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Tabasco Original Red – Kick up the flavor!

Tabasco Original Red – Kick up the flavor!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of TABASCO® Original Red. All opinions are 100% mine. TABASCO® Original Red is one of my favorite sauces; fellow foodie bloggers as well as my family will attest to that. I use Tabasco sauces in numerous marinade recipes, for enhancing vegetable casseroles, as well as to kick up the flavor and heat of red beans and rice. It is no wonder the company tag line reads, “TABASCO® Original Red, “So Much More Than Hot.” Like spicy chicken? Try coating chicken thighs in Tabasco Red mixed with a bit of Honey Dijon Dressing, dredge in breadcrumbs or seasoned flour, and bake. The result is a crispy oven fried spicy chicken with just a hint of sweet. Plus avoid the fat and hassle of frying chicken! As for buffalo chicken wings, oh my gosh Tabasco Original Red is so necessary. Did you know just two tablespoons of Tabasco original sauce will...

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Tips for cleaning stainless steel cookware

Tips for cleaning stainless steel cookware

Tried-and-true tips for cleaning stainless steel cookware. General Care For daily care, hand-wash stainless steel cookware in hot, soapy water and dry it thoroughly with a soft cloth before storing. Most experts warn against citrus dish detergents or dishwasher cleaning. Removing Tough Stains Water with high calcium content leaves chalky white residue on stainless steel cookware. To remove the residue, fill the pot or pan with 1 part vinegar to three parts water. Bring to a boil, let it cool to the touch, then wash thoroughly with hot, soapy water and dry. Burned-on food is removed by first filling the pan with enough warm, soapy water to cover the mess then allow soaking for one hour. Boil the soapy water for 10 to 15 minutes and allow the water cool to the touch. Immediately scrub with a nylon-scouring pad. Wash again with hot, soapy water, rinse and dry. Repeat for stubborn residue. Use non-abrasive cleanser like Bon Ami Polishing...

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Creamy Gourmet-Style Chicken Recipe

This simple chicken dish, prepared in approximately 40 minutes, delivers a gourmet flavor without a gourmet price tag. Using the less expensive bone-in chicken breasts provides for an economical, healthy meal. Boneless chicken breast can also be used and is equally delicious. In both cases, the chicken pieces are pleasantly moist inside while retaining a lovely golden brown exterior. Inexpensive white cooking wine transforms the cream soup base into a gourmet-flavored sauce. Creamy Gourmet Chicken 5 chicken breasts, bone in, skin removed salt and pepper to taste 1 onion, sliced thin 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1/2 cup white cooking wine, divided 1/2 soup can of 2% milk 1. Season chicken with salt, pepper to taste. 2. In a large skillet, brown the chicken over medium-high heat. 3. Meanwhile, whisk the soup, remaining wine, and milk in a small bowl. 4. Remove chicken, deglaze pan with 1/4 cup of white...

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Roy Kirkham China and Box Cutters huh?

Roy Kirkham China and Box Cutters huh?

What does a Roy Kirkham “Rose D’amour” china coffee mug and a box cutter have in common? Do you struggle to open vacuum packaged meats? I hate those packages. Perhaps I am uncoordinated or just crazy but I always struggle opening those darn things. Being a fast moving person (coffee addict) makes matters worse for sure. Roy Kirkman China – “All products are manufactured to the highest standards, using unleaded glaze and a blend of fine china clays and felspars to give a bright, classical, translucent finish. Roy has always placed an emphasis on the quality of decorative patterns and the current catalogue is an expression of this wish. All patterns have been individually designed and chosen with a careful eye towards the high expectations of each customer.” Maxisafe 3 Sided Slider – “One of Martor’s Smart Knife safety cutters. A safety spring provides for automatic blade “shoot-back” into the handle in response to any uncontrolled movement – even...

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Patio Furniture Covers

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I don’t know about where you live but down here in SW Florida outdoor furniture takes a terrible beating from the weather. Two of the biggest furniture damaging culprits are sunshine and rain. Being under cover makes little difference when scorching sun beams shine through the open windows or screened partitions. Seat cushions, arm pillows, and really anything made of fabric will fade dramatically. The other factor associated with the sun is the heat. Oh my, the heat index is commonly around 105 degrees in the summer months. This intense heat really messes with fabrics, especially foam backed fabrics. Sewing your own patio seat cushions can be a real task for a Florida DIY newbie. Many fabrics that are considered outdoor fabrics elsewhere just will not hold up down here. Our furniture is hand braided resin wicker fiber and is reasonably resistant. Using individual UV resistant store bought seat cushions that are stored indoors has been cost effective and...

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DIY-Padded Bar Stool Covers

DIY-Padded Bar Stool Covers

We have a rather large kitchen island where most of the family meals are served. Knowing how hard the kids can be on furniture, especially stools, I purchased some economical all wood stools on sale for about $8.00 each maybe ten years ago. While I have repainted the legs and rungs once, those stools were a great bargain and continue to serve us well. Only problem is the stools are hard and lengthy sitting is not an option for the older folks. In fact, Dad complained that he could not make it through dinner without his leg going numb. I started thinking about buying covers for the stool. The stool cushions would need to be durable, stain resistant, and slip proof. To fit this description, my initial thought was to purchase patio furniture cushions. After browsing several patio furniture cushions sites, I looked into making my own.  Making a homemade bar stool cushion is a simple and economical task...

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Kids and Rice Krispies – No Bake recipes

Kids and Rice Krispies – No Bake recipes

Summer and kids in the kitchen is the perfect combination. What a fun learning experience it is to make snacks and desserts the kids enjoy. Making easy, no-bake goodies like Rice Krispies Treats(r) can show kids just how fun cooking can be. Kids have fun washing or scrubbing fruits and vegetables, shaping foods, measuring and mixing dry ingredients, or even pouring pre-measured liquids into the mix. Measurements, team work, and following instructions become a fun educational part of the kitchen experience. Make some summer magic with these tasty no-bake recipes for Choco P’Nutty Bars, Itsy Bitsy Fruit Pies, and Ice Cream Sandwich Treats from Ricekrispies.com. Recommend on Facebook Share on FriendFeed Buzz it up Share on Linkedin share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Share on technorati Tweet about it Buzz it up Subscribe to the comments on this post Tell a friend KathleenHey, there I'm Kathleen. My friends call me Kathy; to my kids I'm Momia. Life has afforded...

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