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I use it in tuna salad, sprinkle on nachos, use it in tacos, sprinkle over chili, I make a recipe for Cuban black beans in the crockpot and serve over rice with some cheese and cilantro sprinkled on top. So many uses!

People commenting on the portion sizes have obviously never been on Weight Watchers. LOL Those portion sizes look normal to me now. Some of these gave me some good ideas for lunch since I've been getting kind of repetitive lately.

I bought my brand new construction house almost two years ago after renting for several years. I couldn't wait to own my own place so I could do whatever I wanted to it and all I've managed to do since I moved in is paint the dining room. I am having such a hard time deciding what I want. I'm full of all these good ideas but I just can't seem to settle on anything.

I was cruising Craigslist and found that this place is up for rent. http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/apa/3639434255.html

I'd be lost without my food processor. I use it several times per week. I also agree with everyone who said a good set of knives. I finally invested in some good knives and it's amazing how much it has enhanced my enjoyment of cooking.

Chili, enchiladas, baked chicken with rosemary, lasagna, black bean soup, oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. Now I want cookies. lol

I'm surprised to read that people are cutting and putting hot pots on their granite counters because I was told by the construction manager (I bought a new construction house) that you shouldn't do that.

I love my granite counters. I have rented a lot of places and even owned a few homes, but I have never had kitchen counters that I liked as much as my granite. Tile is horrible, formica is cheap looking to me. I do like butcher block counters, but have never had them personally.

My mom (who is very old school and refuses to even get a cell phone) was visiting last weekend and she asked me where my phone book was. I laughed and pointed to my laptop. I really don't want to have to find a place to store that big bulky phone book. Even if my internet is down I have a smart phone for access to any information I need.

I have done this, so I have to answer "depends". I would not do this with a book that may have any monetary or sentimental value.

Wow, I can't believe everyone who is having a coronary over what is a temporary fix. I think it looks better than the ivy and from my prior years of renting I know what it's like to have to look at something every day that you find ugly. This is a good temporary fix until she can redo the whole kitchen. Relax, people!