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Messages In This Digest (22 Messages) 1. Brownies Obama From: Harvey
2a. Re: preservatives for rice,grains etc.can anybody help. From: Angela
2b. Re: preservatives for rice,grains etc.can anybody help. From: Bruce Wood
2c. Re: preservatives for rice,grains etc.can anybody help. From: mthrntr7@aol.com
2d. preservatives for rice,grains etc.can anybody help. From: Rita
2e. Re: preservatives for rice,grains etc.can anybody help. From: Gail
3. Cinnamon Crackle Cookies From: Sharon Capps
4a. Banana Poppy Seed Muffins From: jacqueline austin
5. Glazed Ham Loaf From: Sandy U.
6. Cheddar Bacon Sandwich From: Sandy U.
7. Angel Food Cake with Strawberry Ice Cream From: jacqueline austin
8. Monterey Wraps From: jacqueline austin
9. Creamy Parmesan Broccoli From: jacqueline austin
10. Christmas Cake From: Trudy
11a. Cheesy Chicken Chowder From: Trudy
12. Almond Cherry Biscotti From: Trudy
13. Pecan Meltaways From: Trudy
14. Cranberry Banana Nut Bread From: Trudy
15. Lemon Carrots From: Trudy
16. Parmesan Cheese Bites From: Trudy
17. American Steak Fries with Coriander Seeds From: Harvey
18. Anchovy Grilled Salmon Steaks From: cookwithnanees View All Topics | Create New Topic Messages 1. Brownies Obama
Posted by: "Harvey" hjohnm@att.net harveyjohnmorris
Sat Aug 23, 2008 3:10 pm (PDT)
Brownies Obama
1/2 cup butter, plus more for pan
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 ounces dark chocolate, coarsely chopped
1 ounce semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
confectioners' sugar for dusting
Preheat oven to 350F degrees. Butter 8-inch square pan and line
bottom with parchment paper. Leave an overhang on two sides. Butter
paper and set pan aside.
In medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set
aside.
Place butter and chocolates in large heatproof bowl set over a
saucepan of simmering water. Heat until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes.
Stir occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in sugars, eggs,
vanilla, and flour mixture. Transfer batter to prepared pan and
smooth top.
Bake until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean,
approximately 30 to 35 minutes. Set pan on a wire rack and let cool
completely. Using paper overhang, life brownies onto a cutting board
and cut into squares. Dust with confectioners' sugar after cutting
and serve.
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2a. Re: preservatives for rice,grains etc.can anybody help.
Posted by: "Angela" homefire@austin.rr.com polara8
Sat Aug 23, 2008 3:11 pm (PDT)
I use boric acid mixed with honey to eliminate ants in my pantry. I can find
it at Walgreen's also Wal-mart. Like you, I buy big bags of rice (20#)
because it is cheaper that way - we go through that in a month, though.
If you can't find boric acid, maybe invest in a plastic sealed container for
grains. That would also protect from damp.
Good luck !!
Oba'san
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2b. Re: preservatives for rice,grains etc.can anybody help.
Posted by: "Bruce Wood" brucewood@d-web.com
Sat Aug 23, 2008 3:11 pm (PDT)
HI,
I have found boric acid readily available in drugs store in my area however I don't use that much and not for food preservation.
What I have done for all of my staples like rice, flour, pasta, etc is to buy one gallon plastic storage containers at Smart & Final. They are inexpensive at only a couple of dollars per container. They also come in two smaller sizes that I also use for other items. I have also bought standardized size plastic and glass jars for all of my spices. I find that having standard sizes really make things easier to store. I have built a spice rack that is specifically sized for my bottles.
Bruce Wood
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To: dailyrecipes@ yahoogroups. com
Sent: Friday, August 22, 2008 04:56 PM
Subject: [dailyrecipes] preservatives for rice,grains etc.can anybody help.
in Asia Boric Acid is freely used as preservative for rice,wheat and
grains.However in U.S.A. all the leading Pharmacies have no stock.For
a small family a 5 kg.rice bag lasts condiderable period.In the
meantime ants and the kind attack it.
