Re: [CnD] measuring spoons and cups

I have a set of measuring spoons from Pour-fect (I think that's what the brand name is). They're plastic and have Braille markings on them, and come with a leveler. The spoons go from 1/64 teaspoon, 1/32, 1/16, 1/8, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 1 teaspoon, 1-1/2 teaspoons, 1 tablespoon, and 2 tablespoons. They

Re: [CnD] How do you melt a stick of butter in the microwave?

Kevin, If it's the hashbrown casserole I'm thinking of, yes, it's really good. There are no leftovers when I make it here, so no freezer meals get made from it. Have fun making it. Don't be afraid to get your hands dirty to make sure everything is evenly distributed both when mixing and spreading

Re: [CnD] How to make gravy

Thanks, Vicki. I just tried my hand with Marilyn P.'S milk directions and your description for making gravy, and it turned out really well. I'm thrilled. I used the fat I got from making chicken in the crock pot--I saved three cups worth, so have lots to practice with,--and added salt, black

[CnD] Question About The Dump Cake Concept

Hi, Everyone. My Mom and I took advantage of the sale they have this week and stocked up on cake mixes, flour, and sugar. I bought two cans of apple pie filling and have a craving for dump cake, something easy and sweet. I don't have a recipe--it's been years since I made it, so was wondering

Re: [CnD] How to make gravy

I think you'll want equal parts flour and fat e.g., 4 Tbsp. flour to 4 Tbsp. fat. All of the gravy recipes I've seen in cookbooks and on YouTube say that. Thanks, Vicki, for your gravy-making directions. I'm not the best at making gravy--I get impatient. I'll keep your directions on hand and will

[CnD] Ladle-style Measuring Spoons?

Hi, Everyone. Would someone know where I could purchase ladle-style measuring spoons? Thanks, Dani ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark

Re: [CnD] Mushrooms

Hi, Wendy. A Hints from Heloisereader recommends sautéing the mushrooms before freezing. Freezing in its fresh state will have the mushrooms come out mushy when thawed. HTH, Dani On 10/22/20, Wendy via Cookinginthedark wrote: > Can fresh mushrooms be put in the freezer for later use? Thanks.

Re: [CnD] honey lentils abean dinner

Hi, Angela. Here's Sugar's post, pasted in. Cp HONEY LENTILS and BEAN DINNER Crocktober 19, 2020 Happy Monday, Slow Cookerers! Last night I revisited my favorite vegetarian dinner. The only change I made to the Original Recipe was that I used a can of drained and rinsed black beans

Re: [CnD] Question About Cream Cheese Pie Crust

minutes >>before making the crust. No further liquid >>required! Enjoy! Penny Sent from my iPhone > On >>Oct 14, 2020, at 6:05 PM, Dani Pagador via >>Cookinginthedark >>wrote: > > Hi, Everyone. > A few months back >>someone asked about pat-in-pan

[CnD] Question About Cream Cheese Pie Crust

Hi, Everyone. A few months back someone asked about pat-in-pan pie crusts, and Penny R. submitted the following recipe for an easy-to-work-with pie dough. "In bowl of electric mixer, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp. Salt, 1-to 2 Tbsp. Sugar (optional), 1 cup unsalted butter, softened, and

Re: [CnD] Help with Recipe, Please

--- Begin Message --- So about the water/coffee, is it 1-1/2 cups? Thanks, Dani On 10/8/20, Linda S. via Cookinginthedark wrote: > ___ > Cookinginthedark mailing list > Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org >

[CnD] Test

--- Begin Message --- Hi, Guys. Just seeing if this comes through. I saw my message and assumed it came through as normal--JFW read it as though it was a message. Using GMail's web interface. More Later, Dani --- End Message --- ___ Cookinginthedark

