Weekly Roundup - Living On Nothing Edition [Survival Today

Did you hear about the guy that lives on nothing? No seriously, he lives on zero dollars a day. Meet Daniel Suelo, who lives in a cave outside Moab, Utah. Suelo has no mortgage, no car payment, no debt of any kind. He also has no home, no car, no television, and absolutely no “creature comforts.” But he does have a lot of creatures, as in the mice and bugs that scurry about the cave floor he’s called home for the last three years.

To us, Suelo probably sounds a little extreme. Actually, he probably sounds very extreme. After all, I suspect most of you reading this are doing so under the protection of some sort of man-made shelter, and with some amount of money on your person, and probably a few needs for money, too. And who doesn’t need money unless they have completely unplugged from the grid? Still, it’s an amusing story about a guy who rejects all forms of consumerism as we know it.

How to Brew Your Own Beer and Maybe Save Some Money. A fantastic introduction to home brewing, something I’ve never done myself, but always been interested in trying. (@Generation X Finance)

Contentment: A Great Financial Principle. If I had to name one required emotion for living a frugal lifestyle it would be contentment. Once you are content with your belongings and your lot in life you can ignore forces attempting to separate you from your money. (@Personal Finance by the Book)

Use Energy Star Appliances to Save On Utility Costs. I enjoyed this post because it included actual numbers, and actual total savings, from someone who upgraded to new, energy star appliances. (@The Digerati Life)

Over-Saving for Retirement? Is it possible to “over-save” for retirement? Yes, I think so. At some point I like the idea of putting some money aside in taxable investments outside of retirement funds, to be accessed prior to traditional retirement age. (@The Simple Dollar)

40 Things to Teach My Kids Before They Leave Home. A great list of both practical and philosophical lessons to teach your kids before they reach the age where they know everything. I think that now happens around 13 years-old. (@My Supercharged Life)

Index Fund Investing Overview. If you are looking for a place to invest with high diversification and relatively low fees (for broader index funds with low turnover), index funds are a great place to start. (@Money Smart Life)

5 Reasons To Line Dry Your Laundry. My wife and I may soon be installing a clothesline in our backyard. In many neighborhoods they are frowned upon - one of the reasons I don’t like living in a neighborhood. I digress. One of our neighbors recently put up a clothesline, and we might just follow his lead. (@Simple Mom)

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2. Breakfast cobbler
Posted by: “JET”

Microwave Breakfast Cobbler (Serves 4-6)

Ingredients
1 can (16 oz.) drained sliced peaches
1 can (16 oz.) drained pear halves (can substitute 2 16oz. Cans fruit
cocktail for peaches & pears)
1 cup (6 oz.) pitted prunes, halved
1 tsp. Grated orange peel
1 1/2 cups lowfat granola cereal
1/3 cup orange juice
Directions
1. In 6-cup shallow microwave bowl toss peaches, pears, prunes, orange
Peel and orange juice.
2. Top with granola. Microwave on HIGH for 5 minutes.
3. Let stand for 2 minutes. Spoon into bowls.
4. Serve with plain yogurt if desired.
Per Serving: Calories, 274; Fat, 3 g; Calories from Fat, 9%; Fiber, 7 g; Cholesterol, 0 mg; Sodium, 3 g; Number of 5 A Day Servings, 1.8

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3a. Cranberry Corn Bread
Posted by: “Shirl

Cranberry Corn Bread

1 1/4 cup water
3 Tbsp molasses or honey
2 Tbsp butter
or margarine, softened
4 cups bread flour
1/2 cup
cornmeal
1 1/2 tsp salt
2 ts. bread machine yeast
2/3
cup dried cranberries

Place all ingredients in bread machine pan
in the order recommended by the manufacturer.

Add cranberries at the signal,
or 5 to 10 minutes before last kneading cycle ends.

Select basic / white
cycle. Use light or medium crust color. Do not use delay cycles.
Remove baked bread form pan, cool on wire rack.

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4a. Garden Fresh Salsa
Posted by: “Shirl

Garden fresh salsa

14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
three-quarter cup green pepper, diced
1/3 cup black olives, sliced
1/3 cup Spanish onion, diced
1/3 cup red onion, diced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 tablespoons garlic minced
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
two plum tomatoes, diced
two green onions, sliced
one jalapeno pepper, diced
salt and pepper to taste

Mix all ingredients in a large bowl; refrigerate until ready to serve.
Makes 4 cups.

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5. Okra-Tomato Casserole
Posted by: “Shirl

Okra-Tomato Casserole

6 large eggs
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 cups cubed ciabatta bread (about 1-inch cubes)
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups sliced okra
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil

Preheat oven to 350°.

Whisk together eggs and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl; stir in bread,
tomatoes, parsley, and half of cheese.

Sauté bell pepper and next 3 ingredients in hot oil in a large skillet over
medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes. Fold vegetable mixture into egg mixture.
Pour into a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with
remaining cheese.

Bake at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes or until center is set. Let stand 5
minutes.

Yield: Makes 4 to 6 servings

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6. omelette
Posted by: “JET”

Recipe Category: Breakfast Servings: 4
Olive oil pan spray
6 eggs
1 ounce (14 gm) nonfat Swiss cheese
1/4 teaspoon chipotle or hot pepper sauce ( I use fresh salsa)
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon “bacon” bits
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
Dollup of sour cream
1. Spray an omelet pan with olive oil cooking spray and place over medium
high heat. Pour the egg substitute evenly over the bottom of the hot pan and
shake gently to make sure it doesn’t stick.
2. When bubbles start to appear on the top of the egg, drop the slice of
cheese in the middle. Sprinkle chipotle sauce and pepper over the whole
thing. When the cheese just begins to melt, fold the omelet over the center
and transfer to a hot plate. The residual heat will finish cooking the top
of the eggs and melt the cheese. 3. Sprinkle the “bacon” bits and parsley
and top with
Sour cream

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Frozen Ginger-Peach Yogurt With Cinnamon
Posted by: “carolsrecipes77”

* Exported from MasterCook *

Frozen Ginger-Peach Yogurt With Cinnamon

Recipe By :Janet Hazen
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Ginger

Amount Measure Ingredient — Preparation Method
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2 cups vanilla low-fat yogurt
1 7-ounce jar marshmallow cream
3 large peaches — pitted & finely chopped
1 5-inch piece fresh ginger root — peeled & minced
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
fresh mint sprigs — and/or
1/4 cup toasted almonds — finely chopped for garnish

You may never eat store-bought ice cream or frozen yogurt again after tasting the homemade above. This summery, low-fat dessert can be frozen in a covered container in your freezer - you don’t need an ice-cream maker for this treat.

HOTTER 4

In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup of the yogurt with the marshmallow cream until thoroughly combined. Add the remaining yogurt and mix until smooth. Add the peaches, ginger, and cinnamon and mix well. Transfer to a shallow, flat-bottomed plastic or stainless steel container and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Place in the freezer for 1 hour. Remove and stir vigorously with a fork. Return to the freezer and mix again in 2 hours. Return to the freezer and freeze until firm.

To present free form in bowls, remove from the freezer 10 to 15 minutes prior to serving to soften slightly before spooning into small bowls. To serve in square or rectangular shapes on dessert plates, remove from the freezer and cut into the desired shapes. Serve immediately, garnished with mint sprigs and/or finely chopped toasted almonds.

Source:
“Hot!”
S(ISBN#):
“1-884822-96-7”
Copyright:
“1996 by Janet Hazen”

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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 229 Calories; 4g Fat (15.6% calories from fat); 6g Protein; 45g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 4mg Cholesterol; 67mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 1/2 Fruit; 1/2 Fat; 2 1/2 Other Carbohydrates.

Nutr. Assoc. : 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

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2. Eggplant Ravioli With Ginger-Cilantro Sauce
Posted by: “carolsrecipes77”

* Exported from MasterCook *

Eggplant Ravioli With Ginger-Cilantro Sauce

Recipe By :Janet Hazen
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Ginger

Amount Measure Ingredient — Preparation Method
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SAUCE:
1 quart chicken stock
1 4-inch piece ginger root — peeled & slivered
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup dry sherry
1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
1 cup cilantro — chopped
FILLING:
1 large onion — cut in small dice
3 cloves garlic — minced
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/3 cup olive oil
1 6-inch piece ginger root — peeled & minced
3 medium japanese or italian eggplants — cut in small dice
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup pine nuts — toasted
3 tablespoons tomato paste
salt and pepper — to taste
1 package potsticker or gyoza skins — (about 60 skins)
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 cup water

A blend of Italian and Asian ingredients and cooking methods make this a whimsical cross-cultural dish. Mediterranean herbs, eggplant, vinegar, and nuts form a robust filling, but the delicate Asian wonton wrappers and barely thickened sauce lend a refined texture and elegance to these raviolis.

