Re: [CnD] Grocery delivery services
I just got brave and tried Insta Cart yesterday. I can get my local grocery store, CVS, Petco and Fresh Market on it at my location. I had so much fun shopping at Fresh Market yesterday. Oh boy, this is going to be dangerous! I also use Pea Pod and as I live in Connecticut it is Stop & Shop that we access through Pea Pod. I found the Insta Cart app very easy to use. The one thing I like better on the Pea Pod app is that when I click on a product the window opens up and gives me information like the ingredients in the product, kosher, gluten free, etc. I haven't yet found that to be so in the Insta Cart app. I will have to keep looking and shopping. Grin. Dixie @-> + <-@ -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Penny Reeder via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, December 29, 2019 10:26 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Penny Reeder Subject: Re: [CnD] Grocery delivery services Hi everyone. I use and really enjoy using Instacart via the IOS app on my phone. Mostly, i buy from Costco, but can also shop from Giant, and on occasion buy from Giant as well. I also shop from Whole Foods, using the Prime app, which is also totally accessible on Ios. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 29, 2019, at 8:24 AM, Jude DaShiell via Cookinginthedark > wrote: > > For anyone that has a Giant store in their local delivery area, the > giant app is inaccessible but the peapod app is accessible at least on iPhone. > You have to order $100.00 for them to deliver though so keep that in mind. > They also don't contact you about substitutions either just do them. > > > > -- > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Almond Cream Coconut Flan
Flan is like a custard. Dixie @-> + <-@ -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2019 6:36 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: m51penning...@gmail.com Subject: Re: [CnD] Almond Cream Coconut Flan I have never tried this. I think a flan is a type of cake, but I am not sure. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Jennifer Thompson via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2019 4:52 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Jennifer Thompson Subject: Re: [CnD] Almond Cream Coconut Flan What is Almond Cream Coconut Flan? Makes me wish I had a rice cooker to make the recipes I have heard about. I am trying to eat healthier I wonder about using stevia or truvia instead of sugar. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2019 3:48 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: m51penning...@gmail.com Subject: [CnD] Almond Cream Coconut Flan Almond Cream Coconut Flan Who knew flan could be made in a rice cooker? Well, you do now. Yield: Serves 6. 2 cups water 4 large egg yolks 4 tablespoons sugar, divided Dash salt 2 1/2 cups heavy cream 2 teaspoons almond extract or almond liqueur 1/3 cup coconut, shredded Pour 2 cups of water into the inner pot of the AromaR rice cooker and close the lid. Press the Steam/Cook button and bring the water to a boil in approximately 8 minutes. In a non-reactive bowl, whisk the egg yolks with 2 tablespoons of sugar and the salt. In a medium saucepan over low heat, bring the cream, remaining sugar, almond extract and coconut just to scalding. Add a small amount of cream to the eggs and stir. Gradually add the rest of the cream to the egg yolks, stirring constantly. Pour the batter into a 1-2 quart baking dish that fits the inner pot. Cover the dish with a piece of aluminum foil. Open the lid, using caution to avoid steam burns. Using a foil pan lifter and a cooking mitt, place the dish into the boiling water, cover and cook for 50 minutes. Use cooking mitts and the foil pan lifter to remove the flan and cool. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate until chilled. Enjoy. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Honey
Honestly, I like my honey crystalized. It is easier to manage, measure and is less likely to drizzle between the honey pot and my tea cup. Dixie @-> + <-@ -Original Message- From: Penny Reeder via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, October 19, 2019 10:25 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Penny Reeder Subject: Re: [CnD] Honey Microwaving won’t affect the honey’s deliciousness in any way, but it will some of the organisms that make honey contribute to good health and counteract dangerous bacteria. Alexa says that honey crystalizes more quickly when stored in plastic. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 18, 2019, at 9:01 PM, Nicole Massey via Cookinginthedark > wrote: > > Hot water, just not so hot that it melts the container. If what it's in is > microwave safe you can do that too. > > Sent from my HAL 9000 in transit to Jupiter > > > -Original Message- > From: Wendy via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] > Sent: Friday, October 18, 2019 6:52 PM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Wendy > Subject: [CnD] Honey > > My honey has crystallized. How do I uncristalize it? Thanks. > Wendy > > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] How Do You Sauté Garlic?
