Hi Dave,

10 lg Green chilies; NuMex, Big
- Jim or Anaheim, roasted,

They do grow a lot of Anaheims out there. (G) Back in 2006 we drove
cross country from LA (landed there from Honolulu) up to LVNV, then
down to AZ and across. Routed thru Hatch, NM about a week after their
big fall chili fest; the aroma of roasted chilis was still in the air.

Hatch chilies are of the NuMex cultivar and the "terrior" (compisition
of the soil) gives them a slightly different flavour from regular
NuMex and/or Anaheims.

Anaheims were taken from New Mexico to California in the early 1900s
and were bred to be milder in order to suit the taste of the "norteamericanos" of that time. They became popular in Anaheim, a city
in California, and the peppers go by either name—the city or the
state.

Sorry, you triggered my chilehead gene. Bv)= I'm a "member" of the
Chile Pepper Institute.

OK, I could fill your brain with sewing related minutia (such as muslin
was named for Mosul, Iraq) if I wanted to. (G) When I make my
competition style chili, I head over to the fresh peppers in the produce department of a grocery store and get an assortment, varying degrees of
heat and mouth burn. I try to get an even heat all the way thru from the
lips to the throat, unlike most chilis I've tasted that concentrate the
heat in only one part of the mouth.

"The Chile Pepper Institute is the world's only international,
non-profit organization dedicated to the research and education
related to Capsicum, or chile peppers. Established in 1992, The
Chile Pepper Institute builds on the research of chile peppers
since the famous horticulturist Fabian Garcia (the father of the
New Mexico chile pepper industry) began standardizing chile pepper varieties in 1888.

I've got my iron in enough fires already, same reason I told Steve not
to push ham radio on me, to get into something like that. Sounds like interesting reading tho.

BTW, last night's weather was miserable--rain, wind, tornado & flood
watches and warnings. We kept our power on so I made beef stew for
supper, remembered to put a splash of red wine in it. Maybe a quarter
cup but it made a difference taste wise, just adds a bit more depth of
flavor.

---
Catch you later,
Ruth
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Ruth Haffly wrote to Dave Drum <=-

Sorry, you triggered my chilehead gene. Bv)= I'm a "member" of the
Chile Pepper Institute.

OK, I could fill your brain with sewing related minutia (such as
muslin was named for Mosul, Iraq) if I wanted to. (G) When I make
my competition style chili, I head over to the fresh peppers in the produce department of a grocery store and get an assortment, varying degrees of heat and mouth burn. I try to get an even heat all the way
thru from the lips to the throat, unlike most chilis I've tasted that concentrate the heat in only one part of the mouth.

Good luck with that. Some chilies are "front of the mouth" (immediate
heat) and some are "back of the throat" (Late heat). And a few will
give a general warm glow that lets you know you've been eating chilies.

"The Chile Pepper Institute is the world's only international,
non-profit organization dedicated to the research and education
related to Capsicum, or chile peppers. Established in 1992, The
Chile Pepper Institute builds on the research of chile peppers
since the famous horticulturist Fabian Garcia (the father of the
New Mexico chile pepper industry) began standardizing chile pepper varieties in 1888.

I've got my iron in enough fires already, same reason I told Steve not
to push ham radio on me, to get into something like that. Sounds like interesting reading tho.

I generally learn at least one new thing from each of their newsletters.
I aklways enjoy learning.

BTW, last night's weather was miserable--rain, wind, tornado & flood watches and warnings. We kept our power on so I made beef stew for
supper, remembered to put a splash of red wine in it. Maybe a quarter
cup but it made a difference taste wise, just adds a bit more depth of flavor.

Currently (05:40) it's 35ºF and raining. It's supposed to go to 45ºF
before heading for the cellar and -02ºF for a high on Sunday. BRRRRRR
The newspaper today had an article on keeping your pipes from freezing.
Since many of my pipes are on an outside wall I keep basw cabinet doors
open to let the room air help them stay free running.

MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06

Title: Dave's Freezer Vegetable-Beef Soup
Categories: Beef, Vegetables, Potatoes
Yield: 9 Servings

1 Can (or 2) frozen left-over
- vegetables; corn, peas,
- green beans, carrots, and/
- or broccoli/cauliflower
2 Sliced carrots; if needed
3 Ribs celery w/tops; sliced
2 md Onions; diced
2 md Potatoes; peeled, diced 1/4"
14 oz Can diced tomatoes;
- undrained
3 c Water
1 ts Salt
4 Cracked peppercorns
1 lb Leftover beef; diced small
3 ts GFS/Minor's beef base

Take the container(s) of left-over vegetables from the
freezer and put into a 5 (or so) quart crock-pot.

While the pot is melting the frozen ingredients prepare
the carrots, celery, onion, and 'taters. Add to the pot.

