Fat Frog Diary

  Basic Bavarian Another classic from the unjustly maligned Joys of Jello 6th Edition, this dessert is a versatile workhorse for the busy cook. I personally modernized it by substituting Cool Whip for the original Dream Whip.    Notes: 1. Note it can be molded or made into a pie. While Jello molds can be great fun, don't hesitate to try out any of the new flexible silicone molds. One year, I used a brain-shaped mold at Halloween and squeezed red decorative gel for a bloody look.  2. Line a 1-1/2 quart mold with ladyfingers before putting in the filling. This works especially well in a trifle bowl or any clear glass bowl. Different cookies change the look and the taste. Even graham crackers jazz this versatile recipe.  3.  You can use this recipe plain, add fruit, coconut, nuts, candy or cubed colorful Jello, or layer two different flavors for a spectacular yet easy effect. You can even change out the cold water for juice or add flavors to the cold w...

https://www.hometalk.com/43747359/the-simplest-way-to-clean-silver-naturally I know! I should wait until fall when everyone pulls out grandma's silver to polish for the holidays, but I say, "Why wait? You're special too!" Seriously, what's wrong with using the "good" stuff only once or twice a year? Have a tea party in the air-conditioning with the family or have a "Christmas in July" feast. You're bored, right? It can be a chance to try out a few new recipes before you serve the guests during the holidays.  The recipe and "hack" above from Hometalk uses boiling water, aluminum foil, and baking soda. That's it. The hardest part is boiling the water, and the only concern is if you have to turn a large item, so use tongs! 

This holiday spice mix is a version of one I found online for a Scottish recipe. If you notice, variations of this set of spices are used in many recipes. I know I've done something similar in fruit cakes, baked apples, and other holiday recipes. Mixing it now makes sense to me. I can't wait to try this in a shake for a taste of the winter holidays anytime I want.    1 T. allspice 1 T. cinnamon 1 T. nutmeg 1 t. cloves 1 t. coriander 1 t. ginger 2 t. mace (optional)   Lee Plumb