When I am cooking garlic in the oil to fragrance the oil, I only cook it for 20 or 30 seconds, stirring constantly, just until I can start to smell it, then add the other ingredients to keep the garlic from getting overdone. Dixie @-> + <-@ -Original Message- From: Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, October 17, 2019 11:02 PM To: cookinginthedark Cc: Dani Pagador Subject: [CnD] How Do You Saute Garlic? Hi, Everyone. Garlic is such a small thing, and it gets even smaller when you mince the cloves and need to saute them for, say, spaghetti with garlic and butter, an easy meal that cooks are able to throw together with no problem. It seems like such a basic thing, but I need to know how to do this without burning the garlic. How much oil gets used? And at what temperature does it need to cook? Thanks, Dani ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Chocolate-Banana Refrigerator Cake
Chocolate-Banana Refrigerator Cake Prep Time: 20 min Total Time: 20 min Servings: Serves: 24 Source: justapinch.com INGREDIENTS 1 pkg (3.4 oz.) vanilla instant pudding mix 3 c cold milk, divided 2 c thawed frozen whipped topping, divided 1 pkg (3.9 oz.) chocolate instant pudding mix 1 large banana, cut into 24 slices 18 honey graham crackers, broken in half (36 squares) DIRECTIONS Line a 13x9-inch pan with foil and leave 2 inches overhanging on the ends of pan. In a large bowl, beat vanilla pudding mix and 1-1/2 cups milk with whisk for 2 minutes. Stir in 1 cup whipped topping. Repeat in a separate bowl with chocolate pudding mix, remaining milk and remaining whipped topping. Break 1 graham square in half; coarsely crush 7 of the remaining graham squares. Arrange 14 graham squares and 1 graham rectangle on bottom of prepared pan; cover with vanilla pudding, remaining graham pieces and chocolate pudding. Refrigerate for 4 hours. When ready to serve, use foil handles to lift dessert from pan; top with bananas and crushed grahams. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cutting mango [OU]
Pamela, That extra fruit on the pit is the cooks treat! Sticky grin. Dixie @-> + <-@ -Original Message- From: Pamela Fairchild via Cookinginthedark Sent: Wednesday, August 21, 2019 9:12 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: pamelafairch...@comcast.net Subject: Re: [CnD] Cutting mango [OU] Dixie, I cut mangos like you do, but take time to eat whatever may have stuck to the pit, even if all I get is juice on my chin. That said, if a sighted person is handy, I pass the mango cutting on because they can always do it neater and faster than I can. If I have to do it myself, that is fine. I loved your description and saved it in my Kitchen tips file. Pamela Fairchild -Original Message- From: Dixie via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday, August 20, 2019 7:02 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Dixie Subject: Re: [CnD] Cutting mango [OU] Hi George, The way I prepare my mango is to stand it on end, with the skinnier pit edge towards me. Then I cut it from the north pole to the south pole just to the right of center. I then turn it 180 degrees and do the same thing for the other side. This cuts off the two cheeks leaving a finger width band of flesh around the skinny edge of the pit. I lie that on the counter and run the tip of the knife around the perimeter of the pit. I now have all the flesh off the pit, and the skin is attached to the flesh. For the band of flesh I lie that on the cutting board, skin side down. Hole the end of the skin with my left (non-dominant) hand, and cut away from me running the blade of the knife along on the inside of the skin, and under the flesh. For the 2 cheeks, I cut a grid of score marks through the flesh towards the skin. Maybe 4 cuts east to west, and 3 cuts north to south. I then either use a spoon and scoop the flesh off the skin, or turn the skin inside out so that the flesh pops up and the skin is concave. I can then easily cut off the cubes of flesh. I look forward to your son posting his recipes here! Dixie ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cutting mango [OU]
