[CnD] Some thoughts on cooking and recipes.

Hi, all, I've stayed out of the recent fray over recipes, but have a few thoughts I'd like to share. The Mississippi Mud brownies is an example of an incomplete recipe; there are many of those out there with errors, items left out or a measurement written incorrectly. If I were to make these b

[CnD] Quinoa.

Hi Christina and list. For those who don't know, quinoa is a seed, a little smaller than a grain of rice. It cooks like rice, a ratio of 2 cups water to one cup quinoa, and has a mile nutty flavor. It can be used like rice and is good mixed with black beans and corn, with some chopped onion and

[CnD] Cooking pot roast.

Hi, A 2 pound roast sounds small, but doable. Have you thought of putting the meat on a large sheet of foil, sprinkling it with a packet of onion soup mix, wrapping it tightly and cooking it in the oven at 350 for about an hour? This should work nicely and taste good. You can boil potatoes, c

[CnD] Never used the Digest Version.

Hi, Victoria, I've never use the Digest version of the list messages, so have no idea how that would work. You could experiment and try "reply to sender". Good Luck, Alice --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus __

[CnD] instructions to unsubscribe.

Janet, Here is what to do to unsubscribe from the list. To remove your address from the list- If you haven't changed addresses since subscribing, send a message to: cookinginthedark-unsubscr...@acbradio.org To subscribe to the digest version of this list Send a blank email to: cookinginthedar

[CnD] Recipe request for chicken drumsticks.

Honey Cornbread Chicken Drumsticks This delicious and simple recipe for chicken drumsticks coated in honey butter, then cornbread stuffing mix, will be a real hit with kids. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 55 minutes Ingredients: 3 lbs. chicken drumsticks 3 Tbsp. honey 2 Tbsp. butter,

[CnD] Cooking Pork Chops.

Hi, Curtis, I love using Italian dressing as a marinade for pork chops; it adds a good flavor and helps to keep the meat moist and tender. Here is something else to consider: your butcher may be trimming all the fat off the chops. This will dry out the meat very quickly. You may want to ask th

[CnD] Baking potatoes

Hi, Cindy, Baking potatoes in the oven is easy. Scrub them well. Set the oven to 500 (they need a very hot oven). degrees and bake them for about an hour. If you want to pierce them a couple of times with a fork, that's good, so they will vent. I don't wrap them in foil because I like the s

[CnD] Roasted Vegetable soup.

Laurie, I don't have the requested recipe, but do you need one? Why not use a favorite vegetable soup recipe and roast the vegetables first? I would sauté the onions until they are caramelized, roast the carrots, parsnips, and whatever other root vegetables you want to add, and go from there.

[CnD] Cleaning burned pots.

Hi, Suzanne, It's simple and really works. Put about two inches of water in the pot and add a big handful of baking soda. Bring this to a boil; it will foam up. Then remove the pot from the heat and let it stand for a while. You should then be able to clean it with no difficulty. If not, re

[CnD] Sugar's Candied Sweet Potatoes.

Hi all, This was posted recently, hope it helps; I'm sending it again. Blessings, Alice Sugar's Candied Sweet Potatoes 2 cups Brown or white sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 pinch salt 1/2 cup butter 3 cans,15 ounce sliced or chuncks sweet potatos, or yams,drained 1 ta

[CnD] pouring into a cup.

Hi all, A liquid level indicator is very helpful, but if you don't have one available, you can do several things, such as: putting the container on a tray to catch any spills, or putting the container in the sink for the same reason. If the liquid isn't boiling hot, you can use a finger on the

[CnD] Substituting fresh tomatoes for canned.

Hi all, Ellen, I don't think you need to add any liquid. The tomatoes will have plenty of juice. I would peel them though before using. Whatever you are making sounds yummy! Blessings, Alice --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antiviru

[CnD] Making Pastry and making streusel.

