I also use the microwave but with a minor twist. Years ago my father discovered that if you stand a stick on its end (in a turntable microwave) it softens much more evenly with less melting. Frid...
I insisted that my wedding cake actually taste good and it did, to the open (and pleased) surprise of many guests.
But...we also had chocolate chip cookies in a nod to my father, who...
Unfortunately this suggestion raises the fat content of the meal, but a thin layer of butter seals the bread nicely. You could get the same effect with a nice runny cheese.
I also use...
I am so spoiled. My local grocery store, Wegmans, sells actual fresh squeezed (in the store) juice. It is expensive and has a short shelf life but it is such a treat sometimes.
There are literally dozens of green markets in NYC. I don't know if this list is complete but it is the one put out by The Council on the Environment of NYC.
Kashi TLC 7 Grain. I was surprised to realize just how delicious and versatile a multigrain cracker can be. I like the water crackers ok but I often find them more brittle than crisp so that they...
At my current apartment I had a lot of trouble with squirrels digging up all of my plant containers. I have had very good luck with Critter Ridder by HaveAHart. It is a concentrated version of sp...
monterey jack on sandwich wheat, sometimes with tomato. I always have to remind myself that less is more or I end up putting way too much cheese on the sandwich. One fairly thin slice really is p...
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Are #2 & #3's labels reversed?
I also use the microwave but with a minor twist. Years ago my father discovered that if you stand a stick on its end (in a turntable microwave) it softens much more evenly with less melting. Frid...
I insisted that my wedding cake actually taste good and it did, to the open (and pleased) surprise of many guests. But...we also had chocolate chip cookies in a nod to my father, who...
this would be fun in miniature for a buffet dessert!
Unfortunately this suggestion raises the fat content of the meal, but a thin layer of butter seals the bread nicely. You could get the same effect with a nice runny cheese. I also use...
I am so spoiled. My local grocery store, Wegmans, sells actual fresh squeezed (in the store) juice. It is expensive and has a short shelf life but it is such a treat sometimes.
Sorry. I also meant to say that I have always enjoyed the one at 77th.
There are literally dozens of green markets in NYC. I don't know if this list is complete but it is the one put out by The Council on the Environment of NYC.
Very nice!! I want one! I could be fun to do with other bright colors too.
Picnics were such an integral part of our early relationship that my husband proposed on one.
I love the figures but I really really want to know where the shelf supports in the camel picture are from?
Kashi TLC 7 Grain. I was surprised to realize just how delicious and versatile a multigrain cracker can be. I like the water crackers ok but I often find them more brittle than crisp so that they...
This sounds like something from my cookbook of traditional Irish recipes.
Even aside from the "ungreen" part, I wouldn't want to pay for that much hot water!
At my current apartment I had a lot of trouble with squirrels digging up all of my plant containers. I have had very good luck with Critter Ridder by HaveAHart. It is a concentrated version of sp...
Ok, but where is the yellow striped rug in the photo of the white kitchen from?
Please don't use fabric softener sheets! They are very toxic.
monterey jack on sandwich wheat, sometimes with tomato. I always have to remind myself that less is more or I end up putting way too much cheese on the sandwich. One fairly thin slice really is p...
Fruit and plain yogurt.
I love caprese salad and these are lovely. I am certainly going to steal this idea for a party in the near future.