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

28260. This is what happens when you listen to Francois Payard [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:42pm on 12/07/15 (3)

If this is your first macaron attempt ever, you get hollow, footless macarons. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:43pm on 12/07/15

Here's what happens when you go back to basics: 2nd & Last attempt [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:43pm on 12/07/15

Payard got back in my good graces with this yummy fruit filling: [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:48pm on 12/07/15

28261. Help! Someone posted a link to a photo and recipe for a beautiful potato dish in the last few weeks. - CynUpstateNY - 10:36pm on 12/07/15 (18)

Could it be one of these? [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 1:39am on 12/08/15

And it really sucks about your tablet, Cyn! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 1:40am on 12/08/15

Thanks, Michael. What's really annoying is that I was told the flight crew cleaned the - CynUpstateNY - 3:54am on 12/08/15

could it be the mousaka? [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 2:01am on 12/08/15
Can, Could it be this recipe posted by mistral with the link [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 2:12am on 12/08/15

Here is the link to the recipe for you..... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 2:13am on 12/08/15

I bookmarked the website Once Upon A Chef after a discussion here .... her recipe for Potatoes au [LINK] - GayR - 2:22am on 12/08/15

I've been quite happy with a number of recipes from her site. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:52am on 12/08/15

None of these, but thanks for trying. I'll keep looking! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:52am on 12/08/15
Is it the one with hash browns, cheese, etc. NO mushroom soup (as some have). nt [NT] - Charley - 11:18am on 12/08/15
Let me know if you find it, please. I also purchased hash browns, during thanksgiving, w a recipe - barb_b - 9:07pm on 12/08/15

Made mine today for a lunch with the hash browns - Charley - 1:13am on 12/09/15

Yay!! Found it! Cheesey Hasselback Potatoes [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 9:51pm on 12/08/15

I recommend trying a test potato. I was not overwhelmed with this when I - Charley - 1:14am on 12/09/15

Did you make this recipe, Charley? [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:43am on 12/09/15

Good catch. No, just the regular recipe. Doing the coating would be a big plus. Good luck. [NT] - Charley - 12:39pm on 12/09/15

lovely! I find regular Hasselbacks take longer to bake than regular bakers. test this casserole at - AngAk1 - 1:31am on 12/09/15

Thanks, Ang! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:44am on 12/09/15

28262. This pot roast from The Pioneer Woman is delicious and fast. [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 12:03am on 12/08/15 (1)

I CAN NOT scroll past this without wanting pot roast. Damn. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:38am on 12/11/15

28263. sourdough sandwich loaves---I have run out of patience for the rustic round loaves. maybe this pic [LINK] - AngAk1 - 1:01am on 12/08/15 (3)

I've started making my rye bread in a loaf pan. - cyalexa2 - 1:57pm on 12/08/15

I will try the unheated pan method! thanks [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:13pm on 12/08/15
I was going to post a link with specifics but the eGullet search is down for software work. - cyalexa2 - 7:47pm on 12/10/15

28264. It's the Foil Hat Follies! what a great meet-up at Lana's. thanks ever so much. pic at link [LINK] - AngAk1 - 1:05am on 12/08/15 (14)

OMG, this is soooo awesome! It's so nice to see you gals! And I *love* the foil hats. Wayyy cool!!! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:55am on 12/08/15

Marilyn's handiwork! [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:02am on 12/08/15

It's excellent! Good job, Mar. Thank you for the photos, Ang! So great to see - Pat-NoCal - 2:09am on 12/08/15

So Fantastic!!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:22pm on 12/08/15
In Town! One Night Only! The Colander Head Sisters! LIVE! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:28pm on 12/08/15

Colander? You could have foiled me. Nyuk nyuk [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:50pm on 12/08/15

: ) [NT] - barb_b - 9:00pm on 12/08/15
You have been *aluminum*-ated. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:40pm on 12/09/15

ha! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:42pm on 12/09/15

That's so nice! All 3 of you are just glowing. Thanks for sharing. [NT] - orchid - 7:41pm on 12/09/15

Ha! Lana's glowing because we showed up a bit early. I'm glowing because, hot. Marilyn just glows - AngAk1 - 9:07pm on 12/09/15

Great to see you, friends. You are as beautiful as I thought. [NT] - Anna_X - 4:14am on 12/11/15
Thanks for posting, Ang! - Lana in FL - 4:14pm on 12/14/15

Do you get a nice break for Christmas? I hope so. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:36pm on 12/15/15

28265. Espetada pics at link. Such a wonderful menu for a group. 1 [LINK] - AngAk1 - 1:12am on 12/08/15 (7)

Espetada 2. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 1:13am on 12/08/15

Espetada 3 [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 1:13am on 12/08/15

Espetada 4 [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 1:14am on 12/08/15

Oh, this is great! I've never experienced espeteda. Now I want to. Looks deeelish! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:57am on 12/08/15
Yum!!!!!!!!!!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:21pm on 12/08/15
It was as wonderful as it looks in the photos. And Publix (first time) now has fresh bay leaves. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:34pm on 12/08/15
How fun is that! I have never heard of espetada before. Lana, what do you serve as sides? Is - barb_b - 8:58pm on 12/08/15

28266. Kinda drink related: Breastfeeding a Microwave - MarilynFL - 1:55pm on 12/08/15 (16)

Marilyn, I am hysterically laughing and I know it is not funny...but, you are a hoot! [NT] - GayR - 2:15pm on 12/08/15
We have that microwave (and tears streaming down our faces) - colleenmomof2 - 2:21pm on 12/08/15
oh my my! how many weird hits will we get because of this post? hahaha [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:17pm on 12/08/15

Ang, that is really funny! If we start getting spam traffic, we can blame it on Mar [NT] - barb_b - 8:53pm on 12/08/15

OMG Mar, so sorry, but I really appreciate your time and detailed post letting us know. I have tears... [NT] - barb_b - 8:50pm on 12/08/15
OMG, yes I winced, then laughed, then winced some more. Get an ice pack stat! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:56pm on 12/08/15
No sexist here...I winced, grimaced and crossed my legs to protect the boys. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 1:35am on 12/09/15
Rule #1 - Do NOT read Marilyn's posts at work. I was stifling laughter and crying at the same time - Tess - 3:10am on 12/09/15

and how do you explain----my friend got her ni* stuck in a microwave [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:08pm on 12/09/15

yup...the short version sounds kinky....definitey needs 'splainin'. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 9:39pm on 12/09/15

hahahahahahahahahaha [NT] - michelle - 1:26pm on 12/09/15
What can you say! I'm sorry we laughed at you.... [NT] - orchid - 2:25pm on 12/09/15
PRICELESS!!!!!!!!!!! Poor nipple, never saw that coming.... [NT] - SallyBR - 2:34pm on 12/09/15
Jeez, Louise - you had me laughing and cringing and near crying. Owww. [NT] - Anna_X - 4:13am on 12/11/15
M, this could only happen 2 U! Maybe you're onto a new type procedure for doing nipple biopsies? U - wigs - 2:56pm on 12/11/15
I'm getting ads above for 1000 Asian women!!! Mar's fault [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:42am on 12/13/15

28267. ISO room temp, kinda healthy, not sweet, this is no party, finger food. - MariaDNoCA - 9:09pm on 12/08/15 (18)

No recipe; but I'm sorry for your loss [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:58pm on 12/08/15
So sorry to hear of your loss Maria.....Ina Garten's Salmon Salad is lovely...... [LINK] - GayR - 10:10pm on 12/08/15
Cheese/cheese spreads, crackers, chips. Maybe you could pick up a cheap foam cooler. . . - mistral - 10:11pm on 12/08/15
Sorry for your loss, Maria. Chex Mix with double the nuts is a good one. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:48pm on 12/08/15

I agree with Michael---good choice. and so very sorry for your loss. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:26am on 12/09/15
That would be my first choice as well. Always well received. And the wasabi peas mixture - Pat-NoCal - 2:09am on 12/09/15

we absolutely love the Costco mix of rice crackers and add wasabi almonds to that mix.good to have - AngAk1 - 2:15am on 12/09/15

(((Maria))) On the receiving end not long ago a variety of bagels and spreads were so well received - Pat-NoCal - 1:57am on 12/09/15

For the cheese wafers or straws.....Marilyn posted these [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 2:14am on 12/09/15
And please extend my condolences to Randy. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:23am on 12/09/15

I will Pat, they were very close. Thanks all, these are all good ideas. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:36am on 12/09/15

Sorry for this. I know you know that the food influx will stop and then your family will - Charley - 12:32pm on 12/09/15

Charley expressed my thoughts / ideas. ((Hugs to you during this difficult time)) [NT] - barb_b - 3:39pm on 12/11/15

My sympathies, Maria. Wishing your SIL peace. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:35pm on 12/09/15
Sorry Maria for your loss. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:26am on 12/10/15
Roasted almonds - colleenmomof2 - 3:00pm on 12/10/15
Sorry for your loss. Hugs to you. [NT] - Anna_X - 4:12am on 12/11/15
Very sorry 2 hear this. These situations are even worse at holidays. My thoughts are w/ U & yours. [NT] - wigs - 11:08am on 12/11/15

28268. I'm thinking about making this cranberry wreath coffee cake and need about 6 of them. freeze? [LINK] - AngAk1 - 1:23am on 12/09/15 (4)

I would! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:53am on 12/09/15
Untried, but I would freeze without frosting them. You can make the icing - MarilynFL - 1:22pm on 12/09/15

I was thinking of putting the icing in small ziplocs and giving them out that way for the gals to - AngAk1 - 9:13pm on 12/09/15

How about using an uncut disposable pastry bag? That way they can decorate however they want. - MarilynFL - 5:22pm on 12/10/15

28269. This is clever: a cookie package from a paper plate: I'm so stealing this idea. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:20pm on 12/09/15 (4)

so clever. how pretty is would be with colored plates:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:47pm on 12/09/15
I made the square one's last year. Fun to make and look really nice. [NT] - orchid - 2:20pm on 12/09/15
how cute are these! and I just bought the $1 felt buckets at Target this morning. bah [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:21pm on 12/09/15
Very cool! I am hoping to make cookies this year as gifts, this will really help! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 9:19pm on 12/10/15

28270. Sour Cream Cranberry Coffeecake REC--This is good! Just made it yesterday. - wigs - 1:55pm on 12/09/15 (1)

Perfect! I have 4 cups of sour cream just waiting for a use. And thanks for the wheat germ sub. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:12pm on 12/09/15

28271. ISO: T&T Italian anisette/anise cookies recipe - MariaDNoCA - 5:18am on 12/10/15 (14)

Toast, biscotti or pizelle? Pittsburgh does all three. Here's a Saveur recipe from a famous [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:13pm on 12/10/15

Movie: A Wedding for Bella (Enrico's Biscotti in the Strip District, Pittsburgh) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:26pm on 12/10/15

and this is for the soft type--REC: Anise Cookies... - charlie - 4:07pm on 12/10/15

Can I sub anise liqour for the extract? I already have that on hand. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:05am on 12/11/15

I've never tried that - I'm not sure.... [NT] - Tess - 1:32am on 12/11/15

Where do you find the oil? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:57am on 12/11/15

our drugstore pharmacy always carried it. Call around. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:30am on 12/11/15

Maria - for me - Anise cookies are all about the flavoring - I only use anise oil - Tess - 4:23pm on 12/10/15
Pizzelle REC handed down for generations - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:54pm on 12/10/15

I love these, but don't have an iron [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:58am on 12/11/15

Not a common tool but they are easy to find and not very big $. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:00pm on 12/11/15

I love having family recipes. Very special that you have, make and treasure it! I have never - barb_b - 8:10pm on 12/11/15

Crisp and very delicious, Barb. I hope you get a chance to taste one sometime. Although I warn you - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:16pm on 12/12/15

well, it depends on the recipe. My family's came from our Polish neighbor's recipe. - MarilynFL - 7:45pm on 12/12/15

28272. late to the turkey soup party - BONES soup? - Anna_X - 3:44am on 12/11/15 (5)

I think you are doing the right thing. You'll get something for nothing, really, and if you... - Michael in Phoenix - 7:01am on 12/11/15
Sure, you'll get a nice broth. Another thing to do with poultry bones is to brown them - Charley - 11:53am on 12/11/15
I made my turkey stock in the slow-cooker this year. - cyalexa2 - 1:59pm on 12/11/15

Low expectations -- Great broth! - Anna_X - 8:47pm on 12/11/15

It's always darkest before the dawn. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 9:05pm on 12/13/15

28273. Broccoli Christmas Tree (fun appetizer!) [NT] [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 10:49am on 12/11/15 (8)

How very clever! I can NEVER think of cute food arrangements like that. I have a book - wigs - 11:00am on 12/11/15

Adorable! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:31am on 12/11/15
I was given that book as a gift years ago:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:35pm on 12/11/15

I am totally doing this! Thanks for posting! [NT] - barb_b - 3:34pm on 12/11/15

I will bring out my parents "Lazy Susan" and spin it around on the table! [NT] - barb_b - 3:35pm on 12/11/15

What festive container could you use with the dip? [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:23pm on 12/11/15

I like that red custard cup she used. maybe a santa mug? [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:30pm on 12/11/15
You could hollow out a red pepper or core a red cabbage also. nt [NT] - Charley - 1:49pm on 12/12/15

28274. Three nights in a row I've been up since 2:00 a.m.excitedly thinking about baking - LOL - deb-in-MI - 10:58am on 12/11/15 (12)

Now when I wake up, it's usually in a tizzy worrying about something I've forgotten to do in the [LINK] - wigs - 11:06am on 12/11/15

Sounds divine! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:36pm on 12/11/15

