Re: [CnD] CRAZY CAKE (AUNT ELLIES'S)

2019-03-20 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
They are usually called tube pans. There is a smooth sided one for cakes. There is one that separates into two pieces for angelfood cakes. Bundt pans are tube pans, but come in a zillion designs. I have had at least five different designs. My favorite is a square one with a ridged design.

Re: [CnD] Recipe Request

2019-02-09 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I went to Duncan Hines's site and looked around. Didn't find any thing close, but will keep looking. -Original Message- From: Deborah Barnes via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, February 9, 2019 9:05 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Deborah Barnes Subject: Re: [CnD] Recipe

Re: [CnD] filling up ice trays

2019-01-23 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Wow, I haven't heard anybody mention ice picks in years. I had a machine that sat on the counter and just made ice. It quit. I'm back to trays with covers. Diane -Original Message- From: Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2019 8:32 PM To:

Re: [CnD] filling up ice trays

2019-01-24 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
--Original Message----- From: diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2019 8:41 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: diane.fa...@gmail.com Subject: Re: [CnD] filling up ice trays Wow, I haven't heard anybody mention ice picks in ye

Re: [CnD] Sinful Cinnamon Bundt Cake

2019-02-01 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I made cake mix cakes in a tube pan for years before I owned bundt pans. Don't see why it wouldn't work. -Original Message- From: Deborah Barnes via Cookinginthedark Sent: Friday, February 1, 2019 8:00 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Deborah Barnes Subject: Re: [CnD] Sinful

Re: [CnD] RECIPIE NEEDED

2019-04-10 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Hopefully, this is what you meant. I-can't-chew cookbook: delicious soft-diet recipes for people with chewing, swallowing, and dry-mouth disorders DB63725 -Original Message- From: ellen telker via Cookinginthedark Sent: Wednesday, April 10, 2019 6:42 PM To:

Re: [CnD] Any tips for frying eggs?

2019-04-16 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Pamela, I do not eat fried eggs. I do make a sort of omelette in the microwave. However, that was such a thorough explanation on how to make one, I might have to try it out just to master the technique. Often, when I microwave something in a bowl, I put a paper towel over it just as an added

Re: [CnD] Braille labelling containers

2019-06-17 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I've had the same problem. Funny how some stay for years and others don't. For metal containers like jar lids and cans, I have used a magnetic tape that looks like dymo tape. It will attach to the metal and can be reused. Diane -Original Message- From: Bart Bunting via

Re: [CnD] Braille labelling containers

2019-06-17 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Good tip. I will try that. I have wondered if scotch tape over the dymo might work as well. Diane -Original Message- From: Lois Swartz via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, June 17, 2019 4:58 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Lois Swartz Subject: Re: [CnD] Braille labelling

Re: [CnD] freezer labels

2019-05-14 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Blind Mice Mart sent out 60 May specials from ILA. Pasted below is the labels with elastics. I think the sale runs until the 24th. Diane ** Braillable Labels - 50 Per Pack $9.98 Item# 060180 Sale Price $9.98 -Original Message- From: Jeanne Fike via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday,

Re: [CnD] instant pot recipes

2019-05-23 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Pamela, I had no idea a rice cooker could do all that. What kind do you have? Thank You. Diane Fann -Original Message- From: Pamela Fairchild via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, May 23, 2019 6:58 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: pamelafairch...@comcast.net Subject: Re: [CnD]

[CnD] FW: 60 May Specials for You from MICEila-

2019-05-15 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Here it is. From: i...@blindmicemegamall.com Sent: Friday, May 10, 2019 9:50 PM To: diane.fa...@gmail.com Subject: 60 May Specials for You from MICEila- May Specials at MiceILA MiceILA has 60 May Specials to save you a little Cheese! Save on Balls, Cards, Labeling and Marking

Re: [CnD] Subscription

2019-04-30 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Teresa, When I saw your email, I realized I hadn't heard fromn this list in a while. Diane -Original Message- From: Teresa Mullen via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday, April 30, 2019 7:25 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Teresa Mullen Subject: [CnD] Subscription Hello Is any

