spotonmeg's Profile
| Display Name: | spotonmeg |
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| Member Since: | 8/19/08 |
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Yes. I LOVE mine. Fanatically. I'm glad they make them splash-proof now, as they used to short out often. A $93 Thermometer? Why the Thermapen Is Worth It Product Review |
4/21/11 8:13 PM |
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A particularly memorable meal may find me secreting the menu away afterwards (esp if photocopied), or saving the cork from our wine... Meal Ephemera: Menus, Bills, & Napkins as Treasure |
3/23/11 1:19 PM |
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@ Limes: BRILLIANT TIP!! I love those flat parchemnt sheets, but cutting them *perfectly* is not my thing. 5 Basic Baking Tools I Can't Live Without |
3/11/11 4:07 PM |
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Name: RetroRenovation The Homies: Best Home Design Blog of 2011? submit your nominations... |
1/19/11 3:23 PM |
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Best shot ever: Waialua estate tasting room in Hawaii (North Shore, Oahu). Hadn't had espresso in 4 days, and it was fresh crema heaven. The fruitiness and deep chocolate flavors are locked into my brain now. I never do straight shots, usually lattes, but this was the smoothest, creamiest, sweetest shot I'd ever had. Word of Mouth: God Shot |
1/5/11 6:08 PM |
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Seconding Deborah Madison's book. I have not encountered a bad recipe in there. It was a gift from a friend, and it has become one of my most favorites since moving here to the PNW, where we eat soup year-round... Do You Have a Favorite Soup Cookbook? |
1/5/11 2:16 PM |
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Love the Citiz in 60's white... Kitchen Tour: Sharon Fashions a Cooking Oasis |
8/17/10 7:18 PM |
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I love my neighbors! They're one of the reasons we made an offer on our house. Jerry, who lives next door to us is amazing -- a little talkative, but warm, and mellow, and knows so much about our weird lil' neighborhood. On the other side is a cute sweet young couple with a great yard and a sweet dog (and great taste in music). Best thing is, we're all friendly, but we keep our distance. I plan on living here for 30 years or more, so we're starting off slowly with socializing too much. Let the friendships develop over time, y'know. Boundaries are good with neighbors. Setting Boundaries & Rules with Neighbors |
8/3/10 4:03 PM |
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I grew up in a house with a gas range and double electric ovens- and I must say that *that* is my preferred configuration. But I have no choice out here in the boonies of Seattle, where there are no gas lines in my neighborhood anyway. I'd have to get 20 of my neighbors to sign up for service before they'd come out here anyway. Sigh. Survey: Is Your Oven Gas or Electric? | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn |
3/15/10 2:47 PM |
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We bought an Electrolux ICON dishwasher when we bought our home a year ago. We didn't pay $1000 because we bought a discounted floor model, but yes it makes a HUGE difference from the two lesser dishwashers I've experienced. Tackles baked on food no problem- and it can hold my gigantic cookie sheets and trays due to it's grooovy adjustable rack. It delights me every day still! Miele to Bosch: Are Dishwashers Over $1000 Worth It? Kitchen Bath Month 2010 | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn |
3/9/10 1:34 PM |
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Flemish Sour Ales (brown and tart), witbiers, and geuzes, oh my! Quick and Dirty Guide to Belgian Beer Styles Beer Sessions | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn |
3/3/10 3:31 PM |
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Made this last night- strangely enough I had all the ingredients on hand already. I used less lamb, but added an equivalent amount of dried chanterelles and other wild mushrooms, along with some fresh mushrooms. It was really delicious and satisfying after a long night on my feet, not to mention the heavenly aroma permeating the house after slow cooking all day. Thanks! Winter Recipe: Rich and Meaty Lamb Ragù | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn |
2/23/10 2:25 PM |
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Mr. Faux- MFK Fisher grew up in Whittier, but her family had a ranch in Hemet that they spent a ton of time at, according to a biography on her I read recently. The Brick House House Tour | Apartment Therapy Los Angeles |
2/20/10 4:23 PM |
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Aww- way to restore Hemet to some of it's previous luster! my grandmother lives there (actually in Homeland) and I've always heard tales of old time celebrities having ranches out that way back in the day (M.F.K. Fisher, for one). I'm guessing it becomes the "new Palm Springs" someday! The Brick House House Tour | Apartment Therapy Los Angeles |
2/19/10 3:42 PM |
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Gonna second the magic eraser! Great for the exterior stains as well. How Do I Clean the Stains Off My Le Creuset Dutch Oven? Good Questions | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn |
1/29/10 2:05 AM |
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This is what I've been making with them. Super healthy, and delicious to boot! What Can I Cook With Persimmons? Good Questions | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn |
1/26/10 3:32 AM |
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I've been using date syrup as a sweetener in my baking. I just puree dates with water until it has the consistency I am looking for. Great for throwing in hot cereal, stews, whatever needs a touch of sweet. Making a Date! What to Do with an Abundance of Dates | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn |
1/22/10 2:57 PM |
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I just bought a Breville (lightly used for $75) and have been juicing every day since! My current favorite is green kale, apple, pear, ginger, and turmeric root. Sometimes I throw a couple of garlic cloves in there too, since it's so good for you, and you can't really taste it, just a slightly savory aftertaste. In fact, I should go make some now! On Drinking a Pile of Vegetables for Dinner | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn |
1/22/10 2:38 PM |
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Wow! Who knew that a little pastry charity would spark such controversy? I was inspired to participate in my city's vegan bake sale thanks to this post. As a person of modest means, donating a tray of vegan brownies that cost me $3 to make and having them go for $30 seems like a much bigger help then my cash would get. Plus, people get to eat delicious food. It's win-win, as I see it. Weekend Meditation: The Bake Sale Response | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn |
1/18/10 5:15 PM |
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langostino: treat em just like shrimp. the coconut milk can be used as a poaching liquid. If you've got some thai curry paste: perfect. whisk the two together, add some pineapple, red pepper and the langostino. Serve over jasmine rice. or you can mess around with what ingredients you have. but i would hang around southeast asia or the tropics, flavor wise. What's Cooking This Weekend? Weekend of January 16-18, 2010 | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn |
1/16/10 4:26 PM |
