April 20th, 2019 at 00:20 am » Comments (0)

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I might be compensated but am unlikely to get rich anytime soon.

Ninja Foodi ™ Terms, Abbreviations and other stuff that may be helpful when discussing the Foodi Family of appliances in general and the “original Foodi” OP302 known in our home as Darth Vader, is the 6.5 qt which has claimed permanent counter space since December of 2018. it is a countertop kitchen appliance that combines the functions of an (EPC) Electric Pressure Cooker and (AF) AirFryer
TenderCrisp(tm) is the function name used by the Foodi for “most” AF functions that are preceded by use of the (PC) Pressure Cook functionality

Although I also have and used, since March of 2018 the Corsori C3120 2qt EPC – the following is “geared” to Foodi terms as outlined in its (OG) Owner’s Guide .
It is by no means complete, and may be somewhat out of date – your suggestions or questions for clarification are most welcome in the comments.

The OG Owner’s Guide is by not a complete reference but is very helpful and worth the time to at least browse a few time. Not to memorize, but to have an idea of where to look when you need an answer NOW
All the of the appliance I own do have their manuals on line and sometimes that is helpful for deciding which one is “right for you”
Tiplet – pull up a stool in front your machine with it unplugged, and go thru the Features and functions, touching the appropriate buttons to start to get oriented to all your new Kitchen companion can do for you.

It is my observation that easily 80% of the “technical” questions asked in the Foodi groups are answered in the User Guide. I strongly recommend you read thru the Owner’s Guide at least once or twice.

AC = Air Crisp is the Ninja Foodi term used on it original products for AF.

AF = AIR FRY(ER) is a counter top device that allows one to crisp / fry with very limited oil – Foodi uses the term “Tender Crisp” to describe it AF functionality

EPC = Electric Pressure Cooker – an electric counter top appliance that cooks food under pressure – There are many many brands of EPC, mine is the Foodi 6.5 quart model OP 302

NPR = Natural Pressure Release
(same as Natural Release below)

NR = Natural Release means to leave the steam vent closed until the pressure releases on its own. A complete NR, means until the locking pin drops. Tiplet: Note, cooking continues during what can be a longish process depending on the amount of liquid that has to cool from gas/steam to liquid
It is not unusual for there to be some residual = just move lever to vent
Tiplet I factor in the cooking that occurs for a full NR. It takes some trial and error, but has proven worth the effort (read that I get distracted and forget to come back ) It also has proven that I can reduce the PC cook time and thus energy costs by about 7% so I get to be lazy/distracted and frugal.

PC = Pressure Cooker a device that cooks food under pressure and raised temperature. May be either electric or stove top.

PIP = Pot In Pot. Food placed in a pot or pan that can be used either for less mess or “serial” meal prep – Although not exactly the same, the use of the Foodi Crisper Basket might be considered PIP, certainly those using baking accessories such as a springform, are using a from of PIP. I use PIP quite often.

QR = Quick Release
Open vent to release steam quickly – for safety it is recommended you use a long handle spoon to move the valve for QR. It is suggested and in my experience true, that QR should not be used for meats etc until you have done at least a 10 min NR (natural release) UNLESS specifically directed in a recipe from a trusted author.

Red (dot) Float Valve may stick even after full pressure release (and there are several reasons this happens) a very GENTLE tap with the end of a wooden spoon should cause it to drop and so release the lid

RR – Reversible Rack included with your purchase eliminates the need for the wasteful aluminum foil strip or the silicone slings that may be to tight a fit for the Foodi and thus interfere with both PC & AF functions. The Reversible Rack – somewhat unique to the Foodi – can serve as a trivet for large cuts of meat like a slab of Corned Beef. Or, as a Sling for easy in/out when using the PIP (Pot In Pot) Method

Tiplet There are two styles of Reversible Rack. The new double stack included with the latest version of the 8qt does NOT fit in the 6.5.

Trivet = the metal rack that goes in the bottom In the Foodi, the reversible rack that is included in your purchase can be considered a Trivet.
of your pot to keep food out of the liquid. This can be a separate item or Foodi owners will find the Reversible Rack rather handy for this function.
Trivet Tiplet There are two styles of Reversible Rack. The new double stack included with the latest version of the 8qt does NOT fit in the 6.5.

Water Test = accomplishes two things. First it gives you some “hands on” orientation for the PC function. Second, it often results in finding any malfunction or needs for you to more carefully seat the sealing ring.

This is by no means complete and as I said you suggestions for clarification or additions are most welcomed.

If you think I am wrong – Let’s Talk About It. I love hearing about others ides, opinions and experience.

If you are interested in accessories, I do have an Amazon page which includes items I have used or plan to try at
https://www.amazon.com/shop/wheatcarr

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This draft was started 20-Apr-2019 and still need works.
Some updating was done in Late April 2020

April 12th, 2016 at 06:57 am » Comments (0)

In my mind, thinking of craft and especially fiber work. There is a world of difference between

—- Wanting to be be Correct – thus, by necessity, a willingness to research, ask questions, especially dumb questions and sometimes question where you think you already know the answers, And most importantly of all – accept correction. And the often difficult to accept “tough love”

— Wanting to be Right simply means because I said so. Were my parents alive today, they would tell you that while I might comply – it was never an answer that taught me anything other than nominal obedience.

A reasonable person might think I had learned by now that most will choose easy or a version of correct that suits their needs personally or most often “business”. Yes I understand, but no I choose not to accept – because that is not the tradition I want to be a part of.

My personal goal is to leave what is “right” to the emotional and spiritual like “sex, religion and politics” because those often subjective. but when it comes to the craft, work on correct –

June 23rd, 2013 at 11:00 am » Comments (4)

I remember a conversation with one of the executives at Jeanette Crews some years ago. We have been having some timiliness issues with a particular designer and and the “money” guy was a bit upset about the losses because we coule not get a pre-sold book to press. He asked in an outdoor voice, “Can’t we just scan it into something and get the instructions”. The three design professionals AND company CEO all said, in GREAT outdoor voices NO!!! Someone added “and best you get that thru your thick head once and for all”.

There is much more to pattern authoring than just the design of a motif, the choosing of a shape, and oh well the list goes on.

As often as not, I will get an email that makes it clear to me that something is not clear. Confused yet?

So many misunderstandings occur when Semantics meets Expectations

how does this relate to Symbol Crochet – Well, at the moment we have very few options, each has benefits BUT none of them can replace a Pattern Author or at least none in the the under $100 category includes the ability to WRITE/Author a Pattern –
And if I had time to research, I suspect it would in the uner $200 and in some cases features in the $2000 and up range.

Rather they CHART – create a graphic representation of a series of stitches to form a Motif.

The route of the chaos might be that while most professional designers understand that until they are ready to spend a LOT more money, many new to the business of design have not yet understood this and think at the programs in the $ 50.00 range are going to deliver.

For example, looking at the two I use/have used for CROCHET CHARTING

New England’s Software describes the purpose of SymbolCro as to provide computer aided drafting of circular and/or rectangular crochet patterns using symbols.

StitchWorks describes itself as software for creating symbol crochet charts that can be shared or published …

Neither says it is a pattern writer and frankly I don’t want them to be. When we are working on patterns for publications we have to be able to format as needed.

Are there “I Wish” features – sure – but we can all save ourselves a LOT of upset if we take the time to understand what we are buying and then make a decision if it meets our needs.

Life is just too dang short to waste any of it on unreasonable expectations.