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

22060. Sunday Six - ErininNY - 9:21pm on 05/06/12 (5)

Weekend Six... - barb_b - 12:31pm on 05/07/12

I love spontaneous parties... my six were: - DawnNYS - 2:36pm on 05/07/12

Dawn, your number 1 has the makings of a children's book. ;) [NT] - ErininNY - 1:00pm on 05/09/12

"Miguel, the Cilantro-Loving Mariachi Mouse-Thief"? [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:31pm on 05/13/12

Love those Black-Pepper Almonds (w/ balsamic, right?). I even put 'em on vanilla ice cream, once. [NT] - ErininNY - 12:59pm on 05/09/12

22061. Serrano Croquettes. I don't normally post untried recipes, but here I am because I thought - Marg CDN2 - 1:44am on 05/07/12 (3)

Oh, Serrano Ham, not Serrano Chlies. Got excited there for a second. Rats. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 2:49am on 05/07/12
One of my favorite things at my local Spanish restaurant is the manchego/spinach croquettes. - Melissa Dallas - 6:07pm on 05/07/12

Me too, at our old tapas restaurant. Called "Mama's Croquettes". Hope these are as light. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:06pm on 05/08/12

22062. Lana in FL, I dropped off the box at the PO Sunday morning. It's a flat-rate, so if you don't - MarilynFL - 10:31am on 05/07/12 (3)

Definitely bananas flambeed with rum and butter! Great idea. - Lana in FL - 10:02pm on 05/07/12
Marilyn, it was at my front door when I got home tonight. - Lana in FL - 9:45pm on 05/08/12

Sending Robert & M best wishes (but no need for YOU to wait until Friday to enjoy some.) [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:22pm on 05/09/12

22063. Traca, THX for THXTHXTHX! What a lovely, positive site. Graci! [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:48am on 05/07/12 (3)

I'm in love too but not sure which is my favorite because they are all great! [NT] - Music City Missy - 5:23pm on 05/07/12
You are most welcome! What a treasure, eh? Is this your favorite? [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 2:59am on 05/09/12

Yes! [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:27am on 05/09/12

22064. Coffee Cake throwdown-- Michael's or Cafe Beaujolais? :) - MoNJ - 4:48pm on 05/07/12 (9)

They're both supposed to be great, so this is a hard decision. I haven't made either one of them, - Meryl - 11:30pm on 05/07/12

I've made both....Cafe's more often simply because I had that recipe for years. - MarilynFL - 1:23pm on 05/08/12

Looks like Cafe is winning! Thanks Mar! [NT] - MoNJ - 9:06am on 05/09/12

Mo, I'd have to say a winning factor is serving it slightly warm. If I'm - MarilynFL - 12:06pm on 05/09/12

That sounds great--I'll bake it in time for guests to arrive. :) How much sugar - MoNJ - 1:00pm on 05/09/12

I'm pretty much a coward. I only reduce the brown sugar by 1/4C. - MarilynFL - 9:04pm on 05/09/12

Thanks! Now I'm torn between the CI recipe that just arrived today - MoNJ - 9:04am on 05/11/12

I do Cafe Beaujolais and sprinkle blueberries and then put on topping!(more) - daricem - 5:38pm on 05/08/12

Thanks for the fruit suggestion! [NT] - MoNJ - 9:06am on 05/09/12

22065. not really frp, but do you need a laugh today? Ikea, love it or hate it. [LINK] - AngAk1 - 8:13pm on 05/07/12 (1)

We call the Swedish Meat balls by another name: - Michael in Phoenix - 1:27am on 05/08/12

22066. Roasted Brussels Sprouts from MB Post (Manhattan Beach, CA) [LINK] - MarilynFL - 8:31am on 05/08/12 (4)

ooooh. Copied this one. Thanks. But really........no salamander!!?? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:05pm on 05/08/12

We have one built in outside, it's great for steaks, but the rollers rusted, :( [NT] - MoNJ - 9:05am on 05/09/12

Intriguing. (Only people I ever met who had a salamander in the U.S.--vs. a broiler-- - ErininNY - 3:53pm on 05/08/12

I have a salamander in my stove and I love it- use it all the time. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:14pm on 05/08/12

22067. we saw Rick Bayless last night... - Richard in Cincy - 8:52am on 05/08/12 (7)

How cool is that!!! [NT] - barb_b - 8:57am on 05/08/12
too cool! [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:16pm on 05/08/12
How fun! My fav sighting was Batali sitting on a bench in front of Babbo - CynUpstateNY - 2:27pm on 05/08/12

Some days are like that, aren't they? [NT] - KarenNoCA - 7:32pm on 05/08/12

True...but since Batali marks up wine at his places by 400%-500%, I may not cry too much for him. ;) [NT] - ErininNY - 8:33pm on 05/08/12
Oh, dear, the forbidden percentage signs. Will I never learn?! [NT] - ErininNY - 9:09pm on 05/08/12

Hope you're having fun, despite the weather! - MoNJ - 8:45am on 05/09/12

22068. Happy Birthday, Richard and Eva! :) [NT] - ErininNY - 11:38am on 05/08/12 (16)

Have a fun day! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:25pm on 05/08/12
Happy Birthday! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:16pm on 05/08/12
Y'all have fun today!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:17pm on 05/08/12
Yes! Same day? [NT] - DawnNYS - 5:34pm on 05/08/12
Richard and Eva, Enjoy your special day! [NT] - barb_b - 5:55pm on 05/08/12
Happy birthday, hope you had a great day! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:32am on 05/09/12
Happy Birthday!! [NT] - Meryl - 2:34am on 05/09/12
Happy Birthday--belated just a tad :) Hope it was a good one! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 9:20am on 05/09/12
Thank you everyone! I'm beginning to think every birthday should... - Richard in Cincy - 12:01pm on 05/09/12

Wow- Happy Birthday the RIGHT way! [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:44pm on 05/09/12

You know it! I never do anything by halves as one of my friends says. Off to Siegfried at the MET! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 4:45pm on 05/09/12

the Ghost and Mrs Muir----Perfect end to a perfect day. enjoy every bit. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:33pm on 05/09/12
Celebrations are so important; what a blissful day! You've made another memory. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:21pm on 05/09/12

A belated Happy Happy!! [NT] - MoNJ - 1:01pm on 05/09/12
Happy Belated from me too! Hope it was wonderful! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:10pm on 05/09/12
Buon compleanno, dear Richard and Eva! [NT] - Marianne - 11:27pm on 05/10/12

22069. How cool! Michael Anthony of Gramercy Tavern won the Jamees Beard for [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 7:53pm on 05/08/12 (4)

Wow. And to think he had such a long and storied musical career as... - Michael in Phoenix - 11:04pm on 05/08/12
I love Grammercy too!! Now we'll never get in again! LOL. Reminds me, how is your neph doing?? [NT] - MoNJ - 8:43am on 05/09/12

They still think highly of him at GT so I'm pretty sure a phone call to him would get us a res! - CynUpstateNY - 1:08pm on 05/09/12

And 8 noms later, SF's beloved Boulevard gets the James Beard for Outstanding Restaurant [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:19pm on 05/09/12

22070. To check out: Fudge-Glazed Creamy Peanut Butter Cake [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:11pm on 05/08/12 (1)

oh my! and how easy does it look too. [NT] - AngAk1 - 3:56pm on 05/09/12

22071. Just back from an impromptu drive through Arizona. It was not meant to be a culinary journey,,, - Joe - 10:18pm on 05/08/12 (14)

This one is really good Joe: - Melissa Dallas - 10:22pm on 05/08/12

This sounds like what I'm looking for. Never having made them, do you marinate the meat in strips, - Joe - 10:34pm on 05/08/12

Most often the meat is marinated whole, grilled and then sliced. Glad you enjoyed... - Michael in Phoenix - 11:02pm on 05/08/12

I love San Diego too, but the red rocks and wildflowers were truly magical - Joe - 1:42am on 05/09/12

The Grand Canyon is so deep that the bottom of the canyon, where the river flows.... - Michael in Phoenix - 11:19pm on 05/09/12

It really IS an amazing part of the world. I'm so glad that it was such a - Marg CDN2 - 12:38am on 05/09/12

The nopales were seasoned with salt, pepper and cayenne, dusted in corn meal or flour - Joe - 1:34am on 05/09/12

I see them in supermarkets here, everywhere. Never did in the east. So I have now looked - Marg CDN2 - 10:26am on 05/09/12

What a fun vacation! I was there a few times on business. I was amazed by the big sky. - barb_b - 12:59pm on 05/09/12

Alice on a mule?! Oh Lordy, my head is spinning. How iconicly American is that - Joe - 10:31pm on 05/09/12

I love that area! - Richard in Cincy - 4:48pm on 05/09/12

We did see Jerome but only briefly, I took pictures of the old copper mines - Joe - 10:28pm on 05/09/12
I'll second that on Jerome. Fun town--try Belgian Jenny's Bordello Pizza - MoNJ - 9:36am on 05/10/12

MoNJ, I just loved this sentence {grin!} [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:49pm on 05/12/12

22072. Cheezz, How did your lunch go? I believe it was last week. - barb_b - 12:36pm on 05/09/12 (1)

GREAT! We made chicken tetrazzini with salad (homemade dressing) and bread rolls - cheezz - 12:19am on 05/14/12

22073. Any have Jeni�s Splendid Ice Creams at Home? It just won a JB award too... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 1:31pm on 05/09/12 (6)

I have it. This book...and her method...changed my life. I am an avid ice cream maker - Traca - 4:08pm on 05/09/12

I agree with Traca. Love the book and the ice cream! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:06pm on 05/09/12
Sold! I'm thrilled to think I can make the real deal at home...summer here we come! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:32pm on 05/10/12

I found the print very annoying, ie, hard to read, ie, light grey on white. [NT] - Meryl - 6:57pm on 05/09/12

I wish all these artsy-fartsy kids designing web pages & books understood - Melissa Dallas - 8:30pm on 05/09/12

Yeah, they don't have a clue - just wait until they get older! [NT] - Meryl - 9:28pm on 05/09/12

22074. Totally NFRC Facebook? - DawnNYS - 2:44pm on 05/09/12 (4)

I think... - Michael in Sarasota - 7:02pm on 05/09/12
I have to disagree with 2 and 3, Michael - desertcook - 12:40am on 05/10/12

For 2 you are correct. Seems all my friends are egotistical and only post what's on their minds..LOL - Michael in Sarasota - 11:44am on 05/10/12

Well, this is wierd, then. Thanks for the replies, but 3 ppl have sent me - DawnNYS - 3:10pm on 05/10/12

22075. Audio book fans? Grant Achatz's book Life on the Line is terrific. [NT] - Traca - 4:10pm on 05/09/12 (0)

22076. Have any of you ever smoked a fresh pork belly? I have two big ones and I thought - CynUpstateNY - 4:18pm on 05/09/12 (6)

Yes, but they're really hard to roll... - Richard in Cincy - 4:40pm on 05/09/12

Oh, Richard. I would expect that comment from Steve ;-) - CynUpstateNY - 6:09pm on 05/09/12

Yes, but they're really hard to . . . DAMMIT, Richard! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:31pm on 05/09/12

I could roll it fine... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:15am on 05/10/12

What do you want to use them for? Makin' bacon or roast? If you want bacon, here are 2 recipes - Steve2 in LA - 10:36pm on 05/09/12

Saw and saved the Ruhlman ones. Just wondered if anyone here has made it. Thanks, Steve. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:41am on 05/10/12

22077. anyone able to search for one of my favorite meatloaf recipes from Michael McLaughlin - barb_b - 4:48pm on 05/09/12 (3)

Barb, I think it's the second recipe in this link. [NT] [LINK] - ErininNY - 5:17pm on 05/09/12

That's it! Thanks so much Erin! I really enjoy this meatloaf. - barb_b - 6:04pm on 05/09/12

It looks great. I'm printing it--this would be a giant hit as a welcome-home meal in our house. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 6:14pm on 05/09/12

