An embodiment of the present invention includes a method of cementing in a
subterranean formation comprising: providing an extended settable
composition comprising hydraulic cement, cement kiln dust, water, and a
set retarding additive, wherein the extended settable composition is
capable of remaining in a pumpable fluid state for at least about 1 day;
adding a cement set accelerator to the extended settable composition;
introducing the extended settable composition into a well bore; and
allowing the extended settable composition to set. Another embodiment of
the present invention includes a method of cementing in a subterranean
formation comprising: providing an extended settable composition
comprising hydraulic cement, cement kiln dust, water, and a set retarding
additive; storing the extended settable composition; adding a cement set
accelerator to the extended settable composition; introducing the
extended settable composition into a well bore; and allowing the extended
settable composition to set.