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(1) What kind of cook/baker are you? Do you have any specialties? If so, what are they?
I’m a recent meat and potatoes girl gone vegertarian. (Though the hubby is trying to talk me into being a Flexatarian- Heh) I love the quick and easy meals on the weekdays but weekends I love taking the cookbook out and taking the time to try something new. I love to cook and bake for entertaining purposes. I’ve been far more creative with cooking than I have baking (I just stick to family classics- but hopefully the community can help me with this!) I have Polish heritage but I’m most comfortable making Mexican/Spanish meals.

(2) What brings you to the community?
My Job :D

(3) Describe your kitchen in 5 words.
Updated, Open, Organized, Bright, Modern

(4) What kitchen appliance can you not live with out? Big: Dishwasher. Little: I don’t know how I lived without my garlic press.

(5) Anything else you want to share with everyone.
Five other random facts about me:
1-    I love anything with feta in it.
2-    I love a good cup of tea.
3-    I need to fall in love with my crock-pot again.
4-    My family has raised me to think of the kitchen of the heartbeat of the house.
5-    Dirty dishes in the sink drive me nuts.

I love to bake, bake, and bake......  Cookies, cakes, anything you name it...  Dessert is my thing.....

Boredom and new ideas brought me here.

Bright, spacious,and full of nosey children wanting to help.

My oven of course....

i love cheese, garlic, and can't live without my stoneware....  Cheesecake, oatmeal cookies, apple crisp, and chocolate chip cookies are my fav...

Hi! My name is Jennifer, and I am a School Psychologist. I am newly married, and have found a joy in cooking and baking.  My husband is a picky eater, so dinner is tricky.  He LOVES dessert though- so baking is my time to shine.  I love to try new recipes and share my creations with others. There's no greater feeling than passing along something you made with love, and watching others get joy out of it! 

(1) What kind of cook/baker are you? Do you have any specialties? If so, what are they?
I am a newbie! I really love baking. Because I am a newbie, I wouldn't say I have specialty yet- but I am very interested in learning any and all tips and tricks to baking, decorating, etc.

(2) What brings you to the community?
I am constantly seeking out new recipes for dinner, and goodies to bake.

(3) Describe your kitchen in 5 words.

Open, Organized, Heart of the home, Contemporary, Inspiring

(4) What kitchen appliance can you not live with out?  My husband... he cleans up after my messes :)

(5) Anything else you want to share with everyone.
Five other random facts about me:
1-    I love chocolate.
2-    Baking with my mother-in-law is one of my favorite activities.
3-    I love the confidence cooking and baking give me.
4-    Nothing is better than baking some delicious goodies, and giving them away to others to enjoy.
5-   I love learning new things and experimenting. Needless to say, I am anxious to learn tips and tricks from this site!

Hello! My name is Melody :) I am 33, mom to a rambunctious 4 year old son, and wife to the absolute best husband ever! LOL :)  Life is never dull or boring around here-- I organize a local playgroup, work as a nanny for a family, take Wilton cake decorating classes, scrapbook with the girls,  and am the CFO of Domestic Affairs!  And believe me when I say, I am never short of "official tasters" for my goodies. I cook every day for my family and frequently can be found baking "a little something" for them. Baking is such a joy for me and my love for others often takes shape in layers of cake and homemade buttercream. Not to mention pies, cookies, fudge, cupcakes, and more. I am living The Sweet Life!  

1) What kind of cook/baker are you? Do you have any specialties? If so, what are they?

I do have a few specialties-- my Fettuccine Chicken Alfredo, Shredded Pork  or Chicken Tacos, and Guiso de Puerco are some of my most requested dinners. I enjoy cooking and baking from scratch. I like using fresh, local ingredients. For baking, some of my specialties are my Derby Pie, Chocolate Bombe cake, Mexican wedding cookies, and my layered Strawberry & White Chocolate Cake.  

2) What brings you to the community?

I am always in search of new favorite recipes. I especially like sites where others have posted reviews.  It's nice to find a community of people who enjoy baking as much as I do! :)

3) Describe your kitchen in 5 words: Bright, Cozy, Clean, Inviting, Therapeutic

4) What kitchen appliance you can't live without: Big-- my stand mixer... Little-- measuring spoons. (Cooking is a an art, Baking is a science and requires exact proportions. Unless it's vanilla-- I never measure vanilla, just go by the smell! LOL)

5) Anything else to share?

