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• 17563. Onion jam, on a porchetta sandwich - Anna_X - 11:07pm on 01/30/10 (5)
1. Check these out: [NT] - Meryl - 11:46pm on 01/30/10
1. Red Onion Jam [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 11:46pm on 01/30/10
2. Caramelized Onion Jam [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 11:46pm on 01/30/10
3. Thanks, Meryl. I'll try the first one soon! [NT] - Anna_X - 10:55pm on 01/31/10
1. You're welcome! [NT] - Meryl - 11:04pm on 01/31/10
• 17564. Saffron and chocolate biscotti - we loved these - EvaN - 6:55am on 01/31/10 (3)
1. I was hoping you would post these. thanks! [NT] - AngAk - 3:27pm on 01/31/10
2. How did the saffron affect the flavor ? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 9:23pm on 01/31/10
1. You can taste the saffron quite well. [NT] - EvaN - 4:50am on 02/01/10
• 17565. What is your favorite type of loaf pan and why? - Dawn_MO - 8:45am on 01/31/10 (7)
1. Dawn, my favorite loaf pan is Norpro.... - GayleMO - 9:18am on 01/31/10
2. I just got 4 Pyrex loaf pans (2 large, 2 regular size) at a garage sale for $5 today... good deal? - cheezz - 5:00pm on 01/31/10
1. and I didn't even know they made the large ones - 10x5x3 [NT] - cheezz - 5:04pm on 01/31/10
1. Excellent deal!~ I love finding treasures like that! [NT] - barb_b - 9:38am on 02/02/10
3. Depends - MariaDNoCA - 4:22am on 02/01/10
1. Don't worry, your secret is safe with us : ) What did you like about the meatloaf? Charlie has - barb_b - 9:43am on 02/02/10
1. I give up on meatloaf... - MariaDNoCA - 9:19pm on 02/03/10
• 17566. Monkfish? - dwavle - 9:59am on 01/31/10 (8)
1. Congratulations! That's quite an accomplishment. Can't help you with your request. I find monkfish - MarilynFL - 11:53am on 01/31/10
2. Monkfish is supposedly "poor man's lobster"...REC within... - Glennis_NoCA - 2:00pm on 01/31/10
1. Glennis, this one sounds delicious! [NT] - dwavle - 3:50pm on 01/31/10
3. congrats! can't help with the monkfish . It makes me think of Julia Child though. [NT] - AngAk - 3:30pm on 01/31/10
4. I love this one. And I have to believe it would be outstanding with monkfish, which I also adore. [NT] [LINK] - Marg CDN - 5:00pm on 01/31/10
1. This sounds wonderful, Marg! Now I'm going to have to get that Kaffir Lime Tree. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:05pm on 01/31/10
1. Michael, if you want me to mail you a few Kaffir Lime Leaves, send me a PM w/ our address. - Luisa_Calif - 9:21pm on 01/31/10
1. Thanks, Luisa, but I am going to buy the tree! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 12:05pm on 02/01/10
• 17567. Sampled this at Whole Foods: Salsa Vino (Grape salsa) it's sweetness was great with salty chips - MarilynFL - 11:41am on 01/31/10 (7)
1. Yum! Superbowl Sunday just got another salsa. Thanks Mar! - Dawn_MO - 12:05pm on 01/31/10
1. You're welcome. Everything was diced fairly small, so all flavors were on one chip. - MarilynFL - 12:37pm on 01/31/10
2. Lasik, yay. I had my eyes zapped in 1999, and believe it's a miracle. need reading glasses though. - AngAk - 3:36pm on 01/31/10
3. Interesting. Reminds me...have you ever had pickled grapes? Would love a recipe. Had them once on a - Traca - 3:08pm on 02/01/10
1. Here are a couple for you. - KC_ - 7:05pm on 02/01/10
1. Brilliant! I love the idea of rosting them. Currently collecting recipes to serve w/ cheese boards. [NT] - Traca - 2:12pm on 02/02/10
1. Grr, make that "roasting" [NT] - Traca - 3:21pm on 02/02/10
• 17568. No-Knead Baguette recipe [NT] [LINK] - Marsha tbay - 11:47am on 01/31/10 (0)
• 17569. Keeping your greens (lettuces) longer, what I've just discovered, quite by accident! - Marsha tbay - 3:33pm on 01/31/10 (1)
1. Eureka!! Now you've got to rush and patent that idea *g* [NT] - cheezz - 4:55pm on 01/31/10
• 17570. Easy Onion Dilly Bread, so good. today's project. REC - Janet in NC - 3:49pm on 01/31/10 (6)
1. Sounds delicious. Nothing better than fresh bread and hot soup on a cold day. Stay warm. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:32pm on 01/31/10
2. This sounds great, Janet! To ask a silly question, does it matter if you don't use a mixer? [NT] - ErininNY - 10:15pm on 01/31/10
1. I wouldn't think so but maybe one of the more experienced bread bakers here will chime in. [NT] - Janet in NC - 8:05am on 02/01/10
1. No onoly will you need to mix it by hand (and vigorously at that) but probably knead it a bit as > - Steve2 in LA - 2:34pm on 02/01/10
1. You know you THINK you proof your post and then THIS happens. . . "Not only . . . " [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 2:35pm on 02/01/10
3. Funny, I just bought the ingredients, planning to make this bread. - Anna_X - 10:54pm on 01/31/10
• 17571. I forgot to say...... - Janet in NC - 3:52pm on 01/31/10 (0)
• 17572. My recent meet-up with lovely Traca. No whackos in this picture. [NT] [IMAGE] - AngAk - 4:21pm on 01/31/10 (19)
1. and my 2 chefs in training [NT] [IMAGE] - AngAk - 4:25pm on 01/31/10
1. what you don't see in this pic is my dog at their feet waiting for goodies to drop. she's our roomba [NT] - AngAk - 1:50pm on 02/01/10
2. Yayyy, I'm so glad you two got to finally meet. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:33pm on 01/31/10
3. Trac is on the left? Grandies at the counter? [NT] - DawnNYS - 5:16pm on 01/31/10
1. I mean Traca - I think there's more vermiculite in the keyboard or something!! [NT] - DawnNYS - 5:20pm on 01/31/10
2. Ang is the one on the left. [NT] - Meryl - 6:46pm on 01/31/10
1. Yep, I'm the short blond on the left. my grandkids at the counter. serious decorating going on [NT] - AngAk - 1:48pm on 02/01/10
4. Awwww, two of my favorite ladies!!!! Hey, I was the missing wacko?? HUGS! [NT] - Nan - 6:32pm on 01/31/10
1. heehee, how many of us have family/friends who worry about out internet meet-ups?? I laugh. - AngAk - 1:51pm on 02/01/10
1. I don't know Ang.... there's some here I MIGHT worry about...heeheehee [NT] - cheezz - 4:18pm on 02/01/10
5. So appropriate that your picture is in front of the cookbooks/international cookbooks! So fun!~ [NT] - barb_b - 6:44pm on 01/31/10
6. Put you two over on the meetup page! Soooo cute :) [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 12:33am on 02/01/10
7. It looks like you had a great time. And in front of the cookbook section. ((giggle)) [NT] - EvaN - 4:48am on 02/01/10
8. Beautiful!! Nice to "meet" you both! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:53am on 02/01/10
9. Nice! Thanks for sharing the picture. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:39am on 02/01/10
10. What a wonderful day! Ang, I'd hang with you & your family any day! :) [NT] - Traca - 3:05pm on 02/01/10
11. Love seeing smiling faces! Hi girls! [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:39pm on 02/01/10
1. did I mention that Traca brought us chocolate for an impromptu tasting right there in Starbucks? - AngAk - 7:47pm on 02/01/10
12. Thanks for sharing! So nice to have a face to put with a name! [NT] - Glennis_NoCA - 1:47pm on 02/06/10
• 17573. How do you store fresh ginger root? [NT] - Kendall - 4:35pm on 01/31/10 (12)
1. A bit on the counter to use right away and the rest in the freezer [NT] - Nan - 4:38pm on 01/31/10
1. Exactly.... it seems to keep forever in the freezer and I grate it frozen. [NT] - cheezz - 4:57pm on 01/31/10
1. The same here [NT] - rhoward2va - 5:09pm on 01/31/10
1. Me too! [NT] - Elenor - 5:59pm on 01/31/10
2. I keep it in a container covered with dry sherry in the fridge. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:02pm on 01/31/10
1. I use white wine when I don't have sherry [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 8:13pm on 01/31/10
2. That sherry is then good in Asian stir-fries that also call for ginger. [NT] - Curious1 - 9:15am on 02/01/10
3. I do exactly the same as Michael. Hmmm, two bodies, one brain? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 2:39pm on 02/01/10
1. Be afraid, be very afraid!! Muahahahahahahahahahaha!!! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 3:34pm on 02/01/10
3. Ginger Root Drunks...I Can Deal With That! Thanks Y'all! [NT] - Kendall - 1:15am on 02/01/10
4. I've done all the above, but found it keeps a long time in a paper bag in fruit drawer of fridge. [NT] - Curious1 - 9:15am on 02/01/10
1. Yes, that's what I do too. Then you don't have other flavors interacting with it for recipes. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:53am on 02/02/10
• 17574. How do you store fresh ginger root? [NT] - Kendall - 6:54pm on 01/31/10 (11)
1. I freeze it in a good freezer container. When I want to use it... - KarenNoCA - 6:58pm on 01/31/10
1. If you slice some of it before you freeze it you will get A LOT of juice from it. . . - mistral - 9:43pm on 01/31/10
1. Great tip. I occasionally run across recipes for ginger juice. This looks like a perfect solution. [NT] - Traca - 2:51pm on 02/01/10
2. DUH! I didn't realize I posted this thread twice! Karen and mistral are not ginger root drunks! [NT] - Kendall - 1:17am on 02/01/10
3. Great tips - thanks so much! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:52am on 02/01/10
4. I never freeze ginger. I store it in the refrigerator. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:58am on 02/01/10
1. Me too [NT] - DawnNYS - 9:59pm on 02/01/10
5. My friend stores hers in the fridge in a small jar of rice wine vinegar. Keeps indefinitely. [NT] - Traca - 2:52pm on 02/01/10
1. seems the vinegar would be great in a dressing--Asian Cole Slaw?? - Nan - 1:08pm on 02/02/10
1. That too! Also, since many of the things I use ginger in end up being Asian, - Traca - 3:22pm on 02/02/10
6. In the freezer. Makes it so much easier to grate. [NT] - EvaN - 1:00pm on 02/02/10
• 17575. To check out: Chocolate Crunch Waffles with Caramel Sauce and Ice Cream [NT] [LINK] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 11:02pm on 01/31/10 (0)
• 17576. Alice Medrich Recipe - "Vanilla-Sparkling Wine Pound Cake," featured in Better Homes & Gardens [LINK] - GayR - 6:35am on 02/01/10 (6)
1. Here is a a photo of the cake and review - Out of the blue inspiration Blog [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 6:39am on 02/01/10
1. Pretty presentation! Will have to remember that. [NT] - cheezz - 4:19pm on 02/01/10
2. A friend made this for our Bunco group. - lorijean - 9:26am on 02/01/10
1. not overbake it, maybe [NT] - cheezz - 4:19pm on 02/01/10
3. DawnNYS, this looks like the kind of "white glaze" you were looking for. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:36pm on 02/01/10
1. Their recipe is pretty much what I did except I used milk instead of wine - my 2nd attempt was - DawnNYS - 6:46pm on 02/01/10
• 17577. I have six potato skins, each with a healthy dose of potato still in them. - Dawn_MO - 7:22am on 02/01/10 (8)
1. How about to fill them with chili or something like chicken fricassee? [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:31am on 02/01/10
1. Or beef fajitas? Use leftover mashed potatoes to make twice-baked potatoes with added ham? [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:56am on 02/01/10
2. How about shepherds pie. Or loaded potato soup. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 9:51am on 02/01/10
3. Our favorite is a burrito filling - desertjean - 10:32am on 02/01/10
4. I know this is too late but here is a fun idea - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:51am on 02/02/10
1. Wow! That sounds like a great breakfast idea.... would be fun for our women's breakfast potluck. Thx [NT] - cheezz - 11:40am on 02/02/10
2. oh yum! [NT] - AngAk - 1:42pm on 02/02/10
3. This sounds wonderful. Here's a whole list of toppings to choose from for next time. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 7:56pm on 02/02/10
• 17578. REC: Orange Polenta Cake -- a real winner [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 8:00am on 02/01/10 (0)
• 17579. This looks and sounds wonderful. REC: Island Pork Tenderloin [NT] [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 8:16am on 02/01/10 (9)
1. Yes, it's good, have made it several times. Enjoy. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 8:26am on 02/01/10
1. Check out the almost 600 reviews of it at Epi. [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 8:30am on 02/01/10
2. Love this recipe! Easy,fool proof and the flavors are interesting...It seems to "just work!" [NT] - barb_b - 9:13am on 02/01/10
3. I can't wait to try this. I didn't see all the great reviews on this. - Dawn_MO - 11:54am on 02/01/10
1. Add me to the fan list for this recipe. [NT] - Curious1 - 12:16pm on 02/01/10
4. I love this one too -- we make it for salads, too. Delicious! [NT] - PatBastrop - 12:35pm on 02/01/10
1. Sounds like one for the T&T files... [NT] - DawnNYS - 6:41pm on 02/01/10
1. Pat, would you mind posting it in TandT? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 7:04am on 02/02/10
1. Done. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:51am on 02/02/10
• 17580. Anyone have a good recipe for caramel flan? - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:48am on 02/01/10 (17)
1. Not caramel flan, but REC: Miracle Magarita Flan Cake from Heather SF [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 11:52am on 02/01/10
2. Ninfa's Flan Recipe - Melissa Dallas - 12:02pm on 02/01/10
3. REC: Flan -- foolproof and sooooo good! - PatBastrop - 12:47pm on 02/01/10
4. This recipe is the best.... by FAR of anything I've ever eaten - REC: Mexican Flan [LINK] - cheezz - 4:23pm on 02/01/10
