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    An unusual request for help from my US friends here

    I have a dear epal in Tempe, Arizona. Was chatting with her on messenger tonight. She said that her dog had died in her lap tonight/today. She was very distressed. The main problem is that she is physically incapable of burying the dog herself. She has spent much of the past 3 months in hospital...
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    Quick question for Admin

    Hi, was browsing a thread when I discovered a delicious recipe near the bottom of the page. Is it possible to isolate and print just 1 post, or do I need to print out the entire thread? Not sure if this has been asked before, thanks.
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    Roasting a turkey in Weber BBQ

    I'm seriously considering getting a Weber BBQ for hubby this Christmas, but not sure of the sizes. They didn't have any in stock at our local BBQ store, but I did come home with a fancy 28 page brochure. Weber has the 47cm and 57cm varieties. So I'm just wondering if anyone here has roasted a...
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    Songs that bring back memories

    I have been playing some old cd's this week, and love the way certain songs can take you back to an exact place and time. Mine was predominately from my high school era, but I'd love to see your list from an important time in your life. Some will be able to tell exactly when I was at high...
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    What's your remedy for a good night's sleep?

    It's exactly midnight, and I'm sitting here sipping my chamomile tea. I've never tried it before, but my Mum swears by it. I was surprised, I actually do like it????? :smile: I've been an insomniac all my life, so grown accustomed to being a night owl. I'm also a firm believer in the old...
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    TNT - Cream of Broccoli or Cauliflower Soup

    3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 1 head of broccoli or half cauliflower 4 cups of chicken stock one third cup of milk 30gm butter salt and pepper to taste quarter cup cream Place diced potato in a large saucepan of boiling, salted water. Remove woody stalk from broccoli / cauliflower, and...
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    AUSTRALIA - Mount Gambier

    Not likely many of you will make it to my little town (pop, 27,000), but just in case - here's my recommendation. Charlies family diner (all you can eat lisenced restaurant) There is a variety of soups for starters. There is a selection of seafood including freshly cooked muscles, yabbies and...
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    Wasabi.....

    I just had to say I just LOVE your signature :rofl: :lol: It's just the best!
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    TNT - Chops in Hot Sauce

    The name of the recipe is somewhat wrong, but in keeping with the original. I would describe the sauce as more tangy than hot. 4 x forequarter chops 1 cup (250 mls) tomato sauce generous dash of worcestershire sauce small splash of white vinegar corn flour (corn starch) water Trim excess...
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    TNT - Chop Suey

    I make this recipe a day before required so the flavours 'mature'. 1kg (2lb) beef mince 1 medium onion, finely chopped 3 sticks celery, finely chopped quarter cabbage, roughly chopped 1 large carrot, grated 100g each of frozen peas, corn kernels and beans three quarters cup of rice 1 rounded...
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    TNT - Banana Salad

    quarter cup cream (light if preferred) quarter cup mayonnaise level teaspoon curry powder - or to taste 4 large bananas Combine first 3 ingredients. Dressing can be prepared 1-2 days ahead and kept covered in the fridge. Just before serving, slice bananas and gently stir in the dressing...
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    TNT - Pasta and Vegetable Frittata

    For this recipe, you'll need a large non-stick frying pan with lid. I use my stock pot lid that fits nicely. 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 150g shredded ham, bacon or your favourite smallgoods 6 eggs 70ml milk (I use a medicine glass for measuring small quantities) 100g...
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    Aussie Slang

    An American epal sent this site to me. I though it was hilarious, and may be a helpful reference guide for any non-aussies here in understanding our lingo at times. http://www.aussieslang.com/slang/australian-slang-a.asp One of my favourites being; "Chunder; verb: - to vomit, usually when...
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    Christmas Cake

    1 cup castor sugar 1 cup brown sugar 2 cups dried fruit 4 large eggs 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt lemon juice lots of nuts 1 cup water 1 bottle vodka Sample the vodka to check quality. Take a large bowl, check the vodka again. To be sure it is the highest quality, pour 1 level cup...
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    Sorry, I've been away a while...

    My Dad has spent much of the last 3 months in hospital. I have been taking Mum to the hospital each day. Needless to say, my time on the comp has been very limited. My Dad is improving each day, but still has 2 more operations scheduled in the next 6 months. In between time, I've had major...
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    I love forums

    Being relatively new to this internet stuff, I'm always on the lookout for different and interesting sites, in particular forums on general interest. Besides the best one of all - DiscussCooking, just wondering about others favorites or recommendations. The 2 others that I frequent are...
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    New uses for old CDs?

    Just wondering if anyone had some creative ideas for using old and unwanted CDs. I googled and found a few, but am interested to hear any other ideas. Some I've come across were; Inserting a cheap battery operated clock mechanism into the centre hole for a decorative kitchen clock. Hanging...
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    Price of petrol/gas in your area?

    Just curious about the price differences around the world. Its currently a major issue here in Australia, especially with the Federal Government taking 43% in fuel taxes which is included in our pump price. Today the pump price in our town is $1.16/litre, which would equate to approx...
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    Is this bad manners?.... your thoughts?

    On inviting the in-laws/outlaws to dinner (who live an hour away), MIL asks me what time will dinner be? I say at 7pm. They arrive at 6:57pm. Is it just me, or do others find this sort of behaviour rude too? My Mum taught me, that when you are invited to a meal at someones house, you should...
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    No Google search...?

    Is anyone else having problems with google today? Maybe its just me. Any search brings up "no result" page. I did accidently click on the 'stop' button on my zonealarm firewall. I thought I had reset it, maybe not.... Any suggestions?
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    Please help with these terms

    I really dont think I've lived a sheltered existence, but the following terms have me baffled. Could someone please help with the meaning of; half and half &amp what is the quantity or weight of a 'stick' of margarine? I'm sure there are others that I cant think of right now. I will post...
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    Favourite Supermarket Section?

    I was wondering what your favourite section in the supermarket was? And the isles you aviod? I just love the dairy section with yoghurts and cheeses. Yummm I also love the herbs and spices rack, and try to buy a new one at least monthly I bypass the soft drink and chips/lollies isle...
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    Cooking my roasts in a Sunbeam Electric frypan.

    I cook all my roasts in my Sunbeam Electric frypan. For a beef roast, I always use the Blade. The temperature is on 110 (the second lowest notch on the dial), and I time it to cook at 1hour/kilo or roughly translated, 30 minutes/pound. Turn the meat half way through cooking. If the meat is...
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    Handy kitchen tips

    I buy a 500gm jar of tomato paste, and then spoon it into ice cube trays and then freeze. The following day, I pop them out into a freezer bag. I get about 22 cubes that are roughly of tablespoon measurement. Handy for casseroles and soups, and no more mouldy jars or waste. Hope this is...
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    Baked lemon cheesecake

    This one I make every year as my contribution to the Christmas table, and for special occasions too. I've never had it fail. 250 gms plain, sweet biscuits, crushed (I do that in the blender) 125 gms butter, melted (never substitute margarine here) 3 eggs, lightly beaten half cup castor sugar...
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