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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

22666. Fun blender mason jar trick at the link [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 8:37pm on 08/15/12 (12)

We just grabbed a pint size jar and put it on the - orchid - 9:57pm on 08/15/12
Remember thousands of years ago when Oster used to sell jars for this purpose? This is a perfect use - Marg CDN2 - 1:25am on 08/16/12

I had one of those "special" little jars. can't wait to try this. love the mix and drink out of - AngAk1 - 5:40pm on 08/16/12

I still have 3 or 4. I think they came with my first blender. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:02pm on 08/16/12
Not a scratch margarita. Just lime juice, triple sec (already sweet) and tequila, plus plain fruit. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:51pm on 08/16/12

I guess I like mine a tad sweeter. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:54pm on 08/16/12

ya, me too. And citrusy. The liquor is just a "okay, you can jump into the pool now too." [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:37am on 08/17/12

and no blender container to wash---yay. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:56pm on 08/16/12

I'm here to report that the mason jar/blender method makes perfect margahootie for one. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:39pm on 08/20/12

What do you do with just ONE margarita? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:20pm on 08/20/12

Ya, really. It's like ONE potato chip. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:18am on 08/21/12

I didn't say what size mason jar ;-) [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:28pm on 08/21/12

22667. Do we have an updated TJ's favorites thread? So many things on old thread are gone now... - MariaDNoCA - 2:22am on 08/16/12 (34)

Yes, please! First one opening here in a couple of months. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:26am on 08/16/12
You really know how to torture us TJ-less people, don't you? [NT] - Meryl - 2:37am on 08/16/12

Actually thought it might be a blessing to see all the things you aren't missing anymore :) - MariaDNoCA - 2:49am on 08/16/12

Okay, I feel a little better, but just a *little*. [NT] - Meryl - 3:32am on 08/16/12
The baked in Germany seeded dinner rolls...gone <sobbing> [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 1:25pm on 08/16/12

The Bavarian Triple Cream Brie with Mushroom ...gone <sob> and come to think of it... - Richard in Cincy - 1:30pm on 08/16/12

I'm still bitter over their dropping KA flour and plugra.... [NT] - cheezz - 4:31am on 08/17/12

I get peaved when they discontinue something I like. It's all sales-driven, of course... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:58am on 08/16/12
Always on my TJs list... - Richard in Cincy - 1:37pm on 08/16/12

On our list, things a bit more plebian than Richard's but . . . - Steve2 in LA - 7:45pm on 08/16/12

Steve - you can get plugra at Surfas. Occasionally a Ralphs (1 in 10) will carry it BUT - cheezz - 4:33am on 08/17/12

Thanks Cheez. I get mine at Gelson's (Surfas is a 1/2 hour away) but it was cheaper at TJ's. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 9:40am on 08/17/12

Yes, alas...TJs was cheaper by far. My Gelsons didn't have it but I'll try again - cheezz - 5:40pm on 08/17/12

I think it's something like $3.65 for 1/2 lb brick. They have salted AND unsalted. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:36pm on 08/17/12

It was about $5.50 for 1 lb. at Surfas - the red wax brick, which is all I will buy [NT] - cheezz - 4:09am on 08/18/12

A few favorites: - Traca - 4:40am on 08/17/12

What is TJ's? <NT> [NT] - Marc In Seattle - 9:49pm on 08/16/12

Trader Joe's. [NT] - ErininNY - 12:20am on 08/17/12

To name a few: flowers, cheese krispies (like Cheetos), - cheezz - 4:39am on 08/17/12

I miss the chunks of white chocolate. things I stuff into my suitcase: - AngAk1 - 5:44pm on 08/17/12

I buy my vitamins there too. And lotion. Great price, works well, not greasy. [NT] - Traca - 7:26pm on 08/17/12
I think they have the white chocolate chunk bars only at Christmas... [NT] - cheezz - 4:10am on 08/18/12

Wine, of course. My favorite inexpensive wines are Gaetano D'Aquino Pinot Grigio ($3.99) - Joe - 4:41pm on 08/17/12

I used to get the Marqu�s de C�ceres Rose there for $5.99. Refreshing and great with seafood. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:39pm on 08/17/12

Thanks, much appreciated. I hope this store is larger than the two I visited in St. Louis. [NT] - Curious1 - 2:09pm on 08/18/12

TJs tend to be in smaller locations, the largest one I've been in was about - LisainLA - 4:41pm on 08/18/12

I'm impressed that you all can actually buy things at TJ's. Here, you have to get a spot in line - ErininNY - 4:40pm on 08/18/12

LOL - here we have issues with the available parking. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:42pm on 08/18/12

I love! the Vegetable and Grain Country Salad, as well as - LisainLA - 5:03pm on 08/18/12

I was the OH SO GRATEFUL recipient of a TJ goodie box from Lisa. I still thank you for that! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:23pm on 08/18/12

[mumble...mumble...{swear word}...mumble....mumble. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:22pm on 08/18/12

They have GOT to be opening in the Orlando area! They just announced for Tampa. - Michael in Sarasota - 1:39am on 08/19/12

so that's why you moved! :-) [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:55pm on 08/20/12

Consumer Reports rated Trader Joe's California Estate olive oil excellent along with - Curious1 - 9:31pm on 08/19/12

22668. To check out: Cr�me Fra�che Galette with Heirloom Tomatoes from Fine Cooking [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 3:35am on 08/16/12 (2)

Thanks Meryl. I`m putting this one the list for the weekend. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:21am on 08/16/12

You're welcome! [NT] - Meryl - 5:46am on 08/16/12

22669. To check out: Dirty Potatoes [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 3:56am on 08/16/12 (1)

can't get much easier and they look yummy! [NT] - cheezz - 4:41am on 08/17/12

22670. How about a thread on our Favorite Tomato recipes? (I don't think it's been done yet). Here are some - Meryl - 4:37am on 08/16/12 (27)

Roasted tomatoes with garlic and gorgonzola and/or parmesan [LINK] - Meryl - 4:39am on 08/16/12

Blue Cheese Broiled Tomatoes - Meryl - 4:39am on 08/16/12

Moyn's Killer Tomatoes - MariaDNoCA - 5:01am on 08/16/12

Eight Minute Creamy Tomato Soup - MariaDNoCA - 5:04am on 08/16/12

Marcella Hazan's Tomato Sauce with Onion and Butter [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:31am on 08/16/12

I miss Moyn so:( [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:20am on 08/16/12

Me too :( [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:07pm on 08/16/12

Rec: Tomatoes Stuffed with Rice - Curious1 - 3:46pm on 08/16/12
Rec: Fire and Ice Tomatoes - Curious1 - 3:50pm on 08/16/12
Rec: Danish Tomatoes. A very old, but favorite, recipe - Curious1 - 3:52pm on 08/16/12
Rec: Creamy Fresh Tomato & Basil Pasta - Curious1 - 3:56pm on 08/16/12
Rec: Pasta with Kalamata Olives & Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce - Curious1 - 4:02pm on 08/16/12
Rec: Potato-Tomato Gratin - Curious1 - 4:10pm on 08/16/12
Rec: Broiled Cheddar Cheese Sandwich. This comes under the category of guilty pleasure. - Curious1 - 4:26pm on 08/16/12
Roasted Tomato Soup - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:29pm on 08/16/12
REC: Tomato Salad with Red Onions, Feta & Kalamata Olives - Steve2 in LA - 7:56pm on 08/16/12
My Auntie Ria's Pilaf . . . KILLER RECIPE! - magnolia in chicago - 12:09am on 08/17/12

ha, good story magnolia! [NT] - AngAk1 - 12:58am on 08/17/12
I'm not so sure that was accidental. Sounds to me like Mom had a keen sense of humor. - Steve2 in LA - 1:10am on 08/17/12

You didn't know my mother did you? How RIGHT you are!! [NT] - magnolia in chicago - 12:08am on 08/18/12

I believe it's a universal mom "thing". It's one of those percs of parenthood . . . goofing on the - Steve2 in LA - 12:23am on 08/18/12

What a hoot! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:21am on 08/17/12

From my try file, but how could this be bad: Tomato Confit - MariaDNoCA - 1:18am on 08/17/12
Bruschetta...no recipe, just chop basil, tomatoes and garlic - drizzle with oil, salt, pepper - cheezz - 4:44am on 08/17/12
Garden Marinara [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 6:03am on 08/17/12
Baked Tomatoes with Goat Cheese en papillote - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:05pm on 08/18/12

never thought to make a veggie papillote! thanks. [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:57pm on 08/20/12

22671. Made a DELICIOUS Pear Cake from Delicious magazine. REC: - Barbara in VA - 12:55pm on 08/16/12 (7)

Barb, what kind of pears did you use? How soft were they? [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:12pm on 08/16/12

Marilyn the pears that are "in" right now are Devoe pears, rather large and green with - Barbara in VA - 4:16pm on 08/16/12

Wow...that does sound good. Dressing please! [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:16pm on 08/16/12

REC: Cranberry Vinaigrette - Barbara in VA - 10:40pm on 08/16/12

Printed! [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:22pm on 08/17/12

FYI, 180 degrees C is 356 degrees F. How did it bake out? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:05pm on 08/16/12

Steve, whatever converter I used told me it was 322�F! So that's why I went with 325�F. I did - Barbara in VA - 1:10pm on 08/17/12

22672. A Week in the Life of Anthony Bourdain's Cinematographer [LINK] - ErininNY - 2:31pm on 08/16/12 (0)

22673. Shortbread sugar? Do you use regular cane sugar or confectionary (icing) sugar? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 3:36pm on 08/16/12 (15)

Mine uses regular sugar and is fantastic [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 4:12pm on 08/16/12
marilyn, I use this Ina Garten recipe. works every time. there is also a pecan variation [LINK] - AngAk1 - 5:49pm on 08/16/12

oops, this is for cookies, but maybe works for a whole shortbread. [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:50pm on 08/16/12

I have used both. But my preference is berry sugar, or fruit sugar. I do shortbread with lavender - Marg CDN2 - 6:46pm on 08/16/12

Tell me more about berry and fruit sugars, please, Marg... [NT] - ErininNY - 7:21pm on 08/16/12

Here`s an old old post in which I shared info from my dad. It may be helpful. H always used [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 8:23pm on 08/16/12

Marg...this should go in the Kitchen Tips file! [NT] - cheezz - 4:49am on 08/17/12

Agree. Very good info, Marg. Pierre Herm� recommends confectionary sugar without cornstarch - MarilynFL - 12:02pm on 08/17/12

How interesting about your father, Marg! Thanks for the tips. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 1:58pm on 08/17/12

Thanks all. Since the retail version already includes cornstarch, I think I'll go with regular cane. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:16pm on 08/16/12
Marilyn, once you try the GF version, would you post it, please? - Anna_X - 7:30pm on 08/16/12

I'll give you an honest opinion, how's that. I haven't had much luck with GF, but this seems pretty - MarilynFL - 12:34am on 08/17/12

Got a mini food processor? Grnd your sugar & zest together. More intense. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:34am on 08/17/12

Excellent idea! Thanks M. Anna, I'll be trying them this weekend and will let you know soon. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:48am on 08/17/12

Dorie Greenspan likes to mix the lemon with the sugar too. here's her madeline recipe. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 6:03pm on 08/17/12

22674. Anyone interested in food videos? Check THESE out: [NT] [LINK] - Steve2 in LA - 9:56pm on 08/16/12 (24)

Really great stories! Very inspiring. I have never had a fish taco, it was neat to hear - barb_b - 2:42pm on 08/18/12

NEVER HAD A FISH TACO!!!!?? Girl, you don't know what you've missed. Get one. Get one NOW! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:38pm on 08/18/12

~nods head in agreement ~ [NT] - LisainLA - 9:47pm on 08/18/12

I did a lil research the 2 mexican restaurants around here (Both are over 25 minutes away), do not - barb_b - 10:09pm on 08/18/12

Yes, that was the first thing I thought. ;) Haste thee back to Manhattan! We have fish tacos! [NT] - ErininNY - 2:00pm on 08/19/12

Actually, I wouldn't mind checking out the Essex St. Market; Brooklyn Taco is there. [LINK] - ErininNY - 2:03pm on 08/19/12

NY Mag cites Calexico, Choncho's Tacos, and Pampano Taqueria for good fish tacos. [LINK] - ErininNY - 2:08pm on 08/19/12

Erin, I am so up for a fish taco run! This will be a new experience for me. I hope they do not - barb_b - 4:29am on 08/26/12

No, let's hope not! [NT] - ErininNY - 9:21pm on 08/27/12

Oh, yeah! Steve and Lisa, you need to come on down to Long Beach and try one of these [LINK] - Joe - 10:12pm on 08/18/12

Barb, I admit it would be a long drive but so worth it! [NT] - Joe - 10:18pm on 08/18/12
Joe, I spent 4 years at SDSU and used to get my Baja fish tacos . . . in Baja. ("jah-jah!") [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:11am on 08/19/12

Fine, but all the same I bet you'll like these better - Joe - 1:40am on 08/19/12

DELIVER your peach jam? What am I . . . anyway? One of these days, Alice. One of these days! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:57pm on 08/19/12

Okay fine, a taco and an horchata. Boy you drive a hard bargain! [NT] - Joe - 9:33pm on 08/19/12

What flavor horchata? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:08am on 08/20/12

The cheapest one. [NT] - Joe - 11:56pm on 08/20/12

Why am I not surprised? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 4:49am on 08/21/12

Warning: There are a LOT of bad fish tacos out there. My first was on the beach near SD, but I've - MarilynFL - 11:16pm on 08/18/12

This looks like a reasonable recipe. I would add chopped cilantro, onion, and tomato [LINK] - Joe - 11:23pm on 08/18/12
LOVE fish tacos! My only trip to San Diego...I had a fish taco from hell. Darn near inedible. [NT] - Traca - 2:24am on 08/19/12

I spent 4 years in San Diego. Don't let one bad taco put you off. Have at least 5 more. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:57pm on 08/19/12

This thread is making me hungry for Adauto's on the Beach in Bucerias, Mexico - Carianna in WA - 5:34pm on 08/21/12
My favorite Fish Taco - Marc In Seattle - 6:16pm on 08/22/12

22675. Traca!! How much salt did you use for the Zuni Cafe chicken?? I saw 1 tsp. per lb. posted here... - cheezz - 4:08am on 08/17/12 (5)

The above post is ASAP PLEASE.....anyone who has made this!!! [NT] - cheezz - 4:08am on 08/17/12

Thanks Traca...got your FB message...whew! [NT] - cheezz - 5:00am on 08/17/12

Yep, you're right. I used 1 tsp Kosher salt/pound. It worked great! [NT] - Traca - 5:06am on 08/17/12

Checked my book. The original recipe in the book says 3/4 tsp. sea salt. I sub 1 tsp. Kosher. [NT] - Traca - 7:22pm on 08/17/12

YU-UM!!!! If this isn't in T&T, it should be - so, so moist, tender and flavorful! - cheezz - 3:11am on 08/19/12

22676. Ang, I couldn't help but think of you when I saw REC: Smoked Salmon, Vegetable and Ricotta Quiche [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 9:54am on 08/17/12 (3)

Keep the quiche. I want you to think of me when you see Gisele Bundchen. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:32pm on 08/17/12

doesn't she have a baby bump?? [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:07pm on 08/17/12

thanks! I have everything to make this, even the arugula. [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 6:06pm on 08/17/12

