March 12, 2008

Triple Orange JelloThis is one of my children's favorites: Add recommended amount of boiling water to jello to dissolve. In place of cold water, add an equal amount of orange sherbert. Stir to dissolve. Place in refrigerator.

 

Fruited Wild Rice SaladCombine dressing ingredients; set aside. Cook rice according to package directions; drain, if needed, and allow to cool. In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice.

 

Decadent PieHeat oven to 350 degrees F. Microwave brown sugar and corn syrup in large microwavable bowl on HIGH 4 minutes or until boiling. Add chocolate and margarine.

 

Tomato Lentil SoupA hearty, lentil vegetable soup flavored with bacon to enjoy in about an hour.

 

Crab CrackersDivide each biscuit into 3 layers. Place on baking sheet. Mix other ingredients together and spoon small amount onto each biscuit. Bake at 350 degrees F for 15-20 minutes.

 

Italian Parmesan ChickenMix bread crumbs, Parmesan, lemon pepper and parsley flakes in a bowl and set aside. Coat chicken breasts with melted butter. Dip in bread crumb mixture to coat both sides. Place in glass baking dish and bake at 325 for 45-60 minutes.

 

Delicious Strawberry FreezeI have made this recipe a million times and I just had to send it in. It is quick and, if you love strawberries, you will love this! I do!

 

Sweet Onion CasseroleMelt margarine in skillet; saute onions until tender but not brown. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove from heat. Stir in cooked rice, garlic powder, and sour cream. Spread 1/2 the mixture into large, shallow greased baking dish.

 

Removing Hair Dye Off a Bathroom CounterMy son dyed his hair blue last night and of course he got it on the bathroom counter. Let me tell you this stuff is VERY hard to get off anything. But I got the old faithful baking soda out and a sponge and off it came off; even off the hands. I was told that most people still have this on things a year later. Just wanted to share.

 

Color SnowmenDid you know you could color your snowmen? Mix food color in a spray bottle with cold water. Just enough so it shows the color. Spray the snowman after he's been built and "wha-la", you have a beautiful colored snowman like none other in the neighborhood. Kids will love this idea!

 

Van Gogh Earring Holder LinkThis is slightly twisted, but way too creative not to share:

 

Removing Plastic Taste and Odor From Sports BottlesCyclists' water bottles often come with a pungent plastic taste/odor. To eliminate this; fill bottle 2/3 with vinegar (clear) and 1/3 water; cover/close and let set for 24 hours. Rinse with clean water.

 

Add A Clickable Link To Your Yahoo MessengerGive your Yahoo messenger chums a clickable link to brighten their day! Open your messenger and find the "new status message" located on the option bar beside your profile pic above the ADD (+) friends symbol on the left.

 

Security Tip for Single WomanAs a single woman living alone, one way I make myself feel just a bit more secure is by keeping a large, dirty pair of men's work boots with some wadded up socks on top of them on my front porch.

 

Use Expensive Cat Food as TreatsI received a sample of some cat food in the mail, Purina Naturals Plus Vitamins and Minerals. Our cat goes crazy for them! Instead of changing her diet, we decided to use this kind as her treats.

 

Craft: Blarney Stone PinHere is a teenage craft for St. Patrick's Day craft that is quick and easy and does not take a whole lot of time. It could even be adapted to younger kids by using larger stones that could be used as paperweights.

 

Raven (Miniature Pinscher)Raven is 5 years old and is a Miniature Pinscher. We got her from a family member we have had her for 2 years.

 

Consumers Beware Of Quicken LoansIf anyone is researching companies to refinance to get a loan on the equity in your home, do not use Quicken Loans, Inc. The company is misleading from the first conversation and you will end up losing any money they request ($300 - $750) for a "Good Faith Estimate"...

 

Using Annatto SeedAnnatto seed is used as a red food coloring and for flavoring. Annatto is used for coloring cheeses such as cheddar and also for butter. Most often found in Caribbean, Latin American and Filipino cuisine.

 

No Snow Boots?We went next door to build a snowman and play in the snow with our 2 yr. old grand daughter. They had no boots for her to wear. So we put plastic bags on her tennis shoes and tied them at the ankles with string.

 

Pullover Made from BlanketsYou can make a pretty nifty man's pullover robe with acrylic blankets

 

One Man's TreasureI collect old wooden windows for crafts and find most out on trash day. On this particular day, I spotted a window frame under some items. After moving them away, this is what I found!

 

Potty Training Two Puppies at Once?We had a 14 week old 'Bug' Pug/Boston Terrier mix and then I was able to buy favorite dog in the whole world a English Bulldog. The only problem is that my Bug was not potty trained yet so they both are peeing and pooping on the new hardwood we just put down! HELP! How do we do this?

 

Avoiding Brush Strokes in Poly Coat?Can anyone tell me how to not get brush strokes in my poly coat when painting laminate counter tops?

 

Should I Bury a Fence for New Dog?I'm about to buy a 7 week old Siberian Husky. Do I need to bury a fence into the ground for risk of him tunneling out? Is it safe to let my dog off the lead or is there a good chance I'll lose him? Thanks!

 

Simple Pound Cake Recipes?I am looking for simple but good pound cakes. There are some that can be made with mixes. If you have any great simple ones, could you please share with me?