Hotter: rated 4

To make the sauce: Place the chicken stock and ginger in a large pan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Cook over high heat for 5 minutes. Combine the cornstarch and sherry in a small bowl; mix well. Slowly add this “slurry” to the chicken stock, stirring as you go. Continue boiling until the mixture starts to thicken. Reduce the heat and cook for 10 minutes over moderate heat. (You will add the red pepper flakes and cilantro just before serving.)

To make the filling:

Cook the onion, garlic, and herbs in the olive oil over moderate heat for 15 minutes, stirring from time to time. Add the ginger and eggplant and cook over high heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the vinegar and cook over moderate heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the eggplant is soft and tender. Add the pine nuts and tomato paste, mix well, and season with salt and pepper. Cool to room temperature.

To make the raviolis:

Combine the cornstarch with the water in small bowl. Arrange 10 skins on a flat surface. Lightly brush each skin with the slurry. Place 1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons of filling in the center of each skin. Cover with a second skin, pressing the two sides together from the filling out to the edge of the skin, removing any air bubbles as you secure the two skins. Place on a sheet pan and continue making the raviolis until the entire filling is used up. Refrigerate for up to 1 hour before cooking.

The skins become a bit soggy if they are stored in the refrigerator for longer than one hour. If you can’t cook the raviolis within that time, freeze them on a sheet pan. When they are completely frozen, place the raviolis in a bag and store in the freezer until you are ready to cook.

To cook the raviolis:

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil over high heat. When the water is boiling, add a batch and cook for 3 to 4 minutes (6 to 7 minutes if frozen), or until they are tender and the skins are transparent all the way through. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain in a colander. (The raviolis will stick together if you let them sit in the colander for more than a couple of minutes. If this happens, place the clump in a bowl of warm water and carefully separate with your fingers.)

Immediately place the raviolis in shallow bowls. Add some of the red pepper flakes and cilantro to each bowl and drizzle with some of the sauce.

Source:
“Hot!”
S(ISBN#):
“1-884822-96-7”
Copyright:
“1996 by Janet Hazen”
Yield:
“24 raviolis”

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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 296 Calories; 19g Fat (60.0% calories from fat); 6g Protein; 22g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 1516mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 Grain(Starch); 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 3 1/2 Fat.

Nutr. Assoc. : 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

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1.1. Herb of the day
Posted by: “JET”

Peppermint
(Mentha x piperita)

Peppermint is one of the strongest acting members of the mint family,
Yet is still safe for the general population. As an aromatic digestant that
is also
An anodyne, peppermint is able to soothe indigestion and relieve gas as well
As alleviate pain associated with these digestive complaints.
I like to harvest peppermint just before or just as it is flowering. I leave
At least six inches above the ground, so that more growth will sprout that
Growing season. The stems and leaves can be used for tea. I’ve been to
Several locations where the mint had jumped out of its original container
and
Was growing thickly in the lawn. It created a wonderful smell as I walked
and
Played in these minty fields.
Its strong and delightful smell can freshen breath and the steam from
The tea can be inhaled to relieve sinus congestion. The essential oil of
Peppermint is a strong pain reliever and can be used topically to relieve
Muscle spasms and pain associated with diabetic feet.
Richo Cech recommends a strong brew of peppermint tea or tincture
For relieving stubborn hiccups.
Like a lot of mints it is used traditionally for colds and the flu,
Especially in cases of fever associated with clammy skin that is cool to the
Touch. It is often combined with elderflower and yarrow – a very old recipe
That goes back centuries.
In his book The Earthwise Herbal Matthew Wood quotes Eva Graf as
Recommending spearmint in place of peppermint for use with infants. She
Further notes that daily use of peppermint can overly relax the peristaltic
Actions of the colon, and because of this does not recommend it after dinner

Externally peppermint can be used to soothe itching and inflammation
Of the skin such as mosquito bites and rashes.
Internally peppermint is contra-indicated for those people with acid
Reflux and other similar issues in the esophagus.

Peppermint Bath Herb

Option #1 Begin by making a strong tea or infusion from peppermint.
For a bath I like to make a quart infusion (two ounces steeped for at
Least 30 minutes.)
To add to my bath I strain the plant material and add the liquid to the
Water. The more bath water there is, the more diluted the end result.
Option #2 For direct application I make a cup full by steeping two
Tablespoons in a cup for at least 30 minutes. With both of these
Methods be sure to cover the container while steeping.
To apply directly, soak a washcloth with the tea and lay over the
Affected area, or simply use it to wash the affected area.
Healing Herbs eBook, ©2009 Rosalee de la Forêt

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2. Beware some herbs are very dangerous if you do not use them properly
Posted by: “JET”

Dangerous Herbs

These cautions are for the herbal and essential oil form of the plant. If
used homeopathically, the same evaluation does not apply.

Aconite: very toxic. It is poisonous and should not be used without medical
advice. There is no antidote. One mg. Can kill a horse. It can be absorbed
through the skin.

Aloe: fresh juice helps heal minor wounds and burns. Taken internally it is
a violent purge if the the whole leaf is used. The inner leaf latex is the
purgative. Juice made from just the gel is safe..

American hellbore (black and green): Internally violently narcotic. Symptoms
of hellbore poisoning include salivation, nausea, vomiting, colic, diarrhea,
weak heartbeat, vertigo, ringing ears, disturbed vision, coronary arrest.
Green hellebore is a cardiac depressant...black hellbore is a cardiac
stimulant. Applied locally, the fresh root is an irritant.

Angelica: Is carcinogenic and mutagenic, especially in the presence of
sunlight.

Arnica: Taken internally is an active irritant which produces toxic
gastroenteritis, nervous disturbances, pulse rate changes, muscular weakness
increased blood pressure. May be used externally if there is no danger of
ingestion.

Autumn crocus: Lowers sexual excitement (probably because ite causes nausea,
intestinal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, and sometimes death.) Lethal dose is
about 65 mg in humans, but 7 mg has been proven to kill.

Bayberry: Causes cancer when injected. Bayberry wax is a sensitizing
irritant.

Bloodroot: Internally causes burning in stomach, intense thirst, paralysis,
vomiting, faintness, vertigo, vision problems.

Blue cohosh: Toxic to the heart muscle and may harm intestines. Seeds are
poisonous. Powder is strongly irritating to mucous membranes.

Broom: Slows and weakens heartbeat. Toxicity symptoms similar to nicotine
poisoning: circulatory collapse, irregular heart beat, nausea, diarrhea,
vertigo, headache, paralysis of respiratory and motor centers, convulsions,
death.

Coltsfoot: Is used for coughs but contains alkaloids that cause liver cancer

Comfrey: Contains allantoin and the alkaloids consolidine and
symphytocynoglossine. Concentrrations as little as 0.5% of the diet have
caused cancer in rats.

Deadly nightshade: Contains alkaloids hyoscyamine, atropine, and hyoscine.
Properties are sedative, narcotic, and act on the central nervous system.
Small doses stimulate and large doses paralyze. Belladonna poisoning
manifests within 15 minutes of ingestion.

Eyebright: 10-60 drops of the tincture can induce mental confusion and
violent pressure in the eyes with lacrimation, itch, redness and swellings
of the margins of the lids, dim vision, photophobia, weakness, sneezing
nausea, insomnia, polyuria. (don’t use a tincture, use a tea)

Foxglove: Symptoms of digitalis poisoning include nausea, diarrhea,
stomachache, headache, irregular heartbeat and pulse, tremors, convulsions,
and death.

Goldenseal: (Yellow Root) Extremely bitter herb that has little effect
below ‘near toxic’ doses. Overdoses even externally can cause ulceration of
any surface it may touch. (Another source says this drug is nontoxic,
nonirritating, antiseptic, both heals and soothes)

Hemlock: Symptoms of lethal dose: paralysis of tongue, head pressure,
giddiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, central paralysis - first feet and
legs, the buttocks, arms, them swallowing and speech. Death ensue through
central respiratory paralysis. Socrates suicided on this herb.

Jimsonweed: People have died trying to get high on Datua. Hallucinations,
irrigular heartbeat, elevated blood pressure, delirium, dilatation of pupils
and convulsions are some of the symptoms. Overdose is usually fatal.

Juniper: Not toxic in tiny doses used to flavor gin. Small repeated doses
may cause convulsions and kidney damage. Other internal symptoms are pain in
or near kidney, strong diuresis, albumin and blood in kidneys, purplish
urine, accelerated heartbeat and blood pressure.

Licorice: Alleviates peptic ulcers but causes edema (swelling of tissues)
and increases blood pressure. Large doses over extended periods of time are
toxic.

Life root: Eases pain of childbirth but can damage liver because of the
presence of the alkaloid senecionine.

Lobelia: It’s deadly. In normal doses produces dilation of bronchioles and
increased respiration but overdoses cause respiratory depression, sweating,
rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure, coma, and death.

Mayapple: Mandrake is toxic regardless of whether it is from Europe or
America. The European version damages the heart whereas the American version
damages the intestines. Amerindians once used the young shoots for suicide.
(Illustrated in the Disney movie: “The Light in the Forest”)

Mistletoe: Ingestion of berries and leaves cause disruption of heartbeat and
eventual death.

Pennyroyal: The essential oils consist of 85-92% pulegone and are toxic
causing severe liver damage in relatively small amounts. The FDA recognizes
pennyroyal TEA as GRAS (generally recognized as safe) if used as a beverage.

Pokeweed: Hs no known good effect. Children who have eaten the berries have
died. Narcotic effects have been observed. Is used internally in chronic
rheumatism but is not therapeutically useful. It acts as an emetic and
cathartic because it is extremely toxic.

Rue: Used as an insect repellent, causes rash, is an acro-narcotic poison if
taken internally, is an irritant externally from handling the foliage,
flowers or fruit. The oil is a dangerous abortifacient (causes abortions).

St. John’s wort: Causes shedding of wool in sheep, swelling of face, skin irritation

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Easy Swedish Meatballs
Posted by: “Cristie

Easy Swedish Meatballs

Here is a Swedish meatball recipe I have used for years. You may use store bought frozen meatballs but these are good too.
Ingredients:
a.. 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
b.. 1/4 pound Jimmy Dean sausage (or favorite ground sausage)
c.. 1 egg
d.. 1/4 cup ketchup
e.. 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
f.. 1 tablespoon dry mustard
g.. 1 tablespoon soy sauce
h.. 1 clove minced garlic
i.. 2 teaspoons salt
j.. 1 teaspoon pepper
k.. .
l.. Sauce:
m.. 2 cans Cream of Mushroom soup
n.. 1 cup sour cream
o.. 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
p.. 1 dash Tabasco sauce
q.. 1/4 cup milk
Preparation:
Mix all ingredients together for the meat mixture. DO NOT OVER MIX! Roll into small balls and place on cookie sheet. Bake 45 minutes or until browned. In a medium bowl mix sauce ingredients together. Place meatballs in a skillet or crock pot. Simmer for 45 minutes. May be used as main dish served over rice or noodles or as an appetizer served with toothpicks.

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4a. Hi All
Posted by: cyndilou

I’m Cyndi. I’ve been in the group for awhile now, but don’t think i’ve ever posted. this is a recipe a friend of our gave us. I call it Jack Daniels Ribs

Jack Daniels Ribs

Ribs, as many as you want
3-4 bottles Jack Daniels Original BBQ Sauce
1 nipper bottle of Jack Daniels(this is the little bottle that is only ashot

I use country ribs, because they have more meat on them. Pour 1 bottle of the sauce in the bottom of the crockpot. Then a layer of meat and so on until the last layer is is the sauce. Top with the nipper of J.D. Don’t worry the alcohol cooks off. I cook it on low all day. My family loves these.

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5a. Chicken Enchiladas
Posted by: “kellsbells

Chicken Enchiladas

For the Sauce
Ingredients:
2 28-ounce cans whole tomatoes in juice, drained
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and roughly chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup heavy whipping cream

(http://www.sauceandsensibility.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/430DSC_0016.jpg) Preparation:
In the food processor, place the tomatoes and the jalapeno peppers and
puree. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil and then
sauté the onion until it is golden brown. Add the tomato puree to the onion
and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes until the mixture is thick (like
applesauce). Add the chicken broth and continue to simmer for about 15 minutes.
It will be a little soupier now, and thatâ€™s the way you want it.
Taste and add the salt (using less if necessary) and the heavy whipping
cream. Keep warm.
For the Enchiladas
3 cups shredded chicken (I use either leftover roasted chicken or a
rotisserie chicken)
1 ½ cups Monterey Jack cheese, grated
12 corn tortillas
½ cup sour cream
½ cup green onion, sliced
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Cooking Spray
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. On a baking sheet, place 4 tortillas at
a time and spray both sides lightly with the cooking spray (I use olive oil
spray). Place in the oven and warm for 3 minutes. In a medium bowl stir
about a cup of the enchilada sauce into the chicken and set nearby. In the
bottom of a 9 x 13 rectangular ceramic or glass baking dish, spoon about 1
cup of the enchilada sauce. Remove the tortillas from the oven, and working
quickly, prepare the enchiladas by placing a portion of the chicken on the
tortilla, rolling it up, and placing it seam side down into the sauce.
Continue heating the tortillas and rolling them until completed. Spoon addi
tional sauce over to cover, and sprinkle the Monterey Jack cheese evenly
over all. Heat in the oven for about 15 minutes, until hot and bubbly and
the cheese is nicely melted. Garnish with the green onion and fresh cilantro
and serve, passing the sour cream separately.

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6. Ham Stuffed Manicotti
Posted by: “Cristie

Ham Stuffed Manicotti

This fabulous casserole has the most wonderful flavor. It freezes really well too, so make a couple of batches this holiday season.
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 70 minutes
Ingredients:
a.. 14 manicotti pasta shells
b.. 1 onion, chopped
c.. 2 cloves garlic, minced
d.. 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
e.. 1/4 cup butter or olive oil
f.. 1-2 cups cooked cubed ham
g.. 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
h.. 6 Tbsp. butter or olive oil
i.. 6 Tbsp. flour
j.. 3 cups milk
k.. 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
l.. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation:
Cook manicotti as directed on package. Drain, rinse in cool water and set aside. Meanwhile, cook onion, garlic, and green bell pepper in 4 Tbsp. butter or olive oil until tender. Add ham and set aside to cool for 10 minutes. Stir in 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese.
In another heavy saucepan, cook 6 Tbsp. butter or olive oil until foamy. Stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture bubbles, about 3 minutes. Add milk, and cook, whisking constantly, until sauce thickens. Stir in cheese. Mix 1/4 of cheese sauce with ham mixture.

Fill manicotti shells with ham mixture (your fingers work best for this; it’s messy, but most efficient). Spread about 1/2 cup cheese sauce in greased 13x9” glass baking dish and arrange filled shells over sauce. If there is any leftover stuffing, just sprinkle it over the filled shells. Pour remaining cheese sauce over filled manicotti. At this point the casserole can be cooled in the refrigerator, then wrapped and frozen up to 3 months. To thaw and reheat, thaw casserole overnight in refrigerator, then uncover, sprinkle with 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, and bake at 350 degrees F for 40-50 minutes. If not freezing casserole, sprinkle with 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes until bubbly. Serves 8

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7. Alpine Meatballs
Posted by: “Cristie

Alpine Meatballs

I love the combination of shredded Swiss cheese, chopped celery leaves, nutmeg, and cooked rice in these tender meatballs. Your family will love it too!
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 70 minutes
Ingredients:
a.. 1/2 lb. ground beef
b.. 1/2 lb. ground pork OR another 1/2 lb. ground beef
c.. 1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided
d.. 1 egg, beaten
e.. 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
f.. 1/4 cup chopped celery leaves
g.. 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
h.. 1/4 tsp. allspice
i.. 1 cup cooked rice
j.. 10 oz. can condensed cream of mushroom soup
k.. 3/4 cup milk
l.. 3 cloves garlic, minced
m.. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
n.. 2 cups cooked rice
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In large bowl, combine beef, pork, 1/2 cup Swiss cheese, egg, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, celery leaves, nutmeg, allspice, and 1 cup cooked rice and mix gently. Form into 1” meatballs and place on a large baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes until browned.
Combine 1 cup Swiss cheese with soup, milk, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and 2 cups cooked rice in large bowl. Add cooked meatballs and mix gently. Pour into 3 quart baking dish. Bake 325 degrees 40-45 minutes, until sauce bubbles around the edges.

To freeze, bake meatballs and cool completely in refrigerator. Combine with remaining ingredients and pour into lined baking dish. Wrap, label, and freeze up to 3 months. To thaw and reheat, thaw overnight in refrigerator. Stir casserole gently, then bake at 350 degrees for 30-45 minutes until hot and bubbly. Serves 8

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8. Chinese Pork
Posted by: “~*Piper*~”

Chinese Pork

1 1/2 pounds pork steak, cut into 1/2 inch strips
1 large onion, sliced
1 small green pepper, sliced
8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms
1 8 ounce can tomato sauce
4 carrots, sliced
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Brown pork strips in small amount of oil in skillet. Remove excess fat.
Place all ingredients with pork in crock pot and cook on low 6 to 8
hours. Serve with hot rice.

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1. Edamame Lo Mein
Posted by: “Ginny

Edamame Lo Mein

This is not the greasy Lo Mein of your favorite Chinese take-out, it tastes even better. Plus you get plenty of nutrients with the addition of edamame, a great vegetarian protein source...

