[CnD] story about cooktop stove frustrations
Hi all, What Jeri and Vicky have described are really frustrating stories. But you just have to keep going and turning out those great dishes yay! My husband and I have a stove that is induction heating. This means that the stove has a smoothe cooktop, and you can't feel the burners at all, can't even tell if the pan is on the burner because the heat comes from the bottom up, heating just the pan and not the entire stove. Well, one day I tried to make a tortilla de patatas potatoes and egg omelete. I turned the stove on only to hear a beep indicating that it went off again. I thought I had the pan placed right on the burner and was getting quite frustrated. I decided to make lunch as a surprise for my husband and was alone in the house, so no one to ask. Then I remembered that this stove will turn off automatically if the pan is not placed on the burner. Very frustrating at first, but I have figured out workarounds for this issue. Lunch was great by the way. I can post the recipe for tortilla de patatas if anyone would like, with instructions on how to flip the tortilla. It took me a little while to get this step down cold, but I have a patient husband. Have a wonderful morning. Allison My birds are winged blessings, they help me soar! ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Caramels!
Look at any candy department, either in a supermarket, Target, Wal Mart, or pharmacy like Walgreens or C. V. S. I think you can find them throughout the year. Courage is Fear that has said its prayers. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Sherri Crum Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 8:12 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Chocolate Bliss ... Brownies I'm sorry I don't know what to tell you. I know that they still make caramels, I used to buy them and they were made by Kraft. And someone at church and I were just talking about them the other week because they were in a recipe which she made. I'm wondering if they are a seasonal thing and are only able to be purchased around Halloween. Another idea might be to look in a larger pharmacy which sells candy etc. Sorry for the inconvenience and hope this helps. Sherri On 1/10/13, Teresa Mullen teresamulle...@gmail.com wrote: Hi I got a question, where do you get the caramels? I tried to look for them in the store, those are my favorites. And couldn't find them? Teresa -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Sherri Crum Sent: Wednesday, January 09, 2013 9:05 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: [CnD] Chocolate Bliss ... Brownies Chocolate Bliss Caramel Brownies 4 squares unsweetened baking chocolate 3/4 c. butter or regular margarine 2 c. sugar 4 eggs 1 c. flour 1 c. chopped pecans or walnuts 1 pkg. (14 oz) caramels, unwrapped 2 tbsp milk 1 1/2 c. semi-sweet chocolate chunks Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease a 13 x 9 inch baking dish. Line with foil and grease foil. Place chocolate squares and butter or margarine in large microwavable bowl. Microwave on HIGH 2 minutes or until butter melted. Stir until chocolate is completely melted. Add sugar. Stir until well blended. Mix in eggs. Add flour. Mix well. Stir in pecans. Spread into prepared baking dish. Bake 30-35 minutes or until wooden toothpick inserted into center comes out with fudgy crumbs. Do Not Overbake. Place caramels and milk in microwavable bowl. Microwave on High 2 1/2 minutes. Stir after one minute. Stir until caramels are completely melted and mixture is smooth. Gently spread over brownies in pan. Sprinkle with chocolate chunks. Cool in pan on wire rack. Lift brownies out of pan and onto cutting board. Cut into squares. Yield: about 2 dozen brownies ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] spreading peanut butter?
I know this sounds crazy, but if you have the knife moistened with water, it will make it glide on bread more easily. I normally do not do peanut butter sandwiches, and my kids are all grown and not home, but it used to work on bread or crackers. If you want to be sure it is spread evenly, wet one of your other fingers to give it a good touch, and it also will glide really smoothly! The reason I said I do not do peanut butter is merely that I cannot stand the stuff! I will make peanut butter cookies for folks. Courage is Fear that has said its prayers. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Troy Sullivan Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 3:08 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: [CnD] spreading peanut butter? Does anyone know a good way for a blind person to spread peanut butter? ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] story about cooktop stove frustrations
Hi Allison, The smooth cooktop which you've described sounds quite dangerous for a blind person to use. But if it turns off automatically when the pan isn't placed right, that's quite relaxing. Please do post your tortilla recipe! It sounds mouth-watering!!! By the way, my mother has taught me a cool and very simple trick for a tortilla dinner. She makes an omlet, then fries a tortilla on a pan for a minute or two from both sides (when it's still flat). Then she spreads some spreadable cheese (cream cheese can work very well), then she places the omlet on the tortilla, rolls it and cuts the tortilla in the middle. Two minutes later, there's nothing left in my plate. :) Once I learn how to flip an omlet without having my omlet breaking apart, I'll obviously start doing that myself. smile. Have a great weekend! Shira. - Original Message - From: Allison Manzino gwennac...@gmail.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 12:18 PM Subject: [CnD] story about cooktop stove frustrations Hi all, What Jeri and Vicky have described are really frustrating stories. But you just have to keep going and turning out those great dishes yay! My husband and I have a stove that is induction heating. This means that the stove has a smoothe cooktop, and you can't feel the burners at all, can't even tell if the pan is on the burner because the heat comes from the bottom up, heating just the pan and not the entire stove. Well, one day I tried to make a tortilla de patatas potatoes and egg omelete. I turned the stove on only to hear a beep indicating that it went off again. I thought I had the pan placed right on the burner and was getting quite frustrated. I decided to make lunch as a surprise for my husband and was alone in the house, so no one to ask. Then I remembered that this stove will turn off automatically if the pan is not placed on the burner. Very frustrating at first, but I have figured out workarounds for this issue. Lunch was great by the way. I can post the recipe for tortilla de patatas if anyone would like, with instructions on how to flip the tortilla. It took me a little while to get this step down cold, but I have a patient husband. Have a wonderful morning. Allison My birds are winged blessings, they help me soar! ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
I have that too. It seems like it takes me about 3 times as long to do anything in the kitchen. Especially peeling potatoes. Sometimes I just give up and cook them with the skin on. I keep saying it will get faster, hopefully that is the case. Holly On Jan 11, 2013, at 10:48 PM, Charles Rivard wee1s...@fidnet.com wrote: What does aggravate me is how much time it takes me to do some tasks in the kitchen. I feel that it should not take so long. However, if it tastes good in the end, that's what counts to me. Concerning your description of your day in the kitchen, though, it sounds like you should have stayed outa there. Heh heh heh. --- Shepherds are the best beasts, but Labs are a close second. - Original Message - From: Jeri Milton jjmil...@cox.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 4:57 PM Subject: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Ok, so I'm having kitchen frustrations. I love to cook, but sometimes doing it without vision can be aggravating. Do any of you get aggravated in the kitchen? I put a beef stew on to cook all day in the slow cooker. It's a cold day here in Phoenix and a great day to smell beef stew all day long. Anyway, I was chopping vegetables and meat and washing my hands repeatedly. Ran out of paper towels so grabbed a dish towel from the drawer. Went to lay down my knife and knocked the dish towel into the dirty sink water. It was my only towel! Went to set a pan of brownies on the table because they were in my way on my small counter top and knocked over my daughters glass of apple juice. Had sticky apple juice all over the place mats on the table and under paper work, that of course shouldn't have been on the kitchen table anyway. Anyway, I'm frustrated! I'm not the type to woh is me, but.ug! Jeri ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] spreading butter
Hi all. Earlier someone asked about spreading peanut butter. I was relieved to see that so many people used their fingers for that. That's the method I use, and the one that works the best for me, but I thought I was doing it wrong. I had a question about spreading butter both for grilled cheese and toast. I've tried to use the same method I use for peanut butter, and it doesn't seem to work as well. Butter doesn't seem to want to spread as well as peanut butter using my fingers. Anyone figured out a way to do this? Thanks for any help. Holly ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] spreading butter
The easiest way is with the microwave and a basting brush. This also has the advantage of getting even coverage on grilled cheese sandwiches. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Holly Anderson Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 8:30 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: [CnD] spreading butter Hi all. Earlier someone asked about spreading peanut butter. I was relieved to see that so many people used their fingers for that. That's the method I use, and the one that works the best for me, but I thought I was doing it wrong. I had a question about spreading butter both for grilled cheese and toast. I've tried to use the same method I use for peanut butter, and it doesn't seem to work as well. Butter doesn't seem to want to spread as well as peanut butter using my fingers. Anyone figured out a way to do this? Thanks for any help. Holly ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
