Jo's Kitchen (and yes, the coffee IS on...) - Page 59

JustJo · 07-02-2010, 07:18 AM

Good morning everyone

Wow...I didn't want to get out of bed this morning at all, but so nice to wake up to a yummy breakfast Zimmy, thank you!

Incubus, you're right...they are like savory scones, maybe a little lighter in texture. I lived in Australia for a few years, and the whole biscuit/cookie/scone thing took some adjustments. It is, however, where I got addicted to salt & vinegar chips (crisps) and lamingtons....I adore lamingtons

I remember the first time someone invited me over for tea and biscuits....I thought

biscuits? Then got there and OOooooohhhh cookies!

Today is a busy day for me...3 conference calls and have to get the son to a friend's by 2 for a birthday party/sleepover. Think I'll grab the extra big cup of coffee this morning!

Have a good day all...and a very happy holiday weekend to those of us celebrating the 4th!

baby....

Mrs. Strutt · 07-02-2010, 07:25 AM

Morning, all...hope everyone has been well

It's raining, so no pool time for me today, but it's just as well. It has been so freaking hot, a little cool-down is more than welcome.

Have a great day!

lipstixgal · 07-02-2010, 08:41 AM

I didn't want to get out to bed this morning either but had to walk those cuties the dogs. Anyway, thanks to whomever left the breakfast. Incubus thanks for the link I will look into that teacakes those look scrumptous!! And the chocolate ones yummy. Anyway, always looking for more strong coffee!! Setting out more coffee and chocolate

Everyone have a great 4th of July whatever you do. What do the Floridians do this weekend just curious?? I would go to the beach for sure!!

lipstixgal · 07-02-2010, 09:02 AM

well got the nerve to call the internship site it in Englewood which is good. Close to home I mapped it out about 12 minutes without traffic so I can still come home for lunch and let the dogs out. I think I am only going to work like 3 days and have sometime off for the summer. I have to think where I am going to move to which is in like 3 months from now. I need help should I move to Florida or California?? or maybe Arizona which its warm there all year round but no beach bummer!!

freyja · 07-02-2010, 09:09 AM

Flying through the kitchen this morning and grabbing a really big mug of dark roast and something to munch on.

Bless the coffee maker! *grin*

Hello to Incubus....I have missed a few days in the kitchen, but did you know the Queen was visiting Canada right now? Yes, we had our birthday yesterday, # 143, and some great festivals in each city and the big one on Parliament Hill.

I'm prepping an album with the events from the day - our red & white in all its glory.

And, this weekend we celebrate Pride # 30.

What a way to bring in the month, party party party!

Have a good day everyone.
Happy end of week!

ps i have some red & white jelly beans leftover from yesterday, so I will leave them on the kitchen counter. Enjoy!!!

dark_crystal · 07-02-2010, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Incubus

Thank you ever so much for the recipe Jo, your biscuits sound a bit like our scones, only savoury, I bet they're fantastic for mopping up all sorts of gravy and cooking juices

our biscuits are a lil bit softer than scones...i make scones a lot, actually- cranberry ones!

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Originally Posted by morningstar55

Good Morning Kitchen dwellers

as for me .......... im spending another weekend at home.... wooHOOo..... lol
and face painting again this weekend....... omg.. the extra bucks have been a huge blessing.. monday i'll be bk on the road again..
have a great weekend eveyone.. in case i dont get bk here.....

wow how great for you! another weekend off the road! enjoy it!

Quote:

Originally Posted by JustJo

I lived in Australia for a few years, and the whole biscuit/cookie/scone thing took some adjustments. It is, however, where I got addicted to salt & vinegar chips (crisps) and lamingtons....I adore lamingtons

for some reason that i don't recall i was reading about lamingtons on wikipedia a couple weeks ago- they sound very yummy indeed!

it is weird b/c when i work the reference desk i have to look like i am doing more than just sitting there, but i don't want to bring any actual work out there b/c i will get too into it and then start resenting the patrons that ask for help (even tho that is the whole reason i am out there, i know it's horrible)

so what i do is pull up wikipedia and click "random article" over and over again- so it looks like reference work but it's really just surfing lol