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Ingredients:
a.. 8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
b.. 2 cups frozen edamame (shelled soybeans)
c.. 4 scallions, thinly sliced
d.. 1/4 cup oyster sauce, or vegetarian “oyster” sauce
e.. 1/4 cup rice-wine vinegar
f.. 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
g.. 2 teaspoons sugar
h.. 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
i.. 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
j.. 2 tablespoons canola oil
k.. 2 medium carrots, cut into matchsticks
l.. 2 small red bell peppers, cut into matchsticks
Preparation:
1.. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add spaghetti and edamame and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is just tender, 8 to 10 minutes or according to package directions. Drain.
2.. Meanwhile, whisk scallions, oyster sauce, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil and crushed red pepper in a small bowl until the sugar is dissolved.
3.. Heat canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add carrots and bell peppers and cook, stirring often, until slightly softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the pasta and edamame. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is crispy in spots, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the sauce and stir to combine.

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2. Sweet treats put spring in your step by Chef David Kelly
Posted by: “Ginny

Sweet treats put spring in your step
by Chef David Kelly
Columnist
April 15, 2010
Spring has sprung.

It’s time to get all the outside yard work started so that everything will be in order for the first barbecue. So that means we’ll have to have some treats for the troops, right?

Mint Chocolate Meringues
(makes about 50)
. 2 egg whites

. 1/2 cup superfine sugar

. 2 ounces chocolate mint sticks, chopped

. 2/3 cup heavy cream

. 2 teaspoon white creme de menthe or mint essence extract

Preheat the oven to 225 degrees.

Line two or three baking sheets with baking parchment. Whisk the egg whites until stiff; then gradually whisk in the sugar until the mixture is thick and glossy.

Fold in the chopped mint sticks, and then place teaspoons of the mixture on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Bake in the preheated oven for about one hour, or until they are crisp.

Remove them from the oven and allow them to cool before handling.

Make the filling by whipping the cream until it stands in soft peaks, then stir in the creme de menthe or mint essence.

Mix a little more then use the cream to make a sandwich, putting the meringues together in pairs just before serving.

. . .

Tasty Lemon Bars
(about 12 servings)
For the crust:

. 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature

. 6 tablespoons sugar

. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

.2-1/4 cups, sifted all purpose flour

.1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon milk

For the topping:

. 9 large eggs, beaten to blend

. 1-2/3 cups sugar

. 1-1/4 cups whipping cream

.1/2 cup plus one tablespoon fresh lemon juice

. 3 tablespoons plus one teaspoon grated lemon peel

.Whipped cream, candied fruit peel to garnish.

For the crust: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Grease and flour a 9-inch-by-13-inch-by-2-inch baking pan. Using an electric mixer, cream the butter with the sugar and vanilla in a large bowl until light and fluffy.

Mix in the flour. Add the egg mixture and stir until a crumbly dough forms. Press the dough into the bottom of the prepared pan.

Bake in the preheated oven until the crust is golden brown, about 25 minutes. Transfer the pan to a rack and cool. Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees.

For the lemon topping: Cook eggs and sugar in a large, heavy saucepan set over medium-low heat. Stir constantly until a candy thermometer registers 145 degrees, about three minutes.

Mix in the cream, lemon juice and grated lemon peel.The mixture will be very thin. Pour the mixture over the cooled crust and bake until the topping is just set, about 30 minutes. Cool completely in the pan on a rack. Before serving, cut into bars and place on a platter.

As always, enjoy!

. . .

David Kelly is a former Pittsburgh area chef who works in Atlantic City and has been bringing his favorite recipes to the North Hills for nearly two decades.

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How to Dehydrate Food Without a Traditional Dehydrator

By Josh Baum

http://www.ehow.com/how_2220777_dehydrate-food-traditional-dehydrator.html

Traditional food dehydrators are expensive and often ineffective because they generate too much heat. But you can create your very own, far superior dehydrator using common household objects. Even if you have to buy everything brand new, you’ll still save money compared to electric dehydrators.

.Difficulty: Moderately EasyInstructions.Things You’ll Need:
•Electric box fan
•Paper or cellulose furnace filters
•Bungee cords with hooks
•Fruits, vegetables or meats for dehydrating

Step 1.
Prepare your fruits and vegetables by washing and slicing them. If you plan to dehydrate meat, use very lean meat and slice it thin for the best results.

Step 2
Lay one furnace filter flat, and place your cut food pieces inside these grooves. Your furnace filters should have several V-shaped ridges. Make sure your food pieces are not so big that they spill over the edges because you’ll need to place another filter on top.

Step 3
Fill up as many filters as necessary to hold all of your food, but do not exceed five. Stack them on top of each other, and place another filter on top to completely enclose all of your slices.

Step 4
Lay the box fan flat so that the front of the fan is face up. Place the stack of filters on top of the front of the fan. Strap everything together securely using bungee cords.

Step 5
Stand the fan upright, and ensure that the bungee cords hold everything in place. Plug in the fan, set it to high and let it blow air through the food for at least three hours. Different foods dehydrate at different rates, so check on it periodically to gauge when everything is ready to be consumed.

URGENT WARNING

Cocoa Mulch, which is sold by Sainsbury’s Homebase, Home Depot, Foreman’s
Garden Supply and other Garden supply stores, contains a lethal ingredient
called “Theobromine”. It is lethal to dogs and cats. It smells like
chocolate and it really attracts dogs. They will ingest this stuff and die.

Several deaths already occurred in the last 2-3 weeks. Just a word of
caution — check what you are using in your gardens and be aware of what
your gardeners are using in your gardens.

Theobromine is the ingredient that is used to make all chocolate —
especially dark or baker’s chocolate — which is toxic to dogs. Cacao bean
shells contain potentially toxic quantities of theobromine, a xanthine
compound similar in effects to caffeine and theophylline. A dog that
ingested a lethal quantity of garden mulch made from cacao bean shells
developed severe convulsions and died 17 hours later. Analysis of the
stomach contents and the ingested cacao bean shells revealed the presence of
lethal amounts.

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Dear Reader,

Did you know that between 80 and 90 percent of adults and children in North America consume caffeine daily? Coffee is the number one beverage choice for adults to get their caffeine fix and soft drinks are the largest source of caffeine for children. Caffeine intake is linked to anxiety as well as depression because of the significant alteration of brain chemistry. To negate the effects of caffeine, the body has to find 2-3 cups of water just to remove the caffeine, a dangerous proposition for a chronically dehydrated population. Read on to learn more about the startling effects of caffeine on the body and brain.

1. The caffeine in green tea (or coffee or any other caffeine-containing beverage), for instance, is theoretically poisonous. It could be fatal if you drank a dose of 50 liters (approximately 12 gallons) of green tea, which contains 10 grams of Caffeine. Green tea is considered nontoxic because it is impossible for anyone to drink 12 gallons of the beverage in a single sitting.

- Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Herbal Healing: An Easy-to-Use A-Z Reference to Hundreds of Common Disorders and Their Herbal Remedies

2. But some people are so sensitive to the effects of caffeine that they should stay away from coffee, tea, and caffeinated soft drinks at any time in the afternoon. And don’t assume that decaffeinated coffee is the solution to your insomnia problems. If heartburn is contributing to your nighttime sleep woes, the culprit could be decaf coffee, which can trigger acid reflux that may wake you up.

- Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D., Best Choices From the People’s Pharmacy

3. A study has revealed that among coffee drinkers, slow caffeine metabolizers seem to be at substantially higher risk of heart attack than fast metabolizers. The more coffee the slow metabolizers drank, the greater their danger. Since these variations have not been taken into account in prior studies, they may be the reason for the inconsistent findings about coffee and blood pressure. It is not possible to easily tell whether you are a rapid or slow caffeine metabolizer, so we encourage people with hypertension to err on the side of moderate caffeine consumption.

- Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D., Best Choices From the People’s Pharmacy

4. It is important for alcoholics to avoid refined sugars and caffeine, as they stress blood sugar control mechanisms and may increase the craving for alcohol. In one study, excluding caffeine, junk food, dairy products, and peanut butter was compared to a control diet for six months. Eighty-one percent of the subjects on the treatment diet remained sober, compared to less than 40 percent on the control diet. B vitamins are extremely critical in the nutritional support for alcoholism. Alcoholics are almost always deficient in at least one of the B vitamins.

- Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D., The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods

5. The sensitivity to the stimulant effects of caffeine varies greatly from one person to the next. This is largely a reflection of how quickly the body can eliminate caffeine. In other words, some people are more sensitive to the effects of caffeine than others, due to a slower elimination of these substances from the body. Even small amounts of caffeine such as those found in decaffeinated coffee or chocolate, may be enough to cause insomnia in some people.

