Re: [RecipesAndMore] Tip

2010-04-17 Thread Sandy from OK!
dmore@googlegroups.com Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 6:25 AM Subject: [RecipesAndMore] Tip When you get a splinter, reach for the scotch tape before resorting to tweezers or a needle. Simply put the scotch tape splinter, then pull it off. Scotch tape removes most splinters painlessly and e

Re: [RecipesAndMore] Tip

2010-04-17 Thread Sandy from OK!
Thanks, such a good one, and so painless. - Original Message - From: steve doyle To: recipesandmore@googlegroups.com Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2010 6:25 AM Subject: [RecipesAndMore] Tip When you get a splinter, reach for the scotch tape before resorting to tweezers or a

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2010-04-17 Thread steve doyle
When you get a splinter, reach for the scotch tape before resorting to tweezers or a needle. Simply put the scotch tape splinter, then pull it off. Scotch tape removes most splinters painlessly and easily. -- Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmor

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2010-04-02 Thread steve doyle
> * Combine leftover mashed potatoes with chopped onion and shredded >cheese, then bake. Tastes like twice-baked potatoes with less >work! -- Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40googlegroups.com/ Visit the group home page at: http://g

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2010-03-03 Thread steve doyle
Sore throat? Just mix 1/4 cup of vinegar with 1/4 cup of honey and take 1 tablespoon six times a day. The vinegar kills the bacteria. -- Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40googlegroups.com/ Visit the group home page at: http://groups.g

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2010-02-21 Thread steve doyle
Thanks for the Tip Smile - Original Message - From: rebeccamann...@hotmail.com To: RecipesAndMore Sent: Sunday, February 21, 2010 3:42 AM Subject: [RecipesAndMore] tip from another list Hi, everyone. I got this tip from another list and thought I would pass it on

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2010-02-20 Thread rebeccamanners
Hi, everyone. I got this tip from another list and thought I would pass it on. Thanks, Becky Soggy Foods In The Microwave? To keep foods from getting soggy in the microwave, cover them with paper instead of plastic wrap. Because it doesn't cling, wax paper will allow more steam to escape.

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2009-09-12 Thread steve doyle
Clean Garbage Disposal - Running juiced lemon shells or any peel through the garbage disposal will freshen and deodorize it. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40googlegroups.com/ Visit

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2009-09-11 Thread steve doyle
Sponges that have a stale odor can be made fresh again by adding a bit of lemon juice and then putting in the microwave for 30 seconds. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40googlegroups.c

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2009-09-06 Thread steve doyle
Keep the kitchen drains smelling fresh - Do you ever walk through your kitchen and smell a foul odor, only to discover that it is emanating from your drain? You can use coffee grounds about once a week to remedy this problem. The first step is heating some water to a boil in either a teapot or

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2009-06-18 Thread steve doyle
Your hands can spread food-borne bacteria to the refrigerator, door handles, hot and cold sink faucets, dishcloths, countertops, stove knobs, appliances, etc. This is less likely if you wash your hands after handling raw meats and other uncooked foods. A single candle can illuminate an entire

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2009-05-13 Thread steve doyle
Lemon/Lime: If the lemon or lime is hard, put it in warm water for 5-10 minutes to make it easier to squeeze. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~

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2009-05-12 Thread steve doyle
Don't store potatoes and onions together. Potatoes will rot quickly if stored with onions. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access t

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2009-05-12 Thread steve doyle
Old nylons make good ties for tomatoes and other plants because they're strong, yet won't damage vulnerable stalks. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~-

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2009-05-04 Thread steve doyle
To keep salt shaker from spilling while traveling, Screw a piece of plastic wrap under the lid. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Acces

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2009-04-27 Thread steve doyle
When using fresh herbs in a recipe, add them at the end so the heat doesn't destroy their flavor. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Acc

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2009-04-27 Thread steve doyle
If fruit has become overripe, don't throw it away. Puree it in a blender or food processor with a little lemon juice and sugar and spoon the result over ice cream. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your fri

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2009-04-25 Thread steve doyle
If you wear braces then try to wear lipglosses and lipstick that don't attract attention to your mouth, and put bright,lovely eyeshadow and mascara and stuff so people will look at your eyes and not your teeth! Cool, huh???!!! A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights

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2009-04-22 Thread steve doyle
When cooking beans, any additional ingredients, such as acidic substances, such as lemon juice, vinegar, tomatoes, ketchup or wine, should be added at the end of the cooking time, since acid makes the beans firm. You could add a packet of seasoning after the beans are tender, as adding it too s

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2009-04-17 Thread steve doyle
Remove stains from a glass pot by rubbing them with a lemon slice. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list ar

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2009-04-16 Thread steve doyle
To keep tiles, basins and baths shining and to help prevent limescale and dirt building up between cleans - use furniture polish. Clean the area in the usual way and dry it. With a clean cloth use furniture polish (as cheaper brand as you like) to lightly 'polish' the area and keep it sparkling!

