A Personal Touch: Reindeer Noses
Friday, November 30, 2012
Stacked Hot Chocolate Snowman - Gift Idea
Stacked Hot Chocolate Snowman
As posted by Everything Holiday on Facebook
As posted by Everything Holiday on Facebook
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Light Bulb Snowman Ornament - Christmas Craft
Light Bulb Snowman Ornament
Upcyle a burned out lightbulb and rescue a snowman!
I do not know how they attached the twig arms, but you can leave them off. Roll a glue covered light bulb in glitter and then the rest is done in puff paints. Attach a hanger and you have a really cute ornament for the tree that would have ended up in the garbage.
Upcyle a burned out lightbulb and rescue a snowman!
I do not know how they attached the twig arms, but you can leave them off. Roll a glue covered light bulb in glitter and then the rest is done in puff paints. Attach a hanger and you have a really cute ornament for the tree that would have ended up in the garbage.
A Very Cool Way to Give Money as a Gift
Instead of giving a check or a gift card in a card, here is a pretty neat way to give someone money as a gift.
I do not know who to credit for this picture.
I do not know who to credit for this picture.
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Snowman Made From Fishbowls
You can make this totally cool Snowman by stacking fishbowls. Really cute!
I don't know the source, if I did I would give them credit.
I don't know the source, if I did I would give them credit.
Monday, November 26, 2012
Apple Stamp Tote - gift idea!
Use fruit or vegetables as stamps!
Wouldn't this make a cute teachers gift?
http://www.kokokokids.ru/2011/01/blog-post_17.html
Wouldn't this make a cute teachers gift?
http://www.kokokokids.ru/2011/01/blog-post_17.html
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Pinecone Gnome
Pinecone Gnome
http://www.bhg.com/christmas/ornaments/make-a-trio-of-pinecone-gnome-ornaments/
Better Homes and Gardens
http://www.bhg.com/christmas/ornaments/make-a-trio-of-pinecone-gnome-ornaments/
Better Homes and Gardens
Wine Bottle Lamp - Gift Idea!
This is one of the gifts I made for Christmas to give. It is nice to sit on a kitchen counter or a bar. You can use a wine bottle or any glass container. A friend of mine did it with glass blocks. Use a drill bit that is made for glass or ceramic (big enough to put the lights through) and then a string of lights. Super easy and frugal!
Chocolate Dipped Pretzels - Gift Idea
This is a super easy treat or gift to make. Simply dip pretzel rods into a melted bark and roll in the goodies you would like.
Lay them out on a non-stick cookie sheet and pop them in the fridge until they are firm.
by: Baking Hot Christmas
Lay them out on a non-stick cookie sheet and pop them in the fridge until they are firm.
by: Baking Hot Christmas
Saturday, November 24, 2012
Create your bubble gum machine - Gift Idea
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Create your bubble gum machine in Crafts for babies, kids and adults parties
Create your bubble gum machine in Crafts for babies, kids and adults parties
Friday, November 23, 2012
Leftover Cranberry Sauce Muffins - The Hazel BloomThe Hazel Bloom
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Leftover Cranberry Sauce Muffins - The Hazel BloomThe Hazel Bloom
The Hazel Bloom
Leftover Cranberry Sauce Muffins - The Hazel BloomThe Hazel Bloom
The Hazel Bloom
No Food Left Behind: Turkey Gumbo Soup
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No Food Left Behind: Turkey Gumbo Soup
No Food Left Behind
No Food Left Behind: Turkey Gumbo Soup
No Food Left Behind
Leftovers: Transform your mashed potatoes into pancakes
Leftovers: Transform your mashed potatoes into pancakes
I must admit that I could eat leftover mashed potatoes for days. An extra dribble of moisture (water, milk, gravy), a little spin in the microwave and I am good to go. However, I do realize that there are other folks out there who possess slightly more elevated palates. They want something more than mashed potatoes for days after Thanksgiving. For those folks, I suggest turning those mashed taters into cakes.
