August 24, 2010

Potato and Hot Dog CasseroleReady in 50 minutes. Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Slice potatoes thin, like a homemade scallop potato dish. Slice hot dogs. Chop broccoli.

 

Escalloped CornCombine corn, eggs, salt, onion, cracker crumbs and milk. Pour into well buttered casserole dish. Dot with butter. Arrange triangles of cheese on top as desired.

 

Spicy BLT WrapsSpread mayonnaise and salsa down the center of each tortilla. Top equally with bacon strips, lettuce, tomato, and avocado. Wrap up burrito style and serve.

 

Chocolate SyrupMix sugar, salt and cocoa. add water to make paste. Bring to a boil stirring constantly. Boil for 3 minutes. Add vanilla and pour at once into a jar.

 

Mango SalsaHad mango salsa at a friend's house, and have adjusted the recipe to suit us. Love this with chips, on Mexican food, or even as a condiment to grilled meat. A wonderful mix of sweet and spicy.

 

Chicken and Rice CasseroleSaute' together first 3 ingredients. In an ungreased casserole, combine the last 5 ingredients. Add the sauteed veggies to the last 5 ingredients and mix.

 

Pear-Lime SaladDrain juice from canned pears and add enough water to make 2 cups liquid. Heat liquid and dissolve gelatin in it. Stir in cream cheese. Mash pears and add to liquid; add lemon juice.

 

Grilled Sweet Potato SaladFor dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients; shake well and set aside.

 

Red Beans and RiceIt's quick, practically cooks itself on those nights when you just don't have the time or energy, and the whole family loves it!

 

Mock Girl Scout Thin MintsIf you like "Thin Mint" cookies, try this. Melt some semi-sweet chocolate chips with a little bit of Crisco. Take off the stove and add some peppermint extract.

 

Recycled Tube Fall Faux PlanterI had some carpet tubing and tubes from crochet thread. With some hot glue, fabric strips, and silk flowers, I made a unique planter - of sorts!

 

Reuse Baby Wipes Used For Quick Clean UpsI keep baby wipes in the car for quick clean ups and hand sanitizing. Baby wipes can be washed and used for other uses later on. After about four washings the fibers tend to break down, but they are still usable.

 

Freezing ChilesWhen using part of a can of chipotle chiles with adobo sauce, simply spread the remainder into a quart size Ziploc bag, and freeze flat in the freezer. When frozen, simply break off what is needed for your recipe, and refreeze.

 

Connor (Cockapoo)Connor is a 5 year old Cockapoo. We inherited Connor from my parents. My parents' house flooded back in 2004/2005 and had to move in with my Grandmother, who was sick at the time.

 

Hang Children's Art on a ClotheslineWhen our boys where young, we would run a length of cord down the hall for each boy. They then painted clothespins (clip type), and when they brought home a creation they would clip it to their line.

 

Cancer Risk With Non-Stick CookwareI want to share something my oncologist told me. He said he hopes I will replace all my "non-stick" cookware with good stainless steel products. He was very definite about this. Since I have come through the surgery and am now cancer free, I will do all he asks.

 

Use Old Cell Phone to Set RemindersI have joked and complained to my mother that I am getting as bad as she is with her memory and I need a dozen alarm clocks around the house to remind me of things I need to do or remember!

 

Hindu (German Shepherd)Hindu will be 12 years old on 10/10/2010. He is a German Shepard. Hindu was given to me by licensed breeder. He was professional trained for Police or person protection. Registered name: "Eigenschaft Heartbreaker", pet name Hindu. He is retired now and a credit to his Breed

 

Cow BookmarkHelp kids prepare for the new school year by making this quick and easy cow bookmark!

 

Hippie (Miniature Wirehaired Dachshund)Hippie is almost 2. He is a Miniature Wirehaired Dachshund. I met a very nice lady while antiquing that breeds the Dachshunds. He loves to stay in the shop and work on cars with his Dad.

 

Transfer Patterns with Vinyl TableclothUse dollar store plastic or vinyl tablecloths to transfer sewing or craft patterns onto. They last a lot longer by doing this.

 

Travel: Fluorescent Room At Franklin Mine Museum (NJ)While visiting the Franklin Mine Museum, Franklin, NJ, I took this picture in the Fluorescent Room where, with the help of a black light, the rocks give a show.