1. Holding up two hands for this one. I got a marriage proposal from our British customer on this. [NT] - MarilynFL - 4:27pm on 02/01/10
1. I use 1/2 C of the Media cream and 1/2 C of the Media sour cream. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:35pm on 02/01/10
2. HA!! I think it's one reason my hubby is still married to me :) [NT] - cheezz - 9:05pm on 02/01/10
1. Has anyone else here made this one, too? [NT] - cheezz - 9:08pm on 02/01/10
2. Oh I love flan...must try, thank you! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 4:48pm on 02/01/10
1. The media crema is what makes this flan so incredibly smoooooooth.... drool! [NT] - cheezz - 9:05pm on 02/01/10
1. Do I need to go to a special store to get it? Is it some sorta canned cream? [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 3:00pm on 02/02/10
1. I buy it at the grocery or Target - Nestle brand in a can. I think you can get a fresh version [LINK] - cheezz - 11:22pm on 02/03/10
1. If you can't find it, Judy-TX posted a make-your-own version >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 11:23pm on 02/03/10
1. Great -- thanks! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 2:34pm on 02/04/10
3. I gotta try a recipe that resulted in a marriage proposal. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:44am on 02/02/10
1. me too ; ) [NT] - AngAk - 1:43pm on 02/02/10
5. Creme Caramel aka Flan - Sylvia - 5:12am on 02/03/10
• 17581. Best Online Grocery Stores [LINK] - desertjean - 11:29am on 02/01/10 (1)
1. That's a great list, thanks [NT] - aajay - 6:54am on 02/03/10
• 17582. Chile-Chicken Posole from FN magazine. I was a little skeptical because my other recipes have more [LINK] - Curious1 - 11:56am on 02/01/10 (0)
• 17583. T&T Pistou soup (vegetable soup from southern France) [LINK] - EvaN - 12:41pm on 02/01/10 (1)
1. This does sound good. Fast and easy, too. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:51pm on 02/01/10
• 17584. I'm hungry. What should I eat? [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:48pm on 02/01/10 (11)
1. Day 5 of my fast.... trust me, ANYTHING sounds good right now, but I'd vote for CHOCOLATE!!! [NT] - cheezz - 4:21pm on 02/01/10
1. Yep, that's what I went for... [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:40am on 02/02/10
2. Tuna melt with raw onions and cheddar cheese... [NT] - barb_b - 5:39pm on 02/01/10
3. Or a greek salad with good feta...... [NT] - barb_b - 5:40pm on 02/01/10
1. That's what I'm craving. Even better is the same salad with a grilled chicken breast... - Michael in Phoenix - 6:09pm on 02/01/10
1. YUM!~ I will have to remember that one!~ I think I had diner food on my mind last night!~ [NT] - barb_b - 9:35am on 02/02/10
4. Chicken a la King over rice with a side of green beans and a chunk of blue cheese! - DawnNYS - 6:39pm on 02/01/10
5. Carne asada burrito, garlic chile chicken ro hot and sour soup. Michael in Phoenix, get on the ball - Dawn_MO - 7:38pm on 02/01/10
1. When I win the lottery, Dawn, I'm hiring you as my personal chef! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 3:53am on 02/02/10
1. :) [NT] - Dawn_MO - 7:07am on 02/02/10
2. You are so right Dawn. I'm a total slacker. And now that Kip's in El Cajon is gone... - Michael in Phoenix - 5:27pm on 02/02/10
• 17585. Barbara in VA - tried your Asparagus w/ Sun-dried Tomato Vinaigrette [LINK] - Tessie in Cincy - 6:27pm on 02/01/10 (1)
1. Hi Tessie, So glad you liked it, thanks for letting me know! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 4:45pm on 02/02/10
• 17586. Any ideas for a stuffing for SB chicken breasts, without cheese or pork? [NT] - Cindy - 9:52pm on 02/01/10 (21)
1. Fennel, Apple, Onion and Bread Crumbs? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:15pm on 02/01/10
1. I like this with a little sage, rosemary and thyme (oh, sure add some parsley for a song) [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 1:37pm on 02/02/10
2. Lisa in LA's Greek-Style Stuffed Chicken Breasts are delicious. She must have posted it at Gail's, [LINK] - Curious1 - 7:47am on 02/02/10
3. Here's a mushroom stuffing option. You don't have to do rollups tho' just cut a pocket in the breast [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 8:05am on 02/02/10
4. Stuffed Chicken Marsala. Love this one, but it's decadent. - Curious1 - 11:25am on 02/02/10
5. Stuffed Chicken Breasts with filling variations from FC. - Curious1 - 11:27am on 02/02/10
6. Spinach Crab Chicken. Very good. - Curious1 - 11:30am on 02/02/10
7. Rolled Chicken Washington - Curious1 - 11:37am on 02/02/10
8. Thank you, all of you! - Cindy - 4:24pm on 02/02/10
9. I just realized all of these have pork and/or cheese(except Steve). Any ideas without? [NT] - Cindy - 4:31pm on 02/02/10
1. the one I liked to has no cheese or pork [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 4:42pm on 02/02/10
1. Thanks! I can leave off the cream, it sounds perfect! [NT] - Cindy - 4:53pm on 02/02/10
1. If you leave out the cream, maybe best to stuff pockets rather than roll, or they'll dry out. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 4:58pm on 02/02/10
2. So sorry, misread the request and didn't re-read. I need more sleep. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:50pm on 02/02/10
10. Here are some more to check out: [NT] - Meryl - 4:54pm on 02/02/10
1. Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Mushrooms and Spinach [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:55pm on 02/02/10
2. Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Cider Vinegar Sauce [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:55pm on 02/02/10
3. Apple, Currant, and Caraway Stuffed Chicken Breasts [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:55pm on 02/02/10
4. Tomato and Basil Stuffed Chicken Breasts [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:56pm on 02/02/10
1. Thanks Meryl, these look great.! [NT] - Cindy - 5:13pm on 02/02/10
1. You're welcome! Here's one more: Apple-Stuffed Chicken Breasts [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 5:16pm on 02/02/10
• 17587. How do you add a layer of cake to the center of a cheesecake? - oli - 9:54pm on 02/01/10 (12)
1. Well, without really looking at it I would say two skinny cheesecakes and one skinny - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:57pm on 02/01/10
1. I agree that the layers were made individually. [NT] [IMAGE] - Michael in Sarasota - 9:34am on 02/02/10
2. I have one that is a chocolate cake "crust" ... - desertjean - 10:26pm on 02/01/10
1. So, CathZ, if I understand you correctly.... - oli - 9:34am on 02/02/10
1. No- that is not what I meant - CathyZ from Kauai - 9:46am on 02/02/10
3. oli - Here is Domestic Goddess Adventures Blog featuring the Red Velvet White Chocolate Cake [LINK] - GayR - 11:30pm on 02/01/10
1. Oh! Did you see the cute, cute, cute cupcake wrappers she made? Pattern here, too >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 11:48pm on 02/01/10
1. ADORABLE cupcake wrappers. Bridal/baby shower alert! [NT] - Traca - 2:09pm on 02/02/10
2. Great blog - thanks for sharing! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:48am on 02/02/10
4. Junior's cheesecakes do that a lot. Here is one version with a sponge cake layer. - MarilynFL - 11:05am on 02/02/10
1. That sound like it will work, thanks a lot. Now its.... - oli - 12:58pm on 02/02/10
1. A cheesecake has a firm top around 35 minutes into the baking. I think it would be safe to layer - MarilynFL - 11:24am on 02/03/10
• 17588. Four Chicken Recipes [NT] [LINK] - Sylvia - 5:56am on 02/02/10 (1)
1. These sound wonderful, thanks. So many new things to try, so little time :) [NT] - Janet in NC - 3:13pm on 02/02/10
• 17589. Pat-NoCal I made your Pico de Gallo, PERFECT, thanks! [NT] - suz - 8:26am on 02/02/10 (4)
1. Yay! So glad you like it. What did you serve it with? [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:46am on 02/02/10
1. Rick Bayliss Roadside Chicken...I think that I screwed up on the chicken... - suz - 10:59am on 02/02/10
1. Ok, I'm giggling here. I saw this as "Road kill", but I'm sure it means roadside stand and is yummy [NT] - AngAk - 1:50pm on 02/02/10
1. LOL!!!!! Never thought about it that way. I will have to try it again with the right chili powder. [NT] - suz - 3:02pm on 02/02/10
• 17590. Valentine's Day Red Velvet Cheesecake anyone - Southern Living Recipe (reviews available) [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 8:48am on 02/02/10 (10)
1. I made this for Christmas dinner a few years back. It looked just like the picture. [NT] - GeorgiaRose - 12:24pm on 02/02/10
2. Am I the only one in the world who finds red cake to be b****y gross? [NT] - aajay - 6:56am on 02/03/10
1. you are not alone. not my favorite either. something about the 2 bottles of coloring. [NT] - AngAk - 1:04pm on 02/03/10
1. flavors not great, either - I think it's totally an eye-appeal kind of thing [NT] - cheezz - 11:27pm on 02/03/10
2. I wonder if you could use beet juice. I had a great chocolate cake once that had finely shredded > - Luisa_Calif - 8:15pm on 02/04/10
2. Lots of people are fans -- but I'm not really one of them either; to me -I agree it's eye candy [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:29am on 02/04/10
1. I have no use for it either. Phew, thought I was the ONLY one. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:09pm on 02/04/10
3. Red velvet is fine - it's BLUE velvet that's gross! [NT] [LINK] - Sandi in Hawaii - 10:53pm on 02/04/10
1. I dunno, blue and white for the COLTS? [NT] - AngAk - 11:31pm on 02/04/10
1. or the Dodgers?! TWO ounces food coloring... ugh! [NT] - cheezz - 2:29pm on 02/05/10
• 17591. Super Bowl food - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:24am on 02/02/10 (66)
1. Bonnie's Buffalo Chicken Dip [NT] [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 9:58am on 02/02/10
1. I've just got to try this - I remember everyone RAVING about it before - deb-in-MI - 3:23pm on 02/02/10
1. Probably both- it is a great recipe. I've made it several times. Always a hit. [NT] - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:47pm on 02/02/10
2. May I offer dissent? I made it twice, just to make sure I didn't goof it up the first time. - Michael in Phoenix - 5:23pm on 02/02/10
1. I had this to say after I made it. [NT] [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 5:38pm on 02/02/10
1. loved your commentary! [NT] - AngAk - 8:32pm on 02/02/10
2. Good to know - thanks Michael [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:23am on 02/03/10
2. Chile Con Queso, or "Rotle" from Pioneer Woman (keep warm in crock pot) - perfect for chip dipping [NT] [LINK] - Tess - 10:46am on 02/02/10
1. The PW Jalapeno thingies wrapped in bacon would go over big at the firehouse. lots of work though [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 2:28pm on 02/02/10
1. Ooh! Good idea. Tedious but not difficult... [NT] - Traca - 3:38pm on 02/02/10
2. Just be careful - PW posted that she made a very large batch, pepper fumes were overpowering [NT] [LINK] - Tess - 3:53pm on 02/02/10
1. Yeah, we had a similar problem once. Tasted chile in the air for three days. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:44pm on 02/02/10
1. and wear gloves! [NT] - AngAk - 8:29pm on 02/02/10
3. REC: Sausage-Stuffed French Loaves - MoNJ - 12:51pm on 02/02/10
1. wow. [NT] - AngAk - 1:52pm on 02/02/10
2. kind of a sausage-beef meatloaf baked in bread. cool. [NT] - cheezz - 1:56pm on 02/02/10
3. I've made something similar- It can get pasty if the French bread is not the right consistancy - CathyZ from Kauai - 4:56pm on 02/02/10
4. Oh My . . . I make something similar once in a blue moon . . . - magnoliainchicago - 8:01pm on 02/02/10
1. There's also this variation: Pork Tenderloin in Baguette [NT] - Shaun in TO - 9:47am on 02/03/10
1. oops--see below [NT] - Shaun in TO - 9:48am on 02/03/10
4. Sarah in Charleston had posted a copycat for White Castle sliders [LINK] - MoNJ - 12:57pm on 02/02/10
5. Cowboy Caviar has corn in it for the Colts----go Colts!! lots of other good stuff in T&T too [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 2:03pm on 02/02/10
1. this rump roast with peppers is easy and good on rolls. [LINK] - AngAk - 2:30pm on 02/02/10
6. Maybe a chutney cheese ball, or muffalettas? [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:35pm on 02/02/10
7. Dawn/MO posted a great recipe for Pepperoni Pizza dip - barb_b - 2:54pm on 02/02/10
1. the teens will love this one! who am I kidding?? I will love this one. [NT] - AngAk - 8:42pm on 02/02/10
8. Muffaletta Sandwiches on Sourdough - Emeril's Version [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 3:07pm on 02/02/10
9. Corn Dog muffins! I believe Orchid was the inspiration for my recipe....I changed it around - barb_b - 3:14pm on 02/02/10
1. Oh this is a fun little muchie. Love the addition of corn. I'll do that next time. [NT] - orchid - 10:21am on 02/03/10
10. Queso Fundido with Chorizo [LINK] - Melissa Dallas - 3:38pm on 02/02/10
11. To check out...Cheesy Bacon Weave; I think cooked sausage might be a nice addition to this. - barb_b - 3:47pm on 02/02/10
12. Thanks for all the good ideas, everyone. Lots to choose from! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:45pm on 02/02/10
1. Cuban Sandwich Crostini [LINK] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:48pm on 02/02/10
13. 'Who Dat'? I knew you guys would come up with lots of good ideas, so I can just copy. GO SAINTS! [NT] - Marianne - 8:16pm on 02/02/10
