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Rust Stains In Sink
How can I remove rust stains made by iron skillet i 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 readingStove Black
I often cook on our wood stove (not a cookstove) and it is getting very grungy. How can I clean it and blacken it without the chemical stuff that needs lots of ventilation, not possible in the winter.Thanks Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I […]
Continue readingSoft Oatmeal Cookies Like Grandmother Made In 1960s
Looking for a soft oatmeal cookie recipe like my grandmother used to make in the 60s. Her cookies tasted like they had little or no cinnamon, and little or no brown sugar. She said she thought she just used the recipe on the box, but the recipes provided by Quaker from that time frame still […]
Continue readingSlightly Spicy Allison Crowe Cocoa – Video
Canadian musician Allison Crowe shares her slightly spicy hot chocolate recipe with us. Like many people who enjoy cooking, she has a the little secret ingredient that makes this cocoa special. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click […]
Continue readingNo More Frozen French Fries – Video
Yes, you can rid those pre-packaged French Fries in your freezer for once and for all! There is a secret to making good homemade fries, and this video shares that secret with you. It's all about soaking the potatoes and getting them super cold before frying. If you don't have a deep fryer, don't fret. […]
Continue readingAnytime Waffle Sandwiches – Video
Fill these easy waffle sandwiches with anything sweet or savory for a filling and satisfying snack, or even a meal. 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 readingSmokies In A Blanket – Video
This is a super simple snack that kids can make with just a little adult supervision. The preparation is fun and easy, and the results are delicious. I'm all for fun in the kitchen with kids, especially when the recipe is this easy. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no […]
Continue readingTeen Approved Macaroni and Cheese – Video
You don’t have to resort to those boxes of mac and cheese when feeding hungry teenagers. This video shows an easy recipe that your teens can make themselves – easily and frugally. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you […]
Continue readingThe Wilma Rudolph Story – Beating Unbeatable Odds
Wilma Rudolph was born prematurely, weighing only 4 1/2 pounds. She was born into a large family – a very large family – she was the 20th child of 22 children. Millions of people were poor in the 1940’s, but Wilma’s family was not only poor, they were African American, living in a segregated society. […]
Continue readingTater Tot Casserole
Do you need a cheap dinner that’s a big hit with the kids? How about something that very easy to throw together? Give this Tater Tot Casserole a try. We love it around here and it makes a regular appearance on our menu. I serve it with a big side salad or some steamed broccoli. […]
Continue readingHealthy Peanut Butter Balls
I found this amazing recipe online and decided to make it only minutes after reading about it. If you are living Frugally, then you should have all of these ingredients in your pantry! I tested it out on my 3 year old daughter and my 40 year old brother – both who can be picky […]
Continue readingBaked Donuts
I am looking for some easy donuts to fix that can be baked in the oven, preferably by scratch. I can't have the grease that fried donuts have so I would love to have some that can be baked. Thanks! Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to […]
Continue readingAlmost Hummus
7/8 cup dried pinto beans (soaked overnight) discard soaking water 2 1/2 to 3 cups cooking water Cook beans in water 1 1/2 hours to 2 hours or until tender. 1 tsp minced garlic 2 cups of the cooked pinto beans 1/4 cup peanut butter 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 TBSP water 1 tsp cumin […]
Continue readingEasy Frugal Tahini Recipe
Don’t buy Tahini again! It’s so easy to make! We love making middle eastern foods like hummus. We purchase raw sesame seeds at our local bulk food for $1-2/lb. 5 cups sesame seeds 1 1/2 cups oil (olive,canola,or mixture) salt to taste, if desired. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Toast sesame seeds, stirring often, till […]
Continue readingSweet Pickled Beets
I used to have a recipe using canned sliced beets. It was quick and easy and may have been called Harvard Beets. But, it did not call for thickening the liquid. That’s the one I want. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn […]
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