IT NEVER FAILS that i will read about something really random and totally new to me and that topic will come up in coinversation somewhere within the next week- and i get to sound tolly impressive b/c i know all about it lol

last week it was (Houston ex-mayor) Kathy Whitmire- on Friday i surfed randomly to her page after getting Van Halen and then clicking Sammy Hagar and then clicking his ex-band montrose and then clicking disambiguation for montrose and getting the Houston neighborhood montrose and then getting Kathy whitmire b/c she got a lot of votes in montrose!!!

on sunday my friend mentioned her! and asked what ever happened to her! and i was able to tell her she is now a real estate investor in Hawaii!

i still don't remember the path that led me to lamingtons tho

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Originally Posted by freyja

[COLOR="Purple"] Hello to Incubus....I have missed a few days in the kitchen, but did you know the Queen was visiting Canada right now? Yes, we had our birthday yesterday, # 143...COLOR]

God save the Queen!

lipstixgal · 07-02-2010, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dark_crystal

our biscuits are a lil bit softer than scones...i make scones a lot, actually- cranberry ones!

wow how great for you! another weekend off the road! enjoy it!

for some reason that i don't recall i was reading about lamingtons on wikipedia a couple weeks ago- they sound very yummy indeed!

it is weird b/c when i work the reference desk i have to look like i am doing more than just sitting there, but i don't want to bring any actual work out there b/c i will get too into it and then start resenting the patrons that ask for help (even tho that is the whole reason i am out there, i know it's horrible)

so what i do is pull up wikipedia and click "random article" over and over again- so it looks like reference work but it's really just surfing lol

IT NEVER FAILS that i will read about something really random and totally new to me and that topic will come up in coinversation somewhere within the next week- and i get to sound tolly impressive b/c i know all about it lol

last week it was (Houston ex-mayor) Kathy Whitmire- on Friday i surfed randomly to her page after getting Van Halen and then clicking Sammy Hagar and then clicking his ex-band montrose and then clicking disambiguation for montrose and getting the Houston neighborhood montrose and then getting Kathy whitmire b/c she got a lot of votes in montrose!!!

on sunday my friend mentioned her! and asked what ever happened to her! and i was able to tell her she is now a real estate investor in Hawaii!

i still don't remember the path that led me to lamingtons tho

God save the Queen!

Who has a scone recipe I love them!! Anybody??
dc what is your recipe want to share

gail

dark_crystal · 07-02-2010, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by lipstixgal

Who has a scone recipe I love them!! Anybody??
dc what is your recipe want to share

gail

Aunt Lynn's Scones
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup chopped dried fruit (currants, raisins, cranberries or your choice)
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Combine flour, baking powder, salt and sugar with a fork. Add the dried fruit and mix well.

2. Add the cream and stir: It will be quite sticky. Turn the mixture onto a lightly floured board and knead 8 or 9 times. Add a little flour if it's too sticky. Shape the dough into an 8-10 inch flat round.

3. Melt 3 Tablespoons of butter. Pour the butter over the round of dough and make sure the sides are covered as well. (Mush it around with your fingers!)

4. Sprinkle the top with 2 Tablespoons of sugar.

5. Using a sharp knife, cut the dough like a pie into 12 wedges and place the wedges onto a lightly-greased cookie sheet.

6. Bake 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown

lipstixgal · 07-02-2010, 12:20 PM

Well had a nice afternoon so faq walked the little ones the doggies and had a good time went for a latte at DD could have went for a donut or croissant but resisted trying to stay on Jenny!!! hope everyone is enjoying their day so far. INcubus and hys sweet treats are driving me insane I so want those teacakes will have to place an order for the dark chocolate one. Leaving out a little dark chocolate for those who need a pick me up this afternoon

lipstixgal · 07-02-2010, 01:28 PM

gosh I could really go for a little something, maybe I'll go to the store and get some bananas they fill ya up, need to get out and do something, tomorrow is Shabbat can't really spend money or not suppose to drive the car either but have to, to get to Temple in the morning!! Really want chocolate so I should just give in to it before it gets the best of me!! ok see you guys later, wish the beach was closer too. It an hour away and need to find a pet friendly hotel to take dogs with me.

07-02-2010, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by JustJo

*snip*

Incubus, you're right...they are like savory scones, maybe a little lighter in texture. I lived in Australia for a few years, and the whole biscuit/cookie/scone thing took some adjustments. It is, however, where I got addicted to salt & vinegar chips (crisps) and lamingtons....I adore lamingtons

I remember the first time someone invited me over for tea and biscuits....I thought

biscuits? Then got there and OOooooohhhh cookies!