Ok, here's five random things about me:

1. I read cookbooks like people read novels.

2. I bake cakes for sale.

3. I am left handed, which presents certain challenges when decorating cakes.

4. I refuse to make a fruitcake.

5. I have a cool trick for smoothing the tops and sides of my cakes.

Hello    #bklynbaby from NC! & #granadmadeb!

Hi #neworangepeper! I have been trying out the healthy and the Healthified meals on here.

I already tried "Healthified" Angel Chicken Pasta and the "Healthified" Chicken Tortilla Casserole

Both the Hubby loooooooved. :D

Please check out our Healthy Eating and Cooking Category!

#bornbeth: I bet you would be a fine personal chef!  Would love it if you shared your favorite European Sweets in the Bake Life Sweeter Category!
http://www.bettycrocker.com/CommunityForums/forums.aspx/8

#waitforme78. Awww- I bet those 6 mo twins bring you such joy! Looking for fast dinners?
http://www.bettycrocker.com/search/searchresults.aspx?terms=fast+dinner

#foodwoman Hey! 1980 printing of the 5th cookbook edition eh? That’s great! Often people are looking for recipes… and I sure they could use your help! I just wrote a post on how there is a Betty Crocker Food group on Flickr! So if you take any photos- let us know! I love seeing the classic recipes!

#jenniferpollock712  Awww- sounds like you have a great hubby! I love that cooking and baking give you confidence and that your kitchen inspires you! I would love your thoughts on the casserole ideas in the thread I started in Budget Conscience Kitchen!

#bakinboy1-  French Pastry? Magic to my ears!  We are so happy you are here! Can you share your fav's?

#youngmamma89: Hehe- how was it childproofing your kitchen? I would love to know your tips and tricks (in a new thread!). My sister has to do that soon for my sweet niece!

#TheSweetLife: Can you share your cool trick with smoothing cakes in Bake Life Sweeter? I would love reading that… Does it work for all kinds of frosting?  I was a Nanny also for a couple of Summers! It’s very rewarding work I think!  So happy you are here- I would love your input in the Cooking and Baking with kids.

Sincerely, Cate

hi i love to bake

Hello. Just got here today. Here are my answers to your list;  #1-I'm a good cook. Been cooking since childhood.A so-so baker, but enjoy doing it. Was a restaurant cook for about 20 yrs.  Every one likes and talks about my chili, & lasagna,& chicken caccitori (sp?).   #2- need to learn to revise my recipes; because of upcoming bariatric surgery.  #3- it's small, easy to use, and my favorite space.  #4- my stove is priceless.  #5- here goes.   I am a divorced woman,(& enjoying this!). Have one grown daughter. And now that I've made the decision to be healthier for the 2nd half of my life, I want to 'fix' my cooking style. Will Love all the help I can get. ThanksMommaJean350 over&out.

Hello. I am a country lady. cooking and baking for many year's. I used to make wedding,birthday , anniversary all kinds of cake's. I have gotten to old for it now. but I still enjoy cooking and baking. A group of us got together last night to watch the Syracuse basketball game.( we are sad) one of the lady's said she lost her recipe for a bunt cake that came from a starter. they do not have a computer, so I said I would look into finding the recipe for them. If anyone can help with the recipe I would be thankful. Skimrod. Thank you.

1. I love to try new recipes.  My husband is a southern man and they love meat and potatoes.  But I like variety.  But my first love is to bake. 

2. Looking for some different recipes that I can try. 

3. Small, bright, organized and fun.

4.  I can not live without my double oven.  My chopper is like my number one staple.

5. I  have a  love for cookbooks

Love and I do mean love different types of cheeses.

I have to have clean kitchen as I am cooking, and dishes have to be gone by the time I finish cleaning up the leftovers.

I am very new in the kitchen i am 37 years old and would like to start eating in and save some cash.

Welcome, cloudydayz_09!

That sounds like a common theme these days -- eating in AND saving money. We're happy to help you do both. Welcome to the community!