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2009-04-15 Thread steve doyle
Before freezing uncooked poultry, remove it from the package, rinse well, and re-wrap with your own plastic film or freezer paper; this reduces the bacteria accumulated between processing and purchase. It's also a good practice to rinse chicken under cold running water before you cook it. A sin

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2009-04-10 Thread steve doyle
Remove mold and mildew from the grout between your bathroom tiles. Mix equal parts of chlorine bleach and water in a spray bottle, and spray it over grout. Let it sit for 15 minutes, then scrub with a stiff brush and rinse off. You can also do this just to make your grout look whiter. A single

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2009-03-30 Thread steve doyle
Always wear safety glasses when doing DIY or gardening to protect eyes from injury or dust particles. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~

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2009-03-25 Thread steve doyle
Cheese is one of the most versatile, most nutritious of foods, so it is used frequently by homemakers in meal planning and food preparation. When cooking cheese, always keep the heat low. Cheese needs just enough heat to melt and blend with other ingredients. High heat or long cooking makes c

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2009-03-24 Thread steve doyle
You experience constipation when your diet lacks enough fiber and fluids and thus, you experience stomachaches. The best way to counter constipation is by drinking eight glasses of or more water daily, as well as eating grains, cereals, and other foods that are rich in fiber. A single candle

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2009-03-22 Thread steve doyle
One of the most important things to consider in the kitchen is safety. Typical safety rules apply in the kitchen whether you are visually impaired or perfectly sighted. Always keep the handles of your pots and pans turned in towards the center of the stove. This will avoid any accidental spi

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2009-03-18 Thread steve doyle
Lemon Juice will remove adhesive tape and gum from hands and clothes! A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More lis

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2009-03-12 Thread steve doyle
o tenderise tough cuts of meat rub both sides with a mixture of olive oil and vinegar and pop in the fridge for a couple of hours before cooking. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~

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2009-03-12 Thread steve doyle
o make your own marinade for pork just mix grated ginger with a tablespoon of honey. This is spicy and sweet. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---

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2009-03-12 Thread steve doyle
try basing your turkey with fruit juice for extra tangy taste! A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archiv

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2009-03-12 Thread steve doyle
If your shower curtain seems about as flexible as the Iron Curtain, try rubbing some baby oil on the shower rod. A bar of soap also works well. Either way, your curtain will slide more smoothly. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks fo

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2009-03-10 Thread steve doyle
When eating hot soup and bread, for a change, try seasoning the bread instead of the soup. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the

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2009-03-10 Thread steve doyle
To get your shower curtain sparkling clean, soak it in warm water and baking soda. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Reci

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2009-03-09 Thread steve doyle
Excess grease/fat can be removed from casseroles/stews etc., but dropping in an ice cube - the fat will stick to the cube and can be removed. Alternatively, a slice of fresh white bread placed carefully on the surface will absorb most of the unwanted grease. A single candle can illuminate an e

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2009-03-08 Thread steve doyle
Freeze lemon juice in ice cube trays then when recipes call for tablespoon of lemon juice just toss in a cube. Works for all citrus fruits. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-

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2009-03-08 Thread steve doyle
If you don't put the lid on when boiling green vegetables they stay greener. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And Mor

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2009-03-08 Thread steve doyle
When cooking brassicas (cabbage etc.) add a bayleaf this will reduce the smell during cooking and also give a subtle flavour. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~--

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2009-03-07 Thread steve doyle
Use the vegetable water from boiled vegetables for gravy, this way you get more flavour and don't waste the goodness that has come out into the water. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~-

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2009-01-21 Thread steve doyle
Fight off a cold - mix lemon juice with honey and hot water to sooth coughs and sore throats and give you a dose of vitamin C. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~--

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2009-01-18 Thread steve doyle
Clean coffee and tea stains from china cups. Rub them with salt. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list arc

