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Sugar-Roasted Plums with Balsamic and Rosemary Syrup
I've gotten bored with plums lately, so this is great. And thanks for the frugal tip :)
Cook the Book: The Splendid Table's How to Eat Supper
Iron Chef Morimoto: Will you please cook for me?
Coupon Hacks: Combo-Moves for Cheaper Carts
I just wanted to correct something you said (and Crissy says in the article), that buying something you don't need always wastes money. At CVS (and the other drugstores to some extent), I'm discovering that this isn't true. I've actually written about it several times because it's so counter-intuitive. But I've come to accept that to get the very best deals at CVS, I have to buy things I don't need. (See Mommy Making Money's explanation for why this works here.)
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I can already hear my husband begging me to make the Sweet Potato Casserole Trifle and I haven't even told him about it yet! Sounds delicious ...
Sugar-Roasted Plums with Balsamic and Rosemary Syrup
I've gotten bored with plums lately, so this is great. And thanks for the frugal tip :)
Cook the Book: The Splendid Table's How to Eat Supper
Iron Chef Morimoto: Will you please cook for me?
Coupon Hacks: Combo-Moves for Cheaper Carts
I just wanted to correct something you said (and Crissy says in the article), that buying something you don't need always wastes money. At CVS (and the other drugstores to some extent), I'm discovering that this isn't true. I've actually written about it several times because it's so counter-intuitive. But I've come to accept that to get the very best deals at CVS, I have to buy things I don't need. (See Mommy Making Money's explanation for why this works here.)
Eating for Two: What to Eat While Pregnant
Congratulations! As you may have already found, pregnancy affects your eating habits in weird ways. I found myself eating every couple of hours during the day, but I never woke in the middle of the night starving like many of my friends did. I did want to encourage you to stick to those weight-gain guidelines as much as possible - my friends who gained more than 40 pounds almost all had complications, ranging from "keep an eye on that" minor conditions to more serious conditions like gestational diabetes. It's not exactly easy to do, since sometimes it seems our body wants to gain X number of pounds no matter what, but what you're doing (i.e., eating a sensible diet) is the best thing. I particularly liked that I could eat a lot of eggs when I was pregnant without feeling any guilt - it's so good for the baby!
Weekend Book Giveaway: 'Trail of Crumbs'
Alas, my only real craving during stressful times is chocolate.
Cook the Book: Win a Copy of 'Cook with Jamie'
Hmm, I'm not sure who taught me more about cooking, my mom or my dad. When I was growing up, they both cooked a lot and taught me how to cook, and since they're better at different things, I learned a lot. If pressed, I'd have to choose my dad, though, since he's the one who taught me how to clean the kitchen as I cooked!
The Best Japanese Chocolate and Cracker Snack Shaped Like a Mushroom
This post took me right back to my childhood! I used to eat these at the train station, although Pocky was always my favorite - these had too much chocolate in proportion to the cookie for me. I love seeing them in the Japanese market though. And I just might have to try the vanilla!
Cook the Book: 'The Food You Crave'
Right now I'm craving a baked sweet potato!
Seriously Delicious Giveaway: Zingerman's Gift Certificate
I've been cooking with a lot of gouda lately - yum!
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Two Peter Luger Steaks
I love a medium rare filet mignon!
Seriously Delicious Giveaway: Zingerman's Gift Certificate
Lately it's been gouda, simply because I can use it in so many different dishes and they all taste great!
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Bacon of the Month Club
Can I get it both ways? I like my edges crispy but the interior to be pliant. (My taste has evolved since I was a kid, when only crispy bacon would do!)
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Garrison Confections' Garrison Big Box
I'm definitely a milk chocolate kind of girl!
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: D'Artagnan Heritage Smoked Ham
Dijon mustard and Hawaiian sweet bread. Swiss is nice, but not necessary.
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Southside Market Sausage
I wish there was a really good one near us, but I'll settle for Boneyard Bistro in Sherman Oaks, CA as my current fave.
Cook the Book: 'The Martha Stewart Living Cookbook: The Original Classics'
I've made many Martha Stewart recipes in my day! Favorites include Beef Wellington, Sloppy Joes, Key Lime Bars, and the one I've been making almost every week for the last couple of months, Chocolate Chip Cookie 101 (I prefer the Thin and Crispy version myself).
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Garrison Confections Ultimate Chocolate Cooler
Definitely milk - I have such a sweet tooth!
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Two Peter Luger Steaks
A filet mignon with none of the chewy fat!
Seriously Delicious Holiday Food Giveaway: Russ & Daughters
I've always wanted to try some bread from Eli Zabar's - does that count?
Eating for Two: What to Eat While Pregnant
I know it's been a year since you wrote this, but I typed in "what to eat while pregnant", and this came up. I was wondering how everything was going with the new baby? We have sooo much in common, it's strange.
Anyway, thank you for easing my mind. I have been eating these chocolate, peanut butter crispy meltaway candies I make like crazy. I justify it by the fact they are organic chocolate and natural peanut butter and high in fiber. LOL. I'm only @ 2 months along. I found out on May 26th I'm pregnant. I'm due January 29th, 2010. I am trying to stay away from the place in my town that makes the best chocolate malt PB milkshakes. Not an easy task, I pass it a few times a week. Well thank you again for the info, I'd love to hear more. :) T.
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Corn Muffins - omGAH yes!
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I am going to try the All-in-One Holiday Cake. It looks like it would be delicious.
Thank you for the nice giveaway.
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yummmmmmmmmmmmmmy Pumpkin Cheesecake :)~
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As much as my family loves brussel sprouts, the Sautéed Brussels Sprouts With Bacon are a must try treat!
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Brined Turkey, baby! (Ok, the stuffing muffins look pretty excellent too.)
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I'm all for the "Easy Thanksgiving Menu".m That's right down my alley! It has all the "good stuff" I'm used to having on that big day. Love it all!
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Still brined turkey. and pumpkin anything!
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Corniest Corn Muffins still sounds good.
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spiced pumpkin pudding pie sounds delicious!
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Cook's Illustrated's Roasted Brined Turkey :)
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pumpkin cheesecake and the twice baked potatoes!
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Brussel Sprouts with Bacon ..... I love brussel sprouts!
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Ham and coca-cola!
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Pioneer Woman's Sweet Potatoes - which I will be maiking this year.
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Since I am such a fan of dessert! I think the pumpkin cheesecake with Marshmellow-sour cream topping sounds yummy!
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Pumpkin pie brulee! I want some now.
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sprouts with bacon
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Pumpkin Pie Brulee this time!
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Bacon with brussel sprouts seems easy and delicious! Thank you for the opportunity to win!
HAVE A HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE !!!
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Cranberry sauce with champagne and currents-yum!
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I can't believe other people like Bacon with brussel sprouts!
Sounds great to me!
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Corn Bread Dressing with Pecans and Bacon - how can you go wrong with bacon?
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Th Scalloped Yukon Gold and Sweet Potato Gratin looks really good
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I can already hear my husband begging me to make the Sweet Potato Casserole Trifle and I haven't even told him about it yet! Sounds delicious ...