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2c. Re: preservatives for rice,grains etc.can anybody help.
Posted by: "mthrntr7@aol.com" mthrntr7@aol.com
Sun Aug 24, 2008 4:37 am (PDT)
I don't know how big a bag of rice you are talking about. But, I usually
freeze or refrigerate things like that. It's worth a try.
Jeannie in Ca.
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2d. preservatives for rice,grains etc.can anybody help.
Posted by: "Rita" rizita@yahoo.com rizita
Sun Aug 24, 2008 4:38 am (PDT)
I use a Bay Leaf or 2 in my flour containers to keep away pest, but not sure if it works for rice, because we don't use very much of it. Couldn't hurt to give it a try, though. My mama taught me this years ago and it has always worked for me.
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2e. Re: preservatives for rice,grains etc.can anybody help.
Posted by: "Gail" luv2cook@nethere.com tmom31
Sun Aug 24, 2008 4:40 pm (PDT)
Boric acid has been found to be toxic for human consumption.
I put all grains, flours, beans etc. in the freezer for several days to
kill all insect eggs. Then remove, bring to room temp and dry and seal
in airtight bugproof containers. I use recycled tubs, jars, coffee tins etc.
vdsabnis wrote:
> in Asia Boric Acid is freely used as preservative for rice,wheat and
> grains.However in U.S.A. all the leading Pharmacies have no stock.For
> a small family a 5 kg.rice bag lasts condiderable period.In the
> meantime ants and the kind attack it.
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3. Cinnamon Crackle Cookies
Posted by: "Sharon Capps" sharoncapps@cableone.net sharoncapps2000
Sun Aug 24, 2008 9:09 am (PDT)
Cinnamon Crackle Cookies
6 dozen cookies
These are great cookies. The citrus peel adds a distinct but pleasant
flavor. I got this recipe from Taste of Home 2000.
1/2 cup butter (no substitutes) , softened
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoon cream of tartar
2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoon grated orange peel
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon salt
Additional sugar
In a mixing bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugars. Add the egg and
extracts; mix well. Combine the next eight ingredients; gradually add to
the creamed mixture. Shape into 1-inch balls; roll in sugar. Place 2
inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10 to 15 minutes
or until lightly browned.
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4a. Banana Poppy Seed Muffins
Posted by: "jacqueline austin" nebulized@aol.com ny14467
Sun Aug 24, 2008 9:37 am (PDT)
Banana Poppy Seed Muffins
2 medium bananas, peeled
1 egg
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Puree bananas in blender (1 cup). In medium bowl, mix bananas, egg,
sugar, oil and orange peel until well blended. In large bowl, combine
flour, poppy seeds, baking powder and salt. Stir banana mixture into
flour mixture until evenly moistened. Spoon batter into greased 2 1/2-
inch muffin cups. Bake in 375 oven 20 minutes or until wooden pick
inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from pan; cool on wire
rack. Dip warm tops in sugar.
Makes 12 muffins
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5. Glazed Ham Loaf
Posted by: "Sandy U." sandyu42@tampabay.rr.com sandyu33781
Sun Aug 24, 2008 9:39 am (PDT)
Glazed Ham Loaf
FoodReference. com
Serves 6.
1 pound ground cooked ham
1/4 pound lean ground por
k 1/3 cup milk
2 eggs
1 slice bread, cubed
1/4 pound ground veal OR ground beef
3 tablespoons chili sauce
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
Cooking Directions
Use fork to beat together milk and eggs in large bowl.
Stir in bread cubes. Let stand for 15 minutes.
Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
Grease 8x4-inch loaf pan.
Add ground ham, ground pork and ground veal or beef to milk mixture. Stir
until well mixed, using your hands to mix as necessary.
