CES wrote: > > I was always under the impression that the bayleaf was poisonous which is > why you were supposed to remove it before serving your dish. > > Charlie > > 2 or 3 bay leaves > Whiz at high speed in blender to emulsify thoroughly Naaaahhhh... you take it out 'cuz it's tough and a bitch to chew. Whirring it in the blender to powder or emulsify will remove that property. If it were poisonous it would leach its poison into the dish being cooked...... ENJOY!!! -------- UNCLE DIRTY DAVE'S KITCHEN -- Home of Yaaaaa Hooooo Aaahhh!!! HOT SAUCE and Hardin Cider