THEME: T between a two-word common phrase yields an odd phrase ending in the name of a dessert
GOOD ONES: Like the deserts in this puzzle, literally? DONE TO A T
Self-preparing dessert? AUTOMATIC TRIFLE [automatic rifle + intrusive T]
Like some timers? OLD [oldtimers]
You'd be amazed to stand in it AWE ["stand in awe"]
Yes-Bob link SIREE [liked the look of the clue, and it reminded me of bobolink, the bird]
Lands in el mar ISLAS [noun, not verb]
BTW: Val-d'OISE and OTRA are not used in this language.
Today's grid is interesting because it does not follow the usual pattern of exact quadrants.
RATING:
Three grins = Loved it; Two grins = Enjoyed it; One grin = A bit bland for my taste; One teardrop = Not much fun
