Home gardening offers ways to trim grocery costs [Survival Today, an on going thread]

Dallas News.com ^ | March 14th, 2008 | DEAN FOSDICK

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Americans finding soaring food prices hard to stomach can battle back by growing their own food. [Click image for a larger version] Dean Fosdick Dean Fosdick

Home vegetable gardens appear to be booming as a result of the twin movements to eat local and pinch pennies.

At the Southeastern Flower Show in Atlanta this winter, D. Landreth Seed Co. of New Freedom, Pa., sold three to four times more seed packets than last year, says Barb Melera, president. "This is the first time I've ever heard people say, 'I can grow this more cheaply than I can buy it in the supermarket.' That's a 180-degree turn from the norm."

Roger Doiron, a gardener and fresh-food advocate from Scarborough, Maine, said he turned $85 worth of seeds into more than six months of vegetables for his family of five.

A year later, he says, the family still had "several quarts of tomato sauce, bags of mixed vegetables and ice-cube trays of pesto in the freezer; 20 heads of garlic, a five-gallon crock of sauerkraut, more homegrown hot-pepper sauce than one family could comfortably eat in a year and three sorts of squash, which we make into soups, stews and bread."

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She compares the current period of market uncertainty with that of the early- to mid-20th century when the concept of victory gardens became popular.

"A lot of companies during the world wars and the Great Depression era encouraged vegetable gardening as a way of addressing layoffs, reduced wages and such," she says. "Some companies, like U.S. Steel, made gardens available at the workplace. Railroads provided easements they'd rent to employees and others for gardening."

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http://www.backyardgardener.com/herb/index.html

Herb Gardening
Picture provided by Thymegarden.com!

Articles ::
Common Herbs ::
How To ::
“Herb Plants for sale”

Articles
Herbs Grown By Seed

How To
Planting Herbs In A Container
Planting Into Landscape Fabric
Planting Mint In The Garden

Common Name Herbs

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http://www.backyardgardener.com/advice/index.html

Information to help you understand the most about your garden

Fruit and vegetables
Flower garden
Trees, shrubs and hedges
Glasshouse, conservatory and houseplants
Lawns and meadows
Containers and garden structures
Ponds
Weeds
Propagation and planting
Pruning
Environmental problems

Continues, with links to anything that you can think of asking about a plant, pot, or type of?
granny

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Garden Research:

http://www.psrseed.com/gardenresearch.html

http://www.pioneer-net.com/psr/seedcatalog.html

http://www.psrseed.com/

Online Garden Seeds

This is the garden seed listing. If you would like the Online Credit Card Version click here.

Click on a link below to go to the page with the named vegetable varieties listed.

Perennial Grains and Annual Grains (rye, sorghum, triticale, wheat)
Amaranth, Artichoke, Asparagus, Beans, Beets
Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots
Corn, Dill, Eggplant, Epazote, Fennel, Herbs, Kale
Kohlrabi, Lambsquarter, Lettuce, Melon, Mustard, Onion, Pea
Okra, Parsnip, Pepper, Radish, Rutabaga, Spinach, Squash, Sunflower, Swiss Chard
Early Ripening Tomatoes
Main Season Tomatoes, Beefsteak Tomatoes and Colored Tomatoes
Cherry Tomatoes, Giant Roma Tomatoes, Flowers, Flax

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http://www.earthlypursuits.com/GardenTips/GardenTips.htm

old-fashioned garden tips/tricks INDEX

Index of tips
Vegetable Tips
Making Pumpkins Grow Fast - 1918
Early Cucumbers and Melons - 1888
Substitute for Bean Poles - 1888
Get a Second Growth of Cabbage - 1945

Organic Insect & Weed Control Tips
Potato Juice as an Insect Destroyer - 1888
Weeds on Gravel Walks - 1888
Tomato Leaves a Remedy for the Curculio - 1888
Eggshells for slugs, snails, caterpillars

Miscellaneous Tips
Driving Nails Into Hard Wood - 1888
To Clean an Old Roof - 1888
To Render Wood Uninflammable - 1888

HANDY DEVICES
Moving Large Tree 1919
Shade for Poultry Yard (Trellis)- 1919
Water Heater and Food Cooker - 1919
Window Stand for Seed Boxes - 1919

How To Plan A Garden Right - 2005

Old-fashioned tips, tricks, wisdom and lore from the 18th-20th centuries. Taken from books, magazines, pamphlets and other writings.

Have you tried any of these? Do they work? Do you have any new-fangled tips, tricks, wisdom or lore you would be willing to share?

email your tips, tricks, wisdom and lore

Plant Care Articles at gardenplantcare.com
A collection of articles on different garden plants and how to take care of them.

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http://www.earthlypursuits.com/Food/Food.htm

Food:

Recipes and tips

Eggs:
How to Choose Eggs
To Tell Good Eggs and Keeping Eggs Fresh

Recipes:
Eggs A La Suisse

Pasta:
Recipes

Potatoes:
How to Cook

Potato Recipes
more Potato Recipes
Sweet Potato Recipes
more Sweet Potato Recipes

Poultry:
Easy, Moist & Tender Roast Turkey or Chicken

Sandwiches:
Sandwiches & Such

Tea:
Good, Strong, Cold and Sweet Tea

Vegetables:
Almost has a flavor canned Green Beans
Fried Carrots

Miscellaneous:
Cooking Terms & Tips

Household Weights & Measures
Principles
Table of Weights & Measures
Time Required for Cooking
Vegetables
Bread, Pastries, Puddings
Sea Foods, Game & Poultry
Beef, Pork, Lamb, Mutton, Veal,

Table of Proportions

Kitchen Tips

Rules for Eating

Eat the Best Food Possible

Food and Clothing in a Lifetime

Vintage Recipes from old Newspapers:
visit theoldentimes.com

Have a recipe or cooking tips and tricks you’d like to share? email your advice and recipe

Old-fashioned and some not so old-fashioned recipes and tips.

A lot of old recipes did not give exact quantities but relied on everyone knowing what a pinch, smidgeon and dollop were. It was also assumed that everyone knew what a hot oven or moderate oven meant.

I will try to explain the vague references in the recipes where I can.

