February 7, 2011

Glazed Parsnips and CarrotsIf you haven't tried parsnips, they are delicious. They look like blond carrots. They are sweet, a little earthy and floral, and pair beautifully with carrots.

 

Homemade Whole Wheat PastaCombine flours. Mound on work surface or in bowl. Make well in center adding egg yolks, milk, oil and salt and blend with fork. Gradually draw flour from edge of well into center until all flour is incorporated.

 

Chicken Liver and Potato BakeAbout 1 hour before serving, in 12 inch skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until well browned. Place bacon to drain on paper towels. In hot drippings in skillet, cook chicken livers until browned, about 5 minutes, turning once.

 

Spiced Pineapple ChunksDrain pineapple chunks and to the syrup add remaining ingredients. Boil 15 minutes. Strain. Add pineapple and simmer 30 minutes.

 

Roast Beef and Barley SoupCold weather calls for soup, right? Right! A last minute cleanup soup I made last night turned out so good I am putting it in my recipe file.

 

Homemade Galliano Combine sugar and water in a pan and bring to a boil. Boil for 1 minute and immediately reduce heat. Simmer for 1 hour or until thickened. Remove from heat and cool.

 

Blue Cheese Artichoke DipI highly recommend Marie's Chunky Blue Cheese dressing and Cara Mia Artichoke Hearts, both of which you should be able to be find in the produce section of your market.

 

Buttermilk Donuts So easy and so good! Mix all ingredients, add enough flour until stiff enough to roll out 1/2 inch thick. Cut out with donut cutter. Fry in hot oil til brown. Drain, roll in sugar.

 

Mixed Vegetable SaladMix together first 4 ingredients and add dressing. For dressing, cook until thick and mix with salad. Chill thoroughly. This will keep for several days.

 

Rock Critters for GardenThis is a project kids love to do - make rock critters for the garden or for indoor plants. For indoor plants, select some rocks (or gravel) of round or oblong shapes. Then the kids paint them, and add eyes and features.

 

Scrap Printer Paper Instead of Note PaperReuse scrap computer paper by tearing into quarters for note paper. Use the unprinted side for notes, shopping lists etc. Once you no longer need the note paper, shred it and add to your composter to make compost for your garden.

 

Nasha (Rottweiler - Dachshund)Nasha is nearly 15. She is a Rottweiler and Dachshund mix. We got her when she was a month old, and my children were 4 and 7. The children are now 18 and 21. Nasha has literally been a family dog, that has grown up with our children and watched them move.

 

Scenery: Moose TableauIt's very sad. They found them dead in the woods like this. I saw this at a fair.

 

Christmas Lights for Graduation PartiesPick up Christmas lights now while they are at clearance prices for a graduation party this spring. Buy the mini lights in clear and/or the school color. My son's graduating from high school with blue and white as school colors.

 

Organizing Center from BoxesWe made a organizing center out of boxes that Christmas presents came in. We covered them with contact paper and taped them together. Now my son has somewhere for all of his school supplies.

 

Blondie (The Wonder Dog)Because Blondie is a "shelter-baby" we do not have a definite age; however, the vet thought she was between 5-7 years old when she became a member of our family. Based on that information she is approximately 15+ years.

 

Aphrodite Ocean BathMy daughters went to some sort of party (the pocketbook kind) and spent almost 50 dollars for this! I just stared at them.

 

Knitted Infant Thumbless MittensThis is the perfect gift for a baby born during the winter months.

 

Making Lye SoapsThis first recipe is the old fashioned lye soap. It is very caustic at the beginning, so pets and children should be kept away. I don't know where you live, but it's better to do the whole operation outside because it is pretty vile smelling.

 

Indiana Jones (Domestic Tiger)Indiana is a 2 year old domestic, medium length hair, tiger and has 7 toes. He was abandoned in a box with 14 other kittens that were hours old. As a worker at the shelter they were dropped at, we divided them up, and I hand raised 2 brothers and 1 sister.

 

Remedies for Athlete's FootTo treat fungus on feet, soak feet in white vinegar for at least 20 minutes each time. Continue three days in a row and the fungus should be done.

 

Make Circle TemplateBeing an avid crafter, I often make projects that require a circle cut from something. I would search through the house, finding an item that was the correct size circle, such as a can of soup.

 

Heart OrnamentSprinkled with glitter and sequins, embellished with lace, bow and ribbon rose, this heart ornament would make a lovely display or as a gift.

