Sara Noel
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Frugal Living: Zappy ways to use your microwaveMay 10, 2011 12:00 am - Frugal families tend to buy multipurpose products. But sometimes there’s a household item you rarely use. You’ll either sell or donate it or dust it off and find new way...
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Don't throw it a-wheyMay 03, 2011 11:00 pm - Leftover liquid whey from making yogurt or cheese can be added to recipes for extra protein. You can use it to soak beans or cook rice or in place of water for pizza dou...
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Colander uses won't strain your brainApr 26, 2011 12:00 am - Colanders last a long time. But through heavy use, they get chipped, dented, partially rusted or melted. Eventually, you'll need to replace your old colander with a new ...
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Dishwashers can do more than dishesMar 29, 2011 12:00 am - Dishwashers make clean up a snap. This timesaving appliance can clean more than dishes, too. Some items shouldn't be cleaned in a dishwasher, such as cast iron, wooden o...
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Frugal living: Clean and freshen your microwaveFeb 14, 2011 11:00 pm - Microwaves get dirty and smelly. It can be a pain to keep clean if you don't clean it immediately after splatters or spills. To clean your microwave with ease, simply ad...
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New use for vegetable peelerFeb 07, 2011 11:00 pm - You can use a vegetable peeler for more than peeling vegetables. It's handy for shaving chocolate for baking or hot beverages or for hard cheeses. Use it to shave rather...
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Ways and means of scraping up some bread doughJan 17, 2011 10:00 pm - Q. Dough scrapers: metal or plastic? Which do you prefer? I don't have one yet and want to buy it only once! Rosie, Canada A. I like them both. I use them for different ...
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Use a spray bottle for dishesJan 10, 2011 10:00 pm - Ever have a dish or two in the sink that you want to wash? Don't wait for more dishes, keep the faucet running or fill a sink with soap and water. Keep a spray bottle fi...
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You can learn to survive without using your ovenJan 03, 2011 10:00 pm - Q. What do you do if you don't have your oven? For the past two weeks, I have not had an oven, and my mind has ventured onto other options. The computer board of my ...
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10 things to shop for after ChristmasDec 27, 2010 10:00 pm - The best bargains can often be found after Christmas. If you didn't get what you wanted from your holiday wish list, it's likely that you'll find it for less during year...