April 23, 2007

Cheesy Chicken ChowderIn pan, bring broth to a boil Reduce heat and add potatoes, carrots, celery and onion. Simmer 15 minutes or until veggies are tender. Meanwhile, melt margarine in medium pan; add flour and mix well.

 

Strawberry Party PunchIn large bowl, combine strawberries and sugar; mix well. Stir in 1 quart of the strawberry soda; let stand at room temperature 1 hour. Stir in concentrate; refrigerate until ready to serve.

 

Peachy Plantation PizzaPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. place cookie dough in large bowl; mix in 1/3 cup of the pecans. Shape dough mixture into ball. Place in center of greased foil-covered 14 inch pizza pan; flatten slightly with palm of hand.

 

Barbecue Beef for a Large GroupHere is a delicious recipe, for a one pot meal, to use when you contribute to a family, church, or school gathering. It serves about 40 - 50 people. Brown ground beef in a large pot and drain the grease. Add all remaining ingredients to beef (in large pot) and stir to combine.

 

Parmesan Taco SaladA delicious, filling main dish salad that doesn't take long to prepare.

 

Cinnamon Berry MuffinsCream margarine and sugar; add egg, dry ingredients, buttermilk and blueberries. Bake at 375 degrees F for 20 minutes.

 

Beef RoastPlace meat in large glass dish; sprinkle evenly with pepper. Pour Italian dressing over meat; cover and marinate in refrigerator at least one hour. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

 

Shrimp Canapes'Preheat broiler. Trim crusts from bread slices, then cut into 20 assorted shapes, using cookie cutter to cut circles and knife to cut other shapes.

 

Patio BreadCombine all ingredients. Blend together. Slice loaf of French bread in 1/2 lengthwise. Place filling between layers. Wrap in foil.

 

Roper's Impression (Quarter Horse)My pet's name is Roper's Impression. He is 22. He is a Quarter Horse. I got Roper about 1 year ago. I am currently leasing him.

 

Cookie Of The Month PresentFor my Dad's Birthday last year, I gave him a cookie of the month club. Every month near his birth date, I brought him a batch of cookies, brownies, or bars.

 

Milk Prevents Batter from Sticking to Your SpoonDip your spoon in milk when baking cakes, brownies or cookies. This will keep the batter from sticking to the spoon when scraping the bowl or spooning out the batter.

 

Spring Tulips and My Grandmother's QuiltMy tulips were spectacular this year, but the background deck railing, porch furniture, and grill were highly distracting when I photographed the flowers.

 

Watermelon StoolSand the top so it will take the paint. If it is an unfinished stool, you may want to paint the legs. Apply acrylic paint to make it look like a watermelon.

 

Removing Tight RingsThis works every time. If you can't get your ring off your finger, spray Windex all around the ring and off it will come. You'll never forget this tip after it works for you just once.

 

Big Lots Has Deals For ScrapbookersScrapbookers! Save money on scrapbooking supplies by shopping at BIG LOTS! I would have never thought to get supplies there, until I went to the grand opening in my town.

 

Angel Foods For Struggling FamiliesI have a large family, and food is a big part of our income. Two years ago, a friend told me about a place called Angel Food Ministries.

 

Free Herbaliss ShampooThis one doesn't ask for an email address, just name and address. I've never heard of this product before, but the description sounds great.

 

Jace As Ring BearerJust wanted to share a photo from my daughter's wedding this past June. This is my grandson, Jace. He is my son's little one. My husband and I just cannot get enough of this little guy.

 

Plastic Folgers Container For CompostI like to save scraps for the compost, but needed something to store the scraps. I like using the 38 oz plastic Folger's coffee canisters to use as storage.

 

Grease Stains on Leather?How do you get grease stains off leather?

 

Bittersweet Not Blooming?I bought Bittersweet at a reputable gardening shop and planted it. It has been three years and had grown wonderful with lots of leaves and vines but no blooms. Does anyone know why this happens and what I can do to get the Bittersweet to finally bloom?

 

Rings Under My Eyes After Switching to Contacts?I have been using glasses for years and I have now switched to contacts. The only bad thing is the rings under my eyes. Are there any remedies for making them fade away or make up tips to cover up?

 

Fundraising Ideas?My class is planning a trip to Malawi in June 2008. As sports leaders we will be teaching/helping out in some P.E. classes. But before we go we have to raise the money to get us there. Altogether we need to raise about £10,000.

 

Removing Incense Odor?How does one get rid of incense odor? We have a rental property where tenant used incense constantly with no cleaning. The smell is overpowering.

 

Honeysuckle Foliage Dying?I have long established honeysuckle growing on east facing fence and in early spring it appears very healthy, then much of foliage dies off. Any help as to why?

 

What is the sauce on big mac?What is the sauce on a big mac?

 

Mark From a Hot Paper Plate?How do I remove a burn mark on a wood dining room table? We put down hot food on a paper plate.