 

Scenery: Sunset (St. Placide, Quebec)Hi folks! I have a wonderful new lady friend who has surprised me with her talent for photography. I am sending you her photograph of a sunset in St. Placide, Quebec.

 

Scenery: Make a WishMy photo was taken by surprise. As I walked down the street, I saw this lonely fellow. Quickly I walked by due to the fact I was running late for something and took a picture. I then looked at it and was amazed.

 

Clouds (Arizona)This was the awesome pix I took during monsoon season here in AZ. It is such a relaxing pic. I am in the process of getting it blown up for my new place.

 

Scenery: Wind Generator (Idaho)I sure felt like a mole hill next to a mountain! We delivered a section of a wind generator in the middle of winter in Idaho and that little speck of a truck is us. Needless to say, the height and size of them left me speechless.

 

My Frugal Life: Happy and ThriftyMilitary life is an interesting life. When I married my soldier husband, I quickly learned that we must stretch the money and learn how to live with sales and quality in mind.

 

Ten Tips for Buying SeedsSpring planting has a way of sneaking up on you when you least expect it. Shopping for seeds in mid-winter a great way to spend the day, and gives you plenty of time to sort out the details of the next growing season.

 

Dizzy and Chompers (Cat and Pomeranian)Dizzy is 12 and Chompers is almost 8. Dizzy is a short haired cat, and Chompers is a Pomeranian. Both of them came from a former friend who gets pets, gets sick of them, and then gives them away to other people. They like to sleep in odd places.

 

Subs for Graduation PartyThis will be my third graduation party. I will be doing subs this time. I have found 6 foot subs that are wonderful at 6 dollars. This is much cheaper than doing meat, cheese, bread separately and a lot less time consuming.

 

Sticky Tack for the RVIf you own an RV or travel a lot, you know it's a constant battle to keep things secure so they don't fall or tip over in the process. If you are not using it yet, try sticky tack, also known as poster putty.

 

Cleaning Grease from WallpaperTo remove grease spots on wallpaper, hold several white paper towels over the spot and press with a lukewarm iron (hot may set the stain) until the grease is absorbed.

 

Wildlife: MuleI waited all day for my mule to smile at me, then I discovered he need his teeth cleaned!

 

Organizing Stuffed AnimalsMy son has many small stuffed animals that always get lost or misplaced. To solve this problem, we made a little hotel for them out of tissue boxes taped together with duct tape and mounted on the wall. The best thing is, we can add more as we save boxes.

 

Garden: LilySmelling the beauties while BBQing on the deck.

 

Milk with Coffee Creamer as Substitute for Hot CocoaIf you are one of the thousands like me that suffer from migraines, this might interest you. Chocolate is one thing that I have had to give up, bah humbug! With our cold winters, nothing was better than a hot mug of hot chocolate to warm me up.

 

Scenery: Harney Peak (South Dakota)This is a picture I took of the highest peak in our area, it is the highest peak between the east coast and the Rocky Mountains! The picture was taken from a friend's back door.

 

Atlantis Space Flight (Florida)Even when you live in Florida, you are not always lucky to experience a flight. I was blessed this particular day to be able to watch Atlantis take off and to catch this awesome picture in the process. I'm just amazed I was able to focus with the tears of joy in my eyes!

 

Thaw Meat FasterIf time is limited and you need to defrost in a hurry, take the meat out of the package, place it in water, and sprinkle salt into the cold water.

 

Pattern for Cabbage Patch Kid?I'm looking for the original Cabbage Patch dolls pattern. I had it when my daughter's were little, but have since lost it. I want to make them for my three granddaughters.

 

Removing Burnt Smell From Microwave?My mom got those little mac'n'cheese cups that go in the microwave. I put the cup in the microwave, forgetting to put water in it. I put it in the microwave for 2 minutes like they say. And well, it completely like melted, and burned the noodles to a crisp.

 

Milk Odor on Carpet?Milk was spilled in an unused bedroom and went unnoticed for several days. I have cleaned the area several times with my carpet cleaning machine which cleans other areas very well.

 

Isela Phelps' "Loom Knitting Primer"?I have a question about the "simple hat' pattern in Isela Phelps' loom knitting book. I am having trouble understanding how to decrease the crown.

 

Cleaning Aluminum Cookware?How does one clean an aluminum baking pan that has baked on oil?

 

Crocheting an Afghan With Bulky Yarn?Has anyone ever made a crocheted afghan with bulky yarn? I am presently making one for my twin bed. As it gets larger it is heavy to work with, but I bet it will keep you very warm. I'm using many different stitches on it too. I am wondering if anyone else used different stitches on one.

