Re: [CnD] Steamed Pork in Egg Custard

2010-01-08 Thread leverenz
do you think this could be baked in the oven in a water bath? I don't have a steamer called for but thought with it being a custard? thanks for any ideas Dee - Original Message - From: gail johnson mama-g...@samobile.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, January 08, 2010

Re: [CnD] Split Pea Recipe Request

2010-01-03 Thread leverenz
I don't have a recipe but just wing it but for sure do not soak split peas - Original Message - From: Keith Watson tk.wat...@verizon.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Sunday, January 03, 2010 4:07 PM Subject: [CnD] Split Pea Recipe Request Does anyone have a good split pea

[CnD] split pea soup

2010-01-03 Thread leverenz
Here is a recipe that should give you a place to start. I don't care for split pea soup done in the crock pot because the peas never seem to break down and I like my split pea soup thick. I just would follow this recipe (use some ham or smoke turkey wings or legs in place of the ham hock) but

Re: [CnD] blind mice mart

2010-01-02 Thread leverenz
:24 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] blind mice mart I'm having a bit of email issues today, but can still do web sites with no problems I haven't checked out that particular one though.. - Original Message - From: leverenz lever...@cpws.net To: c n d cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Monday

Re: [CnD] bounce, confirm, bounce confirm, what fun!

2009-12-30 Thread leverenz
me too Tim - Original Message - From: Trouble troub...@columbus.rr.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Wednesday, December 30, 2009 8:15 AM Subject: [CnD] bounce, confirm, bounce confirm, what fun! Wish this mail server actually worked! Maybe acb should get a real email

[CnD] freeze ahead snacks

2009-12-30 Thread leverenz
Not sure what you are looking for in the way of snacks or for adults or kids, but with some minor prep these can be made, frozen and pulled out at will. Cheesy dog bites can be frozen ahead 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon Hungarian sweet paprika (use whatever) 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 pound

[CnD] Chicken and salsa wraps easy and quick

2009-12-30 Thread leverenz
Chicken and salsa wraps Garnish with gwockamolie or sour cream 2 teaspoons oil ¼ cup chopped onions 1 cup mild salsa 1-1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1-1/3 cups shredded cooked chicken (I use the chicken in a can llike tuna) 2 (12 ounce) refrigerated biscuit roll tubes 350

[CnD] buffalo cheese bites an easy cracker thing

2009-12-30 Thread leverenz
Buffalo Cheese Bites 3 oz. Colby Monterey Jack Cheese (or your favorite type) 1/2 cup finely chopped cooked chicken breast (use that canned chicken) 2 Tbsp. hot pepper sauce for Buffalo wings or to taste 24 RITZ Crackers 2 Tbsp. Blue Cheese Dressing CUT cheese into 12 slices; cut each

[CnD] easy Baked cheese spread from Paula Deen

2009-12-30 Thread leverenz
Baked cheese spread Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. 2 cups mayonnaise 2 cups grated Colby cheese 2 cups chopped onion Dash hot red pepper sauce Dash Worcestershire sauce Mix all ingredients together and place in a pie plate or any baking dish. Bake until golden brown on top, approximately

Re: [CnD] Ham Stuffed Manicotti

2009-12-29 Thread leverenz
Message - From: leverenz lever...@cpws.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Tuesday, December 29, 2009 9:45 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Ham Stuffed Manicotti Jan, I have never gotten the hang of stuffing pasta whether it be shells or manicotti. I have tried under cooking and still

[CnD] blind mice mart

2009-12-28 Thread leverenz
Is anyone else having trouble getting on the blind mice mart site? I was on earlier with no prob checking out sales and adding to that wish list, but when I went to add something to my shopping cart no go and ever since then cannot get back to the site at all. Wonder if I missed some sort of

Re: [CnD] cooking a goose

2009-12-23 Thread leverenz
I think that is the same as duck. duck has no white meat and is very greasy. - Original Message - From: Barbara Dahm dahm4...@rogers.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Wednesday, December 23, 2009 11:15 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] cooking a goose Hi Barbara I cooked a goose once,

Re: [CnD] flipping pancakes

2009-12-22 Thread leverenz
I was a terrible pancake turner over and maker, (had tried many recipes scratch and boxed)until one of my blind sisters gave me her recipe which turns out great every time and she does one at a time using a one third measuring cup... I knew I had a winner when my 2 grandsons finally ate them

Re: [CnD] Silicone?

