Re: [CnD] Cooking lamb chopsHello to everyone on the list, Hello to everyone on the list, I was wondering if anyone on the list knew how to cook lamb chops? Something I’ve wanted to do but never have

2021-01-16 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Oh my goodness! I forgot to mention a couple of things. I'm always forgetting something! If you put the chops on a cooling rack inside the baking sheet, you will not have to turn them over. Remove your foil tent after thirty minutes of cooking. I think that's everything. On 1/16/2021 7:32

Re: [CnD] Cooking lamb chopsHello to everyone on the list, Hello to everyone on the list, I was wondering if anyone on the list knew how to cook lamb chops? Something I’ve wanted to do but never have

2021-01-16 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Hello: The best and easiest way to cook lamb chops I found has been in the oven. After I season therm with garlic, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper, Iline a baking sheet with foi, cover the chops with a loose tent of foil. Then I   put them in the oven at 400 degrees for 45 to 60 minutes

Re: [CnD] Classic British Recipe, Toad in the Hole

2021-01-06 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
I love this! First, I love the name. Secondly, every year around the holidays, my husband and I pick a recipe that is international. This year, it so happens that we made Yorkshire pudding, and it was so good. Sure isn't pudding by American standares! (smile) We just made plain Yorkshire

Re: [CnD] Basic Tamales-Sugar

2020-12-14 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
wow, Sugar, you make this seem so easy. I made tamales once an said I'd never do it again. With the way this is written so organized, I might try it again. I think my friend and I ended up making 200 tamales, and I was so tired after that; I'll never forget! Thanks for organizing and making

Re: [CnD] Ladle-style Measuring Spoons?

2020-10-30 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
One of the things you can do if you can't find them, is to buy metal measuring spoons and bend them to the angle you'd feel comfortable with. Good luck! On 10/30/2020 3:19 AM, Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark wrote: Hi, Everyone. Would someone know where I could purchase ladle-style

Re: [CnD] Pecan Pie Upside-Down Cake Recipe - BettyCrocker.com

2020-10-21 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
I just checked the recipe again. I think it would all fit in there o.k. Go for it Karen! (smile) On 10/21/2020 6:49 PM, Karen Delzer via Cookinginthedark wrote: Maybe I will one of these days. It looks yummerous! Karen At 05:47 PM 10/21/2020, you wrote: I think it would be okay.  Try it and

Re: [CnD] Pecan Pie Upside-Down Cake Recipe - BettyCrocker.com

2020-10-21 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Hey  Karen: Right now that's all I have too! (smile) I wonder if you can get all of it in there? You first! haha! On 10/21/2020 4:11 PM, Karen Delzer via Cookinginthedark wrote: wonder what it would doo if you used an 8 x 8 square pan because that's all you had. :) :) :) Karen At 10:17

[CnD] Messages

2020-10-09 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
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Re: [CnD] Help with Recipe, Please

2020-10-08 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
--- Begin Message --- Hi Dani This is sort of like a Martha's Texas chocolate cake/brownie recipe. On 10/7/2020 9:08 PM, Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark wrote: ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org

[CnD] Cutting a Melon

2020-09-14 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
    Hi Everyone: Well, I tried Dale's method of cutting a melon and it was successful. I like his method better than mine. I put it stem up and made a cut almost to the bottom. Then I turned it a quarter of a turn, made another cut, and did that again. The sections came out kind of like

Re: [CnD] Question About Sprouting Broccoli Microgreens

2020-09-06 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
sprouts. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, September 5, 2020 9:10 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD] Question About Sprouting Broccoli Microgreens Ah that's nice. Good luck. We had some

Re: [CnD] Question About Sprouting Broccoli Microgreens

2020-09-05 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
of food! On 9/5/2020 7:04 PM, Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark wrote: All right. I'll go redrain the seeds and put the jar on its side, then rinse again later tonight. Tell your husband thanks for me. More Later, Dani On 9/5/20, Linda S. via Cookinginthedark wrote: My husband says yes, and he's

Re: [CnD] Question About Sprouting Broccoli Microgreens

2020-09-05 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
My husband says yes, and he's pretty smart about things like this. He says to get 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,

Re: [CnD] Cooking podcasts and ACB

2020-09-05 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
To subscribe to the email list for a daily schedule, send an email to: acb-community-eve...@acblists.org with subscribe in the subject line. Every day you will receive the schedule of the zoom meetings that are scheduled, plus on Fridays you will receive a list of the next week's