[CnD] Help with Recipe, Please

--- Begin Message --- Hi, Everyone. My Mom found a recipe that I had embossed and printed out for us years ago. Unfortunately I didn't put a title on the recipe, and one of the ingredients doesn't have a measurement. Does this recipe look familiar to anyone? 3/4 cup sugar 1 cup sifted flour 1/4

Re: [CnD] Taco Pasta T

Hi, Nicole. Thanks for the recipe. Re adding in the taco seasoning, how do you know when most of the water has gone? That's always been one of my problems. Thanks, Dani On 9/18/20, Nicole Massey via Cookinginthedark wrote: > I've been thinking about this recipe for a few days so I made it

Re: [CnD] Rice Casserole

On 9/7/20, Dani Pagador wrote: > Hi, Dale. > Thanks for sharing your new recipe. I'll add it to my collection, > maybe cook it this week. > > About the bacon, do you just lay it in the skillet and leave on > medium, covered, for 8 minutes? No turning? What cut of bacon do you > use? > > More

Re: [CnD] Rice Casserole

Hi, Dale. Thanks for sharing your new recipe. I'll add it to my collection, maybe cook it this week. About the bacon, do you just lay it in the skillet and leave on medium, covered, for 8 minutes? No turning? What cut of bacon do you use? More later, Dani On 9/7/20, Pamela Fairchild via

Re: [CnD] Biscuits from scratch

Hi, Rebeca. I got the recipe I use off a YouTube channel. It makes 16 biscuits (I use a 2-inch biscuit cutter.) We usually split the biscuits so that there are 6 left out to snack on and 10 get vacuum sealed in pairs to take out for reheating when one of us wants a snack. The YouTube guy didn't

Re: [CnD] Question About Sprouting Broccoli Microgreens

any more. He's grown them before > that though, we've never grown mung bean, but we sure love to eat them. > > He loves Asian food, and I love Mexican ... well I love any kind of food! > > On 9/5/2020 7:04 PM, Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark wrote: >> All right. I'll go redrain th

Re: [CnD] Potbelly's Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

r address. LOLOLOL! > > -Original Message- > From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of > Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark > Sent: Thursday, September 3, 2020 11:46 AM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Dani Pagador > Subject: [CnD] Potbelly's Oatmeal Chocolate Chi

Re: [CnD] Question About Sprouting Broccoli Microgreens

it out of the water and go to the next step. He says that > you don't necessarily know that the process happened, trust it, move on > to the next step he says. Don't kill the messenger! (smile) > > On 9/5/2020 6:54 PM, Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark wrote: >> Hi, Guys. >> I

[CnD] Question About Sprouting Broccoli Microgreens

Hi, Guys. I put 2 tablespoons of broccoli microgreens and a cup of water in a mason jar and let it sit overnight. I drained it, but the seeds don't seem to have taken on any of the water to bulk them up. I added more water and put the sprouting lid back on, and they're sitting in my pantry

Re: [CnD] Cutting a cantaloupe

a vegetable peeler instead of the knife to peel it? > > -Original Message----- > From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of > Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark > Sent: Saturday, September 5, 2020 8:59 AM > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > Cc: Dani Pagador > Subject: Re: [C

Re: [CnD] Cutting a cantaloupe

I haven't heard the episode you're referring to, but at least for cantaloupe, I cut it in half, then cut each half in half, then cut the quarters in half--eight pieces to start. This lets me use a small paring knife to separate the rind from the fruit. Scoop the seeds out while you have the two

Re: [CnD] Crab-Stuffed Catfish

This sounds really good. Only one of us can eat fish/seafood. Do you think the rest will freeze for reheating later? Thanks, Dani On 9/4/20, Pamela Fairchild via Cookinginthedark wrote: > The stuffing in this recipe could be used as a stuffing with any kind of > fish almost. > > Pamela

Re: [CnD] Potbelly's Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

ing this recipe. lol > > On 9/3/2020 8:46 AM, Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark wrote: >> New favorite cookie recipe. Of course I tweaked it. My notes below. If >> I had to choose only one cookie to bake and eat for the rest of my >> life, it'd be this one!!! >> >>