22677. Brownies? - AndreainDC - 10:40am on 08/17/12 (25)

Hi missy...so nice to see you! I've traveled your path and still haven't nailed it down. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:46am on 08/17/12

Sadly, NOT T&T: Ghirardelli's brownies [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:58am on 08/17/12

Another Non-T&T: John Scharffenberger's Favorite Brownies [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:00pm on 08/17/12

Hi, Andrea- I, too, have given up (except for my fudge topped brownies) and - CynUpstateNY - 2:59pm on 08/17/12

The fudge topped brownies are so good! I've made them many times, Cyn - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:58pm on 08/17/12

My go to "plain" brownie is Nick Malgieri's Supernatural Brownies [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:05pm on 08/17/12
The "Baked" Brownies are fantastic - they're my absolute favorite: [LINK] - Meryl - 5:13pm on 08/17/12

Also posted with great photos at: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:14pm on 08/17/12

See Andrea...aren't you sorry you asked now. Say goodbye to those skinny jeans. [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:31pm on 08/17/12
REC: Chewy Brownies..Ci also preferred Ghirardelli brownies in their testing of boxed mixes, they - charlie - 5:56pm on 08/17/12
You guys are awesome! Thanks from me, if not my thighs... The testing will begin next week. - AndreainDC - 10:32pm on 08/17/12

I wouldn't want you to shoulder the brunt of all that tasting on yourself so, I hereby volunteer to - Steve2 in LA - 10:45pm on 08/17/12

Always ever so kind and helpful...just what I would expect from an Angeleno :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:13am on 08/18/12

We expect a full review of the ones you try! [NT] - Meryl - 10:57pm on 08/17/12

I have a soft spot for the Ghirardelli box, too. ;) Here's Ina Garten's recipe for the collection. - ErininNY - 1:57am on 08/18/12
I also use Ghirardelli boxed on occasion - prepare them with coffee in place of the water, mmmm! - LisainLA - 2:31am on 08/18/12

Coffee with chocolate is always a good idea! I always use instant or brewed espresso. [NT] - Meryl - 3:10am on 08/18/12

Yes! I like the instant espresso for this. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:43pm on 08/18/12

Coffee instead of water, of course, and swirl in about 1/2 cup peanut butter [NT] - cheezz - 4:14am on 08/18/12

Oh no - I didn't think of peanut butter...mmm. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:43pm on 08/18/12

Nuke the pb for a few seconds to soften, the drop spoonful all over and swirl w/ chopstick or knife [NT] - cheezz - 8:21pm on 08/18/12

stop it cheezz, just stop! too much for me to take in this Monday morning. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:01pm on 08/20/12

I'm really good at tempting...and enabling...it's a gift [NT] - cheezz - 9:17pm on 08/20/12

My very very favorite brownie recipe - Almond Macaroon Brownies [LINK] - cheezz - 9:20pm on 08/20/12
Rec: Fudge Bars - rhoward2va - 11:00pm on 08/27/12

22678. Forgive the sheer naivity [read: stupidity] of this question, but will my home-made lard - MarilynFL - 4:54pm on 08/17/12 (19)

I've had experience making lard then using it for fried chicken - CathyZ from Kauai - 5:04pm on 08/17/12

Good to know. Thank you, C! [NT] - MarilynFL - 5:36pm on 08/17/12

Is there a big difference in the flavours of homemade and store-bought lards? I've never made it - Marg CDN2 - 5:36pm on 08/17/12

Grocery store lard is hydrogenated and tastes like stale vegetable shortening to me. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:32pm on 08/17/12

According to this Washington Post article, store bought lard is bleached and deodorized [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 7:19pm on 08/17/12

Thank you. Glad I asked. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:11pm on 08/17/12

I use it to fry potatoes. They are divinely crisp & no porky taste. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 6:31pm on 08/17/12
Is "porky" a bad thing? I know it was a bad movie. I've never fried chicken in lard but I have - Joe - 6:41pm on 08/17/12
No. It really doesn't smell like pork. I use it for tamale dough & you can't taste the pork, just - Traca - 7:17pm on 08/17/12
I render pork lard for tamales as well. On a recent episode of Diners, Drive-ins and Dives... - Michael in Phoenix - 8:10pm on 08/17/12
As I did with Andrea (above) let me offer to help you taste test. It's just too great a burden to - Steve2 in LA - 10:55pm on 08/17/12

Twist my arm & I'll volunteer too. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:57pm on 08/17/12

Me too, and don't skimp on the breading! [NT] - Joe - 11:10pm on 08/17/12

How do you guys render your lard? Stovetop for me, but I've recently seen an oven method. [NT] - Traca - 11:40pm on 08/17/12

I just buy mine at the small carniceria around the corner. lots of times it is so fresh it is still - Melissa Dallas - 12:25am on 08/18/12

Lucky you! Nothing like that around here. DYI is as good as it gets. [NT] - Traca - 4:05am on 08/18/12

Stovetop: Homesick Texan's recipe. Fat from the best butcher around. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:20pm on 08/18/12

That's the method I use too! For once, I'm grateful for those step by step photos.... [NT] - Traca - 2:27am on 08/19/12

Thank you everyone! I'll use it soon (already went through a pound of bacon) [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:30am on 08/19/12

22679. Does anyone know where to buy candy packaging, inexpensively? >> - GayleMO - 5:41pm on 08/17/12 (19)

Hi Gayle! Wow...first magnolia, then mark, then andrea, now you. So nice to see ya. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:02pm on 08/17/12

Sorry...to your question, I buy all of my candy stuff at a candy/wedding store. - MarilynFL - 6:03pm on 08/17/12

Maybe we can pull a breadpan? Find a good source, then buy/split the cost? [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:45pm on 08/17/12
Thanks, (((((Marilyn))))), it's great to be here! - GayleMO - 6:47pm on 08/17/12

Gayle, several of our members here are dieting either lo carb or calorie counting so there have been - AngAk1 - 6:04pm on 08/20/12

Thanks, ((((Ang)))) Missed you! [NT] - GayleMO - 10:22pm on 08/21/12

Thanks Marilyn and all . . . - magnolia in chicago - 12:19am on 08/18/12

I've used these folks before. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 6:45pm on 08/17/12

I've also used Nashville Wraps. They're my first choice. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 7:04pm on 08/17/12

I like them too! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:18pm on 08/17/12

This place looks inexpensive [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 6:46pm on 08/17/12
Here's a site to check out: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 12:58am on 08/18/12

Here's the homepage: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:00am on 08/18/12

Thanks everyone! :) [NT] - GayleMO - 2:44am on 08/18/12
Don't know how they compare price-wise, but these folks are great >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 4:17am on 08/18/12

For plain one-piece boxes (no windows) you probably can't beat Uline - 22 cents each [LINK] - cheezz - 4:27am on 08/18/12

Yeah, I like Uline - I order their boxes for my home business. [NT] - Meryl - 4:58am on 08/18/12
Uline is great! I've ordered from them before but I don't need 500 boxes! hehe - GayleMO - 1:24am on 08/19/12

PS Got 124 at .17! :) [NT] - GayleMO - 1:24am on 08/19/12

22680. Terrific brunch/breakfast dish for a crowd: Salvadorean Breakfast Cake [LINK] - Traca - 2:08am on 08/18/12 (20)

While I have not tried this recipe - these cakes are delicious! A co-worker's - LisainLA - 2:30am on 08/18/12

Can you tell me more? Does she serve them plain, with sesame seeds on top? Warm or cold? [NT] - Traca - 3:51am on 08/18/12

He always serves them to us at room temperature, and I've had both with and without seeds. - LisainLA - 4:26am on 08/18/12

Wow, these sound great!! [NT] - MoNJ - 12:55pm on 08/18/12

Just took them out of the oven--they are fabulous! Thanks for posting! - MoNJ - 2:45pm on 08/18/12

Mine were a little greasy on the bottom warm, but chilled, they set up like cheesecake. [NT] - Traca - 10:32pm on 08/18/12

Same here--chilled, they were pretty solidified-still good,but I liked the warm version better :) [NT] - MoNJ - 5:01pm on 08/20/12

Yes, they do look great! I made a very low-carb - DawnNYS - 8:11pm on 08/18/12

P.S. Can you make them using wheat AP flour instead? Any changes to the rest of the recipe? [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:14pm on 08/18/12

Wheat flour would make them too dense - not sure you could compensate and get a good result. [NT] - LisainLA - 9:46pm on 08/18/12
Dawn, if you don't have the rice flour, try ground almonds. I have another similar recipe using just - Traca - 10:28pm on 08/18/12

Thanks Lisa and Traca [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:31pm on 08/19/12

Did you skip the sugar? [NT] - Traca - 10:27pm on 08/18/12

Sorry, above was for Dawn. [NT] - Traca - 10:27pm on 08/18/12

Who? What? What was for me? ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:31pm on 08/19/12

Referring to the savory version w vegetables. [NT] - Traca - 6:27pm on 08/19/12

Can you link me to that post of yours? I'm totally lost, but that might be from a lack of carbs ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:15pm on 08/20/12

I read this as...you made a similar version of that dish with vegetables. I could be wrong but [LINK] - Traca - 12:02am on 08/21/12

Oh... lol. Yes Lisa and Traca, I was just adding to the discussion by saying what I had made - DawnNYS - 5:44pm on 08/22/12

It sounds to me like Dawn made something like a frittata, separate from the quesadilla. [NT] - LisainLA - 2:40pm on 08/21/12

22681. Saturday Six (aka "what are you coooking tonight?") ;o) - DawnNYS - 8:28pm on 08/18/12 (34)

I am making a pork loin on the Set It And Forget It aka - Dawn_MO - 9:47pm on 08/18/12

Good for you!! Good luck! [NT] - MoNJ - 5:18pm on 08/20/12

Zuni Cafe roasted chicken, green beans [low-carbing it....darn it] so no potatoes [NT] - cheezz - 11:17pm on 08/18/12
Dinner for lunch...and five other disjointed thoughts. - ErininNY - 2:50pm on 08/19/12

Erin, my house loves paper too, it multiplies here, not sure how and that dust... - MariaDNoCA - 4:53pm on 08/19/12

Glad to know we're not the only ones! ;) - ErininNY - 5:16pm on 08/19/12

You're definitely not alone Erin. I have to laugh when I remember how computers were supposed to [LINK] - Curious1 - 9:22pm on 08/19/12

Fascinating about the African dust! Mine is boring old Hell's Kitchen exhaust fumes, I think. :( [NT] - ErininNY - 11:34pm on 08/19/12

I am so with you re: the piles!!! Completely relate. If you find a solution, let me know! : ) [NT] - barb_b - 6:24pm on 08/19/12

I wish the solution were to dump them in the Hudson. It'd work for both of us! [NT] - ErininNY - 11:35pm on 08/19/12

Last night we had cheese fondue and dipped veggies as well as bread to make it [LINK] - Curious1 - 9:18pm on 08/19/12
Last night was peppercorn-crusted Angus filet mignon with spiced, roasted potatoes. Green salad to - Meryl - 12:36am on 08/20/12
Sunday/Weekend Six - MariaDNoCA - 5:04am on 08/20/12

Now THAT is one busy day! And you ended it the best way - orchid - 1:41pm on 08/20/12

Isn't The Newsroom a great show? Aaron Sorkin's writing = swoon! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:18am on 08/21/12

It sure is and next week is the end of the season. I think I'm already - orchid - 12:52pm on 08/21/12

Oh no! Why are tv seasons so short now? Withdrawls indeed! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:56am on 08/22/12

If you're interested, I can 'splain but basically, it's all about profits. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:30am on 08/22/12

:( those people and their profit margins...just when I get into a show - poof! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:08pm on 08/28/12

Thank you Maria, that was a fun read. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:33pm on 08/20/12

very fun post Maria! my weekend six - AngAk1 - 6:41pm on 08/20/12

Every line of this just kept getting better and better. My compliments to the chef! [NT] - ErininNY - 7:49pm on 08/20/12

Whole Foods has vanilla beans in their bulk spice section. [NT] - Traca - 7:23pm on 08/20/12

See I shudda looked there - I cudda been a contender! (I'll go back today) Thank you - MariaDNoCA - 8:17pm on 08/20/12
Cheaper at World Market maybe? In package - not jar. $3.99 for 2 beans if I remember right [NT] - cheezz - 9:24pm on 08/20/12

Wherever you buy, make sure they still look moist and oily. Who knows - Traca - 11:00pm on 08/20/12

They don't sit at World Market! They can barely keep them in stock-grab em if you see em! [NT] - cheezz - 3:29pm on 08/21/12

Tomorrow: I'll be World Market King of the World!!!! (aka I'll go there) - MariaDNoCA - 2:59am on 08/22/12

I remember a Cost Plus close to Fisherman's Wharf (I think) in San Francisco. Wondrous place. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:31pm on 08/22/12

Yes! loved just roaming around in there. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:07pm on 08/22/12

Yep, big SF one was a must do every Xmas, but we had our local one too, course it's WM now :( [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:46pm on 08/24/12

My sympathies; I've been in #6 for weeks. [NT] - ErininNY - 8:31pm on 08/20/12
This is brilliant. Painful to read, but brilliant. Hope Monday was better. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:46am on 08/21/12
Monday was #6, part II and right now that pizza is in the oven. Diet starts again tomorrow! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:35am on 08/22/12

22682. I just took the SafeServ test and found this interesting and a little scary. Botulism in [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 10:21pm on 08/18/12 (2)

You never know...I got food poisoning from a pineapple upside down cake once at a luau - cheezz - 11:15pm on 08/18/12
I read about baked potatoes and botulism years ago. . . - mistral - 10:08pm on 08/21/12

22683. Sorry Steve...you finally got un-pinned from the top posting [NT] - cheezz - 11:13pm on 08/18/12 (1)

Don't gloat, cheezz. It's just not seemly. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 12:31am on 08/19/12

22684. Meryl: Made your Strawberry Coffee Cake with a combo of fresh picked [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 11:47pm on 08/18/12 (1)

Cyn, glad you liked it! [NT] - Meryl - 12:35am on 08/19/12

22685. I can't post any photos on Finer Kitchen's Photobucket website anymore. Anyone - FloriSandy - 12:15am on 08/19/12 (14)

Hi Sandy! Nice to see you. I've just uploaded a photo of Stonehenge. - MarilynFL - 12:42am on 08/19/12

Nice to see you too Mar! Stonehenge... love it! Was there at crack of dawn - FloriSandy - 2:21am on 08/20/12

Apparently, my personal Photobucket account is acting the same way (not able - FloriSandy - 2:56am on 08/20/12

Try reloading Java and then shutting down to clear your cache so it doesn't try to pick up - MarilynFL - 3:58pm on 08/20/12

Thanks Mar. I'll try doing that [NT] - FloriSandy - 9:53pm on 08/20/12
It worked like a charm. Thanks Mar and please have a slice of pork below! [NT] - FloriSandy - 11:52pm on 08/21/12

here's my kitty in the garden. I was able to upload today. PC [NT] [IMAGE] - AngAk1 - 6:59pm on 08/20/12

Wow! Screen Saver! [no one would believe this is Alaska] [NT] - MarilynFL - 8:14pm on 08/20/12

I had this shot of AngAK's garden as my desktop background for years. - MariaDNoCA - 8:58pm on 08/20/12

Yup, me too. Gorgeous garden Angie. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 3:38am on 08/21/12