14. Roasted chicken sandwiches w/ pepper jack cheese & chili (chipotle) mayonnaise -from my to-try list: [LINK] - Meryl - 9:14pm on 02/02/10
15. Check these out: [NT] - Meryl - 9:28pm on 02/02/10
1. Flank Steak Sandwiches With Onions and Blue Cheese [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:29pm on 02/02/10
1. Huey's Italian Sausage Dog [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:29pm on 02/02/10
1. John Madden's Bbq Beef Sandwiches [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:29pm on 02/02/10
1. Super Italian Sub [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:30pm on 02/02/10
2. This sounds good, too. In fact, reading this thread is making me hungry. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:41pm on 02/03/10
16. "Upscale Pig in a Blanket." Use puff pastry and Kielbasa. Slice the Kielbasa on the bias into ovals. - Joe - 11:15pm on 02/02/10
1. You had me at "kielbasa". [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 2:44pm on 02/03/10
1. I,however,will be going with the mundane:Chile con Queso, Buffalo WIngs, Guac, Gumbo, Popcorn Rice> - Steve2 in LA - 2:59pm on 02/03/10
1. If that's your idea of mundane, what would upscale be? [NT] - Joe - 5:27pm on 02/03/10
1. Upscale? Baked Brie w/Fig , Chicken Liver Crostini [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 9:43pm on 02/03/10
1. (damn cat hit "enter") Fig Jam w/the brie, Swedish Meatballs, Wild Salmon en Croute, Shrimp Etoufee> - Steve2 in LA - 9:51pm on 02/03/10
1. Just plain Jalapenos? Surely you'd stuff them with something. Is the banana foster bread pudding one - Joe - 11:59pm on 02/04/10
1. The jalapenos would be Pioneer Woman's. Stuffed w/Cream Cheese, wrapped in Bacon. Not elegant ... - Steve2 in LA - 3:32pm on 02/05/10
1. ;-) [NT] - Joe - 3:35pm on 02/06/10
2. What is popcorn rice? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 5:28pm on 02/03/10
1. It's a long-grained rice that has an aroma similar to popped corn. Very nice with gumbo. - Steve2 in LA - 9:54pm on 02/03/10
1. where do you get that in L.A.? [NT] - cheezz - 3:36pm on 02/06/10
3. popcorn rice??? [NT] - cheezz - 9:40pm on 02/05/10
2. Joe, please take my hand and walk me through this....I'm slow. - orchid - 8:30pm on 02/03/10
1. I wish I'd taken a picture, but they disappear so fast. The sausage is cut aobut 3/8" thick. - Joe - 11:55pm on 02/04/10
1. Got it. I like this idea, thanks. [NT] - orchid - 6:26am on 02/05/10
3. We used to go to a bar that served something like this - they called it Puff Doggies :) - Sandi in Hawaii - 9:49am on 02/05/10
17. REC: Pork Tenderloin in Baguette - Shaun in TO - 9:48am on 02/03/10
1. This sounds good; what temperature is the oven? [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:14am on 02/03/10
2. I agree with you Amanda. How did you present this Shaun? [NT] - Dawn_MO - 10:19am on 02/03/10
1. Sorry, recipe now corrected. Presented just sliced into sandwiches about 3 inches long. If they're - Shaun in TO - 11:14am on 02/03/10
1. Could I add some cheese in? Or would it get overbaked and dry out? [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:39pm on 02/03/10
3. And thanks for the correction; I figured 350, but wanted to make sure. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:40pm on 02/03/10
18. Chicken & Roasted Pepper Bolognese Subs.You're in overload now but I'll post this anyway. - orchid - 9:16pm on 02/03/10
19. Thanks for all the posts! Hope everyone's cooking goes well. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:59pm on 02/04/10
• 17592. question for you baking gurus: when is a teaspoon of cookie dough JUST a teaspoon?? - cheezz - 11:38am on 02/02/10 (9)
1. Seems such a contradiction to use this type of measurement when - Luisa_Calif - 11:51am on 02/02/10
1. Yes, I've never figured that out... I would assume it's the same 'teaspoon' that you use - cheezz - 1:55pm on 02/02/10
2. My favorite? A "heaping" teaspoon. Heck, my heaps are so big, we call it a tablespoon! [NT] - Traca - 2:13pm on 02/02/10
3. And there's a flip side to this. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:02am on 02/03/10
1. Yup, they should say what they mean and mean what they say.... consistently! [NT] - cheezz - 11:32pm on 02/03/10
2. I had the same experience when I started to think about the sugar in my coffee. An actual tsp - Curious1 - 9:15am on 02/04/10
1. I know! I was shocked to think about how much sugar I'd been putting in my tea. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:58pm on 02/04/10
4. And then there is the moment of amusement when - Richard in Cincy - 9:05am on 02/04/10
1. hahaha. so true. I have never used an actual tsp for cookies, ever, I believe. [NT] - AngAk - 12:34pm on 02/04/10
• 17593. Interesting chocolate cake and the jambalaya looks good, too. [NT] [LINK] - Curious1 - 3:09pm on 02/02/10 (0)
• 17594. For all of you Griddler fans... [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 6:00pm on 02/02/10 (2)
1. Thanks, Dawn! Will check this out! [NT] - GayleMO - 5:59am on 02/03/10
2. Did you see the heart-shaped panini on a stick? Too cute - ridiculous, but cute *g* >> [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 11:35pm on 02/03/10
• 17595. Plainville Turkey lovers, it's a sad day... [LINK] - DawnNYS - 6:50pm on 02/02/10 (2)
1. Dawn, the Plainville Turkey Farm is in Pennsylvania, so not to worry.. - MarkinHouston - 5:40am on 02/03/10
1. I ain't driving to PA for dinner tho ;o) - original farm is here, but I was referring to the restaur - DawnNYS - 4:27pm on 02/03/10
• 17596. Gettin' the hell outta Dodge! - Mimi - 9:25pm on 02/02/10 (86)
1. My bags are packed and ready to go!!! [NT] - desertjean - 9:30pm on 02/02/10
1. All my bags are packed...I'm ready to go. I'm standin' here, outside yer door. [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:51am on 02/03/10
1. Oh, babe...I hate to go.... [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:38am on 02/03/10
2. OMG! I have been soooo confused. I woke up to the "for sale" page - orchid - 9:40pm on 02/02/10
3. .at is Austrian... Is Richard financing the move?! ;) - ErininNY - 9:57pm on 02/02/10
1. Thanks for the update, Mimi! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 12:09am on 02/03/10
2. Erin, yes, we'll officially need a strudel category - Richard in Cincy - 8:48am on 02/03/10
1. I hope we reside in the Von Trapp's ancestral home. my dream. is it still there? [NT] - AngAk - 1:16pm on 02/03/10
1. Yes, it is now a hotel. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 9:06am on 02/04/10
1. be still my heart and google here I come! [NT] - AngAk - 12:35pm on 02/04/10
2. Will there be Schnitzel pounding? [NT] - Sandra in New York - 9:53pm on 02/06/10
1. Aber natürlich. De rigueur. [NT] - Richard in Cincy - 3:53pm on 02/08/10
4. Off we go!!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 10:38pm on 02/02/10
5. Wait! You mean I managed to offend nearly everyone with my test posts all for naught!? (Well, poop!) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:12pm on 02/02/10
1. LOL [NT] - AngAk - 1:17pm on 02/03/10
6. Buckled Up and Ready to Roar! Thanks Mimi! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:22am on 02/03/10
7. Are we there yet? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 5:53am on 02/03/10
1. Aree we there yet? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 5:53am on 02/03/10
1. I have to go to the bathroom. Are we there yet? [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 5:54am on 02/03/10
1. How much longer?? Are we 1/2 way there??? Mimi said "hell"....I have to go the bathroom too - barb_b - 7:09am on 02/03/10
1. Too funny, and don't forget we're hungry & thirsty & I want to sit by the window. There were 3 of us [NT] - Curious1 - 8:16am on 02/03/10
1. You're touching me!!!! [NT] - AngAk - 1:17pm on 02/03/10
1. well, you looked at me first, ney, ney, na, na [NT] - Nan - 1:21pm on 02/03/10
1. Hey, where's the dog? WHERE'S THE DOG? OMG, TURN AROUND!! WE LEFT BLACKIE BEHIND!!! [NT] - Shaun in TO - 1:25pm on 02/03/10
1. Shhhhh, don't tell mom Danny brought the hamster. Lookit, he's under her seat, waking up. (teehee) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 1:34pm on 02/03/10
1. Now? How about now? Maybe, NOW? Now? What about NOW? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 3:01pm on 02/03/10
1. Squeal of brakes-----Get.Out.Of.The.Car.------Silence [NT] - AngAk - 6:28pm on 02/03/10
1. Do you think she is serious??? I'm not getting out...You started it.... [NT] - barb_b - 6:58pm on 02/03/10
1. I call shotgun! Ugh-oh, Mom says Don't Make M Come Back There... [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:37pm on 02/03/10
2. My parents once had to stop the car. The resulting scene wasn't pretty. ;) [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:02pm on 02/04/10
2. Mom! He breathed on me! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:36pm on 02/03/10
1. Oh no! They've stopped the car and are turning around in the seat! Aughhh! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 10:03pm on 02/03/10
1. I didn't do anything, it was Stevie. Look at this face, would I lie? [NT] [IMAGE] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:08am on 02/04/10
1. It doesn't get any cuter than that! [NT] - Curious1 - 9:09am on 02/04/10
2. I KNEW it! You ALWAYS liked him best. That's why HE got a puppy and all I got was a little brother. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:30pm on 02/04/10
1. Who was the tattle teller? [NT] - barb_b - 8:47am on 02/05/10
8. Wooo!! Here we gooooo! Thank you, Mimi! You are great to keep us posted!!! [NT] - GayleMO - 5:58am on 02/03/10
9. I'm all set for the move. - judy-mass - 7:40am on 02/03/10
1. Please do tell what is that "donate to save the swap"? [NT] - Barbara in VA - 8:02am on 02/03/10
1. Well, the swap is not paying for itself. No income whatsoever... - Mimi - 8:06am on 02/03/10
1. Please let the owner know how so very grateful we all are for this site. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 9:11am on 02/03/10
1. I second that! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 10:19am on 02/03/10
1. Ditto! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:39pm on 02/03/10
2. Mimi I would be happy to make a donation and I am sure others would too. However I have no - Barbara in VA - 11:16am on 02/03/10
3. I don't mind sending a contribution. What about, and I hate to even suggest this, ... - Michael in Phoenix - 11:59am on 02/03/10
1. That sounds like a good idea - wouldn't it be possible to have the forum on a - DawnNYS - 12:11pm on 02/03/10
2. Yeah I think we're going to have to go that route. - Mimi - 12:46pm on 02/03/10
1. I trust you completely Mimi. You have the same sensitivities we do. I love this place... - Michael in Phoenix - 2:58pm on 02/03/10
10. This has been a great ride, thanks so much Mimi!! I am looking forward to the next adventure! [NT] - Barbara in VA - 8:03am on 02/03/10
11. Mimi, is there any sort of "ballpark" idea for $$ donation. [NT] - MarilynFL - 9:55am on 02/03/10
1. The link down there has a pay pal set up for $9.00 a month. Now, - orchid - 10:03am on 02/03/10
1. Donations... - Mimi - 12:40pm on 02/03/10
1. I certainly understand the economics...and like your idea of individual donations vs. required. I - barb_b - 1:08pm on 02/03/10
1. REALLY good point about hierarchy. Totally agree. [NT] - Mimi - 1:14pm on 02/03/10
2. Very helpful Mimi. That gives me a better idea of the cost and I can - orchid - 2:30pm on 02/03/10
1. Orchid, you made PERFECT sense, thank you! [NT] - PatBastrop - 10:01am on 02/04/10
2. Would you guys prefer to be able to select your own amount? - Mimi - 12:47pm on 02/03/10
1. I think that is a great idea. [NT] - EvaN - 2:13pm on 02/03/10
12. Mimi, I'll follow you everywhere! (((hug))) - EvaN - 10:07am on 02/03/10
1. Now I have Ricky Nelsons's song in my head. "I will follow you, follow you wherever you may go." [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 10:12am on 02/03/10
1. There isn't an ocean too deep, a mountain so high it can keep me away [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 10:13am on 02/03/10
1. I must follow you ever since you touched my hand I know [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 10:13am on 02/03/10
1. That near you I always must be and nothing can keep you from me. You are my destiny. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 10:14am on 02/03/10
1. Sing it!! :o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 10:19am on 02/03/10
2. We had something similiar in our house; every night....Love you higher than the sky, deeper than the - barb_b - 10:31am on 02/03/10
2. I have the John Denver song: Follow me where I go, what I do, who I know... - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:38am on 02/03/10
1. Great song... [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:04pm on 02/03/10
1. LOVE John Denver. And Mimi. :) [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 3:35pm on 02/03/10
3. Yes, thanks for all you do Mimi [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:17pm on 02/03/10
4. ya gotta love this thread! - PatBastrop - 12:20pm on 02/03/10
1. Are we gonna make a stop soon? I forgot before we left. [NT] - desertjean - 4:40pm on 02/03/10
13. DO WE HAVE TO CHANGE our Bookmarks? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:06pm on 02/03/10
1. Yep, new URL. It should work for awhile since there will be a redirect, but... - Mimi - 12:27pm on 02/03/10
