On Mon, 6 Apr 2009 16:44:09 -0700 (PDT), Kris wrote:

> Good evening all,
>
> Well, I made my scallop gratins, which required the Pernod I didn't
> have on hand.
>
> I crushed some anise seeds up in my mortar and pestle & added it to
> some Stoli vodka Friday night. I strained it tonight & added it to the
> recipe as was called for. It smelled ouzo-y so I figured what the heck
> it was close.
>
> The recipe was delicious!! My husband practically licked his dish. I
> could tell it (the faux Pernod) must have been close enough because I
> could detect some anise undertones as I ate.
>
> Thanks to all who helped me sleuth out a substitute. Now we know what
> to do (at least for a dish such as this).
>
> Kris

i love a happy ending.

your pal,
blake