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8392. Hey Mo Dawn, your Creamy Chicken Enchiladas got raves at our school event.
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Michael in Phoenix
- 3:49pm on 10/23/07
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Glad to hear it Michael...
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Dawn_MO
- 8:55am on 10/24/07
8393. ISO Marilyn FL - about the GBH -
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EvaN
- 4:23pm on 10/23/07
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Thanks sweetie....we're already past "doomed to create problems"
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MarilynFL
- 8:19pm on 10/23/07
obviously this is being organized by someone who has NEVER done a GBH before!
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cheezz
- 5:40pm on 10/24/07
or someone with a perverse sense of humor.
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cheezz
- 5:40pm on 10/24/07
Amen sister!
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MarilynFL
- 8:05pm on 10/24/07
Marilyn - when is this thing due to be finished? Hope we get pics!! Maybe FEMA will help out!
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cheezz
- 11:15pm on 10/25/07
Delivery is Nov 1. And, oh ya, I've been documenting this thing from concept to multi-disaster.
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MarilynFL
- 7:24am on 10/26/07
8394. Has anyone ever made Hermits? These looked good, and baking directions are unusual>
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cheezz
- 5:40pm on 10/23/07
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Thanks for posting. I've always wondered what was in Hermit cookies.
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Amanda_Illinois
- 9:40pm on 10/23/07
I've made them, but as regular drop cookie, not cut into bars.
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Shaun in TO
- 1:51pm on 10/24/07
Here's a recipe I've used. It's from Betty Crocker's Cooky Book, ca. 1963. It describes Hermits...
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Michael in Phoenix
- 2:37pm on 10/24/07
Cool. Cape Cod, eh? I always thought they were Canadian because
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Shaun in TO
- 4:01pm on 10/24/07
It seems authoritative, but who knows if ol' Betty knows what she's talkin' about. After all...
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Michael in Phoenix
- 6:50pm on 10/24/07
8395. I just discovered the Larder Barter the other day - where members can exchange food items, books,
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Meryl
- 6:01pm on 10/23/07
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Meryl, here is the post introducing it on Sep 30.
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AngAk
- 7:04pm on 10/23/07
Thanks, Ang - don't know how I missed this.
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Meryl
- 7:08pm on 10/23/07
I missed it too! THANKS!
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cheezz
- 5:42pm on 10/24/07
Thanks for posting, Meryl. I missed the first post about this too :-)
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EvaN
- 2:53am on 10/24/07
Hi Eva! You're welcome. :)
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Meryl
- 3:53am on 10/24/07
Thanks for posting this again. I have some cookbooks I need to list.
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GeorgiaRose
- 10:40am on 10/24/07
will you be posting ones you wish to have or ones you want to trade????
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Nan
- 11:38am on 10/24/07
My pleasure. :)
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Meryl
- 12:43pm on 10/24/07
8396. Cookies for Halloween: Black and Orange Cookies
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Meryl
- 6:10pm on 10/23/07
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Yumm - good link!
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DawnNYS
- 3:28pm on 10/24/07
Holidays equal good eating
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WhipAppeal
- 6:58pm on 10/31/07
Yummy Holiday Food
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CookingFine
- 11:24am on 11/01/07
8397. FRC: Look at these fab cakes (note the pirate one!)
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MariaDNoCA
- 6:59pm on 10/23/07
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It would take a heart of stone to cut into some of them. Babies? Kittens? Endangered species?
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aajay
- 9:50am on 10/24/07
LOL, my thoughts exactly!
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AngAk
- 12:56pm on 10/24/07
8398. another Peanutbutter chocolate recipe to try: Buckeye Cake. Nice for bake sales.
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AngAk
- 7:20pm on 10/23/07
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Ang, why are YOU taunting me with this? Is Meryl on vacation?
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Scott in Scottsdale
- 10:15am on 10/24/07
Heehee. She forgot the "Scott, Do Not Read" Warning.
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Meryl
- 12:47pm on 10/24/07
oops.
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AngAk
- 12:56pm on 10/24/07
or breakfast...
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cheezz
- 5:43pm on 10/24/07
8399. Okay, I just discovered the joys of making PIES! I dread rolling out crusts, but had an epiphany..
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Sandi in Hawaii
- 1:02am on 10/24/07
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No picture? :-( Was it cherry? I think a cherry pie with a lattice top is one of the most
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LisainLA
- 2:10am on 10/24/07
Sandi, Love making pies. It took me awhile to get the hang of making pie crust but now it's well ,
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GailNJ
- 7:16am on 10/24/07
Gail, you didn't need the extra sugar because of InterGalactic Law @#&*?><
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MarilynFL
- 9:36am on 10/25/07
Sandi in Hawaii and GailNJ, You must try this Cranberry Pie. I am going to link a picture of it,
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GayR
- 9:08am on 10/24/07
SEE, this is EXACTLY what I wanted when I shelled out $16.99 for a cranberry tart
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MarilynFL
- 9:26am on 10/25/07
To make it even easier... here are my 2 favorite EASY-as-pie crusts
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cheezz
- 5:50pm on 10/24/07
i always need more water than the rec calls for. sure does make a difference, doesn't it!
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wildwoods
- 9:26pm on 10/24/07
Isn't that just the most thrilling sensation...to taste something that you made with your own
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MarilynFL
- 9:22am on 10/25/07
It was totally like the Helen Keller moment!! Now you won't be able to stop me!!!