Re: [CnD] Cooking podcasts and ACB

2020-09-05 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
I usually listen to Cooking in the Dark on Acb/radio mainstream. It comes on Tuesdays and Fridays at 1;00 pacific time. I think it is on at other times, but don't know what they are. I use my Victor to listen. Acb/radio is amazing! I'll send the email address when I find it for subscribing to

Re: [CnD] Cutting a cantaloupe

2020-09-05 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
separate pieces.  You can even cut them into smaller pieces if you want before you take off the rind and scoop out the seeds. Smaller pieces make it easier to remove the rind and seeds that way, at least it is for someone with smaller hands like I have. Lisa On 9/4/2020 1:19 PM, Linda S

[CnD] Cutting a cantaloupe

2020-09-04 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Hi Everyone: A couple of weeks ago, on a cooking in the dark show, Dale was talking about cutting melons, and also about different mixes. He briefly mentioned the melons, and then went back to the mixes. His method sounded so much easier and convenient. Can someone go over that again?

Re: [CnD] Pie crust

2020-09-03 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
for the cook or waiting children! The recipe, which also makes delicious rughula, is from Harold Magee. Sent from my iPhone On Sep 3, 2020, at 12:27 PM, Linda S. via Cookinginthedark wrote: This is a very intriguing and interesting recipe. I'm trying to immagine how it would turn out

Re: [CnD] Robert Redford Recipe - Food.com

2020-09-03 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
For this recipe, we also used to use sugar-free pudding and sugar-free Kool Whip. On 9/3/2020 11:34 AM, Immigrant via Cookinginthedark wrote: The recipe says 1 and a half cups of flour, and anywhere between 1/2 and 1 cup butter. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of

Re: [CnD] Pie crust

2020-09-03 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
ke to make treats for the cook or waiting children! The recipe, which also makes delicious rughula, is from Harold Magee. Sent from my iPhone On Sep 3, 2020, at 12:27 PM, Linda S. via Cookinginthedark wrote: This is a very intriguing and interesting recipe. I'm trying to immagine how it woul

Re: [CnD] Pie crust

2020-09-03 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
for double-crust pie. Sent from my iPhone On Sep 3, 2020, at 11:45 AM, Linda S. via Cookinginthedark wrote: Ah, that's nice! He'll really enjoy that dessert, and so will you. When you go to spread the cream cheese, and powdered sugar, dip your spatula in water because it's a little hard

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

2020-09-03 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Oh yum! Just gained another 20lbs reading 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!!!

Re: [CnD] Pie crust

2020-09-03 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
it to hopefully pass an exam. Making the dessert will give me a much-needed stress break. It'll be a nice way to say thank you, and I love you bunches, too. And there are so many variations … I can't wait to try them all. More Later, Dani On 9/3/20, Linda S. via Cookinginthedark wrote: Dani: I think

Re: [CnD] ROBERT REDFORD'S 4 LAYER DESSERT

2020-09-03 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Cookinginthedark wrote: What does the SM stand for?  And when you say one stick of butter, how much is that, as I normally have butter in blocks. On 03/09/2020 14:54, Linda S. via Cookinginthedark wrote: Wow, what a way to start the day! Amazing. Thanks, I would have never thought this recipe could

Re: [CnD] Pie crust

2020-09-03 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
-Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2020 7:10 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: [CnD] Pie crust Hi everyone: Since we're on the subject of baking, I read a long time ago, in one

Re: [CnD] ROBERT REDFORD'S 4 LAYER DESSERT

2020-09-03 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Wow, what a way to start the day! Amazing. Thanks, I would have never thought this recipe could be found. It's been so long ago since I taught, and since we made this, but this recipe is really really good and decadent! Yum! On 9/3/2020 6:31 AM, Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark wrote:

Re: [CnD] Pie crust

2020-09-02 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
e, you can make a scalloped edge on the crust, pinching dough between your thumb and index finger. If you are using this crust for a pudding-type pie, bake empty pie shell in a preheated 425dgF oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Otherwise, bake for the amount of time recommended in your pie recipe. On

[CnD] Pie crust

2020-09-01 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Hi everyone: Since we're on the subject of baking, I read a long time ago,  in one of the cookbooks  made just for those of us who are blind, a recipe for piecrust. I remember instead of using shortening, it called for vegetable oil, and then you piece  the piecrust with your hands in to