[CnD] Potbelly's Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

New favorite cookie recipe. Of course I tweaked it. My notes below. If I had to choose only one cookie to bake and eat for the rest of my life, it'd be this one!!! Potbelly's Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies >From Bella Ritter Cream together: 1 c. packed brown sugar 1 c. white sugar 2 sticks

Re: [CnD] Pie crust

, but ... uh well, it was already done. Enjoy! > I wish someone was there to make it for you. It's a labor of love to > make this dessert. > > On 9/3/2020 12:22 AM, Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark wrote: >> Hi, Linda. >> If you remember the quantities or can post the rec

Re: [CnD] Pie crust

Hi, Linda. If you remember the quantities or can post the recipe, I'm sure it will become Dani Pagador's favorite dessert too. *lol* It sounds like just the ticket to get me through the rest of this week. Thanks, if you can share it and don't mind doing so. More Later, Dani On 9/2/20, Regina

Re: [CnD] Pie crust

ferent texture. I didn't mind it too much, > but I would not have called it flaky. The pies I am talking about were made > with a special recipe that used oil. This was a long time ago, but I still > remember it. > > -Original Message- > From: Cookinginthedark On Beha

Re: [CnD] Pie crust

Hi, Linda. There's a Push-in pie crust on p245 in "Family Feasts for $75 a Week" on BARD. I'vve also seen it referenced online as coming from a Betty Crocker book in the 1950s. Here's the recipe. I use it all the time, but substitute melted butter for the vegetable oil. I mix the ingredients in a

Re: [CnD] recipe: Sheet Pan Steak with Green Beans and Red Skin Potatoes

Hi, Dena. I Googled and found the recipe on www.chocolateslopes.com. Between the balsamic vinegar and minced garlic measurements there's a line that says "1 tablespoon" and no ingredient is listed. Sometimes there is an interaction section where the poster can answer questions readers ask about

[CnD] Substituting Carrots for Zucchini in Bread?

Hi, Everyone. My Mom's in to juicing and has a ton of leftover carrot pulp. I'd hate to see it go to waste, and am wondering if I can substitute it for zucchini in bread? Are their other uses for the leftover pulp? Thanks, Dani ___ Cookinginthedark

Re: [CnD] revisiting measuring cups

If I could only have one set, it'd be the stainless steel ones with the lines inside. Both types work well, but the stainless steel cups have the advantage of being able to be dipped into a hot pot to get exact amounts of liquid out. JMO, Dani On 8/20/20, Ron Kolesar via Cookinginthedark wrote:

Re: [CnD] Helen's Favorite Shepherd's Pie

Mary, Put the veggies through a food processor to mince it up before mixing in to pasta sauce. He'll like it, and he won't even know what hit him. That's how my older sis got my nephew to eat broccoli. I don't know how to help you with your don't-likes. Tomatoes have to be in ketchup or salsa

Re: [CnD] Labeling Decisions

rds? >> Wendy >> >> -Original Message- >> From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On >> Behalf Of Jude DaShiell via Cookinginthedark >> Sent: Tuesday, August 18, 2020 8:57 PM >> To: Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark

Re: [CnD] Labeling Decisions

radio.org > Cc: Linda S. > Subject: Re: [CnD] Labeling problem > > You go girl! > > On 8/17/2020 6:11 PM, Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark wrote: >> That's why I went the low-tech route. I know that it takes time to >> make the labels by hand, but if a high-tech device

Re: [CnD] measuring cups

Yes, there is a 1/64 tsp on that ring. It's as small as a grain of rice. I think the basic set of measuring cups does the 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 3/4, and 1 cup. I got my set that has all of that and 2/3 and 3/4 measures from William Sonoma. That 3/4 measure comes in handy for recipes where I need 1-1/2

Re: [CnD] measuring cups

The nested measuring cups don't hold the full amount of liquid e.g., the one cup dry measure is just shy of the 8-ounce measurement used with the liquid measuring cups. I tested it with my kitchen scale and both the dry measuring cup and the Pyrex cup I have. The difference isn't enough to throw

[CnD] Seed Identification Site

Hi, Mary and All Others Interested. Here's a seed identification site. https://www.inspection.gc.ca/active/netapp/idseed/idseed_gallerye.aspx Since you know what you might possibly have, you would start with choosing the letter the possibility begins with and work from there. It looks intriguing.