Open the can of tomatoes, pour over other ingredients
in the crock-pot.

Heat the water to a simmer, add the beef, beef base and
salt/pepper, stirring well until beef base is dissolved
and all is well combined. Remove from heat and pour
over crock-pot ingredients.

Cover and cook for 3 to 4 hours (high) or 6 to 8 hours
(low)

Serves six to twelve servings

NOTE: I save bits and bobs of leftover veg in a washed
and cleaned tomato juice can, covering each addition
with water and freezing as I go. When I have a can (or
two) full I am ready to make this soup.

Uncle Dirty Dave's Kitchen

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Hi Dave,

Sorry, you triggered my chilehead gene. Bv)= I'm a "member" of the
Chile Pepper Institute.

OK, I could fill your brain with sewing related minutia (such as
muslin was named for Mosul, Iraq) if I wanted to. (G) When I make
my competition style chili, I head over to the fresh peppers in the produce department of a grocery store and get an assortment, varying degrees of heat and mouth burn. I try to get an even heat all the way
thru from the lips to the throat, unlike most chilis I've tasted that concentrate the heat in only one part of the mouth.

Good luck with that. Some chilies are "front of the mouth" (immediate heat) and some are "back of the throat" (Late heat). And a few will
give a general warm glow that lets you know you've been eating
chilies.

Anything from anchos, poblanos, serranos, jalapenos, anaheims to a bell
pepper or two (for color) and points in between. Usually toss in some
chipotle powder as well.

"The Chile Pepper Institute is the world's only international,
non-profit organization dedicated to the research and education
related to Capsicum, or chile peppers. Established in 1992, The

I've got my iron in enough fires already, same reason I told Steve not
to push ham radio on me, to get into something like that. Sounds like interesting reading tho.

I generally learn at least one new thing from each of their
newsletters. I aklways enjoy learning.

I do too, in areas of interest to me.

BTW, last night's weather was miserable--rain, wind, tornado & flood watches and warnings. We kept our power on so I made beef stew for
supper, remembered to put a splash of red wine in it. Maybe a quarter
cup but it made a difference taste wise, just adds a bit more depth of flavor.

Currently (05:40) it's 35ºF and raining. It's supposed to go to
45ºF before heading for the cellar and -02ºF for a high on Sunday. BRRRRRR

We're getting another wind/rain storm this afternoon/tonight, followed
by another, early next week. American weather model suggests snow with
that one but European says none.

The newspaper today had an article on keeping your pipes from
freezing. Since many of my pipes are on an outside wall I keep basw cabinet doors open to let the room air help them stay free running.

That's something we've done for years, both when I was growing up and as
an adult in various places we've lived.

Title: Dave's Freezer Vegetable-Beef Soup
Categories: Beef, Vegetables, Potatoes
Yield: 9 Servings

Looks good but I make mine corn free, much as I'd like to add it.

---
Catch you later,
Ruth
rchaffly{at}earthlink{dot}net FIDO 1:396/45.28


... Are you sure you really want to know that?

--- PPoint 3.01
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Ruth Haffly wrote to Dave Drum <=-

Good luck with that. Some chilies are "front of the mouth" (immediate heat) and some are "back of the throat" (Late heat). And a few
will give a general warm glow that lets you know you've been eating chilies.

Anything from anchos, poblanos, serranos, jalapenos, anaheims to
a bell pepper or two (for color) and points in between. Usually
toss in some chipotle powder as well.

If you use Mexi-bells (a cross between jalapenos and bell peppers)
you can have heat as well as colour. Ancho chilies are the "almost"
ripe form of the poblano - so other than colour, basically the same
chile.

If I'm making salsa (or Pico de Gallo) I prefer serrano over jalapeno.
Both for the heat level and the flavour.

"The Chile Pepper Institute is the world's only international,
non-profit organization dedicated to the research and education
related to Capsicum, or chile peppers. Established in 1992, The

I've got my iron in enough fires already, same reason I told Steve not
to push ham radio on me, to get into something like that. Sounds like interesting reading tho.

I generally learn at least one new thing from each of their
newsletters. I aklways enjoy learning.

I do too, in areas of interest to me.

My problem is curiosity. I get interested in some odd things and spend
a fair whack of my time learning about them. That's how I got into the
computer world. Bv)=

8<----- CUT ----->8

The newspaper today had an article on keeping your pipes from
freezing. Since many of my pipes are on an outside wall I keep basw cabinet doors open to let the room air help them stay free running.

That's something we've done for years, both when I was growing up and
as an adult in various places we've lived.

It's really good practice. And I'm surprised more people aren't aware
of it/don't do it. If really severe cold is predicted (lower than -10-|F)
I'll also open a tap to just a steady drip ... which also helps prevent freezing up,

Title: Dave's Freezer Vegetable-Beef Soup
Categories: Beef, Vegetables, Potatoes
Yield: 9 Servings

Looks good but I make mine corn free, much as I'd like to add it.

