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

26360. Is it okay to frost cakes two days in advance of an event? - deb-in-MI - 9:26am on 07/17/14 (5)

Yes, deb...both of those will be okay. And if you want to ensure a moist - MarilynFL - 11:42am on 07/17/14

Thanks Marilyn! -I'm staying far away from meringue for this party:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:54am on 07/17/14
Marilyn, that last line is the story of my life... [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:07pm on 07/17/14

Heeheeheehee [NT] - cheezz - 3:50pm on 07/17/14
Ain't that the truth for all of us...well, except for Joan Rivers. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:12am on 07/18/14

26361. THis was really good last night...But, bad for you. Rec: Pork Schnitzel I served it with [LINK] - barb_b - 4:28pm on 07/17/14 (0)

26362. ISO: custard pie recipe. I've been asked to make a plain custard pie...any good recipes?! [NT] - cheezz - 1:09am on 07/18/14 (3)

These are 3 of CB's favorites Pretty easy too. - Steve2 in LA - 4:48am on 07/18/14
cheezz - American Pie Council Winner - Grandma's Egg Custard Pie [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 7:37am on 07/18/14
I've seen such a wide variety of sugar amounts in custard recipes! Thank you :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:37pm on 07/18/14

26363. Made Meryl's Strawberry Coffee Cake last night.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 7:52am on 07/18/14 (9)

Photo included here [IMAGE] - SallyBR - 8:58am on 07/18/14

I would like to pick up a piece right off the screen to eat please! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 8:59am on 07/18/14

Me too! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:16am on 07/18/14

Me three! Thanks for sharing the photo! [NT] - barb_b - 4:04pm on 07/18/14

This looks so yummy....I am going down the hill to the strawberry farm this morning - KarenNoCA - 9:44am on 07/18/14

I think we could go on a Meryl's Cooking Extravaganza! - SallyBR - 9:58am on 07/18/14

I got dibs on Meryl's Mexican IceBox Cake! [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:56am on 07/18/14
I'm going to make her Citrus Green Bean Salad. (Thanks Meryl) [NT] - orchid - 12:59pm on 07/18/14

Sally -I've made this with both peaches and blueberries. Also delicious! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 9:59am on 07/18/14

26364. 12 Oatmeal Cookie Deviations: from Leite's Culinaria [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:54am on 07/18/14 (3)

Thanks Marilyn--said with great sarcasm...LOL!!! There is nothing better than a good oatmeal cookie [NT] - Barbara in VA - 9:05am on 07/18/14
Man alive, but do these look good....ALL 12 VARIATIONS! [NT] - wigs - 11:42am on 07/18/14
What a great way to present the recipe(s). Thanks for posting! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:48am on 07/18/14

26365. This turned out rather tasty: Ma Po Tofu (from Cooking Light) [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:54pm on 07/18/14 (2)

Oh I love this dish and your veggie additions, and I have ground pork in the freezer. - Heather_in_SF - 3:18pm on 07/18/14
I made this for my tofu-hating family and they loved it! Thanks for - Dawn_MO - 5:40pm on 07/26/14

26366. I've been asked to make a "treat" for 10 people. It is to be delivered at 8 am. and individual - CynUpstateNY - 1:19pm on 07/18/14 (43)

Does it have to be completely prepared? You could do strawberry crepes all but the assembly. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:24pm on 07/18/14

And so I think....You could do it all ahead, she just heats in nuker and you supply whipped cream. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 2:42pm on 07/18/14

Pound cake cut into thick slices and those cut with a cookie cutter. Blueberry compote on top. - MarilynFL - 1:34pm on 07/18/14

Whipped cream is NEVER too much! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:41pm on 07/18/14

Amen to that, sister. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:44pm on 07/18/14

I like this idea--strawberries could do it also. Individual - Charley - 2:03pm on 07/18/14

Wow! I could never tell anyone that I made something a friend - orchid - 1:43pm on 07/18/14

These Cream Cheese Pastry Squares are delicious. I always top - orchid - 2:33pm on 07/18/14

I've seen these using puff pastry too! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:45pm on 07/18/14

Ooh, I bet that is good too. A friend gave me the recipe. [NT] - orchid - 5:00pm on 07/18/14

Wow, that is rather brazen. I could not do that....and I would tell my friend that if she wants me [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 2:15pm on 07/18/14
Cyn, "Cake in A Bowl," by Marie Sanchez from Sweet Marias Bakery [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 2:19pm on 07/18/14

Cyn, This is Tried and True - Mocha Espresso Cheesecake in a Cup [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 2:42pm on 07/18/14

"Mocha Espresso Cheesecake"--how beautiful. I'm going to name my first child that. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:23pm on 07/18/14
I second this rec. (Thx again Gay!) It looks so pretty and tastes yummy! [NT] - barb_b - 3:41pm on 07/18/14

They all sound great!! Now to make a choice! Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:01pm on 07/18/14
Whenever I have advance notice that someone is going to try & pass off 1 of my desserts [LINK] - wigs - 3:27pm on 07/18/14

That sounds like a really clever way for you to handle it. Still polite and - CynUpstateNY - 4:13pm on 07/18/14

Ho, hum. I referenced the REC link, but then forgot to include it for clicking on! Okay, - wigs - 6:59pm on 07/18/14

I've always wanted to make this - do you grow your own pansies? That's where I hit a wall. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:04pm on 07/18/14

Nope. I buy pansies at the greenhouse and then B4 I'm ready to use any blooms, - wigs - 7:58pm on 07/18/14

Do you just buy them in pots you mean? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:15pm on 07/18/14

Yes,in little plastic containers so I can pick the colors I want then I transplant into terra cotta - wigs - 12:25pm on 07/22/14

Is your wall because of the heat? They grow all winter here and spring and fall but do not - Marg CDN2 - 8:45pm on 07/18/14

Well, I got it uploaded, but it shows up HUGE & times 4!!!! Will get DH to fix 4 me. Geesch. - wigs - 7:49pm on 07/18/14

Fixed [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:11pm on 07/18/14

Now I have your photos appearing under your post headline and they are HUGE (and gorgeous) - Heather_in_SF - 7:53pm on 07/18/14

Fixed that. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:57pm on 07/18/14

Thx, MariaDNoCA and Heather_in_SF! It's down to 1 photo. Mine still shows HUGE, but I'm - wigs - 8:06pm on 07/18/14

Copy & paste this into a new window: - wigs - 8:09pm on 07/18/14
Here's the same cake but on my Peggy Karr plate...another copy & paste! - wigs - 8:10pm on 07/18/14

Yep, both of these photos are in your original post now, but smaller. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:14pm on 07/18/14
Beautiful! I sent the photos to all my foodie friends! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:01pm on 07/21/14

I was in the middle of fixing it -- it's 2 smaller photos now. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:11pm on 07/18/14

The talant around this place just blows me away. Beautiful wigs! [NT] - orchid - 8:29am on 07/19/14

Well said! Beautiful, wigs! [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:59pm on 07/19/14

We enjoy this rec posted from Gay; rec: Goat cheesecakes with summer berries [LINK] - barb_b - 3:35pm on 07/18/14
I'd make individual trifles in clear cups. Stand a plastic fork up in it with a bow tied on. [NT] - cheezz - 6:42pm on 07/19/14

Dynamite idea, cheezz! Might I suggest Southern Living's Tropical Rum Trifle? [LINK] - wigs - 1:49pm on 07/22/14

Ooooh! That poundcake sounds delicious! Love the umbrella idea. For Christmas last year - cheezz - 10:18pm on 07/23/14

Ha...after all this she cancelled but I have some new great recipes! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:21pm on 07/22/14

Laughing here, 2. Maybe yr friend got wind of the fact that "we" were going to set her up....Smile. [NT] - wigs - 10:55am on 07/29/14

Ha! Next time I'll say I'm too busy to do it! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 9:32am on 07/31/14

26367. Does anyone grow marjoram? I have a small plant that I only use for one thing [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 2:47pm on 07/18/14 (20)

Our family favorite poultry dressing uses marjoram, it's so good on a roast chicken in general. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 3:53pm on 07/18/14

Me, too Heather. If I don't make dressing I mix it with butter, sage, parsley and - CynUpstateNY - 4:19pm on 07/18/14

I love this idea too, never thought of using it in dressing. That would be delicious. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 5:27pm on 07/18/14
Now I wish I could roast a chicken. Well I wish this every week! - Heather_in_SF - 7:41pm on 07/18/14

Fingers crossed you are scooterless soon! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:42am on 07/19/14

we always put it in pea soup [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:29pm on 07/23/14

I sometimes use it if I don't hve oregano. And I had trouble growing oregano because it is so - Marg CDN2 - 4:14pm on 07/18/14

It is better behaved than oregano. It stays in a clump, you just have to remember to trim off the - KarenNoCA - 5:23pm on 07/18/14

I use it in carnitas--otherwise I don't come across it often. A lot of my gardeners - Joe - 4:38pm on 07/18/14
I grew marjoram once, and it nearly took over the front yard. . . - mistral - 5:25pm on 07/18/14

I have to keep my mint in a clay pot in the raised bed where my herbs are. It misbehaves that way. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 5:28pm on 07/18/14

My mint is trying to escape into my dry-scaped front yard . . . - mistral - 5:09pm on 07/20/14

My mint challenge is keeping the pot it is growing in away from a step or anything remotely - Pat-NoCal - 9:48pm on 07/20/14

Mine starts great then gets ugly - like brown rust spotted [NT] - cheezz - 11:18pm on 07/20/14

Ha ha! My state is pot-friendly. I read, "Does anyone here grow marijuana? I have one plant..." LOL! [NT] - Traca - 11:03pm on 07/18/14

Marjoram is a gateway herb! Before you know it you will have a whole herb garden. [NT] - Joe - 12:10am on 07/19/14

LOL Joe! And I read it the same way but just didn't say anything. [NT] - orchid - 8:31am on 07/19/14

Brownies anyone?! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:41am on 07/19/14
How I would love a good giggle right now! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:56am on 07/19/14
I read exactly the same! told myself, wow, the forum is getting quite wild these days.... [NT] - SallyBR - 6:54am on 07/19/14

26368. What did I do??!!!!!! Suddenly the only thing I see here is the topline comment, no comments below - Heather_in_SF - 2:54pm on 07/18/14 (0)

26369. Heather, do you see the "expand all" and "collapse all" at the top of the page under the numbers? - Curious1 - 3:08pm on 07/18/14 (5)

((hangs head in shame)) yes, yes I do. thank you. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 3:16pm on 07/18/14
Good to know C1. I never noticed that before. I would have been freaking out like Heather! [NT] - barb_b - 3:58pm on 07/18/14

I panicked!! lol [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 6:01pm on 07/18/14

Ha! I remember when it happened to me! For some reason, collapse doesn't work for me now. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:08pm on 07/18/14

Huh! Learn something new every day! Collapse doesn't work for me, either. [NT] - cheezz - 6:39pm on 07/19/14

26370. Doesn't this sound good - REC: Raspberry and Ros� jam [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 3:20pm on 07/18/14 (0)

26371. REC: Alice Medrich's "Fastest Fudge Cake"; Indeed this is very fast and . . . [LINK] - mistral - 5:51pm on 07/18/14 (0)

26372. Spices....why did it have to be spices?! Am I the only one who has this problem? - MariaDNoCA - 2:42pm on 07/19/14 (28)

I have a small cupboard with two tall shelves. Two lazy susans. One with savory - CynUpstateNY - 2:56pm on 07/19/14
Lovely foot. Yes, that disarray would be discouraging. I use 2 2-tiered lazy susan types. - Marg CDN2 - 3:18pm on 07/19/14

And another vote for the two tiered lazy susans. nt [NT] - Charley - 3:23pm on 07/19/14
Wrong. 1 2-tier and 3 1-tier. Went looking to take photos & now I can't remember bucket's password [LINK] [IMAGE] - Marg CDN2 - 4:30pm on 07/19/14

So Maria, I took your instructions, right-clicked on the image in PB, copied link location and - Marg CDN2 - 4:55pm on 07/19/14

Hummm - MariaDNoCA - 12:57am on 07/20/14

The real problem is that they are not particularly good after - Charley - 3:22pm on 07/19/14

well, I take that with a BIG grain of salt.... - SallyBR - 8:14pm on 07/19/14

I don't disagree, but things like aromatics DO lose power== - Charley - 7:27pm on 07/20/14

I only grate nutmeg fresh... - SallyBR - 10:06am on 07/21/14

Here's how I keep things organized: if I don't use the entire cello bag of spice, I... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:05pm on 07/21/14

Dang... - SallyBR - 4:23pm on 07/22/14

You're probably looking at a couple hundred dollars worth too. I consider myself... - Michael in Phoenix - 11:10am on 07/20/14

I keep jars of spices and herbs in a very long drawer. Each jar has a label on the lid. [NT] - Sylvia - 4:52pm on 07/19/14
My solution...dowels for separation. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:58pm on 07/19/14

Will keep that in mind when the new drawers are built. Thanks for the idea. [NT] - Sylvia - 5:54pm on 07/19/14

I was just saying that I needed to reorganize my collection... - judy-mass - 6:03pm on 07/19/14

Having a minor reno to our kitchen motivated me to clean out every cupboard and drawer.. - Sylvia - 11:06am on 07/20/14

In addition to lazy susans/tiered shelves. I've found it is helpful to do an inventroy - LisainLA - 6:28pm on 07/19/14

Inventory...:D [NT] - LisainLA - 6:28pm on 07/19/14
Lisa, thanks for the list! - judy-mass - 11:27pm on 07/19/14

You're welcome! Curious to know what you have that I don't, I'd probably like - LisainLA - 5:35pm on 07/23/14

Lisa, when I get around to sorting them I will make a list and post it [NT] - judy-mass - 9:53am on 07/26/14

