Clementine Hawkins' Home Economics Class

Did you know that you can get four cups of tea from one tea bag? You can and you don't lose the flavor or strength. I found this out by accident a few weeks ago. I usually used one tea bag to make two cups of tea. (I LOVE tea) I have a set of three measuring cups. 1 cup, 2 cup, and four cup. I was distracted by something and grapped the four cup measuring cup instead of the two cup. I had placed the tea bag inside it, started pouring the boiling water in it, and realized that it was the 4 cup. I just filled it up, covered it, and let set. I was surprised that there was no loss of flavor or strength. I have a variety of teas. Black teas, green teas, and herbal teas.

I would have to leave out the paprika as hubby can't have spicy foods. I would use my hands to mix the meat and spices instead of a rubber spatula/scraper. https://youtu.be/K0bzKoA9Sq4?si=AC9lq35WEiw_CMoL

Love McDonald's Egg McMuffin? Here's how to make it at home. https://youtu.be/GBHG59w2mWc?si=_Q1RvOolHAAWLRia

Better make a bunch of these for game day https://youtu.be/d_JZhpRQGZ8?si=fTDIY32bDmvDzU3h (I would include a pic but I don't know how to upload it with the new look and settings)

I know you're wondering what I'm talking about. It's those few drops left in that empty bottle of dish soap, shampoo, body wash, etc. Those really do add up and here's how. Instead of throwing those empty bottles out, put them under the sink instead of throwing them out. When the next bottle is 'empty', and you've just purchased another bottle, use a funnel to drain those few drops into the bottle you put under the sink. After a while, you'll see just how much much you've been throwing away.

Here's something that ACTUALLY works at opening jars. Instead of asking someone to help you open a stubborn jar of sauce, pickles, etc, give this a try. This method really does work. I suggest using a screwdriver that you don't risk ruining any of your kitchen knives or other kitchen utensils.

Can making peanut butter cookies get any easier than this? https://youtu.be/JKvYe_kqgoo?si=2e8FMO3YAbfF6wBs

Yep. Only TWO ingredients. Great recipe if you have any little ones who want to make their own bread. https://youtu.be/Ift-i6HRoU0?si=ADBQ_sZiK1RFZeD-

Those of us who have had these at a restaurant, know how delicious they are. https://youtu.be/TY23CKrbCDY?si=tPxPPDBIas9uuXKH

More ideas for bread dough https://youtu.be/iUE8lg1b4is?si=QgGni70-B0WS-1b-

Do you or someone you know dream of being a pastry chef? https://youtu.be/dZR7CuLSy0I?si=qaWRaN8yOqRzOlZx

Looking for new ideas for summer treats? https://youtu.be/iUE8lg1b4is?si=QgGni70-B0WS-1b-

Here's a unique way to make lasagna. https://youtube.com/shorts/qhMP4tEWD_I?si=PKXQ3vQVG0FNDIvW

They look delish. I know hubby won't eat them, so, they're all mine https://youtube.com/shorts/j0gNWpcdNcg?si=WIq733b_1Gvu0Xpd

Your family and friends ill think you got these at a bakery https://youtu.be/SfCdJOXJxuA?si=WqsMJNXNjOrK_8ru And more....

Anyone have a good mac and cheese recipe? Something like mom used to make? I've tried different recipes, but they don't come out as cheesy as mom's and grandma's mac and cheese.

How many of you have heard of depression cake? I didn't know about it. It doesn't require any dairy products or eggs. The recipe includes a recipe for a glaze frosting. You can use that, your own frosting recipe, or canned frosting. https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/tried-depression-cake-vintage-recipe-185730129.html (I couldn't find a decent pic of the depression cake)

Post your recipes for the Chinese New Year in this thread.

Fixed this recipe for meatloaf for supper. It was good, but it calls for more BBQ sauce than I normally use in my meatloaf. Gave me and hubby heartburn. Next time I'm using less BBQ sauce. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WcUnnGrumNA

Anyone ever hear of Rhubarb syrup? I haven't. https://legallyhealthyblonde.com/rhubarb-simple-syrup/?_gl=1*1llzoik*_ga*ZDJ4MXNyUEdXR3U1UkNKV2E4cWZlTldBRTBaa09QVVV1WDhvakc3NlpId2NKQ2l3R21MN3B0NFNlay1VSTliUg..*_ga_E5V4E5ZTD0*MTcxODEzMzc4NC4xLjAuMTcxODEzMzc4NS4wLjAuMA..#recipe

I'm all for trying this, but one problem. One of the ingredients is Strength 200 grams. What the heck is strength? https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=tMcOQ-wQ8iw

I Just found this recipe for McDonald's secret sauce. I don't know if it tastes the same as McD's and I may or may not make it. There's probably more recipes out there for the secret sauce, but this is the only that I came across. https://www.dailydot.com/news/4-ingredient-secret-sauce/?amp

Just like everyone else, I thought you weren't supposed to eat watermelon seeds, for various reasons. Turns out you can. https://amp.theguardian.com/food/article/2024/aug/10/how-to-turn-watermelon-seeds-into-a-tasty-snack-recipe-zero-waste-cooking

What are the advantages of an air fryer? What are the disadvantages? I'm going to price them at Walmart as I've been thinking of getting one. I've also been thinking about getting an instant pot.

I would love to make some of these, unfortunately there are no English subtitles or a link for written instructions. If any of you fellow crocheters figure out how to make it, please share the instructions for the rest of us. Thank you. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=KvqtJ3m33ew