Re: [CnD] Bisquick Dumplings

2020-09-01 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
I've done this before, and they always come out good and delicious. As they cook on top of the chicken stew, the thinckines kind of making its own gravy. Yum, ready for fall and winter! On 9/1/2020 10:33 AM, Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark wrote: Bisquick Dumplings Nothing tops

Re: [CnD] cocoa fudge cake recipe T

2020-08-30 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
that makes saying goodbye so hard.” - - Winnie the Pooh ,  I appreciate your friendship/support at: https://www.gofundme.com/sugars-transplant-journey -Sugar -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, August 30, 2020 11:43 AM

Re: [CnD] cocoa fudge cake recipe T

2020-08-30 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
I'm not sure, but doesn't self-rising flour have baking powder instead of baking soda? On 8/30/2020 11:19 AM, Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark wrote: Hi Samuel I may be wrong but what I personally do is use the same measurements, the differnce is self rising flour already has the baking soda

Re: [CnD] Shrinking Cake Mixes | CDKitchen.com

2020-08-25 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Oh yeah. What's that called in economics? Inflation? On 8/25/2020 7:16 PM, Evelyn via Cookinginthedark wrote: This is very helpful information, thanks! It seems to me that more and more brands are being down-sized. For example, ice cream no longer comes in a half gallon container. It’s a

Re: [CnD] MOUTH WATERING SUPER EASY POT ROAST

2020-08-25 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
I think that the onion soup will counteract the sweetness of the coke. On 8/25/2020 3:36 PM, diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: I've had pulled pork done in the crockpot with dr. pepper, and it was good and not sweet. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of

Re: [CnD] Substituting Carrots for Zucchini in Bread?

2020-08-24 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Could you perhaps add a little orange juice or apple juice? On 8/24/2020 4:10 PM, Jude DaShiell via Cookinginthedark wrote: I felt carrot pulp after having done some juicing myself. It's as dry as dry string. It would make for good roughage in a bread but no more than that. That bread would

Re: [CnD] carrot cake

2020-08-24 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, August 24, 2020 12:41 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD] carrot cake You can also substitute applesauce for oil in this recipe. On 8/24/2020 9:32 AM, Jude DaShiell via

Re: [CnD] Lock-lid saucepan

2020-08-24 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Maybe your husband used it as a planter? (lol) On 8/24/2020 1:01 PM, Regina Marie via Cookinginthedark wrote: Hi Again. My pot is substantial and not thin. I have used colanders as well. This is just easier and does not take any extra time. Just works like a colander. I did have a steamer pot

Re: [CnD] Modification of recipe for home made taco seasoning.

2020-08-24 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
I don't know why the greater than signs are there. Sorry. On 8/24/2020 10:51 AM, Jennifer Thompson via Cookinginthedark wrote: Hi I deleted all the greater than signs. I would like to know why all the greater than signs? The recipe is below. Ooh! Thanks for this recipe. The packages of

Re: [CnD] Tex Mex Corn Casserole

2020-08-24 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Yum! On 8/24/2020 10:44 AM, meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: Now that we are on the Gringo-Mex theme, here's another casserole that I used to make at Thanksgiving. Mexican Corn Casserole 4 eggs, beaten 1 can corn, drained 1 can cream-style corn 1-1/2 cups cornmeal 1-1/4 cups

Re: [CnD] Homemade taco seasoning

2020-08-24 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Really! The things you can learn; something new every day. On 8/24/2020 10:30 AM, meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: It is spelled sriracha. Sometimes it is also called rooster sauce. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent

Re: [CnD] Homemade taco seasoning

2020-08-24 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
My favorite for putting on eggs, or meat is called tapatillo. But again, it's full of salt, and is pretty hot. Has tons of flavor though, and I also like ciracha; sorry for the spelling. On 8/24/2020 10:25 AM, Jude DaShiell via Cookinginthedark wrote: I liked pico de gallo piquante sauce

Re: [CnD] Homemade taco seasoning

2020-08-24 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Ooh! Thanks for this recipe. The packages of taco seasoning contain so much salt; got some high blood pressure around here, so we are really trying to cut back on our sodium intake. On 8/24/2020 10:00 AM, meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: I like this better than the store bought kind.

