February 23, 2009

Peanut Butter Cup CookiesThese are the easiest cookies to make, and go faster than any other cookie I have ever made. Two ingredients and they freeze well too!

 

Sausage and Greens QuichePreheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a 9-in. pie plate with pastry. Trim pastry to 1/2 inch, beyond edge of pie plate; flute edges. Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil.

 

Old Fashioned Apple ButterCook apples in cider until tender. Press through a sieve or food mill; measure 3 quarts apple pulp. Cook pulp until thick enough to round up in a spoon. As pulp thickens, stir frequently to prevent sticking. Add sugar and spices.

 

Country CornbreadPreheat oven to 400 degrees F. About 40 minutes before serving, or early in day, grease 13x9 inch baking pan. In large bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda.

 

Cobbler PieCream butter, sugar and salt then add rest of crust ingredients. Put in a 13 inch glass pan. Cover with remaining ingredients. The crust rises to the top. Bake in 350 degree F oven until the crust is golden brown.

 

Texas Hot ChiliThis was handed down to me by my mother-in-law. I just gave it a little extra kick.

 

Hamburger-Cheese BakeCook meat and onion. Stir in tomato sauce, sugar, salt, garlic salt and pepper. Remove from heat, Cook noodles, drain. Combine cottage cheese, cream cheese, sour cream and green pepper. Spread half noodles in baking pan.

 

Dill CabbageMelt margarine in heavy saucepan. Add onion, cabbage, salt, and dill seeds. Cover and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Add sour cream and serve hot. Makes 6-8 servings.

 

Chocolate Pecan CrittersIn a heavy saucepan, over medium heat, melt chips and margarine with sweetened condensed milk and salt. Remove from heat; stir in nuts and vanilla.

 

Make Your Own Pasta SauceNever buy prepared pasta sauce! They are expensive, very loaded with unhealthy items, and very bland. You always have to add extras to make it taste like "your own". So why pay $3-5 for a jar of tomato product?

 

Converted Coffee Table Display CaseMy husband converted a damaged coffee table into a display case and it is now my favorite piece of furniture. You need a coffee table that has a drawer in it as you need a table with a top piece and a bottom piece.

 

Woodpecker From The WindowMy daily visitor the woodpecker. I love watching him play with believe it or not, 1 or 2 others woodpeckers. They fly around chasing each other. This was taken from my bedroom window

 

Dorm Room NecessitiesSending our oldest away to college was going to be difficult enough as she selected a college 4.5 hours away. In order to provide some basic DORM ROOM necessities, I began collecting items last September to present to her upon graduation from High school.

 

Loose Hinges and ScrewsDoors that now hit the door jam when you close them, or flop around at the hinge, are normally caused by our dear children hanging and swinging on door knobs or by piles of clothing by the wall or behind the door.

 

Baby Sock PuppetsTurn mismatched baby socks into cute little friends for your kids. They are the perfect size for little hands.

 

Cleaning Essential Oil RingsIf you use those metal rings that sit on light bulbs and heat essential oil to "scent" your room, there is an easy way to clean the baked on oil residue that eventually forms. Simply heat the ring in your toaster oven, remove it with metal tongs and place it on a potholder.

 

Frugal Tissue DispenserAs a former teacher I am very much aware of how many out-of-pocket expenses teachers have. One big request is tissues, especially this time of year.

 

Using Bell PepperBell peppers come in a variety of colors, including, green, red, yellow, and orange. Delicious in a variety of dishes, they originally were grown in Mexico, Central and South America.

 

Use Child's Wagon to Haul Laundry OutsideI load two round baskets instead of using one large basket with my laundry to make them lighter and carry them out the door and put them in a children's wagon.

 

Cleaning Windows Outside?Can anyone help with a do-it-yourself solution for cleaning outside windows and screens? Sure would appreciate any good mix that works.

 

Cleaning an Old Metal Meat Grinder?I have an old metal meat grinder. How would I go about cleaning it so that I can start using is? Thanks.

 

What Breed is My Dog?We adopted Nelly from a rescue group back in June. She is by far one of the sweetest and loving dogs I have ever met. She is very petite, only 22 pounds. My vet has guessed that she may be a Shepherd/Shiba Inu mix.

 

Making a Zipper Necktie?Does anyone have a pattern to make the zipper neckties. I took one apart to make a pattern but it has a small plastic piece that I can't seem to find to buy. Thanks.

 

Painting a Canvas Rug?Has anyone painted a canvas rug? How did you do it? I want to paint one to match my kitchen. Thanks.

 

Recipes Using Leftover Oatmeal?I was wondering if anyone has a any recipes using leftover oatmeal?

 

Buying a Child's Bowling Ball?What is the lightest weight bowling ball you can buy for a child and where would you buy it at? My 5 year old grandson went bowling for the first time with his parents and he absolutely loved it!

 

Bendaroos Fun Guide?Where do you find a used Bendaroos Fun Guide?

 

Heal-n-Soothe Reviews?Has anyone ever used Heal-n-Soothe for inflammation of the hip or other joints?

 

Dog is Sleeping a Lot?My Labrador sleeps a lot, what should I do?

 

Bathroom Ceiling is Peeling?I just brought a house and added a shower to my bathroom. The ceiling above my shower is now cracking and peeling slowly due to the moisture from the steam.

 

Hubcap Yard Art?Is there any way I can use hubcaps as yard art?

 

Printable Miniature Food Items?I am looking for printable miniature food items and bottle labels. Anything else that's neat for printable minis would be welcome.

 

Organizing Hair Accessories?I am looking for tips on organizing hair bands and accessories.

 

Homemade Humidifier Water Treatments?My humidifier uses wick filters and I'm replacing the filter every 2-3 weeks. I've tried various water treatment solutions, but they're expensive too. Can anyone please recommend solutions which don't involve spending a lot or which use common household ingredients and not a number of questionable chemicals?

 

Rust Stains on Plastic Tub?I have rust stains on a plastic tub. I've moved into a mobile home just a week ago and can't use the tub. What product can I use to remove the rust and yellow stains on my plastic tub? Thanks.

 

Why do Calla Lilies 'cry'?Why do Calla Lilies 'cry'?

 

My Husband Doesn't Like Vegetables?What is a good and cost effective way to cook vegetables for my husband? He doesn't like vegetables and of course I love them, but I would like to be able to cook for two without wasting the vegetables.

 

Crock Pot Fish Stew?I have lots of different fish fillets in my freezer. Anyone have a crock pot recipe for making a stew or soup? I've been steaming the fish in the microwave, but would like a soup/stew. I'm on a low-carb diet. Thanks so much in advance.