My wife can get us "some" molasses from her work. By "some" I mean we will get it in 60lb buckets . The molasses is good, it's just that the heat in the warehouse they are stored in has caused the lids to get a slight "bubble" on them, but they are still sealed buckets. So I know I have used molasses in limited cooking uses, but what else can it be used for? here are some ideas: Crosby Molasses Company 22. To aid flowering in the growing of marijuana. 24. As a honey substitute. 18. As an aid to plant growth. 13. Used in insect spray together with hydrogen peroxide. 3. Used in beer making 42. To aid healing - molasses and myrrh on a bandage 82. A daily dosage of Molasses in a cup of warm water promotes 'regularity' My wife really doesn't want to bring home 60lbs of it because once it's opened, what do you do with it. I say that it will last for a long time without refrigeration, so what does it matter?
can you say RUM? . How to Make Rum at Home Making delicious rum at home is an undertaking well worth your time and effort. All you need to begin the process is a gallon of molasses (available at many animal feed stores), a package of dry distillers yeast, clean drinking water, either a pot or column still to distill your spirits, and a vessel to store your great new homemade rum. Fermentation-Your rum will be distilled from a fermented molasses and water combination known as live wash. Your wash should contain around 15% sugar content. Since most molasses contains about 60% sugar you will need to dilute it to a proper concentration for fermentation. After introducing your yeast culture, the fermentation process will take approximately a day and a half to convert the sugars in the wash to alcohol. Distillation-The dead wash that results from your fermentation will need to be distilled in order to concentrate the alcohol spirits and produce your rum. Pot still distillation is the traditional method of rum making, but choose the still that fits your budgetary and production needs. Aging-Aging your rum is not necessary, but traditionally rums are allowed to mature in oak or stainless steel barrels which will mellow your rum if you choose to do so. Since rum is a clear liquor it gains its coloration and many of its nuances during the aging process. Oak barrels that have been charred on the inside are considered the most advantageous but are expensive for the home distiller. Rum should be aged at least one year to allow its flavors to marry. Blending- Many of the finest spirits are obtained through blending and this is the final step in the journey of rum making. As you perfect your own recipes and techniques different styles and types of your homemade rum can be blended to satisfy your pallet. First you may need a small still- http://www.whiskeywise.com/Build-a-moonshine-still.html
according to federal law you may make a certain amount for home consumption. no sales whatsoever. Some state laws may differ... . another link with regard to making rum and the DIY stills; . How to Make a Rum Still | eHow.com MY FIRST STATEMENT ABOVE IS NOT CORRECT. THE LAWS HAVE CHANGED!!! BIG BROTHER HAS MADE IT NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO LEGALLY PRODUCE ANY ALCOHOL EXCEPT BEER AND WINE FOR BEVERAGE CONSUMPTION. YOU MAY LEGALLY OWN A ONE GALLON DISTILLER FOR USE IN MAKING FUEL TO BE USED ON THE PREMISES. RECORDS ARE REQUIRED AS ARE A PERMIT WHICH IS FREE. SEE MY POST UNDER "ALCOHOL PRODUCTION" IN THE MEDICINE FORUM AREA
Well if it all goes to pot and you're eating beans several meals a day you can at least make delicious baked beans in a dutch oven! And as tac mentioned rum! My sister has a cook book with a great baked bean recipe that calls for both molasses & rum. Take the 60lbs! Byte
Mmmm...Beans & Molasses I grew up in the Boston area and I am accustomed to having a little molasses on my beans. I really am not happy when we run out of molasses in our home. Maybe I'd better stir this into the inventory for our larder. Also, I recall reading about a tragic incident that occurred where an elevated tower (much like a water tower) containing molasses burst or collapsed and the resulting flood of molasses drowned a number of people. I was happy to learn that honey can be stored indefinitely. Is the same really true of molasses, too?
The first Last Whole Earth Catalog had a section in it about a company that had developed a polymer that made blackstrap molasses into a hard plastic that could be molded into bricks, plumbing fixtures, paving, roofing shingles, and structural members. Everything at their factory, from the parking lot pavement to the toilets, walls, and floors were made entirely from molasses. I often wondered what ever happened to them.
Yep, that was in Boston's North End. Boston Molasses Disaster - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia More pix here molasses flood - Google Search
Rust removal.... old timers used it to soak parts in, I believe 50/50 water. I tried it on some old ford flatheads. But forgot about it and it got nasty!!! green fuzzies took over.
She has brought a few home. Mostly we use it in the woods as a deer attractant. (and squirrel, and rabbit and....)
Mix for crumbs: (reserving ½ cup for topping) 2/3 cup brown sugar 1 Tablespoon solid shortening 1 cup flour Filling: 1 cup molasses (good and thick) ¾ cup boiling water 1 egg beaten 1 Teaspoon baking soda Combine soda with boiling water, then add egg and syrup. Add crumb mixture (this will be lumpy). Pour into unbaked pie crust and cover with reserved crumbs. Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for an additional 35-45 minutes (until firm). When cut into, the bottom may be "wet." This is okay, and is called a "wet bottom shoo fly pie." add lemon juice and it becomes Montgomery Pie
I molasses and find that it adds a rich flavor to a bland recipe. Plus it is great to just take a spoonful out of the jar. Health Benefits of Molasses | Organic Facts
