May 27, 2010

Haystack SupperPut the above on plate in order given and top with cheese sauce.

 

Ginger SnapperThoroughly mix the soy sauce, honey, ginger, and garlic in a large bowl. Dip both sides of the fish into the soy sauce mixture, and place onto the aluminum foil.

 

Rhubarb BreadAnother good rhubarb recipe! Stir together in given order: brown sugar, oil, egg, buttermilk, salt, soda, vanilla, flour, rhubarb and nuts.

 

Shredded Beef SandwichesCut roast in half; place in a slow cooker. Combine onion, vinegar, bay leaves and salt; if desired, cloves and garlic powder. Pour over roast. Cover and cook on low for 10-12 hours or until the meat is very tender.

 

Pork TenderloinA very moist and tender loin, and oh so tasty!

 

Sweet and Spicy Stuffed PoblanosThe bananas and raisins paired with the jalapenos give this dish a sweet and spicy kick.

 

Cauliflower Pea SaladIn a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, peas and onion. To prepare dressing, stir ingredients together and pour over vegetables, stirring lightly to coat.

 

Chocolate Twinkie Cake

 

Sweet-and-Sour PorkCombine pineapple juice, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar and ketchup. Stir over medium heat to simmer. Dissolve cornstarch in 1/4 cup pineapple juice.

 

Spicy Guacamole DressingDon't limit this yummy dressing to salads alone! Spoon some on to an omelet or grilled whitefish or whatever else your heart desires.

 

Clean Ceilings With Bleach WaterYears ago, we couldn't afford to paint the white ceilings of the trailer house we had purchased. I decided to try an idea I thought might work to brighten up the gray looking ceilings.

 

Milk (Cat)Milk is a 5 year old mixed breed. He strayed in 5 years ago and has been with us since. He likes running after balls or following string, he will play with anything.

 

Using Your Leftover VegetablesThis is so frugal and easy! Put a big plastic container in the freezer and every night after dinner put the tiny bit of leftover veggies and/or potatoes that you usually throw in the garbage in the container, juice and all.

 

Garden: HostasI took the photo of these Hostas one day when it was cloudy. The cloudiness really brought out the colors in the plants.

 

Ladi (Chipin)Ladi is a 6 month old Chipin (hybrid mix between chihuahua and miniature Pinscher). A woman's female chihuahua unexpectedly became pregnant and she couldn't afford having a litter so we all chipped in to help.

 

My Frugal Life: Coffee Wasters?Inspired by Lucy's lovely essay on her move to England and coming in touch with frugality (not to mention her talk of wasting Starbuck's coffee), I was inspired to submit a piece I wrote a few months ago.

 

Pookie (Pug)Pookie will be 7 years in July. She is a Pug I purchased in 2003. She likes to play with her people.

 

Discard Food Grease In Shredded Paper We shred everything with critical information on it so I always have a good supply of shredded paper. When I have fat or any kind of cooking liquid I don't want going down my sink drain, I fill a can or a whipped cream bowl with "shreddings" and pour it in the bowl.

 

Moving Furniture Around Your HouseI could not find my furniture sliders quickly, so I used DVD movie cases (black sturdy vinyl ones) to move my very heavy dining table. I opened the cases and put each leg bottom on the solid half of the case.

 

Trim Your Own Hair Between HaircutsTo maintain your split ends in between hair cuts, twist a section of hair between your fingers. You will notice that the dry and damage hairs stick out from the twisted section. Simply take some scissors and snip these off.

 

The Importance Of Soil Temperature To...Gardeners can't always rely solely on the calendar to tell them when it's time to plant, especially when it comes to measuring the temperature of the soil. Plants that are started in cold soils may grow slowly, develop poorly, or succumb to disease.

 

Mark Emptied Cabinets When MovingWe are in the process of moving and I came up with this nifty idea. I put a strip of masking tape across each cabinet door and drawer in the kitchen (and bathrooms) as I empty and clean it to save time later.

 

Storing Seasonal ClothesSince I have the space, I keep my late fall and winter clothes on one side of the closet and the spring, summer, and early fall clothes on the other side.