22078. Does anyone have a good Yakisoba recipe the one I have been using I can't find [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 6:41pm on 05/09/12 (2)

by searching this site, I found a post from 2009 where you asked for a recipe. see link [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 8:19pm on 05/09/12

Thank you Ang this was it just added more chili paste [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 10:56am on 05/10/12

22079. NFRC: The cover for my friend's book on Estonia (to be published by yours truly) is online! [LINK] - ErininNY - 9:18pm on 05/09/12 (6)

How exciting! I like the font / colors; the authors name looks tiny; but - barb_b - 6:50am on 05/10/12

Thanks! Yes, still tweaking the name placement a little. Next version will have it across the bottom [NT] - ErininNY - 11:47am on 05/10/12

Sorry, could not help but make suggestions, that is the Marketer in me. Have you thought of - barb_b - 5:13pm on 05/10/12

I think it looks terrific! Wouldn't change a thing... - Sandra in New York - 9:33pm on 05/10/12

Thanks. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 8:55am on 05/11/12

Congratulations to both of you! As a calligrapher, I might recommend taking advantage [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:33pm on 05/11/12

22080. I just made the Chocolate Espresso Chews again for the upteenth time - Man, are they addictive! [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 9:30pm on 05/09/12 (7)

You're welcome! Actually, they look somewhere in between these and the previous photo: [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 4:47am on 05/10/12

Aiiee - typo - Please ignore "You're Welcome"- I copied and pasted it from another post. It's late- - Meryl - 4:50am on 05/10/12

Meryl, can I ask how you don't over-eat such a lovely treat? That's my problem... - MarilynFL - 12:28pm on 05/10/12

Hey M, it's rough! Yesterday I overdid it - I had 4 to be exact. After that, I - Meryl - 12:55pm on 05/10/12

Seriously, Meryl. Don't you know how good frozen CEC's are?! ;-) [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:14pm on 05/10/12

Yikes. Probably not a good thing to hear [spoken by one who's eaten an entire frozen batch.] [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:59pm on 05/10/12

Actually, the only way I'll eat these (and most cookies), is reheated from frozen in a low oven, so - Meryl - 5:21pm on 05/10/12

22081. These are such great cookies, texture, balance of flavor..... [LINK] - KarenNoCA - 11:25am on 05/10/12 (5)

They sound delish:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:45am on 05/10/12
Here's another one that has piqued my interest for awhile now. I've not made them. [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:55pm on 05/10/12

I put these on my Christmas cookie trays. Pretty and delicious! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 1:12pm on 05/10/12
oh yum----must remember these for the holidays. thanks [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:43pm on 05/10/12

Brach's Royals aren't the best caramel but I can't help thinking the butter rum one's would be good - Melissa Dallas - 1:47pm on 05/10/12

22082. My Downton Abbey bookclub night is tomorrow night, and I'm sure having a ball. [LINK] - AngAk1 - 3:04pm on 05/10/12 (7)

Wonderful menu but I'm struggling to find a connection... Was Mr. Pamuk Lebanese? - Joe - 6:01pm on 05/10/12

no, not Lebanese but the hens for small game birds and I just liked the marinade. the hummus dip for - AngAk1 - 7:44pm on 05/10/12

Pamuk was Turkish, right? [NT] - Traca - 11:10pm on 05/10/12

Perhaps Ang could discretely drag a dead turkey through the hallway, in her Anna Bates apron. [NT] - Joe - 12:46am on 05/11/12

Ha! [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:03am on 05/11/12

What fun. Love the menu. Have you made the Hasselbacks before? Hint inside if not - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:45am on 05/11/12

I discovered this----they take forever, why??? I covered them in foil to speed things up with some - AngAk1 - 1:03pm on 05/14/12

22083. REC: Lidia Bastianich�s Ricotta Frittata [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 3:41pm on 05/10/12 (1)

This looks super, Maria. Thanks!! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 8:05pm on 05/10/12

22084. I finally found a great frozen pizza - Newman's Own Four Cheese Thin & Crispy... [LINK] - Meryl - 10:37pm on 05/10/12 (1)

Here's a photo: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:39pm on 05/10/12

22085. Robert Del Grande's Beer Mopped Ribeyes with bacon, onion & garlic [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 8:16am on 05/11/12 (4)

I'm drooling! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:33am on 05/11/12

Me too! I am losing weight on WW and would save the points for this! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 1:08pm on 05/11/12

Have you made this Melissa? It looks like such a temptation. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:56pm on 05/11/12

I haven't but I'm going to the next time I have a nice ribeye. I know he has lots of fans here. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:21pm on 05/11/12

22086. Looking to buy parchment sheets on the internet. Thought there was a thread but, as usual, I - CynUpstateNY - 1:32pm on 05/11/12 (14)

Is this the thread you were looking for, Cyn?? [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:14pm on 05/11/12
I buy full-size and split down the middle. They come in a box of 1000 sheets - MarilynFL - 3:26pm on 05/11/12

At what site do you purchase yours, Mar, and have you ever had a problem with sticking? [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:34pm on 05/11/12

Have you checked Cosco? I bought them years ago; in pre-cut sheets [NT] - barb_b - 5:33pm on 05/11/12

Closest Costco is several hundred miles away. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:48pm on 05/11/12

I'll look tomorrow. I'd be glad to send it to you if they have it still. [NT] - Janet in NC - 10:27pm on 05/11/12

Thanks, Janet. Please look at my answer to Traca. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:05pm on 05/12/12

Cyn, do you have a resto you frequent? Ask if they'll sell you some. A box is surprisingly heavy - Traca - 12:01pm on 05/12/12

I'll try the resto supply store next week. Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:03pm on 05/12/12

Oh good! They'll have it. Last I saw, a whole-sheet box was ~ $25. [NT] - Traca - 10:21pm on 05/12/12

Cyn, I buy mine at an Orlando cake decorating & restaurant supply store - MarilynFL - 1:41pm on 05/12/12

Also, no problem with sticking. I read a lot of baking books and do what that baker recommends for - MarilynFL - 1:18pm on 05/13/12

Thanks to all! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:48pm on 05/13/12

King Arthur flour has free shipping every once in awhile. I stocked up on paper then. shipping was - AngAk1 - 1:08pm on 05/14/12

22087. Chicken Salad Bearnaise.... - Janet in NC - 4:41pm on 05/11/12 (9)

Looks good! [NT] - PatBastrop - 9:51pm on 05/11/12
Yumm, yes it does. I love taarragon... [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:07pm on 05/12/12

Tarragon is a spice (herb?) that always surprises me, as in..."oh, this is really good! What's in - MarilynFL - 5:46pm on 05/12/12

There is a reason that Whole Foods' Tarragon Chicken Salad has been one of their most - Melissa Dallas - 8:08pm on 05/12/12

I make a strawberry-tarragon preserve and a friend (more) - daricem - 8:44pm on 05/12/12

darice, I immediately had a mental flash of fresh butter scones, jam & tea. Thank you for that. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:01pm on 05/13/12

Me too, especially French tarragon. I like to add it to scrambled eggs and omelets. [NT] - FloriSandy - 9:07pm on 05/12/12
Tarragon is a favorite of mine too. - Pam - 10:29am on 05/15/12

I wonder if this would be good with shrimp [NT] - oli - 7:45pm on 05/14/12

22088. I'd just like to be one of the first to declare the "bacon-everything" fad has jumped the shark. - Steve2 in LA - 6:23pm on 05/11/12 (9)

I so agree with you. They lost me when they started putting bacon in cupcakes, etc - KarenNoCA - 7:30pm on 05/11/12

Forgot to mention Maple Bars Topped with Warm Bacon. Those bad-boys will rock your world. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:44pm on 05/11/12

If you are talking donuts I love those too. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:20am on 05/12/12
Maple syrup + crispy bacon = a little bit of heaven on a plate [NT] - LisainLA - 3:52pm on 05/12/12

Or sausage. They can keep the pancakes, just give me the bacon or sausage & syrup [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:11pm on 05/12/12
Oh, yeah! One of my favorite memories--we had a friend from France visit with her daughter and niece - Joe - 12:13pm on 05/13/12

I was thinking the same thing when I saw this the other day: [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 7:35pm on 05/11/12

LOL - this is one of the few sweet bacon-y recipes that actually looks appealing to me. [NT] - LisainLA - 3:51pm on 05/12/12

Amen [NT] - elaine - 11:05pm on 05/11/12

22089. To check out: Mango Souffl� with Coconut-Lime Cr�me Anglaise [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:33pm on 05/11/12 (1)

Meyle, this looks amazing! But I did a quick calorie count and realized there was no - MarilynFL - 9:37am on 05/14/12

22090. I made a road trip yesterday to KC to the new Trader Joes and - Dawn_MO - 1:27am on 05/12/12 (1)

Sounds like a great girly day Dawn. Our community pleaded with TJ's for years - KarenNoCA - 1:58pm on 05/12/12

22091. I am embarrassed to admit what a pig I made of myself yesterday. - Melissa Dallas - 11:41am on 05/12/12 (14)

What's the name of this place? Sounds amazing! [NT] - Traca - 11:57am on 05/12/12
Ali Baba at the intersection of Gaston & Abrams. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:35pm on 05/12/12
I readily admit I have not tried bacon in all the concoctions they are creating, and even though - KarenNoCA - 1:03pm on 05/12/12
...and here I am, counting calories. I was over my limit by the second sentence. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:44pm on 05/12/12

Marilyn, I have to stay away from here and any other food-realted sites - LisainLA - 3:50pm on 05/12/12

Amen sister. Maybe I'll come visit you if I ever see my waist again. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:47pm on 05/12/12

I can't see mine either but just had to do something nice on my way - Melissa Dallas - 5:51pm on 05/12/12

{{{a falafel hug}}} [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:05pm on 05/12/12

They had falafel too! Thanks. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:28pm on 05/12/12

((((Melissa)))) ((((Marilyn)))) I think treats are good for the soul, and especially - LisainLA - 6:52pm on 05/12/12

Me too Lisa. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 7:25pm on 05/12/12

And then you go and post the amazing sounding whipping cream pound cake below! You and Marilyn both - Michael in Sarasota - 6:37pm on 05/12/12

LOL - I know, I laughed after I did that. :D I made that cake a few weeks ago, but hadn't - LisainLA - 6:51pm on 05/12/12

I noticed the Whipped Cream one when I used my Swan's Down last week. I'll have to try it. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 7:24pm on 05/12/12

22092. Rec: Whipping Cream Pound Cake - LisainLA - 3:56pm on 05/12/12 (1)

YUM! Sounds fabulous, even though I'd have to take a Lipitor chaser! [NT] - cheezz - 1:30am on 05/14/12

22093. Where's Cheez? She hasn't posted in eight days. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:31pm on 05/12/12 (6)

Hey, cheezz, where are you??? [NT] - Meryl - 8:34pm on 05/12/12

Oh! *sniffle sniffle*, someone actually missed me!:) - cheezz - 12:30am on 05/14/12

BTW, the No Bake Chocolate PB Oatmeal bars are REEEE-LLLLY good, fast and SO easy... [LINK] - cheezz - 1:32am on 05/14/12

Those look heavenly but peanuts give me hives and make me hoarse - big no no. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 4:49pm on 05/14/12

Of COURSE I missed you. You always chime in thinking the same things I do look good. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 4:49pm on 05/14/12

Awwwww.... :) [NT] - cheezz - 8:25pm on 05/16/12

22094. Food dehydrator ideas? - Sandra in New York - 9:18pm on 05/12/12 (10)

I'd like to try making jerky or machaca in one. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:23pm on 05/12/12
If you can get a deal on mushrooms, just regular plain white mushrooms. . . - mistral - 11:15pm on 05/12/12
My friend makes her own raisins from grapes. Her raisin bread is to die for. [NT] - Elenor - 12:51pm on 05/13/12
Raw foodies use them often... - MariaDNoCA - 11:59pm on 05/13/12

Thanks for the ideas! Maria, it's just out of the box - Sandra in New York - 11:54am on 05/14/12

herb/spice powders! [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 3:23pm on 05/17/12

and a recent dehydrator experiment [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 3:49pm on 05/17/12