Yeah, isn't ir all covered in ice and snow? And igloos and polar bears? :) [NT] - cheezz - 9:28pm on 08/20/12

and darkness all.the.time and "where are the Northern Lights" -summer sky=not dark enough [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:32pm on 08/20/12

it's a phone shot, so not very clear, but kitty was enjoying happy hour. [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:31pm on 08/20/12

that purple blooming plant in the background happens to be Catmint, a Canadian variety. [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:33pm on 08/20/12

22686. Crispy Brunch idea: Hash Brown Cups Filled w Mascarpone and Caviar or Crab, or More [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 3:16am on 08/19/12 (6)

Ha! Make that...Crispy Hash Brown Cups [NT] - Traca - 3:30am on 08/19/12
Terrific idea for hors d'oeuvres with any filling. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 7:15pm on 08/19/12
I am going to make some of these and freeze them for breakfasts now - Dawn_MO - 10:42pm on 08/19/12

Dawn, I love that idea. Question. If you freeze them, will you bake them off - Traca - 3:03am on 08/20/12

I think I will freeze them in their raw state. - Dawn_MO - 8:18pm on 08/20/12

Thanks! I look forward to hearing your results. [NT] - Traca - 10:01pm on 08/20/12

22687. Julia's Champagne Sangria - Traca - 3:33am on 08/19/12 (1)

this sounds lovely! thanks. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:26pm on 08/20/12

22688. Roasted Mushrooms stuffed with Spinach, Feta and Bacon: Made these for a get together last night [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 3:22pm on 08/19/12 (2)

Sounds delicious. I've never met a stuffed mushroom I didn't like. [NT] - Joe - 4:04pm on 08/19/12
Many thanks for this recipe. These sound great! [NT] - wigs - 2:27pm on 08/20/12

22689. ISO Dill help... - DawnNYS - 3:41pm on 08/19/12 (9)

Hi Dawn, yes it is that short. It goes to seed very quickly. In the garden, if you want a constant - Joe - 3:45pm on 08/19/12

Oh :o( Thanks [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:10pm on 08/20/12

Did you see thousands of butterflies? Monarch caterpillars devoured my dill plants. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 3:46pm on 08/19/12

mine too, also all the sage. [NT] - Janet in NC - 4:05pm on 08/19/12

I thought they only ate milkweed? [NT] - Joe - 4:19pm on 08/19/12

Caterpillars eat dill, parsley, and fennel. We plant it just for them. - Michael in Sarasota - 6:46pm on 08/19/12

They didn't touch my sage. Do you know what kind of caterpillars they are, Janet? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:47pm on 08/19/12

Those big, ugly black and yellow ones ate it last year, I don't know which ones mowed it down - Janet in NC - 7:02pm on 08/19/12
Zebra Swallowtail caterpillars LOVE parsley, dill... - Glennis_NoCA - 3:51pm on 09/02/12

22690. NFRC: Request for book blurb/review. :) (AKA: free book.) [LINK] - ErininNY - 6:23pm on 08/19/12 (4)

I would preview it except that I don't appear on the list of registered users - Anna_X - 10:05pm on 08/19/12

Anna, thanks; you can email me--it's slatterye at gmail dot com. [NT] - ErininNY - 11:31pm on 08/19/12

I'd be happy to do it! - PatBastrop - 11:06pm on 08/19/12

Thanks, Pat! [NT] - ErininNY - 11:31pm on 08/19/12

22691. And the winner of The Sunset Edible Garden Cookbook is.... [LINK] - Meryl - 8:01pm on 08/19/12 (2)

Applause, applause! :) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:31pm on 08/20/12

{{{{happy dance happy dance happy dance}}}} [NT] - cheezz - 9:30pm on 08/20/12

22692. Rant: This is the last straw. We fenced in all of our greens in the garden so the rabbits wouldn't - CynUpstateNY - 8:13pm on 08/19/12 (13)

Perhaps in the spirit of detente, you should leave them croutons & a little Green Goddess dressing? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 9:01pm on 08/19/12
I had the same frustration last year. Not only did they eat them, but on more than one occasion - barb_b - 11:46am on 08/20/12

Chipmunks are my bane in the summer. I don't put out vegetables, but the little buggers dine on - wigs - 2:24pm on 08/20/12

How frustrating. I just found this item online--sounds too good to be true, but [LINK] - Joe - 3:38pm on 08/20/12

About a yr ago I ordered & use Good Life's "Dog Silencer Pro" and that thing has worked great - wigs - 4:20pm on 08/20/12
Tried it- doesn't work. [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 4:20pm on 08/20/12

Dog silencer or repeller? :) was looking good to me to repel winter attic mice [NT] - MoNJ - 4:56pm on 08/20/12

Repeller [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 10:27pm on 08/21/12

Sorry, I wish I had more to offer you. (And thank you for saving me $60) Do any of the men in your [LINK] - Joe - 11:15pm on 08/20/12

Mine does...I'll rent him out :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:27pm on 08/21/12
DH sits on the enclosed back porch and sticks the gun out - CynUpstateNY - 10:26pm on 08/21/12

Is it illegal to shoot squirrels in NY State?! [NT] - Joe - 1:43am on 08/22/12

Yup, in 5 years I have managed to eat TWO...T W O... peaches from my tree - cheezz - 9:34pm on 08/20/12

22693. Last night was our annual Margarita and Sangria Party... might need to change it to pinterest party - Carianna in WA - 8:19pm on 08/19/12 (9)

What a fun menu. Not hard to imagine people being excited about that event. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:57pm on 08/19/12
'Smores buffet! *Swoon!* [NT] - ErininNY - 11:32pm on 08/19/12

What a great idea, and a great conversation starter. [NT] - Joe - 3:46pm on 08/20/12

I certainly hope--as a good hostess--you provided a nice bowl of ashes for the marshmallows? - MarilynFL - 6:24pm on 08/20/12

Fun cocktail party menu!! Sounds like a great time! [NT] - MoNJ - 5:23pm on 08/20/12
Very clever idea! We make smores frequently, but nothing that elaborate. I will definitely use - barb_b - 6:51pm on 08/20/12

S'mores Menu - Carianna in WA - 10:24pm on 08/20/12

Thanks Carianna! I will definitely be doing this. [NT] - barb_b - 11:29am on 08/21/12

this would be great to post into T&T Menus! [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:20pm on 08/20/12

22694. Zuni Cafe Chicken, is this the recipe? Deb in MI posted a long time ago? [NT] [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 1:40pm on 08/20/12 (9)

It's been changed. The original recipe calls for rosemary and the salt is different. The book [LINK] - Traca - 5:18pm on 08/20/12

A couple of interesting bits that are new to me: herbing the chicken so far in advance - Marg CDN2 - 7:54pm on 08/20/12

I think of it as dry brine. I've heard that when Zuni gets their chicken orders, they automatically - Traca - 9:53pm on 08/20/12

Oops! I meant chicken shipment. [NT] - Traca - 10:00pm on 08/20/12
I have to try this and will wait til I splurge on a reeeeeeelly good chicken. I have always used a - Marg CDN2 - 12:16am on 08/21/12

Thanks Traca, I am hoping to make this this coming weekend with a fresh chicken from the farm! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 12:15pm on 08/21/12

Perfect! As I understand it, freshly killed meat benefits from "hang time" and that salted - Traca - 3:07pm on 08/21/12
Perfect! As I understand it, freshly killed meat benefits from "hang time" and that salted - Traca - 3:32pm on 08/21/12

I made curry chicken from the leftovers - this was such a good recipe I can't wait to make it again! [NT] - cheezz - 3:27pm on 08/21/12

22695. This spring I had the wonderful chance to meet a couple with a farm in rural MD. They raise [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 4:10pm on 08/20/12 (10)

I have a pot-luck bookclub night in September that this would be perfect for---probably no heirlooms - AngAk1 - 7:17pm on 08/20/12
Barbara, you have just such fun travel experiences both done as well as planned! I love hearing your - barb_b - 12:35am on 08/21/12

Oh barb thanks. Meeting this couple was just a very lucky accident thru a mutual friend... - Barbara in VA - 12:23pm on 08/21/12

Here's my tart! [LINK] [IMAGE] - Barbara in VA - 1:19pm on 08/21/12

Beautiful, Barbara. And I know it tastes as great as it looks! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 2:03pm on 08/21/12

My goodness...that's beautiful, Barb. So glad it tasted as good. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:49pm on 08/21/12

Barb, it's beautiful. Just do the same thing you did except put the - orchid - 4:51pm on 08/21/12

Orchid, that was too easy! Shouldn't it be more difficult? LOL!! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 6:27pm on 08/21/12

I know! Why do we always try to make things so hard? [NT] - orchid - 6:44pm on 08/21/12

Ooh, lovely! Looks delicious! [NT] - ErininNY - 4:53pm on 08/21/12

22696. To try: Sweet Potato Biscuit Bars with Pineapple Glaze - sounds yummy!! [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 4:26pm on 08/20/12 (0)

22697. Bulgur wheat...have never made it but I had a fabulous bulgar quinoa lettuce salad - cheezz - 4:40pm on 08/20/12 (8)

You can just buy wheat berries & process in food processed to desired size. - Melissa Dallas - 8:25pm on 08/20/12

Thanks Melissa - I didn't realize it's the same thing as bulgur! [NT] - cheezz - 9:11pm on 08/20/12

I don't think it's quite the same thing. Bulgur is precooked and cracked wheat is raw. See link. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 2:54pm on 08/21/12

I remembered where I saw this information. It's the July Aug CI and has the numbers Charlie - Curious1 - 4:09pm on 08/21/12

Great--the last time I purchased #2 for taboule salad--with the advise of a store employee. [NT] - charlie - 7:46pm on 08/21/12
Thanks! It helps to know there are choices :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:41pm on 08/21/12

I keep seeing tabbouleh recipes for bulgur but in the salad I had the grain was much bigger - cheezz - 3:25pm on 08/21/12

There are a few different sizes of bulgur depending on what you intend to - charlie - 3:31pm on 08/21/12

22698. the Porthole - kewl infuser [LINK] [IMAGE] - pmassell_93 - 5:31pm on 08/20/12 (12)

Spam? [NT] - Janet in NC - 12:11am on 08/21/12

No! It's from Paul, our webmaster! [NT] - Meryl - 12:18am on 08/21/12

That is SO beautiful! [NT] - Lana in FL - 12:49am on 08/21/12
I just thought it was great... - pmassell_93 - 4:18am on 08/21/12

An interesting centrepiece...no kidding. THis is just brilliant in so many aspects. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:55am on 08/21/12

Ooohhh . . . I want one of these! [NT] - magnolia in chicago - 9:55am on 08/21/12
This is very cool, I want one too! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 12:12pm on 08/21/12
I want one too! but how... [NT] - PatBastrop - 10:39pm on 08/21/12

This was an investment concept...and they've made enough now to produce it. Guess we'll - MarilynFL - 2:50pm on 08/22/12

Geez, that thingy is such a show-off! ;-) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:54am on 08/22/12
I've decided this is my birthday present, you now get a pair of cordial glasses and a cap - Heather_in_SF - 9:41pm on 09/03/12

I am JEALOUS Please - pmassell_93 - 4:39pm on 09/04/12

22699. Anna-X, the GF lemon shortbread is a mixed blessing. Very tasty, very lemony, but as flat as I was - MarilynFL - 6:14pm on 08/20/12 (3)

Lol Lol Lol [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:24pm on 08/20/12
I can't find the recipe? [NT] - cheezz - 9:45pm on 08/20/12

cheezz, I'm not posting it yet...still working out some kinks. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:56pm on 08/20/12

22700. REC Apricot Crockpot Chicken - it's what's for dinner tonight! - DawnNYS - 9:08pm on 08/20/12 (1)

sounds dee-lish. [NT] - AngAk1 - 9:25pm on 08/20/12

22701. Adventures in weighing sugar. How much does a cup of sugar really weigh? - Traca - 9:57pm on 08/20/12 (23)

Traca, I figured out long ago that different brands of cups and spoons will give a different result. - Curious1 - 11:57pm on 08/20/12
Mine weigh in at 207 and 204. No idea what brand. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:03am on 08/21/12

P.S. cane sugar, there may be a variant depending upon the kind. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:06am on 08/21/12

I got totally different results: - Meryl - 12:12am on 08/21/12

Do you always use extra fine sugar? [NT] - Traca - 12:19am on 08/21/12

Yes. [NT] - Meryl - 12:21am on 08/21/12

Aha, like the different brands of kosher salt, depending upon the coarseness. . [NT] - Curious1 - 12:28am on 08/21/12
Extra fine is better for baking, etc. More info>>> [LINK] - Meryl - 12:30am on 08/21/12

Where do you buy extra fine? It took forever to find caster sugar--$5 for one pound. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:45pm on 08/21/12

You can make your own in the food processor. [NT] - charlie - 3:28pm on 08/21/12
Not easy to find - I buy Dixie Crystals brand at my supermarket. [NT] - Meryl - 5:41pm on 08/21/12
I get mine at the grocery store. It comes in a carton labeled "Baker's Sugar". [NT] [LINK] - Steve2 in LA - 10:49pm on 08/21/12

same here, same carton. [NT] - AngAk1 - 11:31pm on 08/21/12
That's the ultra fine - it's even finer than the extra fine. [NT] - Meryl - 1:01am on 08/22/12

Fine with me, then. Not super, ultra, mega or mondo fine. Simply fine. And so . . I go. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 1:31am on 08/22/12

Once again, screwed by FL. They grow the cane here, pollute the aquafilter, process it here...yet - MarilynFL - 2:36pm on 08/22/12

Marilyn, Amazon sells at least 2 brands of the extra fine. [NT] - Meryl - 7:13pm on 08/22/12
Maybe that's because you were bad? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 9:01pm on 08/22/12
Bar sugar----maybe check your liquor store? [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:26pm on 08/22/12

Yep...did that. It used to be carried in the grocery store in the fru-fru liquor accessory section - MarilynFL - 6:58pm on 08/24/12

Cooks Illustrated did an article with recommendations on measuring spoons - cheezz - 10:38pm on 08/21/12

My plastic dry 1 C measure is 8 oz and weighs 8 oz, exactly. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:43pm on 08/21/12

I just emailed Dixie Pure Cane sugar and they say 1 lb = 2.25 C - MarilynFL - 1:44pm on 08/21/12

22702. RIP Phyllis Diller: "My cooking is so bad my kids thought Thanksgiving was to commemorate [LINK] - Joe - 12:55am on 08/21/12 (9)

RIP - pmassell_93 - 4:22am on 08/21/12

I remember my mother was mortified when we as small children would laugh and laugh [LINK] - Joe - 4:26am on 08/21/12

She was a hoot! I remember she got her start at San Francisco's Purple Onion - MariaDNoCA - 8:25am on 08/21/12

Along with the Smothers Brothers, Maya Angelou, and Peter, Paul and Mary - Joe - 5:29pm on 08/21/12

Yes it's still there! Morphed a bit for a while but back doing comedy/food now. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:43am on 08/22/12

Spoke too soon. News just said they are closing - someone bought the bldg and are kicking them out. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:20am on 08/30/12

And who can forget her "centerfold"? - Michael in Phoenix - 6:38pm on 08/21/12

Now I'll NEVER get that picture out of my mind's eye. Aughhhhh! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:50pm on 08/21/12
Indeed! [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 2:45am on 08/22/12

