Monthly Archives: March 2010

Care of Wooden Kitchen Utensils

Wooden Utensils are inexpensive, won't transfer heat, non-toxic, durable, non-stick, and beautiful when taken care of properly. You can get wooden cutting boards, rolling pins, spoons, dough paddles, and pancake turners and they should all be seasoned properly before use. All you need is an oil that won't go rancid, a paper towel or piece of wax [...]
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Easy light and flaky biscuits with gravy!

The best part about these biscuits (besides the taste) is no cutting in butter or shortening!  The dough comes together in just a few minutes and no purchased mix is required.  My 8 year old son exclaimed, "Wow Mom! Everyone in the world should try this recipe." 2 cups unbleached flour (I used the ultra wheat [...]
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100% Whole Grain Wheat and Oat Bread

I created this recipe this evening to use up a lot of sour milk.  The bread is gorgeous and tasty.   This recipe makes 3 short loaves or 2 tall ones.  I formed two of my loaves into cinnamon rolls instead of loaves, yum! 2 1/4 cups sour milk (I am blessed to have raw milk. If you can't get [...]
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Frugal Easter Ideas: Part 2

Easter is a good time to plan a spring and summer wardrobe.  Traditionally on Easter Sunday a new dress or suit is worn to symbolize new life in Christ.  By keeping these outfits simple, you'll have something to wear to church all through the summer.  Here's a free tutorial for an adorable dress made from an adult [...]
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Affordable Cashemere

I love taking something out of style or damaged in an area and making something new.  Cashmere sweaters can be found at second hand stores for just a few dollars and most cost over $100 new!  I like to wait for a sale day to shop for mine and get them at half price. Here's [...]
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Chunky canned soups aren't normally frugal for a large family like mine, but a few inexpensive additions make this a fast meal that is healthier and much less expensive than the $1 menu. 2 cans chunky chicken soup ($1 each on sale) 1 can green beans with juice ($.33) 1 can corn with juice ($.33) [...]
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Frugal Easter Ideas Part 1

Does it bother you around Easter time to spend a mint on toys that will clutter up your house, then be broken and tossed aside in a few days, treats to rot your children's teeth and send them into headache and irritability zone?  Here are some frugal ideas to help keep your holiday simple but meaningful. [...]
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