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Hints from Heloise / Removing Carpet Dents
By Hklbrries
Heloise: Fill a spray bottle with hot tap water and spritz on the dents until they are pretty damp
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Stamps / How to Steam
By Hklbrries
Dear Heloise: To steam an unmarked stamp stuck to an envelope: Place a moist napkin under the envelope where the st...
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Bruschetta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Capers
By Hklbrries
The robust flavors in this intense, concentrated spread are redolent of the Mediterranean
- 4 sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
- 3 ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and finely chopped
- 3 tbsp minced red onion
- 3 tsp capers, rinsed
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp sea salt to taste
- 1 (12-inch) loaf Italian bread, cut into 24 slices
- Grated nonfat Parmesan or Romano cheese (optional)
Food Smart Tip - Sliced Lemons
By Hklbrries
My family loves slices of fresh lemon in our drinks
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Remove Candle Drippings from Wood Tabletop / Hints from Heloise
By Hklbrries
Dear Heloise: How do you remove candle drippings from your precious wood tabletop? — Rachel, via email Great q...
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Blueberry Syrup
By Hklbrries
Try this over pancakes, waffles or French toast - not to mention ice cream
- 2 1/2 cups blueberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp corn syrup
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- Dash cinnamon
Baked Quesadillas
By Hklbrries
Combine cheese, dressing and chiles in a medium bowl
- 1 cup shredded Monterey jack cheese
- 1/2 cup Hidden Valley Original Ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup diced green chiles, rinsed and drained
- 4 (9-inch) flour tortillas, heated
- Salsa, optional
- Guacamole, optional
Gingered Cream Cheese Grapes
By Hklbrries
In a bowl cream together cream cheese and ginger
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp finely chopped crystallized ginger
- 30 green seedless grapes
- 1 cup pecans, toasted lightly, cooled completely and chopped fine
Granola Pie Crust
By Hklbrries
Lightly crush granola in plastic bag with rolling pin
- 1 1/2 to 2 cups granola
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Soy flour
Black and White Brownies
By Hklbrries
Heat oven to 350 F. Line a 13x9x2-inch baking pan with nonstick aluminum foil; set aside
- Brownies:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cheesecake Batter:
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk