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Add all ingredients except nutmeats. Beat at medium speed for 3 minutes. Add nutmeats. Put in greased and floured loaf or bundt pan. Bake in 325 degree oven for 90 minutes.
By Robin
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Mix dry ingredients together. Beat eggs. Add oil, vanilla, and apples. Mix thoroughly, do not use mixer. Batter will be stiff, spread in greased and floured 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 45-60 minutes. Need not frost. May be served with ice cream or Cool Whip.
By Robin
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Swapping Clothing With Other Moms
Since my son was born the biggest money saver for me has been a group of moms I swap with. We all have children within a year or two of each other so we just rotate the items the kids outgrow. This goes for everything from car seats, to clothes, to toys, changing pads, swings, and utensils. It has been a wonderful savings for all of us with the added bonus that no one has to store all of the stuff until their next one comes along. We just send it back around in the rotation as needed!
By Deanna
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Measure all of the ingredients into a clean, dry bowl. Use a fork to combine everything evenly. If you are ambitious, you can powder everything in a blender. I don't always do this because I am lazy. You do get really impressive results from it though, and it is easier to do than one would expect. Transfer the mixture to a resealable container, or a pretty jar.
To Prepare: Place 2 tablespoons of Mocha Espresso powder in a small coffee cup. Add hot water to fill the cup (about 1/2 cup hot water.) If you are using a large coffee cup, increase the amount of Mocha Espresso powder you add. For instance, use 3 tablespoons to an average size coffee cup, (adding about 3/4 cup hot water). Stir well and serve.
By Kathy
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Sift dry ingredients and cut shortening into it with a pastry blender. Measure 3 cups into 4 jars.
Decorate jars with raffia or ribbon. Attach gingerbread cutter and the following recipe:
Gingerbread Boys
Combine gingerbread mix, molasses, egg and flour. Blend well. Roll to 1/4" thickness on lightly floured surface. Cut into gingerbread shapes. Place on greased cookie sheets. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Cool. Can be decorated with cinnamon candies. Recipe to be used within 3 months.
By Kathy
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In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda. Layer ingredients in order given in a quart size canning jar. Mix oatmeal in a blender. Grate chocolate bar and mix into the oatmeal. It is helpful to tap jar lightly on a padded surface (towel on counter) as you layer ingredients to make all ingredients fit neatly. Use scissors to cut a 9 inch- diameter circle from fabric of your choice. Center fabric circle over lid and secure with a rubber band. Tie on a raffia or ribbon bow to cover the rubber band. Attach a card with the following directions:
Gourmet Cookies
Remove chocolate chips and nuts with a large spoon. Empty cookie mix into large mixing bowl. Stir mix with large wooden spoon to evenly distribute ingredients. Add 1/2 cup softened butter or margarine, 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Mix until completely blended. Mixture will be thick, so you may need to use a wooden spoon to finish mixing. Shape into walnut sized balls and place onto a greased cookie sheet 2 inches apart. Bake at 375 degrees F for 8 to 10 minutes until edges are lightly browned. Cool 5 minutes on cookie sheet and then place cookies on baking racks to finish cooling.
Yield: 3 dozen
By Kathy
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This is an unusual Southwestern dip mix that can be given in a small sombrero.
In a large bowl, combine the spices and store in an airtight container.
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Mexican Fiesta Dip
Makes 2 cups
In a medium mixing bowl combine the Dip Mix with the mayonnaise and sour cream. Whisk the mixture until smooth. Refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours. Serve with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables.
By Kathy
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This curried rice mix is an interesting complement for plain chicken or pork.
Layer the ingredients in the order given in a 1 1/2-cup jar.
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Curried Rice
Serves 6
In a medium saucepan bring the water to a boil. Add the rice mix. Cover and reduce the heat to a simmer for 20 minutes.
By Kathy
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Saving Money on Wrapping Paper
Tips for saving money on wrapping paper. Post your ideas.
Gift Wrap Idea
Brown paper bags can be used as gift wrap. Cut bags to lie flat, turn the printed side on the inside, and wrap your package. Then decorate! Add some raffia or natural-looking ribbon for an earthy touch. Add pine cones, dried thistles, or evergreen touches to the raffia if desired. Brown paper bags can also be block stamped with designs in ink or paint, hand painted, or crayon colored by the kids for even more interesting wrapping paper.
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Put in ice cream pail and freeze. When serving, mix small amounts of 7-Up or ginger ale into the frozen slush. Mix slowly and serve slushy.
By Robin
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When ready to serve, add 1 (28 oz.) bottle ginger ale and 1 quart raspberry sherbet.