Ouch! Is it your ortho doctor that just asked you to bake 5 cake while on crutches! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:28pm on 12/11/15

Believe me - I thought of that:) It's my GP that I saw first... - deb-in-MI - 1:40pm on 12/11/15
Hubby is going to basically make them while I 'direct' him from a chair - deb-in-MI - 4:06pm on 12/11/15

love this [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:34pm on 12/11/15

Deb, tell yr dr I will make the cakes for U, but they have to B picked up in southern Indiana! Gads, - wigs - 2:16pm on 12/11/15

Aw... thank you so much. You are *SWEET* In addition - deb-in-MI - 3:12pm on 12/11/15

How funny waking up thinking of baking! (I have done it, for cooking, not baking). So sorry for - barb_b - 3:33pm on 12/11/15
oweeeee! how weird is it that I'm envious about your Doc's cake order---wish someone would ask me - AngAk1 - 7:32pm on 12/11/15
So sorry about your fall - hope you will recover quickly DO NOT Overdue [NT] - elaine - 1:55pm on 12/12/15

Thanks Elaine - I learned my lesson yesterday - deb-in-MI - 4:15pm on 12/12/15

28275. Heritage Turkey, split and cook separately [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:27pm on 12/11/15 (1)

I can vouch for the concept of separating the white and dark. - cyalexa2 - 2:06pm on 12/11/15

28276. Do we have a thread on 2015 gift baskets / hostess gifts? [NT] - barb_b - 3:03pm on 12/11/15 (6)

I was thinking of this... Rec: Monkey Butter [LINK] - barb_b - 3:05pm on 12/11/15
I recently went to an upscale home boutique here in town and discovered these [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 5:06pm on 12/11/15

beautiful! Joe, does Jacques carry these in his shop? [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:38pm on 12/11/15
Oh, LOVE these French towels. Got some to use for picnic baskets. Beautiful in traditional - Charley - 7:56pm on 12/11/15

The first one I bought here in town in the boutique I mentioned. But they were - KarenNoCA - 8:08pm on 12/11/15

You might look here for some you'd like - Charley - 11:27am on 12/12/15

28277. oh, isn't this a lovely idea for a display table: Fairy lights UNDER the tablecloth [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:50pm on 12/11/15 (11)

Wow! I remember reading about this cookie tradition but didn't recall where it was. do they have a - AngAk1 - 7:51pm on 12/11/15

Oh ya. The fun part is watching all the little old ladies knock over folks trying to get out with - MarilynFL - 10:09pm on 12/11/15

so this isn't just cookie eating while partying? it's for take-home [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:15pm on 12/11/15

Kindof. If you're going to make one pizelle, you may as well make 150 of them. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:06pm on 12/12/15
Folks do cookie exchanges here--come for a little party and bring X amount of cookies. - Charley - 9:06pm on 12/12/15

*Exchange* implies two-directional. This is cookie versus little old ladies with attitude. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:00pm on 12/14/15

LOL, this reminded me of the dinners the hospital would give to the volunteers a few times a year - KarenNoCA - 12:04am on 12/12/15

Oh the Iditarod banquets in Nome! The ziplocks come out of the totebags and get filled with shrimp - AngAk1 - 1:40am on 12/13/15

My SIL does this with the table runner at Xmas dinner - so pretty. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:37am on 12/12/15

Hmmm- like this idea. Might try it this year. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:43pm on 12/13/15

Looks so pretty! I will think about how I can do this for Christmas eve. Tx for posting! [NT] - barb_b - 2:35pm on 12/12/15

28278. Insane. Conventional cauliflower was $6.09 today at Publix. Organic was $6.99. - MarilynFL - 3:26pm on 12/12/15 (10)

I was buying it for 1.00 or 1.50 on sale at Sprouts a couple of years ago - Melissa Dallas - 4:06pm on 12/12/15
Those prices are, indeed, crazy! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:16pm on 12/12/15
Welcome to Kauai prices. I saw reg cauliflower at $7.99 yesterday [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:09pm on 12/12/15
If you Google the high price of celery and cauliflower, you will find the explanation - KarenNoCA - 5:53pm on 12/12/15
$2 for Cauliflower and $1.29 for celery at Aldi's. Check TJ's. nt [NT] - Charley - 9:03pm on 12/12/15
I bought 2 beautiful shiny eggplant for $2.29 each yesterday. good price for up here [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:42pm on 12/17/15

Ang, do you know about Full Circle CSAs? I spoke with the owner a few years ago and she said [LINK] - Traca - 6:29am on 12/18/15

we tried this once. got a lot of mushrooms and beets. not good up here. we get good produce now - AngAk1 - 6:33pm on 12/18/15

Good to know! Thanks. [NT] - Traca - 8:06am on 12/19/15

I paid $2 for it this week. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:27am on 12/26/15

28279. I'm making this Fig Chutney to go along with my Christmas ham [LINK] - orchid - 5:29pm on 12/12/15 (8)

Can you get fresh figs this time of year? I made fig preserves last year and - Charley - 7:42pm on 12/12/15

I don't know. I saw Jeffery Zacharian this morning on the The Kitchen - orchid - 8:25pm on 12/12/15

I haven't seen figs for a couple of months. Who knows. There are lots of good chutneys. [NT] - Charley - 9:02pm on 12/12/15

I know, I've made many good chutney's but I would really like to try this. [NT] - orchid - 9:47pm on 12/12/15

Even if you can't get fresh figs, that's not a deal breaker. Dried with more liquid should be fine. [NT] - Traca - 10:32pm on 12/12/15

Yes, try soaking over night, use as fresh; you probably will not need to cook down as long. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 12:55am on 12/13/15

I think you will get a fig "chutney" with dried, but not what this would be with fresh. Can you - Charley - 11:59am on 12/13/15

I went shopping yesterday and asked the produce manager about - orchid - 9:44pm on 12/16/15

28280. Instant Pot craze. Anyone here have one? I just got one for Christmas and I'm a bit daunted. [LINK] - Traca - 5:35pm on 12/12/15 (18)

How about opening the box, getting out the instructions to familiarize yourself with the unit - KarenNoCA - 5:48pm on 12/12/15

Ha! Glad I'm not alone when it comes to being daunted by a new appliance. [NT] - Traca - 6:11pm on 12/12/15

Ha! I have 2. The first was my Christmas present last year, and I love it so much purchased a - barb_b - 6:20pm on 12/12/15

I use my IP all the time. Last night it was butter chicken in one pot, Basmati rice in the other. - barb_b - 6:31pm on 12/12/15
Barb, my pressure cooker is not an electric model. - judy-mass - 3:09pm on 12/13/15

For many things that are braises, the PC cooks them in about 1/4 the time, IMO. - Charley - 12:40pm on 12/14/15

Geez. Pressure Cooker is NOT what I thought this thread was about. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:26pm on 12/12/15

It isn't just a PC--slow cooker, yogurt maker, etc. - Charley - 7:38pm on 12/12/15
Marilyn, me neither. I thought maybe the local dispensaries are providing instant home delivery. [NT] - Anna_X - 7:22am on 12/13/15

Pot: Herbes de Mother Earth. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:48pm on 12/13/15

HA. Alaska legalized but can't figure out how to sell it. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:40pm on 12/15/15

After hearing about it on another board I got if for DD and DSIL for their birthdays. They LOVE - Charley - 7:38pm on 12/12/15
I got one recently [LINK] - cyalexa2 - 2:15pm on 12/13/15

Oh! Thank you for the link to the Instant Pot thread on eGullet. Jackpot! [NT] - Traca - 8:52pm on 12/13/15

I know, right? [NT] - cyalexa2 - 1:03am on 12/18/15

Thanks cindy, I had not ventured past the fb page. I hope you enjoy yours. [NT] - barb_b - 9:57pm on 12/15/15

made rice tonight - cyalexa2 - 1:06am on 12/18/15

I don't think Richard has an Instant Pot==maybe more like Cathy's? Very different. [NT] - Charley - 9:32pm on 01/19/16

28281. Somethings wrong with this recipe [LINK] - oli - 11:03pm on 12/12/15 (8)

I don't think you can correct your mistake with the recipe by just adding butter-- - Charley - 12:39am on 12/13/15

Possibly, but you have more issues that just the top lattice. The bottom will - MarilynFL - 11:08am on 12/14/15

Guests enjoyed it none the less. It had a rather rustic look as the lattice was rather thick [NT] - oli - 3:52pm on 12/15/15

oli, there is a universal truth that you can't go wrong when butter, sugar and jam are involved. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:24pm on 12/15/15

Oli, Marilyn says it w such confidence and conviction. You have to trust her [NT] - barb_b - 9:53pm on 12/15/15
I was having a very "hoity toity" dinner for a fund raiser for a church building one time. - Charley - 12:19am on 12/16/15

failures pair so well with ice cream! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:55pm on 12/16/15

My smile for the evening! [NT] - barb_b - 11:04pm on 12/16/15

28282. Finally got around to making the lime beltways--great cookie-thanks Marilyn for leading me to it. [NT] - charlie - 12:03am on 12/13/15 (8)

Lime Meltaways---auto correct wanted beltways for some reason. [NT] - charlie - 2:35am on 12/13/15
Thanks for the reminder, I have been meaning to make these. [NT] - barb_b - 1:24pm on 12/13/15
You're welcome. I've wondered how it compares to mistral's lime cookies with citric acid. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:51pm on 12/13/15

I've seen the sour salt in the kosher sections of markets but can't remember ... - charlie - 5:27pm on 12/13/15
chowhound informs me that it is used in sweet & sour borsht and stuffed cabbage. Try kosher... - charlie - 5:30pm on 12/13/15

This is where I got the sour salt first, in the kosher section of a large supermarket chain here. . - mistral - 8:30pm on 12/13/15

mistral, I found some granular citric acid from my Israel trip. Is that the right stuff? - MarilynFL - 7:27pm on 12/15/15

It's just plain 'sour salt', that I use for borscht. Right?? From ethnic stores, Ukrainian, Jewish - Marg CDN2 - 7:16pm on 12/17/15

28283. An embarrassment of riches - Traca - 9:40pm on 12/13/15 (14)

Oh my goodness, how wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:49pm on 12/13/15
Everything about this is awesome. - Pat-NoCal - 2:13am on 12/14/15

Pat, do you have the recipe for those God's Pocket cookies? I lost it. Still thing about them! [NT] - Traca - 9:50am on 12/14/15

oops! "think" about them. [NT] - Traca - 9:51am on 12/14/15
I do, I do. Just seeing this note now, sorry, - Pat-NoCal - 6:20pm on 12/16/15

Much appreciated. Thanks Pat! Have a fabulous time on your trip. No rush... [NT] - Traca - 10:39pm on 12/16/15

Wow! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 2:19am on 12/14/15
How wonderful, Traca!! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:43am on 12/14/15
Wow!!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:12am on 12/14/15
You did the work and you earned it. Well done, Traca. Well done. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:57am on 12/14/15
What a magnificent story! I've taken a couple classes frm Joanne Weir--what an energizer - wigs - 3:14pm on 12/14/15
Oh I think I'm going to read this once a month, just to warm my little cockles. You obviously - Marg CDN2 - 9:44pm on 12/14/15
Absolutely awesome! Loved it! [NT] - SallyBR - 2:33pm on 12/15/15
how completely wonderful! thanks for sharing [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:46pm on 12/15/15

28284. My next gift to myself is an All-Clad sauce pot: 1.5 QT or 2 QT? - MarilynFL - 3:49pm on 12/14/15 (4)

I'd do 2qt. nt [NT] - Charley - 9:07pm on 12/14/15

Thanks. I'm leaning that way too since the price difference is so small. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:23am on 12/15/15

You just missed the all clad seconds sale... I unfortunately didn't - Tess - 12:58pm on 12/15/15

{sigh} oh well...I'll smile again when I'm making caramel in my $$$$$$$$$$$ 2Qt version. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:26pm on 12/15/15

28285. Question for Olga_D_Ont: Can I use my KA sausage grinder for the nuts [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:55pm on 12/14/15 (15)

Marilyn, do you recommend the KA sausage grinder? - Lana in FL - 4:27pm on 12/14/15

I have had a KA grinder since before they changed to the stainless blades they have now. - Charley - 4:41pm on 12/14/15
Have had the grinder for many years and certainly recommend it. Have make hundreds of lbs of sausage - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:00pm on 12/14/15

And Marilyn, I'm not Olga but I think I can answer - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:03pm on 12/14/15

Thanks, C! [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:35pm on 12/15/15

Thanks! I think I'll order one. [NT] - Lana in FL - 1:15am on 12/15/15
Lana, I've only used it about 5 times in 10 years, but was happy with it. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:17am on 12/15/15

I probably wouldn't use it much more than that, but I might just go for it. Thanks. [NT] - Lana in FL - 1:22am on 12/17/15

Do you have a Zyllis rotary cheese grater? You could give it a test and see if it would work. It - Curious1 - 11:57pm on 12/14/15

I think it can be done in a food processor. [NT] - Charley - 1:13am on 12/15/15

No....Olga's notes specifically say the nuts need to be ground fluffy and - MarilynFL - 1:19am on 12/15/15

I know it says that but I'm not convinced that it wouldn't work. I don't think the KA - Charley - 12:02pm on 12/15/15

Hello MarilynFL using the sausage grinder - Olga_D_Ont - 9:41pm on 12/17/15

Ah. good to know! Thanks Olga. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:32pm on 01/04/16

No...don't have one of those. They always remind me of the movie Amelie. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:22am on 12/15/15

28286. Anyone have a T&T p�t�, spread, cheese concoction, that can be made ahead? - Michael in Phoenix - 4:03pm on 12/14/15 (30)

