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Cheezy BroccoliCook unopened broccoli in microwave for 4-5 minutes, turning over after 2 minutes. Drain broccoli, separate stalks and set aside. Combine next 6 ingredients in large microwave dish. Cook for 2-5 minutes or until cheese melts.
Carrot RingCream shortening and sugar in bowl until fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine dry ingredients. Add to creamed mixture, blending well. Stir in remaining ingredients with 1 tablespoon water, mixing thoroughly.
Can Opener SaladCombine all ingredients in bowl. Chill overnight.
Stuffed Green PeppersTwo recipes for Stuffed Green Peppers
Two Potato SaladBoil the potatoes and the eggs about 20 minutes and drain. Peel the eggs and chop finely. Add eggs and potatoes to a bowl add relish, salt and pepper. Add mayo until to get the constituency you like as I like it with less mayo than most.
Painted Coaster TilesI'm a rubber stamper/scrapper. This is a photo of a set of coaster tiles that I make for gifts and to sell. They're hand stamped and painted.
Change Your HVAC Filter MonthlyThe best thing you can do to reduce your cooling costs and protect your HVAC system is change your filter monthly. A dirty filter increases the energy needed to cool air, and it can damage equipment. Make it a point to change the filter when the month changes.
Try a Flat Iron SteakIf you haven't tried a Flat Iron Steak, it's an economical cut of beef and you should try it. I can buy a $7.00 steak, $5.00 if you have a Kroger's card and feed three adults. What they call Flat Iron Steak at Wal-Mart isn't the real deal. Krogers is the only store around here that I know for sure carries them, but I'm sure there are other stores in other areas that do.
Use a Bath Mat in Your Golf CartThis is a tip for all the golfers out there. Try using a bath mat to sit on when you are riding a golf power cart. The rubber backing will keep the mat in place and stop the mat from sliding around/off the seat. If you are playing in the rain, the bath mat stays drier than using a towel to sit on.
Quick Ranch ChickenHere is a tip when you are in a hurry about what to do about dinner and have either chicken or pork chops out. Found a great recipe. All you do is take ranch dressing and coat your meat and then take bread crumbs and mix with Parmesan cheese. Then bake as usual.
Plan Summer Activities With School Curriculum In MindEvery year before the last day of school, I obtain a copy of the coming year curriculum. I evaluate it and note any summer activities that will help my kids gain a healthy headstart.
Garden: Spectacular Pink RoseHere in Davis, CA the roses are now past their prime. I caught a shot of this beautiful rose right outside my door. It is a climbing variety and I have never seen anything like it. It seemed to be 3 roses in one; just spectacular.
Bring a Spool of Thread When ShoppingThis tip is for any one wanting to match an item of clothing. Take a spool of thread in the color you are looking for when you go shopping. It's much easier than taking the item of clothing with you to the store.
Scenery: Utah LakeI just wanted to share this picture that I snapped at Utah Lake in February, I loved how it turned out! I love lake scenes!
Use Old Books to Make a HandbagI saw instructions on how to make a handbag out of an old book cover on the net - which intrigues me. You just cut off the cover and then it's lined, fabric sides added and put on a handle! I would line it with contact paper - to make it more resistant to stains, etc.
Many Uses For DishtowelsDish or kitchen towels are cute and inexpensive. Add their versatility and they become a very popular item to have around the house. The next time you spy a pack of them on the clearance rack or in the discount store, stock up and create some interesting uses for these inexpensive beauties.
Recycled "Wave" Petunia BasketsI bought my mom a basket of those Wave petunias. After I potted them, she said she hated to throw away that shocking pink plastic basket they came in. I got to thinking that they would make cute silk flower arrangements.
Making Curtain Valances From Table NapkinsI thought of this cute idea for a kitchen or bathroom valance. I am using dinner cloth napkins and will fold them into triangle shapes and simply put them over any rod to make a great valance.
Tips For Storing CrystalWhen storing crystal dishes and glasses, never wrap them in newspaper. The newspaper will take the moisture out of them and make them break when handled.
