 7:10pm on 04/22/16

Thanks Karen, I think I might be able to find that here. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:32pm on 04/23/16

28647. Asparagus in miso butter - Charley - 11:41am on 04/22/16 (2)

Now how did you know I bought my first tub of miso & am looking for ways to use it? I linked recipe [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:10pm on 04/22/16

Thanks. Miso makes a GREAT salad dressing. I'll see if I have the recipe I like. [NT] - Charley - 7:08am on 04/23/16

28648. Fascinating article on Farm to Fable Restaurants [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 3:51pm on 04/22/16 (1)

Doesn't really surprise me....if those restaurateurs don't make it in their current profession, they - wigs - 5:32pm on 04/22/16

28649. If I don't have whole milk but I have whipping cream and 1 % milk, - oli - 10:04pm on 04/22/16 (4)

I do it all the time with half and half mixed with 1% milk. Ratio of 2/3 cup milk to 1/3 cup half - Curious1 - 11:43pm on 04/22/16
It depends on what you are doing--cooking? - Charley - 6:53am on 04/23/16

Thanks, Charley. - oli - 12:49pm on 04/23/16

Could have used your 1% plus a bit of butter to the amount of liquid. [NT] - Charley - 8:40pm on 04/23/16

28650. Making fluffy white icing - oli - 12:54pm on 04/23/16 (13)

Two things --you have to bring the egg mixture to 160 degrees and you have to ... - charlie - 3:59pm on 04/23/16

Is this a divinity frosting? Where you heat the sugar to 240* and beat in the egg whites? - Charley - 4:30pm on 04/23/16
That's what my recipe says to do, but it came out loose, perhaps it was the long trip. - oli - 5:25pm on 04/23/16

I've had good luck with this- REC: White Mountain Frosting - judy-mass - 6:14pm on 04/23/16
I think this is a delicate icing--needs to be used within hours. Not refrigerated or - Charley - 8:39pm on 04/23/16
Did you beat it to stiff peaks? Was your cake warm?Are you sure of the 160* temp? - Charley - 7:23am on 04/24/16

No problem Charley, I think it was the long trip that made it loose. At home it was just fine. - oli - 9:42am on 04/26/16

Maybe overcooking. I use the touch method to the center of the cake--and if it has - Charley - 12:42pm on 04/26/16

Another great marshmallow icing made with marshmallows - rhoward2va - 7:11pm on 04/23/16
I use this very icing on REC: Lemon Layer Cake from CI..... - charlie - 8:13pm on 04/23/16

Thats the recipe I am using [NT] - oli - 8:52pm on 04/23/16

You could try this REC: 7 minute icing... - charlie - 1:50pm on 04/24/16

My results with the cake part - oli - 11:48am on 04/25/16

28651. Spend a lovely evening with colleen (momoftwo) and Angie - MarilynFL - 9:24am on 04/24/16 (9)

Lovely! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:26am on 04/24/16
Old friends. Best friends :-) [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 10:16am on 04/24/16
YAY!! I love the concept of the Tavern Swirl.... [NT] - barb_b - 3:41pm on 04/24/16
How fun for all of you! Is the chowder mixing a Florida thing? I've never seen it anywhere - CynUpstateNY - 11:29am on 04/25/16

Could be...it was the first time I've seen it. Both flavors were quite good and full of meat. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:51pm on 04/25/16
Chart House menage(-a-trois) - colleenmomof2 - 11:18am on 04/26/16

Sounds sooooo good! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:04pm on 04/26/16

All excellent but in 3 bowls, not swirled - colleenmomof2 - 5:20pm on 04/26/16

So cool! [NT] - Joe - 9:59pm on 04/25/16

28652. The green beans are in at the Farmer's Market, and here is one of my favorite recipes [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 12:55pm on 04/25/16 (4)

YUM! I love the idea of adding garlic, basil and green beans. Thx for posting. [NT] - barb_b - 6:38pm on 04/25/16
I love fresh green beans roasted--like eating candy. Also just stir fried with a little - Charley - 9:17am on 04/26/16

I love the lemon infused green beans too....usually how I fix them, but those little - KarenNoCA - 9:59am on 04/26/16

Your t'giving beans sound a bit like a dish here called Greek green beans. And yes to - Charley - 12:41pm on 04/26/16

28653. I had the great time of once again seeing our friend Joanie2.... What a fun meet up. - barb_b - 6:30pm on 04/25/16 (6)

so, you be island-hoppin', (wo)man? Miss Joanie and her sammies. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:52pm on 04/25/16

Always!!! You are so lucky to live near the water!!! [NT] - barb_b - 4:52pm on 04/26/16

How wonderful! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:33am on 04/26/16
How nice, I've missed her here. Is all well with her and she's still enjoying island life? [NT] - Curious1 - 2:29pm on 04/26/16

Yes! As fun and busy as ever. Such a treat to see catch up with eat.at friends. [NT] - barb_b - 4:53pm on 04/26/16

Great fun! I haven't seen her around in some time. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:25pm on 04/27/16

28654. Martha Stuart's Pickled Red Cabbage. It's so simple, and it went great with Julia Child's Lentil [LINK] - Joe - 10:22pm on 04/25/16 (1)

I love quick pickling veggies... - Richard in Cincy - 2:23pm on 04/27/16

28655. I made Braised Chicken with Artichokes & Olives from NYT last night. Really delicious and it was [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:39pm on 04/26/16 (1)

Sounds wonderful! Includes all my favorites, thanks for posting! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:22pm on 04/28/16

28656. Any hints on beer-batter cod? Types of beer, temperature, should the fish be cold or - MarilynFL - 7:24am on 04/27/16 (9)

Only things I can suggest is that your batter be thinner rather than thicker. . . - mistral - 11:11am on 04/27/16

When we previewed my son's college, we sat in on a biology class lecture. The Professor was writing - Michael in Phoenix - 11:38am on 04/27/16

Good description of how the beer batter's consistency should be. . . - mistral - 11:52am on 04/27/16

Thanks m&M! I had the cod all ready, but a bad night's sleep (or more accurately, lack of sleep) - MarilynFL - 6:37am on 04/28/16

mistral, the *Fokker* reference was simply a Google search for *thermistor* & heat transfer - MarilynFL - 6:56am on 04/28/16

Once upon a time in college I got as far as the first, introductory, quarte of Calculus. . . - mistral - 12:39pm on 04/28/16

...even more impressive is that *simultaneous equation* now made sense. - MarilynFL - 2:10pm on 04/28/16

Ain't it amazing, what pops up from memory that you didn't think you knew? (nt) [NT] - mistral - 3:56pm on 04/28/16

My middle name? [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:56am on 04/29/16

28657. Had to share - made the fluffiest gnocchi that I've ever had>> [LINK] - michelle - 9:11am on 04/27/16 (9)

This gives me hope! Thank you! - deb-in-MI - 10:59am on 04/27/16
I just made sweet potato gnocchi yesterday! - Luisa_Calif - 1:25pm on 04/27/16

Hey Luisa - please share your recipe and process - colleenmomof2 - 8:57am on 04/30/16

Well practice gives experience, thus more chance of success>> - Luisa_Calif - 12:21pm on 05/01/16

Some pix [NT] [LINK] - Luisa_Calif - 12:42pm on 05/01/16

Lovely! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:41am on 05/02/16

I also like to serve them with Puttanesca Sauce [NT] [IMAGE] - Luisa_Calif - 5:11pm on 05/01/16

Sorry about those double images. I've tried everywhichway to change that but>> - Luisa_Calif - 10:29am on 05/02/16

Love the tips! Thanks for posting! [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 8:58am on 04/30/16

28658. LisainLA, are you still at the same mailing address? [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:14am on 04/28/16 (1)

She is! :-) Sending you an email, Mar. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:08pm on 04/29/16

28659. Sara Moulton's *Home Cooking 101* has a beautiful apricot souffle that is [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:22am on 04/28/16 (8)

Here is newspaper article showing a few of her hints. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:22am on 04/28/16
Here's her apricot souffle recipe, but not the photos on how to get the swirl. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:33am on 04/28/16

I'm going to try and describe her souffle shaping steps [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:11am on 04/29/16

I miss not seeing Sara's shows on TV anymore. She is a great chef, a real person, - KarenNoCA - 10:22am on 04/29/16

Could not agree more... instead we have to endure Guy Fieri (don't get me started) [NT] - SallyBR - 10:34am on 04/29/16

He has never been one of the shows I watch. Cannot tolerate him. What a mess. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:31am on 04/29/16

Oh, I don't watch him either, but.... - SallyBR - 2:24pm on 04/29/16

She is on Create TV. Currently carried in our area by a PBS station. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 2:39pm on 04/29/16