1. Thanks [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:33pm on 02/03/10
14. hey Mimi, you got by our censor!! feeling your excitement. we love ya. [NT] - AngAk - 1:14pm on 02/03/10
15. Thanks for the support guys. :o) - Mimi - 1:29pm on 02/03/10
16. Mimi - could you repost the new URL in it's entirety? [NT] - deb-in-MI - 3:58pm on 02/03/10
1. it's not ready yet, but it will be: http://eat.at [NT] - Mimi - 5:51pm on 02/03/10
17. Great job, as always, Mimi. We are so grateful. A few membership questions - MoNJ - 4:56pm on 02/03/10
1. Everything she said ;-) [NT] - Cindy - 5:19pm on 02/03/10
2. For lurkers vs. members, same as now. - Mimi - 5:50pm on 02/03/10
1. Thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 6:11pm on 02/03/10
1. "Fee"? Is this a definate thing or are we all just brainstorming? [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:18pm on 02/04/10
1. Nononono, "donation" is a better word. :o) [NT] - Mimi - 6:54am on 02/05/10
18. Hey, maybe we can get a cruise outta this... better than a road trip! THANKS Mimi :) [NT] - cheezz - 11:46pm on 02/03/10
19. Fun trip, and look! we ended up in Austria! lol [NT] - DawnNYS - 12:01pm on 02/07/10
• 17597. Yukky question -- what to make for DH who is having a colonoscopy next week? - PatBastrop - 10:44pm on 02/02/10 (20)
1. Wow, that is new?? I am old so have had three with no diet restrictions? - Nan - 11:32pm on 02/02/10
1. I've never known anyone to have to follow that diet either, but googling shows it's standard with - Curious1 - 8:29am on 02/03/10
2. Stuffed potatoes with cheese, etc., roasted potatoes with herbs and spices, goat cheese or cheddar - Meryl - 12:07am on 02/03/10
3. My first thought is a hot turkey sandwich over white bread with - Liz D - 6:37am on 02/03/10
4. Can't help w/ the diet, that is knew to me... BUT, I found it interesting that the dr. said NO - barb_b - 7:03am on 02/03/10
1. That's the versed at work.. - judy-mass - 7:50am on 02/03/10
1. My doctor explained that with this sedative you can follow instructions to move slightly to make it - Nan - 8:44am on 02/03/10
2. Agree completely, Nan. The versed didn't work on me and I turned over and whacked the - CynUpstateNY - 9:23am on 02/03/10
1. Oh my! It totally worked for me. craziest state of being ever. [NT] - AngAk - 1:28pm on 02/03/10
5. Thanks for the suggestions! I had one 5 years ago, but except for red meat and red dyes - PatBastrop - 9:22am on 02/03/10
6. You mean he ONLY has to watch a diet and he doesn't have to do . . . - mistral - 11:42am on 02/03/10
1. Oh, no. He HAS to do that other stuff. I already told him he was not allowed - PatBastrop - 12:18pm on 02/03/10
1. They gave my mom some stuff called "Go Litely" but for her it shoulda been called. . . - mistral - 6:21pm on 02/03/10
7. would no grains include pasta if he can have white bread? [NT] - AngAk - 1:24pm on 02/03/10
1. I am thinking yes, but the exclusion of rice confounds me. Mixed messages, eh? [NT] - PatBastrop - 1:34pm on 02/03/10
8. I could live on roast chicken & fish for a week, but what about souffle? Stratta? [NT] - Traca - 5:47pm on 02/03/10
9. These responses are SO different from my experience. - MarilynFL - 7:36pm on 02/03/10
1. LOL! Kaiser doesn't like full colonoscopies; they break it into two procedures, neither of which - Joe - 9:18pm on 02/03/10
1. Souffle, now there's an idea -- he'd order a procedure once a month! LOL [NT] - PatBastrop - 10:37pm on 02/03/10
2. LOL! [NT] - AngAk - 12:38pm on 02/04/10
• 17598. Beth Hensperger (A Favorite of Mine) Website -- Great Recipes [NT] [LINK] - GayR - 7:12am on 02/03/10 (1)
1. Home cooking with a heavy dose of comfort foods. Thanks Gay! Looks delicious. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 7:48am on 02/03/10
• 17599. Old-Fashioned Beef Stew from Pat-NoCal and Charlie. Dh wanted an old timey beef stew without [LINK] - Curious1 - 8:23am on 02/03/10 (5)
1. Nice hearty winter fare. So glad you liked it C1. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 9:03am on 02/03/10
1. Is this in T&T? [NT] - AngAk - 1:32pm on 02/03/10
1. It is now [NT] - charlie - 2:07pm on 02/04/10
1. There's an almost identical version in the archives, with canned tomatoes and red wine. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 6:11pm on 02/04/10
1. I have that one also, but really needed one without the tomatoes. This one filled the bill. [NT] - Curious1 - 7:33pm on 02/04/10
• 17600. I'm having guests for dinner this week and I want to do this - KarenNoCA - 11:23am on 02/03/10 (5)
1. I would cook all the way through and then reheat gently the following day. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 11:35am on 02/03/10
1. I vote for this too! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:33pm on 02/03/10
2. Me three. Taste will only improve. What kinda wine you serving? If you can get a Cinq Cepage, it - Steve2 in LA - 3:07pm on 02/03/10
1. Can't find those two wines in Redding. I went with a 2005 Ravenswood Pinot Noir - KarenNoCA - 7:02pm on 02/03/10
3. Me four. It will be even better as long as the heat is gentle. [NT] - Joe - 9:21pm on 02/03/10
• 17601. Anyone ever make buckwheat kasha? I have some and I've never cooked it before - Melissa Dallas - 12:30pm on 02/03/10 (8)
1. I've made it many times, usually for kasha varnishkes.It comes in 3 size grains, fine, medium, and - Meryl - 4:49pm on 02/03/10
2. This made me laugh, thinking of George Constanza in a classic Seinfeld episode! Needed that. :) [NT] - MoNJ - 4:59pm on 02/03/10
1. Huh???? Guess you had to be there. :) [NT] - Meryl - 5:09pm on 02/03/10
3. Ahhh . . . Kasha!!! - magnoliainchicago - 7:43pm on 02/03/10
4. Thank you both. I love buckwheat pancakes so I think I'll like it. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 8:14pm on 02/03/10
1. It's best with gravy, like from a brisket. [NT] - Cindy - 10:06pm on 02/03/10
1. I have read that buckwheat was the original accompaniment to stroganoff-not noodles. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:17pm on 02/04/10
5. Like Meryl, I also use the egg trick. Great when cooked w/ broth and topped w/ grilled portobello, - ErininNY - 10:25pm on 02/03/10
• 17602. For griddler owners, what is your favorite use for it besides paninis? [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 12:31pm on 02/03/10 (18)
1. I grill vegetables in mine. [NT] - EvaN - 2:05pm on 02/03/10
2. Grilled chicken tenders. [NT] - desertjean - 2:45pm on 02/03/10
1. Me too. Also steak. [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:29pm on 02/03/10
1. hamburgers; grilled cheese sammies; grilled onions [NT] - cheezz - 11:53pm on 02/03/10
2. We thought it made chicken tough, so now we dust it lightly with flour and no more problems. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:03am on 02/04/10
3. I like doing a whole breakfast on it....smashed Yukons, bacon, eggs, & toast. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:28pm on 02/03/10
1. How do you do the eggs? - Sandi in Hawaii - 1:44am on 02/04/10
1. Open flat, griddle side turned to 300 degrees, butter, then eggs. - MarilynFL - 11:01am on 02/04/10
1. Wow, your gridler is a lot larger than mine! [NT] - DawnNYS - 10:24pm on 02/04/10
4. Hands down: flat bacon... - MariaDNoCA - 9:28pm on 02/03/10
1. 3 minutes at what heat setting? Mine has low, med, high and sear [NT] - cheezz - 11:54pm on 02/03/10
1. Mine is old and has no var heat setting so I'd try med then take a peek - MariaDNoCA - 2:30pm on 02/04/10
1. gotta try that... should be good for keeping that popping grease under control too! [NT] - cheezz - 5:53pm on 02/04/10
1. No mess at all, and no uncooked bits of bacon around edges. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 8:01pm on 02/04/10
5. I've made griiled pizzas. - Sandi in Hawaii - 1:46am on 02/04/10
1. I would have never gone down that path. I'm unsure whether to thank you or not! [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:20pm on 02/04/10
6. Thanks everyone for the good ideas. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 8:12pm on 02/04/10
7. We like grilled burritos. Take burrito dujour, lightly oil and press for 3-4 minutes. Fit t'eat. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 8:32pm on 02/04/10
• 17603. A Peg Bundy Valentine - Bklyn Joe - 1:56pm on 02/03/10 (3)
1. Here's a link to the website for the shop. My sweet tooth aches ... [NT] [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 2:36pm on 02/03/10
1. Oofah! I'd eat 'em in a heart beat but $100+shipping is a little steep. Of course, I'm a Philistine. [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 3:16pm on 02/03/10
1. ...and that's why we love you. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:27pm on 02/03/10
• 17604. Let's talk about carmelizing onions. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 4:05pm on 02/03/10 (21)
1. I think the sweet onions have a higher sugar content so you get more of a carmelized flavor. I've>> - Luisa_Calif - 4:40pm on 02/03/10
1. I use regular brown or yellow onions and cook them very slowly--first they steam in their own liquid - Joe - 5:06pm on 02/03/10
1. Exactly what I do. But it can take time, so some recipes shortcut with sweet onions and/or sugar. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 5:50pm on 02/03/10
2. I either add a little sugar or white wine to the regular or sweet onions (nt) [NT] - daricem - 4:43pm on 02/03/10
3. I find sweet onions too sweet for French Onion Soup. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 5:29pm on 02/03/10
1. me too. [NT] - AngAk - 6:23pm on 02/03/10
2. Oh, me too! I made some not long ago and it was disgusting-like eating maple syrup. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 8:15pm on 02/03/10
3. Me jumping into the fray too. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:56am on 02/04/10
4. The pan's the key for me. I think it was DawnMO who recommended - MarilynFL - 7:27pm on 02/03/10
1. Interesting. I've been using my cast iron pan but haven't gotten great results. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:47pm on 02/03/10
1. Am I the only one that starts out with butter???? - SusanKentfieldCa - 8:19pm on 02/03/10
1. I do too. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 9:07pm on 02/03/10
2. Either oil or butter, or both, depending on the recipe. [NT] - Joe - 9:10pm on 02/03/10
1. Me, too. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:08pm on 02/03/10
3. A little salt -just a sprinkle- has been proven to speed up the process and render... - Michael in Phoenix - 11:20pm on 02/03/10
4. Always butter for me too, and a sprinkle of sugar. Once their water evaporates I add a 1/4 c of H2O - Heather_in_SF - 11:30am on 02/05/10
1. Here's a message Charley sent me about freezing carmelized onions: [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:22pm on 02/05/10
1. Whoops--here's the message: - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:23pm on 02/05/10
1. what a great idea! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 2:32pm on 02/05/10
2. Oh that is so brilliant!! I will do this next time!! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 9:11am on 02/06/10
5. This made me hungry for BBQed Chicken w/carmelized onions and brie - MariaDNoCA - 9:54pm on 02/05/10
• 17605. Wah! My fav burger place in town closed. - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 7:50pm on 02/03/10 (21)
1. If you're in town, drop by . . . I'll take you to Fat Burger which will make you forget it all! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 9:58pm on 02/03/10
1. I heard a comedian mention Fat Burger. He said he "saw Kirk Cameron there, and... - Michael in Phoenix - 11:16pm on 02/03/10
2. I hear Father's Office in Culver City is the best... they cook them in bacon fat I believe [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 12:05am on 02/04/10
1. I work about a block from Fat Burger and have never tried it.... just hate the name! [NT] - cheezz - 12:05am on 02/04/10
1. We have one within walking distance. Steve, when you are in the area again - - LisainLA - 9:25am on 02/04/10
1. might just do that. Think I'll be down that way-ish to pick up the chiller for my wine cellar. . . - Steve2 in LA - 8:22pm on 02/04/10
2. Not gonna wait in line for an hour, pay too much for a burger I you have to eat THEIR way. - Steve2 in LA - 8:16pm on 02/04/10
3. Sounds good! [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:56pm on 02/04/10
2. If you are ever out this way you gotta try Kirk's Burgers [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 2:26pm on 02/04/10
1. I can see a tour of California burger joints shaping up... [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:57pm on 02/04/10
1. funny lunch today: waiting for Chinese take out, I had a seat that looked right into the kitchen. - AngAk - 6:01pm on 02/04/10
2. Maria, are you in the South Bay area? I spent far too much time in Sunnyvale. Gonna be there - Steve2 in LA - 8:34pm on 02/04/10
1. I work in Sunnyvale.... - MariaDNoCA - 2:44am on 02/05/10
1. I think it was the "with pineapple" part that gave you away. I'll give it a try. Thanks! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 3:37pm on 02/05/10
3. Why have I never heard of this place before? Gosh, must try soon! [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 11:34am on 02/05/10
1. Was thinking the same thing when I read it. Shot an email to some foodie-girlfriends and - Pat-NoCal - 12:48pm on 02/05/10
