Re: [CnD] Autumn Beef Stew In the Slow Cooker

2009-10-13 Thread Keith Watson
medium to medium low heat for half the time. At least this is my solution. Hope this helps. Keith Watson Braving the wife's domain more and more! -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Sisi Ben-Simon

[CnD] South African Malva Pudding

2009-10-17 Thread Keith Watson
Hi Everyone, I have been a listener to the show for a long time now. Only just subscribed to the list last week, and thought I would share this recipe with you. A little background about me first. I am a cross between a Floridian Bubba father and a British South African mother. So my culin

Re: [CnD] Crock Pot Oktoberfest Knockwurst

2009-10-19 Thread Keith Watson
This sounds delicious. One question though. How do you serve it, and with what accompaniments? Keith -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Jan Bailey Sent: Sunday, October 18, 2009 7:32 AM To: cookingint

Re: [CnD] Talking Coffee Maker

2009-10-19 Thread Keith Watson
I had to think about this one for a few minutes as well. . I can only assume that it is an automatic coffee maker that you can set the start time and other functions using voice feedback. I prefer my French press to an ADC style coffee maker. But I suppose that this could be useful. Keith

Re: [CnD] Talking Coffee Maker

2009-10-20 Thread Keith Watson
se cold winters. Blaine - Original Message - From: "Keith Watson" To: Sent: Monday, October 19, 2009 5:02 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] Talking Coffee Maker I had to think about this one for a few minutes as well. . I can only assume that it is an automatic coffee maker that you can set

[CnD] FW: pumpkin raisin walnut muffins

2009-10-20 Thread Keith Watson
Donna, I think that this is the one you are asking about. Keith -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of leverenz Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 12:27 PM To: c n d Subject: [CnD] pumpkin raisin walnut mu

Re: [CnD] Talking Coffee Maker

2009-10-20 Thread Keith Watson
, as mine is a old one but still works great, if I use it, which isn't real often any more. This keeps from over filling, and under filling also. HTHKatie If at first you don't succeed, do it the way your wife told you!* - Original Message - From: "Keith Watson

[CnD] South African Style Curry

2009-10-21 Thread Keith Watson
All, Ok as promised here is my favorite curry recipe. The flavors all blend together to create a meal that is absolutely superb. Enjoy! CURRY: 3 Table spoons Oil 3 pounds cubed beef, (can also use Chicken, Mutton or Lamb) 4 Medium Onions 1 Clove Garlic 2 Table spoons cartwri

[CnD] FW: Crock Pot Oktoberfest Knockwurst

2009-10-27 Thread Keith Watson
potatoes. She was wishing I think. Anyway, we have decided to have this every October from now on. Thank you. Keith -Original Message- From: Keith Watson [mailto:tk.wat...@verizon.net] Sent: Monday, October 19, 2009 1:06 PM To: 'cookinginthedark@acbradio.org' Subject: RE: [CnD]

Re: [CnD] A plastic-Free oven-baked omlet

2009-10-28 Thread Keith Watson
Hi, Pops was a short order cook in an earlier life. He taught me the secret of making the perfect omlet when I was only knee high to a grasshopper. It's easy. Just beat the hell out of a bunch of eggs. Add a bit of water, salt and pepper. In a very well seasoned cast iron skillet cook up a bunch

Re: [CnD] BOILED APPLE SPICE CAKE

2009-11-01 Thread Keith Watson
Helen, Hate to sound ignorant. But what is vanilla rum? Would I find that at a package store or a grocery store? Keith -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Helen Whitehead Sent: Sunday, November 01, 20

Re: [CnD] White Chocolate MacadamiaNut Cookies

2009-11-08 Thread Keith Watson
The title of the recipe would have to change . This is my all time favorite cookie recipe. Personally I don't think that this type of nut would compliment the taste of regular chocolate. But hey, let us know. It might be a good combination after all. Keith -Original Message- From: cookin

Re: [CnD] brown sugar

2009-11-10 Thread Keith Watson
Another way is to collect the desiccant cylinders from aspirin bottles and use them instead of the bread. I find that they do the job as well. Keith -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Charlotte Sent:

[CnD] Brat Ideas

2009-11-12 Thread Keith Watson
Hi all, Last month when I made the Octoberfest meal I got an extra package of brats. I was wondering if anyone has any ideas about what I can do with them. I was thinking of doing a bangers and mash kind of thing. But wanted to see if anyone had a better idea for me. Thanks, Keith _

[CnD] FW: Brat Ideas

2009-11-12 Thread Keith Watson
Oops, meant this to go to the list and not just reply to Rhonda. See below. Keith -Original Message- From: Keith Watson [mailto:tk.wat...@verizon.net] Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 3:58 PM To: 'Rhonda Scott' Subject: RE: [CnD] Brat Ideas Rhonda, Thanks, I actually

[CnD] Online grocery store

2009-11-12 Thread Keith Watson
Hi all, A friend of mine asked if I had heard of an online grocery store in the north east united states that you could get package instructions from. Said he heard about it from one of Dale's shows. Does this sound familiar to anyone? Keith _

