Vol. 8, Num. 157, August 12, 2009 (Read It Online) Looking for a recipe? Submit a request Thanks for reading, The ThriftyFun Team Edit Your Subscriptions: To edit your ThriftyFun subscriptions, click the Update Profile/Email Address link at the bottom of this newsletter.
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Can you dry Zucchini? By ChefCarolDes7 from Boston, MA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf622595.tip.html
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Rate It: Where can I find free cookbook templates to make a family cookbook? By saints_fan85 from New Orleans, LA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf55248406.tip.html
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Rate It: What are good recipes for people who are diabetic? By sweetpeadtg Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf30679446.tip.html
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Rate It: I've been looking at Trash Can punch recipes, but me and my friends enjoy a basic screwdriver. I want it more interesting for a party this weekend. I want to add fruit just like trash can punch. I don't care to have Everclear in it, I would prefer regular vodka. Has anyone ever tried it with just orange juice or should I add pineapple or some other tropical juice? Please respond, ASAP. Thanks. By texlish from Haslet, TX Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf90080387.tip.html
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Rate It: I'm looking for a salad dressing recipe from a restaurant in MI named Papa Vino's. It is their house dressing and it is for sale in the restaurant, but not on-line. I would love to make my own. By HKRGRL from Mount Pleasant, SC Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf56745094.tip.html
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Rate It: I would like a simple easy recipe for homemade pancake syrup that doesn't go quickly to sugar. Thanks folks. By jamish Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf682020.tip.html
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Rate It: Freezing Meals Containing Cream Soups I am expanding what I cook to put in the freezer and have a few questions.
We don't make a lot with the cream soups, but we do like the sauce it makes. I've found 98% fat free /low sodium ones at Wal-mart for about 80 cents a can. Thanks so much. By seeme Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf62048101.tip.html
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Rate It: Looking for a Thin Pizza Crust Recipe I would just like a really easy thin crust pizza recipe. Thanks to all. By jamish Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf640649.tip.html
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The above contests are weekly. We pick 2 tip winners, 2 photo winners (1 photo and 1 pet photo) and 1 recipe winner at the end of each week. Each winner will win $25!
Anchor Tea Bags With a Clothespin While making tea, the "end papers" kept getting to close to the burner. So I used a clothespin to anchor them in place. Afterward, I opened the tea bags and put them in with the coffee grounds to put on the roses and in the garden. Source: I got tired of burnt fingers. ;-)
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These parfaits can be made in any type of glass or stemware. I used my drinking glasses in this photo. You can use any combination of fruit, yogurt and granola. If you're in a less-than-healthy mood, then by all means go for the pudding and whipped cream! Parfaits in Photo: Blueberries and strawberries between layers of vanilla yogurt. Parfait is topped with the green, leafy stem of a strawberry.
By April from Albany, GA
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Grilled Citrus Cod, Halibut or Tilapia Healthy, quick and easy :-) Ingredients:
Directions:Heat grill to medium-high. Squeeze lemon and lime juice in to a small bowl. Add garlic and whisk. Pour part of the mixture in to an aluminum foil boat. Add the fish and pour the rest of the liquid over the fish, top with chives if desired, wrap foil and close loosely. Grill for 10 to 15 minutes or until fish easily flakes with a fork. By Deeli from Richland, WA Contest Contender!
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Recipes Using Yellow Summer Squash Here are ways to make use of excess Squash and Zucchini. This time of year the garden always produces more than you can use and give away. I hate to wasted so I have several tasty uses listed below in addition to the tried and true zucchini bread recipes. Summer Chicken PastaDice one zucchini, one squash and one onion. Saute with a tablespoon of olive oil and a clove of minced garlic. Salt and pepper to taste, add hot pepper flakes if desired (or 2 dried hot peppers) and additional garlic powder, if needed.At this point you can allow to cool, place in a quart freezer bag, press out air and freeze for later use. Repeat for all remaining squash and zucchini OR continue by adding fresh tomatoes or one LARGE jar of diced tomatoes and one small can of tomato sauce. Grill chicken breasts, cook pasta and serve. A light, fresh and delicious summer meal. My children (ages 11 and 17) love this pasta sauce. Tortellini With VegetablesCube a zucchini, saute in a tsp of olive oil with an onion if desired and a clove of minced garlic. Add fresh tomatoes (skin and seeds removed). Lightly saute. Add one jar of store bought Alfredo sauce and hot pepper flakes to taste. Serve over cheese tortellini and toss with grilled chicken or shrimp if desired. OR for a different flavor, mix in some diced ham instead.This is a quick weeknight dinner and is loved by all the kids in the family. Zucchini and Squash MarinaraCut squash in half lengthwise. Slice. Saute with a bit of olive oil. Slice an onion and add to pan. When all are wilted to desired tenderness, add canned marinara sauce. You can add as little or as much sauce as your family prefers.This is a nice side dish and can be served over rice or pasta if desired. It is a good accompaniment to Chicken Parmesan or grilled Italian sausages. Freezer SquashLastly, I slice the remaining quash, blanch in boiling salted water for 3 minutes, drain and layer in freezer containers for use in the winter. These get a bit soggy but are OK for frying in bacon grease for a taste of summer or for use in soups and casseroles.By Diana from Prospect, KY Contest Contender!
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My late Grandmother Helen, she loved to cook and she was from Finland. She would make the the most goodness things to eat and I just miss her cooking. She past on June 22, 1998. I miss you Grandma Helen! Ingredients:
Directions:Bake at 350 degrees F. Mix all the stuff together in a big bowl and put in 2 shell pie pans and put in the oven, bake at 35 minutes or brown crust and let stand until cool. What you don't eat, put in the refrigerator.
Source: Late Grandmother, Helen Allington By craftslady2008 from Medina, OH Contest Contender!
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This salad is great at fish frys. We cannot eat seafood without this. Ingredients:
Directions:Drain beans. Add eggs, pickles, pimento. Add mayo to consistency you desire. Easy to alter if you like more pickles or more eggs.
Source: This recipe came from my mother who is in heaven right now. By pmcbee from Jesup, GA Contest Contender!
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Great kid-friendly dish! Ingredients:
Directions:Brown ground beef and drain. Stir in tomato sauce, seasoning mix and salt. Simmer while preparing dough. Separate can or crescent dough into two large rolls. Place rectangle into bottom of greased 9x9 inch baking dish. Spoon 1/2 of the hot meat mixture in pan. Cover with the dry cottage cheese. Spoon on remaining meat mixture over remaining dough rectangle. Sprinkle with grated cheese and the Parmesan cheese. Bake at 425 degrees F for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Cut into squares to serve. By Robin from Washington, Ia Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf27226592.tip.html
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Directions:Mix dry ingredients; add buttermilk and egg. Add melted butter. Bake in buttered casserole about 25 minutes at 425-450 degrees F. After the first 5 minutes in the oven, pierce the top with a fork to break the crust. Serves 4. By Robin from Washington, Ia Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf66860881.tip.html
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Rate It: Ground Beef and Noodle Casserole Ingredients:
Directions:Mince and fry onion in butter, add meat and brown. Add soup, water, then the raw noodles; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Add corn, chopped olives and 1/2 cup cheese; salt to taste and place in casserole. Top with remaining cheese and bake for 45 minutes at 350. Additional water may have to be added. By Robin from Washington, IA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf66622589.tip.html
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DirectionsRinse apricots; cover with water. Boil 10 minutes; drain, cool and chop. Grease 8x8 inch pan. Mix butter, granulated sugar, and 1 cup flour till crumbly. Pack into pan. Bake 25 minutes at 350 degrees F until lightly browned. Sift together 1/3 cup flour, baking powder, and salt. Beat brown sugar into eggs. Add sifted flour mixture; mix well. Mix in vanilla, nuts and apricots. Spread over baked layer. Bake 30 minutes at 350 degrees F. Cool in pan; cut into squares. Roll in powdered sugar.By Robin from Washington, IA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf33535276.tip.html
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