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

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

26965. ISO Uganda recipes? Anna X? - MoNJ - 3:06pm on 11/22/14 (9)

I'm not familiar myself with their cuisine, however I did find this site from a couple from there [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 5:35pm on 11/22/14

Thanks Karen--I appreciate your comments and the link :) - MoNJ - 9:32pm on 11/23/14

We had Ugandan friends who had a big party every Christmas with all the mommas cooking while we - Marg CDN2 - 10:47pm on 11/22/14

How wonderful (you had me at "could not keep up with consumption"). What were the samosas - Pat-NoCal - 2:13am on 11/23/14

My recollection is that they were entirely vegetarian. You know, mostly potatoes, peas.... [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:20am on 11/23/14

A classic and yummy filling. Thanks, Marg. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:29pm on 11/23/14

I got curious, too. Look at this wonderful site... [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 8:01pm on 11/23/14

Great site, and gives me great insight to Ugandan life--TY Marg :) [NT] - MoNJ - 9:32pm on 11/23/14

ohh, sorry I didn't see this earlier. Mmm, samosas! [NT] - Anna_X - 7:41am on 12/09/14

26966. Charlie, a question about your Grandma's Bread Stuffing. Do you think it could be successfully be - Curious1 - 11:39pm on 11/22/14 (17)

I do it all the time. I cover the pan with foil for the first 20 minutes; then uncover... - charlie - 2:20am on 11/23/14

Care to share your favorite yam recipe, Charlie? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:30am on 11/23/14
Thanks Charlie and cylexa, very helpful and much appreciated. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:24am on 11/23/14

love that recipe and here's what I do to in advance - cyalexa2 - 2:24am on 11/23/14

Thats exactly how I proceed with the recipe. OK Pat REC: Candied Yams--- - charlie - 5:02am on 11/23/14

Thanks Charlie. Sounds simple and delicious. I seem to be gravitating back to simpler - Pat-NoCal - 3:28pm on 11/23/14

Same thing has happened to me, Pat. Extricating myself from layers of complicated ingredients. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:03pm on 11/23/14
Me too....look for the simpler recipes that showcase the fresh ingredients and take less time to - KarenNoCA - 6:18pm on 11/23/14

I look for good make ahead dishes too. Sweet potato roll dough is mixing right now [LINK] - AngAk1 - 6:38pm on 11/23/14

picture of the dough. such a nice dough. I used part whole wheat so it's speckled [IMAGE] - AngAk1 - 12:10am on 11/25/14

baked rolls. in freezer now [NT] [IMAGE] - AngAk1 - 12:16am on 11/25/14

Ang, those rolls look delightful! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:52am on 11/25/14

What sweet potato roll dough recipe do you use? Those are gorgeous! Don't know about the pie. - cheezz - 9:44pm on 11/25/14

click on the link. it's not real noticeable in flavor. subtle and nice color - AngAk1 - 10:44pm on 11/25/14

DUH! Skipped my notice. I love Steve2's (RIP) sweet potato biscuits...one of my faves. [NT] - cheezz - 1:47am on 11/27/14

I made Steve's biscuits yesterday and thought of him often. What a great guy! [NT] - Traca - 8:42pm on 11/28/14

I figure that this REC: Magic Chocolate Flan Cake from Cook's Country can be made days ahead... - charlie - 7:59pm on 11/23/14

26967. Any vegetarians?? I have watched this video about 6 times now. It still makes me smile. [NT] [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 11:51pm on 11/22/14 (4)

Aw, when he asked "why are you crying" I thought he was talking to me. Thanks M! [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:02am on 11/24/14

Right? and I loved the way he worked through it. [NT] - orchid - 1:15pm on 11/24/14

That was my smile for the day! Thx! So sweet [NT] - barb_b - 6:21pm on 11/24/14

He got me at "they should be standing up and happy". aaaaaawww [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:39pm on 11/24/14

26968. How far in advance can I make the Alton Brown apple cake and how should I store it? [NT] - cyalexa2 - 1:11pm on 11/23/14 (4)

I've got to make this again! It's been awhile but I'd say you'd be fine - orchid - 5:59pm on 11/23/14
I make a similar cake posted by Judy. I try not to eat it for a week as it just gets better. Then - Marg CDN2 - 6:50pm on 11/23/14

When I make my German Apple Cake (my personal favorite) I can store it for at lease a week. - CathyZ from Kauai - 8:48pm on 11/23/14

thanks everyone - cyalexa2 - 12:37am on 11/24/14

26969. Does anyone have a vegetarian lasagna using noodles, that is really killer good? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:24pm on 11/23/14 (16)

Oh, yes. Please try this. I cannot tell you how good it is!! - Charley - 6:57pm on 11/23/14
Wild Mushroom Lasagna (way back from Randi time) [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:01pm on 11/23/14

Not T&T, but it looks good: in this month's Food&Wine: Creamy White Lasagna [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:04pm on 11/23/14
Love, the wild mushroom and three cheese lasagne. Such a treat. Lots of work, but could be done [LINK] - barb_b - 1:45am on 11/24/14

I second this. It is wonderful and worth the price of the mushrooms. [NT] - Joe - 1:42am on 11/25/14

This Wild Mushroom Lasagne is time consuming but worth it. Nice Thanksgiving dish. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 10:32pm on 11/23/14
Roasted Vegetable Lasagna - SusanKentfieldCa - 12:05am on 11/24/14
Wow, these sound so wonderful! I am looking towards Christmas...... - KarenNoCA - 12:21am on 11/24/14

Make sure she eats cheese - I cooked with my vegan nephew when he visited one summer - LisainLA - 2:08am on 11/25/14

My contribution..... [LINK] - SallyBR - 12:45am on 11/24/14
I believe Joe has a recipe that was posted in his garden newsletter [NT] - AngAk1 - 4:33am on 11/24/14

I've made that and it's delicious! Extremely filling. I'll post the - orchid - 12:13pm on 11/24/14

Here it is. Like I said, it's really rich so it is a great candidate for [LINK] - orchid - 2:12pm on 11/24/14

yes, this! great idea to serve with ham---not so vegetarian though. please everyone [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:06pm on 11/24/14

Thanks, all. It's my go-to vegetarian party dish. (I like to serve it with sausage on the side) [NT] - Joe - 1:41am on 11/25/14

Recipe Vegetable Lasagna [LINK] - Olga_D_Ont - 12:03am on 12/03/14

26970. IN Tried and True, how come there are so many "hidden" posts? They have the subject line - KarenNoCA - 5:27pm on 11/23/14 (9)

I *think* folks just put their favorites in there before we asked for 3 - MarilynFL - 5:58pm on 11/23/14

OK, but how does that explain no recipe? Sorry...just curious. :) [NT] - KarenNoCA - 6:14pm on 11/23/14

ah, I never looked at the hidden files. Just assumed they were hidden for a reason. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:54pm on 11/23/14

Test [HIDDEN] - MarilynFL - 6:55pm on 11/23/14

Oops, can't hide just one line of the thread. Oh well, so much for that test. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:55pm on 11/23/14

I don't see the "hidden". You must have special powers! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:41pm on 11/23/14

I went to" one pot meals", and most of them (by one poster) have subject line - KarenNoCA - 12:10am on 11/24/14

Not sure which you are referring to, but I do recall that a poster asked to have their rec deleted - barb_b - 11:26pm on 11/23/14

I can see the hidden post titles and most of those in "one pot meals" were from Olga, - Joe - 12:57am on 11/24/14

26971. Loved this: The United States of Thanksgiving (see link) [LINK] - EvaN - 6:09pm on 11/23/14 (1)

Eva, see thread 26957 [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:02pm on 11/23/14

26972. Have we already had the turkey brining discussion and I missed it? - Sandra in New York - 9:00pm on 11/23/14 (24)

I think everyone still does, doesn't everyone? We sure have hashed through this one over the years. - Marg CDN2 - 9:23pm on 11/23/14

I saw that survey... - Sandra in New York - 12:57am on 11/24/14

I, personally, do not like brined poultry. I have always liberally - Charley - 12:45pm on 11/24/14

I do brine the turkey if is a fresh bird... - judy-mass - 1:18pm on 11/24/14

We don't [NT] - AngAk1 - 4:35am on 11/24/14

Yep, I'll never cook a turkey again without brining-- [LINK] - MoNJ - 9:30pm on 11/23/14

Mo, do you use the drippings from the brined turkey for gravy? [NT] - Sandra in New York - 12:58am on 11/24/14

I do, no issues with gravy being too salty, I rinse the bird, let sit out for an hour before oven to - MoNJ - 3:10am on 11/24/14

What about soaking the turkey in buttermilk, like we do with chickens? Would it work? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:08am on 11/24/14

Buttermilk Marinated Turkey Breast with garlic new potatoes and sprouts - SusanKentfieldCa - 12:25am on 11/24/14

I have been dry brining for several years and am pleased with the results [LINK] - cyalexa2 - 12:42am on 11/24/14

I've been tempted to try, but since I've had such great results with wet brine - MoNJ - 3:13am on 11/24/14
and have not found the drippings overly salty [NT] - cyalexa2 - 12:27pm on 11/24/14

Dry Brine - sjs1952 - 1:47pm on 11/24/14

I love dry brining, but keep goofing and grinding the kosher salt with the other spices. - MarilynFL - 3:17pm on 11/24/14

My favorite wet brine is the Chez PAnisse recipe in the archives, but I've used this dry brine>>>> [LINK] - LisainLA - 2:02am on 11/25/14

Chez Panisse Brine recipe + article from SF Chronicle posted by Traca [LINK] - LisainLA - 2:06am on 11/25/14

My go to method, for sure. [NT] - Traca - 8:51pm on 11/25/14

I think I heard about this from PatNoCal way back when it was first published (2009?) [NT] - Traca - 8:52pm on 11/25/14

Yeh, that brine recipe has been around for a while now. Think I'm dry brining this year, not sure - Pat-NoCal - 1:55am on 11/26/14

Got the bird in the brine now.... - Heather_in_SF - 7:29am on 11/26/14

Joe's recipes are the favorites in this house.Be sure 2 read the entire thread--brine REC's at end. [LINK] - wigs - 1:57pm on 11/26/14
Thanks all, we decided to skip the brine... - Sandra in New York - 3:02am on 11/27/14

We have 2 unbrined turkeys cooking right now. One on the grill rotisserie and 1 in the oven - AngAk1 - 3:15am on 11/27/14

26973. Question: I have read that adding nonfat milk powder to bread makes it softer. - cheezz - 3:46am on 11/24/14 (9)

Yes, or milk itself. I have seen the word "tender" rather than - Charley - 12:12pm on 11/24/14
I use it often...use the organic powdered stuff. I also put it in my oatmeal cookies. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:32pm on 11/24/14

Cookies?! I never thought of that. My oatmeal cookies don't call for milk...how much do you use? [NT] - cheezz - 10:08pm on 11/24/14

1/4 C Organic Valley powdered non-fat milk (1 oz/28 grams) - MarilynFL - 3:16pm on 11/25/14

cheezz, I use non-fat dry milk powder all of the time in my breads. . . - mistral - 4:50pm on 11/24/14
Thanks everyone! I'm always looking for ways to keep rolls soft longer :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:10pm on 11/24/14

I think I'll have to say there's no sub for fresh--or storing - Charley - 12:46am on 11/25/14
Lecithin is also used to extend shelf life. - MarilynFL - 7:39pm on 11/25/14
Good ideas. I'm going to try it in my cookies too [NT] - cheezz - 9:40pm on 11/25/14

26974. I wasn't going to bake pumpkin pie, but stumbled on this: Gingersnap Pumpkin Pie [LINK] - AngAk1 - 10:40pm on 11/24/14 (3)

I baked this Caramel Mascarpone Pumpkin Pie last year [LINK] - Ann - 1:08am on 11/25/14

I'm putting this on the list for next year. thank you. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:20am on 11/25/14
Thank you Ann for posting....her Pumpkin Cheesecake looks good also. [NT] - GayR - 12:52pm on 11/25/14

26975. Angel Sugar Cookies. I used my food processor pusher to press them. nice swirl design [IMAGE] - AngAk1 - 12:05am on 11/25/14 (9)

I guess it's not the presser, but the tube "plug", the one you take out to pour in liquid [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:17am on 11/25/14

Nifty little idea. Thanks Ang. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:27am on 11/25/14
You are such a clever girl Angie! [NT] - orchid - 10:24pm on 11/25/14

can't take credit---saw it mentioned on EPI on a pnut butter cookie thread. I like! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:42pm on 11/25/14

AngAK--I understand how you press them with the FP tube "plug" but how did you get your colored - wigs - 1:17pm on 11/26/14

I just sprinkled them on. they dispersed naturally. [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:28pm on 11/26/14

I've made the exact recipe for over 20 years except mine calls for 5 cups flour... - cheezz - 12:20am on 11/25/14

I know, lots of fat for a cookie. I did use rounded cups. [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:26am on 11/25/14

They look great! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:27pm on 11/25/14