I keep forgetting about Steve's unfortunate corn allergy. I was going
to post my prize-winning salsa/pico de gallo recipe but I 86ed that in
favour of this no-corn (or beans) version.

MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06

Title: Fresh Pico de Gallo
Categories: Five, Vegetables, Chilies, Herbs, Citrus
Yield: 2 Servings

1 lg White onion; fine dice
4 Ripe plum tomatoes; seeded,
- diced
2 (or 3) jalapenos or serranos
- or a combination: seeded;
- fine chopped
1/2 c Fresh cilantro leaves;
- chopped
1 tb Lime juice
Salt

Combine all the ingredients, cover, and refrigerate for
an hour.

Uncle Dirty Dave's Kitchen

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Hi Dave,

Good luck with that. Some chilies are "front of the mouth" (immediate heat) and some are "back of the throat" (Late heat). And a few
will give a general warm glow that lets you know you've been eating chilies.

Anything from anchos, poblanos, serranos, jalapenos, anaheims to
a bell pepper or two (for color) and points in between. Usually
toss in some chipotle powder as well.

If you use Mexi-bells (a cross between jalapenos and bell peppers)
you can have heat as well as colour. Ancho chilies are the "almost"
ripe form of the poblano - so other than colour, basically the same
chile.

Don't think I've seen the Mexi-bells around here. Do know that one year
qhen we planted bells and jalapenos, they cross pollenated so we had
hot, bitter bells and no heat jalapenos. I usually buy from one or
another spice dealer the ancho chilis in powdered form, keeping a small
amount out at a time and extra in the freezer.

If I'm making salsa (or Pico de Gallo) I prefer serrano over

jalapeno. DD> Both for the heat level and the flavour.

"The Chile Pepper Institute is the world's only international,
non-profit organization dedicated to the research and education
related to Capsicum, or chile peppers. Established in 1992, The

I've got my iron in enough fires already, same reason I told Steve not
to push ham radio on me, to get into something like that. Sounds like interesting reading tho.

I generally learn at least one new thing from each of their
newsletters. I aklways enjoy learning.

I do too, in areas of interest to me.

My problem is curiosity. I get interested in some odd things and spend
a fair whack of my time learning about them. That's how I got into the computer world. Bv)=

Sounds about right. Steve had wnated to get into radio years ago but the
lack of funding and needing to know Morse code were hinderences. Money
crunch eased up and need to know Morse was dropped so in August of 2020,
he got his first radio. Now he has more radios than I have sewing
machines.

8<----- CUT ----->8

The newspaper today had an article on keeping your pipes from
freezing. Since many of my pipes are on an outside wall I keep basw cabinet doors open to let the room air help them stay free running.

That's something we've done for years, both when I was growing up and
as an adult in various places we've lived.

It's really good practice. And I'm surprised more people aren't aware
of it/don't do it. If really severe cold is predicted (lower than
-10-|F) I'll also open a tap to just a steady drip ... which also
helps prevent freezing up,

We've done that too. Supposed to get quite cold next week end but still
be above 0.

Title: Dave's Freezer Vegetable-Beef Soup
Categories: Beef, Vegetables, Potatoes
Yield: 9 Servings

Looks good but I make mine corn free, much as I'd like to add it.

I keep forgetting about Steve's unfortunate corn allergy. I was going
to post my prize-winning salsa/pico de gallo recipe but I 86ed that in favour of this no-corn (or beans) version.

Title: Fresh Pico de Gallo
Categories: Five, Vegetables, Chilies, Herbs, Citrus
Yield: 2 Servings

We'll leave out the cilantro as neither of us care for the taste of it.
I can take it in (very) small quantities but even a little bit will
taste like soap to Steve.

---
Catch you later,
Ruth
rchaffly{at}earthlink{dot}net FIDO 1:396/45.28


... 90% of being smart is knowing what you're dumb at.

--- PPoint 3.01
* Origin: Sew! That's My Point (1:396/45.28)

Ruth Haffly wrote to Dave Drum <=-

If you use Mexi-bells (a cross between jalapenos and bell peppers)
you can have heat as well as colour. Ancho chilies are the "almost"
ripe form of the poblano - so other than colour, basically the same
chile.

Don't think I've seen the Mexi-bells around here. Do know that one year qhen we planted bells and jalapenos, they cross pollenated so we had
hot, bitter bells and no heat jalapenos. I usually buy from one or
another spice dealer the ancho chilis in powdered form, keeping a small amount out at a time and extra in the freezer.

You've discovered how Mexi-Bells are made. Bv)= I like Mexi-bells for
some things where both bell pepper and chile is specified - they have
a little bite but are considered fairly mild.