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Pour all ingredients, except ice cream, in blender. Cover and process until smooth. Stop blender and add ice cream. Cover and process briefly. Top with a dollop of whipped topping and a peach slice.
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Mix well. Store in a tightly covered container. To serve: 1/4-1/3 cup mix in a cup and fill with hot water.
By Robin
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Put grape juice, sugar, milk into a blender. Mix well. Add ginger ale and 8 scoops of ice cream. Mix until well blended. Pour into cold glasses equal amounts. Add ginger ale to fill glasses full.
By Robin
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Add cocoa malt to hot milk; stir until dissolved. Add cold milk, salt and flavorings. Chill. Just before serving, pour into blender; add ice cream. Mix until well blended. Serve.
By Robin
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Place strawberries, honey, and a small amount of milk in blender; cover. Puree until nearly smooth. Add remaining milk and ice cream. Blend 1 minute. Serve immediately. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a whole strawberry. Makes 4 glasses.
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Put into 30-cup percolator and in basket place:
Put through the perk cycle. Serve piping hot.
By Robin
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Creamier Mashed Potatoes With Mayo
To make your mashed potatoes creamier, add a dollop of mayonnaise. I usually just add however much I want. If you are watching your weight you might want to substitute low-fat mayo instead.
By Karen Logan
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When dividing large packages of hamburger meat to freeze, place each portion in a large zipper freezer bag, squeeze out excess air and roll out flat! This saves space in the freezer as you can stack the "meat pancakes" and it thaws quickly.
By Tracy Johnson
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Putting an Artificial Tree in a Christmas Tree Stand
When using an artificial Christmas tree many larger durable tree stands are too large. Buy some PVC pipe and cut it in small and equal pieces to place inside the tree stand to make a circle around the smaller tree base. If you have pets, you can drill holes in the PVC pipe and place the screws in the tree stand through the PVC pipe for extra durability to hold the tree in place (so even when animals jump on the tree or rub against it, it is very study and the tree does not fall over).
By Carol Sissom
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I like the expensive zesty pickles, so when the jar is empty I refill it with store brand dill pickles and get a flavor close to the originals.
By Lynn
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I don't know about you, but I have tired of writing out gift tags year after year after year. This year, I am doing something different. I am a crafter and a stamper, and I have decided to make Permanent Gift Tags that can be used year after year (after all, I know I will give most gifts every year to the same group of people). I am going to needlepoint, paint and stamp until I have a permanent set of gift tags to use over and over again. Just think of all the time it will save every year not to have to write out those gift tags!
By Glynda Lomax
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My 2 year old loves fish so we set up a 10 gallon tank that we had found on the street and went to the pet store. We only buy the goldfish that are on sale (3 for $3) because then if they die I can replace it no problem and he has no idea that one has died. They all look the same and do the same job as fish that cost so much more! He loves them, that is all that matters.
By Carol
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Saving Holiday Bird Broth - Freezing Turkey Broth
The holiday bird always left me with plenty of leftover broth. I use the dixie drink cups, little kid size, to save it in smaller batches. I fill the cups, cover and sit them on a cookie sheet in the freezer till frozen. Then I rip away the cup and put them in a big ziplock bag. I now have half cup cones to add to potatoes or noodles, etc.
By Susan
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Salt not only makes eggs taste better, but it makes "eggy" dishes clean easier. Sprinkle salt on dishes right after breakfast; it makes them a whiz to clean if you have to wait until later when you have time.
By Lori Zehren
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Tips for saving money on hand soap. Post your ideas below!
Saving Money on Hand Soap
I always put an elastic (hair elastics work best) on pump soaps. This allows a smaller amount of soap to be dispensed which is plenty for hand washing.
By michelle
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I Need a Good Multi-Grain Bread Recipe
I'm desperate for a good recipe for 1 loaf of multi-grain bread not made in a bread machine (I've worn out 3 of them and can't really afford another). I don't mind if it has 1 to 1 1/2 cups of white flour but I want to incorporate different grains and seeds. So much of what I find isn't true multi-grain or it makes more than 1 loaf (I'm the only one here that eats healthy so more than one loaf won't keep).
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How do you most easily remove old contact paper from kitchen drawers and shelves? The gummy old glue makes it real time-consuming.
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Electric Counter top Jar Opener
Where can I buy an electric counter top jar opener. I see them on TV but cannot find them in newspaper ads for stores. This product is wonderful for people with arthritis in the hands or wrists.
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I am looking for a free pattern to make cart covers (they also fit on highchairs in restaurants). All I have found so far are patterns you would need to purchase.
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Editor's Note: I beleive what Kayla is referring to is something to put in a shopping cart to make it more comfortable for a baby? If that is not correct, feel free to elaborate.
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