Re: [CnD] STEAK IN THE OVEN, From (Dale Campbell)

2020-08-13 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe via Cookinginthedark
Just to make sure I got this correct Do you place the Rice and water with beef broth under or above the steak... Can I use solion? Andy and Shubert -Original Message- From: Cookinginthedark On Behalf Of meward1954--- via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2020 3:31 PM To:

Re: [CnD] Instapot Questions

2020-07-31 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe via Cookinginthedark
Hi, I don't have the Instapot but do have the Ninja foodi. It is digital but have dots on it that my wife placed. I have never made and cooked food before better that this. I made chicken stock, and tonight, red kidney beans that were dry. It took 25 minutes in the pressure cooker and came out

Re: [CnD] Cutting Pies

2018-06-08 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe via Cookinginthedark
where do you get this board with grooves?? I could use that.. Andy and Shubert -Original Message- From: Pamela Fairchild via Cookinginthedark Sent: Thursday, June 07, 2018 9:54 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Cc: pamelafairch...@comcast.net Subject: Re: [CnD] Cutting Pies

Re: [CnD] Cutting Pies

2018-06-08 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe via Cookinginthedark
I don't know if Dale has such an animal but, I heard on either QVC or HSN awhile back had a tool that would cut cakes,flat sheet cakes and all kinds of pastry items. The person selling this item has a mother that was blind and according to the network, even a young child was working with

Re: [CnD] a cooking question to ponder

2018-03-17 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe via Cookinginthedark
Hi, my mother has made Boston Baked Beans for decades and used Navy Beans. She put a bag, about 2 or 3 cups of Navy Beans with 6 cups of water about 3/4 cup of molasses (depending how dark you like) salt pork, ground pepper and mustard power... Mixed it in a pot for Beans and at the last

Re: [CnD] Steaks - Cuts Defined & Suggested Cooking Methods

2017-06-23 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe via Cookinginthedark
` Hi Dale, do you have an article of how to tell if beef is rare, medium, or well done? I know I had the article sometime in the past but, I have since lost my computer and files. Also, I will be calling you to order the gloves that handle high and cold temps. Do you know if these gloves can

[CnD] Question on Freeze drying

2016-04-24 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe via Cookinginthedark
a freeze dryer. I am not sure but, it is suppose to be about the size of a microwave. Any suggestions or help is greatly appreciated. Andy and Shubert Andrew J. LaPointe Co-Chairman Salem Commission on Disabilities President, The Friends of the Salem Council on Aging 34 Raymond Ave. Salem, MA. 01970

Re: [CnD] Different colored onions

2015-05-07 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe via Cookinginthedark
Hi I know that the large Spanish onions are widely used by sub shops. They seem to be a tad stronger than the Vidalia sweet onions. It depends what you want to use them on. I use the red for salads, the large Spanish for subs hamburgers and rarely use the small onions for anything else.

Re: [CnD] New Ninja Question

2013-11-26 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe
Hi, I have one of the ningers and they are not quiet. I does do a great job. Andy -Original Message- From: Jennifer Chambers Sent: Monday, November 25, 2013 11:35 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] New Ninja Question Desi, Tara's statement about the Vita Mix

Re: [CnD] pizza sauce

2013-09-25 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe
Hi, I had a sub shop back in 1988 and we used to just take crushed tomatoes, hunts traditional tomato sauce, a little garlic powder, pepper, basil a bit of water and mixed all together without cooking. We added a pack of pizza seasoning mix and used that for pizza, and peppers ans sausage and

Re: [CnD] star fruit

2012-02-06 Thread A. J. LaPointe
I haven't had Star Fruit for a long time but, you eat them like an orange apple or any other fruit. I ate the skin and all, just wash it.. Andy and Shubert -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org]On Behalf Of Sandy

Re: [CnD] TJ's kitchen

2011-05-08 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe
: [CnD] TJ's kitchen Andrew, I looked UPC up on Google and it says Universal Product Code. T. J. From: Andrew J. LaPointe alapoint...@comcast.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Sat, May 7, 2011 2:05:00 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] TJ's kitchen what is a upc

Re: [CnD] TJ's kitchen

2011-05-07 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe
what is a upc? -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org]On Behalf Of Donald Sent: Saturday, May 07, 2011 5:02 PM To: cooking dark Subject: [CnD] TJ's kitchen I would suggest a liquid level indicator. Also a flat

Re: [CnD] Tartar sauce recipes?

2010-06-10 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe
My wife makes tartar sauce with just either sweet or pickel relish with mayo.. We used to buy this rather expensive small jar product but no more. It is soo simple to put together. Andy -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org

[CnD] Please help me!!

2010-02-27 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe
I am needing to have to change my diet asap. I am now on blood pressure med but in good health. Can someone direct me to a comprehensive Mediterranean recipe site? I greatly appreciate it. Andy Andrew J. LaPointe Commissioner, Salem Commission on Disabilities President, Friends of the Salem

Re: [CnD] Product suggestions for removing grease

2010-01-06 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe
or a powder? Thanks! Sandy Does it equire rinsing? - Original Message - From: Andrew J. LaPointe alapoint...@comcast.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Tuesday, January 05, 2010 8:38 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Product suggestions for removing grease Hi may I suggest, Mean Green

Re: [CnD] Product suggestions for removing grease

2010-01-05 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe
Hi may I suggest, Mean Green This may be purchased at the Family Dollar Store for $5.00 per gallon. this is just like the Fantastic Cleaner that was available about 20 years ago. It is highly concentrated and is cheap. I use it all the time. Yes, steam is good but, takes more work and needs

Re: [CnD] Manicotti or other stuffed shells

2009-12-29 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe
You want to make sure that the shells are cooled down before handling. This makes them a bit firmmer and less appt to rip. As far as manicotti shells, there is a device that you can use to stuff the cheese into it. it makes it much easier. Andy -Original Message- From:

Re: [CnD] steamer

2009-10-17 Thread Andrew J. LaPointe
Hi, I purchased a stainless pot at Wal-Mart awhile back. The pot is about 8 quarts and came with an insert that fit perfectly into the pot. This would steam more than enough veggies for a good size family. Again, look at your local Wal-Mart. I'm sure you will find something that will work for