Pat meat mixture evenly into greased loaf pan.
Bake 1 hour.
Stir together chili sauce and brown sugar in small bowl; spoon evenly over
ham loaf.
Bake until internal temperature is 160 degrees F., about 10 minutes more.
Let stand for 10 minutes.
Carefully slice and serve.
Serving Suggestions
A flavorful standard for leftover ham and a tasty difference from regular
meatloaf. Serve with mashed potatoes and buttered peas. Also great the next
day as sandwich.
Courtesy of FoodReference. com.
*~Sandy U.~*
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6. Cheddar Bacon Sandwich
Posted by: "Sandy U." sandyu42@tampabay.rr.com sandyu33781
Sun Aug 24, 2008 9:40 am (PDT)
Cheddar Bacon Sandwich
FoodReference. com
Serving Size: 2
Ingredients:
4 ounces Cheddar; Sharp, Shredded (1 cup)
1/8 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/8 teaspoon Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
1/2 teaspoon Lime Juice -- Fresh
1 dash Cayenne pepper
6 Bacon slices -- *
4 each Whole Grain Bread slices
Tomato slices
Alfalfa or Radish Sprouts
1 each Avocado, peeled & sliced
Directions:
*Note: Bacon slices should be cooked until crisp and then crumbled.
Beat the cheddar, lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, garlic powder,
and cayenne pepper until mixed thoroughly.
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon on the bread slices.
Spread 2 Tbls of the cheese mixture on each slice of bread.
Top one slice with tomato slices.
Grill open faced under broiler, or cook in large saute pan sprayed with oil
pan spray.
When browned, remove from heat, add some sprouts and avocado slices.
Place halves together to make sandwich, slice and serve
Courtesy of FoodReference. com.
*~Sandy U.~*
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7. Angel Food Cake with Strawberry Ice Cream
Posted by: "jacqueline austin" nebulized@aol.com ny14467
Sun Aug 24, 2008 10:23 am (PDT)
Angel Food Cake with Strawberry Ice Cream
1 loaf Angel Food Cake
1 1/2 cups strawberry ice cream, softened
1 1/4 cups cool whip
fresh strawberries, optional
Cut a 1/2 inch slice off the top of Angel Food Cake; set aside. Hollow
out the center of the bottom half, leaving a thick shell. Spoon
softened ice cream into cake shell; top with reserved cake top. Cover
and freeze for 4 hours or until firm.
Place cake on serving dish; spread whip topping evenly over cake top
and sides. Garnish with fresh strawberries, if desired.
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8. Monterey Wraps
Posted by: "jacqueline austin" nebulized@aol.com ny14467
Sun Aug 24, 2008 11:23 am (PDT)
Monterey Wraps
1 cup Ranch dressing
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
10 ounces sliced turkey breast
10 ounces Monterey Jack cheese slices
2 large avocados, peeled and thinly sliced (optional)
2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
Shredded lettuce
4 (12-inch) flour tortillas, warmed
Beat together dressing and cream cheese. Evenly layer half the turkey,
Monterey Jack cheese, dressing mixture, avocados, tomatoes and lettuce
among tortillas, leaving a 1-inch border around edges. Repeat layering
with remaining ingredients. Fold right and left edges of tortillas into
centers over the filling. Fold the bottom edge toward the center and
roll firmly until completely wrapped. Place seam side down and cut in
half diagonally.
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9. Creamy Parmesan Broccoli
Posted by: "jacqueline austin" nebulized@aol.com ny14467
Sun Aug 24, 2008 11:50 am (PDT)
Creamy Parmesan Broccoli
1 (14-oz.) pkg.Frozen Broccoli Florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 tablespoons milk
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup pine nuts or chopped walnuts, toasted*
1. Heat oven to 350°F. Cook broccoli as directed on package. Drain.
Place in ungreased 12x8-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish or 2-quart
casserole. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of the cheese;
toss to coat.