Re: [CnD] Freezing meat

2019-04-19 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Blind Mice Mart has plastic labels that come with elastic bands. You can Braille and reuse them. -Original Message- From: Teresa Mullen via Cookinginthedark Sent: Friday, April 19, 2019 9:55 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Teresa Mullen Subject: [CnD] Freezing meat Hello

Re: [CnD] freezing meat and labeling it

2019-04-20 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I know somebody who uses Scrip Talk and is very happy with it. If you get mail order prescriptions, you can request Braille labeling. I have used both Caremark and Express Script, and Braille labels are on the bottles or boxes. -Original Message- From: Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark

Re: [CnD] george foreman question

2019-08-13 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I have a small George Foreman grill. If I toast pound cake or grill a sandwich, I don't spray. For grilling meat, I spray. -Original Message- From: Gary Metzler via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday, August 13, 2019 11:07 AM To: Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Gary Metzler Subject:

Re: [CnD] Cooking in the Dark Radio show

2019-08-12 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Also, anybody who has a Victor Reader Stream can get it as a podcast. -Original Message- From: Lou Kolb via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, August 12, 2019 10:26 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Lou Kolb Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking in the Dark Radio show actually, let me

Re: [CnD] Usable Bread machines

2019-08-13 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Nicole, I am one of those people who reads cookbooks. This is the first time I have heard of making jam in a bread machine. I like hearing when equipment can multitask. -Original Message- From: Nicole Massey via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday, August 13, 2019 6:53 PM To:

Re: [CnD] Usable Bread machines

2019-08-13 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
butter. We've joked more than once that between our two machines we've got the perfect combination for homemade toast, end to end. Sent from my HAL 9000 in transit to Jupiter -Original Message- From: diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark@acbradio.org] Sent: Tuesday

Re: [CnD] Cutting mango [OU]

2019-08-20 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
You go, Cristobal!!! This post just unstressed my day. I'm still laughing. I don't even think I would know a mango if I saw one. It was really interesting reading everybody's approaches. You keep that card close at hand. -Original Message- From: Cristobal Muñoz via Cookinginthedark

[CnD] Cookbooks,

2019-09-02 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I don't have an air fryer, but, I think many of you do. Pasted below is a book BARD recently posted. Diane Air fry genius DB95526 Laurence, Meredith. Reading time: 8 hours, 6 minutes. Read by Deborah Desmone.

Re: [CnD] LONDON BROIL STEAK, T

2019-07-24 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Marilyn, thanks for the two different cooking method recipes. Diane -Original Message- From: Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, July 22, 2019 5:35 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Marilyn Pennington Subject: [CnD] LONDON BROIL STEAK, T I have made this

Re: [CnD] Jumbo sugar cookies

2019-07-24 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Jimmies are sprinkles. When I moved to MA from NC, people thought I was from outer space because I didn't know what jimmies were. They put them on ice cream. Diane -Original Message- From: Deborah Barnes via Cookinginthedark Sent: Wednesday, July 24, 2019 1:42 PM To:

Re: [CnD] Jumbo sugar cookies

2019-07-25 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
They say sprinkles in the southern U.S. -Original Message- From: Helen Whitehead via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, July 25, 2019 8:03 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Helen Whitehead Subject: Re: [CnD] Jumbo sugar cookies Jimmies must be an American term. I only know of

[CnD] London Broil,

2019-07-22 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I'm looking for recipes for London broil. Thanks. Diane --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark

Re: [CnD] bananna bread request

2019-10-02 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Fairly recently, somebody posted a banana bread recipe using Bisquick. Don't remember who, and haven't copied it out of my email yet. Bisquick is usually easier than mixing flour. Maybe they will sede this and repost. -Original Message- From: Drew Hunthausen via Cookinginthedark Sent:

Re: [CnD] Oven Denver Omelet

2019-09-25 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
This sounds sort of like down to earth quiche, with a lot of variables possible. (smile) I will probably try some version of it. Diane -Original Message- From: Helen Whitehead via Cookinginthedark Sent: Wednesday, September 25, 2019 7:17 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Helen

Re: [CnD] Gifts for the Foodie with Vision Loss

2019-11-19 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Thank you for passing this along. Definitely checking it out. Would like to hear from anybody who actually has it. Diane -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Jeanne Fike via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 5:17 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org

Re: [CnD] Cookie Press?