Hi, I remember once when I was making mashed potatoes It was one of those times when the money was short. I was ready to put the milk in the potatoes and not paying attenttion, I grabbed the chocolate milk instead of the regular milk. Bill Deatherage. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] spreading butter
I usually use whipped butter, which is much easier to spread. But if the butter is still hard from being refrigerated, I do something similar to what Sandy mentioned for peanut butter. I heat the knife by rinsing under warm water. Then I dry it off and spread. Works just fine! -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Holly Anderson Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 8:30 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: [CnD] spreading butter Hi all. Earlier someone asked about spreading peanut butter. I was relieved to see that so many people used their fingers for that. That's the method I use, and the one that works the best for me, but I thought I was doing it wrong. I had a question about spreading butter both for grilled cheese and toast. I've tried to use the same method I use for peanut butter, and it doesn't seem to work as well. Butter doesn't seem to want to spread as well as peanut butter using my fingers. Anyone figured out a way to do this? Thanks for any help. Holly ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
Throw a little garlic and butter with it and you could invent a new flavor (grin). -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of william deatherage Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 9:43 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi, I remember once when I was making mashed potatoes It was one of those times when the money was short. I was ready to put the milk in the potatoes and not paying attenttion, I grabbed the chocolate milk instead of the regular milk. Bill Deatherage. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
I was thinking that, too. After all, people are always looking for new ways to make mashed potatoes. Why not chocolate! By the way, how were they? -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Walter Cone Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 9:34 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Throw a little garlic and butter with it and you could invent a new flavor (grin). -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of william deatherage Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 9:43 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi, I remember once when I was making mashed potatoes It was one of those times when the money was short. I was ready to put the milk in the potatoes and not paying attenttion, I grabbed the chocolate milk instead of the regular milk. Bill Deatherage. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
Or how about the butter dish? I can't tell you how many times my finger has gone directly into the soft butter on the counter or table. I have three kids here and there's always a cup or bowl of something in an odd place. We try to teach them to clean up after themselves, but hey they're little so sometimes they do it, sometimes they don't. Smile. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Kimberly Qualls Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:45 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Oh man, days like that all of the time!...My son is ADHD, so he tends to set things down, just about anywhere, so needless to say, on my bad days, I usually knock over a cup of chocolate milk and put my hand in last night's cereal before I realize that I should go somewhere and sit down...lol...And my husband will be the first to tell me...I'm just extremely damned glad when things do work out in the kitchen, because a couple of years ago, I would have given up on it when it didn't go well, and after meeting all of you, I can say that if you keep trying, I can too...So, after those days mellow out, I'll catch y'all back in the kitchen...(grin) On 1/12/13, Debbra Piening debbra.pien...@att.net wrote: Oo, that's a scary one. I'm blocking on mine at the moment, but I know I've had those, too. Like you, I've learned I do better when I take my time and remember to check things. When I rush around and try to do too many things at once, I make mistakes. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jeri Milton Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:47 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi Vicki. Oh man, now that's a rough day if I do say so myself! I too had a bit of a learning experience when my son was just three months old. I had made a large pot of Navy beans and ham in the crock pot. Well, when cleaning up the mess after dinner, I wiped the counter around the crock pot and got a little shocked when my hand with the damp rag touched the side of the cooker. I didn't think much of it really. Well, a few minutes later when I went to take the inside part out of the cooker, I got a jolt of electricity that dropped me to my knees. I thought I was going to die and leave my family right there in my kitchen floor! My husband saw me drop and he came running. Turns out the cord to the crock pot was tucked down inside under the pot in between the heating element and the pot. It had been like that all day, just cooking away. So, from now on every time I use my slow cooker I triple check my cord to make sure it is fully stretched out of the inside. Woosh, I'll never forget that one. Maybe we should come up with a list for blind cooks and the horror stories. Or funny stories, depending on the story of course. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Vicki Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 8:39 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Geri and everybody, I think we all have them, frustrations that is. But you had three in a row so it will hopefully be smooth sailing for a while. (smile) Not to get us off on horror stories here, Once years ago, I had this glass casserole dish that I liked. Can't remember the brand. I made a casserole and put it in the oven to bake. When it was done I took it out with pot holders. The dish however and at some previous point unbeknowns to me, developed a hair line cracke. I couldn't feel it. But when I took the casserole out of the oven the bottom fell out of the dish. In cleaning it up, I managed to burn myself on the oven, not severely. But then in my haste, I slipped and fell in the spilled casserole. So there you go. With sight that episode would have been handled more easily. That's my long ago story of the day, and I'm sticking to it. To this day I always inspect my cookware, especially glass baking dishes. I was no worse for the ware, and a bit wiser for the experience. Vicki - Original Message - From: Jeri Milton jjmil...@cox.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 3:57 PM Subject: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Ok, so I'm having kitchen frustrations. I love to cook, but sometimes doing it without vision can be aggravating. Do any of you get aggravated in the kitchen? I put a beef stew on to cook all day in the slow cooker. It's a cold day here in Phoenix and a great day to smell beef stew all day long. Anyway, I was chopping vegetables and meat and washing my hands repeatedly. Ran out of paper towels so grabbed a dish towel from the drawer. Went to lay down my knife
Re: [CnD] Question About Powdered Sugar
Good morning to all I have a question about powdered sugar. In the receipe: Buttermilk Banana Bars, it calls for cream cheese frosting. In that receipe it says to use a pound package of powdered sugar. This is great but I have a bag that is bigger than 1 pound. Does anyone know approximately how many cups there is in a pound? Or I was wondering if I would have to use a pound? Thanks for any help I can get in this matter. Smile Linda - Original Message - From: Jeri Milton jjmil...@cox.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 9:49 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Or how about the butter dish? I can't tell you how many times my finger has gone directly into the soft butter on the counter or table. I have three kids here and there's always a cup or bowl of something in an odd place. We try to teach them to clean up after themselves, but hey they're little so sometimes they do it, sometimes they don't. Smile. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Kimberly Qualls Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:45 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Oh man, days like that all of the time!...My son is ADHD, so he tends to set things down, just about anywhere, so needless to say, on my bad days, I usually knock over a cup of chocolate milk and put my hand in last night's cereal before I realize that I should go somewhere and sit down...lol...And my husband will be the first to tell me...I'm just extremely damned glad when things do work out in the kitchen, because a couple of years ago, I would have given up on it when it didn't go well, and after meeting all of you, I can say that if you keep trying, I can too...So, after those days mellow out, I'll catch y'all back in the kitchen...(grin) On 1/12/13, Debbra Piening debbra.pien...@att.net wrote: Oo, that's a scary one. I'm blocking on mine at the moment, but I know I've had those, too. Like you, I've learned I do better when I take my time and remember to check things. When I rush around and try to do too many things at once, I make mistakes. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jeri Milton Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:47 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi Vicki. Oh man, now that's a rough day if I do say so myself! I too had a bit of a learning experience when my son was just three months old. I had made a large pot of Navy beans and ham in the crock pot. Well, when cleaning up the mess after dinner, I wiped the counter around the crock pot and got a little shocked when my hand with the damp rag touched the side of the cooker. I didn't think much of it really. Well, a few minutes later when I went to take the inside part out of the cooker, I got a jolt of electricity that dropped me to my knees. I thought I was going to die and leave my family right there in my kitchen floor! My husband saw me drop and he came running. Turns out the cord to the crock pot was tucked down inside under the pot in between the heating element and the pot. It had been like that all day, just cooking away. So, from now on every time I use my slow cooker I triple check my cord to make sure it is fully stretched out of the inside. Woosh, I'll never forget that one. Maybe we should come up with a list for blind cooks and the horror stories. Or funny stories, depending on the story of course. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Vicki Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 8:39 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Geri and everybody, I think we all have them, frustrations that is. But you had three in a row so it will hopefully be smooth sailing for a while. (smile) Not to get us off on horror stories here, Once years ago, I had this glass casserole dish that I liked. Can't remember the brand. I made a casserole and put it in the oven to bake. When it was done I took it out with pot holders. The dish however and at some previous point unbeknowns to me, developed a hair line cracke. I couldn't feel it. But when I took the casserole out of the oven the bottom fell out of the dish. In cleaning it up, I managed to burn myself on the oven, not severely. But then in my haste, I slipped and fell in the spilled casserole. So there you go. With sight that episode would have been handled more easily. That's my long ago story of the day, and I'm sticking to it. To this day I always inspect my cookware, especially glass baking dishes. I was no worse for the ware, and a bit wiser for the experience. Vicki - Original Message - From: Jeri Milton jjmil...@cox.net To:
Re: [CnD] story about cooktop stove frustrations
We were considering one of those stove tops. Do you like it? I have a flat top stove, but not that kind. When we first moved in here I would almost be in tears when I would try to locate the burner without burning the heck out of myself. Hubby bought me a couple of those things that stick to the stove top and have a slot for sticking the handle of your pan in. Oh, I can't remember what they're called, but do you know what I'm talking about? He stuck them to the right place on the stove where my handle would need to be in relationship to the burner. His thinking was that it would help me center the pan. Anyway, those just got in my way. With time and patients I finally have this flat top stove figured out. Sometimes my pan may be a little off center from the burner, but I figure it out eventually by listening to how well what I'm cooking is sizzling. Oh and yes, I have burned the heck out of myself a time or two. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Allison Manzino Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 3:18 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: [CnD] story about cooktop stove frustrations Hi all, What Jeri and Vicky have described are really frustrating stories. But you just have to keep going and turning out those great dishes yay! My husband and I have a stove that is induction heating. This means that the stove has a smoothe cooktop, and you can't feel the burners at all, can't even tell if the pan is on the burner because the heat comes from the bottom up, heating just the pan and not the entire stove. Well, one day I tried to make a tortilla de patatas potatoes and egg omelete. I turned the stove on only to hear a beep indicating that it went off again. I thought I had the pan placed right on the burner and was getting quite frustrated. I decided to make lunch as a surprise for my husband and was alone in the house, so no one to ask. Then I remembered that this stove will turn off automatically if the pan is not placed on the burner. Very frustrating at first, but I have figured out workarounds for this issue. Lunch was great by the way. I can post the recipe for tortilla de patatas if anyone would like, with instructions on how to flip the tortilla. It took me a little while to get this step down cold, but I have a patient husband. Have a wonderful morning. Allison My birds are winged blessings, they help me soar! ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
Oooo, yummy, chocolate mashed potatoes! Smile. Oh my that sounds like something I would do. The other day I poured orange juice into my morning coffee instead of milk. Not so tasty first thing in the morning. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of william deatherage Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 7:43 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi, I remember once when I was making mashed potatoes It was one of those times when the money was short. I was ready to put the milk in the potatoes and not paying attenttion, I grabbed the chocolate milk instead of the regular milk. Bill Deatherage. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
What is a butter bell? Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Nicole Massey Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 8:53 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations A butter bell might help keep that from happening, and also deals with spreadability issues as well. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jeri Milton Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 9:49 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Or how about the butter dish? I can't tell you how many times my finger has gone directly into the soft butter on the counter or table. I have three kids here and there's always a cup or bowl of something in an odd place. We try to teach them to clean up after themselves, but hey they're little so sometimes they do it, sometimes they don't. Smile. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Kimberly Qualls Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:45 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Oh man, days like that all of the time!...My son is ADHD, so he tends to set things down, just about anywhere, so needless to say, on my bad days, I usually knock over a cup of chocolate milk and put my hand in last night's cereal before I realize that I should go somewhere and sit down...lol...And my husband will be the first to tell me...I'm just extremely damned glad when things do work out in the kitchen, because a couple of years ago, I would have given up on it when it didn't go well, and after meeting all of you, I can say that if you keep trying, I can too...So, after those days mellow out, I'll catch y'all back in the kitchen...(grin) On 1/12/13, Debbra Piening debbra.pien...@att.net wrote: Oo, that's a scary one. I'm blocking on mine at the moment, but I know I've had those, too. Like you, I've learned I do better when I take my time and remember to check things. When I rush around and try to do too many things at once, I make mistakes. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jeri Milton Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:47 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi Vicki. Oh man, now that's a rough day if I do say so myself! I too had a bit of a learning experience when my son was just three months old. I had made a large pot of Navy beans and ham in the crock pot. Well, when cleaning up the mess after dinner, I wiped the counter around the crock pot and got a little shocked when my hand with the damp rag touched the side of the cooker. I didn't think much of it really. Well, a few minutes later when I went to take the inside part out of the cooker, I got a jolt of electricity that dropped me to my knees. I thought I was going to die and leave my family right there in my kitchen floor! My husband saw me drop and he came running. Turns out the cord to the crock pot was tucked down inside under the pot in between the heating element and the pot. It had been like that all day, just cooking away. So, from now on every time I use my slow cooker I triple check my cord to make sure it is fully stretched out of the inside. Woosh, I'll never forget that one. Maybe we should come up with a list for blind cooks and the horror stories. Or funny stories, depending on the story of course. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Vicki Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 8:39 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Geri and everybody, I think we all have them, frustrations that is. But you had three in a row so it will hopefully be smooth sailing for a while. (smile) Not to get us off on horror stories here, Once years ago, I had this glass casserole dish that I liked. Can't remember the brand. I made a casserole and put it in the oven to bake. When it was done I took it out with pot holders. The dish however and at some previous point unbeknowns to me, developed a hair line cracke. I couldn't feel it. But when I took the casserole out of the oven the bottom fell out of the dish. In cleaning it up, I managed to burn myself on the oven, not severely. But then in my haste, I slipped and fell in the spilled casserole. So there you go. With sight that episode would have been handled more easily. That's my long ago story of the day, and I'm sticking to it. To this day I always inspect my cookware, especially glass baking dishes. I was no worse for the ware, and a bit wiser for the experience. Vicki -
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