1. Road Trip!! I've been compiling a list of places to go, I should share that with you :-) [NT] - Heather_in_SF - 9:10am on 02/06/10
1. Yesss, please do. Sending you a PM. ;) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 10:00am on 02/06/10
4. And if you want Hot Dogs you go to Happy Hound [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 1:50pm on 02/05/10
1. And of upi [NT] - cheezz - 2:33pm on 02/05/10
1. oops.... and if you're up in Sacramento, be sure and go to Heavenly Dog - OH MY!!! [LINK] - cheezz - 2:34pm on 02/05/10
• 17606. ISO Luisa: I just saw your post asking which Sunset Breads book had the poppy seed... [LINK] - Michael in Phoenix - 8:20pm on 02/03/10 (1)
1. That's not either of the books I have. - Luisa_Calif - 8:44pm on 02/03/10
• 17607. Beautiful words...(FRC) - Traca - 9:27pm on 02/03/10 (5)
1. If that were under 100 characters I'd steal it for my signature. [NT] - Joe - 9:30pm on 02/03/10
1. Me too! Too funny... [NT] - Traca - 4:48pm on 02/04/10
2. (((Traca))) - AngAk - 12:48pm on 02/04/10
1. Coincidence? Lemon chiffon pie is one of my favorites. ;) xoxo [NT] - Traca - 4:50pm on 02/04/10
3. Lemon Chiffon...the "other" blond flirt! Lovely! [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:18pm on 02/04/10
• 17608. More stove talk... FRC - DawnNYS - 9:22am on 02/04/10 (15)
1. I feel your pain, missy. It's driving me crazy hearing ads now saying "Are your appliances - MarilynFL - 9:47am on 02/04/10
1. I felt the pain when my $700 European made under-the-counter washer committed - aajay - 10:08am on 02/04/10
2. I've read parts won't be available for appliances more than 7-8 years old. Forced obsolescence [NT] - Curious1 - 11:01am on 02/04/10
3. Glad it's working again! Yes, the autoclean is what made my old one - DawnNYS - 1:37pm on 02/04/10
4. I really doubt, Dawn, that the stove heating that way is normal...someone is feeding you - KarenNoCA - 6:13pm on 02/04/10
2. But does anyone have a new-ish coil stove whose top heats up ridiculously hot like this? [NT] - DawnNYS - 1:36pm on 02/04/10
1. Three words for you....call the manufacturer!!! Let them tell you whether this is normal behavior - Pat-NoCal - 4:11pm on 02/04/10
2. My old, cheap stove that came with this rental gets hot when the oven is on, but just the two back - Heather_in_SF - 11:40am on 02/05/10
3. ! From the sounds of it, seems like the 7th circle of h*ll where stoves are being made these days... [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 2:15pm on 02/04/10
1. And research in Consumer Reports. [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 2:22pm on 02/04/10
1. This "is" their recommended model at the low end of the price scale - hmmph! [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:40pm on 02/05/10
2. can you go to the store with that model and can they plug it in and fire it up? [NT] - AngAk - 6:05pm on 02/04/10
1. Not my lazy sales guy. I'm exchanging it. [NT] - DawnNYS - 2:40pm on 02/05/10
3. You need to be careful of "scratch & dent" stores. They used to have good - MarilynFL - 7:16pm on 02/04/10
1. Good to know! - MariaDNoCA - 7:55pm on 02/04/10
• 17609. Does anyone have a good T&T recipe for a rum baba or savarin? Can it be made ahead a maybe frozen? - Elenor - 9:36am on 02/04/10 (3)
1. I love Laura Calder's foolproof recipe for savarin. You can "soak" it a day ahead. You could [LINK] - Shaun in TO - 9:52am on 02/04/10
1. I agree. I've made this one several times. It's foolproof. I load mine with triple sec. [NT] - Marg CDN - 4:54pm on 02/04/10
2. Thanks Shaun. Im going to make 2 the day before like you suggested . And thanks Marg. for your - Elenor - 5:24pm on 02/04/10
• 17610. What is the recipe on the home page of Foodtv.com? - Kathleen - 10:18am on 02/04/10 (3)
1. Here you go Kathleen. REC: Chili in a Biscuit Bowl [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 10:28am on 02/04/10
2. I think it's this one... [NT] [LINK] - GeorgiaRose - 10:29am on 02/04/10
3. Perfect. Thank you so much! I think I will try it. [NT] - Kathleen - 11:23am on 02/04/10
• 17611. Can I use that Amish Friendship bread starter for La Brea bread??? [LINK] - MarilynFL - 12:46pm on 02/04/10 (6)
1. I think that since the Amish starter is so high in sugar it might not work. But try this... - Joe - 1:40pm on 02/04/10
1. Wow. As a novice breadmaker I know this is a golden tip, but still slightly over my head.... [NT] - Traca - 4:53pm on 02/04/10
1. Only the first paragraph is important. I do go on. [NT] - Joe - 5:46pm on 02/04/10
2. Joe, I went with option 1 and will check tomorrow. Thanks. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:12pm on 02/04/10
1. It's a'fermentin! Removed half and fed again. [NT] - MarilynFL - 11:03am on 02/05/10
1. I'm so excited. Could you please install a web cam? [NT] - Joe - 12:14pm on 02/05/10
• 17612. Please could some one direct me to the recipe for caramalized jalopenos...TIA [NT] - joanietoo - 12:50pm on 02/04/10 (4)
1. could it be the Candied Jalapenos? [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 12:54pm on 02/04/10
2. Thank You Ang...I even spelt jalapenos wrong... [NT] - joanietoo - 1:14pm on 02/04/10
3. I use the cowboy candy one in this one-- - Nan - 6:39pm on 02/04/10
4. Well, I dont know, I just dont know??....I followed the recipe, perhaps I had too many..... - joanietoo - 8:24am on 02/05/10
• 17613. Question--what glue(?) should be used to repair a ceramic mug? My boss's 5 yr old daughter - MoNJ - 12:59pm on 02/04/10 (7)
1. JudyMass would know--she's a potter. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 5:40pm on 02/04/10
2. I just repaired 3 mugs with Gorilla Glue. LOVE that stuff. Just be sure not to put too much on or - Steve2 in LA - 8:41pm on 02/04/10
1. That's what happened to me. I ruined a teapot lid because the glue isn't as obvious - MarilynFL - 6:30am on 02/05/10
1. I find that putting the thinnest layer possible, then clamping in some way (rubber bands work well) - Steve2 in LA - 3:40pm on 02/05/10
3. Is the crack on the inside? - judy-mass - 6:42am on 02/05/10
1. Thanks...I just broke my favorite pottery bowl...I admit I cried. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:09am on 02/05/10
1. Caveat: I don't usually cry over broken dishes, but I was having a weak moment. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 10:10am on 02/05/10
• 17614. I hope those in VA/MD/DC have stocked up on milk and tp! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 1:37pm on 02/04/10 (16)
1. I just got back from the store. Costco was packed.I just pray we don't lose power. nt [NT] - rosie - 2:20pm on 02/04/10
2. Wow, this is a really weird year. Eureka, a coastal town about three hours from us, just got a 6.0 - KarenNoCA - 6:06pm on 02/04/10
1. Yes, this was in the same place as last month, off coast from Ferndale. [LINK] - Luisa_Calif - 7:10pm on 02/04/10
1. This always reminds me to check and rotate my earthquake supplies. [NT] - LisainLA - 10:04pm on 02/04/10
2. I was staying at a friend's house and really felt it. The house shimmied sideways - Heather_in_SF - 10:52am on 02/05/10
1. Where is your friend? I didn't feel it here up in Vacaville. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 11:26am on 02/05/10
2. Over by Stern Grove in San Francisco. It's sand dunes out there and very wiggly. - Heather_in_SF - 9:07am on 02/06/10
1. Well you are closer to the coast, esp by the Park. and it was an off shore quake. Scarey in those > - Luisa_Calif - 12:07pm on 02/06/10
3. Please stay safe, folks. [NT] - EvaN - 1:58pm on 02/05/10
4. Amanda are you missing all the fun?? We are scheduled for 24-36" between now and tomorrow evening... - Barbara in VA - 6:40pm on 02/05/10
1. Oh yeah! Snowed in on the weekend -- lovely, lovely! My son - PatBastrop - 8:14pm on 02/05/10
2. I heard you all got walloped. And more coming this week! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:47pm on 02/07/10
5. Just make sure your outside vents are clear... CO2 can build up - have heard horror stories! [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:57pm on 02/05/10
6. I almost broke my a** today - went out in the slushy ice to scrape the stuff off the car, and I - Meryl - 9:04pm on 02/05/10
1. (((Meryl))) [NT] - LisainLA - 5:56pm on 02/07/10
2. Ice is evil. Once broke my elbow falling on ice. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:48pm on 02/07/10
• 17615. RICHARD: See post # 17548 [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 5:52pm on 02/04/10 (11)
1. OMG ! that was SO good! If I never have another dessert, I will die happy ! - Luisa_Calif - 9:21pm on 02/04/10
1. Monkuchen 1 [NT] [IMAGE] - Luisa_Calif - 9:33pm on 02/04/10
2. Mohnkuchen 2 [NT] [IMAGE] - Luisa_Calif - 9:34pm on 02/04/10
3. Mohnkuchen 3 [NT] [IMAGE] - Luisa_Calif - 9:35pm on 02/04/10
4. What size pan did you use? The recipe doesn't say. thanks nt [NT] - Liz D - 9:10am on 02/05/10
1. I figured it was probably standard size 8 inch pan. But since there are only 2 of us I did 2/3 of a - Luisa_Calif - 10:16am on 02/05/10
1. It's very forgiving. I usually use 8. - Richard in Cincy - 4:05pm on 02/08/10
5. Ausgezeichnet! Yay! - Richard in Cincy - 3:49pm on 02/08/10
1. I'm just wondering how soon I can make it again!!! Off to store to buy some more popy seeds - Luisa_Calif - 4:19pm on 02/08/10
1. No not at all if that's the flavor you prefer... - Richard in Cincy - 4:42pm on 02/08/10
1. Well then When I try it with Your filling recipe I will use the lemon zest and try the - Luisa_Calif - 6:34pm on 02/08/10
• 17616. deb-in-MI your inbox is full! [NT] - Mimi - 6:53am on 02/05/10 (1)
1. Sorry - I just now cleared it! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:31am on 02/05/10
• 17617. If you had to choose between getting a panini grill and a "seal-a-meal" which would you get? [NT] - Sarah in Charleston - 7:52am on 02/05/10 (14)
1. vacuum sealer. You can devise other ways to grill. [NT] - Janet in NC - 8:05am on 02/05/10
2. Love my panini; do not have a seal thingy... When do you use them? Could you use tupperware? - barb_b - 8:36am on 02/05/10
1. vacuum sealer definitely, Barb, and there are lots of reasons.. - MarkinHouston - 9:24am on 02/05/10
1. And don't forget blocks of cheese. It will keep cheese as fresh as - orchid - 1:22pm on 02/05/10
2. OMG, I use my Food Saver everyday, more than once... - KarenNoCA - 2:52pm on 02/05/10
3. Our sealer is under the sink, can't remember last time it was used. Panini is at least once a week. - desertjean - 9:48am on 02/05/10
4. See the food blog Kayln's Kitchen for a recent article on numerous uses for the sealer. [NT] - Janet in NC - 10:04am on 02/05/10
5. Use my sealer much more often! [NT] - CynUpstateNY - 2:24pm on 02/05/10
6. While I use my griller a lot, a frying pan with a heavy tea kettle on top could do the same - DawnNYS - 2:35pm on 02/05/10
7. Food Saver, definitely. [NT] - cheezz - 2:36pm on 02/05/10
8. I use my sealer much more than I used my grill. [NT] - LisainLA - 4:38pm on 02/05/10
9. I don't ever make paninis but I use my food sealer to vac food for the freezer to save freezer - Luisa_Calif - 4:42pm on 02/05/10
1. Don't have a food sealer but I use my panini maker all the time. Whatta woild, huh? [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 11:33pm on 02/05/10
10. Got a birthday coming up, Sarah? I see another gift in your future. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:16pm on 02/06/10
• 17618. Bread question: I made some Kick @$$ sourdough ciabatta nad attempting it again but>>> [IMAGE] - Luisa_Calif - 11:33am on 02/05/10 (6)
1. Looks good to me! Perhaps the bottom of the loaf gets hotter faster and the yeast dies off sooner... - Joe - 12:12pm on 02/05/10
1. Not sure I quite get this as I did let it do the first rise in the bowl. Flopped it out on the >> - Luisa_Calif - 12:32pm on 02/05/10
1. Louisa, if I understand Joe correctly, on the second rise, you fold it like croissant dough - Traca - 2:37pm on 02/05/10
1. So you mean after the first rise, before the second, do the folds like laminated doughs? - Luisa_Calif - 2:50pm on 02/05/10
1. Yes, like a business letter, twice, or like croissant dough, but not as exact. . - Joe - 7:03pm on 02/05/10
2. This looks like the photos my doctor shows me to keep up with my osteopenia treatment. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:34pm on 02/05/10
• 17619. Indian Pulao - spicy rice with vegetables - EvaN - 2:01pm on 02/05/10 (4)
1. This sounds delish Eva, I am going to try this in my rice cooker. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 8:26am on 02/06/10
2. Sounds like a lot of garam masala for 1 cup rice.... it wasn't too strong? [NT] - cheezz - 3:40pm on 02/06/10
3. chezz, it's 1 cup uncooked rice, so it's closer to 2 cups when cooked. Also, I really like - EvaN - 9:42am on 02/08/10
1. oh no, I love cumin.... I just thought the garam masala (the one I have) is strong. Sounds good tho! [NT] - cheezz - 5:44pm on 02/08/10
• 17620. Bacon grease; what do you do with yours? - MariaDNoCA - 2:46pm on 02/05/10 (17)
1. Mine goes into a soup can covered with a snap on lid then stored in the freezer. Have similar cans - Steve2 in LA - 3:46pm on 02/05/10
1. LOL! [NT] - LisainLA - 4:34pm on 02/05/10
2. 3 gallons and counting. And don't knock duck fat Cap'n Crunch til you've tried it! [NT] - Joe - 10:58pm on 02/05/10
2. I strain mine into a clean empty coffe can, and keep it on the counter. I do toss it - LisainLA - 4:36pm on 02/05/10
1. ~tosses up another 'e' for my coffee~ [NT] - LisainLA - 4:36pm on 02/05/10
