[CnD] Applesauce Recipe Request

2015-11-12 Thread Sherri Crum via Cookinginthedark
Hello everyone,

I would like to try making homemade applesauce. Though I've looked
through my recipes, I don't have one. Would rather not go searching on
the net just yet. So, any recipes would be very much appreciated.

Thanks for any help.

Sherri, email:  sssmile...@gmail.com
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Re: [CnD] How to fill a Container with hot water?

2015-10-02 Thread Sherri Crum via Cookinginthedark
I use a liquid level indicator.

In case you do not know, this is a two pronged device which you place
over the rim of the cup ... and when the liquid reaches the level
where the prongs are, it emits a sound.

There are vibrating ones etc. They are battery operated.

Ahhh, I will never burn my finger again--the previous method.



On 10/2/15, Parham Doustdar via Cookinginthedark
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> Hi,
>
> What methods do people on this list use to know that a container is
> filled with hot water? This could be pouring hot coffee into a cup, or
> hot water into a pot/bowl.
>
> Thanks a lot!
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Re: [CnD] frying chicken and potatoes

2015-07-22 Thread Sherri Crum via Cookinginthedark
Hi Louise,

I can't say that I have seen your other messages on this subject. I'll
give it a try.

When I fry chicken, I usually poke a fork into a piece of chicken and
flip it over as best as I can with the fork--and a finger or two.

When I fry potatoes, I usually use a flipper/spatula and pick up a big
bunch of them at once and flip them over--that works fairly well for
me.

Perhaps you could use a flipper/spatula with the chicken as well--or even tongs.

Sherri

On 7/22/15, Louise Ervin via Cookinginthedark
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> This is my third submission of this question and I am wondering if anyone
> is
> getting it. I would like tips on frying chicken and potatoes as I have
> difficulty turning them.
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Re: [CnD] Bisquickquestion

2015-02-04 Thread Sherri Crum via Cookinginthedark
Hi,

I'd love to see the recipes. If they are too many for the list, please
send multiples in one message, or feel free to send to me off list.

Thank you,

Sherri

On 2/4/15, Nancy Martin via Cookinginthedark
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> Hi everyone,
> Maybe I wasn't clear yesterday. just say the word and I'll post what I have
>
> and I'm willing to search for others.
> Hope this helps,
> Nancy
> - Original Message -
> From: "Sandy via Cookinginthedark" 
> To: ; "'Linda Yacks'" 
> Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 12:10 PM
> Subject: Re: [CnD] Bisquickquestion
>
>
>>I know there are many impossible pie recipes out there using this
>> Bisquick;
>> perhaps others can post some? I never had luck using it, so cannot help,
>> unfortunately. my pancakes turned out horribly, and tasted like cornbread
>> rather than pancakes, so I gave up on it.
>>
>>
>> Fear is just excitement in need of an attitude adjustment!
>> -Original Message-
>> From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On
>> Behalf Of Linda Yacks via Cookinginthedark
>> Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 11:55 AM
>> To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org; 'Jeri Milton'
>> Subject: Re: [CnD] Bisquickquestion
>>
>> Hi there,
>>
>> There are oh so many things you can do with BisQuick. I have a 4-volume
>> braille BisQuick cookbook. If you want a recipe, try going to google and
>> put
>> in what you are looking for. For example, BisQuick cheeseburger
>> impossible
>> pie, or just impossible pie with bisquick. I haven't looked at the Betty
>> Crocker site lately, but I bet you can also find many recipes there.
>> Happy
>> baking.
>>
>> I Linda
>> -Original Message-
>> From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On
>> Behalf Of Jeri Milton via Cookinginthedark
>> Sent: Tuesday, February 3, 2015 8:40 AM
>> To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org
>> Subject: [CnD] Bisquickquestion
>>
>> Hi all.
>>
>> So, found Bisquick on sale so picked up 2 boxes. Now...what to do with it
>> lol.
>> After listening to an old Cooking in the Dark show Im inspired to try
>> pancakes. I've never made them and my 9 year old son asked me why he only
>> gets pancakes if we go out to eat. Hahahha or  frozen ones! Fine then, I
>> shall try. Does anyone know the amounts for Bisquick pancakes? Or other
>> recipes  on the box?
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>>
>>
>> Sent from jeri's iPhone
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Re: [CnD] Bisquickquestion

2015-02-03 Thread Sherri Crum via Cookinginthedark
Hi,

To learn the necessary ingredients ... perhaps try:

http://www.directionsforme.org

This is a one-stop source for accessible packaging information.