28660. Made the angle hair pasta with bacon for our BACONALIA yesterday. Thanks for - MarilynFL - 8:57am on 04/28/16 (9)

I will bet it was because folks thought it was too hard!! Deelicious. [NT] - Charley - 9:15am on 04/28/16
You are a hoot. And so darn nice!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:15am on 04/28/16
That is too funny! The ate it up but too embarrassed to ask for the recipe..... - KarenNoCA - 10:35am on 04/28/16

;) I'd send the recipe to everyone in a bulk email - colleenmomof2 - 8:28am on 04/30/16

Mar, was it as incredibly tasty as everyone has found? - colleenmomof2 - 8:30am on 04/30/16

It's a very nice dish, but how could a simple pasta dish compete against *Armadillo Balls*? - MarilynFL - 1:09pm on 05/01/16

;) a bunch of guys eating free food - colleenmomof2 - 8:03am on 05/02/16

LOL!! [NT] - Curious1 - 3:40pm on 04/30/16

Gosh Mar, maybe the sign made them feel too guilty to ask for the recipe? [NT] - orchid - 2:55pm on 04/28/16

28661. Just picked up the best strawberries SO! CI's Strawberry Shortcake... - charlie - 6:07pm on 04/28/16 (4)

Saw this in the new CI and it looked wonderful. Do you think you'd have to eat it all on the same - CynUpstateNY - 3:47pm on 04/29/16

Yes Yes Yes---I like the presentation of this--for a party perhaps [NT] - charlie - 6:15pm on 04/29/16

I opted to use Martha's version REC: Strawberry Shortcake--it was buttery and flaky... - charlie - 3:00pm on 05/01/16

I think I prefer the scone/biscuit shortcake for Strawberry Shortcake - Luisa_Calif - 3:49pm on 05/02/16

28662. ISO - time needed to reheat quiches and stratas - Anna_X - 9:53pm on 04/28/16 (9)

375 degrees for 10 minutes on lightly oiled parchment paper>>> - Michael in Sarasota - 7:31am on 04/29/16

Seems so short. What about if still in those ceramic dishes? [NT] - Anna_X - 1:38pm on 04/29/16

Are these large (8-9") dishes? I agree that 10 minutes won't quite do it. I wonder - Charley - 3:51pm on 04/29/16
If you can take them out of the fridge for about 30 minutes ahead>> - Luisa_Calif - 9:58pm on 04/29/16

Yes, that's the concern with making ahead [NT] - Anna_X - 2:21am on 04/30/16

When it comes to quiches, I like to slice them while cold and reheat them on a baking sheet. - Joe - 10:09pm on 04/29/16

Thanks for the ideas! I will cook ahead, slice , and heat - Anna_X - 2:24am on 04/30/16

I don't know your time plan or numbers but have you considered making the - Charley - 6:57am on 04/30/16

YES! 10-15 minutes reheated well. - Anna_X - 7:16pm on 04/30/16

28663. Made these in Today's Bunnery [LINK] - Luisa_Calif - 8:58pm on 04/29/16 (2)

Gorgeous! - Michael in Phoenix - 11:38am on 04/30/16

Ditto...just perfect looking. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:31am on 05/04/16

28664. Chris Kimball redux. Just noticed that he is still the "signer" of ATKRadiogram. I guess - Charley - 10:52am on 04/30/16 (0)

28665. Could someone please post or link the strawberry sorbet recipe - Dawn_MO - 12:16pm on 04/30/16 (5)

Dawn, I sent you an email. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:04pm on 04/30/16

Could you resend it to - Dawn_MO - 3:40pm on 04/30/16

My "Joy" doesn't have a sorbet recipe, perhaps someone has an older edtion that does. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:32pm on 04/30/16
This is from my Joy published in 1964 - Not sorbet but sherbet - rhoward2va - 4:59pm on 04/30/16

My JOC is from 1951. It doesn't contain the word *Sorbet* but has several - MarilynFL - 1:19pm on 05/01/16

28666. On the subject of quiche... a lighter version with sweet potato crust.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 12:28pm on 04/30/16 (0)

28667. Ya see! YA SEE! **THIS** is why I buy fresh cranberries in the fall, throw them in the freezer and - MarilynFL - 12:50pm on 05/01/16 (11)

I so totally agree! There lurks a 3 lb bag of 3 year old cranberries >> - Luisa_Calif - 12:57pm on 05/01/16
Ellie Kriegers's Double Berry Almond Breakfast Cookie - MarilynFL - 12:57pm on 05/01/16

I did the same search about four years ago. Now I throw 5 bags in the freezer - CynUpstateNY - 2:31pm on 05/01/16

Cyn, what are you making with your frozen cranberries? - colleenmomof2 - 8:09am on 05/02/16

I love cranberry sauce so I use some for that. Had a few friends over for a last minute dinner and [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 10:07am on 05/02/16

My sister lives on Cape Cod so she always brings me some or I go to the bogs when I'm there. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:08am on 05/02/16

I feel your pain and I make sure I have a good stash in the freezer - orchid - 3:56pm on 05/01/16
I wonder why Ocean Spray, etc doesn't sell them frozen, they freeze so well. I'm thinking it has to - Curious1 - 4:53pm on 05/01/16

Pretty sure I've seen them in our Harris Teeter. [NT] - Charley - 5:49pm on 05/01/16
One year the store I shopped in put a stash in their freezer section... - KarenNoCA - 7:13pm on 05/01/16

They breed in my freezer. Every year I toss a bag or two in and forget I've already got some. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:04am on 05/04/16

28668. If you just read my cranky post above about NOT finding fresh or frozen cranberries, you - MarilynFL - 1:06pm on 05/01/16 (20)

Marilyn, Here is something very interesting and it uses dried apricots - Apricot Souffle Cake it [LINK] - GayR - 1:15pm on 05/01/16

I'm afraid to look. Is the Lass gonna make me drive all over Scotland looking for Scottish apricots? [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:24pm on 05/01/16

No it is very safe to look .... no trip to Scotland necessary unless of course you are curious about - GayR - 1:26pm on 05/01/16

That does look nice...and is almost the same recipe. So, is apricot marmalade the same as - MarilynFL - 9:37am on 05/02/16

I've seen the California apricots at Trader Joe's [NT] - charlie - 2:57pm on 05/01/16
You bought ALL those? - Luisa_Calif - 4:47pm on 05/01/16

Yes I did. Mariani clearly states Dried Apricots (Product of Turkey) on the back. - MarilynFL - 5:56pm on 05/01/16

They are hard to find even here, the once Apricot capitol. You want me to look and send you some? [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:42pm on 05/01/16

oh yes, please! Dried is what I'm after. I'll call Trader Joe's today (Orlando) and check there too. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:31am on 05/02/16

Nope...our Trader Joe's only has Turkish apricots. The poor guy on the phone was - MarilynFL - 9:44am on 05/02/16

I think they might've had Katy, they've never had Blenheims. Royal Blenheims are the bomb! - MariaDNoCA - 1:07pm on 05/02/16

Not to worry! How much do you need? --- I'll send you some. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:00pm on 05/02/16

Recipe calls for 6 oz. Many thanks, Maria! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:09pm on 05/02/16

Just emailed you so you could remind me of your address. :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:28pm on 05/02/16
Done. Look for a FedEx on Wednesday... - MariaDNoCA - 7:05pm on 05/02/16

You're my hero...thanks, Maria! [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:38am on 05/03/16

Received and gasped at the gorgeous color! Renumeration on the way..thanks again, Maria! [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:20am on 05/05/16

More than welcome. :) Let us know how it turns out! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:01pm on 05/05/16

I'm smiling imagining stewed apricots for dessert - colleenmomof2 - 8:14am on 05/02/16
Rec: Roast Pork Tenderloin with Pears & Dried Apricots is one way to use some of those. - Curious1 - 6:08pm on 05/02/16

28669. ...so how much fiber do you think was in that? - MarilynFL - 4:58pm on 05/01/16 (4)

Ha Ha Ha Ha I can't stop laughing--at least it wasn't the sometime surprise at the bottom of a box.. - charlie - 5:50pm on 05/01/16

Ewwww! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 9:13pm on 05/01/16

Did you see Eye in the Sky? - colleenmomof2 - 8:26am on 05/02/16

No...went with a friend to Star Wars since she had not seen it yet. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:31am on 05/02/16

28670. Okay, time for more assistance from the greatest team on earth. What can I use [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:56am on 05/03/16 (26)

Sorry, I think it has to be sesame oil. I guess sesame paste would work. [NT] - Charley - 7:24am on 05/03/16
I'd buy the tahini--the asian toasted stuff would just not be right.Sure makes a boat load a sprouts [NT] - charlie - 8:40am on 05/03/16
I think you could try this recipe for tahini - it's just sesame seeds and olive oil [LINK] - LisainLA - 9:50am on 05/03/16

