Warming Baby Bottles?
Both of my daughters are nurses - one an OB nurse - and they alway warm their bottles in the microwave. This was after they had weaned their babies, and had a lot of frozen breast milk stocked up. As far as worrying about hot spots in the milk, all you have...
Hand Lotion Recipe?
This is the original recipe I copied years ago. I have made it many many times, however I only make a half batch because it makes so much. I dont find the exact brands called for, but adapt accordingly. The last time I even poured a Tbsp of Vit E oil in that...
Removing Creosote from Clothing?
I dealt with creosote for over 10 years because my husband worked on the railroad. If its simply a stain, treat as any other bad grease or oil stain. However, if it is indeed coated. Soak in it with gasoline to loosen the creosote until you remove it. Then...
Crust on Bread Machine Bread Always Too Crispy?
Hello! Im like you I always thought the bread machine made the crust too tough and crunchy. My solution was to rub it all over with spreadable margarine just as soon as I removed it from the machine. ( We always had a big tub of it so it was easier than using...
How Do I Remove Cat Urine Odor from Mesh Running Shoes?
Ive never tried Nature Miracle, but am an expert on cat urine odor. I have 16 indoor cats. Put those shoes in the washer, shake about 1/2-3/4 cup of baking soda on each one. Then get a large bottle of Peroxide (I get mine at Wal-Mart), or a couple smaller ones...
Dilly Bread
I have that cookbook too, but somehow overlooked this recipe. Any recipe in there you can count on because its TNT. I was a faithful listener to his radio program and still think of it. I really miss it.
Cream Cheese Cookies
Is 6 Tablespoons of baking powder correct? That would be almost 1/3 cup. Ive never seen a recipe calling for that much before. Just checking. : ) Otherwise the recipe sounds like one Id like to try!
Remedies for Bad Breath?
I had a terrible problem with this. I drink coffee constantly, am a heavy smoker, suffer from post-nasal drip, and have digestive problems. Any one of these cause bad breath. I have finally found products that completely solved my problem. However, I cant find...
Slow Cooker Roast Beef Recipes?
This is the only recipe I use. A favorite of my family and at my reunions. Roast beef to die for. Any size, any kind roast roast you choose (Ive used up to 8 pounds - I have a large crock pot) 1 packet of brown gravy mix - the dry kind 1 packet of Italian Salad...
Buying Bar Keeper's Friend?
Oh my, I do so hope you can find it! I have never been without it in my 30+ years of housekeeping. It is so handy for any kind of scouring; sinks, countertops, stovetops, glasses, dishes...simply everything! Here in Iowa I can get it in grocery stores, Walmart...
Keeping Ice Cream Fresh
I received this tip so long ago that I cant remember where or who I got it from. However Ive been using it ever since and it has always worked for me! To keep ice crystals from forming on ice cream, simply store the container in the freezer upside-down! Like...
Relief for Itchy Ears?
Oh my, I had such a time with my ears itching. I had been using peroxide and alcohol on q-tips, tea tree oil-anything I could think of. Finally I asked my doctor on one of my routine visits. He was quite concerned with my use of peroxide and alcohol as he said...
Vitamin E for Sun and Wind Burns
Vitamin E oil - This was going to be my remedy also. I have been using it for over 30 years. It offers immediate and constant relief from the pain and dryness of a sunburn. I have suffered from them myself too many times. Then used the Vit E oil on my children...