- Michael T. Murray, N.D., Joseph E. Pizzorno, N.D., Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine, Revised Second Edition

6. Although caffeine is a well-known stimulant, the intensity of response to caffeine varies greatly; people prone to feeling depressed or anxious tend to be especially sensitive to caffeine. The term caffeinism is used to describe a clinical syndrome, similar to generalized anxiety and panic disorders, that includes such symptoms as depression, nervousness, palpitations, irritability, and recurrent headache. Several studies have looked at caffeine intake and depression. For example, one study found that, among healthy college students, moderate and high coffee drinkers scored higher on a depression scale than did low users.

- Michael T. Murray, N.D., Joseph E. Pizzorno, N.D., Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine, Revised Second Edition

7. Caffeine intake is linked to anxiety as well as depression for the same reasons that it produces mental and physical stimulation. Caffeine produces significant alteration of brain chemistry.

- Michael T. Murray, N.D., Joseph E. Pizzorno, N.D., Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine, Revised Second Edition

8. For every cup of tea or coffee a person ingests, the body has to mobilize about 2-3 cups of water just to remove the caffeine, a luxury it cannot afford. This also applies to soft drinks, pharmaceutical drugs, or any other substance or activity that brings about the release of stress hormones, including watching TV for many hours. As a rule, all stimulants have a strong dehydrating effect on the bile, blood, and digestive juices. To heal a cancerous growth, stimulants are counterproductive, and it is best to avoid them.

- Andreas Moritz, Cancer Is Not A Disease - It’s A Survival Mechanism

9. Simply eliminating refined carbohydrates and caffeine (which can aggravate hypoglycemia) from the diet is sometimes all that is needed for effective therapy in patients whose depression results from reactive hypoglycemia.

- Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D., The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods

10. It is especially important to eliminate or restrict intake of refined sugar and caffeine. Sugar is a major contributor to hypoglycemia, and caffeine stresses the adrenal glands. Although caffeine consumption provides temporary stimulation, regular caffeine intake may actually lead to chronic fatigue. While mice fed one dose of caffeine demonstrated significant increases in their swimming capacity, when the dose of caffeine was given for six weeks, a significant decrease in swimming capacity was observed.

- Michael T. Murray, N.D., Joseph E. Pizzorno, N.D., Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine, Revised Second Edition

11. Simply avoiding caffeine, sugar, alcohol, and any foods that trigger allergies, along with boosting B vitamins, calcium, and magnesium, can go a long way in relieving anxiety. In fact, cutting out caffeine alone often results in the complete elimination of symptoms. The diet should be rich in foods that have higher levels of B vitamins, such as leafy vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. Foods high in calcium and magnesium include sea vegetables, sesame, milk, and dairy products as well as leafy green vegetables. Stress reduction and relaxation exercises are often recommended for those suffering from anxiety.

- Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D., The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods

12. Caffeine, sugar, nicotine and alcohol damage neurons and neurotransmitters and decrease the ability to deal successfully with stress, thus a degenerative spiral begins. The Brain Longevity Diet is not severe or restrictive, but it is certainly different from the standard American diet, which consists of 35 to 40 percent fat, and includes an abundance of processed foods and refined sugars. I recommend a diet that revolves around whole grains, vegetables, non-animal protein, fruits, and an occasional serving of fish. In general, this diet is tailored to fit individual needs and preferences.

- Dharma Singh Khalsa, M.D., Brain Longevity: The Breakthrough Medical Program that Improves Your Mind and Memory

13. Since caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant, the people in this country are electrified: always on, brains jazzy as neon, bodies humming like generators. Unfortunately, quite a few of them also end up electrocuted. The Country of Caffeine is America, of course. And many of its highly caffeinated citizens are nervous and irritable and can’t get a good night’s sleep. They have headaches, queasy stomachs, and daytime drowsiness. And they may be putting themselves at risk for osteoporosis, heart disease, and possibly even certain types of cancer. All because of caffeine.

- Bill Gottlieb, Alternative Cures: The Most Effective Natural Home Remedies for 160 Health Problems

14. Elias also asks his fibroid patients to avoid refined sugar, white flour, alcohol, caffeine, and cigarettes, all of which stress the body and interfere with healing because they overwork the liver and lead to stagnation and fibroid growth.

- Bill Gottlieb, Alternative Cures: The Most Effective Natural Home Remedies for 160 Health Problems

15. It is also important to reduce the intake of alcohol (especially beer), caffeine, and sugar, all of which have an adverse effect on the way testosterone is metabolized and cleared from the body.

- Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D., The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods

16. Too much caffeine can raise blood pressure and lead to insomnia. In addition, it can be addicting.

- Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D., Best Choices From the People’s Pharmacy

17. Intolerance to some foods, such as lactose, fructose, caffeine, fiber, or legumes, in patients with IBD is also often suspected because these foods have the same effects in normal individuals. In the latter case, the disease or its consequences (e.g., short bowel, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, obstruction) may make the consequences of the food intolerance more profound. - Ann M. Coulston and Carol J. Boushey, Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease

18. In 1943, we published a paper on caffeine withdrawal headache as a clinical entity by using the individual patient as his or her control. The patients abstaining from caffeine drinks of all kinds were given numbered envelopes, which contained increasing doses of caffeine. On the seventh or eighth day, all the capsules in the envelope were placebos, which on withdrawal of caffeine precipitated a monstrous headache. The patient appeared at the laboratory, where the headache was studied biochemically and the patient was treated.

- Carl C. Pfeiffer, Nutrition and Mental Illness: An Orthomolecular Approach to Balancing Body Chemistry

19. However, an overexcited and suppressed immune system eventually fails to provide the “energizing” adrenaline and cortisol boosts needed to free the body from the acidic nerve toxin caffeine. At this stage, people say that they are “used” to a stimulant, such as coffee. They tend to increase their intake of it to feel the “benefits.” The often-heard expression, “I am dying for a cup of coffee,” reflects the true peril of their situation.

- Andreas Moritz, Cancer Is Not A Disease - It’s A Survival Mechanism

20. Stimulants such as caffeine, nicotine and alcohol affect the nervous system. The nervous system and the gut are tightly connected. When it is stimulated it can cause a chain reaction of gastrointestinal upset, gas, bloating, constipation and diarrhea. Food sensitivities may play a role in autoimmune conditions. If you have a reaction to certain foods, you may inadvertently be causing an inflammatory reaction in your body. Take care to avoid certain foods that are triggers for your condition.

- Heather Caruso, Your Drug-Free Guide to Digestive Health

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Gobi Taka Tak (Cauliflower Sauteed with Peppers, Tomato & Yogurt) Served Over A Lentil Pilaf

I think my kids might hate white vegetables.

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Now on the one hand I realize I have little to complain about (although don’t think I don’t work at it, with Alex especially). But on the other hand, given how much they like other white foods (bread, pasta, rice, yogurt), why I cannot get my kids to give potatoes, cauliflower and other white veggies more of a chance is beyond me.

Enter the local renovated Kroger’s.

As many of you know I am in love with a Cincinnati international and all things foodie emporium called Jungle Jim’s—which I get to about once a month since I live out a ways. Once a month is not good odds for experimenting with produce, so I tend to stick to what is on my list when I walk into the store. However, the local Kroger’s has been renovated, and suddenly I have a produce smorgasbord available to me 7 minutes away. Nothing too exotic mind you, but great previously unavailable choices.

This is very exciting.

It has led to me trying broccoflower for the first time ever, and the rainbow hued cauliflower (that’s essentially what it is) was a huge hit with my kids. After filling up on the dish in general, Alex actually picked the remaining broccoflower pieces out of the dish to make sure she ate every last bite. This opens up a very large world of possibilities for us, because I am always scrambling for Indian vegetable dishes—and Indian cuisine and cauliflower make a great match.

This first broccoflower dish I served with a rice and lentil pilaf, heavy on the lentils. Now let me be clear, all things being equal I would serve it with basmati rice. But you remember those heavenly whole spiced potatoes? I was serving them with this meal, so I wanted a way to de-starch the meal, serving more protein and less carbs. I think it worked out really well. If you love Indian potatoes as much as I love Indian potatoes, I really recommend this as a way to not serve 2 big carbs with your meal.

Gobi Taka Tak (Cauliflower/Broccoflower Sauteed with Peppers, Tomato & Yogurt)
Adapted from Suvir Saran’s Indian Home Cooking

vegetable oil to fill the bottom of your wok or fry pan to about 1 inch depth
1 medium head of cauliflower (or equivalent broccoflower), cored and cut into small florets
1 scant t cumin seeds
1 small-medium onion, diced
salt to taste
2 inch piece ginger, peeled and minced (I had to sub pickled baby ginger, rinsed, and it actually worked great)
4-6 cloves garlic
1/2 fresh hot chile pepper, minced, optional (I always leave out bc of Alex)
2 t ground cumin
2 t garam masala
1/2 t cayenne pepper or paprika, to heat preference
2/3 cup plain yogurt, whole fat, preferably Greek yogurt or similarly thickened/strained
1 sweet bell pepper, finely chopped (can use green, but I like sweeter colored ones)
4 small tomatoes, finely chopped (I used frozen from last summer)
1-2 T fresh chopped cilantro

Heat the oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium high heat. When it is shimmering hot, add the cauliflower and stir fry it, pushing and flipping it gently to make sure it is evenly cooked. After about 7 minutes (could be longer if your pieces are bigger), when the cauliflower is tender crisp, remove the vegetables with a slotted spoon to drain on a paper towel (toss the paper towel after a few moments so they do not sit in the drained oil).