[CnD] Mystery Pill Site

Hi, Everyone. Changing subject lines to follow list rules. The mystery pill finder/identifier is at www.drugs.com. You can go there to look up drug information and interactions, and there's a link for pill identification. You'd have to have sighted help re color and whether there's any writing on

Re: [CnD] Labeling problem

That's why I went the low-tech route. I know that it takes time to make the labels by hand, but if a high-tech device like Pen Friend or the bar code reader ever breaks or isn't available and I were dependent on it, I'd be in huuuge trouble. I'm waaay too dependent on my iPhone as it is. At

Re: [CnD] Labeling problem

ber > bands. > However, I really like this suggestion, because you can make whatever > length > you need. Definitely trying this. > > -Original Message- > From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of > Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark > Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2020 1

Re: [CnD] Labeling problem

Hi, Mary. Get some sewing elastic and a hole punch. Make your labels using the Dymo tape you have, and punch a hole at each end. Tie elastic in a loop to fit your bag, and you're good to go. It's this cheapskate's way of dealing with Braille in the freezer or fridge where condensation could be a

[CnD] Thoughts on Marilyn's Mommy's Mac and Cheese

Hey, Guys. I have the mac and cheese in the oven as I write this. The apartment smells amazing. I tweaked the recipe just a smidge, adding a pinch of dry mustard, and 1/4 tsp each of onion and garlic powder. I used 1/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper. I didn't have Italian bread crumbs, so couldn't

Re: [CnD] measuring spoons question

The spoons also have raised print on them under the Braille. I'm looking at the 1/2 teaspoon, and I can feel the 1, the straight line that separates the fraction, and the two. So if the user knows the shape of print, that can be a handy thing. There's also raised print closer to where the spoon

Re: [CnD] My Mommy's Baked Macaroni And Cheese

Hi, Marilyn. I have all the stuff to make this, but need a starting point for the salt and pepper. How much do you use when you make this? Thanks, Dani On 8/8/20, Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark wrote: > Anyway, if you don't think there is enough cooked macaroni, put some more > in >

Re: [CnD] Sweet Hots

Hi, Karen. Just clarifying. Is that 5 pounds of sugar? Thanks, Dani On 8/15/20, Karen Delzer via Cookinginthedark wrote: > Yah, and they're sooo easy! I couldn't believe I liked them! > > Karen > > At 01:30 PM 8/15/2020, you wrote: >>OMG, that sounds so good. >> >> >> >>-Original

Re: [CnD] Egg muffins, via the microwave oven.

Hi, Linda. You wrote 30 to 45 minutes for the second cooking time, after you stir the eggs around a bit. Pamela and I are in good company, then re distracted typing, where you know what you mean but your fingers tap out something totally else. More Later, Dani, who'll make scrambled eggs and spam

Re: [CnD] Salmon Loaf, From Neesie

No, I eat the bones, too, same with sardines. This recipe looks really good. Thanks for it, and all the rest that you share. On 8/12/20, meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: > I never take out the bones or anything else from the canned salmon. Am I > the only one who eats it all? I

Re: [CnD] for Ron, Scrambling Eggs In The Microwave

Hi, Lisa. Thanks for such a wonderful description of the omelette maker. I've gotta get one. I'm horrible at doing them on the stove, and it's nice to know there's a microwave alternative. More Later, Dani On 8/12/20, Lisa Belville via Cookinginthedark wrote: > Hi, Ron. > > > I do scrambled

Re: [CnD] ISO T Canned Salmon Loaf Recipe?