Re: [CnD] carrot cake

2020-08-24 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
You can also substitute applesauce for oil in this recipe. On 8/24/2020 9:32 AM, Jude DaShiell via Cookinginthedark wrote: I would happily substitute figs for raisins since raisins are dehydrated grapes. Nuts in cakes I very much like along with cinnamon. On Mon, 24 Aug 2020, meward1954--- via

Re: [CnD] Lock-lid saucepan

2020-08-24 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Happy Monday: I love the suggestion of practicing these skills. I've used oth methods and and comfortable doing them both. One thing to watch is if you are using boiling water to fill the colendar turn your head to the side a little so that the steam doesn't come un in to your face. On

Re: [CnD] Eating rabbit

2020-08-21 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
I have the fuzzy little wild rabbits in my back yard, and duckies in the lake that's about three blocks from here. My husband did buy rabbit at the store and brought it home to cook for himself.I just couldn't wrap my little blind mind around eating a sweet fuzzy creature like a rabbit. I'm

Re: [CnD] Eating rabbit

2020-08-20 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
They say that rattlesnake also tastes like fried chicken? On 8/20/2020 9:40 PM, Immigrant via Cookinginthedark wrote: I had tried rabbit once, and I liked it. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Karen Delzer via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2020 11:06

Re: [CnD] Yesterday's nostalgic lunch

2020-08-20 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Hey Karen: We have lots of wild bunnies that come in to our yard, I'm always scared for the dogs, and I guess for the bunnies too. Come on over for a bunny. (smile) On 8/20/2020 8:06 PM, Karen Delzer via Cookinginthedark wrote: I remember when I was a child, my grandmother and my aunt used

Re: [CnD] Yesterday's nostalgic lunch

2020-08-20 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Oh, this sounds so so good! You started out to be a great cook. Over time it just got better and better. I don't know what I would have done without that "cooking without looking book, and to think when I got the job of teaching cooking to people who are blind, I didn't know what I was doing.

Re: [CnD] Labeling Decisions: cutting straight

2020-08-20 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
or file box than thatrying to fromind the information on the computer or the digital recorder. Pauline On Wed, Aug 19, 2020, 4:22 PM Linda S. via Cookinginthedark < cookinginthedark@acbradio.org> wrote: For me, Braille is such an accessible method. I use those med papers tha

Re: [CnD] Labeling Decisions: cutting straight

2020-08-19 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
nginthedark On > > > Behalf Of > > > diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark > > > Sent: Tuesday, August 18, 2020 7:31 AM > > > To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org > > > Cc: diane.fa...@gmail.com > > > Subject: Re: [CnD] Labeling problem > > > >

Re: [CnD] Labeling Decisions: cutting straight

2020-08-19 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
a $6000 notetaker around with me, I also carried a postcard slate, stilus and index cards. Nothing like being sure you can get the job done. (smile) -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, August 17, 2020 11:26 PM To: cookinginthedark

Re: [CnD] Labeling Decisions

2020-08-18 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
a postcard slate, stilus and index cards. Nothing like being sure you can get the job done. (smile) -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, August 17, 2020 11:26 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD

[CnD] Shepherd's pie

2020-08-18 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Does anyone have a recipe for shepherd's pie that you really like using ground beef? Thanks. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark

Re: [CnD] measuring cups

2020-08-18 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Yes. Maybe because I've cooked for so long and made some mistakes and learned from them. But I don't like going through all the cups, and I hate washing all of them even more. I also have a method where I measure out the dry ingredients first, and then the wet. The dry can sit for awhile and I

Re: [CnD] Labeling problem

2020-08-17 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
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 like Pen Friend or the bar code reader ever breaks or isn't available and I were dependent on it,

Re: [CnD] Sweet Hots

2020-08-16 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
I know my daughter would love these, she's been on several fires over the summer. When she gets home I'll have to make these for her along with the corn on the cob, and the pinwheels that Sugar sent. On 8/15/2020 1:18 PM, Karen Delzer via Cookinginthedark wrote: These pickles are s

Re: [CnD] Labeling problem

2020-08-16 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
I think you're right about that. On 8/16/2020 7:56 PM, diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: Seems like dymo tape looses it's stick more than it use to. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2020 10:40 PM