2009-12-20 Thread leverenz
well, I find myself still greasing my silicone pans. I also found the secret to unmolding things is to let it cool completely which is unlike most traditional pans that say cool 10 minutes then unmold etc However, someone recently posted a sort of pecan pie which used regular size cupcake

Re: [CnD] Silicone?

2009-12-20 Thread leverenz
The only thing I have noticed is that I have a silicone pad? It was to be used placed on a cookie sheet and I do not care for that at all. I use it if I have just a few more cookies to use and do not want to use parchment paper but I do notice that whenever I use that pad I do get an odd

[CnD] cocoa wedding cakes

2009-12-16 Thread leverenz
I make these every year and use regular size chips. I can see how the mini ones would be good in this too. Cocoa wedding cakes yield 4-1/2 dozen 1 cup pecans 1/2 cups confectioners sugar and more for rolling in after cooking 1 cup cold butter cut up no substitutions 1 teaspoon vanilla

[CnD] sifting

2009-12-15 Thread leverenz
I find myself more not sifting unless I know the recipe is to be very delicate. However Giada De Laurentiis (food network TV) had an interesting hint so take it or leave it... She was making a cranberry cake. After chopping the dried cranberries, she put them into a fine sieve and then put

[CnD] confecgtioner's sugar vs powdered sugar from a blog

2009-12-15 Thread leverenz
I just want to say all comments below are from the contributers not from me, Dee hope this helps Dee confectioners' sugar and powdered sugar are the same thing - there is no difference. This sugar is also sometimes called 10X sugar. 10X sugar refers to the number of time the sugar is processed

[CnD] candy thermometers

2009-12-13 Thread leverenz
Hi all, I notice that folks send out recipes using candy thermometers and wondering are there any out there blind friendly? Or are there some cooks out there good at doing the cold water soft ball, crack ball stage thing; and if yes could you pass on some of your hints on how you do this. I

Re: [CnD] candy thermometers

2009-12-13 Thread leverenz
Subject: Re: [CnD] candy thermometers I got one from blind mice mart. - Original Message - From: leverenz lever...@cpws.net To: c n d cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Sunday, December 13, 2009 11:20 AM Subject: [CnD] candy thermometers Hi all, I notice that folks send out recipes

[CnD] pecan butter balls

2009-12-12 Thread leverenz
Pecan butter balls 1 stick margarine softened 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup flour 1 cup finely chopped pecans With hands, mix all ingredients until well blended Form into one-inch balls Bake 325 for 20-25 minutes or until set but not brown After cooled roll in

[CnD] pecan sandies

2009-12-12 Thread leverenz
Pecan Sandies, prep 40 minutes bake 20-25 minutes per batch: Makes about 4 dozen: I made these using my cookie scooper and only got about 18 cookies ½ cup pecans or wallnuts 1/4 cup powdered sugar 6 tablespoons butter cut up (no substitutions) 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup all purpose

[CnD] south pacific? White Chip And Macadamia Nut Coffeecake

2009-12-11 Thread leverenz
White Chip And Macadamia Nut Coffeecake • 6 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened • 3/4 cup granulated sugar • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar • 2 cups all-purpose flour • 2 teaspoons baking powder • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1-1/4 cups milk • 1 egg • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • WHITE

