Need a Salt Substitute?

Written by tips and tricks on January 31st, 2012 in Cooking, Tips & Tricks.

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Need a Salt Substitute?

  • Make this: Combine 5 teaspoons of onion powder; 1 tablespoon each of paprika, garlic powder and dry mustard; 1 teaspoon of thyme; 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper; 1/2 teaspoon of celery seed. Mix and put into a clean dry spice jar. Store in a cool dry spot.

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If Your Car Makes a Screeching Sound

Written by tips and tricks on January 22nd, 2012 in Car, Tips & Tricks.

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If Your Car Makes a Screeching Sound

  • Car experts say this might mean you have a worn drive belt or another belt might be loose. Get this checked out by a mechanic and fixed as soon as possible.

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Saving Money on Napkins

Written by tips and tricks on December 27th, 2011 in Saving, Tips & Tricks.

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Saving Money on Napkins

  • Instead of buying paper napkins, look for white sales and buy cheap cloth napkins, washcloths or finger towels that you can use for family meals.

Klipfiti – Graffitis: Humor and Irony

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French Toast Yummy Add-ons

Written by tips and tricks on November 28th, 2011 in Cooking, Tips & Tricks.

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French Toast Yummy Add-ons

  • Mix some chocolate syrup into the egg coating. Or, drizzle a mixture of maple and chocolate syrups over cooked French toast just before serving.

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Preventing Rodents from Getting Inside

Written by tips and tricks on November 10th, 2011 in General, Tips & Tricks.

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Preventing Rodents from Getting Inside

  • Instead of applying chemicals or poisons, use large amounts of steel wool to stuff around any cracks near water or gas pipes. Check those under your sinks too. This really works.

Mexican Recipes

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Perking Up Gravy

Written by tips and tricks on November 2nd, 2011 in Cooking, Tips & Tricks.

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Perking Up Gravy

  • Try these to give your gravy a new zip: add a tablespoon of Worcestershire or soy sauce. Also you can sprinkle a bit of paprika into the gravy when it boils to thicken.

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Prevent Mixer Splattering

Written by tips and tricks on October 29th, 2011 in Cooking, Tips & Tricks.

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Prevent Mixer Splattering

  • Run the mixer on Slow until the ingredients are blended. Gradually increase until you reach the right beating speed.

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Make Shower Wall Cleaning Easier

Written by tips and tricks on October 27th, 2011 in Cleaning, Tips & Tricks.

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Make Shower Wall Cleaning Easier

  • If the walls need a good scrubbing, first run the shower at its hottest temperature. The steam will help to loosen dirt, which will make scrubbing less work.

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Baking a Friendship Cake

Written by tips and tricks on October 23rd, 2011 in General, Tips & Tricks.

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Baking a Friendship Cake

  • If you are having a special family celebration, ask each guest to bake a small square of cake using a favorite recipe with personalized icing.  The host will then piece all the squares together for a friendship cake.

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Fleas in the Carpet?

Written by tips and tricks on October 12th, 2011 in Cleaning, Pets, Tips & Tricks.

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Fleas in the Carpet?

  • Your pet probably is the cause and using your vacuum is the best way to remove them. Vacuum often if you have this problem. After a flea treatment on your pet, go over the carpet ASAP because they may be jumping off into it.

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