26976. Swamped with work and holiday preparations. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:21pm on 11/25/14 (12)

Thanks Amanda, and I wish a wonderful Thanksgiving and Christmas back to you. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:56pm on 11/25/14
Right back at ya - and to everyone here:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:30pm on 11/25/14
Happy Thanksgiving to all! [NT] - Joe - 2:21am on 11/26/14
Don't get so swamped that you don't just enjoy. Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! [NT] - orchid - 1:18pm on 11/26/14
A wonderful Turkey Day 2 U, too, Amanda_Pennsylvania and to all the rest of U swapsters! - wigs - 1:23pm on 11/26/14

what wigs said! blessings to all. [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:29pm on 11/26/14

Blessings to all... - MarilynFL - 1:33pm on 11/26/14

awww, just enjoy every bite, rest and relax! Happy Thanksgiving [NT] - orchid - 2:21pm on 11/26/14
(((Mar))). I just bought a Walmart bakery pumpkin pie, even though I baked one. needed a plain old - AngAk1 - 8:31pm on 11/26/14
Some years we just need a break! [NT] - charlie - 8:58pm on 11/26/14
Have a restful day, Marilyn. - Lana in FL - 4:41pm on 11/27/14
It's ok to take a break. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:07pm on 12/02/14

26977. My youngest niece (11) in Oregon has recently been diagnosed with celiac disease. It's been really [LINK] - Joe - 1:51am on 11/26/14 (18)

Tell them to take heart.We have friends who deal with this - Charley - 3:08am on 11/26/14
we've been through this - pmassell_93 - 5:34am on 11/26/14

Joe, she's lucky to have uncles like you and Jacques. You'll help her deal with this. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 12:41pm on 11/26/14

What Michael said [NT] - orchid - 1:16pm on 11/26/14

Thanks! I wish we were closer to shower her with gluten-free delights. [NT] - Joe - 4:34pm on 11/26/14

GF sister's favorites from my Box O'Joy last year were: Chex-mix and Faux-reo's [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:34pm on 11/26/14

Thanks! I usually send them peanut brittle at Christmas but these would be different - Joe - 6:03pm on 11/26/14
Just remember NOT to use the wheat chex, obviously :) [NT] - cheezz - 1:39am on 11/27/14

Will do! [NT] - Joe - 2:13am on 11/27/14

Thanks everyone, for now they've decided not to make the trip so my gluten-free desserts can wait. - Joe - 4:32pm on 11/26/14
Joe, I made individual lemon tarts for bookclub, some gluten free using a gf shortbread cookie for [LINK] - AngAk1 - 8:35pm on 11/26/14

I've also used crushed up Annie's brand animal cookies - really good :) [NT] - cheezz - 1:41am on 11/27/14
Angie, could you share your shortbread recipe? Also looking for new ones :) THX! [NT] - cheezz - 1:43am on 11/27/14

Store bought Cheezz [NT] - AngAk1 - 3:17am on 11/27/14

Great ideas. [NT] - Joe - 3:16am on 11/27/14

At 11, I cried over everything anyway. It gets better. A couple resources I'd point you to [LINK] - Traca - 3:46am on 11/27/14

unfortunately even at Costco Almond Flour is expensive - pmassell_93 - 4:30pm on 11/27/14

TJs carries almond flour. Art of Gluten Free Baking is definitely a good source - cheezz - 4:51pm on 11/27/14

26978. Wishing all a great Thanksgiving tomorrow! - SallyBR - 10:23am on 11/26/14 (5)

anted = wanted = fast fingers = slow brains [NT] - SallyBR - 10:24am on 11/26/14
A Happy Turkey Day 2 U 2, SallyBR! Sorry 2 hear about yr mom--safe travels 2 U! [NT] - wigs - 1:07pm on 11/26/14

Yes, sorry to hear about your mom. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:06pm on 11/26/14

Happy Thanksgiving to you too Sally. I hope you mom feels better very soon and that you have safe - Barbara in VA - 5:50pm on 11/26/14
safe travels Sally and hugs to your Mom. looking forward to the blog post [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:39pm on 11/26/14

26979. Can someone please save me from this search on this site because - orchid - 2:31pm on 11/26/14 (18)

Here is one mention of dry-brining with salt. [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:44pm on 11/26/14

I don't know...I don't remember the salt and rinse part and I know - orchid - 3:07pm on 11/26/14

Here is what I do to help me remember...... - KarenNoCA - 9:28pm on 11/26/14

Good tips Karen. It's just the two of us now so I don't work that - orchid - 10:10pm on 11/26/14

Only two of us as well, Orchid....we usually have a kid or two plus family on special holidays - KarenNoCA - 12:04am on 11/27/14

That was probably the LATimes article about Judy Rodgers (Zuni Cafe) version [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:58pm on 11/26/14

A bit more detail on Russ's method [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:03pm on 11/26/14
In fact I have a Zuni Cafe recipe chicken in the fridge right now for Thanksgiving. - cheezz - 1:37am on 11/27/14

In the skillet? Do you spatchcock it? [NT] - AngAk1 - 3:34am on 11/27/14

Nope, just get the skillet sizzling hot in the oven and put the whole chicken in it. - cheezz - 4:48pm on 11/27/14

Another mention... [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:05pm on 11/26/14

This is it I think... [NT] - orchid - 3:14pm on 11/26/14

Yep, I'm sure this is it. Thanks Michael and everyone else and Marilyn - orchid - 3:18pm on 11/26/14

Orchid, Could this be it...... [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 3:05pm on 11/26/14

This is exactly the recipe and technique I have used for the last several years. - cyalexa2 - 10:29pm on 11/26/14

You air dry the turkey after it is brined--either wet or dry. If you - Charley - 3:28pm on 11/26/14

I never brine [NT] - orchid - 4:18pm on 11/26/14

Then I guess you just air dry your turkey in the fridge. ;o) nt [NT] - Charley - 5:59pm on 11/26/14

26980. Anyone local: IGA is having an amazing sale this week... - Richard in Cincy - 9:24pm on 11/26/14 (1)

wishing you good mojo for cooking today/tomorow. don't overdo!! I checked our IGA - AngAk1 - 10:06pm on 11/26/14

26981. South windows open tomorrow so I can enjoy wafts of your turkeys roasting. Happy Thanksgiving. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:23pm on 11/26/14 (1)

;-) [NT] - Joe - 3:13am on 11/27/14

26982. I'm afraid I have some very sad news. Our friend Steve2 passed away yesterday. - Joe - 1:06am on 11/27/14 (69)

So sad. I was thinking of Steve yesterday as I was searching through my recipes. I will miss him so. - Marg CDN2 - 1:34am on 11/27/14
oh...I'm so sorry! I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but his jams were fabulous! [NT] - cheezz - 1:35am on 11/27/14
Stunned... - Richard in Cincy - 1:39am on 11/27/14
I will much miss his posts and his recipes. . .this is very sad to hear. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 2:14am on 11/27/14
Oh I feel like I've been punched in the gut! I'm so sad [NT] - orchid - 2:37am on 11/27/14

Me too. So very sad. My heart breaks for his dear CB. I just can't believe it. [NT] - AngAk1 - 3:41am on 11/27/14

I am so thankful that I have been able to enjoy not only his wonderful recipes - Dawn_MO - 2:41am on 11/27/14

He will be missed... - judy-mass - 3:07am on 11/27/14

Oh, this is devastating.... I had no idea he was sick.... [NT] - SallyBR - 3:09am on 11/27/14
Heartbreaking news. I'll miss his humor. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 3:18am on 11/27/14
I am very saddened to read this. - pmassell_93 - 5:04am on 11/27/14
This is so sad. He had such a sense of humor and such great recipes. I - elaine - 8:20am on 11/27/14
I'm saddened to read the news. Steve was one of the first people I chatted with at Gail'. His - Sylvia - 10:30am on 11/27/14

Me too, what a shock. My thoughts are with his family, and I'm going to miss him. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 8:51am on 11/29/14

No, no, no! I'm so sad to hear this. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:31am on 11/27/14
I am at a loss for words. Such sad news. Thoughts, prayers and condolences to CB and family. I - barb_b - 11:32am on 11/27/14
How terribly devastating.....we have lost another treasure.....I was just thinking the other day - GayR - 12:22pm on 11/27/14
Tragic news--we will all miss him [NT] - charlie - 1:16pm on 11/27/14
Just stunned. And so very, very sad. Will miss him so. Joe - deb-in-MI - 1:57pm on 11/27/14

I was going to ask the same thing Joe. Would you be able to - orchid - 2:14pm on 11/27/14

I will definitely do that, and if I hear of any special requests I will pass them on. I'm not - Joe - 5:38pm on 11/27/14

Such sad news. Steve will be missed. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:07pm on 11/27/14
O, say it isn't so! I'm grateful to Steve 2 for his introduction - wigs - 2:41pm on 11/27/14
I was blessed to call him my Bread and Jam Mentor - Timid - 4:25pm on 11/27/14

"Neo-kosher homage!" He sure had a way with words. Thank you for sharing that. [NT] - Joe - 10:01pm on 11/27/14
Yes, thank you for sharing. brought smiles [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:16pm on 12/02/14

What sad, shocking news. Thank you for letting us know.How dreadful for his wife. [NT] - Lana in FL - 4:38pm on 11/27/14
I'm so sorry to hear this. I always enjoyed his posts and wit. Didn't he have a cookbook? - KarenNoCA - 4:45pm on 11/27/14

Yes he had a 2-volume cookbook called "Good Eatz." It started as a wedding gift to a friend but then - Joe - 5:35pm on 11/27/14

Thats right and I do believe he sent me a copy...wonder what happened to it - KarenNoCA - 7:53pm on 11/27/14

Here's the link to one copy on Amazon. Loved his posts. Heartbreaking news. [NT] [LINK] - ErininNY - 1:08am on 11/28/14

Aw, Steve...you're going to leave me here alone with potential comebacks? Be at rest, my friend. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:37pm on 11/28/14

I have both of his cookbooks, if anyone needs a recipe. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:37pm on 11/28/14

Wow. That is terrible. Very sad news. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:52pm on 11/27/14

Didn't know him but its always sad to hear people go, especially when the've been so helpful [NT] - oli - 4:23am on 11/28/14

Steve was mentoring my eldest son, who is in college in Los Angeles. We exchanged... - Michael in Phoenix - 6:34am on 11/28/14

Thank you for sharing [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:03pm on 11/28/14
Such a nice thing to share, thank you Michael. I always enjoyed his unique humore - MoNJ - 3:35pm on 11/28/14
I just looked up his LinkedIn profile. Fascinating career. Sweet & generous guy. Will miss him. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 7:25am on 11/29/14

Yes, fascinating! [NT] - orchid - 1:21pm on 11/29/14
You can see why he was such a great mentor for my son. He had such... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:56pm on 11/29/14

Warms my heart to hear this. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:35pm on 11/29/14

Here is what his brother wrote for the San Francisco Paper - Joe - 1:56am on 11/30/14

I thought I knew him pretty well, but I had no idea how extensive his career had been. - Joe - 1:58am on 11/30/14

Steve didn't get into the particulars of his career. He sent me an email after a thread... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:11am on 11/30/14

I recall a few years ago, a post from Magnolia. She wrote a quiet, subtle yet very proud post - barb_b - 1:52pm on 11/30/14

A major production like Disney's Aladdin at the Hyperion isn't handed to most people... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:53am on 12/01/14

I am shocked and devastated to hear this. Had no idea he was even ill...no words. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:43am on 11/28/14
Today, after the complete shock and sadness of losing Steve - orchid - 4:30pm on 11/28/14

Please please please share the email! [NT] - Joe - 3:30am on 11/29/14

Oh, you remember I'm sure. It was a little unsettling to some and - orchid - 1:17pm on 11/29/14

I believe it was in this thread.... [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 3:31pm on 11/29/14

Yes! You are remarkable lady. I see the content was removed - orchid - 4:19pm on 11/29/14

It was #2 on this list [NT] [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 3:56am on 12/04/14

Number 3, I think. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:10pm on 12/04/14

Here is the email.... - MariaDNoCA - 7:30pm on 12/04/14

I still laugh at this! He was such a hoot!!!! [NT] - orchid - 7:55pm on 12/04/14
Too funny! I remember now. [NT] - Joe - 2:46am on 12/05/14

Rest in Peace, my friend. [NT] [IMAGE] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:49pm on 11/28/14

Thank you for this picture of our dear friend [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:47pm on 11/28/14
Thx for photo; Remember he used to joke about being in the Witness Protection Program! : ) [NT] - barb_b - 12:45am on 11/29/14

My heart is very heavy on this news [NT] - barb_b - 12:47am on 11/29/14
I saw that the first day I came to the site...probably Gail's...& I wondered what I was getting - Marg CDN2 - 1:31am on 11/29/14

After reading Gail's for a while I got up my courage to join in on a thread about Julia Child (duh) - Joe - 2:44am on 11/29/14

Ya. One of a kind. Both of them. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:53am on 11/29/14