I make homemade tahini all the time- it is very easy. Try it Marilyn. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:13pm on 05/03/16

Thanks everyone! Since I have the seeds and a Vitamix, I'll give homemade a shot. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:16pm on 05/03/16

I'd toast the seeds. - Charley - 5:55pm on 05/03/16

Wow ! Thanks for this! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 5:33pm on 05/03/16
Thanks from me, too! Very interesting blog. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:59pm on 05/03/16

I do--REC: Shawarma Spiced Chicken Pita with Tahini Yogurt Sauce... - charlie - 5:43pm on 05/05/16

should be at the end [NT] - charlie - 7:04am on 05/06/16

I knew this was for me charlie and it sure reads delicious. Thanks! [NT] - orchid - 7:26am on 05/06/16

I stand corrected. Both Tahini and Sesame Paste are toasted. The difference is that - charlie - 12:21am on 05/04/16

Thanks Charlie, cleared it up for me, too. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:52pm on 05/04/16

What about replacing tahini with mayo? [NT] - Sylvia - 6:56am on 05/04/16

Sylvia, I don't use tahini enough to know whether that would work with this recipe. I've only - MarilynFL - 8:23am on 05/04/16

It would change the entire dish, although it might be good--just different. I will - Charley - 8:58am on 05/04/16
Melissa recently posted some great sounding dishes with Tahini. One was a dressing, one a salad. - barb_b - 4:01pm on 05/04/16

I have a peanut-butter-type cookie made with tahini - colleenmomof2 - 7:06am on 05/05/16

Here's a good to one to add to your repertoire. REC: Hoisin-Glazed Pork Chops... - charlie - 6:24pm on 05/04/16

M--next time you are in the area try the Gypsy Queen--great felafel and swarms [NT] - charlie - 1:42pm on 05/05/16

darn spell correct---ie swarma [NT] - charlie - 1:44pm on 05/05/16

Oooh how I miss good shawarmas. [NT] - orchid - 1:51pm on 05/05/16

What she said BG [NT] - charlie - 2:58pm on 05/05/16

;o) Do you have a great recipe for them? [NT] - orchid - 3:20pm on 05/05/16

Trying to make it up there at the end of May. Will you be around? [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:50pm on 05/06/16

Yes we will be here--just let us know when. - charlie - 7:18pm on 05/06/16

28671. More frozen fruits & veggies (even organics) recalled for Listeria [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:42am on 05/04/16 (4)

I guess the notice my CSA is starting soon has come in the nick of time! [NT] - Tess - 8:29am on 05/04/16
Wow that is a huge recall, most of those brands I have never heard of - KarenNoCA - 1:01pm on 05/04/16

It IS a huge list. I saw many store brands listed I recognize: TJ's,Costco, Safeway, Walmart, etc. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:31pm on 05/04/16

Huge indeed, makes me wonder if there will be a shortage of frozen peas for awhile. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:54pm on 05/04/16

28672. I made this Ricotta from Fine Cooking - so easy and good! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 10:06am on 05/04/16 (2)

Homemade ricotta-type cheese IS so much better. That's the only thing I use for Cavatelli since >> - Luisa_Calif - 11:01am on 05/04/16

Oh - I'll definitely try it again with buttermilk - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:37am on 05/05/16

28673. ...and now for something pretty >>> [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 2:22pm on 05/04/16 (4)

Those cakes are beautiful! Since I'm not an avid fan of frosting, those partial naked layers really - wigs - 3:07pm on 05/04/16

So beautiful, and I am especially drawn to this type of style, looks so intricate [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 10:03am on 05/05/16
wigs, I wondered the same thing, but w/o detail work, these could be constructed - MarilynFL - 12:44pm on 05/06/16

Loverly:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:37am on 05/05/16

28674. Ina Garten's Make Ahead Coquilles St. Jacques is a winner [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 10:10am on 05/05/16 (5)

Isn't this a delicious dish? What did you serve with it? Half the recipe was way - Curious1 - 11:09am on 05/05/16

I served with fresh lettuce from our garden, a few Cherry tomatoes and thinly sliced radish with a - KarenNoCA - 4:13pm on 05/05/16

Lovely meal, I will definitely make the dish again. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:21pm on 05/05/16

oh, you don't bake it until you bake it. I was wondering how you kept scallops from getting tough. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:05pm on 05/05/16

The recipe is a Make Ahead dish from Ina's book. That is why I said it was so nice - KarenNoCA - 4:15pm on 05/05/16

28675. The Make A Wish foundation gifted my grandson with a cruise [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 5:33pm on 05/05/16 (12)

How wonderful is that? - judy-mass - 6:36pm on 05/05/16

Fantastic!! It's a great organization! My niece was also gifted! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:47pm on 05/05/16

Great news Dawn. What a wonderful gift for the family. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:04pm on 05/05/16
I am so happy to hear how well he is doing! That was my morning smile. They will LOVE the cruise! [NT] - barb_b - 5:50am on 05/06/16

Mine too! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:34am on 05/06/16

My wish was for Luke to get better. GRANTED! [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:31am on 05/06/16
How wonderful! Make sure he makes the tour out to the howler monkey preserve. - cheezz - 12:01pm on 05/06/16

Got to love that you wrote a sentence that included *howler monkeys*. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:37pm on 05/08/16

It's curiously rare that you can use a sentence with howler monkeys :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:18pm on 05/19/16

They come right down to you - this would never be allowed in the US :) [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 5:26pm on 05/19/16

Utterly fantastic! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:25am on 05/07/16
So glad he's better and has such a fun trip to take with family! - Heather_in_SF - 2:20pm on 05/09/16

28676. I know things like this have been posted before but it never ceases to amaze me. - CynUpstateNY - 6:45pm on 05/05/16 (4)

That is because that order is filled by a private company. Look on the left side under - KarenNoCA - 7:02pm on 05/05/16
Same thing with a small poly cutting board that was $4, shipping $22. Private company as Karen said [NT] - Curious1 - 7:19pm on 05/05/16
It is always that way with "stuff" IMO. I do love Amazon Prime for lots of reasons - Charley - 9:04pm on 05/05/16
Ordered from the left...Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:02am on 05/07/16

28677. Evelyn/Athens Pastitsio, I would like to make it and hold unbaked for several hours. Has anyone [LINK] - Curious1 - 7:17pm on 05/05/16 (5)

I think of pastitsio as similar to lasagne, so I would be in inclined to bake ahead and - LisainLA - 12:22am on 05/06/16

Thanks Lisa, I think I'll switch to a recipe that states can be made ahead then baked before serving [NT] - Curious1 - 1:15pm on 05/06/16

I think it can be held and baked. I never reheat lasagna, for example, but bake it - Charley - 7:26am on 05/07/16

I think you could make in the morning and refrigerate until you want to bake it later that day. - KarenNoCA - 1:18pm on 05/06/16

Just found this Pastitsio reheating advice. . . [LINK] - mistral - 1:45pm on 05/06/16

28678. What mushroom would you serve to "top off" a hamburger? Sliced with butter? burgundy mushrooms? [NT] - barb_b - 5:38am on 05/06/16 (2)

I like cooking sliced baby portabellos in butter until they exude all their moisture and turn meaty. - MarilynFL - 8:52am on 05/06/16
What Marilyn said, always butter with a little EVOO so the butter does not burn and - KarenNoCA - 1:11pm on 05/06/16

28679. Ideas of what to fill little filo cups with as appetizers - deb-in-MI - 1:26pm on 05/06/16 (14)

Grated Monterey Jack & chopped chiles. Then top with a little salsa when you take them out of oven [NT] - rhoward2va - 3:13pm on 05/06/16
One of my favorites is a simple chicken salad. - orchid - 3:33pm on 05/06/16

And shrimp salad also works well in those. Brie and chutney is another. [NT] - Charley - 8:11pm on 05/06/16

Saut�ed mushrooms and a pat of brie [NT] - charlie - 7:16pm on 05/06/16

Yum!!! Caramelized onion would be a lovely addition, I think. And crispy bacon bits. Or both, LOLOL. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 9:52pm on 05/06/16

At the link is a recipe for ahi tuna in wonton cups that's great. Filo can [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 9:36pm on 05/06/16
I've also done crab/ginger/lime, and smoked chicken/olive/parsley pesto, at the link [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 9:39pm on 05/06/16
Smoked Salmon, Creme Fraiche and Lime is another yummy one from an hors d'ouerve book I like alot. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 9:45pm on 05/06/16

at the link is the book....Hors d'oeurves by Eric Treuille and Victoria [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 9:47pm on 05/06/16

Thank you - this is so helpful!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:14am on 05/07/16
Good Lord, now all I want is an aged butler to bring me a 3-tiered stand of filled filo cups. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:29pm on 05/07/16

