Re: [CnD] Brownie Pan

2010-01-09 Thread Jennifer Chambers
Up until a couple years ago, I did the same. I didn't even own an 11 by 7-inch pan. Then someone gave one to me, and I find that I really prefer it for brownies. It doesn't really matter which pan you use, always start checking for doneness between 20 and 25 minutes, regardless of the instructio

Re: [CnD] Brownie Pan

2010-01-09 Thread Sandy, OK!
That's exactly how it is with me, either the 8 inch square pan or the 9 by 13 inch pans. - Original Message - From: "Jan" To: "cd" Sent: Saturday, January 09, 2010 11:18 PM Subject: [CnD] Brownie Pan I know the 11-by-7 pan is considered a brownie pan. But most of my recipes, I use e

[CnD] Brownie Pan

2010-01-09 Thread Jan
I know the 11-by-7 pan is considered a brownie pan. But most of my recipes, I use either a square pan or a 9-by-13 pan. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark

Re: [CnD] Doneness of Brownies!

2010-01-09 Thread Jennifer Chambers
Claudia, I always use the 7 by 11-inch pan, andI check on them starting at twenty minutes. I don't know how hot your oven runs, so do check between 20 to 25 minutes. Use the toothpick method, but also touch the top. If it springs back, it's done. If it leaves a little dent, bake them another tw

Re: [CnD] Doneness of Brownies!

2010-01-09 Thread Sandy, OK!
Gee whiz! I can't begin to tell you how many years ago it was that I made my first batch of brownies! I guess mom and I made them when I was home. Then the disaster in 1969! I was first married, afraid to light the gas stove 'til my hubby devised an easy way for me to do it, and so one night whi

Re: [CnD] Question for the list.

2010-01-09 Thread Lora Leggett
I just have two big folders called Library Of Recipes and New Recipes. Lora - Original Message - From: "Jan Bailey" To: Sent: Thursday, January 07, 2010 6:04 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] Question for the list. > I just have 2 big folders called recipes and recipes one, but I need to make > t

Re: [CnD] Doneness of Brownies!

2010-01-09 Thread Jan
I made my first batch of brownies almost thirty years ago. My favorite thing. I knew a lady who lived to be 100. She never could make brownies. They were always overdone. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf

Re: [CnD] Doneness of Brownies!

2010-01-09 Thread Charlotte
Absolutely right. They are overdone if the toothpick is clean. I've been making brownies for 40 years, and this has been my experience. If I had a nickel for every batch I have made... wow! Charlotte - Original Message - From: "Jan" To: Sent: Saturday, January 09, 2010 10:07 PM Subj

[CnD] Roasted Red Pepper and Avocado Sandwich

2010-01-09 Thread gail johnson
Roasted Red Pepper and Avocado Sandwich The lovely crumb of Ciabatta is full of holes waiting to be filled with savory roasted garlic hummus. The fresh vegetables make a beautiful, nutritious and delicious sandwich. 2 Ciabatta loaves, cut in half lengthwise 1/2 cup roasted garlic hummus 1 smal

[CnD] Lucky New Year's Sandwiches with Grapes

2010-01-09 Thread gail johnson
This sandwich looks good. We can all use luck for the coming year. Lucky New Year's Sandwiches with Grapes On Nochevieja in Spain, New Year's Eve revelers eat 12 grapes at midnight — one for every chime of the clock — to bring good luck in the 12 months to come. To add good luck to your New Yea

Re: [CnD] Doneness of Brownies!

2010-01-09 Thread Jan
I agree. I usually just touch the top and the tester should have a little of brownie crumbs on it. I'd rather underdo them. When the tester comes out clean, they are overdone. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On B

Re: [CnD] Doneness of Brownies!

2010-01-09 Thread Immigrant
I apologize. You are probably right about pan size. But I still would not bake them until a tester comes out clean, they would be overdone. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jan Bailey Sent: Saturday,

[CnD] Fish and Black Rice

2010-01-09 Thread gail johnson
Hi everybody, I decided to do something different with Black Rice. If you are not familiar with Black Rice it is unmilled rice, meaning the the fiber-rich black husks of the rice are not removed. It has a nutty flavor. Most of the time it is used as sticky rice in desserts mostly with frui

Re: [CnD] Doneness of Brownies!

2010-01-09 Thread Jan Bailey
When I last had a brownie box and it gave pan sizes, it allowed more time with a smaller pan, since the brownies are thicker, but I always check brownies before they are suppose to be done, because I hat them to be overdone. Jan - Original Message - From: "Immigrant" To: ; "'Claudia'

Re: [CnD] Doneness of Brownies!

