Day: October 27, 2023

The trick of the three sprigs of rosemary in a jar: here’s why and how to put it into practice

Fragrancing Your Refrigerator with Rosemary Rosemary, an aromatic herb with a refreshing and delightful scent, is also renowned for its antibacterial and antioxidant properties, making it a valuable asset in maintaining a clean and odor-free refrigerator. Here’s how to do it:

Step 1: Obtain fresh rosemary sprigs from your local grocery store or cultivate them at home if possible. Rosemary thrives in both pots and gardens.

Step 2: Find a jar or a small container with a lid that fits comfortably inside your refrigerator.

Step 3: Remove the leaves from the rosemary sprigs and place them inside the jar. You can gently crush them with your fingers to release more fragrance.

Step 4: Seal the jar with the lid and create small holes in the top to allow the scent to permeate.

Step 5: Position the rosemary-filled jar in your refrigerator, preferably on the top shelf or in a location that won’t disrupt the organization of your food.

Step 6: Replace the rosemary sprigs every two weeks to ensure a fresh and enduring aroma.

10 More Home Uses for Rosemary

Using rosemary to fragrance and improve the air quality in your home is a wonderful idea, and it has multiple benefits beyond just adding a pleasant scent. Here are some additional uses and tips for incorporating rosemary into your home:

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How To Make Crab Rangoon Pizza

Your favorite Chinese takeout appetizer becomes a fun dinner with this Crab Rangoon Pizza. It’s irresistible drizzled with sweet chili sauce.

Ingredients:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 ball (1 pound) of homemade pizza dough, or store-bought
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 6 ounces flake style imitation crab meat, torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Thai basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup wonton strips
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce

Instructions:

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All the tips for having orchids always in bloom

Oncidium orchids captivate with their multitude of small blooms, often unfurling in a stunning display that can last for weeks on end. Their color palette is diverse, ranging from sunlit yellows to pristine whites, passionate reds, pastel pinks, lush greens, and earthy browns.
What sets these orchids apart is their distinct floral structure. Regardless of their color or shape, one consistent feature is the orientation of the bottom petal, which stands perpendicular to the side petals.
This particular arrangement evokes images of a twirling dancer, leading to the orchid’s affectionate nickname as the “ballerina orchids.”
Exploring Orchid Diversity
The orchid family is vast and diverse, with hundreds of species flourishing in the warmth of tropical and subtropical zones. From the mist-laden heights of the Andes to the dense foliage of Jamaican rainforests and the vibrant valleys of Brazil, Ecuador, and Peru, these orchids find their homes.

Nurturing Your Orchid: Tips and Tricks:

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Revive Your Faded Orchid Blooms with This Simple Trick!

Orchids, the exquisite tropical plants, have an undeniable allure. However, they require consistent care, particularly in terms of moisture, given their natural preference for tropical conditions. Neglecting their water needs can result in drying, petal drop, and grayish roots. But before you lament a seemingly lost cause, remember: with the right steps, you can breathe life back into a parched orchid.

Understanding Orchids

Orchids can thrive indoors if provided with the conditions essential for their growth. Without proper care, these plants might suffer dehydration. But even in such a state, with proper care, it’s possible to rekindle their bloom.

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How To Make Amish White Bread

Amish white bread

Why? The ingredients were so simple, not strange at all. yeast, water and sugar. I thought it would be something I would end up throwing away, but I thought I would give it a try anyway. This is a VERY cheap bread, and I wouldn’t go out often if it was a failure.This is a foolproof recipe as long as you follow the instructions, pay attention to the amount of flour, have good yeast, and keep the temperature at least 65 degrees. For those who haven’t succeeded, try weighing the flour instead of measuring it. NOTES FOR KITHEN AID MIXER USERS:

Let the yeast rise in a bowl, then add the oil/salt and add flour about 1 cup at a time using the dough hook on low speed.

After adding all the dry ingredients, turn the speed to medium for 5 minutes.Then take out the dough, fold it to distribute the yeast evenly, form a ball and return it to the same bowl after drizzling it with a spoonful of oil (vegetarian or olive) and turn the dough so that it is evenly covered.

Cover tightly with cling film and then a tea towel. If you think your kitchen is so beautiful, there are many tips. Turn on the device for 20 seconds and then turn it off immediately. Set the dough aside to rise.I placed mine about 4 feet from the wood stove and rotated it once.

However, heating it above 115 degrees will kill the yeast. Simply kneading the dough in the oven increases the temperature of the dough. I also limited the sugar to 2 tablespoons and it’s classic country white bread. I hope this helps the few people who are having problems.

Ingredients:

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Old Fashioned Butter Cake

OLD BUTTER CAKE RECIPE

This recipe was discovered in an old McCall’s cookbook from 1910 and you will love this soft, fluffy and easy to make cake.

At first I was skeptical that a cake made from 00 flour could be both soft and moist; So far I have only achieved this effect with cake flour. Plus, I only ever have King Arthur flour in my pantry, which tends to produce a denser (but still delicious!) cake. Imagine my surprise when the cake turned out to exceed all expectations after the first bite.I don’t know if it’s the one tablespoon of baking powder or the four minutes total of beating, but whatever, the secret, this recipe works!
This will be a recipe that I will turn to again and again.

Ingredients:

Cake:

3 cups all-purpose flour

2 cups white sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

1 cup + 2 tablespoons buttermilk

1 cup butter

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

4 eggs

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How To Make The Best Mini Chicken Meatballs

Ingredients:

Biscuits Serves 8,
1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced (any leftover chicken will do)
1 can (10 1/2 ounces) reduced cream chicken fat
2/3 cups chopped low-fat cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups frozen and thawed vegetables (I used 1 cup corn, peas and carrots and 1/2 cup broccoli)

1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/ 2 teaspoon salt

Preparation:

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Cheesy Shrimp Tortellini Alfredo Skille

Cheesy Skillet Shrimp & Tortellini made with jumbo shrimp combined with cheese tortellini in a cheesy tomato basil Alfredo sauce.

As you all know I don’t eat seafood, not even shrimp, but every once in a while I’ll add it into our weekly meals to give my family some variety. Last week, I was under the weather so most of my meals consisted of soup.

Towards the tail end of the week, I started to feel a little better and finally got up enough energy to actually make a meal for my family. They had been living off of frozen leftovers and whatever else they could find and make quickly (a.k.a. they ate a lot of soup too!).

I decided it was a good day to use the frozen shrimp I had and since I had purchased some tortellini when it was on sale recently.

Ingredients:

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How To Make Lean Meatloaf

Lean Meatloaf

This delicious lean meatloaf recipe is a great way to enjoy classic comfort food without the calories and fat. The result is a hearty, healthy meal that the whole family will enjoy.
Lean Meatloaf

Looking for a super tasty and quick dinner to prepare? If you haven’t tried my lean meatloaf yet, you’re definitely going to love it! It’s low calorie, super moist, and topped with a heavenly rich, sweet ketchup.It’s much thinner than most meatball recipes because I use extra-lean ground beef, homemade whole-wheat breadcrumbs, and egg whites.

Ingredients:

¼ cup ketchup
1 tbsp. Yellow mustard
2 teaspoons brown sugar

Meatloaf:

1 pound sirloin or…

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Cowboy Meatloaf and Potato Casserole

Cowboy Meatloaf and Potato Casserole

I’m thinking about buying my first glue gun. I’ve never been a fan of DIY. Oh, I bought various things to try new craft projects like knitting, scrapbooking and jewelry making. But I’ve never bought a glue gun. For me it was about people with aprons and jars of brushes in a specially designed craft room.I never set out to take such a leap.

But my daughter wants to be Frieda Kahlo for Halloween. I need to make a headband with artificial flowers. After careful consideration, I think it’s time to buy a glue gun. I’m just wondering how long it will take before we remove the bed from the downstairs guest room and add a set of matching shelves and boxes.

When you put this grilled sausage and potato stew on the table, you won’t see any cowboys or cowgirls!

INGREDIENTS:

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