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Old Sauerbraten Recipe
When I go to Germany to visit my family, I always love to spend time sitting around the kitchen table talking about old recipes. Even though we all have tweaked the recipes to fit more modern methods (even my grandmother), there are some authentic recipes that are just fun to read about, even if we […]
Continue readingChicken Paprika
1/4 cup butter 1 large onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 TBSP. paprika(yes, one Tablespoon!) 1 cup sour cream 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 2 cups chicken broth 2 tsp. flour 3 pounds chicken pieces In a large skillet, heat butter. Add the onion and garlic and saute until golden brown. Stir in […]
Continue readingGreat Glass And Tile Cleaner
I remember reading about 30 years ago, in a book on how to make your own household cleaners that most commercial glass cleaners at the time ( you know the blue ones), were 50-50 water and alcohol plus a couple of drops of detergent, ammonia if you want it (not necessary) and of course blue […]
Continue readingPineapple Brownies
I’m looking for a recipe my Grandma called Pineapple Brownies, but it was more like a tender white cake like bar, very moist with crushed pineapple and frosted with powdered sugar icing. She made them in the 1960s. I have been looking it for years. Thanks Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, […]
Continue readingFrugal Dining For One Recipes
I’m looking for frugal recipes that serve one person, or at most, two people. Sure, I can make a big pot of chile, soup or spaghetti sauce, but then I get tired of eating it after about three days, and there’s still half of it left! I don’t want my freezer full of precooked meals, […]
Continue readingLeftover Any Meat And Weenie Stew
Left over stew meat or pot roast (1 cup or less) Left over sausage (1 lb or less) Left over hot dogs (1/2 a pack or less) 1 can tomato juice (the big can) or V8 1 14 oz can of stewed tomatoes (or 1 pint if you can your own) 1 bag gumbo veggies […]
Continue readingGrilled Chicken Fajita Dinner Bundles
4 teaspoons Mexican seasoning powder 4 tablespoons lime juice 1 1/2 lbs chicken, cubed into 1/2 inch pieces 2 bell peppers, diced small 2 onions, diced small tortillas for serving Mix Mexican seasoning and lime juice together in a bowl, then add the chicken and bell peppers, and cover with plastic wrap. Put in refrigerator […]
Continue readingHomemade Fudge
Hello, I have been trying for years to make fudge, the kind that is boiled and made with powdered coco. I usually end up with fudge sauce or grainy fudge. HELP !!!! Thanks, Pam Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission […]
Continue readingHomemade Shampoo
Benefits of each essential oil for this shampoo: Rosemary– Hair loss preventative Thyme– Antiseptic{prevents the growth of disease-causing microorganisms} and disinfectant{destroys bacteria} Lavender–Heals skin Tea Tree–Dandruff control I was inspired to make my own shampoo after reading 1001 Natural Remedies. I took a couple of her hair shampoo recipes and came up with this. Ingredients: […]
Continue readingNeed Canning Advice For Green Beans And For Tomatoes
how do I can greenbeans the right way ? and how do you do tomatoes the right way ? 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 readingStretching Your Dollars With Pancakes
When I decide to make pancakes, I like to make a double patch so the next day breakfast is already half-way made. However, we frequently have un-planned guests who spend the night and the other half of the pancake batter just isn’t enough. When that happens, I just add some extra buttermilk to the pre-made […]
Continue readingSalmon Spinach Bundles On The Grill
4 small salmon fillets, skin removed olive oil 1 large lemon cut into 4 wedges 4 cups fresh baby spinach 1 small onion, cut into 4 wedges, then cut into thin strips 1/2 cup real bacon bits salt and black pepper Set your grill up to medium-high heat. On a work surface, arrange 4 pieces […]
Continue readingRice Pudding
I am looking for a lost recipe that my Grandmother used to make. She cooked the rice, then added beaten egg yolks and sugar. Whipped the whites and folded them in. I don’t know if this was an actual recipe or something she just did. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, […]
Continue readingPet Skin Irritations
I’m looking for some kind of safe skin cream or powder for dogs with sensitive skin. My dog is scratching all the time–even though I give him flea and tick medicine. I also use a sulfur-based dog shampoo which is suppose to help with sensitive skin as well. What else can I do? Disclosure: Some […]
Continue readingSave Your Celery
You can save your celery for a long time if you wrap it in tin foil. It will last for weeks and be just as fresh as when you bought it. Also when you have use most of it up,cut off the bottom and plant it. It will grow more celeryI haven’t try planting it.I […]
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