For some new recipes, see Janelle Seavey’s Companion Planting articles
Kitchen Tips

Here is a tip from an old New England family:
“If the vegetable grows above the ground, do not cover the pot when cooking them.”
(Vegetables such as cauliflower, broccoli, beans or peas.)
Conversely,
“If the vegetable grows under the ground, cover the pot when cooking them.”
(Potatoes, beets, parsnips or onions.)

Anyone know why?

Bacon:
When you buy bacon and only plan to use 2 or 3 slices at a time, roll them together and fasten with a tooth pick and put in Zip Lock bag in freezer, then you only take out one roll. We don’t use a whole lot of bacon, but this is nice when you need 2 or 3 slices to top baked beans or spinach.

Lettuce:
Lettuce will keep 3-4 times longer in the refrigerator if you will wrap it in paper towels and then put it into a plastic produce bag. If your grocer has paper towels available, wrap it at the grocery store. This also helps other vegetables such as green onions, cucumbers, etc.

Cheese:
Remove outer plastic wrapper. Wrap cheese completely in paper towel. Store in zip-lock type bag. Separating the cheese from the plastic helps keep it free of mold longer.

Corn:
After removing husk and as many silks as you can, twist cob gently in your hands under cold running water. This will remove almost all the remaining silk.

Onions:
If you are only going to use part of an onion, cut off what you want to use from the top stem portion and peel just this part. Leave the skin and root end attached to the piece you want to store. Store in zip-lock type bag or glass jar in refrigerator. This keeps the onion from drying out although you may need to remove a very thin slice from the cut surface before using if it is stored for several days.

Boiled Eggs:
When eggs are cooked, remove from hot water, crack and let them sit in cold water for a few minutes. Gently rub egg between your hands to finish cracking. Shell should come off easily. (I just dump the eggs out of the hot water into the sink then throw them back into the pan hard enough to crack them and run cold water over them.)

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http://www.earthlypursuits.com/SeedCompanies.htm

Books - Seeds, Soil, Biodiversity

Books - Organic Gardening

Organic Seed Alliance http://www.seedalliance.org

Organic Seed Alliance, a nonprofit public charity, supports the ethical development and stewardship of the genetic resources of agricultural seed. We accomplish our goals through collaborative education and research programs with organic farmers and other seed professionals.

All these companies have signed the Safe Seed Pledge. A listing of other companies that have signed the pledge is available at Gene-Watch Org http://www.gene-watch.org/programs/safeseed/sourcebook.html .

THE SAFE SEED PLEDGE

Agriculture and seeds provide the basis upon which our lives depend. We must protect this foundation as a safe and genetically stable source for future generations. For the benefit of all farmers, gardeners and consumers who want an alternative,

we pledge that we do not knowingly buy or sell genetically engineered seeds or plants.

The mechanical transfer of genetic material outside of natural reproductive methods and between genera, families or kingdoms, poses great biological risks as well as economic, political, and cultural threats. We feel that genetically engineered varieties have been insufficiently tested prior to public release. More research and testing is necessary to further assess the potential risks of genetically engineered seeds. Further, we wish to support agricultural progress that leads to healthier soils, genetically diverse agricultural ecosystems and ultimately people and communities

Terriotorial Seed Company ( http://www.territorial-seed.com/ )
London Springs, Oregon

Organic research farm. Seeds and plants particularly adapted to the Pacific Northwest as well as other regions. Their print catalog contains a wealth of cultural information. Online and print catalogs.

Nichols Garden Nursery ( http://www.nicholsgardennursery.com/ )
Salem, Oregon

Family owned. Vegetable, herb, grass seeds. Bulk spices and teas, books, gardening supplies and more. Be sure to check out their Wedding Seeds if you or someone you know is having a wedding. Online and print catalogs.

Peters Seed and Research
( http://www.pioneer-net.com/psr/homepage.html ) - Myrtle Creek, Oregon
“...a small business that works hard to bring you good non-hybrid seeds and some of the finest and most unique varieties you’ve ever grown.” Located in Oregon. PSR has a variety of unique vegetable seeds particularly adapted to the Pacific Northwest and short season growing areas. Lots of extra early tomatoes. Unfortunately the website is difficult to read so I suggest requesting a print catalog. Online and print catalogs.

Seeds of Change ( http://seedsofchange.com )
Santa Fe, New Mexico

“As the original and largest 100% certified organic seed company, our mission is to make the profound rewards of organic gardening available to all, while preserving biodiversity and promoting sustainable organic agriculture.” Online and print catalogs.

Native Seeds/SEARCH ( http://www.nativeseeds.org/ )
Tucson, Arizona

“…a non-profit organization that seeks to preserve the crop seeds that connect Native American cultures to their lands. Through seed conservation and community interaction Native Seeds/SEARCH works to protect crop biodiversity and to celebrate cultural diversity.” Online and print catalog, membership

Seed Savers Exchange ( http://www.seedsavers.org/ )
Decorah, Iowa

“Seed Savers Exchange (SSE) is a nonprofit tax-exempt organization that is saving “heirloom” (handed-down) garden seeds from extinction. SSE’s 8,000 members grow and distribute heirloom varieties of vegetables, fruits and grains. SSE’s main focus is on heirloom varieties that gardeners and farmers brought to North America when their families immigrated, and traditional varieties grown by Native Americans, Mennonites and Amish. Since SSE was founded in 1975, our members have distributed an estimated 750,000 samples of endangered seeds not available through catalogs and often on the verge of extinction. SSE has always been the leader of the heirloom seed movement, and the diligent efforts of our members are making rare heirloom varieties available to gardeners everywhere.” Membership.

Abundant Life Seeds ( http://www.abundantlifeseed.com )
Saginaw, Oregon

Located inside our seed catalog are all of your favorite Abundant Life varieties - vegetable, flower, and herb seeds along with a great selection of garlic, seed potatoes, and live plants. All of which are 100% certified organic. We also have a wide selection of garden supplies to help your garden grow. Along with our products, you will find a tremendous amount of growing information including seed saving techniques.