Extreme dehydrating! - Sandra in New York - 8:02pm on 05/18/12
That IS impressive dehydrating--sucked all the vowels out of the jpeg title. ;) [NT] - ErininNY - 11:37pm on 05/18/12

Hubby dried tomatoes with a dusting of herbs...to die for... - Glennis_NoCA - 3:01pm on 05/27/12

22095. Happy Mother's Day!! Sit, relax, eat bonbons. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:36am on 05/13/12 (3)

[NT] - Elenor - 1:00pm on 05/13/12
Blessings to all of our care-givers! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:22pm on 05/13/12

Ditto! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 12:00am on 05/14/12

22096. Ouch - I have shingles. Has anyone experienced this? [NT] - Elenor - 1:08pm on 05/13/12 (19)

Oh sweetie....I'm so sorry for you. I've know three people with it and it's painful. - MarilynFL - 1:29pm on 05/13/12

Please go get the shingles vaccine if you have not already done so. It is not - Janet in NC - 2:14pm on 05/13/12

Shingles - Wakeley Bridge - 2:19pm on 05/13/12

Yup, been there, done that too - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:30pm on 05/13/12
My son has had them a few times as a result of being one of the few that had such a mild case of - elaine - 11:28pm on 05/13/12

I always thought shingles were for "old folks". Not so. I had them 14 years ago (yikes, was it - PatBastrop - 9:42pm on 05/13/12
Thanks for all your input and sympathy. I'm definitely going to get the vaccine. Im on an - Elenor - 10:29pm on 05/13/12

So sorry - feel better! I got them back when I was 20...no lasting pain/scarring - MariaDNoCA - 11:13pm on 05/13/12

Yes, you still need the vaccine. Shingles can come back as others have mentioned. [NT] - Janet in NC - 10:08am on 05/14/12

I'm going to the doc tomorrow morning. I don't think they give the vaccine while you still have the - Elenor - 11:00am on 05/14/12

I had them 2 years ago when back home for my Dad's funeral. not fun memory at all. same treatment - AngAk1 - 1:21pm on 05/14/12

YES!! A few years ago and oh, my, they itch so bad for weeks :( [NT] - cheezz - 12:24am on 05/14/12
Wishing you well, Elenor So sorry to hear this. [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:33am on 05/14/12
I was surprised at a recent report on what % of us are likely to get it. So painful, - Marg CDN2 - 9:24pm on 05/14/12
I did back in 1999 and it was bad all over lasted 6 weeks - carol whidbey Is - 11:33am on 05/16/12

WOW - 6 weeks - guess I'd better order some more pain pills. - Elenor - 9:29am on 05/17/12

I just check and the shot could cost up to 220.00 dolllars if you don't have insurance there is a - carol whidbey Is - 4:11pm on 05/17/12

My husband & I have a friend who was a Marine, and he actually went to the ER twice over a period of - wigs - 1:33pm on 05/30/12

why oh why do many insurance companies not cover this shot?? [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:05pm on 05/30/12

22097. bestcrystal, in an earlier thread, you had asked what a plain/vanilla sponge cake was... [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:00pm on 05/14/12 (0)

22098. Fried some of the bacon I smoked yesterday. Unreal! Nothing like store bought or even the - CynUpstateNY - 12:02pm on 05/14/12 (9)

I find when I have something cooking over night, I dream about food... Happens when I make - barb_b - 12:24pm on 05/14/12

I find that good food smells in the morning is the best alarm clock! hmmmm, we should market that [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:23pm on 05/14/12

Cyn, what piece of meat did you start out with, where did you "cure" it and what - MarilynFL - 12:26pm on 05/14/12

Chef nephew gave me two pork bellies (about five lbs. each). I used - CynUpstateNY - 1:32pm on 05/14/12

I swear we're twins separated at birth. Here's what starts me quivering.... [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:49pm on 05/14/12

My hubby has that tool chest. Bought it a few years ago, then lined all the drawers ... - KarenNoCA - 2:29pm on 05/14/12

Wish you wouldn't talk about your husband's unit here. Kind of a "sharing violation". ;>D [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:02pm on 05/14/12

That was just too much for me at 6 AM. I'm already exhausted from laughing. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:53am on 05/16/12

Hah! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:39pm on 05/14/12

22099. Panko Salmon recipe - looks good & something else for Steve2 to do with all the Mae Ploy - Melissa Dallas - 1:24pm on 05/14/12 (6)

Oh sweet mother of . . . this looks seriously fit t'eat. Not unlike a Cuban mojo. Thanks! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:05pm on 05/14/12

Quick & easy too. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 8:59pm on 05/14/12

Just like me! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:10am on 05/15/12

Me too. At least in my younger & wilder days:) [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 8:56am on 05/15/12

I really was not fond of the vinegar or crumbs, but I think it would make an excellent grilling - Melissa Dallas - 8:58am on 05/15/12

Salmon: Copper River Salmon will start showing up this week. [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:49pm on 05/15/12

22100. Your recommendation as to how many lbs of brisket to feed 16 people - deb-in-MI - 2:23pm on 05/14/12 (4)

I'd do 20 to 25 lbs. for 16 people. It all depends, too, if you are having other meats - KarenNoCA - 3:20pm on 05/14/12

Just another opinion- I would allow 1/2 lb per person depending on how it is cooked - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:08pm on 05/14/12

Is there ANY cooking method that doesn't shrink a brisket? I've braised, boiled, roasted, baked and - Steve2 in LA - 8:15pm on 05/14/12

Thanks all! Doing about 16 lbs so that there will be left overs - deb-in-MI - 6:29am on 05/15/12

22101. No meat, no dairy, no grain, no salt dinner party... - Sandra in New York - 4:19pm on 05/14/12 (38)

Herbed whitefish with pico de gallo? Maybe a fruit salad, bean side dish of [LINK] - DawnNYS - 4:22pm on 05/14/12

Ahhhh... no legumes, either! - Sandra in New York - 5:03pm on 05/14/12

Dang I'm glad I don't live on the East or West Coast:) [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 4:48pm on 05/14/12

Why? [NT] - Sandra in New York - 5:04pm on 05/14/12

Because you never hear of all those dietary restrictions down here. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:48pm on 05/14/12

You have no vegetarians in Texas? - Sandra in New York - 7:31pm on 05/14/12

Of course, but I've certainly never heard of a laundry list like Marg's friend. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 7:51pm on 05/14/12

Oh ya? There's my friend with an even longer list. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:11pm on 05/14/12

How about REC: Artichoke Heart Spaghetti Sauce served over spaghetti squash? - Dawn_MO - 5:26pm on 05/14/12

That sounds lovely, Dawn, thanks! [NT] - Sandra in New York - 7:31pm on 05/14/12

Or: REC: Briami (I skip the cheese) - Dawn_MO - 5:28pm on 05/14/12
REC: Kima Curry - Dawn_MO - 5:32pm on 05/14/12
Served this yesterday; posted by Gay Rec: Upside Down Marinated Shrimp Bowl [LINK] - barb_b - 5:43pm on 05/14/12

Another suggestion; in Menus from Cathy, Rec: from Evelyn Mediterranean Fish [LINK] - barb_b - 6:16pm on 05/14/12
Here's a photo of it. [NT] [IMAGE] - Dawn_MO - 6:54pm on 05/14/12

Can they have seafood? Veggie stir-fry/bean over rice? Soup/Salad? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 6:06pm on 05/14/12
If it's also no alcohol, I'd just cancel. Just invited my friend with all the restrictions and she - Marg CDN2 - 7:06pm on 05/14/12

Marg, thanks... - Sandra in New York - 10:24pm on 05/14/12

I am going to have to use that one "I was just having a brain bubble. It seems to be popping now" - barb_b - 9:13am on 05/15/12
Sandra, if paleo the restrictions are your own, couldn't you offer rice or lentils to your guests? - Joe - 11:19am on 05/15/12

Of course, Joe... - Sandra in New York - 2:25pm on 05/15/12

I didn't mean to imply that you were an inconsiderate hostess. REC: Tofu and broccoli with peanuts [LINK] - Joe - 9:15pm on 05/15/12

I hope peanuts would be OK. They're technically a legume but nutritionally more like a nut. [NT] - Joe - 9:24pm on 05/15/12

Legumes, peanuts included, are out on the paleo... - Sandra in New York - 8:04pm on 05/18/12

I suggest . . . you make reservations somewhere else [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:23pm on 05/14/12
Gave this to a friend recently with a similar dilemma. It was a major hit. Leave out the salt, serve - Steve2 in LA - 8:28pm on 05/14/12

And did I mention this is so easy to make, a chimp could do it? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:35pm on 05/14/12

Just the guy for my little kitchen. He wouldn't even need to take up floor space. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:10pm on 05/14/12
For some reason, your words of Kitchen Chimp remind me of Trunk Monkey. [LINK] - barb_b - 9:27am on 05/15/12

OMG, these are so funny! haven't seen them before. hahaha [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:58pm on 05/15/12

Easy and presentable, this may be the winner, thanks Steve2! [NT] - Sandra in New York - 10:21pm on 05/14/12

Some ideas.... - Pat-NoCal - 9:45pm on 05/14/12

Just read through the posts and saw the Paleo note. Risotto would be out but the rest would be good. - Pat-NoCal - 9:56pm on 05/14/12
Fantastic, thank you Pat! Very helpful! [NT] - Sandra in New York - 10:20pm on 05/14/12

Why not embrace a "raw" menu? You have the source materials in NYC for an amazing meal. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:53am on 05/15/12
Try this: Grilled Tuscan Vegetables [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:04am on 05/15/12
Sandra, one more suggestion- how about Caponata served over spaghetti squash? [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:01pm on 05/16/12

That sounds good also, thanks Cathy! [NT] - Sandra in New York - 8:05pm on 05/18/12

22102. NFRC: Any ideas on how to deal with neighbor's invasive ivy? - MariaDNoCA - 6:31pm on 05/14/12 (8)

If you know a 'registered' farmer, he may have access to soil sterilizer. It works for years. - Marg CDN2 - 9:16pm on 05/14/12
If you and the neighbor agree, then take a sample to a trusted nursery in your area... - Michael in Phoenix - 10:47pm on 05/14/12
I should add I can't rip it out: not my fence, not my ivy... (to answer a PM) - MariaDNoCA - 5:07am on 05/15/12

So your neighbor wants to keep it? Tell them to rip out some concrete... - Michael in Phoenix - 9:42am on 05/15/12

one word - BonnieinHolland - 12:33pm on 05/15/12
Hire someone to dig out a ditch on your side of the fence. . . - mistral - 1:10pm on 05/15/12
Maria, as far as I know, the law in CA says that whatever is growing in/over your yard from the - KarenNoCA - 1:24pm on 05/15/12
Thanks everyone - now my gardener informs me it's their city tree roots as well :-b [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:46pm on 05/17/12

22103. Marilyn, have you made Pierre Herme's Ligurian Cake? Easy and very good. [NT] - Traca - 10:23pm on 05/14/12 (1)

No, but I'm picturing it with a pot of hot tea and "Random Harvest." Thanks. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:21pm on 05/15/12

22104. Made these wings, again, for dinner tonight but grilled instead of roasted. [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 11:38pm on 05/14/12 (9)

I love these wings. - Dawn_MO - 7:59am on 05/15/12
I am soo making these wings! Did you serve a sauce on the side? [NT] - barb_b - 10:04pm on 05/15/12

I didn't. The sauce has a lot of flavor to it. - Dawn_MO - 9:09am on 05/16/12

If you DO make these & want to use the sauce, be sure to boil it awhile. Salmonella. Never pretty. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:02pm on 05/16/12

Why? The sauce is bottled when you use it. Bottled oyster sauce - Dawn_MO - 1:07am on 05/17/12
Ahhh, I don't marinate mine, I add the sauce after I have cooked the wings. - Dawn_MO - 1:10am on 05/17/12