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Sandi in Hawaii
- 11:32pm on 10/25/07
"Pregnant, Miserable, Self-Pitying Loser Pie....Flambéd, Of Course." <grin!>
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MarilynFL
- 7:28am on 10/26/07
good movie. made me want to go home and bake.
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AngAk
- 11:45am on 10/26/07
Good movie. Made me want pie.
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MarilynFL
- 12:57pm on 10/26/07
8400. Dinner Dilema - what meal would you make to take to someone's home with these criteria:
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LisainLA
- 2:19am on 10/24/07
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Chili con carne. You can make it a day or two ahead and just re-heat it when you get there.
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EvaN
- 2:56am on 10/24/07
I was thinking chili also! Lisa, I have a great recipe for Vegetarian Chili. Let me know.
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Meryl
- 3:55am on 10/24/07
Or how about a main dish salad such as Thai-Style Pasta Salad or
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Meryl
- 4:05am on 10/24/07
Is this it? >>>> I can do mayo, so I'm going tp try this over the weekend.
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LisainLA
- 11:26am on 10/26/07
Yeah, that's the one.
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Meryl
- 1:14pm on 10/26/07
Hi Lisa, rvb initially pointed out this rec: Autumn Stew
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barb_b
- 4:35am on 10/24/07
For something a little elegant how about Chicken with Sherry and Mushroom Sauce
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Sylvia
- 5:12am on 10/24/07
Meatloaf? Meatball Subs? (Can you tell I am on the comfort food kick!)
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barb_b
- 7:53am on 10/24/07
What about this recipe from Charlie: Old-Fashioned Beef Stew. A great make-ahead.
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Pat-NoCal
- 8:08am on 10/24/07
LisaLA, I posted a recipe for Autumn Beef and Vegetable Stew that is wonderful. Here it is
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GayR
- 8:31am on 10/24/07
Lisa, Sorry I can't link for some reason. Do a Search for Autumn Beef and Vegetable Stew and
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GayR
- 8:34am on 10/24/07
Dear God...I think "GayR not being able to link" is one of the biblical portents to
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MarilynFL
- 8:39am on 10/24/07
MarilynFL, I am in complete stitches. You are a "Scream."
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GayR
- 9:11am on 10/24/07
is this it
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AngAk
- 5:09pm on 10/24/07
Yes, AngAK, that is it, I just could'nt get it to work this a.m. Thank you.
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GayR
- 6:53pm on 10/24/07
What about some wraps or muffaletta-type sandwiches?
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Dawn_MO
- 9:09am on 10/24/07
Dawn, I'd be interested in those recipes. Sounds great for an upcoming wine-country picnic.
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Pat-NoCal
- 9:23am on 10/24/07
Here you go Pat. REC: sandwich recipes
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Dawn_MO
- 12:52pm on 10/24/07
Yum, Dawn, these sound great. Big decision is which to try first.
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Pat-NoCal
- 1:14pm on 10/24/07
Pat, check out the recipes again. For some reason, some of the recipes
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Dawn_MO
- 8:32am on 10/25/07
Thanks Dawn, reprinting them now. :o)
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Pat-NoCal
- 8:48am on 10/27/07
If it is still warm on the day of the gathering, these will be on the menu!
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LisainLA
- 9:46am on 10/25/07
Any stew can be made ahead, and in stages. Provencal Chicken with garlic, peppers and vinegar is my
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Joe
- 11:03am on 10/24/07
how about a chicken pie, with just the top crust, or chicken and dumplings made with
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AngAk
- 1:11pm on 10/24/07
Thank you all - stew is definitely the answer! I feel a bit silly now,
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LisainLA
- 9:32am on 10/25/07
8401. JOE! Just saw your post....is everything OK where you're at, fire-wise?
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MarilynFL
- 8:32am on 10/24/07
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Yes, thanks for asking. I live in the flatlands so there was no risk. This morning is cooler and
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Joe
- 9:45am on 10/24/07
8402. Imagine our surprise when we finally cut open the pumpkin we grew in our garden,
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Dawn_MO
- 9:00am on 10/24/07
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Chilled Honeydew soup, smoothies, granita....
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Meryl
- 9:27am on 10/24/07
Honeydew lime popsicles
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Meryl
- 9:27am on 10/24/07
Minted Honeydew Limeade
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Meryl
- 9:28am on 10/24/07
Honeydew Peach Salsa
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Meryl
- 9:28am on 10/24/07
Dawn, I have a recipe for Honeydew in Jalapeno Syrup w/Melon Sorbet if you are interested ..
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GayR
- 9:58am on 10/24/07
Champagne Honewdew Granita
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Bklyn Joe
- 10:54am on 10/24/07
Thanks everyone, I think I am going to try the popsicles and the Champagne Granita...
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Dawn_MO
- 1:03pm on 10/24/07
This is funny! One year I planted cucumbers and zucchini close
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KarenNoCA
- 7:20pm on 10/24/07
spooky. the garden of Dr Moreaux.
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AngAk
- 11:47am on 10/25/07
8403. REC: Pumpkin Ravioli with maple Sage Sauce
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Richard in Cincy
- 9:11am on 10/24/07
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This sounds great! I never would have thought of maple and sage together.