Re: [CnD] repost october fest

2009-11-12 Thread Keith Watson
Hi, I gave this to my dad. He has made it twice already. He really likes it I guess. Crock Pot Oktoberfest Knockwurst 1 pkg. (32 oz.) sauerkraut, drained 5 large red potatoes, sliced 1-1/2 lb. knockwurst, whole or chunked Caraway seeds, to taste 1/4 to 1/2 cup brown sugar, or to taste 1 cup chic

Re: [CnD] repost october fest

2009-11-12 Thread Keith Watson
- Original Message - From: "Keith Watson" To: Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 11:42 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] repost october fest > Hi, > > I gave this to my dad. He has made it twice already. He really likes it I > guess. > > Crock Pot Oktoberfest Knockwurst &g

Re: [CnD] repost october fest

2009-11-12 Thread Keith Watson
, November 12, 2009 6:30 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org; tk.wat...@verizon.net Subject: Re: [CnD] repost october fest Okay, should you peel the apples? - Original Message - From: "Keith Watson" To: Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 3:42 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] repost oc

Re: [CnD] Midwestern-Style Beer Brats

2009-11-12 Thread Keith Watson
Here's an idea for modifying this recipe. Dale back me up on this one. Grill the brats. Saute the onion and peppers in a bit of oil. Throw the brat on a bun cover in peppers and onions. And here's the best part...wait for it...here it comes... Drink the 6 cups of lager as you eat the brat!!! And

Re: [CnD] Easy Curry Puffs

2009-11-13 Thread Keith Watson
What is beef mince? And how much is 300 grams? Guess I need a good conversion utility. Keith -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Margaret Booth Sent: Friday, November 13, 2009 1:13 AM To: cookinginthed

[CnD] FW: Easy Curry Puffs

2009-11-13 Thread Keith Watson
...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Keith Watson Sent: Friday, November 13, 2009 8:20 AM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] Easy Curry Puffs What is beef mince? And how much is 300 grams? Guess I need a good conversion utility. Keith

Re: [CnD] Denver sandwitches

2009-11-18 Thread Keith Watson
Blaine, I never flip my omlets. I cook them on a stove top for a bit and then put the skillet in the oven on broil for about 4 minutes. That cooks the top half. Just make sure that you use a oven safe skillet. I prefer caste iron. But do use a smaller non stick skillet if I am only cooking for mys

Re: [CnD] Broiling

2009-11-18 Thread Keith Watson
Judy, Basically just the same as using the bake setting. It just turns on the element on the top of the oven and is hotter. Depending on what you are broiling you need to be aware of where your rack is. I always set the level of the rack before turning on the oven for either broil or bake. And o

Re: [CnD] omelets and broiling

2009-11-18 Thread Keith Watson
Wow, I guess that everything has a name. I would never in my life associated what I did would be called frittatas. How interesting. Thanks for reminder about the oven door. I do this as well. But it is so habitual now that I forgot to mention it. Keith -Original Message- From: cookingin

Re: [CnD] Kuerig Coffee Makers

2009-11-25 Thread Keith Watson
Gerry, Most folks don't realize that freeze drying or keeping coffee, even if it is vacuum sealed, for a long time will dry up the oils from the bean and cause it to taste rather acidic. I have not yet begun to roast my own beans. But I do buy a pound a week and grind it as needed. Towards the end

Re: [CnD] Slicing English muffins --electric knife

2009-11-29 Thread Keith Watson
Last year I bought my mother a neat little gadget for English muffins. It was a hinged fork that you stuck through your muffin and pulled it apart. It works great. Only wish I had bought 2, because I sure could use one. Keith -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org

[CnD] Looking for Shrimp Recipe

2009-12-01 Thread Keith Watson
Hi all, Got a bag of frozen shrimp I need ideas for. Can anyone help? It's about a pound I think. Keith ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark

[CnD] Shrimp with what's on hand

2009-12-01 Thread Keith Watson
All, Ok, first thanks to all for your suggestions. I sort of took those and used what I had on hand to make a great meal. ½ stick of butter 1 cup white rice 1 medium onion 1 green pepper 3 garlic cloves 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can mushrooms (my daughter digs mushrooms) 2 table

Re: [CnD] Shrimp with what's on hand

2009-12-01 Thread Keith Watson
Oops, forgot to include the pound of frozen shrimp to the recipe. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of Keith Watson Sent: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 6:11 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject

Re: [CnD] banana pudding

2009-12-04 Thread Keith Watson
Yum this sounds good. Question though. Would you really need to use a double boiler? I ask because I don't own one and would like to attempt this recipe. Keith -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of lever

[CnD] Split Pea Recipe Request

2010-01-03 Thread Keith Watson
Does anyone have a good split pea recipe? I also need to know if you need to soak them overnight. Thanks, Keith ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark

Re: [CnD] Timer

2010-01-07 Thread Keith Watson
Mel, I have one of the timers that you described. Unfortunatly it does not have a key to tell you how much time remains. It does announce the remaining time every minute until 1 minute is left and then announces every 10 seconds. I am attaching the instructions that I received from the place I bou