I'm so sorry to hear this. My heart goes out to his wife and family. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:36pm on 11/28/14
Steve's obituary requests donations to Guide Dogs of the Desert [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 5:39pm on 12/01/14
Thank you Joe for sharing this with us. I had no idea. I am terribly saddened by this news. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 5:47pm on 12/01/14
Holding his memory and his family in the light. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:40pm on 12/02/14

26983. Happy Thanksgiving to you all, my dear friends [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:34am on 11/27/14 (0)

26984. Happy Thanksgiving to all my American friends. Having just learned about - Sylvia - 12:22pm on 11/27/14 (2)

Beautifully said! Agreed and Thank You! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 1:58pm on 11/27/14
Well put Sylvia. Wishing everyone many reasons to be thankful today. [NT] - cheezz - 4:45pm on 11/27/14

26985. I am so thankful for this board and all of you. Paul, I just bought you a few cups of coffee. - cheezz - 5:11pm on 11/27/14 (9)

Cheez, that is an excellent idea! Paul, thank you for giving us this great place to gather. [NT] - judy-mass - 5:16pm on 11/27/14

Happy Thanksgiving! [NT] - pmassell_93 - 6:48pm on 11/27/14
Thanks for the reminder - done! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:54pm on 11/27/14

Awesome! Thank You - pmassell_93 - 6:48pm on 11/27/14
Donated as well. Thank you, Paul, for all you do for us. Happy Thanksgiving! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:49am on 11/28/14
Yup, me too. Thanks Paul. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:42pm on 11/28/14

Ditto. Thank you for giving us a home. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:24pm on 11/28/14

Yes, we couldn't have a home without you -- many thanks! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:35pm on 11/30/14

Thanks Paul for all you do [NT] - Earnie - 11:28pm on 11/28/14

26986. Charlie, thanks for sharing your Candied Yams recipe -- they are delicious!!! [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 10:34pm on 11/27/14 (4)

How can you not love a recipe whose second ingredient is 1/4 lb. butter?! :) [NT] - cheezz - 2:34am on 11/28/14

Yeh, no shortage of butter in yesterday's meal. ;-) - Pat-NoCal - 3:40pm on 11/28/14

Yeah, know what you mean - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:30pm on 11/28/14

Lots of organic butter from a creamery just three hours away in Humboldt Co. PLUS - KarenNoCA - 12:22am on 11/29/14

26987. Steve'2's lovely 2008 Thanksgiving menu, in memorium since he didn't get to do this year - Melissa Dallas - 4:18pm on 11/28/14 (2)

What a great menu--fit for the Gods [NT] - charlie - 4:58pm on 11/28/14
"The Terrifying but popular �Aunt Patsy�s� Jell-O Salad" Oh I wish I knew what the recipe was:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:50pm on 11/28/14

26988. I made the mistake of trying a new Cranberry Sauce recipe-a report [LINK] - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:38pm on 11/28/14 (14)

Cathy, I did the same thing. I wanted something new. Made a Fine Cooking sauce recipe with port and - Curious1 - 7:41pm on 11/28/14
I have this belief that there are some food items that should not be messed with. Friends get fancy - Marg CDN2 - 10:27pm on 11/28/14

I did not do a turkey this year, but did see a recipe for a rolled and stuffed turkey breast - KarenNoCA - 12:28am on 11/29/14

Was that the roulade from Fine cooking? I think it called for a breast cut in half. It sure looks [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:43am on 11/29/14

Pssst... I can't believe this, but I forgot to serve my cranberry sauce!! - barb_b - 11:54pm on 11/28/14

Too funny! I hope it freezes well. [NT] - Joe - 3:58am on 11/29/14
SO did I!! Too many it was a first time thanksgiving so I guess - elaine - 7:18am on 11/29/14
I've learned to open the microwave, open the oven, check the toaster oven, scan - MarilynFL - 12:54pm on 11/30/14

Sometimes, simple is best! Those ingredients are all great flavors, but so many of them? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:16am on 11/29/14
While I still serve the canned jelly for my husband I really like a recipe from BA [LINK] - cyalexa2 - 1:29am on 11/29/14
For many years I have made Julia's Cranberry Chutney... - judy-mass - 2:34am on 11/29/14
Since we don't have fresh cranberries here, I have adapted a famous recipe from NPR as follows: - elaine - 7:24am on 11/29/14

I make this every year but this year didn't bother to freeze. [NT] - Charley - 11:54am on 11/29/14

My Two - Earnie - 8:47pm on 11/29/14

26989. Fantastic! Sweet Potatoes w/ Bourbon, Maple Syrup and Coffee [LINK] - Traca - 8:27pm on 11/28/14 (1)

Sounds fantastic, indeed. Saved. [NT] - Joe - 3:56am on 11/29/14

26990. Addeline's Yeast Rolls - Earnie - 12:13am on 11/29/14 (8)

Yum [NT] - Joe - 3:54am on 11/29/14
Have you made these Earnie? They sound so easy [NT] - cheezz - 3:23am on 11/30/14
For the yeast cake challenged :) what would be the equivalent amt. of instant yeast to 1 yeast cake? [NT] - MoNJ - 5:13pm on 12/01/14

Here's too much information [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:53pm on 12/01/14

A bit less: 2 1/4 tsp dry yeast for a SMALL cake of fresh yeast. - MarilynFL - 5:54pm on 12/01/14

oh, that must be an older recipe. They should specify LARGE or SMALL cake. The - MarilynFL - 5:56pm on 12/01/14

I appear to be a bit emphatic about the size of the fresh yeast cake. This is because - MarilynFL - 1:14pm on 12/02/14

What a cute story! :) Thanks for sharing, and also your YC research - MoNJ - 7:23pm on 12/06/14

26991. A good reason to use a scale when baking [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:16am on 11/29/14 (1)

What a nice website, too! She has lots of GF things I must look closer at :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:27am on 11/30/14

26992. The Painted Cake.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 11:41am on 11/29/14 (3)

WOW!! Just WOW! [NT] - cheezz - 3:20am on 11/30/14
...and I need a ruler to draw a straight line. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:49pm on 12/01/14

So does everybody ;-) [NT] - Joe - 4:23pm on 12/01/14

26993. Wonderful sweet potato rec. even for non-sweet potato lovers [LINK] - Gail_in_FL - 9:46pm on 11/29/14 (9)

Did you use 8 oz of apples? One of the comments was asking about this. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:59pm on 11/29/14
Missed you!! Welcome back :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:18am on 11/30/14

yes, lovely to see you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:03pm on 11/30/14
So great to see you!!! Hope you stay a while :) This looks fantastic, hope to make it this week! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:33pm on 11/30/14

I actually didn't measure the apples very carefully, but . . . - Gail_in_FL - 6:24pm on 11/30/14
thanks Gail. looks wonderful. we even like plain baked sweet potatoes, with just butter [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:51pm on 12/02/14

And salt and pepper. It is my favorite way to have sweet potatoes. [NT] - orchid - 10:32pm on 12/02/14

Yes. Lots of pepper is good [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:59am on 12/03/14

Gail! I just took this out of the oven and tasted it - YUM!!!!!! - cheezz - 2:40am on 01/03/15

26994. NFRC: well, my youngest daughter is now a Canuck. What's a mother to do :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:15am on 11/30/14 (21)

Lucky girl. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:58am on 11/30/14
Cheez, we welcome her with open arms. [NT] - Sylvia - 12:36pm on 11/30/14
Awesome! Look at all the delicious Canadian food/recipes in her (and your) future. :-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:57pm on 11/30/14
Give a subscription to "Canadian Living" - love the mag:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:05pm on 11/30/14
Cheez, where in Canada is your daughter living? [NT] - Sylvia - 5:11pm on 11/30/14
Canadians are such great people so she's in good hands! [NT] - orchid - 6:31pm on 11/30/14
Vancouver (Kits). She's been there 5 years and spent the last 2 years filing paperwork - cheezz - 8:55pm on 11/30/14

Isn't Marg there? Maybe a meet up might happen? [NT] - orchid - 9:24pm on 11/30/14

No not in Van. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:55pm on 11/30/14

Oh, where are you then? [NT] - orchid - 11:11pm on 11/30/14

on the island [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:24am on 12/01/14

Very nice. I did the coast up from Victoria 2 years ago and several Gulf islands [NT] - cheezz - 4:43am on 12/01/14

She's having a "Welcome Melody to the land of free healthcare" party :) [NT] - cheezz - 9:56pm on 11/30/14

Guessing her name is Melody cuz healthcare sure ain't free & is pretty dismal. Nothing to sing about [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:58pm on 11/30/14

Ha, yeah :) I got her this ornament for her 1st Canadian Citizenship tree... [NT] [IMAGE] - cheezz - 12:07am on 12/01/14

so lovely [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:57pm on 12/02/14

I've heard this lots of times Marg...but wanted to ask, can you purchase your own healthcare - KarenNoCA - 5:49pm on 12/01/14

That depends. You can purchase it but it is to cover what the provincial insurance does not. - Marg CDN2 - 3:03am on 12/02/14

I couldn't return because I have too much in Medicare, but my wife couldn't - oli - 5:46pm on 12/02/14

Congrats!! [NT] - barb_b - 12:46pm on 12/01/14
Thinking some more about this, and advice that we all got long ago: with the extreme shortage of GPs - Marg CDN2 - 4:50pm on 12/03/14

26995. A fun watch......A Tudor Feast. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 2:29pm on 11/30/14 (7)

We may go back to doing just what they did before our time on earth is over. I often think if we - KarenNoCA - 5:52pm on 11/30/14

So true! [NT] - cheezz - 8:39pm on 11/30/14

Can you imagine spending 3 hours pounding out the almonds and sugar then - cheezz - 8:58pm on 11/30/14

This was a fascinating watch. Thanks for posting. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:47pm on 11/30/14
Cool! I watched the whole thing. One thing hasn't changed--three days' work still disappears - Joe - 1:10am on 12/01/14

Boy, you've got that right, Joe. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:33am on 12/01/14
It always amazes me that some guests will come and feast but will never reciprocate nor call to - Sylvia - 12:01pm on 12/02/14

26996. Buttermilk? Where did it go to? I've checked in three stores and its *spot* - MarilynFL - 4:58pm on 11/30/14 (10)

I haven't had any trouble picking it up here in NoCA. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 5:44pm on 11/30/14

Me either and I saw it in SoCal the other day. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:28pm on 11/30/14

I never seem to have it on hand when I want it so I usually just - orchid - 9:37pm on 11/30/14

I use the dried or soured milk. - Charley - 1:34am on 12/01/14

I have no luck with the dry stuff...it turns into a rock for me. And the soured milk doesn't give me - MarilynFL - 2:52pm on 12/01/14

I don't like the flavor of the dry stuff. Doesn't work for me either. [NT] - cheezz - 2:26am on 12/02/14

Maybe everyone in the South made buttermilk biscuits for Thanksgiving? I don't think the prices - Joe - 2:20am on 12/01/14
My local Kroger only stocks about a dozen bottles of buttermilk on a good day. Around the holidays - Michael in Phoenix - 2:45pm on 12/01/14
did you check the organic/health food cooler? sometimes they have some fancy stuff [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:00pm on 12/02/14

It's back....bought some last night. [confused, but happy to make pancakes again] [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:32am on 12/03/14

26997. Wanna talk left overs? Here's what I'm doing. [LINK] - orchid - 5:57pm on 11/30/14 (32)

Poblano's with Cheese and Chicken [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 6:03pm on 11/30/14
Coconut Lime Pulled Chicken...Just noticed this was posted [LINK] - orchid - 6:11pm on 11/30/14
We live for the leftovers traditions - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:08pm on 11/30/14

How in the world do you make soup with mashed potatoes? I - orchid - 7:29pm on 11/30/14

When I make soup, I always pull out some of the potatoes and carrots to mash - - cheezz - 8:35pm on 11/30/14
I saute celery, onions or leeks, sometimes some chopped carrot and.... - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:39pm on 11/30/14

Yes! Think 'baked potato soup' orchid :) [NT] - cheezz - 9:57pm on 11/30/14
I hate to be a ditz here but are we talking about my silky smooth - orchid - 11:07pm on 11/30/14

Oh lordy, I've never had baked potato soup! Alright...I'm off to search [NT] - orchid - 11:09pm on 11/30/14

Here's the simplest version...infinite possibilities... Baked Potato Soup - cheezz - 12:11am on 12/01/14

Printed! Sounds wonderful and will make later this week or weekend. Thanks [NT] - orchid - 5:41pm on 12/01/14

yup- silky smooth mashed potatoes. Leftovers. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:16pm on 11/30/14

Huh! Wish I could come to your house and try it. [NT] - orchid - 11:51pm on 11/30/14

Turkey noodle soup OVER mashed potatoes - colleenmomof2 - 1:49pm on 12/01/14

oh yeah! [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:08pm on 12/02/14

I make scalloped turkey or chicken... - cheezz - 8:38pm on 11/30/14

Thanks Cheez! Made this last night-was great! We usually have "gravy bread" - MoNJ - 5:07pm on 12/01/14