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Joe
- 11:05am on 10/24/07
me either. is the sauce sweet in taste? I make pumpkin ravioli and use a parm cream sauce but I'll
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Randi
- 11:27am on 10/24/07
I love pumpkin and sage together.
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Richard in Cincy
- 11:29am on 10/24/07
your recipe is more savory than the one I make. I'll have to try your recipe, sounds yummy :-)
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Randi
- 12:39pm on 10/24/07
Richard, this sounds wonderful! I hope to be able to try it this weekend....
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Barbara in VA
- 11:37am on 10/24/07
This sounds divine, how would butternut hold up? Or do most folk use butternut instead of pumpkin?
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joanietoo
- 11:56am on 10/24/07
Joanie, butternut would work very well
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Richard in Cincy
- 12:16pm on 10/24/07
I've used canned pumpkin but it's a different recipe than the one Richard posted.
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Randi
- 12:38pm on 10/24/07
and my point would be? ugh, note to self: read response carefully before hitting submit!
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Randi
- 12:41pm on 10/24/07
8404. Spinach and Feta Soup....
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joanietoo
- 11:41am on 10/24/07
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Wow Joanie! As Laurie Colwin used to write, I walk through broken glass to share that meal!
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Michael in Phoenix
- 12:00pm on 10/24/07
and we would have loved to have you share it with us. (Tonight is chilly!! 77*)
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joanietoo
- 7:56pm on 10/24/07
To those who haven't read Laurie Colwin: One of her great books in the Larder Barter.
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MarilynFL
- 10:14am on 10/25/07
FrizzleFrat....I wanted to pull her "Repulsive Dinners: A Memoir" from Gail's at #14255
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MarilynFL
- 2:27pm on 10/25/07
Here you go Marilyn, you will not believe what I had to do to get there...
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Dawn_MO
- 4:16pm on 10/25/07
my hat is off to you Dawn.
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AngAk
- 4:23pm on 10/25/07
Dawn, you are my Archive Angel! "A-Squared." "A to the Second Power"
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MarilynFL
- 7:31am on 10/26/07
Thanks Ang and Mar...
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Dawn_MO
- 10:01am on 10/26/07
8405. ISO: anyone have a to-die-for cioppino or bouillabaisse recipe?
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Shaun in TO
- 1:58pm on 10/24/07
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As a former San Franciscan, I make cioppino all the time, here's mine:
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Steve2 in LA
- 2:16pm on 10/24/07
Here's Julia's recipe for bouillabaisse. The secret to success is fish stock, which is free
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Joe
- 2:51pm on 10/24/07
Decisions, decisions ... bouillappino? cioppaisse? Thanks for the ideas.
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Shaun in TO
- 9:35am on 10/25/07
I've made the one you cite from Gourmet. I didn't care for the red wine in it, probably just
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Curious1
- 10:30am on 10/25/07
Here's one I've been making for many years. Rec: San Francisco-Style Cioppino
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Pat-NoCal
- 8:52pm on 10/25/07
This is lovely too. Rec: Zarzuela de Mariscos (Catalonian Shellfish Stew)
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Pat-NoCal
- 9:07pm on 10/25/07
8406. May I have this dance? volume on, I thought we could use a big smile today :-)
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Randi
- 2:11pm on 10/24/07
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Oh Randi...THANK YOU! I can't tell you how we needed that laugh!!!
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orchid
- 2:17pm on 10/24/07
I know sweetie, I have CNN on right now......
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Randi
- 2:40pm on 10/24/07
Who says white guys can't dance???? Woo hoo!!!!
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Michael in Phoenix
- 2:26pm on 10/24/07
good one Michael '-)))
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Randi
- 2:41pm on 10/24/07
now see, I was wondering if perhaps Michael Jackson had died and been reincarnated.
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MarilynFL
- 6:16pm on 10/24/07
The nose DOES look similar...
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Michael in Phoenix
- 6:42pm on 10/24/07
[tee-hee!]
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MarilynFL
- 8:06pm on 10/24/07
and from a furry one.........
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Randi
- 2:30pm on 10/24/07
That bird is a riot, I massed emailed it - His feet stomping got to me as did his bow's hahaha
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dianncy64
- 2:59pm on 10/24/07
check out the furry one too, it's a hoot!
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Randi
- 3:19pm on 10/24/07
Oh my goodness - this is hilarious!
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deb-in-MI
- 8:06pm on 10/24/07
OMG this is so funny. We needed the laugh so I'm forwarding it. Thanks!!!
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Anna_X
- 1:31am on 10/25/07
This reminds me of a quote from Elvis: "If you got rhythm...
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Michael in Phoenix
- 3:23pm on 10/25/07
That's hysterical. He's on the beat and everything. Now he just needs to get the overbite going...
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Amanda_Illinois
- 6:47pm on 10/25/07
HA!!! Don't let anyone tell you white birds don't got rhythm :)
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cheezz
- 11:24pm on 10/25/07
8407. Ok, what is your favorite apple crisp topping... and I say "crisp"
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DawnNYS
- 2:57pm on 10/24/07
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Hey Dawn, I never use oats - just flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, butter... Here's my favorite recipe
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Meryl
- 4:05pm on 10/24/07
(Note: I posted the whole recipe, not just the topping for "Deep Dish Apple Crisp").
