Re: What foodie gift did you get for Christmas?

"Janet Bostwick" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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I got a Black and Decker electric Jar Opener. It is a real blessing for
those of us who have trouble opening some jar lids. It really does a

great

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job! I've been opening a lot of jars!

Charlie

I wish this product had been around several years ago. A friend was

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a very difficult time with jars. We got her two different sizes of those
flexible strap wrenches. They were helpful only if she had some limited
flexibility and dexterity. On days when her hands were terribly swollen,
painful and stiff she was pretty much helpless. I'm glad this jar opener

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available for you, Charlie.
Janet

Thank you Janet. I think I have tried just about all the different types of
openers. The Black & Decker works very well indeed with NO effort or grip
involved. I just hopes it lasts!

Charlie
Charlie

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I got a Black and Decker electric Jar Opener. It is a
real blessing for those of us who have trouble opening
some jar lids. It really does a great job! I've been
opening a lot of jars!

I wish this product had been around several years ago. A
friend was having a very difficult time with jars. We got
her two different sizes of those flexible strap wrenches.
They were helpful only if she had some limited flexibility
and dexterity. On days when her hands were terribly swollen,
painful and stiff she was pretty much helpless. I'm glad
this jar opener is available for you, Charlie.

Thank you Janet. I think I have tried just about all the

different

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types of openers. The Black & Decker works very well indeed
with NO effort or grip involved. I just hopes it lasts!

As someone with a daughter-unit with severe JRA, finding the right
tool for everyday motions was a high priority. This tool, while not
a present in the normal sense of it's use, was gahdz'-gifted. She's
using it more and more.

ObEdP: You're lack of common sense is astounding. When you don't
know something, you proudly herald it. It must be nice being so
blissfully ignorant. May _you_ be afflicted with such a
debilitating ailment so that you might gain some measure of
empathy...

ObFood: Stuffed London Broil and New Potatoes

London Broil

INGREDIENTS:
London Broil - 2-1/2 to 3 lb.
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbs. lemon zest, fresh

METHOD:
With a sharp knife, cut a horizontal pocket about 3/4 of the
way through the meat (on the long side.) Combine parsley, garlic
and lemon zest; spread evenly inside pocket. Wrap in plastic wrap
(airtight) and refrigerate for up to 6 hours.

New Potatoes

INGREDIENTS:
3 to 3-1/2 lb. new potatoes
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
3 Tbs. dijon mustard
1 Tbs. olive oil

METHOD:
Cook potatoes in 3 quarts of boiling water, bring it to boil
over high heat. Reduce heat, cover and simmer potatoes until barely
tender. This should take only 20 mins. Drain lot and return to pan.
Combine vinegar, mustard, and oil in a small bowl. Add half
the mixture to the potatoes and mix well. Allow to marinate for 20
minutes. Skewer potatoes on wooden poutry or metal BBQ skewers.
Remove plastic wrap and grill meat and potatoes side-by-side,
basting the potatoes with the rest of the vinegar mixture. Cook
London Broil to preferred doneness.

The Ranger

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As someone with a daughter-unit with severe JRA, finding the right
tool for everyday motions was a high priority. This tool, while not
a present in the normal sense of it's use, was gahdz'-gifted. She's
using it more and more.

What a whallop to the chops! When did you discover it and
how old is your daughter now? Is she still able to walk?

sf

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The Ranger said:

As someone with a daughter-unit with severe JRA,
finding the right tool for everyday motions was a high
priority. This tool, while not a present in the normal
sense of it's use, was gahdz'-gifted. She's using it
more and more.

What a whallop to the chops! When did you discover
it and how old is your daughter now? Is she still able
to walk?

Approximately 3 years ago and everything we've been trying is
failing. Until just recently she was able to play soccer, cook, and
even write. Lately -- within the last four weeks -- walking across
carpet barefooted, holding silverware between her fingers, or
grasping a pencil to write create daily challenges.

So sharply popping the bottom of a jar (as one noodle-brained
jackass suggested) isn't really an option.

The Ranger

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On Thu, 30 Dec 2004 14:42:23 -0800, "The Ranger" <[email hidden]>

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As someone with a daughter-unit with severe JRA,
finding the right tool for everyday motions was a high
priority. This tool, while not a present in the normal
sense of it's use, was gahdz'-gifted. She's using it
more and more.

What a whallop to the chops! When did you discover
it and how old is your daughter now? Is she still able
to walk?

Approximately 3 years ago and everything we've been trying is
failing. Until just recently she was able to play soccer, cook, and
even write. Lately -- within the last four weeks -- walking across
carpet barefooted, holding silverware between her fingers, or
grasping a pencil to write create daily challenges.

So sharply popping the bottom of a jar (as one noodle-brained
jackass suggested) isn't really an option.

The Ranger

Oh, I'm so sorry. I hope she has a remission of symptoms. It's been 3
years this Christmas since my friend's symptoms were so terrible. Her hands
are still stiff, and do swell, but her fingers no longer look like bruised
sausages. The worst of the episode lasted 4 months or so. I hope things
improve for your daughter.
Janet

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how old is your daughter now?

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The one that's being treated is 10. We're hoping this latest round
of treatment simply stalls further damage to her body.

ObFood: Tacquitos and quesadillas for dinner with salsa verde. Good
eats for a cold-&-rainy day.

The Ranger

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So sharply popping the bottom of a jar (as one noodle-brained
jackass suggested) isn't really an option.

Wasn't I was that noodle brained jackass? You didn't give
the parameters of JRA and I thought it was a great idea. My
deli man taught me that trick - because I can't open the
bottles I buy to wash down lunch unless I do it.

sf

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On Thu, 30 Dec 2004 15:03:17 -0800, The Ranger

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So sharply popping the bottom of a jar (as one noodle-brained
jackass suggested) isn't really an option.

Wasn't I was that noodle brained jackass? [snip]

I'll say "yes" for lack of any proof disputing it...

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My deli man taught me that trick [..]

As did both my Sainted Mother(tm) and Father-unit, neither of whom
experienced RA, nor any of the myriad other joint-disorders. And
under normal SOP, this is a great trick. But... for those
experiencing arthritic difficulties, the most simple of
movements -- let alone grasping a heavy, vac-sealed lid and popping
it sharply on the bottom -- on some days can be painful.

There are some days that prevent her from being a kid. The rest
she's learned to live with the pain.

The Ranger

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There are some days that prevent her from being a kid. The rest
she's learned to live with the pain.

My heart goes out to her. Fortunately she has a loving and
supportive family.

sf

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My heart goes out to her. Fortunately she has a
loving and supportive family.

Thank you.

ObFood: Thai Peanut Dip

INGREDIENTS:
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
8 oz. plain yogurt*
2 Tbs. soy sauce
2 Tbs. packed brown sugar
1/8 tsp. ground red pepper
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1/2" piece of ginger, pressed
1 Tbs. cilantro, snipped

METHOD:
Whisk all ingredients together until smooth. Allow to set overnight
in refrigerator or for 2-3 hours at room temperature. Serves 18
generously.

* I have substituted goat yogurt in place of low fat (cow's milk)
yogurt with a zestier result. (Caveat: Not everyone -- all three
daughter-units were surprised and picked out that I'd changed an
ingredient on them -- agreed with me.)

The Ranger