Discard all but a film of the oil and add cumin seeds. Let them darken and become fragrant, about 1 minute. Then add the onion with a pinch of salt and stir fry for 5 minutes, until the edges of the onions start to turn brown.

Add the minced ginger, garlic, and optional fresh chile pepper and cook for an additional minute, still stirring. Then add the ground cumin, garam masala, cayenne/paprika, and yogurt and cook for 2 minutes, stirring to combine.

Add the bell pepper, tomatoes and cooked cauliflower and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes. Add a pinch of salt with the veggies, and then taste again for salt at the end of the 5 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with basmati rice or some sort of pilaf.

Pilaf of Basmati Rice, Lentils De Puy, & Onions
Recipe by The Spiced Life

*Note that this recipe make about double what you would need for the recipe above; cut in half for serving with the previous recipe.

1 cup basmati rice, rinsed thoroughly and soaked for 30 minutes
1 1/2 cups lentil de puy (or some other lentil which holds its shape when cooked)
pinch of turmeric
pinch of paprika or cayenne
pinch of ground cumin
4 whole onions, thinly sliced
1-2 T vegetable oil
1 t dark mustard seeds (could sub cumin seeds)
salt to taste

Preheat the oven to 275 F.

Begin by cooking the lentils in a pot with water to cover by about 3 inches plus pinches of ground cumin, turmeric and paprika/cayenne. Cook until tender but still holding their shape—I start checking at around the 20 minute mark. When they are close, add salt to taste and cook until done and then taste for additional salt. Drain and set aside.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil while you continue with the recipe.

In a large Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium high heat and add the mustard seeds and let pop (if you use cumin seeds, watch for darkening and fragrance, about 30-60 seconds). When they have finished popping, add the onions with a pinch of salt. Fry until they are dark brown and caramelized, stirring and adding water as necessary to prevent scorching (add it by the tablespoon). When they are close to being done, reduce the heat the lowest setting and work on the rice, stirring the onions occasionally.

After the rice has soaked, boil the rice for 2-5 minutes, until it is still firm but it no longer hard or crunchy in the middle. Drain the rice and then add to the onions with the lentils. Mix thoroughly, seal tightly, and place in the oven for 20 minutes. Serve immediately.

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Crafters Medley: 25 Neat-O Projects To Make (April 2009)

Posted By TipNut On April 25, 2009 @ 6:33 am In Crafty Ideas | No Comments

Colored Glass Garden Votives Project By bhg.com
1. Colored Glass Garden Votives [1]: Pint-sized canning jars, glazed with paint to match a garden’s decorating scheme, provide pretty, low-cost candle lanterns.
2. A Purse Thingy [2]: A little keychain / cell phone / id / coin / whatever-else-you-want-to-throw-in-there purses. Cute!
3. Pintuck Pillows [3]: Made with washed silk, how elegant looking!
4. Lavender Drawer Liner [4]: Throw out the scented paper and make your own fabric drawer liners stuffed with dried lavender.
5. Recovering a Lampshade Tutorial [5]: Use the fabric of your choice to make a truly unique look.
6. Dress Lavender Sachet Tutorial (pdf) [6]: Bustle and Sew’s dress is filled with lavender and some toy stuffing, but you can use whatever you wish. Tutorial from Bustle And Sew [7].
7. Pretty Crochet Coffee Cozy Tutorial [8]: Protect your hands with this cutey when holding a hot cuppa.
8. Neat Potholders [9]: These are new to me, the potholders fold in half with a pocket on each side (scroll down to bottom to see an example).
9. (Not Your) Mum’s Hotpad [10]: Whoa! Love these, very vintage style.
10. Waffle Dish Cloths – Tutorial [11]: Trimmed with fabric, these couldn’t be sweeter.
11. Placemat Hack: Flaptop Laptop Cover [12]: Here’s a tutorial you can follow to make some jazzy padded laptop covers for yourself or for gifts. You’ll need a little more than basic sewing skills to do this, but it’s worth the time and it’s very customize-able. Also see 12 Laptop Sleeves & Cases: Free Tutorials & Patterns [13].
12. Gift Bags Made From Envelopes [14]: Make these extra special by stamping or printing a unique design.
13. DIY Padded Envelopes Tutorial [15]: You can have fun and use lots of different papers.
14. Doily Pincushion Tutorial [16]: Make a basic petal pincushion and top with a pretty doily. Also see 46 Free Pincushion Patterns [17].
15. The 32-minute Messenger Bag Tutorial [18]: Couldn’t be simpler to make.
16. Reusable Lunch Bag Tutorial [19]: Love the button top closure and the simple design (with a bit of embroidery too).
17. Paper Mache Bluebirds [20]: Who knew paper mache could be so cool?
18. DIY: Coasters [21]: Turn cheap ceramic tiles into something charming.
19. How to Make Japanese Papercraft Boxes [22]: These instructions will take you through the steps of making a business card display box, but the techniques are general and can be used for any shape that you like.
20. Candle Tissue Transfer Tutorial [23]: Decorating a candle using the Tissue Paper Method is a very popular method and easy to do.
21. How to Make a Chalkboard Message Center and Polka-dot Pots [24]: Two different projects, both easy to make.
22. Glass Tile Pendants Tutorial [25]: Easy project, can make a nice personalized gift.
23. Tutorial: Embellished Photo Mats [26]: Embellished photo mats are a super easy way to add a special touch to a photo.
24. A Kiddo’s Pocket Organizer [27]: Here’s how you can make a little pocket hanger for a toddler bed using two fat quarters, some batting, and thread.
25. Diddy Bag [28]: Crocheted and felted bucket bag to hold your yarn and needles.

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* Crafters Medley: 26 Neat-O Projects To Make (October 2009) [29]
* Crafters Medley: 32 Neat-O Projects To Make (April 2010) [30]
* Crafters Medley: 30 Neat-O Projects To Make (May 2009) [31]

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URLs in this post:

[1] Colored Glass Garden Votives: http://www.bhg.com/crafts/nature/garden-projects/colored-glass-garden-votives/

[2] A Purse Thingy: http://thimbleanna.com/?p=566

[3] Pintuck Pillows: http://thelongthread.com/?p=3332

[4] Lavender Drawer Liner: http://www.marthastewart.com/article/lavender-drawer-liner

[5] Recovering a Lampshade Tutorial: http://craftylittlechick.blogspot.com/2009/03/recovering-lampshade-tutorial.html

[6] Dress Lavender Sachet Tutorial (pdf): http://www.mediafire.com/file/jxzzyj1dtyo/Lavender%20Sachet%20pdf.pdf

[7] Bustle And Sew: http://bustleandsew.blogspot.com/

[8] Pretty Crochet Coffee Cozy Tutorial: http://goingsewcrazy.typepad.com/my_weblog/2008/06/pretty-crochet-coffee-cozy-tutorial.html

[9] Neat Potholders: http://vickiwelsh.typepad.com/field_trips_in_fiber/2009/04/i-need-potholders.html

[10] (Not Your) Mum’s Hotpad: http://sewtakeahike.typepad.com/sewtakeahike/2008/05/not-your-mums-h.html

[11] Waffle Dish Cloths – Tutorial: http://fredashive.blogspot.com/2009/04/waffle-dish-cloths-tutorial.html

[12] Placemat Hack: Flaptop Laptop Cover: http://curbly.com/ModHomeEcTeacher/posts/4430-Placemat-Hack-Flaptop-Laptop-Cover

[13] 12 Laptop Sleeves & Cases: Free Tutorials & Patterns: http://tipnut.com/laptop-sleeves-cases/

[14] Gift Bags Made From Envelopes: http://howaboutorange.blogspot.com/2009/03/gift-bags-made-from-envelopes.html

[15] DIY Padded Envelopes Tutorial: http://swirlyarts.blogspot.com/2009/03/tutorial-to-make-your-own-padded.html

[16] Doily Pincushion Tutorial: http://whosies.blogspot.com/2009/03/blog-post.html

[17] 46 Free Pincushion Patterns: http://tipnut.com/22-free-pincushion-patterns/

[18] The 32-minute Messenger Bag Tutorial: http://thequiltingdiaries.blogspot.com/2009/04/32-minute-messenger-bag-tutorial.html

