Ingredients: 1 bunch of broccoli, cut into florets, stalks peeled & sliced on the diagonal 1 Tbsp. toasted sesame oil 1 Tbsp. low sodium soy sauce or tamari (gluten-free) 1 Tbsp. Crosby’s Fancy Molasses 3 Tbsp. fresh lime juice Salt & freshly ground... Read More...
I don’t think there is a better method around to clean your air vents! Using just a butter knife wrapped in cloth you can get in between those tiny spaces in your air vent and get rid of all of that nasty accrued dirt and dust.... Read More...
Ingredients: 2 cups dried white beans 1 slice bacon (omit for vegetarian/vegan version) 1 onion, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 2 apples, peeled and cut in chunks 1/2 cup Crosby’s Fancy Molasses 1/2 cup maple syrup 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard 1-2 Tbsp. chopped fresh... Read More...
Remove burnt on food and other messes from your stove burners with this simple cleaning method. Using a cup of ammonia and ziploc bags, allow the burners to soak overnight. In the morning you will have shiny, clean and like-new stove burners!... Read More...
Ingredients: 1 generous cup pecans or walnuts (or a combination) 1 cup pitted dates (lightly packed) 1/3 cup cocoa powder 1 Tbsp. Crosby’s Fancy Molasses 1 Tbsp. maple syrup ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut ¼ tsp. salt Instructions: Whir the nuts in a... Read More...
Use wet and dry Magic Erasers to clean all the grease and grime from your oven glass. Start scrubbing in small sections until the entire glass is clean. You will love the results! ... Read More...
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. oil 1 lb. ground turkey (or chicken) 1 red pepper, diced 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp. chili powder ¼ tsp. smoked paprika ¼ tsp. salt 1 cup crushed tomatoes ¼ cup ketchup ¼ cup chili sauce (can substitute additional... Read More...
Noise pollution is a real thing. Pour baby powder onto your wooden floor and sweep it into the cracks to quiet creaking floorboards. Wipe away the excess and enjoy the sounds of silence.... Read More...
Ingredients ¾ cup fresh orange juice ½ cup fresh grapefruit juice ¼ cup fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon honey 1 -12-ounce bottle sparkling water, chilled Long, thin strips of orange peel, grapefruit peel, and/or lime peel, curled... Read More...
Just like in the fridge, an open box of baking soda placed near your sheets and towels can prevent a musty smelling linen closet.... Read More...
Ingredients 1 lb broccoli, chopped 1 small bell pepper, diced 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries (unsweetened) 1/2 cup favourite nuts, chopped (I used pecans) 1/2 cup pumpkin or sunflower seeds 1 cup plain yogurt (2%+ fat) 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 1/2... Read More...
Keep your bathroom cleaner longer by using a liquid soap with a pump or even a hands-free soap dispenser instead. Eliminating the grimy soap dish will help your sink and counter top stay goop-free.... Read More...
Ingredients 8 ounces dried multigrain or whole wheat penne pasta 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained ¼ cup vegetable broth 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup raw cashews 1¾ cups water 1 15 to 16-ounce... Read More...
After you’re through washing dishes, don’t remove your damp gloves. Take a detour through the living room and quickly pick up scattered fur.... Read More...
INGREDIENTS 1 container Greek yogurt 1 cup thawed orange juice concentrate 2 large bananas Zest of 1 lime 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice DIRECTIONS Puree one Greek yogurt, thawed orange juice concentrate, bananas, lime zest, and fresh lime juice in a... Read More...
You only need to clean pillows and comforters two or three times a year. An easy reminder: Wash them when the seasons change.... Read More...
Ingredients 2 cups dried medium noodles (3 ounces) 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms 2 cups loose-pack frozen broccoli stir-fry vegetables ¾ cup chopped onion 1 (10.75 ounce) can reduced-fat and reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup ¾ cup fat-free... Read More...
Spot salad dressing on your shirt? Rub a little dish detergent into the stain and rinse with water. The soap is gentle enough for spot-treating most fabrics — even washable wool and silk.... Read More...
Ingredients Nonstick cooking spray 1½ pounds red or yellow potatoes, cut into 1½-inch pieces 12 ounces uncooked chicken sausage links, cut into 1-inch slices 1 large onion, cut into wedges 1 small red sweet pepper, cut into 1-inch strips 1 small green... Read More...
If you’ve got hard water, mineral buildup could be the cause of your scratchy towels. To lift deposits, wash the towels in the hottest water possible and add 1 cup of ammonia and nothing else.... Read More...
Ingredients 1 (6 ounce) container vanilla, peach, or blueberry fat-free yogurt 1 cup lightly sweetened multigrain clusters cereal 1 peach, pitted and cut up ½ cup fresh blueberries ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Divide half of the yogurt... Read More...
Don’t know what to do with leftover cabbage rolls? Transform them into a unique and hearty soup. INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 Tbsp sugar 3 clove garlic, minced 1 onion, peeled and diced 1 leaves bay 1 28-oz can tomatoes, strained and diced 4 cup... Read More...
Run a few lemon rinds through the disposal and follow with cold water to dispel any sour odors... Read More...
Ingredients 4 large bone-in chicken thighs (1¾-2 pounds), trimmed of visible fat 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided ½ teaspoon salt, divided ½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 2½ cups corn kernels (from 3 ears corn) 1 cup... Read More...
Hard-to-remove grease stains on your carpet can be shifted by sprinkling cornmeal or baking soda onto the stain, and then brushing lightly through the carpet pile. Leave overnight and vacuum up the next morning. This process may need to be repeated once or... Read More...