I have an inventory for my chest freezer and find it very helpful - should do one for herbs/spices! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 1:34pm on 07/26/14

My friend who has a bento blog uses these small plastic baskets, about [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 4:53pm on 07/21/14

I think this is actually pretty nice.... I am tempted... [NT] - SallyBR - 4:24pm on 07/22/14
Absolutely useful. I have various sizes all over the house. They really help to expand usefulness - Marg CDN2 - 5:54pm on 07/22/14

I use these plastic stacking bins [LINK] - Tess - 5:10pm on 07/22/14

26373. Medallions of Pork with Riesling Sauce (Easy and very tasty) - Sylvia - 4:49pm on 07/19/14 (8)

This sounds wonderful. [NT] - Joe - 6:19pm on 07/19/14
Aw, I miss LCBO. But this is just what I was looking for for some chops tonight. Thanks. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:28pm on 07/19/14
What is LCBO Food & Drink Magazine? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:26am on 07/20/14

The LCBO is the Liquor Control Board of Ontario. It is the only place where a person [LINK] - Sylvia - 3:05pm on 07/20/14

The magazine is truly first class and seems to be quite well-known all over. The Christmas edition - Marg CDN2 - 3:54pm on 07/20/14

Marg, how about I send you the Christmas edition? Send me an - Sylvia - 6:02am on 07/21/14

Thank you Syliva but.... - Marg CDN2 - 9:31pm on 07/21/14

Thanks Sylvia, this was dinner tonight and it is delicious!! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 7:41pm on 07/21/14

26374. I have been so upset about Meryl. I miss waking up in the morning with her suggested links - barb_b - 7:23pm on 07/19/14 (9)

That is a very nice gesture..... - SallyBR - 8:22pm on 07/19/14

I agree Sally, but it seems that whoever is responsible could have cared less about innocent people [NT] - KarenNoCA - 10:26am on 07/20/14

We could do a separate thread for "Meryl's Bests" [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:08pm on 07/19/14
Let me join yr club, barb_b. I stirred up a batch of choc chunk cookies last night & kept thinking - wigs - 5:27am on 07/20/14
Even though I don't post often, I read this site every day. I too have made a donation in Meryl's - emtd - 3:10pm on 07/20/14

I've been out of town. What happened???? [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:32am on 07/22/14

Done a lovely suggestion [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:15pm on 07/20/14
Found the thread. Just so tragic. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:01pm on 07/22/14
So sad to hear about Meryl. She will be greatly missed. - GeorgiaRose - 12:18pm on 07/24/14

26375. REc: Marinade for chicken breasts - elaine - 3:40am on 07/20/14 (4)

Sounds great. I'll surely give it a try. Thanks elaine. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:51am on 07/20/14
What a lovely flavour profile! Must try it. [NT] - Sylvia - 6:43am on 07/20/14
I remember this. Made it many moons ago. It's a Pierre Franey recipe... [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 11:10am on 07/20/14

Thanks. I love him even more. [NT] - elaine - 12:55am on 07/21/14

26376. Rec: Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake aka Dark Chocolate Fudge Cake - Ann - 9:48am on 07/20/14 (2)

Thank you for posting it here. I consider myself baking impaired but this looks doable. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:48pm on 07/20/14
I baked this today as cupcakes. Fabulous and easy. [IMAGE] - AngAk1 - 3:01am on 07/25/14

26377. Charlie's Asian Pulled-Pork Burgers with Vietnamese Slaw is fabulous - KarenNoCA - 10:53am on 07/20/14 (5)

I freeze shredded pork whenever I make it. I use a food saver. Very convenient meals! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:05am on 07/20/14
Exactly what I am going to do after tonight. I have lots leftover. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:27pm on 07/20/14
I made the recipe in the current Cooks Illustrated for barbecue on a gas grill. - Janet in NC - 1:18pm on 07/20/14
Glad you liked it as much as we did---I think I could smell it cooking from here BG [NT] - charlie - 4:54pm on 07/21/14

even better the next day as a leftover. A keeper. [NT] - Janet in NC - 9:48pm on 07/21/14

26378. Pots and Pans - KarenNoCA - 11:22am on 07/20/14 (13)

Karen, I've had good luck with BarKeepers Friend on my Le Cruset interiors. [NT] - Janet in NC - 1:12pm on 07/20/14

Thanks, I will pick it up. I use my Dutch Oven a lot for braising - KarenNoCA - 1:44pm on 07/20/14

I've found that a good shellacking with Soft Scrub overnight, does the trick. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:31pm on 07/20/14

By shellacking, do you mean to make a paste and leave it on all night? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:43am on 07/21/14

Sorry,Karen. Yes, that's what I meant. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:01am on 07/22/14

Use a bleach solution on it. nt [NT] - Charley - 9:48am on 07/21/14

I see Soft Scrub has a product which includes bleach. I tried Bar Keepers Friend and it - KarenNoCA - 11:42am on 07/21/14

I personally do not use even soft scrub or the like on mine. nt [NT] - Charley - 5:41pm on 07/21/14

I don't have Le Cruset, but I use Oxy Clean on my sink - hot water+Oxy overnight= no stains [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:24pm on 07/21/14

You can put it on the stove like that and bring it to a boil. It will be done immediately. Just - MarilynFL - 11:09am on 07/23/14

I just won't use this anymore. It completely ate the finish off my - orchid - 12:03pm on 07/23/14

No, those pans are probably French steel or some iron - Charley - 9:53am on 07/21/14
Restaurant stuff gets a heck of a lot more use! I knew a chef once that calculated - Traca - 12:28pm on 07/23/14

26379. Forgot to add that I didn't care for the sauce in the recipe. I made it and put about 1/2 Cup on - Janet in NC - 1:24pm on 07/20/14 (1)

If you like the eastern NC style sauce which is just vinegar - Charley - 10:49pm on 07/20/14

26380. This may be a really stupid question. I bake and send cookies to my BIL in Florida - CynUpstateNY - 8:39pm on 07/20/14 (6)

It will be fine. nt [NT] - Charley - 10:44pm on 07/20/14
Shortbread, biscotti, brownies, Everything Cookies [NT] - cheezz - 11:19pm on 07/20/14
Cyn, Tried and True - Biscotti Regina [LINK] - GayR - 8:50am on 07/21/14

I've saved this recipe, Gay, but I just took Cook's biscotti out of the oven. Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:35pm on 07/21/14

I think I'll make these, too! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:37pm on 07/21/14

You are very welcome Cyn, enjoy them. [NT] - GayR - 5:36pm on 07/21/14

26381. Kentucky Derby Pie & Fudge Pie - Marsha tbay - 12:28pm on 07/21/14 (2)

Oh, my goodness. I am salivating already. A lady just asked me 2day for some choc dessert ideas - wigs - 4:53pm on 07/21/14
Boy, oh Boy, am I tempted [NT] - oli - 5:37pm on 07/21/14

26382. Weekend bread adventure: Gorgonzola Fougasse with Figs and Pecans (not burnt this time!) - MariaDNoCA - 4:17pm on 07/21/14 (16)

My mouth is watering Maria!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:30pm on 07/21/14
Ah, I live in southern California, and if there are any leftovers you could . . . - mistral - 5:24pm on 07/21/14
Wow that looks beautiful! [NT] - barb_b - 5:29pm on 07/21/14
Just gorgeous, Maria. I can almost smell it! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:19pm on 07/21/14
A thing of beauty. This may be a combo that I have to try. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:30pm on 07/21/14
Gorgeous! It's been ages since I baked a fougasse. Gorgonzola with figs would be a treat. [NT] - Sylvia - 6:27am on 07/22/14
That looks absolutely amazing! Great job Maria!! You should be so proud :) [NT] - Barbara in VA - 9:00am on 07/22/14
Fantastic! [NT] - wigs - 12:20pm on 07/22/14
A thing of pure beauty! You have to be super proud of yourself!!!!! [NT] - SallyBR - 10:30pm on 07/22/14

Well, it's a lot better than last time! Thanks all! I'm so having fun with bread! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:36pm on 07/23/14

THis looks wonderful - what kind of wine did you serve with it? I am no good - LisainLA - 5:34pm on 07/23/14

A vintage port or late-harvest zin would go well, as would something like an older, Aussie Shiraz. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 3:58am on 07/24/14
Or for a Provencal summer, a chilly rose. (where are the accents when you need them?) [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:18pm on 07/24/14

Thank you both! [NT] - LisainLA - 1:21pm on 07/25/14

Wow [NT] - Joe - 12:37pm on 07/28/14

Ditto [NT] - AngAk1 - 4:18pm on 07/28/14

26383. site down time - pmassell_93 - 4:47pm on 07/21/14 (5)

Thanks Paul - noticed and thought that was the reason. :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:26pm on 07/21/14
And thank you for all you do!! [NT] - cheezz - 6:58pm on 07/21/14
No apologies needed Paul - so appreciative of all you do! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:50am on 07/22/14
Paul, every day this site is still on the internet is a true blessing. Thank you! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:14pm on 07/22/14

Very true and well said - thank you Paul! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:38pm on 07/22/14

26384. Oooh Yum! Publix has Rainier Cherries for $3.99 a lb this week. I love - orchid - 7:19pm on 07/21/14 (5)

That is a steal, those are my favorite cherries! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 2:35pm on 07/22/14

It is and gosh are they good! [NT] - orchid - 4:42pm on 07/22/14

Oops, Fl. people. I went brain dead...it's Winn Dixie not Publix. Ugh [NT] - orchid - 5:06pm on 07/22/14

Thanks Orchid, you got me to try them. They are indeed terrific littloe gems. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:54pm on 07/25/14

I'm glad you tried them. They are always so much more expensive - orchid - 6:17pm on 07/25/14

26385. Made this Honey Glazed Fried Chicken for dinner tonight. Absolutely THE best [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 8:11pm on 07/21/14 (11)

OMG that sounds so good! Happy 41!!! What a fun, special dinner to celebrate a special night [NT] - barb_b - 9:06pm on 07/21/14
Close. Yesterday would have been our 40th. Yikes. Time. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:27pm on 07/21/14

(((hugs))) [NT] - Traca - 10:50pm on 07/21/14

((ditto!)) [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:38pm on 07/22/14

Congratulations Cyn! Moving up to 47 here. How time flies. And - orchid - 10:28pm on 07/21/14

Happy Annversary Cyn! - judy-mass - 7:51am on 07/22/14

Happy Anniversary! And thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:51am on 07/22/14
Big anniversary wishes to you and your husband! [NT] - wigs - 11:53am on 07/22/14
Congrats Cyn! Our 33rd was last Friday. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:38pm on 07/22/14

Congrats to you too Marilyn! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:58pm on 07/22/14

Thanks, folks and congrats to you, too, Marilyn. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:58pm on 07/22/14

26386. Help! I scored an invite to Diner en Blanc....aka fancy flash mob dinner. What would you make? [LINK] - Traca - 9:58pm on 07/21/14 (74)

And what will you wear?!!!!!! OMG So fun Traca! [NT] - orchid - 10:23pm on 07/21/14

That was the first thing I thought! White, for sure. And I've got my eye on this wig. ;) [IMAGE] - Traca - 10:47pm on 07/21/14

Love it! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:19pm on 07/21/14

Calling Heather in SF! --- I know she's been to it. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:05pm on 07/21/14

I'm going this year too! It's really fun, people go over the top with decor. [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 12:40pm on 07/22/14

Just found your blog for the first time and it's wonderful! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:10pm on 07/22/14

Oh Cyn, thank you so much! - Heather_in_SF - 2:29pm on 07/22/14

I think it's all quality! You write so well. For those who haven't seen it, here's a link. [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 5:14pm on 07/22/14

I agree, Heather is a gifted writer, have followed her blog from the beginning. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:42pm on 07/22/14

thank you, I'm humbled. and I don't deserve your praise. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:46pm on 07/23/14

Yes you do. You are a wonderful writer. Several years ago you wrote - orchid - 8:23pm on 07/23/14

Heather, I followed the directions from the church cook for the salmon. easier than you might think [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:48pm on 07/23/14

Oh of course, starting from the tail! - Heather_in_SF - 4:40pm on 08/08/14

I wrapped mine in foil and baked it. worked great. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:46pm on 08/08/14

Geez they are all over the place. There was one here, too. I'll bet there will be lots of - Marg CDN2 - 12:54am on 07/22/14
Veal or Chickn Tonnato comes to mind. - Sylvia - 6:17am on 07/22/14
How very cool! Can't wait to hear all about it! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:56am on 07/22/14
Congrats! What an experience it is sure to be:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:33am on 07/22/14
Sounds like so much fun! Have a great time Traca and tell us all about it. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 9:04am on 07/22/14
How fun! These two rec sound fun; for a fancy outdoor event.... [NT] - barb_b - 9:56am on 07/22/14

Rec: Fresh Fig Crostata w/ Ricotta and honey [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 9:57am on 07/22/14
Rec: Smores cookies [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 9:58am on 07/22/14

I heard about this on NPR. Look forward to hearing about it. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:21am on 07/22/14
That sounds like fun Traca. The link takes one to info about the event. [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 11:14am on 07/22/14

I bet she's going to this one on Aug. 9th in Seattle. [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 12:27pm on 07/22/14

That's it! [NT] - Traca - 8:54pm on 07/22/14

I have wanted to do one here as a fund raiser for an - Charley - 12:49pm on 07/22/14
I am totally obsessed with this and would give anything to go to [LINK] [IMAGE] - orchid - 2:06pm on 07/22/14

Wow! That's a terrific post. Thanks for sharing! I loved seeing all the other tables. I'm a guest & - Traca - 8:42pm on 07/22/14

This Lebanese Chicken has never failed me. [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 2:40pm on 07/22/14

