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Cut Dryer Sheets In Half
Save money…..Cut dryer sheets in half – half is all you need and will last for more than 1 load of laundry. 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 readingRag Rug
I would be very greatful for instructions on how to make braided rag rugs from old sheets and clothes Thank-you Kelley 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 readingSpirited Corned Beef and Cabbage – Crockpot
3 to 4 pounds corned beef with seasoning pack 2 bay leaves 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 (12 oz) can beer 4 to 6 small gold potatoes, scrubbed and left whole 3 carrots, coarse cut 1 medium onion, quartered 2 ribs celery, coarse cut 1 can chicken broth (more or less) […]
Continue readingCrockpot Chicken Tacos
This is the easiest, most satisfying way to make a healthy, delicious taco dinner, and I always get rave reviews:) 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 Tbsp chili powder 3 Tbsp lime juice 1 cup of salsa 1 cup frozen corn Line chicken breasts in the bottom of a crockpot. In a very small bowl, […]
Continue readingCreamy Tahini Hummus
2 cans (16 oz) garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed 1/4 cup light olive oil 1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth 1 large garlic clove, minced 1 Tbsp celery leaves 1/2 Tbsp sweet onion, minced 2 Tbsp lime juice (or lemon) 1 1/2 Tbsp tahini 1 tsp salt (more or less to taste) dash black pepper […]
Continue readingCarrot Cake Made With Baby Food
When making your carrot cakes use baby carrot food instead of raw carrots your cakes will be more moist and taste a whole lot better enjoy 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 readingNo-More-Expensive Microwave Popcorn – Video
Our family loves popcorn for snacking anytime day or night. What I don’t like is the salt and additives that I see in the store-bought microwave popcorn. Yes, they are convenient, but how much easier can you get than throwing popcorn in a bag and throwing it in the microwave? Check out this video for […]
Continue readingStrawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast – Video
Making breakfast special is a struggle, but with so many great ingredients, it shouldn’t be that hard. Think fruit, cream cheese, and French toast … you can’t go wrong. 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 […]
Continue readingPerfectly Easy Mexican Rice
To be sure it turns out just right, you must follow these directions verbatim (precisely). Hardest thing is the toasting of the rice, but it’s not too hard. You’ll get better the more you try it. What you will need: 1 lb. bag white rice 1 small can tomato sauce 4 cups water 2 Tbsps […]
Continue readingLeftover Soup – Keep The Cash Out Of The Trash
Serving the needy is one of our retirement goals and one frugal way of doing that is to be able to save ingredients from one meal and use it in another. For example, last night we served chili to 75 needy folks at our local homeless shelter “The Annapolis Light House” and got rave reviews. […]
Continue readingSweet Cream Biscuits
I found a recipe in Southern Living (I think) 20 some years ago for sweet cream biscuits. It was the best biscuits I had ever had but while moving my book came open and we lost the recipe. Does anyone else know what it is? Thanks Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, […]
Continue readingTerrific Toddler Smoothie – Video
Smoothie’s can be as simple or as complicated as you want to make them. This video shows that even a toddler can help prepare a tasty and nutritious smoothie for breakfast, lunch, or a delicious snack. And smoothie’s are the perfect beverage to carry along in a sippy-cup! Disclosure: Some of the links below are […]
Continue readingMake Your Own Slippers
These slippers take almost nothing to make, are very warm, use up stuff that would usually be thrown away, and are a fun craft idea for a lazy afternoon or even a snowday project for older kids. What you need- an old towel 10 plastic grocery bags (regular size) 1 spool of thread needle optional […]
Continue reading60 Minute Rolls
These are something we ALWAYS have on holidays, and they are quick enough to have for Sunday dinner, as well! 2/3 cup white sugar (plus 2 T) 3 eggs 2 cups milk 2 yeast packets OR 2 T yeast 2 tsp salt ¼ cup warm water 5 to 7 cups flour ½ cup (1 stick) […]
Continue readingApple Dumplings
Here’s a simple dessert that looks much fancier than it is. If you like a nice tart apple pie with a caramel like topping, this is for you. All it takes to make these simple apple dumplings is some granny smiths, a can of crescent roll and a little sugar, butter and juice to make […]
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