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2009-01-12 Thread steve doyle
If you ever get a flat tire on your way to a fancy party or job interview, you'll thank yourself for having the foresight to throw a pair of socks in the trunk. Slip the socks on your hands while handling the tire, and they'll be clean when you arrive. A single candle can illuminate an entire

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2009-01-11 Thread steve doyle
TRASH BAG TIES If you run out of trash bag ties, just use a strip cut from hose to tie up and secure. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~

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2009-01-08 Thread steve doyle
Eat more fruit. A person who gets enough fruit in his diet doesn't have a raging sweet tooth. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access

[RecipesAndMore] TIP FOR POPPING OPEN THE BUBBLY:

2008-12-31 Thread Helen
TIP FOR POPPING OPEN THE BUBBLY: When opening a bottle of bubbly it is important to pay attention. Most people, both in real life and in movies, open Champagne bottles in stupidly dangerous ways. Here's the correct method: 1. Cut the foil around the top of the bottle. 2. Place your hand or your

[RecipesAndMore] Tip: Saving Take-out Condiments For Lunch Bags

2008-11-09 Thread Angelique in Texas
Saving Take-out Condiments For Lunch Bags Save those packs of mayo, mustard, ketchup, relish, lemon juice, honey, etc. Put them in a bowl in the frig. When you need some for your lunch bag there you are. No mess or fuss.   Source: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf12017122.tip.html I'm in my own litt

[RecipesAndMore] tip: Storing Firewood Away from the House

2008-11-07 Thread Angelique in Texas
Storing Firewood Away from the House Keep wood away from the house. Wood against the side of your house could attract wood loving insects like termites who will start nibbling on your house. It also keeps air from circulating around the wood which will help keep it dry.   Source: www.thriftyfun

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2008-11-03 Thread steve doyle
* Use a potato or vegetable parer to make chocolate curls for decorating cakes and pies. You can use bars of semi- sweet or bitter chocolate. The chocolate should be at room temperature or even very slightly warmer. You can adjust the thickness and length of the curls by the pressure of you

[RecipesAndMore] Tip: Prevent Curly Bacon By Using Your Oven

2008-11-01 Thread Angelique in Texas
Prevent Curly Bacon By Using Your Oven To keep bacon from curling you can put it the oven. Line foil on a cookie sheet. Lay bacon slices one at a time next to each other on sheet. Put into a 350 degree F oven and bake till done. Keep an eye on it so you can take it out according to how you like i

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2008-10-21 Thread steve doyle
If you have trouble handling cabbage cooking, add a little ginger to it. This will cut out the sharp pungent smell of the cabbage and make it more manageable. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendshi

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2008-09-29 Thread Starfire1939
Tip for the Day Making Bread When making bread, substitute non-dairy coffee creamer for the dry milk it works just as well! **Looking for simple solutions to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators

[RecipesAndMore] Tip Preparing For Canning

2008-08-31 Thread delma bliss
Preparing For Canning After determining the type & quantity of food to be canned, select your recipes, gather the ingredients, assemble jars, closures & canning equipment. Prepare your recipe & start filling jars! Filling Jars Food may be placed into hot jars after it is cooked or while

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2008-08-19 Thread steve doyle
To drive off ants: Place a small saucer of ground cloves where they are troublesome, and they will disappear. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~

[RecipesAndMore] Tip Home Made Chili Powder

2008-07-25 Thread delma bliss
Question: Is there a way to make your own chili powder? We both love chili & we go through the stuff so fast I'm hoping I can make it quicker & cheaper than buying it at the store. Answer: Try this: 3 tablespoons paprika, 2 teaspoons ground oregano, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground tu

[RecipesAndMore] TIP - FRESH FROM THE FREEZER

2008-07-12 Thread steve doyle
TIP - FRESH FROM THE FREEZER Vegetables lose much of their texture -- but none of their flavor -- when frozen. Thus, they are perfect candidates for turning into pureed pasta sauces. Remind yourself of spring with an easy asparagus sauce, made from frozen pieces, not whole stalks: In a large sau

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2008-07-10 Thread steve doyle
Wipe refrigerator with vinegar to prevent mildew. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: htt

[RecipesAndMore] TIP OF THE DAY

2008-07-10 Thread Starfire1939
TIP OF THE DAY Items needed for a Well Stocked Herb & Spice Rack DRY HERBS: Parsley Oregano Basil Rosemary Thyme Rubbed sage Marjoram Cilantro Bay leaves Chives Tarragon Dill weed Dill seed Onion powder Minced onions Garlic powder Minced garlic SPICES: Peppercorns Coar

