Re: [CnD] Question about the bread machine.

2020-07-23 Thread Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark
Hi, Jennifer. Here's a link to a page with a keto bread recipe. She gives detailed step-by-step instructions on how to make it, both in the oven and with a bread machine. There are also instructions on choices of flour and dairy- vs. dairy-free methods. https://www.fatforweightloss.com.au/keto-bre

Re: [CnD] HOME-STYLE BANANA BREAD, (SUGAR FREE)

2020-07-23 Thread Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark
Thanks sis for this recipe If I may, remember bananas ae very sweet for us diabetic so be careful of your intake. I need to try this Thanks so much sugar "Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content." -Philippians 4:11 🙏 I appreciate

[CnD] HOME-STYLE BANANA BREAD, (SUGAR FREE)

2020-07-23 Thread Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark
HOME-STYLE BANANA BREAD, (SUGAR FREE) 3/4 c. mashed bananas 1/3 c. vegetable oil 2 lg. eggs 1/2 c. water 1 tsp. vanilla 2 c. flour 1 tsp. baking soda 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1 c. chopped nuts Beat together mashed banana, oil, eggs and water until creamy. Add vani

Re: [CnD] Boiling Sugar

2020-07-23 Thread Karen Delzer via Cookinginthedark
I wish I could stand it, but I just can't gag it down. Ugh! I'd rather use anything but stevia or truvia or any of that. :( Karen At 10:59 AM 7/23/2020, you wrote: I use Stevia all the time. I like it. I use to like Splenda, but now they say you should not use it. -Original Message

Re: [CnD] Question about DIABETIC RHUBARB JAM

2020-07-23 Thread Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark
Ype, you can choose any othe fruit that you can have or just go ith out "Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content." -Philippians 4:11 🙏 I appreciate your friendship/support at: https://www.gofundme.com/sugars-transplant-journey -Su

Re: [CnD] Baking bread by hand

2020-07-23 Thread Regina Marie via Cookinginthedark
Good Afternoon. I do enjoy baking bread by hand as well. I have dough hooks, but if I need stress relief, I knead by hand. I stir the yeast and sugar together in the warm water using a wire whisk. The ones coated in silicon are great! You can smell it and hear it fizz a little when it is mixed

Re: [CnD] Baking bread by hand

2020-07-23 Thread Bill Deatherage via Cookinginthedark
I agree, baking bread is really enjoyable. I don’t make bread as much as I bake rolls. I guess I do all right because whenever we’re having Thanksgiving dinner or whatever I’m always the one that they called to make the rolls for the meal. One thing about it, I really can’t say are use a given

Re: [CnD] Question about DIABETIC RHUBARB JAM

2020-07-23 Thread Jennifer Thompson via Cookinginthedark
Thanks, I am doing keto that is why I don't want to use pine apple. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 2:18 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Sugar Lop

Re: [CnD] Baking bread by hand

2020-07-23 Thread Samuel Wilkins via Cookinginthedark
I bake my bread all the time.  I didn't used to, as I wasn't sure how to do needing, but I can now.  The best combination I've found is to use two seeded flours, or half brown and half white flour with sunflower and pumpkin seeds.  A lot of the making is just waiting for it to rise, and I use f

Re: [CnD] Boiling Sugar

2020-07-23 Thread Samuel Wilkins via Cookinginthedark
I don't think I can find Stevia.  I looked for it on my supermarket's website, and I couldn't get hold of it.  How do you pour the hot liquid into jars safely, especially as the jam/marmalade has to be at a temperature way above boiling point. On 23/07/2020 18:53, Marilyn Pennington via Cookin

Re: [CnD] Question about DIABETIC RHUBARB JAM

2020-07-23 Thread Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark
Hi Jennifer, Well first, pineapple is really sweet so you should be careful, as most fruits, they are loaded with natural sugar so always be careful of how much fruit and amount you eat. If you don't want to use pineaple, just go ith out, or substitute with any of your favorite fruit (fresh frui

Re: [CnD] Question about DIABETIC RHUBARB JAM

2020-07-23 Thread Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark
Sugar will have to answer you on this. I have never made these recipes. They are ones that I have collected. Sorry. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Jennifer Thompson via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 2:20 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: J

Re: [CnD] Question about the bread machine.

2020-07-23 Thread Jennifer Thompson via Cookinginthedark
Thanks. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Nicole Massey via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 12:52 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Nicole Massey Subject: Re: [CnD] Question about the bread machine.

