Paul Lynde Quotes
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The dining room in my old house was truly magnificent, but by far the worst room for conversation. I'd get up from the table, a very long table, and somebody would always say, Paul, I never got to talk to you.
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I'm used to living alone, and I like it that way. You become so selfish living alone...I'd make a terrible husband anyway.
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I wish I had the nerve not to tip.
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Peter Marshall: A western saddle has a curved horn on the front to hold something for the cowboy. What is it?
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If I ever completely lost my nervousness I would be frightened half to death.
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I may find something that looks interesting and then go on to alter the recipe by adding spices, things of my own. I also look for time-saving recipes, dishes that can be prepared ahead and stored.
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A closet full of wire hangers can be the most dangerous place in the world.
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I sang in the choir for years, even though my family belonged to another church.
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Mothers don't want to pinch me or put me in their purse.
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I don't always prepare such rich meals. Sometimes I'll just serve a simple quiche, salad and dessert for dinner. During the week I try to eat lightly.
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Comedy is exaggerated realism. It can be stretched to the almost ludicrous, but it must always be believable.
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When I said I didn't have a cent, I didn't. I used to get annoyed with people who said they were broke when they had five dollars.
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I don't know who the hell Paul Lynde is, or why he's funny, and I prefer it to be a mystery to me.
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My table seats eight, so that's my maximum. Having a small number of guests is the only way to generate good conversation. Besides, your whole house doesn't get wrecked that way.
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I was obsessed with being rich and famous.
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The whole romantic part of my life was a wipeout. I didn't even own a belt.
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My body may have been abused, but it certainly hasn't been neglected.
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If I hadn't become a celebrity, I'd probably be an alcoholic.
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I laughed all the way through Love Story.
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My father was adamant in his disapproval of my interest in show business.
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My kitchen is not a place to live in. I made it white so I can tell instantly if it's not clean-and I like it clean enough to be able to eat off the floors-or the tables,for that matter.
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Sandwiches are wonderful. You don't need a spoon or a plate!
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I have this beautiful antique silver wine decanter that I bought at an auction. I always pour wine from that.
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As far as cookbooks go, I think Joy of Cooking is a classic. I've used it over and over again. Julia Child frustrates me. By the time you get all her herbs together, you're exhausted