Re: [CnD] SLOW COOKER CORN ON THE COB THREE WAYS

2020-08-16 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2020 3:02 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD] SLOW COOKER CORN ON THE COB THREE WAYS Sugar: You send the best recipes ever. Thanks. On 8/16/2020 1:43 PM, Sugar Lopez via

Re: [CnD] SLOW COOKER CORN ON THE COB THREE WAYS

2020-08-16 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Sugar: You send the best recipes ever. Thanks. On 8/16/2020 1:43 PM, Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark wrote: SLOW COOKER CORN ON THE COB THREE WAYS 6 ears corn Salt Pepper Olive oil Pesto Lime juice Ancho chili powder Cut 6 sheets of aluminum foil and place an ear of corn on each

Re: [CnD] Thoughts on pasta cooking

2020-08-16 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2020 3:06 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD] Thoughts on pasta cooking Hi: I do the same, and once my husband decided in his sweet little brain that he would cook some spagheti

Re: [CnD] Thoughts on pasta cooking

2020-08-16 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
and shaft, are things that stick out around the edge of the bowl. This thing will pick up pasta pretty well. Again, it does a great job when I can find it. When I can't, I have a fight, and I usually lose. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark

Re: [CnD] Thoughts on pasta cooking

2020-08-16 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Hi: I do the same, and once my husband decided in his sweet little brain that he would cook some spagheti and fettuccini together because we didn't have enough spaghetti for dinner and it turned out terrible. Do you have a pasta server? I love mine for fishing out the pasta to check for

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

2020-08-12 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Oh, I see it. Darn! Sorry! On 8/11/2020 10:10 PM, Linda S. wrote: Scrambled eggs come out good in the microwave. Crack it in to a microwave safe dish, or cup, but first spray it with a little cooking spray, oil, or butter. Beat the eggs, add a splash of milk or water,  and cook on high for

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

2020-08-12 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
S. via Cookinginthedark wrote: I think I am the one you mean. I guess I should just stay out of things I don't know. I don't do exacto cooking. So if the eggs are a little runny then put them back for a little more. I'm not sure what I did wrong here. I reread my post and I guess in my mind

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

2020-08-12 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
I think I am the one you mean. I guess I should just stay out of things I don't know. I don't do exacto cooking. So if the eggs are a little runny then put them back for a little more. I'm not sure what I did wrong here. I reread my post and I guess in my mind it made sense, but not to others.

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

2020-08-11 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Scrambled eggs come out good in the microwave. Crack it in to a microwave safe dish, or cup, but first spray it with a little cooking spray, oil, or butter. Beat the eggs, add a splash of milk or water,  and cook on high for 30-45 seconds. Stir it around and microwave it again for 30-45

Re: [CnD] Creamed New Potatoes and Peas

2020-08-11 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Oh, my grandma used to make this all the time. She lived on a farm and would fry chicken, or throw a pork roast in the pressure cooker and we'd have the creamed potatoes. Boy, this list sure makes me remember a lot of things. (smile) On 8/11/2020 9:57 PM, Kevin Minor via Cookinginthedark

Re: [CnD] How do you crack an egg and get it out of the shell without squashing it?

2020-08-10 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
You also have to take in to consideration the freshness of the egg. A fresh egg will crack more easily. On 8/10/2020 8:10 AM, meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: I guess there's more than one way for a blind person to crack an egg. I wouldn't even try to either crack it on the short

Re: [CnD] How do you crack an egg and get it out of the shell without squashing it?

2020-08-09 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
On 8/9/2020 7:05 PM, Kevin Minor via Cookinginthedark wrote: Hi. I have many recipes that require eggs in them. I'd love to try them, but there's a problem. I can't get the egg out of the shell without making a mess. My girlfriend showed me how to crack the shell with a Hello: This takes

Re: [CnD] Being new in the kitchen

2020-08-09 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Most definitely! We've all been there at the starting point. Just start slowly, and think about how you are going to do each step. Each success will build your confidence to do even more. Good luck. On 8/9/2020 2:59 PM, meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: Tiffany: I remember how scared

Re: [CnD] Homemade Pizza almost

2020-08-08 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
this cool a bit before cutting. It turned out great. There will be many more of these in my future! Pamela Fairchild -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Friday, August 7, 2020 3:52 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S

Re: [CnD] Homemade Pizza almost

2020-08-07 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
! Pamela Fairchild -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Friday, August 7, 2020 3:52 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD] Matches and irrational fears I love these stories. We can immagine ourselves