; green > onion or maybe even sautéed regular onion, any seasonings you like. I used > to make versions of this all the time back when I was single. > > -Original Message----- > From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of > Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark > Sent: Tuesday,

[CnD] ISO T Canned Salmon Loaf Recipe?

Hi, Guys. My Aunt sent a bulk load of Costco sanned salmon. I'll be eating salmon sandwiches and salmon and rice, but need other ideas for what to do with it all. Does anyone have a favorite recipe for salmon loaf? Would appreciate any help. Years ago a friend was on Weight Watchers and shared

Re: [CnD] CHOCOLATE TOFU PIE, #2

If you've got two of the same sized baking pans, you can cut the tofu into thin blocks, maybe an inch thick either lengthwise or crosswise, put the pieces in one pan between a few layers of paper towel, put the other pan on top, and put some cans in to weigh the pan down. Let it sit for at least a

Re: [CnD] Dill Vinaigrette

Hey, Guys. Here's the recipe for the vinaigrette. Dill Vinaigrette Prep: 15 mins Total: 15 mins Servings: 2 Ingredients 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1-1/2 teaspoons white sugar 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon onion powder 1/8 teaspoon

Re: [CnD] 5 Ground Mustard Substitutes

No, I like them, too. I've had them in soups mostly. They have an interesting flavor, not like mustard at all imho. More Later, Dani On 8/10/20, Pamela Fairchild via Cookinginthedark wrote: > Probably! LOL! > Am I the only one who likes mustard greens? > > Pamela Fairchild > > >

Re: [CnD] Help! Tofu!

When I was going to summer camp as a kid, the Seventh-Day Adventist cook, a whiz in the kitchen, made a mud pie with firm tofu in it, blended with whatever chocolate filling she used. Tofu can be plain and bland-tasting if you cut some off the slab and have a taste. But it's an amazing chameleon,

Re: [CnD] My Mommy's Baked Macaroni And Cheese

Thanks, Helen. You learn something new every day. Today it's re cooking ratios. I can't read, either, or wasn't paying attention when JFW was reading to me early this morning. More Later, Dani On 8/8/20, meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: > Sorry, I guess I can't read. It doesn't sound

Re: [CnD] Sprouts and almonds

Hi, Mary. Thanks for mentioning what you are growing. I didn't know garlic sprouts and cabbage sprouts were an option. I'll have to look in to those. David and I have done mung beans and have broccoli microgreens in the pantry waiting to try. We've only bought from Amazon, but we'll also look in

Re: [CnD] French toast in the oven

Cooking Without Looking has an oven-baked French Toast recipe on p. 60. It'll serve 6, and looks really doable. On BARD as both a .brf and audio download. HTH, Dani On 8/8/20, lorischarff--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: > Hi Bill, > I have seen recipes for French Toast in the oven. I even made

Re: [CnD] Copy Cat Pizza Hut Pizza

Just as an aside, don't swap out the olive oil for butter. It doesn't work. I was out of EVO and tried the butter in a pinch. Edible, but not a good idea to redo. On 8/8/20, Pamela Fairchild via Cookinginthedark wrote: > Unfortunately, it is all that oil that makes the dough turn out crisp and >

Re: [CnD] Homemade Pizza almost

You could do a variation with flour tortillas (Sweetheart is allergic to corn, so we swapped those out for flour), refried beans and cheese between the two tortillas, and cheese and a scant layer of taco seasoned meat and olives for layer 4. I oiled the pan and put the Mexican-style pizzas on

Re: [CnD] My Mommy's Baked Macaroni And Cheese

Thanks, Marilyn. This will be on the menu for next week. I've got to get more sour cream, since I'm eating what we have with guacamole and chile lime Doritos. I'm going with Neeward's explanation re the 2 cups, but wait for your clarification. I bet you had a great Mommy. *smile* On 8/8/20,

Re: [CnD] Copy Cat Pizza Hut Pizza

I use this recipe for my pizza crust minus 1 cup of flour (I have a round 14-inch Lodge pizza pan), and add 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning to the flour before mixing in. It makes a great crust. I stretch the dough to the size of the pan and flip the dough over so both sides have some oil. I skip the

[CnD] Cold Brew?