 

Attracting Birds to StatuaryIf you want birds to land on your statuary for a cute photo, just find a statue (such as the fairy statue in my photo) that has an area of some kind where you can put your outdoor birds favorite birdseed within the statue itself and then wait for the birds to find it.

 

Use Frozen Water Bottles to Quickly Cool FoodI have a tip for all of you who, like me, like short cuts and saving money. As you know many foods have to be blanched before freezing and then cooled down to stop the cooking process before putting it in the freezer.

 

Save Parrot Food In Your FreezerIt is recommended that you feed your bird a variety of vegetables for optimal health. I keep a gallon-size plastic zip bag in my freezer for this purpose. I add to it as I have bits and pieces of different items that I don't have enough to do anything with.

 

Recipe for Killing Ants?I am looking for a recipe for an indoor ant killer.

 

Reusing Coffee Filters in the Garden?After reading numerous posting here I've been saving coffee grounds, egg shells, veggie peels, etc. My question is how can I reuse the coffee filters? Thanks in advance.

 

Scuff Marks on Walls?Any ideas on how to remove scuff marks (from furniture not shoes) off a painted wall? I tried the Mr Clean Magic Eraser, it worked a little, but took paint off the wall.

 

Second Job Ideas?I am a new flight attendant and my schedule is very different every day, every month. I am looking for a way to make some extra money during my down time that is super flexible. Any suggestions are appreciated!

 

Body Sugaring for Hair Removal?I once, many years ago, bought a half jar of NADS hair body sugaring product. It is non-toxic, edible, and it is great! Here is a version I make for next to nothing just for my eyebrows. It does hurt so pull the sock off really fast!

 

Planning a Cupcake Themed 1st Birthday Party?I'm having my daughter's 1st birthday party at home outside in July and am trying to keep the cost down. I want to make the centerpieces. Does anyone have any ideas for a "Cupcake" themed birthday party outside on a hot day in July?

 

Discontinued Wallpaper: Nautical Shelf #VIN7321B?I am looking for discontinued wallpaper pattern "Nautical Shelf" #VIN7321B out of the Blonder Vintage Market wallpaper book. I only need 2 rolls. Does anyone have this border? Thanks.

 

Buying Power Pro Mower Parts?Where can I find drive belts for Power Pro mower, model #13am672g120?

 

Growing Eggplants in Pots?I want to grow Black Beauty eggplants in pots. Do I need to prune the bottom or the little leaves off two weeks after planting? The two bottom leaves are yellow and there are a lot of little buds coming up on the sides. Please help.

 

Having Coffee After a Tooth Extraction?When can I have coffee after I have had a tooth pulled?

 

Pet Safe Ways to Get Rid of Fleas?I have three cats, and three dogs. We live in a somewhat small house. It is flea season, and I'm not exactly sure which route to go to get rid of these fleas. I am worried about setting off a bomb, because there are pets and children living here.

 

Removing Gas Odor from Child's Portable Play Yard?I have a Pack and Play in our storage building. My husband has his 4 wheeler in there, also. Sometimes his 4 wheeler leaks a little gas and everything smells like gas. What can I do to get the Pack and Play to stop smelling like gas, so I can use it in our home?

 

Washing a Down Comforter?What temperature should the water be for cleaning a down comforter?

 

Organizing Your Photos?I have so many photos in a one big box. What can I do to get them all organized?

 

Cigarette Smell on Leather Furniture?I got a leather recliner at a sale and it smells like cigarette smoke which makes my living room smell like that. What can I use to get the smell out?

 

Storing Cucumbers in the Refrigerator?Does anyone know a good way to store cucumbers in the fridge? I've been putting them in paper towels and then a vented plastic bag and they just don't seem to last.Thanks.

 

Uses for Empty Tic Tac Containers?How can I reuse a Tic Tac container?

 

Painting a Dining Set?I have a wooden dining room set with 4 chairs and cupboards but they look very worn out and old fashioned. I was thinking about repainting them but can't decide what color to choose. Can you help me out?

 

Having a Twilight Themed Party for a 30 Year Old?I am totally addicted to everything "Twilight"! Is 30 too old to have a Twilight themed party?