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A collection of traditional Thanksgiving side dishes.

Brainstorm: Thanksgiving Side Dishes
My sister in law makes a wicked scalloped turnip casserole. She has given me the recipe and it is always enjoyed even by those who despise turnips.

 

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How to Make a Squirting Aerosol Spray Again?
I too try to take off the spray piece and use a small gauge pin to loosen any debis. Then I run it under hot water. This has worked for me on several occasions.

 

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Requesting Air Fryer Information
I thoroughly enjoy our air fryer although I dont use it every day. There are just two of us so like you the smaller ones are perfect. I love making everything from French fries or sweet potato fries from scratch with very little oil or roasted vegetables...

 

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My Healthy Dog Died Suddenly?
I am so very sorry this happened I am sure you couldnt believe it. From your description it does sound like he may have had a heart attack, stroke or grand mal seizure. You had given him wonderful care and nothing you did caused this. You happened to be with...

 

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Value of 1959 Americana Encyclopedias?
Sadly ,I dont think they will be worth anything. I think because they will be so outdated in their information that individuals wont buy them.

 

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Remedy for a Dog's Itchy Skin?
Try picking up some omega oil specifically for your dogs skin. I found some at Wal-Mart in the pet section and just pour some on his food. It really does help their skin. Also, rubbing the area with a little vitamin e oil or coconut oil will be soothing initially...

 

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Using Jar Candles?
Yes, they do get hot especially if if has been on awhile. I always put it on a cork coaster or on a surface that wont be affected by heat. I dont try to pick up the jar until it has cooled down.

 

Avocado Tree Dropping Leaves - tree with missing leaves

Avocado Tree Dropping Leaves?
Have you tried fertilizing it? They take a special fertilizer especially made for citrus and avocado trees.

 

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Shih Tzu's Not Eating or Drinking?
I would say there is definitely something wrong with him, and I would take him to a different vet explaining that the other vet offered a plan that is NOT WORKING. The little guy may have a bowel obstruction etc. But if he gets to the point of being completely...

 

Expect The Unexpected When Gardening - Blooming Wisteria - closeup of flower ready to bloom

Expect The Unexpected When Gardening - Blooming Wisteria
We had a tree in Ohio just like this! It was one of favorite trees on the property. I have heard wisteria can be invasive, but I never experienced that.

 

Cherry Crisp in a Jar

Cherry Crisp in a Jar
Can you please post the recipe as I only see the picture? Thank you! (b)Editors Note:(/b) You can find some cherry crisp recipes here http://www.thriftyfun.com/Cherry-Crisp-Recipes.html

 

Ants feeding on a solution of boric acid.

Boric Acid For Controlling Ants In Garden And Kitchen
Yes, this sounds like a great idea as we have a yard filled with ant hills due the sandy soil in our vicinity. I am always nervous when my grand children and nieces want to play on the grass as the ants are everywhere. But I also have a little shih tzu who...

 

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Using "Nail Magic" for Natural Nails
I too need you to be specific as to whether it is a polish or a conditioner. Thanks so much!

 

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Treating Chapped Lips
I advise using organic coconut oil on your lips as opposed to vaseline. It actually can be used as a body moisturizer as well. The beauty of this is that if you lick your lips the coconut oil is good for you as opposed to ingesting vaseline. It is wonderful...

 

Taylor (ShihTzu), a small white dog on a couch.

Taylor (Shih Tzu)
Yes, he is an amazing little friend. Any guest we have in our home, he snuggles right in beside them on the couch. He also loves going to the pet store and knows exactly which aisle has the tennis balls. Even people who arent dog lovers fall for him.

 

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Pattern for Nylon Net Pot Scrubbies?
I wondered if you have a pattern ,please?

 

Blue plastic ice cube tray.

Stinky Ice Cube Trays?
If possible try putting them on the top shelf of the dishwasher. Use the light cycle without the heated dry cycle.

 

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Baking Cupcakes in a Microwave?
Yes, I have one of those littonware pans for muffins or cupcakes. I would love to know how to use it.

 

A ball of aluminum foil to prevent static in the dryer.

Aluminum Foil as Alternative to Fabric...
I have never heard of this hint!

 

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Stale Bread for "Waffles"
Do you have some sort of measurements of ingredients, as I would like to try this. Thanks!

 

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Fudgy Black Bean Brownies
What size of brownie mix do you use? Please.

 

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Margarita Chicken Salad
Sounds great! One thing I was wondering about was how much of the dressing do you pour into a dish to baste the chicken with. The reason I ask, is that the two amounts should be separated due to possible contamination of raw chicken juices being mixed into...