Pure comfort food to us. Worth making the components just to do this :) glad you enjoyed! [NT] - cheezz - 2:24am on 12/02/14

LOL, DH asked for it again last night--good thing I made a ton of good gravy! [NT] - MoNJ - 2:23pm on 12/04/14

BTW, it's the perfect dish to take to someone (along with cranberry sauce). - cheezz - 4:41am on 12/05/14

I made turkey enchiladas last night, it's the main reason for making the turkey besides the stuffing [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:27pm on 11/30/14
Sandwiches! Sad part about eating at friends' is that some don't send me home with leftovers. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 10:59pm on 11/30/14

So true! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:58pm on 11/30/14
Yes! Turkey sandwich with a big slab of cream cheese and cranberry sauce....YUM! [NT] - cheezz - 12:08am on 12/01/14

turkey tortilla soup [NT] - cyalexa2 - 1:57am on 12/01/14
nlb's chicken noodle casserole made using the leftover turkey. Mmm [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 12:39pm on 12/01/14

yum! [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:06pm on 12/02/14

Used GailNJ's Penne with Garlic Sauce and added, chopped zucchini, cauliflower, ham, and a bit of [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 2:52pm on 12/01/14
wow, I think if you look up comfort food you will see that picture. my cousin always put his corn - AngAk1 - 9:04pm on 12/02/14

Dh is making turkey enchiladas as we speak. already had turkey soup with noodles and plenty of - AngAk1 - 9:05pm on 12/02/14

turkey shepard's pie - cyalexa2 - 1:37am on 12/03/14
Turkey Divan [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 3:14am on 12/03/14

26998. Me too...with a question on menu. I tend to go a llittle overboard on the need for lipitor with my - Marg CDN2 - 5:15am on 12/01/14 (15)

NOT IMPORTANT?! Every menu is important. I would only make one or two suggestions. - Joe - 5:23am on 12/01/14

OOh ya. The ...or...went into the wrong spot. Imagine endive AND Brussels sprouts. Thanks Joe. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:45am on 12/01/14
I agree with Joe about the poached pears. I have a lovely recipe if you need one. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:19am on 12/03/14

...and what is the secret door knock to gain entrance??? Sounds lovely! [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:50pm on 12/01/14
I actually don't see anything wrong with your menu.... - SallyBR - 3:38pm on 12/01/14

I know how you feel Sally. I watched Giada de Laurentis last week at a gathering and she said - KarenNoCA - 5:41pm on 12/01/14

For many, many reasons I always serve "family style" at large gatherings. - Sylvia - 7:39pm on 12/01/14

I always do that too.... - SallyBR - 7:59pm on 12/01/14
Me too. I like dressing up a big platter instead of individual plates, and I hate wasted food! [NT] - Joe - 12:39am on 12/02/14

Exactly! If I eat very little of something it should not be taken as a criticism of the food! [NT] - SallyBR - 7:55pm on 12/01/14

I agree. [NT] - Sylvia - 11:57am on 12/02/14

The carrot lime soup does sound unnecessary. For the pork, there are great - cheezz - 2:21am on 12/02/14

I had completely forgotten about the other milks. Thank you for the reminder [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:04am on 12/05/14

Thanks all. Soup eliminated. See, it didn't seem like much. Used to doing 6-7 courses - Marg CDN2 - 1:07am on 12/06/14

Simplify, simplify, simplify. You're right that people just don't want to eat that much. [NT] - cheezz - 4:42am on 12/06/14

26999. Steve Donner's Obit. A loving tribute....... [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 4:47pm on 12/01/14 (6)

Wow, I had no idea he did all of that....so wonderful to know. What an interesting person he must - KarenNoCA - 5:36pm on 12/01/14

And there's so much more that could be said. He was very humble. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:16am on 12/02/14

Thank you, Sylvia. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:50pm on 12/01/14
Steve, was a very talented, generous and all round special person. [NT] - Sylvia - 6:37pm on 12/01/14
Wow - what a life! Thank you Sylvia [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:42pm on 12/01/14
Thanks for posting...I still can't believe he is gone... [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:38pm on 12/02/14

27000. This year's National Gingerbread house winners (shaking her head yet again) [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:29pm on 12/01/14 (12)

I agree, once again. It really is just an artistry contest without regard for the contest name. - Marg CDN2 - 9:34pm on 12/01/14
Shame on them. They should get coal in their fru-fru gingerbread stocking. [NT] - cheezz - 2:11am on 12/02/14
Those who run the contest could easily put rules/guidelines in place... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:15am on 12/02/14

This is more of a gingerbread sculpture contest. . . . - mistral - 3:11am on 12/02/14

Or just an edible sculpture contest. [NT] - Joe - 3:31am on 12/02/14

Here are the rules: - MarilynFL - 3:35pm on 12/02/14

All of those "structures" are made of gum paste, which hardens. It's not GB. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:35pm on 12/02/14

The rules say they have to be 75% GB. Where is it? I'm confused - orchid - 5:13pm on 12/02/14

In the case of the winner, her *chessboard" is probably the key GB component. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:23pm on 12/02/14

You don't know pain until you've tried to curve flat gingerbread. - MarilynFL - 5:24pm on 12/02/14

I can't see the first place winner, just the others. hmmmmm [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:24pm on 12/02/14

Ang, I couldn't yesterday but when someone mentioned seeing it above, I went back and was successful [NT] - Curious1 - 10:35pm on 12/02/14

27001. What do you think of this? - SallyBR - 11:49pm on 12/01/14 (6)

I think it sounds fishy to me. Why in the world would Diana Kennedy - Dawn_MO - 12:35am on 12/02/14

I actually commented on that review, but the person did not reply back [NT] - SallyBR - 12:47pm on 12/02/14

Mexico the Cookbook - BonnieinHolland - 7:17am on 12/02/14

Great review! - SallyBR - 12:48pm on 12/02/14

Food fight?!! LOL Sour grapes? nt [NT] - Charley - 11:58am on 12/02/14

He, he, he.... indeed! [NT] - SallyBR - 12:37pm on 12/02/14

27002. So delicious! Sopapilla Cheesecake Pie (Cream Cheese Squares) recently posted [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 11:46am on 12/02/14 (3)

Deb thanks for pointing out this rec. Sounds perfect for a quick, easy desert - barb_b - 1:52pm on 12/02/14
Lol, it was listed as the most googled in Texas in above linked article. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:41pm on 12/02/14

It's crazy addictive good! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:48pm on 12/02/14

27003. Help with foodsaver and help me get out of the dog house..... - SallyBR - 1:20pm on 12/02/14 (24)

Rock Hard Pears - I had something similar last year; from neighbors pear tree. I froze and then [LINK] - barb_b - 1:56pm on 12/02/14

Re: Sous Vide. I was so tempted to purchase one this year. I - barb_b - 2:13pm on 12/02/14
Was listening to "The Chew" this afternoon, thought of you. Pear Compote w/ Goat Cheese and Prosciut [LINK] - barb_b - 6:47pm on 12/02/14

We just bought a replacement for our original unit because we wanted the moist seal option. We've [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:59pm on 12/02/14
Sally, I have had Foodsavers for years and never had any issue with them - KarenNoCA - 4:11pm on 12/02/14
You could probably make pear "sauce" or maybe even a - Charley - 7:21pm on 12/02/14
re. foodsaver [LINK] - cyalexa2 - 8:47pm on 12/02/14

This is what I had first--probably 20 years ago--and have now - Charley - 1:00am on 12/03/14
That product is what made me post here....(more) - SallyBR - 1:44pm on 12/03/14

if it stops sucking press down on the top - worked for me [NT] - cyalexa2 - 1:54am on 12/04/14

did anyone else think of Steve? made me smile [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:32pm on 12/04/14

No, but now I'm laughing. And that's a fine statement, Steve. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:01am on 12/05/14

I did.... I really did, but bit my tongue and decided to move away from the computer.... ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 1:39am on 12/05/14

Hahahaha! [NT] - Joe - 3:24am on 12/05/14

[holding up hand here...] [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:55pm on 12/05/14

let me clarify - cyalexa2 - 7:52pm on 12/06/14

:) [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:42pm on 12/07/14

Pear margarita with honey. Why do I have to keep shouting out these wonderful drinks??!! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:38am on 12/03/14
Pear Preserves - Melissa Dallas - 12:47am on 12/03/14
Thanks for all the pear suggestions.... - SallyBR - 1:45pm on 12/03/14
Sally, have you seen the not-yet-available Mellow sous-vide machine? [LINK] - Lana in FL - 3:58am on 12/04/14

WOW !! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:39am on 12/04/14
Pretty interesting... (more inside) - SallyBR - 1:42am on 12/05/14

I have never really been interested in sous vide.. - Lana in FL - 3:52am on 12/06/14

27004. T-Day update on Steaming Eggs and peeling them: . . . - mistral - 5:58pm on 12/02/14 (3)

sometimes a few little pieces of shell stick to freshly laid eggs but it's not too bad [NT] - cyalexa2 - 8:50pm on 12/02/14
we also steamed a dozen for deviled eggs. steamed 13 minutes, cooled and peeled the next day. - AngAk1 - 9:33pm on 12/02/14

My sister did the peeling on ours--said it was very nice, and all of the halves looked great! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 11:01pm on 12/02/14

27005. ISO chocolate roll out cookie recipe - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 8:44pm on 12/02/14 (7)

Penny's rolled sugar cookies have a chocolate variation. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 9:45pm on 12/02/14

and Smitten Kitchen has this recipe for brownie roll out cookies [LINK] - AngAk1 - 9:46pm on 12/02/14
I've made the Penny's version several times - use a high-quality cocoa powder - LisainLA - 2:21am on 12/03/14

Hi Amanda, Have a look at these from Sweetapolita.com [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 12:35am on 12/03/14
Thanks, all. I like the look of all these recipes. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:00am on 12/03/14
Amanda, here are two recipes for chocolate roll-out that I posted for Cyn a while back. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:37pm on 12/03/14

Thanks much, Marilyn. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:56pm on 12/08/14

27006. How about a favorite way to roast turkey thread? Would come in handy next November. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:45pm on 12/02/14 (13)

Deconstructed Holiday Turkey with Sage Gravy, I was going to post but see Michael in Sarasota (not) [LINK] - Curious1 - 10:51pm on 12/02/14

And here's the link to the recipe at Epicurious where I found it. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 11:00pm on 12/02/14
separated white and dark meat and dry brined, slow roasted then crisped skin - cyalexa2 - 1:47am on 12/03/14
I too made the Deconstructed Turkey and really liked it. Made the brine at 6 a.m. - Pat-NoCal - 1:53am on 12/03/14

Simple and Plain - Earnie - 1:58am on 12/03/14
Rec: Herb-Roasted Turkey with Shallot Pan Gravy [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:59am on 12/03/14

Have also used the exact same treatment for roast chicken with equally delicious results. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:08am on 12/03/14
How'd I miss this one? Can't wait to try it with chicken. [NT] - Joe - 2:24am on 12/03/14

We cut the back out of 1 turkey, flattened a bit and roasted at 425 for 20 minutes then at 350 for - AngAk1 - 7:27am on 12/03/14

honey, did you manage to casually drop the "spatchcock technique" phrase? [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:40pm on 12/03/14

I still think that "spatchcock" sounds like an insult from the Elizabethan era. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:42pm on 12/03/14
I was going to say spatchcock, but technically, it wasn't.we didn't break and flatten the breastbone - AngAk1 - 9:09pm on 12/03/14

I like this method for cooking a turkey. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 10:52am on 12/04/14

27007. CathyZ, how many cinnamon rolls would you say Grandmas Cinnamon Rolls make? And how big are they? [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 1:05am on 12/03/14 (9)

I am guessing about 2-1/2 dz good sized rolls, maybe 3 dz if they are a little smaller. . . - mistral - 2:46am on 12/03/14

Thanks!! And is it truly 4 TBL yeast??! That's most of 6 packets!! [NT] - cheezz - 2:49am on 12/03/14

I want to make them the night before and do a slow rise in the fridge...doesn't that work ok? [NT] - cheezz - 2:50am on 12/03/14

Cheezz, I let cinnamon rolls rise overnight in fridge - Melissa Dallas - 3:10am on 12/03/14

I thought I read somewhere about cutting back on the yeast if rising overnight? [NT] - cheezz - 3:53am on 12/03/14

Mine rise just part of the way in the fridge & need to warm up & finish rising in a.m. - Melissa Dallas - 11:53am on 12/03/14

I make huge rolls (I posted a photo previously) but you can make them whatever size you want - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:46pm on 12/03/14

Thanks ladies! I can almost smell them now :) [NT] - cheezz - 5:31pm on 12/03/14
Ah, that's the trick - REGULAR yeast. Thanks. [NT] - cheezz - 11:32pm on 12/03/14

27008. Rec: Creamy Turkey Soup - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:13am on 12/03/14 (6)

Sounds wonderful [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:10am on 12/03/14
Delicious! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:42pm on 12/03/14
It was really good. I always wonder why I don't make soup more often. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:14pm on 12/03/14

