Re: [CnD] Homemade gravy: the kind grandma made

Actually I use the wooden utensil: the one with a triangular shape the has a hole in the middle of it. It works very well in stopping lumps too. *smile* Regina Marie Phone: 916-877-4320 Email: reginamariemu...@gmail.com Follow me: http://www.twitter.com/mamaraquel Find Me: http://www.facebook.com/

Re: [CnD] 3 2 1 cake

This does work. I just tried it with the angel food and a carrot cake. Very nice and light; just enough! -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Colleen via Cookinginthedark Sent: Wednesday, August 20, 2014 11:48 AM To: cooking

Re: [CnD] A question about Schwan's

Do the same with questions about the product instructions that used to be available in braille. whether you need them or not. --- Be positive! When it comes to being defeated, if you think you're finished, you! really! are! finished! - Original Message - From: "brenda mueller via Cook

Re: [CnD] Spammy Chocolate Chip Cooky Recipe

Well, I don't know if I want to try those. I suppose, though, that this is no stranger than pork and bean bread. I haven't tried that either, but I have the recipe in case anyone would like to have it. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthe

Re: [CnD] Spammy Chocolate Chip Cooky Recipe

I think the Spam in the recipe serves as the shortening. when we had our state Fair about a year ago, that was one of their contributed recipes, too; so many wanted to try them. I'd be a little hesitant, but just might, one of these years, grins. Courage is fear that has said its prayers! -

[CnD] Spammy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Spammy Chocolate Chip Cookies Great American SPAM Championship - Kid Chef Logan Cranor (Age 9) of Colfax, 1st Place, 2012 Dixie Classic Fair 1 (12 ounce) can SPAM Classic, diced 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 1/2 cups white sugar 1 cup butter, softened 2 eggs 2 teaspoons vanill

Re: [CnD] Homemade gravy: the kind grandma made

I also use a whisk when stirring; it cuts down on lumping! Courage is fear that has said its prayers! -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Regina Marie via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday, August 26, 2014 4:36 PM To: cookin

Re: [CnD] A question about Schwan's

If people participate, I'll do it, but I have got out of the habit of using Schwan's now and don't actually miss them. I will help if other want to make an organized try at getting the Braille catalog back. *smile* Regina Marie Phone: 916-877-4320 Email: reginamariemu...@gmail.com Follow me: http:

Re: [CnD] A question about Schwan's

sorry. No longer deal with Schwan as all. *smile* Regina Marie Phone: 916-877-4320 Email: reginamariemu...@gmail.com Follow me: http://www.twitter.com/mamaraquel Find Me: http://www.facebook.com/reginamarie Listen Live: http://www.jandjfm.com -Original Message- From: Allison Fallin [m

Re: [CnD] just a thought - Re: Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipes Wanted

My signature has info related to my business. I host a radio show and work as an administrative assistant for the radio station. This contact info I have is public info for interviews, song requests, etc. My personal details are hidden on social media. *smile* Regina Marie Phone: 916-877-4320 Ema

Re: [CnD] A question about Schwan's

I NEVER HEAR FROM THEI EITHER. *smile* Regina Marie Phone: 916-877-4320 Email: reginamariemu...@gmail.com Follow me: http://www.twitter.com/mamaraquel Find Me: http://www.facebook.com/reginamarie Listen Live: http://www.jandjfm.com -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cook

Re: [CnD] A question about Schwan's

Hi! I think there is a way that we, the blind can still protest. We call 188-724-9267. Then we tell the person that answers the phone that we don't know the order numbers, because we don't have a braille catalogue. We'll have to request that the person look up all those order noumbers. With 5

Re: [CnD] Measuring cups in Braille with liters and militers

Tupperware has some goo ones with bot measurments that are now in Braille. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Marissa Manzino via Cookinginthedark Sent: Tuesday, August 26, 2014 5:34 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org S

Re: [CnD] Homemade gravy: the kind grandma made

Oh and don't forget to keep stirring that gravy till thickens. You can add a little liquid to thin if it gets too thick or put a tablespoon or 2 into some cold watter and stir with a fork till blended and pour into it to thicken if too thin. *smile* Regina Marie Phone: 916-877-4320 Email: regina

Re: [CnD] Homemade gravy: the kind grandma made

I always do my gravy as you described in the second set of instructions. I do prefer to skim off most of the fat and just use a couple tablespoons to brown the flour for flavor. I hav also used butter or margarine and just the juices from the meat. *smile* Regina Marie Phone: 916-877-4320 Email: r