Hi, Alex, When making pie crust, you want the shortening to be cold so that the crust will be flakey; it is the layers of fat and flour that make a flakey crust. For streusel, I think, to get a good crumbly texture, it is better to have the butter cold, although not necessarily directly out of

[CnD] Mixing streusel

Hi, Alex, Mixing streusel is like mixing pastry; you handle it as little as possible and keep the butter cold. From what I've read in your messages, you are using your hands to mix in the butter. In older cook books it instructs to rub the butter into the flour. I think it would be worth inv

[CnD] Frying chicken and potatoes.

Hi, Louise. I think it is difficult for a person who is blind to turn potatoes in hot oil, chicken, maybe less so. I would suggest cooking in the oven, seasoning and roasting the potatoes tossed with some oil, and the same for the chicken; breading it as you would to fry and baking at 375 degre

[CnD] Recipe: chicken spaghetti with cream of mushroom.

Hi, Will, You could use canned chicken broth, cook the breasts in that, dice them, and proceed with the recipe; it should turn out fine. Hope this helps. Blessings, Alice --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

[CnD] My Best Sour Cream Cake.

Hi, Shannon, This cake sounds very similar to my Sour Cream Coffee Cake. I bake mine in a tube pan with a filling and topping of brown sugar, cinnamon and nuts. I think mine takes about 45 minutes. Without the filling, it might take a little less time. Hope this helps. Blessings, Alice ---

[CnD] Slicing cookies from a log.

Hi, Ellen, If you are hesitant to slice cookies why not form the dough into 1/2 inch balls and then flatten them with the bottom of a drinking glass dipped in flour to the desired thickness. You can wrap the dough in plastic and chill it well first. If you have a knife with a guide you could

[CnD] Cooking Brown Rice.

Hi every one, For the one requesting a repost on cooking brown rice: you really don't need a recipe. Just remember two things: the ratio of water to brown rice is three to one (3 cups water to 1 cup brown rice). The cooking time is 45 minutes. You can use broth for the liquid and add other se

[CnD] Recipe Request.

Hi, Nancy and Gary, What you had for dessert sounds like banana pudding. It is a layered dish, beginning with graham crackers, chocolate pudding, sliced bananas, more graham crackers, vanilla pudding and more sliced bananas. It is yummy, pure comfort food. Hope this helps. Alice --- This em

[CnD] One more thing about cooking brown rice.

Hi, Will, I forgot to add to my last post, that brown rice takes about 45 minutes to cook. White rice takes about 20 minutes. Good Luck! Alice --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. http://www.avast.com ___ Cookingi

[CnD] Cooking Brown Rice.

Hi, Will, Brown rice requires more liquid when cooking than white rice. For brown rice, the ratio is 3 to 1, so you need 3 cups of liquid to 1 cup of rice. Using broth is good because it gives the rice some flavor. Also, did you lower the heat once the rice and broth were boiling? Don't give

[CnD] Banana bread recipe using buttermilk.

Hi, all, This was posted some time ago on the list. I haven't tried it yet, but it sounds like a keeper. Hope this helps. Alice Best Recipes Banana Bread 3 ripe bananas pinch of salt 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 cup softened butter 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 egg 1

[CnD] Lamb and Sweet Potatoes.

Hi, Abbie, I have a recipe for a lamb stew with butternut squash and chick peas. The spices make a curry: coriander, turmeric, cardamom, red pepper among them. I'll find the recipe and post it later. Blessings, Alice --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. htt

[CnD] Questions about baking.

Hi, Brittany, This sounds like a very easy recipe to make. If you own a good electric mixer, it will be even easier. The term "cream" referring to the butter and sugar, means to blend them together until the butter is the consistency of whipped cream and the sugar is almost dissolved. It's ea

[CnD] Question about Macaroni and Cheese

Hi, Debbie, The heavy cream in the recipe, is there to help thicken the sauce. Because milk has less fat content, you probably can use it but won't get the same results as if you used the heavy cream. Experiment and see what you think. Happy Cooking, Alice --- This email has been checked for v

[CnD] cleaning pots.