I marinate, then grill. So much flavor there's no need to use more sauce. They're even good cold at - CynUpstateNY - 7:16am on 05/17/12

Hard to find alot of chow that's NOT good, cold at midnight. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:33pm on 05/17/12
Have you ever triied this with thighs or drumsticks? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 5:25am on 05/20/12

22105. NYC Lunch at Sichuan Gourmet [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 11:12am on 05/15/12 (14)

So nice to see everyone! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:21am on 05/15/12

Wow, look at the happy smiles & that table spread! {I'm happy just finding rice noodles} [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:06pm on 05/15/12

what a good looking group! and the food too. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:04pm on 05/15/12
Man, we really stained the tablecloth, hey??! - Sandra in New York - 2:33pm on 05/15/12
How awesome to "meet" you all!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:31pm on 05/15/12
What a fun day! Did you notice that most of the table mess was by me? I loved how - barb_b - 8:51pm on 05/15/12
So good to see all of you and the food you enjoyed! [NT] - FloriSandy - 9:48pm on 05/15/12
How great! I hope I am around next time you meet. [NT] - elaine - 11:52pm on 05/15/12
Great group, great menu! (love the Dan Dan noodles!) How was the lamb? - PatBastrop - 12:19am on 05/16/12

I loved the lamb--told my mom (also a lamb lover) it was like spicy lamb popcorn. :) - ErininNY - 12:32am on 05/16/12

Didn't make it to Republic, but I did go to Legend in Chelsea... - Richard in Cincy - 9:47am on 05/16/12

I hate lamb, so I can't chime in, but... - Sandra in New York - 8:07pm on 05/18/12

What fun! Wish I could have been there. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:02pm on 05/16/12
Wow great group/menu -- thanks for sharing pixs! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:25pm on 05/17/12

22106. KFC Chicken Pot Pie--List of Ingredients... - Richard in Cincy - 11:43am on 05/15/12 (11)

Richard Chicken Pot Pie---List of Ingredients - Richard in Cincy - 11:45am on 05/15/12

Ya, but I couldn't rebuild an engine with your ingredients. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:03pm on 05/15/12

Ha! So true! ;7) [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 12:21pm on 05/15/12
Ha, good one! [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:05pm on 05/15/12

Where is the actual 'chicken' in theirs?? - Sandra in New York - 2:37pm on 05/15/12

"Fresh chicken marinated with: salt, sodium phosphate and monosodium glutamate." So well disguised. - Marg CDN2 - 4:26pm on 05/15/12

It's not even in the top 5 ingredients? [NT] - Sandra in New York - 4:44pm on 05/15/12

What the hell is "chicken pot pie flavor"? - Michael in Sarasota - 6:14pm on 05/15/12

I imagine it depends on the state of the rubber chickens delivered that week... [NT] - ErininNY - 6:15pm on 05/15/12
Possibly brought to you by the same folks who make "pasteurized-processed cheese-food product"? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:43pm on 05/15/12

Nasty. And somewhat deadly. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 9:06pm on 05/16/12

22107. Oh my gosh, check out these ice cream flavors from Jeni's in Columbus, Ohio. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:29pm on 05/15/12 (5)

Geeze, I *wanted* to gain five pounds reading through them. . . ! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 1:01pm on 05/15/12
Wow, some fun sounding flavors. Will have to check them out next time in in Columbus. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 9:41am on 05/16/12
Marilyn--did you ever make the Jeni pistachio ice cream with your surplus? :) [NT] - MoNJ - 3:00pm on 05/17/12

No...I have no room in my freezer for the Donvier cannister. This is probably a good thing. I did - MarilynFL - 3:33pm on 05/18/12

I can't look! Oh, I looked...this is why I want the book...but I'm suppose to get off sugar & diet : [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:22pm on 05/17/12

22108. This is hysterical--former NYT food critic Mimi Sheraton on an hour of Food Network shows. [NT] [LINK] - ErininNY - 8:37pm on 05/15/12 (6)

Great Read. And yes, the "put in in the mouth and moan in happieness" gets me every time as well. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 11:06pm on 05/15/12
I certainly agree with her, particularly with regard to the confrontational shows. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:51am on 05/16/12
"keep watching. As for the... - Michael in Phoenix - 10:21am on 05/16/12

My subject line got cut off. I agree with her, but evidently the ratings show people keep watching. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 10:55am on 05/16/12

In a comment someone mentioned Sandra Lee...isn't she on the Cartoon Network? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 3:10pm on 05/17/12

Comedy Central. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:34pm on 05/17/12

22109. Bobby Flay always finds a way to irk me. - desertcook - 1:32am on 05/16/12 (7)

He does have an attitude of sorts...can't put my finger on it. He is well trained but probably - KarenNoCA - 10:37am on 05/16/12

Geez, I was just starting to warm up to him. I find him off-putting but then on his "Throwdown" show - Joe - 11:39am on 05/16/12

I have trouble with that terminology as well. It is difficult to determine how people - Marg CDN2 - 11:44am on 05/16/12

The French term is "chef de cuisine" which simply means "kitchen manager." - Joe - 12:03pm on 05/16/12

tried to stop into "B-Side" - pmassell_93 - 3:10pm on 05/17/12

That definitely would be memorable behaviour. No wonder he gets these reactions. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:06pm on 05/17/12
I remember that episode! Morimoto is the king of the icy glare. ;) - ErininNY - 6:13pm on 05/17/12

22110. Boy, do I need this! - Janet in NC - 7:39am on 05/16/12 (1)

Thanks Janet! I'm going to look out for this product. (I added a hyperlink) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:57pm on 05/16/12

22111. REC: Chard and White Bean Stew topped with a poached egg and served on toast... [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 9:29am on 05/16/12 (7)

Woo Hoo! My chard is just coming in at the garden. - Joe - 10:14am on 05/16/12

An idea for the stems which I got from an old Gardening Book. Stuffed Chard Ribs Paysanne - Joe - 10:35am on 05/16/12
Wonderful Chard - Richard in Cincy - 11:03am on 05/16/12

It is beautiful. Now we have "rainbow chard" in shades of red, magenta, pink and yellow - Joe - 11:33am on 05/16/12

Joe, what does pre-boiling the chard add? Is it mainly for larger leaves to tenderize them? - Barbara in VA - 12:05pm on 05/16/12

For me it just tastes better if it is blanched first and then shocked in cold water. - Joe - 12:10pm on 05/16/12

no matter what I do, chard makes my teeth "squeak" or feel fuzzy. just can't eat it. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:54pm on 05/16/12

22112. ISO drink recommendations - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 6:03pm on 05/16/12 (59)

How about natural apple cider or apple juice? [NT] - Meryl - 6:10pm on 05/16/12
Agua Fresca: watermelon puree-ginger thinned with ice water or seltzer [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:52pm on 05/16/12

Pineapple-ginger agua fresca [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:52pm on 05/16/12

Cucumber agua fresca [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:53pm on 05/16/12

Cantelope with beet swirl agua fresca [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:54pm on 05/16/12
I'll second that one but I prefer it without the sugar. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:35pm on 05/16/12
This looks great! [NT] - Meryl - 8:35pm on 05/16/12

Thank you, Marilyn, for my eBay purchase of the week: a vintage Osterizer blender... - ErininNY - 8:40pm on 05/16/12
I love-love-love agua frescas [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:56pm on 05/17/12

Check out the Crystal Lite selections at your local grocery. Many are outstanding. [LINK] - Steve2 in LA - 6:54pm on 05/16/12

My only concern with these would be the aspartame content, which triggers migraines, for some. [NT] - ErininNY - 9:03pm on 05/16/12

Amanda, I like some of the flavored (unsweetened) sparkling waters - Melissa Dallas - 7:05pm on 05/16/12
Coconut water is really good- the kind that is not sweetened [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 7:10pm on 05/16/12

And if you can get it, water from fresh "green" coconuts is even better. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 7:21pm on 05/16/12

Ditto: Super good for you! How about fresh lime squeeze in water - simple/good/no sugar/real water [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:54pm on 05/17/12

"You put da lime inda coconut an' drink 'em alll-lll up. . . " (nt) [NT] - mistral - 12:15am on 05/19/12

Iced green/herbal teas? (Not sure if you meant you were sick of all iced teas.) [NT] - ErininNY - 9:04pm on 05/16/12
I have a Soda Stream and love straight carbonated water. I drink 3x more than I used to. [NT] - Traca - 11:43pm on 05/16/12

So you're happy with the Soda Stream? - Richard in Cincy - 10:06am on 05/17/12

I'd love to go the old-glass-seltzer-bottle route (in link). [LINK] - ErininNY - 11:20am on 05/17/12

That's exactly the one I had from Williams and Sonoma and it was... - Richard in Cincy - 1:29pm on 05/17/12

Oh, rats. I'd really like to give one of the real vintage ones a try. [LINK] - ErininNY - 2:57pm on 05/17/12

They don't mention anything about charging it... - Richard in Cincy - 3:18pm on 05/17/12

Yes, I think it would take a lot of eBay sifting to find functioning ones... [LINK] - ErininNY - 4:43pm on 05/17/12

Now that one would work! LOL [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 8:45pm on 05/17/12
I think safety goggles should be listed / pictured!!! [NT] - barb_b - 10:59am on 05/18/12

Happy? No. Thrilled! Love, love, love my Soda Stream. [NT] - Traca - 12:04am on 05/18/12

A few ideas for your Soda Stream [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 12:10am on 05/18/12
Thanks, Traca. I know what Bub is getting for Father's Day. I think he will love it. - Dawn_MO - 5:40am on 05/20/12

It gets 175 uses before you need a carbonator, and I haven't used mine up yet. I would - Traca - 9:22am on 05/20/12

do not carbonate anything other than water - cyalexa2 - 9:17am on 05/20/12

I read this recipe in an article recently - looks refreshing but I haven't tried it yet.... - elaine - 12:13am on 05/17/12

And then there's always limonana! You could cut the lemonade down, though. - ErininNY - 2:00am on 05/17/12

seltzer water with a bit of fruit juice is just wonderful and not too sweet. the lemonade/iced tea - AngAk1 - 2:34pm on 05/17/12

I agree. I like a bit of cranberry juice with club soda & lots of lime. - Melissa Dallas - 3:45pm on 05/17/12

I am making this today, this sounds wonderful. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 8:02am on 05/17/12
I am definitely going to try this one! Thanks, elaine! [NT] - PatBastrop - 2:50am on 05/18/12
I love cucumber and mint together. [NT] - Traca - 11:48pm on 05/18/12

Another vote for the sodastream.... - SallyBR - 3:46pm on 05/17/12

Sally, I'm with you. The carbonated water is what I was after. I threw out the extra flavor packs. [NT] - Traca - 1:52pm on 05/19/12

I'm sorry for the reason for this thread Amanda, but it sure was an interesting one. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:03pm on 05/17/12

I know--we seldom talk about drinks, so I'm glad for all the new recipes. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:23pm on 05/20/12

((((Amanda)))) Are you close to Trader Joe's? I like their unsweetened juices - - LisainLA - 6:11pm on 05/17/12

Hi Lisa. Our Trader Joe's is under construction! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:22pm on 05/20/12

Mixers with water: mint/lime/lemon/orange/watermelon/herbs/etc [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 11:07pm on 05/17/12

tonic and lime w/o the gin---if you like g&ts. refreshing. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:21pm on 05/18/12

GENIUS. Off to buy limes and tonic. ;) [NT] - ErininNY - 7:05pm on 05/18/12

I had heard that quinine could be good for the "hot flashes", so I stocked up on tonic and limes. - AngAk1 - 8:29pm on 05/18/12

Did it help with the hot flashes? [NT] - Meryl - 8:36pm on 05/18/12
Aw, rats, forgot I can't have quinine temporarily. Seltzer + lime + a paper umbrella it is, then... [NT] - ErininNY - 9:14pm on 05/18/12

LOVE tonic and lime, although I think tonic water has a lot of sugar in it. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:26pm on 05/20/12

they have diet tonic, but not sure how you handle artificial sweeteners. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:23pm on 05/21/12