I was looking for this! I remember you making it for a picnic - orchid - 3:34pm on 07/22/14

I love it cold with potato salad. And when I want to dress up potato salad I garnish it with - Joe - 4:46pm on 07/22/14

That sounds lovely! Thanks Joe. [NT] - Traca - 8:43pm on 07/22/14

Orchid, I like the way you think! This sounds lovely. We have 18 people in our party and [LINK] - Traca - 8:52pm on 07/22/14

How is all of that stuff (decorations, lighting, food, plateware) getting to tables? I only - MarilynFL - 7:48am on 07/23/14

Nope, not most of them. It is kept secret until a couple of hours - orchid - 8:42am on 07/23/14

Apparently you rent the table and chairs. They're all provided, as far as I understand. The food - Traca - 12:15pm on 07/23/14

That's a big help for you but they don't all do it. Most that I have - orchid - 12:28pm on 07/23/14

For instance, here's the link to Miami's DEB. Read the answer [LINK] - orchid - 12:36pm on 07/23/14

How about a big rolling suitcase? [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:21pm on 07/23/14

That is a great choice too. Now you do understand you are required - orchid - 8:47am on 07/23/14

Yes, I'll be taking photos like crazy! This is one time I doubt I'll be at the table much. :) [NT] - Traca - 12:12pm on 07/23/14
Yes, photos! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:21pm on 07/23/14

Traca, I made this for a holiday party I catered 2 years ago. Delicious! [NT] - wigs - 10:47am on 07/23/14

I made it for a wedding a couple years ago and it was amazing! It made lots though [LINK] - Traca - 12:17pm on 07/23/14

Traca, garnish out Joe's deviled eggs w/ white pansy blossoms. Yes, a garnish 4 his garnish! lol [NT] - wigs - 10:48am on 07/23/14

Wow, check this out. It would be a tasty beauty and perfect for your event. [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 6:20pm on 07/22/14

I've read recipes like this and never tried them. This sounds like the perfect opportunity for it. [NT] - Joe - 9:46pm on 07/22/14

I'm definitely making this! [NT] - orchid - 11:48am on 07/23/14

Oops! Comment above belongs here. [NT] - Traca - 10:15pm on 07/22/14

Don't forget your Tomato Tate Tatin from last summer--this was so good! [LINK] - MoNJ - 4:02pm on 07/23/14

errr, make that Tarte Tatin! [NT] - MoNJ - 4:03pm on 07/23/14
So funny. I keep forgetting about that recipe! Must make soon. [NT] - Traca - 3:47pm on 07/24/14

Very upscale, very much a show-stopper: Smoked Salmon Cheesecake - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:26pm on 07/23/14

Here's one more- Layered Cheese and Pesto Torte - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:29pm on 07/23/14

Ooh! This looks good too! A bit easier than the one I've made before. Thank you! [NT] - Traca - 11:27am on 07/24/14

Do you serve this sliced or as an appetizer with crostini? [NT] - Traca - 3:49pm on 07/24/14

Spread on either crackers or toasted baguette slices. Too soft to slice. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:57am on 07/25/14
Oops- were you referring to the smoked salmon cheesecake? I answered re the layered torte-see inside - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:01pm on 07/25/14

Salmon cheesecake. Thanks! Also, do you use hot or cold smoked salmon? I'm inclined to use - Traca - 9:54pm on 07/25/14

Perfect! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:07pm on 07/26/14

If your looking to transport in a springform, I would recomend rec: Vegetable Frittata [LINK] - barb_b - 1:53pm on 07/23/14

this is a fav for my houseguests. [NT] - Anna_X - 7:06pm on 07/23/14

I was just in Chicago and had lunch at Tre Kroner. Had an amazing quiche. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:24pm on 07/23/14

Good call. And I have a terrific base for quiche. Have you tried Thomas Keller's? My favorite. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 11:29am on 07/24/14

I haven't, but that looks great. Thanks for the link. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:35pm on 07/26/14

Is the food supposed to be white as well? white choc dipped strawberries? popcorn drizzled in white - AngAk1 - 7:53pm on 07/23/14

No, the food is very elegant French picnic food. Only the people [LINK] - orchid - 8:11pm on 07/23/14

Orchid, I'd give up my spot if you can get to Seattle. Seriously! #LiveTheDream [NT] - Traca - 10:37pm on 07/23/14

Those seats are hard to come by Traca. Go and take it all in and - orchid - 8:31am on 07/24/14

Okay, but know if you could get here, the seat is yours! I have the good fortune to attend a lot of - Traca - 11:25am on 07/24/14

Traca - you are a kind soul. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:31am on 07/24/14
Yes, you are definitely a kind soul Traca. Go and have fun and I - orchid - 11:58am on 07/24/14
How generous, Traca; what a nice gesture. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:36pm on 07/26/14

26387. SallyBRs Apple Cake with grains of paradise is fabulous! I ordered some precious grains - Barbara in VA - 9:08am on 07/22/14 (6)

I ordered my grains whole because I think all pepper is best ground - orchid - 9:41am on 07/22/14

I think somewhere in the thread about this cake, it was suggested the Grains of Paradise are best - KarenNoCA - 11:06am on 07/22/14

I've also seen it used in lentil soup and in a meat/poultry/fish rub [NT] - cheezz - 11:43am on 07/22/14

SallyBR, I've no doubt that U are singlehandedly responsible 4 any recent spike in the stock price - wigs - 11:17am on 07/22/14

Sometimes I even amaze myself... ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 5:41pm on 07/22/14

I was amused when dh read the label of a bottle of beer. Brewed with lemon peel & grains of paradise [NT] - Curious1 - 1:40pm on 07/24/14

26388. I've been away and just read the news about Meryl. Just tragic. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:47am on 07/22/14 (22)

Hi, Amanda. Yes, Meryl sure threw us a curve ball. I knew she was still grieving for - wigs - 2:10pm on 07/22/14

Losing a spouse or partner is so traumatic. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:32pm on 07/23/14

I'm so sad for Meryl and am worried about my mom. - Heather_in_SF - 7:45pm on 07/23/14

please voice your concerns. it takes a lot to revoke a license. they will test and be - AngAk1 - 8:03pm on 07/23/14
I can speak from personal and present experience. Please, you MUST - Charley - 12:50pm on 07/24/14
Heather, sending hugs to you and your mom. I don't have any answers for you, - Curious1 - 1:55pm on 07/24/14

Spoken with grace, Curious. My sentiments exactly. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:09am on 07/25/14

Do tell the doctor; he or she needs all the relevant information. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:14pm on 07/24/14
Do all the tests and tell her dr. There are meds that help - MariaDNoCA - 2:58pm on 07/24/14
Heather it is so saddening to see this deterioration happen to one of the people who took - Marg CDN2 - 4:15pm on 07/24/14

Good advice about the "paperwork". Includes wills, POAs, - Charley - 5:54pm on 07/24/14

Very true, if she is declared incompetent, any will etc can be contested with ease. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:57pm on 07/24/14

A good lawyer won't write wills or paperwork if they can tell someone is not competent - Melissa Dallas - 7:33pm on 07/24/14

Exactly the point. So the best time to do it is SOON, especially if you need a legal - Marg CDN2 - 9:00pm on 07/24/14

(((Heather)))) Dealing with a similar situation with my mom from afar - LisainLA - 12:04pm on 07/25/14

I want to thank you all so much from the bottom of my heart. - Heather_in_SF - 6:14pm on 07/28/14

(((Heather)))) When we did this with my mom - my sister actually faxed her concerns - LisainLA - 10:13pm on 07/28/14

(((Heather))) Lisa this is such a wonderful suggestion! - PatBastrop - 2:52pm on 07/30/14
Personally, I hate being taken by surprise. This is a terrific strategy for a number of situations. - Traca - 8:50pm on 07/30/14

I talked to my mom this week and she says - Heather_in_SF - 4:42pm on 08/08/14

Hugs to you Heather. I think of you often. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:34am on 08/02/14

[NT] - PatBastrop - 2:55pm on 07/30/14

26389. It's summer so it's time for Julia's cucumber soup. So good served cold. - Joe - 2:46pm on 07/22/14 (4)

Such a shortage of good cold soup recipes. Thanks Joe. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:31pm on 07/22/14
I'm finally going to make this. I've heard you talk about it before and I've... - Michael in Phoenix - 7:32pm on 07/22/14

I've used both types of cukes and both colors of vinegar and it always comes out well. - Joe - 9:43pm on 07/22/14

Great! Thanks for the info. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:30pm on 07/22/14

26390. FYI fruit recall: Costco, Trader Joes, Sam's Club, Kroger etc [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 4:32pm on 07/22/14 (19)

I am getting tired of recalls like this especially from Trader Joe's and - KarenNoCA - 7:22pm on 07/22/14
I think we (a collective term) brought this on ourselves. We want everything available all the time. - MarilynFL - 7:27am on 07/23/14

Marilyn, you are right on! I totally agree. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 9:07am on 07/23/14

Exactly right and I doubt it will ever change. [NT] - orchid - 9:34am on 07/23/14

Marilyn, I have printed out what you said so beautifully and have it near my computer and phone - KarenNoCA - 9:39am on 07/23/14
You hit the nail on the head! Just finished reading Dan Barber's The Third Plate, really enjoyed it - MoNJ - 12:46pm on 07/23/14

It is not the foodies of the world who want this, it is those who do not appreciate - KarenNoCA - 9:35am on 07/23/14
Am I missing something? I thought the recall is for fruit that is now in season grown in CA. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:01pm on 07/23/14

It is - our stone fruit season started a bit early this year - usually end of May/first of June. - LisainLA - 2:39pm on 07/23/14
Yes, it is.And spring lamb from New Zealand is also "in season". ;o) [NT] - Charley - 4:27pm on 07/23/14

I was referring to "imported" vs "local". Of course spring lamb is in season in New Zealand. :D [NT] - LisainLA - 5:26pm on 07/23/14

My rant wasn't about this specific recall...it was the expectation of food out of season. - MarilynFL - 8:15pm on 07/23/14

I see, I get confused easily. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:01pm on 07/24/14

~ sits with Curious1 in the "CC" (confused corner) ~ ;D [NT] - LisainLA - 12:05pm on 07/25/14

If I bring candy, can I join you two?? [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:37pm on 07/25/14

Scootch on over, honey....may I join you? I'll bring wine. Wine softens confusion, and more. ;-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:05pm on 07/25/14

and I'll bring the chocolate....dark or milk? [NT] - cheezz - 2:13pm on 07/26/14

Slightly partial to dark, myself, but honestly, not picky when it comes to chocolate. ;-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:35pm on 07/26/14

Me, either. :D [NT] - LisainLA - 10:08pm on 07/28/14

26391. wigs, I received the Grains of Paradise. THANK YOU SO MUCH for sharing! [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:22am on 07/23/14 (4)

U're very welcome, Marilyn! The Spice House folks assured me that U should have enough to - wigs - 8:38am on 07/23/14

Question: has everyone been using Granny Smiths for the apple cake? [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:26am on 07/23/14

I did Marilyn. I followed the recipe exactly as I always do the first - orchid - 11:44am on 07/23/14
Speaking of foods out of season....my Granny Smith's were from Chile.. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 12:06pm on 07/23/14

26392. This cucumber salad is the best I have had. I used an Armenian cuke [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 11:11am on 07/23/14 (4)

Making this tonight. Thx! I love cucs!!! [NT] - barb_b - 1:27pm on 07/23/14

YUM! We are really enjoying this! Thanks for posting the rec. Very refreshing [NT] - barb_b - 8:21pm on 07/23/14

equally good, if not better the next day. Thanks for sharing the rec. My family is danish, (dh is - barb_b - 2:10pm on 07/24/14

I have made it a few times already and love it. I am half Danish on my dad's side. So I was - KarenNoCA - 3:37pm on 08/02/14

26393. My brain is not working today and I lost my bookmarks. What's the name of the quick moving - CynUpstateNY - 11:43am on 07/23/14 (5)

Tastespotting? {i think of trainspotting} [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:00pm on 07/23/14

Photograzing? (this site is now closed) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:01pm on 07/23/14

Pinterest Food & Drink [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:02pm on 07/23/14

Tastespotting it !! Thanks! ! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 12:04pm on 07/23/14

Also foodgawker. Com [NT] - rhoward2va - 6:49am on 07/24/14

26394. Online artisan bread class taught by Peter Reinhart himself - Charley - 1:23pm on 07/23/14 (6)

I have his book, but I'm going to try Dan Lepard's basically "do nothing" bread next. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:37pm on 07/23/14

Oven Temperature - JudyW - 12:29am on 07/25/14

Judy, another of his bread videos show this temperature in the recipe section: - MarilynFL - 8:30am on 07/25/14
someone else may have the "right" answer but in case you need info soon: - cyalexa2 - 8:31am on 07/25/14
I usually bake my breads at 425F... - SallyBR - 9:13am on 07/25/14

Thank you� - JudyW - 8:53pm on 07/25/14

26395. What do you say when.... - Marg CDN2 - 1:48pm on 07/23/14 (30)

and here's another. Why is it that people won't eat the flavourful juicy skin of the breast but - Marg CDN2 - 1:51pm on 07/23/14

Raising hand here...I think the skin on the breast is thicker and I will - orchid - 2:01pm on 07/23/14

I dunno. She picked at it. Didn't eat the beautiful crispy herby skin but said how much she liked - Marg CDN2 - 2:37pm on 07/23/14

I think if you want to be around this person, you are going to have to - LisainLA - 2:41pm on 07/23/14

Good advice Lisa. [NT] - orchid - 4:01pm on 07/23/14

This is the way we/I like it. Do you want white or dark meat? [NT] - Traca - 1:53pm on 07/23/14

