November 9, 2009

Cheese DanishThis recipe is so easy to make and so good. Can be enjoyed anytime. Unroll 1 package crescent rolls. Press on bottom of 9x12 inch pan.

 

Feta TartDelicious, and different. My husband said it made a better appetizer than a meal. He is a meat and potato guy. I think the fresh dill is the best part.

 

Pecan Pie SurpriseReserve 2/3 cup of the cake mix. Mix together the rest of the cake mix, butter and egg until crumbly. Press in greased 9x13 pan. Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

 

Speedy Corn Chowder (Microwave)Place bacon and onion in 2 qt. casserole. Heat, covered, 4 minutes, stirring and turning after 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients and stir to combine.

 

High Protein CookiesMix all ingredients well. Shape into balls and place on greased cookie sheet. Flatten with fork. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 10-15 minutes.

 

Cranberry Pork ChopsAs long as you don't overcook, this recipe turns out so nice and tender. Slowly brown the pork chops in a lightly oiled skillet. Add cranberries, sugar and water to pork chops.

 

Crispy Jalapeno Bites with Cheddar Cheese DipI just tried this today and it's yummo! Preheat oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. In a small bowl mix the flour and seasoning salt. In another small bowl beat the egg

 

Oven Cleaner for Soap ScumWe have used Easy Off Fume Free over cleaner (for cold ovens, no heat required) to clean years of soap scum and hard water build up off showers and tubs, both fiberglass and tile.

 

Busa (Staffordshire Boxer)Busa (said "booser" named after the Hayabusa motorbike) is a 20 months old Staff Boxer cross. I got him one week before Christmas 2008. My son turned up at 11pm, told me to shut my eyes and open my hand for my present, then dropped Busa into my hands.

 

School Supply Savings at Dollar TreeDoes your kids go back to school? Or are they homed schooled? It doesn't matter! You can easily get your kids the supplies that they need. Don't spend your money all at Walmart. If you go to Dollar Tree you could save $25.99!

 

Save Vegetable Cooking Water for SoupCook fresh or frozen vegetables in water. Once vegetables have cooked, drain the water into a large container in your freezer and add to it every time you cook more vegetables.

 

Checkers (Tuxedo Cat)Checkers is a three year old Tuxedo cat. She adopted us when she decided she liked our backyard better than her previous owners, our neighbors. She likes to roll in the dirt and chase birds. Checkers is the most well-behaved cat I've ever owned.

 

Reuse Magnetic SchedulesDon't throw away those magnetic sports schedules on your refrigerator, after the season is over. They can be cut up into any size you need and used in lots of crafts. Simply hot glue the non-magnetic side to whatever you're making.

 

Thanksgiving Scavenger HuntAfter the meal has been eaten and the last of the leftovers stowed in the fridge, we host a Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt. It helps us burn off some calories and keeps the kids occupied for 20 minutes or so.

 

Winter Warmth TipsI have several things I do to keep myself and my pets warm in the winter without getting heating bills through the roof!

 

Place Mouse Trap in Paper BagWhen trapping mice using the spring-type mouse traps, place in a paper bag. When the mouse is caught, pick up the bag and discard. Also, the first time you set up the trap, add bait, but don't set the trap.

 

Making a Fabric Wall HangingAre you having a hard time with trying to decide what to place on your wall in your open foyer? Or even just on a long wall? I have the solution for you!

 

Use Foil to Prevent Meat Freezer BurnWhen freezing meat, take it out of original packaging. Wrap first in plastic wrap, then in a sheet of aluminum foil. This will keep your meat fresh without freezer burn.

 

One Potato, Two Potato, Three Potatoes and...How many times have you stood in front of the potatoes in the store and wondered what the difference was in all those different varieties of potatoes?

 

Raised Note CardsBeautiful cards you can use for holiday notes or as gift tags, and they're easy to make! Cut cardstock into rectangles. Note cards will require larger rectangles than gift cards. Fold the rectangles in half to turn them into cards.

 

Clark Kent CostumeThis year my son DJ was invited to a Halloween party at the last minute and had to come up with something quick. We pulled this idea together with things we had around the house and it was a huge hit!

 

Quick PincushionMy friend loves canned frosting, so I keep the cans for all kinds of things. If you have a big sewing project, but don't have a pincushion, or just want a larger and better one, try this.

 

Oven Does Not Light on GE Xl44 Gas Range?I have a GE XL44 gas range. The stove is working fine, but the oven will not come on. We tried to light the pilot, but it still did not come on? Has anyone had a similar situation and how did you fix it?

 

Spray Fixative for Glitter?I'd like to know if there's a spray that I can apply over my cards to set glitter that I have applied over glue. Seems like even after the glue dries, some of the glitter rubs off.

 

Reducing Dust Bunnies?I have hardwood floors and they get dust bunnies all the time. We have 2 cats and a dog (lab). Their fur is always on the floors and stairs.

 

Finding Local Blogs?How do I find local blogs? I am specifically looking for money saving, coupon type, family oriented local blogs that have my grocery stores and the deals they have. When I do an internet search, the options are overwhelming. Thanks in advance.

 

Thrifty Decorations for a Church Anniversary?I need some tips for a low cost decorations for our church's anniversary. Can anyone help?

 

Vegan Banana Wacky Cake?How do I make a Vegan Banana Wacky cake that has no chocolate in it but has Vegan chocolate chips sprinkled on top?

 

Christmas Dinner Starter Ideas for Three Course Meal?I'm hoping you clever ThriftyFun people can help me out here. I'm making a family dinner for Xmas for 6 people. While I have the turkey and trimmings plus the Xmas pudding all sorted out, I have no idea what to serve as a starter.

 

Pergo Floor Squeaks?I put a Pergo floor in the kitchen last summer and it squeaks. What can I do now? I hate it.

 

Dog Food Coupons?Where can I find coupons for dog foods?

 

Decorating Ideas for Girl's Cross Country Team Cookout?We are going to have a cookout celebration for our Varsity Girl's Cross Country team. Do you have any theme ideas or decorating ideas?

 

Crocheted Purse Barbie Furniture?I a looking for instructions for a crocheted purse that when you open it, it turns into Barbie furniture.

 

Discontinued Wallpaper: Encore #FCM47074?I am trying to locate and purchase two rolls of Encore wallpaper, pattern number is FCM47074. They discontinued it after I purchased my first three rolls.

 

Trax Farm Caramel Apple Dip?I would like to find the recipe to the caramel apple dip sold at Trax Farm. It has cream cheese, brown sugar, vanilla, and caramel extract. It is like a whipped style dip, so smooth and not sticky. It is truly the best I've ever had.

 

Can You Freeze Harvard Beets?Can you freeze Harvard beets?

 

Are Oak Trees Toxic to Dogs?Are all oak trees toxic to dogs?

 

New Bathroom Sink Drains Very Slowly?I just put in a new bathroom sink, however it drains really slow. We have snaked it and nothing came out, what else could be causing this? We don't know where to start. The old sink was fine, never any problem.

 

Measuring Soft Butter?I only have soft butter and need to know how much is 1 stick?

 

Foxglove as Companion Plant to Fruits and Vegetables?I need to know if it is safe to grow foxglove as a companion plant with vegetables and berries.

 

Uses for Egg Cartons?Does anyone have any suggestions on using empty Styrofoam egg cartons?