*snippety snip*

Ahaaa that makes things much clearer thank-you Jo...softer, lighter, savoury scones, I am interested to try one of those wee beasties.

A woman after my own heart, nothing, absolutely nothing beats Salt and Vinegar, The King of Crisps ('cept maybe Seabrooks Wasabi flavour)
I've never had Lamingtons but I've heard much about them from Aussie mates. How come you were in Aus?

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Originally Posted by freyja

*snipperoo*

Hello to Incubus....I have missed a few days in the kitchen, but did you know the Queen was visiting Canada right now? Yes, we had our birthday yesterday, # 143, and some great festivals in each city and the big one on Parliament Hill.

I'm prepping an album with the events from the day - our red & white in all its glory.

And, this weekend we celebrate Pride # 30.

What a way to bring in the month, party party party!

Have a good day everyone.
Happy end of week!

ps i have some red & white jelly beans leftover from yesterday, so I will leave them on the kitchen counter. Enjoy!!!

Hola freya, I had heard that Lizzie and Phil were making a visit to your shores, inbetween news of the World Cup and Wimbledon. I hope you had a very jolly Canada Day and that you have a wonderful Pride.

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Originally Posted by dark_crystal

our biscuits are a lil bit softer than scones...i make scones a lot, actually- cranberry ones!

*snip*

God save the Queen!

Hello there dark_crystal (I loved that film and accompanying book) Cranberry scones you say? I know loads of folks who would like those, not me though I'm afraid I don't eat cakes, biscuits, scones, chocolate, sweets (candies) etc.etc.etc...How do you serve your scones? With butter and jam and clotted cream as is traditional?

Poor old Queenie just had her 'allowance' frozen at £7.9 million for the next 20yrs (instead of the usual 10yrs). It must be such a hard life!

07-02-2010, 03:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dark_crystal

Aunt Lynn's Scones
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup chopped dried fruit (currants, raisins, cranberries or your choice)
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Combine flour, baking powder, salt and sugar with a fork. Add the dried fruit and mix well.

2. Add the cream and stir: It will be quite sticky. Turn the mixture onto a lightly floured board and knead 8 or 9 times. Add a little flour if it's too sticky. Shape the dough into an 8-10 inch flat round.

3. Melt 3 Tablespoons of butter. Pour the butter over the round of dough and make sure the sides are covered as well. (Mush it around with your fingers!)

4. Sprinkle the top with 2 Tablespoons of sugar.

5. Using a sharp knife, cut the dough like a pie into 12 wedges and place the wedges onto a lightly-greased cookie sheet.

6. Bake 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown

Not like any scone recipe I've ever made. Softened butter worked into the flour to form breadcrumbs, milk not cream, work the dough lightly, don't over work it or they won't rise then roll out your dough lightly to about a 1.5 - 2 cm thick and then using a cookie cutter cut out as many rounds as your dough will allow. I've never ever seen a wedge shaped scone it has to be said.

If I was at home I'd post my Ma's recipe.

lipstixgal · 07-02-2010, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Incubus

Ahaaa that makes things much clearer thank-you Jo...softer, lighter, savoury scones, I am interested to try one of those wee beasties.

A woman after my own heart, nothing, absolutely nothing beats Salt and Vinegar, The King of Crisps ('cept maybe Seabrooks Wasabi flavour)
I've never had Lamingtons but I've heard much about them from Aussie mates. How come you were in Aus?

Hola freya, I had heard that Lizzie and Phil were making a visit to your shores, inbetween news of the World Cup and Wimbledon. I hope you had a very jolly Canada Day and that you have a wonderful Pride.

Hello there dark_crystal (I loved that film and accompanying book) Cranberry scones you say? I know loads of folks who would like those, not me though I'm afraid I don't eat cakes, biscuits, scones, chocolate, sweets (candies) etc.etc.etc...How do you serve your scones? With butter and jam and clotted cream as is traditional?

Poor old Queenie just had her 'allowance' frozen at £7.9 million for the next 20yrs (instead of the usual 10yrs). It must be such a hard life!

Incubus I have got to get those teacakes thanks for the link!! Did you have a good day?? So no scones for you but biscuits yes huh? Its going to get really hot here in the next few days oh no and humid thank g-d for A/C!!