 

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Italian-Style Spaghetti Squash
Sounds like a great diet dish.

 

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Buying Duvet Covers?
Check out overstock.com. I saw duvet 3 piece king size set for about $35.00.

 

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Remedy for Dandruff and Hair Loss?
You should also have your thyroid checked as dry skin and hair loss is typical of hypothyroidism.

 

tuna cakes

Carol's Tuna Cakes with Lime Tarter Sauce
Sound wonderful! Also, love the idea of the cornmeal as I have always used breadcrumbs.

 

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Runzas
Can I ask if you can freeze these to be warmed up later? I think they would be wonderful for my Mom in law, but I know she would maybe eat 2 at a time , but would love to have the others in the future.

 

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Easy Potatoes Au Gratin
I made this recipe for a big super bowl party we had last week. I changed the instant minced onions to 1/2 cup sliced green onions and the velveeta to real cheese. Everyone was so excited to have them and funny enough they all called them church potatoes as...

 

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Use Dry Erase Pen To Mark Leftovers
Great idea, never knew you could do this.

 

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Remedies for Lower Back Spasms?
The icepacks applied for 20 minutes at a time works for me. Stick with higher dose of ibuprofen or Advil, Motrin but stay away from Vicodin it is very addictive!

 

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Remedies for Lower Back Spasms?
The icepacks applied for 20 minutes at a time works for me. Stick with higher dose of ibuprofen or Advil, Motrin but stay away from Vicodin it is very addictive!

 

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Perk-A-Punch
Great idea for that 30 cup perculator sitting in the basement.

 

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Different Lasagna
I was wondering what old southern spaghetti sauce was? Is it a brand?

 

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Cake Mix Cookie Recipes?
Hello, I have an easy recipe that is pretty low fat using a cake mix. 1- carrot or spice cake mix 1- 15oz. of canned pumpkin -not pie mix Stir these together and drop by small tbsp. on parchment lined cookie sheets. Bake at 350 for about 10 minutes. You can...

 

Sunrise over Toronto.

Scenery: Sunrise (Toronto, Canada)
I love that picture just as I love the city that I call home!

 

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Getting an Underweight Dog to Eat?
Hello Sheila, We are Canadian/Americans who recently moved from Ontario to Traverse City MI. Our little rescued Shiz Tzu had a lot of tartar on his teeth and gum issues. He subsequently was malnourished. Our vet put him on a royale canine oral dry food. The...

 

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Creamy Tang Pie
This sounds so easy, thanks!

 

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Honey Rolls
Is a cake of yeast the same as the packet of yeast in size?

 

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Mix Uninspired Fragrances Together
I love to add the older stronger fragrances to my bath water as well. It not only dilutes them , but it fills the bathroom with a lovely scent that lasts a long time.

 

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Cooking Loose Popcorn in the Microwave
I am going to try this in my hot air popcorn popper and put the coconut oil in the little plastic butter melter on top. Thanks!

 

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Product Review: Arnold Select Sandwich Thins
We love these. We use them for our turkey burgers and load them up with veggies like alfalfa sprouts, spinach, etc.

 

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No Noodles Lasagna
I was wondering about the instant beef broth with seasoning. Can you give me a brand for this as I only know of a beef cube or beef granules that you add to hot water. Is this what you mean ?

 

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Greek Pasta Salad
Yes. Is it 1 and 1/2 cups dry pasta then cooked, or 1 and 1/2 already cooked pasta?

 

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Mallow Rhubarb Dessert
Sounds great! Can you tell us what size jello to use ? Thanks!

 

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Chef's Delight Tenderloin
Thanks Robin for this recipe. I was wondering how many pounds of meat this tenderloin would be?

 

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Chinese Spareribs
Robin do you pour the water off before putting on the other ingredients?

 

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Salmon Balls
Can you tell me what size canned salmon to use as there is a 7 oz and 14 oz. Thank you , they sound great!

 

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Second Hand Appliance Store in Toronto, Ontario?
I live in Ajax so not too far from you! I dont know of a store ,but I would suggest two places to look first. First check out Kijiji toronto many times in the free column people are actually giving them away for nothing as they are upgrading. Otherwise , just...

 

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Apple Cider for Acid Reflux?
Actually I tried that and it made it much worse. Be very careful!

 

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Date Christmas Cake
Hello, does this taste like Christmas fruitcake? By the way I love fruitcake, as I grew up with it even enjoying it as my wedding cake. My British grandma made the cake as she did for so many of her grandchildren. My mom and one sister still make them.;-)

 

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Coffee Brisket
Hello, do you put the dry coffee granules in with the other ingredients or do you make up the coffee with water?

