http://foodnwine.gather.com Recent Articles on Gather by Diane W. en-us Copyright Gather Inc 2009 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:06:59 GMT 2010-01-04T00:06:59Z en-us Copyright Gather Inc 2009 http://www.gather.com/images/header/logo_gather.gif http://www.gather.com/ http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976822267 Do-Ahead Holiday Cookie Baking Tips A cookie-baking marathon can begin weeks before Christmas, giving you more time to relax with family and friends during the holidays. Early baking also frees up the . . . Mon, 23 Oct 2006 22:28:17 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976822267 Diane W. 2006-10-23T22:28:17Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976820786 Fragrant Ideas   Filling the house with seasonal scents is a big part of conjuring up happy memories and creating new ones. However, as pleasurable as they may be, most holiday smells are assertive . . . Sat, 21 Oct 2006 20:08:26 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976820786 Diane W. 2006-10-21T20:08:26Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976820635 Master Braised Beef: Lynne Char Bennett, entire article from: by Severson 1/1/03 San Francisco Chronicle This has become a staple in the menu rotation in my household. All three altenative diishes are . . . Sat, 21 Oct 2006 15:43:40 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976820635 Diane W. 2006-10-21T15:43:40Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976820606 If we'd onl;y met When you were just a child..... A little boy who still had need For tenderness and love..... When the most prized possessions In all the world Were orphan pets that needed homes, . . . Sat, 21 Oct 2006 15:02:55 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976820606 Diane W. 2006-10-21T15:02:55Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976818877 This makes a great gift for friends who love to bake. You can give it in a decorative bottle tied with ribbon. I keep my own vanilla essence to bake with in my kitchen. Just add more alcohol as you . . . Thu, 19 Oct 2006 04:48:08 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976818877 Diane W. 2006-10-19T04:48:08Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976818874 Boursin Cheese Spread Mix, about 2 cups mix (8 gifts) This is a thoughtful gift for busy friends who like to entertain. All they have to do is combine mix with cream cheese for an instant appetizer. . . . Thu, 19 Oct 2006 04:42:59 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976818874 Diane W. 2006-10-19T04:42:59Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976818872 Decorative Sugar Cubes Recently while in old downtown Placerville, my daughter Theresa and I wandered through a wonderful tea shop, filled with an array of delightful things geared for tea parties. Among . . . Thu, 19 Oct 2006 04:38:30 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976818872 Diane W. 2006-10-19T04:38:30Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976811424 PROVENCAL FISH FILLETS, 2 servings Sauce: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium size onion, sliced 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 4 large canned tomatoes, chopped or 1 cup canned diced tomatoes 1/2 . . . Mon, 09 Oct 2006 02:10:45 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976811424 Diane W. 2006-10-09T02:10:45Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976811355   Sherried Scallops with Mushrooms   2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons oil 1/3 teaspoon dried mustard Dash Worcestershire sauce 2 large shallots, thinly sliced 1 glove garlic, . . . Mon, 09 Oct 2006 00:18:29 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976811355 Diane W. 2006-10-09T00:18:29Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976809284 Harvest Pumpkin Pineapple Bread, makes 2 loaves 2 ½ cups sugar ½ cup butter or margarine, softened 15 oz can pumpkin 8 ¼ oz cans crushed pineapple in juice, undrained 4 large eggs . . . Thu, 05 Oct 2006 21:16:05 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976809284 Diane W. 2006-10-05T21:16:05Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976802234 Allied Arts Pumpkin Soup (Can be served in pumpkin shell) 1 1/2  tablespoons butter 1 cup minced onion 1 large clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon curry powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon . . . Tue, 26 Sep 2006 21:05:09 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976802234 Diane W. 2006-09-26T21:05:09Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976800087 GRATIN OF FOUR ONIONS, serves 8 1/2# shallots, chopped 1 large yellow or red onion, halved lengthwise and sliced thin 2 bunches of leeks, dark green portion discarded, halved lengthwise, washed well, . . . Sat, 23 Sep 2006 22:27:14 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976800087 Diane W. 2006-09-23T22:27:14Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976799878 Welcome to my kitchen! How wonderful that Fall is just around the corner! I look forward to the cooler weather, the leaves changing color, the start of the holiday season and gathering with friends and . . . Sat, 23 Sep 2006 16:45:29 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976799878 Diane W. 2006-09-23T16:45:29Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976793456 This e-newsletter was originally published on November 11, 2001.   Welcome to my kitchen! Gifts from the kitchen are also from the heart, a sentiment that's especially appealing this year. A . . . Thu, 14 Sep 2006 18:54:50 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976793456 Diane W. 2006-09-14T18:54:50Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976790209 This newsletter was originally published on January 10, 2001.   Welcome to my kitchen! The focus of this weeks newsletter is on traditional Mexican dishes from various regions of Mexico. The . . . Sat, 09 Sep 2006 21:03:10 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976790209 Diane W. 2006-09-09T21:03:10Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976789676 Welcome to my kitchen! The newsletter this week focuses on a Mexican Grilling Party planned for 8 people. This newsletter was originally published September 23, 2000. ________________________________________________ . . . Fri, 08 Sep 2006 22:55:45 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976789676 Diane W. 2006-09-08T22:55:45Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976789649 This newsletter was originally published September 23, 2000. 9/23/00. ____________________________________________________________ Shared Recipes Broccoli Salad, submitted by Carol This salad is . . . Fri, 08 Sep 2006 22:03:24 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976789649 Diane W. 2006-09-08T22:03:24Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976789646 This newsletter was first published April 15, 2004. Welcome to my kitchen! Americans are familiar with bake sales, having long been one of the most popular ways of raising funds for schools, religious . . . Fri, 08 Sep 2006 21:56:12 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976789646 Diane W. 2006-09-08T21:56:12Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976789645 This newlsetter was first published April 15, 2004.   Welcome to my kitchen! Americans are familiar with bake sales, having long been one of the most popular ways of raising funds for schools, . . . Fri, 08 Sep 2006 21:53:33 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976789645 Diane W. 2006-09-08T21:53:33Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976774780 This e-newsletter was first published February 19, 2004.   Welcome to my kitchen and to my Tea Party! Let me take your coat and show you to the dining room. Please find your name card at the table, . . . Thu, 10 Aug 2006 17:10:42 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474976774780 Diane W. 2006-08-10T17:10:42Z