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Meryl
- 4:08pm on 10/24/07
I usually throw oats and nuts in the processor, give it a quick whirl and then add
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Randi
- 4:40pm on 10/24/07
here's a link to a popular "crumble" recipe that stays crisp
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AngAk
- 4:57pm on 10/24/07
That one's similar to the one I posted above. Yep, cosmic twins. :)
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Meryl
- 5:06pm on 10/24/07
LOL. One of the recipes in the link is for the CI version that bakes the crumbles first.
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AngAk
- 5:44pm on 10/24/07
Ah, I missed that - interesting.
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Meryl
- 5:46pm on 10/24/07
This is our number ONE all-time favorite -- I bake it OFTEN :)
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cheezz
- 5:56pm on 10/24/07
Thanks everyone! Cheezz
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DawnNYS
- 2:02pm on 10/26/07
HA!!! That's my grand-NEPHEW :) And yes, he is absolutely adorable -- that's him
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cheezz
- 10:40pm on 10/26/07
8408. Porcini's - the thrill of the hunt! this is what I've been doing and why I haven't
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Randi
- 3:32pm on 10/24/07
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Holy shmoly! Lucky you!
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Shaun in TO
- 3:50pm on 10/24/07
Oh man, they're incredible. I miss those beauties!
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Meryl
- 4:00pm on 10/24/07
Unbelievable! Thanks for sharing the pics! I am in awe!
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barb_b
- 4:28pm on 10/24/07
Randi, How fantastic, I have never seen shrooms that big! Thans for the pics.
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GayR
- 4:51pm on 10/24/07
Now there just HAS to be a gnome around there somewhere?
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MarilynFL
- 6:07pm on 10/24/07
there is but I only see him if I finish all the wine myself '-)))) one does become crazed
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Randi
- 6:20pm on 10/24/07
LOL!
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joanietoo
- 8:08pm on 10/24/07
Well, I guess I can try that line tonight?
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MarilynFL
- 9:28am on 10/25/07
did it work? '-)))
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Randi
- 1:21pm on 10/25/07
Nope. Must have been that Royal Icing stuck to my ear.
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MarilynFL
- 7:20am on 10/26/07
My good golly miss Molly...huge, lucky you!
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joanietoo
- 7:59pm on 10/24/07
What are you going to do with them all? Do you get them in the veld or the garden?
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joanietoo
- 8:01pm on 10/24/07
I go into the woods for them but this year, they are litterally everywhere. I've never seen
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Randi
- 11:31am on 10/25/07
I'll take "Green With Envy" for $500, Alex. Jealous. SO jealous. And now, hungry for 'shrooms.
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Steve2 in LA
- 7:59pm on 10/24/07
Damn.
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Steve2 in LA
- 8:00pm on 10/24/07
Amazing. Simply Amazing. That's not going to be enough wine.
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Joe
- 8:49pm on 10/24/07
Yup, I agree with Joe, not enough wine. Will happily trade wine for porcinis. :o)
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Pat-NoCal
- 9:18pm on 10/24/07
Speaking of porcinis, here's a recipe I just got via email: Cornish Hens with Porcini-Rice Stuffing
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Meryl
- 2:08pm on 10/25/07
Oh this sounds great! I happen to have a baggie of dried porchini
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Heather_in_SF
- 6:20pm on 10/25/07
I love them with pasta. I add them with their broth to fettuccine with shallots, garlic,
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Meryl
- 7:05pm on 10/25/07
Maybe Randi will post some of her dried shrooms in the Larder Barter (hint, hint!) ;o) hehehe
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Mimi
- 7:34am on 10/26/07
great minds..... that's what I was thinking. I hve what I need for family and friends here but
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Randi
- 11:30am on 10/26/07
how do you dry them?
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AngAk
- 11:48am on 10/26/07
first, I was them to get off sand and dirt, then slice them about 1/4" thick. the caps usually go
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Randi
- 12:06pm on 10/26/07
ahem, "wash them"
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Randi
- 12:06pm on 10/26/07
I thought you meant that you was them in a former life, and that's why you treat them
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Joe
- 1:11pm on 10/26/07
LOL
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Randi
- 1:51pm on 10/26/07
8409. Another Halloween cookie recipe: Mummy Cookies with White Chocolate Wrapping
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Meryl
- 5:19pm on 10/24/07
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I think the skeleton cookie version is quite cute too.
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AngAk
- 5:36pm on 10/24/07
I made some quick "turtle" candies using 2 mini M&Ms for eyes to look like funny creatures
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AngAk
- 5:42pm on 10/24/07
8410. Cyn, made the Rum Raisin Walnut Cake today. Very nice. It is now
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Misplaced in AZ
- 6:14pm on 10/24/07
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I'm going to make it again but use the small loaf pans. Or I may invest in the mini bundts!
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CynUpstateNY
- 7:36pm on 10/24/07
you will love the mini bundts. such fun.
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AngAk
- 11:53am on 10/25/07
8411. Looks good - Herb-Roasted Red Onions
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Meryl
- 7:35pm on 10/24/07
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And cheezz, no, you can't drizzle these with a little chocolate!
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Meryl
- 7:36pm on 10/24/07
just a *little*??
