Archive Monthly Archives: May 2010

No Waste Fresh Apple Cider

I discovered this purely by accident. I was simmering down some apples in my crock pot to make apple pie filling. I put them on low and left. When I came back I noticed that I had put way too much water on them so I just caught the apples in a slotted spoon and […]

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Gluten Free Need Help Again

I have a earlier request here about gluten free and got a lot of help. The problem is I just found out I am allergic to xanthan gum and was told not to use guar gum either. Does anyone know what I can use to replace these to ingredients with when I bake gluten free. […]

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Gummy Tee Shirt

I’ve tried to remove gum from a favourite tee shirt using the ice cube method and scraping with a flat knife that wouldn’t cut fabric. I only succeeding in spreading the gum. Any tips on whether I can save this shirt? Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost […]

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Squirrel-Proof My Garden

Every year I plant a garden but never get to enjoy much of it. Our neighborhood is infested with squirrels. Does anyone know any tricks that work to keep them from eating my food? Thanks!! Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a […]

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Frugal Pet Stain Remover

I am the mother of 2 small dogs. I love them to death but my carpets have suffered many an over-excited puppy mess. I tried a couple of the expensive store-bought remedies and they worked some but the stain and some of the odor stayed and attracted the dogs back to the same area. Not […]

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Shogun Salad Dressing Recipe Needed

My daughter loves the salad dressing from Shogun Japanese Steakhouse, and will barely eat a salad without it. You can buy it from them, but it’s very expensive. All the recipes I found online do not come out anywhere close. Has anyone figured out how to make this salad dressing? The Hillbilly Housewife Recommends:  Secret […]

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Frugal Citrus Fabric Softener

I hate the heaviness of plain fabric softener so I make my own. I use one whole jug of vinegar and I peel the rind off of two huge oranges. I love that smell of citrus. You cut into strips to tuck in jug and then I set it aside for two weeks. This is […]

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Freezing Rhubarb Pie

I have a friend who wants me to provide rhubarb pies for a late summer gathering (Post fresh rhubarb season). I know from past experience that frozen rhubarb is great for cakes and muffins, but does not make good pies. I have never frozen a rhubarb pie (or any pie) before. I’m afraid if I […]

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