Sunday, February 19, 2012

Powder Laundry Soap

1 4 lb 12 oz box Borax
1 4 lb Arm and Hammer Baking Soda
1 55 oz Arm and Hammer Washing Soda
3 bars Fels Naptha Soap, grated as small as you can get it
at least 3.5 olbs of Oxyclean, you can use the generic
Mix all together.

1 to 2 tablespoons per load of laundry.

Dishwasher Detergent

Dishwasher Detergent

2 cups Borax
2 cups Washing Soda
2 cups Lemishine powder crystals
1 cup Kosher salt

Mix
1 tablespoon in each holder.

Fill Jetdry dispenser with plain white vinegar!

Monday, February 13, 2012

Easy Chicken Soup

1 can chunk chicken, drained and shredded
1 can corn, drained
1 can black bean, drained and rinsed
1 can chicken broth
1 can chilli ready tomatoes
2 cans water
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon chilli powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon mined onion or onion powder
salt and pepper to taste.
I also added a little cayenne pepper

Put all in a stock pot, bring to a roiling boil, turn heat to low, cover and simmer 30 minutes.
Serve with shredded cheese, tortilla chips, and sour cream.