Could I have Jonny Depp as my butler? Yes? [NT] - SallyBR - 9:39pm on 05/08/16

Yes. Yes, you may. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:44am on 05/09/16

REC: Filo Cups with Brie and Walnut-Grape Salsa - Heather_in_SF - 2:18pm on 05/09/16

28680. Happy Mother's Day! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:07am on 05/08/16 (3)

To everyone who has ever comforted a person or animal, you are a mother & this is your day. Enjoy. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:42am on 05/08/16

Aw....that is sweet of you Marilyn [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:21pm on 05/08/16

Happy Mother's Day! Here is a NFRvideo that shares a little slice of happy for all those who nurture [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 2:30pm on 05/08/16

28681. My copy of Sara Moulton's Home Cooking 101 arrived two days ago - KarenNoCA - 12:15pm on 05/08/16 (0)

28682. Behold the Power of Eat.at Kindness and Generosity. Remember this rant: [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:59am on 05/09/16 (21)

...and so a CA angel came to my aid: [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:00am on 05/09/16

...which let me make these: [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:00am on 05/09/16

...which ends up like this. I hope I made you proud, Sara Moulton. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:01am on 05/09/16

PS: These are my first souffles. Ever. Which just goes to show how well Sara teaches. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:44am on 05/09/16

PPS: Sara is correct. The flavor profile of CA versus Turkey apricots is truly remarkable. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:22am on 05/09/16
Nicely done, Mar! Were they as delicious as they look? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:02am on 05/09/16

Pat, they have a very delicate flavor that was quite lovely. I wished I'd save a bit - MarilynFL - 11:08am on 05/09/16

Thanks for the info, Mar. I'm a big fan of mini desserts and could - Pat-NoCal - 7:42pm on 05/09/16

4-oz would be perfect...leaving the lucky recipient wanting *just a little bit* more! [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:47am on 05/10/16

WOW! Those look truly stunning! You never made a souffle before? Looks fantastic [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 4:10pm on 05/09/16

Funny you should mention growing one as I'm actually considering planting - Pat-NoCal - 7:39pm on 05/09/16

What zone are you? I think you are in 9b same as me. [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 9:45pm on 05/09/16

I'm a big fan of Dave Wilson Nursery trees... we have several. Their website has [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 12:19pm on 05/10/16

You could get a "fruit cocktail" tree that has both or more... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 4:29pm on 05/10/16

Not a bad idea. Arborist neighbor just today suggested a - Pat-NoCal - 6:47pm on 05/10/16

Squirrels and birds is why I want to espalier - and why I don't have a cherry tree. - MariaDNoCA - 9:29pm on 05/10/16

They are beauties! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:24am on 05/09/16

Marilyn, Fantastic job......... [NT] - GayR - 7:55am on 05/09/16
I think Sara has a Facebook page, you should post your comment and picture there for her to see! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:14pm on 05/09/16

K, I don't do Facebook. Aren't you enjoying her book! Her brussel sprouts are next on my list. - MarilynFL - 2:06pm on 05/09/16

Well we are kindred spirits, one of the few that do not do Facebook! - KarenNoCA - 7:31pm on 05/09/16

28683. Big thanks to Marg/CDN for the Braised Chicken with Tomatoes and Olives [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 11:06am on 05/09/16 (2)

Thanks Pat and Marg! We thought this was delicious. I used two bone-in chicken breasts instead of - Curious1 - 2:09pm on 05/14/16

So glad you enjoyed it too, C1. Looking forward to - Pat-NoCal - 9:23am on 05/15/16

28684. Can I substitute Egg Beaters Egg Whites for egg whites in a Fluffy White Icing? [NT] - oli - 11:39am on 05/09/16 (2)

Here is what America's Test Kitchens say about this - KarenNoCA - 7:41pm on 05/09/16

I didn't have any luck using liquid egg whites for Swiss Meringue Icing, but I also - MarilynFL - 7:33am on 05/10/16

28685. Judy could you email me at - Dawn_MO - 6:51pm on 05/09/16 (1)

Sent this morning. [NT] - judy-mass - 8:19am on 05/10/16

28686. Just curious, how many of you do mis en place before baking or cooking? I never used too, but - CynUpstateNY - 10:15am on 05/10/16 (18)

I do it, especially when a recipe has a bunch of smaller amounts. Good for new recipes also. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:22am on 05/10/16
About 50/50. Depends on the recipe and how much coffee I've had. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:27am on 05/10/16
Yes and no. Last night I did for "beef stew in 30 minutes" (yep, it can be done, lol) and - Pat-NoCal - 11:33am on 05/10/16

Ditto - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:33pm on 05/10/16
I should have added that at work, - Pat-NoCal - 6:51pm on 05/10/16

Always for stir-fry, including the sauce. Overcooks otherwise. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:39am on 05/10/16
Yes and No. We were taught to do mis en place in school, but now I do some and.. - charlie - 1:23pm on 05/10/16

Always, it is what I do every morning, as I cannot stand to do prep work in the afternoons. - KarenNoCA - 2:34pm on 05/10/16

Always, for everything! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:49pm on 05/10/16
Sometimes, but I feel like my kitchen is so small sometimes it's more of a pain - MariaDNoCA - 9:22pm on 05/10/16

I feeeeel your pain; my kitchen is so small that when I make stir fry I end up lining up. . . - mistral - 11:30pm on 05/10/16

Small kitchens can be a joy and a curse. Our kitchen gained a lot of space when we remodeled - KarenNoCA - 9:56am on 05/11/16

My BIL designed/built my sister's house and I love the kitchen - MariaDNoCA - 5:40pm on 05/11/16

One thing I recently learned was my air bake cookie sheets exactly fit over each side of my sink - MariaDNoCA - 5:46pm on 05/11/16

Here is a link for some other ideas one can use for small spaces. [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 7:21pm on 05/11/16

Thanks, most of these I use - MariaDNoCA - 8:51pm on 05/13/16

almost always when making dinner. Almost never when baking, which I seldom do. [NT] - Curious1 - 1:19pm on 05/11/16
I always do a "mise en place" when baking several of the same rec.I recently cranked out 5 Foolproof [LINK] - wigs - 5:25pm on 05/11/16

28687. Has anyone made poppy seed filling from scratch? I made nutrolls and a poppy seed roll [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:44am on 05/11/16 (18)

Yes have made it. Before there was canned there was homemade - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:14pm on 05/11/16

Excellent. I have a small coffee grinder. What did you think of Jo's recipe (with citrus flavoring)? - MarilynFL - 12:53pm on 05/11/16

oh, by the way, I used your potica nut filling recipe. Thanks again! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:36pm on 05/11/16

Glad you tried it Marilyn- and I would try the poppy seed filling recipe - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:54pm on 05/11/16

My life became a whole lot easier when I learned to use a pastry - orchid - 1:06pm on 05/11/16

Grinding some white rice after aromatic spices helps remove residue and odor. [NT] - Curious1 - 1:11pm on 05/11/16

In addtion, I find processing some baking soda in the coffee grinder also helps to remove - Pat-NoCal - 1:21pm on 05/11/16

Baking soda is a brilliant idea! Some spices are very strong and I do - orchid - 2:25pm on 05/11/16
Thanks Pat! I tried some baking soda in my grinder, it worked well and the grinder smelled - Curious1 - 3:11pm on 05/12/16

Terrific! I'm happy to hear you also had good results, C1. Sometimes I do the - Pat-NoCal - 9:27pm on 05/12/16

My mom and I used a small hand grinder, similar to hand cranked meat grinders. - oli - 1:16pm on 05/11/16

I know that this is no help, but I remember that in NYC there was a store called Lekvar by the ... - charlie - 3:13pm on 05/11/16

When we want jam we say Lekvar [NT] - oli - 11:35am on 05/12/16

I thought lekvar was prune filling? [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:45pm on 05/12/16

Many uses, I guess. I like it on toast. Sold near the preserves. [NT] - charlie - 6:35pm on 05/17/16

Poppy seeds were illegal to bring into Saudi Arabia. I had to get - orchid - 3:43pm on 05/11/16

I warned B to avoid drugs testing after eating; could get a False Positive (ha!) [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:27am on 05/12/16

This is the kind of grinder I have used. I lost mine so now I use a little coffee grinder. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:56pm on 05/11/16

28688. I want to make these chicken meatballs but pork is at a pretty good [LINK] [IMAGE] - orchid - 4:52pm on 05/11/16 (9)

I say go for it; it should be fine. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:54pm on 05/11/16

--just use the lean ground pork, not the other stuff! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:55pm on 05/11/16

Yep, great. Thanks [NT] - orchid - 6:12pm on 05/11/16
what does that mean? *not the other stuff*? [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:48am on 05/12/16

Not the plain ol' fatty pork that is available as simply "Ground Pork" in the meat cases here - mistral - 3:11pm on 05/12/16

oh...okay. I buy pork about once a year. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:51am on 05/13/16

