On Fri, 05 May 2006 15:00:46 GMT, LDR >
wrote:

>Your point is well taken for yourself, Mike, and maybe many others, but
>I like to swim in information and decide for myself what to keep. Let's
>say for argument and good will, that there are two extremes: Ms.
>Beranbaum's bibles and recipes printed on a Pillsbury bag.

I have yet to make a "ROSE RECIPE" and someone inquire if it was a
"box" mix. <vbg> If taking the time to make something
breathtaking....Rose's books are next to Julia in the pastry and cake
category. Her formulas are exquisite and the Pineapple Upside Down
Cake will make you fall to your knees.

Fussy...? Yes...and that is why we put a starched linen napkin next
to the Baccarat crystal.

A guest is worth the effort....and just because we can.