Hi, Bill, Put a good handful of baking soda in the pot, then about two inches of water. Bring it to a boil and let it sit a few minutes. Whatever is burned on should come off easily then. I've never tried the dryer sheets, but that's another trick. Good luck. I think some things like lasagna

[CnD] Using hands.

Hi every one, When I was working as a Rehabilitation Teacher, I used to tell people that every good cook uses their hands to mix things like meatloaf, knead bread dough and that as long as hands are clean, it's okay. Cooking is an art that uses all five senses as well as intuition. So, use tho

[CnD] Onion Question.

Hi, All, Hope every one had a happy and blessed holiday. As to onions being chopped or sliced, if you want the onion to be more of a presence, then it should be sliced. If you want it to blend in with the rest of the ingredients, then chop it. Happy Cooking! Blessings, Alice

[CnD] Baking Frito Pie

Hi, Mary, Since everything in the pie is already cooked, my guess would be about 30 minutes, just to get everything hot and bubbly. Alice ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedar

[CnD] Frito Pie

Hi, I looked up Freto pie on the internet because I was curious. It is chili con carne topped with crushed Frito Corn chips and shredded cheddar cheese, then baked. I think you could use your favorite chili recipe and top it with corn chips and shredded cheese and you would have Frito Pie. Hope

[CnD] obscure replies

Kerry, To what are you referring in your message? Alice ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark

[CnD] pumpkin pie disaster.

Hi, Claudia, It sounds like you didn't leave out all of the eggs; if that's the case, your pies are probably fine. Can you refrigerate them to be sure they are set, or check that the filling is firm? Distractions in the kitchen are not good, but they happen sometimes. I made lemon bars one y

[CnD] Casserole question

Hi all, A casserole using ground beef requires cooking or browning the meat first, then adding it with the other ingredients to the casserole. Many chicken breast recipes also suggest browning them first then finishing the cooking in the oven. So, I would go with cooking or browning the meat f

[CnD] Turkey, separating skin from meat.

Hi, Gail, It isn't difficult really. Start at the opening in the front of the bird; you will begin to separate the skin from the breast meat; this is where the butter or bacon is needed. If you work carefully, you won't tear the skin; it comes away fairly easily. Good luck! Alice _

[CnD] Fingers and Forks.

Hi, Will, More often than not, pizza is a finger food. But there are some practical reasons for using a fork: if the pizza is very hot, it's easier to handle with a fork. Also, if there are a lot of toppings on the pizza, it may be necessary to use a fork to hold all of them. You are fine eat

[CnD] Baking potatoes in the microwave.

Hi, Brittany, It sounds to me like you are doing everything correctly. You may be over cooking the potato and drying it out. Try cooking for less time and letting the potato stand for three minutes or so before serving. A small to medium potato will take four to five minutes with a resting ti

[CnD] using what you have on hand.

Hi, Mary, You said you have frozen meatballs and tater tots in the freezer. What do you have in your pantry? Do you have pasta, spaghetti? Do you have a jar of spaghetti sauce? You could serve spaghetti and meatballs, keeping the tater tots for another time. It you have a can of cream of mu

[CnD] problems with baking.

Hi, Betty, It sounds like measuring cups and spoons are a step in solving whatever problems you had with the brownies. But, some more specifics would be helpful. Were you using a mix and perhaps didn't have good directions? Were you making them from scratch? Accurate measurements in baking a

[CnD] Braille overlays for microwave.

Hi, all, GE. will supply Braille overlays for some models. You need to call and give the model number and they will send them. It is a sheet with the individual stickers which then can be placed (with sighted help), on the right buttons. Once there, they are very helpful. I think the only w

[CnD] Mace and Nutmeg.

Hi all, For Charles: Mace in the context of the question asked about the taste, is referring to the spice, mace, which is the outside of the nutmeg. It has a flavor very similar to nutmeg, but more flowery and delicate. It is used in pickles and some cakes and cookies. I hope this clears u

[CnD] cooking with turkey

Hi, all, Certainly ground turkey can be substituted for ground beef, but because of the differences in color and texture, it needs some doctoring if you want it to look like ground beef. It will need some extra moisture, (a little oil and water or broth, and some extra seasoning: paprika, garl

[CnD] Whole wheat flour and all-purpose flour.