Classy. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:05pm on 07/23/14
I guess that was what I was demonstrating, by saying nothing. See her response - Marg CDN2 - 2:34pm on 07/23/14

I think part of the joy of eating at other people's houses is learning how they do things. I've - Traca - 3:09pm on 07/23/14
Yep, you're wrong there. They are coming to your home to eat - orchid - 3:56pm on 07/23/14

"...had slightly bigger boobs than most." - MarilynFL - 2:03pm on 07/23/14
Marg, I think your friend was trying to demonstrate to you that she is a good cook... - barb_b - 2:03pm on 07/23/14

Actually, that is a constant concern among a few of us. We get invited for dinner, and that's - Marg CDN2 - 2:28pm on 07/23/14

Is she the generation which cooked their food to death, even vegetables were cooked - KarenNoCA - 2:49pm on 07/23/14

Either "it will be fine" or "Oh! I'm trying a new recipe: - 20 mins per lb @ 350F" - MariaDNoCA - 7:34pm on 07/23/14
two stories for you... - Heather_in_SF - 7:35pm on 07/23/14

Loved it! [NT] - SallyBR - 9:02pm on 07/23/14

You just say it's your tried and true recipe and if she thinks her piece is undercooked, - cheezz - 10:04pm on 07/23/14

Whatever you do or say, I bet she comes back for more! [NT] - cheezz - 10:09pm on 07/23/14

"Oh, this is so juicy! Thank you for having me leave it in the turned off oven just a little longer. - Joe - 10:44pm on 07/23/14

What a fun thread, I laughed, was appalled, and laughed some more! - KarenNoCA - 11:17am on 07/24/14

I love these stories. Here's mine...... - wigs - 11:36am on 07/24/14

Wow Wigs. You hit so many nails here. You pegged my friend exactly but different from your - Marg CDN2 - 3:59pm on 07/24/14

Oh marg, I disagree completely!!!! - MarilynFL - 12:07pm on 07/25/14

With age comes the ability to speak one's mind. I would have to say that this dinner was carefully - AngAk1 - 5:38pm on 07/28/14

YOU? No, it's not you.... I would love a friend like you ANYTIME... ;0))))) [NT] - SallyBR - 12:28pm on 07/25/14

Thank you all for your contributions. I didn't realize that so much of this problem is me but - Marg CDN2 - 4:00pm on 07/24/14

Don't blame yourself. [LINK] - cyalexa2 - 4:45pm on 07/24/14
I really don't see it as your problem unless it is the part of - Charley - 5:49pm on 07/24/14
I would definitely not say the problem is you - but sometimes in order to deal - LisainLA - 1:29pm on 07/25/14

26396. Where can I find Maria's red, white and blue potato salad? The search brought up nothing for me [NT] - KarenNoCA - 2:53pm on 07/23/14 (2)

here [NT] [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 3:01pm on 07/23/14

Thank you. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:27pm on 07/23/14

26397. ISO Traca, I was searching for French Picnic Recipes and found these and some really look good and [LINK] - GayR - 6:40am on 07/24/14 (3)

What a neat list!! Love to think about some of them. Thanks. [NT] - Charley - 7:07am on 07/24/14
I saw this also. There are some really nice selections. [NT] - orchid - 7:28am on 07/24/14
These look fabulous. I hope I will be cooking again soon so I can make some of these. [NT] - elaine - 1:43pm on 07/24/14

26398. Exquisite Website - Photography Amazing - Recipes Enticing - Latartinegourmande.com [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 7:12am on 07/24/14 (2)

Beautiful. Just requested my library to purchase it. Thanks, Gay! [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:48am on 07/24/14

What a good idea! I'm going to do the same! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:29am on 07/24/14

26399. NFR Challenge: Help me find a bathroom vanity that FITS! - MarilynFL - 12:22pm on 07/24/14 (13)

Dang. Just got to your Ikea "solution". Man, if you can't solve - Charley - 12:43pm on 07/24/14
How about not a vanity but a pedestal sink and cabinets somewhere - Charley - 12:44pm on 07/24/14
Why not just get a granite/Corian/Something similar counter... - judy-mass - 12:45pm on 07/24/14
Or a corner countertop? I have seen that when people renovate a closet and make into a small bath - barb_b - 2:04pm on 07/24/14

ooops just saw that you said corner is not an option... [NT] - barb_b - 2:35pm on 07/24/14

Do you mean 30" wide and 16 inches deep? [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 2:40pm on 07/24/14

Ha, I just came to post a similar vanity with what looks to be same sink. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:47pm on 07/24/14

And then there are the cabinets that have open area below them, can't think what they're - Curious1 - 2:56pm on 07/24/14

I guess they're called floating vanities. Pics of several here. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:59pm on 07/24/14

You can have a custom one poured to fit. Using that plasticky marble-looking stuff. I did one for - Marg CDN2 - 3:31pm on 07/24/14
Ask for reccos for a good interior decorator in your area, then pay her for one hour to give you - KarenNoCA - 3:43pm on 07/24/14

I 2nd this...you really get a lot of bang for the buck using a pro... - MariaDNoCA - 6:51pm on 07/24/14

Thank you! Lots of good ideas (and Maria, it was "depth") [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:38am on 07/25/14

26400. Hey Joe, your Lebanese Chicken was delicious last night. Can't wait for leftovers today. [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:06pm on 07/24/14 (4)

I'm making a very similar recipe tonight and finishing with a quick dip, - deb-in-MI - 1:22pm on 07/24/14
I'm going to make this for house guests on Sunday. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:25pm on 07/24/14
Glad you liked it! I will remember the grill method--probably added a level of flavor. [NT] - Joe - 5:26pm on 07/24/14

I had the leftover chicken, cold, for lunch. It is quite good that way. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:41pm on 07/24/14

26401. NFR-Smile....Here is the customer response email from CDBaby (for a music CD I ordered) - MarilynFL - 3:32pm on 07/24/14 (6)

ossum blossom! - MariaDNoCA - 3:43pm on 07/24/14
OMG that is hilarious! [NT] - orchid - 3:45pm on 07/24/14
Now there is a company with a sense of fun and humor. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:47pm on 07/24/14
Very cute! And they couldn't have chosen a better customer for their wall! [NT] - wigs - 3:51pm on 07/24/14
Wow. Well played, CDBaby. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:52pm on 07/24/14
That was my laugh for the day! Thanks for sharing! [NT] - barb_b - 5:20pm on 07/24/14

26402. Does anyone have a good egg dish for a guest breakfast? - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:54pm on 07/24/14 (39)

Amanda, Have a look at Emeril Lagasse Mexican Breakfast Casserole, read the reviews. [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 5:11pm on 07/24/14

Amanda, Here is Gale Gand's Strata featured in House Beautiful [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 5:27pm on 07/24/14
I made this for a brunch and it was excellent! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:45pm on 07/24/14

My comment was in reference to Emeril's dish. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:47pm on 07/24/14

Want something on the Mexican side. Here's a Chile Rellianos Casserole [LINK] - orchid - 6:32pm on 07/24/14

I make this a LOT - it's really fabulous and I can assemble the night before. [NT] - cheezz - 11:41pm on 07/24/14

This one is also fabulous - very customize able by adding sliced ham or turkey, etc [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 11:43pm on 07/24/14

This has been on my try list forever - it's overnight and looks all fancy [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:46pm on 07/24/14

Also, I really like these Ham & Cheese Brunch Squares [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 1:00am on 07/25/14

I second this one (Tx again Maria). It looks so pretty and very forgiving. My latest brunch rec - barb_b - 8:31am on 07/25/14

Still love this one - so easy and delicious. REC: Caramel French Toast [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 11:57am on 07/25/14

This was one of the first overnight breakfast dishes that I made and I love it - KarenNoCA - 12:57pm on 07/25/14

Aww, don't let that comment keep you from the yumminess of this. I've thought of - LisainLA - 1:34pm on 07/25/14
I once had a similar response from my sister's sister-in-law but a bit more extreme - deb-in-MI - 1:57pm on 07/25/14

I'll never understand how anyone can be so rude! I could never do that! [NT] - orchid - 2:07pm on 07/25/14
Holy cow! That is very over-the-top...I wonder sometimes if it ever crosses - LisainLA - 2:31pm on 07/25/14
Wow! I'm stunned! That could only be acceptable if she was deathly allergic to the food. - MarilynFL - 2:34pm on 07/25/14
Oh my! I'd be incredulous. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:13pm on 07/25/14
Deb, I am at a loss for words... Seriously! Aren't you making all the desserts for your upcoming - barb_b - 4:26pm on 07/25/14

She isn't coming:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:15pm on 07/26/14

UNREAL! I guess some people were indeed raised by wolves. [NT] - SallyBR - 4:36pm on 07/25/14
I read this to my husband.... - SallyBR - 9:00pm on 07/25/14

Yep. I wasn't even that offended because she was so off her rocker how she handled it - deb-in-MI - 12:18pm on 07/26/14

I'm wondering if there is a little bit of jealousy going on there. Maybe - orchid - 12:54pm on 07/26/14

I don't think so - I don't think she knew that I had made it. Just no social skills [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:20pm on 07/26/14

I should have said I'm not totally sure she knew, most people knew I always am in charge of desserts [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:21pm on 07/26/14

The more I think about it.... - SallyBR - 1:26pm on 07/26/14

I'm clueless to the mashed potatoes but curious? [NT] - orchid - 2:01pm on 07/26/14

This is one of the recipe from Robuchon.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 5:26pm on 07/26/14

Oh my. I have never heard of them and don't think I'll be trying them either. Thanks [NT] - orchid - 5:51pm on 07/26/14

I like mine nice and chunky...with the peel left on [NT] - cheezz - 7:30pm on 07/26/14

Me too! [NT] - orchid - 8:21am on 07/27/14

I just assumed it was Richard's Potato Casserole (genuflecting northwest) [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:03am on 07/27/14

Wow. There's nothing you can say to that, really. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:00pm on 07/25/14

Thanks, all! Lots of good options. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:00pm on 07/25/14
I have changed my mind about turning on the oven. ;) - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:40pm on 07/26/14

That is my go to idea w/ company, especially if the night before involves wine... [NT] - barb_b - 12:13pm on 07/27/14

This is eggs and cheese. I make it often for brunches and it's very popular. - Marg CDN2 - 6:18pm on 07/26/14

Beautiful! I can't wait to try this for non-picky guests. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:09pm on 07/28/14

26403. Has anyone heard anything from Joannie lately? - judy-mass - 6:24pm on 07/24/14 (3)

Judy, I edited your email so it won't get mined by the internet demons. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:02pm on 07/24/14

Thanks Maria... - judy-mass - 11:34pm on 07/24/14

YES!! Judy, so funny on the timing of your post. I just heard from her today. We will be - barb_b - 8:38pm on 07/24/14

26404. JudyW, oven temperature info posted for Dan Lepard's bread at #26394. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:34am on 07/25/14 (0)

26405. You've got to love a food article that opens with: "Where the hell did kale come from?" [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:29am on 07/25/14 (15)

I keep trying to like kale....even grow it in my garden. I like Swiss Chard more. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:25am on 07/25/14

Swiss chard is delicious. Kale holds up well in soups. That's how I use it. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:13pm on 07/25/14

Yes, that is what I do too...and how I tolerate it best. Acutally good in soups! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:19pm on 07/25/14

I like kale, since I have been growing the Tuscan/Black/Dinosaur/Cavolo de Nero type. . . - mistral - 12:25pm on 07/25/14

I have grown the Tuscan kale, but this year grew the Red Russian and liked it better - KarenNoCA - 12:53pm on 07/25/14

I think that with all kale, if you are not going to cook it long-time like . . . - mistral - 11:25pm on 07/25/14

I planted a new (to me) heat-tolerant variety. - cyalexa2 - 1:42pm on 07/26/14

I've been prepping an entire head of curly kale each weekend for salads - MarilynFL - 12:58pm on 07/25/14
Has anyone tried sweet potato greens? I got them in the CSA box and had to google. They don't have - Curious1 - 1:24pm on 07/25/14

I've never thought of ccoking those - I do love beets greens, prepped the way you described. - LisainLA - 1:30pm on 07/25/14

I like kale best when roasted in the oven to make "chips". [NT] - LisainLA - 1:32pm on 07/25/14

Note to self... Not everything tastes great as a "chip"...Made watermelon chips this week. Yucky [NT] - barb_b - 4:30pm on 07/25/14

LOL! ~ponders watermelon chips~ [NT] - LisainLA - 4:55pm on 07/25/14

I know! I can't even visualize this. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:54am on 07/28/14

Love collards, mustard & turnip. Chard not do much. Kale -bleah! can't see it being much superior. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 7:24pm on 07/25/14

26406. Late post to Karen's post at 26378 about cleaning Le Creuset - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:10pm on 07/25/14 (8)

Thanks, I did try the Soft and Scrub with an overnight application and it did a pretty good job - KarenNoCA - 12:50pm on 07/25/14

Clorox. [NT] - Charley - 10:17pm on 07/25/14

I used Clorox once and ruined a roaster. Glad you had luck with it. I like the denture stuff. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:13pm on 07/26/14

Not full strength. We checked it with the LC customer service - Charley - 7:41pm on 07/26/14

How did it "ruin" it, just for curiosity? [NT] - Charley - 7:41pm on 07/26/14

To be clear, I am talking about LC that has a white or light colored - Charley - 7:47pm on 07/26/14

Yes Charley- light colored interior. 10% Clorox. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:08pm on 07/26/14

But how did it ruin it? Need to know for my good!! ;o) [NT] - Charley - 3:25pm on 07/27/14

26407. Szechuan Eggplant & Pork was a great way to use some Thai eggplants from my CSA box. The recipe is [LINK] - Curious1 - 1:17pm on 07/25/14 (2)