I may be very lucky but our ground pork is quite "lean"--very little renders out comparatively. Just - Charley - 10:26am on 05/13/16

...but if you do decide to go with chicken, this is similar and quite delicious. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:31am on 05/12/16
No problem at all and might even be more flavorful, IMO. [NT] - Charley - 11:25am on 05/12/16

28689. Different type of Marble cake... [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:02pm on 05/11/16 (13)

The recipe... [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:08pm on 05/11/16
Incredible! Would love to hear if anyone tries this! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:29am on 05/12/16

I think I might have everything for this. I wish she'd given the strength for the gelatin. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:02am on 05/12/16

Can anyone access this link? It uses gelatin leaves for the glaze. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:18am on 05/12/16

Yes, I could access it. Gulf Gourmet magazines online. Interesting. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:17am on 05/13/16

I can't access it. Could you post the recipe please? [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:36am on 05/13/16

The link is to a food industry magazine. I don't see a recipe in it that uses gelatin leaves. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:27am on 05/14/16

Me either but I just didn't know if I was missing something. [NT] - orchid - 11:58am on 05/14/16

bummer...all I can see is a Google summary with her name and "gelatin leaves". Oh well, I'll - MarilynFL - 12:30pm on 05/14/16

It's a recipe for "Chocolote Delice, Coconut Tuille, Raspberry Soil, Coconut Ice Cream and... - LisainLA - 1:44pm on 05/14/16
This might be just up your alley for figuring out what to use - the formula part makes my eyes cross [LINK] - LisainLA - 1:51pm on 05/14/16

Thanks all. I just put CI's strawberry mousse to chill as the *base* for the glaze since it seems to - MarilynFL - 9:28am on 05/15/16

PS: I copped out and just used KNOX. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:53pm on 05/17/16

28690. Sweet Potato Crust Quiche.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 9:40am on 05/12/16 (2)

Thank you - just passed it on to sweet potato loving sisters! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:11am on 05/12/16
What a beautiful and interesting dish. Thanks for sharing....making it this weekend. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 10:57am on 05/12/16

28691. NFR: Since when.... - KarenNoCA - 10:12am on 05/12/16 (18)

Call or write customer service. I'd bet it's a glitch? [NT] - Charley - 11:24am on 05/12/16
I got the same message, the product at the price I wanted was(more) - daricem - 1:00pm on 05/12/16
I knew there are better prices for prime customers and that they won't sell some movies and games [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:06pm on 05/12/16
I called Customer Service this morning, they are in India and the two people who tried to help me I - KarenNoCA - 3:28pm on 05/12/16

I don't do a lot with Amazon, but whenever I end up with overseas tech support or customer service.. - Michael in Phoenix - 11:18am on 05/13/16

I'm a Prime member, but I have become increasingly - GeorgiaRose - 3:34pm on 05/12/16

I bundle my purchases. I keep a list of what I want or am going to need and when - KarenNoCA - 7:08pm on 05/12/16

Post a complaint on their Facebook page. That sometimes brings results [NT] - rhoward2va - 2:34am on 05/13/16

Since Amazon has a public wall on Facebook I was able to view it. Nothing but complaints against - KarenNoCA - 7:07pm on 05/14/16

You don't have to have a Facebook account to view Pinterest, you can make a log in - LisainLA - 7:43pm on 05/14/16
You can sign in to pinterest separately. You just have to look closely at the bottom - Charley - 9:10pm on 05/14/16
Why didn't I think of that!! I logged on directly to Pinterest and Facebook was not in my face... - KarenNoCA - 10:37am on 05/15/16

UPS left a notice yesterday that they couldn't deliver a package because it has to be signed for by - MarilynFL - 6:50am on 05/13/16

Only you, Marilyn... - judy-mass - 7:20am on 05/13/16

I'll let you know, Pottery Artiste! [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:37am on 05/13/16

I suspect it is the company "fulfilling" the order on Amazon that uses UPS. Maybe check - Charley - 10:22am on 05/13/16
LOL:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:27pm on 05/15/16

Gah, that would chap my hide! This last free shipping hike made me wash my hands of them. - MariaDNoCA - 8:43pm on 05/13/16

28692. Score! Trader Joe's has Red Boat fish sauce, 8 oz for $4.49. Just happened to stop in on my way to - Curious1 - 5:03pm on 05/13/16 (3)

What is it? Fish sauce? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 8:18pm on 05/14/16

considered to be the best fish sauce. [NT] - Charley - 7:41am on 05/15/16
As Charley says, many of my food magazines have recommended it. Here's an article about it. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:34pm on 05/17/16

28693. Rec: Sausage-Stuffed Zucchini Boats from Nancy Fuller. These were delicious. I used WF Italian [LINK] - Curious1 - 5:31pm on 05/13/16 (4)

Can't wait to make these. Have been eyeing this recipe for a while. WF Italian - Pat-NoCal - 10:48pm on 05/13/16

I've looked for Italian sausage at TJ's here, but they don't carry it. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:25pm on 05/14/16

Have you asked? I think I was getting it for DD and did ask--and, of course, it - Charley - 7:43am on 05/15/16
I'm sorry, C1. A quick google turned up comments about it not being available in many locations. The - Pat-NoCal - 9:56am on 05/15/16

28694. Can we talk Pop Corn? If you make your own, any thoughts on type or brand of corn? Seasonings? TIA [NT] - barb_b - 8:39am on 05/15/16 (13)

Popcorn - sjs1952 - 9:19am on 05/15/16

My son loves to make popcorn - we've tried lots of different types and have the best luck with [LINK] - LisainLA - 12:24pm on 05/15/16

I am a staunch Orville user - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:04pm on 05/15/16

Orville white kernel, corn oil, heavy pot, wire splatter lid to let steam escape. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:18am on 05/16/16

Seasoning--truffle salt!! [NT] - Charley - 2:18pm on 05/15/16
Paper lunch bag - no oil, salt or butter - colleenmomof2 - 4:11pm on 05/15/16
Jiffy Pop. Yellow, has to be yellow. Store it in a tightly lidded glass canning jar. . . - mistral - 4:58pm on 05/15/16
WS usually carries a few different types. Worth the price. [NT] - charlie - 7:46pm on 05/15/16
Also an Orville fan. I use a Whirly Pop pan and like, sjs1052, I use coconut oil and Flavacol. [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:29am on 05/16/16
Alton Brown: Triple cheese popcorn (aka Cheetos seasoning) [LINK] - Tess - 8:50am on 05/16/16
I bought popcorn from Bob's Barn, a white corn...reviews said they were the best. - KarenNoCA - 7:16pm on 05/16/16
Just found this link to 25 other addictive popcorn flavorings [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 9:37am on 05/19/16
Thanks so much! I am thinking of purchasing some fun seasonings / popcorn for dh b-day. We don't - barb_b - 4:16pm on 05/19/16

28695. well, now I know why poppy seeds are ALSO used for morphine and heroin. After grinding the little [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:40pm on 05/15/16 (10)

Otto's Hungarian--about nine dollar for one pound ground--unless you really don't like it. [NT] - charlie - 7:52pm on 05/15/16

*now* he tells me [banging head slowly on desktop] [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:42am on 05/16/16

No grinding needed BG [NT] - charlie - 1:06pm on 05/16/16

I love poppyseed, so thanks!! [NT] - Lana in FL - 9:43pm on 05/16/16

Lana, check carefully. Otto's ships out of CA and they say it's 2-day air >> fresh-ground - MarilynFL - 8:15am on 05/17/16

Oh. That's a very good point. Thanks! [NT] - Lana in FL - 7:07pm on 05/17/16

I know Otto's. He had or has one of those corner stores a block from school where kids from the - oli - 1:47pm on 05/18/16

What a wonderful memory. Thanks oli. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:45pm on 05/18/16
Thanks for sharing Oli. dh's family is from Hungary. I have been there a few times. I loved - barb_b - 4:15pm on 05/18/16

I don't live there any more (Burbank) and now in the PNW, no nifty stores close by [NT] - oli - 6:58pm on 05/24/16

28696. New Year's Black Eyed Pea Stew - Plus fried cabbage for good luck ;) - colleenmomof2 - 5:40pm on 05/15/16 (0)

28697. NFRC -- Did a golf theme for DH today - least stress ever! - Anna_X - 3:01am on 05/16/16 (10)

What I meant to say is that I am not a very skilled cook but like to have friends over. - Anna_X - 3:29am on 05/16/16
Sounds fun! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:45am on 05/16/16
Well done, Anna! Best wishes to the hubby. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:14am on 05/16/16
do you have photos of the cupcakes? Would love to see them... [NT] - SallyBR - 8:54am on 05/17/16
Nicely Done Anna!! While I am not a golfer, I get the creative theme / cards. Very fun! [NT] - barb_b - 12:23pm on 05/17/16
Some pix for Sally [NT] [IMAGE] - Anna_X - 1:04pm on 05/19/16

