February 19, 2005

Maryland Fried Chicken1 slightly beaten egg 1/4 c. milk 2/3 c. fine cracker crumbs 1/2 tsp. salt Dash pepper 1 (2 1/2-3 lb.) ready to cook broiler Fryer chicken, cut up 3-4 tbsp. shortening 1 c. milk

 

Creamed Tuna on ToastI raised 4 children with this old standby recipe and I have never met anyone who didn't like it! First you make a basic white sauce. If you don't know how to do this it's pretty easy.

 

Zucchini Nut BreadMix together wheat germ, flour, baking powder, cinnamon & nuts. Beat eggs till fluffy & light colored. Beat in sugar, vanilla, & oil. Stir in zucchini.

 

Wastebasket TidinessIf you have other people in your home who almost never empty the wastebasket but keep filling it up, here is one small tip.

 

All You Ever Wanted to Know About Wedding OfficiantsTracking down a wedding officiant can be a little intimidating. Perhaps you remember a time when it was hard to get one if you weren't among the "regularly churched"! But times have changed, and hiring an officiant for your wedding is now standard procedure.

 

Slippery New ShoesTo keep new shoes from being too slippery take sandpaper and rough up the bottoms. If you don't have sandpaper rub them against rocks, bricks, or concrete.

 

Finding the Right Home Improvement ResourcesI have just been offered a wonderful new position with a substantial salary increase, in the computer software company in which I am presently employed. In order to accept this position, I had to relocate from Vancouver to Toronto. This daunting task seemed overwhelming!

 

Shadow (Yorkshire Terrier)What is your pet's name? Hi, Meet Shadow! Shadow is a Yorkshire Terrier. I like to call him a Terror! Shadow came by his name because he always follows me around. He is my little shadow. Where I go, my Shadow goes. :)

 

Dish Soap As a DegreaserDon't buy degreaser. My mother taught me to use Dawn or Palmolive (or a similar dish soap in terms of grease fighting) directly on the stove top or on another area that you want to clean grease off. Just put it on thickly, let it set for about 5 minutes.

 

Avocado and Papaya Ripening?Unripe but unbruised fruits like papaya and avocado frequently go bad without ripening. How do I prevent that?

 

Removing Bugs From Your Car?Tips for removing bugs that are stuck to your car's windshield or paint. Post your ideas.

 

Potluck Tips?Tips for throwing a successful potluck. Post your ideas.

 

Restoring a Plywood Hutch?I have a hutch that I really would like to restore. My mother bought it for me at a yardsale last year and it is my first hutch, so it is very special to me. My kitchen table is light oak which I love but the hutch is dark brown and not solid wood.

 

Spray Glue Advice?I would like to find a good spray glue that does not yellow with time and dries non-sticky Thank you, Melinda form NC

 

Simple Furniture Plans?I'm looking for simple furniture plans, e.g., West Elm-type sofas, tables, shelves. Thank you. Bridgetab

 

Looking For a Bearded Iris?I am looking for a Bearded Iris by the name of "Lip Stick Lies" It was white with random red lipstick marks on it. Does anyone have it in their yards or know where I can get one? Thanks in advance. Great Granny Vi from Southern CA.

 

Convincing My Boyfriend To Eat Cheaper Food?My boyfriend whom I live with only likes name brands when it comes to grocery shopping. I should mention we are on a strict budget. If I buy anything that is not name brand he will not even touch it. I myself was raised on off brand products and don't really see that big of a difference. I will say a few items I will only buy name brand, but for the most part I don't see what the big deal is. Any suggestions? Thank you. Robin

 

Pattern for Bikini Brief or Thong?Years ago I had a pattern to make a simple pair of ladies bikini briefs and I am searching for similar now, or how to make briefs and thongs etc. Does anyone have a pattern they could provide? -margaret