Hi George, The way I prepare my mango is to stand it on end, with the skinnier pit edge towards me. Then I cut it from the north pole to the south pole just to the right of center. I then turn it 180 degrees and do the same thing for the other side. This cuts off the two cheeks leaving a finger width band of flesh around the skinny edge of the pit. I lie that on the counter and run the tip of the knife around the perimeter of the pit. I now have all the flesh off the pit, and the skin is attached to the flesh. For the band of flesh I lie that on the cutting board, skin side down. Hole the end of the skin with my left (non-dominant) hand, and cut away from me running the blade of the knife along on the inside of the skin, and under the flesh. For the 2 cheeks, I cut a grid of score marks through the flesh towards the skin. Maybe 4 cuts east to west, and 3 cuts north to south. I then either use a spoon and scoop the flesh off the skin, or turn the skin inside out so that the flesh pops up and the skin is concave. I can then easily cut off the cubes of flesh. I look forward to your son posting his recipes here! Dixie @-> + <-@ -Original Message- From: Holroyd, George via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday, August 20, 2019 3:34 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Holroyd, George Subject: [CnD] Cutting mango [OU] OFFICIAL USE Hi Everyone, Does anyone have any tips or suggestions for a blind person (age 12) who wants to learn how best to peel and cut a whole mango? Many Thanks George (Proud parent of a blind 12 year old) Sent with BlackBerry Work (www.blackberry.com) OFFICIAL USE __ This message may contain privileged information. If you have received this message by mistake, please keep it confidential and return it to the sender. Although we have taken steps to minimise the risk of transmitting software viruses, the EBRD accepts no liability for any loss or damage caused by computer viruses and would advise you to carry out your own virus checks. The contents of this e-mail do not necessarily represent the views of the EBRD. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Cutting Melon
To slice a watermelon or any other round melon, First cut it in half the long way. Then Lay it cut side down on a tray or rimmed cookie sheet. This will keep it from wobbling and slipping around while you cut it. Then, slice the half melon cutting from the top which is rounded down towards the flat side on the countertop. Dixie @-> ~ <-@ ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Smokers
Do you have the one that can be controlled by a Smart phone? If so, how well does it work with the screen reader on the phone? Dixie @-> ~ <-@ -Original Message- From: Carlos Taylor via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] Sent: Tuesday, July 5, 2016 6:40 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Carlos Taylor Subject: Re: [CnD] Smokers I also have a Master Built electric smoker. I absolutely love it! I’ve smoked chicken, ribs, pork chops, turkey, and even brisket. Just to clarify, a smoker of this type is something to be used outside, not in the kitchen. > On Jul 1, 2016, at 7:26 PM, Marie Rudys via Cookinginthedark > <cookinginthedark@acbradio.org> wrote: > > That's nice. I don't have room for a lot of stuff in my kitchen. But that's > OK. > I am glad that you like your smoker. > > Marie > > > > -Original Message- > From: Regina Marie via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] > Sent: Friday, July 01, 2016 4:24 PM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Regina Marie > Subject: Re: [CnD] Smokers > > I love my smoker. It is a Masterbuilt and I got it off of Amazon. Dale > recommends it and has many recipes using it on Cooking in the Dark. You do > not have to open the door to put chips in. > > *smile* > Regina Marie > Phone: 916-877-4320 > Email: reginamariemu...@gmail.com > Follow me: http://www.twitter.com/mamaraquel Find Me: > http://www.facebook.com/reginamarie > Listen Live: http://www.jandjfm.com > > > -Original Message- > From: Mike and Jean via Cookinginthedark > [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] > Sent: Friday, July 01, 2016 6:45 AM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Mike and Jean > Subject: Re: [CnD] Smokers > > Hi, I like to use a smoker and I have a few suggestions. I highly recommend > that you use an electric smoker with adjustable controls. I used to have a > digital smoker, however, I lost more sight and could no longer use the > digital settings. I bought my adjustable smoker at a local Ace