22703. Jalapeno in jams question? Last summer I made some jalapeno jelly, I think - Barbara in VA - 12:28pm on 08/21/12 (14)

Not sure about jam, but in general, the more you cook peppers the "hotter" - Joe - 5:21pm on 08/21/12

My experience with jalapeno chiles in particular: Ya can't trust them. . . - mistral - 9:42pm on 08/21/12

Really hot ones SMELL hot when you cut in to them [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:00pm on 08/21/12

And I LOVE that smell! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 10:15pm on 08/21/12

Like mistral & Joe said, the key to controlling the heat is removing the seeds AND the veins. Of - Steve2 in LA - 10:52pm on 08/21/12

I think they must be growing special wimpy Anglo jalape�os these days [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:29am on 08/22/12

Sad to say you're right on and they were developed at Texas A&M. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 6:05pm on 08/22/12

That's why CB now grows her own in the garden. Them is some HOT puppies! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:43pm on 08/22/12

I get really aggravated when I might as well have bought bell peppers. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:36pm on 08/22/12

And it seems to me the more pointed the tip, the hotter the pepper. [NT] - Curious1 - 6:07pm on 08/22/12

Wow, some great jalapeno info! Thanks all. I will look for the right jalapenos at the - Barbara in VA - 12:53pm on 08/22/12

Barbara, I think they multiply in the pantry... [NT] - DawnNYS - 6:09pm on 08/22/12

Keep the door open. I'll bet you'll put an end to that behaviour. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:28pm on 08/22/12

LOL [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:09pm on 08/22/12

22704. Another vote for the Coconut Lime Pulled Chicken Tacos - they were wonderful! Thanks!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:33pm on 08/21/12 (0)

22705. Refreshing summer salad or side: Green Beans with Coriander and Garlic [LINK] - Traca - 6:23pm on 08/21/12 (2)

This looks good! I'm going to try with costco's frozen petite whole green beans. Thanks! [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:17pm on 08/21/12
These go great with some Mexican food. I am always looking for some - Dawn_MO - 10:22pm on 08/21/12

22706. Damn, I'm impressed. This tutorial walks you through smoothing out buttercream icing. It looks like [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:45pm on 08/21/12 (6)

Here's the icing: Crusting Buttercream Icing [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:46pm on 08/21/12

You know what I love most about this post?? - Carianna in WA - 8:48pm on 08/21/12

Oh my!! I laughed out loud at the office with this one! - magnolia in chicago - 11:35pm on 08/21/12

Harder than it looks - and not as smooth...I've tried it [NT] - cheezz - 10:33pm on 08/21/12

Shhhh. Don't listen, Marilyn. You can do it! [NT] - Carianna in WA - 10:40pm on 08/21/12

Oh! the pressure to screw up! - MarilynFL - 2:34pm on 08/22/12

22707. Anyone have a good recipe for Sugar Free Fudge? - GayleMO - 10:24pm on 08/21/12 (2)

No help here on SF, but did I ever tell you I finally figured out what I was doing wrong with your - MarilynFL - 4:51pm on 08/23/12
Completely untried but this one got 5 out of 5 stars >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 11:14pm on 08/23/12

22708. I am freaking out here. Suddenly, it looks like I will be cooking on - Dawn_MO - 10:56pm on 08/21/12 (18)

I have some ideas . . . - magnolia in chicago - 11:29pm on 08/21/12
Dawn, take a look at the "Carry Out Cuisine Recipes from America's finest Gourmet Food shops" by - barb_b - 12:41am on 08/22/12

I have that book, but haven't used it yet. Have you made anything out of it? [NT] - Traca - 12:49am on 08/22/12

Yes, although not recently. (I just rediscovered it, as I was cleaning some shelves) - barb_b - 1:07am on 08/22/12

Great! Thanks. I bought it last year when I was cooking at a deli-style lunch spot. - Traca - 2:53am on 08/22/12

How about Scotch eggs- wrapping the sausage around half a hard boiled egg instead of a whole one and - CathyZ from Kauai - 2:20am on 08/22/12

stuffed pita halves might be fun. scones, savory and sweet [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:14pm on 08/22/12

Finger-sized quiches or savories, made in mini-tart pan. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:57pm on 08/22/12
Empanadas,spring rolls, Sylvia's cheddar/filled thumbprints, corn cups w/black bean dip...Good luck! [NT] - MoNJ - 2:36pm on 08/22/12
Maybe too involved for this weekend, but do you have (or have access to) a panini press? [LINK] - ErininNY - 4:09pm on 08/22/12
You might want to think about the Salvadorian Breakfast Cake that [LINK] - orchid - 4:59pm on 08/22/12
Wraps? Kabobs? Taco salad in a bag? - DawnNYS - 8:27pm on 08/22/12

Or ideas from your own post a while ago? See link. [NT] [LINK] - DawnNYS - 8:30pm on 08/22/12
I love the taco in a bag thing. You could even do parchment cones to dress it up a bit [NT] - cheezz - 8:34pm on 08/22/12

the bag would kinda be like recycling, which is kinda like buying antiques. like the recycle idea - AngAk1 - 10:39pm on 08/22/12

Classic tea sandwiches for lunch with some frilly toothpicks. I like Magnolia's idea [LINK] - FloriSandy - 2:23am on 08/23/12
Dawn, how did it go?? :) [NT] - ErininNY - 9:21pm on 08/27/12

It went great, but the next day, I felt like I had been hit by a bus. - Dawn_MO - 3:11pm on 09/03/12

22709. Janet in NC, I made the Raspberry Chocolate Almond spread. Whoa. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 11:40pm on 08/21/12 (2)

You're a hoot, Marilyn. This is not my thing, I only passed it on to the rest of you addicts :) [NT] - Janet in NC - 12:38am on 08/22/12
HA!! Too funny Marilyn :) [NT] - cheezz - 8:32pm on 08/22/12

22710. Rec: Thyme-Crusted Pork Tenderloin. Tender, juicy, and SO delicious! [LINK] - FloriSandy - 11:40pm on 08/21/12 (4)

Strange, the last photo won't work. Let's try here - FloriSandy - 11:48pm on 08/21/12

That looks wonderful! Tx for posting the rec [NT] - barb_b - 12:25am on 08/22/12

Thanks barb. I'm thinking that herbs de provence and a little lemon zest - FloriSandy - 12:34am on 08/23/12

Oh man. It's times like this that being a carnivore makes me happy. Lovely job, San. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:46pm on 08/23/12

22711. Has anyone who has made the Salvadorean Breakfast Cake [LINK] - orchid - 11:56pm on 08/21/12 (6)

I think they'd freeze okay. FYI, I made half the recipe and yielded 6. [NT] - Traca - 12:41am on 08/22/12

Well, that makes a difference. Thanks Traca. [NT] - orchid - 1:37am on 08/22/12

I think they'd be ok too, I used the silicone baking cups, inserted - MoNJ - 1:52pm on 08/22/12
Just finished making these and they are really good. Very interesting - orchid - 5:08pm on 08/22/12

That makes three! I debated where to put it, but it's in T&T now, under the breakfast thread. [NT] - Traca - 6:00pm on 08/22/12

Yep, I agree. Breakfast it should be. Thanks again the recipe Traca. [NT] - orchid - 6:22pm on 08/22/12

22712. ISO Advise: Does this sound crazy? Making a wedding cake + cupcakes in SC for a wedding in NY? - MariaDNoCA - 5:39am on 08/22/12 (8)

Yes. I feel for her, but this is just too much stress. There must be a zillion wonderful bakeries in - Joe - 5:43am on 08/22/12

Agree with Joe. Order the cake; enjoy precious time with family instead. [NT] - Traca - 8:05am on 08/22/12
I spent the day before my wedding frosting & decorating my own wedding cake - Melissa Dallas - 10:04am on 08/22/12

Oh, that sounds awful, Melissa! 'Hope you enjoyed the next day! [NT] - DawnNYS - 5:46pm on 08/22/12

If she's set on it, freezing un-iced layers, cupcakes & frosting is doable. Small-tiered - MarilynFL - 1:20pm on 08/22/12

good advice Mar---sounds like she is doing it as a heart gift. freezing the cakes and keeping it - AngAk1 - 7:22pm on 08/22/12

If she has the fillings and frostings ready to go, she can fill and frost it there and use fresh - cheezz - 8:21pm on 08/22/12
Thanks all, passed on your advise -- she's still gonna do it. Film at 11 [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:21am on 09/01/12

22713. Source for harissa? Marilyn(FL) or anyone? - AndreainDC - 10:16am on 08/22/12 (15)

Andrea, this is the only harissa I've ever had, so I'm not sure how it competes with the real stuff - MarilynFL - 12:41pm on 08/22/12

thanks for sharing your Paris memory---I watched Rick Steve's program last night on Spain and he - AngAk1 - 7:25pm on 08/22/12

Paula Wolfert was beside herself when this guy started importing harissa again. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 3:07pm on 08/22/12

Thanks for this link Traca. I hope to be in Seattle next month & I've put this on my list. - Marg CDN2 - 6:25pm on 08/22/12

If you'll be in town, I bought my harissa at Spanish Table. As for cumin, I'd give - Traca - 5:00am on 08/23/12

Thanks. Unfortunately, they list their cumin source as India. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:05pm on 08/23/12

Funny, I was at a book reading with Paula Wolfert and the subject of cumin came up there too. - Traca - 12:12am on 08/24/12

Well, I'm not crazy then! I used to buy it in France where it was sourced out of Turkey. - Marg CDN2 - 4:01pm on 08/24/12

well honey...you could still be crazy. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:15pm on 08/24/12

I have a jar of that brand in the pantry still unopened. I bought it at HomeGoods and paid - Curious1 - 6:26pm on 08/22/12

It was perfect in this top sirloin recipe. good stuff. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 2:26pm on 08/23/12

Whole Foods carries it. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:26pm on 08/23/12
I was feeding my current egg obsession and found this rec that uses harissa. REC: Shakshouka [LINK] - Carianna in WA - 5:55pm on 08/25/12

yum! [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:41pm on 08/27/12

I keep hearing about about Harissa and finally decided to buy it...I love exotic ingredients - KarenNoCA - 8:13pm on 08/20/15

22714. This looks amazing REC: Blackened Shrimp on Kale and Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Andouille Cream [LINK] - Carianna in WA - 3:30pm on 08/22/12 (1)

I have everything but the sausage. I think fate is calling me. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:42am on 08/24/12

22715. A little off topic....Bourbon question - Marc In Seattle - 6:20pm on 08/22/12 (29)

Here are their retailers. I see a Portland store, but not Seattle - Melissa Dallas - 6:53pm on 08/22/12

Thanks, Melissa. - Marc In Seattle - 8:52pm on 08/22/12

Marc, I just found lots of this 4 sale at the link below. I assume the higher the $, the better the [LINK] - wigs - 8:13pm on 08/22/12

THANK YOU!!! - Marc In Seattle - 8:51pm on 08/22/12

Marc, I was just in Lexington over the weekend and had my hand on a bottle... - Richard in Cincy - 8:24pm on 08/22/12

JEALOUS! - Marc In Seattle - 8:52pm on 08/22/12

Sorry, I just remember it was much more expensive and that's why I put it down. LOL [LINK] - Richard in Cincy - 2:10pm on 08/23/12

Damn, son. That stuff is 'spensive! Hardly seems worth it for a couple of bourbons and coke. [LINK] - Steve2 in LA - 8:52pm on 08/22/12

Thanks - Marc In Seattle - 8:54pm on 08/22/12

Actually, I'm more of a tequila guy and I have the missing brain-cells to prove it. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:55pm on 08/22/12

I'm a bourbon girl but think my budget will still require MAker's Mark or Wellers [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:31pm on 08/22/12

Trust me.... - Marc In Seattle - 9:49pm on 08/22/12

Once many years ago when I was married my ex decided that WE were - Melissa Dallas - 11:05pm on 08/22/12

Ok, from what I read they have a Spring/Fall release and post when/where on FB [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 9:56pm on 08/22/12

The above led me to this link...WhiskeyFest? Hic...dang, who knew! [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 10:02pm on 08/22/12
You rock, Maria. - Marc In Seattle - 10:20pm on 08/22/12

if anyone wants a caskers invite code let me know - pmassell_93 - 10:27pm on 08/22/12

YES, PLEASE!!!! <NT> [NT] - Marc In Seattle - 10:49pm on 08/22/12

OK sent Marc, I had your email address handy - pmassell_93 - 11:34pm on 08/22/12

Thanks much! <nt> [NT] - Marc In Seattle - 12:53am on 08/23/12

Oh me too please! (ur w/c Marc - apparently one needs a secret spy decoder ring for this stuff!) [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 7:12am on 08/23/12

Me three! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:10pm on 08/23/12

Melissa, invite sent - let me know if you don't receive it [NT] - pmassell_93 - 2:41am on 08/24/12

Maria, invite sent - let me know if you don't receive it [NT] - pmassell_93 - 2:40am on 08/24/12

Got it! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:22pm on 08/24/12

Oh please oh please oh please, --waving hand wildly like an obnoxious 6th grade know it all... [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 2:16pm on 08/23/12

Richard, invite sent - let me know if you don't receive it - pmassell_93 - 2:41am on 08/24/12

I didn't see anything, I tried to PM but it looks like it didn't go... - Richard in Cincy - 8:12pm on 08/24/12

the invites are sent via the Caskers system so it goes - pmassell_93 - 11:15pm on 08/24/12

22716. has anyone else been watching Create TV and the Essential Pepin episodes? last night was epi. 109 - AngAk1 - 7:57pm on 08/22/12 (4)

I watch Create TV all the time but missed that episode. Create TV is my favorite channel - FloriSandy - 1:16am on 08/23/12
I love when they cook together. Did you ever hear the story about how Jaques played a trick on.. - charlie - 8:26pm on 08/23/12

LOL [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:55pm on 08/23/12
chuckle [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:02pm on 08/23/12

22717. remember these blueberry bars? I made them with peach filling---so good! [LINK] - AngAk1 - 8:13pm on 08/22/12 (7)

Yes, I loved them a few years ago when the b.berries were so exceptional. That harvest just has not - Marg CDN2 - 8:29pm on 08/22/12

the smell is so wonderful. lemon and peach together. very nice. this made a 9X9 square - AngAk1 - 10:33pm on 08/22/12

Ang, my peach jam didn't thicken enough. Would it work for this? [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:35pm on 08/23/12

I think so. I would sure try it. it bakes long enough to set . it might be best to eat on the - AngAk1 - 5:24pm on 08/23/12

Could you add some tapioca to it? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:01pm on 08/23/12

I'd try a little cornstarch.(nt) [NT] - mistral - 10:00pm on 08/23/12

Made them yesterday w peaches. Thanks for the suggestion. This is such a good base for fresh fruit. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 9:11pm on 08/26/12

22718. NFRC 'Thought I'd heard everything. I just came from the Post Office - DawnNYS - 8:18pm on 08/22/12 (2)

What?! Next thing you know, they'll be charging you to walk into the building! [NT] - cheezz - 7:55am on 08/23/12
Pitiful. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:33pm on 08/23/12

22719. Are there just some foods you can't eat together? I had lunch at a friend's the other - DawnNYS - 8:22pm on 08/22/12 (58)

Shiso and.... - Marc In Seattle - 8:55pm on 08/22/12

Cooked avocado with ANYTHING. (Except tequila. That goes with everything.) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:58pm on 08/22/12