The Thyme Garden ( http://www.thymegarden.com/ )
Alsea, Oregon

Family-owned. An amazing collection of organic herb seeds, everlasting seeds, live herb and flower plants, hops, bareroot perennials, dried herbs, essential oils, herb and spice blends and more. They also have tours and serve group luncheons. Online and print catalog.

John Scheeper’s Kitchen Garden Seeds
( http://www.kitchengardenseeds.com/ ) – Bantam, Connecticut

Vegetable, herb, edible and bouquet flower seeds. A delightful printed catalog with nice drawings, recipes and tips. Order online if you like, but be sure to request the print catalog.

Johnny’s Seeds - www.johnnyseeds.com - Albion, Maine

Great catalog. Since beginning in 1973 Johnny’s has served organic growers, both professional and amateur. We continue to carefully strengthen our range of organic seeds, as well as fertilizers and pesticides permitted by the USDA’s National Organic Program for use in organic production.

Wood Prairie Farm - www.woodprairie.com - Bridgewater, Maine
A beautiful selection of rainbow colored organically grown potatoes and certified seed potatoes. Also Gourmet Organic Gifts including a monthly potato club, potato patch kit, samplers, cheeses, grains, nuts, beans, dried fruit and winter vegetables. Also tips on growing potatoes organically and cooking them.

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Garden related links, several are good ones, includes a ‘greenhouse kit link’:

http://www.earthlypursuits.com/Links.htm

Names and meaning of names for many flowers:

http://www.earthlypursuits.com/FlwrsPer/FlwrSent.htm

Garden companions, a few, odd site:

http://www.earthlypursuits.com/Companions/CompanionPlanting.htm

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[I had to laugh at most of these recipes, the best and most foolproof biscuits that I have made over the years, were with self-rising flour, it is what I also use for pancakes, add vanilla to the recipe for pancakes .....and cheaper and better than the tube biscuits...to my taste.

When we moved to Wellton, Bill took a job with a well driller, to learn and earn money, fine, except the boss woke us up at 4 am and invited himself to breakfast too.....at which I made biscuits. [Every morning]

Finally one morning he showed up with a sack of self rising flour and suggested that I learn how to really make biscuits.

He was right.

He also pulled out in the middle of the night, owing Bill and Scott a months wages, to never be seen again.
granny]

1. Quick Biscuits
Posted by: “Beth

Quick Biscuits
Taste of Home

Quick Biscuits from Diane Hixon of Niceville, Florida make a satisfying
accompaniment to the meal. “I never made biscuits until I tried this
two-ingredient recipe,” Diane explains. “Now my husband wants biscuits
all the time!”

SERVINGS: 9
CATEGORY: Breads
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Ingredients:
2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Directions:
In a large bowl, combine the flour and cream. Turn out onto a floured
surface; knead for 5 minutes or until no longer sticky. On a floured
surface, roll dough to a 1/2-in. thickness. Cut into 3-in. biscuits.
Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 450° for 8 to 10 minutes.
Yield: 9 biscuits. Editor’s Note: If you don’t have self-rising flour,
add 1 tablespoon baking powder and 1 teaspoon salt to 2 cups all-purpose
flour.

Nutrition Facts
One serving: (1 each) Calories: 180 Fat: 10 g Saturated Fat: 6 g
Cholesterol: 36 mg Sodium: 330 mg Carbohydrate: 20 g Fiber: 0 g Protein:
3 g

http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Quick-Biscuits
http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Quick-Biscuits

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2a. Bunny Biscuits
Posted by: “Beth

Bunny Biscuits
Taste of Home

When our granddaughter Amanda was younger, she wanted to cook every time
she visited. These biscuits are nice for snacking with a glass of juice
or milk or a cup of hot chocolate.—Flo Burtnett, Gage, Oklahoma

SERVINGS: 5
CATEGORY: Breads
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Ingredients:
1 tube (7-1/2 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
10 raisins
20 slivered almonds
1 tube pink decorating icing
5 red-hot candies or red candied cherries

Directions:
Gently shape five biscuits into oval shapes; place on a greased baking
sheet about 2 in. apart. Cut remaining biscuits in half. Shape biscuit
halves to form ears; press firmly to attach to whole biscuits. On each
biscuit, press on two raisin eyes and four slivered almond whiskers.
Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until biscuits are browned. Cool
slightly; use icing to frost ears and attach candy noses. Yield: 5
servings.

http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Bunny-Biscuits

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3. Dill Biscuits
Posted by: “Beth

Dill Biscuits
Taste of Home

These biscuits are quick way prepare and easy on your
pocketbook.—Marcille Meyer, Battle Creek, Nebraska

SERVINGS: 6
CATEGORY: Breads
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Ingredients:
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 tube (10 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits

Directions:
In a bowl, combine the butter, onion and dill. Cut biscuits in half
lengthwise; toss in butter mixture. Arrange in a single layer in an
ungreased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 450° for 8-10 minutes or
until lightly browned. Serve warm. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutrition Facts
One serving: (1 each) Calories: 182 Fat: 9 g Saturated Fat: 5 g
Cholesterol: 20 mg Sodium: 481 mg Carbohydrate: 23 g Fiber: 0 g Protein:
4 g

http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Dill-Biscuits

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4. Teddy Bear Biscuits
Posted by: “Beth

Teddy Bear Biscuits
Quick Cooking

“Children can’t resist helping to assemble these cute cinnamony bears
before baking,” remarks Catherine Berra Bleem of Walsh, Illinois.
“Refrigerated biscuit dough makes them easy, convenient and fun!”

SERVINGS: 3
CATEGORY: Breads
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Ingredients:
1 tube (7-1/2 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits (10 biscuits)
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
9 miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Directions:
For each bear, shape one biscuit into an oval for the body and place on
a greased baking sheet. Cut one biscuit into four pieces; shape into
balls for arms and legs. Place next to body.
Cut one biscuit into two small pieces and one large pieces; shape
into head and ears and place above body. Brush with egg. Combine sugar
and cinnamon; sprinkle over bears.
Bake at 425° for 8-10 minutes (the one remaining biscuit can be
baked with the bears)or until golden brown. Place chocolate chips on
head for eyes and nose while the biscuits are still warm. Yield: 3
bears.

http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Teddy-Bear-Biscuits

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5. Nutty Cream Cheese Biscuits
Posted by: “Beth

Nutty Cream Cheese Biscuits
Country Woman Christmas

These nutty biscuits are worth every bit of the time they take to
prepare. Their rich taste and creamy texture make requests for seconds
routine.

