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I see that there are a lot of ambivalent feelings about food stamps, since while it seems like a great idea to those who use food stamps, but since only they are totally knowledgeable of their conditions, it seems a bit unfair to those who don't use food stamps.

I think that it is unfair because I personally know people who abuse their powers with food stamps. The idea that they will receive even more for their money is just a bit offensive. I mean, I was pissed when the guy in front of me at the supermarket said that the reason why he bought so much food was because he couldn't spend all the money the government gave him.

I also understand that is not that case with everyone and as NYCEater said, many find it hard to survive on the money that the government gives them, but I don't think people are solely dependent on just the government's welfare. It's hard to believe that a person would live on only welfare and not have any other source of income. And if most single people receive what NYCEater claims is the average amount, I think that sufficient. I mean, there maybe people who really need that much, but I, myself, don't eat $200 worth of food alone.

And I also think that what JerzeeTomato meant by Costco being a luxury is that it is an exclusive store, where only members can shop. I'm not a member of Costco, since it's not worth it for my situation. And I don't think people should attack her because Costco is just a store. It's not like its the only place people can buy food. Whether or not they choose to accept food stamps or not, people with food stamps will still be able to buy food.

lisaxp at 10:24PM on 05/29/09

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Win Tickets to the Hot Dog Hootenanny

I love chili dogs! I love chili and I love hot dogs! It's the best combo ever.

lisaxp at 9:32AM on 04/30/09

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Cook the Book: 'Tacos'

My most memorable taco moment was when I tried a fish taco. For a person that hates fish, I loveeeee fish tacos!

lisaxp at 3:07PM on 04/29/09

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Served: Why Tipping Makes Everyone Uncomfortable

I think that you handled the tip situation nicely, compared to other situations I've been through. I was literally chased down a street for 3 dollars, because it was a bit under 15 percent (we paid 12 percent and the service wasn't even good).

But I don't always think that its the customer's fault. Being a person who eats in groups a lot, we tend to split up the bill. Then you have people in the group who cheap out and purposely pay less because they think it's unnoticeable in large groups, but then when the waiter comes back for more tip, we can't even tell who didn't pay, and those who did have to cough up more money. It gets pretty awkward with the whole group, cause then I'm thinking, whose didn't pay? I typically pay enough tip, despite good or bad service, because I think that's just common etiquette.

lisaxp at 10:14AM on 04/23/09

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Cook the Book: 'Real Cajun'

I was always fond of wrapping wontons with my mother. She'd make the filling and I'd get a scoop, put it in the wonton skin, and seal the deal. And they always tasted amazing in chicken broth!

lisaxp at 9:20PM on 04/20/09

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Cook the Book: 'Urban Italian'

I LOVE capellini and meatballs cooked in marinara sauce, but we add bean sprouts. Its amazingg!

lisaxp at 7:04PM on 03/30/09

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Cook the Book: 'Almost Meatless'

Curry Udon with bits of beef. It is seriously amazing!

lisaxp at 2:32PM on 02/16/09

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Cook the Book: 'Baking Unplugged'

I was making Peanut Butter Cookies and halfway through the baking time, I realized that I forgot baking powder. I didn't know what to do, so I took the cookies out and sprinkled baking powder on it. They came out disastrous, but I still brought them to my friends anyway. The first thing they said was, "What is this? Chicken McNuggets?" The funniest part of this story was the faces that my friends made when they actually ate the "nuggets."

lisaxp at 5:48PM on 01/26/09

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Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: D'Artagnan Boneless Heritage Ham

My favorite ham sandwich is nothing out of the ordinary, just thinly sliced ham, swiss cheese, and lettuce on white bread.

Ironically, I read this blog everyday WHILE eating my daily ham sandwich.

lisaxp at 12:33AM on 12/21/08

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Cook the Book: 'The Bon Appétit Fast Easy Fresh Cookbook'

beef stir fry with green peppers, carrots, and anything else i decide to put in it

lisaxp at 10:01PM on 12/19/08

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Cheese-Filled Bacon Roll, Too Much of a Good Thing?

I think it;s because I'm a feen for bacon, but I think this dish looks absolutely beautiful. It screams "Eat Me", but at the same time, it also screams "Heart Attack." Yikes!

lisaxp at 10:47PM on 12/18/08

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