I agree 100%! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 10:50pm on 08/22/12
Me too on cooked avo, but what's Shiso? (Don't worry I'm sure I'll hate it.) [NT] - Joe - 1:30am on 08/23/12

Shiso is the now common name for the Asian culinary herb, seed (spice), or entire annual plant of - Steve2 in LA - 2:40am on 08/23/12

It's nasty... - Marc In Seattle - 4:22am on 08/23/12

Milk with anything. yuk. DH likes oranges and peanut butter, the thought of it makes me gag. [NT] - PatBastrop - 4:47am on 08/23/12
It's been showing up on "favorite ingredients of local chefs" lists 'round here. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 6:50am on 08/23/12

Here it has been showing up on - Marc In Seattle - 11:32am on 08/23/12

but, how do you really feel about it?? [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:26pm on 08/23/12

Never heard of cooked avocado. What would you do with it? Cooked banana's I "get", cooked - barb_b - 6:43pm on 08/23/12

There are sweet and savory soups, cakes, breads, additions to hot foods. Eeew, eeew, eeew. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 9:17pm on 08/23/12

That just seems so wrong to me. They taste so great raw. Why mess with perfection! [NT] - barb_b - 1:08am on 08/24/12

'cause that's what people do? Not approving, just saying but let's face it, if you have a tree or - Steve2 in LA - 1:29am on 08/24/12

You aLmost never see fresh figs here & if you do they are extremely expensive [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:07am on 08/24/12

What--no Pepsi and Milk?. . . - mistral - 9:29pm on 08/22/12

NO COKE FLOATS??? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:34pm on 08/22/12

chocolate and fruit. no thanks. I can stand a choc covered strawberry though, at Disneyland [NT] - AngAk1 - 10:34pm on 08/22/12

Ditto for the most part. [NT] - Meryl - 10:45pm on 08/22/12
Lots of things I like better without chocolate [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:09pm on 08/22/12
chocolate and lemon [NT] - AngAk1 - 8:54pm on 08/23/12

I *love* chocolate and lemon - Marc In Seattle - 9:01pm on 08/23/12

I'm always delighted when I stumble on a lemon center in a box of chocolates [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:05am on 08/24/12

Ethel M make a scrumptious lemon filled dark chocolate... - deb-in-MI - 9:21am on 08/24/12

boy, just reading these gives me the heebie jeebies. just can't do it. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:08pm on 08/24/12

I can't stand raw tomatoes on the side with tuna salad.The tomatoes make the tuna taste fishy. [NT] - Meryl - 10:44pm on 08/22/12

Interesting, Tuna stuffed tomatoes taste weird to me. [NT] - Curious1 - 3:09am on 08/23/12

Ugh - I wouldn't even go near those! The strange thing is that my husband can eat tomatoes with tuna - Meryl - 6:22am on 08/23/12

I don't like garlic in mashed potatoes. I'm a purist. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:27pm on 08/22/12

I am a purist when it comes to home-made mashed potatoes. . . - mistral - 9:57pm on 08/23/12

I can't stand garlic boiled with the potatoes, love roasted garlic mixed in. [NT] - Curious1 - 1:51am on 08/24/12

Love galic every other way but I think rosted smells vile [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:03am on 08/24/12

Julia's braised garlic with cream, pureed with mashed potatoes, should suit you all. [NT] [LINK] - Joe - 2:37am on 08/24/12

Garlic and mashed potatoes.....heaven! [NT] - orchid - 2:49am on 08/24/12

my late husband couldn't stand the smell of roasting garlic either. I had to do it when he was out - AngAk1 - 6:09pm on 08/24/12

Ditto curious. That's my take too. My MIL ruined every batch of mashed potatoes she ever - MarilynFL - 2:41pm on 08/24/12

Cilantro and anything else. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:38am on 08/23/12

Lots don't, but they have a hard time avoiding it in Texas:) [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:08am on 08/23/12

I know. It was a problem in New Mexico for me. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:48am on 08/23/12

Did you know that if you mix cola and milk and add - SusanKentfieldCa - 12:57am on 08/23/12
Beer and gum. Does that count? [NT] - FloriSandy - 1:10am on 08/23/12
I hate cheese and fruit together. [NT] - Meryl - 1:30am on 08/23/12

I also hate sweet stuff with cheese, such as honey. [NT] - Meryl - 2:10am on 08/23/12

Toothpaste and orange juice. Otherwise I can't think of any conventional pairing I can't stand - Joe - 1:34am on 08/23/12
Smoked fish in cream sauce. Separately, okay. Together, ugh. [NT] - ErininNY - 3:22am on 08/23/12
The smell of cat food and breakfast. (is it my imagination or is cat food much stinkier these days?) [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:19am on 08/23/12

hahaha! our one dog has special food made from sweet potatoes and it stinks to high heaven. why?? [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:28pm on 08/23/12

Those darn dogs and cats seem to like the smelly stuff!(nt) [NT] - mistral - 9:59pm on 08/23/12

well....they are known for licking their own bottoms. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:31pm on 08/23/12

Because they can. [NT] - Joe - 2:38am on 08/24/12

Dat's a good thing, when you are a dog. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:12pm on 08/25/12

So many foods with milk. Tomatoes, oranges, potato chips, fish. Hey, I don't drink milk anymore. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:22am on 08/23/12
cola and a dessert. Ick. - Richard in Cincy - 5:16pm on 08/23/12

This I can understand but if I was really thirsty with my cheesecake.....???? [NT] - Joe - 2:38am on 08/24/12

OK, all you wimps, except for the cat food, it ALL sounds good to me :) [NT] - cheezz - 10:59pm on 08/23/12

Me too. Bring it on! With an extra glass of milk and a Pepsi on the side. - Joe - 1:52am on 08/24/12

--and don't call me Shirley! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 5:30pm on 08/24/12
Nope, nuthin wrong with us...gotta toughen up people! [NT] - cheezz - 6:12pm on 08/24/12

22720. Question about an egg - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:08am on 08/23/12 (19)

I think I'd pitch it. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:11am on 08/23/12

Yeah, it occurs to me that if I have to ask the question, I know the answer! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:16am on 08/23/12

Amanda, how are you doing? think of you often. my stepdaughter is just starting down this road. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:11am on 08/23/12

Well, this week was a bit rough, emotionally. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:25am on 08/23/12

Amanda, chemo is NOT the recommended way to lost those unwanted pounds. I'm just sayin'. - Steve2 in LA - 6:54am on 08/23/12

Yeah, I know. It's not been through being so sick I can't eat, though. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:24pm on 08/23/12
Nope, have not needed to try it! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:44pm on 08/23/12

PM sent. thanks [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:08pm on 08/23/12
Amanda, I'm sorry to hear you had a rough week. - Joe - 2:28am on 08/24/12
Amanda, sweety, you are NOT super woman. Be gentle with - orchid - 2:46am on 08/24/12
Thoughts are with you.... [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:32am on 08/24/12
Hang in there, Amanda! 14 weeks--you can do it! We're rooting for you! [NT] - ErininNY - 3:29am on 08/25/12
(((((Amanda)))) [NT] - LisainLA - 4:10am on 08/25/12

At the price of an egg, the peace of mind would be worth it. - Joe - 1:36am on 08/23/12

We pitched it. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:18am on 08/23/12

Thowing it out is a little paranoid. . .I would have put it back in the fridge. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 9:01pm on 08/23/12

You know, just because you're paranoid DOESN'T mean it's not out to get you. I hear. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 9:20pm on 08/23/12
Perhaps. But I'm going through chemo so have no immune system at the moment. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:20pm on 08/23/12

Amanda, sorry I did not know that. . . in your case. . . - mistral - 9:55pm on 08/23/12

22721. Another vote for the coconut, pulled chicken lime tacos - Marc In Seattle - 11:36am on 08/23/12 (3)

I was going to try some Thai chili paste & other Asian flavors next time too. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:09pm on 08/23/12
After all the raves, I can't wait to make this. - AndreainDC - 2:02pm on 08/23/12

Andrea, I was thinking the exact same thing!! [NT] - barb_b - 6:38pm on 08/23/12

22722. Does anyone who buys chocolate at ALDI know if the German dark chocolate - Melissa Dallas - 2:30pm on 08/23/12 (7)

Any more info? Name of company, amount of fat (more fat/less sugar > higher percentage) [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:39pm on 08/23/12

Schogetten 65% dark chocolate [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 3:37pm on 08/23/12
You did the percentage...you did the percentage...na-na-na-na-na. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:39pm on 08/23/12
Okay...I'm back to being an adult. You're at the HIGH end of semi and the LOW end of bittersweet. [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:43pm on 08/23/12

Ghirardelli 60% is bittersweet - they don't give a percentage for their semisweet. The problem is - Meryl - 9:52pm on 08/23/12

The beautiful thing about European chocolate, it lists the percentage on each package. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 5:14pm on 08/23/12

Oh man, I forgot about the percent sign! Anyway, as I tried to say, there are no real standards - - Meryl - 9:58pm on 08/23/12

22723. REC: Slow roasted Pork Shoulder with Peach Sauce. Try this yesterday with great success... - charlie - 8:28pm on 08/23/12 (4)

This sounds amazing. Can't wait to give it a whirl! Thanks. <NT> [NT] - Marc In Seattle - 9:02pm on 08/23/12
Me too!! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:34am on 08/24/12
Good to see you Charlie! I have added this to my "Need to try in the next TWO WEEKS" file! [NT] - barb_b - 10:41pm on 08/24/12

It's so easy barb. And now we can get those nice Jersey peaches [NT] - charlie - 1:47am on 08/31/12

22724. How to separate eggs... [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 12:20am on 08/24/12 (20)

Science rocks. I'm sending this to our robotics team. Thanks Michael! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:28am on 08/24/12
Okay, THAT is effing BRILL! Gotta get me some eggs and a water bottle! Be right back! Wow! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 1:35am on 08/24/12
I'll spare you my canned ecological rant about plastic water bottles. IT'S TOO FUNNY. - Joe - 2:31am on 08/24/12

Very cool, Michael. Thanks! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 7:41am on 08/24/12
The entire time I was watching, I was over-dubbing her: "Ha! You Imperialistic Pigs! While you - MarilynFL - 12:08pm on 08/24/12

LOVE it!! Will try this morning; I eat an egg white omelet daily:) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 9:37am on 08/24/12

Worked like a charm! The only problem was - deb-in-MI - 10:59am on 08/24/12

Totally worth wasting an egg AND the trip to the garage to dig an empty H20 bottle out of my car! [NT] - Carianna in WA - 6:07pm on 08/24/12

The way I separate eggs is to put one on the - DawnNYS - 1:50pm on 08/24/12

That was a joke! ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 6:43pm on 08/25/12
You only have to separate the bad eggs, right? :) [NT] - Carianna in WA - 7:16pm on 08/25/12

Nifty. (a word from the 50s) Did you guess what she'd do that when you saw the bottle sitting there? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 4:09pm on 08/24/12

Yeah, I guessed. Will continue to use my fingers as. . . - mistral - 5:22pm on 08/24/12

And DANG--that reminds me of the no-stick spray and the pizzas at where I work. . . - mistral - 5:27pm on 08/24/12
Jacque Pepin separated a bunch of eggs by cracking them all into a bowl, then he scooped out - AngAk1 - 6:16pm on 08/24/12

That flat surface trick was in the only Martha Stewart I ever saw. I don't find it reliable tho. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 8:59pm on 08/24/12

Funny--the flat-surface way is the only one that works for me! Lots of shell bits, otherwise. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 12:04am on 08/25/12

HA! And a rounded edge is the only one that works for me - a flat surface just crushes it [NT] - cheezz - 4:14am on 08/25/12

Michael, this is great - it should also be posted under Kitchen Tips! [NT] - Meryl - 6:45pm on 08/24/12
Neat party trick, but by the time I'd get that set up, I could have already... - Richard in Cincy - 1:28pm on 08/25/12

22725. Made Sandra's Chile Verde last night for guests and they loved it! Kudos again Sandra for such [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:32am on 08/24/12 (2)

It is one of my family's favorites! [NT] - PatBastrop - 10:00pm on 08/24/12

Me too! [NT] - Traca - 5:09am on 08/25/12

22726. For those who have made the Coconut Lime Pulled Tacos... - AndreainDC - 7:21am on 08/24/12 (2)

Yes, but you will have to cook it longer to reduce it so that you don't have too much liquid - Melissa Dallas - 12:51pm on 08/24/12
Agree with Melissa...it's really just about cooking it down to where you want it. <NT> [NT] - Marc In Seattle - 6:44pm on 08/24/12

22727. Barbara in VA: Question about Cranberry vinaigrette [LINK] [IMAGE] - MarilynFL - 11:26am on 08/24/12 (9)

Oh yes!!! It should be vinegar, so sorry!! I did edit the original post. It is from CL, but - Barbara in VA - 1:52pm on 08/24/12

Could it be because I used pure cranberry juice (not sweetened)? - MarilynFL - 1:57pm on 08/24/12

if pears are arriving, don't forget the Lake Country Pear and Walnut cake [NT] [LINK] - AngAk1 - 6:24pm on 08/24/12
Heck yeah! It is soured than vinegar! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:58pm on 08/24/12

Sourer. I have to figure out how to turn off autocorrect on this IPad... [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:10am on 08/25/12

Go to Settings > General > Keyboard. As much as I hate it, it does come in handy sometimes :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:16am on 08/25/12

ah, mystery solved! thanks, M. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:20pm on 08/25/12

Finally found the recipe on line! Here it is: REC: Belgian Endive and Apple Salad with Cranberry [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 12:30pm on 08/25/12

we just love this with pears. had it again tonight. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:21pm on 08/25/12

22728. NFR Chat: What do you think of Fundly.com? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:02pm on 08/24/12 (21)

Sites like that are proliferating--see also Kickstarter.com, Indiegogo.com. - ErininNY - 12:27pm on 08/24/12

One of my much younger cousins did this to raise money for a very elective - Melissa Dallas - 12:54pm on 08/24/12
I know someone funding a movie this way, but they do get something for their $ [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 11:04pm on 08/24/12

I believe "audacity" is the operative word. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 6:14pm on 08/24/12
Audacity indeed! That's crazy! [NT] - Marc In Seattle - 6:46pm on 08/24/12
Seen em. Sometimes for a good cause but mostly "I'm broke, gimme money" [NT] - cheezz - 8:11pm on 08/24/12
Seems kinda selfish to me [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:36pm on 08/24/12
New to me, but I think we are living in a lazy society. I have trouble with young & healthy men - Marg CDN2 - 8:56pm on 08/24/12

AMEN. I was raised that if you can't pay for it you do without. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:29pm on 08/24/12
Panhandlers in SF make that kind of money. I once saw a "changing of the guard" in a wheelchair,... - MariaDNoCA - 11:11pm on 08/24/12

I'll actually give something to the rare one with a sign that says "Why lie, I need a beer". [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:36pm on 08/24/12

That would be good for a laugh anyway. Comedians get paid. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:15am on 08/25/12

professional panhandlers make that everywhere... - Richard in Cincy - 1:26pm on 08/25/12

I have a staunch rule against giving panhandlers money, but I often offer food - Joe - 4:25pm on 08/26/12

Interestingly, that's how Joe & I met. I didn't know folks just carried bags of cassoulet around. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:11pm on 08/26/12

Hey, I may start panhandling in Joes neighborhood!!! [NT] - cheezz - 10:45pm on 08/26/12