SERVINGS: 18
CATEGORY: Breads
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep: 25 min. Bake: 20 min.

Ingredients:
2 tubes (10 ounces each) refrigerated biscuits
2 packages (3 ounces each) cream cheese
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon each ground cloves, nutmeg and allspice
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup chopped pecans

Directions:
Roll each biscuit into a 3-1/2-in. to 4-in. circle. Cut cream cheese
into 20 equal cubes; place one cube in the center of each biscuit.
Combine sugar, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and allspice; sprinkle 1/2
teaspoonful over each biscuit. Set remaining sugar mixture aside.
Moisten edges of dough with water; fold over cheese and press edges with
a fork to seal.
Pour 2 tablespoons butter each into two 9-in. round baking pans;
sprinkle 1 tablespoon of reserved sugar mixture into each. Dip one side
of each biscuit remaining butter. Arrange in pans, forming a pinwheel
pattern, with butter side up. Sprinkle pecans and remaining sugar
mixture on top. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers. Yield: about 1-1/2 dozen.

Nutrition Facts
One serving: (1 each) Calories: 169 Fat: 13 g Saturated Fat: 4 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg Sodium: 202 mg Carbohydrate: 13 g Fiber: 1 g Protein:
2 g

http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Nutty-Cream-Cheese-Biscuits

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6. Kid’s Favorite Biscuits
Posted by: “Beth

Kid’s Favorite Biscuits
Quick Cooking

Six-year-old Dustin Chasteen of Weaverville, North Carolina combines two
kid-favorite flavors - peanut butter and jelly - in a new way.
Refrigerated biscuits with a warm, gooey filling make a yummy lunch or
snack.

SERVINGS: 10
CATEGORY: Breads
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Ingredients:
1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated flaky buttermilk biscuits
1/2 cup Jif® Peanut Butter
1/2 cup jelly

Directions:
Separate biscuits; pat onto the bottom and up the sides of greased
muffin cups. Bake at 450° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
Remove to a wire rack.
Place a scant tablespoonful of peanut butter in each warm biscuit
cup; top with a scant tablespoonful of jelly. Serve immediately. Yield:
10 servings.

Nutrition Facts
One serving: (1 each) Calories: 198 Fat: 7 g Saturated Fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg Sodium: 351 mg Carbohydrate: 29 g Fiber: 1 g Protein:
6 g

http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Kid-s-Favorite-Biscuits

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7. School Day Biscuits
Posted by: “Beth

School Day Biscuits
Quick Cooking

A sweet buttery coating disguises convenient refrigerator biscuits in
this recipe form Dixie Terry of Marion, Illinois. “With a houseful of
children and now grandchildren, these cinnamony treats have become a
classic for breakfast or a snack,” she relates.

SERVINGS: 10
CATEGORY: Breads
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Ingredients:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted

Directions:
In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon. Separate biscuits;
dip the top of each in butter, then in cinnamon-sugar. Place sugared
side up on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 6-8 minutes or
until golden brown. Serve warm. Yield: 10 biscuits.

Nutrition Facts
One serving: (1 each) Calories: 164 Fat: 5 g Saturated Fat: 3 g
Cholesterol: 12 mg Sodium: 341 mg Carbohydrate: 27 g Fiber: 0 g Protein:
3 g

http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/School-Day-Biscuits

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8. Crunchy Biscuits
Posted by: “Beth

Crunchy Biscuits
Quick Cooking

For a quick complement to the effortless main dish, Traci bakes Crunchy
Biscuits. Convenient refrigerated biscuits get a tasty treatment when
topped with crushed corn chips. “They couldn’t be easier,” she promises.

SERVINGS: 8
CATEGORY: Breads
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients:
1 tube (16.3 ounces) refrigerated home-style biscuits, separated into 8
biscuits
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/3 cup crushed corn chips

Directions:
Arrange biscuits in greased 8-in. round baking pan. Brush with butter.
Sprinkle with corn chips and gently press into the dough. Bake at
400° for 14-16 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 8 biscuits.

http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Crunchy-Biscuits

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9. Whipped Cream Biscuits
Posted by: “Beth

Whipped Cream Biscuits
Reminisce

Since there is no shortening to cut in, these light, airy biscuits are
quick and easy to make. Time the baking so that they’re out of the oven
when you sit down to eat. -Linda Murrow, Aurora, Colorado

SERVINGS: 5
CATEGORY: Breads
METHOD: Baked
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Directions:
In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Stir in cream.
Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead 10 times. Roll to 3/4-in.
thickness; cut with a 2-1/4-in. round biscuit cutter.
Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 10 minutes
or until lightly browned. Serve warm. Yield: 5 biscuits.

Nutrition Facts
One serving: (1 each) Calories: 173 Fat: 9 g Saturated Fat: 6 g
Cholesterol: 33 mg Sodium: 248 mg Carbohydrate: 20 g Fiber: 1 g Protein:
3 g

Comments
Re: Whipped Cream Biscuits
I must tell you, that I was “in a hurry”, and I don’t keep “self-rising”
flour on hand. We were having “pork chops and fried apples” for supper,
and I wanted homemade biscuits...like I said, I was in a hurry....these
turned out great! An easy way to fix biscuits and just the right amount.
Will definitely make again & again.

jawilkin

http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Whipped-Cream-Biscuits

This is another great group owned by *Beth*

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To visit group on the web, go to:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/all-simple-recipes/

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Here is a list my friend sent me. There are some cute, inexpensive
ideas here...you just have to read through them all. janis

~ 103 Frugal Gifts and Greetings Ideas ~ 1. M&M’s - “Have a Merry and
Most wonderful Holiday Season!!”