 

Check ASPCA and AVMA Vaccination Frequency RecommendationsI just discovered that the American Veterinary Medical Association and the ASPCA both state that new research confirms that dogs need certain vaccinations only every three years.

 

Funny: Sneak AttackMy daughter and this little kitten were playing cat and mouse all day. My little girl could not figure out why her pants kept falling down. She would stand around swinging her arms, and the kitten would sneak up to attack her pants.

 

Craft: Dice BraceletI made a bracelet out of dice. Maybe it will bring luck to me!

 

Boiling Water For StainsDid a mystery stain appear on a light colored cotton shirt after it had been washed? This stain is often from juice that has dripped from a juicy piece of fruit. When you first notice the stain, stretch it over a colander set in the sink and pour boiling water over it.

 

Bubba (Poodle/Chihuahua) and Miss Mollie...Bubba(white) and Miss Mollie are both 5 years of age. Bubba is 1/2 Poodle - 1/2 Chihuahua and Miss Mollie is a long-hair Chihuahua. I got them @ 6 weeks of age from different friends. They are inseparable!

 

Scenery: Sunset (Lehi, UT)I love sunsets and I especially loved the colors of this one. Taken after a family barbecue in Lehi, UT. The sky was just bursting with colors of all shades, and in all directions.

 

Wildlife: Eastern Box TurtleAfter a long rain this little fellow showed up in one of our garden beds. There is one place that we do not have the small fence around our garden and that has to be the only way we can figure that he came in.

 

Prevent Rust Stains From Soap DispenserMore than once, I have had a bathroom hand soap dispenser that "leaks" rust on my white sink edge where the dispenser sits. I have really liked the dispensers and not wanted to throw them away.

 

Boil Eggs With Potatoes for SaladWhen I am cooking potatoes for potato salad, I put my eggs in with the potatoes. This way they all cook together, and I don't have to use another pot.

 

Diabetic Socks for Injured FootIf you have an injured ankle that is swollen or you are unable to move, it can be quite hard to get your sock on without causing pain or further injury. Try a pair of diabetic socks. They can be purchased at any store that sells regular socks and some drugstores as well.

 

Take Your Kids For A WalkMy husband and I have to work out entertainment on a very tight budget. I have two little boys, age 5 and 3. When my boys get the stir crazies, we take a walk to the closest park in the neighborhood.

 

Helping Children Who Are Afraid of Animals?My son, 2 and my daughter who will be 4 in Nov., are afraid of all animals, especially those on 4 legs. We had an outdoor cat when my daughter was 2 and my son was around 4/6 months. Then we moved and had to get rid of it.

 

Craftsmen Mower Won't Start?I have a Craftsman lawn tractor. I have replaced the battery. The mower has been very hard to start. It seems like the starter isn't engaging like it should. I have removed the starter thinking that it might be burned up. Is there any way to check it to see if it is bad?

 

Making Chocolate Dipping Sauce for Cookies?What is the reason for adding shortening (such as Crisco) when melting chocolate for making chocolate dipped cookies? I make Ritz peanut butter cracker-like sandwiches and am always concerned about adding the shortening. I appreciate your answers, thank you.

 

Tomato Plants Set Fruit Then Shrivel and Die?I'm having so much trouble growing tomatoes. Just when the plant is bearing lots of them, it seems to shrivel up like it's not getting enough water and the leaves turn yellow then black. The tomatoes are smaller in size, split open and rot on the vine.

 

My Crape Myrtle Only Has One Main Trunk?I have a crape myrtle that is 15 foot tall and only beginning to develop branches at the very top. How do I get it to branch from ground level? All of the other crapes that I have seen have multiple branches close to the ground.

 

Making a Flower Pot from an Old Tobacco Setter?I would like to turn an old tobacco setter into a flower pot. I need help.

 

Possums In My House?How do I get rid of possums in our vents without harming the animals or the home?

 

Should the Retailer Compensate a Customer for Returning Due to an Error on Their Purchase?I was charged twice for a item at Meijers. Do they owe me anything extra for having to come back?

 

Cleaning a Painted Door?My pantry door is painted black. When I try to clean the fingerprints off it with a damp rag or Mr. Clean Magic Eraser it leaves a white film. I've even tried furniture polish. I'd like to find something that I can use on a daily basis to keep this door clean!