It's a tough neighborhood with LOTS of competition! [NT] - Joe - 2:41am on 08/27/12

Yeah, I always carry a container or two of cassoulet in my car, just in case. Is that kosher? [NT] - Joe - 3:58am on 08/27/12

It looks like there are some genuinely good causes on here, but they'll take anybody - Joe - 10:17pm on 08/24/12

My cousin raised $4,000. I was astounded. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:38pm on 08/24/12

"- - - looked for a job, but can't find any." Ah, but is seeking dance lessons that are more - FloriSandy - 1:38am on 08/25/12

22729. Rec: $4 Spaghetti That's Almost As Good As $24 Spaghetti. When I saw this, I happened to have 4 oz [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:35pm on 08/24/12 (14)

It'll be nice to pull that leftover sauce out of the freezer on a night when you - Pat-NoCal - 4:01pm on 08/24/12
Mushroom reduction... Interesting! Will have to give this a try; thanks. [NT] - ErininNY - 7:17pm on 08/24/12
This is curious, Curious! No onion, all that garlic....But on your recommendation I want to try it. [NT] - Joe - 12:28am on 08/25/12
Looks like a winner! For many years, I refused to order pasta - FloriSandy - 1:11am on 08/25/12

I read an interview with a restaurant owner several years back about this very topic... - Richard in Cincy - 1:24pm on 08/25/12

There's a labor factor too. A good pasta sauce takes time and care to produce. - Joe - 1:09am on 08/27/12

Moi aussi. In the early 90s, our fave restaurant in the Caribbean was Italian, did great pasta but - Marg CDN2 - 7:20pm on 08/25/12

Wait....who would spend $24 for noodles and sauce??!!!! [NT] - cheezz - 4:20am on 08/25/12

Pasta at Babbo, for example, runs $18-$20. $13-$19 at Eataly. (Most I've paid is $14, I think.) - ErininNY - 2:42pm on 08/25/12

Heads up: I'm making this now and two firm garlic bulbs is almost 3/4 C. - MarilynFL - 6:05pm on 08/25/12

WOW - 3/4 cup garlic?!! I think I like... :) [NT] - cheezz - 3:27am on 08/26/12
Inquiring minds want to know. How was it? [NT] - barb_b - 7:55pm on 08/26/12

well, I screwed it up but the result is still good. I read the - MarilynFL - 9:59pm on 08/26/12

Sounds like a good lasagna or chicken Parmesan sauce [NT] - cheezz - 10:47pm on 08/26/12

22730. REC Baked Coconut Tilapia - DawnNYS - 8:31pm on 08/24/12 (1)

Looks lovely, simple, quick--my kind of recipe! [NT] - ErininNY - 12:44am on 08/25/12

22731. Know any awesome artisan food producers? 1 week left to enter Good Food Awards w/ Alice Waters, [LINK] - Traca - 8:55pm on 08/24/12 (3)

How cool is that!! I have not entered, but congrats on being a judge.Will you be "Simon like?" : ) - barb_b - 10:26pm on 08/24/12
Mozzarella Co. Or Lucky Layla in Dallas. Mozzarella co is very well known though. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:40pm on 08/24/12
Hey, get a picture with you, Alice & Paul. I think everyone would love to see you with your pals. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 1:50am on 08/25/12

22732. Some might remember when I was looking for ideas [LINK] - orchid - 10:25pm on 08/24/12 (25)

Here�s my next idea for a Condo meeting treat. [LINK] - orchid - 10:26pm on 08/24/12

I dunno but I'm betting they want to keep John on the Board. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 1:12am on 08/25/12

Agreed! AND they'll likely want orchid to join the board as well. ;-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:41am on 08/25/12

Nah, this is just a monthly building meeting for everyone in our - orchid - 1:58am on 08/25/12

orchid, I think these are more suited to last minute assembly. Don't think they will hold up well - Pat-NoCal - 1:21am on 08/25/12

Yeah, that's what I figured. As Amanda said a few days ago..."if - orchid - 1:32am on 08/25/12

Then I'd go with a good make-ahead, if time is a factor. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:39am on 08/25/12

These are very cute! [NT] - Traca - 5:15am on 08/25/12

I have made this a few times, good for a crowd, rec: Strawberry Dessert Nachos The link also has [LINK] - barb_b - 10:33pm on 08/24/12

Whatever I make it needs to be just a very easy pick up from the - orchid - 1:50am on 08/25/12

How about Rec: Fruit Pizza - Pat-NoCal - 1:26am on 08/25/12
I know I'm going to make these for December meeting. Pretty [NT] [LINK] - orchid - 2:24am on 08/25/12

Speaking of Christmas...these chocolate candy cane bars are good too! [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 5:20am on 08/25/12

These shortbread are heavenly, too. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 5:23am on 08/25/12

These chocolate dipped cheesecake strawberries looks fabulous - I'm making them next week [LINK] - cheezz - 4:27am on 08/25/12

Or these Cookie dough cheesecake bars [LINK] - cheezz - 4:30am on 08/25/12

I've been seeing a renewed interest (and recipes) for fools -the dessert...not the man-on-the-street - cheezz - 4:36am on 08/25/12

Or this Berry Fool from America's Test Kitchen [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 4:56am on 08/25/12

Why do so many people say Double "Broiler?" It's BOILER! Drives me nuts. [NT] - Meryl - 4:30am on 08/25/12

Short drive, though. (ducking.) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:30pm on 08/27/12

Ha! You're not one to talk! [NT] - Meryl - 9:30pm on 08/27/12

Who better to know? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:26pm on 08/27/12

thanks! these will be perfect for a baby shower this Saturday. could I make them on Friday? [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:16pm on 08/27/12

Absolutely! I'm making them the day before [NT] - cheezz - 11:55pm on 08/27/12
these were a huge hit, but kind of a pain to make. I had to smooth out the chocolate with some - AngAk1 - 7:37pm on 09/05/12

22733. Do cooks still watch the Food Network? [NT] - charlie - 11:09pm on 08/24/12 (40)

No. Honestly at least I haven't for years. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 11:14pm on 08/24/12
about the only thing I watch are new episodes of Ina. My DH likes the Pioneer Woman, I think for - AngAk1 - 11:21pm on 08/24/12

I enjoy watching P. Dub each week. It's just a fun relaxing half - orchid - 11:32pm on 08/24/12

Who's P. Dub? [NT] - Meryl - 1:30am on 08/25/12

You know...P dub dub diddy diddy dub dub. ;0) - orchid - 1:38am on 08/25/12

No, her recipes don't interest me in the least, nor her lifestyle. She seems like a nice person, tho [NT] - Meryl - 2:07am on 08/25/12

Not me. I watch the Cooking Channel, though. [NT] - Joe - 11:39pm on 08/24/12

I wish $#*(&_*(@!!Time Warner offered that in their basic package of 77 otherwise worthless channels [NT] - Meryl - 11:51pm on 08/24/12

(Except for TCM) [NT] - Meryl - 11:54pm on 08/24/12
I have Time Warner basic cable & it is virtually all Spanish & religious channels & - Melissa Dallas - 11:57pm on 08/24/12

I like the Cooking Channel too--especially Kelsey's Essentials. Wish she was around when I first - Traca - 5:08am on 08/25/12
Everytime I looked it was all the same stuff from FN - MariaDNoCA - 3:00pm on 08/28/12

NY Mag's Grub Street does a funny column with chefs/critics watching an hour of FN. - ErininNY - 12:43am on 08/25/12

Not that I don't agree with him, but Joe always sounds & acts like an a&!@ole [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:05am on 08/25/12

I was all set to take umbrage until I realized you were referring to Joe Bastianich. OUR Joe is more - Steve2 in LA - 1:41am on 08/25/12

Love OUR Joe. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:56am on 08/25/12

I love me too, and I will settle for NOTHING less than a&!@ole. - Joe - 4:32am on 08/25/12

This is me, covering my mouth with BOTH hands. Walking away. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:04am on 08/25/12

No, but I do search the foodnetwork site and cook tasty recipes from it. How about you, do you like - Pat-NoCal - 1:35am on 08/25/12

ooops, wait, that sounded kind of kinky! Didn't mean it *that* way! ;-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:14am on 08/25/12

LOL! [NT] - LisainLA - 4:06am on 08/25/12
: ) My laugh for the morning!!! [NT] - barb_b - 1:32pm on 08/25/12

punctuation...makes all the difference :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:43am on 08/25/12
Not much anymore! I really dislike all of those competition shows. I love to watch.. - charlie - 3:45pm on 08/25/12

without reading your mea culpa, I withdraw the "not much anymore:" I AM Italian after all [NT] - charlie - 3:49pm on 08/25/12

ie "After Readking" [NT] - charlie - 3:54pm on 08/25/12
:-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:23pm on 08/25/12

Sandra Lee does some AMAZING things with stuff that, under ordinary conditions would merely kill you - Steve2 in LA - 1:38am on 08/25/12

I like Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, especially because it helps small businesses. And I like to see - Meryl - 2:12am on 08/25/12
I'll look forward to your next "Cooking with a Can Opener" homage tablescape, Steve ;) <NT> [NT] - Marc In Seattle - 8:19pm on 08/25/12

I don't tune in regularly, but I do like DD + D, for the same reasons Meryl mentioned. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:06am on 08/25/12
My husband has discovered the cooking channels. Now he watches and yells at me to - cheezz - 4:44am on 08/25/12

That is sooo cute! dh and I often go out for breakfast on the weekend. dh brings his paper, I - barb_b - 1:36pm on 08/25/12

love this! [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:22pm on 08/27/12

I don't like to watch Triple D because the portion sizes are gross. The message of "less is - Sylvia - 10:36am on 08/25/12
I am not sure I am a "cook" but I do not like FN. To me it is so commericalized, - Barbara in VA - 12:39pm on 08/25/12
Add me to the list, I stopped watching years ago as well, for me... - Richard in Cincy - 1:18pm on 08/25/12

Ditto. To the letter. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:28pm on 08/25/12
(I think Richard may be a secret "B*tchin' Kitchen" viewer. Too proud to fess up.) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:11pm on 08/25/12

In your dreams Steve! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 1:35pm on 08/26/12

22734. Yippee! It's Friday! - Melissa Dallas - 11:46pm on 08/24/12 (31)

Parmesan Wine Cake? Uh, yum? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 1:48am on 08/25/12

That would probably be good too. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:01am on 08/25/12

TGIF! Toasting y'all with a glass of wine, turkey meatloaf in the oven. What's everyone else having [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 1:51am on 08/25/12

I made a big batch of nachos, shrimp cocktail, green salad w/ avocados, mmm Cheers!! [NT] - barb_b - 1:53am on 08/25/12
So far, just Bucheron and crackers. Love that Bucheron! [NT] - Meryl - 1:56am on 08/25/12

Imade Strawbery Balsamic pepper preserves I've drizzling on cheese. Very good. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:01am on 08/25/12

uh, ipad autocorrect again? [NT] - cheezz - 4:45am on 08/25/12

I didn't have THAT mich wine. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:35am on 08/25/12

Steak kabobs, rice, spinach salad; followed by cherries and dark chocolate. [NT] - ErininNY - 3:24am on 08/25/12
We're having guests and am serving fresh crab and my mom is making 2 pies for me to serve - Carianna in WA - 2:21pm on 08/25/12

Costco pizza - kids happy + mama doesn't have to do the dishes and has $ left to boot. :) - LisainLA - 4:05am on 08/25/12

Me too, cake and wine sound especially good to me! I had that too, last night, with mac and cheese - DawnNYS - 6:48pm on 08/25/12

Hamburgers to watch the football game by - it's always that or pizza or game nights [NT] - cheezz - 4:46am on 08/25/12
Underground Chef's Dinner here... - Richard in Cincy - 12:41pm on 08/25/12

What a fun night!! It reminds me of a place in Philly that was "a secret" but required 6-8 mo - barb_b - 1:28pm on 08/25/12

This was truly a find for my jaded palate... - Richard in Cincy - 1:36pm on 08/25/12

Very fun! I am sure she shared it with you because she knew you would keep it a secret! What a - barb_b - 3:43pm on 08/25/12

barb, just heard back from the chef in response to my thank you note and... - Richard in Cincy - 7:35pm on 08/25/12

How thoughtful of you to send a Thank you note. I am sure it was appreciated. His response - barb_b - 7:48pm on 08/26/12

How cool! - Marc In Seattle - 8:11pm on 08/25/12

Didn't get recipes but hopefully have pix which I will post whenever I get a free... - Richard in Cincy - 10:39pm on 08/25/12

Well done! Show him a little cheesecake. <NT> [NT] - Marc In Seattle - 1:48am on 08/26/12

"heirloom pork"?? Really? And how does a pig become an heirloom? *g* [NT] - cheezz - 3:36am on 08/26/12

The same way a tomato does...it's the original organism with no interference - Richard in Cincy - 1:26pm on 08/26/12

OMG!! Do I have to go to Cincinnati to get some? Because I will! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 3:02pm on 08/26/12

LOL. Michael check with your local farmers, you can probably find a much closer source! - Richard in Cincy - 1:59am on 08/27/12
I'll ride shotgun! [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:16pm on 08/27/12

Interesting - id like to see them side by side to see the difference...I saw chickens - cheezz - 10:51pm on 08/26/12

heritage pork - cyalexa2 - 1:22pm on 08/27/12

I've been noticing the porky flavour seems to be absent these days. Until about - Marg CDN2 - 6:04pm on 08/27/12

What a wonderful experience! And what a shame it is illegal. Can't we all agree on a waiver? - Joe - 2:45am on 08/27/12

22735. Things I wanna make this weekend but not sure if there are enough hours in the day.... - Barbara in VA - 12:45pm on 08/25/12 (13)

I bought a peck of heirloom beefsteak tomatoes at the farmer's market and... - Richard in Cincy - 1:08pm on 08/25/12
HI Barbara, what a list! FYI... Last year, I also had lots of puree and honestly - barb_b - 1:23pm on 08/25/12
Right now I'm making the $4 sauce and a blank lentil dal and - MarilynFL - 7:27pm on 08/25/12
That's quite the list! - Marc In Seattle - 8:13pm on 08/25/12

Oh, and here's the recipe in case anyone wants to get their Sichuan food fix..l [NT] [LINK] - Marc In Seattle - 8:17pm on 08/25/12

Marc, totally on the Sichuan wavelength with you... - Richard in Cincy - 10:24pm on 08/25/12

You will love those books.... - Marc In Seattle - 1:47am on 08/26/12

Everyone's lists are making me panic a little. I should probably be making and freezing sauces, etc. - ErininNY - 8:24pm on 08/25/12

of course it does. To each one's own, in one's due time... - Richard in Cincy - 10:36pm on 08/25/12

I have been knocking on the door!! HELLO!!!?? (What a great menu!) - barb_b - 5:01am on 08/26/12

Sorry, come on in! LOL - Richard in Cincy - 1:54am on 08/27/12

my sister(Indiana) sent me a flat rate box full of garden produce:beans,cukes,jalapenos,cherry tomat - AngAk1 - 6:41pm on 08/27/12

How cool about the produce! :) [NT] - ErininNY - 8:02pm on 08/27/12

22736. need advice on induction cooktop please - cyalexa2 - 1:46pm on 08/25/12 (5)