Wonder if this can be frozen with the milk or cream [NT] - rhoward2va - 9:28pm on 12/03/14

That looks really good and I do believe it is the first time I have seen a recipe calling for frozen - KarenNoCA - 8:14pm on 12/03/14

I used fresh; took a while for it too cook. Next time, I'd probably steam them first. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:57pm on 12/08/14

27009. Rec: Charles Van Over�s �Best Bread Ever� -- you make it in a FP! [LINK] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 6:24am on 12/03/14 (4)

Thanks! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:21am on 12/03/14
MariaDNoCal, I just read your first paragraph and an ENORMOUS light came on. . . - mistral - 6:24pm on 12/03/14

That's not my trick...but you want it wet... - MariaDNoCA - 9:09pm on 12/03/14

if you don't already have an appropriate bowl or pan cover buy a disposable foil roaster - cyalexa2 - 1:59am on 12/04/14

27010. Marilyn, thought of you......not sure if you have seen this.... [NT] [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 1:55pm on 12/03/14 (3)

[...banging head repeatedly on desk...] - MarilynFL - 2:38pm on 12/03/14

At least these looked like they used actual gingerbread and most could be called 'houses' [NT] - cheezz - 5:30pm on 12/03/14

Yeah, what you said! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 9:56pm on 12/03/14

27011. For Cookie Lovers: 24 days of cookies. Check in every day for a new reveal. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 3:07pm on 12/03/14 (6)

Well, if that isn't a clever presentation! Thx for posting/linking 2 this, Sylvia! [NT] - wigs - 3:44pm on 12/03/14

What Wigs said! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:59pm on 12/03/14
yes indeed [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:29pm on 12/03/14

Love this. Thanks.. [NT] - rhoward2va - 9:27pm on 12/03/14
I'll be making #3 very soon! [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:56pm on 12/03/14
The Globe & Star have traditionally done such a good job of sharing cookies. No wonder I'm addicted. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:08pm on 12/04/14

27012. So, there's a New Mexican Christmas cookie called a biscochito. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:51pm on 12/03/14 (3)

Amanda, could you post the recipe that you make? I would like to . . . - mistral - 9:55pm on 12/03/14

Will certainly post it. I generally use Crisco. :) [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:31pm on 12/04/14

We have close friends who grew up in Albuquerque and they make them every Christmas. - Michael in Phoenix - 12:44am on 12/04/14

27013. When not having cookies in the house just won't do........The Two Minute Cookie. [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 9:00pm on 12/03/14 (2)

looks like she zapped it in the bowl. spray that bowl good before all the mixing. [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:23pm on 12/03/14

Great idea, but half an egg? Why not just use all of a smaller egg? What would happen? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 11:54pm on 12/03/14

27014. Hi folks. Haven't been on much but just stopped in and read the sad news about Steve. - CynUpstateNY - 11:33pm on 12/03/14 (36)

27014. Cyn and Michael - sjs1952 - 9:10pm on 12/05/14 (1)

(((Mike and Cyn)))....can I send malt balls and Dyslexic sauce? [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:08am on 12/04/14

Thanks, Mar,but my sister just made some hot fudge sauce for him. He only has about a teaspoon - CynUpstateNY - 3:49pm on 12/04/14

oh dear...I just got back from dropping a box off at the PS. - MarilynFL - 1:14am on 12/05/14

Keeping you both in my prayers and thoughts. [NT] - GeorgiaRose - 8:59pm on 12/05/14

I'm so sorry Cyn. Big hugs. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:25am on 12/04/14
I am at a loss for words. I will be thinking of you Cyn. Big prayers and hugs your way [NT] - barb_b - 12:26am on 12/04/14
Oh Cyn...I'm so sorry to hear that. Prayers going to both of you. [NT] - judy-mass - 1:26am on 12/04/14
I am so so sorry to hear you sad news. - Marg CDN2 - 1:58am on 12/04/14
Hugs and prayers to both of you. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:29am on 12/04/14
Ugh, Cyn. So sorry this is happening. Right now your good cooking helps you both. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:13am on 12/04/14
Prayers This is happening way too much lately. So Sorry. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:14am on 12/04/14
Cyn, I am so sorry for what you are going through. Michael is so lucky to have you at this time. [NT] - Joe - 3:32am on 12/04/14
I am so very sorry to hear this, Cyn. I wish we could help. [NT] - Lana in FL - 4:08am on 12/04/14
Cyn, my thoughts are with you both. So very sorry. [NT] - elaine - 6:54am on 12/04/14
You and your family are in my thoughts and in my heart. Have courage! [NT] - Marianne - 9:59am on 12/04/14
Cyn, so very sorry to read your news. Blessings for you and Michael. [NT] - Sylvia - 10:36am on 12/04/14
Thoughts and prayers are with you and Michael Cyn. Also big virtual hugs. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:26am on 12/04/14
Cyn, SO very sorry. [NT] - Charley - 11:38am on 12/04/14
Cyn, My thoughts and prayers are with you and Michael. [NT] - GayR - 12:45pm on 12/04/14
I am so very sorry--prayers for strength during this difficult time. [NT] - MoNJ - 2:21pm on 12/04/14
I'm sure he's happy to have you at his side [NT] - charlie - 2:22pm on 12/04/14
I feel so sorry.... - SallyBR - 2:47pm on 12/04/14
Cyn, our prayers are for you and Mike. Please know we care. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:55pm on 12/04/14
Thank you, all. Didn't mean to depress everyone. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:49pm on 12/04/14

Don't apologize--we are here for you. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:30pm on 12/04/14

Yes, no reason to apologize Cyn. We care and we send you strength. - orchid - 5:18pm on 12/04/14

Oh, Cyn. I'm so sorry to hear this. Holding you all in the light. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:29pm on 12/04/14
My best wishes go out to you. I have done what you are doing and I really feel for you. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 6:17pm on 12/04/14
(((Cyn))). please reach out if you need to---many of us have been there. we miss you [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:36pm on 12/04/14
(((Cyn))) Deep breaths...I'm so sorry to hear this. We are here for you. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:04pm on 12/04/14
Keeping you and Mike in my prayers [NT] - Earnie - 10:40pm on 12/04/14
Prayers going up for your Mike, and for you, Cyn. I'm so sorry. [NT] - cheezz - 4:31am on 12/05/14
Oh my dear, so awful, sending you hugs and courage. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 5:01am on 12/05/14
I am so sorry to hear this sad news, Cyn. - Dawn_MO - 3:26pm on 12/05/14
So sorry, Cyn. I've missed your posts here. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:50pm on 12/05/14

27015. I am feeling so uninspired to write about food when there is such sad news around us. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:25am on 12/04/14 (16)

Sadly, I feel the same. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:51am on 12/04/14

Me too. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:34pm on 12/04/14

Sorry. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:50pm on 12/04/14

aw, Cyn...we're just heartbroken for both of you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:06pm on 12/04/14
please don't be sorry Cyn. we are here for you and this is the stuff of life. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:39pm on 12/04/14
Please don't say sorry, don't think sorry. We are all just sharing with you and hoping it might help - elaine - 7:40pm on 12/04/14
No, don't be sorry. Our hearts are just heavy right now, but heavy hearts still need food. <3 [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:08pm on 12/04/14

So well said.... : ) [NT] - barb_b - 11:14pm on 12/04/14

Well put. When send things happen, the things that used to give us pleasure - Heather_in_SF - 5:05am on 12/05/14

When *sad things happen... I meant. [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 5:06am on 12/05/14
grilled cheese sandwich. with Velveeta is possible. [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:04pm on 12/05/14
I think I need a comfort food! Dr. has me on steroids for a bad case - orchid - 8:41pm on 12/05/14
Red sauce pasta--with lots of fresh parmesan. Possibly more cheese than anything else. Possibly - MarilynFL - 10:30pm on 12/05/14

Have you ever had pasta coated in butter, salt, pepper and tons - orchid - 10:34pm on 12/05/14

Orchid--this is my secret craving all the time!! Love it--so good! [NT] - MoNJ - 7:37pm on 12/19/14

Ha! for me,pasta is just a vehicle to put as much sauce in my mouth as possible. [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:36pm on 12/05/14

27016. Will someone please sit my brain down & tell it NO to this: Bacon Gingersnaps [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:54pm on 12/04/14 (7)

I won't tell you no--I made these last year and they were good. . . - mistral - 6:14pm on 12/04/14

--And I should make some this year, but I don't have . . . - mistral - 6:16pm on 12/04/14

TJ's bacon ends and pieces--$2.99/lb.EXCELLENT stuff [NT] - Charley - 7:01pm on 12/04/14

Thank you for the tip! Will check out my local TJ's! [NT] - mistral - 12:56am on 12/05/14

Since I just cooked 4# of TJ's bacon ends to make bacon - Charley - 6:59pm on 12/04/14

I agree, bacon is so expensive...not sure I have ever seen bacon ends and pieces, maybe I just never - KarenNoCA - 7:42pm on 12/04/14

Some stores do sell ends and pieces and they are really - Charley - 10:05pm on 12/04/14

27017. I have never done a lot of baking but seem to be doing more of it lately, so I came across - KarenNoCA - 8:27pm on 12/04/14 (10)

Karen, when is it used? After the dessert is finished? in which case it would be the colored sugar. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 8:50pm on 12/04/14

I'm glad Karen asked this because I wondered the same thing. In [LINK] - orchid - 9:43pm on 12/04/14

I guess it's our CDN name for frosting sugar, confectioner's sugar, the powdery stuff that - Marg CDN2 - 10:04pm on 12/04/14

Yeah, powdered sugar. I thought that is what it was but started to - orchid - 11:05pm on 12/04/14

Sorry, I just looked at the recipe again and it is "sanding sugar" not icing sugar [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 12:14am on 12/05/14

Think you got it right Karen--it won't melt into the cookie--just color the edge [NT] - charlie - 12:16am on 12/05/14

Oh thanks so much Charlie...makes me happy, I cannot wait to make these, they are adorable! [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:28am on 12/05/14

Good question. We have a coarser grind of sugar that is sold for the same purpose but I think it - Marg CDN2 - 12:58am on 12/05/14

That one is called Superfine (or bartender's) sugar. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:48pm on 12/05/14

Thanks! This just became my *cookie swap* entry for this year. - MarilynFL - 11:10am on 12/05/14

27018. The support from you folks is unbelievable and I can't tell you how very much it means to me. - CynUpstateNY - 9:15pm on 12/04/14 (4)

hugs [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:17am on 12/05/14

Yep, lots of hugs! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:36am on 12/05/14

You're in my thoughts. Sending you strength and comfort for the journey. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:59pm on 12/08/14
This is your second family. Love and prayers for you both. [NT] - Anna_X - 7:54am on 12/09/14

27019. This was a huge hit on Thanksgiving... Hot apple cider. Thx Wigs [LINK] - barb_b - 11:22pm on 12/04/14 (3)

This cider looks great. I put it in my files. Barb---if you visit Delicious Orchards... - charlie - 12:12am on 12/05/14

Never been; but sounds like great fun! On my list for a weekend road trip. Sadly, raining this Sat - barb_b - 2:17pm on 12/05/14

Colts Neck is a beautiful area---horse country [NT] - charlie - 5:34pm on 12/05/14

27020. Well, I guess our Gail's recipes truly will be completely gone for good [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 1:14am on 12/05/14 (5)

I am just going to say this, I really hope - Heather_in_SF - 4:58am on 12/05/14

What is the link that would give us access to some of the recipes before they are all gone? [NT] - elaine - 6:31am on 12/05/14

Elaine, click on Melissa's link.... - MarilynFL - 10:53am on 12/05/14

Did you read the comment from Mizk1? She said she was coming over here, so many others may folllow. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 6:08pm on 12/05/14

unfortunately... - pmassell_93 - 6:37pm on 12/05/14

27021. GayR, thank you! for recommending *Provence, 1970* [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:39pm on 12/05/14 (11)

Marilyn, It is so nice to hear that you are enjoying the book. I loved it myself. - GayR - 12:51pm on 12/05/14

Marilyn, Here is a nice article on Richard Olney......think you will enjoy this. [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 1:08pm on 12/05/14

oh, the underbelly of cookbook authors. How interesting! [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:23pm on 12/05/14

I love Olney's recipes and eccentric writing style (though I have never tried the Gateau des Rois) - Joe - 12:07am on 12/06/14

Odd...if you click on the link, you should see words in the search box. Hit the - MarilynFL - 2:14pm on 12/05/14

[NT] - MarilynFL - 2:22pm on 12/05/14
Marilyn, Got it now, don't know why but I had to back click and the text came up. All is well in - GayR - 3:13pm on 12/05/14

I still have the Time Life Books if you want anything. Not all the standalone recipe booklets thoug [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:10pm on 12/05/14
Mine is sitting here staring at me, rather than vice versa. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:20pm on 12/05/14

Marg...hon....did you test too many of those drink recipes you were posting above?? [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:36pm on 12/05/14

You know I would never post any recipe without testing it! - Marg CDN2 - 9:14pm on 12/05/14