Re: [CnD] Matches and irrational fears

2020-08-07 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Wednesday, August 5, 2020 7:30 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD] Matches and irrational fears Wow, this brings back a memory. When I lived in Mexico, I learned to wash my clothes

Re: [CnD] Knowing when Milk is Boiled

2020-08-07 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
My experience is that you can feel it through the handle of the pan. To boil milk, you should keep the stove on medium low and just have a lot of patience. (smile) On 8/7/2020 10:09 AM, meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: If you have never boiled milk, please be aware that milk will

Re: [CnD] Matches and irrational fears

2020-08-05 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
never ever cooked chicken at home. I didn't trust it. That is what restaurants were for. Yes, we had restaurants. Those were definitely the days. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Wednesday, August 5, 2020 7:30 PM

Re: [CnD] Matches and irrational fears

2020-08-05 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Wow, this brings back a memory. When I lived in Mexico, I learned to wash my clothes with a wash board. The gas stove was also different because you had to buy the gas in tanks and connect them to the stove. I ex in-laws would do that thank God. There were people who would go through the

Re: [CnD] Microwave tuna casserole

2020-08-05 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
glad you liked my homemade egg sandwiches. Just trying to say thanks to my fellow blind cooks. Ron ham radio and Emergency Communication Station KR3DOG -Original Message- From: Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Wednesday, August 5, 2020 00:21 To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S

Re: [CnD] About the canned cinnamon rolls

2020-08-04 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Some people also add a can of diced chilis along with the cream corn. On 8/4/2020 7:50 PM, Ron Kolesar via Cookinginthedark wrote: The best way I've found to do biscuits, is as follows. I love the grand biscuits. If you have a Sam's club membership, they come in a huge bag instead of a can.

Re: [CnD] Microwave tuna caserole

2020-08-04 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
. How can one do rigatoni, in the microwave oven and or in the talking toaster oven please? Many Thanks. Ron who's jealous. SMILES. -Original Message- From: Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, August 1, 2020 19:39 To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD

Re: [CnD] Microwave tuna casserole

2020-08-04 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
And, what time is breakfast? Let's all go to Ron's house/ (smile) On 8/4/2020 7:39 PM, Ron Kolesar via Cookinginthedark wrote: I almost forgot to thank Deborah for her Microwave tuna casserole. This is a huge nice example of my letter that I wrote out to the list. Even I could make this dish

Re: [CnD] Looking for some simple cooking tips and or tricks.

2020-08-04 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Hi ron: Here are a couple of things you might try. When I taught cooking, we did these two simple recipes, and the class loved them. I still sometimes cook these in my house too. First, stuffed baked potatoes. You can do one potato, or more if you'd like. Depending on your microwave, and

Re: [CnD] What is Polenta?

2020-08-04 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Good morning: It's like a cornmeal soft cake with a unique flavor of corn; tastes kind of like hominy. Many people don't like it, I guess it's an acquired taste. It comes in a sealed tube somewhat like ground beef. As Polenta is firm, you can open it up and just slice it off and fry it.

Re: [CnD] Preferred cooking methods

2020-08-03 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, August 3, 2020 3:24 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD] Preferred cooking methods Oh wow! I wish I would have known this when I worked; not that long ago. I would have loved to let my co-workers smell all that good

Re: [CnD] My Crazy blind self and the polenta

2020-08-03 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
several years since I last bought polenta, but your description fits with what I remember of the way it was packaged. I am going to put it on my next shopping list. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, August 03, 2020 2:08 PM

[CnD] My Crazy blind self and the pollenta

2020-08-03 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
So, since we've been talking about pollenta, I forgot how it is packaged. So, this morning I went to the pantry and found something that felt like one of those tubes of ground beef. I yelled out to my husband: Why is the ground beef in the pantry? He came running; he doesn't have the

Re: [CnD] ground turkey

2020-08-02 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Hi: I will look up these recipes, but Weight Watchers has a wonderful ground turkey sausagerecipe along with ground turkey meatloaf, and ministrone soup. Like Regina said, you do have to add a little cooking spray or oil, and spice it up pretty well. If I find the recipes, I'll be back with

Re: [CnD] Shopping Angel or Instacart

2020-08-02 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
sta. Happy to know gemelli is included. I'll be looking for them. Thanks. Diane -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, August 1, 2020 8:45 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD] Microwave tuna ca