[CnD] this was posted previously Hawaiian Mood Cookies

2009-12-11 Thread leverenz
Hawaiian Mood Cookies cream 1/2 Cup Butter 1 Small Package Creamed Cheese (4 oz) add 1 Cup Sugar add slightly beaten 2 Eggs gradually add until light and fluffy 2-1/2 Cups Flour 2 teaspoons Baking Powder 1 teaspoon Baking Soda 1/2 teaspoon Salt add stirring gently 1/2 Cup Maraschino

[CnD] Aloha Bundt Cake

2009-12-11 Thread leverenz
Aloha Bundt Cake 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon cinnamon 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil 3 eggs, beaten 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple (with juice) 12 maraschino cherries, drained and halved 4 bananas, chopped (about

Re: [CnD] Question about sprinkling andDrizzling chocolate, glazes, or crumbs, on pies, cakes, puddings, and seasonings or crumbs on meat or casseroles etc.

2009-12-10 Thread leverenz
well, this is one of those trial and error things. I most often still get seasonings on the dish, on the counter, on the stove and on me! As far as drizzling, just use a fork or whatever is handy for you, and then just follow a pattern. Really it usually looks better than you might think. If

[CnD] cornmeal wreaths

2009-12-09 Thread leverenz
Cornmeal wreaths First let me say that I did not follow decorating ideas. I used my cookie scoop, made a hole with finger not all the way through, but I did freeze them as suggested then baked about 12 minutes. I got a few more than they said. I mainly put the hole/indention in them so I

[CnD] tart pan vs spring form pan

2009-12-09 Thread leverenz
I need some opinions. I have never seena tart pan but I do have a spring form pan. I have a recipe that calls for a 9 inch tart pan with removable bottom. Do you think a spring form pan would work? And what does a tart pan look like? thanks Dee love lightens all difficulties and sweetens

Re: [CnD] tart pan vs spring form pan

2009-12-09 Thread leverenz
Of leverenz Sent: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 8:45 AM To: c n d Subject: [CnD] tart pan vs spring form pan I need some opinions. I have never seena tart pan but I do have a spring form pan. I have a recipe that calls for a 9 inch tart pan with removable bottom. Do you think a spring form pan would

Re: [CnD] CRANBERRY ALMOND LOAF

2009-12-06 Thread leverenz
In this recipe, do you only make one layer of batter, spread with some of the cranberry sauce, top with almonds then more batter on top and then do the same for the other loaf? Or do you make multiple layers in each loaf? (thinnner layers of batter)? thanks Dee - Original Message -

[CnD] banana pudding

2009-12-04 Thread leverenz
I am not sure this is what you are looking for but in the south (USA) folks call this banana pudding, but coming from the north I would call this banana cream pie. When I made this the first time, home grown southerners said just like my Mama makes. Banana Pudding Prep Time: 1 hourYield: 8

Re: [CnD] Zesty Cranberry Lemon Cookies

2009-12-04 Thread leverenz
What was the frosting recipe? thanks Dee - Original Message - From: Jan Bailey jb021...@keycomputing.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Friday, December 04, 2009 6:24 AM Subject: [CnD] Zesty Cranberry Lemon Cookies Zesty Cranberry Lemon Cookies Cranberry and lemon star in

Re: [CnD] Biscochitos (pronounced bisco chee toes)

2009-12-02 Thread leverenz
2 questions is the anise the extract (liquid) cinnamon on one side only does that side face up or down on the cookie sheet thanks Dee - Original Message - From: Jan Bailey jb021...@keycomputing.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 6:10 AM Subject:

Re: [CnD] simple steak marrinade

2009-12-01 Thread leverenz
Walt the best info I ever received about marinades is this... think acid for the tenderizing... vinegar, lemon, orange or lime juice wine or tequila etc anything acid is what breaks down the meats think oil for moisture... any type of oil think seasoning... anything added to the acid

[CnD] Fiery Cajun shrimp via Paula Deen

2009-12-01 Thread leverenz
Keith, I forgot to tell you that I also use several garlic cloves pressed with a garlic press into the butter mixture... how could I have forgotten garlic!! and me the daughter of Tony Annerino! Fiery Cajun shrimp via Paula Deen 2 cups (4 sticks) melted butter 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce

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

2009-12-01 Thread leverenz
Keith sounds terrific!!! - Original Message - From: Keith Watson tk.wat...@verizon.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org; tk.wat...@verizon.net Sent: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 5:14 PM Subject: Re: [CnD] Shrimp with what's on hand Oops, forgot to include the pound of frozen shrimp to

Re: [CnD] Cranberry Pound Cake With Cranberry Glaze

2009-11-28 Thread leverenz
Jan, I love cranberries and all recipes using them. I buy as many bags when they are fresh in the store and freeze for use all year long.. in fact I have my last several bags from last year and will have to get to replenishing my supply! I am just checking about the ginger amount. recipe

Re: [CnD] Cranberry Pound Cake With Cranberry Glaze

2009-11-28 Thread leverenz
Cake With Cranberry Glaze No I haven't made it, but I'd only put in 2 teaspoons. I think that would be plenty. Jan - Original Message - From: leverenz lever...@cpws.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, November 28, 2009 11:47 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Cranberry

Re: [CnD] Make Ahead Turkey Gravy

2009-11-25 Thread leverenz
I make a very similar recipe only brown in a pan then cook over night in a crock pot thus no skimming of foam, strain make the gravy and it sits in my freezer waiting to be thawed on turkey day... this and crock pot mashed potatoes made days before and stress levels down to none! -

Re: [CnD] [Bulk] Thickening Stew

2009-11-24 Thread leverenz
Thanks for these hints, some I would have never thought of. I have used the vegetable puree for thickening and it works really well. Carrots seem to work the best and adds a nice color so I am told. I have made soups, taken out all the vegetables and pureed them then back into the broth and

Re: [CnD] fritata recipes

2009-11-23 Thread leverenz
What makes her pans unable to go intothe oven? if it is just that the handles are not oven proof... your friend can double foil them and they should be fine. I have to do that with my pans that are not cast iron. - Original Message - From: Andrew niven ani...@ihug.co.nz To:

Re: [CnD] coconut pie wanted

2009-11-22 Thread leverenz
Penny, Do you think your method of putting a cookie sheet on the shelf above the pie to prevent over browning would work if just the crust was over browning, or would that prevent the filling also from finishing baking? I am talking about other pies not this one in particular. thanks Dee

Re: [CnD] Egg Nog Cream Pie TNT

2009-11-22 Thread leverenz
However, in the direction it says not only use the remaining 1/4 cup flour but also add the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar so? So do you think you only used the 1/4 cup sugar or 1/2 cup sugar (adding flour amount to sugar amount?) - Original Message - From: Dixie blueher...@sbcglobal.net

[CnD] monkey bread

2009-11-22 Thread leverenz
I hope this is what you are referring to. This first recipe is the one I make: Four 10 ounce cans of buttermilk biscuits (those wop’em kindkind) You wop the package on the side of the counter ¾ cups of margarine melted 1-1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon cinnamon Cut biscuits

Re: [CnD] a marshmallow take on this recipe Oreo Truffles

2009-11-21 Thread leverenz
A different take on this recipe is that you use peanut butter chips (same amount) and the shortening (same amount and same method) Cut large marshmallows in half and dip into the peanut butter chip shortening mix. To cover up my finger prints off the top of the marshmellow as I get it off the

[CnD] coconut pie prep about 10 minutes

2009-11-21 Thread leverenz
Coconut pie, prep 10 minutes bake about 40 minutes 1 cup milk 1 tablespoon flour ½ stick melted margarine 2 beaten eggs 1 cup coconut 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 unbaked pie shell Preheat oven 400 Mix everything together (I use fork) and pour into the unbaked pie shell

[CnD] roll cakes

2009-11-20 Thread leverenz
Hello, I am wondering if anyone has made the types of cakes that you make usually in 15x10 pan, (like the one Jan sent earlier) that you roll and then fill. I have several recipes that call for this method but have never tried one myself. I am just wondering if anyone has any hints that work

Re: [CnD] Making omelets.