The sibling of latke, these potato pancakes are creamy on the inside and crisp on the outside. Search for mashed potato pancakes on the internet and you'll get a vast assortment of recipes. My favorite way to do it includes a couple of beaten eggs for binding, a few tablespoons of flour for extra texture and some finely diced onion or chives for a bit of extra flavor. You can also stir in some shredded cheese if you to give them added flavor (Parmesan cheese is excellent in mashed potato pancakes). After the jump you'll find my favorite recipe, which originally comes from Sara Moulton's Cooking Live show.
Mashed Potato Pancakes
from Cooking Live with Sara Moulton
2 cups mashed potatoes
1 large egg, beaten lightly
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
11/2 tablespoons grated onion
2 tablespoons chives
Salt and pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
In a bowl combine well the potatoes and the egg, stir in the flour thoroughly, and stir in the onion, chives, and salt and pepper, to taste.
In a large heavy skillet, heat 1/8-inch of the oil over moderately high heat until it is hot but not smoking. Fry heaping tablespoons of the potato mixture, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon, for 1 minute on each side, or until they are golden brown. Transfer the pancakes as they are cooked to paper towels to drain and if desired, keep them warm on a rack set on a baking sheet in a preheated 250 degree oven.
Read more: http://www.slashfood.com/2007/11/20/transform-your-mashed-potatoes-into-pancakes/#ixzz2D4cw2pJK
I must admit that I could eat leftover mashed potatoes for days. An extra dribble of moisture (water, milk, gravy), a little spin in the microwave and I am good to go. However, I do realize that there are other folks out there who possess slightly more elevated palates. They want something more than mashed potatoes for days after Thanksgiving. For those folks, I suggest turning those mashed taters into cakes.
The sibling of latke, these potato pancakes are creamy on the inside and crisp on the outside. Search for mashed potato pancakes on the internet and you'll get a vast assortment of recipes. My favorite way to do it includes a couple of beaten eggs for binding, a few tablespoons of flour for extra texture and some finely diced onion or chives for a bit of extra flavor. You can also stir in some shredded cheese if you to give them added flavor (Parmesan cheese is excellent in mashed potato pancakes). After the jump you'll find my favorite recipe, which originally comes from Sara Moulton's Cooking Live show.
Mashed Potato Pancakes
from Cooking Live with Sara Moulton
2 cups mashed potatoes
1 large egg, beaten lightly
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
11/2 tablespoons grated onion
2 tablespoons chives
Salt and pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
In a bowl combine well the potatoes and the egg, stir in the flour thoroughly, and stir in the onion, chives, and salt and pepper, to taste.
In a large heavy skillet, heat 1/8-inch of the oil over moderately high heat until it is hot but not smoking. Fry heaping tablespoons of the potato mixture, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon, for 1 minute on each side, or until they are golden brown. Transfer the pancakes as they are cooked to paper towels to drain and if desired, keep them warm on a rack set on a baking sheet in a preheated 250 degree oven.
Read more: http://www.slashfood.com/2007/11/20/transform-your-mashed-potatoes-into-pancakes/#ixzz2D4cw2pJK
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Leftover Turkey Crescent Bake
Leftover Turkey Crescent Bake
Leftover Turkey Crescent Bake
This easy casserole is so delicious, you may find
yourself making turkey 'n all the trimmings just to get the leftovers to make
it!
| Prep Time: 5 Min |
| Total Time: 30 Min |
| Makes: 6 |
INGREDIENTS:
2
cups prepared stuffing
1 1/2
cups cubed cooked turkey
1/2
cup turkey gravy
1
can (8 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls or 1
can (8 oz) Pillsbury® Crescent Recipe Creations® refrigerated seamless dough
sheet
1
cup cranberry sauce
DIRECTIONS:
- In 3-quart saucepan, mix stuffing, turkey and gravy. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Spoon into ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish.
- Separate or cut dough into 4 long rectangles (if using crescent rolls, press perforations to seal). Place rectangles over stuffing, leaving space between rectangles for steam to escape.