It's a ceramic two piece container with a lid that has a bell shaped area on the bottom. You place butter there and then put water in the base, and it keeps your butter at room temperature so it spreads easily while not getting rancid. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jeri Milton Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 10:16 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations What is a butter bell? Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Nicole Massey Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 8:53 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations A butter bell might help keep that from happening, and also deals with spreadability issues as well. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jeri Milton Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 9:49 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Or how about the butter dish? I can't tell you how many times my finger has gone directly into the soft butter on the counter or table. I have three kids here and there's always a cup or bowl of something in an odd place. We try to teach them to clean up after themselves, but hey they're little so sometimes they do it, sometimes they don't. Smile. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Kimberly Qualls Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:45 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Oh man, days like that all of the time!...My son is ADHD, so he tends to set things down, just about anywhere, so needless to say, on my bad days, I usually knock over a cup of chocolate milk and put my hand in last night's cereal before I realize that I should go somewhere and sit down...lol...And my husband will be the first to tell me...I'm just extremely damned glad when things do work out in the kitchen, because a couple of years ago, I would have given up on it when it didn't go well, and after meeting all of you, I can say that if you keep trying, I can too...So, after those days mellow out, I'll catch y'all back in the kitchen...(grin) On 1/12/13, Debbra Piening debbra.pien...@att.net wrote: Oo, that's a scary one. I'm blocking on mine at the moment, but I know I've had those, too. Like you, I've learned I do better when I take my time and remember to check things. When I rush around and try to do too many things at once, I make mistakes. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jeri Milton Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:47 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi Vicki. Oh man, now that's a rough day if I do say so myself! I too had a bit of a learning experience when my son was just three months old. I had made a large pot of Navy beans and ham in the crock pot. Well, when cleaning up the mess after dinner, I wiped the counter around the crock pot and got a little shocked when my hand with the damp rag touched the side of the cooker. I didn't think much of it really. Well, a few minutes later when I went to take the inside part out of the cooker, I got a jolt of electricity that dropped me to my knees. I thought I was going to die and leave my family right there in my kitchen floor! My husband saw me drop and he came running. Turns out the cord to the crock pot was tucked down inside under the pot in between the heating element and the pot. It had been like that all day, just cooking away. So, from now on every time I use my slow cooker I triple check my cord to make sure it is fully stretched out of the inside. Woosh, I'll never forget that one. Maybe we should come up with a list for blind cooks and the horror stories. Or funny stories, depending on the story of course. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Vicki Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 8:39 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Geri and everybody, I think we all have them, frustrations that is. But you had three in a row so it will hopefully be smooth sailing for a while. (smile) Not to get us off on horror stories here, Once years ago, I had this glass casserole dish that I liked. Can't remember the brand. I made a casserole and put it in the oven to bake. When it was done I took it out with pot holders. The dish however and at some previous point unbeknowns to me, developed a hair line cracke. I couldn't feel it. But when I took the casserole out of
[CnD] Recipe Request for Pretzels
Does anyone have a recipe for homemade Pretzel dough? Jeri ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
Bill and everybody, I so identify as I did that once too. Only I had more potatos so I just made a fresh batch. I saved the old batch, and made a chocolate cake with mashed potatos. - Original Message - From: william deatherage bi...@insightbb.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 7:43 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi, I remember once when I was making mashed potatoes It was one of those times when the money was short. I was ready to put the milk in the potatoes and not paying attenttion, I grabbed the chocolate milk instead of the regular milk. Bill Deatherage. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
Oh bless you Kimberly. Glad you keep on keeping on. We all share these stories because if we don't laugh, sometimes the tears come. (smiles) - Original Message - From: Kimberly Qualls kimberly021...@gmail.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:44 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Oh man, days like that all of the time!...My son is ADHD, so he tends to set things down, just about anywhere, so needless to say, on my bad days, I usually knock over a cup of chocolate milk and put my hand in last night's cereal before I realize that I should go somewhere and sit down...lol...And my husband will be the first to tell me...I'm just extremely damned glad when things do work out in the kitchen, because a couple of years ago, I would have given up on it when it didn't go well, and after meeting all of you, I can say that if you keep trying, I can too...So, after those days mellow out, I'll catch y'all back in the kitchen...(grin) On 1/12/13, Debbra Piening debbra.pien...@att.net wrote: Oo, that's a scary one. I'm blocking on mine at the moment, but I know I've had those, too. Like you, I've learned I do better when I take my time and remember to check things. When I rush around and try to do too many things at once, I make mistakes. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jeri Milton Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:47 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi Vicki. Oh man, now that's a rough day if I do say so myself! I too had a bit of a learning experience when my son was just three months old. I had made a large pot of Navy beans and ham in the crock pot. Well, when cleaning up the mess after dinner, I wiped the counter around the crock pot and got a little shocked when my hand with the damp rag touched the side of the cooker. I didn't think much of it really. Well, a few minutes later when I went to take the inside part out of the cooker, I got a jolt of electricity that dropped me to my knees. I thought I was going to die and leave my family right there in my kitchen floor! My husband saw me drop and he came running. Turns out the cord to the crock pot was tucked down inside under the pot in between the heating element and the pot. It had been like that all day, just cooking away. So, from now on every time I use my slow cooker I triple check my cord to make sure it is fully stretched out of the inside. Woosh, I'll never forget that one. Maybe we should come up with a list for blind cooks and the horror stories. Or funny stories, depending on the story of course. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Vicki Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 8:39 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Geri and everybody, I think we all have them, frustrations that is. But you had three in a row so it will hopefully be smooth sailing for a while. (smile) Not to get us off on horror stories here, Once years ago, I had this glass casserole dish that I liked. Can't remember the brand. I made a casserole and put it in the oven to bake. When it was done I took it out with pot holders. The dish however and at some previous point unbeknowns to me, developed a hair line cracke. I couldn't feel it. But when I took the casserole out of the oven the bottom fell out of the dish. In cleaning it up, I managed to burn myself on the oven, not severely. But then in my haste, I slipped and fell in the spilled casserole. So there you go. With sight that episode would have been handled more easily. That's my long ago story of the day, and I'm sticking to it. To this day I always inspect my cookware, especially glass baking dishes. I was no worse for the ware, and a bit wiser for the experience. Vicki - Original Message - From: Jeri Milton jjmil...@cox.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 3:57 PM Subject: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Ok, so I'm having kitchen frustrations. I love to cook, but sometimes doing it without vision can be aggravating. Do any of you get aggravated in the kitchen? I put a beef stew on to cook all day in the slow cooker. It's a cold day here in Phoenix and a great day to smell beef stew all day long. Anyway, I was chopping vegetables and meat and washing my hands repeatedly. Ran out of paper towels so grabbed a dish towel from the drawer. Went to lay down my knife and knocked the dish towel into the dirty sink water. It was my only towel! Went to set a pan of brownies on the table because they were in my way on my small counter top and knocked over my daughters glass of apple juice. Had sticky apple juice all over the place mats on the table and under paper work, that of course shouldn't have been on the
Re: [CnD] story about cooktop stove frustrations