2009-11-19 Thread leverenz
You are right it is not folded in half which is the problem with omelets for many of us. The way this is done is that it should pretty much slide right out of the pan for you and if you made a large one you can cut it. I personally like to cut it wiht my pizza cutter in wedges, but depending

[CnD] omelets and broiling

2009-11-18 Thread leverenz
Blain, I don't try to flip omelets any more I make frittatas, which is an omelet begun on the stove top and finished off in the oven. Some will say put under broiler others have you bake to finish them off. I make these all the time even for company. Get your eggs ready as if you were

Re: [CnD] help with ingredient tamale pie

2009-11-12 Thread leverenz
that you do like it. It freezes quite nicely, and you can reheat it in the microwave for 7 to 8 minutes, then let stand 2 minutes. (I forgot to mention that in the original post.)Jennifer On 11/11/09, leverenz lever...@cpws.net wrote: Jennifer This sounded pretty darn good. I was surprised how

[CnD] repost october fest

2009-11-12 Thread leverenz
I have some how deleted the recipe everyone has referred to as October fest casserole or something like that, but with so many that have made it and liked I really would appreciate if someone could take the time to repost. thanks and sorry for the need for the repost Dee Any idiot can face a

Re: [CnD] repost october fest

2009-11-12 Thread leverenz
the crock pot, cover and cook on LOW heat setting for 7 hours. * Note: Cover and cook on low for stovetop, for 2 hours. -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of leverenz Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2009 4

[CnD] Midwestern-Style Beer Brats

2009-11-12 Thread leverenz
Midwestern-Style Beer Brats 6 bratwurst sausages 6 cups lager beer or whatever type you have 2 large onions, sliced, divided 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 red or green bell peppers, cored and sliced Salt and freshly ground black pepper 6 bratwurst buns or hoagie rolls, split lengthwise Mustard

[CnD] beer recipes in case beer ain't your favorite!

2009-11-12 Thread leverenz
Ok boys, I hear ya about the beer and brats... just think how you are depriving those poor bratss their final pleasures! However, if beer is not one of your favorite flavors, it isn't mine but I can drink these following beer drinks with no problems at all... Beer lime Cocktail 1 (6-pack)

Re: [CnD] PECAN PIE BARS

2009-11-11 Thread leverenz
does it make a difference if you use dark or light corn syrup? I know they both have different flavors. Well, light corn syrup really has no taste to me so just wondering thanks Dee - Original Message - From: Marilyn DeWeese mldeweese1...@verizon.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org

Re: [CnD] brown sugar

2009-11-10 Thread leverenz
I have never used the soft bread method but I have used a slice of fresh apple placed inside a closed container and this will actually make the brown unhard... is that such a word? - Original Message - From: sharon howerton shrn...@att.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent:

Re: [CnD] Cloves

2009-11-10 Thread leverenz
it says for cloves, Jinjer comes in cloves? blaine - Original Message - From: leverenz lever...@cpws.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Saturday, November 07, 2009 8:09 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] Upside-Down Apple Gingerbread Recipe A little hint for inverting upsidedown cakes

Re: [CnD] Labeling Frozen Foods

2009-11-10 Thread leverenz
I do the same thing Jan does, but the problem I have is my fingers get so cold then I have a hard time reading! *smile* I sometimes cut the 3x5 cards in half and use them that way. I try to also print out the name on the same card, otherwise I can never send eyeballs out to look for

Re: [CnD] Labelling frozen food

2009-11-10 Thread leverenz
Sheila... I'm totally impressed! really no kidding! That is really organized.. my hat's off to you and good ideas Dee - Original Message - From: Sheila Rieger ze...@telus.net To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 2:22 PM Subject: [CnD] Labelling frozen food