hardware > store. It has a dial that controls the heat settings. This allows me to > place a bump dot at low, medium, and high. You can also find them at > Sportsman warehouse Academy Sports, and maybe Bass Pro Shops. My smoker is > approximately three feet tall and 18 inches wide. It has a locking door. If > you can find one, I recommend a smoker that has a loading tube on the side > that allows you to load chips during the cooking without opening the door. > Unfortunitely, my unit does not have this feature. > As for the chips, they can also be purchased from the places mentioned above > as well as from Lowes home improvements stores. I really like using > misquette chips when cooking chicken. Apple wood chips also work very well > with fowl. When smoking pork or beef, I like to use hickory chips. > If you have any other questions, you can contact me at mjs1...@sc.rr.com. > Have a Blessed day. Mike -Original Message- > From: Dixie via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] > Sent: Thursday, June 30, 2016 7:48 AM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Dixie <cobaltbluehe...@gmail.com> > Subject: [CnD] Smokers > > Hi all, > > > > I am looking for some advice on purchasing and using a smoker. > > > > We catch some fish here during the summer and I thought smoking it might be a > good idea. > > > > What should I look for in a smoker? > > What should I avoid in a smoker? > > Where is a good source to get smokers, and the various woods? > > Finally, do you have any tips and techniques to share? Recipes? > > > > Thanks so much, > > > > > > > > Dixie > > @-> ~ <-@ > > > > > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > > > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark > ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Smokers
Hi all, I am looking for some advice on purchasing and using a smoker. We catch some fish here during the summer and I thought smoking it might be a good idea. What should I look for in a smoker? What should I avoid in a smoker? Where is a good source to get smokers, and the various woods? Finally, do you have any tips and techniques to share? Recipes? Thanks so much, Dixie @-> ~ <-@ ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Recipe: Broccoli Salad (great for pot-lucks)
BROCCOLI SALAD Salad ingredients: 1 head of broccoli cut into bite sized florets 1/2 c. raisins 8 slices bacon, cooked, drained and crumbled 1/2 c. red onion, chopped 1/2 c. cheddar cheese, shredded (optional) Dressing ingredients: 1/2 c. mayonnaise 2 teaspoons sugar (more or less to taste) 1 Tablespoon lemon juice Mix dressing ahead and refrigerate. Toss salad ingredients; then toss salad with dressing just before serving. Dixie @-> ~ <-@ -Original Message- From: Laury-Johnson, Shawnese (LARA) via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 7:04 PM To: 'cookinginthedark@acbradio.org' Cc: Laury-Johnson, Shawnese (LARA) Subject: [CnD] suggestions needed Hello all I am attending a pot luck and have been asked to bring something for approximately 25 to 30 people. Does anyone have suggestions for something that is quick and easy to make that is also inexpensive and that doesn't take a long time to make please send. It can be something that can be part of the main meal or a dessert. So far all I know is that someone is bringing pulled pork and macaroni & cheese. Thanks ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Filling Muffin Tins
If you get one of those ice cream scoops that have the push button scraper built in, These will make really nicely shaped muffins. Also, grease the top of your muffin tins between the cups. Then any dribbles are easily cleaned up when you have removed the muffins. Dixie @-> ~ <-@ -Original Message- From: Lori Castner via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] Sent: Saturday, April 23, 2016 1:27 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Lori Castner Subject: [CnD] Filling Muffin Tins Hi, Everyone, I love muffins, and I enjoy baking them. But I do not enjoy filling the muffin cups with batter, and no matter what technique I try, it is a messy job. I have used a small scoop, a collapsible measuring cup, and even just a table spoon, but still it's messy. Does anyone have a technique for filling muffin tins with little mess. Thanks. Lori ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