Allison and everybody, Oh my! Yes we keep on going onward and upward. That stove sounds like a huge challenge. Soo glad you conquered it. - Original Message - From: Allison Manzino gwennac...@gmail.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 3:18 AM Subject: [CnD] story about cooktop stove frustrations Hi all, What Jeri and Vicky have described are really frustrating stories. But you just have to keep going and turning out those great dishes yay! My husband and I have a stove that is induction heating. This means that the stove has a smoothe cooktop, and you can't feel the burners at all, can't even tell if the pan is on the burner because the heat comes from the bottom up, heating just the pan and not the entire stove. Well, one day I tried to make a tortilla de patatas potatoes and egg omelete. I turned the stove on only to hear a beep indicating that it went off again. I thought I had the pan placed right on the burner and was getting quite frustrated. I decided to make lunch as a surprise for my husband and was alone in the house, so no one to ask. Then I remembered that this stove will turn off automatically if the pan is not placed on the burner. Very frustrating at first, but I have figured out workarounds for this issue. Lunch was great by the way. I can post the recipe for tortilla de patatas if anyone would like, with instructions on how to flip the tortilla. It took me a little while to get this step down cold, but I have a patient husband. Have a wonderful morning. Allison My birds are winged blessings, they help me soar! ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
I'll have to be careful today. Making Tocco Soup for a meeting and homemade chicken noodle soup for a pot luck and two desserts. - Original Message - From: Debbra Piening debbra.pien...@att.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:10 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Oo, that's a scary one. I'm blocking on mine at the moment, but I know I've had those, too. Like you, I've learned I do better when I take my time and remember to check things. When I rush around and try to do too many things at once, I make mistakes. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jeri Milton Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:47 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi Vicki. Oh man, now that's a rough day if I do say so myself! I too had a bit of a learning experience when my son was just three months old. I had made a large pot of Navy beans and ham in the crock pot. Well, when cleaning up the mess after dinner, I wiped the counter around the crock pot and got a little shocked when my hand with the damp rag touched the side of the cooker. I didn't think much of it really. Well, a few minutes later when I went to take the inside part out of the cooker, I got a jolt of electricity that dropped me to my knees. I thought I was going to die and leave my family right there in my kitchen floor! My husband saw me drop and he came running. Turns out the cord to the crock pot was tucked down inside under the pot in between the heating element and the pot. It had been like that all day, just cooking away. So, from now on every time I use my slow cooker I triple check my cord to make sure it is fully stretched out of the inside. Woosh, I'll never forget that one. Maybe we should come up with a list for blind cooks and the horror stories. Or funny stories, depending on the story of course. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Vicki Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 8:39 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Geri and everybody, I think we all have them, frustrations that is. But you had three in a row so it will hopefully be smooth sailing for a while. (smile) Not to get us off on horror stories here, Once years ago, I had this glass casserole dish that I liked. Can't remember the brand. I made a casserole and put it in the oven to bake. When it was done I took it out with pot holders. The dish however and at some previous point unbeknowns to me, developed a hair line cracke. I couldn't feel it. But when I took the casserole out of the oven the bottom fell out of the dish. In cleaning it up, I managed to burn myself on the oven, not severely. But then in my haste, I slipped and fell in the spilled casserole. So there you go. With sight that episode would have been handled more easily. That's my long ago story of the day, and I'm sticking to it. To this day I always inspect my cookware, especially glass baking dishes. I was no worse for the ware, and a bit wiser for the experience. Vicki - Original Message - From: Jeri Milton jjmil...@cox.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 3:57 PM Subject: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Ok, so I'm having kitchen frustrations. I love to cook, but sometimes doing it without vision can be aggravating. Do any of you get aggravated in the kitchen? I put a beef stew on to cook all day in the slow cooker. It's a cold day here in Phoenix and a great day to smell beef stew all day long. Anyway, I was chopping vegetables and meat and washing my hands repeatedly. Ran out of paper towels so grabbed a dish towel from the drawer. Went to lay down my knife and knocked the dish towel into the dirty sink water. It was my only towel! Went to set a pan of brownies on the table because they were in my way on my small counter top and knocked over my daughters glass of apple juice. Had sticky apple juice all over the place mats on the table and under paper work, that of course shouldn't have been on the kitchen table anyway. Anyway, I'm frustrated! I'm not the type to woh is me, but.ug! Jeri ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org
Re: [CnD] My Beef Stew
Jeri and everybody, That sounds wonderful for sure. I was like you, apalled when I saw the price of cut up stew beef recently. - Original Message - From: Jeri Milton jjmil...@cox.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:00 PM Subject: [CnD] My Beef Stew I don't know about you all, but I've noticed that the price of beef stew meat already nicely cut into perfect little bite size pieces, is absolutely out of reason in price. We found a nice Chuck steak and I cut it into not so perfect pieces myself. Smile. Here's my beef stew recipe, right out of my head. 2 pounds of chuck steak, cut into cubes 5 small potatoes peeled and cut into cubes 5 large carrots cut into small chunks, or just use the baby carrots 1 can of green beans 1 can of corn 1 can of peas 1 small onion chopped 2 cloves of garlic sliced or grated 1 envelope stew seasoning or make it yourself Brown the beef in a small amount of oil with the onion and the garlic. Sometimes I pour in a little beer and let the meat cook in it for a while. When meat is browned transfer it to the crock pot. Add all of the chopped vegetables and canned vegetables. Add enough water, about half way up the crock pot. cover and cook for about eight hours. We use a little bit of flour mixed with water as a thickener. Just stir it well into the stew. Or you could make a rue, but I'm not that good! Jeri ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] spreading peanut butter?
I often use the back of the spoon for spreading anything. - Original Message - From: Jeri Milton jjmil...@cox.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 10:15 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] spreading peanut butter? I don't have trouble with peanut butter, but I do have trouble spreading jelly. Where you use a spoon for the peanut butter, I use a spoon for the jelly. It's hard to get jelly to stay on a butter knife! I use a spoon to scoop it out, then I use my knife or yes, even a fork, to spread it around. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Teresa Mullen Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 4:01 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] spreading peanut butter? Lol, I do the exact same thing! With the fingers and the fun part is licking them off!!! Lol Especially when it comes to making a sandwich, I at times have a hard time with mustard I put enough on the bread, then use my finger to spread it around. lol -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Susan Lumpkin Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 3:48 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] spreading peanut butter? Tereesa, I do exactly the same thing and then once it's off the spoon it spread it even better with my fingers. Susan -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Teresa Mullen Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 4:21 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] spreading peanut butter? Hi Troy My name is Teresa, and when it comes to spreading peanut butter I use a spoon And yes, you'll get peanut butter on your fingers! Lol I tried using a knife, but I get it all over myself. Maybe I'm sure there are people on here that will help you But that is what I do. Good luck Teresa -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Troy Sullivan Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 2:08 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: [CnD] spreading peanut butter? Does anyone know a good way for a blind person to spread peanut butter? ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Tortilla De Patatas
Hi all, I wanted to submit my recipe for tortilla de patatas or potatoes and eggs. A tortilla has a different meaning here in Spain than in the U.S. This is my first recipe, so if you can think of anything I can improve, please let me know. I included the techniques I use to make this delicious dish. Please be careful when flipping the tortilla. I hope you enjoy. Allison Tortilla De patatas - potatoes and eggs This recipe is for a fairly large tortilla, you can scale it down if you wish. This is one of the staples of Spanish cooking. A classic throughout Spain. You can add onion if you wish for a different texture. Ingredients 5 potatoes peeled and cut in to cubes 4 eggs beaten 1/2 cup olive Oil for frying 2 or 3 pinches of salt Directions: 1. Peel and slice potatoes in to cubes. Then salt the potatoes mixing well to make sure the salt is well incorporated. 2. After the oil is hot and ready for frying, place potatoes in skillet. Note: TO test if the oil is hot enough, drop a few slices of potato in the hot oil using a slotted spoon or colander. This is the method I use. 3. Fry potatoes for about 15 to 20 minutes or until they smell about done. 4. While potatoes are frying beat the eggs. 5. Remove potatoes from skillet and mix with eggs. Be sure to put a few pinches of salt for flavor. Drain excess oil from skillet or use a separate pan with a little oil for the next step. 6. After the eggs and potatoes are well mixed, place them back in the skillet. Cook for about one minute or until the eggs and potatoes start to form a cake. 7. Remove the pan from the stove and place a plate on top. Make sure the plate is centered directly over the pan. I usually start by placing the plate at the top of the handle and slide it down towards the pan. Over the sink, put one hand securely on the handle of the skillet, and the other over the plate. With one quick motion, flip the pan over so the eggs and potatoes end up on the plate. Place the pan back on the stove and add the eggs and potatoes. Only cook for a few more seconds then remove from heat. To remove the tortilla, use the same procedure as the flip described before. aproveche! or as we say in English enjoy! My birds are winged blessings, they help me soar! ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] kitchen errors - Re: Cooking Frustrations