[CnD] chocolate

2009-11-08 Thread leverenz
Types of chocolates = Q: Can you explain the different types of chocolate used for baking? A: Not so long ago, the best way to ensure getting good chocolate was to buy a European brand with a high cocoa-butter content, but American makers have moved beyond milk chocolate into some world-class

[CnD] shiny, golden brown or sparkly pie crusts

2009-11-07 Thread leverenz
You can also use the first 2 ideas for the tops of bread. I don't get it but eyeballs really notice the difference in appearance when I do any of these following things? go figure? before baking Shiny top pie crust = Brush top of crust with lightly beaten egg white Golden brown top pie

Re: [CnD] Kellogg's® Rice Krispies Treats® Origi nal

2009-11-04 Thread leverenz
I am wondering if anyone else has the same problems I do making these things... they never are as thick or fluffy or soft as the ones you can buy already made... usually they come in a box individually wrapped. Dee - Original Message - From: Dixie blueher...@sbcglobal.net To: Cooking

[CnD] easy potato bake

2009-10-31 Thread leverenz
Here is another potato bake recipe that is easy and versatile. Easy potato casserole Yield 8 accompaniment servings 2 cups whole milk 1 tablespoon corn starch 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper 1 bag 32 ounces frozen diced hash brown potatoes southern style Half teaspoon salt 1 cup

[CnD] South Georgia caviar

2009-10-31 Thread leverenz
This is a Paula Deen recipe (food network), but I have made this a lot. I like to use this recipe both with chips and as a side dish replacing your typical 3-bean salad. It is really best if allowed to sit and blend flavors over night. This will last a long time in the fridge! South Georgia

[CnD] for drew? flipping and crisping

2009-10-30 Thread leverenz
Drew, I do a lot of oven fried things i.e. bake instead of frying, that is why I wondered about the crisper flipper item. I have no trouble with chicken breasts etc but turning all the French fries in a pan is a pain and sometimes fish because of its tenderness can be tricky too. Even when I

[CnD] cranberry mousse very easy

2009-10-30 Thread leverenz
I have made this for 30 years every Thanksgiving and it is loved by all. the nice thing is that it can be made way ahead of time Cranberry mousse 1 cup cranberry juice cocktail 1 3 ounce raspberry or cranberry jello 1 16 ounce can jellied cranberry sauce 1 cup heavy cream Bring juice and

Re: [CnD] might help in cooking

2009-10-29 Thread leverenz
: leverenz lever...@cpws.net To: c n d cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 6:33 AM Subject: [CnD] might help in cooking I just read about this item and thought I would pass this info along. Sounds like a good idea to me, but if anyone has this item or something like

Re: [CnD] ZIPLOC OMELETS

2009-10-28 Thread leverenz
this is exactly the same recipe I have, and use. Dee - Original Message - From: Helen Whitehead hwhiteh...@cogeco.ca To: cooking-in-the-dark cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 6:50 AM Subject: [CnD] ZIPLOC OMELETS ZIPLOC OMELETS (This works great!

Re: [CnD] ZIPLOC OMELETS

2009-10-28 Thread leverenz
nope - Original Message - From: Dustin djbigred2...@hotmail.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 11:54 AM Subject: Re: [CnD] ZIPLOC OMELETS Won't the zip lock bags melt? -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org

Re: [CnD] ZIPLOC OMELETS

2009-10-28 Thread leverenz
] ZIPLOC OMELETS What type do I buy, and how big? -Original Message- From: cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org [mailto:cookinginthedark-boun...@acbradio.org] On Behalf Of leverenz Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 12:11 PM To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Subject: Re: [CnD] ZIPLOC

Re: [CnD] vegetable peeler recommendation please

2009-10-27 Thread leverenz
I hear ya sister! Husband has me looking on line for Christmas ideas and/or shopping and so far is kind of going one present for them and one for me!! too funny! Dee - Original Message - From: Penny Reeder penny.ree...@gmail.com To: cookinginthedark@acbradio.org Sent: Monday, October