Use Purell on Acne BreakoutsI am so excited to share this tip! I had an unwelcome middle aged pimple and wanted to cover it up before I went out. Usually when this happens I use an acne treatment, but it usually dries a little weird and plus I have sensitive skin.
Dorina (Mini Pinscher/ChihuahuaDorina is a 2 year old mini pinscher/chihuahua. I got her from my wife's aunt.
Searching For Matching Chair Slipcover?I recently found a dining chair slipcover at a thrift store that I would love to have one more of. The tag lists the brand as Waverly Garden Room. It is a cream color with fruit design and trimmed in green. I've done every creative search online I can think of but have had no luck as of yet. Any ideas? Thanks!
Rat Urine Odor?I have an odor from rat urine in the trunk of my car. How do I get rid of it?
Making Domino Racks?How do you make domino racks out of plastic canvas and yarn?
Candle Wax on Carpet?How do you get candle wax out of carpet and clothing?
Cat Litter Mat Reviews?I am looking for a recommendation on a litter mat that actually helps reduce the amount of tracked litter. Any ideas appreciated.
What Breed Is My Dog? (Pit Bull Mix)A female puppy wandered up into our yard yesterday. She has decided to stay, which is fine by me but I would like to know how old she might be and what breed she is. We have an idea on the breed but we want some other opinions to feel sure. Thanks for your help.
Using Water Crystals For Rooting Plants?Has anyone ever used water crystals? Can it be used for rooting plant cuttings? I'd like to try it with rose cutting. Has anyone ever tried it, did it work?
Aveeno Sunless Tanner?Has anyone tried the new Aveeno Sunless Tanner that has three shades in one bottle?
Making Beer and Pop Box Purses?I am looking for instructions on how to make a beer box purse. I have searched and searched the web, but I have had no luck finding anything.
Ink on a Leather Wallet?I just got a purple leather wallet from my grandma for my birthday. I put it in my school bag and it had a tissue that some one had been scribbling on with texta!
Removing Grease from a Ceramic Grill?What can I do to remove grease from ceramic grills on the BBQ?
Trouble With an Above Ground Pool?I started my above ground pool, put it on filter and water comes out discharge pipe. I put it on backwash and it puts dirt back into pool. What is my problem?
Installing Drawer Sliders?I am trying to repair a kitchen drawer. It needs new slides. I just got done repairing so nicely and when I went to insert the drawer, it wouldn't fit with the new slides. I wanted to use side slides, not the middle thing that is in there now.
Removing T-shirt Dye From Skin?How do I get T-shirt dye off my hands?
Can I Clean Life Jackets in the Washing Machine?We just got our boat in the water yesterday, and I noticed the life vests are really dirty. Can they be machine laundered?
Milia Around the Eyes?How do you get rid of milia (small white bumps) around the eyes?
Can I Remove Abrasions on a Granite Countertop?Our granite counter top has some large abrasions. How can we remove them? We haven't been able to hire a pro to do this, as they say it can't be done.
Rust Stains On Vintage Fabric?I have several vintage tablecloth linens, dresser scarves etc that have rust like stains on them. I don't know how to treat them without hurting the material. Any advise? Thanks
Removing Paint Stripper Spots On Vinyl Siding?How do I remove paint stripper spots from vinyl siding?
Removing Contact Paper From Metal?Does anyone have a good way to remove contact paper from a metal surface?
Making A Sugar Cube Corsage?I am looking for a sugar cube corsage. Does anyone have instructions or know if a florist could make one? I would like to get my niece one for her birthday in June. Thanks. Dawn
Repairing Cigarette Burns on a Silk Dress?I have cigarette burns in my absolute favorite silk dress. Does anybody know how silk can be repaired?
Removing Odor From China Cabinet?I have a china cabinet that we bought used about 25 years ago. I have tried Murphy's, baking soda, air fresheners, etc but nothing seems to help. The cabinet has a smell inside of it and the crystal and china has the same smell plus an oily coating on it when I take it out. Any suggestions?
How to Control Deer in Your Garden?How can you get rid of deer coming to your garden?
Lightening the Color of Polyester?I have a bright pink dress made of polyester, and it is so bright. I would like to lighten the color quite a bit to a much lighter pink. What do I do?