Good ideas, too. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:25pm on 05/20/12

Iced green tea with jasmine - delicious! The Steeping Room in Austin has a blend of oolong which is - PatBastrop - 2:47am on 05/18/12
Thanks, all! So many good options here that will definitely get me through summer. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:42pm on 05/19/12
Thinking of you, Amanda, and hoping all goes well. [NT] - ErininNY - 11:58am on 05/20/12

Thanks, Erin. :) [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:26pm on 05/20/12

I sometimes use a product called TrueLemon in my water--they also make other citrus flavored packets [LINK] - wigs - 11:19am on 06/03/12
Coincidentally, just yesterday I ran across a short blurb in Reader's Digest called - wigs - 9:34am on 06/09/12

22113. Any ideas (besides ceviche) on what to do with a jar of rocoto aji peppers - Melissa Dallas - 8:23pm on 05/16/12 (1)

Add some to jam or jelly you are making? Add a couple to the crockpot while - DawnNYS - 7:23pm on 05/17/12

22114. What's for dinner tonight? We're having rainbow trout with a white wine/butter/garlic sauce with - Meryl - 8:24pm on 05/16/12 (21)

Jacques Pepin;s mustard-crusted chicken, roasted potatoes, broccoli, and maybe a peach dessert. [NT] - Joe - 9:01pm on 05/16/12
Chili's baby back ribs & loaded mashed potatoes - Melissa Dallas - 9:07pm on 05/16/12
Wow, those all sound delicious. I'm putting mine inside because it's hideously boring. ;) - ErininNY - 9:20pm on 05/16/12

I SERIOUSLY love the box Mac and cheese. dh laughs because I will make fun, fancy dinners, but I - barb_b - 7:40pm on 05/17/12

Sichuan Chicken with Broccoli, Asparagus, and Red Bell Pepper [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 10:34pm on 05/16/12
Roasted split chicken with raspberry chipotle sauce, steamed green beans and my marinated bean salad [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 11:18pm on 05/16/12

I hope your split chicken is taking less time than mine--it's 8:30 and we're starving - Joe - 11:25pm on 05/16/12

Oh Lordy it was delicious! Jacques set up a table on the deck with candles--had to keep busy! [NT] - Joe - 12:37am on 05/17/12

That mustard-crusted chicken has been on my list for so long. Gotta make it. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:37am on 05/17/12

Yes, you gotta. [NT] - Joe - 5:54pm on 05/17/12

Chicken Parm last night; stir fry broccolli and beef tonight. - barb_b - 9:53am on 05/17/12

My eyes are tired and I read "Chicken Porn" - MarilynFL - 8:54pm on 05/18/12

Reservations/Take out last night and tonight because 16 moving in with us for the weekend - deb-in-MI - 11:54am on 05/17/12

SIXTEEN?? [NT] - ErininNY - 2:57pm on 05/17/12
Deb you are a brave woman to cook for 16 all weekend! And your guests are very lucky :) [NT] - Barbara in VA - 4:22pm on 05/17/12
Not fair, not fair! I would be worn out. I hope you are getting some help with the prep work and - KarenNoCA - 7:23pm on 05/17/12
What's on the menu? 16? Lots of help. :) [NT] - Traca - 12:01am on 05/18/12
The Nicests Guest Ever - they do all clean-up; dinner menus for tonight and tomorrow! [LINK] - deb-in-MI - 7:28am on 05/18/12

That all sounds delicious. :) Glad you have helpers! [NT] - ErininNY - 11:38am on 05/18/12
my word, sounds wonderful! Michigan asparagus, yum. we would go up into MI to pick strawberries - AngAk1 - 1:28pm on 05/18/12

Subway tuna and turkey subs... it was a busy day :o) working in the garden - DawnNYS - 7:20pm on 05/17/12

22115. Richard, Larry invoked your name today.... - MarilynFL - 9:34pm on 05/16/12 (7)

*Like* [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:07pm on 05/16/12
That's so funny! Hope he has a speedy recovery and get's that Chicken Pot Pie soon! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 10:31pm on 05/16/12
That is hysterical! Big hugs to Lar, hope he is feeling better today. [NT] - barb_b - 8:02pm on 05/17/12
LOL! Nurse Mar, I sure hope your good man is up to snuff soon and demanding more goodies! [NT] - FloriSandy - 9:42pm on 05/17/12
LOL! (Just don't give him one from TJ's - got sick from one and a friend did too) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 10:49pm on 05/17/12
Oh, this is too too too funny!!!!!! Loved it! - SallyBR - 12:56pm on 05/18/12

I can't stop giggling! Thanks to all of you for your kind wishes. Doc is happy with results, we'll - MarilynFL - 3:28pm on 05/18/12

22116. This looks good: Honeydew Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 12:22am on 05/17/12 (1)

This looks really good! Love the idea of the cucumber and grape combo with the melon! - PatBastrop - 2:30am on 05/18/12

22117. ISO: nice easy dish that a child will like. I am making super sunday beef stew - elaine - 5:55am on 05/17/12 (2)

Mac and cheese, Olga's Beef a Roni, Tacos? P.S. I would like some scnitzel! [NT] - barb_b - 10:52am on 05/17/12
Any kind of sandwich cut out with a fun cookie cutter. (For really young kids, less for older.) ;) [NT] - ErininNY - 11:29am on 05/17/12

22118. I made the "Man Pleasing Chicken" that Cheezz recommended. It was wonderful. I - Elenor - 12:13pm on 05/17/12 (0)

22119. Anybody coffee in a 30-cup urn via percolating? I can't remember how much coffee to - wigs - 1:31pm on 05/17/12 (2)

Just had mine out over the weekend-- Hamilton Beach says 1 and 3/4 cups ground - MoNJ - 2:53pm on 05/17/12
Typo--the above should have read "Anybody make coffee......?" Thx 2 MoNJ (above) & charlie in PM 4 - wigs - 12:58am on 05/18/12

22120. Any thoughts on buying the ice cream maker attachment for the Kitchen Aid mixer? My son is thinking - elaine - 2:08pm on 05/17/12 (7)

As much as I covet new toys, I have a separate ice cream maker (Cuisinart) (more) - daricem - 5:42pm on 05/17/12

The recipes for Jeni's ice cream book were all tested on a home Cuisinart maker. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:26pm on 05/18/12

I rec'd a cuisinart red ice cream maker last weekend. I think the family / neighbors were tired - barb_b - 4:03pm on 05/18/12

barb, you can't go wrong with David Lebovitz SCOOPS [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 5:56pm on 05/18/12

This one is from Jeni Britton Bauer's ice cream. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 6:00pm on 05/18/12
I like this book too. We had a thread a while back on ice cream.Food and Wine had a Jeni article [LINK] - MoNJ - 8:53am on 05/19/12

I am getting one "free" as a bonus for buying a new KA mixer! I'll report on it - PatBastrop - 2:27am on 05/18/12

22121. Okay, you food scientists, a question. I'm working on a recipe for Mulberry-Hot Pepper Jelly - Steve2 in LA - 5:28pm on 05/17/12 (7)

Since the lime juice is more acidic than the cider vinegar, you would need to use less, but - LisainLA - 5:43pm on 05/17/12

Lisa, thanks alot. Looks like 2/3 cup lime juice is about the same as a cup of vinegar. But I could - Steve2 in LA - 6:38pm on 05/17/12

That would be my guess as well - 2/3 cup.. Not sure how that will affect the jell/texture of - LisainLA - 6:58pm on 05/17/12

Try the Ball Canning site - you can email them questions, they usually respond quickly [LINK] - Tess - 10:04am on 05/18/12

Great idea, Tess. I've emailed them and await a reply. Thanks. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 4:40pm on 05/18/12

Are you using mulberry juice...or whole mulberries? - MarilynFL - 3:07pm on 05/18/12

Marilyn, I've juiced the berries to make jelly. Looks like Lisa & my guesstimates are close. Thanks. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 4:31pm on 05/18/12

22122. These are very addictive - REC: Bacon Cheddar Cheese Scones [LINK] - LisainLA - 5:49pm on 05/17/12 (1)

I made a similar one, only no bacon. That woulld really be good in them. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 2:29pm on 05/23/12

22123. ISO Joe - I made the Brown Sugar Buttermilk Coffee Cake recipe you posted - very nice! [LINK] - LisainLA - 6:09pm on 05/17/12 (10)

Great! I love that recipe, especially when I have a group of teens to feed. - Joe - 6:44pm on 05/17/12

I didn't pack the sugar, based on your notes in the recipe. I like the idea of dark - LisainLA - 7:00pm on 05/17/12
Joe, could you use one 8" square pan for this, and use the streusel as a middle layer? [NT] - ErininNY - 7:15pm on 05/17/12

it rises quite a bit. I don't think it would fit. Also, the streusel might not get crisp - Joe - 12:56am on 05/18/12

Thanks, Joe. (Alas, I have only one 8" pan. Looks like I'll just halve the recipe.) [NT] - ErininNY - 11:36am on 05/18/12

what about an 8" round? make a square and a round to freeze? [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:31pm on 05/18/12

Nope, only one square. I am lacking in the pans department (all my good pans are in Prague). :( [NT] - ErininNY - 7:04pm on 05/18/12

Halving would work. Do you have a 9 x 13 Pyrex dish? That's what I use. [NT] - Joe - 3:59pm on 05/18/12

I also used a 9 x 13 Pyrex. These would work as muffins, too, don't you think? [NT] - LisainLA - 5:31pm on 05/18/12

This, I have. :) Will give it a shot! [NT] - ErininNY - 7:04pm on 05/18/12

22124. ISO Cheezz - I made your Chocolate Chip Cream Scones - yum! - LisainLA - 6:15pm on 05/17/12 (9)

Probably my favorite recipe ever...so good, huh?! [NT] - cheezz - 3:16am on 05/18/12

WE all love them - DH had 3 for lunch yesterday, and even picky DS tried them. [NT] - LisainLA - 11:10am on 05/18/12

They are excellent with orange curd and clotted cream :) [LINK] - cheezz - 1:03pm on 05/18/12
here's the link to the scones. I think I'll try them this weekend with some cinnamon chips. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 1:34pm on 05/18/12

Thanks for the link, Ang - somehow I did mine wrong. - LisainLA - 5:32pm on 05/18/12
cheezz: cream scones + cinnamon chips = total awesomeness! [LINK] - AngAk1 - 2:32pm on 05/23/12

ISO Marilyn: if Wilbur ever has the free shipping special--lets do another order. - AngAk1 - 2:42pm on 05/23/12
That's what we do...cutting in squares then triangles, to make them tea sized - cheezz - 6:22pm on 05/23/12

I added the milk to the heavy cream, so I had 1/2 and 1/2, more or less. such an easy recipe [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:34pm on 05/23/12

22125. Wow! Check this out - Jacques Pepin Cooking Videos [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:49pm on 05/17/12 (2)

Cool! Saved to my desktop. Thanks Meryl! [NT] - FloriSandy - 9:28pm on 05/17/12

You're welcome! [NT] - Meryl - 12:08am on 05/18/12

22126. The big yellow Gourmet cookbook: currently $7 on Amazon. ! [LINK] - ErininNY - 11:32am on 05/18/12 (22)

Erin, how did you find this on Amazon? I looked in the "todays deals" section but didn't see it.... - Barbara in VA - 11:56am on 05/18/12

Barbara, someone I follow on Twitter mentioned it. - ErininNY - 12:37pm on 05/18/12

Thank Erin1 A couple of weeks ago someone here posted a link to the Dorie Greenspan - Barbara in VA - 2:29pm on 05/18/12

I think we should just "follow" erin... but then that would mean I would need to learn twitter & FB - barb_b - 3:55pm on 05/18/12

You could do that. ;))) - ErininNY - 7:02pm on 05/18/12

I think that was me and/or (originally) Traca. ;) [NT] - ErininNY - 7:00pm on 05/18/12

Ordered. Thanks E. (free shipping when I added Sherlock: Season 2 DVD) [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:30pm on 05/18/12

