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I have used the thin skewers that come with the packet for trussing poultry. They are thin and you can use them in each end of the stalk (like missjulia). When I taught grilling class I used to call them asparagus rafts!! So easy to turn when both ends are skewered. And the thin skewers can be used on thin asparagus whereas the heavy ones can not.

Make sure your dog tag has your home phone as well as your cell. If you are traveling, your cell will be the only way someone can get in touch with you. Microchip is important as well. I agree that you should take your dogs food, favorite treats, toys and fresh water. My dog has his own travel bag and it if filled with all the necessities. Safe travels for you and your pets!

Why do people still put their spices and herbs in clear bottles and then 'display' them above that hot stove.

Just in from a tomato/Serrano pepper picking session. My cherry and sweet 100's have been giving us many small tomatoes to enjoy and the celebrity bigger tomatoes are turning red and giving us tomatoes to slice. Have had two sessions of BLT's last week and so summer is here in Southern AZ. Basil is booming and I also see some pesto sessions coming next week. Happy summer days ahead.

I think asking your guests to pay for your honeymoon is so tacky. I was invited to a wedding where the couple had everything they wanted. They asked us to donate to a favorite charity in honor of them which I was happy to do.

Living in Korea I loved the kimchi I could get in the markets. I don't like the fish kimchi so always made mine without any fish sauce. Actually kimchi refers to any vegetable that is treated in this manner. Scallion kimchi is fantastic as is spinach kimchi. I guess you could say the term kimchi is used in the same way we use the term salad. Love the stuff and have fun making your own.

I have an antique cake plate and cover. I love it because you turn the plate upside down and the cover fits into the base (upside down) and you can use it for punch, triffle, serve rolls, etc out of it. It is a multitasker.

I have a recipe from a friend that is put in a cold oven at the start. It uses regular flour and is delicious. Even tho it has no lemon, it has a slight lemon flavor. I love it with fresh berries and whipped cream or toasted in the morning for breakfast.

Even tho I have a 'reader', I still like to hold that magazine or cookbook in my hand and curl up in a chair or bed and read it. Call me a dodo bird if you like.
I finally had to get rid of about 250 magazines and gave them to a local cooking school. The students could pick which ones they wanted and the school just kept them in a closet. Win win for everyone. I got rid of them an they had access to some great magazines.

I love popovers!!! They are so easy to make and you can add just about anything to a basic recipe. As you said, it is a great teaching tool and kids and grownups love them. I also make d.co gringo churros with puff pastry and also make puff pastry with lots of parmesan cheese and black pepper. People are always impressed.