Hi, Everyone. I want to try making cold brew. I've got coffee beans, a 2-qt mason jar, a reusable metal coffee filter, and a hand grinder. I've seen YouTube videos and gone to the Serious Eats website, and there are tons of videos showing how to do this. I think I can manage most of it. But I'm

Re: [CnD] Grits was Re: Microwave tuna casserole

OK, now along with polenta, I have to go find some grits. I've always shied away from them because of the "Kiss my grits" line from Alice. I like cornbread, so think I may like grits. It's good to know there's both a sweet and savory option. More Later, Dani On 8/5/20, Pamela Fairchild via

Re: [CnD] Preferred cooking methods

Re elderly microwave, I think it should be able to do pasta. When we were living in a friend's converted garage with no stove, I'd cook pasta in the microwave for 12-13 mins. Toss it in the water at the beginning and cook, checking at 10 mins, and add additional time as necessary. HTH, Dani On

Re: [CnD] Preferred cooking methods

Hi, Johna. Here's the link to the grips and hotpad combo. I did a search of the mall and read through the results. This was the only one with "thin" in its description. https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/bmm/shop/Item_Detail?itemid=2408543 HTH, Dani On 8/4/20, Simon Wong via Cookinginthedark

[CnD] What is Polenta?

Hi, Everyone. I've seen polenta on the shelf in the baking aisle while shopping with my husband. I don't know anyone who eats it here in HI, so thought I'd ask on list what it is and how it's eaten, and most importantly, why list members like it. I've always wanted to try it. Thanks, Dani

[CnD] Is There a Secret to Opening Canned Corned Beef?

Hi, Everyone. I wanted to make a corned beef and egg omelet for sandwiches and didn't get very far with the can. I broke the key and don't know how I'll get it open without Sweetheart's help. This is the second time this week. The can strip that I managed to remove is wound really tightly around

[CnD] Roasting Garlic How-Tos?

Hi, Everyone. I went to visit my Mom and Dad yesterday, and Mom sent me home with two ripe avocados. I looked on YouTube and found a guacamole video that uses roasted garlic. I've never done it before, so am hoping there are list members that can give me tips on how to do it. Thanks, Dani

Re: [CnD] Question about the bread machine.

Hi, Jennifer. Here's a link to a page with a keto bread recipe. She gives detailed step-by-step instructions on how to make it, both in the oven and with a bread machine. There are also instructions on choices of flour and dairy- vs. dairy-free methods.

Re: [CnD] Baking bread by hand

Yes, I've started baking bread again just because of summer heat, wanting sandwiches for meals, and not wanting to buy bread from the store. I have yeast in the fridge, and bought a vacuum-sealed pound of yeast from Amazon just before lockdown happened in my state, so I'm good to go till my flour

Re: [CnD] Adventures in the Kitchen

Hi, Pamela. I wish I had one of those pies in my fridge. I think it'll be one of those days, and both versions of the pie sound really good. I'll keep this message on file for inspiration to make a breakfast pie. It's really creative. Thanks, Dani On 6/17/20, Pamela Fairchild via

Re: [CnD] BISQUICK CINNAMON ROLLS

Hi, Marilyn. This sounds really easy, and really good. I've got Bisquick in the fridge and want to make this. What does "If desired form roll in crescent." mean? I can picture that the roll will not be cut all the way through, with the pieces sitting on their sides the way traditional cinnamon