Here are some ideas Michael - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:54pm on 12/14/15

Awesome Cathy! Thanks! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:53pm on 12/14/15

My favorite: Creamy Chicken Liver Pate [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 6:56pm on 12/14/15

Red, white and green layered Goat Cheese Spread [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Traca - 7:05pm on 12/14/15
Bacon-jalapeno Cheese Ball [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Traca - 7:08pm on 12/14/15
Chef Greg Atkinson's Elevated Pimento Cheese Spread [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 7:10pm on 12/14/15
Whipped Feta and Tomato Crostini [LINK] - Traca - 7:13pm on 12/14/15

this is so delicous. I had trouble with the link, so this is your recipe here [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:55pm on 12/15/15
Love this recipe! Thx again Traca. It's a keeper [NT] - barb_b - 5:17pm on 12/17/15

Smoked Trout and Artichoke Terrine - Traca - 7:22pm on 12/14/15
Fig and Walnut Tapenade with Goat Cheese [LINK] - Traca - 7:56pm on 12/14/15
Potted Chicken Rillettes [LINK] - Traca - 8:06pm on 12/14/15

Jalapeno Feta & Dill Dip - michelle - 7:05pm on 12/14/15
French Canadian Creton - a pork (no organs) pate cooked in cream with spices - michelle - 7:09pm on 12/14/15
What about charlie's Hot Brie Kisses? I have some in the freezer so can just pop them [LINK] - wigs - 11:21am on 12/15/15

Thank you for the reminder! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:31pm on 12/15/15

Michel Richard's Faux Chicken Gras is very good and looks fantastic. [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:45am on 12/15/15
My favorite, beautiful presentation and delicious! [LINK] - SallyBR - 2:12pm on 12/15/15

That's a beautiful thing---thanks Sally [NT] - charlie - 7:32pm on 12/15/15

Serendipity.... just saw this on my TiVo [LINK] - SallyBR - 1:21am on 12/16/15

Chicken Pate - no livers - lorijean - 3:26pm on 12/15/15
Chutney Cheese Pate - lorijean - 3:28pm on 12/15/15
Traca's posted rec: for James Beard Liver pate... Both of the liver pate rec are keepers [LINK] - barb_b - 6:10pm on 12/15/15
The Middle Eastern Layered dip is so good and easy and make ahead [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:56pm on 12/15/15

Must try! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:54pm on 12/15/15

PROVENCAL CHICKPEA SLATHER - A bit different. I enjoy it if only for that. - Marg CDN2 - 6:58pm on 12/16/15

I bet this is so pretty too with the fennel fronds. [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:32pm on 12/16/15

Thank you SO MUCH everyone! I've got a treasure trove here. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:54am on 12/17/15
Chandon Blue Cheese Spread which is delicious. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 10:33am on 12/17/15

Love this rec. Thx again Sylvia, I serve it piped on endive w/ crushed walnuts on top. YUM! [NT] - barb_b - 2:10pm on 12/17/15

28287. Barb_b - reply to your question under 28265 - Lana in FL - 4:22pm on 12/14/15 (2)

Lana, Thanks so much for your response. I wish I lived closer and could participate in t the invite - barb_b - 6:04pm on 12/15/15

Let me know when you are in Florida! [NT] - Lana in FL - 11:23pm on 12/15/15

28288. Made these Sour Cream & Cranberry Bars yesterday. Very tasty! [LINK] - wigs - 6:42pm on 12/14/15 (1)

Another first-time cookie REC. Delicious! Buttery Coconut Bars from TOH. [LINK] - wigs - 4:23pm on 12/18/15

28289. Please help with recipe for delicious coconut macaroon cookies in a meringue shell - colleenmomof2 - 1:51pm on 12/15/15 (4)

Is this anything like what you are looking for? [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 5:04pm on 12/15/15

Meringue coated coconut macaroons - colleenmomof2 - 1:50pm on 12/18/15

colleen, these *german-style* sound promising. Unfortunately, not T&T. Maybe some help from our [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:25pm on 12/15/15

Yes, they do! - colleenmomof2 - 1:57pm on 12/18/15

28290. I froze my sweet potato pie for the tomorrow's luncheon. Do I leave it in the frig until then - MarilynFL - 6:28pm on 12/15/15 (3)

I think if you take it out of the freezer at 4am when you and the birdies rise, it should be thawed - AngAk1 - 8:01pm on 12/15/15

Thanks missy! Can you check the link about about the german macaroons, please. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:06pm on 12/15/15

I saw the post but I've got nothing---not familiar with anything like this [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:59pm on 12/16/15

28291. Sides for a "Summer Fun" dinner please - deb-in-MI - 1:31pm on 12/16/15 (24)

Lemonade, fruit kabobs, chips [or just send them to FL: it'll be 84 today] [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:41pm on 12/16/15
Potato or macaroni salad? [NT] - orchid - 3:15pm on 12/16/15

Do you have a potato salad recipe? I think I've only made it once in my life - LOL [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:33am on 12/17/15

Deb, I'm a recipe kinda girl...guess what? I don't have a recipe but - orchid - 2:14pm on 12/17/15

This is plenty of help - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:32pm on 12/17/15

here's a link to some of our favorite potato salad recipes [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:43pm on 12/17/15

Thanks Ang! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:15pm on 12/17/15

It is hard to find "summer" food in winter, but if you can find some good fruits how about - KarenNoCA - 3:44pm on 12/16/15
tomato cucumber salad. cole slaw. onion dip and chips. jello under the sea salad - AngAk1 - 7:06pm on 12/16/15

Ang reminded me of a fun jello rec.... Blue jello, in clear cups with swedish fish and for my ds - barb_b - 10:45pm on 12/16/15

Rice Krispie treats! [NT] - barb_b - 10:46pm on 12/16/15
Mac and cheese [NT] - barb_b - 10:48pm on 12/16/15

Popcorn.... (Seriously)...Even if they are going through braces, they will figure a way to - barb_b - 10:50pm on 12/16/15

Lastly, the link won't work, but it was a fun - barb_b - 10:56pm on 12/16/15

Now, I think I am done with ideas, ... So, can I come to the party? : ) [NT] - barb_b - 11:00pm on 12/16/15

Can you find watermelon in MI in winter? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:06pm on 12/16/15
Corn on the cob. :-) [NT] - LisainLA - 4:03am on 12/17/15
Thank you everyone!!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:32am on 12/17/15
Deviled eggs [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:37pm on 12/17/15

Deb, I was just looking through the link that Ang posted above and [LINK] - orchid - 8:37pm on 12/17/15

everyone has there own taste:) I don't think I could put - deb-in-MI - 9:57pm on 12/17/15

Ya I know, I was just kidding. Actually I think most people use - orchid - 10:59pm on 12/17/15

You simply must have baked beans! [NT] - wigs - 4:27pm on 12/18/15
Chocolate chip cookies and/or a good brownie are REQUIRED. Smile. [NT] - wigs - 4:28pm on 12/18/15

28292. Scrooged. I haven't baked 1 thing nor mailed 1 package yet. just can't seem to get in the mood.tree - AngAk1 - 10:30pm on 12/16/15 (13)

Things like that happen now and then. Follow your gut and just go with it. Karma is telling you - KarenNoCA - 12:48am on 12/17/15

Karen, you are amazing. - Michael in Phoenix - 2:53am on 12/17/15

Completely agree Michael. Well said. I admire your spirit Karen! [NT] - barb_b - 2:07pm on 12/17/15
Second (or third) that..... needs to be said. In case she forgets it... [NT] - SallyBR - 2:33pm on 12/17/15
My goodness, thank you! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 9:32pm on 12/17/15

DH is retired now and is picking up the slack. He wants to make the fudge for the Airforce gate - AngAk1 - 8:04pm on 12/17/15

Sounds like a good and very generous plan:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:14pm on 12/17/15

Sometimes it is like that - just not in the mood. Give in to it and enjoy doing other - deb-in-MI - 11:34am on 12/17/15
Bill Murray getting whacked on the head by Ghost of Christmas Present (Carol Kane) [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:50pm on 12/17/15

the b***h hit me with a toaster LOL [NT] - charlie - 5:18pm on 12/17/15

in the chest----darn chest cold! [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:00pm on 12/17/15

I hear ya... - Richard in Cincy - 3:23am on 12/26/15

Merry merry, Richard! [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:18am on 12/28/15

28293. Angie, I made a couple of the Cranberry-Almond Wreaths. I hope this will get you in the spirit! [IMAGE] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:32am on 12/17/15 (13)

Beautiful Michael! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:32am on 12/17/15
Nicely done!! [NT] - barb_b - 12:44pm on 12/17/15
lovely! now I've got to make them. this weekend. getting over a chest cold now. gahhhh [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:45pm on 12/17/15

Those take a while to get over....don't overdue! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:03pm on 12/17/15

Gorgeous! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:57pm on 12/18/15
Really beautiful Michael! You did a great job. [NT] - orchid - 7:59pm on 12/18/15
I think that should be your Christmas card this year. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:45pm on 12/19/15
Thanks everyone, so much! I was giddy when they actually turned out nice. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:18pm on 12/20/15

I know exactly what you mean! [NT] - orchid - 6:35pm on 12/20/15

woohoo! I baked 2 yesterday. not as pretty as your's, but they will do nicely. also cranked out - AngAk1 - 8:12pm on 12/21/15

your opinion please: did you think the filling needed to be so fussy? I was thinking of next time - AngAk1 - 8:14pm on 12/21/15

I used my hands to drop chunks of the filling onto the rolled-out dough. I went back through... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:41am on 01/01/16

The dried blueberris with cranberries were very nice too. I think a simple braid would be nice [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:53pm on 01/02/16

28294. Date Truffles.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 2:34pm on 12/17/15 (3)

Love it! [NT] - charlie - 5:27pm on 12/17/15
whoa!!! this might be my bookclub answer to something not baked and easy. I might have DH tackle it - AngAk1 - 7:59pm on 12/17/15

I made these! Easy, pretty and delicious. I'll try to post pic. I just drizzled with white choc [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:32am on 12/20/15

28295. Does anyone have any experience with a soda stream system? Would value thoughts / opinions. [NT] - barb_b - 6:39pm on 12/17/15 (11)

Oour 3 adult children LOVE LOVE LOVE it--have had them for years now. [NT] - Charley - 6:55pm on 12/17/15
I love my Penguin- (more) - daricem - 7:17pm on 12/17/15
Got one about 4 yrs ago--love it [NT] - charlie - 9:17pm on 12/17/15
I LOVE mine. Drink lots more water now. If you're thinking getting/giving as a gift, - Traca - 1:15am on 12/18/15

I am confused on the chargers. Do you purchase them filled at a store? or do you have them mailed? - barb_b - 12:18pm on 12/18/15

barb--you bring your empties to a store that carries refills and swap them. I go to bed bath& beyond [NT] - charlie - 1:03pm on 12/18/15

Same here. It's just up the road. So easy. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:16am on 12/26/15

Free Shipping Friday - Just bought SodaStream bundle pack from - colleenmomof2 - 1:45pm on 12/18/15
Cannot live without ours... had it for about 6 years.... LOVE IT! [NT] - SallyBR - 4:50pm on 12/18/15

we've had ours a few years & love it - just recently started doing italian sodas with high quality - michelle - 4:07am on 12/21/15

Yes, TOTALLY LOVE. Buy it. You won't be sorry... - Richard in Cincy - 3:15am on 12/26/15

28296. W/ regard to catering; how many bars do you think I would get out of a 9"x3" dish - deb-in-MI - 8:13pm on 12/17/15 (5)

Don't you figure your cost for making the pan and quadruple it for charge? It seems - Charley - 12:11pm on 12/18/15

For the bars that I sell at the Farmer's Market, I get 16 bars out of a 9x13. But, for catering - michelle - 4:05am on 12/21/15

Love the clever use of your first name wrked in2 your business moniker! I sell by - wigs - 3:58pm on 12/18/15
I've never been paid for my stuff, but I tend to size items like Starbucks pastry. Not too small, - MarilynFL - 4:42pm on 12/18/15
Thank you - very helpful! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:53pm on 12/18/15

28297. I hate to make a new post for this but I just wanted to share a really - orchid - 11:07pm on 12/17/15 (8)

I bought some of that Goya sauce on a whim and it sits unopened. good to know [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:38pm on 12/17/15

Oh goodness, crack that baby open and use it. Marinate chicken - orchid - 12:13am on 12/18/15

What?! I've never bought it. It's good, eh? I use the Goya seasoning salts all the time, but never - Traca - 12:25am on 12/18/15

I'll have to look for it! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:23am on 12/18/15
I enjoy it also, I use it as the base for this rec from 3 guys from miami. If you [LINK] - barb_b - 12:15pm on 12/18/15

YUM! this will be on them menu nexst week [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:42pm on 12/18/15

O, this is the PERFECT venue to post a little hint. I know I'll take advantage of this. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:23pm on 12/18/15

Thanks, I'm glad I did now. It seemed so trivial but I guess it wasn't. [NT] - orchid - 4:56pm on 12/18/15

28298. Shrimp and grits casserole - Charley - 1:16pm on 12/18/15 (7)

I'm curious. What else would you serve with this? [NT] - Traca - 1:48pm on 12/18/15

I think for a wedding breakfast which is really "brunch" we may have had fruit and biscuits. - Charley - 10:26pm on 12/18/15

Perfect! I was thinking of making this for my friends that I cook for, but wouldn't want - Traca - 1:37am on 12/19/15

I'm sure it would be a hit. Once a bite is taken you won't mistake it for a "side"!! - Charley - 10:22am on 12/19/15

This really sounds delicious and perfect if do-ahead [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:04am on 12/20/15