2019-11-26 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Somebody gave me a cookie press years ago. I never got it to work. Itoo would be happy to hear from anybody who uses one. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of L Urie via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2019 5:23 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: L

Re: [CnD] today domino's lost and accessibility won

2019-10-07 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
A while back, I tried to order from Domino's. The website gave a phone number to call if you needed assistance. All that got is a referral back to the original number. I don't know if any of you have noticed, but, new restaurants rarely have accessible websites. Theyare all just pictures which

Re: [CnD] CP Homemade Gingerbread Latte

2019-12-19 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Jennifer and Deb, I reread the recipe. I don't see any reason you couldn't cook this on the stovetop. I will do that. Just don't let it boil. If it boils for a few seconds, should be ok. I will make it with strongly brewed tea instead of coffee. I like Indian tea which is made with either

[CnD] Chex Moroccan Crunch,

2020-02-25 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I have had this recipe a long time. It came from Betty Crocker. I went to the site to be able to post a more accurate copy than what I had in Braille. Was amazed to find it still there. Site says it was posted in 2006. I made the recipe with the curry version listed below the recipe. Chex

Re: [CnD] Slow cooking

2020-02-25 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
y > I don?t have to keep monitoring the temperature all the time for > things and just let it cook over the course of a day and then when I > get home from work or something I?ll have a whole meal > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Feb 21, 2020, at 9:34 PM, diane.fann7--- via Coo

[CnD] Convection ovens,

2020-02-28 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Hi, All, I am wondering what kinds of convection ovens people have? Also, are they part of some multi function appliance, or stand alone, and what brands? Thanks. Diane ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org

[CnD] Convection ovens,

2020-02-29 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Thanks all for responses. I am going to look around and see what I find. I thought I wanted an Emeril Legasse oven, but, don't know that I need all that. Diane ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org

Re: [CnD] testing

2020-02-29 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Just saw the bean salad one to Marie. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Dena Polston via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, February 29, 2020 1:02 AM To: Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Dena Polston Subject: [CnD] testing None of my messages seem to be going to

Re: [CnD] Lost recipe

2020-02-29 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Marie, Recently, somebody told me she had heard beans are good to lower blood sugar. I asked my diabetic nurse practitioner. She said they are high in fiber and won't spike your blood sugar as much as rice, potatoes and pasta. Diane -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf

Re: [CnD] Lost recipe

2020-03-01 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I had never looked in my spam folder until recently. I was missing email from this list and from a friend I get mail from frequently. There it all was in spam. I now check it often. Pamela is right about recipes. I don't like a lot of foods. If a recipe looks like a good idea, I just swap

Re: [CnD] Convection ovens,

2020-03-01 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
ovens, That one is NOT Blind Friendly! I wanted that oven too but had to return it when I discovered how inaccessible it truly was. I was disappointed. Pamela Fairchild -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, February 29

Re: [CnD] Here is a different recipe for horseradish sauce.

2020-03-02 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Looks good. It makes a smaller amount and gives how long it can last. Will definitely make. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Jennifer Thompson via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, March 2, 2020 4:57 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Jennifer Thompson Subject:

Re: [CnD] za tar herb

2020-01-29 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I have zaatar. Haven't used it in any recipes, but, often sprinkle it into eggs or soups. I have also seen sumac described as having a bitter cherry flavor. Thanks for reminding me. Next time I order from somewhere that has it, I'll get some to try. Diane -Original Message- From:

Re: [CnD] Baked Steak

2020-02-17 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I would not want to be without a George Foreman grill. . Ron, you are right about the cleaning being a pain. I recently had to replace mine. I got one with detachable plates. You can hand wash them or put them in a dishwasher, and cleaning is much easier. Diane -Original Message-

