Melba's Jammin' wrote:

>
> There's always room for one more, especially if the posts are on topic
> and done with good spirit. I think the most important qualities one
> must have to survive a group like this one are a sense of humor and a
> thick skin. I've learned lots here and made a lot of acquaintances and
> a few good friends. And I've picked up at least three good and usable
> recipes. OMAlex, two of the three that came immediately to mind (maybe
> because I've made these in the last 10 days) are from Nancy Young: the
> Hungarian Short Ribs thang she posted in November and the Spicy Chicken
> Tortilla Soup. I made both while Firstborn was here, to his great
> pleasure.
>
> If you come to Minneapolis, ring me up and I'll give you my RFC Visitors
> Tour of the Twin Cities. And a jar or two of jam. :-) Nice to meet
> you, too.

I have found a few nice recipes from hear as well. One that pops into my
head is Jill's Butternut Squash Soup. I love roasting onions, pears and
apples along with the squash and i add rosemary or sage in the oil that
coats the roasting fruits. And I've taken to adding a small dollop of
sour cream or yogurt on the top before serving. It's a great versatile
soup. One of our favorites now.

I'd love to visit Minneapolis. I have one Internet friend in that area
already and a promise to visit her one day. SO maybe I will take you up
one it :-)

Melondy