Dave Drum wrote to Shawn Highfield <=-

I'm going to give my own funeral a miss if at all possible.

I think that's all of our goal. <G>

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Title: Raisin Pie (Rosina Pie, "Funeral Pie")
Categories: Penndutch, Pies
Yield: 1 Servings

1 c Raisins
1 1/2 c Sugar
1 ea Egg, well beaten
2 tb Lemon rind, grated
1 x *pastry
2 c Water
4 tb Flour
1 ea Lemon, juice of
1/4 ts Salt

Wash raisins and soak in cold water for 3 hours. Drain. Combine the 2
cups water, the raisins, sugar and flour which have been mixed
together, salt, lemon juice and rind, and the egg. Mix thoroughly and
cook over hot water for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool. Pour
into pastry-lined pan. Cover with narrow strips of dough,
criss-crossed. Bake at 450-F for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350-F and
bake 30 minutes.

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-- Sean

... A waffle is like a pancake with a syrup trap.
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Sean Dennis wrote to Dave Drum <=-

I'm going to give my own funeral a miss if at all possible.

I think that's all of our goal. <G>

I have learned that it IS possible. I have a prepaid cremation waiting
for me when I cease to be animate.

My brother asked me during this last go round of hospitilisation what
my wishes were. So I told him where the paperworkfor the cremation was
and gavehim a copy of my will. Basically he gets my wheels and Dennis (housemate) gets lifetime tennancy in my bungalow - then it passes to
Habitat For Humanity. Any $$$ in the bank gets divvied between the
American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, and American
Cancer Society.

So, he looks at me and says "What about your ashes?"

I told him "If you've no ceremony that will make you feel better about
my passage, chuck 'em in your trunk and use them for traction sand next
winter. That way I'll still be useful."

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Title: Whole Wheat Biscuit Mix - BHG
Categories: Breads
Yield: 48 Servings

6 c All-purpose flour *
4 c Whole wheat flour *
1/3 c Baking powder
1/4 c Sugar
2 ts Salt
2 c Lard or Crisco shortening

* It is permissible to play with proportions of white to
whole-wheat up to just 10% white flour. Any less than 10%
white flour does not seem to do well for some reason.
~ UDD

In an extra-large bowl stir together flours, baking
powder, sugar, and salt. Cut in shortening till mixture
resembles coarse crumbs. Store in an airtight container.

To use, bring mix to room temperature if frozen. Spoon mix
lightly into a measuring cup; level off with a spatula.
Continue as directed in variations.

Makes about 12 cups.

For a four biscuit batch of Basic Biscuits:

Stir together 1 cup Biscuit Mix and 1/4 cup milk just till
dough clings together. On a floured surface, knead dough
gently 10 to 12 strokes. * Roll to 1/2" thickness. Cut
with a 2 1/2" biscuit cutter. Place on an ungreased baking
sheet. Bake in a 450+|F/230+|C oven 8 to 10 minutes or till
biscuits are golden.

Makes 4 biscuits.

* Do not over-knead or you will get tough biscuits - AKA
"sinkers". My Dad was a master at making biscuits and it
really torqued my Mom's jaws that she couldn't do as
well. Bv)=

Better Homes & Gardens 1954 Cookbook

MM Format by Dave Drum

Uncle Dirty Dave's Kitchen

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Title: Aunt Pajama's Pancake Mix
Categories: Five, Breads
Yield: 8 Pancakes

2 c Self-rising flour
2 c Bisquick
1/2 c Sugar
1/2 c Non-dairy creamer powder

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1 lg Egg
8 oz 7-Up (or club soda - UDD)
1 3/4 c Prepared pancake mix

In an 8 cup container, stir together flour, Bisquick,
sugar and creamer. Cover tightly. Refrigerate mix to
use within 3 months.

Makes 7 cups of mix.

TO USE: Into blender, put egg, 7-up and prepared pancake
mix. Blend at high speed until smooth, 1 minute. Allow
1/3 cup batter for each 6" pancakes.

Makes 8 pancakes.

Recipe By: Gloria Pitzer's Secret Recipe Newsletter

Recipe from: http://www.recipesource.com

Uncle Dirty Dave's Kitchen

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Dave Drum wrote to Sean Dennis <=-

I have learned that it IS possible. I have a prepaid cremation waiting
for me when I cease to be animate.

I was able to make arrangements to be buried at the Mountain Home National Cemetery here in Johnson City but as soon as I can, I want to get funeral insurance. Not a pleasant thought but, God forbid, if I pass away before my parents do, I want to try to make it as easy as I can on them.

My brother asked me during this last go round of hospitilisation what
my wishes were. So I told him where the paperworkfor the cremation was
and gavehim a copy of my will. Basically he gets my wheels and Dennis (housemate) gets lifetime tennancy in my bungalow - then it passes to Habitat For Humanity. Any $$$ in the bank gets divvied between the American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, and American Cancer Society.

It's good to have all of that planned out. I need to update my will since I moved and I'd like to add specifics on who gets my computers, takes over the BBS, amateur radio equipment, and whatnot. Since I don't own any real property, it's a bit easier for me.

So, he looks at me and says "What about your ashes?"

I told him "If you've no ceremony that will make you feel better about
my passage, chuck 'em in your trunk and use them for traction sand next winter. That way I'll still be useful."

