Monthly Dinner
Cargo Master
Joined: Jul 2003
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From: Four Oaks, NC
I'm already working on my baked beans 
I got a little monkey wrench thrown into the plans though. I'm supposed to help a friend at a car show tomorrow, and that will probably keep me until maybe 3pm. I already knew that, had hoped to be out sooner, but we'll see. I figured to have Sherry stick the beans in the oven for me so they can bake for 2 hours, but she won't be here. She's going down to Wilmington tomorrow to hang out with our daughters. She swears I told her the FTE dinner was Friday, and that the car show was Saturday, so she figured to make plans for herself since I wouldn't be around anyway. So now she had planned on us going to eat tonight. But without her here on Saturday I've got to stick the beans in the oven early before I leave for the car show, which means when I show up at James in the afternoon, they'll probably be cold.
So basically I'll be showing up late, without my wife, carrying cold beans..
I got a little monkey wrench thrown into the plans though. I'm supposed to help a friend at a car show tomorrow, and that will probably keep me until maybe 3pm. I already knew that, had hoped to be out sooner, but we'll see. I figured to have Sherry stick the beans in the oven for me so they can bake for 2 hours, but she won't be here. She's going down to Wilmington tomorrow to hang out with our daughters. She swears I told her the FTE dinner was Friday, and that the car show was Saturday, so she figured to make plans for herself since I wouldn't be around anyway. So now she had planned on us going to eat tonight. But without her here on Saturday I've got to stick the beans in the oven early before I leave for the car show, which means when I show up at James in the afternoon, they'll probably be cold.
So basically I'll be showing up late, without my wife, carrying cold beans..
FTE NC Chapter
Joined: Oct 2007
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From: Coastal NC
Things are shaping up for a nice afternoon tomorrow.
Looking forward to seeing everyone that can make it.
A few more sides and desserts have been added.
The only thing I'm short on is seating so bring a bag chair if you are able.
Provided:
Beef Brisket, Shrimp, Pork Sausage, Chicken Sausage, Hot Dogs. Grill and oven space if needed.
Sides:
Baked Beans x2
Taters
Bob's famous Cake
Tater Salad
Mac and Cheese
Various Chips/snacks
Desserts x3
Looks like 15-20 with about 5 maybes. Should be a good crowd. Oh, and I've got FTE swag that was supposed to be distributed at the fall fling.
1200 Mountain Laurel Dr
Raleigh, NC 27603
Looking forward to seeing everyone that can make it.
A few more sides and desserts have been added.
The only thing I'm short on is seating so bring a bag chair if you are able.
Provided:
Beef Brisket, Shrimp, Pork Sausage, Chicken Sausage, Hot Dogs. Grill and oven space if needed.
Sides:
Baked Beans x2
Taters
Bob's famous Cake
Tater Salad
Mac and Cheese
Various Chips/snacks
Desserts x3
Looks like 15-20 with about 5 maybes. Should be a good crowd. Oh, and I've got FTE swag that was supposed to be distributed at the fall fling.
1200 Mountain Laurel Dr
Raleigh, NC 27603
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Joined: Nov 2015
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From: Angier, NC
I'm already working on my baked beans
I got a little monkey wrench thrown into the plans though. I'm supposed to help a friend at a car show tomorrow, and that will probably keep me until maybe 3pm. I already knew that, had hoped to be out sooner, but we'll see. I figured to have Sherry stick the beans in the oven for me so they can bake for 2 hours, but she won't be here. She's going down to Wilmington tomorrow to hang out with our daughters. She swears I told her the FTE dinner was Friday, and that the car show was Saturday, so she figured to make plans for herself since I wouldn't be around anyway. So now she had planned on us going to eat tonight. But without her here on Saturday I've got to stick the beans in the oven early before I leave for the car show, which means when I show up at James in the afternoon, they'll probably be cold.
So basically I'll be showing up late, without my wife, carrying cold beans..
I got a little monkey wrench thrown into the plans though. I'm supposed to help a friend at a car show tomorrow, and that will probably keep me until maybe 3pm. I already knew that, had hoped to be out sooner, but we'll see. I figured to have Sherry stick the beans in the oven for me so they can bake for 2 hours, but she won't be here. She's going down to Wilmington tomorrow to hang out with our daughters. She swears I told her the FTE dinner was Friday, and that the car show was Saturday, so she figured to make plans for herself since I wouldn't be around anyway. So now she had planned on us going to eat tonight. But without her here on Saturday I've got to stick the beans in the oven early before I leave for the car show, which means when I show up at James in the afternoon, they'll probably be cold.
So basically I'll be showing up late, without my wife, carrying cold beans..
Dave ----
Cargo Master
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 2,723
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From: Four Oaks, NC
Hey Dave, bacon don't get crispy in a crock pot 
(it's topped with brown sugar pepper bacon). It'll be alright though I think. Looking forward to seeing everyone. I have to work tonight so I probably can't stay much past 6.