[19] Reusable Lunch Bag Tutorial: http://prettypennydesign.typepad.com/my_weblog/2009/03/i-have-a-little-bit-of-a-fetish-for-the-traditional-brown-paper-lunch-bag-from-the-amazing-origami-of-how-it-folds-so-small.html

[20] Paper Mache Bluebirds: http://ultimatepapermache.com/cheap-art/paper-mache-bluebirds

[21] DIY: Coasters: http://www.stylemepretty.com/2009/03/30/diy-coasters/

[22] How to Make Japanese Papercraft Boxes: http://www.evilmadscientist.com/article.php/washibox

[23] Candle Tissue Transfer Tutorial: http://www.papercraftjunkies.com/content/2009/01/candle-tissue-transfer-tutorial/

[24] How to Make a Chalkboard Message Center and Polka-dot Pots: http://heidikins.com/2009/04/15/doin-it-myself-how-to-make-a-chalkboard-message-center-and-polka-dot-pots/

[25] Glass Tile Pendants Tutorial: http://treyandlucy.blogspot.com/2009/01/love-these.html

[26] Tutorial: Embellished Photo Mats: http://tinydecorblog.com/blog/2009/04/22/tutorial-embellished-photo-mats/

[27] A Kiddo’s Pocket Organizer: http://muddlepud.blogspot.com/2009/03/tutorial-tuesday-kiddos-pocket.html

[28] Diddy Bag: http://www.berroco.com/exclusives/diddy_bag/diddy_bag.html

[29] Crafters Medley: 26 Neat-O Projects To Make (October 2009): http://tipnut.com/crafters-october-2009/

[30] Crafters Medley: 32 Neat-O Projects To Make (April 2010): http://tipnut.com/crafters-april-2010/

[31] Crafters Medley: 30 Neat-O Projects To Make (May 2009): http://tipnut.com/crafters-may-2009/

Crafters Medley: 23 Neat-O Projects To Make (March 2010)

Posted By TipNut On March 20, 2010 @ 6:08 am In Crafty Ideas | 1 Comment

Vintage Playing Cards Wall Decor By justsomethingimade.blogspot.com

1. Deck of Cards-Vintage Wall Decor: Free Digital Downloads [1]: (as seen in picture) Create very cool faux antique wall decor (includes graphic downloads).
2. Ruffled Apron Tutorial [2]: This is tutorial is for a lined apron….so you may cut the same pattern fabric for both sides OR have a different pattern for each side.
3. Tutorial: A Super-Simple Way To Cover A Composition Book [3]: Cover old-school composition books with fabric and fusible web.
4. Geek Chic: (e)Book Lover [4]: Learn how to make a fabric cover for your digital book reader.
5. How-To: Make a Custom, No-Sew Tool Belt from Repurposed Fabric [5]: Create a durable, customized tool belt on the cheap.
6. Pottery Barn Knockoff: Lovely Numbered Pots [6]: Turn small terracotta garden pots into versatile organizers.
7. Scrappy Clutch [7]: Make yourself a cute little clutch from fabric scraps.
8. Crochet Quadrant Blanket Pattern [8]: Quadrant is a great pattern for new crocheters. You’ll practice making double crochets, changing colors, and making and joining granny squares.
9. Ribbon-Weaved Crochet Handbag [9]: Crochet a stylish handbag using these free instructions.
10. Garden Tie-Backs [10]: Crochet pattern for pretty flower tie-backs.
11. Two Socks At Once Tutorial [11]: Knit socks two at a time on circular needles WITHOUT ever re-arranging the stitches!
12. Tutorial: Crock Pot Yarn Dyeing! [12]: Dye your own yarn with kool-aid mix and a crockpot.
13. Woven Square Slippers: A Tutorial [13]: Learn how to make slippers out of woven squares.
14. Chunky Cup Coasters [14]: Crochet some colorful coasters, quick & easy!
15. Big List Of DIY Wall Art Ideas [15]: From How About Orange.
16. Tutorial: Car Seat Book Holder [16]: Crafty way to use up fabric scraps (and useful too!).
17. Book Bag Literally: Tutorial [17]: Take a hardcover book, some decorative handles and voila! a book bag.
18. DIY Pattern Weights [18]: Make (pretty) pyramidal bean bags to use as pattern weights.
19. Tutorial: Boy’s Messenger Bag [19]: Turn a military ammo bag and turn it into something stylish.
20. Tablecloth To Treat Bags [20]: Make reuseable treat bags from a tablecloth.
21. How To: Lilac Gift Tag [21]: Make these pretties for any special occasion.
22. Simple Seat Belt Cover [22]: Little fleece seat belt covers for more comfort in the car.
23. Hot Pads Tutorial [23]: Little oblong pads that have pockets for your fingers. Also see this big list of potholder patterns [24].

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* Crafters Medley: 27 Neat-O Projects To Make (February 2010) [25]
* Crafters Medley: 32 Neat-O Projects To Make (April 2010) [26]
* Crafters Medley: 24 Neat-O Projects To Make (March 2009) [27]

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URLs in this post:

[1] Deck of Cards-Vintage Wall Decor: Free Digital Downloads: http://justsomethingimade.blogspot.com/2010/02/deck-of-cards-vintage-wall-decor-free.html

[2] Ruffled Apron Tutorial: http://schneider2010.blogspot.com/2010/03/ruffled-apron-tutorial.html

[3] Tutorial: A Super-Simple Way To Cover A Composition Book: http://www.craftypod.com/2010/03/07/tutorial-a-super-simple-way-to-cover-a-composition-book/

[4] Geek Chic: (e)Book Lover: http://handmademommy.blogspot.com/2010/03/geek-chic-ebook-lover.html

[5] How-To: Make a Custom, No-Sew Tool Belt from Repurposed Fabric: http://manmadediy.com/chris/posts/109-manmade-video-how-to-make-a-custom-no-sew-tool-belt-from-repurposed-fabric

[6] Pottery Barn Knockoff: Lovely Numbered Pots: http://songbirdisnesting.blogspot.com/2010/03/my-very-first-pottery-barn-knock-off.html

[7] Scrappy Clutch: http://fromanigloo.blogspot.com/2010/03/scrappy-clutch.html

[8] Crochet Quadrant Blanket Pattern: http://www.loopknits.com/2010/02/13/quadrant-blanket/

[9] Ribbon-Weaved Crochet Handbag: http://www.bhg.com/crafts/knitting/clothing/ribbon-weaved-crochet-handbag/

[10] Garden Tie-Backs: http://littlecherrytops.typepad.co.uk/cherryheart/2010/02/garden-tiebacks.html

[11] Two Socks At Once Tutorial: http://lazyperryranchblog.blogspot.com/2008/02/two-socks-at-once-tutorial.html

[12] Tutorial: Crock Pot Yarn Dyeing!: http://www.leethal.net/zine/?p=764

[13] Woven Square Slippers: A Tutorial: http://knittinginterrupted.com/2010/02/24/woven-square-slippers-a-tutorial/

[14] Chunky Cup Coasters: http://deezkatz.blogspot.com/2010/03/chunky-cup-coasters-tutorial.html

[15] Big List Of DIY Wall Art Ideas: http://howaboutorange.blogspot.com/2010/02/big-list-of-diy-wall-art-ideas.html

[16] Tutorial: Car Seat Book Holder: http://lovelypraiseworthy.blogspot.com/2010/02/tutorial-car-seat-book-holder.html

[17] Book Bag Literally: Tutorial: http://www.remodelaholic.com/2010/02/book-bag-literally-tutorial.html

[18] DIY Pattern Weights: http://fivegreenacres.wordpress.com/2010/02/17/tools-of-the-trade-pattern-weights/

[19] Tutorial: Boy’s Messenger Bag: http://www.ambrosiagirl.com/blog/tutorial-boys-messenger-bag/

[20] Tablecloth To Treat Bags: http://www.mypapercrane.com/blog/?p=1759

[21] How To: Lilac Gift Tag: http://sunshinescreations.vintagethreads.com/2010/01/how-tolilac-gift-tag.html

[22] Simple Seat Belt Cover: http://makeitfromscratch.blogspot.com/2010/03/simple-seat-belt-cover.html

[23] Hot Pads Tutorial: http://craftyasiangirl.blogspot.com/2009/12/hot-pads-tutorial.html

[24] this big list of potholder patterns: http://tipnut.com/potholder-patterns/

[25] Crafters Medley: 27 Neat-O Projects To Make (February 2010): http://tipnut.com/crafters-february-2010/

[26] Crafters Medley: 32 Neat-O Projects To Make (April 2010): http://tipnut.com/crafters-april-2010/

[27] Crafters Medley: 24 Neat-O Projects To Make (March 2009): http://tipnut.com/crafters-medley-march/