Do the grits protect the shrimp? I live in fear of tough shrimp. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:44pm on 12/20/15

I also. NOte the directions not to overcook the shrimp. It works out very well----- - Charley - 1:16am on 12/21/15

28299. ISO Favorite Oatmeal cookie or Oatmeal Bar? (No chocolate / fruit).... TIA [NT] - barb_b - 1:47pm on 12/18/15 (10)

Barb, Made these a month ago, very good. Chinese Five Spice Oatmeal Cookies [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 2:40pm on 12/18/15
Cook's Illustrated Recipe w/variations......recipelink website. [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 3:22pm on 12/18/15
Caprial Pence Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookie posted by Charlie...... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 3:27pm on 12/18/15

The recipe disappeared?????? [NT] - GayR - 4:06pm on 12/18/15
WARNING: I followed Gay's link, then Angela's new link. Opened a VIRUS Warning - colleenmomof2 - 5:46pm on 12/18/15

[Fixed] [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:49pm on 12/18/15

every search I do for the recipe provides a garbled non-recipe. they must have protected it somehow - AngAk1 - 7:16pm on 12/18/15

All-time favorite at my house - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:53pm on 12/18/15

See, I should have had these in my freezer to pull out and bake in this slump I'm having [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:48pm on 12/18/15

From above under Post 28229: REC: Jane's Crispy Oatmeal Cookies - mistral - 6:03pm on 12/18/15

28300. CathyZ, wanted to thank you for your pot roast *method* and comments. I made [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:34pm on 12/18/15 (13)

Cheryl's Broccoli Salad [from People mag, Holiday food issue] - MarilynFL - 5:13pm on 12/18/15

glancing over this I saw "People Hag". oh this head cold! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:55pm on 12/18/15

Good job Marilyn! So happy you had such a wonderful success. - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:25pm on 12/18/15
make this on this date next year and you can invite me over!! woohoo [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:55pm on 12/18/15

You mean you are coming here? [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:29pm on 12/18/15

oh no, sorry Cathy. for Mar--we bought a small house in FL and close next week. snowbirds! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:21pm on 12/18/15

Oh, welcome to Florida Ang! Snowbird is the best way to go. You'll - orchid - 10:42pm on 12/18/15

Ditto, neighbor! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:11pm on 12/19/15

Lighthouse Cove, Mar. [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:35am on 12/20/15

Beurre Mani� ? maybe definition enclosed - emtd - 11:49pm on 12/18/15

should read: Beurre Mani�, maybe? Definition enclosed :) [NT] - emtd - 11:50pm on 12/18/15
Thanks, emtd! [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:46pm on 12/19/15

Thanks Marilyn, I knew I had just read it somewhere. I wanted to make a pot roast this week. - Janet in NC - 5:49pm on 01/26/16

28301. Hey Angela! Can you plz remove your link at 16828 to Caprial Pence's website? - colleenmomof2 - 6:06pm on 12/18/15 (7)

I can't. I'm now Angak1. that was my first user name and when we crashed I couldn't get into it - AngAk1 - 6:31pm on 12/18/15
I have edit on that thread, so I cut out the link without clicking on it. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:44pm on 12/18/15
Thanks a bunch! [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 6:47pm on 12/18/15
Here's the recipe REC: Pumpkin Cookies by Carpal Pence... - charlie - 9:07pm on 12/18/15

good job! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:22pm on 12/18/15

They closed their resto in Portland and now live in Seattle, working in other people's restos. [NT] - Traca - 1:36am on 12/19/15
We are an amazing team! Looking forward to making these cookies - colleenmomof2 - 11:56am on 12/19/15

28302. Where can I buy Anise Seed and Macadamia Nuts? Went to several stores today and nada. - MariaDNoCA - 1:04am on 12/19/15 (13)

Mexican markets always have anise seed. - Melissa Dallas - 2:48am on 12/19/15

I didn't think to check that aisle....I will, thanks!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:20pm on 12/19/15

Just google mac nuts and you will find all kinds of sources, Maria - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:26pm on 12/19/15

Yes, but of course I procrastinated and need to find them local. Everyone use to have them here. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:20pm on 12/19/15

Macadamia nuts, do you have a Sprouts Market? In bulk foods aisle here. Or WF? [NT] - Curious1 - 8:09pm on 12/19/15

I do have a Sprouts close by -- I'll check there. Thanks! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:19pm on 12/19/15

I'd be inclined to sub cashews.... [NT] - Traca - 12:07am on 12/20/15

it has those too...REC: Cashew Macadamia Crunch - MariaDNoCA - 2:09am on 12/20/15

I assumed you wanted raw. Try drugstores along side other canned snack nuts. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:35pm on 12/20/15
I see cashews and macadamias on my regular supermarket aisles these days. [NT] - Charley - 1:18am on 12/21/15

yes, the cans and bags of Mauna Loa brand are usually by the jars of peanuts/nuts [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:22pm on 12/22/15

Do you have a Cost Plus/World Market near you? Looks like they have them. [NT] - Traca - 12:10am on 12/20/15

I do! I'll call them tomorrow. Thanks! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:10am on 12/20/15

28303. Revisted an old favorite today. Anyone remember the English Muffin Bread? So good! [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 1:39am on 12/19/15 (2)

Yes, I remember. Back before I swore off gluten :( [NT] - cheezz - 8:23pm on 12/20/15
I love this bread and haven't made it for awhile. We had 50 degrees yesterday - Dawn_MO - 5:32pm on 01/15/16

28304. Happy birthday, CathyZ. - Pat-NoCal - 4:56am on 12/19/15 (21)

OH!! Sorry I missed it...HAPPY BIRTHDAY lovely lady :) [NT] - cheezz - 6:25am on 12/19/15
Happy Birthday! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:48pm on 12/19/15
Oh my gosh! Thank you for the wishes - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:19pm on 12/19/15

Glad that you had such a great BD--I wish you many more. [NT] - charlie - 4:54pm on 12/19/15
Happy belated birthday Cathy! Glad you had a nice day. [NT] - orchid - 5:24pm on 12/19/15
Happy b-day.I'm late to the party, but your day sounded perfect. Have a great year too! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:28pm on 12/19/15
What a memorable and delightful birthday!!! What a wonderful day to celebrate your b-day [NT] - barb_b - 8:00pm on 12/19/15
Happy Birthday!!!! Sounds like you had a wonderful day.:) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:23pm on 12/19/15
How nice! I'm mixing up your oatmeal cookies right now. Yay [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:19am on 12/20/15

I baked mine yesterday. Now it can be Christmas [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:13pm on 12/20/15

:) [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:16pm on 12/21/15
baked and iced and ready to package up for the gals at work. sooooo good! - AngAk1 - 7:38pm on 12/22/15

Many happy returns, even though they are belated ones! What a nic day U had--sounded perfect 2 me. [NT] - wigs - 10:52pm on 12/19/15

Should have been 'nice day.....' [NT] - wigs - 10:52pm on 12/19/15

Happy bubbly birthday, missy! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:52am on 12/20/15
Happy Belated Birthday, Cathy! Hope you had a wonderful day! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:21pm on 12/20/15
Late to join wishing you Happy Birthday! Better late than never.... right? ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 5:08pm on 12/20/15

Wow- thank you everyone! You made 68 fun! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:17pm on 12/20/15

More late birthday wishes - many happy returns of the day! [NT] - Lana in FL - 2:29am on 12/22/15
Happy Birthday! Enjoy your special day and your special visit with Pat! What a fun way to bring - barb_b - 4:47pm on 12/22/15
Oh the birthdays... - Richard in Cincy - 3:11am on 12/26/15

28305. DD and I are making tamales for our Christmas dinner...what would you serve with them? [NT] - cheezz - 6:26am on 12/19/15 (11)

Can I come to your house? I *LOVE* tamales! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:48pm on 12/19/15
You might consider frijoles, a salad heavy on tomatoes and avocado, chayote or other squash. Some - Curious1 - 3:17pm on 12/19/15
Bobby Flay's Avocado Salad with Toasted Cumin Vinaigrette. Outstanding. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 4:34pm on 12/19/15

Diana Kennedy's refried beans. (One of my favorite 'take no prisoners' recipes.) [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 4:36pm on 12/19/15
Wow, that salad sounds terrific. I might make it for xmas dinner side. Should go well with prime rib [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:26am on 12/20/15

We serve the ones I make as part of Christmas Eve dinner. It starts with Posole Rojo (soup)... - Michael in Phoenix - 12:33am on 12/20/15

You're covered...I count the green chile and guac as green veggies :) [NT] - cheezz - 8:22pm on 12/20/15

I second the refried beans, or just a nice pot of frijoles de olla (not fried) - Joe - 1:58am on 12/20/15

This is El Torito's Mexican Ceasar Salad--totally gringo but delicious! [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 2:00am on 12/20/15

Totally making this. Thanks Joe. [NT] - Traca - 2:57am on 12/20/15
I'd forgotten I had that recipe! That would be yummy...thanks! [NT] - cheezz - 8:21pm on 12/20/15

28306. Pressure cooking guide for grains, beans and veg. Super helpful & bookmark worthy. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 5:22pm on 12/19/15 (4)

Thanks.... Much appreciated.... So, does that mean you opened the box?? : ) [NT] - barb_b - 8:02pm on 12/19/15

Ha! Yes, I opened the box. Have I turned it on yet? Uh, no. [NT] - Traca - 12:06am on 12/20/15

My sister was over yesterday for holiday christmas cooking baking and was surprised that I have 2. - barb_b - 4:52pm on 12/22/15

I be this would be useful in places where it gets hotter than hot in summer. kitchen stays cool [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:45pm on 12/22/15

28307. Made a loaf of Cuban Bread. Outstanding results REC [IMAGE] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:58pm on 12/20/15 (22)

good grief. what happened with the formatting? [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:07pm on 12/20/15

Ok I think I fixed it [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:12pm on 12/20/15
I've had the same problems... - Richard in Cincy - 3:07am on 12/26/15

Ooh, maybe that should be my next bread attempt. I make Cuban - orchid - 6:33pm on 12/20/15
Gorgeous! [NT] - cheezz - 8:19pm on 12/20/15

I second that. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 10:17pm on 12/20/15

Oh, my! Outstanding! - colleenmomof2 - 8:31pm on 12/20/15

Thanks Ladies- I am always so thrilled when a new recipe I try works. - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:59pm on 12/20/15

Beautiful! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:13pm on 12/20/15
Absolutely lovely! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:32am on 12/21/15
A real beauty:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:00am on 12/21/15
Curious. Does homemade cuban bread get as stale as quickly as store versions? - MarilynFL - 4:41pm on 12/21/15

Second day was very different from the first for sure but we ate it anyway LOL [IMAGE] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:47pm on 12/21/15

Here is the sandwich [NT] [IMAGE] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:50pm on 12/21/15

Wow! Thanks for sharing. Just curious. I am not a bread baker. How is Cuban bread different - barb_b - 4:36pm on 12/22/15

All three things make it different Barb - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:28pm on 12/22/15

Oh! I wondered about using bacon fat. thanks for testing that :) [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:47pm on 12/22/15

Fabulous, but aren't you violating some culinary law by having such a great cuban sandwich - MarilynFL - 8:07pm on 12/21/15

No doubt but I did put on some excellent Cuban jazz while we ate! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:28pm on 12/21/15

Well there you go! That makes it right anywhere in the world. LOL - orchid - 8:47pm on 12/21/15

Yes, Orchid I need practice to brown and melt perfectly. Gonna do it again soon. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:04am on 12/22/15

I love your sandwich press - and know I now I have exactly the same one! ;-) - LisainLA - 4:02pm on 12/22/15

28308. HELP! Need dessert idea for someone who doesn't like sweets but loves fruit and dark chocolate - cheezz - 9:43pm on 12/20/15 (18)

Some ideas... [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 10:11pm on 12/20/15
Ina Garten's frozen berries with hot white chocolate [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 10:22pm on 12/20/15
Individual berry crumbles [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 10:25pm on 12/20/15
Vanilla poached pears with chocolate sauce, with or without ice cream [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 10:31pm on 12/20/15

These cranberry poached pears are pretty and festive for this time of year [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 10:37pm on 12/20/15

REC: Chocolate Linzertorte - judy-mass - 10:59pm on 12/20/15

oh, thanks for this! I think I'll add it to the dessert menu. [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:45pm on 12/21/15

Basically, she doesn't eat sugar - desserts are too sweet for her. - cheezz - 3:54am on 12/21/15

Lana made the fluff dessert for us and my DH loved it. lite and refreshing [LINK] - AngAk1 - 11:20pm on 12/22/15

and actually, if she doesn't like sweets/desserts, I wouldn't worry about having something for her. [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:21pm on 12/22/15

Maybe a fresh fruit parfait or persimmon parfait? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:57am on 12/21/15
Did you ever try the ricotta pound cake in T&T? I like slices of that grilled or toasted with a - Traca - 7:10am on 12/21/15
Fruit and cheese [NT] - charlie - 1:34pm on 12/21/15
Dried pear slices dipped in dark chocolate. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:14pm on 12/21/15
Caramelized Oranges [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 7:12pm on 12/21/15
flourless chocolate cake - ingredients are eggs, butter, and chocolate period [LINK] - cyalexa2 - 7:47pm on 12/21/15

I also make a killer flourless chocolate cake--called chocolate mousse cake--but it - Charley - 2:32pm on 12/23/15

Your relative sounds like me! For your consideration: - barb_b - 4:44pm on 12/22/15

28309. Candy Cane Cookies..... [LINK] - SallyBR - 2:59pm on 12/21/15 (3)

so festive! [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:28pm on 12/21/15
Those are gorgeous! I have some of those kisses I bought to use for another project that - LisainLA - 3:58pm on 12/22/15