27022. I just ordered Food Network magazine from their site - Dawn_MO - 3:24pm on 12/05/14 (12)

Plus you'll love it! I don't know if you're getting it for the first time - orchid - 3:28pm on 12/05/14
And here is a link for a year to the All Recipes Mag for $5 [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 3:56pm on 12/05/14
Is that for 5 issues? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 6:01pm on 12/05/14

I think there are 10 issues a year, but they are loaded with recipes. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:32pm on 12/05/14

Amazon has a deal for the Food network mag. for 5.00 for five issues but it comes with a 6 month - KarenNoCA - 7:49pm on 12/05/14

Auto renewal comes with a premium price. I get most of my renewals through Discount Magazines [LINK] - Curious1 - 8:45pm on 12/05/14

Weekend special at Discount Magazines - inc. Food Network [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 9:13pm on 12/06/14

Wow, some great prices here, unfortunately, my search for FN magazine shows unavailable. [NT] - Curious1 - 11:00pm on 12/06/14

I don't understand. I put FN into my cart and went to check out - colleenmomof2 - 2:52am on 12/07/14

Colleen, I didn't receive the email about the sale either. Perhaps they stagger them to make - Curious1 - 6:10pm on 12/07/14

Also Hearst Publishing listing for $5 each - inc Food Network and O [LINK] - colleenmomof2 - 9:27pm on 12/06/14

I agree with Orchid, I enjoy Food Network magazine as well as All Recipes. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:25pm on 12/05/14

27023. I think I posted this before but I'm going to do it again even if I did [LINK] [IMAGE] - orchid - 8:53pm on 12/05/14 (2)

I've had this recipe printed out since she published it - now I really need to make it! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:11pm on 12/05/14

Yes please...you won't be sorry. The sauce is stupid easy! - orchid - 10:25pm on 12/05/14

27024. cashew clusters - is this too simple to expect good results? I'd love for it to be this easy! - emtd - 9:05pm on 12/05/14 (6)

That's how I make peanut brittle (but with more sugar in proportion to nuts. - Joe - 11:54pm on 12/05/14
No reason for it not to be delicious, especially if you can get some really flavorful cashews and - KarenNoCA - 11:55pm on 12/05/14
Thank you both for the suggestions. I will give it a try - emtd - 12:35am on 12/06/14
Cynthia's cashew brittle is also easy - in the microwave! Works really well! - Lana in FL - 3:47am on 12/06/14

Thank you as well. I just have salted cashews at this point. - emtd - 1:13pm on 12/06/14

Well I wasn't really happy with how they turned out. They're - emtd - 10:49pm on 12/07/14

27025. Paper muffin cups again. My 500 supply has actually gone. But so have the 2 stores that - Marg CDN2 - 1:27am on 12/06/14 (25)

I got creative and found them. I searched for: baking cups, 2 3/4". Who would have thought - Marg CDN2 - 2:42am on 12/06/14
Marg, I have a great restaurant supply store down here - Surfas. I know they have lots of 500+ - cheezz - 4:31am on 12/06/14

Oh I am so not fancy. This is for me. White. But they need to be big to fit my - Marg CDN2 - 6:06am on 12/06/14

I may get over there Sunday. What's the most you want to pay? They should have them. [NT] - cheezz - 6:15am on 12/06/14

Well, they'll probably be $5 so let's say $10 for 500. - Marg CDN2 - 6:14pm on 12/06/14
Which location do you go to? I might try to go Sunday too.... - MariaDNoCA - 11:40am on 12/07/14

Have you looked at Michael's or Hobby Lobby or that kind of - Charley - 12:56pm on 12/06/14

Good idea. Checked them out. All small. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:15pm on 12/06/14

Martha Stewart has a method of making the liners with - Charley - 12:28pm on 12/07/14

I'm looking for them also Marg. I was hoping I could get them [LINK] - orchid - 6:52pm on 12/06/14

Orchid, how can you tell the size of these? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:02pm on 12/06/14

I know, I have no idea how I found it but I finally found it again. Try this [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 7:27pm on 12/06/14

No, that didn't work but click on the link and then you'll see on the - orchid - 7:30pm on 12/06/14

I copied it, here is what it says... - orchid - 7:52pm on 12/06/14

Yep. Got it. I didn't think that box related. But 3.5 is one JUMBO muffin. There is the 2.5 as [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 8:19pm on 12/06/14

In the picture, the box says 3.5 is that bottom diameter or top? [NT] - cheezz - 9:18pm on 12/06/14

Crazy isn't it? I've seen similar questions on sites but never an answer. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:22pm on 12/06/14
I'm pretty sure it's the top. That would fit my jumbo muffin pan I think. [NT] - orchid - 10:31pm on 12/06/14

Westaurant's website has a good description of sizes >> [LINK] - cheezz - 11:54pm on 12/06/14

There we go. I'll have a box of jumdard please. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:24am on 12/07/14

Sorry Marg...nothing but standard and 2-1/2" [NT] - cheezz - 10:10pm on 12/07/14

Aw. Thanks for checking. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:10am on 12/08/14

I hate failing in a mission...I'm still going to keep my eyes peeled. - cheezz - 2:47am on 12/08/14

I'm finding lots by converting 2.75 *in* to 7 *cm* --however, they're all in China! [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:52pm on 12/08/14

What a challenge this is. There were 2 stores here with them. One discontinued & the other shut down [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:03pm on 12/08/14

27026. Making Grandmas Cinnamon Rolls (lovely dough!). Proofed yeast per directions... [LINK] [IMAGE] - cheezz - 3:09am on 12/06/14 (8)

Yup, gotta work fast. It doesn't matter if it "boiled over". Plenty alive! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:22am on 12/06/14
Samples are out of the oven...OMG!!! They are really fabulous!! - cheezz - 4:17am on 12/06/14

I think that image should be your holiday family photo. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:57pm on 12/06/14

If Grandma isn't in T&T, I nominate her :) [NT] [IMAGE] - cheezz - 9:10pm on 12/06/14

Oh My - I just want to dive in!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:02pm on 12/06/14

Ditto! Fabulous, cheezz [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:16pm on 12/07/14

Nice looking rolls, cheese [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:38pm on 12/06/14

Thanks to you Cathy! Easy, delicious recipe - they flew out of the pan :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:40pm on 12/06/14

27027. I figured out why I have all those cranberries in the freezer >>> :) [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:45am on 12/06/14 (1)

Awww! I had a similar moment last night. I was attending a party, and suddenly the discussion [LINK] - barb_b - 6:47pm on 12/06/14

27028. Asking a small favor...... (blog related) [LINK] - SallyBR - 12:47pm on 12/06/14 (15)

I am now following. (This is new to me, subscribing to a blog) I always enjoy reading your linked blog - barb_b - 1:06pm on 12/06/14
I subscribed as well. I love the bright red bowl. [NT] - emtd - 1:16pm on 12/06/14
Sally, there is one new post, no problem opening it. I've seen the virus problem with other blogs. [NT] - Curious1 - 1:53pm on 12/06/14
Subscribed also and I also didn't know about this. I agree that red - orchid - 2:08pm on 12/06/14

Thank you, and a few remarks... - SallyBR - 2:35pm on 12/06/14

Your blog shows your enjoyment of doing it. It's always a fun read - orchid - 3:48pm on 12/06/14

Thanks so much! Made my day! ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 1:05pm on 12/07/14

Not blocked and still subscribed:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:15pm on 12/06/14
Not blocked, and subscribed! - judy-mass - 2:24pm on 12/06/14
Subscribed using my MAC...email certification came through fine. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:01pm on 12/06/14
I got in, no trouble. BTW, marionberries are superb little nuggets, tasting like a cross between - Marg CDN2 - 6:49pm on 12/06/14
getting my notifications, including todays; no problems opening [NT] - cyalexa2 - 7:57pm on 12/06/14
I received it. - Earnie - 10:14pm on 12/06/14
Yes, got this post in my RSS feed. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:14am on 12/07/14
I've been subscribed for a long time and get the updates. No problems accessing. [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 1:28am on 12/08/14

27029. Don't remember posting this before, but worth a reload REC: St Nicholas Cake... - charlie - 4:50pm on 12/06/14 (1)

Wow [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:21pm on 12/07/14

27030. Memorial for Steve/LA - Sylvia - 5:49pm on 12/06/14 (14)

Thanks, Sylvia, I heard from Merry too. If anyone would like to attend or to send your condolences, - Joe - 4:46am on 12/07/14
Was hoping it was going to be while I was still down here :( - MariaDNoCA - 11:49am on 12/07/14

So sorry to hear about your mom. I hope your visit with her is going well. [NT] - Joe - 4:32pm on 12/07/14

Yes, I'm sorry [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:45pm on 12/07/14
Can't get her to eat :( Only twice so far I was sure she knew who I was. :( - MariaDNoCA - 7:24pm on 12/07/14

(((Maria))) [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:24pm on 12/07/14

((I'm squeezing in there too.)) Be kind to yourself too through this hard time. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:39pm on 12/08/14

I'm so sorry you have to go through this (((Maria))) [NT] - orchid - 8:25pm on 12/07/14
I know it's such a heart-wrenching experience Maria. I had faith that my mom knew I - Marg CDN2 - 8:30pm on 12/07/14
Pretty hard to go through this, Maria.... A warm hug going your way.... [NT] - SallyBR - 1:42am on 12/08/14

Thank you all for your kind thoughts and prayers... - MariaDNoCA - 5:05pm on 12/12/14

Thinking of you in this most difficult time. [NT] - elaine - 6:21am on 12/08/14
Prayers for you and your family [NT] - Earnie - 12:28am on 12/09/14

Thx 4 this info re Steve/LA, Sylvia. And MariaDNoCA, I am so very sad U are having 2 go thru all - wigs - 6:22pm on 12/24/14

27031. I think I'm the 3rd person to give a thumbs up to this Baked Ricotta-and-Vegetable-Stuffed Squash [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 11:47am on 12/07/14 (3)

Should it go in T & T? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:40pm on 12/12/14

yes---do the honors. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:27pm on 12/12/14

Done! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:26am on 12/14/14

27032. Wow, Have a look at "Sprinkles Bakes Blog" Black Forest Cake - amazing [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 2:26pm on 12/07/14 (0)

27033. I need to make 1 mini loaf of some kind of sweet/breakfast bread - orchid - 2:51pm on 12/07/14 (14)

a couple ideas - cyalexa2 - 7:13pm on 12/07/14

Cindy, I don't have a clue about this. I have a few of my older - orchid - 7:33pm on 12/07/14

My dh is type 1 and 2 and this is how I would alter this. Use 1 cup whole wheat flour - AngAk1 - 8:34pm on 12/07/14

That's very helpful Ang. Do you have a favorite one that he likes? [NT] - orchid - 10:14pm on 12/07/14

Pumpkin comes to mind. I'll look. The above makes it just reduced sugar, not sf and still - AngAk1 - 10:23pm on 12/07/14

Ok please when you have a chance. I'm doing it for close to - orchid - 10:37pm on 12/07/14

Cinnamon Raisin Oatmeal Bread - cyalexa2 - 2:51am on 12/08/14

instead of bread how about tin of nice nuts or some charcuterie, or some cheese? [NT] - cyalexa2 - 2:48am on 12/08/14

oh, I like this idea. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:34pm on 12/08/14

I have been a type 1 diabetic for 42 years. - Julia - 1:18pm on 12/08/14

Excellent synopsis, Julia. Thank you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:28pm on 12/08/14
Thank you Julia for this. It is obvious that this is a direction that - orchid - 2:38pm on 12/08/14

love the idea of putting the nuts in the mini bread pan [NT] - cyalexa2 - 2:43pm on 12/08/14

Yes, those carbs are the kicker. I used to tell my H that we were having pasta and he would crank - Marg CDN2 - 8:01pm on 12/08/14

27034. Does anyone grow or cook with Sun chokes also known as Jerusalem Artichokes? - KarenNoCA - 4:40pm on 12/07/14 (14)

I've subbed them in a chicken giambotta. There are lots of varieties of it but this one uses - Marg CDN2 - 6:58pm on 12/07/14

This is the very first experience with sun chokes. Since they are tasteless for both of us I can't - KarenNoCA - 7:48pm on 12/07/14

Sorry, can't help...But it put a smile when you said I couldn't find them, so I decided to grow them [NT] - barb_b - 7:50pm on 12/07/14

I had to do that back in 1980 with arugula. One shop in the big city sold it briefly and I - Marg CDN2 - 8:25pm on 12/07/14

Great story Marg! [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:20pm on 12/07/14
I was visiting a good friend who lived in Bermuda in the early 90's. We were in their main grocery - barb_b - 11:43pm on 12/07/14

I had a company in Bermuda so was there often. My lawyer told me about PEI (Prince Edward Island) - Marg CDN2 - 12:09am on 12/08/14

I was on PEI and had several potato dishes. They were good, but-honestly--tasted like potatoes USED - MarilynFL - 12:36pm on 12/08/14

