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I know very little Spanish, but it seems to me that the name of this product, Media Crema, might indicate that it's something like what we call half-and-half.
Now I’m curious; I may get one the next time I’m out just to try it.
I recall seeing that can in the stores when I lived in Panama. It was what everyone used in their coffee.
I've been doing research, the Jackery charges quickly and in low light conditions no less!
A jackery 500 needs 12-14 hours of full sunlight to recharge with a 100 watt panel under optimum condition. Realistically, static behind a window (losing 60-70% efficiency) inside you’re gonna need days to recharge that thing like you are talking about if you use 100 watt panel. YMMV, I’m just trying to help.
Media crema is half-and-half or light cream that comes in a can or box. It doesn’t need to be refrigerated until you open it. Keep some in your pantry and you’ll always have cream on hand to add a touch of richness to any dish that calls for milk.
You’ll find media crema in the Latin foods aisle of most grocery stores, or in a Mexican grocery. Of course, in Latin America, you’ll find it in just about every grocery store everywhere — even in fishing villages. Table cream is similar although not quite as rich. Media crema is not the same thing as evaporated milk or sweetened condensed milk
Isn't this why most people buy four solar panels for that particular unit, which is what I've seen recommended.
Honestly, I know a half dozen people with them, and none recharge them with solar.
I don't know anyone who recharges them with solar power, either, or I'd ask for comments.
Dang, I looked it up on walmart and its made by nestle and I avoid anything nestle like it was a rattle snake. Incedious company. I'm wrong there is another brand, good.Googled it...
Summerthyme
What is GTH, Dennis?CH has been on the board for 11 years, and doesn't know GTH?
WTH??? (That means "What The Hell")
Honestly, I know a half dozen people with them, and none recharge them with solar. They all use them as camping batteries and recharge from power outlets. I admit, I don’t have one. I’ve got a Honda inverter generator.
if you can afford 400 watts of solar panels, and you have a place that you can set them up to charge then maybe it’ll work for you. But I just didn’t want you to invest in it, thinking 100 watts of solar behind a window would sustain it.
in Latin America, you’ll find it in just about every grocery store everywhere — even in fishing villages.Googled it...
Summerthyme
No, it's kinda/sorta like evaporated milk I guess, but it's a LOT thicker, more on the order of creme fraiche. I've used it for many years, not often, but it's delicious when spooned over fresh berries, etc. Shelf stable for a long time but you do need to refrigerate it once you've opened the can.Isn’t this just evaporated milk?? It’s got the Hispanic name, otherwise the same stuff, yes?
It's much thicker than half and half... almost as thick as sour cream.I know very little Spanish, but it seems to me that the name of this product, Media Crema, might indicate that it's something like what we call half-and-half.
How I loathe this virtual keyboard.What is GTH, Dennis?
What state, if you don't mind sharing?I went to the local Walmart in my area around 1:30 pm today. This was my first trip in the building in months. The first thing I noticed was that the store was packed and I am talking Christmas type crowd level. The fruit and vegetable section was down a good 70%. Can goods were down 80%. Bread area was 50%. Paper products were totally empty.
After fighting my way through the crowd I decided to cut my trip short. I just got a small portion of my list. The person that checked me out, told me that around 10:00 am the crowd level drastically increased. The checker said that most people were panic buying due to different rumors on the net. I asked about the rumors. The checker didn’t know, didn’t care. She was not a happy camper. This was due to missing lunch and management not opening another line.
Guess it’s back to ordering online.
I went to the local Walmart in my area around 1:30 pm today. This was my first trip in the building in months. The first thing I noticed was that the store was packed and I am talking Christmas type crowd level. The fruit and vegetable section was down a good 70%. Can goods were down 80%. Bread area was 50%. Paper products were totally empty.
After fighting my way through the crowd I decided to cut my trip short. I just got a small portion of my list. The person that checked me out, told me that around 10:00 am the crowd level drastically increased. The checker said that most people were panic buying due to different rumors on the net. I asked about the rumors. The checker didn’t know, didn’t care. She was not a happy camper. This was due to missing lunch and management not opening another line.
Guess it’s back to ordering online.
What state, if you don't mind sharing?
In central Indiana he’s on 9-12.... I heard that part of his show today talking about three gorges dam ready to fail =world catastrophe and food shortages when it happens.The person that checked me out, told me that around 10:00 am the crowd level drastically increased. The checker said that most people were panic buying due to different rumors on the net.
Glen Beck discussed the dam in China today. Don't know what time that was.
You might check and see if Death Wish offers a subscription. We buy direct from Black Rifle Coffee, and we have a monthly subscription that saves us some money.Placed what is likely my last order for a while with Instacart. No problems. Just haven't used the service much last couple months or so. Basically placed it because my $10 membership was set to renew in August, cancelled it, but I had a $3 credit to use.
So just ordered some stuff.
Happily everything I ordered was available. Even the Voortmans Vanilla Cream Wafers! Also got a 2# bag of Goya Jasmine rice and a #2 bag of Carolina Jasmine rice.
Anyway, the real reason I posted. Looking back over my regular items ordered over the last several months I noticed price increases on a lot of items, and a lot more still out of stock. Coffees, bread, sugar, eggs, cheese, hot dogs; all up over a dollar.
ETA: Example of an increase: Bought Death Wish Coffee once through them. Was $18.99, went to $21.59.
In central Indiana he’s on 9-12.... I heard that part of his show today talking about three gorges dam ready to fail =world catastrophe and food shortages when it happens.
He also talked about the aluminum problem with canned goods.
Know this is not about food / grocery, but feel the need to comment on the Jackery 500 and its price. Seems it is $500. For that amount one can get an 80-100 amp hour deep cycle flooded battery, a smaller sine wave inverter, and a solar panel with controller. you will have about double the power with the 80 amp battery. home depot carries a 100 watt panel for under $75. PWM charge controllers can be had from eBay for under $20. Costco has Grp 27 deep cycle batteries in the $100 range. 300 watt sine wave inverters are less than $100. Hope this helps.
yeah, gotta admit that causes me to panic buy, but I won't for a variety of reasons, but still...
North East OklahomaWhat state, if you don't mind sharing?
Yeah that's not going to happen and for a variety of reasons,
For me, the main thing is to make sure my missing items are in the mail. I ordered several things yesterday.
My last project is getting a few more pairs of both heavy and light weight hiking socks. I like to see those in person so I can feel them and check for imperfections.
I just went through a period of wearing cheap shoes with cotton socks. False economy! I'm back to summer hiking boots and lightweight wool socks. My feet are thanking me.
I'm not worried about produce, summer Iowa veggies, pork, eggs, or corn. Those are in very good supply locally.
He's just trying to be helpful. He doesn't know your situation.
You'll get something put together that works for you. I think we still have a little time.
One of 5he things I learned long ago, and I’m talking thirty five years now is never ever skimp on socks. Sigh. To 5he point I learned how to knit my own. Talk about a learning curve.
When this was just starting up, I scored Progresso for 99c. 44 cans.Publix in Knoxville is limiting soup to 2 cans per person. Shelves almost empty.
I'm learning how to crochet socks and can make passable slippers for housewear, but I don't mind spending some bucks for the right socks and bras (already purchased). Comfort is key to good morale during a crisis and I sure don't need blisters on my feet. I need to be able to walk as much as I can without pain.
My problem was that I was trying to use some things I had tossed into storage, cheaper shoes and cotton socks. They are now in the donation box, along with some other clothing that I should have left on the rack. I should never shop when I'm that tired.