YUM! Right up my alley. Thanks for posting. [NT] - Traca - 2:45am on 07/26/14
Sounds good! Always looking for different eggplant recipes. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:14pm on 07/28/14

26408. Has this happened to you? - oli - 1:52pm on 07/25/14 (8)

oh, Pittsburgh...my home town! I found that ethnic recipes can have the same name - MarilynFL - 2:08pm on 07/25/14

"using the one that mentioned her grandmother the most" I LOVE it!! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:56pm on 07/25/14
My parents, Hungarian, also made horns. My favourite were and still are, the ones made with walnuts - oli - 3:57pm on 07/25/14

Cyn:thanks for thinking about me.... my wife called Kitchen Aid and was told not to can - oli - 4:01pm on 07/25/14

Good point about potential cracking. I canned often on my smoothtop without any - Marg CDN2 - 7:04pm on 07/25/14

Oli, I was just thinking of you! Did you decide to can using your smoothtop stove? [NT] - Curious1 - 2:16pm on 07/25/14

Curious, the message for cyn was meant for you [NT] - oli - 6:44pm on 07/25/14

Great idea to check with KA but sorry the canning didn't work out. [NT] - Curious1 - 1:17pm on 08/01/14

26409. Fresh, perfectly ripened, cold-from-the-fridge cantaloupe. One of life's simple pleasures. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:01pm on 07/25/14 (10)

Fresh, perfectly baked, warm-frm-the-oven Chocolate Chunk Cookies w/ toasted pecans.One of my life's - wigs - 3:12pm on 07/25/14

AGREED! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:26pm on 07/25/14

We had some this week - agreed! (cookies too:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:19pm on 07/26/14
One of my favorite ways to use cantaloupe is small diced and added - orchid - 12:51pm on 07/26/14
Am I the only one that has freshed cracked pepper over cantaloupe? - SusanKentfieldCa - 7:30pm on 07/26/14

Yes. Yes you are :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:31pm on 07/26/14
aleppo pepper and lime juice for me (sometimes) [NT] - cyalexa2 - 7:56pm on 07/26/14
No, I love pepper on it. [NT] - orchid - 8:18am on 07/27/14

Must disagree. The smell of cantaloupe makes me nauseated. Has since I was a kid. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:59am on 07/27/14

My wife doesn't like it either. She says it's "an acquired taste". [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:41am on 07/28/14

26410. Brought to the department today: Choc Chip Cookies, from Best Thing I Ever Made [LINK] [IMAGE] - SallyBR - 3:10pm on 07/25/14 (7)

U & I are on the same wavelength! Now I am REALLY thinking about choc chip (or chunk) cookies! [NT] - wigs - 3:17pm on 07/25/14
Printed...Chief = adorable! He looks like he said, "Sure, I'll have one". [NT] - orchid - 7:04pm on 07/25/14

Can you believe he will be 15.5 years old next week? (NT) [NT] - SallyBR - 8:58pm on 07/25/14

I sure wouldn't! He's had a really nice life and it shows. Thanks for being - orchid - 7:38am on 07/26/14

NFRC: a little video... [LINK] - SallyBR - 8:05am on 07/26/14

Adorable! My little jack russell is just so smart...smarter than me! [NT] - cheezz - 2:22pm on 07/26/14
Fun video! Thanks for sharing! [NT] - barb_b - 4:49pm on 07/27/14

26411. A simple fresh summer tomato salad with basil. One of lives simple pleasures [NT] - charlie - 4:50pm on 07/25/14 (2)

Aren't we so fortunate to have summer and all its exquisite produce!! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:52pm on 07/25/14
Just made one tonight to go with dinner. Baby arugula, a beautiful burgundy lettuce - KarenNoCA - 7:15pm on 07/25/14

26412. These enchiladas at lunch were so fabulous, though not exactly seasonal. - Melissa Dallas - 7:29pm on 07/25/14 (19)

Wait, it was the poblano cream sauce that. . . - mistral - 11:23pm on 07/25/14

Too funny. More not seasonal as in really heavy for when it is 105 degrees out. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:04am on 07/26/14

Did the restaurant have really good air conditioning? :-) ....(nt) [NT] - mistral - 1:24pm on 07/26/14

red poblanos?? I've only ever seen or used green ones...what am I missing?! [NT] - cheezz - 2:24pm on 07/26/14

The sauce the tortillas were dipped in was from dried chilies. The poblano sauce was green. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:43pm on 07/26/14

It sounds really tasty - and lovely contrast. Not sure about mashed potato enchiladas though! [NT] - cheezz - 7:31pm on 07/26/14

They were surprisingly good. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:11pm on 07/26/14

You say "mashed potato enchilada"...I say "pirogue". [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:58am on 07/27/14

But the corn tortilla tastes differnt than wheat dough. Pretty close though:) [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 4:50pm on 07/27/14

well that shows I know nutzing! I thought enchiladas could be either flour or corn tortilla. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:00pm on 07/27/14

Filled flour tortillas are burritos, generally speaking. Flour aren't for enchiladas. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:06pm on 07/27/14

Except a LOT of places/recipes use small flour tortillas for Enchiladas Suisse. . . (nt) [NT] - mistral - 10:19pm on 07/27/14

I've never had them made that way here. Mexican restaurants here never use flour. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:56am on 07/28/14

Cheezz - have you ever tried potato tacos? My friend's mom used to make them for us, - LisainLA - 9:58pm on 07/28/14

Hard to wrap my mind around mashed potatoes in a corn tortilla...sounds interesting [NT] - cheezz - 11:48pm on 07/28/14

Wow. I may need to try to duplicate this. [NT] - Joe - 10:47pm on 07/27/14

I wonder if you could start with this poblano sauce...Melissa, was it creamy like this? [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 5:38pm on 07/28/14

It was a little thinner & "tweedy" looking. Dark green flecks, so not quite as "cooked" - Melissa Dallas - 9:47pm on 07/28/14

I keep thinking that without brisket you could make a nice vegetarian dish or side too. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:49pm on 07/28/14

26413. Does anyone eat/harvest wild fennel? I've just been out for a walk and was chomping on it as I - Marg CDN2 - 8:50pm on 07/25/14 (15)

Googled to see if it grows in Oklahoma - cyalexa2 - 9:40pm on 07/25/14

I wish I had the sand plums. I'd make jam. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:04pm on 07/25/14

If I ever drive to Dallas when they are in season I'll bring some. - cyalexa2 - 1:39pm on 07/26/14

Cindy, could you mail me half a dozen pits from really ripe ones? I'd like to grow some. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:56pm on 07/26/14

Happy to, email your address; anyone else? more - cyalexa2 - 7:59pm on 07/26/14

How about freezer jam....fast and very good. I do not know what sand plums are, however - KarenNoCA - 1:01pm on 07/26/14

We rarely eat jam but a friend is coming to pick some in a few days. [NT] - cyalexa2 - 1:39pm on 07/26/14

Never heard of sand plums. Hmmm. Wild blackberries are so plentiful here this year, that - Marg CDN2 - 6:12pm on 07/26/14

oh, be still my heart. I'd have to go pick them. SO delicious and - Charley - 6:16pm on 07/26/14

My former MIL did, she and the Italian ladies in SF and Marin would yell, Stop STOP - Heather_in_SF - 6:04pm on 07/28/14

Heather, did you see this? And can you tell me where I can find it? [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 6:39pm on 07/28/14

Oh Orchid, blushing furiously... [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 12:16pm on 07/29/14

That's it! Thank you for posting for me. Everybody...read it! [NT] - orchid - 12:31pm on 07/29/14

Thank you! <3 [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 7:31pm on 07/29/14

That was wonderful! Makes me want to go ride the bus :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:42pm on 07/29/14

26414. Interesting product.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 8:20am on 07/26/14 (4)

Hmmm...don't know about that. I do love waffles, however! You should try one!!! [NT] - cheezz - 2:26pm on 07/26/14
I don't think you'll get a "waffle" taste...just a "waffle" appearance. After testing FOUR - MarilynFL - 5:44pm on 07/26/14

I can very well see that to be the case..... [NT] - SallyBR - 9:02pm on 07/26/14
I agree. There is nothing like batter hitting a hot griddle. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:27pm on 07/26/14

26415. What is your favorite curry powder & why? I have hot curry powder yet so mild you can't detect it! - Marsha tbay - 1:56pm on 07/26/14 (7)

Is it fresh? Madras curry powder can be pretty hot. nt [NT] - Charley - 2:07pm on 07/26/14
I've found a couple that are good - judy-mass - 5:42pm on 07/26/14
I buy from Penzey's both hot and sweet. They are very good. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:05pm on 07/26/14

Ditto. I ran out, and had to purchase at supermarket yesterday. Can't compare.Penzy's worth the $. [NT] - barb_b - 12:17pm on 07/27/14

recipe for homemade - cyalexa2 - 8:02pm on 07/26/14
Thank you all, Penzey's it shall be. I'll order sweet & hot. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 5:33pm on 07/27/14

If you are in Tampa here is Savory Spice Shop in - Charley - 11:29am on 07/28/14

26416. Read this and weep. I knew some of this but not all, if this is all true, heaven help us. (Long) - KarenNoCA - 7:03pm on 07/26/14 (28)

WOW! Good to be aware of this. I will read labeling more closely now! [NT] - cheezz - 7:36pm on 07/26/14
FYI >>> [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:09pm on 07/26/14

Thanks for that link Maria. From what I read, and if the facts are correct - KarenNoCA - 1:43pm on 07/27/14

Are you sure this about shipping hogs to China is accurate? - SallyBR - 8:14pm on 07/26/14

Big ooops, Maria... thanks for the link, I guess my reply was redundant.... [NT] - SallyBR - 8:16pm on 07/26/14

When buying garlic, if the roots are completely shaved off, it has been imported - Dawn_MO - 4:31am on 07/27/14
Karen, could you tell us where you got this information, please? [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:01am on 07/27/14

Apparently from a viral email? - Charley - 8:00am on 07/27/14

I cannot tell you where the information originated but I got it from - KarenNoCA - 1:29pm on 07/27/14

The Green Giant frozen veggies in my freezer only has Minneapolis and USA on the package. Which ones - Michael in Sarasota - 2:52pm on 07/27/14

I should have Googled this first. Yes, they do have edamame from China. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 2:55pm on 07/27/14

We also use biosolids for fertilizer in the US - Charley - 3:22pm on 07/27/14

Take what you read on the Internet with a grain of salt (better yet, tomato and bacon) [LINK] - judy-mass - 6:18pm on 07/27/14

I learned a lot today doing research on this info I was sent. It is a complicated - KarenNoCA - 7:23pm on 07/27/14

unfortunately, even "buy local" is not that simple.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 9:10pm on 07/27/14

What "buying local" means to me - KarenNoCA - 11:50am on 07/28/14

Exactly... - SallyBR - 12:21pm on 07/28/14

You are exactly correct Sally. I wish I had access to all those - orchid - 12:57pm on 07/28/14

That is so sad Orchid. I had lunch with a friend on Friday. She lives in Yuma, AZ - KarenNoCA - 1:13pm on 07/28/14

Interesting, and yes, big agriculture!! Maybe just not zucchini - Charley - 10:31am on 07/29/14

Yea, I know what you mean, but I feel it has made folks more aware - KarenNoCA - 1:04pm on 07/28/14

I'm afraid we would starve for 8 months if we had to rely on buy local. I don't read these things. - AngAk1 - 7:45pm on 07/28/14

One more point I'd like to make.... - SallyBR - 8:22pm on 07/28/14

Well said, Sally.and exactly correct. We cannot all eat organic - Charley - 8:36pm on 07/28/14

It has always been my way of life due to being raised around grandpa's goats, rabbits - KarenNoCA - 11:36am on 07/29/14

Same here, Ang. [NT] - EvaN - 9:57am on 08/12/14

Eva! hello!! [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:26pm on 08/12/14

Hi Ang xox [NT] - EvaN - 2:12pm on 08/16/14

26417. Just watched the most wonderful Movie "Haute Cuisine," absolutely Loved it. The [LINK] - GayR - 8:32pm on 07/26/14 (2)

Here is the recipe I found for the Stuffed Cabbage on a bed of carrots and bacon. [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:35pm on 07/26/14
Oh lovely! I thoroughly enjoyed the movie as well. This could be a wonderful collection. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:19pm on 07/26/14

26418. Plum Squares (Delicious served with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.) [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 7:29am on 07/27/14 (7)

Thanks. I have plums to use up. Not prune plums, but should be good too [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:59pm on 07/28/14
oooh, ooooooh. And look at those buttery caramel currant bars ! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:33pm on 07/28/14

I want one of the Zero Dark Thirty Bars!! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:59pm on 07/28/14
Marg, you may recognize Lucy Waverman as a regular contributor to recipes in the LCBO magazine. [NT] - Sylvia - 3:30pm on 07/29/14

Absolutely. I like her stuff. - Marg CDN2 - 3:36pm on 07/29/14

There are many wonderful recipes at the site. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 6:40am on 07/29/14

Really great site! Thanks, Sylvia! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:45am on 07/30/14

26419. I am making this for an appetizer today. REC: Ina Garten's Crostini with Tuna Tapenade [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 12:34pm on 07/27/14 (2)

That looks really good Dawn--Very Provencal [NT] - charlie - 1:51pm on 07/27/14
This will be my tuna recipe this week. Looks delicious. [NT] - elaine - 12:50am on 07/28/14

26420. Traca, I just made this and it is AMAZING! [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:27pm on 07/27/14 (12)

To be clear, it is the Whipped Feta and Tomato Crostini by Ina Garten [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:35pm on 07/27/14
YAY! I'm smitten with this dish. Those tomatoes...I can't stop eating them! So glad you tried it. [NT] - Traca - 12:49am on 07/28/14