2010-01-09 Thread Immigrant
I would bake them less in an 11 by 7-inch pan. As for doneness test, the wooden pick, for most brownie recipes, should come out with a few crumbs attached. If it comes out clean, the brownies may be overbaked. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookingi

Re: [CnD] Doneness of Brownies!

2010-01-09 Thread Jan Bailey
It should be a little longer, because instead of 9 by 13, it's 7 by 11 so they will be a bit thicker. I'd start checking after 30 minutes. Jan] - Original Message - From: "Blaine Deutscher" To: ; "Claudia" Sent: Saturday, January 09, 2010 6:27 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] Doneness of Browni

Re: [CnD] Doneness of Brownies!

2010-01-09 Thread sharon howerton
Claudia, I routinely use the toothpick method for doneness of any kind of brownie, cake or quick bread. I'd check yours at 30 minutes. Good luck. Sharon - Original Message - From: "Claudia" To: Sent: Saturday, January 09, 2010 6:19 PM Subject: [CnD] Doneness of Brownies! Hi All, F

Re: [CnD] Doneness of Brownies!

2010-01-09 Thread Blaine Deutscher
yes the second question applies no matter what brownies you are making. As for cooking them I'd think that you would cook them for less time because the pan that you have is bigger so it will be thinner then a 9x13 pan. that is my thought but I'm not a good cook so hopefully someone else will ge

[CnD] Doneness of Brownies!

2010-01-09 Thread Claudia
Hi All, For those of you who make brownies on a regular basis, I have some questions. If I used an 11 by 7 brownie pan, how long should I bake the brownies? I used a box of Pillsbury brownies, and for a 9 by 13 pan, it stated that they needed to bake for 28 to 33 minutes! And, does the same

Re: [CnD] Caramel Frosting, #2

2010-01-09 Thread Jan Bailey
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Re: [CnD] Caramel Frosting, #2

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Re: [CnD] Caramel Frosting, #2

2010-01-09 Thread Lisa Blankenship
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Re: [CnD] Caramel Frosting, #2

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[CnD] Caramel Frosting, #2

2010-01-09 Thread Marilyn DeWeese
Caramel Frosting, #2 1/4 pound butter 1 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup cream 4 cups confectioners' sugar Melt butter; add brown sugar; stir and let come to a boil. Cook for 1 minute or until slightly thick. Cool slightly. When sugar mixture has cooled, add cream and beat smooth. Stir in confectione

[CnD] Caramel Frosting

2010-01-09 Thread Marilyn DeWeese
Caramel Frosting 3 cups granulated sugar 3/4 cup evaporated milk, undiluted 3/4 cup margarine 1 tablespoon white corn syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Brown 1/2 cup of the sugar in heavy skillet. Add remaining ingredients. Cook 5 minutes. After mixture begins to boil, remove from heat and beat

[CnD] Caramel Butter Nut Icing

2010-01-09 Thread Marilyn DeWeese
Caramel Butter Nut Icing 1/3 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup butter 1 cup light brown sugar 2 cups confectioners' sugar 1 cup pecans, finely chopped 1/4 cup pecans (optional) Heat buttermilk and butter. Add sugars. Bring to a boil and continue boiling until the soft ball stage is reached. Add finely cho

[CnD] Easy Caramel Frosting

2010-01-09 Thread Marilyn DeWeese
Easy Caramel Frosting This is terrific on a banana, spice, applesauce or apple cake. 1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter 1 cup packed dark brown sugar Dash of salt 1/4 cup whole milk 2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Place butter, brown sugar and salt in a medium-size he

[CnD] Caramel Fluff Frosting

2010-01-09 Thread Marilyn DeWeese
Caramel Fluff Frosting 1 1/2 cups brown sugar 6 tablespoons cold water 3 egg whites 1/4 teaspoon salt Combine all ingredients in top of double boiler. Beat constantly with electric mixer until mixture forms soft peaks. This will frost the top and sides of three (8-inch) layers. Enjoy. ___

[CnD] Caramel Icing

2010-01-09 Thread Anna
Caramel Icing Ingredients: ¼ cup butter ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed 2 tbsp milk ¾ cup icing sugar 1 cup hazelnuts Directions: 1. Melt the butter in a small pot. 2. Add brown sugar and milk. 3. Bring to boil then simmer for 2 minutes (stir while simmering). 4. Cool then