2. In medium bowl, combine remaining 1/2 cup cheese and all remaining
ingredients except pine nuts; mix well. Spoon over broccoli.
3. Bake at 350°F. for 18 to 20 minutes or until sauce begins to
bubble and brown. Sprinkle with pine nuts.
5 servings
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10. Christmas Cake
Posted by: "Trudy" wearybrat@sbcglobal.net pisces194473153
Sun Aug 24, 2008 1:32 pm (PDT)
Christmas Cake
3/4 cup shortening
2 1/4 cups sugar
6 egg yolks
4 1/2 cups sifted cake flour
6 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 1/2 cups chopped dates
1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts
2 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Grease an
8 1/4x4 1/4-inch tube pan OR 2 9x4x2 3/4-inch loaf
pans. Cream shortening, then add sugar gradually and
cream thoroughly. Add egg yolks, one at a time,
beating well after each addition. Sift flour with baking
powder and salt and add alternately with milk. Add
flavourings. Mix in dates and nuts thoroughly. Beat
egg whites until foamy, add cream of tartar and
continue beating until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter.
Pour batter into prepared pan(s) and bake for 1 1/4
hours. Cool in pan for 10 minutes on a wire rack, then
turn out to cool completely.
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11a. Cheesy Chicken Chowder
Posted by: "Trudy" wearybrat@sbcglobal.net pisces194473153
Sun Aug 24, 2008 1:32 pm (PDT)
Cheesy Chicken Chowder
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups peeled and diced potatoes
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced onion
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper (or less)
1/4 cup butter
1/3 cup flour (more if you prefer a thicker chowder)
2 cups milk
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
2 cups diced cooked chicken
In a 4 quart saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Reduce
heat, then add potatoes, carrots, celery, onions, salt and
pepper. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until vegetables
are tender. Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan,
then add flour and mix well. Gradually stir in milk. Cook
over low heat until slightly thickened. Stir in cheese and
cook until melted. Add to broth along with chicken. Cover
and stir over low heat until heated through. Skim excess
butter off top or chill until butter solidifies. Makes 4
servings.
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12. Almond Cherry Biscotti
Posted by: "Trudy" wearybrat@sbcglobal.net pisces194473153
Sun Aug 24, 2008 1:33 pm (PDT)
Almond Cherry Biscotti
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cold butter (NO substitutes)
2 eggs
1 Tablespoon milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup coarsely chopped blanched almonds
1 cup halved candied cherries
In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In another bowl, beat eggs, milk and vanilla until
blended. Stir into dry ingredients until blended. Stir
in almonds and cherries (dough will be crumbly).
Divide dough in half and shape each half into a ball.
On an ungreased baking sheet, roll each ball into a
10x2 1/2-inch rectangle. Bake at 350 degrees F. for
30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown. Carefully
remove to wire racks and cool for 20 minutes. Transfer
to a cutting board and cut diagonally with a sharp
knife into 3/4-inch slices. Place cut side down on
ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 15 minutes or until
firm. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight
container. Makes 2 dozen.
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13. Pecan Meltaways
Posted by: "Trudy" wearybrat@sbcglobal.net pisces194473153
Sun Aug 24, 2008 1:33 pm (PDT)
Pecan Meltaways
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
additional confectioners' sugar
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a mixing bowl, cream
butter, sugar and vanilla, mixing well. Combine flour
and salt and add to creamed mixture. Stir in pecans.
Cover and chill 1 hour or until firm. Roll into 1-inch
balls and place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake for
10 to 12 minutes. Roll in confectioners' sugar while
warm. Cool, then roll in sugar again. Makes about 4
dozen.
