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Homemade Banana Pudding From Scratch
1 box vanilla wafers 2-3 ripe bananas 1/3 cup white sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 cups milk 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Line a 3 quart casserole dish with wafers. Slice bananas layering them on top of wafers. Add another layer of vanilla wafers. Continue alternating layers until casserole dish is […]
Continue readingMeatloaf Cupcakes
FOR THE MEATLOAF CUPCAKES: 1 ½ lbs Ground beef 1 Egg, beaten 1 clove Garlic, chopped ½ cup Bread crumbs 2 T Worcestershire sauce ¾ cup Chili sauce (you can use ketchup too) ½ cup Onions, finely chopped ½ cup Carrots, finely chopped ½ cup Mushrooms, finely chopped ½ cup Red pepper, finely chopped ½ […]
Continue readingHomemade Cleaner For Aluminum Framed Windows
Did you know a paste of baking powder and water is really a super cleaner for aluminum frame on windows? 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 readingShepard's Pie
2 T. butter 1 1/2 lbs. ground beef 1 medium onion 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. garlic salt 1/4 tsp. pepper 16 oz. mixed vegetables (not drained) 4 cups mashed potatoes (I use instant) 6 oz. tomato paste 1/2 c. cheddar cheese (I use more) Mix eggs, […]
Continue readingMexican Casserole
3 – 4 oz chicken breasts – cooked and shredded 4 TBS chicken broth or water 2 cups cooked rice 1 1/2 cups salsa 1 package taco seasoning 1/2 to 1 can corn (per taste) 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (reserve 1/2 for top of casserole) Mix all of the above. Place in casserole dish […]
Continue readingIs Quinoa Gluten Free?
Quinoa is called a grain substitute, but not a grain at all. It is really a seed. The good news, it is definately gluten free. Quinoa is a light grain with a light nutty flavor. It can be found in most supermarkets in the pasta / rice sections. Quinoa is very nutritious and can be […]
Continue readingHomemade Worcestershire Sauce
Dear Susanne, Here is a recipe I picked up along the way and found it to be a real “Penny Pincher's Dream”. I have saved the bottles from Soy Sauce –the larger ones. This recipe will make 2 -1/2 bottles and lasts well, un-refrigerated. I have kept mine as long as 6 months. I hope […]
Continue readingBathroom Cleaning Scrub
We have very hard water, so I needed a scrub to get the sinks and tubs clean. 1 C Baking Soda 1 C Salt 1 C Borax 1/2 C Washing Soda Mix, sprinkle, scrub, rinse. I used an old Parmesan cheese container to keep this in. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, […]
Continue reading5 Can Soup
1 can beef vegetable soup 1 can corn (undrained, whole or creamed) 1 can mixed vegetables ( undrained) 1 can chili without beans 1 can of Rotel or like tomatoe s Mix all 5 in pan can cook about 15 minutes until mixed and warm. Serve with grilled cheese or corn bread or great without […]
Continue readingSoap Scum Remover For Tub And Shower – Fume Free
Baking Soda Nylon Scrubbie (the kind you bathe or shower with) Sprinkle baking soda on tub or shower. Take your scrubbie and scrub. Rinse. If you have a build up just do it a couple times. This really works and so simple. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional […]
Continue readingGluten Free Irish Dinner
I cannot believe that February is just about over and March is on it's way. Although it seems that winter has had a strangle hold on parts of the United States, (and other parts of the world), I realize that spring is just around the corner. Even though spring is almost here, my family is […]
Continue readingCheesy Tater Casserole For A Crowd
2 lb. frozen shredded hash brown potatoes (thawed) 1 stick butter or margarine (melted) 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese (shredded) 1 cup Gruyere cheese (shredded) 1 cup Ricotta cheese 1 cup sour cream 2 cans cream of mushroom soup 1/2 cup chopped green onions, tops included 1/2 tsp garlic flakes 1/2 tsp onion flakes 1 […]
Continue readingGood Cheap Soup
I don't measure when it comes to making veggie soup (or alot of things) so bear with me on this recipe. I promise it is good though.Thinly slice in food processor carrots, onion, celery, cabbage. Dump in stock pot with Italian seasoning, small amount crushed red pepper flakes, enough beef broth to cover all ingredients, […]
Continue readingLeftover Magic Frugal Soup
At the end of your meal, put that last spoonful of peas, meatloaf, carrots, etc., into a container that you store in your freezer. When it's full, put it in the slow cooker, taste when hot, and season accordingly. You'll never go wrong, as the flavors meld beautifully. There's no reason to throw out food, […]
Continue readingBean Burgers
1 can (rinsed and drained) or 1 1/2 cups cooked beans 3/4 cup toasted bread crumbs 2 eggs extra goodies of your choice seasonings of your choice Place crumbs, eggs, extra goodies and seasonings in food processor and pulse until well combined. Add beans and pulse until texture that you want, beans should still be […]
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