A warning about the tomato mix: The cherry tomatoes I used had a warning on the lid... - MarilynFL - 7:47am on 07/28/14

LOL! I've seen that happen. I chill it anyway. [NT] - Traca - 8:04pm on 07/28/14
I made this 3 times in the last 2 weeks, but I roasted the tomatoes. I recommend trying it this way - AngAk1 - 8:05pm on 07/28/14

Ooo--I bet roasting adds a nice depth to the flavor. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:36am on 07/29/14

I don't refrigerate whole tomatoes, but once they are cut I do store in the fridge. It does - LisainLA - 10:17pm on 07/28/14
But the mixture has a lot of food for all sorts of things!!Needs - Charley - 7:36am on 07/29/14
I did refrigerate the tomato mixture, but then brought it to room temp for serving. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:36am on 07/29/14

It's SO GOOD. Amazing. Friends already asked for the recipe. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:37am on 07/29/14

Traca--time for T&T for this recipe!! Thank you! [NT] - MoNJ - 8:14am on 07/30/14

Yes, definitely T&T. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:55am on 07/31/14

26421. Sourdough baking of this weekend.... [LINK] [IMAGE] - SallyBR - 8:26pm on 07/27/14 (7)

Wow! [NT] - Joe - 10:44pm on 07/27/14
So beautiful!!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:06pm on 07/27/14
that looks really good [NT] - cyalexa2 - 9:00am on 07/28/14
A work of art! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:45am on 07/28/14
Brava! [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:51am on 07/28/14
That is so beautiful and healthy. I also love the blog, "IN PRAISE OF IDLENESS" - KarenNoCA - 2:13pm on 07/28/14

Her blog is a work of art.... I've been following her for a long time.... :-) [NT] - SallyBR - 7:41pm on 07/28/14

26422. Marilyn, hope all's well. just saw on newscast that your town may have had a tornado? [NT] - Curious1 - 8:29pm on 07/27/14 (10)

Thanks, C...we're fine. It hit about a mile west of our home...planes were - MarilynFL - 7:42am on 07/28/14

Oh my goodness Marilyn. I didn't know anything about it either - orchid - 8:57am on 07/28/14

We have a saying in Oklahoma, "be weather-aware". Glad you are OK. [NT] - cyalexa2 - 9:01am on 07/28/14

That sounds like a stunt I would pull....am glad the recent big wind missed you. [NT] - wigs - 8:59am on 07/28/14
I'm glad you're okay. Think of the stress you avoided by not knowing about it. [NT] - Curious1 - 9:52am on 07/28/14
Glad you are OK. Perhaps you should invest in a weather radio. I bought one several years ago, - Marianne - 10:25am on 07/28/14

Very smart Marrianne [NT] - orchid - 12:59pm on 07/28/14

Thankful that you are okay. [NT] - elaine - 2:19pm on 07/28/14
Thanks all for your concern. Deceased neighbor Bachelor Bob was our "weather alert". He had FOUR - MarilynFL - 7:31am on 07/29/14

Good for you! I got my weather radio at Walgreen's. Be sure to get the info to program it for your - Marianne - 11:57am on 07/29/14

26423. This is a wonderful citrus shake for hot weather! Citrus Creamsicle - Marsha tbay - 7:56am on 07/28/14 (3)

Larry would LOVE this. Thanks, M! [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:52am on 07/28/14
Yum! [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:08pm on 07/28/14
Sounds delicious - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 7:03am on 07/29/14

26424. Addicting granola bars - Marsha tbay - 9:20am on 07/28/14 (0)

26425. This was a hit this weekend....Curried Garbanzo salad; using Joe's technique on prepping the beans [LINK] - barb_b - 9:39am on 07/28/14 (2)

Sounds delicious! [NT] - Joe - 12:34pm on 07/28/14
I did this... - judy-mass - 7:50pm on 07/29/14

26426. Dawn, do you still want the carion cutting? Finally, I have a friend to mail it from CA in Sept - Marg CDN2 - 3:45pm on 07/28/14 (8)

Sure, I would love it. I don't want anyone to get in trouble though. Thanks! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 5:46am on 07/29/14

Okay. It will arrive in the old plain brown wrapper. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 2:20pm on 07/29/14
Good lord, I have to ask: Are you two talking about carrion, as in deceased decay? . . . - mistral - 2:36pm on 07/29/14

--If you are talking about a carion or carrion flower, I have one spreading in my front yard . . . - mistral - 2:39pm on 07/29/14

Yes, that's the one. Huge, huge flower shaped like a star but with the characteristic [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 3:28pm on 07/29/14

OMG! That is both insane and beautiful!! I'm at a loss for words. Never seen anything like it [NT] - barb_b - 5:46pm on 07/29/14
Yep, this is what I have growing out front. . . - mistral - 5:51pm on 07/29/14

Me too! I remember MCM talking about butchering and I thought this was in that same vein. - MarilynFL - 9:08am on 07/30/14

26427. Again I am going to attempt to get someone to make this Corn and Poblano Lasagna [LINK] - orchid - 3:53pm on 07/28/14 (27)

I noticed one reviewer added some chicken. I need to use up the rest of my perfectly-roasted - Marg CDN2 - 4:49pm on 07/28/14

I suppose so. This is actually very delicate tasting. I thought the - orchid - 5:40pm on 07/28/14

I have everything for this---roasted Hatch chilies in the freezer too. Zucchini from farmers mkt we' - AngAk1 - 8:53pm on 07/28/14

It looks great! - judy-mass - 5:45pm on 07/28/14

I kinda like when they try out some kitchen gadgets. It's nice - orchid - 6:29pm on 07/28/14

I loved the jicama taco idea too, and bought one today. I made a mistake and bought one that is too - KarenNoCA - 2:41pm on 07/29/14

I love The Kitchen. I DVR it and watch it later on Saturday .... - KarenNoCA - 7:24pm on 07/28/14
Huge fan of Marcela.... - SallyBR - 7:35pm on 07/28/14

I like the show, & Marcela. I could do without the sandwich guy and his annoying facial expressions! - MoNJ - 10:06am on 07/29/14

Me too MoNJ but I figured he must have a following and they have - orchid - 10:37am on 07/29/14
Jeff Mauro is a goof ball and has his own charm, I suppose, however - KarenNoCA - 11:44am on 07/29/14

I know-they look terrible!Looks like Joker lips.Maybe that's why his facial expressions annoy me! :) [NT] - MoNJ - 8:13am on 07/30/14

such a loud voice. like he is always shouting. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:45pm on 07/30/14

Aren't a lot of people doing that now? Especially teenagers. YIKES !! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:53pm on 07/30/14

I have this is my to-try pile from when you originally posted it - I need to get busy! [NT] - LisainLA - 9:56pm on 07/28/14
Oh goody! Looks like I might have some takers and you won't be sorry. [NT] - orchid - 7:19am on 07/29/14
My take on the Corn and Poblano Lasagna from Marcela on The Kitchen - KarenNoCA - 1:26pm on 08/02/14

So agree about peeling poblanos! One of our favorite recipes is a chicken, cheese stuffed poblano - Curious1 - 2:06pm on 08/02/14

Have you tried the recipe without blackening the peppers? - KarenNoCA - 3:30pm on 08/02/14

No, I haven't. I stuff bell peppers without boiling, but the poblanos need to be [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:32pm on 08/02/14

This one of our favorite! I've made this several times since you posted it. Thanks again [NT] - orchid - 8:25am on 08/03/14

You're welcome. I have found that a pair of kitchen shears works well to snip out the seed pod and - Curious1 - 2:40pm on 08/03/14

I do the same and the ribs are the biggest problem for me. I just [LINK] - orchid - 4:23pm on 08/03/14

When I first saw this recipe in my magazine I never thought of - orchid - 3:59pm on 08/02/14

I made it as a side dish for a prime rib roast on the grill. we all enjoyed it but I would do a few - AngAk1 - 2:19pm on 08/04/14

Glad you liked it Ang. I never see the no cook lasagne around so - orchid - 3:28pm on 08/04/14
Ang, Cook's Illustrated suggests a quick soak in hot water for the noodles, about 5 min. It works - Curious1 - 2:25pm on 08/07/14

26428. FRC...sort of. This is just TOO funny not to share...I love tongue-in-cheek humor :) [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 5:31pm on 07/28/14 (5)

Keret is a great writer. His short stories always have me thinking and most of the time smiling. [NT] - elaine - 11:19pm on 07/28/14
I don't know. At my time of life, it would be a thrill to go on record for - MarilynFL - 7:28am on 07/29/14

Fiber Gummies counter Vitamin Gummies...;0) [NT] - orchid - 9:42am on 07/29/14
If ever there were a reason to seek "elite" status in a sporting event, this would be it. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:06pm on 07/29/14
He, he, he.... priceless! [NT] - SallyBR - 1:41pm on 07/29/14

26429. ISO a chocolate cake recipe suitable for using in an ice cream cake. - LisainLA - 10:02pm on 07/28/14 (6)

The chocolate chiffon layers from the chocolate mousse cake at the link would work [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:20am on 07/29/14

Thanks for this - I think it will be a winner! [NT] - LisainLA - 10:57pm on 07/29/14
This worked out *really* well - I will use it for ice cream cakes from now on. - LisainLA - 6:05pm on 08/06/14

I would use a Texas sheet cake recipe.And use all butter. nt [NT] - Charley - 1:48pm on 07/29/14

That's a good idea - I always forget Texas sheet cake. [NT] - LisainLA - 10:58pm on 07/29/14

LOL---I never forget it!! So easy and so good.And I really - Charley - 7:07am on 07/30/14

26430. Has anyone tried the ATK summer berry trifle recipe? [LINK] - cyalexa2 - 8:09am on 07/29/14 (9)

The link is only accessible if you're a member. That said, I'd say go for it!! - cheezz - 6:08pm on 07/29/14

I signed in and looked at the recipe....mouth watering!!! [NT] - cheezz - 6:09pm on 07/29/14

cyalexa2, Here is Tyler Florence's Berry Trifle with many reviews....I have printed this one out to [LINK] - GayR - 6:32am on 07/30/14

thanks - cyalexa2 - 8:06am on 07/30/14

Try putting the salad bowl on a cake pedestal, with a pretty napkin to stabilize the bowl :) [NT] - MoNJ - 8:09am on 07/30/14

Excellent idea. Fake or real flowers around the bottom to hide anything that needs to be hidden. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:41am on 07/30/14

cyalexa2! I poked around on the "Test Kitchen" site and found a video that gives all the amounts [LINK] - wigs - 3:08pm on 07/31/14

thanks for sharing that - cyalexa2 - 8:59pm on 07/31/14

No immediate plans 2 try either, but I'm already thinking about either drizzling over -OR- [LINK] - wigs - 9:56am on 08/01/14

26431. Saw this today, a quick guide to coloring frosting for cakes & cupcakes [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 12:38pm on 07/29/14 (2)

Definitely have this bookmarked. What a great resource...thanks for pointing me to this info! [NT] - wigs - 12:21pm on 08/01/14
this would be helpful in T&T kitchen tips [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:22pm on 08/01/14

26432. Oh boy...what to believe/do/think about AMYLAZE. I was watching [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:14pm on 07/29/14 (11)

it's not the only "ick" additive [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 1:27pm on 07/29/14
Not bothered even slightly.... - SallyBR - 1:27pm on 07/29/14

Oh thank you great scientist for a good post!! [NT] - Charley - 1:47pm on 07/29/14

No bother to me--this is one of the reasons I intensely dislike most commerical bread. . . - mistral - 2:33pm on 07/29/14

Just to clarify my point here.... - SallyBR - 10:02pm on 07/29/14

so...if I'm making small batches at home, ix-nay this? - MarilynFL - 10:12am on 07/30/14

Definitely skip it and it won't hurt.... - SallyBR - 1:22pm on 07/30/14

You explain things so well, Sally. Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 9:30am on 07/31/14

If only our grad students would agree with you..... - SallyBR - 9:42am on 07/31/14

Thank you dear. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:59pm on 08/01/14

thank you Sally! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:39pm on 07/30/14

26433. Chocolate, an eye-opener... [LINK] - SallyBR - 1:42pm on 07/29/14 (10)

Thanks for posting that Sally...I never knew what the fruit looked like until now. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 2:56pm on 07/29/14
Ya, that was fun. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:27pm on 07/29/14
That makes me happy that they were able to taste what all their - orchid - 3:32pm on 07/29/14
I love the expressions! Wow...tasting chocolate for the first time. What a treat! [NT] - cheezz - 6:23pm on 07/29/14
Love it. [NT] - Joe - 8:26pm on 07/29/14
Can't you just feel the smile on Meryl's face? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:35pm on 07/29/14

Yes! What a nice thought Michael. :) [NT] - MoNJ - 8:24am on 07/30/14

What a lovely commendation, M. She certainly left her mark on all of us. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:10am on 07/30/14

Thanks for posting the video Sally! Yes, Michael -- Meryl would have loved it! [NT] - PatBastrop - 11:10am on 07/30/14
Wow, I shared on FB. I really want to send chocolate bars to all of these men - Heather_in_SF - 3:53pm on 07/31/14

26434. Not feeling inspired.. What's the first recipe that comes to your mind when I say "Chicken Thighs" [NT] - barb_b - 3:18pm on 07/30/14 (27)