2. Soup or soup mix - Wishing you a “Souper” Holiday Season!!

3. Frozen or ready to bake pizza - “Warm up to a wonderful Holiday
Season “Topped” with Christmas cheer!”

4. Apples and Hershey’s Hugs - A teacher can’t live by apples
alone...She needs “Hugs” too!!

5. Popcorn Balls - Hoping you have a “Ball” this Holiday Season!

6. Loaf of Bread - For being there when you were “Kneaded”,
for “Rising” to the occasion, large or small. For never “Loafing” on
the job, for helping others to “Heel” with TLC. No matter how
you “Slice it”, you do a terrific job loving others. Merry
Christmas!!

7. Jolly Ranchers - Have a Holly “Jolly” Christmas!!

8. Rootbeer - We’re “Root”ing for you to have a Happy Holiday Season
and a Wonderful New Year!!

9. Chex Party Mix - Remember Santa “Chex” his list twice to see who’s
been naughty or nice...so be good for goodness sake!! Merry
Christmas!!

10. Box of Hostess Ho-Ho’s - Hope a merry “HO - HO - HO” fills your
heart the whole year through! (Put a santa sticker on the label)

11. Wire wisk - (Filled with Chocolate kisses) “We WHISK you a Merry
KISSmas!!”

12. Jar of Jelly - jelly is like love - you can’t spread it around
without getting some on yourself! Merry Christmas!!

13. Christmas Tray - We “Tray” sure your friendship! Merry
Christmas!!

14. Bell - With each chime of this festive bell, may a Christmas wish
come true. And bring you peace and happiness to last the whole year
through! Merry Christmas!

15. Yule Log - “We send you warm greetings this Christmas Season!!”

16. Potpourri - “May this sweet scent bring back thoughts of warm
Christmases long ago!”

17. Cleaners - “You add sparkle and make our life brighter!” Merry
Christmas!

18. Nuts - “We’re nuts about you!” Merry Christmas!

19 Lifesavers - “ You’ve been a life saver!” Have a great Christmas!

20. A juice pitcher filled with candy canes - “We pitcher you raising
a little “cane” during the holidays!” Have a merry Christmas!!

21. Broom - You’re “Dust” the finest neighbors we know!

22. Paper Towels - “Blot out your troubles; absorb the Christmas
Spirit!”

23. Measuring Cup or Glass Measure - “Wishing you Joy Beyond Measure!

24. Bananas - If we could choose our friends, and we searched the
whole world through, we’d go bananas trying to find a better bunch
than you!!”

25. Any Star ornament - “Remember the reason for the season!”

26. Chocolate Mousse Mix - “Merry Christmousse” to our “Deer” Friends!

27. Wooden spoon - Whether stirring up cakes, cookies, soups or
soufflés; You’ll find this spoon useful in so many ways. But
whatever it’s use, it says, “Merry Merry Christmas from us to you!”

28. Flower - “If friends were flowers, we’d pick you! Happy
Holidays!! Or “You make friendship bloom all year round!”

29. Heart Christmas Ornament - “May the Joy and Love you give away,
come back to you on Christmas day!”

30. Cinnamon Sprinkles - (Cinnamon & Sugar, or cookie sprinkles) “May
your Christmas be sprinkled with laughter and love!” Merry
Christmas!

31. Hershey’s Hugs - “A friend always knows when you need a little
hug!”

32. Christmas music..CD or Tape - “May the sweet song of Christmas
make your heart rejoice!” Or “May the merry sounds of Christmas
bring a Joyful Melody to your holiday season” Merry Christmas!!

33. Filled Basket - “Wishing you a basket full of Christmas blessings”

34. Salsa - “Add a little Spice to your Holidays!” Merry Christmas!

35. Stocking or filled Jar - “Have a fun filled christmas this year!”

36. Lamb - “Have “eweself” a Merry little Christmas!!”

37. Candle - “May your days be happy, your heart be light, your
Christmas merry and the New Year Bright!!

38. Holly - “Happy Hollydays!”

39. Calendar - “Keep Christmas in your heart the whole year through!”

40. Shaped Sugar Cookies - “Rolling out a batch of Christmas Cheer,
for Someone we think is very dear!!”

41. Cherry 7-up - “Just a Little Christmas Cheer from Happy Hearts
this time of year!! Merry Christmas!!”

42. Sparkling Cider - “Wishing you a Sparkling Holiday Season!”

43. Warm Casserole or Bread - “Bundled up with warm wishes!!”

44. Popcorn or Caramel Corn - “Just “Popping” by with a Holiday Hi!”
Or “May your Holidays be Poppin’!”

45. Seasoning Mix - “Seasoned with Love” Merry Christmas!!

46. Eggbeater - “Have an “Eggstra” Special Holiday!!”

47. Hershey’s Hugs and Kisses - “Christmas Hugs and Kisses to You “
Or “Holiday Hugs and Kisses to you!”

48. Apple Pie or Apple Crisp - “Wishing you a Scrumptious Christmas!”

49. Fruit Basket - “May your New Year be Festive and Fruitful!!”

50. Any Sweet Treat - “Wishing you a season filled with sweetness!”

51. Oranges - “ Orange” you glad we’re Friends!?” Merry Christmas!!

52. Chocolate Orange - “Orange” you glad it’s Christmas? Hope your
Christmas is a Sweet one!

53. Sprite - “ May your Christmas be Merry and Sprite!”

54. Ice Cream Snowballs and Hot Fudge - “ Here’s some
packaged “snowball” treats - Just Drizzle Hot Fudge and its ready to
eat!...Enjoy!!”

55. Snicker Bar - “Don’t “Snicker”, just be glad you got Something!!”

56. Mints - “Friends like you are worth a Mint!!”

57. Matches - “No one Matches you as neighbors!”

58. Strainer - (With a christmas bow) “ We couldn’t restrain
ourselves from wishing you a very Merry Christmas!!”

59. Box of Light Bulbs - “Have a bright and radiant Christmas”

60. Bubble Gum or Bubble Bath - “May your holidays “Bubble” over with
fun!!

61 Pencil and Notepad - “Merry Christmas from our pad to yours!!” or
Merry Christmas to a “noteworthy” friend!”

62. Jar of Pickles - “Just in brine, Our wish for a merry
Christmas!!”

63. Grater and Cheese - “ To a Grate Neighbor! Merry Christmas!”

64. Ice Cream - “Have a “Cool” Yule!!”

65. Bear shaped Honey - “Have a Bear-y Sweet Christmas!!”

66. Santa - “Ho - Ho - Hoping your Christmas is Heavenly!”

67. Angel - “Hoping you have a Heavenly Christmas!!”

68. Eggnog - “ Have an “Udderly Moovalous” Christmas!!”

69. Gingerbread House - “Nibble, Nibble like a mouse, We hope you’ll
nibble at this house!” Merry Christmas!!

70. Mugs with Hot Chocolate Mix - “To our special friends who are so
Dear, We wish you all a cup of Cheer!” or One Mug would be a special
gift for a Teacher. “To a Special Teacher dear, wishing you a “Cup of
Cheer”!”