[RecipesAndMore] TIP FOR BETTER CHIPS

2008-06-26 Thread steve doyle
tip for better chips To make better chips, soak freshly cut potatoes in water for five minutes, drain and pat dry before cooking to remove the excess starch that causes them to clump together. For extra crispy fries, dust them lightly with flour before you fry. A single candle can i

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2008-06-16 Thread steve doyle
Make ice cubes festive for a party by freezing sprigs of mint, maraschino cherries, lemon or orange peel in them. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~~

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2008-06-15 Thread steve doyle
Add a little soda water to your favourite fruit juice to add a bubbly sparkle and to make the fruit juice calories go further! A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright lights of your friendship. --~--~-~--~~

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2008-06-15 Thread steve doyle
Make plain brownies special by melting a few of your favourite candy bars, along with a splash of milk, in the microwave. Use the melted chocolate mixture to top the brownies. A single candle can illuminate an entire room. A true friend lights up an entire lifetime. Thanks for the bright light

[RecipesAndMore] Tip Prepare for Disaster With a 72 Hour Kit

2008-06-11 Thread delma bliss
Prepare for Disaster With a 72 Hour Kit By Delois Stinson >From past experience it usually takes about 72 hours after a disaster for help organizations to reach the area, set up, and get organized to handle the needs of the emergency. Therefore it is important that we have on hand, and at quick

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2008-06-11 Thread steve doyle
So, what is a parent with a sick child to do? First of all, it is important to remember that a cold will run its course, and your child will feel better probably within a week. The common cold is not life-threatening, even though it is certainly no fun. To deal with a cough, a recent study sho

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2008-05-08 Thread steve doyle
Can't get rid of a lingering smell in the kitchen? Try baking some orange peels in the oven at 350 degrees. Bake for about 15 minutes. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More lis

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2008-05-07 Thread steve doyle
Need whipped cream but don't have an electric mixer? Put the cream in a bowl with a tight lid (Tupperware works well) and shake vigorously until whipped. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the

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2008-05-04 Thread steve doyle
To keep doughnuts from absorbing grease add a pinch of cream of tartar to the flour used. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/rec

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2008-05-04 Thread steve doyle
For Bilious Headache A teaspoon full of lemon juice in a small cup of black coffee will relieve a bilious headache. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http:

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2008-04-29 Thread steve doyle
Remove stains from coffee and teacups by scrubbing them gently with equal parts of salt (or baking soda) and white distilled vinegar. Rinse clean. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Reci

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2008-04-29 Thread steve doyle
For stained and smelly plastic food containers, wipe them with a cloth dampened with white distilled vinegar. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http:

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2008-04-28 Thread steve doyle
Clean up pet accidents by first blotting up the area and then adding a white distilled vinegar-and-water solution. Blot until it is almost dry. Then sprinkle baking soda over the area and let it dry. Vacuum up the residue the next day. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and

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2008-04-28 Thread steve doyle
Remove wallpaper easily by using a paint roller to wet the surface very thoroughly with a solution of equal parts white distilled vinegar and hot water. Or spray on until saturated. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~-

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2008-04-14 Thread steve doyle
A squeeze bottle can be one of your best kitchen friends. Fill it with barbecue sauce or marinade for easy basting. Or on the sweet side, fill it with fruit or chocolate syrup for easy dessert garnishing. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~

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2008-04-14 Thread steve doyle
Need to Thicken Gravy? Use instant potato flakes. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40googlegroups.com/ Visit t

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2008-04-13 Thread steve doyle
Run out of Barbecue Sauce? Use 1 cup tomato sauce, 1/2 cup sugar and 2 tablespoons vinegar and mix well. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail

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2008-04-13 Thread steve doyle
Store lemons and limes in empty egg cartons. They won't roll around - or get lost - inside the fridge. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-ar

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2008-04-13 Thread steve doyle
* To keep cauliflower white while cooking - add a little milk to the water. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40g

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2008-04-12 Thread steve doyle
* To make your own corn meal mix: combine 1 cup corn meal, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 4 teaspoons baking powder. You can store it in a tightly covered container for up to 6 months. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~-

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2008-04-11 Thread steve doyle
* Don't throw out all that leftover wine: Freeze into ice cubes for future use in casseroles and sauces. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-

