July 17, 2009

Mock Apple PieThe classic pie, featuring Ritz crackers baked in a golden crust. Roll out half the pastry and line a 9-inch pie plate. Place cracker crumbs in prepared crust; set aside.

 

Liver Dog TreatsI know this isn't for us humans, but if you're like me, you like to do a little something special once in a while for your dogs. They love this. I hope you enjoy sharing it with them! Just a little something different.

 

Best BBQ RibsPlace ribs in a baking pan, or casserole dish. Pour orange juice or coke (about 1/4 cup) on bottom of pan.

 

Chocolate Chip BarsBlend oil, sugars, eggs, salt, and vanilla; add remaining ingredients. Bake at 350 degrees F in 9x13 inch pan for 20-30 minutes.

 

Salmon PieNot only is this recipe economical, but it's good! This recipe makes 2 pies, which can be frozen for later use. We love this recipe because of the use of the carrots.

 

Pork Chops and RiceSalt and brown pork chops. Add 1 Tbsp. uncooked rice for each chop and 1 Tbsp. extra. Add 2 cups diced celery, tomato soup and water. Cook slowly for 1 hour.

 

End of the Garden RelishGrind and mix together; add 1/2 cup pickling salt. Mix ingredients thoroughly with rinsed vegetables and bring to a boil, then let simmer for 3 minutes.

 

Store Salad Greens With a Paper TowelI washed it well in cold water, broke off the core at the bottom, lined a large plastic container with paper towel, and layered romaine leaves and paper towel, hoping it would keep a few days.

 

Scenery: Lake District, EnglandThis is a picture I took with my new camera, in the Lake District. The scene looks very peaceful to me, even now I can still hear the lapping of the water and sky larks singing above. I would love to get this printed and framed, but it could spoil the picture.

 

Use Your Dishwasher as a Drying RackOur dishwasher recently went out, until we get it fixed, we are using it as a double drying rack for hand washing dishes. Everything is self contained and there's no need to use up counter space.

 

Decorate Your Child's Room With Giant Coloring SheetsThis is a tip for decorating a child's room. Instead of buying the typical pre-made wall art (princesses/cars), I picked up some of the giant coloring sheets and attached them to the wall

 

Use a Simmer Pot for Citronella OilInstead of torches, use your electric simmer pot for citronella lamp oil, when you spend time outdoors.

 

Buster (Pug Mix)Buster is an almost 4 month old Pug mix (Pug and I don't know.) Rose, our female Pug had a surprise visit. He like to get the toilet paper and makes a real mess.

 

Chinese Sheetrock WarningEven though there have been many lawsuits, Chinese drywall hasn't yet been recalled. This Chinese sheetrock is manufactured using fly ash which is a waste product of coal burnt in power plants.

 

Recycled Laundry Detergent Boxes for...Sturdy laundry detergent boxes are easy to 'rehab' and use for your organizational needs. I keep all of my scrapbook magazines in the one I made.

 

Softening Feet With Olive OilDon't waste money on high priced pedicures and lotions! Rub a small amount of extra virgin olive oil on your feet and around your cuticles of your toes, and put on cotton socks at night.

 

Paper Mache Projects?I would like to find paper mache projects.

 

Should I Ship My Car When I Move?I am moving from Jersey To Arizona around September and I was wondering if I should just pack my car and drive out there or should I pay almost $900 to have my car shipped?

 

Alternative to Safari for a Mac ?I have a Mac Mini that's four years old. My Safari email app and most of the other apps have always been mysteries to me. When I click on Help I get language only a techie understands, not meant for a senior citizen.

 

Crochet Pattern for Walker Bag or Pocket?I am looking for a free crochet pattern for a Walker Bag or Pocket. I found one, but its made of plastic, I want to make it with yarn, thanks.

 

Getting Rid of Bugs on Pumpkin Plants?I have bugs on my Pumpkin plants.

 

Using Mod Podge on Glass?I am trying to put fabric onto the back of glass plates using mod podge but when it dries I get streaks across the glass. How do I stop this streaking? Thank you.

 

Running a Refrigerator Outside?How much does it cost to run an older refrigerator outside? It's a 15 year old standard sized side-by-side. It stays outside all year round in Florida. I am trying to get a ballpark figure without doing any math.