Good combo! [NT] - ErininNY - 6:58pm on 05/18/12
Sherlock---I have tried and tried to watch and like this, but it makes my head hurt, when he does - AngAk1 - 7:27pm on 05/18/12

I have to own the DVD for the subtitles & pause function to figure out what he's analyzing. - MarilynFL - 10:12am on 05/19/12

Yes, a recorded version of Sherlock is a must... - Richard in Cincy - 9:25am on 05/21/12

Let you know how you like it . . . - magnolia in chicago - 7:50pm on 05/18/12

A lot of people compained about the hard-to-read text, so they - Meryl - 8:45pm on 05/18/12

Saw that in the comments section per the ISBN it should be the updated version - MariaDNoCA - 9:18pm on 05/19/12
So mine just arrived -- with yellow text :( the ISBN #'s don't match inside vs cover - MariaDNoCA - 4:15pm on 05/23/12

ISBN on the jacket doesn't match the one on the copyright page? Wow. Big no-no. (publishing nerd) [NT] - ErininNY - 5:04pm on 05/23/12
p.s. I wonder if this is HMH's way of offloading the old version w/ yellow text (which people hate). [NT] - ErininNY - 5:06pm on 05/23/12
I contacted Amazon and they made good on it -- new one got here today and it's the orange typeface [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:40pm on 05/26/12

Yay, Amazon! I love them!!! [NT] - Meryl - 7:45pm on 05/26/12

I really like this cookbook.. - Richard in Cincy - 9:31am on 05/21/12

Thx Erin! Got it...and Cutie Pies & Jeni's Ice Cream & Sunset One Block Diet! - MariaDNoCA - 7:08pm on 05/19/12

Score! (But how weird about the gloves!) [NT] - ErininNY - 11:11pm on 05/20/12

22127. Seattle-ites: the first Copper River Salmon landed at SeaTac this am. lucky you! [LINK] - AngAk1 - 1:19pm on 05/18/12 (4)

Ang, I will be in Juneau mid June, do you think there will be Copper River Salmon? I can't wait!!! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 2:26pm on 05/18/12

Barbara, that sounds like fun!! Cruise related trip? [NT] - barb_b - 3:53pm on 05/18/12
there will be all kinds of salmon by then. Enjoy!! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:24pm on 05/18/12

I know right you should of seen the news. [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 9:03am on 05/19/12

22128. KRC: (Kitchn-Related Chat) Every time I buy a foam soap - DawnNYS - 1:59pm on 05/18/12 (7)

Never had that happen. I don't purchase the expensive ones in Bed and Bath, etc... Just the - barb_b - 3:52pm on 05/18/12
I'd call the manufacturer. Often they'll either send coupons or a refund. :) - ErininNY - 6:59pm on 05/18/12

I am one of those people too, and proud of it. I call companies when a product - KarenNoCA - 7:27pm on 05/18/12
Me three. I am most certainly one of ***those*** people too! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 1:24pm on 05/21/12

Dawn, here's an answer on how the pump action works [LINK] - MarilynFL - 10:59am on 05/19/12

Thanks everyone. It is a cheapo brand, but still aggrevating. I put the liquid in an old bottle of - DawnNYS - 4:10pm on 05/20/12

I have an old Dawn foam dispenser I've used to death! - Glennis_NoCA - 3:39pm on 05/27/12

22129. Need help converting metric units!! - cheezz - 4:58pm on 05/18/12 (15)

This is my favorite convertion site... [LINK] - SallyBR - 5:38pm on 05/18/12

Ah - this link is far better that the one I posted. Thanks Sally! [NT] - LisainLA - 5:48pm on 05/18/12
Try this too: Converber, a favorite desktop tool. (select "Freeware") [NT] [LINK] - Steve2 in LA - 8:02pm on 05/18/12

Here is what I come up wtih - close to yours. [LINK] - LisainLA - 5:41pm on 05/18/12
Hope this helps - rhoward2va - 5:44pm on 05/18/12

Ok, now I'm really confused on the flour measurement. - cheezz - 5:42pm on 05/19/12

Cheezz, it's about 4 cups. [LINK] - ErininNY - 2:01pm on 05/20/12

See, that's what makes me crazy!!!!!!!!! - cheezz - 8:52pm on 05/20/12

Weight is more precise than vol.--that's why most Euro chefs hate U.S. measurements. ;) - ErininNY - 12:07am on 05/21/12

I understand the weight/volume thing, but why would it be different at each website? [NT] - cheezz - 9:47pm on 05/21/12

Different kinds of flour used as a standard. Sifted vs. unsifted. Etc. [NT] - ErininNY - 11:28pm on 05/21/12

Here's the one I use: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:30pm on 05/18/12
Wow! Thanks everyone! There is a link in kitchen tips but it's dead [NT] - cheezz - 8:37pm on 05/18/12
With the various helps, this is what I have come up with BUT..... - cheezz - 5:53pm on 05/19/12

in 500 gr. there are 17.6 ounces. A cup of flour usually - rhoward2va - 8:29am on 05/20/12

22130. Grilled Salmon recipes from Food & Wine [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:08pm on 05/18/12 (1)

nice! thanks, and I got lost in some of the other slideshows as well. [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:24pm on 05/18/12

22131. Biscoff Spread - I keep reading about this - Has anyone tried it or the cookies themselves? [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 7:40pm on 05/18/12 (24)

Yes! - desertculinary - 7:50pm on 05/18/12

I've never heard of a biscoff cookie - what does the spread taste like?? [NT] - cheezz - 8:36pm on 05/18/12

Here's a link to the cookies: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 8:38pm on 05/18/12

Target carries these. they are wonderful. flavor like windmill cookies, but richer. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:29pm on 05/21/12

Thanks! I'll have to check it out! What do you use it on? [NT] - Meryl - 8:37pm on 05/18/12
I've had it also. Tastes like a creamy version of the crisp cookie. I put - MarilynFL - 8:47pm on 05/18/12

How's the cookie itself? [NT] - Meryl - 8:55pm on 05/18/12

Delicious. Crisp, and perfect for dunking in coffee! [NT] - ErininNY - 9:11pm on 05/18/12

Is it very sweet or mildly sweet? I don't like overly sweet stuff. [NT] - Meryl - 9:19pm on 05/18/12

I'd say mildly sweet. Sort of cinnamon-caramel. Not as sweet as a stroopwaffel. [NT] - ErininNY - 10:51pm on 05/18/12

Okay, thanks! I'll have to try them out! [NT] - Meryl - 11:11pm on 05/18/12

Southwest Airlines gives them out instead of peanuts. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 10:08pm on 05/18/12

Oh yeah! So that's what I had on my flight cross country...can't quite envision that as a spread, [NT] - cheezz - 12:46am on 05/19/12

Marilyn, you answered my question, I think, because I was wondering if it is ... - Michael in Phoenix - 12:22pm on 05/19/12

This sounds like stuff I'm glad I've never tasted - or I'd be hooked! ('course now it will haunt me) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:57pm on 05/19/12

I bought a jar a couple of months ago, haven't used it yet, but will very soon! [NT] - SallyBR - 8:05am on 05/19/12
GET THE FOIL HELMET--DOUBLE IT--this stuff is addictive!! (traders version) [NT] - MoNJ - 8:50am on 05/19/12

Ok, was just at TJ's so of course had to buy a jar - what does everyone like to use it on? - MariaDNoCA - 9:12pm on 05/19/12

Here's a knock-off version of Biscoff from "Baked Explorations" of "Baked" fame. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 1:02pm on 05/19/12

Biscoff knock-off recipe versions... - Richard in Cincy - 9:20am on 05/21/12

Biscoffs! <swoon> Those are wickedly good and highly addictive!!! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 9:06am on 05/21/12

I think Trader Joe's makes a pretty good knockoff. It's in the cookie section over the frozen foods. [NT] - ErininNY - 11:48am on 05/21/12

Unfortunately, I am aware of this ;) ... - Richard in Cincy - 1:20pm on 05/21/12

Yes, perfect for after dinner. We used to freeze some for this, but then ate them (sans guests). ;) [NT] - ErininNY - 7:32pm on 05/21/12

22132. 15 Chefs' Roast Chicken Videos: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:37pm on 05/18/12 (1)

Thanks Meryl - I watched the videos (half of them don't work) and I think Thomas Keller's - cheezz - 5:01pm on 05/19/12

22133. Fans of the Sunset Mexican book, have you seen the Mexican mag BH&G put out? - Traca - 10:10am on 05/19/12 (16)

Thanks. I'm going to take a look. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:20pm on 05/19/12
I have an old BH&G Mexican Cookbook that I've used for years. Some good recipes... - Michael in Phoenix - 12:24pm on 05/19/12

In turn, I'll take a look at the Rick Bayless One Plate at at Time book. I have a couple - Traca - 1:49pm on 05/19/12

I also have the Sunset Mexican cookbook and really like it. Love the - Elenor - 2:19pm on 05/19/12
I just bought myself and my stepdaughter copies of the "Homesick Texan" cookbook. - Dawn_MO - 5:46am on 05/20/12

I learned how to render lard from her site. Will be curious to hear how you like her book. [NT] - Traca - 9:30am on 05/20/12

I did too! It made my pies very happy. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:43am on 05/20/12

I am reading through this book like a novel. I love it! - Dawn_MO - 4:40pm on 05/20/12

I am making her carnitas recipe right now. I am making these for the kids for tomorrow's [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 3:34pm on 05/21/12

It turned out good, but I messed up by cutting the pork into smaller pieces. - Dawn_MO - 6:52pm on 05/21/12

Did you see the pastor recipe in Cooks Illustrated this month? They have you - Traca - 4:40pm on 05/23/12

I never thought of doing that with braised meat. I bet that made great tacos. - Dawn_MO - 6:10pm on 05/23/12

Yes, the meat was amazing. They had you stop the braise early so the meat still held together -- [LINK] - Traca - 8:59am on 05/24/12

Thanks, Traca, I just ordered it. I am trying to get rid of my cookbooks - Dawn_MO - 12:12pm on 05/24/12

Sounds like a plan! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 3:44pm on 05/27/12

My T&T favorite is Adventures is Mexican Cooking by Ortho... - Glennis_NoCA - 3:42pm on 05/27/12

22134. Remember the thread about the cookbook that has Steve's Bar Mitzvah cake cake in it? I found a copy! [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 3:25pm on 05/19/12 (15)

SCORE!!! [NT] - cheezz - 3:42pm on 05/19/12
Yay. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:43pm on 05/19/12

The editor/tech writer in me wants to rewrite all the recipe instructions but, wow yumminess - MariaDNoCA - 9:15pm on 05/19/12

Likewise. ;) (Plus question for MariaD inside.) - ErininNY - 1:57pm on 05/20/12

Emailed you :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:59pm on 05/20/12

Very Cool! [NT] - barb_b - 9:18pm on 05/20/12

OK; this is my silly sense of humor to share on a sunday night. You know how when you begin typing - barb_b - 9:25pm on 05/20/12

LOL! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:34am on 05/21/12
Having been a victim myself...."Awwww" got changed to "asses" in email to church group.... [LINK] - cheezz - 10:06pm on 05/21/12

Hee hee! [NT] - ErininNY - 11:30pm on 05/21/12

Congrats! I have been searching for a reasonably priced copy of this book - Richard in Cincy - 9:04am on 05/21/12

Will do, but do a search on ebay, then do a save this search... - MariaDNoCA - 4:47pm on 05/23/12

Thanks! I've never tried that and will definitely do it. - Richard in Cincy - 10:11am on 05/24/12

Oh if you've never done this with ebay...let me say I'm sorry right now for all the trouble... - MariaDNoCA - 12:20am on 05/25/12

Maria, no apology necessary. I spend what I want and that's it. But I am having some - Richard in Cincy - 11:36pm on 05/25/12

22135. Made these today: Feta, Parmesan and Scallions Bread Rolls. Very good. [LINK] - Traca - 7:21pm on 05/19/12 (8)

Those really look good. I'd like some finely diced sun-dried tomato in them too. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:15pm on 05/19/12