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cheezz
- 11:25pm on 10/25/07
8412. Does this sound good?
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skyastara
- 3:30am on 10/25/07
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Oh- I have some nice cooking apples too
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skyastara
- 3:42am on 10/25/07
Perhaps because I just did this, the apples are my choice. I brined
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MarilynFL
- 6:44am on 10/25/07
But to your question, it sounds delicious if you've been able to find pork chops
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MarilynFL
- 6:50am on 10/25/07
I highly recommend this dish
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rhoward2va
- 7:07am on 10/25/07
I think your ideas sounds delicious. You could saute the apples as a side dish--just quarter and
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Joe
- 10:17am on 10/25/07
Will you think I am crazy if
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skyastara
- 9:06pm on 10/25/07
No. Great minds think alike, that's all.
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Joe
- 12:20am on 10/26/07
could be the full moon.
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AngAk
- 11:49am on 10/26/07
8413. Rec. Apple Pecan Pork Chops
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Marsha tbay
- 8:33am on 10/25/07
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MarilynFL
- 9:27am on 10/25/07
I make a dish similar to this. It doesn't have brandy and cream though. Looking forward
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GailNJ
- 12:19pm on 10/25/07
8414. Strip Loin Roast
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- 10:17am on 10/25/07
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Sylvia
- 4:11pm on 10/25/07
8415. Made a 12 egg white angel cake, but need some ideas on how to
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Misplaced in AZ
- 2:20pm on 10/25/07
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Creme brulee,
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aajay
- 2:22pm on 10/25/07
Lemon curd. Use a stick blender to wiz ingredients together.
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MarilynFL
- 2:26pm on 10/25/07
or tangerine curd
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AngAk
- 3:00pm on 10/25/07
love, love, love this curd!!! Where is Sue, anyway??
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Sandi in Hawaii
- 3:04am on 10/26/07
We love that curd too, Sandi. It goes great on Cranberry-Tangerine Scones.
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Pat-NoCal
- 11:05am on 10/27/07
Oh, I've made those and I love love love those scones too!!!
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Sandi in Hawaii
- 12:00pm on 10/27/07
Made THE worst lemon curd on Sunday. Icky sweet and it wouldn't even set.
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CynUpstateNY
- 3:46pm on 10/25/07
we saw the show on curds. what is with his recipes? they look good on TV but when
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Randi
- 6:14pm on 10/25/07
Yup- a souflee that fell and a pork dish that curdled. Three strikes- he's out!
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CynUpstateNY
- 6:30pm on 10/25/07
I tried his brownies once. Dry and crumbly. Yuck.
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Amanda_Illinois
- 6:48pm on 10/25/07
Forget Alton.... try this one :)
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cheezz
- 11:27pm on 10/25/07
Lemon Bars,Chocolate Pot de Creme,Ice Cream,Yellow Cake,Chocolate Cream Pie, Natilla,Key Lime Pie
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Meryl
- 2:39pm on 10/25/07
REC: Egg Yolk Cookies
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JudyW
- 3:44pm on 10/25/07
In the old Joy of Cooking, if I recall correctly
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Dawn_MO
- 4:07pm on 10/25/07
Thank you all for the great ideas. I will try the curd recipe and the
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Misplaced in AZ
- 4:22pm on 10/25/07
Here you go Misplaced...REC: Eight-Yolk Cake
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Dawn_MO
- 6:35pm on 10/25/07
Thank you Dawn. Appreciate your help.
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Misplaced in AZ
- 6:59pm on 10/25/07
You are most welcome, Misplaced.
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Dawn_MO
- 10:06am on 10/26/07
then serve with the 4 egg yolk curd and all the yolks are used up!
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AngAk
- 6:59pm on 10/25/07
Guess we were both writing at the same time. Good idea Ang.
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Misplaced in AZ
- 7:01pm on 10/25/07
Look up recipes for
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mistral
- 6:37pm on 10/25/07
This is reallly delicious. Rec: Chocolate Croissant Pudding With Wild Turkey Sauce
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Pat-NoCal
- 8:59pm on 10/25/07
Rec: Caramel Swirl Ice Cream
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Pat-NoCal
- 9:01pm on 10/25/07
Rec: Apple Pie with Walnut Streusel.....this was a tasty one
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Pat-NoCal
- 9:03pm on 10/25/07
(pie - did I hear pie?)
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Sandi in Hawaii
- 11:46pm on 10/25/07
LOL!
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Dawn_MO
- 10:02am on 10/26/07
Ohmigosh Pat. Thanks for the recipes. I cannot make the ice cream
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Misplaced in AZ
- 12:51pm on 10/26/07
Mmm, thanks for the pointer to the brownies, they sound great.
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Pat-NoCal
- 11:01am on 10/27/07
8416. Ang- or anyone who has mad the Homemade Oreos: I ran out of Dutch
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CynUpstateNY
- 2:42pm on 10/25/07
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Cyn, if you use regular cocoa, you won't have that ultra dark color- other than that, it should be
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Meryl
- 2:52pm on 10/25/07
Thank you, Meryl- should have addressed this to our resident chocoholic!
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CynUpstateNY
- 3:06pm on 10/25/07
i've used both. like Meryl said, it should be fine.
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AngAk
- 3:28pm on 10/25/07
I used regular Nestle cocoa powder from Vons (I know... GASP, WHEEZ) and they were DELISH!
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cheezz
- 11:28pm on 10/25/07
8417. I've never made Cornish Hens, although I had them a few times in good restaurants years ago,
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Meryl
- 5:13pm on 10/25/07
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My family makes them all of the time for the holidays and for special occasions....
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Heather_in_SF
- 6:32pm on 10/25/07
Yeah, but guys,.. what about the taste and texture? How does it compare to a regular chicken?