Re: [CnD] Baked Steak

2020-02-17 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
After you take the food out of the George Foreman, wet paper towels and place them in the grill and close the lid. After it cools enough to handle, clean up is much easier. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Ron Kolesar via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, February

Re: [CnD] Waffle iron

2020-02-17 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
That is a really cool trick with the candy. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Nicole Massey via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, February 17, 2020 8:04 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Nicole Massey Subject: Re: [CnD] Waffle iron Both of mine are the

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

2020-02-18 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I use the Victor Stream. I also use the NLS library player with the blank cartridges you can buy. I have one just for cookbooks which you can also bookmark. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Pamela Fairchild via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday, February 18, 2020

Re: [CnD] Two more easy cookbooks, written for the blind

2020-02-18 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I wouldn't even try to guess how many I have already read, and there are plenty waiting. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Nicole Massey via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday, February 18, 2020 12:50 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Nicole Massey Subject:

Re: [CnD] Measuring tips

2020-02-20 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Setting up your kitchen with specific locations for things is very valueable advice. Stores like Walmart, Bed Bath and Beyond, and actual kitchen stores, depending on what you have in your area, offer small wire shelves and various trays for organizing stuff, which can be helpful. Just think

Re: [CnD] Slow cooking

2020-02-21 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I am truly thankful we have crockpots with removeable croks. Would one of you please explain about the liners. Thanks. Diane -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Dena Polston via Cookinginthedark Sent: Friday, February 21, 2020 8:52 PM To:

Re: [CnD] Slow cooking

2020-02-21 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Absolutely agree with that. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Nicole Massey via Cookinginthedark Sent: Friday, February 21, 2020 9:03 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Nicole Massey Subject: Re: [CnD] Slow cooking I'd much rather repair something than

Re: [CnD] fixing up canned fruit

2020-02-21 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I usually have canned fruit and forget to eat it. I always have unsweetened coconut. I have allspice, but, don't use it much either. This will get tried out. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Jude DaShiell via Cookinginthedark Sent: Friday, February 21, 2020 5:36 PM

Re: [CnD] Slow cooking

2020-02-22 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Of diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark Sent: Friday, February 21, 2020 9:26 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: diane.fa...@gmail.com Subject: Re: [CnD] Slow cooking I am truly thankful we have crockpots with removeable croks. Would one of you please explain about the liners. Thanks. Diane

Re: [CnD] Kitchen Lab: Crock Pot Chex Mix (Trash)

2020-02-22 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
This is great! I have a recipe called, "chex Moroccan Crunch." I haven't made it for years and have been thinking recently I would make it. Years ago, I bought a large covered roaster pan just to make this kind of thing easier to stir. I may consider trying it in the crock pot. -Original

Re: [CnD] Measuring tips

2020-02-19 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I have stuff in canisters with scoops in them. I fill the measuring cup over the canister or set it on a plate to fill itWhen you fill a measuring cup with, say flour or sugar, you pile it up some on the top and lay a table knife flat on top to scrape off the excess. This can be done by either

Re: [CnD] Donnie's Power Air Fryer Oven

2020-01-17 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I believe it has a convection oven feature. Do you use that, and what do you think? -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Donnie Parrett via Cookinginthedark Sent: Friday, January 17, 2020 4:49 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Donnie Parrett Subject: [CnD]

Re: [CnD] A thank you letter.

2020-01-22 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Ron, you can use farfalle or bow tie pasta which is much easier to handle than long lasagna noodles. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Ron Kolesar via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, January 20, 2020 8:58 PM To: Cooking In The Dark Cc: Ron Kolesar Subject: [CnD] A

Re: [CnD] Food & wood stoves

2020-01-22 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I have four sizes of cast iron pans and a griddle. I wish I had the wood stove. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Wendy via Cookinginthedark Sent: Wednesday, January 22, 2020 11:49 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Wendy Subject: [CnD] Food & wood stoves

