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• Our Aussie friend, Rose, wrote: "I had trouble with the gunk in the washing machine till I changed to using vinegar instead of Staysoft in the dispenser now I have no problems it helps the clothes and it helps the washing machine to keep clean."
• Patricia says: "What I do every month is to wash a load of whites or towels. Instead of putting in fabric softener, I fill the faric softener area with white vinegar as far up as it will go. When it hits the spin cycle, it distributes it through the machine. It cuts the gunk from everywhere in the machine. I also block the little hole at the bottom of the soap dispenser and let vinegar sit for @ 1 hour to clean that out also."
• Finally, BJ added: "I SOAK MINE ONCE A MONTH IN CLOROX AND CLEAN WITH A BRUSH.ALSO RINSE IT WITH WHITE VINEGAR AFTERWARDS."

Thanks to all of you for your ideas!

Labels: cleaning tips, cleaning washing machines, how to, laundry, readers help, readers tips, washing machines

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Today's Gadget of the Day - Cuisinart Mini Prep Plus Food Processor

If you love cooking, then you likely love kitchen gadgets. Today on the Kitchen Gadget Blog I tell you why a Cuisinart mini food processor makes your life easier in the kitchen! (Hummus or salsa, anyone??)

Labels: chopping and dicing, food processors, kitchen gadgets, mini appliances, stainless steel

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Tuesday, June 19, 2007 How to Clean a Baking Stone - Kitchen Cleaning Tips and Hints

Today's household hint is on how to clean a baking stone! Thanks to our readers for the great tips on this subject.

Fun house cleaning tips & hints all the time at The Happy Slob's Housecleaning Blog.

Labels: baking stones, cleaning baking stones, cleaning questions, kitchen cleaning

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Homemade Veggie Dip Mix Recipe - Make Your Own Vegetable Dip

Vegetable Dip Mix
A delicious, all-purpose dip for your summer veggies. Plus, loads healthier and cheaper than the commercial varieties! Enjoy, veggie lovers! (Great way to get your kids to eat vegetables - just chop them up and let them dip away...)

1 T Dried Chives
1/2 t Dill Weed
1 t Garlic Salt
1/2 t Paprika

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl: blend well.
Spoon mixture onto a 6-inch square of aluminum foil, and fold to make
airtight. Label as Vegetable Dip Mix. Store in a cool, dry place and
use within 6 months.

Makes 1 package (about 2 T) of mix.

Vegetable Dip: Combine 1 T lemon juice, 1 cup
Mayonnaise, 1 cup sour cream, and 1 package of mix.
Chill at least 1 hour before serving.

Makes about 2 cups of dip.
More Homemade Dip Mix Recipes, Including Chili Cheese & Bacon Dip

Labels: chip dips, homemade dips, make your own dip mixes, vegetable dips

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Tea Time Recipes - Pecan Pie Cake - Decadent Desserts

Pecan Pie Cake Recipe
Submitted by: Pat
Wouldn't a slice of this decadent, gooey cake be delicious with a hot cup of tea? Get out your prettiest teapot and your prettiest cake standto display the cake and enjoy!

1 yellow cake mix
1 egg
1/2 c. melted butter
1 1/2 c. white Karo syrup [light corn syrup]
3 eggs
1/2 c. dark brown sugar, packed
1 tsp. vanilla
1 to 2 cups chopped pecans

Mix cake mix, 1 egg, and melted butter well. Reserve 2/3 cup of this batter. Spread the rest into a greased & floured 9 x 13 inch pan and bake at 325 degrees F. for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Mix reserved 2/3 cup batter with syrup, 3 eggs, brown sugar, vanilla and pecans. Pour this filling on top of crust and cook about 50 to 60 minutes at 325 degrees.

Labels: brunch recipes, cake recipes, decadent desserts, pecan pie, tea recipes, tea time

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Crockpot Swedish Meatballs Recipe - Easy Supper Recipes

Easy Crockpot Swedish Meatballs
Submitted by: Pat
Sounds like a great way to make meatballs of any kind - you could use different sauces to vary the taste. Using pre-made frozen meatballs makes it super easy to whip up this recipe.

- 2 jars (12 ounces each) beef gravy, or 3 cups prepared brown gravy
- 1 pound sliced mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, cut in chunks
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 2 pounds frozen meatballs, thawed
- 1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
- 12 ounces medium egg noodles, cooked and drained

-Sauté mushrooms in butter until tender. In crockpot, combine mushrooms, gravy, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and allspice. Stir meatballs into the sauce. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours. Gradually stir about 1/2 cup of the hot gravy mixture into the sour cream. Stir the sour cream mixture into the slow cooker mixture. Serve meatballs over hot buttered noodles. Serves 8 to 10

Labels: crockpot recipes, dinner recipes, easy recipes, family recipes, freezer recipes, meatballs

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