I buy my chilli spice and other components like cumin and Worcestershire
powder from https://penderys.com.

My bell peppers are "Sweet Chinese Giants" an heirloom cultivar from
Burpee Seeds. The mature fruits are as long as 6" and 5" across. Great
for stuffed peppers.

If I'm making salsa (or Pico de Gallo) I prefer serrano over
jalapeno. Both for the heat level and the flavour.

"The Chile Pepper Institute is the world's only international,
non-profit organization dedicated to the research and education
related to Capsicum, or chile peppers. Established in 1992, The

I've got my iron in enough fires already, same reason I told Steve not
to push ham radio on me, to get into something like that. Sounds like interesting reading tho.

I generally learn at least one new thing from each of their
newsletters. I always enjoy learning.

I do too, in areas of interest to me.

My problem is curiosity. I get interested in some odd things and
spend a fair whack of my time learning about them. That's how I
got into the computer world. Bv)=

Sounds about right. Steve had wnated to get into radio years ago but
the lack of funding and needing to know Morse code were hinderences.
Money crunch eased up and need to know Morse was dropped so in August
of 2020, he got his first radio. Now he has more radios than I have
sewing machines.

Snicker

8<----- CUT ----->8

The newspaper today had an article on keeping your pipes from
freezing. Since many of my pipes are on an outside wall I keep basw cabinet doors open to let the room air help them stay free running.

That's something we've done for years, both when I was growing up and
as an adult in various places we've lived.

It's really good practice. And I'm surprised more people aren't aware
of it/don't do it. If really severe cold is predicted (lower than
-10-|F) I'll also open a tap to just a steady drip ... which also
helps prevent freezing up,

We've done that too. Supposed to get quite cold next week end but
still be above 0.

Sunday I didn't set foot outside of the house. High temp for the day
was -1ºF. Yesterday it got all the way to +5ºF. Supposed to reach the freezing point tomorrow (Wednesday).

Title: Dave's Freezer Vegetable-Beef Soup
Categories: Beef, Vegetables, Potatoes
Yield: 9 Servings

Looks good but I make mine corn free, much as I'd like to add it.

I keep forgetting about Steve's unfortunate corn allergy. I was going
to post my prize-winning salsa/pico de gallo recipe but I 86ed that in favour of this no-corn (or beans) version.

Title: Fresh Pico de Gallo
Categories: Five, Vegetables, Chilies, Herbs, Citrus
Yield: 2 Servings

We'll leave out the cilantro as neither of us care for the taste of it.
I can take it in (very) small quantities but even a little bit will
taste like soap to Steve.

I am not a huge fan of the soap weed. So, while I use some, I'm careful
not to "overload" - which is easy to do with cilantro. Some dishes don't
taste "right" to me without at least some cilantro.

MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06

Title: Hy-Vee Stuffed Bell Peppers
Categories: Beef, Vegetables, Grains, Rice, Cheese
Yield: 6 Servings

6 md Red bell peppers
1 lb 90% lean ground beef
1/2 lg White onion; diced
2 cl Garlic; minced
1/2 c Diced green bell pepper
1/2 c Shredded carrots
1/4 c Dry quick barley
1/2 c Dry instant brown rice
1 c Broth
1 c Shredded mozzarella; divided

Set oven to 250°F/120°C.

Cut tops off peppers; * remove seeds and membranes. Place
peppers in a large pot; cover with salted water. Bring to
a boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Drain
peppers and set aside.

In a large skillet, brown beef with diced onion and garlic.

Stir in bell pepper, carrots, barley, rice and broth.
Simmer, covered, for 10 to 15 minutes.

Stir in 1/2 cup cheese.

Fill each bell pepper with beef mixture. Top each with
remaining cheese and bake for 25 minutes.

* Dice the tops you cut off and mix them in with the
green bell pepper. - UDD

From: http://www.hy-vee.com

Uncle Dirty Dave's Kitchen

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Hi Dave,

Don't think I've seen the Mexi-bells around here. Do know that one year when we planted bells and jalapenos, they cross pollenated so we

had RH> hot, bitter bells and no heat jalapenos. I usually buy from one
or RH> another spice dealer the ancho chilis in powdered form, keeping
a small RH> amount out at a time and extra in the freezer.

You've discovered how Mexi-Bells are made. Bv)= I like Mexi-bells for some things where both bell pepper and chile is specified - they have
a little bite but are considered fairly mild.

Usually not a problem for most people but we have a friend that
considers anything above a bell pepper as too hot.

I buy my chilli spice and other components like cumin and
Worcestershire powder from https://penderys.com.

I used to get from the Penzy's store in Raleigh but they went belly up.
There's another spice store nearby where we've gotten some of the "must
haves" from time to time.