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2008-04-09 Thread steve doyle
* For fresh flavor in orange juice add the juice of one lemon. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40googlegroups.c

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2008-04-09 Thread steve doyle
* If a recipe calls for 1 cup sour cream, you may substitute 1 cup cottage cheese blended until smooth with 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1/3 cup buttermilk. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the

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2008-04-08 Thread steve doyle
* To make lighter and fluffier mashed potatoes, add a pinch or two of baking powder to the potatoes before whipping. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http

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2008-04-07 Thread steve doyle
Scrambled Make scrambled eggs fluffier by adding a little water before cooking. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmo

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2008-04-04 Thread steve doyle
"When defrosting a chest freezer,after removing the food, put a bowl of hot water inside and close the lid to help it defrost quicker." Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list

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2008-04-03 Thread steve doyle
To make soured cream: add one 5ml spoon of lemon juice to 150ml ( ¼ pint) of single cream, stir well and then leave to thicken. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archive

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2008-04-03 Thread steve doyle
To freeze sliced bread;- place greaseproof between the slices so that you can remove them without thawing the whole loaf. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at:

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2008-04-03 Thread steve doyle
To measure honey and syrups easily, use a metal spoon that has been dipped in hot water. Honey and syrups will not stick to a heated spoon. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More

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2008-04-02 Thread steve doyle
If your ice cream is frozen solid and difficult to dish out, microwave it for about thirty seconds and you will find that it is much easier to dish out. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recip

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2008-04-02 Thread steve doyle
Keep the linings from cereal boxes~they make great substitutes for waxed paper! Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore

[RecipesAndMore] TIP FOR KEEPING ASPARAGUS FRESH:

2008-02-24 Thread steve doyle
TIP FOR KEEPING ASPARAGUS FRESH: Keep fresh asparagus clean, cold and covered. Trim the stem end about 1/4 inch and wash in warm water several times. Pat dry and place in moisture-proof wrapping. Refrigerate and use within 2 or 3 days for best quality. To maintain freshnes

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2008-02-21 Thread steve doyle
Celery stored with bread will keep it longer. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40googlegroups.com/ Visit the g

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2008-02-21 Thread steve doyle
Cheese: Store cheese with 2 or 3 sugar lumps to prevent mould. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40googlegroups

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2008-02-21 Thread steve doyle
Do you have fruit in your kitchen that's ripening quicker than you can eat it? Puree it and use in smoothies or as a topping for ice cream, pancakes or waffles. You can also freeze the puréed fruit in a plastic freezer zipper bag and use it at a future date. Good friends are hard to find, ha

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2008-02-21 Thread steve doyle
Don't throw out leftover coffee. Freeze it in ice cube trays, and when you don't want to make an entire pot, you can get your cubes out of the freezer and pop them in the microwave. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~--

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2008-02-18 Thread steve doyle
Reheating refrigerated bread To warm biscuits, pancakes, or muffins that were refrigerated, place them in a microwave with a cup of water. The increased moisture will keep the food moist and help it reheat faster. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~-

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2008-02-16 Thread steve doyle
Dull silverware? use a damp cloth to apply a paste of corn- starch and water to your dull silverware. Let dry, rub off with a soft rag and watch it shine! Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Acces

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2008-02-12 Thread delma bliss
Swimmer's Ear The build up of moisture in the ear canal is known as 'swimmer's ear' & when aggravated by the presence of bacteria, it can cause extreme itchiness & pain. Keeping the ear free of water helps dramatically so, every time you come out of the pool, shower or bath, train a hair drye

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2008-02-05 Thread Sandra Warren
Oh, that would be a terrific idea, and no more doggie odor, not that it's bad, but cinnamon smells better! - Original Message - From: steve doyle To: RecipesAndMore@googlegroups.com Sent: Tuesday, February 05, 2008 6:34 AM Subject: [Bulk] [RecipesAndMore] TIP T

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2008-02-05 Thread steve doyle
Toss a cinnamon stick inside your vacuum cleaner bag to prevent musty smells. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesand

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2008-02-04 Thread steve doyle
To minimise odours in your fridge, remove top from box of baking soda and place it on one of the shelves. From time to time stir contents. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ Access the Recipes And More

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2008-02-03 Thread steve doyle
If you have any empty trigger spray bottles handy, rinse out, and put a good squirt of Domestos (household bleach) in with a small squirt of Fairy liquid (hand dishwashing liquid), and you have the best all round cleaner. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget

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