Hi, Blaine, Whole wheat flour contains wheat bran and is heavier than all-purpose flour. While you can use whole wheat flour in a recipe, you will get a very heavy cake (if that is what you are making). I would suggest freezing the whole wheat flour and using it in breads along with white flo

[CnD] baking breaded chicken.

Hi all. I think the length of time you bake breaded chicken depends on several things: whether the chicken is on the bone, how thick it is (chicken cutlets would take less time) and how many pieces you are cooking. So, if you have a talking thermometer, check the internal temperature of the mea

[CnD] Vegetarian salad ideas.

Hi, Nicole, I thought of something else. You can make a salad using quinoa with black beans and bell peppers with an Italian or vinaigrette dressing. It's simple and tasty. Blessings, Alice ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio

[CnD] herbs for salad.

Hi, Nicole, Are your friends vegan? If not, you could use an Italian dressing and some grated Parmesan cheese. A vinaigrette with dry mustard, some herbs, such as oregano, thyme basil and rosemary would be delicious. If your friends are vegan, of course, omit the grated cheese. I've never bee

[CnD] using apple juice

Hi, Allison, You can cook pork chops (praise them) in apple juice with herbs and spices of your choice, or use chicken breasts. You could also poach fruit to make a compote. Add a little to cooked oatmeal with cinnamon and raisins. Hope this helps. Blessings, Alice __

[CnD] Oven rack positions for baking.

Hi, Bill, Most baking and roasting recipes recommend the rack in the center of the oven for even heat distribution. Some recipes such as angel food cake, will specify the lowest rack. When in doubt I would bake on the center rack. If you are baking cookies many recipes suggest using the top

[CnD] writing errors in recipe.

Hi all, I think what is meant in the Blueberry cobbler recipe directions is "Pour batter over the butter. I also found another error in the abbreviation for teaspoon; it is written as "tst" and should be "tsp" Blessings, Alice ___ Cookinginthedark m

[CnD] Link to Nuwave Oven cookbook

For all who want this link, I'm not Gail, but here it is and it does work, because I downloaded the cook book. Blessings, Alice https://www.dropbox.com/s/t65lvy0h59syx80/nuwave%20cookbook.rtf ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.

[CnD] Grilling.

Hi, Allison, I would guess that you would cut the time in half, since the George Foreman grills both sides simultaneously. Also, I've found that as things cook, the sizzling slows down on the Foreman grill, so you can tell that way when things are done. Hope this helps. Blessings, Alice

[CnD] Soft foods.

Hi, Alex, What about tuna noodle casserole? You can add some frozen peas which would be soft for some vegetable with the noodles etc. Egg salad is another thought. Scrambled eggs flavored with herbs or mixed with mashed potatoes, cheese and a little onion powder can also make a lovely meal.

[CnD] distributing batter in cake pans.

Hi, Louise, Distributing batter in layer cake pans is not difficult, but takes some practice. All the tips you have received are correct. I would add, that I check the level often in each pan and pour some batter in one, then the other. You can also lift the pans to check the weight of each

[CnD] Hummus.

Hi, Teresa, The recipe I sent is a very basic one. It has three cloves of garlic in it. I'm sure you could add more if you wish. I'm sure there are many ways to vary the flavor, and other recipes if you search out Hummus on the internet. This one is tried and true though, and easy. Good Lu

[CnD] Hummus recipe.

The recipe calls for two cans total of chic peas, one drained and one with its liquid. Chic peas and garbanzo beans are the same thing. Hope this helps. Alice ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/l

[CnD] Hummus Recipe.

Hi, I made this recipe years ago; it is simple and delicious and was a hit at a party. Hummus, >From The Frugal Gourmet 1 15 Oz. can chic peas 1 15 Oz. can chic peas drained juice of 1 lemon 3 cloves garlic 1/2 cup tahini (ground sesame seeds) Combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend until

[CnD] Using food passed expiration date.

