Offspring DVD Competition OK, fess up people....who absolutely LOVES Channel Ten's Offspring (like I do!)? Who wants to win all THREE seasons of Offspring on DVD? Just think, at any time you like you'll be able to pop on your fave episode and relate to Nina's (Asher Keddie) amazing ability to over think and over-analyse the littlest things (like I do!), pee yourself laughing at Billie's (Kat Stewart) incredibly hilarious one liners (like I do!), and drool yourself silly (like I...
Read MoreColds and flu can hit at any time of year - mostly in winter, but you can suffer the odd one in the warmer weather too. Unfortunately there is no cure for cold and flu viruses, and usually prevention and boosting your immune system is the best way to deal with these dreaded viruses. But if you are unlucky enough to fall victim to a cold or flu, then here are some home remedies which might help lessen the length...
Read MoreVinegar in the Bathroom Vinegar is such a fantastic cleaning agent and best of all it is cheap! Here’s a few tips on what you can do with white vinegar in the bathroom: Use it to Clean Shower screens, basins, tiles and toilets If your shower screens and basins need a good clean try using straight white vinegar! I just fill a spray bottle with white vinegar and add a few drops of eucalyptus or tea tree oil (they are...
Read MorePremenstrual Syndrome (PMS) "Don't talk to me and don't piss me off - I'm premenstrual!" "Jeez, she's a bit bitchy - must be PMS!" I am sure you have heard similar phrases uttered by various people at some stage or another. It can even be a bit if a running joke at playgroup or around the workplace to describe a woman's shocking mood. But, PMS is not always a laughing matter (especially for those who suffer it) and it can...
Read MoreWhy am I Always so Tired? Tiredness - it is a constant state of being as soon as you become a parent (I am even yawning as I write this!). It seems there's never enough hours in a day to get things done, and everyone wants you to do stuff for them - the kids want you, the hubby/partner wants you, the boss wants you, the pets want you, your friends want you and Facebook wants you (or is that...
Read MorePeach Pudding is a really easy dessert to make - and you don't have to use peaches, you can use just about any other tinned fruit you like! Perfect served with custard or ice cream! Ingredients 1 1/2 cups SR four 2/3 cup white sugar 180g butter, softened 1/2 cup milk 1 (825 g) can peach slices , juice well drained Method Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C. Spray the base of a shallow oven proof dish with cooking spray....
Read MoreCoconut Cream and Lemon Muffins Coconut Cream and Lemon Muffins are a good once in a while treat, as there incredibly rich. They taste scrumptious when warm! Ingredients: 1 lemon 2 1/2 cups self raising flour 90 grams butter, roughly chopped 1 cup white sugar 1 egg 1 can light coconut cream, well shaken Preheat oven to 200 degrees (180 for fan forced) and spray a 12 hole muffin tin well with cooking spray. Finely grate lemon rind to produce 1...
Read MoreCreamy Celery Soup is a nice creamy soup that is good to eat all year round, its easy to prepare and very filling. A good recipe for a family dinner Serves 6 Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium brown onion, chopped 1 bunch celery washed, trimmed and chopped 500 grams potatoes, peeled and chopped 2 cloves garlic chopped or 2 teaspoons of minced garlic 1 L chicken stock ¾ cup cream 1/2 cup water Dried herbs, salt and pepper to taste Method...
Read MoreEasy Veggie Slice is an awesome alternative to standard veggies and mash - I love making it to have with steak or sausages. You can use any veggies you have on hand - tinned, frozen or fresh. Great to use up your left over roast veggies too! Ingredients: 3 cups vegetables, chopped or grated 1 cup tasty cheddar cheese, grated 3/4 cup milk 1/2 cup SR Flour 4 eggs, lightly beaten 2 rashers bacon, diced (this is optional - vegetarians can...
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