2. Ours goes into an empty coffee can that we keep under our sink with a tight fitting lid - KarenNoCA - 6:49pm on 02/05/10
3. Freezer for Cafe Beaujolais's potato homefries. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:32pm on 02/05/10
1. Alton Brown says you can put cooking oil in your yard because it's 100 percent biodegradable, unlike - MarilynFL - 6:33pm on 02/05/10
1. True confessions: I've been hanging around organic gardeners too long. I've started burying grease, - Joe - 10:32am on 02/06/10
2. Mar, can't open your AB post -- I think maybe the percent sign did something? - MariaDNoCA - 9:31pm on 02/05/10
1. Yes, it did. I took the per cent sign out of the "bad request" address and got a post. (nt) [NT] - mistral - 10:40pm on 02/05/10
2. Thanks Maria. I fixed it. [NT] - MarilynFL - 1:14pm on 02/06/10
3. From the Alton Brown "Fry Hard I" episode, he says that he puts old - MarilynFL - 1:50pm on 02/06/10
1. Home Fries - MarilynFL - 2:01pm on 02/06/10
1. Yum - you've got me hungry for breakfast already... [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:49pm on 02/06/10
4. I was just talking to a woman today who uses hers in cole slaw. She - DawnNYS - 7:47pm on 02/06/10
1. I've done something similar, but hot. It's a Patricia Wells recipe. Coo salt pork or pancetta - Joe - 9:08pm on 02/06/10
• 17621. Help - cooking/reheating in hotel microwave - Anna_X - 4:02pm on 02/05/10 (4)
1. Chicken pot pie with a different crust...something that is microwavable? Or crockpot-ish? [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:06pm on 02/05/10
2. Your favorite casserole, ccoked and refrigerated/frozen and then reheated in the - DawnNYS - 8:53pm on 02/05/10
3. I have been wanting to make this for awhile. REC: Big Thicket Chicken and Dumplings Recipe #52253 [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 7:13am on 02/06/10
4. Some thoughts. How about ... - Pat-NoCal - 9:27am on 02/06/10
• 17622. Mmmm, love the smell in my house right now. I'm baking some [LINK] - DawnNYS - 4:04pm on 02/05/10 (11)
1. I'll be right over ! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:13pm on 02/05/10
2. Hey, glad to hear the Black Magic cake(s) turned out well! [NT] - Meryl - 5:05pm on 02/05/10
1. Definitely post pictures! [NT] - Meryl - 5:06pm on 02/05/10
1. Of everything! [NT] - Meryl - 5:07pm on 02/05/10
1. Yes! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:23pm on 02/05/10
3. Don't ya just love baking again after a stale-mate with the oven. [NT] - MarilynFL - 6:30pm on 02/05/10
1. Here they are... fun project. Involved, but fun - DawnNYS - 9:18am on 02/06/10
1. Dawn, they're sooo cute! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 11:42am on 02/06/10
2. Terrific! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 12:03pm on 02/06/10
3. What fun! I hope every one of them sold! [NT] - MarilynFL - 2:06pm on 02/06/10
1. Yep! One woman bought a dozen of them for a party today. [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:14pm on 02/07/10
• 17623. SCORE! Trophy Cupcakes' Recipe for Thin Mint Cupcakes [LINK] - Traca - 4:58pm on 02/05/10 (9)
1. Ahhh...Swoon!...thanks for sharing! This are now on my must try list. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 5:21pm on 02/05/10
2. Is this the bottle of flavoring called 'Peppermint extract'? [NT] - cheezz - 7:18pm on 02/05/10
1. Mint extract tastes like spearmint than peppermint. Look for one labeled Mint [LINK] - MariaDNoCA - 7:31pm on 02/05/10
1. Here's a source for peppermint extract. [NT] [LINK] - Traca - 8:14pm on 02/05/10
1. Ok, now you've got me wondering...did you use Mint or Peppermint? - MariaDNoCA - 9:22pm on 02/05/10
1. That was what I was wondering.... wouldn't want that spearmint gum flavor on cupcakes! [NT] - cheezz - 9:29pm on 02/05/10
1. But I do have a passion for Mint, said the girl who just ate some B&J Mint Cookie Ice Cream - MariaDNoCA - 9:33pm on 02/05/10
2. You can find McCormick's pure peppermint extract in any supermarket. [NT] - Meryl - 8:53pm on 02/05/10
1. Except around Christmastime... I guess everyone was making candy cane-flavored desserts. [NT] - DawnNYS - 8:54pm on 02/05/10
• 17624. To check out: Stardust Chocolate Pancakes [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 10:55pm on 02/05/10 (0)
• 17625. Sounds good: Goat Cheese Enchiladas [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 11:26pm on 02/05/10 (0)
• 17626. Peter Reinhart class at Plano, TX [LINK] - SallyBR - 6:37am on 02/06/10 (6)
1. I agree. He's wonderful! I've had the - Pat-NoCal - 8:18am on 02/06/10
1. It was particularly special... - SallyBR - 8:45am on 02/06/10
1. Awesome! I'm so proud of you Sally!!!! p.s. what's the next challenge? ;o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:57am on 02/06/10
1. Good question.... - SallyBR - 9:43am on 02/06/10
2. Wow! That's wonderful. We'll be in SD in a couple of weeks for a wedding. - Michael in Phoenix - 8:57am on 02/06/10
1. Oops! This should be under Dawn/Mo's post. Sorry!! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 8:57am on 02/06/10
• 17627. Yoo hoo, Michael in Phoenix. Look what I found... [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 7:43am on 02/06/10 (3)
1. Hi Dawn. My post got put under Sally's post above. We are going to SD... - Michael in Phoenix - 8:59am on 02/06/10
1. The fm is on Sunday from 9-2pm. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 11:07am on 02/06/10
1. Rats. I think we'll be on the road back to Phoenix by 9. I'll have to catch it in March. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:02am on 02/07/10
• 17628. ISO T&T Lemon Meringue Pie. Need to use up some Meyer Lemons. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:01am on 02/06/10 (4)
1. Shaun don't look!!! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 11:36am on 02/06/10
1. "Cruel and unusual punishment." [NT] - Shaun in TO - 7:02pm on 02/06/10
2. originally posted by GayR--REC: Meyer Lemon Meringue Pie---Chez Panisse Desserts... - charlie - 2:25pm on 02/06/10
3. I stick with my 92 year old aunt's double lemon pie. Excellent! [NT] [LINK] - CynUpstateNY - 6:40pm on 02/06/10
• 17629. In search of a Bagna Cauda Cauliflower recipe - Kathleen - 11:33am on 02/06/10 (2)
1. Kathleen-could you describe the dish a little more? Bagna Cauda is generally - Melissa Dallas - 4:54pm on 02/06/10
2. Sure. It was gorgeous - Kathleen - 5:57pm on 02/06/10
• 17630. QUESTION: Why didn't my Meyer Lemon Curd thicken more? - Luisa_Calif - 12:12pm on 02/06/10 (17)
1. I don't use a thermometer, but do it by sight. I stop when the curd(more) - daricem - 1:48pm on 02/06/10
2. Luisa, have you calibrated your thermometer? Put it in a glass of crushed ice and water and see - Joe - 1:52pm on 02/06/10
3. Did you cook per stated time ONLY or did you test to see if the curd was thick? - mistral - 1:56pm on 02/06/10
1. Also, cook over a lower simmer rather than high because. . . - mistral - 1:59pm on 02/06/10
4. I posted this exact question 2 years ago! I think the concensus was they have less acid. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 2:05pm on 02/06/10
5. Thanks everyone! I'll check my thermometer. I have lots of lemons so I can do this again w/ mods >> - Luisa_Calif - 2:13pm on 02/06/10
1. BTW any suggestions for using runny Lemon Curd? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 2:22pm on 02/06/10
1. Use it like creme anglese (sp?) over ice cream, cheese cake,. . . - mistral - 2:36pm on 02/06/10
2. Fold in firmly whipped cream, and use as a filling or topping. [NT] - Meryl - 2:40pm on 02/06/10
1. This sounds great! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 2:54pm on 02/06/10
1. And if you have ever made that fluffy tapioca pudding that is on the Instant Tapioca. . . - mistral - 3:02pm on 02/06/10
1. YES!!! I second that one! [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:27pm on 02/06/10
3. Mix with cut up fruit [NT] - cheezz - 3:49pm on 02/06/10
6. Here's a link to Meyer Lemon Curd that I posted in '06. It is foolproof. Luisa, - Marianne - 3:26pm on 02/06/10
1. Marianne.... the link? [NT] - cheezz - 3:47pm on 02/06/10
1. Thanks, cheez...my brain is slow and cold today! Here's the link. [NT] [LINK] - Marianne - 4:27pm on 02/06/10
7. Hey Luisa, fold in stiffly whipped cream and use to fill cream puffs. Just saw this: [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:21pm on 02/07/10
• 17631. What model Food Saver do you have? Would you get that model again? Tax rebate arrived! [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 12:23pm on 02/06/10 (6)
1. I have the V2840, and yes I would buy it again, however... - KarenNoCA - 12:52pm on 02/06/10
1. Your husband is clever! Thanks, Karen. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 12:57pm on 02/06/10
2. I wash and reuse, too - no reason why not... I'd love the latest model as it does take up room [NT] - cheezz - 3:51pm on 02/06/10
3. I also re-use but never ones that had raw meat. When I froze my ravioli this year>>> - Luisa_Calif - 4:05pm on 02/06/10
1. Luisa, I used to toss bags that had raw meat, as well. But one day my husband - KarenNoCA - 6:52pm on 02/06/10
1. My husband doesn't quite get the concept of "Cross Contamination" , rather - Luisa_Calif - 8:56pm on 02/06/10
• 17632. My weekend six - elaine - 12:29pm on 02/06/10 (17)
1. I love your sofrito! My weekend six... - Heather_in_SF - 1:16pm on 02/06/10
1. Not my sofrito but it is a great one. Glad you like it too. [NT] - elaine - 1:38pm on 02/06/10
2. serene weekend - joanietoo - 4:49pm on 02/06/10
1. turn that phone off joannie! [NT] - AngAk - 10:38pm on 02/07/10
3. my six -- sigh -- - PatBastrop - 8:25pm on 02/06/10
4. I love reading these every week. It's fun to see what other people are doing - DawnNYS - 8:30pm on 02/06/10
5. My six... - Sandi in Hawaii - 3:19am on 02/07/10
1. Wait a second... snowboarding? And Chinatown in HI? Did I wake up in "Lost"? Heheh [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:48am on 02/07/10
1. Trip to Canada being planned for the snowboarding, and doesn't every city have it's own Chinatown? - Sandi in Hawaii - 10:01am on 02/07/10
1. No Chinatown here, but it sounds fun - in fact, I've - DawnNYS - 11:36am on 02/07/10
1. Wow, I thought they were everywhere! - Sandi in Hawaii - 9:28pm on 02/07/10
6. Weekend six - Dawn_MO - 12:25pm on 02/07/10
7. Weekend Six: - Barbara in VA - 3:14pm on 02/07/10
1. gosh, that'a a lot of snow for one storm. soak in a hot bath. bake some cookies. [NT] - AngAk - 10:56pm on 02/07/10
8. Let's see, do I have Six? - Luisa_Calif - 6:42pm on 02/07/10
1. So what did you decide to do with the lemon curd? [NT] - Meryl - 6:55pm on 02/07/10
1. I was making it to freeze and use later. Now that I have all those good suggestions I will not - Luisa_Calif - 7:00pm on 02/07/10
• 17633. ISO Joanie, I've just been asked to cook for a wine tasting featuring South African wines! - Joe - 1:49pm on 02/06/10 (9)
1. My two cents--I especially love SA Sauvingon Blanc [NT] - charlie - 2:58pm on 02/06/10
1. Especially the Durbanville one. Wolf Trap red meritage. Goats Do Roam red and rose'. [NT] - Nan - 3:31pm on 02/06/10
2. Time for you to go out and bag an elephant for the Pachyderm Ragu recipe you've been saving! Mmmmm - Steve2 in LA - 4:12pm on 02/06/10
3. wine tasting - joanietoo - 4:28pm on 02/06/10
1. Whenever you get back is plenty soon. I'm wondering about the braii, or however it is you spell it, - Joe - 5:01pm on 02/06/10
1. Two recipes for Bobotie -- from Liz in Pretoria and another from Lana/FL - PatBastrop - 8:12pm on 02/06/10
4. Recently had a bottle of Riesling from Thelema Estate -- wonderful! [NT] - PatBastrop - 4:38pm on 02/06/10
5. From my SA friends - bobotie with all the accompaniments - Music City Missy - 9:50pm on 02/06/10
6. Here are some SA recipes from the swap. - KC_ - 7:25am on 02/07/10
• 17634. Just thought I would say My loves Dad died last night [NT] - carol whidbey Is - 2:43pm on 02/06/10 (22)
1. So sorry. But he was well taken care of. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 2:44pm on 02/06/10
2. My condolences.(nt) [NT] - mistral - 2:55pm on 02/06/10
3. Sorry to hear Carol--very sorry [NT] - charlie - 2:57pm on 02/06/10
4. I am so sorry. ((((Hugs to all)))) [NT] - Marianne - 3:28pm on 02/06/10
5. My heart goes out to you, Carol.... know we will be thinking of you ((((hugs)))) [NT] - cheezz - 3:52pm on 02/06/10
6. Sympathies to you and your fiance. What will his mother do now? You mentioned that - DawnNYS - 4:09pm on 02/06/10
7. I am so sorry for you loss, Carol. (((Carol))) [NT] - Dawn_MO - 4:14pm on 02/06/10
8. Carol, will be thinking of you during this difficult time. [NT] - barb_b - 4:14pm on 02/06/10
9. So sorry, Carol. My condolences. [NT] - Cindy - 4:38pm on 02/06/10
10. Sad news, (((Carol))). I join the others in my condolences. [NT] - PatBastrop - 4:43pm on 02/06/10
11. Carol, I'm so sorry for your loss. (((hug))) [NT] - EvaN - 5:20pm on 02/06/10
12. I share in your sorrow. Praying for all. [NT] - Marsha tbay - 5:33pm on 02/06/10
13. So sorry for your loss! (((Thinking of you))) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 5:58pm on 02/06/10
14. Sending warm hugs, my friend. He will never be out of your thoughts. [NT] - MarilynFL - 7:12pm on 02/06/10
15. So sorry for your loss, Carol. Big hugs to you. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:53pm on 02/06/10
16. Carol, (((huge hugs))) and deepest sympathies [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:10pm on 02/06/10
17. A big, warm ((((hug)))) for you so you'll have another one to pass on to your love - orchid - 10:00pm on 02/06/10