Will be on the blog on the 28th... ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 2:11pm on 12/23/15

28310. Has anyone ever had Sharri's Berries? They advertise so much this time of year, and really all year - KarenNoCA - 3:42pm on 12/21/15 (5)

I ordered an organic gift basket as a gift. Recipients said everything arrived in - CynUpstateNY - 4:35pm on 12/21/15

Yes, I have ordered on several occasions and always satisfied with Sharri's Berries [NT] - GayR - 4:37pm on 12/21/15

I've been tempted, but the price doesn't seem justified to buy it for myself. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:31pm on 12/21/15
I've had them a few times - they are gorgeous but the taste is just OK - LisainLA - 3:56pm on 12/22/15

Agreed--I seek out a good chocolate shop for DW's favorite guilty pleasure. [NT] - charlie - 1:27am on 12/23/15

28311. Those of you in No. CA or others that may know....about Shasta Dam - KarenNoCA - 3:44pm on 12/21/15 (3)

To generate electricity? It isn't "just" a reservoir, is it? [NT] - Charley - 6:39pm on 12/21/15
Yes, it generates electricity, as well. However, usually this time of year when we get rain - KarenNoCA - 7:53pm on 12/21/15
I'm guessing it's to try and save fish and wildlife (salmon especially) [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 2:38am on 12/22/15

28312. How about some Christmas menus---do you cook for the eve? [NT] - charlie - 7:06pm on 12/21/15 (23)

Yes- tradition is Julia's French Onion Soup for Christmas Eve. Then, the next day..... - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:58pm on 12/21/15

Such a lovely menu. And I love those Christmas trees. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:01am on 12/26/15

We are always changing things... - Richard in Cincy - 3:02am on 12/26/15

probably finger foods and soup on the Eve. going to friend's on xmas day but - AngAk1 - 8:41pm on 12/21/15
Just finalized mine--Salt cod salad; mini crab cakes; seafood salad of... - charlie - 11:22pm on 12/21/15

Oh my, we'll bring some extra wine OK? Yum! [NT] - orchid - 11:42pm on 12/21/15

sure--but I'm on a diet [NT] - charlie - 11:54pm on 12/21/15

We always have spaghetti and meatballs now. Growing up we had finger foods and snack, I - LisainLA - 3:54pm on 12/22/15
Christmas Eve we will have Louisiana Shrimp, Crab, and Corn Bisque - GeorgiaRose - 6:57pm on 12/22/15
Homemade tamales- barbacoa and corn/cheese, various sauces, guac, Passionfruit tart [NT] - cheezz - 9:11pm on 12/22/15

Still not happy with my masa...too dense, but the passionfruit tart was TDF!!! Posted below [NT] - cheezz - 7:24am on 12/28/15

This is the best masa I've ever had. The woman who writes this blog used to own a catering [LINK] - Traca - 7:35am on 12/28/15

I'll be doing sea bass with soy glaze, rice and braised baby bok choy then on Christmas Day - Michael in Sarasota - 2:39am on 12/23/15

I'll also be slow roasting the prime rib, but following the ATK process in which.. - charlie - 3:49am on 12/23/15

we also use this method. it's perfect every time! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:02pm on 12/23/15

Thanks to you, Charlie, I am making 4 Chicken Ballotines for Christmas dinner for 22.. [LINK] - Joe - 2:51am on 12/23/15

On Christmas Eve there will be only four of us. I want to try this mussel dish with chorizo [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 2:51am on 12/23/15

And then, this old standby: Hazelnut-crusted chicken breasts. Julia's Queen of Sheba for dessert. [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 2:54am on 12/23/15

Please don't tell Jacques we are having chicken two dinners in a row. I am hoping he doesn't notice. [NT] - Joe - 2:55am on 12/23/15

LOL! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:04pm on 12/23/15

You must be getting very proficient at the boning technique Joe--congrats [NT] - charlie - 3:51am on 12/23/15

No, I haven't done it since that one successful time. But I should be proficient by the time - Joe - 5:44am on 12/23/15

:-D (((Joe))) [NT] - LisainLA - 3:48pm on 12/23/15

28313. *Crunchmaster* gluten-free crunchy crackers are on sale $2/bag PLUS $1 coupon on bag. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:21pm on 12/21/15 (1)

I'll have to try those. My hands-down fave is Glutino original cracker [NT] - cheezz - 9:12pm on 12/22/15

28314. Anyone make English Toffee candy? I made it 2 years ago and it was perfect...this - MarilynFL - 9:28pm on 12/21/15 (42)

Also, if someone had taken a glucose reading on me while I was in the kitchen with this mess, it - MarilynFL - 9:34pm on 12/21/15

Also, I need someone to check with the Vatican to see if *worshipping false idols* includes ALL-CLAD [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:38pm on 12/21/15

Marilyn, I use this recipe and it is perfect every time. - rhoward2va - 11:12pm on 12/21/15
I posted this a while ago. Just made a batch last night. Easy and turns out great every time [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 12:27am on 12/22/15

Both roz and cyn's have more butter, less sugar and take way less time to reach high temp. - MarilynFL - 12:56am on 12/22/15

My original recipe did take a long time to reach temp. That's why I do the microwave now [NT] - rhoward2va - 1:13am on 12/22/15
I think cooking too slow. And not high enough. They may be making a "different" - Charley - 11:43am on 12/23/15

CRACK - just suggesting ;) - colleenmomof2 - 1:41am on 12/22/15

Give this away IMMEDIATELY! I speak from experience. [NT] - Lana in FL - 2:20am on 12/22/15

:) [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:50pm on 12/22/15

Already made 35 pounds in the last few weeks... - desertculinary - 1:55am on 12/22/15

HI dc - what ratio of baking soda do you use? I'd like to try that. [NT] - LisainLA - 3:50pm on 12/22/15

Ratio - desertculinary - 8:41pm on 12/22/15

Hi Joe!! do you use a wide pan? [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:51pm on 12/22/15

Pan size [LINK] - desertculinary - 8:43pm on 12/22/15

whoops, I meant what size saucepan do you use to make the syrup - AngAk1 - 9:00pm on 12/22/15

8 quart pot... - desertculinary - 10:01pm on 12/22/15

Is that for a single batch--or do you double it for that size pan. [NT] - Charley - 10:25pm on 12/22/15

I tend to do small batches, but several of them... - desertculinary - 2:00am on 12/23/15

In reference to some other questions above about using a wide pan, I think that does help - Charley - 1:54pm on 12/23/15

I had to check some recipes because I remember cooking mine to 304*. I think - Charley - 11:27am on 12/22/15
I made this yesterday... Lisa's Toffee. It was good, but not the way I remember it. I think she [LINK] - barb_b - 1:42pm on 12/22/15

silpats are so wonderful for toffee or any kind of brittle! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:53pm on 12/22/15

I make this every year. It's from an old BH&G gingham covered book. - Michael in Sarasota - 3:37pm on 12/22/15

Michael, the cable on the Chefalarm looks really short. Does it work on something in the oven? [NT] - Lana in FL - 9:03pm on 12/23/15

Lana, the cable is 45 inches long. We have a GE double oven and it was a little tight - Michael in Sarasota - 3:30pm on 12/24/15

Thanks. This looks better than the one I'm using now. [NT] - Lana in FL - 4:07pm on 12/24/15

Thnaks for asking this Mar, I wanted to make some toffee this year, this is the first - LisainLA - 3:49pm on 12/22/15

I took date truffles to bookclub this year and everyone asked where I get my recipes---I tell them I - AngAk1 - 6:55pm on 12/22/15

305 degrees. It works fine, and is easy to chew. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:03pm on 12/22/15
Mar, can I confess that I often eat off the chocolate and then eat the toffee? am happy when the - AngAk1 - 6:57pm on 12/22/15

sweetie, you would have had a perfectly tempered 60% dark field day with this. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:08pm on 12/22/15

wahwahwah----I do prefer milk chocolate! [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:29pm on 12/22/15

I made my very first batch of toffee today - I hope it is good! It sure takes - LisainLA - 10:43pm on 12/24/15

Some of mine used to do that. Never knew why. I think you can cook it faster--just - Charley - 11:47am on 12/25/15

One caveat.... - desertculinary - 8:46pm on 12/25/15

Hmmm, thank you. That is the first time anyone ever offered that explanation in - Charley - 11:57am on 12/26/15
It turned out well in taste and texture was exactly what I was looking for, but after I cut it apart - LisainLA - 12:06am on 12/27/15

That has never happened to me, and I don't really understand how it can happen. Butter and - Charley - 2:36am on 12/27/15

After a bit of research, I think my issue may have been not stirring it enough at the - LisainLA - 8:26pm on 12/27/15

But I think your "problem" was that there was butter (fat) in globs in the toffee. That would - Charley - 12:21pm on 12/28/15

I gave my eldest son a tutorial (at his request) on toffee making. We did a batch in San Diego... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:20pm on 12/28/15

28315. I made these Land O Lakes Pecan pie bites last night. OK, but I like the tassie dough with cream [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:47pm on 12/22/15 (10)

That cream cheese tassie dough rocks. Being away for the holidays I'm missing those - Pat-NoCal - 8:17pm on 12/22/15

Well, you are in for some luck Madam...I made them for Christmas [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:54pm on 12/22/15

You did?????? Wowee. :) :) :) Doing a happy dance here. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:17am on 12/23/15

If you want a killer pecan pie taste, CI's pecan bars in a recent issue is TDF!! [NT] - cheezz - 9:18pm on 12/22/15

Any chance you'd have a link for the pecan tarts from CI? - emtd - 7:04pm on 12/23/15

REC: Ultranutty Pecan Bars from CI - cheezz - 7:26am on 12/28/15

and the BIG BATCH version: Toasted Pecan Bars - cheezz - 7:28am on 12/28/15

Thank you. [NT] - emtd - 8:22pm on 12/31/15

I baked some sour cream ones for lemon curd and they collapsed in on themselves. I was out-tassied. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:09pm on 12/22/15

the nice thing about the L-O-L recipe is you bake the tarts with the filling. no need to pre-bake - AngAk1 - 11:28pm on 12/22/15

28316. Isn't this a pretty Christmas Caprese Salad? [NT] [IMAGE] - orchid - 8:46pm on 12/22/15 (3)

lovely [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:51pm on 12/22/15
Gorgeous! [NT] - Joe - 3:25am on 12/23/15
Yes it is:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:01pm on 12/23/15

28317. ISO Heather -- can choc eggnog cake be made in a bundt pan? [LINK] - Anna_X - 6:40am on 12/23/15 (1)

So sorry Anna, I missed this post. I don't see why not, if the volume - Heather_in_SF - 3:43pm on 12/28/15

28318. Thoughts - on this lemon bundt cake? [LINK] - emtd - 7:19pm on 12/23/15 (3)

No, it is a classic pound cake. It will be delicious. - Charley - 7:45pm on 12/23/15

Thanks - it's just out of the oven and looks delicious. - emtd - 7:33pm on 12/24/15

I'm going to try this for a New Year's gathering as cupcakes. will check after 30 minutes baking [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:01pm on 12/28/15

28319. What is wrong with these cookies? REC: Lemon Ricotta Cookies with Lemon Glaze [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:39pm on 12/23/15 (8)

Did you bake them long enough--and then let cool on the sheet? Sounds underdone. [NT] - Charley - 9:04pm on 12/23/15

Yes, till the edges were golden-it's clearly the recipe. I've made them twice & others say this too [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:37am on 12/24/15

I believe that my sister also had trouble with that recipe [NT] - charlie - 12:49am on 12/24/15
I cannot remember where I've seen negative comments.... - SallyBR - 12:29pm on 12/24/15

I have a favorite recipe -- the Ricotta Pound Cake in T&T. Some had luck, others didn't. I think it - Traca - 3:16pm on 12/24/15

Clearly too much liquid in this recipe I think - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:53pm on 12/24/15

I agree. Another question: how was the flour measured? . . . - mistral - 7:15pm on 12/24/15

I made a Ricotta Cheese Cookie recipe a few years back. Not this recipe, but it was... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:13pm on 12/28/15

28320. 2015 New Favorite Recipes - Traca - 6:09am on 12/24/15 (27)

Bobby Flay's Avocado Salad with Tomatoes, Lime, and Toasted Cumin Vinaigrette [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 6:10am on 12/24/15

This is good too. Delicious dressing. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:46pm on 12/24/15

Roberto Santibanez's Veracruz-style Red Snapper [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 6:11am on 12/24/15

Traca, could you link this to the snapper. It is linked to an avocado salad. Thanks! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 6:09pm on 12/25/15

Good catch! Fixed. [NT] - Traca - 8:40pm on 12/25/15

Thanks! This is one of my favorite fish dishes! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:56am on 12/26/15

Adobo Chicken in Parchment [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 6:12am on 12/24/15

We like this one alot... have made quite a few times. It's also nice the next day. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:45pm on 12/24/15

Grilled Lemongrass Pork [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 6:13am on 12/24/15
Aglaia's Moussaka [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 6:14am on 12/24/15

Cant wait to try this. Just got her book...so many of the recipes look good. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:43pm on 12/24/15

I hit her book hard. Outstanding. I've cooked out of her other books too. Something special about - Traca - 9:17pm on 12/24/15

Dijon and Cognac Beef Stew [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 6:14am on 12/24/15
Warm Mushroom Salad with Hazelnuts [LINK] - Traca - 6:15am on 12/24/15

Hi Traca. Can you link to this one please? Sounds like something my wife would love. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:03pm on 12/28/15