Re: [CnD] Looking for a Peach Cobbler Recipe from an Old NFB Cookbook

Yes, can I have your biscuit mix recipe as well? Thanks, Dani On 4/26/20, Karen Delzer via Cookinginthedark wrote: > I have this recipe which I haven't tried, but sounds like it would > work. I would use my own basic biscuit mix, though > to keep away from that chemical taste I find in

[CnD] Looking for a Peach Cobbler Recipe from an Old NFB Cookbook

Hi, Everyone. I'm needing something easy to put together that's sweet. Years ago I had an NFB cookbook that had an easy peach cobbler that used canned peaches and was baked in an 8x8 pan. You put the peaches in the bottom of the pan and poured the cobbler top over it, and baked at 350, maybe 375.

[CnD] Chocolate Milk Bar

Hi, Everyone. I have pasted a recipe below that I found in my recipe stash and really think I need to make. How would you suggest I go about melting the chocolate chips? I don't want to burn anything; burned chocolate is such a waste. Thanks, Dani "This is the bar recipe that "Indulging in

Re: [CnD] New to the list and cooking tips

First, welcome to the list. Re flipping things, I'm not the best with the spatula. I keep a plate to the right of the pan I'm using on the stovetop and use a fork to grab what I want to flip. I transfer it to the plate, flip it there, and then put it back in the frying pan. I can manage to flip

Re: [CnD] electric rice cooker

Hi, Jeanne. I think that with either white or brown rice the ratio is 1 part rice to 2 parts water. I have a small and really basic electric rice cooker and use this ratio with a 3/4 cup for a measure, and add a pinch of salt (optional). HTH, Dani On 10/30/19, Jeanne Donovan via Cookinginthedark

Re: [CnD] perfect mash.

Hi, Courtney. How many potatoes do you use? The mayo sounds like a good alternative, and I'll remember that for when I'm out of milk. Thanks, Dani On 10/16/19, Courtney F. Smith via Cookinginthedark wrote: > I peel & cube russet potatoes, put them in a large pot & cover with water. I > boil

[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

Re: [CnD] returning to the bread slicing guides

I have a plastic bread slicing guide that I got from Amazon. It is compact, and the board the bread lies on folds up into the slicer; it looks like a double-decker sandwich when it's folded and stands on its base. There's a plastic insert that can be adjusted depending on the thickness desired.

Re: [CnD] Cooking tips for a college student?

Nicole, how do the crock pot liners work re prepping food for the crock pot the night before? I'd like to prep for a busy day by having the food in the fridge in the crock pot the night before, all prepped and ready to just put the insert into the base and press the amount of time I need and just

Re: [CnD] help please!

Does it have the head and all of that? If yes, pull the head off, shell on, and don't worry about keeping it in tact. Then pull the legs off from the underside. This will give you the space to stick your fingers under the shell and start deshelling. Depending on preference, you can take all of

Re: [CnD] Million Dollar Mac and Cheese Casserole

inhard Stebner via Cookinginthedark < > cookinginthedark@acbradio.org> wrote: > >> The following line of the recipe seems wrong >> ?112 oz. can evaporated milk >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> > On Mar 24, 2019, at 10:00 PM, Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark <

[CnD] Million Dollar Mac and Cheese Casserole

Made this with DH's help on the roux--can't do a roux to save my life. I left it sitting on the counter cooling because I needed to catch my ride to hang out with my Mom, so didn't get to taste the full-blown casserole with the provolone and sour cream, and the panko topping that I didn't get to

Re: [CnD] t chicken with curry and broccoli recipe

I have a recipe from a friend that's like this, except for using the whole can of cream of chicken, and no breadcrumbs. It is good, and I need to add the breadcrumbs to hers. Thanks. On 1/23/19, Jeanne Fike via Cookinginthedark wrote: > chicken with curry and broccoli recipe > ingredients > >

Re: [CnD] USING YOUR HANDS TO COOK!