 

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Rustoleum With Specks?
This sounds great , has anyone tried this rustoleum product? I too, would like more of the granite look, but this may be the only thing out there, at this point.

 

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Lemon Snow
My grandmother and mom used to make this when I was a little girl (very long ago) and we always loved it!

 

Fluffy (Tuxedo Cat)

Fluffy (Tuxedo Cat)
When our little rescued Shih tzu was with us for just a couple weeks, we had to travel to Ky for a week. We didnt want to leave the little guy (very malnourished) at the hotel as we thought he may disturb others by barking. So I brought along a snuggle pack...

 

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Use Yogurt Instead Of Milk For Breakfast Cereal
I do this as well! Actually , this is how the europeans eat their yogurt with their granola in the mornings. My fav was the greek yogurt with their honey and granola.

 

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Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies
I was wondering when you add the peanuts?

 

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Raspberry Creme Pie
I am not sure what sweet cream is. Is it whipping cream or half and half? (b)Editors Note: (/b)Sweet cream would be heavy whipping cream.

 

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Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole
I was wondering if you could tell me what size in oz. the pkg of pasta is? Thank you!

 

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Help With Muscle Spasms?
Dear Caty, I too have bulging neck and lower back discs due to a car accident. I live in Ajax ON and I have found a wonderful FREE center you can try to relieve the pain. It is the CERAGEM center that is in several places in TO. I went to the best one in Ajax...

 

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Delicious Strawberry Freeze
Could you please give the amounts in ounces of each? Thank you, sounds really good!

 

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Use Chicken Broth Instead Of Water In Recipes
Yes , I do this as well! It is another way to get the nutrients into the family ,esp. from the veggies in the broth, that otherwise might be missed.

 

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Church Bazaar Money Makers?
Id love to hear how you make the tea cup lights. Please post the instructions and a pics , if you can, as Ii know many would appreciate it! Thanks!

 

Victorian Heart Collage Pin

Victorian Heart Collage Pins
Looks lovely, thanks for the idea!

 

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Handy Prop for House Plants
Sounds like a great idea! I have been trying to find a wire form to train ivy on at different nurseries . home depot etc. No one has these so this might be a solution for at least the small vines. Thanks!

 

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Chicken And Broccoli Main Dish
do you precook the chicken? Thanks!

 

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Creamed Peppered Corn
I was wondering if you could say how many oz. of frozen corn you use as there are at least a couple of sizes of frozen corn. Thanks!

 

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Fruit and Cake Mix Muffins
Hello, great idea! I was wondering though if you need to chop up the fruit first. Blessings my friend! Both of our sons went to Mt. Vernon Nazerene Unv. :~)

 

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Beth's Super Pumpkin Dessert
yes, I too would like to try this but need to know how many oz. of pumpkin is needed. Thanks!

 

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Health Advice For Fatty Liver?
I too have been diagnosed with this! My doc just advised exercise and watching fat intake and of course losing weight! :~)

 

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Expensive Does Not Equal Quality
What is the name of your favorite 99 cent lip gloss? I love our dollar store!! Thanks ahead of time.

 

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Fiesta Chicken Enchiladas
May I ask what milk enchilada sauce is? I have never heard of it.

 

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Audiobooks From The Library
I too love to listen to books on tape when I walk or even at night when I am having trouble sleeping. I find that it makes your walking time go faster esp. since exercise isnt my thing.

 

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Spanish Rice in the Rice Cooker
How much taco sauce would be used with the 1 cup rice, two cup water ratio?

 

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Ranch Cheese Bread
marble cheese is usually colby/jack cheese or white and yellow chedder mixed together. Really any cheese will do.

 

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Cleaning Your Bed Linens
Lynda, I saw your post and was very interested. Do you mean you spray your carpets and baseboards with full strength alcohol? I know I use it to clean in my bathroom fairly often but never knew I could spray it on other things that were fabric or on carpets...

 

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Discount Grocery Stores in Phoenix, AZ?
I used to live in Phoenix and I loved the 99 cent only stores. There is one at Bell and Cave Creek and another on Tatum I believe at the Paradise Valley mall area. They have some fresh produce and great canned goods ,spices and even some frozen foods. Even...

 

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Apple-Bran Muffins
Do you not have to add any oil or butter into the muffins themselves?

 

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Inexpensive Flavored Ice Teas
yes , I do this too . I put the jar out in the sun and it makes great ice tea without having to boil the water.

 

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Recipe for Soup Can Nut Breads?
Can you give us idea of how long you would give a soup can bread. Thanks so much.

 

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