Ivy says:
I love the convenience of the squeezy jelly bottles, I really, really do. No more having to get 2 knives out because I am completely skeeved at the thought of putting a used knife into the jelly container after the peanut butter, even if I wash it off. I’m strange, I know. But I [...]

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Heather says:
Bagel purists avert your eyes. I believe I’ll refer to this recipe as Quick and Dirty Bagels.” They get the job done, are much better than frozen, and do not require a whole lot of work, but I would never put them up against a genuine NY bagel. This recipe [...]

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Heather says:
Try making your own oatmeal packets. There’s no need to worry about measuring or digging for sugar and spices first thing in the morning. If you are cooking for one, add as listed to a baggie. Otherwise multiply the amounts by the number of servings you require. Use the cheap [...]

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Heather says:
Time and again I hear people lamenting their inability to cook. It’s a skill that takes practice; start with a basic, forgiving item like today’s French toast If you have children, involve them in the process, it will help them become comfortable in the kitchen. This is a great way to [...]

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Heather says:
I searched high and low. I tried at least a dozen recipes people swear were from Grandma and now I have it. This is the one I recommend to biscuit novices. This is my choice for those who are scared of rolling pins and feel unsure about kneading

Basic biscuits:

2 cups all [...]

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