Category: How-To
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Recycled glass table
My father worked as a Construction Superintendent for F. W. Woolworth Company. He was in charge of building new stores and remodeled all of the older ones. Needless to say, there was always leftover material’s that would be discarded. Bless his heart, he would ALWAYS bring all of these items to our home to re-cycle.…
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Mamaw’s Roux
Most recipe’s call for oil in there roux but my mother in law has always made it with just flour. Her gravies and gumbo’s are out of this world and I really think this is the secret ingredient. It takes patience but WELL worth the time and effort. I usually make more than I will…
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DIY: Upholstered Grandmother’s Chair
One regret I have in life is not paying attention to my mother when she was trying to teach me to sew like her. Oh, I learned the basic’s but my mother was FABULOUS with her craft. My entire wardrobe was made by her and I am talking about designer looking clothes. She made our…
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Canned Green Beans
Living here in the deep South canning is a much safer way to preserve our garden crops in comparison to freezing them. There is always that threat of a hurricane and being without electricity for 2-3 weeks or the issue of having enough space in your freezer. I must say, I enjoy canning. Not only…
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Perfect Steak
This is another note I cut out of a magazine years ago and posted in one of my cooking journals for reference at later dates. Unfortunately I did not cut out the name of the writer. Instant-read digital meat thermometers are the best way to accurately gauge the internal temperature of a steak or roast. Remove…
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How-To: Roasted Bell Peppers
Many recipes call for roasting peppers to remove the skin and intensify the flavor of the vegetable. To roast peppers, place them whole on a large baking sheet. Bake at 500 degrees for 20 minutes or util the skin is blackened and charred. Immediately place the peppers in a paper bag, and seal the top. Refrigerate the…
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How-To: Easy Garlic Croutons
Directions: Slice bread into 1/2 inch slices. Spread softened butter on one side, sprinkle with garlic powder. Cut into 1/2 inch cubes. Place on baking sheet Bake 375 degrees for 15 minutes. Note: Great to serve over soups or salads. photo
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How-To: Boil Peanuts
We southerners love our peanuts with a passion. It’s a favorite snack roasted or boiled. Visit just about every quick stop or service station in the southeast and you’ll find a crock-pot boiling near the soda fountain. Most people get them for their drive to the beach, for tailgating at a college football game or just as…
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How-To: Poach Eggs
Poaching eggs can be tricky but if you follow these steps, yours will turn out perfectly. Make sure to start with fresh eggs; they hold their shape better. Check the egg cartons to find one with the latest date posted. Directions: Pour water to a depth of 3 inches in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil;…
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Missing Ingredient? Substitute This!
I dream of being one of those cooks that makes certain he/she has ALL ingredients before starting a recipe — unfortunately, I’m famous for starting something and then realizing that I don’t have what I need. This is a problem as we live about 10 miles from the nearest supermarket. Luckily, I found this chart in a magazine…
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How-To: 12-Minute Eggs
Directions: Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan. Add water to a depth of 3 inches, and bring to a rolling boil. When water boils, cover pan with lid, and remove from heat. Let eggs stand for 12 minutes Drain and return eggs to pan. Fill pan with cold water and ice, and…
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