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Jeanine Breadon of Covedale has been named one of five national finalists in A&W Root Beer's "Who Throws the Best All-American Cookout?" contest. As a finalist, Breadon won $5,000 to host a block party for nearly 300 of her closest friends Saturday. A&W judges evaluated her shindig and will name a contest winner Friday. Grand prize is an outdoor entertainment center, deluxe grill and a trip for 10 to Los Angeles to hang out with celebrity Jim Belushi.

What Is This?

Quince paste, or membrillo, is the condiment of choice for nibbling with manchego and other Spanish cheeses. Made from cooked and sweetened quince (a tree fruit common in Europe), the jelly-like paste has undertones of apple and pear flavors, making it a perfect foil to rich cheese. Look for quince paste in gourmet shops or order from www.chefshop.com. It should keep for weeks in the fridge.

Tube Food

Tyler Florence shows the Gourmet Girls how to make Spaghetti a la Carbonara, Tagliatelle Bolognese and Linguine with White Clam Sauce on Food 911 at 7:30 p.m. today on the Food Network.

Hot Date

At the next meeting of the Culinary Collector's Society, Richard Brown, maitre d' of Jean-Robert at Pigall's and formerly of the Maisonette, both downtown, discusses the last two decades of fine dining in Cincinnati - 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Swaim Lodge in Montgomery. Event is free and open to non-members, but reservations required: 981-0786.

Cool Stuff We've Made On A George Foreman Grill

Take leftover chicken or turkey stuffing and form into patty. Place on George Foreman grill for a few minutes, then top with Swiss cheese.

Susan Bock, Blue Ash

E-mail favorite George Foreman recipes and tips: cmartin@enquirer.com. If we use yours, we'll send you a cookbook.