They are well known in the South--as a pickle. I have never - Charley - 9:27pm on 12/07/14
WAIT! Before you throw them out please try this recipe........ - elaine - 4:49am on 12/08/14

Thanks Elaine but we threw them all out... I tried frying them, no taste - KarenNoCA - 7:59pm on 12/08/14

They DO make excellent "pickles". nt [NT] - Charley - 10:53pm on 12/08/14

Pickles with all those knobby things? But if they have no taste, wouldn't they taste like vinegar [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 12:13am on 12/09/14

They are sliced, not done whole. The southern table is known - Charley - 11:23am on 12/09/14

27035. This would make grocery shopping a blast! [LINK] - judy-mass - 5:07pm on 12/07/14 (6)

How cute is that?! I wonder how much practice and coordinating it took. [NT] - cheezz - 2:43am on 12/08/14
Thanks for the morning smile, Judy! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 3:43pm on 12/08/14
Good creative fun. And a bonus, whistling lessons. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:05pm on 12/08/14

I couldn't get in.. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:16pm on 12/08/14

You have to scroll down in the window that appears in the upper screen. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:31pm on 12/08/14

watched it at home. Wunderbar!! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:12am on 12/09/14

27036. YooHoo cheezz, I made the baked potato soup today and [LINK] - orchid - 7:17pm on 12/07/14 (8)

You're so welcome! Glad you liked it...yes, I like it topped with bacon & cheese too :) [NT] - cheezz - 2:37am on 12/08/14

Question: is there ANYTHING that doesn't taste better "topped with bacon & cheese"? [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:35pm on 12/08/14

Hmmmm....uh....maybe just chocolate :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:57pm on 12/08/14

Now that you have tried it, can you see how using leftover mashed potatoes works? [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:10pm on 12/08/14

Yes, kinda. What I'm hung up on is using my mashed taters left - orchid - 4:43pm on 12/08/14

Just cut back a little on the liquid - honestly, leftover mashed would be fabulous! [NT] - cheezz - 7:58pm on 12/08/14
Uh- it works really well. Just be flexible with adding liquids- taste in between additions. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:15am on 12/09/14

I won't hesitate to use them in soup the next time. Thanks [NT] - orchid - 12:46pm on 12/09/14

27037. REC: Eggnog Cheesecake - Yum! [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 12:18am on 12/08/14 (2)

From Helen's blog, another take on eggnog cheesecake.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 1:29am on 12/08/14
And with the remaining carton - Eggnog Ginger Snap Pumpkin Pie Tarts [LINK] [IMAGE] - colleenmomof2 - 2:24pm on 12/08/14

27038. REC: Soupe au Pistou - elaine - 6:18am on 12/08/14 (1)

ha...elaine, I'm listening to *Provence, 1970* and they just had pistou! So I knew - MarilynFL - 3:04pm on 12/09/14

27039. FYI SoCal folks...just got some nice bread at FM today for $1 [LINK] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 6:33pm on 12/08/14 (0)

27040. My sister made Maple Bacon Scones yesterday and I saved the bacon fat. Just made the - CynUpstateNY - 9:11pm on 12/08/14 (5)

Cyn, I have no idea what this means, but USPS says package was - MarilynFL - 11:58pm on 12/08/14

Read your post and went out to our enclosed back porch. Our delivery person - CynUpstateNY - 1:15am on 12/09/14

Well done, Delivery Man. He must have sensed the extra love in the packaging. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:00pm on 12/09/14

Cyn - do you have the recipe for the maple bacon scones? Sounds yummy... [NT] - Tess - 6:01pm on 12/09/14

I have it but I won't share it! Too sweet and too dry. Not a keeper recipe! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:59pm on 12/09/14

27041. Hello.. :o) - Charlotte313 - 2:52am on 12/09/14 (16)

Welcome, (from a not-talented) cook who likes this site too - Anna_X - 4:51am on 12/09/14

We welcome any and all who enjoy cooking ---and eating--glad you have joined us [NT] - charlie - 5:41am on 12/09/14
I am not anything but an amateur who loves fooling around in the kitchen. There are some great cooks - elaine - 6:30am on 12/09/14
Welcome!!! Not to worry, I learned how to cook mostly from these folks right here! :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:59am on 12/11/14

Glad to have you here! Welcome! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:34am on 12/09/14
Hello Charlotte and welcome! As you know there are some - orchid - 12:34pm on 12/09/14
Hi Charlotte! Have no fear...I've probably failed at every possible thing there is - MarilynFL - 12:58pm on 12/09/14

your chocolate sauce, for one [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:52pm on 12/09/14

Welcome!! We recently heard about EPI. What a shame. Glad you were able to find your recipes. - barb_b - 12:59pm on 12/09/14
the great things about this forum - cyalexa2 - 1:07pm on 12/09/14
Charlotte, one of the reasons we all came here is because this old, out-moded format... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:28pm on 12/09/14
You must be a very patient grandma, Charlotte. Welcome here!! Looking forward to your stories. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:08pm on 12/09/14
welcome Charlotte! I confess to using cake mixes and self rising flour:) please check our T&T - AngAk1 - 6:51pm on 12/09/14
Welcome!! I'm up in Elk Grove a lot...love northern CA. Truly, if you've followed some of our posts - cheezz - 9:38pm on 12/09/14
We're happy to have you. Welcome. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:34am on 12/10/14
Thanks..everyone! nt [NT] - Charlotte313 - 6:34pm on 12/10/14

27042. Been making/testing inexpensive recipes for Christmas houseguests - Anna_X - 7:07am on 12/09/14 (20)

Pat-NoCal My Favorite Meatloaf [NT] [LINK] - Anna_X - 7:18am on 12/09/14

This is the best meatloaf! I thought I would be nice and bring a slice to a co-worker...big mistake! - Michael in Sarasota - 12:58pm on 12/09/14

love this! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:55pm on 12/09/14

Vegetarian Confetti Chili [NT] [LINK] - Anna_X - 7:23am on 12/09/14
Olga's Creamy Baked Beefaroni [NT] [LINK] - Anna_X - 7:27am on 12/09/14
Meliss Dallas' Gordon Ramsey's Shepherd's Pie [NT] [LINK] - Anna_X - 7:32am on 12/09/14
There must be an easier way to put in the links. Sorry to be so cumbersome. [NT] - Anna_X - 7:35am on 12/09/14
"Punching up" Olga's Creamy Baked Beefaroni, my suggestions - mistral - 4:57pm on 12/09/14

Thank you so much. I will try some of your ideas with the - Anna_X - 5:10pm on 12/09/14
Two of my "it needs something" are a few splashes of Worcester - orchid - 5:20pm on 12/09/14

Thanks. I wondered about throwing some red wine in, too. Will do. [NT] - Anna_X - 5:22pm on 12/09/14
a few squirts of Sriracha will up the heat just a bit if that's what it needs. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:57pm on 12/09/14
I find powered dried mushroom really adds that flavor some things seem to need [NT] - cheezz - 9:32pm on 12/09/14
Moroccan Harissa is my new favorite. Like Chinese chili/garlic, but w/o the vinegar. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:38pm on 12/10/14

We enjoy Cathy's Slow cooker Cassoulet. [NT] - barb_b - 1:56pm on 12/10/14

Let me know if you have problems with search. I did not do a link, as there have been a few - barb_b - 2:00pm on 12/10/14
That is a really good recipe. I think you can cut down on the - Charley - 2:32pm on 12/10/14

Here it is if you want it [LINK] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:06pm on 12/10/14

Looking at the recipe again I can see there isn't much liquid - Charley - 12:31pm on 12/11/14

a taco bar/potato bar is usually thrifty and popular. or chili with toppings [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:11am on 12/11/14

27043. REC: Pumpkin Spice Scones with Ginger [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 11:39am on 12/09/14 (3)

I want them ALL! NOW! [see link] [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:48pm on 12/09/14

haha! I was envisioning Veruca from the origianl willy wonka. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:58pm on 12/09/14

YES! [We think alike so often it's scary at times.] [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:23pm on 12/11/14

27044. Lobel's versus D'artagnan for meat? - Pam - 4:36pm on 12/09/14 (9)

D'artagnan is EXCELLENT. Also Igourmet, in case they have - Charley - 6:36pm on 12/09/14

I second D'artagnan. Make sure you check if their is a coupon / promo / discount code. [NT] - barb_b - 6:45pm on 12/09/14

I love D'artagnan too, have not tried the lamb but everything else I have ordered has been great - KarenNoCA - 7:16pm on 12/09/14
Always loved D'Artagnan products, BUT I preordered a ham at Easter and.. - charlie - 11:08pm on 12/09/14

Amazon has spoiled us by charging the lowest price, no matter when preordered. D'A could learn. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:37pm on 12/10/14

We received a wonderful package of rack of lamb, and lamb chops as a gift last Xmas [LINK] - MoNJ - 2:45pm on 12/10/14
Does she not have a local butcher/store you could order - Charley - 3:13pm on 12/10/14

She lives in rural Alabama - Pam - 4:51pm on 12/10/14

You could do it yourself. Or call Kroger's to see if they'll order - Charley - 10:39pm on 12/10/14

27045. Any reason I couldn't make this for Christmas +New Year but not can them? [LINK] - Anna_X - 8:11pm on 12/09/14 (4)

Duh! CynUpstateNY's fig jam!!! [NT] - Anna_X - 8:12pm on 12/09/14
I rarely process my jam anymore. I think it would be fine. I always suggest serving with a - CynUpstateNY - 9:02pm on 12/09/14

I haven't processed jam basically ever. Plenty of preservative. nt [NT] - Charley - 10:17pm on 12/10/14

--and it should freeze fine. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 9:56pm on 12/09/14

27046. REC: Oven Roasted Onions from Good Housekeeping, 1992 - Excellent - KarenNoCA - 12:03am on 12/10/14 (1)

Would be wonderful with rib roast! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:28pm on 12/20/14

27047. Reporting on Tamales 101 cookbook - Traca - 1:01am on 12/10/14 (24)

Traca, I have tried many tamales over the years. Plus there are two vendors - KarenNoCA - 7:57pm on 12/10/14

It's a way to stretch the budget. I think people want tamales to be cheap, so vendors skimp on the - Traca - 11:11pm on 12/10/14

Ok, that explains a lot. It is the same idea when we go to fisherman's wharf - KarenNoCA - 3:32am on 12/11/14

This is the first year where I will not do the Mexican feast on Christmas Eve. We opted for Italian - Michael in Phoenix - 4:00pm on 12/11/14

I have never had a light, fluffy masa...sounds wonderful. [NT] - KarenNoCA - 4:38pm on 12/11/14

Bayless gives pretty detailed instructions, and, in the end, if a teaspoon of raw masa... - Michael in Phoenix - 9:39pm on 12/11/14

Yes, I have done Bayless's masa and it is very nice BUT. . . - mistral - 10:46pm on 12/11/14

I love little fat globules of hidden wisdom like this. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:15am on 12/12/14

I have lots of those. Never knew it was about wisdom. I feel better now. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:20am on 12/12/14

hahahahaha. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:17pm on 12/12/14

Once I render the pork fat, I strain the lard and store it in my fridge. I've always used it... - Michael in Phoenix - 7:23am on 12/12/14

This is my favorite recipe for making tamales. The masa is awesome. [LINK] - Traca - 3:44pm on 12/12/14

Michael, what are your thoughts on cheese in tamales? I've never done it b/c I hear the cheese gets - Traca - 3:51pm on 12/12/14

I once put a strip of good quality pepperjack cheese in my Green Chile Chicken tamales, and... - Michael in Phoenix - 4:09pm on 12/12/14

So you serve tamales, out of the husk, sauced and topped with cheese? I don't think - Traca - 11:49pm on 12/12/14

Traca, there is no *ONE WAY* to serve tamales - Sandra in New York - 2:25am on 12/13/14

That has been my experience here in the southwest. A good, homemade red or green sauce is offered.. - Michael in Phoenix - 5:45pm on 12/13/14

Michael, have you posted your sauce recipes? [NT] - Curious1 - 6:25pm on 12/13/14

I'll check, and put them under the thread with the menu below. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:27am on 12/14/14

I'm crazy for tamales and the places here do not serve them sauced. My friend that has a - Traca - 12:01am on 12/14/14

Your friend is right. A flavorful tamal doesn't NEED a sauce, but it sure tastes good anyhow. - Michael in Phoenix - 1:26am on 12/14/14

Traca, I concur about the cheese, that is what happens when I get my tamales from the Farmers - KarenNoCA - 12:17am on 12/13/14

This was a really good thread. I never liked the pueblo ones in ABQ. - MarilynFL - 5:46pm on 12/15/14

I usually opt for splitting the task into several days. Less stress. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 8:45pm on 12/15/14

27048. Haters Guide to WSonoma catalog... [LINK] - SallyBR - 9:03pm on 12/10/14 (4)

Ha! Forwarded! Thx for my smile of the evening! [NT] - barb_b - 11:54pm on 12/10/14
REC: Homemade Peppermint Bark (Easy, Delicious and NOT Expensive!) [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 11:54am on 12/11/14

nice! I make this one from Martha Stewart. no dark chocolate, but adds krispy rice. a favorite [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 6:57pm on 12/11/14

