http://green.yahoo.com/blog/huddlergreenhome/38/cheap-and-nontoxic-ways-to-get-rid-of-bugs.html
I am definitely going to try these! We have had ant issues lately and after trying everything I knew to do (before I read this article), we had to call pest control people. I was very hesitant to call them considering (1)I'm pregnant, (2)There is a baby in the house, and(3)There are pets in the house. However, I asked several times and they repeatedly told me is was safe for us all. Even so, I much prefer being about to pull things out of my pantry to clean and de-bug. So when those pesky ants come back, I now know how to deal with them safely!!
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Recipes My Son Loves
Baby Dude has been going through a picky phase. It happens occasionally. Typically when I'm not cooking a lot. (oops...I guess it's my fault then, huh!?!?!?)
Anyway, here are two incredibly easy recipes he (as well as the rest of the family) loves.
1. Ham and Lima Bean Soup
In a slow cooker, put frozen Lima Beans, Ham (I usually use a hunk of frozen sliced ham), and Chicken Stock. If the ham is already cut up, you're good to go; if not, wait for it to thaw/cook and then cut it up. Then, you're good to go. That's it! Make it as thin or as "stoup-like" as you want. Personally, we prefer the stoup version. And in case you don't watch Rachel Ray, "stoup" is thicker than soup, but not as chunky as stew.
2. Shepherds Pie
Saute an onion. Add ground beef, chopped up steak, or whatever meat you want. Once the meat is done, add frozen green peas and beef broth. (Lots of time, I add carrots, too.) Add salt and pepper (I tend to forget this part and add it on the plate instead!). Once it's warm and bubbly, throw it into a casserole dish. Add a thin layer of cheese (optional). A nice sharp cheddar works great, but don't put too much. Top with Mashed Potatoes. Stick in oven long enough to warm through and slightly brown the potatoes. Enjoy!
Like I said, incredibly easy and he eats them both every time!
Anyway, here are two incredibly easy recipes he (as well as the rest of the family) loves.
1. Ham and Lima Bean Soup
In a slow cooker, put frozen Lima Beans, Ham (I usually use a hunk of frozen sliced ham), and Chicken Stock. If the ham is already cut up, you're good to go; if not, wait for it to thaw/cook and then cut it up. Then, you're good to go. That's it! Make it as thin or as "stoup-like" as you want. Personally, we prefer the stoup version. And in case you don't watch Rachel Ray, "stoup" is thicker than soup, but not as chunky as stew.
2. Shepherds Pie
Saute an onion. Add ground beef, chopped up steak, or whatever meat you want. Once the meat is done, add frozen green peas and beef broth. (Lots of time, I add carrots, too.) Add salt and pepper (I tend to forget this part and add it on the plate instead!). Once it's warm and bubbly, throw it into a casserole dish. Add a thin layer of cheese (optional). A nice sharp cheddar works great, but don't put too much. Top with Mashed Potatoes. Stick in oven long enough to warm through and slightly brown the potatoes. Enjoy!
Like I said, incredibly easy and he eats them both every time!
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