The one with the Kraft Russian Dressing and Lipton Onion soup. Talk about uninspired. - Marg CDN2 - 3:20pm on 07/30/14
Or French Casserole Chicken while the tarragon is fresh. - Marg CDN2 - 3:27pm on 07/30/14
Chicken Adobo - this is super simple and really tasty... [LINK] - LisainLA - 3:33pm on 07/30/14
...and Pat's French Chicken in Vinegar Sauce [NT] [LINK] - LisainLA - 3:35pm on 07/30/14
Five ingredient chicken [NT] - Charley - 3:37pm on 07/30/14
Sylvia's Thai Thighs and Pat's Coconut cilantro rice--a winning combo [NT] - MoNJ - 4:24pm on 07/30/14
I might be to late but absolutely this Maple and Cayenne Glaze Chicken [LINK] - orchid - 4:43pm on 07/30/14
Thanks so much~ I really appreciated the quick ideas. I'm making Pat's chicken in vinegar sauce. - barb_b - 5:24pm on 07/30/14
Tandoori (Patak's paste), curry, Mole (purchased paste), BBQ [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 8:18pm on 07/30/14
Chicken Thighs with Artichokes & Sun Dried Tomatoes (This is a very good one.) [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 6:38am on 07/31/14
Another tasty offering...... Easy Chicken Cacciatore [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 6:43am on 07/31/14
Definitely this one.... (NT) [NT] [LINK] - SallyBR - 9:44am on 07/31/14
Thank goodness you asked. I really needed this list of recipes... [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:48am on 07/31/14
Two immediately come to mind. Rec: Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Kebabs with Aleppo Pepper [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 11:09am on 07/31/14
And.... Rec: Braised Chicken with Herbs and Shallots - Pat-NoCal - 11:10am on 07/31/14
I want to make all of these...sigh [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:06pm on 07/31/14
This is my go-to recipe: Chicken Tarragon from Spice Islands [NT] [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 1:41pm on 07/31/14
And then there's this, Stupidly Simple [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 1:43pm on 07/31/14
This is also really good: Slow-Cooker Creamy Chicken with Biscuits [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:04am on 08/01/14
Too late, but I put them (or mixed chicken parts) in a snug baking dish, sprinkle generously - Joe - 11:31pm on 08/02/14

"Joe's House Chicken" - sounds like an $18 menu entree at Joe's Restaurant in Venice :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:12pm on 08/03/14

:-) [NT] - Joe - 8:39pm on 08/07/14

this motivated me to make my Mom's house chicken which is German style baked with Anise. - AngAk1 - 2:13pm on 08/06/14

hmmm. MOntreal Steak Spice on chicken. I've been finding it works with so many meats but have not - Marg CDN2 - 2:31pm on 08/06/14

I love it on everything! even eggs. [NT] - AngAk1 - 3:44pm on 08/06/14

oooh. What a good idea. And fish??? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:40am on 08/07/14

yes, fish too. and spagetti sauce. I got that idea from Rachel Ray, she uses it on everything and - AngAk1 - 1:50pm on 08/07/14

26435. REC: My summer addiction-Tomato Almond dip--low carb and delish! - MoNJ - 5:10pm on 07/30/14 (6)

Yum!!! I could see it spread on crostini...or cooked potato slices! [NT] - cheezz - 6:04pm on 07/30/14
THis sounds insteresting - I was looking for something similar last summer - LisainLA - 7:38pm on 07/30/14

My goodness - I do know how to spell "interesting".... [NT] - LisainLA - 7:38pm on 07/30/14

oops,edit function not working today, also wanted to add that tomatoes should be really well drained [NT] - MoNJ - 9:06am on 07/31/14

Yes, much like hummus, a little looser. Also, I use whole almonds, not blanched, I will edit. [NT] - MoNJ - 8:56am on 07/31/14

I need to try this. It looks delish :-) [NT] - EvaN - 7:24am on 08/20/14

26436. Does anyone have a julienne cutter/slicer? I so want one and I [LINK] - orchid - 5:12pm on 07/30/14 (29)

O, I have this el-cheapo madoline cutter and it will do three different sizes of julienne [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:29pm on 07/30/14

I have the fancy pants French version and I love the thing. I've been - orchid - 6:53pm on 07/30/14

Forgot to ask if you use the julienne attachments? [NT] - orchid - 6:57pm on 07/30/14

Oh yes...I've used all three blades, althought the smallest is almost too thin. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:08am on 07/31/14

I want to make little match stick pieces and carrots are hard to - orchid - 12:30pm on 07/31/14

I have the serious French version that took old H's fingertip off. Not for offhanded use. [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 6:43pm on 07/30/14

Zyliss makes another version now with a julienne. [NT] [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 6:52pm on 07/30/14
I have it also Marg. Do you use the julienne attachment? I can't - orchid - 7:00pm on 07/30/14

I also have the Bron... - judy-mass - 9:21pm on 07/30/14

I have a little Zyliss like you'r link. I love it and its handy i the drawer and I have all my - Janet in NC - 8:22pm on 07/30/14

sorry for that messy reply. I have all my fingers still and love my Zyliss. [NT] - Janet in NC - 8:24pm on 07/30/14
That's great to know. Do you think this is the same as yours? [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 9:10am on 07/31/14

I have the Zyliss version and use it frequently. I like it so much I bought one for my sister. [NT] - Sylvia - 8:28pm on 07/30/14

Do you have the hand version Sylvia? [NT] - orchid - 9:16am on 07/31/14

Is that ..... as opposed to the fingertip version? - Marg CDN2 - 1:31pm on 07/31/14

LOL [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:43pm on 07/31/14
My mandolin is a Matfer and made in France. The blade is extremely sharp - orchid - 2:18pm on 07/31/14

Yes, it is like a regular peeler but has teeth instead of a straight blade. [NT] - Sylvia - 1:58pm on 07/31/14

OK, I think I'll pick up the Zyliss that I linked to show Janet in NC - orchid - 2:23pm on 07/31/14

I think we'll all be interested in your report. Looks like a handy tool. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 2:34pm on 07/31/14

Here's what I'm gonna do. I'll buy this OXO at the BB&B [LINK] - orchid - 3:12pm on 07/31/14

BB&B has a 20% coupon and a $5.00 off coupon. Worth looking for. [NT] - barb_b - 4:35pm on 07/31/14

Yes, I have one! :) [NT] - orchid - 5:18pm on 07/31/14

By the way, BB&B coupons NEVER expire...even if they have an expiration date. HOLD ONTO THEM. - MarilynFL - 7:30am on 08/01/14

Really?! Well that is good to know. Thanks [NT] - orchid - 8:10am on 08/01/14

Absolutely! I think some of mine are from the early 2000s :) [NT] - cheezz - 2:28pm on 08/02/14

I love sharing the coupons. I saved a guy more than $80 on a boxed set of pots/pans, made my day. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:16pm on 08/02/14

For carrots and zucchini, I use the julienne blade for the Cuisinart - MoNJ - 6:25pm on 07/31/14
I picked up the OXO this morning and it works like a charm! Thanks everyone. [NT] - orchid - 1:08pm on 08/01/14

26437. ISO: Charlie...how do you like your new Lodge pans? - KarenNoCA - 7:12pm on 07/30/14 (2)

They were back ordered and were just shipped yesterday. I have a big 14 inch.. - charlie - 9:55pm on 07/30/14

I have a 12" Lodge dutch oven from 'way back' and two porcelain on cast iron.... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:15am on 07/31/14

26438. ZOMG!!! MICE in my KITCHEN. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:54am on 07/31/14 (27)

I had sucess with d-con "no view/no touch" traps baited with peanut butter. - LisainLA - 10:58am on 07/31/14

That sounds ideal. We'll look for those. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:01am on 07/31/14

So, glass jars or plastic storage bins for rice, grains, and flours? GO! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:00am on 07/31/14

I look for these metal canisters whenever I'm at garage sales [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 1:22pm on 07/31/14
Ikea has a lot of glass jars [NT] [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 1:25pm on 07/31/14
Over the years I bought a lot of Crate & Barrel's octagonal glass jars [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 1:28pm on 07/31/14

OMG. I could really go crazy with the Crate and Barrel items... [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:39pm on 07/31/14

They're so gorgeous, right? Want. them. all. [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 3:15pm on 07/31/14

My mom swears by these flour sack containers from King Arthur [NT] [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 1:32pm on 07/31/14
My Russian friend has been buying these heavy duty restaurant supply [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 1:35pm on 07/31/14
Wow, Heather, thanks for all the links--lots of good options here. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:44pm on 07/31/14
No plastic, they will chew through it. :( [NT] - LisainLA - 2:34pm on 07/31/14

I have hard success with the above Cambro containers(more) - daricem - 4:14pm on 07/31/14

you also need to find out where they are coming in. - Charley - 11:14am on 07/31/14

Yes, my husband thinks he has located where they are getting in. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:16am on 07/31/14

If you can't seal it up with a board or some such, stick steel - Charley - 11:32am on 07/31/14

Or use that insulating spray foam to close it up. nt [NT] - Charley - 11:33am on 07/31/14

He's a contractor, so has lots of solutions for plugging up holes in houses. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:41pm on 07/31/14

Nice hubby:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:06pm on 07/31/14
I have had the best luck with Peppermint essential oil. A few drops on a cotton ball - Joe - 9:46pm on 07/31/14

Also, it doesn't hurt to stuff steel wool into any suspected openings.. - Joe - 9:50pm on 07/31/14
Good to know. I don't like those horrible traps. The worst are the ones that stick the feet - Marg CDN2 - 10:03pm on 07/31/14

The peppermint oil is intolerable to them. I have lain in bed and listened to the critters crawl up - Joe - 10:32pm on 07/31/14

Joe, it is like the mouse-vine is spreading the word: FRESH PEPPERMINT OIL. STEER CLEAR. Too funny! [NT] - wigs - 9:26am on 08/01/14

Interesting. I'll have to try that. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:48am on 08/01/14

Peppermint oil? That's it? I'm buying it! Thanks for the tip :-) [NT] - EvaN - 2:12pm on 08/16/14
I'm so late to this; sorry. We had them this winter. Dousing counters w/ bleach - ErininNY - 1:59pm on 08/21/14

26439. ISO Pat- you gotta try this - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:11am on 08/01/14 (20)

Cathy, how does this compare with Joe's Lebanese chicken? I enjoyed it, but [LINK] - MarilynFL - 9:03am on 08/01/14

I haven't made Joe's chicken so I don't know how to compare it..... - CathyZ from Kauai - 12:29pm on 08/01/14

Ah, my morning chuckle. So important. I'm just not convinced that you can know that the grower - Marg CDN2 - 2:11pm on 08/01/14

You can if you're Sherlock. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:21pm on 08/01/14

HAHAHAHA [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:34pm on 08/01/14
Link isn't working [NT] - AngAk1 - 3:35pm on 08/03/14

Isn't working for me either. Search epicurious > forums > Gail's Recipe Swap > - MarilynFL - 7:11pm on 08/03/14

Mar, if you go in and edit your post, removing the block-like-symbol at the - Pat-NoCal - 11:56am on 08/04/14

Thanks for posting--this looks like it would be good on pork chops/country-shoulder ribs too!(nt) [NT] - mistral - 1:58pm on 08/01/14

It's really not good on pork. Best on chicken, turkey, game hens. Would be good on duck. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:12pm on 08/01/14

Oh this sounds great. Not sure if you meant - Pat-NoCal - 4:03pm on 08/01/14

I definitely meant you, Pat. Love your recipes! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:13pm on 08/01/14

Hi Cathy! - Pat-NoCal - 11:15am on 08/02/14

Well it's your taste I love then! Every recipe I've tried that you have posted works for me [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:39pm on 08/02/14

I so agree, I love the recipes Pat chooses. have tried several of them. [NT] - Curious1 - 9:59pm on 08/02/14

Thank you, Cathy and C1, Iwe've enjoyed so many of the recipes you gals have posted over the - Pat-NoCal - 1:25pm on 08/07/14

This is wonderful! Marinated mine for 24 hours.. Drained & dried on a cookie rack over the sink - Melissa Dallas - 11:19am on 08/03/14

Agree. Marinated 4 hours. Cooked in oven at 425 >> - MarilynFL - 1:09pm on 08/03/14

Yummy chicken. Marinated about 5 hours. Next time I'll drain more of - Pat-NoCal - 1:28pm on 08/07/14

time for T&T Cathy? [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:55pm on 08/07/14

26440. Question about David Lebovitz' Ricotta Ice Cream recipe [LINK] - Marsha tbay - 11:39am on 08/01/14 (3)

From his site... - SallyBR - 12:27pm on 08/01/14

Thank you, Sally, I sure missed that! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 1:16pm on 08/01/14

Glad to help! ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 2:16pm on 08/02/14

26441. ISO: Sally or anyone who has made the black bean burgers, - CynUpstateNY - 12:49pm on 08/01/14 (3)

I would probably form and freeze..... - SallyBR - 12:55pm on 08/01/14

Actually, I made 6 burgers (slightly smaller), cooked and froze 4 of them. - MarilynFL - 1:55pm on 08/01/14

Thanks to both of you! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:10pm on 08/01/14

26442. Fun cake, looks like a fried egg! [NT] [LINK] - Heather_in_SF - 2:48pm on 08/01/14 (1)

Lonnnng years ago I made my DMIL a "cheeseburger cake" - Charley - 6:28pm on 08/01/14

26443. RCP: Blueberry Arugula Salad with Honey-Lemon Dressing [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 7:19pm on 08/01/14 (1)

Thanks for posting your review. I also saved this from another site but haven't made. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:26pm on 08/02/14

26444. Just made Alton Brown's/Sally's Apple Cake with the assistance of wigs. I made - MarilynFL - 12:04pm on 08/02/14 (7)

For ME, I want it. It is sweet and you definitely get the rum which - orchid - 1:00pm on 08/02/14
Yes, it needs the rum glaze.....it is delicious and really compliments the cake - KarenNoCA - 1:10pm on 08/02/14
I would not omit the rum.... just do what I did, place a note next to the cake... [NT] - SallyBR - 2:17pm on 08/02/14
Winner! 50% to library, 25% to friends, 25% to us. Enjoyed by all! Thanks wigs!! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:04pm on 08/03/14