18. Carol, I am so sorry for your loss, and for the loss of your fiance. - Joe - 10:01pm on 02/06/10
19. My condolences to you both. You did make a wonderful month for him. Share the memories [NT] - elaine - 10:29pm on 02/06/10
20. Hugs to you, Carol. I'm so sorry for your loss. [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 3:23am on 02/07/10
1. My condolences [NT] - oli - 6:21pm on 02/07/10
21. So sorry--thinking of you all. Hugs... [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 9:49pm on 02/07/10
• 17635. Shaun in TO, Jim Lahey book ???? (more) - daricem - 3:24pm on 02/06/10 (1)
1. Thanks for the info--and for remembering! [NT] - Shaun in TO - 7:02pm on 02/06/10
• 17636. This caught my eye... chocolate chart [LINK] - DawnNYS - 4:05pm on 02/06/10 (1)
1. Thanks, Dawn. :) [NT] - Meryl - 4:10pm on 02/06/10
• 17637. To check out: Cinnamon Roll Griddlecakes [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 4:08pm on 02/06/10 (6)
1. Wow! Those look amazing!! [NT] - Cindy - 4:41pm on 02/06/10
1. I saved it. Looks like a good Mother's day recipe to me! (nt) [NT] - mistral - 6:03pm on 02/06/10
2. Meryl, these look amazing -- my mouth is watering! [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:05pm on 02/06/10
3. I think all three of you should make these, and invite me over! [NT] - Meryl - 8:56pm on 02/06/10
4. WOW, those look yummy. Can't wait to try. Loved their site, lots of - lorijean - 9:08am on 02/07/10
5. Wowzer! - MariaDNoCA - 1:10pm on 02/07/10
• 17638. Let's talk about pasta machines... - EvaN - 5:39pm on 02/06/10 (14)
1. Eva, I have both the Atlas manual machine and the KitchenAid attachments. I use the attachments most - Joe - 6:06pm on 02/06/10
1. Ditto...I love my Atlas but we use the KA attachement more often. - desertjean - 6:21pm on 02/06/10
2. And Ditto here- I have both and usually use the Atlas. I don't have the motor. - CathyZ from Kauai - 6:27pm on 02/06/10
1. I have a 30 yr old Atlas too -- with the motor, and I love it! Never thought to get the attachment - PatBastrop - 7:59pm on 02/06/10
3. I had to give my Atlas awy to son when we remodeled our kitchen as it didn't - Luisa_Calif - 6:35pm on 02/06/10
4. Curiosly, I've noticed in Italy that even if people have a KA or similar, they'll use a motorized - Shaun in TO - 7:04pm on 02/06/10
5. Speaking from very little experience, I know Atlas is a pretty good one. And - DawnNYS - 8:09pm on 02/06/10
1. Dawn, I have an extra handle for the Atlas. Send me a PM with your address. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 9:31pm on 02/06/10
1. Thanks again! [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:07pm on 02/07/10
1. You're welcome Dawn, I'll mail it out tomorrow. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:58pm on 02/07/10
6. KA is nice, since it leaves you with two hands to hold the dough coming out of the machine.... - Sandi in Hawaii - 3:29am on 02/07/10
1. You have" tow" s on your hands? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 4:15pm on 02/08/10
7. I have an Atlas hand crank...not much work, I control the speed.... - Glennis_NoCA - 1:20pm on 02/07/10
8. I've had my hand cranked Atlas for over forty years and love it. It's easy to use and to control. [NT] - aajay - 8:32am on 02/08/10
• 17639. NFRC: Illegal Goats and Garden Mutinies. May I rant? - Joe - 5:54pm on 02/06/10 (40)
1. Oh Joe, - Dawn_MO - 6:15pm on 02/06/10
1. I'm hangin', and beginning to see the humor. Enjoy the pastries! [NT] - Joe - 6:17pm on 02/06/10
1. Joe--too bad Mayberry isn't still taping. Your story would make for a perfect episode [NT] - charlie - 6:29pm on 02/06/10
1. Another week like the last one and I'm pitching a reality show of my own. - Joe - 7:27pm on 02/06/10
1. What are you going to call it, "It's Me or the Goat"? [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 7:30pm on 02/06/10
1. Maybe, since "My Pet Goat" is already taken. [NT] - Joe - 7:34pm on 02/06/10
2. I actually love your title "Illegal Goats and Garden Mutinies"! It is perfect -- - PatBastrop - 7:56pm on 02/06/10
1. No open fires. It's actually a very densely populated area. We're in a green belt that used to be a - Joe - 8:06pm on 02/06/10
1. Awww, shucks! so much for the impromptu cabrito! [NT] - PatBastrop - 8:58pm on 02/06/10
1. Did you say "impromptu?" How fast can you roast a goat? We've had hours-long wine tastings, - Joe - 9:02pm on 02/06/10
2. Joe, someday, when having some great friends for a dinner party, - KarenNoCA - 6:48pm on 02/06/10
1. I did make it to the pen and one of them bleated at me in a demanding way. I told her, "I can't be - Joe - 7:20pm on 02/06/10
1. Look 'em in the eye and whisper one word..."chupacabra" [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 9:43pm on 02/06/10
3. on another note, I didn't even know people here had goats... or chickens for that matter! [NT] - cheezz - 8:13pm on 02/06/10
1. Cheez, perhaps you've never been to East L.A. Or Wilmington. For that matter, - Joe - 8:33pm on 02/06/10
1. Nope, never go that way... I heard goats are great for keeping the grass mowed, though... - cheezz - 7:33pm on 02/07/10
1. Our chickens love snails too.They fight over them. I love the idea that I'm turning snails into eggs [NT] - Joe - 9:32pm on 02/07/10
2. My sympathies along with a list of goat recipes (sorry, but I'm still laughing here).. [NT] [LINK] - MarilynFL - 7:10pm on 02/06/10
1. Yum, yum! Lets have a cabrito barbecue! [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 7:29pm on 02/06/10
2. I'm sitting on my hands here--forwarding it to the goat's owners wouldn't be nice, would it? - Joe - 7:33pm on 02/06/10
1. LOL! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 7:39pm on 02/06/10
2. Ever watched "Eating Raul"?.... [NT] - Melissa Dallas - 11:01pm on 02/06/10
3. I think what is called for here is a thread of goat recipes.. and perhaps an undetectable poison *g* [NT] - cheezz - 8:12pm on 02/06/10
1. Birria! my housekeeper gave me her recipe, but I've never tried it. (She uses beef or chicken... - Joe - 9:00pm on 02/06/10
1. Went on a trip to Mexico while in my late teens. I ordered cabrito in a very elegant restaurant - Melissa Dallas - 11:04pm on 02/06/10
4. (((Joe))) [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:16am on 02/07/10
5. Why is it when you are trying to do something good, something nice for others there are - Barbara in VA - 11:36am on 02/07/10
6. Just remember-No good deed goes unpunished. [NT] - Cindy - 12:58pm on 02/07/10
7. I feel you pain...and thanks for the heads-up on pitfalls and mutinees... - Glennis_NoCA - 1:28pm on 02/07/10
1. Glennis, are you thinking of starting a community garden or gardening the land yourself? - Joe - 3:33pm on 02/07/10
8. [sorry for the following] Lay ee odl lay ee odl lay hee hoo - Michael in Sarasota - 3:36pm on 02/07/10
1. Michael, I will now have that song in my head for days. You are evil person. [NT] - Joe - 5:06pm on 02/07/10
1. Joe, he's just trying to get your goat. ;o) [NT] [LINK] - Pat-NoCal - 5:45pm on 02/07/10
1. He's welcome to it. Both of 'em [NT] - Joe - 6:11pm on 02/07/10
1. "fertilizer" for the compost?? a small positive?? [NT] - AngAk - 11:25pm on 02/07/10
2. HEY, I'm watching that just now!! ballroom scene now. lovely! - AngAk - 11:20pm on 02/07/10
1. You mean the scene where the tune from "The Lonely Goatherd" becomes the waltz they dance to? - Joe - 12:11am on 02/08/10
1. yes, and then out on the patio when they dance the Lendler(sp). goosebumps for me, everytime. - AngAk - 1:03pm on 02/08/10
9. Thanks for the hugs and jokes! It's good to laugh about it. I'm not hating the human race quite - Joe - 3:36pm on 02/07/10
1. I am at a loss for words.... Think of it as a combination of a giggle and a hug.... [NT] - barb_b - 1:54pm on 02/08/10
• 17640. Hi everyone! The changeover will occur shortly, or you can just go to Eat.at to see the new site... [LINK] - Mimi - 7:11pm on 02/06/10 (45)
1. OH...please someone suggest a better tagline than the one I came up with! Thanks. lol [NT] - Mimi - 7:13pm on 02/06/10
1. Here viewing from Eat.at and love that we kept the same format. Mimi, you're the BEST! Kudos to you - Pat-NoCal - 7:20pm on 02/06/10
2. Great job! Does the tag need to be keywords? Or would something like Eat.at... - MariaDNoCA - 8:46pm on 02/06/10
1. Thanks! Nope, doesn't need to be keywords...just something catchy and descriptive [NT] - Mimi - 8:48pm on 02/06/10
2. I' here at Eat @ and it's looking good! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 7:28pm on 02/06/10
3. How about "Enjoy eating at here!" - Joe - 7:29pm on 02/06/10
1. Haha Joe you probably saw all my mistakes and disasters as they were in the making! [NT] - Mimi - 7:33pm on 02/06/10
1. Nah, just took a quick glance now and then. It was fun to see it shape up. [NT] - Joe - 7:35pm on 02/06/10
4. Does the login work yet? I logged in a few minutes ago, went back, and had to log in again even - Meryl - 7:47pm on 02/06/10
1. You have to have cookies enabled in your browser for this to work... - Mimi - 8:08pm on 02/06/10
1. The cookies are enabled, and I have Mozilla. Have never had a problem with this site - only - Meryl - 8:13pm on 02/06/10
1. Tried it again, and it looks like it's working now. [NT] - Meryl - 10:15pm on 02/06/10
1. *whew* thank you, I was stumped LOL [NT] - Mimi - 5:53am on 02/07/10
1. I thought so too, but I actually still logged in... it just says "Log in" at the top which confused - DawnNYS - 11:32am on 02/07/10
1. Ahhhhhhhhh! I hadn't thought of that! [NT] - Mimi - 12:50pm on 02/07/10
5. Cute! I like the watercolory sketchy look. Very fresh looking. What is your tagline? I - DawnNYS - 8:01pm on 02/06/10
1. Thanks. :o) - Mimi - 8:09pm on 02/06/10
1. how about "good food, good friends, good times" *g* [NT] - cheezz - 8:21pm on 02/06/10
1. I like that! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 8:46pm on 02/06/10
1. Or "Where Friends Gather"? [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:33am on 02/07/10
6. I gotta say, I really REALLY have an issue with the huge heading. I have a very big moniotor screen - cheezz - 8:18pm on 02/06/10
1. It takes up 80 percent of my screen. Smaller would be appreciated. - Luisa_Calif - 8:44pm on 02/06/10
1. I hid the menu bar and that helped quite a bit. I too go straight to the end as>> - Luisa_Calif - 6:07pm on 02/07/10
2. My actual monitor screen is 11" high and the header measures exactly 5" on my screen [NT] - cheezz - 7:40pm on 02/07/10
2. Not a huge issue for me - vavroom - 10:09pm on 02/06/10
3. I agree, on my iMac, the messages show up 2/3 of the way down the screen. - Jennifer_in_MA - 6:06am on 02/07/10
1. Same here, the header and top of the site takes up more than 3/4 of my screen. Only the subject line - Pat-NoCal - 10:28am on 02/07/10
1. Changing my screen resolution just helped a ton! [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:19pm on 02/07/10
1. Pat, how do you do that? I also have an imac... [NT] - barb_b - 6:20am on 02/08/10
1. This may help... [NT] [LINK] - Mimi - 7:29am on 02/08/10
1. Thanks Mimi...The link has alot of valuable info...Much appreciated. I really an not at all techie [NT] - barb_b - 9:59am on 02/08/10
4. But you don't really read the first (oldest) messages anyway, do you? Whenever I come to - Shaun in TO - 7:19am on 02/07/10
1. Shaun, I agree. No issues here. [NT] - Sylvia - 8:40am on 02/07/10
2. The fact that people do, indeed, scroll to the bottom was basically my thinking on this... - Mimi - 12:54pm on 02/07/10
1. Wasn't a photo of you wearing sunglasses just here a second ago, or am I seeing things?! [NT] - DawnNYS - 4:05pm on 02/07/10
1. I was testing something. :o) Yes that was me. [NT] - Mimi - 4:08pm on 02/07/10
5. It is large, but fine with me! I think we're just used to the "no heading" we've - DawnNYS - 7:40am on 02/07/10
1. Just a thought: if the heading was smaller, ppl would see the ads at first click & get more revenue - DawnNYS - 11:24am on 02/07/10
1. ...especially if people skip the top messages and scroll/page-down to the bottom when they get here - DawnNYS - 11:51am on 02/07/10
2. What browser are you using for your "find on page"? I can't reproduce this in FF or IE. [NT] - Mimi - 12:52pm on 02/07/10
1. IE, but it's working again now. Maybe it was me. [NT] - DawnNYS - 3:57pm on 02/07/10
6. I like the header--very festive. I usually hit the "End" button or scroll to the bottom anyway, [NT] - Joe - 10:36am on 02/07/10
7. Thank you Mimi!!! [NT] - Sandi in Hawaii - 3:34am on 02/07/10
8. Thank you Mimi :-) [NT] - EvaN - 4:39am on 02/07/10
9. Thank you Mimi, It's beautiful, you should be proud [NT] - lorijean - 9:12am on 02/07/10
• 17641. How do I handle this??? A friend my DH works with gave - SusanKentfieldCa - 7:32pm on 02/06/10 (24)
1. How good a friend? [NT] - PatBastrop - 7:47pm on 02/06/10
2. Yeah, how good a friend... maybe you could say something like - DawnNYS - 7:56pm on 02/06/10
1. I agree with the second part of this. I wouldn't take kindly to how to make - Luisa_Calif - 8:40pm on 02/06/10
3. How about making YOUR recipe and sending it to her at work with your DH (with the recipe)? [NT] - cheezz - 8:22pm on 02/06/10
1. OR suggest that you "just discovered" this amazing new dessert recipe and send it to her? [NT] - cheezz - 8:25pm on 02/06/10
4. Since she asked for your input, tell her that you enjoyed hers, and send her your recipe - Joe - 9:18pm on 02/06/10
5. And is she asking as a friend or foodie? - MariaDNoCA - 9:31pm on 02/06/10
