Morning, noon and night
Three random things I learned, or remembered, todayArchive for September 28, 2007
How to avoid being killed by lightening
NOON
Lightening kills about 100 people in the USA each year. Most deaths occur outside eg on golf courses, athletic fields, in boats. Farmers are also at risk.
The link above tells you more.
The centre of the Earth
MORNING
Bet you don’t know what’s in the very centre of the earth?
Molten iron, apparently.
The above reference tells you about this and a bit about oil too.
Apple curd
NIGHT
A seasonal curd from the same old recipe book.
APPLE CURD
Ingredients:
1.5 lbs of tart apples
1 gill of water
2 eggs
3/4lb sugar
1/8 teaspoonful of ground ginger
1/4lb butter
1. Peel, core and slice the apples.
2. Simmer gently in the water until they are thoroughly cooked.
3. Beat until smooth, then add the sugar, beaten eggs, and butter.
4. Blend all the ingredients thoroughly and stir over a gentle heat until the eggs thicken. Do not allow to boil.
5. Add the ginger.
6. Pot and cover immediately.
N.B. As apple curd does not keep very well, it should be made in small quantities when required.