Hi, There was a question about hummus being used after the expiration date. My rule is "when in doubt, throw it out!" The expiration is usually a "sell by" date, so you may have a few days grace, but I wouldn't use anything I wasn't sure was still good. Blessings, Alice _

[CnD] Cooking eggs.

Hi, Nancy, Do you have another lid you can use that goes to another large pan? I think it would be difficult to use foil on a skillet cooking on top of the stove. A large lid or plate would work better. Hope this helps, Alice ___ Cookinginthedark ma

[CnD] Turkey soup

Hi, Blaine, I've never done turkey soup in a slow cooker, but if you have one big enough to hold the turkey carcass and enough water to cover it, I would think it would work well. Here is what I do for turkey soup; it isn't a recipe really, because I don't have exact measurements; it depends o

[CnD] Easy Divinity.

Hi, Bill, If the recipe says "sugar", I would assume it means granulated sugar. Usually, when a different type of sugar is required, the recipe will specify, brown sugar, confectioners sugar, etc. Blessings, Alice ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Co

[CnD] Split Pea Soup recipe.

Hi, Nicole, I haven't made split pea soup in a long time. My mother made it when she had a ham bone. The way I remember it is that she used a bag of split peas, an onion, chopped, a couple of whole cloves and the ham bone, which still had some meat on it. She would put everything in a big

[CnD] cleaning pans.

Hi, Bill, I know you have already gotten the pan clean. I find the best way to clean a burned pan is with baking soda and water. Put a big handful of baking soda in the pan and then about two inches of water. Bring this to a boil; turn the heat off and let the pan sit for a while. The burne

[CnD] Cleaning the Keurig Coffee maker.

Scott, You might try looking for distilled white vinegar. Heinz is a brand that is probably easily found. Don't use apple cider vinegar; it isn't the same thing. Hope this helps. Alice ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org h

[CnD] Recipe: Pumpkin Whoopie Pies.

Hi, Alex, This was posted to the list by Dixie in 2006. I've never made them, but they sound good and I'm sure you can add chocolate chips to them. Good Luck! Alice Pumpkin Whoopie Pies My kids start begging me for these cake-like sandwich cookies as soon as autumn arrives. I haven't med a

[CnD] Buttery Sour Cream Coffee Cake.

Hi, Kathy, This recipe sounds similar to one that I have made often. I would make it in a regular tube pan, because a cake when removed from a bundt pan isn't inverted, so the "bottom" becomes the "top". I would also omit the glaze, a matter of personal taste, as the cake is plenty sweet witho

[CnD] Shepherd's Pie.

Hi, Ellen, I searched out a recipe for Shepherd's pie on the internet. I'm not posting it, but it called for 1/2 cup beef broth and some Worcestershire sauce. I suspect that the seasoning mix is similar to a gravy mix so you could substitute the beef broth along with some black pepper and abo

[CnD] Pumpkin Pie Spice.

Hi, Gail, I also would add cloves to the pumpkin pie spice recipe. Cloves have a strong flavor, and can dominate, if too much is added, so I would be careful of the amount. I'd start with 1 teaspoon and see how you like it. Happy Cooking. Blessings, Alice __

[CnD] About the Guidelines.

Greg, The guidelines for the list were sent out on the first of the month for a long time. They are simple, and also provide information if you want to contact the owner of the list, or one of the moderators. Instructions for subscribing and unsubscribing are also provided. These are good re

[CnD] Foil and Parchment.

Hi, all, I've been following this thread about using foil in the oven. Foil is perfectly safe to use, to cover the top of a casserole, turkey or chicken, or to line a baking pan. It should never be used to cover the top part of a broiler because the grease from the meat has to drip down into

[CnD] baked Salmon recipe.

Hi all. I bake salmon at 350 for about 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillet. Before putting it in the oven, I put about a tablespoon of olive oil on it, then sprinkle it with dill weed, salt and pepper, then a little lemon juice. It is simple, but a hit every time. I like to

[CnD] Learning from a recipe.

