Green Smoothie

Spinach-Banana Green Smoothie

1 cup Rice Milk
1 large handful Baby Spinach
1 banana

Blend spinach and milk; Add banana; Blend.

Enjoy!

I haven't been doing my green smoothies as I had been, and I certainly have noticed a difference! My morning headaches are back and my energy has been flagging, so this morning, I am back on my green drink.

Try it! [I dare you] It will boost your energy, clear your head, and start out your day out well.

[don't think that I didn't longingly look at the wonderful brownie crumbles in the leftover FHE treat pan- because I did!]

Go Green!

Take the Tissue Test!

Want Spectacular Skin?

It's easier than you think! You can improve your skin's appearance at any age simply by identifying your skin type and choosing your skin care and makeup products accordingly. If you're not sure what type of skin you have, or haven't assessed your skin in a while, take this simple tissue test to see where you stand.

First, wash your skin with your normal cleanser, but don't apply any toner or moisturizer. Wait 10 minutes, then take four squares of white tissue and use one each to blot your forehead, cheeks, nose, and chin.

If none of the tissues are left with oil on them, you have dry skin. If there is a small amount of oil on all of them, you have normal skin. If there is more oil on the tissues from your nose, forehead, and chin than the one used on your cheeks, you have combination skin. If there is excess oil on all the tissues, you have oily skin.

Now examine the skin care and makeup products you're currently using. Do they match up with your skin type? If not, it's time to go shopping! You'll be amazed how much better your skin will look and feel when you treat it according to its type!
--tip courtesy of Denise Austin--

Quick Notes

For quick notes, keep a white board marker in your bathroom cabinet.

Scribble those things that you don't want to forget on your mirror! (things often come to me when I am brushing my teeth at night-)

First thing in the morning, your note is right there, and off you go!

The Smoky Eye, by Michelle Phan

Carpet Creases?

We rearranged our bedroom the other day. After moving our outrageously heavy furniture we were left with those awful carpet indentations that take days or weeks to puff back up to size.

I don't know where I heard this because I would love to give someone credit, but I definitely did not think of this-- someone out there is a GENIUS!

Here is a great tip.

Carpet creases before:



Lay ice cubes inside the compressed areas.



The next day:



Voila!

Sparkly Scented Mirrors!

Did you know that you can wash your mirrors with air freshener?
It leaves your mirrors sparkly and the room sweetly scented!

Crusty Casserole Pans?

For the ever-so-difficult-to-clean lasagna pan--
Fill with hot water and a dryer sheet. Leave overnight.
In the morning it will just wash right off; no scrubbing!
Tip Courtesy of Stephanie (you know who you are) :)

Sticky, Drippy Mess?

Don't you just hate it when watermelon juice, drippy popsicles or ice cream cones drip up and down your Little One's arms?

Here's a handy tip. Let them wear wristbands! Yes, the kind for tennis. The drips will be mopped up by the comfy terry bands and only their hands will be sticky.

When they are done, throw the wristbands in the washer and just wash their little hands!

Sweet Basil Lasagna

1 lb. ground beef
1 bottle Classico Tomato Basil spagetti sauce
1 can tomato sauce
1 large tub of cottage cheese
4 cups shredded mozzarella or italian blend cheese
1/2 box lasagna noodles
salt
pepper
basil
parmesan
secret ingredient: 2 cups VERY HOT WATER in a measuring cup

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Brown ground beef; salt and pepper the meat; add spagetti sauce and tomato sauce; bring to a boil and turn off.

In a 9x13 glass pan layer:

meat sauce (just a bit to cover the bottom of pan)
lasagna noodles
*pour some hot water down the center of each noodle*
meat sauce (1/2 of it)
cottage cheese (half of it)
2 cups mozzarella
sprinkle with basil and parmesan;

Repeat the layers a second time
Discard remaining water

Cover with foil; bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 5 more minutes or till cheese is a bit browned.

Cabbage Patch Stew

1 1/2 - 2 lb. Hamburger
1 lg. Onion
1 C Celery, chopped
2 C Cabbage, shredded (maybe a bit more)
Salt
Pepper
1 T Worcestershire sauce
2 t. Chili Powder
2 C Water
2 cans Pinto Beans
1 (14-0z) can Tomatoes

Brown meat; add onion, celery and cabbage; cook until clear.

Add water, salt and other seasonings; add tomatoes and beans.

Simmer 30 minutes. Serve with rolls.

Mormon Pioneer Bread Recipe

I came across this little recipe in my many Google searches. I regret that I don't know where I found it. We used it in Young Women's one night. It is a great recipe because you just plop it all in, wait 30 minutes, knead and bake. We used it as Sacrament Bread in our ward for a few weeks. My family loves it!

4 Eggs
1 t. Salt
3 T Yeast
1/2 C Shortening
1/2 C Sugar
1 qt. Water, warm
12 C Flour

Mix all ingredients well. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes. Place on a floured surface and knead for 7 minutes. Shape into loaves or rolls. Bake in a 350-degree oven for 30 minutes.

Yield: 3 large loaves

Chicken Pillows

8-oz Cream Cheese, softened (Neufchatel works great & is a bit healthier)
3 T Butter, melted
2 C Chicken, cooked and cubed
1/4 tsp. Salt
Pepper, to taste
2 T Milk
2 Green Onions, sliced
1 (8-oz) can Crescent Rolls
1 C Ritz crackers, crushed

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Blend cream cheese with butter until smooth.
Add the next six ingredients and mix well.

Separate crescents into 4 rectangles, pressing seams together.
Spoon 1/2 cup chicken mixture in the middle of each rectangle. Pull 4 corners to the top, center of mixture and twist slightly; seal edges by pinching.

Brush tops with remaining butter and sprinkle with cracker crumbs.
Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.