sugarbird's Profile
| Display Name: | sugarbird |
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| Member Since: | 3/31/08 |
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I loved my 190-sq-foot NYC studio and still miss it sometimes (now I cohabitate in a 1 BR). It was a corner unit with high ceilings, so even though it was tiny it got lots of light and a great cross-breeze when the windows were open. I painted it pale blue with sheer curtains, and it always felt very open and airy. It was also super quick to clean--ideal for a messy person like me! The location was perfect, too: on a beautiful block near Riverside Park. How Small is the Smallest Space You've Ever Called Home? Reader Survey |
4/10/12 5:17 PM |
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Blue cheese- or goat cheese-stuffed dates; sugared and/or spiced nuts What Are the Best Appetizers for Thanksgiving Day? Good Questions |
11/9/11 5:58 PM |
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This would also be a great idea for coasters (smaller), with a felt or cork backing on the underside of the wood. How to Make Jen's DIY Oversized Scrabble Tile Art |
9/29/11 12:50 PM |
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Fudge (regular and penuche) or pralines. You said you've done meringues, but you can switch things up by adding different ground nuts, or make a pavlova with fruit and whipped cream (or individual pavlovas if that's less messy to serve). Easy, Everyday Desserts That Happen to Be Gluten-Free? Good Questions |
9/23/11 5:14 PM |
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Continuing the votes for vegetarian chili with lots of toppings and cornbread. Flexible, Vegan Main Dish for a Mixed Group? Good Questions |
9/21/11 1:38 PM |
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I second soups, chili, curry, dal... Some are not as quick to make as others but if you make one on a Sunday afternoon you can have leftovers all week. Or, for a quick weeknight meal that keeps well for leftovers, warm grain or pasta salad with lots of raw or lightly cooked vegetables and some feta cheese. Quick Vegetarian Meals That Work Well as Leftovers Too? Good Questions |
9/13/11 3:15 PM |
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When I was a kid we practiced with popcorn. Cook's Confession: I Can't Use Chopsticks |
8/16/11 5:49 PM |
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Lately I've been eating what I call "savory strawberry salad sandwiches:" sliced strawberries, spinach, and feta cheese on bread with a little mayo (this was born out of one of those "only-odds-and-ends-in-the-fridge-so-why-not-just-throw-it-all-together" days). Also delish with sliced nectarine. Try This! Strawberry Sandwiches |
7/18/11 4:35 PM |
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I like making pie crusts, and I also think that making something by hand is part of the pleasure of the whole experience. Eating the pie and serving it to others is more emotionally satisfying when it is something you made yourself from start to finish. Make or Buy? Pie Crust |
6/9/11 12:13 PM |
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I second India as a wish-list destination! I loved eating in Thailand and am sure I would love Malaysia too. In the U.S., I vote for New Mexico, assuming you like chiles and Mexican/Southwest-style food! Summer Travel Plans: Where's the Best Food Destination? |
6/3/11 10:38 AM |
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Anna, I feel your pain! We have no drawers in our tiny kitchen and hardly any counter space. We solved the problem by buying two magnetic office-supply caddies from the container store and putting them on the side of the fridge (we had to reinforce with additional magnets to get them to stay put). One is for silverware and the other is for small utensils like measuring spoons (wooden spoons and other big tools do go in a jar on the counter). Help! I Need Creative Solutions for Storing Silverware Good Questions |
6/3/11 10:33 AM |
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My family used to have an annual "work weekend" too for our shared family house. I always volunteered for house-painting duty. I love cmcinnyc's idea of ratatouille; I also suggest a big pot of chili (or two pots if one is vegetarian and one has meat) if you want something a little heartier after all that hard work. Serve with cornbread and lots of fixins (cheese, sour cream, avocado, etc.). Creative, Inexpensive Meal for a House Party of 60 Guests? Good Questions |
6/3/11 10:26 AM |
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I love the Cook's Illustrated focaccia with grated baked potato in the dough. It's really light and fluffy with a good chew. Lessons from Italy: 3 Tips for Making Authentic Focaccia Los Angeles Times |
6/1/11 4:15 PM |
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Perfect! I have some leftover thyme and roasted garlic in the fridge. I know what I'm making this weekend... Recipe: Onion-Thyme Jam |
5/26/11 11:35 AM |
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I took jam on a plane before (in my checked luggage) and found that the changing air pressure unsealed and then resealed the jars, making a huge mess (luckily I'd packed them in ziploc bags)... Homemade Treats for Summer Gifting? Good Question |
5/25/11 12:42 PM |
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When I turned 16, I requested a pumpkin cake with cream cheese icing for my birthday party (a summer pool party!), and two-tiered like a wedding cake. My mom usually used boxed mixes, except for pumpkin cake, which was (and is) a Christmas tradition. All my friends thought I was a weirdo, but I still remember it as my favorite birthday cake ever. Modern Or Traditional: What's Your Birthday Cake Style? |
5/17/11 3:12 PM |
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I don't do it every time anymore, but I definitely did when I was a kid, and still do occasionally. Secret Pleasures: Nibbling Raw Spaghetti |
5/16/11 11:20 AM |
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These look awesome! I love the idea of making them with jam instead of chocolate, and will be doing that this weekend! How To Make Halfway Cookies |
4/29/11 12:27 PM |
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My other fix for ruined quick breads is French toast. Soaking it in the egg-milk mixture fixes any dryness; frying it up eliminates any sogginess. I did this to a horrible batch of pumpkin bread and ended up with maybe the best breakfast of my life... Sweet Idea: Banana Bread Croutons |
3/31/11 1:41 PM |
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The bay leaves really seem to work--I do that too. And I freeze my flour (and use it directly out of the freezer). How To Prevent & Get Rid Of Grain Weevils |
3/8/11 12:42 PM |