[CnD] Caramel Frosting

2010-01-09 Thread Anna
Caramel Frosting 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar 1/4 cup whole milk 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Method 1. Bring the butter and brown sugars in a saucepan over medium heat to a boil and cook for 2 minutes,

[CnD] Need a recipe for caramel frosting

2010-01-09 Thread Diane Healy
If anyone has a good recipe for caramel frosting would they please send it along to the CND list? I tried to Google it but for some reason it will not go to any recipes. Please help! Diane ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.o

[CnD] FOURTEEN CARAT CAKE WITH VANILLA CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

2010-01-09 Thread Marilyn DeWeese
FOURTEEN CARAT CAKE WITH VANILLA CREAM CHEESE FROSTING 2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 4 eggs 2 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups oil 2 cups grated raw carrots 8 1/2 ounce can crushed pineapple, drained 1/2 c

[CnD] Extra-Quick Turkey & Noodles

2010-01-09 Thread Jan Bailey
Extra-Quick Turkey & Noodles 1 can (10-3 /4 oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup or the fat-free type 1/2 cup milk 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cups cubed roast turkey 3 cups cooked fine or medium egg noodles 2 tablespoons sour cream or plain yogurt Chopped fresh par

[CnD] Creamy Wild Rice Soup

2010-01-09 Thread Jan Bailey
Creamy Wild Rice Soup 6 tablespoons butter 4 tablespoons sliced green onions 1/2 cup flour 3 cups chicken or turkey broth 2 cups cooked wild rice (not a blend) 1/2 cup cooked, cubed turkey 1/4 cup finely grated carrots 3 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted 1/4 teaspoon each white pepper, salt 1 cu

[CnD] Cajun Turkey Sandwiches

2010-01-09 Thread Jan Bailey
Cajun Turkey Sandwiches Sliced turkey for 6 1 tablespoon butter 1 small green bell pepper, cut in thin strips 1 large red bell pepper, cut in thin strips 1 large onion, halved lengthwise, cut into slices 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 1/2 teaspoon celery seed 6 kaiser rolls, split 2 tablespoons may

[CnD] Baked Cheesy Turkey Ravioli

2010-01-09 Thread Jan Bailey
Baked Cheesy Turkey Ravioli Serves 4 to 6 9-ounce package fresh or frozen four-cheese ravioli 3 cups baked turkey cut into 1/2 -inch-by-2-inch strips 1/4 cup thick sliced green onions 2 tablespoons butter 3 cups sliced mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, maitake, trumpet or oyster) 1 clove garlic, mince

[CnD] Turkey and Dried Cranberry Salad

2010-01-09 Thread Jan Bailey
Turkey and Dried Cranberry Salad This salad is a great way to use leftover turkey. It is very light and can be eaten plain, in a sandwich, on apple slices, or on crackers. It makes divine sandwiches on leftover biscuits. 3 cups cubed cooked turkey 2 celery stalks, chopped 1 cup dried cranberries

[CnD] Crock Pot Stuffed Flank Steak

2010-01-09 Thread Jan Bailey
Crock Pot Stuffed Flank Steak 1 pkg. (8 oz.) crushed corn bread stuffing 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped celery 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley 2 eggs 1-1/4 cups beef broth 1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper 1-1/2 lb. flank steak, pound to 1/2" t

[CnD] Sweet and Sour Meatballs

2010-01-09 Thread Jan Bailey
Sweet and Sour Meatballs SOURCE: GinnysRecipes.com These meatballs are terrific appetizers. They work well for parties or for a dish to take. My family enjoys them at home as a special holiday treat! 2 pounds ground beef or chuck 2 eggs 3/4 cups seasoned bread crumbs 1 onion, chopped, sauteed s

[CnD] Steaks Olé

2010-01-09 Thread Jan Bailey
Steaks Olé 4 pork steaks, trimmed 1 small onion, chopped 1 small green bell pepper, chopped 3 TB vegetable oil Flour to dredge steaks 1/4 tsp. salt, divided 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper, divided ~~~Sauce~~~ 1 cup tomato salsa 1 can (18 oz.) tomato sauce 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup beef broth 1/

Re: [CnD] beef brisket

2010-01-09 Thread Gerry Leary
I will give it a try tomorrow. I may add a little chipotle pepper. - Original Message - From: "Penny Reeder" To: Sent: Friday, January 08, 2010 11:09 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] beef brisket I have been saving this recipe, Jerry, but haven't tried it yet. It sounds super easy and delici