Hole in One [NT] [IMAGE] - Anna_X - 1:07pm on 05/19/16

OMG this is adorable! [NT] - orchid - 2:41pm on 05/19/16

Chip Shot [NT] - Anna_X - 1:11pm on 05/19/16
Meatball Mulligans and Birdies [NT] - Anna_X - 1:12pm on 05/19/16

28698. Mirror Glaze Experiment #1 (possibly never to be repeated again) [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:52am on 05/16/16 (3)

Image to view thickness of one-coat of Mirror Glaze over strawberry mousse. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:11am on 05/16/16

Recommendation if you want to try this: Buy a good 100-125 gram white chocolate candy bar and start - MarilynFL - 6:41am on 05/16/16

Wow - thanks for trying the recipe (excellent job!) and the write-up! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:48am on 05/16/16

28699. Strawberry preserves - Charley - 11:34am on 05/16/16 (4)

Yum! Thanks for sharing! [NT] - barb_b - 12:39pm on 05/16/16
Wow, my kind of recipe--saved and will try soon! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 1:49pm on 05/16/16

I made a correction (making another batch right now. Bring macerated strawberries to a simmer. Then - Charley - 1:54pm on 05/16/16

Thank you; I have the corrected recipe. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 2:15pm on 05/16/16

28700. More great news (NFRC), and thank you for your indulgence. Eldest son will be a Cirque du Soleil... - Michael in Phoenix - 12:44pm on 05/16/16 (18)

Dream Internship! No doubt earned by his hard work! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:59pm on 05/16/16
Wow Michael that is so exciting and what an incredible opportunity! - orchid - 1:20pm on 05/16/16
Congrats! ((Steve would be so proud!!)) [NT] - barb_b - 3:51pm on 05/16/16
Oh. My. Gosh. That is absolutely wonderful. - Lana in FL - 9:46pm on 05/16/16
Congratulations! Our friend Steve2 would be incredibly proud. [NT] - Joe - 10:01pm on 05/16/16
Very Exciting and a real boost to start his career. What a great start of a resume! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:43pm on 05/16/16
Thanks for the kind words everyone! Steve Donner DID play a part in this. He knew my son... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:56am on 05/17/16
Fantastic and so exciting for all of you! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 9:56am on 05/17/16
That's great! Those kind of internships are very hard to get . . . - magnoliainchicago - 10:22am on 05/17/16

He is finishing up his junior year at Chapman University in Orange, CA. They have... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:47pm on 05/17/16

AWESOME NEWS! Congrats and enjoy the feeling! [NT] - SallyBR - 11:54am on 05/17/16
I think he is an amazing young man because he has an amazing dad from what I can observe! Congrats! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 2:20pm on 05/17/16

Thank you, Karen. My wife and I did our best to raise up young men with good character and... - Michael in Phoenix - 9:17am on 05/18/16

Fabulous opportunity! Congrats all around :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:02pm on 05/19/16
just back from a trip -- Huge congrats. What an achievement and how wonderful for him. [NT] - elaine - 2:32am on 05/21/16
He should think about writing an article for Medium: What I learned working for Cirque du Soleil. - Traca - 2:51am on 05/22/16

Traca, that is really good advise, and can be applied to many that have these unique life - barb_b - 9:26am on 05/22/16
He has journaled since he was a youngster. No problem there, as I think he will... - Michael in Phoenix - 10:51am on 05/25/16

28701. looking for book recommendations, foodie-focused. I've read the colour of tea, fried - michelle - 1:04pm on 05/16/16 (19)

Here you go: - rhoward2va - 1:44pm on 05/16/16
I've read quite a few in the last few months, some old and some new. - CynUpstateNY - 2:47pm on 05/16/16

The Sharper your Knife the Less you Cry [NT] - Charley - 3:14pm on 05/16/16
On Rue Tatin, Susan Hermann Loomis - judy-mass - 6:01pm on 05/16/16

THANK YOU ALL so much!! :) Can't wait to start ordering! :) [NT] - michelle - 7:47pm on 05/16/16
MFK Fisher's The Art of Eating. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:34am on 05/17/16

And How to Cook a Wolf [NT] - charlie - 8:05am on 05/17/16

The Sweet Life in Paris, All the Ruth Reichl books [NT] - rhoward2va - 11:20am on 05/17/16

Delicious! by Ruth Reichl [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:54am on 05/17/16

Julie and Julia [NT] - Pam - 3:10pm on 05/17/16
Can't recall the name, but I read Ruth Reichle's book about her time spent as a food critic - KarenNoCA - 7:12pm on 05/17/16

All of her books. Autobiographical--with recipes. LOL - Charley - 7:28am on 05/18/16

The Hundred Foot Journey by Richard C. Morais [NT] - Sylvia - 6:16am on 05/18/16

I loved the movie! [NT] - Pam - 2:19pm on 05/18/16

Me too! Just saw it last weekend. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:30pm on 05/18/16

Thwe Tenth Muse by Judith Jones (more) - daricem - 8:28pm on 05/18/16

Reserved at library. Thanks, D. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:07am on 05/19/16

as a librarian, that warms my heart... [NT] - daricem - 4:12pm on 05/19/16

This list was just published in NUVO magazine :) [NT] [LINK] - michelle - 9:03am on 05/20/16

28702. Smothered Pork Chops with Mushrooms Yummy Sunday Dinner [LINK] - Sylvia - 7:06am on 05/17/16 (0)

28703. Just an FYI: Hubert Keller memoir cookbook for Kindle $1.49!! [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 7:38am on 05/17/16 (0)

28704. Anybody tried Abigail Van Buren recipes? - oli - 1:54pm on 05/18/16 (4)

No experience,but loved reading Dear Abby w/ my grandmother..She always used it as a teaching moment [NT] - barb_b - 5:22pm on 05/19/16
She is no longer with us, of course. I imagine she got BIG publicity for them. [NT] - Charley - 11:48am on 05/20/16
Years ago but not recently, I used her pecan pie recipe. Still have it in my collection. [NT] - Curious1 - 1:49pm on 05/21/16

Its "mine", my friends, DMIL's also--but not "hers"--just "ours" LOL. It is also - Charley - 2:16pm on 05/21/16

28705. Absolutely Non-Food Related: I'm having another week where I don't get enough sleep. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:54pm on 05/18/16 (6)

Marilyn, You are "our Treasure" I needed a laugh badly and you just delivered again...... [NT] - GayR - 3:11pm on 05/18/16
ewwww, I absolutely cannot stand that commercial of that baby with the load in the diapers - KarenNoCA - 7:03pm on 05/18/16
A sock down the pants is a polite metaphore, for me, about: . . . - mistral - 8:11pm on 05/18/16
OMG!!!!! THIS IS TOO TOO TOO GOOD! Please, I beg you... - SallyBR - 8:57am on 05/19/16
Thank you for my morning smile:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:33am on 05/19/16
It's settled, you need one of these! [LINK] - SallyBR - 8:05am on 05/21/16

28706. Addictive cheese [LINK] - Lana in FL - 7:16pm on 05/18/16 (5)

huh...is this why my local meth house has started serving Mac 'n Cheese? [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:08am on 05/19/16
I'm loving cheese more the older I become. My new fave right now is a - KarenNoCA - 9:46am on 05/19/16
Can I ask about SCAMORZA (smoked mozzarella). Yotam called for it in his [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:41am on 05/19/16

Here's the recipe [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:42am on 05/19/16

Here's what *his* version looks like. Mine was more anemic looking [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:44am on 05/19/16

28707. Poppy seed people! I still have more questions. Does boiling it FIRST take away - MarilynFL - 8:14am on 05/19/16 (16)

I missed what you were making? I am not a baker, but swear by a few of my families favorites. - barb_b - 4:27pm on 05/19/16

Rec: from George Lang, Poppyseed Filling (Makos Toltelek) - barb_b - 4:37pm on 05/19/16
Richard may have some ideas on this........... [NT] - barb_b - 5:20pm on 05/19/16
Thanks Barb. What I'm actually trying to find more about is the *ground poppy seed* process. - MarilynFL - 1:58pm on 05/20/16

Good Luck! Can't help with that one! : ) [NT] - barb_b - 5:50pm on 05/20/16
When i was a kid, my mom would give me the dry loose seeds to grind, no prepping before grinding and - oli - 1:41pm on 05/21/16
That is a very interesting question - Richard in Cincy - 2:51pm on 05/26/16

I grind then add to ingredients that are almost boiling. But here is an idea, Marilyn - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:17pm on 05/21/16

