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Freezing Apples
Not sure how any have apple trees. But here in the NW we have them everywhere it seems . Some years we get lots of little apples.Last year was that way.I had made applesauce apple butter apple crisp if it had apples I made it.And still had lots of little apples. Someone said just quarter […]
Continue readingFrugal Use of Butter Wrappers
After I take a stick of butter out of it’s wax paper covering, I fold the paper in half and pop it in a bag I keep in the freezer. The next time I need to butter a pan for a recipe, I simply remove a wrapper, open it up and butter the pan with […]
Continue readingBlack Beans Idea/Recipe
I use 1-2 cans of black beans, rinsed 1/2-3/4 cup of your favorite salsa Cooked rice(I usually use 2 bags, boil in bag rice) Mix beans and salsa together. Warm in microwave or saucepan until hot. Serve over cooked rice. You can add anything you like to this. Some of our add ins are: Sour […]
Continue readingHow To Bake Potatoes, Make Mayonnaise and Halloween Costumes- HBHW Newsletter
September 15th 2009 Editorial I love fall… it’s finally starting to cool down and I can’t wait for all the brilliant colors of the leaves changing. Sure it’s a little bitter-sweet so see summer go and the seasons change again, but I’m ready for a change of pace. How about you? It also means it’s […]
Continue readingRecipe for “Magic” Strawberry Cake
My bff and I found this recipe in college…it used a cake mix, frozen strawberries, strawberry jello, and marshmellows…I know the marshmellows went in first and then they ended up on top in the finished cake…it was SOOOOO good….anyone know what I am talking about and have the recipe? Thanks, April Ann Disclosure: Some of […]
Continue readingPreparing Dried Sweet Corn
I have some dried sweet corn that I would like to prepare. I have had it that the Amish prepared and it was rather sweet and dark from perhaps either brown sugar added or molasses. Can someone tell me how to prepare it? Thanks Wanda Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, […]
Continue readingStuffing or Dressing and Gravy
Hello, My name is Penny. I am looking for a simple corn bread stuffing recipe that uses sausage, home made corn bread, etc. I have seen several, but, none that I really like. Also, I would like for someone to tell me how to assemble it what type of seasonings, spices, herbs to use in […]
Continue readingWhat Can I Make With Canned Salmon
I have a can of salmon (like a can of mackerel) i have no idea what to do with it. any ideas? we are not much on fish, so any recipes like salads or casseroles, etc. would be greatly appreciated! Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to […]
Continue readingTurning Bar Soap into Liquid Soap
I was able to buy a lot of bar soap for 10 cents a bar and I was wondering if I could turn that into liquid soap? Appreciate any ideas. 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 readingLiquid Dish Soap for Dishes in the Sink
any receipe will do for liquid dish soap for washing dishes in sink. Thanks 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 readingNeed Homemade Bread Tips
I make my own bread and would like to more often than I already do. I can’t afford the “best” flour, so I buy mine from Save-a-Lot, usually, but my problem is that my bread is always so heavy and I’d like it to be lighter. Is there any way, other than using higher-proced flour, […]
Continue readingHomemade Brownies
I’m looking for some recipes for homemade brownies that my kids will enjoy. Thanks 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 readingHow To Make A Baked Potato
I’m always surprised to find how many people don’t know how to make a baked potato. It is such a basic skill and something that can be served with a variety of meals. In case you’re not sure how to do this, let me assure you it is simple and I’ll teach you a few […]
Continue readingHomemade Microwave Popcorn
I cannot recall where I got this tip and it works very well. We put about 1/3 cup of popcorn (loose bought in a plastic bag) in a brown paper bag, lunch size. We use masking tape, the kind painters use to close it. Simply fold over 1 or 2 times, place a 3 inch […]
Continue readingNo bake fancy-looking “marble” cookies
Ingredients: Approx. 25 plain vanilla cookies, broken in tiny pieces (vanilla wafers, animal crackers, etc.) 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1 cup confectioner’s sugar 1 egg 1 tsp. vanilla Mix all ingredients, except cookies, in a saucepan over low heat, stirring continuously. When begins to boil, stir until mixed. Remove from heat. Add […]
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