Hope it helps.

Sherri



On 2/3/15, Jeri Milton via Cookinginthedark
 wrote:
> Hi all.
>
> So, found Bisquick on sale so picked up 2 boxes. Now...what to do with it
> lol.
> After listening to an old Cooking in the Dark show Im inspired to try
> pancakes. I've never made them and my 9 year old son asked me why he only
> gets pancakes if we go out to eat. Hahahha or  frozen ones! Fine then, I
> shall try. Does anyone know the amounts for Bisquick pancakes? Or other
> recipes  on the box?
>
> Thanks,
>
>
>
> Sent from jeri's iPhone
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Re: [CnD] recipe request

2014-12-04 Thread Sherri Crum via Cookinginthedark
Here are two--almost the same--from my files.

Cherry Mallow Cake

4 c. miniature marshmallows
1 18.25-oz. pkg. yellow cake mix
1 21-oz. can cherry pie filling

Preheat oven to dg350. Spray a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan with
vegetable cooking spray.
Place marshmallows evenly in bottom of pan.

Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour batter over
marshmallows. Spoon cherry filling evenly over cake batter.

Bake 45 to 50 minutes. The top of the cake will be bubbly and
marshmallows will be sticky on top of cake. Let cool in pan, then
cut into squares.


Cherry Chocolate Mallow Cake

1 10-oz. bag mini marshmallows
1 18.25-oz. pkg. chocolate cake mix
1 can cherry pie filling
1 small box cherry jello

Preheat oven to dg350. Line the bottom of a 13- by 9-inch baking pan
with mini marshmallows. Mix cake according to package directions and
pour mixture on top of marshmallows.

Mix together pie filling and jello powder. Pour mixture on top of cake
batter. Bake at dg350 for 35 minutes.






On 12/3/14, Colleen Chandler via Cookinginthedark
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> I heard somewhere about a cake recipe where you place marshmallows in the
> bottom
> of the pan, then pour cake batter over them and bake it. The marshmallows
> are
> supposed to rise to the top and create frosting.  Does anyone have a recipe
> like
> that?  Thanks.
>
> Colleen
>
> If you're lucky enough to be Irish, you're lucky enough!
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[CnD] Recipe Request Sweet Potato Pie

2014-11-19 Thread Sherri Crum via Cookinginthedark
Hello listers,

As I was talking to a friend today, she wondered if I had a recipe for
sweet potato pie. I do not, but perhaps someone out there has one they
would be willing to share.

Thanks for any help,

Sherri
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Re: [CnD] Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipes Wanted

2014-08-24 Thread Sherri Crum via Cookinginthedark
Several recipes from my files.

Separated by **

Award Winning Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
Baker's Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
BEN & JERRY'S GIANT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
Brown Sugar Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chewy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Double Tree Hotel Chocolate Chip Cookies
Quick Chocolate Chip Cookies

**

Award Winning Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

4-1/2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking soda
2 c. butter, softened
1-1/2 c. packed brown sugar
1/2 c. sugar
2 3.4-oz. pkgs. instant vanilla pudding mix, or any other flavor
4 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
4 c. semisweet chocolate chips
2 c. chopped walnuts, optional

Preheat oven to dg350.

Sift together flour & baking soda, set aside.

In large bowl, cream together butter and sugars.

Beat in pudding mix until blended.

Stir in eggs & vanilla.

Blend in flour mixture.

Stir in chocolate chips & nuts.

Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, Edges should be golden brown.

**

Baker's Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

1-1/2 cups (3 sticks) butter, softened
1-1/2 cups brown sugar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 eggs
3-1/4 cups flour
1-1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
2-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Mix all the ingredients, form the cookies with a teaspoon and
bake on an ungreased cookie sheet at 375 degrees for 10 to 12
minutes or until lightly browned.  Enjoy these delicious cookies!

**

BEN & JERRY'S GIANT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

1/2 c. Butter, room temperature (1 stick)
1/4 c. Granulated sugar
1/3 c. Brown sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp  Vanilla
1 c. plus 2 tsp all purpose flour
1/2 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Baking soda
1 c. Semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 c. Coarsely chopped walnuts

Preheat oven to 350F.

Beat butter and sugars in large mixing bowl until light
and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.

Mix flour, salt, and baking soda in another bowl. Add dry ingredients
to batter and mix until well blended. Stir in chocolate chips and
walnuts.

Drop dough by small scoops 2 to 3 inches apart on an ungreased
cookie sheet.  Flatten each scoop with the back of a spoon to about 3
inches in diameter.

Bake until centers are still slightly soft to the touch, 11 to
14 minutes. Cool on cookie sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer
to racks to cool completely.

Makes 12 to 15 cookies

**

Brown Sugar Chocolate Chip Cookies

1 c. butter, softened
1 1/2 c. firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 c. granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
3/4 tsp salt
2 c. semisweet chocolate chips

Preheat oven to 375F. In a large mixing bowl, cream together
butter, brown sugar, sugar, eggs and vanilla.

In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda and
salt. Stir into butter mixture to blend. Add chocolate chips.

Place 1-inch diameter balls of dough about 2 inches apart on an
ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 9 minutes or until edges are light
brown. Do not over bake. Cool on a wire rack. Makes 36 cookies.

**

Chewy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

Serves:  = 42 (

1 c. butter, softened
1 c. packed light brown sugar
1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
3 c. quick-cooking oats
1 c. chopped walnuts
1 c. semisweet chocolate chips

Preheat oven to dg325.

In large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until smooth. Beat in
eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda,
and salt; stir into  creamed mixture until just blended. Mix in oats,
walnuts, and chocolate chips. Drop by heaping spoonfuls onto ungreased
baking sheets.
Bake for 12 minutes. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5
minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

**

Chocolate Chip Cookies

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup butter flavored   shortening
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 Tbsp. vanilla
2-1/4 cups flour
1 tsp. baking soda
2 cups semisweet chocolate   chips
1 cup chopped walnuts, if   desired

In large bowl, combine shortening and butter and beat until
fluffy. Add sugars and beat until well blended. Add eggs and vanilla and mix
well. Stir in flour and baking soda until a dough forms. Add chocolate chips
and nuts.
Chill dough, covered, for 1 hour in refrigerator.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. When ready to bake, drop dough by tablespoons
onto ungreased cookie sheets. Bake at 350 degrees F for 8-11 minutes until
light golden brown and set. Let stand on cookie sheet for 2-3 minutes, then
remove to wire rack to cool. Makes 48 cookies

**

Double Tree Hotel Chocolate Chip Cookies

2 cups flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup oats (uncooked)
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup Dark Brown sugar
1 cup butter, softened
2 large eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. lemon juice
12 oz. chocolate chips
1 1/2 cup walnuts

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Lightly grease cookie sheets.
Place the butter in a large bowl and cream lightly with an electric mixer.
Add the sugars and b

Re: [CnD] question about broccoli and cauliflower

2014-08-11 Thread Sherri Crum via Cookinginthedark
Hello,

Helen, in addition to smell, the things I watch for with broccoli and
cauliflower are sliminess, limpness and if the little tiny
flowers/whatevers are falling off the ends. Another thing is how
firmly the outer leaves (only of the cauliflower) are attached--if
they can be plucked off very easily, I would be concerned.

If you have noticed none of these, I would say that if the cauliflower
is still crunchy then it is still good.

Hope this helps,

Sherri

To the other person who was curious about carrots and
celery--sliminess holds true here too, and if the celery is really
limp, I usually throw it out.

You know the saying, when in doubt, throw it out.

Sherri



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> I have a question regarding broccoli and cauliflower. I've been told that
> they can both turn color, if kept too long in the fridge. How would a blind
>
> person know, when that happens? I've had cauliflower in the fridge since
> last Tuesday, and I've cut all the floweret's off. To me, it smells ok, I
> did eat one piece and it was still crunchy. I'm hoping it's still good to
> eat. I was thinking of making soup with it. My husband doesn't like either
> vegetable. So how do you know, when it's gone bad? Thanks for all your
> advice.
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[CnD] Crock Pot Recommendations

2014-08-03 Thread Sherri Crum via Cookinginthedark
Hello,

I have an old crock pot (which I am afraid to use because it is so old).

I would be interested in getting a new one. Any recommendations would
be very much appreciated.

So as not to clutter the list, please feel free to respond off-list.

Thanks,

Sherri sssmile...@gmail.com
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[CnD] Suitcase Cleaning

2014-05-23 Thread Sherri Crum via Cookinginthedark
 Hello,

Susan's inquiry about cleaning scored concrete made me remember that I
would like to know how to clean the outside of a suitcase. It is not
leather--some other heavy cloth fiber.

Any ideas would be very much appreciated.

Thanks, and have a nice weekend.

Sherri
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