Oops! Fixed. I hope you try it Michael. Super delicious. It changes a lot - Traca - 5:55am on 12/29/15

Thank you. I'll keep that tip in mind. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:07pm on 12/29/15

Green Pozole [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 6:16am on 12/24/15
Oven-roasted Chicken Shawarma [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 6:17am on 12/24/15

Have this one on my list to try soon.... great that you loved it! [NT] - SallyBR - 12:28pm on 12/24/15
Printed with thanks! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:32pm on 12/24/15

Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Torta [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 6:19am on 12/24/15

This looks great--I'm going to try it this weekend! [NT] - MoNJ - 12:40pm on 12/26/15

So good! [NT] - Traca - 6:26pm on 12/26/15

Thanks Traca--this was really good! Easy and delicious. Who wants to make it 3 for T&T? :) - MoNJ - 1:03pm on 12/28/15

Yes, me. I made it right after Traca posted. Not sure if I said it but - orchid - 2:48pm on 12/28/15

Posted in T&T. I wasn't sure where to put it. Pork category sound right? [NT] - Traca - 11:06pm on 12/29/15

28321. Merry Christmas one and all. Cheers! [NT] - Sylvia - 4:24pm on 12/24/15 (44)

BTW, we've smashed a the temperature record for the date. It's currently 16 C (61 F) with sunshine. - Sylvia - 5:14pm on 12/24/15
As they say here in the islands, Mele Kalikimaka. Sending warm holiday wishes to all. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:01pm on 12/24/15
Pink eye, SodaStream, loose siding, shorts and other Christmas "miracles" - colleenmomof2 - 6:37pm on 12/24/15

Colleen, it's called make the best of the situation, smile and love those with whom you are with. [NT] - Sylvia - 6:59pm on 12/24/15

Colleen, are grilled ham and cheese sandwiches a Christmas Eve tradition in your family - KarenNoCA - 12:05am on 12/25/15

A holiday ham, yes! - colleenmomof2 - 11:48am on 12/25/15

Wrap up a picture of the missing items. Ask me how I know to do that!! It is 75+ here and - Charley - 10:03pm on 12/24/15
Way to make lemonade out of lemons! Although not sparkling [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:40am on 12/28/15

Happy Holidaze one and all! And yay, Safeway is open xmas morning! - MariaDNoCA - 4:29pm on 12/25/15

Yeah, but those people couldn't be home with their families. Bah Humbug! - orchid - 4:46pm on 12/25/15

Yeah, but I've worked it. Triple time...cha-ching! (We traded hours w those that wanted to be home) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:34pm on 12/25/15

Sure, John had that option too but today is a different world. And - orchid - 7:30pm on 12/25/15

Merry Christmas everyone! [NT] - orchid - 4:47pm on 12/25/15
Merry Christmas all- I'm thrilled Pat & DH will be here today. We'll post photos [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:50pm on 12/25/15

Have fun! BTW, I decided I like your Xmas Eve French Onion Soup tradition - MoNJ - 12:43pm on 12/26/15

Just saw this Mo- yes, it freezes well- might have to bump up the seasonings when reheating. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:49pm on 12/27/15

Thank you!! [NT] - MoNJ - 12:53pm on 12/28/15

Cathy gifted us with a goodie bag to go which included her French onion soup - Pat-NoCal - 10:19pm on 12/27/15

"I can't wait to get back to the mainland"---said no one else ever!!! Except a food lover - AngAk1 - 12:51am on 12/28/15

Lolol. Hawaii is definitely wonderful, but I have kind of been champing at the bit to cook. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:42am on 12/28/15

Merry Christmas:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:23pm on 12/25/15
Merry Christmas!! (feels like the 4th of July) [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 7:46pm on 12/25/15
Merry Christmas! Christmas dinner recap... - Richard in Cincy - 2:56am on 12/26/15

Great menu Richard--post that bourbon cake if you please--when you have recovered from all the food. [NT] - charlie - 3:58am on 12/26/15
That dinner should win an award...sounds so delicious. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 6:40pm on 12/26/15
Yowza. Sign me up for next year! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:43pm on 12/27/15
As usual, you've outdone yourself, Richard! Glad all appreciated your fantastic holiday meal! [NT] - MoNJ - 12:56pm on 12/28/15
Kentucky Bourbon, Cherry, Pineapple, and Pecan Cake... - Richard in Cincy - 1:48pm on 12/28/15

Merry Christmas!!! [NT] - barb_b - 5:05am on 12/26/15

Merry Christmas everyone! Our Christmas came early this year, - MoNJ - 12:39pm on 12/26/15

Thanks for sharing [NT] - charlie - 1:28pm on 12/26/15
That is the best Christmas story ever! (((MoNJ))) and to the rest of your family. [NT] - orchid - 6:27pm on 12/26/15
What a blessing for your family. May 2016 be a healthy and memorable year for you and family! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 6:37pm on 12/26/15
A wonderful story! [NT] - Joe - 2:30am on 12/27/15
Truly a blessing! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:58pm on 12/27/15
Wow! What a journey. So happy to hear the news! xoxo to you and your family. [NT] - Traca - 3:29pm on 12/27/15

Thank you everyone! We are so blessed. [NT] - MoNJ - 12:54pm on 12/28/15

What wonderful news [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:55am on 12/28/15

Great news. The generosity of people never ceases to amaze me. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:11pm on 01/05/16

Merry Christmas! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:06am on 12/27/15
Merry Sunday after Christmas! Enjoying football, french dips, and presents [NT] [IMAGE] - AngAk1 - 1:33am on 12/28/15

What a sweet pup! :) [NT] - MoNJ - 12:53pm on 12/28/15

Mini labradoodle, sweet but holds her own with the big dogs. the cookbook I got for DH, but - AngAk1 - 8:12pm on 12/28/15

Merry Monday after Christmas! Left IND on 12/25 2 drive 2 my sister's in Cleveland. BEST traveling - wigs - 9:25pm on 12/28/15

28322. This is amazing....Ina Garten English Chocolate Crisps - [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:33am on 12/25/15 (2)

Merry Christmas to all............ [NT] - GayR - 2:11am on 12/25/15
(((Gay))) [NT] - LisainLA - 8:27pm on 12/27/15

28323. REC Roasted Rack of Lamb from CI; very easy and delicious/beautiful - deb-in-MI - 2:39pm on 12/26/15 (1)

This sounds delicious! Costco had some that looked nice, I might pick some up next time - LisainLA - 4:48pm on 12/31/15

28324. We have appetizers for Xmas Eve and open presents. Carianna's Shrimp Cakes - Dawn_MO - 4:01pm on 12/26/15 (0)

28325. It was so lovely to finally meet CathyZ!!! - Pat-NoCal - 7:00pm on 12/26/15 (34)

Oh, the photo taken of us on my phone turned out blurry...Cathy may have a better one to share [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:08pm on 12/26/15

I do. Here it is. Meet Pat if you can- she is certainly a "keeper"! We had a ball [NT] [LINK] - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:52am on 12/27/15

The Smoked Salmon Christmas Trees [NT] [LINK] - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:53am on 12/27/15

The Christmas Table [NT] [LINK] - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:53am on 12/27/15

Christmas Dinner [NT] [LINK] - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:54am on 12/27/15

Desserts [NT] [LINK] - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:55am on 12/27/15

I see that gorgeous bowling alley wood floor bar! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:32pm on 12/29/15

I loved how you went out to your garden "in the dead of winter" to clip fresh dill - Pat-NoCal - 4:40pm on 12/29/15

Ti leaves, Pat [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:39pm on 12/30/15

Thank you, Cathy. And are they the same leaves that one would use to make oven style kalua pork? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:17pm on 12/30/15

Those are generally the big green Ti leaves Pat- the ones I used are more ornamental - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:57pm on 12/31/15

Oh, ok....different varieties - Pat-NoCal - 4:34pm on 12/31/15

I have met Pat, and I agree! - judy-mass - 4:39am on 12/27/15
Pat's a keeper, for sure! Lovely pictures. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:36pm on 12/27/15

Awww, you're so sweet. I feel the same about you ladies too. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 12:59am on 12/28/15
For sure! Happy dance when Pat's around. :) [NT] - Traca - 1:47am on 12/28/15

Gee thanks. And right back at you, Traca. I was just thinking the other day about the - Pat-NoCal - 6:13am on 12/28/15

And I count eating the A'Cote brownie trimmings as one of my favorite food moments. Truly! [NT] - Traca - 5:49am on 12/29/15

Cathy, are those bubble lights I see on your tree? Love them! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 8:46pm on 12/28/15

Yes-lots of them. Have had bubble lights on a tree since I was a small kid - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:23pm on 12/29/15

They are so cool. I had never seen them before. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:35pm on 12/29/15
They were always so cool--and I saw some for sale this year!! [NT] - Charley - 12:41pm on 01/02/16

So glad that you four had such a memorable Christmas [NT] - charlie - 8:55pm on 12/26/15

Their friends who came to dinner were also a lot of fun. Such a great day. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:33pm on 12/26/15

This all sounds fabulous! So great you guys got to share the special day together. [NT] - LisainLA - 12:07am on 12/27/15
I love it when eat.at friends meet up in person! [NT] - Joe - 2:18am on 12/27/15
Such a memories you'll share:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:00pm on 12/27/15

Yes and new ones to make. We are like Sisters from different Mothers. Amazing. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:45pm on 12/27/15

Yes, we are, aren't we?! So many things in common....like the fact that we could both eat - Pat-NoCal - 6:01pm on 12/27/15
That is so nice! What a great compliment to both of you!! [NT] - MoNJ - 1:06pm on 12/28/15

Two lovely ladies - I KNEW you two would be instant friends :) Still JEALOUS though! [NT] - cheezz - 7:39am on 12/28/15

Come back any time Jane, lovely lady, and we'll create more fun! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:43pm on 12/28/15

I'd be there tomorrow if I could :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:58am on 12/29/15

Happy to see you lovely ladies [and just the tiniest bit jealous.] [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:35pm on 01/04/16

28326. Chicken Ballotines a success! [NT] [IMAGE] - Joe - 2:43am on 12/27/15 (20)

Bravo--great job!! [NT] - charlie - 3:30am on 12/27/15
Beautiful!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:57pm on 12/27/15
Gorgeous. Glad you were not foiled by boning them all- LOL [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:07pm on 12/27/15
Well done, Joe. Those are beautiful. And I love the foil patch. Perfect. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 6:03pm on 12/27/15
Lovely, just lovely! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:54pm on 12/27/15
Oh my my my! [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:14am on 12/28/15
Thanks, all. I sweared my way through the first two bonings while trying to keep up with Jacques [LINK] - Joe - 2:33am on 12/28/15

To be honest, I am still intimidated...kudos to you Joe, they are gorgeous! [NT] - MoNJ - 12:58pm on 12/28/15

me too! [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:14pm on 12/28/15

Dahlink, where there is torn skin do this next time - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:02pm on 12/28/15

A skin graft for chickens. Whoa. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 8:20pm on 12/28/15
Great idea! I hadn't thought of that. [NT] - Joe - 9:12pm on 12/28/15

Wa-BAM!! Nice work, Joe! You continue to encourage me toward givng it a go! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:48pm on 12/28/15
Yikes, that was something. I am doing good just to be able to spatchcock a chicken! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 6:15pm on 12/28/15

She said spatchcock! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:19pm on 12/28/15

Whenever there's a discussion of boning chickens, there's bound to be some... - Michael in Phoenix - 8:19pm on 12/28/15
What's wrong with spatchcock? Fun word, I even fooled my meat cutter over Christmas - KarenNoCA - 4:02pm on 12/29/15
Ha ha ha! :) [NT] - ErininNY - 7:07pm on 12/29/15

I think you needed to serve little fruit leather whips beside each one. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:40pm on 01/04/16

HAHAHAHA! [NT] - Joe - 2:10am on 01/07/16

28327. Chef's Catalog going out of business. I've ordered a LOT of things from them. - Charley - 2:52pm on 12/27/15 (1)

Thanks for the heads up. I just ordered a couple appliances for wedding gifts. GOOD savings! [NT] - wigs - 1:23pm on 01/08/16

28328. We enjoyed this salad for lunch today.(link attached) [LINK] - emtd - 2:27am on 12/28/15 (1)

Looks delicious! I have the sweet potatoes, rocket, parsley and mint in the garden, and dried - Joe - 3:07am on 12/28/15

28329. REC: Passionfruit Tart -- CathyZ and Pat take note!!! - cheezz - 7:10am on 12/28/15 (7)

That's a curd-like filling, yes? I bet it would be good with mango too. [NT] - Traca - 7:38am on 12/28/15

Super smooth-creamy and yes, mango would certainly work [NT] - cheezz - 7:40am on 12/28/15

This sounds great. - Pat-NoCal - 5:14pm on 12/28/15

Passion fruit pulp at the Hispanic market (thanks Lana!) [NT] - cheezz - 1:00am on 12/29/15

I confess I don't like purple Passionfruit or yellow Passionfruit (Lillikoi) - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:49pm on 12/28/15
cheezz, step 7 is a copy of step 6. is there a step missing or just doubled up on 6? [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:22pm on 12/28/15

Good catch!! I fixed it :) [NT] - cheezz - 1:03am on 12/29/15

28330. REC: Christmas Morning Cinnamon Rolls from Southern Living - so good! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 11:24am on 12/28/15 (1)

The cream cheese icing sounds like a very delicious little twist, i.e., upgrade. Thx for posting! [NT] - wigs - 8:50pm on 12/28/15