I would replace. When the cost of the repair on an older appliance - Richard in Cincy - 2:22pm on 08/25/12
Agree completely with Richard. I wish I had replaced vs. repaired more than one of my appliances - barb_b - 2:50pm on 08/25/12
I've been using a Bosch smooth top electric cooktop for almost 3 months and really like it. It is 7 - Curious1 - 5:50pm on 08/28/12
love my induction - janew22 - 7:24pm on 09/04/12

I also love induction - cyalexa2 - 2:26am on 09/06/12

22737. REC: Thai-Style Dipping Sauce. It's fresh crab season here and this is my fave for dipping crab in - Carianna in WA - 2:18pm on 08/25/12 (0)

22738. Att: Site Updates 0.2 [LINK] - pmassell_93 - 6:52pm on 08/25/12 (5)

(This is a response to 22738 at the TOP of the page but presented here. GAH!) - Steve2 in LA - 7:07pm on 08/25/12

Thanks for the heads up Paul!! Love Eat.at! Appreciate all of your efforts!! [NT] - barb_b - 4:57am on 08/26/12

from one cantankerous swapizen...thanks mucho Paul for all your hard work! [NT] - cheezz - 3:24am on 08/26/12

and, of course, that's in response to Paul's post at the top also.... [NT] - cheezz - 3:39am on 08/26/12

Thanks Paul - FYI I haven't been able to access the "new" section in months [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:59pm on 08/26/12

22739. I'm not really hungry, but have a bad case of the want-somethings. - Melissa Dallas - 1:34am on 08/26/12 (8)

It's been that way all day for me, am chalking it up to a bad-planetary-alignment-thing. - Pat-NoCal - 2:38am on 08/26/12

Thank goodness there are no chips or cookies in the house! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:47am on 08/26/12

unfortunately, cookies are quick to make...how about some salty popcorn? [NT] - cheezz - 3:40am on 08/26/12
I wen't & got in bed to read to distract myself.so i wouldn't make anything. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:45am on 08/26/12

Next time that happens, drink something. Maybe it was thirst ;o) [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:41pm on 08/26/12

Agreed. Also, cup of hot tea, for instance Yogi Tea's Healthy Fast Herbal blend... - Richard in Cincy - 1:53am on 08/27/12

Or a cupcake....just sayin [NT] - cheezz - 4:40am on 08/27/12

or Biscoff cookies. finally found them up here and bought way too many to be good. [NT] - AngAk1 - 6:45pm on 08/27/12

22740. Rec: Silky Cauliflower Soup by David Lieberman [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 1:22pm on 08/26/12 (6)

I'll add this to this week's menu, sounds wonderful. And low carb for the weekday eating! [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 1:32pm on 08/26/12
Really inexpensive too. Sprouts has been running cauliflower for about $1.25 a head. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:59pm on 08/26/12
Here is a very similar one I've made many times, it is easy and great tasting. [LINK] - LisainLA - 3:24pm on 08/26/12

Love this one, have made it often. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:09pm on 08/26/12

Ditto! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:25pm on 08/26/12

Thanks Melissa, will try it. Like the parm crisps accompaniment too. Hey, maybe - Pat-NoCal - 5:26pm on 08/26/12

22741. Sunday breakfast "Napoleons" - Richard in Cincy - 1:35pm on 08/26/12 (2)

Yes, please! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:47pm on 08/26/12
This was tasty. Made it with a fried egg, - Pat-NoCal - 5:37pm on 08/26/12

22742. Some interesting videos on the Foodskey site [NT] [LINK] - Lana in FL - 2:49pm on 08/26/12 (0)

22743. Favorite end of season Peach Jam recipe using Ball pectin? Or advice? Just scored some at the FM [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 6:25pm on 08/26/12 (13)

[tag-teaming] how do I save 9 8-0z jars of soupy peach jam? - MarilynFL - 9:23pm on 08/26/12

I'd throw all that jam into a pot (add some lemon juice if you didn't before), stir in the package - Steve2 in LA - 10:24pm on 08/26/12

Well...reheated, re-Sure Gel'd, rebottled, reprocessed. Fingers crossed. [NT] - MarilynFL - 12:37am on 08/28/12

Maria, regarding your post, under-ripe fruit is actually preferable to over-ripe or even REALLY - Steve2 in LA - 10:39pm on 08/26/12

Well, I've decided this jam is gonna be wing and a prayer jam... - MariaDNoCA - 12:10am on 08/27/12

Maybe crush up a little of that vicodin in the mix and no one will care what it tastes like! :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:39am on 08/27/12

I'll take a CASE of that, please. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 5:11am on 08/27/12

Maria, don't forget to just cut/freeze a bunch...I did as a gift for my Vitamix and my waist. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:44am on 08/27/12

No room in the freezer :( ...Did you add lemon juice? - MariaDNoCA - 3:04am on 08/28/12

I added some of the Fruit -Fresh powder. Taste fine in a smoothie, but then I use - MarilynFL - 1:15pm on 08/28/12

I think the Ball pectin would have worked fine---isn't suregel also just pectin? [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:01pm on 08/27/12

I have no idea. - Steve? I'm delayed till tomorrow (MIL had a faux heart attack) - MariaDNoCA - 3:09am on 08/28/12

Refrigerated peaches should be okay but they might be a little wonky. I say try it anyway and - Steve2 in LA - 6:06am on 08/28/12

22744. Brining turkey breast and thighs for roasting tonight before Isaac comes for a visit. - Michael in Sarasota - 6:33pm on 08/26/12 (9)

Tell Isaac he's not invited for dinner. ;-) Sending good thoughts your way. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 7:36pm on 08/26/12

What Pat said... Please check in and thinking of all our friends potentially impacted. [NT] - barb_b - 7:41pm on 08/26/12

Bet you're glad you're not in Haiti at the moment huh? Everything - orchid - 8:30pm on 08/26/12

I know, right?! Glad to be going after the season. Thanks everyone. We should be missing the brunt - Michael in Sarasota - 8:56pm on 08/26/12

We are on the "dirty" side of the storm so we're really getting bands - orchid - 5:08pm on 08/27/12

Glad to hear you don't have a commute today. I've sure been thinking about you and everyone in the - Curious1 - 4:36pm on 08/27/12
a Hurricane day! just like a snow day. bust holiday ever, except for the snow shoveling,& flooding - AngAk1 - 7:13pm on 08/27/12

Ha, that would be "best" holiday ever. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:08am on 08/28/12

Hope you're staying dry! Sounds like the perfect dinner for a storm! [NT] - ErininNY - 9:17pm on 08/27/12

22745. I have a recipe that I'm going to be trying out in the next couple - orchid - 7:12pm on 08/26/12 (3)

Here they come in 2 or 3 to a bunch but they're not very thick leeks, more - Pat-NoCal - 7:34pm on 08/26/12

Great, thank you Pat! [NT] - orchid - 8:27pm on 08/26/12
YooHoo..Pat. I just went shopping this morning at a store that I've - orchid - 9:51pm on 08/28/12

22746. My Weekend Six [LINK] - DawnNYS - 8:10pm on 08/26/12 (4)

Brunch sounds amazing! :) Maybe make a ristra or two with the leftover peppers? [LINK] - ErininNY - 5:20am on 08/27/12
I make candied jalapenos(Cowboy Candy) and they are really good on sandwiches or in dips. [LINK] - AngAk1 - 7:11pm on 08/27/12

These are awesome! - Marc In Seattle - 11:41pm on 08/27/12

yes! also a quick spread if you layer some on top of a block of cream cheese. [NT] - AngAk1 - 1:07am on 08/28/12

22747. Joe - or anyone - what is making multiple holes in my lettuce and how do I kill it?! [NT] - cheezz - 10:59pm on 08/26/12 (9)

Could be snails or caterpillars. For snails you can use a product called Slug-go - Joe - 11:08pm on 08/26/12

or adopt a racoon. Or broken egg shells in a pan of beer. (they get stuck in it, or soused, not sure [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:45pm on 08/26/12

the beer is for the slugs, not the racoon. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:46pm on 08/26/12

I don't think raccoons are that proud. [NT] - Joe - 4:09am on 08/27/12

I still can't believe you have lettuce growing after this heat wave! What was left of mine fried in - Joe - 12:39am on 08/27/12

Ah oui. Les frites, les escargots du jardin [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 3:51am on 08/27/12

You know, France imports a great deal of their escargot from California. They ate all theirs. - Joe - 4:08am on 08/27/12

I live close to the beach and we never get that hot...at least not for long [NT] - cheezz - 4:35am on 08/27/12

Think I'll go with picking it all...maybe I'll sneak out with a flashlight later and see :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:36am on 08/27/12

22748. ISO Help finding a potato recipe posted here sometime in spring. Small potatoes were - Joe - 11:03pm on 08/26/12 (11)

22593 was a discussion of smashed potatoes. ?? [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 11:42pm on 08/26/12

Thanks, but that's not quite it. It was back in April, I believe, and it was a link to a blog - Joe - 11:54pm on 08/26/12

I'm betting it was these: Pop-Squish Roasted Potatoes [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 12:17am on 08/27/12

I think that's it! Thanks, Maria. I'm relieved to see they are so simple - Joe - 12:21am on 08/27/12
These sound great! Thanks! [NT] - Meryl - 12:25am on 08/27/12
Potatoes with a "Chicago" reference? Yes, please! [NT] - Carianna in WA - 1:20pm on 08/27/12

I tried the pop-squished recently and mine didn't look - emtd - 1:29pm on 08/27/12

Wouldn't boiling longer make them even mushier? Did you use a waxy type? [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:43pm on 08/27/12

I used red potatoes. :) only people who like cooking - emtd - 9:51pm on 08/28/12

I find the red potatoes tend to fall apart when squished this way. Yukon golds - Pat-NoCal - 2:13pm on 08/29/12

Just made the equivalent with Yukon golds on Saturday - - deb-in-MI - 7:58pm on 08/27/12

22749. Speaking of cooking shows, here's a great bunch of French Alpine recipes from Laura Calder [LINK] - Joe - 1:19am on 08/27/12 (39)

Now I want to make tartiflette & I can never find Reblechon cheese [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:40am on 08/27/12

Can you get raclette? Comte? I can't believe it wouldn't be just as delicious - Joe - 2:37am on 08/27/12

I had seen it made on another show a long time ago & thought it looked so decadent. - Melissa Dallas - 10:46am on 08/27/12

(oops, posted in wrong place.) [NT] - Joe - 11:46pm on 08/27/12

Costco sometimes has Comte. I've bought Appenzeller at Sam's Club in their specialty cheese section [NT] - Curious1 - 4:31pm on 08/27/12

You could also substitue Fontina or Port Salut. No Trader Joe's in your neck of the woods? - Steve2 in LA - 5:08am on 08/27/12

I'll have to check Scardello's. I forget about them, but they are close to the office. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 10:05am on 08/27/12

Wish our T.J's would hurry. Scardellos requires you to take out a 2nd mortgage before granting entry [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:51pm on 08/27/12

I wish your TJs would hurry too - cyalexa2 - 1:29pm on 08/27/12

I think it is postponed until the first of the year. Ground not broken yet. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:49pm on 08/27/12

melissa, do you shop at Central Market? I thought that was a very cool store. [NT] - AngAk1 - 4:54pm on 08/28/12

In which city did you go to CM? There's one here in SA, I love going there, but it's not in a very - Curious1 - 4:42pm on 08/29/12

I was in the Dallas area(Southlake) for a wedding and we had lunch there and a walk through. - AngAk1 - 5:25pm on 08/29/12

Kinda the way I feel about Whole Foods. [NT] - Curious1 - 4:32pm on 08/27/12

Me too. I only buy Parmasean there. It's the one cheese that I don't - orchid - 5:15pm on 08/27/12

O, have you noticed anything with the Whole Foods Parmigiano-Reggiano? - MarilynFL - 5:43pm on 08/27/12

Maybe...I always take it out of the plastic wrapping and shrink - orchid - 6:37pm on 08/27/12

No...no special processing. Just wrap and bag after it's been opened; been working for a decade. - MarilynFL - 7:06pm on 08/27/12

Try wrapping it in paper (or waxed paper) first, and then sealing in a bag. (And/or then freeze it.) [NT] - ErininNY - 7:42pm on 08/27/12
Return it to the store if it's before the exp date - no reason for there to be mold on it. [NT] - Meryl - 9:14pm on 08/27/12

No can do. I ususally rip off the store packaging and just Saranwrap it. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:39am on 08/28/12

We lovingly refer to Whole Foods as....Whole Paycheck! [NT] - Traca - 5:50pm on 08/27/12

Ironically, some of their stuff is priced the lowest of any store in a ten-block radius, here. - ErininNY - 7:49pm on 08/27/12

They're the highest priced store over here in Greensboro. I much prefer going to EarthFare, a local - Meryl - 9:24pm on 08/27/12
And their 365 brand is usually well-priced. Interesting about the pricing there. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:19pm on 08/27/12

I checked out the 365 Brand, and it was still not priced well, compared to - Meryl - 10:26pm on 08/27/12
Their 365 organic peanut butter is $14.99 a jar!!!! [NT] - cheezz - 12:00am on 08/28/12

What????!!!!! (Why am I surprised??? I should have expected it). [NT] - Meryl - 1:19am on 08/28/12

AMENDMENT!! They were looking at the wrong price - that was for almond butter... [NT] - cheezz - 6:20am on 08/29/12

The PB was $5.99 a jar [NT] - cheezz - 6:20am on 08/29/12

Their 365 mayonnaise is absolutely disgusting. I should have taken it back. [NT] - Traca - 3:37am on 08/28/12
Huh. Here, it's $3.99. [NT] - ErininNY - 3:39am on 08/28/12

Organic? Or just Whole Foods 365? [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:38am on 08/28/12

Butter is cheaper at WF than TJ's here. And WF's has organic that TJ's doesn't so can't compare - MariaDNoCA - 3:33am on 08/28/12

For me, the "whole paycheck" reference means that there's so much cool stuff, I want everything! - Traca - 3:42am on 08/28/12

Yeah, there are certain things that only Whole Foods has. Like rye flour, green lentils, - Joe - 3:34pm on 08/29/12

Their fish guy refused to sell me mussels once, saying, "They shouldn't even be on display." - Traca - 4:58pm on 08/29/12

that Burnt Pasta recipe looks quite good. a nutty noodle dish when you want something plain [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:24pm on 08/27/12

I have my eye on the Potee, when the weather cools down. It was served with the Bertoud cheese dish. - Joe - 11:47pm on 08/27/12

22750. This mango chutney is one of the best things I've put up this summer [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 1:35am on 08/27/12 (1)

Sounds wonderful! I always wondered what went into mango chutney...love TJs [NT] - cheezz - 4:34am on 08/27/12

22751. AngAk - I was given a bunch of rhubarb last week... - AndreainDC - 11:14am on 08/27/12 (2)

yay. so glad you liked it. I wonder where they are getting rhubarb. even ours has bloomed out. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:30pm on 08/27/12

Actually, it was from one of the historic sites near Pittsburgh... - AndreainDC - 2:47pm on 09/01/12

22752. Need some cocktail help, please. Having a party and I'd like to do a special drink. - CynUpstateNY - 1:27pm on 08/27/12 (9)

Hey Cyn, do you want some of that powdered bark to make quinine syrup? You can [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:29pm on 08/27/12

Sounds pretty cool but I posted too late to get some. Should I thicken, ya think? [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 6:23pm on 08/27/12