71. Cocoa Mix - “Wishing you a warm and wonderful Christmas!”

72. Muffins or Muffin mix - “ You’re getting “Muffin” for Christmas!!”

73. Gum - “By Gum, You’re a great Neighbor!! Have a Merry Christmas”

74. Veggies and Dip - “Dip into a wonderful Holiday season and a
Healthy New Year!”

75. Christmas Shaped pasta - ( Or any Pasta and a bottle of
Sauce ) “Have a Pasta-tively Happy Holiday!”

76. Jar of Jam - “Hoping you have a Holiday “Jammed” packed with
fun!!” or “Have a “Berry” nice holiday season!!” Or “Hoping your
Christmas is “Jam- packed” with Christmas Cheer!!”

77. Cookie Dough - “Here’s a little extra “Dough” for Christmas!
Or “Everyone Needs a little extra “Dough” for Christmas!!”

78. Homemade Frozen Rolls - “Here’s a little holiday treat. Rise and
bake, it can’t be beat! Warm fresh rolls just for you. Top with
butter that’s all you do! Warm Holiday Greetings to you”

79. Brownie Mix - (Or any Mix) “Whip up this mix for a wonderful
holiday fix! Wishing you a “rich” Holiday Season!!” (Be sure to
attach the recipe!)

80. Homemade caramels - Hoping you have a “Rich” and “wonderful”
Holiday!!”

81. Pie - “Just a “Holiday Hi” and a tasty Pie!! Happy Holidays!!”

82. Divinity - “May your Christmas be “Divine” and your Holidays so
Fine! Sweet Christmas Wishes!”

83. Rice Krispie Treats - “Snap, Crackle, Pop! We think You’re really
Tops!”

84. Toffee or Brittle - “Any way you break it, We think you’re the
greatest!”

85. Fudge - “Fudge” a little on the calories and enjoy the Holiday
Season!”

86. Cheese Ball and Crackers - “We don’t mean to sound “Cheesy”, we
just hope you have a “Ball” this Holiday Season!
Or “Spread a little Christmas Cheer this Holiday Season!”

87. Apple Anything - (Pie, Cobbler, crisp, muffins etc.)
“Sending you a “Bushel” of love this holiday Season!!”
Or “ You are the apple of my eye, Teacher!”

88. Banana Bread - “Banana Bread just for you, because you have so
much to do... We also love you a whole “Bunch” too! Merry Christmas!”

89. Cinnamon Rolls - “Here’s a sweet treat “Rolled” up with warm
Holiday Wishes! Merry Christmas!”

90. Homemade Chocolates - “ You’re so Sweet...having you as neighbors
is really a treat! Have a Heavenly Holiday Season!”

91. Cake or Cupcakes - “You take the “Cake” neighbor, We think
you’re first rate! Happy Holidays to you!!”

92. Cornbread or Mix - “We’re not trying to be “Corny” we just want
you to have a Merry Christmas!”

93. Carrot Cake - “ I Really “Carrot” alot about you!! Merry
Christmas”

94. Spiced Drink Mixes - “ Hoping your Holidays are “Spiced” Just
right!”

95. Homemade Ice cream of a Frozen Treat - “Here’s the Scoop: Hoping
your Holidays are a “Blizzard” of fun!”

96. Recipe - “Just like you, friend...it’s tried and true, just for
you! Happy Holiday Baking or Merry Christmas Cooking!”

97. Pizza - “Hope your Holiday has a touch of “Pizza - z!!” Merry
Christmas!!”

98. Candle - “You Light up my Life!” Thanks for your friendship! May
your Christmas be Merry and Bright!”

99. Crayons and Coloring Book - Hope your Holidays are Colorful!

100. Plant - “ The kindness you show makes our friendship grow and
grow! Hope you have a Happy Holiday!!”

101. Soda Pop - “I’d “Soda” like to wish you a merry Christmas!

102. Stuffed animal - (Beanie Baby) “Pawsing” to wish you a Merry
Christmas!”

103. Doughnuts - “Donut” you know we love you??? Have a happy
Holiday!!”

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To visit group on the web, go to:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Non-Edible-Recipes/

[nw_arizona_granny]

1. Homemade laundry Detergent - Liquid
Posted by: “Janis”

3 Pints Water
1/3 Bar Fels Naptha Soap, Grated
1/2 Cup Washing Soda
1/2 Cup Borax
2 Gallon Bucket
1 Quart Hot Water
Hot Water

Mix Fels Naptha soap in a saucepan with 3 pints of water, and heat on
low until dissolved. Stir in Washing Soda and Borax. Stir until
thickened, and remove from heat. Add 1 Quart Hot Water to 2 Gallon
Bucket. Add soap mixture, and mix well. Fill bucket with hot water, and
mix well. Set aside for 24 hours, or until mixture thickens. Use 1/2
cup of mixture per load.

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2. Liquid laundry Detergent - Recipe 2
Posted by: “Janis”

Water
1 Bar Fels Naptha Soap, Grated
5 Gallon Bucket
1 Cup Washing Soda
4 1/2 Gallons Water

Place grated soap in a small saucepan and cover with water. Heat on low
until dissolved. Fill bucket with hot water, and add soap. Stir to
combine. Add 1 cup washing soda and mix well. As it cools it will
thicken. May be used immediately. Use 1-2 cups per load.

Any bar soap can be substituted for the Fels Naptha Soap.

Essential oils can be added for a pleasant scent.