Crafters Medley: 27 Neat-O Projects To Make (February 2010)

Posted By TipNut On February 20, 2010 @ 6:27 am In Crafty Ideas | 1 Comment

Puffy Pouch Tutorial By ayumills.blogspot.com

1. Tutorial: Puffy Pouch [1]: (As seen in picture above) What a lovely, unique little pouch to sew!
2. Circular Needle Clutch [2]: Nice fabric organizer to make for circular knitting needles.
3. Cosmetic Bag Tutorial [3]: Nice boxy shaped pouch to whip up for your cosmetics (or anything else you like). Also see this list of makeup bag patterns [4] for more inspiration.
4. The Any-Paper Holder Tute [5]: Make a toilet paper or paper towel holder to perfectly match your decor with this easy project.
5. Make It: Denim Wine Bags [6]: Ha! Clever wine bags with a pocket for the wine bottle opener–so clever!
6. Decorative Mini-Journal Note Pads [7]: Top homemade notepads with decorative paper and embellish with buttons and other pretties, quite charming and gift-worthy!
7. Super Easy DIY: Fabric Covered Lampshades [8]: Bored with your lampshades, well be bored no more! Check out this tutorial for how to jazz things up (easy-peasy!).
8. Cherry Blossom Lantern [9]: Paint cherry blossom branches on a rice paper lantern then attach faux cherry blossoms to make this pretty oriental lantern.
9. Braided Chain Tutorial [10]: Make a super simple, 30 minute necklace from enamel or vintage chains.
10. Tutorial: Sew A Small Lined Purse [11]: Perfect fit for your keys, credit cards, and cell phones (or a small camera).
11. Cat House {Tutorial} [12]: Make your cat the king (or queen) of this charming house. See more fun projects for pets here: 20 DIY & Craft Projects: {Pets} [13].
12. Portable DVD Player Tote [14]: Complete with a shoulder strap and divider.
13. Gorgeous Slippers – Free Pattern [15]: Knit up some cozy pom-pom topped slippers with this easy pattern. Also see this collection of free slipper patterns [16] (knit, crochet & sewn).
14. Quilty Belt Tutorial [17]: Make a one-of-a-kind patchwork belt out of fabric scraps and a canvas D-ring belt.
15. Tutorial: Ruffle Pillow [18]: Make a cute ruffly pillow using an old t-shirt.
16. Cute Dryer Socks Gloves [19]: Take socks that are orphaned from the dryer and use them to make these charming gloves.
17. Painted Pebble Magnets [20]: Shape FIMO or Sculpey modeling clay into flattened balls (that look like smooth pebbles), bake, decorate with paint and make them into these lovely magnets.
18. Sweetheart Pincushion Tutorial [21]: A sweet little pincushion with a decorative heart insert. Looking for more pincushion ideas? See this list of pattern freebies [22].
19. Jewelry Organizer How-To [23]: Cover a bamboo cutlery tray with decorative paper, glue on decorative pegs and here’s a gift-worthy organizer for your jewelry.
20. Doily Pillow Tutorial [24]: Need an idea to use up those lovely, vintage doilies? Use them to cover a pillow–so pretty!
21. Padded Camera Strap Slipcover Tutorial [25]: Comfy camera straps that are lined & padded.
22. Triple Border Dish Towels [26]: I love these! Nice way to perk up the kitchen.
23. Reusable Produce Bags Tutorial [27]: Quick and easy reusable bags to make out of mesh netting or tulle. Also see the reusable grocery bags list here [28].
24. Cereal Box Journal [29]: Here’s a quick and easy way to re-use a cereal box and make a useful journal from it (similar to the moleskin journals).
25. Crochet Clothespin Bag Pattern [30]: Quick and easy bag with a twist: embellish with sweet little crocheted clothes hanging on a clothesline.
26. Tag Wallet Tutorial [31]: Snip those clothing tags zig-zag sew together with a bit of ribbon and voila! quite the creative wallet!
27. Book Cover With Magnetic Closure [32]: Creative idea for keeping a book cover closed with a magnet flap. Tutorial shows how to attach the magnet to a fabric book cover.

Don’t Miss These Tips:

* Crafters Medley: 30 Neat-O Projects To Make (February) [33]
* Crafters Medley: 23 Neat-O Projects To Make (March 2010) [34]
* Crafters Medley: 32 Neat-O Projects To Make (April 2010) [35]

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URLs in this post:

[1] Tutorial: Puffy Pouch: http://ayumills.blogspot.com/2010/01/tutorial-puffy-pouch.html

[2] Circular Needle Clutch: http://www.craftleftovers.com/blog/archives/93

[3] Cosmetic Bag Tutorial: http://hiccupps-stuff.blogspot.com/2008/09/you-know-feeling-you-get-when-you.html

[4] this list of makeup bag patterns: http://tipnut.com/makeup-bags/

[5] The Any-Paper Holder Tute: http://www.thefabricfloozie.com/?p=561

[6] Make It: Denim Wine Bags: http://cathiefilian.blogspot.com/2008/12/make-it-denim-wine-bags-recycled.html

[7] Decorative Mini-Journal Note Pads: http://thecreativeplace.blogspot.com/2009/12/tuesday-tutorial-mini-journal-notepads.html

[8] Super Easy DIY: Fabric Covered Lampshades: http://www.sweetiepiepumpkinnoodle.com/2009/05/super-easy-diy-fabric-covered-lampshade.html

[9] Cherry Blossom Lantern: http://pearandthebabes.blogspot.com/2010/02/cherry-blossom-lantern.html

[10] Braided Chain Tutorial: http://stilldottie.blogspot.com/2009/10/handmade-days-braided-chain-tutorial.html

[11] Tutorial: Sew A Small Lined Purse: http://www.blog.sugarlotus.com/2009/09/tutorial-sew-small-lined-purse.html

[12] Cat House {Tutorial}: http://sewtakeahike.typepad.com/sewtakeahike/2010/01/a-cat-house-tutorial.html

[13] 20 DIY & Craft Projects: {Pets}: http://tipnut.com/projects-pets/

[14] Portable DVD Player Tote: http://makeitandloveit.blogspot.com/2009/12/portable-dvd-player-tote.html

[15] Gorgeous Slippers – Free Pattern: http://lepetithibou.blogspot.com/2010/01/gorgeous-slippers-free-pattern.html

[16] this collection of free slipper patterns: http://tipnut.com/slipper-patterns/

[17] Quilty Belt Tutorial: http://obsessivelystitching.blogspot.com/2009/12/quilty-belt-tutorial.html

[18] Tutorial: Ruffle Pillow: http://floralshowers.com/sewing/ruffle-pillow-tutorial/

[19] Cute Dryer Socks Gloves: http://www.rufflesandstuff.com/2010/01/getting-back-at-dryer.html

[20] Painted Pebble Magnets: http://howaboutorange.blogspot.com/2007/07/painted-pebble-magnets.html

[21] Sweetheart Pincushion Tutorial: http://ohsohappytogether.blogspot.com/2010/01/sweetheart-pin-cushion-tutorial.html

[22] this list of pattern freebies: http://tipnut.com/22-free-pincushion-patterns/

[23] Jewelry Organizer How-To: http://homemadebyjen.blogspot.com/2010/02/jewelry-organizer.html

[24] Doily Pillow Tutorial: http://racheldenbow.blogspot.com/2010/01/doily-pillow-tutorial.html

[25] Padded Camera Strap Slipcover Tutorial: http://priddycreations.blogspot.com/2010/01/camera-strap-slipcover-tutorialof.html

[26] Triple Border Dish Towels: http://sew4home.com/projects/kitchen-linens/505-nature-brights-kitchen-triple-border-dish-towels

[27] Reusable Produce Bags Tutorial: http://smashedpeasandcarrots.blogspot.com/2010/01/reusable-produce-bag-tutorial.html

[28] reusable grocery bags list here: http://tipnut.com/35-reusable-grocery-bags-totes-free-patterns/

[29] Cereal Box Journal: http://thelongthread.com/?p=3750

[30] Crochet Clothespin Bag Pattern: http://sukigirl74.blogspot.com/2009/05/how-to-make-crochet-clothespinpeg-bag.html

[31] Tag Wallet Tutorial: http://atsecondstreet.blogspot.com/2010/02/tag-wallet-tutorial.html

[32] Book Cover With Magnetic Closure: http://mousechirpy-polkadotpineapple.blogspot.com/2009/08/book-cover-with-magnetic-closure.html

[33] Crafters Medley: 30 Neat-O Projects To Make (February): http://tipnut.com/crafters-medley-february/

[34] Crafters Medley: 23 Neat-O Projects To Make (March 2010): http://tipnut.com/crafters-march-2010/

[35] Crafters Medley: 32 Neat-O Projects To Make (April 2010): http://tipnut.com/crafters-april-2010/

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