Actually, that doesn't seem like too bad of an idea to try on purpose, but you have to consider that I am a chockoholic. --- Shepherds are the best beasts, but Labs are a close second. - Original Message - From: william deatherage bi...@insightbb.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 8:43 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi, I remember once when I was making mashed potatoes It was one of those times when the money was short. I was ready to put the milk in the potatoes and not paying attenttion, I grabbed the chocolate milk instead of the regular milk. Bill Deatherage. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] measurement conversion
Anybody know where there is some kind of easy table to read that gives measuring equivalents? Example grams to ounces, etc? I looked on line, but haven't found anything that is easy to read or interpret; at least not in my simple mind. (grin) Thanks. Vicki ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
I didn't try them. Maybe, I should have. Bill Deatherage ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
Making a cake out of them sound like a good idea. THE ones I made went in the garbage can. by the way, how did the cake come out? ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] kitchen errors - Re: Cooking Frustrations
Hi, I understand about the love of chocolate. when someone menttions vitamin c I say the best source for vitamin c is Chocolate (smile). Bill Deatherage ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] measurement conversion
Hello Vicki, I have this one in my folder and it may be something that will help you out. Don't know if it is what you are looking for or not, but, it is one of them that I have. I have another one if you want it let me know. HTHKatie TODAY IS THE OLDEST YOU'VE EVER BEEN, YET THE YOUNGEST YOU'LL EVER BE, SO ENJOY THIS DAY WHILE IT LASTS - Original Message - From: Vicki j.irel...@comcast.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 12:57 PM Subject: [CnD] measurement conversion Anybody know where there is some kind of easy table to read that gives measuring equivalents? Example grams to ounces, etc? I looked on line, but haven't found anything that is easy to read or interpret; at least not in my simple mind. (grin) Thanks. Vicki ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Question About Powdered Sugar
Hi, In reviewing some notes I have in a file I find that 3.5 to 4 cups of confectioners sugar is equal to 1 pound. Hope this helps, Sherri On 1/12/13, Linda Ratzlaff lindaratzl...@sasktel.net wrote: Good morning to all I have a question about powdered sugar. In the receipe: Buttermilk Banana Bars, it calls for cream cheese frosting. In that receipe it says to use a pound package of powdered sugar. This is great but I have a bag that is bigger than 1 pound. Does anyone know approximately how many cups there is in a pound? Or I was wondering if I would have to use a pound? Thanks for any help I can get in this matter. Smile Linda - Original Message - From: Jeri Milton jjmil...@cox.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 9:49 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Or how about the butter dish? I can't tell you how many times my finger has gone directly into the soft butter on the counter or table. I have three kids here and there's always a cup or bowl of something in an odd place. We try to teach them to clean up after themselves, but hey they're little so sometimes they do it, sometimes they don't. Smile. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Kimberly Qualls Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:45 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Oh man, days like that all of the time!...My son is ADHD, so he tends to set things down, just about anywhere, so needless to say, on my bad days, I usually knock over a cup of chocolate milk and put my hand in last night's cereal before I realize that I should go somewhere and sit down...lol...And my husband will be the first to tell me...I'm just extremely damned glad when things do work out in the kitchen, because a couple of years ago, I would have given up on it when it didn't go well, and after meeting all of you, I can say that if you keep trying, I can too...So, after those days mellow out, I'll catch y'all back in the kitchen...(grin) On 1/12/13, Debbra Piening debbra.pien...@att.net wrote: Oo, that's a scary one. I'm blocking on mine at the moment, but I know I've had those, too. Like you, I've learned I do better when I take my time and remember to check things. When I rush around and try to do too many things at once, I make mistakes. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jeri Milton Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:47 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi Vicki. Oh man, now that's a rough day if I do say so myself! I too had a bit of a learning experience when my son was just three months old. I had made a large pot of Navy beans and ham in the crock pot. Well, when cleaning up the mess after dinner, I wiped the counter around the crock pot and got a little shocked when my hand with the damp rag touched the side of the cooker. I didn't think much of it really. Well, a few minutes later when I went to take the inside part out of the cooker, I got a jolt of electricity that dropped me to my knees. I thought I was going to die and leave my family right there in my kitchen floor! My husband saw me drop and he came running. Turns out the cord to the crock pot was tucked down inside under the pot in between the heating element and the pot. It had been like that all day, just cooking away. So, from now on every time I use my slow cooker I triple check my cord to make sure it is fully stretched out of the inside. Woosh, I'll never forget that one. Maybe we should come up with a list for blind cooks and the horror stories. Or funny stories, depending on the story of course. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Vicki Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 8:39 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Geri and everybody, I think we all have them, frustrations that is. But you had three in a row so it will hopefully be smooth sailing for a while. (smile) Not to get us off on horror stories here, Once years ago, I had this glass casserole dish that I liked. Can't remember the brand. I made a casserole and put it in the oven to bake. When it was done I took it out with pot holders. The dish however and at some previous point unbeknowns to me, developed a hair line cracke. I couldn't feel it. But when I took the casserole out of the oven the bottom fell out of the dish. In cleaning it up, I managed to burn myself on the oven, not severely. But then in my haste, I slipped and fell in the spilled casserole. So there you go. With sight that episode would have been handled more easily. That's my long ago story
Re: [CnD] Tortilla De Patatas
Your recipe sounds good, and the directions were excellent, Allison. Happy cooking! Susan ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
But maybe not too. (smiles) - Original Message - From: william deatherage bi...@insightbb.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 12:23 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations I didn't try them. Maybe, I should have. Bill Deatherage ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
It actually turned out good. I was surprised. Was afraid I'd have to throw the whole thing out. But I thought it was worth a try. I would make it again if I could remember what I did. - Original Message - From: william deatherage bi...@insightbb.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 12:38 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Making a cake out of them sound like a good idea. THE ones I made went in the garbage can. by the way, how did the cake come out? ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] measurement conversion
Katie, I didn't actually see a link here. Could you please re-send? Thanks so much. - Original Message - From: Katie Chandler w...@fidnet.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 2:02 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] measurement conversion Hello Vicki, I have this one in my folder and it may be something that will help you out. Don't know if it is what you are looking for or not, but, it is one of them that I have. I have another one if you want it let me know. HTHKatie TODAY IS THE OLDEST YOU'VE EVER BEEN, YET THE YOUNGEST YOU'LL EVER BE, SO ENJOY THIS DAY WHILE IT LASTS - Original Message - From: Vicki j.irel...@comcast.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 12:57 PM Subject: [CnD] measurement conversion Anybody know where there is some kind of easy table to read that gives measuring equivalents? Example grams to ounces, etc? I looked on line, but haven't found anything that is easy to read or interpret; at least not in my simple mind. (grin) Thanks. Vicki ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] dumplings.
