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Chocolate Gravy
My grandma and mother used to make this for me when I was a kid, and granny lived in the hill country of the Ozarks. It was served over hot white rice. I thought for the longest time that it was pudding until I tried it, yuck. Anyone have an idea? Disclosure: Some of the […]
Continue readingFrugal Gourmet Food Gifts
This is a guest post by Mel, the Gift Girl – Enjoy! With the cost of food rising, even the old idea of giving food for Christmas has made some of us think twice! But there are still plenty of yummy treats that can be made inexpensively and still seem elegant for the holidays. Here […]
Continue readingInexpensive Home Furniture
We badly need some new living room couches. The old ones we’ve had since we were first married (and who have made it through several moves) are starting to fall apart. Because I don’t want to spend an arm and a leg on new couches, I’ve been doing some research into inexpensive home furniture and […]
Continue readingTips For Storing Baking Soda
Is there a reason NOT to store baking soda in an airtight container? I was just wondering because it always comes in a cardboard box that doesn’t really seal shut instead of a carton with a snap on plastic lid (like baking powder). I’ve been having a problem with my baking soda going “bad” I […]
Continue readingStretch Fabric Softener
I have used vinegar for the longest time, but my kids said they missed the awesome smell of clean clothes. SO…I found Suavitel (Walmart carries) fabric softener. The large bottle runs about 8 dollars but I pour half into another bottle and use half of what it calls for. Does the same job with static […]
Continue readingWeight Watchers Food Diary
I’m looking for a copy of the weekly WW food journal from the 1980’s; the one with the daily exchanges and little check-boxes. Can you help me? (Editor’s note: This was shared by a reader, Margaret in Texas. Is it the one you’re looking for? Here’s the link: Weight Watchers Food Diary) Disclosure: Some of […]
Continue readingVegetarian Goulash
would you please tell me how I may obtain vegetarian recipes and this one in particular Vegetarian goulash. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.
Continue readingHomemade Halloween Costumes – Ask Who, When, And How Much Before You Begin
What makes Halloween such a fun holiday? Is it creating the Jack O’Lanterns, the neighborhood raids for candy, the decorations, the parties, or is it something else? For many kids and grownups alike, the thing that makes Halloween the most fun is the costumes! Many folks want to make their own costumes at home in […]
Continue readingChunky Apple Butter
I am looking for a recipe for apple butter that is somewhat chunky. My grandmother used to make this, but alas, she is gone and no one has the recipe. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through […]
Continue readingCrockpot Appetizers – Give Your Old Favorites A New Twist
In the months and weeks before the holiday season, we all usually start dragging out our recipes, including favorite appetizer recipes. Everyone loves those tasty treats and you know your dinner guests like to grab a few bites as they mingle and catch up with each other. Even when planning a big sit-down meal, your […]
Continue readingCrockpot Cooking For One Week – Planning Hearty Meals For Cold Weather
If getting from your car to your door seems like a march through the tundra during cold winter days, a trip to the grocery store may be excruciating to think about. You may be entertaining thoughts of staying in your nice warm car and driving through a fast food place for dinner instead. But, that […]
Continue readingHomemade Sugar-Free Angel Food Cake Recipe
I’m looking for a homemade sugar-free Angel Food Cake recipe. They sell them at Marsh, but they are pretty pricey. Also, I saw a Pumpkin Angel Food cake but it was not sugar-free. I have to watch my sugar (had gastric bypass) and my family has several diabetics. If I could find a good basic […]
Continue readingFrijoles Bandera Mejicana With Wolgamuth Sauce
This is one of the best recipes I have come across in awhile… FRIJOLES BANDERA MEJICANA – you can not only get the recipe at this link but you can see a photo of it too, taken by the guy who made the recipe!: Editor’s note: click here for Frijoles Bandera Mejicana Recipe Editor’s note: […]
Continue readingBread Machine Manual
I have a Breadman Trillium Mod # TR-500 with no manual and have never used a machine to make bread before. I have looked for the manual online but can only find the TR500a-b and this one doesn’t look like either of them. If anyone has one it would be fabulous if you could make […]
Continue readingHomemade Baking Mix To Replace Bisquick
I am looking for a homemade baking mix to take the place of buying Bisquick. The Hillbilly Housewife: Here’s my recipe for a homemade biscuit mix. You may also want to check out this wheat mix. I use both of these in recipes that call for Bisquick and of course to make some scratch made […]
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