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Dijon Scalloped PotatoesIn a Dutch oven, saute onion in oil until tender. Reduce heat to medium: stir in the broth, cream cheese and mustard until blended. Remove from the heat. Stir in the potatoes. Transfer to a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish.
Caramel Coffee Ice CreamScald milk in top of double boiler. Caramelize sugar in butter. Add caramelized sugar to hot milk slowly, stirring constantly. Combine well beaten eggs with sugar, salt, instant coffee and flour.
Canned Vegetable SaladCombine oil, sugar, water; heat; then cool. Combine remaining ingredients. Pour vinegar mixture over vegetables. Refrigerate for 24 hours.
Belgian Meat BallsCombine all ingredients except flour, oil and tomatoes; mix well. Shape into balls; roll in flour. Brown in oil. Add remaining flour to oil; stir in tomatoes. Place mixture in casserole.
City Chicken and Lima BeansThis recipe has no set amounts. Combine breadcrumbs and seasonings on a dinner plate. Set aside. Dip veal strips in egg then dredge in breadcrumbs. Deep fry until golden brown. Serve with lima beans.
Make-Ahead Brownie DelightHeat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease bottom and sides of 9-inch springform pan. Prepare brownies as directed on package, using oil, water, and eggs. Stir in chocolate chips. Spread batter in greased pan.
Put Dirty Cat Litter in an Old Coffee CanSave the can that coffee came in and the lid. When empty, use the can to put dirty cat litter in, the kind that lumps and put the lid on top. This will keep the odor at bay and can be used several times.
Getting Rid of Smells After CookingIf you cook something like fish or broccoli and want to get rid of the smell, try this thrifty tip: Fill a small saucepan halfway with water, sprinkle some ground cinnamon and cloves in, and simmer for 15 minutes (set your timer so you don't burn your pan!).
Used Dryer Sheets to Clean PansIf you want to make it easy to clean dishes in which you have baked meat loaf, scalloped potatoes and so on, just fill the empty dish with detergent and hot water, then throw in a couple of USED drier sheets, like Bounce.
Organizing Your Coupons When ShoppingOn Sunday night, take out your store fliers from the newspaper to check for sales. Take an envelope and write on the back which products that you want, the size and the price.
Need to take in a huge T-shirt? Hate pinning? Turn it inside out and have a friend staple around the edges until it fits. Sew 1/2 inch inside the staples and then trim off excess. Fast!
Use Landscape Fabric for InterfacingInterfacing can be expensive, but I have found that landscape fabric is the same thing as sew-on, black, light weight interfacing. It comes in different thickness', too. Landscape fabric is made to keep weeds from growing through your garden.
Turn A Photo Into A Window OutsideThis photo was taken in my in-law's back yard. My father-in-law would set there when he wanted to smoke. My mother-in-law wouldn't allow him to smoke inside. So these lawn chairs were a part of him.
San Francisco Wedding PhotosThis is a really nice couple, and funny. The tree picture was actually taken the next day after the wedding and we all went to San Francisco.
Numbering Puzzle Pieces for Easier SortingIf your children or grandchildren have several board puzzles, here is a great way to know which piece goes to which puzzle, when two or more are out at once. This works great in preschools also.
Bello (Shepherd Mix)Bello is 3 months old and is a shepherd/pit or boxer(?) He is an adopted stray from the SPCA 2 weeks ago. He likes to chew things, take walks and wrestle. He is very smart and although he likes nipping and growling during play time, he appears friendly.
Soap Nuts: The Soap That Grows on TreesMaggie's Soap Nuts is the only laundry soap that grows on trees! Truly effective, 100% natural and safe for your most sensitive skin. Soap Nuts are the dried fruit of the Chinese soapberry tree.
Wrap Presents With FoilInstead of using wrapping paper (save a tree) for my smaller gifts, I used aluminum foil. Plus with a ribbon, it looks like more expensive foil paper. Very festive!
Shaker CardsEver wonder how to mail a snow-globe in an envelope? With this easy technique of making "Shaker Cards", turn your hand-stamped cards into dimensional windows that you can fill with confetti, potpourri, or anything you like.
Storing ChocolateIn 'What Is Boxing Day?' under Featured Articles someone asked how long can chocolate be frozen. Chocolate should not be frozen. When you thaw it out it develops 'bloom', that white/yellow coating.
Cleaning Record Albums?Does anyone know a good safe way to clean old vinyl/LP albums? Professional cleaner is very expensive and I have about 300 plus albums I need to clean before putting them on my new record player.
Freezing Pimento Cheese?I was "blessed" with a big tub of Pimento Cheese this Christmas. I need to know if this can be frozen, as we cannot eat it fast enough!
Making Fleece Gloves Non-slip?Is there a way to make fleece gloves nonslip? I received a pair as a gift, and I really like them, but they are so slippery on the steering wheel and handrails.
Asking a Guy To Winter Formal?I need a really cute and creative way to ask a guy to a winter dance. Got any ideas?
Advice for Permanently Straightening or Curling Hair?Dose anybody have advice or know anything for getting my hair permanently straightened or curled? I want to get something done with my hair for my birthday on Saturday. I'm not sure whats safe, what will work with my hair, or where to go.
Should I Close My High Interest Credit Card Account?I have recently paid off all my credit cards. However, there is one that is still accruing a $10 monthly fee. The interest rate on the card is 33%. Should I close the card out and if so will it hurt my credit score?
