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Not anywhere I've ever lived.

Watching an older episode of The Great British Baking Show I saw them make British Malt Bread. As soon as Amazon brings me the malt extract I'm going to bake up a loaf. It looks really wonderful, especially for the holidays.

Me too, I prefer the savory versions. If I may paraphrase @gfweb, just looking at some of the sweet dishes makes my teeth hurt.

I believe it to be too hard for a good cutting board.

That's a good though for those of us who don't cook for loads of people. I currently buy the Christopher Ranch cloves and keep them frozen. They also come with small bags inside.

No shit!!!

If it feels hard it is hard...send it bacvk.

ATK actually recommends using the big jars of already-peeled garlic. That's what I'm going to do. According to their testing, they're just as good as the fresh.

Here's the recipe for those who'd like to make this now: Garlic Confit 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil or vegetable oil, or a combination, plus extra as needed 30 garlic cloves, peeled and roots trimmed In a small, deep saucepan to ensure that the garlic is submerged; garlic may float. Store the cooked garlic separately from the oil. use confit for mashed potatoes or pasta, spread it on bread for sandwiches, or puree it into dips or dressings. Combine oil and garlic in small saucepan (garlic should be just submerged. If not, add extra oil to cover). Bring to bare simmer over medium-low heat. Reduce heat to low so tiny bubbles surround garlic, but garlic is not actively frying. to cook, stirring occasionally, until garlic is soft and pale tan, 30 to 35 minutes longer. (Garlic should be soft.) Off heat, let garlic cool in oil for at least 15 minutes (garlic will darken slightly as it cools). Using slotted spoon, transfer garlic to airtight container. Strain oil through fine-mesh strainer into separate airtight container and reserve for another use. (Once completely cooled, refrigerate garlic for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 6 months. Refrigerate oil for up to 4 days. Do no keep in fridge longer than 7 days for safety reasons.

I've been reading about this at ATK. Says the garlic and the oil are marvelous for adding to many dishes. Anyone done this? I intend to as soon as I can source the peeled garlic cloves.

The Breville Pizzaola is now on sale at EverythingKitchens.com Maybe elsewhere too.

I'm somewhat embarrassed to admit that I have never mastered the chopstick. But part of the reason is that I fail to see the point, cutlery is ever so much more efficient and easy. Nevertheless, I'd feel better about myself if I could. I see it as rather like the game of chess, elegant but not necessary.

Yes, they certainly are. And around here they are quite difficult to find. I do have a couple in my freezer that I got about a year ago. What temperature did you use? I may have to give that at a try.

I have one of these for my SUV

@Smithy Speaking of crockpots....this (eG-friendly Amazon.com link)is the one I have and been using for two years. It is probably my favorite appliance. Incredibly versatile, easy to use and clean with a lightweight insert that's durable. If it died tonight there'd be a new one on the truck for tomorrow. I try to use it for everything!

My store (which I use exclusively because it's very nearby) doesn't use self checkouts for which I'm grateful. I think it's mainly to keep the store friendly and neighborly, a big Montana thing. People here are very kind and amiable.

@ElsieD Did you use creme fraiche? I can't find it here. One suggestion was to sub. strained plain yogurt.

I hope you left the windows open!

Ooh, I definitely want some of that.

Image from selfproclaimedfoodie.com

I see it's on Amazon. Cooper's

Vodka, Carolans and Kahlua for my White Russians.

Your photo has inspired me to make my own.

I've been reading about this at ATK and decided to order a jar. But I wondered if this is the same thing as Chile Crunch. Anyone tried it?

There was exposé in the paper recently about a woman who was on the city council in Portland who reportedly repeatedly stole merchandise at Walmart using the self checkout.