I've got my iron in enough fires already, same reason I told Steve not
to push ham radio on me, to get into something like that. Sounds like interesting reading tho.

I generally learn at least one new thing from each of their
newsletters. I always enjoy learning.

I do too, in areas of interest to me.

My problem is curiosity. I get interested in some odd things and
spend a fair whack of my time learning about them. That's how I
got into the computer world. Bv)=

Sounds about right. Steve had wanted to get into radio years ago

but RH> the lack of funding and needing to know Morse code were
hinderences. RH> Money crunch eased up and need to know Morse was
dropped so in August RH> of 2020, he got his first radio. Now he has
more radios than I have RH> sewing machines.

Snicker

If you count my serger and embroidery machines, we're about equal.

8<----- CUT ----->8

It's really good practice. And I'm surprised more people aren't aware
of it/don't do it. If really severe cold is predicted (lower than
-10-|F) I'll also open a tap to just a steady drip ... which also
helps prevent freezing up,

We've done that too. Supposed to get quite cold next week end but
still be above 0.

Sunday I didn't set foot outside of the house. High temp for the day
was -1ºF. Yesterday it got all the way to +5ºF. Supposed to reach
the freezing point tomorrow (Wednesday).

Right now (1:30 pm) it's 36 and rainy. Temps have been falling all day
but we've got a brisket on the smoker.

Title: Dave's Freezer Vegetable-Beef Soup
Categories: Beef, Vegetables, Potatoes
Yield: 9 Servings

Looks good but I make mine corn free, much as I'd like to add it.

I keep forgetting about Steve's unfortunate corn allergy. I was going
to post my prize-winning salsa/pico de gallo recipe but I 86ed that in favour of this no-corn (or beans) version.

Title: Fresh Pico de Gallo
Categories: Five, Vegetables, Chilies, Herbs, Citrus
Yield: 2 Servings

We'll leave out the cilantro as neither of us care for the taste of it.
I can take it in (very) small quantities but even a little bit will
taste like soap to Steve.

I am not a huge fan of the soap weed. So, while I use some, I'm
careful not to "overload" - which is easy to do with cilantro. Some
dishes don't taste "right" to me without at least some cilantro.

No problem for us to leave it out.

---
Catch you later,
Ruth
rchaffly{at}earthlink{dot}net FIDO 1:396/45.28


... Books are better than TV; they exercise your imagination.

--- PPoint 3.01
* Origin: Sew! That's My Point (1:396/45.28)

Ruth Haffly wrote to Dave Drum <=-

You've discovered how Mexi-Bells are made. Bv)= I like Mexi-bells for some things where both bell pepper and chile is specified - they have
a little bite but are considered fairly mild.

Usually not a problem for most people but we have a friend that
considers anything above a bell pepper as too hot.

And, as far as I can tell, straight-up bell peppers have *NO* heat. The
Pepper Scale @ https://pepperscale.com tellsm us:

"Bell pepper fast facts. Scoville heat units (SHU): 0 SHU. Median heat:
0 SHU. Origin: Mexico, South America. Capsicum species: Annuum

I buy my chilli spice and other components like cumin and
Worcestershire powder from https://penderys.com.

I used to get from the Penzy's store in Raleigh but they went belly up. There's another spice store nearby where we've gotten some of the "must haves" from time to time.

I sort of misspoke - I buy "specialy" chilli spice blends from Pendery's.
My base chilli spice is Baron's Dark which I buy in five pound batches
from M.J. Kellner who are a wholesale restaurasnt supply. Since I am not
a restaurant I go to their warehouse to pick up my product - which I
store in my ice box to keep it fresh.

Baron's can be bought online right from https://baronspices.com

Cumin I buy from one of my local Asian stores as that cuisine uses more
cumin in more dishes than the normal run of prepared food for "round
eyes" and, thus, tends to be fresher than what's on my stupormarkup
shelves.


8<----- CUT ----->8

It's really good practice. And I'm surprised more people aren't aware
of it/don't do it. If really severe cold is predicted (lower than
-10-|F) I'll also open a tap to just a steady drip ... which also
helps prevent freezing up,

We've done that too. Supposed to get quite cold next week end but
still be above 0.

Sunday I didn't set foot outside of the house. High temp for the day
was -1ºF. Yesterday it got all the way to +5ºF. Supposed to reach
the freezing point tomorrow (Wednesday).

Right now (1:30 pm) it's 36 and rainy. Temps have been falling all day
but we've got a brisket on the smoker.

Yesterday (Wednesday) we got almost to the freezing point. And saw sun
light finally which helped melting snow/ice left on the dark asphalt of
the local highways and byways. Today is guesstimated to reach 34ºF. Then
right back into the deep freeze.