Thanks all. You guys are more helpful than the entire Internet. I'm running tests now on - MarilynFL - 11:31am on 05/22/16

hey barb...look at the last sentence of George Lang's recipe - MarilynFL - 12:28pm on 05/22/16

But it is dependent on the recipe... - Richard in Cincy - 2:56pm on 05/26/16

Marilyn, my friend Rick Rodgers wrote Kaffeehaus, a dessert book. He had this to say... [LINK] - Traca - 9:48pm on 05/22/16

Too bizarre! I had ordered *Kaffeehaus: Exquisite Desserts from the Classic Caf�s of Vienna, [etc]* - MarilynFL - 8:19am on 05/23/16

Awesome! I grabbed his book looking for more info. There's a nice section on poppy seed but it - Traca - 5:18pm on 05/23/16
Kaffeehaus is a great book that presents - Richard in Cincy - 2:55pm on 05/26/16

Olga's Ukrainian Poppy Seed Roll (Makivnyk)(this is how I prepare seeds) [NT] [LINK] - Olga_D_Ont - 12:24pm on 06/19/16

28708. This was yummy at a party. Rec: Arthur Schwartz posted Mac and Cheese [LINK] - barb_b - 2:38pm on 05/19/16 (0)

28709. Tried this yesterday - very good: 30-min spicy orange shrimp teriyaki - rhoward2va - 4:25pm on 05/21/16 (1)

This sounds delish! I make a refreshing orange Jasmine Rice and it will be perfect for this, Thanks [NT] - KarenNoCA - 6:57pm on 05/21/16

28710. a light side to a salad and soup [LINK] - emtd - 9:34pm on 05/21/16 (1)

These look delicious. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:58am on 05/22/16

28711. I could kick myself multiple times..... - SallyBR - 9:43pm on 05/22/16 (19)

Sally, I don't follow YUMMLY, but here is a link for "canned yellow tomatoes" [LINK] - MarilynFL - 8:14am on 05/23/16

I tried that already (more) - SallyBR - 9:26am on 05/23/16

hum, I tried +canned+yellow+tomato+recipe and got several: here's a soup from Epi [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:49am on 05/23/16

Here's a link to Visconti and a canned yellow tomato soup and others [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 10:00am on 05/23/16

I called the Visconti Deli to ask if they shipped the tomatoes, they gave me this link [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 10:18am on 05/23/16

Wow, they do have amazing products! The yellow tomatoes are the ones... - SallyBR - 4:27pm on 05/23/16

The first link contains two recipes, one for yellow tomatoes and garlic,, and the second - KarenNoCA - 9:53am on 05/24/16

palm to forehead... the + connector... I used "AND" instead... - SallyBR - 10:40am on 05/23/16

I tried this and got more [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:11am on 05/23/16

Sally, I know exactly how you feel because I have done that many times - KarenNoCA - 10:37am on 05/23/16

I "think" it was some type of casserole... maybe Mexican? - SallyBR - 10:39am on 05/23/16

for some reason I also think it is from America's Test Kitchen... - SallyBR - 11:14am on 05/23/16

Here's a couple of ideas in case you've read one of these books... - GeorgiaRose - 12:02pm on 05/23/16

thank you... I don't have those books, but.... - SallyBR - 2:42pm on 05/23/16

Because, you are human... [NT] - KarenNoCA - 10:54pm on 05/23/16

I hate when that happens! I can't imagine it would be a crockpot recipe. Seems to $ - barb_b - 7:25am on 05/24/16

Yes, I have never seen or even heard of them. However, in reading the comments from bloggers - KarenNoCA - 9:49am on 05/24/16

Ha! I love that! "I have never met a garden tomato I did not love!" [NT] - barb_b - 6:24pm on 05/25/16

Sally, I'm ready this long past the time U posted, but I feel yr pain. I currently have a jar of - wigs - 4:05pm on 06/10/16

28712. Heads Up - Just ordered Eric Ripert's Book - 32 Yolks it has fantastic reviews. Cannot wait to get [LINK] - GayR - 9:15am on 05/23/16 (0)

28713. Need a second app - Pam - 11:39am on 05/23/16 (23)

Well, it is easy and everyone seems to love it--so I say go for it! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:55am on 05/23/16

Do it! we all like it. [NT] - Anna_X - 11:57am on 05/23/16

Fresh corn & black bean salsa/dip - MarilynFL - 12:28pm on 05/23/16

This is also surprisingly good: Grape Salsa [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:40pm on 05/23/16

Here are some apps that I have posted here that are all T&T [LINK] - orchid - 3:46pm on 05/23/16

Here's some more.... [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 3:50pm on 05/23/16

I hosted a large bridal shower yesterday and one of the apps was Traca's Whipped Feta [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 4:18pm on 05/23/16

Aww, how lovely! What else did you serve? [NT] - Traca - 11:19pm on 05/23/16

REC: Roasted Beets, Goat Cheese and Arugula Salad - deb-in-MI - 5:54am on 05/24/16
The rest: - deb-in-MI - 6:11am on 05/24/16

Oh, this sounds lovely! What a perfect moment to treasure. [NT] - Traca - 11:14am on 05/25/16
Wow! It sounds like the best day ever! Sounds like a wonderful, memorable event! [NT] - barb_b - 7:42pm on 05/25/16

I made this for mothers day! Thx again Traca for posting a great recipe. I mounded the feta on - barb_b - 7:19am on 05/24/16

What a great presentation idea! I'm nabbing that. Thanks! [NT] - Traca - 11:15am on 05/25/16

REC: Flank Steak - deb-in-MI - 5:56am on 05/24/16

How did you serve it? Room temp? Sounds perfect with your salad. [NT] - barb_b - 7:44pm on 05/25/16

Barely warm to room temp. - deb-in-MI - 6:32am on 05/26/16

Another retro would be the cheddar cheese olives. Or spinach squares. Something I have - Charley - 7:09am on 05/24/16

Spinach squares? - Pam - 12:05pm on 05/24/16

Look at this one--and google for others. Mine came from a gone cookbook! ;o) - Charley - 4:13pm on 05/24/16

When I think retro, I think of the crackers that have bacon wrapped around them. [NT] - barb_b - 7:21am on 05/24/16
I NEVER go wrong making & taking deviled eggs as an appetizer @ a cookout! - wigs - 9:11am on 05/25/16

The best deviled eggs I ever had were from a lady who brought a bunch to a club luncheon - KarenNoCA - 9:43am on 05/25/16

28714. BookBub on Amazon has Paris Sweets by Dorie Greenspan - Anna_X - 11:58am on 05/23/16 (0)

28715. FYI The latest LCBO Food andDrink is available. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 2:59pm on 05/23/16 (1)

Thank you so much!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:18pm on 05/23/16

28716. Oh Maria, check out this pink stove. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 4:55pm on 05/23/16 (2)

Curious1, what a magnificent stove! Wish my mom were still alive to see this. She got a pink free- - wigs - 5:10pm on 05/25/16
Love it! - MariaDNoCA - 7:32pm on 05/25/16

28717. Made the Double Ginger Sour Cream Bundt Cake again last week. YOWZA! So good. [LINK] - Traca - 10:15pm on 05/23/16 (1)

I had rave reviews from the crowd I served 3 of these cakes 2 last fall. Thx 4 the Rec, Traca! Have - wigs - 9:08am on 05/25/16

28718. Rec: Singapore Noodles [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:10pm on 05/24/16 (1)

Oooh, thank you for this. I *adore* singapore noodles. Must give this a try. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:57pm on 05/24/16

28719. So I bought a tub of miso because I have never used it or had it as far [LINK] - orchid - 4:35pm on 05/24/16 (6)

Nobu black cod!! After having this at Nobu in NYC I had to fix it! - Charley - 7:23am on 05/25/16
Jappanese carrot ginger salad dressing!! SO good - Charley - 11:08am on 05/25/16
We really liked this Grilled Chicken with Soba Noodles and Miso Vinaigrette [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:52pm on 05/27/16

I'll try these soba noodles which sound good. So it looks like mostly - orchid - 2:48pm on 05/27/16

This Baby Bok Choy with Warm Miso Ginger Dressing was verry good. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:55pm on 05/27/16
And Miso Glazed Sea Bass was another winner. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:56pm on 05/27/16

28720. Japanese Mayonnaise, is it worth looking for? - KarenNoCA - 6:58pm on 05/24/16 (5)

i've used it lots, but only for sushi. definitely distinguishable from regular mayo [NT] - michelle - 10:01pm on 05/24/16
Never heard of it. Will scope it out this upcoming weekend. Love trying something new. [NT] - barb_b - 6:20pm on 05/25/16
Karen, our beach grocery store, which carries a lot of weekend vacationer food - MarilynFL - 6:19am on 05/26/16

Checked. No Japanese mayo at Publix. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:27pm on 05/30/16