 

Cooking Stuffed Pork Chops in Convection Oven?What is the time and temperature for cooking stuffed pork chops in a convection oven?

 

Cleaning a Christening Dress?I'm trying to get my daughter's baptism dress whiter. Please help.

 

My Finch Has Laid Some Eggs?I have 2 male finches and one female finch (all Zebras). I have tried to add a pure white finch before, but they wouldn't play with her or be very nice and she died.

 

Ideas for 11th Birthday Party?My 10-year-old daughter is turning 11 in a week and I need some ideas for a party. Please help me.

 

Repairing a Bleach Spot on Clothing With Permanent Ink?I was washing parts of a white sweatshirt with bleach and accidentally got bleach on some parts of the words and I colored the words back in with the same color permanent pen. I was wondering do I have to reapply the color every time I wash the sweater and is it washer safe now?

 

Cleaning a Perspex Shower Cubicle?I have a Perspex shower cubicle and I need a gadget to clean between doors when it is open. It produces mold. How can I reach that part without dismantling the cubicle?

 

Selling a House Without a Mortgage?Do I have to go through a title company or lawyer to sell my mortgage free home to someone who is paying cash for it? He did not get a mortgage.

 

Knifty Knitter Patterns?I am looking for Knifty Knitter patterns.

 

Medicaid Thinks My Case is Closed?I was remarried a year and a half ago. We reported our change to Medicaid (I have 3 children from my previous marriage). My husband works and I am not sure if we are eligible for Medicaid. But Medicaid never made a change.

 

Making a Swan from Netting and Coat Hanger?I am looking for instructions for a swan made of wire hangers and netting.

 

Homemade Oven Cleaners?I need to remove built up fat on the stove knobs and I need a good recipe for oven cleaner.

 

Removing Hairspray from a Mirror?How do I remove hairspray from mirrors?

 

Feeding Feral Cats?Does anyone have any advice on feeding outdoor feral, neutered and spayed cats a nutritional diet? Any advice and recipes would be greatly appreciated.

 

Freezing Chicken Salad?Can you freeze chicken salad bought at Sam's?

 

Removing Tear Mender from Fabric?How do you get a product called Tear Mender off parts of your material you don't want it on?

 

Tips for Traveling By Train?I am planning a family trip to Disney World, FL with my kids and grandkids. Our kids are traveling by airplane but I'm traveling by train with my husband and 89 year old mother-in-law.

 

Removing Black Spots from Skin?I have many black sport on my body. How can I remove them? Please help.

 

Patterns for Plastic Canvas?Does anyone out there have directions to make a plastic canvas tissue box or wall hanging of a princess or Snow White? If you do please contact me. Thank you.

 

Difference Between Yellow and White Onions?I am embarrassed asking this at my age but I have never known this. What is the difference, other than color, in yellow and white onions? Does it may a difference in which one you use?

 

Spices in Rendezvous Seasoning?Does anyone have a list of spices that are in a Tennessee spice called Rendezvous? It is not sold in my area. It is a really good spice. Thank you.

 

Kleenex on Clothing?How do you clean wet tissues off clothes that got missed when put in the wash?

 

Purl Stitch for Knifty Knitter Loom?How do you do the purl stitch on the circular loom?

 

Washing Clothes in Well Water?I live on a farm, which is on well water for washing. I find my clothes are not soft and are not comfortable to wear. Also I have an odd orange stain on my clothes. Is there anyone in Ontario, that is on a farm and experiencing this? Do you have a solution?

 

Painting Over Wallpaper?Can I paint over tight wallpaper if I apply a coat of oil Kilz on the wallpaper first?

 

Getting Rid of Odors in a House?About three years ago, my family moved into a newly constructed house. For the past year, my family has noticed a household smell that is noticeable once you leave our house.

 

Items for an Adult Easter Basket Exchange?Any ideas for men's Easter baskets? I have done food, so I looking for something new I can purchase or make. We do an adult basket exchange and it can change hands 3 times before it is kept. With that said we have all size men from small to XXL. That makes it more difficult.

 

Doll Patterns from Before 1960?I am searching for old doll patterns and doll clothes patterns from 1960 and before that time. I would like to make dolls from long ago if I can find existing patterns that are out of print such as Kewpie Doll, Betty Boop, Blondie, and other cartoons, etc.

 

Templeton University Cross Stitch Pattern?I would like to find a counted cross stitch pattern for the Temple University logo or mascot. Does anyone know where I can find this?