8<----- CHOP ----->8

Title: Fresh Pico de Gallo
Categories: Five, Vegetables, Chilies, Herbs, Citrus
Yield: 2 Servings

We'll leave out the cilantro as neither of us care for the taste of it.
I can take it in (very) small quantities but even a little bit will
taste like soap to Steve.

I am not a huge fan of the soap weed. So, while I use some, I'm
careful not to "overload" - which is easy to do with cilantro. Some
dishes don't taste "right" to me without at least some cilantro.

No problem for us to leave it out.

According to Real Simple cumin, curry powder and caraway are the best
subs for dried cilantro/coriander. To wit:

"Caraway and coriander are almost interchangeable. Their flavor profiles
are so similar, you can use it easily any place you're supposed to use coriander. The flavor is a bit sweeter, however, so it's especially good
in marinades and spice rubs where roasting or grilling amplifies the
flavor."

Best substitutes for fresh are basil, parsley and dill.

MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06

Title: Cilantro-Free Pico de Gallo
Categories: Vegetables, Chilies, Herbs, Citrus
Yield: 4 servings

6 md Vine-ripened tomatoes; in
- small dice
1 sm Red onion; in fine dice
2 Jalapeno or serrano chilies;
- stemmed, seeded, deveined,
- finely diced
1 cl Garlic; minced
2 tb Fresh squeezed lime juice
1 ts (heaping) Mexican oregano
1/4 ts Ground cumin
1 ts Smoked paprika
Salt

Combine ingredients and mix thoroughly.

Crush the Mexican oregano leaves between your fingers
as you add them to the mix.

Let this sit overnight for more developed flavors.

Serve with tortilla chips. This makes a great topping
for nachos or queso dip too.

Yield: 4 to 5 servings

RECIPE FROM: https://www.thespicehouse.com

Uncle Dirty Dave's Archives

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--- MultiMail/Win v0.52
* Origin: Outpost BBS * Johnson City, TN (1:18/200)

Hi Dave,

Usually not a problem for most people but we have a friend that
considers anything above a bell pepper as too hot.

And, as far as I can tell, straight-up bell peppers have *NO* heat.
The Pepper Scale @ https://pepperscale.com tellsm us:
"Bell pepper fast facts. Scoville heat units (SHU): 0 SHU. Median
heat: 0 SHU. Origin: Mexico, South America. Capsicum species:

Annuum

That's the whole thing--she can't take any heat. Once while we were both
in HI, we (her & our husbands) went to one of the small Korean places
that are all over Oahu. She got some kim chee, not knowing what it was,
just that it looked good to her. She took one bite, the rest either
stayed on her plate or was given to her husband, I forget which.
Meanwhile Steve and I enjoyed ours.

I buy my chilli spice and other components like cumin and
Worcestershire powder from https://penderys.com.

I used to get from the Penzy's store in Raleigh but they went belly up. There's another spice store nearby where we've gotten some of the "must haves" from time to time.

I sort of misspoke - I buy "specialy" chilli spice blends from
Pendery's. My base chilli spice is Baron's Dark which I buy in five
pound batches
from M.J. Kellner who are a wholesale restaurasnt supply. Since I am
not a restaurant I go to their warehouse to pick up my product - which
I
store in my ice box to keep it fresh.

Sounds like a good idea to me; I'm not sure where the nearest restaurant
supply place is for us. And, yes, my extras go into the freezer as well.

Baron's can be bought online right from https://baronspices.com

Cumin I buy from one of my local Asian stores as that cuisine uses
more cumin in more dishes than the normal run of prepared food for
"round
eyes" and, thus, tends to be fresher than what's on my stupormarkup shelves.

We've gotten whole cumin and ground it ourselves--major difference, even
from Asian places. A little bit goes a loooooooooooooooong way.

Sunday I didn't set foot outside of the house. High temp for the day
was -1ºF. Yesterday it got all the way to +5ºF. Supposed to reach
the freezing point tomorrow (Wednesday).

Right now (1:30 pm) it's 36 and rainy. Temps have been falling all day
but we've got a brisket on the smoker.

Yesterday (Wednesday) we got almost to the freezing point. And saw sun light finally which helped melting snow/ice left on the dark asphalt
of the local highways and byways. Today is guesstimated to reach
34ºF. Then right back into the deep freeze.

Our high temperature yesterday was 39, supposed to be a bit warmer today
and then the bottom will fall out on Friday.


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Ruth Haffly wrote to Dave Drum <=-

Usually not a problem for most people but we have a friend that
considers anything above a bell pepper as too hot.