[CnD] Pots,

2020-01-16 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
BARD posted a book for cooking Indian recipes in an instant pot. I don't have one. I do have crockpots. Do any of you have both? Can I cook instant pot recipes in a crock pot? Thanks. Diane ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list

Re: [CnD] Garlic Question

2020-01-20 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Same here. I always use jarred garlic and never drain it. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Helen Whitehead via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, January 20, 2020 10:26 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Helen Whitehead Subject: Re: [CnD] Garlic Question I

Re: [CnD] Garlic Question

2020-01-20 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
are you saying that for this recipe I would just dip into the jar and measure out a tablespoon, and add it in liquid and all? Lisa On 1/20/2020 9:52 AM, diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: > Same here. I always use jarred garlic and never drain it. > > -Original Message---

Re: [CnD] Does anyone have a vegetable lasagna recipe?

2020-01-20 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, January 20, 2020 9:53 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: diane.fa...@gmail.com Subject: Re: [CnD] Does anyone have a vegetable lasagna recipe? Rich, Do you cook the lasagna noodles before layering? Diane

Re: [CnD] Does anyone have a vegetable lasagna recipe?

2020-01-20 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Rich, Do you cook the lasagna noodles before layering? Diane -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Richard Kuzma via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, January 19, 2020 12:38 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Richard Kuzma Subject: Re: [CnD] Does anyone have a

Re: [CnD] Air frier recipes

2020-01-12 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
BARD has a cookbook: "Air Fry Genius" DB95526. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of L Urie via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, January 12, 2020 11:04 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: L Urie Subject: [CnD] Air frier recipes Hi everyone, I recently purchased

Re: [CnD] BISQUICK SAUSAGE BALLS

2019-12-31 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Same here. I'll be considering adjustments. The onion is interesting. More herbs and spices is always good. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Rebecca Manners via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday, December 31, 2019 7:41 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc:

Re: [CnD] BISQUICK SAUSAGE BALLS

2020-01-01 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Jeanne Donovan Subject: Re: [CnD] BISQUICK SAUSAGE BALLS Are these very salty? It seems like all the ingredients are salty. They sound good. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday

Re: [CnD] a sausage question

2019-12-29 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
It is just ground pork, not in a casing like a link sausage, like hamburger is ground beef. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Andrew Niven via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, December 29, 2019 2:42 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Andrew Niven Subject: [CnD]

Re: [CnD] BISQUICK SAUSAGE BALLS

2019-12-30 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
This was originally a Betty Crocker recipe. Sausage Cheese Balls, Makes about seven and one half dozen. 3 cups bisquick. 1 pound bulk pork sausage. 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese: (16 ounces) 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese. 1/2 cup milk. 1/2 tsp dried rosemary leaves. 1/2 tsp

Re: [CnD] Grocery delivery services

2019-12-28 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Thank you all. Thank you Gary for the help line number. I know two totally blind women who use Instacart. I'll be checking this out. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Gary Metzler via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, December 28, 2019 6:47 PM To:

Re: [CnD] Need some advice on spreading spreads.

2020-03-10 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Ron, In most flatware sets, there is a thing called a spreader. It looks basically like the table knife, but, is slightly angled where the blade meets the handle. You can also buy them separately. It allows the blade to lie flat, while the hand is slightly angled, giving a bit more control. Hope

[CnD] Horseradish cream,

2020-03-08 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I usually copy recipes in Braille and note where they came from. I kept seeing “ba” and couldn’t remember what that meant. I realized it is “Bon Appetit Magazine.” Horseradish Cream: Makes about 2 and ¼ cups. 1 and ½ cups sour cream. ½ cup prepared horseradish, about 1 5 oz. jar,

[CnD] Pita crisps,

2020-03-08 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I have a recipe for pita crisps made with oil and herbs. I've bought the pitas several times, but, never got around to the recipe. Now, that I have gotten around to it, I can't find the recipe anywhere. (sigh) Starting to think I saw it in a book and never actually wrote it down. Anybody have one?