Depends on how sweet the blueberries are. If they're really tart, you might just add - MarilynFL - 7:12pm on 08/27/12

Do many of your friends have veneers? Blueberries can stain, just like red wine. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:34pm on 08/27/12

Ha! I can just see me asking to see their teeth before I let them have a drink! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 8:28pm on 08/27/12

their [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 11:09pm on 08/27/12

I did crush the berries and added the simple syrup and lemon juice. It's really good. Not - CynUpstateNY - 8:29pm on 08/27/12

We used to make a white sangria with blueberries. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:59pm on 08/27/12

oh, that sounds lovely! I have a flat of blueberries coming on the fruit truck tomorrow. yay [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:32pm on 08/27/12

22753. This Pear, Basil and Pecorino salad - I thought was delicious - emtd - 1:32pm on 08/27/12 (0)

22754. ISO help to liven up this recipe: Creamy Black Lentil (from Saveur: New Comfort Food) [LINK] - MarilynFL - 4:42pm on 08/27/12 (7)

Maybe something acidic - lemon juice or vinegar? [LINK] - LisainLA - 5:45pm on 08/27/12

Lol Lisa, I guess we were on the same wave length. [NT] - Curious1 - 5:47pm on 08/27/12

Is it salty enough? A touch of acid such as vinegar or lemon juice? [NT] - Curious1 - 5:46pm on 08/27/12

((((Curious1))))) :D [NT] - LisainLA - 5:48pm on 08/27/12

In keeping with the Indian flavors - how about some tamarind or amchur? [LINK] - LisainLA - 5:49pm on 08/27/12

Thanks Lisa and Curious. Actually, I have amchur! (and tamarind paste). I - MarilynFL - 6:26pm on 08/27/12

Thanks for your help; it worked. I pulled out all the spices and added them - MarilynFL - 11:54pm on 08/27/12

22755. Company is coming! What do you stock in your pantry or freezer for quick fix deliciousness? - Traca - 5:49pm on 08/27/12 (35)

Naan, goat or mozzeral cheese, onions (carmelized if possible) for great , quick pizzas - deb-in-MI - 6:01pm on 08/27/12
slice and bake cookies; slice and bake cheddar rolls "coins", - emtd - 6:10pm on 08/27/12
blue cheese, honey, crackers [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:57pm on 08/27/12

mixed nuts, wasabi almonds, pub cheese with horseradish, rice crackers, cream cheese, pepper jelly - AngAk1 - 5:36pm on 08/29/12

Puff pastry. Sundried tomato spread. Parmesan (frozen; so sue me). Beans for hummus. Edamame. [NT] - ErininNY - 7:12pm on 08/27/12

I keep puff pastry around as well...for all kinds of instant snacks, hors d'oeuvres, desserts. They - Marg CDN2 - 10:45pm on 08/27/12

Erin & Marg, do you keep puff pastry in the fridge or plan ahead & thaw it overnight? [NT] - Traca - 3:51am on 08/28/12

Life is slow around here, so it stays in the freezer. I agree that it is better if it has an - Marg CDN2 - 6:15pm on 08/28/12

2 hour thaw? Awesome. [NT] - Traca - 4:01am on 08/29/12

We usually have lots of notice when people come over (since the default here is to go out, it seems) - ErininNY - 6:54pm on 08/28/12

Do you have a good recipe for cheese straws? I've never made them. [NT] - Traca - 4:02am on 08/29/12

Traca, these using puff pastry are wonderful. can be shaped and frozen and baked at the last minute [LINK] - AngAk1 - 5:33pm on 08/29/12

Ah yes. There's a trick here. Good idea, layering the sheets. Must try. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:55pm on 08/29/12

I meant that I've been known to shake them out of the box and onto a baking sheet. ;) [LINK] - ErininNY - 12:15am on 08/30/12
I've made them with leftover scraps of dough--puff pastry or pie dough. - Joe - 1:56am on 08/30/12

Always have local cheese, fig jam, baugette crisps and, since I can no longer drink wine, - CynUpstateNY - 9:30pm on 08/27/12
A good ice cream and dyslexic sauce :) [NT] - cheezz - 12:04am on 08/28/12
Curried Cheeseball. I like this stuff - Marg CDN2 - 9:30pm on 08/29/12

What is "Imperial cheese"? What's it taste like? [NT] - Traca - 4:29am on 08/30/12

I know I've seen a similar version in the US. It's a very popular, very sharp cheese sold in a tub. [LINK] - Marg CDN2 - 6:35pm on 08/30/12

Is it like Kaukana cheese? I grew up on their Port Wine cheese (family staple)--explains a lot. ;) [NT] [LINK] - ErininNY - 8:55pm on 08/30/12

I'm thinking...maybe. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:26pm on 08/31/12

It's a pasteurized-processed, cheese-food product along the lines of Velveeta but spreadable. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 6:36pm on 08/30/12

Ooh no. Not like Velveeta at all. Velveeta tastes like nothing but wax to me. Imperial is like a - Marg CDN2 - 6:39pm on 08/30/12

I've never seen it. Wonder if we get that around here? This is my favorite cheeseball. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 5:56pm on 08/31/12

This sent me on some research. Is it now a Kraft product? Found out that Mr. Kraft was CDN who came - Marg CDN2 - 6:36pm on 08/31/12

I thought it was interesting! Didn't know Mr. Kraft was Canadian. :) [NT] - ErininNY - 1:57pm on 09/01/12
Good sluething! Yes, the number of products made from "by products" is astonishing. - Traca - 3:57pm on 09/02/12

From your description, I think Swiss Colony makes a similar product, but we don't have - Traca - 3:58pm on 09/02/12

I think it sounds a lot like Merkt's cheese in tubs that can be found at Walmart. in deli area [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:40pm on 09/05/12

I like to have quiches in the freezer--they thaw pretty quickly and can either be a snack or an - Joe - 1:59am on 08/30/12

wine [NT] - AngAk1 - 5:04pm on 08/30/12

Thanks everyone! Clearly I need to expand my list of pantry items. [NT] - Traca - 6:01pm on 08/31/12
Les Scourtins Aux Olives de Nyons - Marg CDN2 - 6:44pm on 09/04/12
Gougeres - Marg CDN2 - 7:19pm on 09/04/12

22756. Holy Pork Fat! Angie, I don't think you could add enough lettuce to de-guiltify this baby: [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:09pm on 08/27/12 (1)

Oh my! just needs some avocado. I can feel the dripping down my chin. [NT] - AngAk1 - 7:35pm on 08/27/12

22757. I found this odd: PioneerWoman just posted her entire grocery shopping purchase - MarilynFL - 7:53pm on 08/27/12 (7)

A lot of cattle are finished in feed lots. They may not like skinny grass fed beef. - Melissa Dallas - 8:36pm on 08/27/12
Nope, they sell all the cattle they raise. A few months ago Marlboro - orchid - 8:42pm on 08/27/12

Here's a link to the first one he did but there were several posts [LINK] - orchid - 8:53pm on 08/27/12

I'm so glad you posted that link. The comments are interesting reading too. [NT] - Traca - 10:23pm on 08/27/12

Yes it was. Thanks O. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:58pm on 08/27/12

I don't know if any of you get Chris. Kimball's "Letters from Vermont" emails. - Michael in Phoenix - 2:20pm on 08/28/12

How do you get on Chris' letter list? Link? I love his Letters from the Editor in CI. [NT] - Traca - 9:49pm on 08/28/12

22758. OMG! A friend, sho almost never bakes, just told me that the last time she made a quick bread - CynUpstateNY - 8:07pm on 08/27/12 (13)

Lol! So I take it you won't be eating anything she bakes? [NT] - Curious1 - 8:10pm on 08/27/12

Not to worry, extra protein! :-) (nt) [NT] - mistral - 8:32pm on 08/27/12

What she said! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:56am on 08/28/12

Coulda called it "paleo" if it was a high enough bug to flour ratio. A new niche market? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:34pm on 08/27/12
Just pretend they're banana seeds. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 8:38pm on 08/27/12

My mom sticks her flour in the freezer for a while when she brings it home to ensure - Melissa Dallas - 8:40pm on 08/27/12

Yup. I keep all flour(s) and sugar in the freezer. Takes up space, but it's worth it. [NT] - ErininNY - 9:16pm on 08/27/12

Bay leaves work well also. [NT] - Meryl - 9:27pm on 08/27/12
Flour, seeds and dried chile powder. Never knew you could get bugs in chile powder until I did. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:29pm on 08/27/12

Paper moths are a real pain too. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:50pm on 08/27/12
No kidding! This morning I discovered an invasion of Indian meal moths in my dried California [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 12:01am on 08/28/12

We were having an invasion into just about everything (even walnuts) and - PatBastrop - 2:25am on 08/28/12

In the summer months I keep all grains,flours in the fridge. NT [NT] - elaine - 5:04am on 08/29/12

22759. Dinner tonight: - ErininNY - 9:08pm on 08/27/12 (11)

You're on a roll today Erin. I love your menu, bet dh does also. [NT] - Curious1 - 10:17pm on 08/27/12
There's nothing a meal like that won't smooth over ;-) [NT] - Joe - 12:27am on 08/28/12
My menu - Carianna in WA - 1:13am on 08/28/12

Oh darn Carianna! I'm sorry....but I'll be happy to see you back here!? [NT] - orchid - 2:11am on 08/28/12
Oof. :( That stinks (except the Malbec). I hoist a virtual glass to you! [NT] - ErininNY - 3:37am on 08/28/12
Exact same thing happened to my niece - deb-in-MI - 10:26am on 08/28/12
Rat bastards. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:55am on 08/28/12
what Marilyn said!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 12:05pm on 08/28/12
On today's menu - "It-only-means-a-better-more-perfect-job-is-on-the-horizon" ice cream sundaes. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 9:35pm on 08/28/12

I'm definitely renaming menus in the future.....! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:24am on 08/28/12
Brilliant. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:54am on 08/28/12

22760. AndreainDC, what happened with your brownie testing? [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:33pm on 08/27/12 (22)

I know. I'm still standing here by the doorway waiting. If we had a red lightbulb - MarilynFL - 11:56pm on 08/27/12

You really are a nut! [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 12:16am on 08/28/12

So now I'm going out for a walk. I'm going to get a picture in my head of you - Marg CDN2 - 12:36am on 08/28/12

Hope she's not wearing a sign that says "Will work for brownies". [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 12:53am on 08/28/12

You saw me?? And didn't wave? [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:40am on 08/28/12

<waving> ;-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 2:01am on 08/29/12

This the the BEST fudgy brownie recipe I have ever made! I baked it for 30 minutes. [NT] [LINK] - Marianne - 12:23am on 08/28/12

Four days counting and so far I've successfully AVOIDED making this recipe. [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:40pm on 08/30/12

Me too. We really need to start talking about steamed beans. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 6:21pm on 08/30/12

ooey... gooey... fudgy... chocolateyness... {{{heeheehee she cackles wickedly}}} [NT] - cheezz - 4:54am on 08/31/12

Post #22759/3/4. [NT] - MarilynFL - 3:27pm on 08/31/12

What she said! ;-) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:37pm on 08/31/12

HAAAAAAAA! You girls are too funny. Fear not. It worked in reverse. Now I'm craving them :) [NT] - cheezz - 4:48pm on 08/31/12

You too? Mannn, it's all I can think about all morning. Just so wrong. May have to give in and make - Pat-NoCal - 6:10pm on 08/31/12

You make it, we'll come help you eat it :) Just to save you all those calories, I mean... [NT] - cheezz - 11:34pm on 08/31/12

OK, good idea, maybe tomorrow. Was able to appease the brownie craving with some Trader Joes dark - Pat-NoCal - 12:23am on 09/01/12

Get thee behind me, Satan! LOL. [NT] [LINK] - Marianne - 3:41pm on 08/31/12

Love it! [NT] - cheezz - 4:49pm on 08/31/12

Think these would work without eggs? [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 9:27pm on 09/03/12

Try subbing with egg beaters, or applesauce [NT] - cheezz - 5:39am on 09/04/12

And after all this, we still don't know how the brownie testing went with Andrea! [NT] - cheezz - 11:35pm on 08/31/12
Hi Everyone!!! Got behind with travel for work... - AndreainDC - 2:43pm on 09/01/12

22761. REC: Kevin Costner/Scarborough Fair Chicken. Actually it's from Costner's defunct Pasadena [LINK] - Joe - 12:17am on 08/28/12 (18)

Did you finish it over charcoal or under the broiler? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:36am on 08/28/12

Broiler. But I've done both. I'm hosting a Thank You dinner for my garden donors and volunteers - Joe - 1:44am on 08/28/12

Sounds great. I have huge sage, rosemary& thyme plants. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 1:52am on 08/28/12

I think it would be good with any of them individually, or a combination. - Joe - 2:28am on 08/28/12

Like the rec; what a nice party to host. What else will you be serving? [NT] - barb_b - 11:26am on 08/28/12

I may make a spinach b�chamel lasagna because I'm a glutton for punishment. [LINK] - Joe - 10:41pm on 08/28/12

That's insane / delishious / but not necessary! Seriously. Just mail it to me. The chicken sounds - barb_b - 1:27am on 08/29/12

It's easy to cut a chicken in half. You cut out the backbone, then cut through the breastbone. - Joe - 3:38am on 08/29/12

: ) I spoke with our butcher today, he would cut it in half and do that for me... - barb_b - 1:14am on 08/30/12

You know, if you wanted to do just breasts you might ask the butcher to leave them whole-- - Joe - 1:23am on 08/30/12

I love the way the skin gets really crispy when everything goes under the skin, not on it. [NT] - Marg CDN2 - 5:27pm on 08/28/12

Now that song is in my head too! Sounds delish. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:15am on 08/28/12
Think I'll try this with Cornish Hens. Oh, here, Joe, hope this helps... - Michael in Sarasota - 9:12am on 08/29/12

You viscous person, you. Curses on your game hens. - Joe - 3:19pm on 08/29/12
Michael, I KNEW there was a little "Maria" inside you, "viscous" though you may be. - Steve2 in LA - 10:51pm on 08/29/12

Damn Spell-Check! You know I meant "vicious," but doesn't "viscous" also mean oily or slimy? - Joe - 1:48am on 08/30/12
Oh, please! I�m practically perfect in every way. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 9:06am on 08/30/12

Yes, Mister Poppins, you are...bwah-hah-hah! (sorry, can't keep a straight face) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 6:32pm on 08/30/12

22762. Dodged the bullet called Isaac. Less than an inch of rain. Wishing the best for those in NOLA! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 2:11am on 08/28/12 (4)

Thinking safe thoughts for all in it's path! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:16am on 08/28/12
No dodging the bullet in Ft Lauderdale. - Janet in NC - 11:35pm on 08/28/12

Sorry about your stay Janet. We really got some bands of rain - orchid - 12:22am on 08/29/12

Thanks Orchid, I was there for a training on a new study and not - Janet in NC - 2:13am on 08/29/12

22763. These are just darn cute: puff pastry magic wands. That is all. [NT] [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 5:12am on 08/28/12 (1)

Passed this on for my little niece. Thanks M! [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:52am on 08/28/12

22764. Steve in LA, the reworked peach jam worked! I gots jammy jam. Thanks! [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:17pm on 08/28/12 (1)

(Yay!) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:38pm on 08/28/12

22765. Melissa/Dallas, could you email me? Thanks! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 3:47pm on 08/28/12 (0)