Trying them again later, these are perfect for little sandwiches. A bit smaller - Traca - 9:15am on 05/20/12

Traca thanx for posting made these over the w.end. There were excellent - Lucegoosejoanie - 7:12pm on 05/21/12

So glad you enjoyed them! Need one more person to try before they can go in Tried & True. [NT] - Traca - 11:12pm on 05/21/12

I'm making them today - will report back! [NT] - cheezz - 3:52pm on 05/22/12

DEE-licious! I make 3 - you can put it in T&T now, Traca. I agree with your assessments... - cheezz - 11:18pm on 05/22/12

YAY! Glad you liked them. I couldn't taste the feta, just a depth of flavor in the dough. - Traca - 4:29pm on 05/23/12

Yes - he thought it tasted like sourdough. VERY pretty and so tender and yeasty :) [NT] - cheezz - 9:37pm on 05/23/12

22136. ISO Lana...sort of food related for a Saffie :).... - Lucegoosejoanie - 10:58pm on 05/19/12 (1)

Too funny , Joanie! And quite untranslatable. - Lana in FL - 9:48pm on 05/21/12

22137. where to eat in Charleston and Myrtle Beach - cyalexa2 - 11:50pm on 05/19/12 (5)

Don't miss the Hominy Grill. It's downtown near the Citadel Campus on Rutledge Avenue. [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:28pm on 05/20/12

Ditto on Hominy Grill for breakfast. We like Anson's for dinner [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:28pm on 05/21/12

We enjoyed Magnolia's but their other restaurant Cypress gets great reviews. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:30pm on 05/21/12

Husk was on Unique Eats (untried by me, but it sounds nice) [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:36pm on 05/21/12

thanks all! [NT] - cyalexa2 - 10:42pm on 05/24/12

22138. Question about CathyZ's Smoked Salmon Cheesecake - Traca - 12:44am on 05/20/12 (5)

Traca, I'm pretty sure it is 5 eight ounce packages [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:20am on 05/20/12
Yes, Melissa is correct. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 1:00pm on 05/20/12

Thanks, CathyZ. I remember buying 5 eight-ounce packages of cream cheese, and it filled the pan. [NT] - Marianne - 8:32pm on 05/20/12

Last time I made it, I cut the rec in half, but did not have the proper pan. It flattened out a bit - barb_b - 1:05pm on 05/20/12

Thanks everyone. I'm 2 packages short. Will make later this week. [NT] - Traca - 11:56pm on 05/20/12

22139. Help! Office potluck with only a microwave and a fridge. What do you bring? [NT] - Traca - 9:34am on 05/20/12 (11)

Rec. Le Bus Thai Turkey Salad. If I want leftovers I have to put some aside before I serve it. - Michael in Sarasota - 10:08am on 05/20/12
One of my favorite go-to REC Cathy's Zippy Bean Salad - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:23pm on 05/20/12

Cathy's post reminded me of this popular salad: Tropical Corn Salad - Dawn_MO - 5:42pm on 05/20/12

One of the most popular things that I made for the teachers - Dawn_MO - 5:32pm on 05/20/12

Dawn, I want to start teaching in your sons school! What a nice act of kindness for the teachers! - barb_b - 9:06pm on 05/20/12

Thanks, Barb. They are really appreciative and fun to cook for. - Dawn_MO - 4:01pm on 05/21/12

Curried Couscous Salad with Dried Cranberries in T&T [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:33pm on 05/20/12
Dessert!! [NT] - cheezz - 9:08pm on 05/20/12
Bonnie's buffalo dip. Make sure it can fit in the micro for reheating. You can add - barb_b - 9:11pm on 05/20/12
the Layered Middle Eastern Dip was a huge hit at my bookclub night. easy and pretty [LINK] - AngAk1 - 1:38pm on 05/21/12
Wonderful! Thank you. [NT] - Traca - 9:18am on 05/22/12

22140. My Weekend Six - DawnNYS - 4:23pm on 05/20/12 (14)

Hope you feel better, Dawn! Here's ours - MarilynFL - 5:28pm on 05/20/12

Thanks, the avocado and bacon sounds good to me now! [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:05pm on 05/22/12

Here's mine - Dawn_MO - 5:59pm on 05/20/12
Here's mine - MariaDNoCA - 8:58pm on 05/20/12
....and mine - Barbara in VA - 9:53pm on 05/20/12

Embedding the links was easy, color and underlining them took some tweaking - MariaDNoCA - 1:39am on 05/21/12

Maria, could you post this over in T&T kitchen tips? [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:27pm on 05/21/12

Done! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:12pm on 05/21/12

ignore me, only testing. . . this is very cool. Thanks, Maria. - Steve2 in LA - 5:05pm on 05/21/12

:) this will (should) work on any site that accepts HTML formatting - MariaDNoCA - 9:53pm on 05/21/12

Thank you Maria!! Very cool indeed :) [NT] - Barbara in VA - 9:19am on 05/22/12

Thank you - yes, but still feels like someone is kicking my stomach! [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:07pm on 05/22/12

and my six... - ErininNY - 11:40pm on 05/20/12
And mine belatedly.... - elaine - 12:11am on 05/21/12

22141. I made the Swan's Down Whipping Cream Pound Cake Lisa posted a little while back [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 5:14pm on 05/20/12 (2)

Mmmm. I missed that. Will definitely have to try this soon. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 1:15pm on 05/21/12
I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it, and nice to know it can be halved. - LisainLA - 11:47pm on 05/22/12

22142. Deb in MI, did you survive cooking for your 16 houseguests?? What goodies did you make for them? [NT] - Barbara in VA - 12:09pm on 05/21/12 (7)

I Did - actually it was great fun! - deb-in-MI - 3:20pm on 05/21/12

What a special weekend! ((I would have lost it with 16 guests!)) Happy belated b-day! [NT] - barb_b - 4:58pm on 05/21/12

Thanks Barb! We actually do this 3 times a year. It was nerve racking the first few times - deb-in-MI - 5:16pm on 05/21/12

wonderful! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:18pm on 05/21/12
Sounds fabulous! Where in MI are you? As a kid, I spent summers in Muskegon. Beautiful area. [NT] - Traca - 1:02am on 05/23/12

I'm 20 minutes north of Brighton and grew up in Ann Arbor [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:42am on 05/23/12

WOW Deb! Glad it all went well for you, you are definitely more brave than I!! It all sounds so - Barbara in VA - 9:17am on 05/22/12

22143. Low Carb update... [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 1:40pm on 05/21/12 (11)

thanks for the update. way to go! and I'm looking up that cookbook right now. [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:25pm on 05/21/12

just snagged a used one on Amazon for 5.00, including shipping :) [NT] - MoNJ - 5:22pm on 05/21/12

I scored with one for 4.25 and free shipping---I had more in my order. yay! [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:08pm on 05/22/12

Hardcover for $1 at Abe Books with $2.95 shipping [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:00pm on 05/22/12

shipping probably higher to Alaska, or not at all. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:02pm on 05/22/12

I thought Abe Books used book rate? Half.com does book rate (for books)--should be same for AK. [NT] - ErininNY - 7:38pm on 05/22/12

Oh, Richard, every time I read one of your posts - CynUpstateNY - 2:30pm on 05/21/12

I'm sure we'd be in trouble in no time! :) [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 11:19pm on 05/22/12

Richard, did you ever try these low carb hammy/cheesy breakfast muffins? [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 2:46pm on 05/21/12

I've been making the Phase 1 muffins from her site-they are excellent! - MoNJ - 5:10pm on 05/21/12
Those look really good... - Richard in Cincy - 8:36am on 05/22/12

22144. ISO: Marilyn re: Your agua fresca post. Going to a party this weekend and :hought the - CynUpstateNY - 2:26pm on 05/21/12 (3)

Cyn, I make watermelon when I have melon that is getting tired - Melissa Dallas - 6:26pm on 05/21/12

Thanks, Melissa! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:29pm on 05/21/12
Sorry, no help here, Cyn. I've only made/drunk it immediately. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:46am on 05/22/12

22145. Need advice on Mexican Chocolate Icebox Cake. I want to make two sponge cake layers instead of [LINK] - Meryl - 7:02pm on 05/21/12 (3)

Meryl, that recipe is very similar to the one Marilyn gave you awhile ago. [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:13pm on 05/21/12

I'm just concerned that the top layer will squish the filling, since it has no gelatin. [NT] - Meryl - 7:17pm on 05/21/12

I think I'm just going to freeze or partially freeze it before I add the top layer. [NT] - Meryl - 10:34pm on 05/21/12

22146. Imagine my surprise... [LINK] - ErininNY - 7:11pm on 05/21/12 (13)

see what you mean :( [NT] - Lucegoosejoanie - 7:15pm on 05/21/12
Maybe just me but - a recipe contest judged on nutrition first and taste SECOND! Huh? [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:23pm on 05/21/12

Eh... It makes sense to me, given the context. And TS (shudder) did say taste = "a close second." [NT] - ErininNY - 10:21pm on 05/21/12

I agree. Fried Mac 'n Cheese might win on taste. (Yum) Narrowing it down to nutritious recipes - Joe - 12:37pm on 05/22/12

I finally got my first taste of Fried Mac 'n Cheese the other day! Yowza! I wasn't ... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:58pm on 05/22/12

They were explaining to me at Cheesecake Factory how they make it - easy and SO good! [NT] - cheezz - 3:54pm on 05/22/12

How do they make it? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 4:27pm on 05/22/12

Ha! So true! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:57pm on 05/21/12
Tanya is a nice person. In my email conversations with her in the first few... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:29am on 05/22/12

Ah. I guess I just remember her posts (?) on the old Epi board, which were different. - ErininNY - 8:45am on 05/22/12

I don't know, except for what she and I discussed by email. What happened over there... - Michael in Phoenix - 1:56pm on 05/22/12

Touche... [NT] - Sandra in New York - 5:21pm on 05/24/12

Not sure their logic on limiting it to only one child chef. Could be a fun Scout or family project [NT] - barb_b - 10:37am on 05/22/12

22147. Marilyn, Thank you!!!!! for the Dyslexic sauce - Lana in FL - 10:00pm on 05/21/12 (12)

Married to a teacher for 30 years, I totally get the "end of year" madness. Glad to hear M&R - MarilynFL - 8:27am on 05/22/12

Where is the recipe for the infamou dyslexic sauce< [NT] - Julia - 10:44pm on 05/23/12

I meant infamous [NT] - Julia - 10:44pm on 05/23/12
Never mind - I edited this because of Marilyn's post below. :D [NT] - LisainLA - 11:05pm on 05/23/12

No, no. no. no! Don't use that one unless you're going to eat it immediately! It has sugar issues! - MarilynFL - 7:25am on 05/24/12

Marilyn & Meryl's Bittersweet Chocolate Sauce [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:26am on 05/24/12

THANKS! [NT] - Julia - 9:14am on 05/24/12
So...do we make version 2? [NT] - cheezz - 1:22am on 05/25/12
cheezz, you can jar any version with the karo syrup (I use different chocolate - MarilynFL - 8:02pm on 05/26/12

Ah, I see! I thought you were posting the original version and updated version together-thx! [NT] - cheezz - 10:27pm on 05/26/12

seems to me that this should be in T&T. it gets requested so often. maybe it's there. couldn't - AngAk1 - 2:11pm on 05/30/12

Well, I'm thinking that it might be a good excuse to buy that 10 lb - Lana in FL - 11:59pm on 05/23/12

22148. REC: Sue's Beetroot Salad - Lana in FL - 10:14pm on 05/21/12 (10)

I love your final sentence. Very Californian. [NT] - Joe - 6:28pm on 05/22/12

yes...very "green" :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:19pm on 05/22/12

We don't care what you grow as long as you conserve water. [NT] - Joe - 12:30am on 05/23/12

Now that is a wonderful attitude to have! Congrats! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 9:43am on 05/23/12