Re: [CnD] Popcorn on the stove

2020-04-16 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
You can pop kernels in the microwave in a brown paper lunch bag. Been a long time since I have done that, but, you need a bag that is all paper and microwave safe. I would just pop it until the popping starts to slow down. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Larry

Re: [CnD] Unique Cooking Experience Today

2020-04-16 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Awesome story! You're right. That could only have happened to a blind person. Thanks for passing it along. Diane -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Pamela Fairchild via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2020 2:50 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc:

Re: [CnD] Popcorn on the stove

2020-04-16 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
That is all good advice from Pamela. I am perfectly capable of popping corn on the stove, but, it would be my last choice. Diane -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Pamela Fairchild via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2020 3:20 PM To:

Re: [CnD] Buttermilk

2020-04-13 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
In all this milk discussion, I remembered using powdered buttermilk in the past. I agree with Penny. It works well and keeps for an extended time. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Penny Reeder via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, April 13, 2020 12:40 PM To:

Re: [CnD] Almond Flour

2020-04-11 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I've had brownies made with almond flour. They were very moist. However, the texture was very light. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of lorischarff--- via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, April 11, 2020 7:35 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc:

Re: [CnD] Grandma's Homemade Banana Bread by Sugar

2020-04-11 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
What is sour milk? Not buttermilk, right? -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, April 11, 2020 9:34 PM To: CND List Cc: Sugar Lopez Subject: [CnD] Grandma's Homemade Banana Bread by Sugar Hi, I have this in the oven

Re: [CnD] Grandma's Homemade Banana Bread by Sugar

2020-04-11 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
plant-journey -Sugar  -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, April 11, 2020 6:38 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: diane.fa...@gmail.com Subject: Re: [CnD] Grandma's Homemade Banana Bread by Sugar What is sour milk? N

Re: [CnD] SWEDISH COFFEE BREAD

2020-04-12 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
This sounds like wonderful bread. Now, if I could just find where to buy it already made. (smile) -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, April 12, 2020 10:08 PM To: CND List Cc: Sugar Lopez Subject: [CnD] SWEDISH COFFEE

Re: [CnD] pinto bean recipes wanted please

2020-04-19 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Sugar, I have never cooked dried beans in the crock pot. Would black beans work as well? Diane -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, April 19, 2020 12:28 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Sugar Lopez Subject: Re:

Re: [CnD] How To Cook An Egg In A Microwave

2020-03-26 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Hold the egg firmly In one hand. Give a quick, sharp tap on the edge of whatever bowl you are going to put it in. Then, you can take it in both hands and pull the shell apart. I usually get two shell halves and no shell bits In my egg. This too is like spreading stuff. The more you do it, the

Re: [CnD] How To Cook An Egg In A Microwave

2020-03-27 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
ike the egg on its long side with a knife. A swift, short stroke. > It will make enough of a crack for me to be able to pull the halves of > the shell apart, over a bowl, and the egg will run into the bowl. > > -Original Message- > From: Cookinginthedark On > Behalf Of

Re: [CnD] difference between Foreman type grill and an indoor electric grill

2020-04-29 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I would not like to be without a Foreman grill. As a blind person, I like that you don't have to turn stuff over. However, I, too, would like to hear about the indoor electric grill. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of John Kolwick via Cookinginthedark Sent:

Re: [CnD] Chorizo

2020-05-01 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Chorizo is a really good spicy sausage. Ground chili apple vinegar sounds like something I need to get. Is it easy to find? Diane -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Simon Wong via Cookinginthedark Sent: Friday, May 1, 2020 10:50 AM To:

Re: [CnD] Question about panini

2020-05-02 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I have a Quisineart panini press, and it did come with a recipe booklet. Pretty much, you can use any bread you like and any filling. I try to keep the filling inside the edges of the bread, so it can sort of seal. BARD has two panini books. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On

Re: [CnD] microwave exciting discovery

2020-05-17 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Hi, Pamela, Does your new Panasonic have convection? If so, do you use that function? I hope I don't need a microwave any time soon, but, good to be forewarned. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Pamela Fairchild via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, May 16, 2020

