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How To Freeze Avocados
My daughter is a strange child. One of her favorite foods is avocado. Never mind candy, just give her a piece of toast with sliced or mashed avocado and she’s happy. As a result I buy quite a few avocados, especially when they go on sale. If you are familiar with this unique little fruit […]
Continue readingCrockpot Cooking And Low-Glycemic Diets – You Just Need The Right Recipes
If you are on a low-glycemic diet, you may already be getting tired of snacking on low-fat cheese, a handful of nuts, and celery sticks. Your family may be looking a little droopy as they sit down to yet another grilled chicken breast and steamed broccoli dinner. You may also be starting to miss your […]
Continue readingPuzzled About How Long To Cook A Whole Chicken In A Crockpot? Let’s Clear This Up
You may be a bit confused about how long to cook a whole chicken in a crockpot. Well, you are not alone. You’ll get ten different answers from ten different cooks. Then, when you actually gather recipes, it gets even more confusing. The answer varies depending on a great many things. That’s the reason for […]
Continue readingGluten Free Summer Treats
I don’t know about where you are but here in Pennsylvania it has been extremely hot the past few weeks. So I thought that I would share some of the cool treats that I like to make for my granddaughters. They are not only refreshing, but are better for the girls than the store bought […]
Continue readingCrockpot Cooking Is About More Than Convenience – It’s About Saving Both Time And Money
I bought a crockpot some time ago, thinking that I found the solution to my nightly dinner dilemma. Like so many other “crockpot fanatics,” the bloom was off the rose as soon as I found myself with a bit more time and money to spend. So, my crockpot found it’s way into the deep, dark […]
Continue readingPulled Pork Crockpot Recipes – Learn What Makes This Southern Tradition Authentic
If you find yourself sitting in a cozy little diner somewhere in the South in your travels, don’t be alarmed when you hear voices start to rise in hot debate. Passionate debates are not uncommon here in the South, especially when it comes to those things we hold near and dear to our heart. So […]
Continue readingHomemade Silver Cleaner
Here’s a quick and easy way to clean any and all silver items (silverware, jewelry etc. ) Homemade Silver Cleaner Get out a pan and line it with aluminum foil. I usually use my 9×13 cake pan for this. Make sure the shiny side of the foil is up. Now arrange your silver items on […]
Continue readingFruit Fly Trap – Homemade
One of the things I like best about summer is all the fresh fruit available. One of the things I like least is those pesky fruit flies that inevitably find their way into my kitchen. Over the years I have tried quite a few fruit fly traps (homemade as well as store-bought) and here’s what’s […]
Continue reading$70 Low Cost Menu for 4 to 6
My $45 menu has been so popular that I’ve taken a shot at another one. I tried to duplicate the $45 price tag, but it was just too hard. Instead I’ve developed a relatively low cost menu. This one has much more meat, a few more fruits and veggies and a greater variety. I hope […]
Continue readingFourth Of July Holiday Safety Tips
With Independence day weekend just around the corner, it’s important to keep a few simple things in mind to make sure you and your family stay safe. Be Careful Around Fireworks Quite a few serious holiday related accidents happen each year around fireworks. Your safest option is to enjoy the display from a distance. Most […]
Continue reading4th Of July Dessert Recipes
With 4th of July just around the corner, I thought I’d share some of my favorite simple dessert recipes with you. Whenever we are invited for a cookout or family get-together on Independence day and I’m asked to bring dessert, I whip up one of these flag cakes. It’s simple to make but looks really […]
Continue readingControl Journal – Keep Your Household Organized With One Of These
I’ve gotten quite a few questions about control journals or household organizers lately. I’ve kept one for years and couldn’t imagine living without it at this point. It’s the one piece of organization in a midst of chaos. Inside I have everything I need to remind me of what needs cleaned and changed when, emergency […]
Continue readingFrugal Fun Activities For Kids To Do At Home
You knew it was coming. The kids are home all summer. You have your own work and chores to take care of and you can’t spend all your time running around from one activity to the other. You need ideas for quick and easy things to do around the house that won’t require a big […]
Continue readingYummy Gluten Free Zucchini Bread
This is my mom’s recipe for zucchini bread that I have modified and changed to gluten free. I hope you all enjoy it. Mom’s Zucchini Bread, Gluten Free 2 Eggs 1/2 Cup Vegetable Oil 1 Cup Sugar 2 Teaspoons Gluten Free Vanilla 1 1/2 Cups freshly shredded Zucchini 1/4 Teaspoon Baking Powder 1/2 Teaspoon Baking […]
Continue readingFather’s Day Gift Ideas for Kids
In a few days, Father’s Day will be here. Your kids are probably trying to come up with unique ideas this year. To help them, and you, here are some Father’s Day gift ideas for all ages. * Make a Father’s Day card using construction paper, crayons, markers, and stickers. Draw Dad on the front […]
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