And...this detergent can be used to pre-treat stains.

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3. Powdered Laundry Detergent
Posted by: “Janis”

1 Cup Grated Fels Naptha Soap
1/2 Cup Washing Soda
1/2 Cup Borax

For light load, use 1 tablespoon.
For heavy or heavily soiled load, use 2 tablespoons.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Non-Edible-Recipes/

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[nw_arizona_granny]

1. BBQ Chicken Pizza
Posted by: “Vergie”

BBQ Chicken Pizza

2 chicken breasts halves, boneless, skinless
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1 cup mozzarella cheese
1 refrigerated pizza crust
This recipe makes 4 servings.

Place chicken in a pot and boil until cooked completely (no longer
pink.)

Run cold water over chicken to cool it.

When cool, cut into chunks. Mix together with barbecue sauce.

Roll out pizza crust. Put chicken on pizza crust and top with cheese.
Bake according to crust directions.

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2. Cheesy Beef Spirals
Posted by: “Vergie”

Cheesy Beef Spirals

2 cups spiral pasta
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 onion chopped
1 clove garlic minced
1 26-ounce jar spaghetti sauce
1 4 1/2-ounce can sliced mushrooms drained
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 pound process American cheese cubed (such as Velveeta)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
This recipe makes 8 servings.

Cook pasta according to package directions.

Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook the beef, onions and garlic over
medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.

Stir in spaghetti sauce and mushrooms; bring to a boil. Reduce heat;
cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Place 1/2 C. meat sauce in a greased shallow 2 1/2 quart baking dish.

Drain Pasta; place half over sauce. Top with half the remaining meat
sauce; spread with sour cream. Top with the American Cheese,
remaining pasta and meat sauce. Sprinkle with Mozzarella Cheese.

Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes. Uncover, bake 5-10
minutes longer or until bubbly.

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My other groups: favoritefamilyrecipes@yahoogroups.com and moderator of BisquickRecipes@yahoogroups.com.

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http://groups.yahoo.com/group/cookingandbakingmixes/

[nw_arizona_granny]

http://www.rwefree.com/swat.htm

Swat Team Conducts “Food Raid” in Rural Ohio

Subject: VDW: Swat Team Conducts Food Raid in Rural Ohio

Date: Thu, 4 Dec 2008 16:14:10 -0800

http://www.christianworldviewnetwork.com/article.php/4287/Brannon-Howse/

By-John-Loeffler

SWAT TEAM CONDUCTS FOOD RAID IN RURAL OHIO

Posted: 12/04/2008

SWAT TEAM CONDUCTS FOOD RAID IN RURAL OHIO

On Monday, December 1, a SWAT team with semi-automatic rifles entered the private home of the Stowers family in LaGrange, Ohio, herded the family onto the couches in the living room, and kept guns trained on parents, children, infants and toddlers, from approximately 11 AM to 8 PM. The team was aggressive and belligerent. The children were quite traumatized. At some point, the “bad cop” SWAT team was relieved by another team, a “good cop” team that tried to befriend the family. The Stowers family has run a very large, well-known food cooperative called Manna Storehouse

http://www.mannastorehouse.com

on the western side of the greater Cleveland area for many years.

continued...........

{I do not know what to make out of the details given, there have been warnings that this might happen, appears it is not a first for Ohio....

granny}

[nw_arizona_granny]

instant pudding tricks
Posted by: “Mom”

What can be done with INSTANT PUDDING mix? My local Walgreen’s sells
instant pudding for 33 cents per package.?

I add a package to cake batter - homemade not store-bought. The basic
recipe is this.

Preheat oven to 375f degrees. Use butter wrappers to
butter the 9”x13” pan.

THEN make the batter.

dry: 2 cups flour, 1 cup sugar, 2 1/2 tBs. baking pOWder, 1/4 tSp.
baking SOda; and, package of pudding mix

wet: 3 eggs, 1/3 cup oil, 1 cup water + 2/3 cup milk

Add DRY to food processor and whir away.

Turn off processor and add 1/2 of the liquids.

Turn on processor and after a few seconds, add the rest of the liquids.

Whir and stop. Scrape. Whir.

Little Changes: VaNillA pudding mix, use whole wheat flour and add
grated carrots - just an example, the variations are endless.

CHocoLaTe pudding mix, I add 4 packages generic single-serve hot cocoa
that the kids won’t drink because it is yukky. Then I chop up a couple
dark chocolate bars like Hershey’s, and stir it in just before pouring
the batter. Again, the variations are endless...

To visit group on the web, go to:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/WasteNothing/

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If you asked me, I would say make it with goat milk and add drained pineapple and it is fantastic.

I like it with the toasted coconut or vanilla pudding.

Easy and instant.
granny

[nw_arizona_granny]

Welcome to the thread, thank you for coming to read.

If you want, just join in where you please.

Smile.

[nw_arizona_granny]

. Scented Cinnamon Ornaments
Posted by: “TxzsSunshine

* Exported from MasterCook *

Scented Cinnamon Ornaments

Recipe By :
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Christmas Gifts
Homemade Non-Food
Crafts

Amount Measure Ingredient — Preparation Method
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4 Oz Cinnamon
1 Tb Cloves
1 Tb Nutmeg
3/4 C Applesauce
2 Tb White glue
Ribbon

In medium bowl, combine cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Add applesauce and
glue; stir to combine. Work mixture with hands 2 to 3 minutes or until dough is
smooth and ingredients are thoroughly mixed. Divide into 4 portions. On
floured surface, roll each portion to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut dough with floured
cookie cutters of desired shapes. Using straw or toothpick, make a small hole
in the top of the ornament. Place cutouts on wire racks and allow to dry at
room temperature for several days or dry them in a dehydrator. Thread ribbon
through hole in ornament. DO NOT EAT.

Makes about 32 (2 inch) ornaments.
**p.s - you can decorate these ornaments with royal icing for an even neater
effect.

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Christmas Ornaments

1/2 cup cinnamon
1/2 cup applesauce
zippered bag
Mix cinnamon and applesauce in bag until a dough forms.
Roll out to 1/4” and use cookie cutters to cut out. Make a whole in top and
let dry for 12 hours.

CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS

3/4 to 1 c. applesauce
1 (4.12 oz.) bottle ground cinnamon

Mix applesauce and cinnamon together to form a stiff dough. Roll out to 1/4
inch thickness. Cut with cookie cutters. Make a hole for ribbon. Carefully
place on rack to dry. Let air dry several days, turning occasionally. If you
prefer they may be baked at 150 degrees for 5-6 hours.

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http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FunOnABudget/

[nw_arizona_granny]

Prosciutto, Mozzarella and Olive Focaccia Sandwiches
Posted by: “Dorie”

Prosciutto, Mozzarella and Olive Focaccia Sandwiches

1 large plum tomato, seeded and chopped fine
1 (2-ounce) can sliced black olives
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
4 cups trimmed arugula, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 loaf Parmesan Focaccia
1/2 pound thinly sliced prosciutto (or if unavailable, cooked ham)

In a bowl stir together tomato, olives and basil.
In a bowl toss the chopped arugula with the oil, salt and pepper to taste.
Halve the focaccia horizontally and spread bottom half with olive mixture. Top olive mixture with mozzarella, prosciutto, arugula, and remaining focaccia half. Press focaccia gently and cut lengthwise in half and crosswise into thirds to make 6 sandwiches. Cut sandwiches diagonally in half and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.

Chill sandwiches at least 1 hour and up to 1 day before serving.

Makes 6 sandwiches

Dorie
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CAFE-SANDWICH/

[nw_arizona_granny]

Crispy Frozen Treats
Posted by: “Dorie”

Crispy Frozen Treats

1 1/2 cups crisp rice cereal
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 cup sweetened flake coconut
1/2 cup chopped mixed nuts
1/4 cup margarine, melted
1 block vanilla ice cream
1 (16 ounce) package frozen sliced strawberries, thawed

Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

In a medium bowl, stir together the crisp rice cereal, brown sugar, flake coconut, mixed nuts, and melted margarine. Place half of the crisp rice mixture in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Cut the block of ice cream into 3/4 inch slices and arrange in baking dish, covering all of the crisp rice mixture. Sprinkle remaining crisp rice mixture over the top of the ice cream and gently press.

Place baking dish in the freezer 15 minutes, or until set. Keep frozen until ready to serve.

(Bars can be kept covered, in the freezer for 2 weeks.)

Cut into squares and serve with thawed strawberries.

Dorie
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AllGrillingRecipes-SummerRecipesExchange/

[nw_arizona_granny]

Free program
Posted by: “Ray

Free program to make your own holiday labels.

http://www.surething.com/ST/Category.asp?CatCode=holiday_labeler08

Ray

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Re: Broccoli Casserole
Posted by: “KittyHawk”

I have done this one with just broccoli or just cauliflower or a mix of
both. You may have to adjust the liquid parts a bit. I gave estimates on
how much to use. I eye ball it mainly not measure. It is also nice if
you crush cheese ritz crackers to sprinkle on top instead of bread
crumbs. You could also use mayo if you don’t like miracle whip. I don’t
like mayo. LOL

Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole

1 large bunch broccoli
1 large head cauliflower
1 can mushroom soup
1/4 cup milk
1/2 to 3/4 cup miracle whip
1 cup grated cheddar
salt and pepper to taste
2 Tbsp butter, melted
1/2 cup bread crumbs

Chop veggies and steam until almost tender. Mix all remaining ingredients together
except the butter and bread crumbs. Stir into veggies then pour in a large
casserole dish. Combine the bread crumbs and melted butter together and sprinkle
over the veggie mix. Bake at 350 degrees F. until veggies are nice and tender and
cheese us melted and bubbly.

NOTE: You can also sprinkle some cheese on the top also if you like.

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[nw_arizona_granny]

http://www.pharmalot.com/2008/12/asthma-drugs-too-dangerous-for-kids-fda/

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Asthma Drugs Too Dangerous For Kids: FDA
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By Ed Silverman // December 5th, 2008 // 5:24 pm

advair2In an advance of an advisory committee meeting next week, FDA staffers are recommending approval be withdrawn for several asthma meds known as long-acting beta agonists, or LABAs, for children younger than 18 years old, due to an increased risk of asthma-related deaths and attacks (back story here and here on FDA concerns and requests for more data).

The drugs include Glaxo’s Advair and Serevent, AstraZeneca’s Symbicort and Novartis’ Foradil, which Schering-Plough markets in the US. The FDA staffers, in fact, also urge yanking approval of Serevent and Foradil for asthma in people of all ages and question whether LABAs should still be approved for treating ashtma (these are the FDA briefing materials). Serevent and Foradil contain LABAs only, while Advair and Symbicort combine LABAs with an inhaled steroid.

An FDA meta-analysis of 110 trials involving 60,954 patients found the risk “was not apparent” in Advair or when a LABA was used with a steroid, according to agency documents. Kids between 4 and 11 years old appear to be at greatest risk, African Americans had elevated risks relative to other races and women had elevated risks compared with men. Advair, by the way, is Glaxo’s best-selling drug.

In a memo, Badrul Chowdhury, who heads the pulmonary and allergy drug division, wrote a “serious and significant safety risk” exists, but asthma-related deaths were “numerically small” and benefits were “not trivial…Removal of inhaled LABAs from the market as a treatment for asthma is a way of managing the risk of these drugs, but would be an extreme approach that could be problematic.”

The FDA’s latest analysis found 2.8 more serious asthma events for every 1,000 asthma patients treated with a LABA. Chowdury questioned whether using steroids removes the risk with LABAs, noting there was no data on that point from prospectively designed and controlled studies.

Deutsche Bank analyst Brian Bourdot wrote in a research note that the FDA position is “no worse than expected” and the consequences for Glaxo “would appear to be limited” since most use is in adults. The drugmakers wrote Reuters that their meds, which are also approved for treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, have safe and effective track records.

Here are the briefing materials filed by Glaxo, Novartis and AstraZeneca.

Interesting comments.

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http://online.wsj.com/article/SB122849265787282969.html?mod=googlenews_wsj

FDA: Long-Acting Asthma Drugs Increase Asthma Risks