Avocado Hummus

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INGREDIENTS 2 cups canned chickpeas 2 ripe avocados, cored and peeled 1/3 cup tahini 1/4 cup lime juice 2 cloves garlic 3 tbsp. olive oil, plus more for serving 1/4 tsp. cumin kosher salt 1 tbsp. chopped cilantro, for garnish Red pepper flakes, for... Read More...

Pop bottle as boot supporter

Insert an empty one-liter plastic bottle into a tall boot to keep it from sagging, creasing, or toppling over. Bonus: Upright boots create space on your closet floor to fill as you please (hmm…more boots?).... Read More...

Queens electoral boundaries could shift again

Proposed boundary changes for Queens and Shelburne County

The electoral boundaries of Nova Scotia are once again under review, and among the proposals is a big shake up for Queens. In 2012, the Queens riding was changed to encompass Shelburne County down to Barrington, and a small piece of Lunenburg County was... Read More...

Shrimp and Broccoli Pasta Salad

Shrimp and Broccoli Pasta Salad

Ingredients: 4 oz cooked shrimp 1/2 cup cooked whole-wheat elbow macaroni 1/2 steamed broccoli 4 sun-dried tomatoes, halved 1 tsp capers 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar 1/4 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp oregano Directions: Toss all ingredients and serve... Read More...

Pencil eraser as earring securer

If the backing for one of your studs goes missing, slice off a disk-shaped wedge from a pencil eraser. The earring will stay put, even if your pencil has a missing eraser.... Read More...

LRHS seeking proper running track

The Liverpool Regional High School is looking to do a big upgrade to their track and field abilities. The school is looking to put in a proper four lane running track around the soccer field so student can train at their school. Vice principal Todd Symes says... Read More...

Cinnamon Baked Pears

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INGREDIENTS 4 ripe pears 1/2 c. melted butter 1 tbsp. cinnamon sugar 1 c. old-fashioned rolled oats 1/2 c. Finely Chopped Almonds 1/3 c. brown sugar 1 tsp. ground cinnamon kosher salt   DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 400º. Halve pears and... Read More...

Tomato and Mushroom Barley Soup

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Ingredients 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Italian Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing 2 cups small fresh mushrooms 2 stalks celery, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped 1 carrot, finely chopped 2 cups water 1 can (14 fl oz/540 mL) petite diced tomatoes,... Read More...

Spicy Tuna Fish Cakes

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Ingredients 1 large potato, peeled and cube 4 (3 ounce) cans tuna, draine 1 egg 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon dry breadcrumbs, or as needed 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/4 teaspoon... Read More...

Spaghetti Squash Meatball Casserole

Spaghetti Squash Meatball Casserole

Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds) 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon fennel seed 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean) 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 medium... Read More...

Bobby pin as bookmark!

Use a bejeweled hair clip to save your place in the latest thriller. Slide the pin over a few pages (so it stays in place) to mark where you left off.... Read More...

Creamy Vegan Butternut Squash Carbonara

Creamy Vegan Butternut Squash Carbonara

Ingredients 1 pound butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes (3 cups) 1 medium onion, chopped 4 garlic cloves, divided 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 teaspoon salt,... Read More...

Post earring as eyeglasses screw!

Use a spare post earring to fix broken glasses (without resorting to tape). If the tiny screw that connects the arm to the frame of your glasses goes missing, replace it with a stud and secure it with the back for a temporary solution.... Read More...

Beet, Mushroom and Avocado Salad

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Ingredients 4 medium portobello mushroom caps 1/4 c. lemon juice 3 tbsp. olive oil 1 small shallot, finely chopped 5 oz. baby kale 8 oz. precooked beets, chopped 2 ripe avocados, thinly sliced 2 sheets matzo, crushed into bite-size... Read More...

Brooches as Refrigerator Decoration!

Instead of tossing out seldom worn or broken brooches, remove the pins with a wire cutter, glue a magnet to the back of each, then use them to mount postcards, children’s artwork, or this week’s grocery list.... Read More...

Cocoa-Banana Shake

Ingredients 1 cup light chocolate ice cream 1 medium banana, sliced 1 medium avocado, halved, seeded, peeled and chopped ½ cup fat-free milk 2 tablespoons chocolate malted milk powder 1 teaspoon vanilla Preparation In a blender combine... Read More...

Iceburgers

INGREDIENTS 1 large head iceberg lettuce 4 slices bacon 1 red onion, sliced 1 lb. ground beef kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 slices cheddar 1 tomato, sliced Ranch dressing, for serving   DIRECTIONS Slice 8 large rounds from... Read More...

How to exit a maze?

To exit a maze (in a game or real life), touch your hand to the right wall and keep walking like that. You’ll eventually reach the exit.... Read More...

Cabbage Burritos

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INGREDIENTS 8 large green cabbage leaves (from 1 head) 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 onion, chopped 1 lb. ground beef 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp. taco seasoning mix Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 (15-oz.) can black beans 1 1/2... Read More...