Re: [CnD] Question about DIABETIC RHUBARB JAM

2020-07-23 Thread Jennifer Thompson via Cookinginthedark
What can I use in place of pine apple? Thanks. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 1:08 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: m51penning...@gmail.com

Re: [CnD] DIABETIC JAM OR JELLY

2020-07-23 Thread Jennifer Thompson via Cookinginthedark
Thanks. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 1:09 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: m51penning...@gmail.com Subject: [CnD] DIABETIC JAM OR JELLY

Re: [CnD] Baking bread by hand

2020-07-23 Thread Dani Pagador via Cookinginthedark
Yes, I've started baking bread again just because of summer heat, wanting sandwiches for meals, and not wanting to buy bread from the store. I have yeast in the fridge, and bought a vacuum-sealed pound of yeast from Amazon just before lockdown happened in my state, so I'm good to go till my flour o

[CnD] DIABETIC RHUBARB JAM

2020-07-23 Thread Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark
DIABETIC RHUBARB JAM 5 c. rhubarb, cut in sm. pieces 1 c. crushed pineapple Mix rhubarb and pineapple together and bring to a boil, stirring constantly, to avoid sticking, for about 12 minutes or until the rhubarb is completely cooked. Remove from heat and add: 10-12 pkg. Equal sweetener Refr

[CnD] DIABETIC JAM OR JELLY

2020-07-23 Thread Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark
DIABETIC JAM OR JELLY 1 env. Knox gelatin 1/2 c. water 12 oz. berries, any kind 13 pkgs. Equal Soften gelatin in 1/4 cup water, use the other 1/4 cup with fruit; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat until done. Stir in gelatin and remove from heat. Enjoy. __

Re: [CnD] FRUIT JAM FOR DIABETICS

2020-07-23 Thread Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark
Thanks sis. I've made it similar to like this but with out the elatin. Smile sugar "Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content." -Philippians 4:11 🙏 I appreciate your friendship/support at: https://www.gofundme.com/sugars-transplant-

[CnD] DIABETIC BLUEBERRY JAM

2020-07-23 Thread Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark
DIABETIC BLUEBERRY JAM 2 tbsp. lemon juice 3 tsp. unflavored gelatin 1/8 tsp. salt 1 1/2 tsp. arrowroot 2 1/2 c. frozen unsweetened blueberries, partially thawed Non-nutritive sweetener equivalent to 2 c. sugar Mix lemon juice, gelatin, salt and arrowroot; stir in blueberries. Boil gently unti

[CnD] FRUIT JAM FOR DIABETICS

2020-07-23 Thread Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark
FRUIT JAM FOR DIABETICS 2 c. fresh fruit, peeled and chopped 1/2 c. water 1 pkg. low calorie gelatin, strawberry or orange 1 tbsp. Real Lemon 4 packets Equal Cook fruit and water for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and cool 10 minutes. Then stir in Equal. Spoon into sterilized jars. Cool until se

Re: [CnD] Boiling Sugar

2020-07-23 Thread Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark
I just make enough to store in the fridge. It is just my husband and I and at times my God kids are over But for the most part I just make enough for the bot of us. "Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content." -Philippians 4:11 🙏 I

Re: [CnD] Boiling Sugar

2020-07-23 Thread Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark
Oh it varies from fruit Just last week I made strawberry. I added about half a small bag, not sure on the size exactly but they were frozen strawberries. I add water to the strawberries just enough so that it was not soggy or soaking. I would say about 1/2 cup of water. Then I just stirred and st

Re: [CnD] Boiling Sugar

2020-07-23 Thread Marilyn Pennington via Cookinginthedark
I use Stevia all the time. I like it. I use to like Splenda, but now they say you should not use it. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 1:27 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Sugar Lopez Subje

Re: [CnD] Question about the bread machine.

2020-07-23 Thread Nicole Massey via Cookinginthedark
My White-Westinghouse machine is simple for blind folks to use if they mark the buttons, but it's almost 30 years old. I would suggest that you talk to non-blind keto types about if they can use bread machines for their recipes, as both the blind community and the keto community are on the smaller

Re: [CnD] Question about the bread machine.

2020-07-23 Thread Jennifer Thompson via Cookinginthedark
Thanks. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Deborah Armstrong via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 10:19 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Deborah Armstrong Subject: Re: [CnD] Question about the bread

Re: [CnD] Boiling Sugar

2020-07-23 Thread meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark
Sugar: Do you have to sterilize the jars? Or are you just making a small enough amount to be able to just store it in the refrigerator? I think I would be willing to not use sugar as I am prediabetic and need to start taking it a lot more seriously. Thanks for any info. -Original Mess

Re: [CnD] Question about the bread machine.