07-02-2010, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by lipstixgal

Incubus I have got to get those teacakes thanks for the link!! Did you have a good day?? So no scones for you but biscuits yes huh? Its going to get really hot here in the next few days oh no and humid thank g-d for A/C!!

You're very welcome lipstixgal, I hope the link proves successful for you and you get to try the Tunnocks, you won't regret it.

It's been a very quiet day for me, spent puttering around doing this and that, reading a good book, then making flat breads and cooking dinner - my treat for Mrs.I.

I may try making biscuits when I return home next week, Mrs.Incubus isn't enamoured about trying them sadly.

It's really quite humid here at the moment...It's going to be tough to sleep through this muggy night - no air con here!

I hope you're having a lovely evening lipstixgal. Time for us to curl up with Grey's on t.v and then it's bedtime.

lipstixgal · 07-02-2010, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Incubus

You're very welcome lipstixgal, I hope the link proves successful for you and you get to try the Tunnocks, you won't regret it.

It's been a very quiet day for me, spent puttering around doing this and that, reading a good book, then making flat breads and cooking dinner - my treat for Mrs.I.

I may try making biscuits when I return home next week, Mrs.Incubus isn't enamoured about trying them sadly.

It's really quite humid here at the moment...It's going to be tough to sleep through this muggy night - no air con here!

I hope you're having a lovely evening lipstixgal. Time for us to curl up with Grey's on t.v and then it's bedtime.

Well Incubus I think that you will like the biscuits. Sorry that Mrs. I doesn't want to try them, there good!! Anyway, will be glad to get my hands on some of those tunnocks teacakes soon!! Have fun watching tv that's what I am going to do. Wait what's for dinner tongiht?? Anybody

dark_crystal · 07-02-2010, 04:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Incubus

Not like any scone recipe I've ever made. Softened butter worked into the flour to form breadcrumbs, milk not cream, work the dough lightly, don't over work it or they won't rise then roll out your dough lightly to about a 1.5 - 2 cm thick and then using a cookie cutter cut out as many rounds as your dough will allow. I've never ever seen a wedge shaped scone it has to be said.

If I was at home I'd post my Ma's recipe.

lol i guess ppl in texas just love my scones cuz they don't know any better!

07-02-2010, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by dark_crystal

lol i guess ppl in texas just love my scones cuz they don't know any better!

Maybe the 'Merican version is just that, a version of the Mother-land originals *sniggers*

dark_crystal · 07-02-2010, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Incubus

Maybe the 'Merican version is just that, a version of the Mother-land originals *sniggers*

that's us! the mother-land through a funhouse mirror- and Texas is the mother-land through a funhouse mirror with Meth

JustJo · 07-02-2010, 08:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dark_crystal

lol i guess ppl in texas just love my scones cuz they don't know any better!

I love them tooooooooo....
I read the recipe and thought hmmmm...I have dried apricots I've been ignoring.

Of course, the bad news is th!!at I've now eaten 3. Your aunt is a genius!

Okay....I realized that I ate so many apricot scones that I forgot to make dinner.

Leftover beef stew anyone????

lipstixgal · 07-03-2010, 05:03 AM

Good Morning all

What should we have for breakfast?? Well strong coffee and tea is on first of all. How about eggs cooked to order with some cheddar and gouda cheeses mixed in, hash browns, bacon, sausage (morningstar of course) and all the fixings for bagels, croissants etc. Have a great day!! sleep if you need to that's where I headed back to bed....

07-02-2010, 07:18 AM	#1161
JustJo Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: pushy broad Preferred Pronoun?: she Relationship Status: Follow your heart; it knows things your mind cannot explain. Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Southeast corner Posts: 5,633 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 24,417 Thanked 25,406 Times in 4,660 Posts Rep Power: 21474857	Good morning everyone Wow...I didn't want to get out of bed this morning at all, but so nice to wake up to a yummy breakfast Zimmy, thank you! Incubus, you're right...they are like savory scones, maybe a little lighter in texture. I lived in Australia for a few years, and the whole biscuit/cookie/scone thing took some adjustments. It is, however, where I got addicted to salt & vinegar chips (crisps) and lamingtons....I adore lamingtons I remember the first time someone invited me over for tea and biscuits....I thought biscuits? Then got there and OOooooohhhh cookies! Today is a busy day for me...3 conference calls and have to get the son to a friend's by 2 for a birthday party/sleepover. Think I'll grab the extra big cup of coffee this morning! Have a good day all...and a very happy holiday weekend to those of us celebrating the 4th! baby.... __________________ I'm not tall enough to ride emotional roller coasters