 

Cleaning a Shower Curtain?How do I remove scum from clear plastic shower curtain? I was told to wash it in the washing machine with laundry soap and vinegar. I did and all I got was a torn ruined shower curtain.

 

Granite Looking Contact Paper?Has anyone seen, and maybe knows where to purchase, granite looking contact paper? I saw a sample on a website and it looked great--really looked like a granite counter top. I'm not sure where to look for it except maybe at a home improvement store like Lowe's or Home Depot. Anyone know anywhere else I might find it? Thanks.

 

What Kind of Dog Brush Should I buy?Wire slicker brushes look sharp - like they could hurt a dog's skin if you press repeatedly and brush in the same spot. I tried it on my arm in the store and wondered what else there is. This is for a dog whose fur is densely packed, straight and short.

 

Meals That Can Be Prepared in Advance?I like simple, easy, and quick. I like Hamburger Helper, frozen dinners, those complete meals and the like. I'm over 4 months pregnant with a 16 month old and my husband at home. We would like to start eating healthier, but my husband and I are both picky eaters. We are also on a VERY tight budget since I just lost my job due to the pregnancy.

 

Using a 1950's Sunbeam Mix Master Mixer?I bought a 1950's Sunbeam Mix Master mixer at a thrift shop. It has a juicer attachment set (which includes a bowl with a center hole and a funnel hole, a ceramic juicer cone with a slotted metal rod in the center, and a metal double-pronged clamp-on device). But it seems that the handle of the mixer is in the way of the place you need to hook the juicer up (a hole on the left side next to the handle ).

 

Simple Muffin Recipes?I would love to have a simple, easy way to make muffins. For example, for poppy seed muffins, poppy seeds and lemon pudding, of course with other ingredients. Is this possible?

 

Gift for Both Bridal Shower and Wedding?Is it customary to buy a gift for both the Bridal Shower and the wedding? Also, if so, do I get both gifts from the Bridal registry list?

 

Paint on a Pale Pink Top?I have got white paint on a brand new pale pink top that I have only worn once. I have tried scrubbing it with soap and water but that is making the material around the stain all bobbled. What can I use because I don't want to scrub it too much?

 

Name for New Business?I need help renaming my business. We were a custom home builder, but now I am bidding on work for other builders. I no longer want the debt that goes with being a builder. I am also going to be doing property management and development, a variety of things.

 

White Rainbow Tea Ideas?I need ideas for a Rainbow Tea. My color is white.

 

Discontinued Wallpaper Border: York Pineapple Border Pattern HF8646B?I need 1 roll of York Pineapple border pattern HF8646B out of the "No Place Like Home" book. It is discontinued from the manufacturer. The background is cranberry red color with yellow pineapples and teal checks on top of the border.

 

Horse Related Crafts for 4-H Kids?I am a 4-H Cloverbud leader, and am looking for craft ideas to keep our younger members busy, and quiet, while the older kids and adults are in their meetings. I would prefer they have something to do with horses, but any ideas will be very helpful. Thanks!

 

Youth Wrestling Banquet Centerpieces?I am planning a youth wrestling banquet and I was wondering if anyone had any ideas on what type of centerpieces to use. The kids are 5-15 years old. Last year they had flower pots with lollipops in them. Any ideas?

 

Removing Oil Spots on Linoleum?How do I get oil spots off linoleum caused by casters?

 

Discontinued Wallpaper: Ralph Lauren pattern LCW23480W?I'm looking for a discontinued wallpaper Ralph Lauren pattern LCW23480W. Does anyone know how to find this?

 

Rag Rug Made with Pantyhose?Do you have directions for making a rag rug out of pantyhose?

 

White Rings in Calphalon Pan?My husband put water in my hard anodized Calphalon pan and boiled it. Now I have a white ring around the inside of as well as inside on the bottom of the pan. Can anyone give a suggestion as to how to remove this?

 

Is 'World Wide Publications' a Scam?Is World Wide Publications a scam?

 

What Breed is My Puppy? (Chihuahua Mix)Can anyone tell me if they think my puppy is a Chihuahua mixed with Min Pin?

 

Side Dishes for Baked Chicken at Wedding?My daughter is serving baked chicken at her wedding reception and we're wondering what are some good side dishes. We're both picky eaters but we both want everyone to enjoy the food and have a good variety without overdoing it. Also, any tips for wedding favors?

 

Zote Soap?Who out there has discovered ZOTE soap? This is a Mexican product that is to die for. I have added leather cleaning to the list of things it is great for. I love the scent of it more than anything I think.

 

Cheaper Medicine for Dog With Seizures?We have an Australian Shepherd who has seizures. He is now 4 yrs old. He is on large dosages of phenobarbital, 10 tablets a day, and 800 mg of potassium bromide. The vet wants to see him quite often. Each visit costs from 150 to 225 dollars. I don't want to sound cheap, but is there a more cost effective way to buy his medicine, and to get blood tests?

 

Can Milk Be Frozen?Can milk be frozen? I buy fat free 2% milk in pints most of the time but tonight could only find half gallon size. Can I freeze some of this milk for use later on? If so, how soon do I have to use it? Thanks.

 

Looking for Hamburger, Cheese, Egg and Toast Recipe?Looking for a recipe someone told me about but can't remember all of it. It has hamburger, cheese and egg in it and is layered on toast and baked in the oven, if I remember right. Does this ring a bell to anyone?