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14. Cranberry Banana Nut Bread
Posted by: "Trudy" wearybrat@sbcglobal.net pisces194473153
Sun Aug 24, 2008 1:33 pm (PDT)
Cranberry Banana Nut Bread
2/3 cup vegetable shortening
1 1/3 cups sugar
3 eggs
2 cups mashed bananas, about 4 large
3 1/2 cups self-rising flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup chopped walnuts
16 ounce can whole berry sauce
Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease bottoms of two
8x4-inch loaf pans. In large bowl, cream shortening and
sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs 1 at a
time, beating well after each addition. Add bananas,
flour, soda, walnuts and cranberry sauce and stir gently
to blend. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 1
hour or until toothpick inserted in center comes out
clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes. Remove from pans and
cool on wire rack. For easier slicing, wrap loaves and
store overnight in a cool place.
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15. Lemon Carrots
Posted by: "Trudy" wearybrat@sbcglobal.net pisces194473153
Sun Aug 24, 2008 1:34 pm (PDT)
Lemon Carrots
2 cups baby carrots
1/4 cup sugar
2 1/2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 Tablespoons butter
Boil carrots in salted water until crisp and tender. Drain.
In saucepan, mix sugar, lemon juice and butter and heat
to boiling. Boil 2 to 3 minutes or until thickened. Stir in
carrots and coat well. Makes 4 to 8 servings.
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16. Parmesan Cheese Bites
Posted by: "Trudy" wearybrat@sbcglobal.net pisces194473153
Sun Aug 24, 2008 1:34 pm (PDT)
Parmesan Cheese Bites
1 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/2 cup butter, cut up
2 Tablespoons milk
Stir together first 3 ingredients in a medium bowl. Cut
in butter with a pastry blender until crumbly. (Mixture
will look very dry.) Gently press mixture together with
hands, working until blended and smooth, about 2 to 3
minutes. Shape dough into 1 (4-inch long) logs. Wrap
in plastic wrap and place in an airtight container. Chill
8 hours or freeze up to 3 months. (Thaw overnight in
refrigerator before using, if frozen.) Cut log into
1/4-inch thick slices and place on a lightly greased
baking sheet. Brush with milk Bake at 350 degrees F.
for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Can be
cooked and frozen up to 1 month, if desired. Makes
32 cheese bites.
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17. American Steak Fries with Coriander Seeds
Posted by: "Harvey" hjohnm@att.net harveyjohnmorris
Sun Aug 24, 2008 4:30 pm (PDT)
American Steak Fries with Coriander Seeds
2 pounds unpeeled russet potatoes, scrubbed, cut lengthwise into 1/2-
inch thick sticks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds, cracked
1 teaspoon dried thyme
kosher salt
Preheat oven to 450F degrees. Spray large rimmed baking sheet with
nonstick spray. Toss potatoes with olive oil, coriander seeds and
thyme in large bowl. Transfer to prepared sheet and spread in single
layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Place in top third of oven and bake until golden, occasionally turning
with spatula (about 40 minutes). Season to taste with kosher salt and
serve.
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18. Anchovy Grilled Salmon Steaks
Posted by: "cookwithnanees" cookwithnanees@yahoo.com cookwithnanees
Sun Aug 24, 2008 4:41 pm (PDT)
Yield: 4 Servings
4 salmon steaks
1 parsley sprigs
Lemon wedges anchovy butter
6 anchovy fillets
2 T milk
6 T butter
1 dr tabasco sauce
1 pepper
Pre-heat the grill to high heat. Oil the grill rack and place each
steak to ensure an even heat. Place a small knob of Anchovy Butter
(divide a quarter of the mixture in four) on each steak. Grill for 4
minutes. Turn the steaks with a fish slice and place another quarter
of the butter among the steaks. Grill on the second side 4 minutes.
Reduce the heat and allow to cook for a further 3 minutes, less if the
steaks are thin. Serve with a neatly arranged pat of anchovy butter on
top of each steak. Garnish with parsley sprigs and lemon wedges.
Anchovy Butter: Soak all the anchovy fillets in milk. Mash in a bowl
with a wooden spoon until creamy. Cream all ingredients together and
chill.
Nanees