That's my personal California attitude,.,, - Joe - 9:59pm on 05/23/12

Well, we are a little off pots at the moment. - Lana in FL - 11:57pm on 05/23/12

I felt a little smug. Is that the same thing? [NT] - Lana in FL - 11:45pm on 05/23/12

It depends on what you're smok, er, I mean, growing. [NT] - Joe - 10:06pm on 05/24/12

Lana - what do you serve it with? [NT] - cheezz - 11:28pm on 05/22/12

It's nice with fish, or cold meat. - Lana in FL - 11:48pm on 05/23/12

22149. Old Bay brand tartar sauce. I can't buy it here, have tried for years & I don't seem to be - Marg CDN2 - 3:52pm on 05/22/12 (7)

HI Marg, Perhaps CopyKat? [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 5:21pm on 05/22/12

Here's one [NT] [LINK] - barb_b - 5:39pm on 05/22/12

Thanks Barb. That's the one I found that is not the Old Bay brand but a tartar sauce made with Old [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 6:02pm on 05/22/12

I will look in our stores, if I find it, I can send it to you. I will be heading to a few stores - barb_b - 6:41pm on 05/22/12

Oh Barb thank you so much for the offer. However, I would certainly consider myself far too - Marg CDN2 - 7:34pm on 05/22/12

Just checked and Publix has it. But only in the fresh seafood section. How many would you like? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 5:23pm on 05/23/12

You guys are too kind. McCormicks has just confirmed none in Canada & they won't send it. - Marg CDN2 - 4:30pm on 05/24/12

22150. Thai restaurant's deep fried coconut ice cream and Wonder secret - cheezz - 3:58pm on 05/22/12 (2)

Now that's clever. Did they fry in peanut oil? [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:01am on 05/23/12

She didn't say. I don't know what oil Thai restaurants normally use. [NT] - cheezz - 9:35pm on 05/23/12

22151. Meryl, could you please post your Green Chili Dip recipe or link it? Thanks! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 6:29pm on 05/22/12 (9)

Here ya go: Green Chile Cheese Spread - Meryl - 7:47pm on 05/22/12

Thanks, I am going to serve this Friday night while we play cards. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 10:17am on 05/23/12

Let me know how it turns out! [NT] - Meryl - 12:38pm on 05/23/12

do you serve it with chips or spread on mini rye or crackers? [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:13pm on 05/23/12

I serve it with chips. [NT] - Meryl - 3:00pm on 05/23/12

This was so good! I would definitely make this ahead of time to let - Dawn_MO - 3:41am on 05/26/12

Hey Dawn, I just saw your post. I'm so glad you liked it! Yeah, I always add more heat. I'm not sure - Meryl - 7:56pm on 05/26/12

Well, someone else needs to make this because it is a keeper! Any takers? - Dawn_MO - 11:29am on 05/27/12

You're very welcome, Dawn! [NT] - Meryl - 3:07pm on 05/27/12

22152. REC: Low Carb Broccoli bake - MoNJ - 7:15pm on 05/22/12 (11)

Thanks Mo... - Richard in Cincy - 9:41am on 05/23/12

Thanks for the tips! I made the flaxseed crackers, but I jumped - MoNJ - 5:17pm on 05/23/12

Costco carries the seaweed sheets as well - it's under $6 for 24 pkgs. - LisainLA - 5:52pm on 05/23/12

Good to know--thanks! [NT] - MoNJ - 12:52pm on 05/24/12

way to go Mo! [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:39pm on 05/23/12

Thanks Ang! [NT] - MoNJ - 12:51pm on 05/24/12

You can always put the crackers back in the oven to recrisp... - Richard in Cincy - 10:02am on 05/24/12

Think I'll revisit those this weekend--I'll be needing some snacks while everyone else - MoNJ - 12:56pm on 05/24/12

Mo, thanks. I hadn't heard... - Richard in Cincy - 1:28pm on 05/24/12

yum! [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:15pm on 05/23/12

I bet this would be good with cauliflower too [NT] - AngAk1 - 2:16pm on 05/23/12

22153. This may be a stupid question: I' m going to make a Crunchy Vietnamese Cabbage - CynUpstateNY - 9:12pm on 05/22/12 (12)

1-1/2 to 2 pounds, depending on type of cabbage ie. Savoy weighs less than red. Recipe? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 9:33pm on 05/22/12

Thanks, Steve. It was posted on Cook's Talk with good reviews. [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 6:32am on 05/23/12

Cyn, for what it's worth, I made a thai beef & cabbage salad, then ate leftovers 2 days later. - MarilynFL - 7:49am on 05/23/12

Wow! Recipe? [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:41pm on 05/23/12

Not a real recipe, Cyn. Years ago a friend brought his Thai girlfriend over to visit and she made us - MarilynFL - 8:13am on 05/24/12

Sounds delicious. I'll make it soon. Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:20pm on 05/24/12

I make Pat's Oriental Salad...same thing, still crunchy days later. - Traca - 4:26pm on 05/23/12
Is regular cabbage more sturdy than Savoy? I've never used Savoy. [NT] - Traca - 4:27pm on 05/23/12

I think regular IS more sturdy because Savoy is rather . . . leafy. It's really great in stir-fries - Steve2 in LA - 9:42pm on 05/23/12

Perfect! That makes sense. Thanks. [NT] - Traca - 9:02am on 05/24/12

I think of savoy to regular as penne rigate to lisse. The texture of the leaves helps to hold sauce - Marg CDN2 - 4:25pm on 05/24/12

I like the way you think! Great insight. [NT] - Traca - 4:27pm on 05/24/12

22154. NFRC (unless you count the turkey reference): Has anyone used this product? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 8:00am on 05/23/12 (5)

You would probably get better results rubbing - Richard in Cincy - 9:31am on 05/23/12

Or do as I do and use Preparation H. It tightens the skin alright, but ... - Michael in Phoenix - 3:54pm on 05/23/12

Wow...just reading the titles took my poor brain a totally different direction... [NT] - desertcook - 4:12pm on 05/23/12
Thank you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:54am on 05/24/12
MarilynFL, I got so tickled reading your new post here that I accidentally hit some key combination - wigs - 4:26pm on 05/31/12

22155. "Just a spoonful of water makes the mayonnaise go smooth, the mayonnaise go smooth...." [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:43pm on 05/23/12 (2)

I'm too lazy to whisk. I make it in the blender. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:00pm on 05/23/12
I will try this too. I make regular mayo in a processor with Julia's recipe, which includes a whole - Joe - 6:43pm on 05/24/12

22156. to prick or not to prick(pie crust) is the question. when filling the Unbaked crust then baking. [LINK] - AngAk1 - 4:07pm on 05/23/12 (4)

I don't recall ever pricking the unbaked crust when using a liquidy filling. [NT] - LisainLA - 6:00pm on 05/23/12
Hard to go wrong with a good prick. Ahem. (It's been a slow day, sorry, sorry, sorry.) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 9:44pm on 05/23/12

Hahahaha! [NT] - Meryl - 9:56pm on 05/23/12
Ha, either way...something wicked, this way comes :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:29am on 05/24/12

22157. Rec: Mimosa-Punch, brunch anyone? [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:24pm on 05/23/12 (4)

This looks very nice! [NT] - LisainLA - 5:53pm on 05/23/12
lovely! I have an extra bottle of Prosceco just wanting to be used. [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:40pm on 05/23/12
Love Mimosas, but they are so sneaky...You can down them like Kool-Aid, then OOPS! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:06pm on 05/23/12
Ohhhhh, that looks really good! - Richard in Cincy - 9:56am on 05/24/12

22158. I've checked four stores and the 3lb box of Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt is no where to be found. - Michael in Sarasota - 5:26pm on 05/23/12 (36)

All I can ever find here is Morton's Kosher. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 5:30pm on 05/23/12
I just went grocery shopping and bought the 3pounder for $1.00! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 5:31pm on 05/23/12

I'm shopping in the wrong state! :) [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:33pm on 05/23/12

Michael, I could find it at some Publix stores. It was in the kosher section, not with other salt. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:42pm on 05/23/12

And I sure miss Publix, even though I'm not cooking here yet. HEB just isn't the same. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:43pm on 05/23/12

((((Curious)))) Where are you now? [NT] - LisainLA - 7:29pm on 05/23/12

Good question! Inquiring minds want to know. What is HEB? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 8:35pm on 05/23/12

I believe Diamond's salt crystals are larger so you have to use more. - Michael in Sarasota - 8:40pm on 05/23/12

Oops, this should have been under rhoward2va's below. - Michael in Sarasota - 8:46pm on 05/23/12

San Antonio-based supermarket chain. They also own Central Market. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:41pm on 05/23/12

I'm sitting in a Residence Inn in San Antonio. We've been here 10 weeks and we're really tired of - Curious1 - 10:38am on 05/24/12

Curious, the instructions on my cooktop said NO castiron. : ( - Richard in Cincy - 10:50am on 05/24/12
Mine, too! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:16pm on 05/24/12
Unlike others, I've used cast iron skillets on my smooth electric cooktop without issue the past - Pat-NoCal - 1:49pm on 06/09/12

C that is so funny! We will be shopping at Publix in SC and I was thinking about how I would miss my - PatBastrop - 11:47pm on 05/23/12

Hi Pat, yes, it is all in what one is used to, but Publix is always in the top two or three - Curious1 - 10:29am on 05/24/12

Yes, Publix had it in the Kosher section. Not any more. At least the 2 close to me. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 8:34pm on 05/23/12

I've been using Morton's. Is Diamond better? I can get both. [NT] - rhoward2va - 7:14pm on 05/23/12

I don't know if it's better. I use it because chef nephew said that's what's - CynUpstateNY - 8:10pm on 05/23/12

I just read something in Cook's Illustrated about amounts to use: - rhoward2va - 8:16pm on 05/23/12

d=diamond=double; M=mortom=more(1.5x) [NT] - cyalexa2 - 10:56pm on 05/24/12

Every restaurant kitchen I've ever been in...Diamond is the brand of choice. [NT] - Traca - 8:37am on 05/24/12

Does it have to be that brand? I buy a lb of sea salt for a dollar or two - Lana in FL - 11:41pm on 05/23/12
Clerk told me once...to make room for gluten-free foods, other things have to go. Need shelf space. - Traca - 8:40am on 05/24/12

You're right, Traca. Even within the same chain it may be in the baking isle or in Ethnic Foods. - Michael in Sarasota - 9:44am on 05/24/12

What do you brine? I faithfully brine T-day turkey, other than that, not so much. [NT] - Traca - 4:19pm on 05/24/12

Poultry and pork. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 4:31pm on 05/24/12

And shrimp, for me, if I have an extra 1/2 hour. - Michael in Phoenix - 8:49am on 05/25/12

I forgot about shrimp. Like Michael said, 30 minutes brining, no more! - Michael in Sarasota - 9:06am on 05/26/12

I had a similar goof up with shrimp and a marinade heavy with lime juice. - Michael in Phoenix - 2:29pm on 05/26/12

Definitely pork and poultry. - Glennis_NoCA - 4:04pm on 05/27/12

Check your local restaurant wholesale suppliers - that is where I get it - Music City Missy - 10:52pm on 05/27/12

Thanks, Mel! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 8:27am on 05/28/12
Just to clarify, the 3 lb box from Publix is not iodized. I just unpacked a couple. I wonder if - Curious1 - 12:58pm on 05/28/12

Nope! I just checked on the three I bought. - Michael in Sarasota - 7:55am on 05/29/12

Michael - just looked - there is a GFS in Bradenton not too far from you. [NT] - Music City Missy - 10:55pm on 05/27/12

22159. I made a batch of this and we have been noshing on it since yesterday. REC: Mixing Sushi - Dawn_MO - 6:55pm on 05/23/12 (5)

Your son's mother?? [NT] - cheezz - 9:27pm on 05/23/12

Edited to say, my son's friend [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:32am on 05/24/12

son's friend's mother [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:33am on 05/24/12

That's really a lot of people! ;-) [NT] - SallyBR - 2:20pm on 05/24/12

lol :) [NT] - Dawn_MO - 3:12pm on 05/24/12