Heather says: I can’t believe it has been four months since I flew to San Francisco for the Method Summit where I was able to meet the people behind the Method brand. Not only did I have a wonderful time, but I also got to learn about the mission, goals, and ideology that make the …
Heather says: File this one under, “Sometimes I really wish I had a normal 9-5 job so I could keep the days of the week straight.” You know how on Sundays the chore chart reminds everyone to check their schedules? I forgot. This means I completely spaced, until five minutes ago, that I have jury …
Heather says: Wow, this week flew by and I’m going to blame the mid-week holiday. I hope you and yours had a wonderful Fourth and for those of you across the pond and elsewhere, I simply hope you had a pleasant week. (I was going to say summer, but I know some of you are …
Dear Home-Ec 101, It’s summertime, and the local Farmer’s Market has an abundance of beautiful fruits and veggies. The problem is I don’t have very many “side item”/veggie/fruit recipes in my recipe repertoire, so I go to the farmer’s market, admire the selection, sniff the air, buy some peaches and tomatoes and leave with the …
*** Post-Harvey/Pre-Irma 2017 Update: This post has been getting a lot of traffic as people get ready for the upcoming storm. You are thinking ahead, and that is smart. The Aquapodkit is still my best recommendation for hurricane prep that doesn’t take up your entire storage area. The WaterBob is rising in price as the …
Dear Home-Ec 101, HELP! We tried dried black beans and mistakenly added salt, seasonings, and wine after soaking, and the beans are not getting tender even after hours of cooking.Are there any fixes for tough beans you know of? Thanks in advance,Chewy in Chesterfield Dear Chewy in Chesterfield: Despite what you have been told, salting …
Heather says: As you know, Home-Ec101.com works with Q-tips®. Did you know that Q-tips® cotton swabs do a lot of good? This summer Q-tips® cotton swabs brand is donating 1 Million Q-tips® cotton swabs to 3 charities that can use them daily – Operation Gratitude for care packages, Ronald McDonald House of New York for arts …
Bobbie says: Am I the only one who thinks a summer cookout just doesn’t seem right without potato salad? Whether you’re planning a barbecue for July Fourth Independence Day here in the States or planning a small family picnic, this easy potato salad recipe will round out the menu nicely. I had a fear of making …
Dear Home Ec 101, After doing yard work this weekend, my dear husband has poison ivy. What is the best way to launder his clothes and keep the resin from spreading through the laundry? Signed, Trying to Contain the Irritant Heather says: You’re in luck! Removing poison ivy from clothing isn’t that difficult, you just need …
Dear Home-Ec 101, I have made good lemon cake. Problem is it’s too sour. Any sauce I can use that complements lemon cake? I am from South Africa. Thank you. Signed, Tart in Tembisa Heather says: Thank you for writing in, I love hearing from Home-Eccers all over the world. I have a good …