Can someone send the dumpling recipes across again. It was recipes for egg and or water dumplings. Blessings, Melissa and Pj Try to expect nothing, but be open for anything. Don't look for happiness, but don't settle for anything less. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Request for 2 recipees
I need recipes using pecans other than just desserts. Also i recetly had a dish that was called spanish rice. It had rice, beef and cheese as well as some other unknown ingredients. Very tasty and I wonder if any of you have had something similar? Thanks Denise Millette ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
Chocolate mashed potato cake? That must have been very interesting to say the least. Smile. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Vicki Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 9:43 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Bill and everybody, I so identify as I did that once too. Only I had more potatos so I just made a fresh batch. I saved the old batch, and made a chocolate cake with mashed potatos. - Original Message - From: william deatherage bi...@insightbb.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 7:43 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi, I remember once when I was making mashed potatoes It was one of those times when the money was short. I was ready to put the milk in the potatoes and not paying attenttion, I grabbed the chocolate milk instead of the regular milk. Bill Deatherage. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
Hi Vicki. I'm sure your dishes will be superb! They sure sound good for this cold weather. Save us some would ya? Good luck and let us know how it turns out. What are you making for dessert? Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Vicki Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 10:12 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations I'll have to be careful today. Making Tocco Soup for a meeting and homemade chicken noodle soup for a pot luck and two desserts. - Original Message - From: Debbra Piening debbra.pien...@att.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:10 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Oo, that's a scary one. I'm blocking on mine at the moment, but I know I've had those, too. Like you, I've learned I do better when I take my time and remember to check things. When I rush around and try to do too many things at once, I make mistakes. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jeri Milton Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:47 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi Vicki. Oh man, now that's a rough day if I do say so myself! I too had a bit of a learning experience when my son was just three months old. I had made a large pot of Navy beans and ham in the crock pot. Well, when cleaning up the mess after dinner, I wiped the counter around the crock pot and got a little shocked when my hand with the damp rag touched the side of the cooker. I didn't think much of it really. Well, a few minutes later when I went to take the inside part out of the cooker, I got a jolt of electricity that dropped me to my knees. I thought I was going to die and leave my family right there in my kitchen floor! My husband saw me drop and he came running. Turns out the cord to the crock pot was tucked down inside under the pot in between the heating element and the pot. It had been like that all day, just cooking away. So, from now on every time I use my slow cooker I triple check my cord to make sure it is fully stretched out of the inside. Woosh, I'll never forget that one. Maybe we should come up with a list for blind cooks and the horror stories. Or funny stories, depending on the story of course. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Vicki Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 8:39 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Geri and everybody, I think we all have them, frustrations that is. But you had three in a row so it will hopefully be smooth sailing for a while. (smile) Not to get us off on horror stories here, Once years ago, I had this glass casserole dish that I liked. Can't remember the brand. I made a casserole and put it in the oven to bake. When it was done I took it out with pot holders. The dish however and at some previous point unbeknowns to me, developed a hair line cracke. I couldn't feel it. But when I took the casserole out of the oven the bottom fell out of the dish. In cleaning it up, I managed to burn myself on the oven, not severely. But then in my haste, I slipped and fell in the spilled casserole. So there you go. With sight that episode would have been handled more easily. That's my long ago story of the day, and I'm sticking to it. To this day I always inspect my cookware, especially glass baking dishes. I was no worse for the ware, and a bit wiser for the experience. Vicki - Original Message - From: Jeri Milton jjmil...@cox.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 3:57 PM Subject: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Ok, so I'm having kitchen frustrations. I love to cook, but sometimes doing it without vision can be aggravating. Do any of you get aggravated in the kitchen? I put a beef stew on to cook all day in the slow cooker. It's a cold day here in Phoenix and a great day to smell beef stew all day long. Anyway, I was chopping vegetables and meat and washing my hands repeatedly. Ran out of paper towels so grabbed a dish towel from the drawer. Went to lay down my knife and knocked the dish towel into the dirty sink water. It was my only towel! Went to set a pan of brownies on the table because they were in my way on my small counter top and knocked over my daughters glass of apple juice. Had sticky apple juice all over the place mats on the table and under paper work, that of course shouldn't have been on the kitchen table anyway. Anyway, I'm frustrated! I'm not the type to woh is me, but.ug! Jeri ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org
Re: [CnD] Question About Powdered Sugar
I think that bit of information will be helpful to all of us. I've run into that problem before myself. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Sherri Crum Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 2:05 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Question About Powdered Sugar Hi, In reviewing some notes I have in a file I find that 3.5 to 4 cups of confectioners sugar is equal to 1 pound. Hope this helps, Sherri On 1/12/13, Linda Ratzlaff lindaratzl...@sasktel.net wrote: Good morning to all I have a question about powdered sugar. In the receipe: Buttermilk Banana Bars, it calls for cream cheese frosting. In that receipe it says to use a pound package of powdered sugar. This is great but I have a bag that is bigger than 1 pound. Does anyone know approximately how many cups there is in a pound? Or I was wondering if I would have to use a pound? Thanks for any help I can get in this matter. Smile Linda - Original Message - From: Jeri Milton jjmil...@cox.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 9:49 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Or how about the butter dish? I can't tell you how many times my finger has gone directly into the soft butter on the counter or table. I have three kids here and there's always a cup or bowl of something in an odd place. We try to teach them to clean up after themselves, but hey they're little so sometimes they do it, sometimes they don't. Smile. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Kimberly Qualls Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:45 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Oh man, days like that all of the time!...My son is ADHD, so he tends to set things down, just about anywhere, so needless to say, on my bad days, I usually knock over a cup of chocolate milk and put my hand in last night's cereal before I realize that I should go somewhere and sit down...lol...And my husband will be the first to tell me...I'm just extremely damned glad when things do work out in the kitchen, because a couple of years ago, I would have given up on it when it didn't go well, and after meeting all of you, I can say that if you keep trying, I can too...So, after those days mellow out, I'll catch y'all back in the kitchen...(grin) On 1/12/13, Debbra Piening debbra.pien...@att.net wrote: Oo, that's a scary one. I'm blocking on mine at the moment, but I know I've had those, too. Like you, I've learned I do better when I take my time and remember to check things. When I rush around and try to do too many things at once, I make mistakes. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jeri Milton Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:47 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi Vicki. Oh man, now that's a rough day if I do say so myself! I too had a bit of a learning experience when my son was just three months old. I had made a large pot of Navy beans and ham in the crock pot. Well, when cleaning up the mess after dinner, I wiped the counter around the crock pot and got a little shocked when my hand with the damp rag touched the side of the cooker. I didn't think much of it really. Well, a few minutes later when I went to take the inside part out of the cooker, I got a jolt of electricity that dropped me to my knees. I thought I was going to die and leave my family right there in my kitchen floor! My husband saw me drop and he came running. Turns out the cord to the crock pot was tucked down inside under the pot in between the heating element and the pot. It had been like that all day, just cooking away. So, from now on every time I use my slow cooker I triple check my cord to make sure it is fully stretched out of the inside. Woosh, I'll never forget that one. Maybe we should come up with a list for blind cooks and the horror stories. Or funny stories, depending on the story of course. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Vicki Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 8:39 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Geri and everybody, I think we all have them, frustrations that is. But you had three in a row so it will hopefully be smooth sailing for a while. (smile) Not to get us off on horror stories here, Once years ago, I had this glass casserole dish that I liked. Can't remember the brand. I made a casserole and put it in the oven to bake. When it was done I took it out with pot holders. The dish however and at