And, as far as I can tell, straight-up bell peppers have *NO* heat.
The Pepper Scale @ https://pepperscale.com tellsm us:
"Bell pepper fast facts. Scoville heat units (SHU): 0 SHU. Median
heat: 0 SHU. Origin: Mexico, South America. Capsicum species:

Annuum

That's the whole thing--she can't take any heat. Once while we were
both in HI, we (her & our husbands) went to one of the small Korean
places that are all over Oahu. She got some kim chee, not knowing what
it was, just that it looked good to her. She took one bite, the rest either stayed on her plate or was given to her husband, I forget which. Meanwhile Steve and I enjoyed ours.

As it says in the "facts" that I posted - the bell pepper HAS NO HEAT.
Zero Scoville units, None, not a one.

8<----- G'Bye" ----->8

Cumin I buy from one of my local Asian stores as that cuisine uses
more cumin in more dishes than the normal run of prepared food for
"round eyes" and, thus, tends to be fresher than what's on my
stupormarkup shelves.

We've gotten whole cumin and ground it ourselves--major difference,
even from Asian places. A little bit goes a loooooooooooooooong way.

I can also buy whole, in the spiky husk, durian should I be so inclined.

Sunday I didn't set foot outside of the house. High temp for the day
was -1.F. Yesterday it got all the way to +5.F. Supposed to reach
the freezing point tomorrow (Wednesday).

Right now (1:30 pm) it's 36 and rainy. Temps have been falling all day
but we've got a brisket on the smoker.

Yesterday (Wednesday) we got almost to the freezing point. And saw sun light finally which helped melting snow/ice left on the dark asphalt
of the local highways and byways. Today is guesstimated to reach
34.F. Then right back into the deep freeze.

Our high temperature yesterday was 39, supposed to be a bit warmer
today and then the bottom will fall out on Friday.

Climatge is what you expect. Weather is what you get. The only benefit
I can see in this cold snap is that many of the plants need to go through
a hard freeze to trigger essential parts of their life cycle.

We were warm for a couple of days then right back into the ice box with
6 inches of fresh snow. Supposed to be in the 40s next week and stay. I
hope that weather guesser knows what s/he's talking about.

MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06

Title: Khao Neeo Durian
Categories: Rice, Fruits, Desserts
Yield: 4 Servings

1 c Sticky rice; cooked
2 1/2 c Coconut milk
1 c Sugar
1 ts Salt
1 tb Palm sugar
4 Drops (or more) durian
- flavouring
+=OR=+
1 c (or more) fresh durian flesh
1 tb Tapioca starch

A pleasant dessert not commonly served in Thailand unless
durian is in high season (May and June), and it's an
expensive dish so it's not often sold by Thai street
vendors. When served, the coconut milk drenches the rice
so it's a "soupy" consistency.

Dissolve 2 cups coconut milk, 1 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon
salt over medium heat. Add durian/flavouring.

Topping: Mix 1/2 cup coconut milk with 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1
tablespoon palm sugar and the tapioca starch. Bring to a
boil.

Serving: Place sticky rice in a bowl and pour the sweetened
coconut milk over it. For each serving, transfer to an
individual bowl, then top with a few teaspoons of topping
sauce.

From: http://importfood.com/recipes

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Hi Dave,

That's the whole thing--she can't take any heat. Once while we were
both in HI, we (her & our husbands) went to one of the small Korean
places that are all over Oahu. She got some kim chee, not knowing what
it was, just that it looked good to her. She took one bite, the rest either stayed on her plate or was given to her husband, I forget which. Meanwhile Steve and I enjoyed ours.

As it says in the "facts" that I posted - the bell pepper HAS NO
HEAT. Zero Scoville units, None, not a one.

You know and I know but to this lady they had a slight amount of heat,
more than she would have enjoyed, but she tolerated bells.

8<----- G'Bye" ----->8

Cumin I buy from one of my local Asian stores as that cuisine uses
more cumin in more dishes than the normal run of prepared food for
"round eyes" and, thus, tends to be fresher than what's on my
stupormarkup shelves.

We've gotten whole cumin and ground it ourselves--major difference,
even from Asian places. A little bit goes a loooooooooooooooong way.

I can also buy whole, in the spiky husk, durian should I be so
inclined.

We can too, but choose not to.

Sunday I didn't set foot outside of the house. High temp for the

day DD> was -1.F. Yesterday it got all the way to +5.F. Supposed to
reach DD> the freezing point tomorrow (Wednesday).

Right now (1:30 pm) it's 36 and rainy. Temps have been falling all day
but we've got a brisket on the smoker.

Yesterday (Wednesday) we got almost to the freezing point. And saw sun light finally which helped melting snow/ice left on the dark asphalt
of the local highways and byways. Today is guesstimated to reach
34.F. Then right back into the deep freeze.

Our high temperature yesterday was 39, supposed to be a bit warmer
today and then the bottom will fall out on Friday.

Climatge is what you expect. Weather is what you get. The only benefit
I can see in this cold snap is that many of the plants need to go
through a hard freeze to trigger essential parts of their life cycle.