It is tangier and sweet. REally quite good. Do you have an ethnic market--latino - Charley - 3:53pm on 05/26/16

28721. Help! Breakfast meeting at my house tomorrow. Got a favorite recipe for a baked good? [NT] - Traca - 11:16am on 05/25/16 (12)

Not flashy, but highly effective. My Favorite Coffee Cake. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:42pm on 05/25/16
We love Dorie Greenspan's Blueberry Breakfast Cake... - charlie - 1:09pm on 05/25/16
Traca, My go to Blueberry Pound Cake this was featured in BH&G years ago it is from [LINK] - GayR - 1:14pm on 05/25/16

Here is the link to the recipe in the archive. [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 1:16pm on 05/25/16

Here is the Originator of the recipe - Blueberry Bay Farm - not given credit on Better Homes & Garde [LINK] - GayR - 1:17pm on 05/25/16

wig's Sour Cream Cranberry Cake is very good! Frozen cranberries at Whole foods! - MarilynFL - 2:48pm on 05/25/16
Hands down Cafe Beaujolais Coffe Cake which is in T&T. This is the best!! [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 3:35pm on 05/25/16

This is my go to coffee cake. Treasured recipe in my collection. [NT] - Traca - 9:10pm on 05/27/16

My all-time favorite REC is Blueberry Pecan Sour Cream Coffeecake from Sandi in Hawaii. It also has [LINK] - wigs - 4:41pm on 05/25/16
If you have time to fool w/ a yeast coffeecake, this REC for Overnight Danish Braids is delicious. [LINK] - wigs - 4:45pm on 05/25/16
The Breakfast cookies with dates have been popular and you can make ahead of time. NT [NT] [LINK] - Anna_X - 5:06pm on 05/25/16
Thanks everyone! Apparently we're going to meet regularly so I'll be trying all of these. [NT] - Traca - 9:09pm on 05/27/16

28722. REC: Salsa de Chile de �rbol. I've been working on this one for years, and I am happy... - Michael in Phoenix - 12:20pm on 05/25/16 (8)

I will make this, Michael. I love the "labor of love" process to find exactly the right taste. - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:08pm on 05/26/16

�rbol chiles are plentiful and cheap here. I get big bags for $1.99 with probably 300... - Michael in Phoenix - 11:15pm on 05/26/16

It is interesting you ask about other possible substitutes, Cathy. I tried Puya, Tep�n... - Michael in Phoenix - 10:51am on 05/27/16

A chile care package should be arriving on your doorstep Tuesday. :-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 9:47pm on 05/27/16

You beat me to it. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:00am on 05/29/16

I'm hoping she'll try the Adobo Chicken in Parchment recipe below, as well as - Pat-NoCal - 4:04pm on 05/29/16

I'm going to try your chicken recipe. Thanks for posting it! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:37am on 05/31/16

I too enjoy the combination of guajillo and chiles de arbol such as in this chicken recipe - Pat-NoCal - 11:52am on 05/27/16

28723. Change your amazon password! My account got hacked and they stole $600 from my gift account. - MarilynFL - 1:57pm on 05/25/16 (19)

What is the gift account thingy? [NT] - Charley - 2:46pm on 05/25/16

When someone gives you, say a $25 gift card for Amazon, you load it in to your account. I - MarilynFL - 2:50pm on 05/25/16

Could they have gotten to it through your email account and not the Amazon account per se? Just - Charley - 5:36pm on 05/25/16

Not sure. Anyway, police are on their way. Change your passwords! [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:06pm on 05/25/16
What good does it do to change password? Surely the hackers are not figuring out - KarenNoCA - 7:03pm on 05/25/16

Absolutely they are! Some passwords are super easy to hack. [NT] - Traca - 12:53am on 05/26/16

M, that is TERRIBLE! Sure hope you'll be able to recoup that loss. [NT] - wigs - 4:47pm on 05/25/16
Oh My! So sorry for you! [NT] - barb_b - 6:18pm on 05/25/16
So, if we do not have money in a gift account, we are OK? - KarenNoCA - 6:59pm on 05/25/16

Typically vendors such as Amazon would not cover something like this. - LisainLA - 9:45pm on 05/25/16

Marilyn, it's worth talking with Amazon. Since they're headquartered here in SEA I have friends - Traca - 12:59am on 05/26/16

Happy news! Amazon will refund my gift money. Not sure of their reasoning since I am - MarilynFL - 6:14am on 05/26/16

YAY- so happyfor you!!!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:30am on 05/26/16
Amazon could also recall the shipment, yes? [NT] - Traca - 1:58pm on 05/26/16

It was express delivered. By the time I saw it (24 hours) it was already delivered. - MarilynFL - 2:53pm on 05/26/16

Amazon has a Two-Step Verification you can turn on that - GeorgiaRose - 10:57am on 05/26/16
Changed gmail and amazon two weeks ago. 24 million hacked gmail accounts at the beginning of this - CynUpstateNY - 1:44pm on 05/26/16
Be aware, I went into Google to change password and other issues came up such as apps that - Curious1 - 10:31pm on 05/26/16
One more hint: On Monday, I got into work and had 6,000+ emails, so I knew my email had - MarilynFL - 7:43am on 05/27/16

28724. NFR: Am getting a new refrigerator. - ms in or - 5:01pm on 05/25/16 (11)

I like my Kitchenmaid French door. Don't like water & ice on the outside tho [NT] - charlie - 6:55pm on 05/25/16

I thought I was the only one who doesn't like ice/water in the door! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:25am on 05/26/16

I like my Fischer paktel - MariaDNoCA - 12:24am on 05/26/16

Seems that the ice in the door clogs if you don't use it for a few days. Maybe... - charlie - 12:45am on 05/26/16
Our kids grew to hate their French door fridge. And I dislike side by sides. I loved - Charley - 11:11am on 05/26/16

I've looked at those and did not like them. I like the nice big single door on my - KarenNoCA - 9:52am on 05/26/16
Thank you all for the good info! NT [NT] - ms in or - 11:15am on 05/26/16
We switched to French Doors 2 years ago and love it - deb-in-MI - 12:13pm on 05/26/16

me too [NT] - orchid - 1:07pm on 05/26/16

Here is a good review from Consumer Reports [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 2:50pm on 05/26/16
Thanks, all. Am going to go with the LG at Costco. [NT] - ms in or - 12:44pm on 05/27/16

28725. Does anyone know why the Food Network is running marathon competition shows and - KarenNoCA - 11:52am on 05/26/16 (18)

Because it is an entertainment channel that features people playing with their food. - Richard in Cincy - 3:03pm on 05/26/16

Ha, ha, ha!!! So true, so true! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 9:09pm on 05/26/16

Food Network here has Giada, etc. during the day. Dish? What is that. [NT] - Charley - 3:50pm on 05/26/16

Dish is a satellite provider for TV programs like Direct TV, Comcast and so on [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:15pm on 05/26/16

Then that is who isn't carrying it. FoodNetwork on Time Warner, for example, - Charley - 8:59pm on 05/26/16

My son works for Food Network..... - JudyW - 5:37pm on 05/26/16

FWIW, in my community in No CA and my foodie friends are all complaining about it - KarenNoCA - 7:23pm on 05/26/16
I gave up and stopped watching entirely. Couldn't stand the new reality food fight format [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 8:35pm on 05/26/16

Ditto. I haven't watched Food Network in years because of it. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:12am on 05/27/16

I like those three, along with Alton Brown. I'm a second-class citizen because I don't have cable, - Michael in Phoenix - 10:41am on 05/27/16

Plus, when I travel for business, I always check DD&D, along with Yelp and Chow Hound... - Michael in Phoenix - 10:43am on 05/27/16

We have been sorely disappointed with most of the DD&D spots we tried. The - MarilynFL - 12:15pm on 05/27/16

The places here they have done are really good. And the Colonnade in Atlanta - Charley - 3:37pm on 05/27/16
I used to like The Chew, but feel now that it is so over produced. Don't need any.. - charlie - 3:41pm on 05/27/16

Agree! I used to really enjoy the chew, but it has now become too silly. Whats with the games? - barb_b - 7:01pm on 05/27/16

Yes, the food part of it is fun and you can actually get the recipes online for them but what gets - KarenNoCA - 2:20pm on 05/27/16

I stopped watching the Food Network. Too many stupid competitions fill the airwave. [NT] - Sylvia - 7:16am on 05/28/16
I don't normally watch Food Network, but now that you have pointed out the competition shows, it is - barb_b - 10:46am on 05/29/16

28726. Product Alert: Ferris Cherries, Berries, and Nuts - Richard in Cincy - 3:02pm on 05/26/16 (2)

What kind of container does it come in? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:32pm on 05/26/16

resealable clear bag so you can see the contents [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 8:34pm on 05/26/16