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On 3/2/2021 at 12:18 PM, BritManToo said:

Just made Ginger Cake with Molasses ............... came out pretty well IMHO.

 

I'd be tempted to polish it all off, the molasses are a good addition.

32 minutes ago, HashBrownHarry said:

Electric ones have not enough power ( unless just trimming the leaves ).

 

If you need to cut the branches you'll need a petrol one.

I think if l went with the petrol type l would need to rent some scaffolding. But yes, l do understand you regarding ability to cut branches.

I need to cut my hedge it's about 12 feet high and 3 feet wide. I am thinking about one of the electric trimming ones not the petrol powered type as l will be up and down ladders. The ones I have seen are about 2 kg in weight and l see petrol type are alot heavier.

There are 2 types: cordless and with electric cord.

Anyone using one of these? Anything I should be taking into consideration?

Many thanks.

19 hours ago, BritManToo said:

Just got a new Otto 60l oven (2,800bht), made pizza, ate an entire large one by myself.

 

The dough looks just how I personally like it, not too crispy.

I'm sure it tasted delicious.

I have just realized my 90 was due on the 15th Feb.

Is there any grace period if l go on Monday?

Thanks and regards 

1 hour ago, mogandave said:

My pork roast ready to go in the oven...

 

Looks very tempting indeed 

Hopefully this thread stays alive, so my chocolate crinkle brownies baked this morning.

On 2/9/2021 at 4:51 PM, Gandtee said:

Does anyone know where to buy natural sausage casings in the Sattahip area. Makro used to sell them salted but then seemed to stop. 

Not in Sattahip but possibly these guys in Koh Phangna could be of assistance in your search.

https://thaiartisanfoods.com/shop/

5 hours ago, Michaelaway said:

Potato & Gruyere pancakes with marinated pork coppa steaks.

Looks very tempting indeed.

2 minutes ago, VocalNeal said:

 

If we knew where "locally" was we might be able to help. 

 

Std. drill angle is about 118 deg. whereas for stainless or hard steel you need 135 deg.

Thanks Neal,  l got them in Saimai at the local ironmongery.

The 135 degree is something else for me to check.

Thanks.

Thanks all, I'll go for cobalt hsco and also get a smaller 3mm for pilot hole.

And use a low slow speed 

Thanks again.

I need to drill through stainless steel, I bought 2 drill bits (5mm)  locally and was assured they would be fine but didn't work and only left a tiny pin size dent.

I see people recommend cobalt, titanium or HSS as being the best drill bit.

I'll make the trip to Homepro, but 

could any let me know which to get for a one off job of drilling two holes. This will be the only time I'll need to drill through stainless steel.

Thank you.

5 hours ago, Kenny202 said:

I bought the pork in Makro and it was labelled "hip" which I believe is ham / leg. My friend tried using shoulder and wasn't happy with the results. I have used the same brine mix but use Loin to make like a corned silverside type thing and results are excellent for sandwiches. The loin is a whole different texture and not too good for ham but works great for this and slices so nice. Brine the Loin same as the ham, then do in a slow cooker for about 6-8 hours with onions, carrots, vinegar, brown sugar, salt and pepper, herbs if you wish. Really nice on sandwiches. Same texture and flavor as beef, in fact going to do a beef the same way next time with all the cheap Aussie beef around.

Cheers Kenny, I'll have a look in Makro for hip.

Thanks for taking the time to reply.

1 hour ago, Kenny202 said:

It turned out excellent, well nearly lol. Didn't do any harm sitting in the bag for a week uncooked, as it shouldn't being cured. Was about 2.5 kilo from memory so only a small piece. I cooked it for 2 hours and it was still a bit uncooked in the middle which is unusual as I cooked it twice the recommended time and used a meat thermometer. My friend said he had the same issue. I could have amped the flavors up a little too. I was wary of using too much salt or herbs. All in all good result. Lovely texture and delicious. Much better than anything you could buy locally. Photos and recipe attached.  

 

Looks extremely good Kenny, quick question, did you use shoulder or?

Thanks again 

On 12/16/2020 at 10:34 AM, Kenny202 said:

I have cured my ham and ready today. I would rather keep it in the fridge uncooked and bake it Xmas morning. Will it keep in the fridge uncooked for a week or so dried and put away in a zip lock bag? Or should I bake it now and put it back in the oven to warm and final glaze on Xmas day? 

Kenny, I'm interested to know how was the ham you cured yourself, any photos or feedback?

1 hour ago, Solinvictus said:

Anyone try making eggnog? I have, well my boss, she did last year and came out very nice and was easier than I previously thought. Gonna make some more today!

 

Happy Holidays!

 

Nutmeg is about the hardest thing to find but just using cinnamon is fine for me.

I contemplated trying to make some but it seemed alot of items to get and l am the only one who will drink it.

I would be interested to know how your boss gets on making it.

2 hours ago, Kenny202 said:

I have cured my ham and ready today. I would rather keep it in the fridge uncooked and bake it Xmas morning. Will it keep in the fridge uncooked for a week or so dried and put away in a zip lock bag? Or should I bake it now and put it back in the oven to warm and final glaze on Xmas day? 

Possibly cook it now? Then any adjustments required could made for the next time, maybe for a New Years day lunch or dinner.

I'm interested to see how it tastes Kenny and probably couldn't resist the temptation.

13 hours ago, mr mr said:

anyone know where there are still turkeys left in bkk ? foodland CW today didn't have any anymore. Villa same. 

 

don't want to have to drive around to 15 places. thanks for any help. 

I saw frozen Butterball turkeys in Foodland Ramintra about 10 days ago. You may want to call ahead and check their current stock status as the traffic on Ramintra road can be a nightmare sometimes due to sky train construction. 

I have an One-plus.

After seeing your replies, l delved deep into developer options and found it.

I never knew I could change something like that myself.

Many thanks for your time 

Hello,

Could anyone please recommend an app that automatically turns off my mobile data and uses only my home wifi when l am home and automatically switches to mobile data when l am outside?

I understand their are a few but anyone here with personal experience.

Thank you.

1 hour ago, scorecard said:

 Can you please share where you buy the skins, thanks.

There is a thread near to this thread on skins, sorry I don't know how to paste a thread within a post.

2 hours ago, vogie said:

Heres some I made earlier.????

 

 

They look great! And you will know exactly what goes in them.

16 hours ago, DJ54 said:

Where can you buy black eyed peas? I’ve not seen at VM or BC. 

Lazada have them.

9 minutes ago, BritManToo said:

Star all purpose flour ..... 24bht/Kg.

The amount of baking powder isn't that important, but the speed you finish the mixing and cutting after adding liquid is.

It starts to rise the instant it's wet, so you need to mix, roll and cut within 2 minutes of adding the liquid.

Much appreciated and thank you.

On 7/5/2020 at 4:56 PM, BritManToo said:

Made scones, easiest thing in the world to bake.

Topped with home made raspberry and blackberry jam ........

May l ask what flour you used please?

I have plain flour and some google search says add 2 teaspoons of baking powder per 200g, others say 2 teaspoons per 150g.

Any recommendation?

Thanks.