Re: [CnD] Homemade gravy: the kind grandma made

myay I ask how many people will you be feeding? i think I would boil my potatoes. I would use the liquid off the roast for my gravy. I tried to take the roast out of the crockpot and then make gravy in the pot itsself and the liquid would not allow the gravy to set up. do you want to use flour o

[CnD] Some cookie recipe tips

I heard a tip from a pastry chef how to make any cookie recipe chewy. Along with all the ingredients of the cookie recipe add 1 tablespoon of corn starch. I tried it and it makes my chocolate chip cookies even better. Another tip was to put the cookie dough in the fridge for at least 15 minutes

Re: [CnD] Homemade gravy: the kind grandma made

Homemade gravy , Grandma style is made in the roasting pan you used to roast the beef. Take the roast out of the pan. While the juices are being redistributed, make the gravy. Scrape all the roast that's stuck to the pan into the middle of the pan. Put the pan on the stove with medium low heat.

[CnD] Homemade gravy: the kind grandma made

Good morning. I'm looking up making roast beef this week and would like to make homemade gravy: the kind grandma made. I know I can purchase gravy packs but I would like to make it from scratch. There's something about getting in the kitchen and doing things from scratch and having it "Just righ

[CnD] Measuring cups in Braille with liters and militers

Hi everyone, I was wondering for those that measure in mililiters how do you do it? Are there special cups that have Braille markings for mililiters? All of the recipes here in Spain and I think throughout most of Europe, measure liquids in mililiters and liters. If any of you have any sugges

[CnD] Shortbread Cookies

SHORTBREAD COOKIES 1 c. butter 1/2 c. brown sugar 2 tbsp. white sugar 1 egg yolk 1/2 tsp. vanilla 1 tbsp. milk 2 c. flour Chocolate chips Nuts Cream butter, brown sugar, white sugar, egg yolk, vanilla and milk. Add remaining ingredients. Drop by teaspoon on greased cookie sheets. Bake in 400

[CnD] Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies

CHOCOLATE CHIP SHORTBREAD COOKIES 2 c. butter 2 c. powdered sugar 2 tsp. vanilla 1/2 tsp. salt 4 1/2 c. flour 12 oz. pkg. semi-sweet chocolte chips Mix all ingredients. Roll into balls. Flatten on cookie sheet with a fork. Bake 350 degrees for 15 minutes. While warm, sprinkle with powdered su

[CnD] Shortbread Chocolate Chip Cookies

SHORTBREAD CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES 2 c. butter 2 c. powdered sugar 2 tbsp. vanilla 1/2 tsp. salt, optional 4 1/2 c. flour 1 c. semi sweet chocolate chips (mini chips work well) Cream butter and confectioners' sugar. Add vanilla, salt and flour until well blended. Stir in chocolate chips. Shape

[CnD] Thin and Crisp Chocolate Chip Cookies

THIN AND CRISP CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES These are thin, dark, and brittle-crisp. ES 1 3/4 cups sifted all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 pound (2 sticks) butter 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa 2 tablespoons lig

[CnD] No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

NO BAKE PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES 1 cup white Karo Corn Syrup 1 cup sugar 1 cup peanut butter 1 12 oz. pkg. chocolate chips 1 cup flaked coconut 1 cup nuts or 1 cup quick-cooking oats 1 cup Special K cereal or Rice Krispies In a metal or crockery mixing bowl (don't use glass or pyr

[CnD] Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

SOFT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES 2 cups brown sugar 1 1/2 cups white sugar 2 cups all-vegetable Crisco (non-hydrogenated) 4 eggs 4 cups flour 2 tsp. baking powder 2 tsp. baking soda 2 tsp. salt 2 tsp. pure vanilla 3/4 cup chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, etc.) 2 cups chocolate chips Combine all dry

Re: [CnD] Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipes Wanted

I will post in a day or so; been busy and trying to catch up, but will contribute. Courage is fear that has said its prayers! -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Charles Rivard via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, August 24

Re: [CnD] A question about Schwan's

I don't think any one did! sad! Courage is fear that has said its prayers! -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Charles Rivard via Cookinginthedark Sent: Sunday, August 24, 2014 2:09 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org; b

Re: [CnD] A question about Schwan's

I did call in and my driver even expressed discern, as he has many blind customers, but like you stated, 2 are not the only ones, but who knows! many might have complained and quizzed them about this decision, and maybe they just decided against reconsidering! Courage is fear that has said its p