Re: [CnD] Chicken Tetrazzini

2009-10-27 Thread leverenz
They usually mean very finely chopped, but I use my garlic press a lot for when minced is called for. We are huge garlic eaters down here in Tennessee USA, so never really taste a difference between minced or pressed. The only time I chop my garlic is when I am going to sauté it, either alone

Re: [CnD] quick and easy garlic bread

2009-10-27 Thread leverenz
Not exactly sure what you are asking but try this... melt some butter and/or margarine in a pan or microwave, add some garlic to it maybe minced or pressed let it infuse for a while then just toast your bread and slather the garlic butter on it... hmm? now I'm hungry and it is only 7 AM here!

[CnD] for cecily ballenger about southern pecan cake

2009-10-27 Thread leverenz
Your recipe for southern pecan chocolate cake was given about October 9 and I am wondering if you find it better to chop the nuts, (rough or fine) or leave them halved? Thanks Dee Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass; It's about learning to dance in the rain. Scanned by the

Re: [CnD] Frying eggs?

2009-10-27 Thread leverenz
I fry mine up with butter then cover, and I don't flip any more. If folks want over easy or over medium I let them their own. My eggs always end up half out of the pan... I personally don't mine sunny side up either! I wow guests with frittatas! *smile* I do have a cool recipe that really

[CnD] meatball appetizers

2009-10-26 Thread leverenz
This recipe is one of the easiest but tastiest meatball recipes I have made. It can easily be cut in half or increased in size. It is done in a crock pot which makes serving even easier for big receptions. I usually have a slotted serving spoon to dish it on to plates and then have

[CnD] sausage balls

2009-10-26 Thread leverenz
Sausage balls although I got this recipe from Jimmy dean Italian bulk sausage package, I put () around personal changes 2 pounds Italian sausage (half hot and half mild) 1-1/2 cups biscuit mix like bisquick ½ cup finely chopped onion ½ cup finely chopped green pepper (didn’t use) ½

Re: [CnD] vegetable peeler recommendation please

2009-10-26 Thread leverenz
My son just bought me one of these while at Gatlynburg TN, and I absolutely love it! I had tossed out the info card so really great that you had the name and place to buy these. I want to buy some for 2 of my other blind sisters... best one I have ever used in 36 years of marriage! highly

[CnD] appetizer

2009-10-26 Thread leverenz
Patricia, Here is another quick idea and easy appetizer. This one is easy to fix up if their are eyeballs around. I had the fixings and my daughter-in-law and one other woman were able to put a bunch of them together in no time... like minutes... I was struglging a bit doing them. I was

[CnD] Fluffy Raspberry Salad Serves 32-40.

2009-10-26 Thread leverenz
Fluffy Raspberry Salad Serves 32-40. 3 (3 ounce) boxes raspberry gelatin 2 (3 ounce) boxes orange gelatin 5 cups boiling water 4 (10 ounce) packages frozen sweetened raspberries do not use the sweetened kind I think it would be way too sweet, I also think I used about a bag less raspberries

[CnD] Coq au vin a chicken stew

2009-10-26 Thread leverenz
Coq au vin a chicken stew serve over noodles or with crusty bread total time 30 minutes makes four main dish servings 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 carrots chopped 1 medium onion chopped 1 package (10 ounces) sliced mushrooms 2 garlic cloves crushed with garlic press 2 pounds small bone in

[CnD] Chicken Marsala via Olive Garden

2009-10-26 Thread leverenz
Chicken Marsala via Olive Garden 4 Chicken half breasts - boneless, skinless 1/4 C. cake flour 1/2 tsp. Salt 1/2 tsp. Oregano 4 Tbsp. Oil 4 Tbsp. Butter 1/2 tsp. Pepper 1 C. Fresh Mushrooms, sliced 1/2 C. Marsala Wine Combine flour, salt, pepper, and oregano in a shallow dish. Heat the oil and