- Bake at 375°F 20 to 25 minutes. Top with cranberry sauce
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Olive Garden Salad Dressing (CopyKat)
Olive Garden Salad Dressing (CopyKat)
by: When the Dinner Bell Rings
Ingredients
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
by: When the Dinner Bell Rings
Ingredients
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoon corn syrup
2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoon Romano cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt, or one clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes
1 tablespoon lemon juice
sugar (optional)
Instructions
Place all ingredients in a blender until well mixed. If this is a little too tart for your own personal taste, add a little extra sugar. You can enjoy your Olive Garden salad dressing for about 10 days if stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Another great use for the Olive Garden salad dressing is as a marinade for vegetables or even meats that you might like to grill. So you can see the Olive Garden salad dressing can be used in more than one way.
2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoon Romano cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt, or one clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes
1 tablespoon lemon juice
sugar (optional)
Instructions
Place all ingredients in a blender until well mixed. If this is a little too tart for your own personal taste, add a little extra sugar. You can enjoy your Olive Garden salad dressing for about 10 days if stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Another great use for the Olive Garden salad dressing is as a marinade for vegetables or even meats that you might like to grill. So you can see the Olive Garden salad dressing can be used in more than one way.
Monday, November 19, 2012
Crock On Cookbook - by Stacy Myers
If you would like to purchase a copy of Stacy's book, there is a box at the top right side of my blogs homepage. Just click to purchase!!
If you want 40 brand new, never-published recipes, straight from my crock pot to yours, you’re in the right place. For only $5 you can download my new eBook – Crock On! In it, you will find:
- 40 all-original slow cooker recipes, from soups to desserts, and everything in between
- high quality photos of every recipe
- step-by-step instructions
- reviews for every recipe by people who tested the dish
FAQ
Why is it only a “semi-whole foods” cookbook?Most of the recipes would satisfy even a hardcore foodie. Nonetheless, in some recipes you will find an ingredient or two that may not quite meet the traditional definition of “whole foods” (i.e. soy sauce, hominy, etc.).
Do you use a bunch of strange or hard-to-find ingredients?
Not at all. Just about all the ingredients can be found in your local grocery store and many things you’ll already have in your pantry.
How can I get the book?
It is an e-book, so you can download it here or by clicking any of the purchase links throughout this page. When you check out, you’ll get an email from us with a unique download code for the file.
Can I get a printed version of the book?
Yes. Download a copy and print it yourself. Okay, just kidding. For now, to keep costs low, this will be a digital version only. You will receive a .pdf file, so you will be able to print as much or as little of the book and the recipes as you like from the file you will receive.
Can I see some of the recipes that are in the book?
Sure! You can see a complete list of the recipes here.
Give me an example. Can I see a sample from the book?
No problem. My readers voted and said they wanted to see my recipe for Cheesy Sausage Potatoes (click to download a .pdf straight from the book).
Crock On! A Semi-Whole Foods Slow Cooker Cookbook
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Apple for the Teacher - Gift Idea
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http://krokotak.com/2011/09/yabalki-ot-plastmasovi-butilki/
http://krokotak.com/2011/09/yabalki-ot-plastmasovi-butilki/
Under The Table and Dreaming: Lemon Sugar Hand Scrub {for Mom}
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Under The Table and Dreaming: Lemon Sugar Hand Scrub {for Mom}
Under The Table and Dreaming: Lemon Sugar Hand Scrub {for Mom}
Friday, November 16, 2012
Frugal Living: Teacher Emergency Kit - MoneySavingQueen - August 2011
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Frugal Living: Teacher Emergency Kit - MoneySavingQueen - August 2011
Frugal Living: Teacher Emergency Kit - MoneySavingQueen - August 2011
White Trash Christmas Candy | RecipeLion.com
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White Trash Christmas Candy | RecipeLion.com
White Trash Christmas Candy | RecipeLion.com
How to Make a PVC Soccer Goal - I Can Teach My Child!
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How to Make a PVC Soccer Goal - I Can Teach My Child!
How to Make a PVC Soccer Goal - I Can Teach My Child!
Make It: Ribbon Blanket for Baby - I Can Teach My Child!
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Make It: Ribbon Blanket for Baby - I Can Teach My Child!
Make It: Ribbon Blanket for Baby - I Can Teach My Child!