Yum! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:54pm on 12/11/14

27049. REC: Melt Aways---so easy--no mixer needed---bakes in about 7 minutes... - charlie - 12:01am on 12/11/14 (7)

charlie, have you ever tried Marbalet's *keylime meltaways* it's one of my very [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:14pm on 12/12/14

Thanks you M---they are on my Christas cookie list [NT] - charlie - 11:25pm on 12/12/14

charlie, rather than toss the cookies, I leave them on the cooling tray and heavily sift - MarilynFL - 1:58pm on 12/14/14

I was thinking about doing the same---delicate cookies tossed in a bag didn't seem like a good idea. [NT] - charlie - 6:50pm on 12/14/14

Can you get fresh keylimes? They're in the stores down here now. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:41pm on 12/15/14

Duh--I was just at Ingles and didn't look [NT] - charlie - 8:55pm on 12/15/14

Let me know...I can always "flat rate" some to you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:06pm on 12/16/14

27050. Southern Livings Best Loved Cookies & Bars! [NT] [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 2:15pm on 12/11/14 (3)

oh my. how many times must I change my mind for cookie exchange?? [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:49pm on 12/11/14

and I found these on their facebook page. Christmas Cookie Puzzles. cute! [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 8:17pm on 12/11/14

and 25 different ptintable gift tags [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 9:19pm on 12/11/14

27051. Has anyone made Celebration Vegetarian Lasagna posted my Marsha tbay? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 3:24pm on 12/11/14 (0)

27052. Planning my annual Xmas party--can't decide between the Stilton tart or the Apple Crisp brie? - MoNJ - 8:13pm on 12/11/14 (21)

They both sound good to me. I am leaning towards the apple crisp brie. - Dawn_MO - 11:26pm on 12/11/14

Stilton tart--Traca &Richard, Aple Crisp Brie--Pat NoCal - MoNJ - 3:29pm on 12/12/14

I loved the stilton tart, though I wasn't wowed by the cranberry topping. Would skip it next time. [NT] - Traca - 11:47pm on 12/12/14

I was going to use Richard's cranberry sauce as the topping - MoNJ - 1:08pm on 12/14/14

Mo re: cranberry relish holding up in oven.... - Richard in Cincy - 2:52am on 12/16/14

Very helpful, as always :) Thank you Richard!! [NT] - MoNJ - 3:30pm on 12/16/14

I would love to hear what is on your menu. I need some inspiration. I just found out I have - barb_b - 12:54pm on 12/12/14

Ours is more cocktail party fare with some dinner items, but I'm also including a menu for you :) - MoNJ - 3:12pm on 12/12/14

I just checked my mailbox... My invite must have been lost. : ) Thx for the inspiration, and - barb_b - 6:01pm on 12/12/14

your invite must be stuck to my invite---lost. what a wonderful party menu! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:34pm on 12/12/14

Open house--come one, come all! :) [NT] - MoNJ - 1:42pm on 12/14/14

Oh Mo! With a menu like that, Charlie may even come home to his old stomping ground. We have - barb_b - 12:40am on 12/15/14

I live in FitFlops for pre-party, T-Day, xmas decorating, they are so comfortable - MoNJ - 3:34pm on 12/16/14

NFR - do you know they now make shoes, too? - Sandra in New York - 7:39pm on 12/19/14

They are cute! Thx! [NT] - MoNJ - 2:23pm on 12/30/14

HOLY COW! You make all that? [NT] - Traca - 11:57pm on 12/13/14

From Cocktail party on down, not both :) I start early, and just keep going! - MoNJ - 1:06pm on 12/14/14

Last night, My friend hosted a big party for her neighborhood; she worked hard, all day. I checked - barb_b - 12:35am on 12/15/14

I'm still working on advance preparation. Usually I'm so beat by the time the party rolls around, I - Traca - 8:50am on 12/15/14

Here is what I've done for Xmas Eve in the past... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 12:42am on 12/14/14

Thanks so much Maria, I will peruse this tonight. I was caught off guard with the change of - barb_b - 12:45am on 12/15/14

27053. I am watching Giada on the Food Network and it is quite - Dawn_MO - 8:28pm on 12/11/14 (9)

That is not her Grandmother... - SallyBR - 9:02pm on 12/11/14
More on Raffy.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 9:04pm on 12/11/14

I love the Aunt Raffy episodes! [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:58pm on 12/11/14
Thanks, I came in late on the program, so I never heard who she was. - Dawn_MO - 11:01pm on 12/11/14

I love Raffy, not only is she very attractive but so funny. I love it when she is on at the same - KarenNoCA - 12:02am on 12/12/14
I actually laughed thinking.... - SallyBR - 12:30am on 12/12/14

I know, I know, wouldn't you love to meet Raffy? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 2:13pm on 12/12/14

She seems like a load of fun!! [NT] - MoNJ - 3:29pm on 12/12/14

Don't tell! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:15pm on 12/13/14

27054. KarenNoCA, thanks for posting the Red Velvet Kiss Cookies. I did a sample [LINK] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 1:46am on 12/12/14 (8)

They look so pretty!! [NT] - barb_b - 12:50pm on 12/12/14
Thanks for the review, I am making these this weekend. Their was an error in the recipe - KarenNoCA - 2:18pm on 12/12/14

They are called Hugs...They are Hershey Kisses...Hugs have a white cream. [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 3:31pm on 12/12/14

Thanks O. Mine are the candy-cane--with pieces of...ah, peppermint! [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:09pm on 12/12/14
Here are the ones I bought, I wanted the red rather than the brown [NT] [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 5:29pm on 12/12/14

Here is a link to the cookies, she made both the ones with the brown stripe [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 5:32pm on 12/12/14
Mar, the package says "with candy bits"----phew! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:37pm on 12/12/14

That's what I get for blindly unwrapping candy and noshing on it while baking. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:11pm on 12/12/14

27055. If anyone has corned a brisket to make corn beef - I need some help. - elaine - 6:17am on 12/12/14 (10)

elaine, be careful to differentiate between recipes calling out nitrate versus nitrite. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:07pm on 12/12/14
The only real thing the curing salt does is preserve the redness - Charley - 1:26pm on 12/12/14

Paul beat me to it. I remember Richard having an epiphany on this subject recently. - Michael in Phoenix - 3:58pm on 12/12/14

Should be under Paul's post. Sorry. 10 years later and I'm still posting under the wrong reply. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:59pm on 12/12/14

here is a relevant and recent thread on the subject [NT] [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 3:24pm on 12/12/14

Excellent post, but I'm not sure elaine has access to the curing salt Richard used. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:07pm on 12/12/14
Here is a google page of recipes without curing salt. [LINK] - Charley - 7:49pm on 12/12/14

Thanks all. I do not have access to the Morton product nor do I have - elaine - 8:34pm on 12/12/14

It should not be "non-salted"--just not "non-preservative salted" - Charley - 1:20am on 12/13/14

Yes, I pretty much found the same as you shared. So I am good to go as soon as I get some fresh bay - elaine - 5:50am on 12/13/14

27056. Sending positive thoughts to all our West Coast friends. Stay safe! - MarilynFL - 12:51pm on 12/12/14 (6)

Thanks I stayed inside - we had the most rain in one day since 1958. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:47am on 12/14/14
Thanks, Marilyn...we survived... [NT] [IMAGE] - cheezz - 3:00am on 12/14/14

Ha!!! Hey, you guys had a tornado though! - MariaDNoCA - 4:16am on 12/14/14

Yes, I guess I should look closer for hidden damage :) [NT] - cheezz - 7:10pm on 12/14/14

That's funny!! [NT] - orchid - 7:13pm on 12/14/14
LOL [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:14pm on 12/15/14

27057. Who would have thought? How to ripen bananas: [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 3:28pm on 12/12/14 (2)

I think the correct word is "thunk". ;>} [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 4:00pm on 12/12/14
I've steamed bananas to ripen them- it works. Also here is a trick for ripening avocados - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:29pm on 12/13/14

27058. REC: Holiday Breakfast Wreath with Cranberry-Almond Filling [LINK] [IMAGE] - MariaDNoCA - 6:05pm on 12/12/14 (3)

Yes! what a beautiful bread. and I love the "twisting" effect. yay 1978 co-workers gift - AngAk1 - 6:42pm on 12/12/14
I love this bread- I have been making it for more years than (more) - daricem - 10:57pm on 12/12/14
Untried, but for appearance sake, I would freeze un-iced. You can make the icing ahead and - MarilynFL - 12:44pm on 12/09/15

27059. Michael in Pheonix, I would love to know more about the Tamale - orchid - 11:39pm on 12/12/14 (14)

Here's a link to the basic menu. We've added some stuff over the years, like... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:31pm on 12/13/14

Sandra in London's Chile Verde.... [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:35pm on 12/13/14
Carnitas [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 6:37pm on 12/13/14
Michael, could you post this in Menus? Nice [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:03pm on 12/13/14
Nice menu! Thank you and as Ang said, please post in T&T. [NT] - orchid - 9:29pm on 12/13/14

Red Chile Pork Tamale recipe [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:10am on 12/14/14

Alb�ndigas Soup (made from Carnitas broth). [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:22am on 12/14/14
Mexican Rice Recipe inside... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:24am on 12/14/14

Michael, do you ever add a squirt of fresh lime juice to your Mexican Rice? I like to serve thick - KarenNoCA - 12:07am on 12/15/14

Lime gets squirted everywhere when we serve this with our favorite grilled chicken! - Michael in Phoenix - 3:45pm on 12/15/14

The cheese addition----great idea. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:27pm on 12/15/14

Thank you Michael and I've printed every single recipe! [NT] - orchid - 1:34pm on 12/15/14

I'll have a few more for you, but you caught me on "baking week". [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 3:44pm on 12/15/14

Ah, the house must be smelling really good right now. [NT] - orchid - 5:08pm on 12/15/14

27060. I will be reopening the cafe two days a week soon. - Dawn_MO - 11:13pm on 12/13/14 (15)

That must be so exciting! What will you be serving? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 12:34am on 12/14/14

A sweetheart deal. Best wishes for a successful return. [NT] - Sylvia - 10:47am on 12/14/14

Congratulations! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:01am on 12/14/14
Sounds perfect. Happy cooking. [NT] - elaine - 7:10am on 12/14/14
Keep us posted on your menus. Could you "become known" - Charley - 12:43pm on 12/14/14

I love Charley's idea of a soup combo... - KarenNoCA - 3:12pm on 12/14/14

Thats a fun way of wording Dawn's excitement.... "it must keep you up at night!" : ) [NT] - barb_b - 4:56pm on 12/15/14

Congrats! I am so excited for you! [NT] - barb_b - 1:38pm on 12/14/14
Congrats! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:45pm on 12/14/14
Yippee! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:16pm on 12/15/14
Fantastic! - SallyBR - 12:57am on 12/16/14
Great news! Good for you :) [NT] - MoNJ - 3:34pm on 12/16/14
Dawn, have you heard of pop up dinners? They're very popular here. It's something y - Traca - 4:12pm on 12/17/14

[okay...so I read this as *have you heard of poop dinners*] [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:19pm on 12/17/14

Mar, you need to get your eyes checked. :) [NT] - Dawn_MO - 1:15am on 12/20/14

27061. From The Atlantic: The Best Food Books of 2014 The top cookbooks and culinary histories of the year [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:00am on 12/14/14 (1)

Meh. I'm not crazy about their choices. [NT] - Traca - 12:14am on 12/15/14

27062. Yoo-hoo, Marilyn...here's a GBH that actually is a house, well sorta >> [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:04pm on 12/14/14 (3)

It's exhausting just to look at it. How impressive! I wonder if he got the job. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:54pm on 12/14/14

Wow! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 12:25pm on 12/15/14

Beautiful job. I hope he gets to work there. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:48pm on 12/15/14

27063. Forkish's Sourdough Bacon Bread [IMAGE] - SallyBR - 9:56pm on 12/14/14 (3)

A beauty! Did it smell like bacon when baking? Do give a report when you taste it please! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:10pm on 12/14/14

Yes, it did... - SallyBR - 10:30pm on 12/14/14

Can't wait for your review - yum! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:44am on 12/15/14

27064. I need help finding a quality curry seasoning. Today I made a curry chicken salad. I put hot curry - Marsha tbay - 1:45am on 12/15/14 (5)

Madras curry powder is hotter than other types because it a blend used in... - charlie - 4:02am on 12/15/14

Penzey's has sent me samples of both their sweet and hot curry. They both are very nice, - KarenNoCA - 4:47pm on 12/15/14
Both Penzey's and The Spice House have nice curry mixes.... [NT] - SallyBR - 6:55pm on 12/15/14
Doing a little walk in the net.... [LINK] - SallyBR - 6:58pm on 12/15/14

Thank you all for your help. Sally, thanks for the link, I notice it does have the Madras.YEA! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 11:23pm on 12/15/14