We had a slightly warmer day yesterday, turned cold after dark. We'd
gone down to Raleigh for a NC Symphony concert (Christmas gift from
older daughter) and it was COOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOLLLLLLLLLLLLD! when we
got out about 10pm. Had supper at Outback before going to the
concert.Right now it's just after 2pm and 29 degrees.

---
Catch you later,
Ruth
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Ruth Haffly wrote to Dave Drum <=-

That's the whole thing--she can't take any heat. Once while we were
both in HI, we (her & our husbands) went to one of the small Korean
places that are all over Oahu. She got some kim chee, not knowing what
it was, just that it looked good to her. She took one bite, the rest either stayed on her plate or was given to her husband, I forget which. Meanwhile Steve and I enjoyed ours.

As it says in the "facts" that I posted - the bell pepper HAS NO
HEAT. Zero Scoville units, None, not a one.

You know and I know but to this lady they had a slight amount of heat, more than she would have enjoyed, but she tolerated bells.

Sounds psychosomatic to me. There is "pepper" in the name - must be hot.

8<----- G'Bye" ----->8

Cumin I buy from one of my local Asian stores as that cuisine uses
more cumin in more dishes than the normal run of prepared food for
"round eyes" and, thus, tends to be fresher than what's on my
stupormarkup shelves.

We've gotten whole cumin and ground it ourselves--major difference,
even from Asian places. A little bit goes a loooooooooooooooong way.

I can also buy whole, in the spiky husk, durian should I be so
inclined.

We can too, but choose not to.

We had a pair of tornadoes hit us a few years ago and wipe ot the big
Asian Foods restaurant supply place and the Mr. Battery next to it.
Whole durians from the Asian place and car batteries from Mr. Battery
were found up to 2 miles further east. Good thing no one was under
either when they fell from the sky.

Sunday I didn't set foot outside of the house. High temp for the

day DD> was -1.F. Yesterday it got all the way to +5.F. Supposed to
reach DD> the freezing point tomorrow (Wednesday).

Right now (1:30 pm) it's 36 and rainy. Temps have been falling all day
but we've got a brisket on the smoker.

Yesterday (Wednesday) we got almost to the freezing point. And saw sun light finally which helped melting snow/ice left on the dark asphalt
of the local highways and byways. Today is guesstimated to reach
34.F. Then right back into the deep freeze.

Our high temperature yesterday was 39, supposed to be a bit warmer
today and then the bottom will fall out on Friday.

Climatge is what you expect. Weather is what you get. The only benefit
I can see in this cold snap is that many of the plants need to go
through a hard freeze to trigger essential parts of their life cycle.

We had a slightly warmer day yesterday, turned cold after dark. We'd
gone down to Raleigh for a NC Symphony concert (Christmas gift from
older daughter) and it was COOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOLLLLLLLLLLLLD! when we
got out about 10pm. Had supper at Outback before going to the concert.Right now it's just after 2pm and 29 degrees.

What climate change? We're predicted to be 36ºF for a high. With snoe,
sleet and freezing rain. I can almost hear the body shop owners lickiny
their chops. Bv)=

MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06

Title: Outback Steakhouse Alice Springs Chicken
Categories: Poultry, Sauces, Pork, Cheese, Herbs
Yield: 4 servings

MMMMM--------------------HONEY MUSTARD SAUCE-------------------------
1/2 c Prepared mustard
1/4 c Honey
1/4 c Light corn syrup
1/4 c Mayonnaise

MMMMM--------------------------CHICKEN-------------------------------
4 (4 oz ea) boned, skinned
- chicken breast halves
1/2 ts McCormick Season All
6 sl Bacon; fried crisp, cut in
- half
1 c Sliced mushrooms; drained
- (canned or jarred)
3 c Shredded Colby Jack Cheese
2 ts Chopped parsley

HONEY MUSTARD SAUCE: Blend ingredients for the honey
mustard until smooth and free from lumps. The corn syrup
may be adjusted depending on how sharp the mustard might
be or to your taste.

CHICKEN: Rub chicken breasts with Seasonal All and set
aside to marinate for 1 hour.

While the chicken is marinating, fry the bacon until
crisp and drain it.

Saute the chicken in a pan over medium heat with just
enough oil to prevent sticking.

Cook the chicken on both sides until slightly golden and
cooked in the middle but not dry.

Remove the chicken from the pan.

Spread honey mustard on the chicken breasts.

Top each chicken breast with a layer of mushrooms and
three slices of bacon

Sprinkle enough shredded Colby-Jack cheese on top to
completely cover the chicken.

Pop the chicken in a 350ºF/175ºC oven or in a microwave
just until the cheese melts.

Sprinkle with parsley and serve with honey mustard
sauce.

Author: Stephanie Manley

RECIPE FROM: https://copykat.com

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