Re: [CnD] Tortilla De Patatas
Hi Allison. This sounds exactly like the dish a friend of mine use to make for us. She had a foreign exchange student from Spain living with her for a while and she taught my friend how to make it. she just called it a Spanish Omelet though. So, when you say tortilla, you mean the eggs and potatoes after they've been flipped the first time? I want to make this, but the whole flipping part makes me nervous! Smile. We use to make it then we would warm up our version of fresh tortillas on the stove, rub them with butter, then fold them into triangle shapes to put on the side of the dish. Oh, it was so good! Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Allison Manzino Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 10:41 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: [CnD] Tortilla De Patatas Hi all, I wanted to submit my recipe for tortilla de patatas or potatoes and eggs. A tortilla has a different meaning here in Spain than in the U.S. This is my first recipe, so if you can think of anything I can improve, please let me know. I included the techniques I use to make this delicious dish. Please be careful when flipping the tortilla. I hope you enjoy. Allison Tortilla De patatas - potatoes and eggs This recipe is for a fairly large tortilla, you can scale it down if you wish. This is one of the staples of Spanish cooking. A classic throughout Spain. You can add onion if you wish for a different texture. Ingredients 5 potatoes peeled and cut in to cubes 4 eggs beaten 1/2 cup olive Oil for frying 2 or 3 pinches of salt Directions: 1. Peel and slice potatoes in to cubes. Then salt the potatoes mixing well to make sure the salt is well incorporated. 2. After the oil is hot and ready for frying, place potatoes in skillet. Note: TO test if the oil is hot enough, drop a few slices of potato in the hot oil using a slotted spoon or colander. This is the method I use. 3. Fry potatoes for about 15 to 20 minutes or until they smell about done. 4. While potatoes are frying beat the eggs. 5. Remove potatoes from skillet and mix with eggs. Be sure to put a few pinches of salt for flavor. Drain excess oil from skillet or use a separate pan with a little oil for the next step. 6. After the eggs and potatoes are well mixed, place them back in the skillet. Cook for about one minute or until the eggs and potatoes start to form a cake. 7. Remove the pan from the stove and place a plate on top. Make sure the plate is centered directly over the pan. I usually start by placing the plate at the top of the handle and slide it down towards the pan. Over the sink, put one hand securely on the handle of the skillet, and the other over the plate. With one quick motion, flip the pan over so the eggs and potatoes end up on the plate. Place the pan back on the stove and add the eggs and potatoes. Only cook for a few more seconds then remove from heat. To remove the tortilla, use the same procedure as the flip described before. aproveche! or as we say in English enjoy! My birds are winged blessings, they help me soar! ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
[CnD] Spanish Rice With Ground Beef
Spanish Rice With Ground Beef 1 pound ground beef 1 can condensed cream of Tomato Soup 1 soup can of water 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/4 cup green pepper chopped 1/3 cup Minute Rice, uncooked 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. chili powder dash of garlic salt Brown beef and drain, if needed. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and cook until the rice is tender, stirring often. Top with grated cheddar cheese if desired. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations
Actually nobody knew the difference from a moist, flavorful regular chocolate cake. This had some density to it, but many cakes do that are like banana etc. It was a weird thing to try. - Original Message - From: Jeri Milton jjmil...@cox.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 7:06 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Chocolate mashed potato cake? That must have been very interesting to say the least. Smile. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Vicki Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 9:43 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Bill and everybody, I so identify as I did that once too. Only I had more potatos so I just made a fresh batch. I saved the old batch, and made a chocolate cake with mashed potatos. - Original Message - From: william deatherage bi...@insightbb.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 7:43 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi, I remember once when I was making mashed potatoes It was one of those times when the money was short. I was ready to put the milk in the potatoes and not paying attenttion, I grabbed the chocolate milk instead of the regular milk. Bill Deatherage. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
Re: [CnD] Question About Powdered Sugar
Hi Sherri Thanks so much for the help with the powdered sugar. I am going to make the buttermilk banana bars tomorrow. Linda - Original Message - From: Sherri Crum sssmile...@gmail.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 3:04 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] Question About Powdered Sugar Hi, In reviewing some notes I have in a file I find that 3.5 to 4 cups of confectioners sugar is equal to 1 pound. Hope this helps, Sherri On 1/12/13, Linda Ratzlaff lindaratzl...@sasktel.net wrote: Good morning to all I have a question about powdered sugar. In the receipe: Buttermilk Banana Bars, it calls for cream cheese frosting. In that receipe it says to use a pound package of powdered sugar. This is great but I have a bag that is bigger than 1 pound. Does anyone know approximately how many cups there is in a pound? Or I was wondering if I would have to use a pound? Thanks for any help I can get in this matter. Smile Linda - Original Message - From: Jeri Milton jjmil...@cox.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2013 9:49 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Or how about the butter dish? I can't tell you how many times my finger has gone directly into the soft butter on the counter or table. I have three kids here and there's always a cup or bowl of something in an odd place. We try to teach them to clean up after themselves, but hey they're little so sometimes they do it, sometimes they don't. Smile. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Kimberly Qualls Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:45 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Oh man, days like that all of the time!...My son is ADHD, so he tends to set things down, just about anywhere, so needless to say, on my bad days, I usually knock over a cup of chocolate milk and put my hand in last night's cereal before I realize that I should go somewhere and sit down...lol...And my husband will be the first to tell me...I'm just extremely damned glad when things do work out in the kitchen, because a couple of years ago, I would have given up on it when it didn't go well, and after meeting all of you, I can say that if you keep trying, I can too...So, after those days mellow out, I'll catch y'all back in the kitchen...(grin) On 1/12/13, Debbra Piening debbra.pien...@att.net wrote: Oo, that's a scary one. I'm blocking on mine at the moment, but I know I've had those, too. Like you, I've learned I do better when I take my time and remember to check things. When I rush around and try to do too many things at once, I make mistakes. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jeri Milton Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:47 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Hi Vicki. Oh man, now that's a rough day if I do say so myself! I too had a bit of a learning experience when my son was just three months old. I had made a large pot of Navy beans and ham in the crock pot. Well, when cleaning up the mess after dinner, I wiped the counter around the crock pot and got a little shocked when my hand with the damp rag touched the side of the cooker. I didn't think much of it really. Well, a few minutes later when I went to take the inside part out of the cooker, I got a jolt of electricity that dropped me to my knees. I thought I was going to die and leave my family right there in my kitchen floor! My husband saw me drop and he came running. Turns out the cord to the crock pot was tucked down inside under the pot in between the heating element and the pot. It had been like that all day, just cooking away. So, from now on every time I use my slow cooker I triple check my cord to make sure it is fully stretched out of the inside. Woosh, I'll never forget that one. Maybe we should come up with a list for blind cooks and the horror stories. Or funny stories, depending on the story of course. Jeri -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Vicki Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 8:39 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Cooking Frustrations Geri and everybody, I think we all have them, frustrations that is. But you had three in a row so it will hopefully be smooth sailing for a while. (smile) Not to get us off on horror stories here, Once years ago, I had this glass casserole dish that I liked. Can't remember the brand. I made a casserole and put it in the oven to bake. When it was done I took it out with pot holders. The dish however and at some previous point unbeknowns to me, developed a hair line cracke. I couldn't feel it. But when I took the casserole out of the oven the bottom fell out of the