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07-02-2010, 09:09 AM	#1165
freyja Member How Do You Identify?: Lesbian Preferred Pronoun?: she Relationship Status: single Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: in the kitchen Posts: 182 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 5 Thanked 146 Times in 76 Posts Rep Power: 28	Flying through the kitchen this morning and grabbing a really big mug of dark roast and something to munch on. Bless the coffee maker! grin Hello to Incubus....I have missed a few days in the kitchen, but did you know the Queen was visiting Canada right now? Yes, we had our birthday yesterday, # 143, and some great festivals in each city and the big one on Parliament Hill. I'm prepping an album with the events from the day - our red & white in all its glory. And, this weekend we celebrate Pride # 30. What a way to bring in the month, party party party! Have a good day everyone. Happy end of week! ps i have some red & white jelly beans leftover from yesterday, so I will leave them on the kitchen counter. Enjoy!!! __________________ ____________________ freyja's kitchen

07-02-2010, 08:41 AM	#1163
lipstixgal Senior Member How Do You Identify?: femme Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: coupled Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,028 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 201 Thanked 1,690 Times in 1,064 Posts Rep Power: 1494761	I didn't want to get out to bed this morning either but had to walk those cuties the dogs. Anyway, thanks to whomever left the breakfast. Incubus thanks for the link I will look into that teacakes those look scrumptous!! And the chocolate ones yummy. Anyway, always looking for more strong coffee!! Setting out more coffee and chocolate Everyone have a great 4th of July whatever you do. What do the Floridians do this weekend just curious?? I would go to the beach for sure!!

07-02-2010, 09:02 AM	#1164
lipstixgal Senior Member How Do You Identify?: femme Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: coupled Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,028 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 201 Thanked 1,690 Times in 1,064 Posts Rep Power: 1494761	well got the nerve to call the internship site it in Englewood which is good. Close to home I mapped it out about 12 minutes without traffic so I can still come home for lunch and let the dogs out. I think I am only going to work like 3 days and have sometime off for the summer. I have to think where I am going to move to which is in like 3 months from now. I need help should I move to Florida or California?? or maybe Arizona which its warm there all year round but no beach bummer!!

07-02-2010, 12:20 PM	#1169
lipstixgal Senior Member How Do You Identify?: femme Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: coupled Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,028 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 201 Thanked 1,690 Times in 1,064 Posts Rep Power: 1494761	Well had a nice afternoon so faq walked the little ones the doggies and had a good time went for a latte at DD could have went for a donut or croissant but resisted trying to stay on Jenny!!! hope everyone is enjoying their day so far. INcubus and hys sweet treats are driving me insane I so want those teacakes will have to place an order for the dark chocolate one. Leaving out a little dark chocolate for those who need a pick me up this afternoon

07-02-2010, 01:28 PM	#1170
lipstixgal Senior Member How Do You Identify?: femme Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: coupled Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,028 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 201 Thanked 1,690 Times in 1,064 Posts Rep Power: 1494761	gosh I could really go for a little something, maybe I'll go to the store and get some bananas they fill ya up, need to get out and do something, tomorrow is Shabbat can't really spend money or not suppose to drive the car either but have to, to get to Temple in the morning!! Really want chocolate so I should just give in to it before it gets the best of me!! ok see you guys later, wish the beach was closer too. It an hour away and need to find a pet friendly hotel to take dogs with me.

07-03-2010, 05:03 AM	#1180
lipstixgal Senior Member How Do You Identify?: femme Preferred Pronoun?: She Relationship Status: coupled Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,028 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 201 Thanked 1,690 Times in 1,064 Posts Rep Power: 1494761	Good Morning all What should we have for breakfast?? Well strong coffee and tea is on first of all. How about eggs cooked to order with some cheddar and gouda cheeses mixed in, hash browns, bacon, sausage (morningstar of course) and all the fixings for bagels, croissants etc. Have a great day!! sleep if you need to that's where I headed back to bed....