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Meryl
- 7:19pm on 10/25/07
(I meant to post this to both you and Ang - ended up in the wrong spot).
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Meryl
- 7:19pm on 10/25/07
more delicate. very tender. not gamey at all.
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AngAk
- 11:55am on 10/26/07
Thanks.
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Meryl
- 1:26pm on 10/26/07
i agree, they're a bit more decadent than regular roast chicken.
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wildwoods
- 8:28pm on 10/26/07
Heather, I already know about the recipe with porcini, because I'm the one who posted it! heehee!
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Meryl
- 7:22pm on 10/25/07
Erk! (she says blushingly!!!) sorry about that Meryl, it does sound delicious!
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Heather_in_SF
- 2:58pm on 10/26/07
Thanks, Heather. :)
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Meryl
- 3:41pm on 10/26/07
I sometimes make these for Thanksgiving when it's just the 2 of us. a bit more festive to me
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AngAk
- 6:56pm on 10/25/07
Here is one of my favorite ways with Cornish Hens, if I remember right I had a recipe
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Nan
- 8:13pm on 10/25/07
Thanks, Nan. How are you doing?
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Meryl
- 1:25pm on 10/26/07
My all time favorite way to do Cornish Game Hen halves
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KarenNoCA
- 6:55pm on 10/27/07
8418. Rec. Bill Murphy's Bird Stuffing...This recipe comes from a local TV 'celebrity'. This recipe is a
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Marsha tbay
- 5:31pm on 10/25/07
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Sounds good and I love the tips at the end!
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ErininPrague
- 5:37pm on 10/25/07
8419. ISO Meryl: My sister made the chocolate p'nut butter cake for a baby shower today.
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CynUpstateNY
- 5:49pm on 10/25/07
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Wow! It sounds soooooo good!!! And that photo......!!!
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Meryl
- 7:15pm on 10/25/07
If you make it I will come help you eat it... I'm prepared to suffer for a friend...
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cheezz
- 11:30pm on 10/25/07
Please get in line- I volunteered many posts ago ;-)
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CynUpstateNY
- 5:01am on 10/26/07
Maybe we can do a "Sisterhood of the Traveling Cake"...we each take a bite and mail it along?
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MarilynFL
- 8:15am on 10/26/07
And we can use the "media mail" box to mail it in!
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CynUpstateNY
- 3:06pm on 10/26/07
Thanks for the post. I want to try this for my son's b'day
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lorijean
- 10:41am on 10/26/07
thanks for the report, i've been planning on making it this weekend.
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wildwoods
- 8:30pm on 10/26/07
8420. This sounds really good-Pearl Couscous w/Olives & Roasted Tomatoes. Epicurious has gotten so cheap,
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Meryl
- 7:45pm on 10/25/07
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Recipe with photos:
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Meryl
- 7:45pm on 10/25/07
Gluten-free Chocolate Financiers from same site (not T&T by me)
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MarilynFL
- 12:29pm on 10/26/07
8421. Rec. Avocado Mayonnaise
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Marsha tbay
- 9:39pm on 10/25/07
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This mayo would be great as a shrimp dip.
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Sylvia
- 5:53pm on 10/26/07
Oh ya! I love cold shrimp and guacamole, so this would work!
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MarilynFL
- 8:10pm on 10/26/07
great idea!
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wildwoods
- 8:31pm on 10/26/07
How about serving the mayo with sweet potato fries?
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Sylvia
- 7:58am on 10/27/07
8422. Anyone in need of a good laugh, toggle up to 8404 and read "Repulsive Dinners: A Memoir" by Laurie
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MarilynFL
- 7:34am on 10/26/07
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I hope the 'dinner' spinach soup wasn't a reminder of a repulsive dinner...it was actually delish.
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joanietoo
- 1:35pm on 10/28/07
8423. Gingerbread House Update: Not taking formal bets, but I'm pretty sure none of the other bakers--
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MarilynFL
- 8:11am on 10/26/07
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I can't wait to see pictures of this monstrosity. ;o)
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Mimi
- 12:24pm on 10/26/07
Well Marilyn, I'm proud of you for sticking to it! I would have
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EvaN
- 8:23pm on 10/27/07
8424. If you could take a moment to read this, thanks.
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Dawn_MO
- 9:52am on 10/26/07
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Thanks for the info, Dawn....at times like this, any help helps.
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MarilynFL
- 10:36am on 10/26/07
OMG! I know who she is. I have purchased her chocolates
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lorijean
- 10:47am on 10/26/07
Thanks for the info - much appreciated!
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deb-in-MI
- 1:49pm on 10/26/07
Thank you so much for sharing this story, Dawn! I really appreciate it.
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EvaN
- 1:05pm on 11/03/07
8425. Rec: Creamed Caraway and Dill Pumpkin (side dish for roasted meats)
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Richard in Cincy
- 11:41am on 10/26/07
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mmm, i can almost smell this recipe! sounds lovely.
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wildwoods
- 8:36pm on 10/26/07
8426. Rec: Cheese and Cream Potato Bake
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Richard in Cincy
- 11:54am on 10/26/07
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oooooo... ahhhhhhhhh - and so easy! Thanks Richard
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cheezz
- 10:43pm on 10/26/07
8427. This is adorable: Chocolate-covered Strawberry Ghosts
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MarilynFL
- 2:27pm on 10/26/07
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Oh how cute!!!!!!