 

Cleaning Old Down Pillows Left in Storage?I'm cleaning out my mom's attic and found about 5-6 down pillows. The attic is closed up and hot and these pillows have been up there and unused for 15 or more years. Some feel really nice, none really look dirty.

 

Squash and Cucumber Bread and Butter Pickles?Has anyone ever pickled bread and butter pickles with a mix of cucumbers and squash?

 

Shopping for Vitamin K Cream?Can I find vitamin K cream at Walmart or Target?

 

Removing Nail Polish Off of a UPVC Window Sill?How do I get nail polish off of a UPVC window sill?

 

Removing Fabric Paint?How do I get fabric paint off my backpack?

 

Keeping Dogs Off Lawn?I would like to know how to keep stray dogs off of your lawn.

 

Canning Soups That Contain Milk?I want to can cream of broccoli and corn chowder soup and want to know if I make it with milk and and thicken with butter and flour will this be okay?

 

Reupholstering a Lazy Boy Chair?How do I reupholster a Lazy Boy recliner and how much fabric do I need?

 

Keeping a Toilet Seat from Banging When Closed?Does anyone have any idea how I can stop my toilet seat top from banging every time it is closed? The noise is very annoying. I will be grateful for any ideas/suggestions

 

Using Diatomaceous Earth for Tape Worms in Cats?My daughter has an 18 year old cat (Princess) that has been troubled with tape worms. She bought some of the diatomaceous earth and has been mixing this in her food for about 2 weeks.

 

Pickled Squash Recipe?Can I use Mrs. Wages Bread and Butter Pickle recipe/seasoning to make pickled squash or squash relish? Has anyone ever used it and how did it turn out?

 

Shopping for Sta-Flo Starch?I'm looking for Sta-Flo laundry starch. Can anyone help?

 

Cutting Back Iris After They Bloom?Should the ever-blooming iris be cut back at the same time as regular iris?

 

Can I Adjust My Ice Maker So That It Makes Ice More Frequently?My Kenmore ice maker's water line was stopped up, after fixing that my ice maker is now making ice every couple of hours. How do I speed up the ice making time?

 

Pastor Appreciation Service Ideas?How can I use Fruit of Spirit or 12 days of Christmas at a pastor appreciation service?

 

Problems Removing Bathroom Wall Tile?I am removing tile from the bathroom wall. I have discovered a 1 to 1 1/2 inch concrete backing behind the tile. I have been trying to break it up with a hammer and flatbar, but I'm not having much luck. Does anybody have a better idea?

 

Registering a George Foreman Grill?We got a George Foreman Grill (GRV80) for Christmas (2009) and just opened it up. There was no paperwork at all in the box.

 

Can I Dye Mosquito Netting?Would I be able to dye a white mosquito net that I have for my bed? I would like to dye it green, brown, or black.

 

What Breed is My Dog?What breed is my dog? It's 8 months old.

 

Securing Your Home from Burglars Without an Alarm System?I am looking for low cost ways to secure my home from burglars. I know there is some type of stick that you can get that goes under the door knob and to the floor. Do you know where I can buy one from or do you have any other suggestions for securing windows or doors?

 

Kraft Tomato and Bacon Salad Dressing?I am looking for the Kraft Bacon Tomato dressing and cannot find it anywhere. I have tried Walmart, Dierbergs, and Schnucks in my area.

 

Removing Hair Dye from Hands?My sister just dyed her boyfriend's hair and got hair dye all over her hands.

 

Crafts Using Tin Cans?Don't throw out those soup, vegetable, and fruit tin cans. You can use them to recycle into wonderful crafts.

 

Decorating Duct Tape Purses?How do I put designs on duct tape purses? Can you use waterslide decals, etc.?

 

Sulfur Mosquito Repellent?I just read about sulfur and mosquito bites. I want to know how often do you do this with the honey or even match stick tops? I have a lot of mosquitoes in my yard and hate to stay in. I want to sit on the swing, enjoy working in my yard, but have tried everything.

 

Getting Rid of Parvo Virus Before Getting New Dog?I recently lost a five month old puppy due to parvo. I want to get a new 10 month old W Westie, she needs her last two sets of shots.

 

Making a Good Hamburger?What are the procedures for making a burger?