Weather ~ Picture of the Day ~ Electric Blankets ~ Crab meat Stuffed Salmon ~ National Corn Chip Day

  

Good 29º cloudy morning, on the 29th! 

 

 

Yesterday the clouds lifted and we had a beautiful clear blue sky...... and we topped at 59º. 

 

Picture of the Day

 

 

 

 

Interesting about electric blankets.........

 

An electric blanket is a blanket that contains integrated electrical heating wires. Types include underblankets, overblankets, throws, and duvets. An electric underblanket is placed above the mattress and below the bottom bed sheet. This is the most common type in the UK and Commonwealth countries, where it is known by default as an "electric blanket"; in the U.S. and Canada, where it is less common, it is called an electric heated mattress pad. An electric overblanket is placed above the top bed sheet, and is the most common type in the U.S. and Canada, where it is called an "electric blanket".

 

Electric blankets usually have a control unit that adjusts the amount of heat the blanket produces by pulsing current at different intervals. Blankets for two-person beds often have separate controls for each side of the bed. The electric blanket may be used to pre-heat the bed before use or to keep the occupant warm while in bed.

 

Electric blankets use between 15 and 115 watts in general.

Some modern "low voltage" electric blankets have thin carbon fiber wires and work on 12 to 24 volts.

 

Much like heating pads, electric blankets use an insulated wire or heating element inserted into a fabric that heats when it is plugged in. The temperature control unit, located between the blanket and the electrical outlet, manages the amount of current entering into the heat elements in the blanket.

 

Some modern electric blankets use carbon fiber elements that are less bulky and conspicuous than older heating wires. Carbon fiber is also used as the heating element in many high-end heated car seats. Blankets can be purchased with rheostats that regulate the heat.

 

Newer electric blankets have a shutoff mechanism to prevent the blanket from overheating or catching fire. Older blankets (prior to about 2001) may not have a shut-off mechanism; users run the risk of overheating. Older blankets are considered fire hazards.

 

Some electric blankets work on relatively low voltage (12 to 24 volts), including those that plug in to ordinary household electrical outlets. In the US, such blankets are sold by Soft Heat, Serta, and Select Comfort. Such blankets also include 12-volt blankets designed for in-car use; they tend to shut off automatically every 45 minutes or so.

 

Old or damaged blankets are a concern of fire safety officials, due to the combination of heat, electricity, the abundance of flammable bedding material, and a sleeping occupant. In the United Kingdom in 2011, it was estimated that 5,000 fires per year were caused by faulty electric blankets.

 

Electric blankets also present a burn risk to those who cannot feel pain, such as those with diabetic peripheral neuropathy, or who are unable to react to it, such as small children, quadriplegics, and the elderly.

Use

There are more than 500 fires each year from electric blankets or mattress heaters alone. When buying an electric blanket, choose a blanket that meets the UL Standard in the US market or a BEAB Approved safety mark. Checking an electric blanket prior to use will also help ensure safety. Do not use if:

• There is discoloration on the fabric
• The fabric is frayed or heavily worn
• There are visible wires poking through the fabric
• There is an odd smell emanating from the blanket
• The blanket is over 10 years old

In order to prevent damage or harm:

• Do not use around water or wet areas
• Do not crease or fold the blanket while in use
• Do not use all night unless the blanket is specifically for all night use
• Heating pads and electric blankets should not be left unattended while on

For storage, it is best to carefully wrap the cords and gently roll the blanket. Excessive pressure in vacuum bags or under heavy items can damage the electric blanket.

 

 

From Mr. Food

 

This stuffed salmon recipe is even better than it looks! Our Crab meat Stuffed Salmon takes imitation crab and combines it with this beautiful fish to make one of our favorite dinner recipes. Seafood recipes, specifically salmon recipes, can be tricky. So why not go for a seafood dinner recipe you know is going to be a success? This healthy recipe is easy, flavorful, and is sure to leave you pleasantly stuffed! Once you try it, we know you'll be hooked.

 

 

• 1/2 pound imitation crab meat, flaked
• 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, melted
• 6 (6-ounce) salmon fillets

 

1. Preheat oven to 350º. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
    
2. In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients except salmon; mix well and set aside.
    
3. Cut a slit lengthwise 3/4 of way through each salmon fillet. Evenly divide stuffing into each slit and place on prepared baking sheet.
    
4. Bake 15 to 20 minutes, or until fish flakes easily.

 

 

Historically this date.........

1916 – World War I: Paris is first bombed by German zeppelins.

1936 – The first inductees into the Baseball Hall of Fame are announced.

1963 – The first inductees into the Pro Football Hall of Fame are announced.

 

And births this date include.....

1913 – Victor Mature, American actor (d. 1999)

... and as my high school pal Adelle (Easton) related to me her dad was an officer on a Coast Guard ship and Mature was one of his underlings. When he had given Mature an order and someone said, "Don't you know who that is??? It's Victor Mature!" Del's dad remarked, "Mature, manure, I don't care what his name is!"

1918 – John Forsythe, American actor (d. 2010)

1942 – Claudine Longet, French singer and dancer

shot her boyfriend Spider Sabich...

1944 – Katharine Ross, American actress

Busy gal, 5 husbands!

1945 – Tom Selleck, American actor, screenwriter and film producer

.... interesting read.... my sister knew his family. They had a place at Tahoe and she said they were the NICEST family!

1960 – Greg Louganis, American diver

1970 – Paul Ryan, American politician

 

 

 

All I know. Nuff said. Have a good Sunday. Ciao.

xo Sue Mom Bobo

On January 29th, grab the queso or salsa and celebrate National Corn Chip Day. Recognized each year across the country, the day encourages corn chip lovers to whip up their favorite dips and toppings.

The corn chip or friotes are not to be confused with the tortilla chip. Both are made from cornmeal which is baked or fried in oil.

Differing steps for processing the corn separate the tortilla from the corn chip. The corn for a tortilla chip is soaked in a lime-water solution that breaks down the hulls. This process creates a crisper, milder chip. A corn chip is sturdier with a stronger corn flavor. Both were popular snacks originating in Mexico.

There are two men credited with patenting and marketing the corn chip in the United States. First, Isador J. Filler often ate a tostada (a hard corn tortilla with toppings) while traveling in San Antonio, Texas as a salesman. He struck on the idea of making them in rectangles and marketing them as a chip. In 1932 he patented his concept.

Around the same time, Elmer Doolin was also traveling in San Antonio and was enjoying friotes. According to the story, he paid $100 for the recipe. Experimenting in his home until he created the ideal chip, Doolin then started selling them from the back of his Model T Ford. When he began mass-producing them under the name of Frito Corn Chips, they were a hit.

In 1945, Doolin came to an agreement with Herman Lay (of potato chip fame) to distribute Doolin’s Fritos across the country. The two companies merged in 1959 after Doolin’s death.

HOW TO OBSERVE

Grab your favorite corn chips. Add some dips or topping.

NATIONAL CORN CHIP DAY HISTORY

National Corn Chip Day has been observed since at least 2002. However, we’ve not been able to identify the organizer of the celebration.