(it's topped with brown sugar pepper bacon). It'll be alright though I think. Looking forward to seeing everyone. I have to work tonight so I probably can't stay much past 6.
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Joined: Dec 2006
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From: Lexington Mo
Another great dinner and visit with friends.
James and Kim, thanks for hosting dinner for us all.
Everything was great,and there was not a shred left of Kim's Brisket
Great to see the gang, and a new chapter member, along with Jame's riding buddy's.
Shari had a nice time setting and visiting with the other ladies. Back home, shoes are off, and the heat is on.
We turn our Christmas lights on Thanksgiving evening, and will be on every evening through Christmas, unless it's raining. We'd like for you all to come out a take a peak if you find yourself in Apex.
903 Olive Street, Apex, 275502
Y'all be safe
James and Kim, thanks for hosting dinner for us all.
Everything was great,and there was not a shred left of Kim's Brisket
Great to see the gang, and a new chapter member, along with Jame's riding buddy's.
Shari had a nice time setting and visiting with the other ladies. Back home, shoes are off, and the heat is on.
We turn our Christmas lights on Thanksgiving evening, and will be on every evening through Christmas, unless it's raining. We'd like for you all to come out a take a peak if you find yourself in Apex.
903 Olive Street, Apex, 275502
Y'all be safe
FTE Legend
Joined: Nov 2015
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From: Angier, NC
I want to thank James and his wife Kim for opening up their house to all of us, I know it is a lot of work. Food was out standing.
It was nice to put faces to people and to throw the bull around.
The wife and I had a great time and look forward to doing this again.
Thank you,
Dave G.
It was nice to put faces to people and to throw the bull around.
The wife and I had a great time and look forward to doing this again.
Thank you,
Dave G.
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From: Lexington Mo
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Cargo Master
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From: Four Oaks, NC
Nice to meet you Dave and nice to see everyone, thanks James for hosting it. Bob what did you call that dessert, buttery gooey cake? Man that was some kinda good. James tell your wife as well we appreciate the hosting and Bob tell Shari that I told my wife she asked about her, and Sherry says sorry she missed it and hopes to see everyone next time. And Kurt I am asking around for my 4 barrel Ford friends to see who is interested in an Autolite 
*Forgot to mention: James do you remember when I leaned into my car to get the keys so I could open the trunk? Well in the dark apparently I dropped my bean serving spoon onto the seat, didn't realize, and drove all the way home sitting in beans. D'oh!
Kurt I mentioned the 4 barrel Autolite's to the Mustang group I am in, do you have an email address that I can pass along to anyone who is interested?
*Forgot to mention: James do you remember when I leaned into my car to get the keys so I could open the trunk? Well in the dark apparently I dropped my bean serving spoon onto the seat, didn't realize, and drove all the way home sitting in beans. D'oh!
Kurt I mentioned the 4 barrel Autolite's to the Mustang group I am in, do you have an email address that I can pass along to anyone who is interested?
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Good morning FTE world. James, you threw one heck of an event brother. Was good to see everyone I already know and great to meet FuzzFace2. Was cool to not be the only one on 2 wheels, and it was a bit chilly on the way home. Thanks for inviting us all to your home James. Another great monthly dinner to add to the books. Glad to get to see everyone and John, if that weren't a 66 Mustang, I would have laughed at the spoon thing, but that sux brother. Don't know who was on the Moto Guzzi but that was a really nice bike. well time to go spend some of Josh's money, Lol. Have a great Thanksgiving everyone and enjoy the time with family and friends.
FTE NC Chapter
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From: Coastal NC
Kim and I had a great time. Everything was delicious and barely anything left over. We counted 29 folks that showed up. 8 or 9 bikes. Kurt's blue and white pick up and John's 66 mustang, and Dustin's tank. Thanks to everyone that came and brought food. It was a lot of fun.
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From: Lexington Mo
Not a problem.
1 yellow cake mix.
1 pkg cream cheese. Softened.
1 stick real butter.
3 eggs.
4 cups powdered sugar.
Melt 1 stick real butter, and blend in 1 egg, and mix into yellow cake mix.
Press batter into a greased 9x13 cake pan.
Beat 2 remaining eggs for 3 minutes, blend in 1 8oz pkg of softened cream cheese. Blend until not lumpy. Mix in 4 cups powdered sugar, then pore mixture on top of batter mixture.
Bake at 350 degree oven 30 to 45 minutes, or until golden brown. Cake will rise then lower.
1 yellow cake mix.
1 pkg cream cheese. Softened.
1 stick real butter.
3 eggs.
4 cups powdered sugar.
Melt 1 stick real butter, and blend in 1 egg, and mix into yellow cake mix.
Press batter into a greased 9x13 cake pan.
Beat 2 remaining eggs for 3 minutes, blend in 1 8oz pkg of softened cream cheese. Blend until not lumpy. Mix in 4 cups powdered sugar, then pore mixture on top of batter mixture.
Bake at 350 degree oven 30 to 45 minutes, or until golden brown. Cake will rise then lower.