28331. Does anyone make 6-inch cakes? - deb-in-MI - 8:59pm on 12/29/15 (13)

Two thoughts... - desertculinary - 1:53am on 12/30/15

Moistened strip? Please tell me more! - deb-in-MI - 11:42am on 12/30/15

These are similar to the even bake-strips I use, and I love them. U soak them in cold water [LINK] - wigs - 4:04pm on 12/30/15

Thank you - I just ordered!!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:09pm on 12/30/15

I like using a clean, wet terrycloth towel, on a cookie sheet. . . - mistral - 6:41pm on 12/30/15

Would have never thought of this - so clever! Thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:47pm on 12/30/15
Maybe lavender infused?! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:16pm on 12/30/15
The towels don't dry and burn? [NT] - cheezz - 7:11am on 12/31/15

A flat cake is another plus to using the strips - mine come out flat-topped every time! - cheezz - 7:12am on 12/31/15

I do...but I don't own pans made for that. [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 9:44pm on 12/30/15
Thanks everyone - giving all suggestions a try in the next couple of weeks! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:52pm on 12/31/15
What do you think about baking them in a water bath? [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:52pm on 12/31/15
For homemade chocolate cake batter, I put 300-350 grams in 6 inch pans. - MarilynFL - 3:23pm on 01/04/16

28332. Maryanne Esposito, of "Ciao Italia" fame... just saw her open and close her fridge, touching... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:05am on 12/30/15 (13)

Mary Ann Esposito. Sorry. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:06am on 12/30/15
Can we assume that the set had just been cleaned with the appropriate cleaner and that her hands - KarenNoCA - 4:02pm on 12/30/15

I still don't think she should touch anything and then plunge her mitts into raw meat. - Michael in Phoenix - 7:39pm on 12/30/15

I feel your pain, Michael. It irritates me when these "stars" taste and stir with the same utensil. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:18pm on 12/30/15

YUP! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:39pm on 12/30/15
If they stir, then taste and discard the spoon it doesn't bother me. nt [NT] - Charley - 7:55pm on 12/30/15
I think in the first season of Top Chef they kicked someone out for doing that if I recall. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:37pm on 12/30/15

Yes, I know how you feel--people worry about germs, but do NOT understand cross-contamination! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 6:37pm on 12/30/15

I prefer to err on the side of caution/cleanliness. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:40pm on 12/30/15

I agree. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:57pm on 12/30/15

And some think that it is only the meat that can contaminate something. . . - mistral - 11:59pm on 12/30/15

yes, plus we wash all our veggies before cutting into, then the knife gets a good hot soapy wash. - KarenNoCA - 12:05am on 12/31/15

I learned proper hand washing and sterile technique when I worked in hospitals as a ... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:33am on 12/31/15

28333. My son took this plate of goodies to his dear friends in Los Angeles. [IMAGE] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:08am on 12/30/15 (13)

Gorgeous! That boy is marriage material. :) [NT] - Traca - 10:29am on 12/30/15
What she said!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:42am on 12/30/15
You taught him well, Dad. Those look - Pat-NoCal - 4:05pm on 12/30/15

Amazing! You did good. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 6:54pm on 12/30/15
Agreed! A chip off the dad block! ......Beautiful! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:35pm on 12/30/15

Thank you, one and all! He's a spectacular kid. We are very proud! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:35pm on 12/30/15
I'm in Los Angeles...apparently not one of his 'dear friends' though...*sigh* [NT] - cheezz - 7:24am on 12/31/15

Ha! He may be able to work you into his delivery schedule... at least until school starts! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 5:10pm on 12/31/15
Hey, me too! What a great job he did. [NT] - Joe - 5:11pm on 12/31/15

Truth be told, I've been hoping and praying that someone in our family from his generation... - Michael in Phoenix - 7:14pm on 12/31/15

You done good...his treats are photo-worthy! [NT] - cheezz - 5:56pm on 01/01/16

Wow. Impressive! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:05pm on 01/04/16
Very cool! I am waiting for your younger son to do a drop off here! : ) [NT] - barb_b - 7:24pm on 01/04/16

28334. MariaDNoCA, how did your cookie baking project go this year? Were you any less frazzled? [NT] - wigs - 4:09pm on 12/30/15 (3)

Yes and no.... - MariaDNoCA - 9:26pm on 12/30/15

(((Maria))) [NT] - LisainLA - 5:25pm on 12/31/15
She's smiling up there! [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:54pm on 01/04/16

28335. Making apple pie filling - oli - 6:01pm on 12/30/15 (15)

Nothing really--but the granny smith's would produce a nice tartness and the - charlie - 6:04pm on 12/30/15

Agreed- I love to use a mix of apples, gives a better "apple" flavor, Braeburns are good!. . . [LINK] - mistral - 6:29pm on 12/30/15
Agree too. I do try to mix different kinds as you get more depth of flavor... - MariaDNoCA - 9:31pm on 12/30/15
I bought a big bag of apples in Washington. I just don't know the name.... - oli - 12:38am on 12/31/15

I am doing the Sour Cream Apple Pie from CEDAR CREEK INN in Palm Dessert 1984 [NT] - oli - 12:39am on 12/31/15

Is this the recipe you are using? >> [LINK] - LisainLA - 4:44pm on 12/31/15

Yes [NT] - oli - 2:22am on 01/06/16

I think your one type of apple will be just fine. we use what we have up here and no one complains [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:15pm on 12/31/15

Gotta agree, use what you have--just about anyone loves any kind of home-made pie! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:48pm on 01/01/16

Would still be wonderful:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:48pm on 12/30/15
The French classic tarte tatin uses golden delicious. - Charley - 7:52pm on 12/30/15

Totally agree! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:56pm on 12/30/15

Sorry, mis-applied your assessment!! I like MANY and almost ALL apples better than GS/s. ;o) [NT] - Charley - 1:22am on 12/31/15

I use mainly Jonathon apples in our pies. For a 1-1/2-qt amt of sliced apples, I add 1 to 1-1/2 c of - wigs - 2:36pm on 12/31/15

You are correct wigs - the recipe in the first post is filling for a Dutch Apple Pie [LINK] - LisainLA - 4:41pm on 12/31/15

28336. Attention Marg/CDA: The LCBO Food and Drink magazine can now be downloaded to a device. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 1:19am on 12/31/15 (3)

Big fan of the beautiful magazine - thank you so much!! - deb-in-MI - 1:50pm on 12/31/15
thanks! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:21pm on 12/31/15

we're going north for a snowmachine new years weekend and it's raining. awful mess weather. I'll be - AngAk1 - 7:34pm on 12/31/15

28337. Question: why does my cheese always turn pink in tamales?? - cheezz - 7:06am on 12/31/15 (7)

No idea. Have you tried using a different cheese? [NT] - Traca - 4:11pm on 12/31/15
I stopped putting cheese in my Green Chile Chicken Tamales because one of two things... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:08pm on 12/31/15
Chemical reaction between the acid in the cheese and the lime in the tamale dough? I don't know. . . - mistral - 7:50pm on 12/31/15

Maybe I'll try a different cheese next time. Thanks all :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:58pm on 01/01/16

Monterey Jack works fine for me... - Timid - 3:09am on 01/04/16

Lovely! I was thinking pepper jack would be good too. [NT] - Traca - 5:39pm on 01/04/16
That sounds just what I'm looking for - love the amped up masa too [NT] - cheezz - 5:39pm on 01/04/16

28338. Shaun in TO--Thank U 4 posting REC: Toni's Marinated Olives! I have a catering client who LOVES [LINK] - wigs - 5:55pm on 12/31/15 (2)

Another olive recipe to try- REC: Roasted Olives with Fennel and Lemon [LINK] - judy-mass - 2:28pm on 01/01/16
If you have access to a Trader Joe's, they are carrying - Dawn_MO - 5:43pm on 01/06/16

28339. New Year's Day menu will include nlb's REC: Christmas Ham with Bacardi Rum Raisin Sauce---easy peasy - charlie - 9:19pm on 12/31/15 (2)

My Happy New Year's Day menu is a whole roasted chicken sitting on a bed of thick cut onions - KarenNoCA - 12:08am on 01/01/16
Smoked salmon Eggs Benedict - colleenmomof2 - 12:48pm on 01/03/16

28340. Just read the saddest news Gina DePalma has lost her battle with Ovarian Cancer. She was the [LINK] - GayR - 9:24pm on 12/31/15 (1)

She fought a long battle. Adore her book. One of my favorites. [NT] - Traca - 10:33pm on 12/31/15

28341. Wishing all a very happy new year and all the best that can come your way. [NT] - Sylvia - 11:09pm on 12/31/15 (5)

And to you as well, Sylvia. As they say here in Hawaii...Hau'oki Makahiki Hou. :) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:38pm on 01/01/16
Happy New Year! [NT] - orchid - 5:34pm on 01/01/16
Happy new year foodie family!!!!! [NT] - cheezz - 5:53pm on 01/01/16
Happy New Year said the girl eating on sale holiday candy watching bowl games :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:47pm on 01/01/16

Like! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:06pm on 01/02/16

28342. Happy New Year and a delicious recipe for Black-Eyed Pea Stew With Kale and Andouille... [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:26am on 01/02/16 (2)

Dairy Hollow House's Skillet-Sizzled Buttermilk Cornbread which I can't find on their site. - Curious1 - 3:31am on 01/02/16
Ohhhh! Want this now ;) Thank you for sharing - colleenmomof2 - 2:27pm on 01/03/16

28343. Orchid - brioche recipe, please?/ Anyone help with Cinnamon Raisin Bread? - Timid - 3:19am on 01/04/16 (13)

Here is the link and orchid's recipe, as well as several others [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 3:34am on 01/04/16

Thank you, thank you!! [NT] - Timid - 11:49pm on 01/04/16

oh, oh...I have the answer to this, but it's at home. CI did an analysis of why - MarilynFL - 12:44pm on 01/04/16

Meanwhile, this recipe makes a lovely sweet dough using a bread machine "dough" cycle and finishing [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:46pm on 01/04/16
Here is CI's Cinnamon Swirl Bread...the key step is to split the filled dough [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:55pm on 01/04/16

Thank you so much for the link and these tips. - Timid - 11:43pm on 01/04/16

Thank goodness someone posted the recipe because the Xerox copy [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:46am on 01/05/16

Then there is the braiding step, which is called a Russian Braid. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:52am on 01/05/16

Thank you again - now, I am really curious about making this bread. [NT] - Timid - 2:42pm on 01/05/16
this is the method used for those cranberry wreath coffeecakes. I think I would work the raisins - AngAk1 - 7:15pm on 01/05/16
This makes a bread that looks very beautiful. I will try with my cinnamon roll doug. Thanks! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:19pm on 01/05/16

Oh Timid, I'm the worst person to ask about help when it comes to bread. - orchid - 5:04pm on 01/04/16

Your brioche was absolutely beautiful!! - Timid - 11:45pm on 01/04/16

28344. Going to Savannah, Ga. for a book festival in Feb. Any restaurants recs..Anyone in Savannah? [NT] - elaine - 7:50am on 01/04/16 (15)

Have fun. Look at a map now. S had 14 city parks in a grid pattern that is very nice to walk from [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:29pm on 01/04/16

The olde pink house [NT] - charlie - 12:32pm on 01/04/16

They were closed for a private event the weekend we were there. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:41pm on 01/04/16

Our favorite restaurant is Sapphire Grill...tiny place almost next to Paula Deen's. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:39pm on 01/04/16
Marilyn, thanks for the tip. - judy-mass - 1:47pm on 01/04/16

We very much enjoyed our lunch at Mrs Wilkes Dining Room [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:37pm on 01/04/16

Agree. Line was so long and it was so muggy when I had my mom there that we skipped it. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:24pm on 01/04/16
In Pensacola there was Ma Hopkins boarding house with the same communal dining. dreamy fried chicken - AngAk1 - 12:28am on 01/05/16

Rec: the squash casserole [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 12:33am on 01/05/16

Ah, a Southern classic. My fave came from Aunt Fanny's Cabin in Atlanta, almost the same except for - Curious1 - 7:00pm on 01/05/16

Can you link to the book festival? I've never been to one. I'm intrigued. [NT] - Traca - 7:24pm on 01/04/16

Can't do the link thing. But just google Savannah book festival..I try to get to one every 2 yrs. [NT] - elaine - 8:03am on 01/05/16

Wow. Great line up of authors. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 8:26am on 01/05/16

Dora Charles is Paula Deen's former chef --used her recipes. - Charley - 10:56am on 01/05/16

Thanks everyone. I planned on the Olde pink house and Mrs. Wilkes for sure. I will add the Savannah - elaine - 9:34am on 01/06/16

28345. In case you were interested in seeing photos of that dinner party and kitchen I posted [LINK] - Traca - 5:37pm on 01/04/16 (4)

I am simply awed...and suffering from pantry envy. You are such a good writer. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:11pm on 01/04/16

That pantry is gorgeous, isn't it? She had another one on the other side of the room - Traca - 8:36pm on 01/04/16

Thanks for posting, I agree with Marilyn, you are a good writer. [NT] - Curious1 - 8:31pm on 01/04/16
Wow! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:07pm on 01/04/16

28346. In the spirit of the new year, I would like to be more organized and - barb_b - 7:19pm on 01/04/16 (28)

I don't watch sales. First of all, we do not subscribe to the paper. Since there is only two of us - KarenNoCA - 7:41pm on 01/04/16
My grocery store offers 50% off meat that's getting toward the sell by date. It freezes - Traca - 8:06pm on 01/04/16

True that many coupons are for junk foods but not all, I've used many coupons for - Curious1 - 8:57pm on 01/04/16