Re: [CnD] microwave exciting discovery

2020-05-17 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
--- via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, May 17, 2020 1:52 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: diane.fa...@gmail.com Subject: Re: [CnD] microwave exciting discovery Hi, Pamela, Does your new Panasonic have convection? If so, do you use that function? I hope I don't need a microwave any time soon

Re: [CnD] Homemade Mexican-style Chorizo

2020-05-01 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
This is looking really good. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Johna Gravitt via Cookinginthedark Sent: Friday, May 1, 2020 12:19 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Johna Gravitt Subject: Re: [CnD] Homemade Mexican-style Chorizo OMG I am so looking forward

Re: [CnD] Cutting a cantaloupe

2020-09-05 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
a knife, so I went with that tool when I moved out on my own. HTH, Dani On 9/5/20, diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: > Don't think that would work. A small knife, serrated is good, works best. > Sharp knives are always best. You get smoother control and less slippage. > > -

Re: [CnD] Cutting a cantaloupe

2020-09-05 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Agreed. When you get to the eights, you can stand them up on the flat end and guide the knife down with the other hand. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Evelyn via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, September 5, 2020 4:47 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc:

Re: [CnD] Cutting a cantaloupe

2020-09-05 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Don't think that would work. A small knife, serrated is good, works best. Sharp knives are always best. You get smoother control and less slippage. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of princessregal--- via Cookinginthedark Sent: Saturday, September 5, 2020 9:54 AM To:

Re: [CnD] CINNAMON SNACK MIX

2020-09-03 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
A friend recommended date sugar. I put it in hot tea and found out it doze better dissolved in a little hot liquid first. I was happy with the sweetness level and taste. Ok, all that is to say it comes in a liquid form, which I plan to get when I can. -Original Message- From:

Re: [CnD] Hope this is not out of line

2020-09-03 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I consider a recipe to be a blueprint. I try to stick close to it the first time, but,, after that, all bets are off. The fun is making them our own. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, September 3, 2020 4:58 PM To:

Re: [CnD] Hope this is not out of line

2020-09-03 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I can't stand avocado, cucumbers or tofu. I alone am responsible for what I cook and eat. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Kathy Brandt via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, September 3, 2020 4:55 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Kathy Brandt Subject:

Re: [CnD] Pie crust

2020-09-03 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
People also like it in watermelon salad. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Linda S. via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, September 3, 2020 7:03 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Linda S. Subject: Re: [CnD] Pie crust Arugula is kind of like a lettuce and it

Re: [CnD] Pie crust

2020-09-03 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I've seen that word on this list before. I think it is the pastry. Don't remember who posted it. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, September 3, 2020 6:00 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Sugar Lopez

Re: [CnD] Hope this is not out of line

2020-09-03 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Pamela, what a really well done summary. Diane -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Pamela Fairchild via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, September 3, 2020 9:27 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: pamelafairch...@comcast.net Subject: Re: [CnD] Hope this is not

Re: [CnD] Shrimp Creole

2020-09-04 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
It is a dry herb, spice blend. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Amy E. Baron via Cookinginthedark Sent: Friday, September 4, 2020 1:35 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Amy E. Baron Subject: Re: [CnD] Shrimp Creole Hi, What is Creole seasoning?

Re: [CnD] cake recipe

2020-09-07 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
online. That was the reason for my question--face it, I'm lazy. Pamela Fairchild -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, September 7, 2020 10:40 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: diane.fa...@gmail.com Subject: Re

Re: [CnD] cake recipe

2020-09-07 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
Pamela, The Fluke recipes are throughout the books. It is easy to scroll forward with the library player or a Victor Stream and find them. Diane -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Pamela Fairchild via Cookinginthedark Sent: Monday, September 7, 2020 10:10 AM To:

Re: [CnD] Looking for bread machine recipes and/or advice?

2020-10-02 Thread diane.fann7--- via Cookinginthedark
I think BARD has a couple of books for bread machines. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Ann via Cookinginthedark Sent: Friday, October 2, 2020 10:36 AM To: Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Ann Subject: [CnD] Looking for bread machine recipes and/or advice? HI

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