Hi, Will, There has been a lot of talk on the list about your chicken with noodles. A chicken noodle casserole is a good basic recipe to have. If you can consult a cook book from Campbell's Soup, you will find many variations. If you try this one again, think about adding things like: garli

[CnD] Flipping objects in a pan.

Hi, to the one asking about flipping round objects in a frying pan, If you have a pair of tongs, they can be useful. To avoid frying, I bake things in the oven; that way you don't have to turn things over and they cook just fine. You can oven fry chicken, roast vegetables and even brown ground

[CnD] Zest.

Hi, every one, The zest is the surface of the citrus peel. Underneath it is a white pith that is soft and bitter. It is the part that will peel away when left behind on the fruit. Hope this helps. Alice ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginth

[CnD] More on orange zest.

Hi, Lisa, No question is silly. It's easier to get the zest from the orange if you leave it whole. After you zest it, the orange is perfectly good to eat or squeeze for juice; there is no waste. Hope this helps. Blessings, Alice ___ Cookinginthedar

[CnD] Zesting.

Hi, Lisa and every one, If you don't have a special tool for zesting, the grater is the thing to use. On a box grater use the side for fine grating. My mom used to use a vegetable brush to get all the zest out of the grater onto the wax paper before measuring it. Good luck and happy baking!

[CnD] Pumpkin Pie recipe.

Hi, Yes, it would be 1 16 Oz. can pumpkin in the "No-Bake Pumpkin Pie". Blessings, Alice ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark

[CnD] Recipe: No-Bake Pumpkin Pie

Hi, Here is the recipe I have for pumpkin pie using instant pudding. I've never made it, but have tasted it. Hope this is the one you wanted. Blessings, Alice No Bake Pumpkin Pie 1 cup milk 2 small boxes vanilla instant pudding 1 can pumpkin 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice Pour milk in bowl;

[CnD] Slow Cooker Hot cocoa

Hi, Shirley, Those first two ingredients are: 3/4 cups sugar and 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder. Hope this helps. Blessings, Alice ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark

[CnD] OT. Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving and Chanukah blessings to every one celebrating these two Holidays today. Hope everyone has a happy day with lots of good food and fellowship. Blessings, Alice ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio

[CnD] Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe.

Hi, Debbie, This was part of a post about a year ago. PUMPKIN PIE SPICE 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp ginger 1/4 tsp nutmeg 1/4 tsp cloves or allspice Mix well. Store in airtight containers. Personally, I would use 1/8 teaspoon each of cloves and allspice. Hope this helps. Blessings, Alice _

[CnD] Pumpkin Pie filling and plain pumpkin

Hi, Bill, Unfortunately, the ready made pumpkin pie filling is not interchangeable with plain canned pumpkin puree. The pie filling has other ingredients mixed with the pumpkin, namely, sugar, spices and milk. To make one pie, all you add are eggs. If you choose to use the canned pie filling

[CnD] About Chocolate Pecan Chewies.

Hi every one, I have this same recipe under a different name: Chocolate Fudge Candy Cookies. My recipe calls for 1-1/2 cups chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted. I have made it several times. They are not supposed to rise, but do spread a small amount while in the oven. The texture of the cook

[CnD] Recipe: Ooey gooey Caramel Cookies

Ooey Gooey Caramel Cookies Hi, I think this came from this list a few years ago, from Jan. I've made the recipe and took it to a church function. I think they were well received, and can vouch for their goodness; it's a keeper. This is a recipe that I got from the internet for the most delic

[CnD] using caramel pieces.

Hi, I have a recipe which I'll find and post, although I think I got it from this list, which uses caramels which you cut into small pieces and chocolate chips. The cookies are delicious. When you bake them, you need to line the baking sheets with parchment paper because the cookies are stick

[CnD] Potatoes.

Hi, Mary, My roasted potatoes are easy. You need: for 2 potatoes, about 2 tablespoons of oil, (You can use olive or canola). about 1 teaspoon salt, black pepper to taste, thyme, oregano, rosemary and parmesan cheese if you like. Slice the potatoes and toss them with the oil and spices. Arr

[CnD] Bourbon Pumpkin Pecan Pie.

