Spicy Microwave Walnut Brittle
Published February 20, 2012
If you have about 15 minutes and a microwave, you can make some amazing, gourmet spicy walnut brittle. No walnuts? Then cashews, peanuts or almonds all suffice. I have to warn you: Once you try this brittle, you’ll be going back for more. Continue reading
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Sour Grapes: Are Home Wine Cellars Worth It?
Published February 17, 2012
Like wine? I do. I’m no expert, but I drink enough wine I usually keep a number of bottles on hand. After all, you never quite know if you’ll want a Syrah, Chardonnay, Cabernet or something else to go with a particular meal. This brings up an interesting question: What’s the best way to store wine if you don’t have a wine cellar? Continue reading
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Abracadabra Chocolate Microwave Cake
Published February 16, 2012
This cake recipe is all about instant gratification. When you want some quick and easy dessert and it’s got to be chocolate this recipe is bound to satisfy. You can make this cake from scratch in about 5 to 7 minutes—and that includes the time you need to cook it! Continue reading
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Great Savings 7: Cut The Cost Of Habit And Addiction
Published February 15, 2012
Are you a smoker? Drinker? Drug user? Uncontrolled shopper? Collector? Sometimes the obvious way to save money is also the toughest. What we’re really talking about here is the cost of an addiction. Addictions come in all forms—everything from out-and-out drug and alcohol abuse to seemingly harmless habits like a daily visit to the local coffee stand or buying yet another pair of shoes. Continue reading
Marcia’s Spicy Macaroni And Cheese
Published February 13, 2012
Parties are great for catching up with people and when combined with food are often wonderful venues of for tasting new recipes. Such was the case at a recent gathering when our good friend Marcia shared one of her favorite recipes for Spicy Macaroni and Cheese. What makes this recipe so great is the variety of yummy cheeses she used, plus a couple extra spices not typically found in traditional Mac & Cheese recipes. I’ve just got to add, this is one super creamy and cheesy pasta you’re really going to love! Continue reading
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Great Savings 6 – Change Your Credit Card Habits
Published February 10, 2012
Today's Tip: It's time to take a closer look at those credit card habits.
Sometimes creating more from less is as simple as changing a habit. Have you really looked at your habits, lately? In this tip, we’ll examine credit cards and they way they can rob us of a secure financial future. Continue reading
Lemon Cross Cookies
Published February 9, 2012
What do you get when you cross lemon, coconut and walnut? How about Lemon Cross Cookies? Want a lighter, fresher, lemony, nutty-tasting cookie? These Lemon Cross Cookies not only taste great, but they’re dairy-free, too. Pucker up cookie fans, it’s time to squeeze those lemons and start baking. Continue reading
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Home Project Tip 13 – Installing Cabinet Knobs
Published February 8, 2012
A few months ago I installed some cabinets in my laundry room. These have been great for the added storage, but until yesterday they never had knobs. Installing knobs or pulls isn’t rocket science, but there are a few things to pay attention to as you go about the job. Continue reading
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Valentines: All In Desperation
Published February 6, 2012
We've got this whole Valentine racket figured out. Pay close attention.
Hey, it’s almost Valentine’s Day. Are you ready for the big day? Have you crossed all your “t’s” and dotted your “i’s” and come up with the ultimate way to spend the day with your sweetie? If not, you’d best hop to it. Valentine’s is serious business and you don’t want to mess it up.
Thankfully, there’s no longer any need to worry. You’ve come to the right place, you still have a few days, and we’ve made the job one you can laugh about. What’s our secret? We’ve taken on several old romantic traditions and adapted them to the reality of modern day living. These ideas are bound to become instant classics so you’d best check ‘em out. Continue reading
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Great Savings 5: Utilize Free Services
Published February 2, 2012
Our original tip #5 is still true: You can save a bundle over the long haul if you can talk a friend into cutting your hair. Yet there are many other ways to save using the same basic idea. Thus, today’s tip is all about keeping the services you really need, but finding a way to spend less on them. Are you currently taking advantage of free services? Here are six ideas for saving: Continue reading
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