1. Tell her it's "wonderful: and when she serves it during the event, ask for seconds. Friends forever! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 2:03am on 02/07/10
1. Steve, you're a really good guy! What a nice thing to do. [NT] - Barbara in VA - 6:46am on 02/07/10
1. Shhhhh! Steve doesn't like people to know he's a good guy. - Joe - 11:01am on 02/07/10
1. YOU BLEW MY COVER!!? (No more jam for you, my friend!) [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:45pm on 02/07/10
1. I'm sorry, Mean One. Please don't hit me again. Besides, it was Barbara! You're so cruel! - Joe - 9:28pm on 02/07/10
2. Exactly!! [NT] - PatBastrop - 10:26am on 02/07/10
3. Wonderful advice! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 11:45am on 02/07/10
4. Perfect! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:06pm on 02/07/10
5. So very gracious. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:42pm on 02/07/10
6. Professionally, I'm referred to as "The Minister of Clear Thinking". Tell no one! [NT] - Steve2 in LA - 7:41pm on 02/07/10
7. I loved your response. Class act. [NT] - Dawn_MO - 9:22pm on 02/07/10
6. DH has "meals" at business meetings? Lucky, I think we had quarter-sandwiches once at my old job! [NT] - DawnNYS - 11:47am on 02/07/10
7. Thanks everyone! I liked Steve's idea the best, but - SusanKentfieldCa - 5:43pm on 02/07/10
1. Good idea... if she asks. I'd always rather someone told me honestly - I put a lot of effort - cheezz - 7:48pm on 02/07/10
1. I've learned that even when someone says they want your "honest" opinion, they really don't. I mean - Steve2 in LA - 7:57pm on 02/07/10
1. I guess I'm an enigma - I just want people to truly enjoy what I make and there's almost always - cheezz - 8:03pm on 02/07/10
1. No, you're not alone... I would appreciate it if someone saud something like - DawnNYS - 9:28pm on 02/07/10
• 17642. Mimi, I just donated. All I ask is that you do not have the ads that are pop-up. - Dawn_MO - 7:35pm on 02/06/10 (14)
1. Acckkkk,, this should have been in the above post. Sorry! [NT] - Dawn_MO - 7:42pm on 02/06/10
2. Thanks for the donation! :o) - Mimi - 7:47pm on 02/06/10
1. You and the powers that be, are welcome. I have been a member of this site, - Dawn_MO - 9:51pm on 02/06/10
1. ditto from me. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 10:49pm on 02/06/10
2. Ditto Dawn_MO. I donated too, because this group means so much to me I'm - EvaN - 11:51am on 02/08/10
2. Where do we donate and what are the payment options? [NT] - Nan - 3:04pm on 02/07/10
1. Just click on the Donate button at the top and bottom of the page at Eat.at [LINK] - Mimi - 3:18pm on 02/07/10
3. Me too Mimi! I just put in a donation. I can't put a value on all the friends - Barbara in VA - 6:43am on 02/07/10
1. Me too! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:14am on 02/07/10
4. Me three! I've said before that this is the only site I would pay for access. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:48am on 02/07/10
5. Me too, Mimi. Just sent my donation in. [NT] - Cindy - 12:48pm on 02/07/10
6. And thank you for making donations PayPal freindly - donation was easy. [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:04pm on 02/07/10
7. Thanks for everyone who helps by donating, by participating, or both! :o) [NT] - Mimi - 2:13pm on 02/07/10
8. Thank you - mkern1023 - 2:45pm on 02/07/10
• 17643. 4 Ingredients Recipes - vavroom - 10:23pm on 02/06/10 (8)
1. I'm with you, Nic. I think a 4-ingredient recipe should only have 4 ingredients, - Joe - 9:28am on 02/07/10
2. Four or Five should mean exactly that minus S&P, cooking oil if needed... - suz - 11:03am on 02/07/10
1. I would say that salt, pepper, water, no-stick spray or cooking oil - Dawn_MO - 11:58am on 02/07/10
1. Yup, agree.... salt, pepper, oil to fry are the only ones I wouldn't count as an ingredient. [NT] - cheezz - 7:53pm on 02/07/10
3. I'd say minus salt and pepper and a common cooking fat such as oil or butter. Anything that's not - Shaun in TO - 12:00pm on 02/07/10
1. Hmmm, right... - vavroom - 1:26am on 02/08/10
4. Thank you for the feedback - vavroom - 1:27am on 02/08/10
1. How about a category "Ten or Fewer Ingredients" ? I myself wouldn't really discriminate - Luisa_Calif - 4:09pm on 02/08/10
• 17644. Orchid and Curious1 the Beef Stew with Carrots and Red Wine is amazing!! - Barbara in VA - 6:55am on 02/07/10 (7)
1. For dessert was Shaun in TO's Orange Polenta Cake from Gourmet.. [LINK] - Barbara in VA - 6:59am on 02/07/10
1. Glad you liked it! As soon as we finished ours (after 6 nights) I wanted to make another one. [NT] - Shaun in TO - 7:10am on 02/07/10
2. I *really* am going to get to it very soon.... - deb-in-MI - 8:14am on 02/07/10
3. I made the stew about a month ago and it was declared a keeper recipe. [NT] - Sylvia - 11:45am on 02/07/10
4. It is isn't it? I'm so glad you tried it and liked it. Thanks again Curious - orchid - 3:10pm on 02/07/10
5. Can you guide me to the recipe? I can't find one that fits the dscribtion. [NT] - EvaN - 12:00pm on 02/08/10
1. it's posted in T&T [NT] [LINK] - AngAk - 1:07pm on 02/08/10
• 17645. OK, everybody outa the car - we're here!! [NT] - DawnNYS - 7:28am on 02/07/10 (21)
1. Nice looking spot Mimi found us! - judy-mass - 7:57am on 02/07/10
1. Great!! Many thanks! [NT] - GayleMO - 8:44pm on 02/07/10
2. Beautiful Mimi - thank you! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 8:09am on 02/07/10
3. Looking good! Thanks Mimi! [NT] - Sylvia - 8:38am on 02/07/10
4. Bravo, Mimi! [NT] - Joe - 9:22am on 02/07/10
5. Hooray! Looks great! [NT] - PatBastrop - 10:25am on 02/07/10
6. Yum! Became a fan. Now there are four of us. [NT] - Michael in Sarasota - 11:16am on 02/07/10
7. Nicely Done Mimi!~ Looks wonderful! [NT] - barb_b - 11:55am on 02/07/10
8. Thanks Mimi-this looks great! [NT] - charlie - 12:29pm on 02/07/10
9. Wow! Mimi this looks great!! [NT] - Cindy - 12:43pm on 02/07/10
10. Yay, we're here...we're here! Thanks Mimi! [NT] - MariaDNoCA - 1:01pm on 02/07/10
11. So pretty!!! Thanks, Mimi. [NT] - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 2:05pm on 02/07/10
12. Perfect - looks great! Thanks Mimi [NT] - Elenor - 2:09pm on 02/07/10
13. Thank you SO much, (((Mimi)))! And smooches too. ;o) [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 3:29pm on 02/07/10
1. And a big thank you to Paul aka whinecountry, for providing this site for us. [NT] - Pat-NoCal - 5:53pm on 02/07/10
14. Aww, I'm getting embarrassed now, guys! - Mimi - 3:33pm on 02/07/10
15. Thank you Mimi!!! [NT] [IMAGE] - Meryl - 3:59pm on 02/07/10
16. Mimi, Thank you so much - Fantastic and Love the coloration [NT] - GayR - 4:07pm on 02/07/10
17. Yes, Mimi, your work behind the scenes is ALWAYS so much appreciated even if we don't say so! [NT] - cheezz - 7:54pm on 02/07/10
18. You have a big heart and you have outdone yourself here. The colors are joyful. Thank you, Mimi [NT] - Marsha tbay - 8:46am on 02/08/10
19. Very nice.... thanks, Mimi! [NT] - SallyBR - 9:06am on 02/08/10
• 17646. I think these sound and look so good. REC: Tapanade Twists [LINK] - Dawn_MO - 12:04pm on 02/07/10 (1)
1. YUM - copied! Thanks Dawn [NT] - cheezz - 8:01pm on 02/07/10
• 17647. Fresh from the oven: Joe's Kielbasa Pigs in a Puff Pastry Blanket. - Michael in Sarasota - 4:04pm on 02/07/10 (12)
1. If you ate them all yourself, that's my revenge for "The Lonely Goatherd" bouncing around in my head - Joe - 5:09pm on 02/07/10
1. Lay ee odl lay ee odl lay hee hoo - Mimi - 5:51pm on 02/07/10
1. I took that same tour in 1980. Mr. Michael Winter, tour guide, at your service! - Michael in Phoenix - 11:39pm on 02/07/10
2. I made them too and everyone loved them. Thanks Joe! - Dawn_MO - 9:15pm on 02/07/10
3. They look great, Michael! Link to recipe please! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 4:37am on 02/08/10
1. Here's the link. [LINK] - Michael in Sarasota - 6:17am on 02/08/10
1. Thanks! [NT] - deb-in-MI - 10:47am on 02/08/10
4. Dawn and Michael, I'm so glad you gave them a try. I once catered a reception for 70 and I only made - Joe - 9:34am on 02/08/10
1. Piggies beat phroofy every time, I say. Not exactly 'vegas rules', in a friendly game... [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:23pm on 02/08/10
2. I didn't have puff pastry handy, so I made these with the crescent rolls and lil' smokies. - AngAk - 1:22pm on 02/08/10
5. Nice pictures Michael! [NT] - barb_b - 9:53am on 02/08/10
1. Thanks. Taken with my phone. Notice judy-mass' Salt Pig in back. [NT] [IMAGE] - Michael in Sarasota - 4:54pm on 02/08/10
• 17648. Another goodie to check out: Chocolate Pancakes with Caramel Banana Topping [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 6:04pm on 02/07/10 (0)
• 17649. Oh man, these look and sound incredible! LunaCafe’s Burnt Caramel & Lemon Chevre Brownies [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 6:23pm on 02/07/10 (0)
• 17650. Finally finished the Mohnkuchen I made on Thursday. Am thinking, "When can I make this again?" [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 6:55pm on 02/07/10 (0)
• 17651. Lucky me! My husband Had a small torch so I didn't have to buy one. Needs nozzle cleared though. [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 6:57pm on 02/07/10 (3)
1. My wife says the same thing about me. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:20pm on 02/08/10
1. this made me spit my coffee! LOL [NT] - AngAk - 1:09pm on 02/08/10
1. Me too. [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 1:12pm on 02/08/10
• 17652. I baked Dorie Greenspans wonderful Spiced Cranberry Bundt Cake today - Ann - 7:57pm on 02/07/10 (2)
1. I made this over the holidays and wasn't especially fond of it. While I like 5 Spice powder, - Steve2 in LA - 8:08pm on 02/07/10
2. Glad you liked it Ann--sorry you didn't Steve--I didn't think the 5 spice dominated in mine. maybe.. - charlie - 10:26pm on 02/07/10
• 17653. Sort of food related- Any good restaurant recommendations for Miami Beach area? - Cindy - 8:53pm on 02/07/10 (3)
1. You might want to check out these two threads: [NT] - Meryl - 9:22pm on 02/07/10
1. South Beach restaurants [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:23pm on 02/07/10
2. Miami Beach restaurants [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 9:23pm on 02/07/10
• 17654. Mimi, thanks for everything, and specifically the extra capacity in the PM's. Good job!!! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 11:57pm on 02/07/10 (1)
1. Loving the look. cheers me up every time. Thanks Mimi. [NT] - elaine - 10:32am on 02/08/10
• 17655. Had a fantastic and easy appy at a party yesterday. - CynUpstateNY - 8:22am on 02/08/10 (1)
1. This sounds Wonderful [NT] - Joe - 9:58am on 02/08/10
• 17656. Help. I can't open any posts now. Path defaults to www.eat.at/ and it's blank. [NT] - MarilynFL - 10:00am on 02/08/10 (1)
1. Are you at Eat.at or Finerkitchens.com? You should be going to Eat.at to post. FK is dead. ;o) [NT] - Mimi - 10:22am on 02/08/10
• 17657. ISO T&T savory biscotti or other. Daughter in law is opening a boutique on Friday and I ... - elaine - 10:31am on 02/08/10 (9)
1. I posted a recipe for a delicious saffron chocolate biscotti a couple of weeks ago. - EvaN - 11:40am on 02/08/10
2. I really like these REC: Spicy Cheese Shortbread - Mimi - 12:51pm on 02/08/10
1. These look so easy. Thanks for sharing this, Mimi! [NT] - Marsha tbay - 1:36pm on 02/08/10
3. Savoury Mediterranean Biscotti - I made this one with a few minor tweaks - very good. [NT] [LINK] - Meryl - 1:41pm on 02/08/10
1. I tried soe savory ones that I was not thrilled with. I will have to try these instead next time. - Luisa_Calif - 6:37pm on 02/08/10
4. these pinwheels are not too messy and can be served at room temp too. [LINK] - AngAk - 4:27pm on 02/08/10
5. REC: Ukranian Savoury Biscotti -- Olga posted this and I made it for my Christmas baskets.... - cheezz - 5:53pm on 02/08/10
1. REC: Tapanada Twists -- haven't made this, but Dawn just posted and it looks yummy! [NT] [LINK] - cheezz - 5:55pm on 02/08/10
2. And try these too! [NT] - Luisa_Calif - 6:37pm on 02/08/10
• 17658. I'm at work and I can only get in through FinerKitchens. The eat.at comes up blank - MarilynFL - 10:44am on 02/08/10 (4)
1. Are you behind a firewall? [NT] - Mimi - 10:46am on 02/08/10
2. Are you logged in? I thought the same thing until I realized - Dawn_MO - 11:29am on 02/08/10
3. I have to log in frequently, also. [NT] - Elenor - 11:44am on 02/08/10
1. You are check marking the "remember me on this computer" box after you type your password, right? [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:21pm on 02/08/10
• 17659. NFR: Isn't this a great pic? I hope you can all see the detail. - Michael in Phoenix - 12:26pm on 02/08/10 (3)
1. Just got the chills down my spine! [NT] - suz - 12:45pm on 02/08/10
1. I think most parents have seen that face before! [NT] - Michael in Phoenix - 12:57pm on 02/08/10
2. And Brees kept kissing him and turning him around to see. Brees had tears in his eyes. - Melissa Dallas - 1:19pm on 02/08/10
• 17660. Shaun in TO: your pork tenderloin sandwiches were a big hit! - Amanda_Pennsylvania - 12:48pm on 02/08/10 (0)
• 17661. HEY! Just noticed we can have 200 PMs now! Way to go! [NT] - cheezz - 5:42pm on 02/08/10 (2)
1. My little gift to you. :o) [NT] - Mimi - 5:58pm on 02/08/10
1. and quite nicely wrapped, too :) [NT] - cheezz - 6:05pm on 02/08/10
• 17662. Mimi,I could not log on with my Karen/NoCA name and password, so I had to register again - KarenC - 6:22pm on 02/08/10 (0)

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