2020-07-23 Thread Jennifer Thompson via Cookinginthedark
Thanks what machine is blind friendly? Again can I make keto bread with the machine? Thanks. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Nicole Massey via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 11:13 AM To: cookinginthedar

Re: [CnD] Boiling Sugar

2020-07-23 Thread Jennifer Thompson via Cookinginthedark
I like that. What is your recipe? Thanks. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 12:27 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: Sugar Lopez Subject: Re: [CnD] Bo

Re: [CnD] Boiling Sugar

2020-07-23 Thread Sugar Lopez via Cookinginthedark
When I make my jelly's or jams, I don't use sugar, I add stevia once the fruit is boiled. That is my choice though. It won't last as long so I only make a little for a day or two sugar "Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content." -P

Re: [CnD] Boiling Sugar

2020-07-23 Thread meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark
Fudge is not as scary as preserves. Making jelly or preserves really intimidates me. But I would be interested in knowing a safe way to do it. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Karen Delzer via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 12:13 PM To: cookingi

Re: [CnD] Boiling Sugar

2020-07-23 Thread Karen Delzer via Cookinginthedark
I've done it when I make fudge. I put the evaporated milk and the sugar in a large pot and turn the fire on very low and then stir constantly, especially after the mixture comes to a boil. I use a long wooden spoon and time my boil. I've never had a problem, except during tornado weather in

Re: [CnD] Baking bread by hand

2020-07-23 Thread Lynda via Cookinginthedark
I so agree.  I enjoy baking bread a lot. Lynda and Missy On 7/23/2020 11:41 AM, meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark wrote: I can't help but put in a plug for trying out baking by hand. Baking bread by hand is so satisfying. Though I am pretty terrible at shaping. My loaves are not always as p

Re: [CnD] Question about the bread machine.

2020-07-23 Thread Nicole Massey via Cookinginthedark
The Bread Machine Baker is my favorite bread machine book, with a lot of recipes that are straightforward -- the instructions are almost always, "Put ingredients in order in the machine, close lid and turn it on." It's on my to be scanned and proofread list. Sent from my HAL 9000 in transit to Jup

Re: [CnD] Baking bread by hand

2020-07-23 Thread meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark
At 7 years old, wow! That's wonderful for any kid, especially a blind kid. I didn't learn it till after college! Anytime I got near the stove with the intention of using it, I had to chase both my parents out of the kitchen. Mama was worried I would hurt myself. Daddy was worried I would make a

Re: [CnD] Baking bread by hand

2020-07-23 Thread meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark
I wasn't trying to dis anybody for using a machine, of course. I just think that more people should try it by hand if they have the time and resources. -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of Deborah Armstrong via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 10:48 AM To

Re: [CnD] Baking bread by hand

2020-07-23 Thread Deborah Armstrong via Cookinginthedark
I agree that baking by hand is very good for the self-confidence. It's why my Grandma taught me to do it at 7. I needed an adult to put the loaves in the oven for me when I was little but I timed them myself, and of course I did all the kneading and rising myself. But I work full-time at home n

[CnD] Baking bread by hand

2020-07-23 Thread meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark
I can't help but put in a plug for trying out baking by hand. Baking bread by hand is so satisfying. Though I am pretty terrible at shaping. My loaves are not always as pretty as the ones that I imagine are in pictures. Kneading bread is a very tactile activity. I recommend that people try it.

Re: [CnD] Question about the bread machine.

2020-07-23 Thread Deborah Armstrong via Cookinginthedark
The book is in both Braille and Audio Bread machine baking: perfect every time : 75 foolproof bread and dessert recipes custom-created for the 12 most popular bread machines DB36413 And BR09257 Its problem is that every recipe is repeated twelve times; the book is out of date since those dozen

Re: [CnD] Question about the bread machine.

2020-07-23 Thread Marie Rudys via Cookinginthedark
I had an Ultimate Breadman bread machine for a while, but I got rid of it because it is not accessible for a blind person. It was purchased in the late 1990's during a second unhappy marriage I walked out on in 1997. I did not want that machine taking up space in my closet, so in 2008, I donated

[CnD] Boiling Sugar

2020-07-23 Thread Samuel Wilkins via Cookinginthedark
Hello all, for a long time, I've been wondering whether it is possible to boil sugar safely, for example when making preserves. Having never had sight and not having any light perception, I don't believe there is a way I could do this without burning myself.  Is there anyone else who has never

[CnD] Question about the bread machine.

2020-07-23 Thread Jennifer Thompson via Cookinginthedark
Hi I would love the bread machine a couple of questions? First what is the most accessible machine? Also I like to make keto bread so I do not know if it is possible to make keto bread in a bread machine? Thanks. ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list C