Thanks Sally. Thanks Alton. Thanks God for making Grains of Paradise on Day Nineteen. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:06pm on 08/03/14

You know you are really special when.... - SallyBR - 1:21pm on 08/03/14

You are more than welcome, MarilynFL...am glad I could help out. [NT] - wigs - 12:56pm on 08/05/14

26445. If I can do it, you can too.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 4:21pm on 08/02/14 (1)

Ruh-roh! - judy-mass - 5:06pm on 08/02/14

26446. Fresh Apricot Spiced Couscous - Traca - 4:12am on 08/03/14 (0)

26447. trifle report [LINK] [IMAGE] - cyalexa2 - 8:16am on 08/03/14 (11)

How beautiful and a labor of love for your friends! [NT] - barb_b - 10:39am on 08/03/14
What a beautiful presentation. [NT] - Sylvia - 10:45am on 08/03/14
Great job! - SallyBR - 12:28pm on 08/03/14
Looks like you were able to use a trifle bowl after all--beautiful! [NT] - MoNJ - 6:01pm on 08/03/14
oooooh pretty!! [NT] - cheezz - 7:24pm on 08/03/14
Golly, that's purdy! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:11pm on 08/04/14
Pretty! I love trifle. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:05pm on 08/04/14
Oh, how lovely! A properly made trifle is a delight! [NT] - Lana in FL - 10:28pm on 08/04/14
Very, very pretty! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:51pm on 08/22/14
Very impressive, + I'm glad 2 hear it tasted good, 2. Now I'll have 2 figure out how 2 incorporate - wigs - 3:29pm on 08/22/14
OR just click on the video button as all the ingredients + amounts are mentioned in it. - wigs - 3:30pm on 08/22/14

26448. Pepin on Reality Food TV..... [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 8:38am on 08/03/14 (2)

I love watching Pepin because he seems to have fun in the kitchen. - CynUpstateNY - 10:24am on 08/03/14
Excellent article! [NT] - wigs - 3:34pm on 08/22/14

26449. Pie and pie Pastry question - Marsha tbay - 10:43am on 08/03/14 (16)

I can't help Marsha but I want to wish you and your husband a Happy Anniversary. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:37pm on 08/03/14
I am pie dough challenged. - cyalexa2 - 3:35pm on 08/03/14

I love the CI dough, too, very soft dough, but it tends to fall apart on me. [NT] - cheezz - 7:31pm on 08/03/14

I guess it's either the raw sugar in the mix or too high a water to fat ratio in the butter. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 3:35pm on 08/03/14

I'd guess it was both of those, Steve [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:09pm on 08/03/14

happy anniversary! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:55pm on 08/03/14
As an aside--how's your new baby? :) [NT] - MoNJ - 5:58pm on 08/03/14

He's not my NEW baby, I've had him since he was 6-8 wks. old. Someone left him in a - Marsha tbay - 6:10pm on 08/03/14

We need a picture [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:47am on 08/04/14

Ang, there is a picture of him at 26344.2 - Marsha tbay - 9:28pm on 08/05/14

thanks! [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:14pm on 08/06/14

I'd guess it was the raw sugar - I use that also in some things and it seems moister. - cheezz - 7:30pm on 08/03/14

Happy Anniversary! [NT] - elaine - 12:56am on 08/04/14

Ditto! The Best to both of you! [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:42am on 08/04/14

Thank you all so much for the help on the pies and the happy anniversary wishes. - Marsha tbay - 9:27pm on 08/05/14

Hope you had special anniversary celebration! Congratulations!!! [NT] - barb_b - 2:44pm on 08/06/14

26450. What sides would you serve w/ Randi's fish w/ pinot gris caper sauce? In the past I have made pasta [LINK] - barb_b - 10:47am on 08/03/14 (7)

I think the arugula salad would be lovely. For the salmon - Charley - 11:43am on 08/03/14
I make it often and serve it with garlic mashed potatoes. Not very creative but tasty. [NT] - Joe - 11:55am on 08/03/14

You can never go wrong with garlic mashed potatoes in this house. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:32pm on 08/03/14

Nope. But they don't reheat terribly well, which may be an issue here. For several family Christmas - Joe - 7:48pm on 08/03/14

Here are several of my favorites- all T&T and would go well with the fish - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:19pm on 08/03/14

The pilaf sounds perfect! A side of roasted broccoli would go well with all that. [NT] - cheezz - 7:33pm on 08/03/14

Thanks much. I have Thurs dinner. So much appreciate the ideas.Hard helping your friend your age.. - barb_b - 2:12pm on 08/04/14

26451. Warm Spot Sourdough, from Forkish [IMAGE] - SallyBR - 12:35pm on 08/03/14 (3)

Looks great! .... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 2:30pm on 08/03/14
Forkish bread seems to be highly favored on eGullet [NT] - cyalexa2 - 3:37pm on 08/03/14
So beautiful... [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 2:53pm on 08/06/14

26452. Rec: Honey Chipotle Ribs from Pati's Mexican Table. [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:12pm on 08/03/14 (4)

Rec: Cilantro Potato Salad. I really enjoyed this potato salad, the reviews [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:17pm on 08/03/14

I have made something similar. I also added some chopped jalapenos - Dawn_MO - 3:26pm on 08/03/14
Uh-oh - I am always looking for something different with potato salad, this looks great! [NT] - LisainLA - 5:33pm on 08/06/14
This potato salad was delicious! Given the simplicity of the ingredients - Pat-NoCal - 1:54pm on 08/07/14

26453. LOL - our big anniversary party was last night but our caterer thought it was Aug. 6th - deb-in-MI - 4:09pm on 08/03/14 (26)

That's a great story. I'm sure the restaurant appreciates your flexibility and loyalty as much - Joe - 5:37pm on 08/03/14
What a great caterer! Wow, you are blessed! This somewhat reminds me - Marsha tbay - 5:38pm on 08/03/14
Whew--great story, all's well that ends well. Happy Anniversary! [NT] - MoNJ - 5:59pm on 08/03/14
Belated Happy Anniversary. Glad your special day ended up more spectacular thanks to loving friends - Sylvia - 6:04pm on 08/03/14
Post this on their Yelp page. It's rare to see these kind of gestures recognized there. [NT] - Traca - 6:23pm on 08/03/14

What Traca said. [NT] - Joe - 6:44pm on 08/03/14

Yes, excellent idea. Share their work ethic with others. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:16am on 08/04/14

GREAT idea - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:51am on 08/04/14

Posted on Google Reviews and Yelp - thank you so much for recommending this! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:57am on 08/04/14

You might consider TripAdvisor as well. That's what we use when we're travelling. [NT] - Joe - 12:34am on 08/05/14

Done! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:15pm on 08/05/14

I would be a customer there til they closed business! Be sure and Yelp them :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:36pm on 08/03/14
First of all, congratulations!!!!! (more inside) - SallyBR - 8:04pm on 08/03/14
Happy Anniversary. What a wonderful caterer. [NT] - elaine - 1:01am on 08/04/14
That's really going beyond. So impressive. Do you live in a small community? I feel - Marg CDN2 - 2:19am on 08/04/14

Although I live in a small community the restaurant not so much... - deb-in-MI - 3:35pm on 08/04/14

Well with his attitude, the world is wide open. - Marg CDN2 - 4:18pm on 08/04/14

What a lovely affirmation of the quality people can rise to. Congratulations to both of you! [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:15am on 08/04/14
Huge Cheers to your anniversary party! While I understand the importance to recognize the caterers,, - barb_b - 2:06pm on 08/04/14

Dessert Buffet was a huge hit.... - deb-in-MI - 3:32pm on 08/04/14

Happy Anniversary! So nice to hear a happy ending! [NT] - Lana in FL - 10:24pm on 08/04/14

A most happy belated anniversary wish! [NT] - wigs - 12:30pm on 08/05/14

truly memorable! [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:28pm on 08/04/14
Congratulations to you and dh! So nice it all turned out okay making it an anniv. you won't forget. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:21pm on 08/04/14
Congratulations Deb and DH!!!! What a happy ending, so glad it all worked - Barbara in VA - 7:19pm on 08/04/14
Thank you everyone!!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:21am on 08/05/14

26454. Thanks Pat-NoCal, for Braised Chicken with Herbs. It was excellent. [NT] - Sylvia - 6:47pm on 08/03/14 (1)

So glad you enjoyed it too. My own thanks go to Fiorella who posted a few other nice recipes at the - Pat-NoCal - 11:50am on 08/04/14

26455. My Weekend Six.... - SallyBR - 8:02pm on 08/03/14 (37)

Bless you...you are a type A !! Relax, Sally :) - KarenNoCA - 10:07pm on 08/03/14
I'm exhausted (and impressed) reading what you accomplished. Good for you! [NT] - Sylvia - 6:38am on 08/04/14
Whew! And congratulations on 1,000! Woo Hoooooooo [NT] - orchid - 7:51am on 08/04/14
Very, very cool! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:01am on 08/04/14
I'm awed that you work all week and are willing to get up early to bake bread on weekends. - KarenNoCA - 9:43am on 08/04/14
but but but... no one will play with me????? (and more inside, to Karen...) - SallyBR - 12:18pm on 08/04/14

OK... I'll play. My weekend six. - barb_b - 1:30pm on 08/04/14

It's national watermelon day >> [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:28pm on 08/04/14
have you wrapped halved the figs then wrapped in bacon and broiled? - Heather_in_SF - 2:03pm on 08/06/14

me too. my weekend six [IMAGE] - AngAk1 - 3:00pm on 08/04/14

Ooooh looky at those purdy salmon!!! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:18pm on 08/04/14

My weekend six... - MariaDNoCA - 3:47pm on 08/04/14

Rolling on the floor on the cat love. You're just lucky it has a home, The one that came into my - Curious1 - 10:34pm on 08/04/14
Cookies are adorable! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:22am on 08/05/14
love the cat story! score. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:52pm on 08/05/14

The cat is currently asleep on the sofa after meowing so loud through a window she woke me up... - MariaDNoCA - 4:45pm on 08/05/14

you provide a safe haven. who wouldn't choose you! [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:37pm on 08/05/14

LOL - I put her out (doncha hafta pee?) and she's stayed sitting under the lemon tree all day. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:29pm on 08/05/14

she has adopted you [NT] - cyalexa2 - 8:53pm on 08/05/14

I haven't fed her! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:50pm on 08/05/14

doesn't matter - cyalexa2 - 7:51am on 08/06/14

I think you may be right - when I got up this morning she was curled up on the doormat... - MariaDNoCA - 11:50am on 08/06/14

They don't seem to be looking for her though, huh? [NT] - orchid - 12:01pm on 08/06/14

She's an outdoor cat - they just leave food for her in the garage - MariaDNoCA - 1:07pm on 08/06/14

Perhaps, but as I said above, she has adopted you! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 9:24pm on 08/06/14

and she just wants some special cuddles [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:39am on 08/07/14

aaaaw. She probably is terribly harrassed next door. Ya gotta luv her. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:21pm on 08/05/14

I do...we have lots of snuggle time (shhh, I skipped Costco today for it) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:51pm on 08/05/14

Feline Frolicing! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:41pm on 08/05/14

I recall when it started, some did it regularly, I even participated now and then - KarenNoCA - 7:08pm on 08/04/14

This makes me miss Dawn/NYS, she usually posted a weekend 6. Anyone heard from her? [NT] - Curious1 - 3:20pm on 08/04/14

No, but I wish we would. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:06pm on 08/04/14
No, I haven't heard from her either. I emailed her and never got a reply. - Dawn_MO - 6:42pm on 08/04/14

My weekend six... - Lana in FL - 10:19pm on 08/04/14

I chuckled at the TJ parking comment---is it required that they find a spot to build with limited - AngAk1 - 1:56pm on 08/05/14

You must be right, because there is an abandoned K Mart with loads of parking right nearby.g [NT] - Lana in FL - 8:37pm on 08/05/14

So funny, the TJ here also has a tiny lot. I'm hoping the new one that will be closer to me has a - Curious1 - 2:36pm on 08/07/14

26456. Anyone ever take cooking class at CIA Hyde Park? Looking at either bread or seafood course [LINK] - Tess - 9:59am on 08/04/14 (7)

Charlie graduated CIA Hyde Park...may have some thoughts for you. Yoohoo, Charlie. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:59am on 08/04/14
I've taken many classes there, Tess. Learned something and had fun at all but one. - CynUpstateNY - 1:11pm on 08/04/14

I was there once for dinner at the Italian restaurant as part of vacation, touring the area. - Tess - 9:22pm on 08/05/14

I'm envious Tess. When I first moved to Saudi they played a series - orchid - 1:22pm on 08/04/14

I used to watch cooking with the CIA too... I liked it a lot! [NT] - Tess - 9:21pm on 08/05/14

Most of my old instructors are long gone, so I haven't any ties left with - charlie - 4:16pm on 08/04/14
OK - I booked the Artisinal Bread class.... CAn't wait!!! [NT] - Tess - 1:11pm on 08/12/14

26457. Sweet and Spicy Pecans - Sylvia - 11:34am on 08/04/14 (1)

I love these. interesting that they use chopped pecans as well. would make a nice crusty pecan - AngAk1 - 2:38pm on 08/04/14

26458. This looks like so much fun....we have checked into several of these but they are very pricy [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 12:05pm on 08/04/14 (0)

26459. Rec: Brown Sugar Oatmeal Cookies. Made these this morning and they're [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 12:50pm on 08/04/14 (3)

I have been resisting baking cookies...but this might push me over the edge! [NT] - LisainLA - 6:02pm on 08/06/14

She can't sing with her mouth full, ;-) [NT] - Curious1 - 2:37pm on 08/07/14

LOL! [NT] - LisainLA - 3:02pm on 08/07/14