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MariaDNoCA
- 3:59pm on 10/26/07
Does anyone else keep seeing Edvard Munch's "The Scream"? Or maybe they saw the pricetag.
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MarilynFL
- 8:08pm on 10/26/07
I takes 2 minutes to make one... why would anyone pay $4.50!!!!!!!!
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cheezz
- 10:46pm on 10/26/07
cheez, my thought exactly.
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Sylvia
- 7:55am on 10/27/07
8428. Looks good: Raspberry Walnut Coffee Cake
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Meryl
- 4:04pm on 10/26/07
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and drizzled decoratively with dark chocolate, it would be perfect! sorry, I'll call my sponsor now
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cheezz
- 10:48pm on 10/26/07
Hey cheez, how about some cake with your chocolate? :)
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Meryl
- 2:13pm on 10/27/07
But of course... the chocolate DOES need some sort of pedestal
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cheezz
- 6:08pm on 10/27/07
LOL
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Meryl
- 8:27pm on 10/27/07
8429. Any Appetizers with a Halloween theme?
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MariaDNoCA
- 6:14pm on 10/26/07
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Here's one I've made in the past
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SusanKentfieldCa
- 7:47pm on 10/26/07
This was pretty cute from Paula's Home Cookin'
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cheezz
- 11:04pm on 10/26/07
You'll find some Halloween menu ideas at the link.
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Sylvia
- 7:54am on 10/27/07
thanks all!
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MariaDNoCA
- 7:27pm on 10/28/07
this is too late for you, but green guacamole is always a quick halloween treat.
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AngAk
- 2:16pm on 10/29/07
8430. AARP magazine has an amazing food recipe database- healthy & delicious & much more
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dianncy64
- 1:48am on 10/27/07
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Hmmm, link didn't work for me.
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Steve2 in LA
- 2:09am on 10/27/07
Here is a link to the food section
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Gecko
- 2:29am on 10/27/07
8431. Has anyone heard of this type of bread baking? I know NY Times No Knead Bread is popular..
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CactusSue
- 9:52am on 10/27/07
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Looks interesting. I'd be interested in trying half a recipe.
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Sylvia
- 10:16am on 10/27/07
there was thread on this bread last year, here's the link for you.
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Randi
- 10:44am on 10/28/07
oh yeah... one of my baking disasters!
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cheezz
- 7:49pm on 10/28/07
Thanks, but this technique is a little different, you leave it in your fridge, not..
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CactusSue
- 6:14pm on 11/03/07
8432. have any of you used frozen (shredded) zucchini in baking? i'm guessing it'd be fine, but would
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wildwoods
- 11:15am on 10/27/07
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I think it would be fine if you defrosted it and squeezed all the liquid out.
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Cindy
- 12:52pm on 10/27/07
thanks cindy. i guess the thawed texture isn't much different from when it's fresh.
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wildwoods
- 9:50am on 10/28/07
My sister does this all the time. She just squeezes out the excess moisture
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Dawn_MO
- 10:36am on 10/28/07
8433. vodka in your pastry? interesting recipe from cooks illustrated...
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wildwoods
- 11:20am on 10/27/07
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I prefer mine straight up...:)
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deb-in-MI
- 11:30am on 10/27/07
What kinda pies you been making, deb??
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Sandi in Hawaii
- 12:03pm on 10/27/07
Mainly apple pies, but also
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deb-in-MI
- 12:56pm on 10/28/07
Ahhh, a vodka themed party, right down to the dessert!
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joanietoo
- 9:02am on 10/28/07
I have to try this!
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Sandi in Hawaii
- 12:05pm on 10/27/07
Vodka in Pie Crust...
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Stephanie-Oh
- 2:09pm on 10/28/07
8434. some handy baking substitutions...
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wildwoods
- 11:38am on 10/27/07
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Thank you!! This is very helpful, I always seem to be out of something...... :)
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MoNJ
- 7:58am on 10/29/07
good to know i'm not the only one to get half way through a rec only to discover i'm out of
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wildwoods
- 6:59pm on 10/30/07
8435. Just go this via email: Deep, Dark Sandwich Cookies
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Meryl
- 2:51pm on 10/27/07
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Typo - meant just "Got" this.
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Meryl
- 2:52pm on 10/27/07
Nice!! Like it, Meryl did you browse the recipe collection? Great Stuff I personally like the
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dianncy64
- 2:59pm on 10/27/07
Yes, I looked through it awhile ago - good stuff there. I subscribe to their newsletter, etc.
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Meryl
- 3:16pm on 10/27/07
Meryl, i also get their news letter and have found some really nice recipes
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Misplaced in AZ
- 9:11pm on 10/27/07
No I haven't - I'm not a bread baker (only quick breads). Have you tried them?
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Meryl
- 9:45pm on 10/27/07
No, I have not tried them. I am also not a bread baker, although I
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Misplaced in AZ
- 10:34am on 10/28/07
8436. I've been making batches of this REC: Sugared Cranberry Trail Mix from Debbie/NJ
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Sandi in Hawaii
- 5:00pm on 10/27/07
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Sandi, thanks for this recipe, I've been online trying to find something easy and inexpensive
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Barb
- 8:57pm on 10/27/07
Ssssh, don't tell my son, but I scrimped on his batch, and left out the nuts...