Mere

Hi,    I Have 3 childern

       Am a gradma of 8 grandchildern and a greatgrandma of  one

7Month girl.

1. I am a new "househusband" but have always enjoyed cooking good food from scratch.  I specialize in utilizing the food I grow, gather, and slay.  So, I'm always interested in new ways to use the fish I catch and the game I shoot which is considerable since I live in Michigan's upper peninsula.


2. Recently purchased a new sausage stuffer for my KitchenAid mixer/grinder and need some bratwurst, Italian, and other homemade sausage recipies.  My wife joined Weight Watchers and is now obsessed with making things light and healthy.  So, I'm now desperate for ways to keep her from killing me when I serve a meal.


3. Open, efficient, well-equipped, homey, fun.


4. Good knives, good cookware, and my Remington 30.06!


5. The fishing lures in my takle are lonely; will chat after sundown.

hello everyone,

             i have come here to find out how to make a few heavenly treats.

(1) What kind of cook/baker are you? Do you have any specialties? If so, what are they?

I like to cook from scratch ~mostly~I'm learning semi-homemade is not a bad thing

2) What brings you to the community?

I'm looking for new recipes to try

3) Describe your kitchen in 5 words.

Outdated, Small, Cozy, Semi-Light,

(4) What kitchen appliance can you not live with out?

Dishwasher

(5) Anything else you want to share with everyone.
Five other random facts about me:

1. I do not like to do dishes by hand

2. I like flowers or some sort of center piece on the dining table

3. I like Sweet Peach Tea with Peach syrup in it

4. I like to take photos

5. I love when family and friends get togather to share a potluck meal

I'm a recent meat and potatoe girl gone to most chicken. My husband eats nothing but chicken so i hve had to find way to cook chicken everyday and not be the same. I love to be able to cook quick and easy but at times i like to look in the book and make something that may takea little longer. Hopefully the community can help me with different ideas on how to cook chicken meals or maybe something that has chicken in it.

I see you're after a good recipe for chicken and I've got a chicken casserole recipe that's excellent--it even freezes well.  Here goes:)

2 c. chopped cooked chicken (You may also use turkey in this recipe)

1 16 oz. box crushed butter flavored crackers

3-3 1/2 c. chicken broth or stock

1 c. chopped onion

2-3 stalks chopped celery

1 c. cubed cheddar cheese

1 can cream of mushroom (or celery) soup

2 eggs

Mix all ingredients well.  Mixture should be wet, but not sloppy.  Pour into greased 9x13 inch pan or 2 9x9 inch pans.  Bake in a 350 degree oven for 45-60 minutes.  If you're going to freeze one, wrap it well in foil.  It will keep for 2-3 months.

(1) What kind of cook/baker are you? Do you have any specialties? If so, what are they?

ok i am a very very decorative cook so i basicaly get a little crazy with the sprinkless haha

(2) What brings you to the community?

I really love cooking and baking and was looking forward to just having some funn :) btw im onlyy 14 but i believe age is just a # and i can cook just as well as some 40 yr olds!! and i just wanaa say thanks for inviting me to the community :)

(3) Describe your kitchen in 5 words.

clean funn crazy great & wondefull

(4) What kitchen appliance can you not live without?

OMG my kitchen aid mixer forrrr surree

(5) Anything else you want to share with everyone.

I have two bros named Dane and Trevor they are 18 and 23... and i have an adorable dog named Gretzky and hes a goldendoodle :)

ALSO IM ITALIAN SO IF ANYONE HAS SOME GOOD ITALIAN RECIPES MAY I PLEASE HAVE THEM ... THANKK YOUU :)

I'm a fairly recent widow. (1 yr.) I'm trying to learn to cook for just myself after having cooked for 45 yrs for a family.  It's hard. Also the boredom of the same old thing is killing me!  Always looking for new ideas.

I have a collection of about 500 cookbooks so chances are I havea recipe for almost anything.

My favorite kitchen appliance is my food processor.

I won't discuss my kitchen because I moved from my home to a 1 br apt. Needles to say, I have had to scale down my kitchen.

I am looking forward to meeting some new people and exchanging some great ideas and recipes.

Regards,

bamamama