Ivy says: On one hand, I hate cleaning toilets because it’s gross (especially with 2 boys and a grown up man in the house). On the other hand, they always clean up so nicely and I’m pleased when I’m finished. So, no, I wouldn’t say cleaning toilets is the worst household chore. It is something …
Heather says: The kitchen is often the heart of the home. Meals that nourish the body are prepared in here and should be created in a clean setting. Our lives are so busy, it is hard enough to cook in a clean kitchen, the idea of trying to put together a meal in a dirty …
Dear Home Ec 101: What would be the top 20 or so things that every kitchen must have? ~Going Gadgetless in Gainesville Heather says: I am not a huge fan of gadgets, but I will gladly list of what I feel any home cook needs to be able to easily prepare meals for a family. …
Heather says: I use my oven to fry bacon. The thick cut bacon our family prefers takes between 12 and 15 minutes at 425°F. Even if I only need a few pieces I fry an entire cookie sheet, rather than waste electricity. The extras I drain, then wrap loosely in a papertowel and store either …
Heather says: No matter what time you call, banks, utilities, and credit companies will be experiencing a “higher than usual volume.” Plan accordingly.
Dear Home-Ec 101, Help! I need a system for bills. I need to get them paid on time and not lose them once they enter my home! Signed, In the dark Ivy says: Paying bills is a pain in the behind, but it’s even worse if you don’t have a good system. For years, there …
Heather says: Adding a pinch of cinnamon to coffee grounds before brewing will cut the bitterness often associated with cheaper brands.
Heather says: The phone never rings until you: take a nap, use the restroom, or hop in the shower.
Heather says: I searched high and low. I tried at least a dozen recipes people swear were from their Grandma and now I have it. This is the one I recommend to biscuit novices. This is my choice for those who are scared of rolling pins and feel unsure about kneading Basic biscuits: 2 cups …
Heather says: Tired of plain tuna salad sandwiches for lunch? Try substituting cream cheese for half or all of the mayonnaise. Add crunch with diced celery or pickles. Add more protein for pennies with a diced hard boiled egg. Bored with dill? Try a pinch of basil. Really want to liven it up? Tuna melts …