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Posted in in the kitchen on Jan 30th, 2010
I tried this recipe from The Prudent Homemaker and absolutely loved it! I have made them several times and they have always been super delicious. I hope you enjoy them!
Makes 16 large bagels
Dough:
3 Cups warm water (between 105-110 degrees F)
4 Tbsp yeast
¼ cup sugar
5 tsp salt
7 cups All-Purpose Flour
In a large mixing bowl, pour [...]
Posted in in the kitchen, natural, green, & healthy on Jan 29th, 2010
It took me a while to find something that would work be a natural and cheaper replacement for our dishwasher. We have been using Finish Power Tabs since we moved into our house – and they did a great job making our dishes clean. But at the fabulous Costco price of 14.99 for 110 loads, [...]
Posted in in the kitchen on Jan 29th, 2010
We used to cook meals once a month or every several months and store them in the freezer. However, I have since changed to making meals every night for better flavor and texture. However, I have several kitchen tasks to be completed this weekend during the Once a Month Cooking event with Money Saving Mom. [...]
Posted in in the kitchen on Jan 28th, 2010
2 c. cottage cheese
1 c. sour cream
1 egg, lightly beaten
3/4 t. salt
garlic salt and pepper to taste
2 c. cheddar cheese
7 oz. pasta whole grain, cooked and drained
In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, sour cream, egg, salt, garlic salt, and pepper. Add cheddar cheese; mix well. Add macaroni and stir until coated. Transfer to a [...]
Posted in in the kitchen on Jan 28th, 2010
½ c + 6 T. butter, softened
¾ c. firmly packed brown sugar
½ c. sugar
2 eggs
1 t. vanilla
1 ½ c. flour
1 t. baking soda
1 t. ground cinnamon
½ t. salt
3 c. oats
1 c. raisins
Heat oven to 350. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugars on medium speed until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla; beat well. Add [...]