Re: [CnD] Microwave tuna caserole

2020-08-01 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
, but, didn't know where to look for it. Is all that other stuff you mentioned in pouches like the rice? Thanks. Diane -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, August 1, 2020 7:39 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S

Re: [CnD] Microwave tuna caserole

2020-08-01 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
-Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, August 1, 2020 7:39 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD] Microwave tuna caserole There are so many things you can buy now that can be microwaved. You can buy

Re: [CnD] Microwave tuna caserole

2020-08-01 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, August 1, 2020 7:39 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD] Microwave tuna caserole There are so many things you can buy now that can be microwaved. You can buy quinoa, rigatoni

Re: [CnD] Microwave tuna caserole

2020-08-01 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
There are so many things you can buy now that can be microwaved. You can buy quinoa, rigatoni, instant rice, brown and white, basmadi and jasmine and even pollenta. Amazing, especially on these hot days when you don't want to heat up the house. Linda On 8/1/2020 3:58 PM, meward1954--- via

Re: [CnD] using the Yumley website

2020-07-30 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
I looked at it too. At the top of the page there is an accessability feedback form. When I went to a recipe category, no recipe came up, but instead adds for a smart thermometer, and other stuff came up; a lot of sales reterick. I'm not sure why anyone would want to look at this website. I

Re: [CnD] Roasting Garlic How-Tos?

2020-07-29 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
think I will try it both ways! -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Wednesday, July 29, 2020 1:13 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD] Roasting Garlic How-Tos? Hi Dani: When I roast garlic, I put

Re: [CnD] Roasting Garlic How-Tos?

2020-07-29 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Oh, and I forgot to mention, I roast garlic for garlic mashed potatoes, and a tripple garlic pasta that I make. Linda On 7/28/2020 10:59 PM, Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark wrote: Hi, Everyone. I went to visit my Mom and Dad yesterday, and Mom sent me home with two ripe avocados. I looked

Re: [CnD] Roasting Garlic How-Tos?

2020-07-29 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Hi Dani: When I roast garlic, I put a little olive oil on a small piece of foil and put it in the oven at dg350 for about 20 minutes. When making guacamoli though, I use raw garlic that I press along with onion, tomato, cilantro, and a jalapeno. Hope this helps Linda On 7/28/2020 10:59

Re: [CnD] Help! Tofu!

2020-07-27 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Hi Debbie: When my husband claimed that he was a vegetarian, I used to use this tofu in a stir-fry. I would saute the garlic and onions in sesame oil, or if I didn't have that I would use just regular oil. Then I would add brocollie, green beans, peppers, etc. I also used to make it like

Re: [CnD] CP sloppy joes

2020-07-14 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Sugar: oh, you   come up with the best recipes. Thanks. I love these recipes because you can just make them ahead of time and have time to spend with you company; which would be my kids! On 7/14/2020 11:43 AM, Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark wrote: CP sloppy joes Happy Tuesday, Slow

Re: [CnD] Pancakes?

2020-07-13 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
to flip them so they would brown on both sides, but since they are already cooked that probably wouldn’t be a problem. Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, July 13, 2020 6:52 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD] Pancakes? I

Re: [CnD] Measuring liquids

2020-07-13 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
Yes. Thanks. I guess you learn something new every day. Maybe instructors should incorporate this in to their plans when they teach life skills. On 7/13/2020 6:57 PM, Pamela Fairchild via Cookinginthedark wrote: The marks you make are on the outside of the plunger. When you pull it out to the

Re: [CnD] Measuring liquids

2020-07-13 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
so, if it's marked on the outside, how could you tell how much liquid is on the insideif you have no vision? On 7/13/2020 6:46 PM, Michael Baldwin via Cookinginthedark wrote: You can get syringes off Amazon. That is where I get mine. I most commonly use 1 ml, 5 ml, 10 ml, and 30 ml syringes. I

Re: [CnD] Pancakes?

2020-07-13 Thread Linda S. via Cookinginthedark
I don't have a toaster oven, but maybe it would work in the skillet. On 7/13/2020 6:04 PM, Ron Kolesar via Cookinginthedark wrote: Ok, here's my two cents on this topic. I purchase the frozen pancakes and brown them in the talking toaster oven. I love them. Hope this feedback helps out. Ron

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