Originally posted by Rachel
But the question is about manners. Miss Manners never wants you to be anything but gracious.

Maybe the following said in a sincere tone: *Oh dear I guess I was just not very clear when I called about what variety I needed the clerk to give my husband or maybe I caught her at a very busy time. One of these days my husband will pay attention to recognize just what food we use..*

This would acknowledge the mistake without mortifying your daughter.
What she said. Exactly.