Easy Tutorials ~ Hand Painted Or Rhinestone Canvas Tote Bag
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Easy Tutorials ~ Hand Painted Or Rhinestone Canvas Tote Bag
by Moms Confession
Easy Tutorials ~ Hand Painted Or Rhinestone Canvas Tote Bag
by Moms Confession
Herbal Culinary Infusions « The Mountain Rose Blog
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Herbal Culinary Infusions « The Mountain Rose Blog
Make Infused Oils, Infused Butters and Infused Salt.
Herbal Culinary Infusions « The Mountain Rose Blog
Make Infused Oils, Infused Butters and Infused Salt.
Make Your Own Gel Air Fresheners | One Good Thing by Jillee
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Make Your Own Gel Air Fresheners | One Good Thing by Jillee
Make Your Own Gel Air Fresheners | One Good Thing by Jillee
Homemade Dominoes « Make the Best of Everything
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Homemade Dominoes « Make the Best of Everything
Homemade Dominoes « Make the Best of Everything
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Wednesday, November 14, 2012
The Make Your Own Zone Homemade Furniture Dusting Spray - The Make Your Own Zone
Homemade Furniture Dusting Spray
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The Make Your Own Zone Homemade Furniture Dusting Spray - The Make Your Own Zone
The Make Your Own Zone
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The Make Your Own Zone Homemade Furniture Dusting Spray - The Make Your Own Zone
The Make Your Own Zone
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Simple Shower and Tub Cleaner
Simple Shower and Tub Cleaner
Not only are the ingredients so simple, but for me, the idea of using a dish
wand was brilliant, since I'm usually a more tedious "spray and wipe
cleaner."
All you have to do is fill a dish wand with half vinegar and half Dawn dish liquid. Before you use it the first time, make sure you keep the wand upright so the liquid doesn't leak out. It's so simple to run a little water in the shower, and then scrub it down with the dish wand, rinse it well, and then take your shower.
http://www.joyfulhomemaking.com/2012/08/simple-shower-and-tub-cleaner.html
All you have to do is fill a dish wand with half vinegar and half Dawn dish liquid. Before you use it the first time, make sure you keep the wand upright so the liquid doesn't leak out. It's so simple to run a little water in the shower, and then scrub it down with the dish wand, rinse it well, and then take your shower.
http://www.joyfulhomemaking.com/2012/08/simple-shower-and-tub-cleaner.html
Monday, November 5, 2012
KFC Secret Spice Mix
KFC Secret Spice Mix
1 tablespoon rosemary
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon powdered sage
1 teaspoon powdered ginger
When the Dinner Bell Rings
1 tablespoon rosemary
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon powdered sage
1 teaspoon powdered ginger
1 teaspoon marjoram
1 ½ teaspoon thyme
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons dry minced parsley
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
2 tablespoons garlic salt
2 tablespoons onion salt
2 tablespoons powdered chicken bouillon; or 4 cubes mashed
1 package Lipton tomato cup of soup mix
There are actually 11 spices in the above combination, but an additional 3 ingredients were necessary to derive that special flavor. Place all ingredients in blender with on/off speed for 3 to 4 minutes to pulverize, or rub through a fine strainer. Store in an airtight container so it will not lose potency. To use with flour, add 1 ounce of the mix to 1 cup of flour for coating chicken.
1 ½ teaspoon thyme
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons dry minced parsley
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
2 tablespoons garlic salt
2 tablespoons onion salt
2 tablespoons powdered chicken bouillon; or 4 cubes mashed
1 package Lipton tomato cup of soup mix
There are actually 11 spices in the above combination, but an additional 3 ingredients were necessary to derive that special flavor. Place all ingredients in blender with on/off speed for 3 to 4 minutes to pulverize, or rub through a fine strainer. Store in an airtight container so it will not lose potency. To use with flour, add 1 ounce of the mix to 1 cup of flour for coating chicken.
When the Dinner Bell Rings
Saturday, November 3, 2012
Wrap celery, broccoli, and lettuce
Wrap celery, broccoli, and lettuce in tin foil before storing in the fridge.
It'll stay crisp for 4 weeks or more.
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