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Sandi in Hawaii
- 9:58pm on 10/27/07
8437. Chicken Marsala With Cremini Mushrooms, Pancetta and Sage - adapted from Cook's Illustrated
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Meryl
- 5:03pm on 10/27/07
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(haven't tried this yet)
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Meryl
- 5:03pm on 10/27/07
8438. How long does homemade mayo (actually aioli) keep?
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Shaun in TO
- 5:08pm on 10/27/07
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I think a few days to a week is right--but with aioli made with fresh garlic I think
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Joe
- 5:37pm on 10/27/07
8439. Anyone made a cheese souffle recently? I have one in the oven and want an
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joanietoo
- 5:49pm on 10/27/07
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This must be a "passe" dish too. No one seems to make it these days, however it was....
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joanietoo
- 8:56am on 10/28/07
Hey joanie, I didn't see this post until now. I LOVE cheese souffle!
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EvaN
- 1:24pm on 11/04/07
8440. speaking of curd (i.e. #8415)... has anyone ever done pomegranate curd?
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cheezz
- 6:06pm on 10/27/07
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the only one i've seen was indeed a grayish green.
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wildwoods
- 9:54am on 10/28/07
8441. Has anyone experienced very strong smelling and tasting green beans?
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KarenNoCA
- 7:08pm on 10/27/07
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Strange! I think I would take them back to the store and ask them for an explanation.
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cheezz
- 12:57am on 10/28/07
8442. Callebaut vs. Cacao Barry Extra Brute Cocoa Powder
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Meryl
- 11:57pm on 10/27/07
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i can't compare, but i've been happy (though underwhelmed) with the callebaut regular cocoa.
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wildwoods
- 9:59am on 10/28/07
For Dutched , I usually use Droste, which I've been very happy with. - Haven't tried Callebaut.
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Meryl
- 2:05pm on 10/28/07
8443. Question: Is pâté passé?
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Traca
- 2:39am on 10/28/07
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I usually serve some sort of pate at my parties and it always goes over well. Most often a
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Sylvia
- 5:33am on 10/28/07
I haven't seen a pate for ages, except for the salamon pate I had
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EvaN
- 5:44am on 10/28/07
I still make it...
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sandra-in-australia
- 5:55am on 10/28/07
Perhaps if you started serving it it would come back where you are now living...on the islands here>
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joanietoo
- 8:54am on 10/28/07
here, SE Alaska, a smoked salmon pate is usually around. I too would like to see some recipes.TIA
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Nan
- 11:01am on 10/28/07
I think it's poised to make a comeback! I love to serve it, and when it's there, people eat it.
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Joe
- 1:08pm on 10/28/07
I love pate and always serve it at parties. It always get eaten up.
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Amanda_Illinois
- 7:00pm on 10/28/07
would you all mind posting your pate recipes? I'd love to try some. I like it too and I'm tired of
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Randi
- 12:27pm on 10/29/07
Here's the pâté recipe that I've enjoyed...
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Traca
- 10:33pm on 10/29/07
I'm going to make this over the weekend, wow, butter, cream and booze, can't go wrong there '-))
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Randi
- 12:11pm on 10/30/07
Randi, I found some pâté recipes that look interesting...it's not all about chicken!
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Traca
- 10:40pm on 10/29/07
the duck one does look interesting. I had posted a chocolate pate way back on the swamp :-)
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Randi
- 12:28pm on 10/30/07
Oooh, Tony Bourdain's version here...
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Traca
- 1:24am on 10/30/07
Wow! This is awesome. I'll give pate a try then.
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Traca
- 10:13pm on 10/29/07
Anyone have a recipe for Rumaki Pate?
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TammyArcadia CA
- 4:25am on 10/30/07
Here you go Tammy REC: Rumaki Pate
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Dawn_MO
- 8:41am on 10/30/07
Does anyone have a recipe for Salmon Pate? I would love to try that. Thanks!
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Dawn_MO
- 7:44am on 11/03/07
I need to buy a clue. What's the difference between rillet and pate? Dawn, I love Joe's salmon
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Traca
- 7:16pm on 11/03/07
Please, don't hurt me . . . a "rillet" is a tiny stream. . .
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Steve2 in LA
- 10:14pm on 11/03/07
Perfect...a lesson an multiple fronts! Thanks Steve.
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Traca
- 1:00am on 11/04/07
8444. Smoky Bacon and Squash Soup (Delicous!)
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Sylvia
- 6:01am on 10/28/07
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MMMM, I think we will try this version this week. I have butternut peeled and ready to go.
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joanietoo
- 8:58am on 10/28/07
ah, this is how i can get dh to eat squash soup!
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wildwoods
- 9:44am on 10/28/07
I just made and tasted this. It is absoultely delicious and looks beautiful.
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CynUpstateNY
- 1:22pm on 10/28/07
Grrrrrr! Make that "Delicious!"
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Sylvia
- 6:08pm on 10/28/07
8445. Rec. Butternut Squash with Parsley, Garlic & Lemon Sauce.
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Marsha tbay
- 11:48am on 10/28/07
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8446. chef's catalog sure has changed. they are now selling furniture, lighting and food and
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Randi
- 1:22pm on 10/28/07
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here's a link to the cakes..... oh my, someone must have a recipe for this... Meryl?
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- 1:29pm on 10/28/07
I found one that might be worth a try....
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Randi
- 1:32pm on 10/28/07
Randi, thanks for