Link for Ibotta phone app [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 9:16pm on 01/04/16
Link for Checkout51, not as good as Ibotta, imo. These are just two of what's available. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 9:21pm on 01/04/16
Wow! Interesting. I need to up my game. :) [NT] - Traca - 8:17am on 01/05/16
I swear we are separated sisters! I love saving as much as I can - orchid - 7:49pm on 01/05/16

Yep, very satisfying to see the dollars come off the bill. [NT] - Curious1 - 9:56pm on 01/05/16

safeway has digital coupons you can add to your customer card and then they are automatic - AngAk1 - 12:16am on 01/05/16

Safeway also has $5 Friday specials, and meats are often a steal - AngAk1 - 12:23am on 01/05/16
Agreed, I use the Safeway loyalty card. They had great deals early on. I used to get - Traca - 8:20am on 01/05/16

we get gas credits to use too. Fred Meyer has the gas rewards as well [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:17pm on 01/05/16

Yes, our Winn Dixie has gas savings also. They put meat on good - orchid - 8:04pm on 01/05/16

we'll be down in March-April, so this is good to know! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:59pm on 01/06/16

Traca, maybe I missed a post, but I was wondering how you were coming with that family - KarenNoCA - 4:34pm on 01/05/16

It's still a bit of an adjustment--especially after the holidays. I'm not sure what happened but she - Traca - 10:56pm on 01/05/16

I've sort of forgotten all their "needs" which I think were pretty many, but have you - Charley - 4:53pm on 01/06/16

Excellent suggestion. Thanks! I've cooked out of the Madhur Jaffrey Quick and Easy but - Traca - 5:12pm on 01/06/16

Another idea is to find a blogger who blogs about your favorite grocery store. Many times they will - Curious1 - 9:11pm on 01/04/16

If you have a Smartphone, Grocery IQ app (free) and seasonal sale lists... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 11:37pm on 01/04/16

Also, I go to Safeway and they allow me to load coupons on to their store card. - MariaDNoCA - 11:43pm on 01/04/16

Get a Food Saver and use it for specials. Coupons "can" save money but I find - Charley - 10:12pm on 01/04/16

This is my feeling as well. Good advice! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:57pm on 01/04/16
I use coupons all the time! I don't buy canned items, corn, tomatoes - orchid - 7:58pm on 01/05/16

Would you believe I shopped Publix for several years before I found out they would take coupons on [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:01pm on 01/05/16

Yes, as well as Winn Dixie, Wallmart, Target or any other food - orchid - 10:19pm on 01/05/16
thanks for the link [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:02pm on 01/06/16

I save the most when I shop the perimeter of the store--meat, fruit, veg. - ErininNY - 6:58pm on 01/05/16

28347. Served this for brunch during Christmas week. Got rave reviews. - rhoward2va - 11:07pm on 01/04/16 (2)

I make something similar. I swapped the flour in the crepes for gluten-free flour and it worked - Traca - 4:10pm on 01/05/16

That's what I like about this recipe - no flour. [NT] - rhoward2va - 10:44pm on 01/05/16

28348. Where do you get your Diastatic Malt Powder? KA has been out for months. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:23pm on 01/04/16 (1)

Looks to be pretty easily available on Amazon; try searching . . . [LINK] - mistral - 11:56pm on 01/04/16

28349. I bought some beautiful collard greens a few days ago and want to cook them tomorrow - KarenNoCA - 12:06am on 01/05/16 (6)

You don't have to use meat/pork/fat. They are delicious just cooked with some onion and - Charley - 1:57am on 01/05/16

What she said, here's a recipe from my collection. - Curious1 - 3:19am on 01/05/16

My favorite recipe with a bit of bacon from New Orleans chef Donald Link... - Curious1 - 3:23am on 01/05/16
My son cooks the most delicious collards ever--all day the day before New Year's!! The - Charley - 10:52am on 01/05/16

Thanks all, this is exactly what I had in mind for them, but had not cooked them before. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:29pm on 01/05/16
One thing I've learned from my gardeners--don't rush them! Don't boil-- - Joe - 12:39am on 01/06/16

28350. Dawn_MO or Carianna, can I use thawed frozen shrimp for the shrimp cakes you posted [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:25pm on 01/05/16 (6)

I can't remember the last time I bought fresh shrimp. I buy the bags - orchid - 7:44pm on 01/05/16

If they are in the shell, give them a quick brine (20 minutes). It makes a HUGE difference. [NT] - Charley - 10:31pm on 01/05/16

Thank you, ladies! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:10pm on 01/06/16

That's what I used. Almost all the shrimp we get here have been - Dawn_MO - 5:28pm on 01/06/16

I DO hope they are at least American frozen. Thai/Asian shrimp farms are nasty. nt [NT] - Charley - 6:08pm on 01/06/16

The only place I will buy my fish and seafood is at HyVee's - Dawn_MO - 1:01am on 01/07/16

28351. REC: Delicious Orange Sauce for Chicken, Pork, Fish etc. - deb-in-MI - 5:26pm on 01/05/16 (6)

Thanks. This looks delicious. [NT] - rhoward2va - 10:43pm on 01/05/16
Sounds great! I would use it for duck breasts. I've despaired of cooking a whole duck - Joe - 3:45am on 01/06/16

The original recipe is for Duck A L'Orange - there's a link to it:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:02am on 01/06/16

YUM! Thanks for posting! Dh really enjoys the 5 hour duck. This will be a [LINK] - barb_b - 12:42pm on 01/06/16
sounds wonderful. I added your link [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:09pm on 01/06/16

Thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:01pm on 01/06/16

28352. Hey Maria...I think I found your doghouse 4mm candy pearls for $2.99 [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:40pm on 01/05/16 (1)

Yay! Thank you!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:46pm on 02/01/16

28353. Do any of you use King Arthur's Organic Bread Flour, and if so, does it have a "cinnamon-y" taste? - Joe - 12:32am on 01/06/16 (3)

Maybe post this same question at the KA Baker's Circle. Lots of users there. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:25pm on 01/06/16
Joe! I taste this slight cinnamon taste with the whole wheat pastas from Costco---I thought I might - AngAk1 - 7:06pm on 01/06/16

Ang, I have noticed the same in some of Trader Joe's pastas. - Joe - 2:08am on 01/07/16

28354. Are you up to the challenge? Cook 90 - Epicurious editor is cooking scratch every meal in January. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 5:40pm on 01/06/16 (46)

I have been doing that for 48 years. We go out to eat maybe once - orchid - 8:30pm on 01/06/16

Orchid, how do you do that? Hubby gets his own breakfast, always cereal, fresh fruits in season - KarenNoCA - 12:39am on 01/07/16

I don't want to miss represent anything. Now that we are both - orchid - 4:19pm on 01/07/16
Karen, I like your system. Having soup and sauces in the freezer is like a gift to my future self! [NT] - Traca - 10:09pm on 01/07/16

Clap! Clap! Clap! I stopped going out to eat because it wasn't special anymore and I - Traca - 5:12am on 01/07/16

I feel the same way about eating out. It's too expensive, the service is so-so and I often - MarilynFL - 11:42am on 01/07/16

me 3 [NT] - orchid - 4:23pm on 01/07/16

Me too, Orchid. Scratch always. Maybe once a year out to dinner or lunch. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:43pm on 01/07/16

That is interesting--and much more understandable when you get to the "I am a man" part! - Charley - 12:32pm on 01/07/16
I take issue with what he considers a meal. A baked sweet potato would be a side here and - Curious1 - 2:44pm on 01/07/16

It could be a baked stuffed sweet potato--add some ham chunks and even some - Charley - 5:46pm on 01/07/16

Love sweet potato dinners - colleenmomof2 - 8:40pm on 01/07/16

Lol, me too! His dinner of sweet potato, yogurt, maple syrup and mint need one of your sides. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:10pm on 01/07/16

One of my favorite dinners during the hot summer months, when I really do not want to be in the - KarenNoCA - 12:32am on 01/08/16

Spent the last 2 mornings with my 87 year old dad - colleenmomof2 - 8:36pm on 01/07/16

I love that Bang Bang Shrimp. My stepdaughter made it - Dawn_MO - 8:53pm on 01/07/16

I have an automatic reflex to hit delete delete delete when I see "bang bang"! remember when that - AngAk1 - 10:12pm on 01/07/16
My Cajun friend taught me how to make breaded shrimp in Jeddah - orchid - 10:49pm on 01/07/16

Orchid, it's a flour-based wet coating rather than breaded. And yes, they are worth it. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:54pm on 01/08/16

I saw lots of recipes that use bread crumbs or panko. I guess I - orchid - 8:04pm on 01/08/16

Here's one for example. [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 8:10pm on 01/08/16
Yes! Do go and try them next Wednesday! :-) [NT] - colleenmomof2 - 8:11pm on 01/08/16

The deep bed of chopped lettuce is key - at least for us ;) [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 8:06pm on 01/08/16

That is exactly what we do when we go out also. We are just more - orchid - 8:38pm on 01/08/16

I am another that really liked the shrimp. Didn't go at lunch but they were only on the apps menu. - Curious1 - 11:25pm on 01/08/16

Yes, I'll call them. I really want to try them and we can go for - orchid - 11:30pm on 01/08/16

That coconut custard pie looks awesome! Recipe here... [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 9:26pm on 01/08/16

Orchid, I have seen this made with cauliflower too, but - Dawn_MO - 9:04pm on 01/08/16

While I like the concept this challenge wouldn't work for me. I love - Pat-NoCal - 8:42pm on 01/08/16

I want to be Pat's neighbor! [NT] - barb_b - 9:08pm on 01/08/16

Imagine all the foodue fun we would have. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:26pm on 01/08/16

'Foodie' fun. ;) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:31pm on 01/08/16

....or fondue foodue, that voodoo you do do so well. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:57pm on 01/10/16

LOL. Wish I were one with "the power" the go in and edit -- I would've changed my typo. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:27pm on 01/10/16

My head 9 out of 10 times will read the word correctly spelled instead - orchid - 6:34pm on 01/10/16

But you should be able to edit you own post though. You can't? [NT] - orchid - 6:37pm on 01/10/16

Everyone can edit the body of their posts but only certain folks can edit the subject/title line. [NT] - LisainLA - 7:28pm on 01/10/16

If I didn't love you, girlfriend, I'd hate you right now. Just got back from mediocre fried fish - MarilynFL - 11:21pm on 01/08/16

Sowee. :( [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:27pm on 01/08/16
let's make a date for sometime in April!! for non-mediocre though. [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:45am on 01/09/16

You're on! [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:45pm on 01/09/16

I can't even comprehend the array of good restaurants you have around you Pat - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:04pm on 01/09/16

We are blessed to have such variety here. There's alot of mediocre - Pat-NoCal - 8:10pm on 01/09/16
ditto what Cathy said [LINK] - cyalexa2 - 4:19pm on 01/10/16

The Artisan Cheese Festival is fun...I've - Pat-NoCal - 5:26pm on 01/10/16

Can you suggest a few places? - cyalexa2 - 6:22pm on 01/10/16

28355. This is the site that my grandson's uncle set up for his family. [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 12:41am on 01/07/16 (9)

Blessings sent. Best of luck to Lucas. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:41pm on 01/07/16

Glad you posted this. Same here:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:25pm on 01/07/16

Thank you, Deb. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 8:43pm on 01/07/16

Sent you an email. Hope it gets there. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:53pm on 01/07/16

Thank you all! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 8:44pm on 01/07/16

Here is his Caring Bridge site where my step-daughter [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 8:50pm on 01/07/16

What an adorable young boy. He looks strong and positive. I pray for your family for the very best - KarenNoCA - 12:29am on 01/08/16

Thank you! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 12:00am on 01/09/16

Dawn, I remember when he first went through this. praying for another good outcome [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:46am on 01/09/16

28356. Silver Palate's Salmon Mousse - delish! - Traca - 6:21am on 01/07/16 (8)

Back in the day when we would have parties of cocktail buffets this was my - Charley - 11:58am on 01/07/16

Oh, how I'd love to be at one of your parties! [NT] - Traca - 5:45pm on 01/07/16

I served this on Thanksgiving. Dawn pointed out the rec for me. What else was served? Their books - barb_b - 2:17pm on 01/07/16

Very random menu. (Everyone picks a dish they want to make.) My favorites were - Traca - 5:58pm on 01/07/16

One of my favorites from their books is the marinated chevre--company really loved it also [NT] - charlie - 2:11pm on 01/08/16

One of our holiday standards is the St Nicholas Bread [NT] - charlie - 2:12pm on 01/08/16

Is this it? REC: St. Nicholas Cake - MariaDNoCA - 10:03pm on 01/08/16

Need to try that. I've been making the avgolemono for years, with a dash of lemon pepper. [NT] - Traca - 5:28pm on 01/09/16

28357. This is a clever way of storing "left overs" that are in a bag. Uses top of a plastic bottle. [LINK] - barb_b - 2:43pm on 01/07/16 (2)

Gotta try this one; we have lotsa bottles around and I could use this with the original bags. . . - mistral - 6:01pm on 01/07/16
how clever! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:28pm on 01/07/16

28358. Att: All you guru bread bakers....our bread of choice is Honey Oat. [LINK] - orchid - 5:58pm on 01/07/16 (2)

I have never tried a KA recipe and had it fail - judy-mass - 10:22pm on 01/07/16

Thanks Judy! I love the marmalade variation and will try that soon. - orchid - 10:37pm on 01/07/16

28359. I finally made a pork chop that wasn't dried out. It has been - Dawn_MO - 5:22pm on 01/08/16 (2)

I now buy only bone-in pork chops and have them cut no more than 1/2 inch thick - KarenNoCA - 5:53pm on 01/08/16

Cook pork to 145* and no more and they won't be dried out. Bone definitely helps also. [NT] - Charley - 6:31pm on 01/08/16