Like Red Green says, "If women don't find you attractive, at least let them find you handy."

Title: Whole Wheat Biscuit Mix - BHG

That would be horrible. <G>

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

Title: Angel of Death Cheese
Categories: Appetizers, Cheese, Nuts, Herbs, Midwestern
Yield: 1 Batch

1 Head garlic, separated into
-cloves
8 oz Ricotta cheese
4 oz Gorgonzola cheese
1 c Heavy cream
1/2 ts Salt
4 Fresh sage leaves
Chopped walnuts

Cook garlic in microwave until tender (about 15 seconds). Mince in
garlic press and measure 2 tablespoons.

Beat ricotta om medium-sized bowl until softened. Add gorgonzola and
mix until smooth. Beat in cream, salt, and minced garlic.

Dampen 18-inch square piece of cheesecloth and place sage leaves
bottom-side-up in a pattern in center of square. Spoon cheese
mixture over leaves. Tie ends of cloth together to form a ball
shape. Place in cheesecloth-lined strainer and allow to drain for 24
hours in the refrigerator. Unmold cheese on serving platter.
Decorate with chopped walnuts if desired. Serve at room temperature
with an assortment of crackers.
White Feather Farms Saturday Secrets
MM Format by John Hartman Indianapolis, IN 23 Aug 96

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-- Sean

... Ancient Chinese curse: may all your wishes be granted.
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Sean Dennis wrote to Dave Drum <=-

I have learned that it IS possible. I have a prepaid cremation waiting
for me when I cease to be animate.

I was able to make arrangements to be buried at the Mountain Home
National Cemetery here in Johnson City but as soon as I can, I want to
get funeral insurance. Not a pleasant thought but, God forbid, if I
pass away before my parents do, I want to try to make it as easy as I
can on them.

The pre-paid cremation is, in all truth, a single-pay, single purpose
life insurance policy. The longer I span between purchase and use the
better the insuror does on my premium.

My brother asked me during this last go round of hospitilisation what
my wishes were. So I told him where the paperworkfor the cremation was
and gavehim a copy of my will. Basically he gets my wheels and Dennis (housemate) gets lifetime tennancy in my bungalow - then it passes to Habitat For Humanity. Any $$$ in the bank gets divvied between the American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, and American Cancer Society.

It's good to have all of that planned out. I need to update my will
since I moved and I'd like to add specifics on who gets my computers, takes over the BBS, amateur radio equipment, and whatnot. Since I
don't own any real property, it's a bit easier for me.

So, he looks at me and says "What about your ashes?"

I told him "If you've no ceremony that will make you feel better about
my passage, chuck 'em in your trunk and use them for traction sand next winter. That way I'll still be useful."

Like Red Green says, "If women don't find you attractive, at least let them find you handy."

I'm more of a Harold or Winston Rothschild than a Steve Smith

Title: Whole Wheat Biscuit Mix - BHG

That would be horrible. <G>

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

Title: Angel of Death Cheese
Categories: Appetizers, Cheese, Nuts, Herbs, Midwestern
Yield: 1 Batch

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Title: Death By Garlic *
Categories: Pasta, Cheese, Chilies
Yield: 4 Servings

1/2 c Olive oil
10 cl Minced garlic
1/2 ts Salt
1/2 ts Crushed red pepper flakes
3 tb Chopped fresh parsley
1 lb Penne pasta
1/3 c Grated Romano cheese

* The title is facetious. A mere 10 cloves of garlic is
not enough to "do in" any but the very feeblest of the
vampire group." UDD

I added one can of Italian tomatoes and chicken sausage
that had basil in it.

Cook pasta according to directions. In a pan slowly brown
garlic in oil (do not let burn!). Add salt, pepper and
parsley. Remove from heat. Toss Penne with garlic mixture
and romano cheese. Serve hot.

Serves 4 generously.

From: http://www.recipesource.com

Uncle Dirty Dave's Kitchen

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Hello Dave,

I'm going to give my own funeral a miss if at all possible.

I think that's all of our goal. <G>

I have learned that it IS possible. I have a prepaid cremation waiting for me when I cease to be animate.

Why? Just dig a hole in the ground and have a neighbor (or hired
help) drop you in and cover up the hole. No need for cremation or
having the body exhumed. So why pay for what you do not need?

My brother asked me during this last go round of hospitilisation what
my wishes were. So I told him where the paperwork for the cremation was and
gave him a copy of my will.

The burial at sea option would work here, except that shrimp boats
would have to take the body at least 3 miles offshore before dumping
the body into the sea, along with poking holes in the box to make
sure it sinks.

And scattering ashes on the beach is a no-no, along with throwing
them into the wind. Along with pouring them into waterways such as
the Mississippi River, which is muddy enough as it is, due to EPA
regulations.

Far easier to just dig a hole. No paperwork needed, and not toxic
to the environment. Cremation is costly, and releases far too much
greenhouse gases into the atmosphere for what it is worth.

It is the marker one should focus on, as everybody deserves a
marker. Including the homeless who have nowhere to go even when
they are gone.

Do you know what cities do with the remains of the homeless?
If next of kin cannot be found or located, the deceased are cremated,
with their remains taken to a local cemetery, and their ashes then
scattered into the winds.

That is the only way I know of as to how to get a free cremation.

Better to dig a hole.

For Life,
Lee

--
Melts in your mouth, not in your hands

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