Hi, Here is what I understand about this recipe from reading the directions. 3 tablespoons of bourbon are added to the pie filling; two tablespoons are added to the topping of butter and pecans mixed with brown sugar; the final two tablespoons are used to create flaming pie for a great but b

[CnD] Toasting English Muffins

Hi, Nicole, I have a toaster oven that has an automatic timer; the length of time determines how dark the toast is. That being said, my guess for time and temperature in the oven would be 450 degrees for about five minutes. You want a hot oven to crisp the outside of the English muffin. Hope

[CnD] Request for Red Beans and Rice Recipe.

Hi, Nicole, So far, I have found two recipes for red beans and rice. One is in the New York Times Cook book, (Revised Edition) It is available from Learning Ally (formerly known as Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic). The other recipe is in The A Taste of Home cook book, available from the s

[CnD] Making Tacos, browning meat.

Holly, One thing that might be helpful is to use a deep skillet, or large pot if you don't have that. You will then have room to stir the meat without fear of spilling it all over the stove. A good sturdy wooden spoon helps too. As ground meat browns, it begins to separate and feel granular.

[CnD] Water Bath for Cheese cake.

Hi, Alex, I would do a practice run, not using the oven, but putting your spring form in the pan you are going to use for the water bath, then measuring cold water into the pan to see how much you will need to bring the water to the desired depth in the pan. Boil that much water when you make

[CnD] Mashed Potatoes.

Hi, All, Some one questioned putting tuna in mashed potatoes. Actually, it isn't as far-fetched as it sounds at first. Cod fish cakes are popular in New England and in the Mediterranean. Dried, salted cod fish is used. The fish is soaked over night and rinsed several times, then added to ma

[CnD] Appearance of cakes.

Hi, Lisa and List, This has nothing to do with microwave cakes, but I'll share this baking story with you. Years ago I made a coconut cake with a chocolate top for a family gathering. The chocolate top was made by adding cocoa to some of the cake batter and putting it in the bottom of the bun

[CnD] Working with Tomatoes.

Hi, Nancy, and List, To core a tomato, using the point of a paring knife, cut at a 45 degree angle around the stem, going toward the center of the tomato. You will end up with a piece, tapering to a point with the stem end being the widest. If you are slicing a tomato, there is no need to rem

Re: [CnD] test message.

Hi, Benjamin, Thanks for your reply. I guess my test message came through. I've just tried again to post the recipe and it hasn't come through yet. So, the mystery remains unsolved. Blessings, Alice ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthe

[CnD] test message.

Hi, all, I have tried twice to post a recipe and it hasn't gone through. Please let me know if this message is received. I'll reply ASAP. so as not to fill the list with a lot of replies. Thanks, Alice ___ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthed

[CnD] Baking soda, Baking Powder and Yeast.

Hi, all, To the one who asked the question about the difference between the three leavenings in the subject line: yeast is used in breads that require kneading and a long rising time. The yeast feeds on the sugar in the dough and creates small bubbles which cause the dough to rise. Baking so

[CnD] special recipes needed.

Hi, Tom, There are some simple things you can do to cut back on carbohydrates and fats. If you get too hung up on exchanges it will be hard to continue because you will become frustrated. Exercise common sense when planning meals: have two vegetables and eliminate the potatoes and bread for

[CnD] fold in or stir?

Hi, Brittany, There is no need to be embarrassed about your question. Folding in usually involves something with lots of air in it like beaten egg whites or whipped cream, in this case, the fruit salad, whipped topping. When folding in egg whites or whipped topping, use a slotted spoon or rubb

[CnD] Peanut butter cookie recipe.

Hi, Brittany,, I have a similar recipe for peanut butter cookies. In it, you roll the cookies in granulated sugar, bake for 10 to 12 minutes at 375 and place a Hershey kiss in the center of each one when you remove the cookies from the oven. Other peanut butter cookie recipes tell you to flatt

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