Posts by helenm

Years ago I gave up trying to make lemon meringue pie the traditional way -- it always wept no matter what I did. I solved the problem by baking meringue puffs separately and arranging them on a cooled (but not chilled) pie. I...

For what it's worth, Whatever type of brownies you're baking, mix by hand, and don't overmix. Personally, I love the fudgy type, but I know how it is when you're trying to recreate a memory! Keep trying, and good luck.

I've always loved Stella D'Oro's pfeffernusse cookies (available at Christmas time), but was unable to find them in the stores this year. Searching though my stash of recipes clipped from magazines over the years, I found one from the...

and the name of the store is _________???? I don't get down to the city often but I would like to take a look at their offerings. If I had a name I could search for more accurate directions. I live in a tiny little town in Upstate...

No, Nicko, the Trattorina is crank operated, like the Altea. It's the shape that's unusual and I'm wondering if that makes it easier to feed -- or more awkward. I've developed carpal tunnel in both wrists so I'm leaning towards the...

Hi all, My hand crank operated Altea pasta machine is close to 30 years old and my dear, patient husband and I have taken it apart and repaired it more than once. (No small feat, believe me!) I'm thinking of replacing it before it...

Tastes like chicken -- ;) ;) . Seriously, it's a little hard to describe as I haven't had it years but as I remember it, it has a mild, slightly sweet flavor. Very tasty the way Mother prepared it. I very much appreciate the...

Scott, my mother-in-law was Polish -- they too have an all fish tradition on Christmas Eve. The eel, however, was for the two Italians at the table. Can't imagine where she got the recipe. I've tried Italian websites and websites...

Happy New Year to All, My dear, departed mother-in-law used to prepare broiled eel as one of her Christmas Eve dinner dishes. It was simply dressed with olive oil, lemon juice, s&p, and perhaps some oregano and garlic powder. I...

Thanks so much for replying to my question, and for making yourself available in this forum. Sounds like your book would be a welcome addition to my library -- I will place it high on my Christmas wish list. Again, many...