Re Abby and How do they knead their bread?: Most people I know would opt for a bread machine. *sigh* But there's nothing like the taste of hand-kneaded bread. JMO. Amen to everyone's responses. Seconding William's thanks. More Later, Dani On 12/27/18, William Henderson via Cookinginthedark

[CnD] How Do You Know When A Liquid's Been Reduced?

Hi, Everyone. I'm hoping the no-stupid-question rule applies here. I see recipes I want to try, but don't do anything with them because they call for reducing the liquid/sauce. How would I go about this without any usable vision? Thanks, Dani ___

Re: [CnD] Cutting Pies

Do they still make those? I remember when AFB used to sell products almost forty years ago that they had a pie cutting guide in their catalog. I was eight then, and read through the catalog because it was Braille and I loved all things Braille. I remember then wondering why I'd want something like

Re: [CnD] Chocolate Chocolate Muffins Recipe #2

Thanks for both of these recipes, Helen. I'll save them and will try them soon. More Later, Dani On 5/31/18, Helen Whitehead via Cookinginthedark wrote: > Chocolate Chocolate Muffins Recipe #2 > If you love chocolate, you'll love these chocolate chocolate muffins. We > make them with >

[CnD] ISO Chocolate Chocolate Muffins Recipe

Hi, Everyone. Does anyone have a recipe for chocolate chocolate muffins? It's made with cocoa powder and semisweet chips, with chips sprinkled on top before baking. Thanks, Dani ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org

[CnD] Apple Danish Recipe

Hi, Everyone. Thought I'd pass this one along. It's great for potlucks, and goes well with potato salad. Summer all year long. *smile* It looks like something I'll make often, since both Mom and David both liked it. It also looks really versatile i.e., you can change the fruit to get a different

[CnD] How to Roast Vegetables?

Hi, Everyone. I love pizza, but need to consider healthier options--my favorites to make are Mexican pizza and Spicy Italian; both have lots of meat and lots of cheese. I want to add roasted veggies, but don't know how to go about roasting them. Ideas? Thanks, Dani

Re: [CnD] Beans With Sausage

Marilyn, This sounds yummy. I have a pkg of Little Smokies in the freezer that I should be eating, and this looks like a good dish for it. Are the green beans in this recipe canned or frozen? Thanks, Dani On 5/21/18, Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark wrote:

Re: [CnD] Dirty Rice Casserole Recipe

Thanks, Marilyn, for posting this. I've never heard of this, but like casseroles, so will put this in my meal plan rotation. It gives me a chance to use the cream of chicken soup in the back of my cupboard. And it'll make nice freezer meals. Tripple ick, liver!!! I'm sooo glad for the ground beef

Re: [CnD] THREE BASIC CAKE RECIPES

Thanks for these. Any idea re pan size? More Later, Dani, now hungry for cake On 4/24/18, Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark wrote: > > > THREE BASIC CAKE RECIPES > > > > > EGGLESS CAKE: > > 1 1/2 cups sugar > 1/2 cup butter or shortening > 2 cups milk

[CnD] Recipe: Crock Pot Chicken Heaven

Hi, Everyone. I found this in my recipe stash and put it together yesterday afternoon. It made a yummy burrito dinner, with enough leftovers to fill a 2qt casserole. I think it freezes, but can't test it out, since the freezer's full, so I know what David and I will be eating over the next few

Re: [CnD] baked spaghetti

Both variations sound really good. Do I need to drain the tomatoes? I have diced tomatoes instead of what the recipe calls for. Thanks, Dani On 2/17/18, Sharon Howerton via Cookinginthedark wrote: > My daughter-in-law has done something similar but with a jar of

Re: [CnD] question about cooking a bean

On 2/8/18, Dani Pagador wrote: > Hi, Jamie. > This is a go-to dish in Filipino households. My Mom makes this > frequently, and we eat it with rice and a splash of Sriracha. She > substitutes bacon for the pork sometimes (my favorite), and leaves off > the prawns if she

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