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Archives for August 2007

How to Feed Your Whole Family a Healthy Balanced Diet, with Very Little Money...etc
I've pre-ordered a new book that is coming out towards the end of September and thought it might be interesting for you other OS'ers :D Here is the link: ;) http://www.amazon.co.uk/Family-Healthy-Balanced-Kitchen-Saucepans/dp/1905862156/ref=pd_ecc_rvi_cart_1/202-0929099-6966263
Freeze roll out icing???
Hi, I have just made my first birthday cake. I bought far too much roll out icing and would like to keep it for OH birthday in January. The box says not to refridgerate. Does anyone know if it can be frozen?
Storing and re-heating sausage casserole?
Help!!! I was supposed to be having guests over for dinner but they now can't come at the last minute so I've got a sausage casserole cooking in the oven and don't know what to do with it? OH eats it but he can't (I won't let him ;) ) have it all in one sitting... Question is- What do I do with it? Has it been wasted or…
Tomato and bean soup (recipe inside)
I made this soup tonight and wanted to share the recipe as it tastes fantastic! You have to like garlic though and although the recipe said to use a whole bulb of garlic, I only used 4 cloves and that was enough for me! Its low fat and very quick and easy (no need to puree). http://www.recipezaar.com/128452 I used 2 tins…
Simple instructions for icing a cake
Hi, I am wanting to make my babies christening cake to save money but need some simple instructions on icing a cake. Also is there a different method if its a sponge or fruit cake? and does anyone have any ideas of sources for cheap cake decorations? Thanks xx
Bit of help please
Well yesterday I broke my collarbone at work so it's ssp for me for a while. So things are going to be a bit tight. What I need are some filling but cheap meal ideas to last us through. There's three of us to feed aswell as packed lunches. Hope you guys can help.
Cast Iron Pan
I'm sorry if this is in the wrong place. I have a cast iron pan which is starting to stick so I was going to season it but can't remember how long it needs to be in the oven or what temperature to use. Would be grateful for any suggestions. Many thanks Aldeney x
Cheap & easy way to make goat's cheese
Spotted this one on The Guardian's website - it's an extract from a new book called A Slice of Organic (see reference below recipe - hope there are no copyright issues here). It seems relatively straightforward and reasonably cheap to make - I'll definitely be giving it a go! Make a simple goat's cheese Gently warm 4.5…
mould in cupboard
Wondering if anybody could help please,as i was cleaning a cupboard in our sittingroom i noticed it was covered in mould on the inside horrid was really shocked to discover this,have cleaned the cupboard with soda and hot water but what can i do to stop this happening again! any suggestions very welcome. have learned a lot…
Jam Jar lids....
When I make jam I use mason jars where the lid has to be new each time, but the ring can be reused. but I'm running out so if I buy the lakeland jars, do I need new lids each time or are the lids reusable??
Fig recipes?
My partners boss has sent me a big bag of fresh figs from his tree-they are pretty rip and squidgy (sp?) and I wondered if anyone had some nice recipes for them? I was hoping for a tart or cake type thing?? I have found a cheesecake recipe but its for dried figs and think the fresh ones might be too moist to use :( Any…
garlic breath
hope someone can help me out here.made tea last night with quite a bit of garlic in it.:D but have just recieved a phone call to go for a job interview this afternoon:j .is there any thing i can do to tone down my garlic breath?thanks in advance.:beer:
Bacon recipes for slow cooker?
Hi does anyone have any recipes using bacon? I got it out last night to defrost and then checked the slow cooker collection looking for yummy recipes using bacon and came up with nothing. The search just kept taking me back to the main slow cooker collection page:confused: So does anyone have any yummy slow cooker recipes?…
Use a wallpaper steamer instead?
I bought some new curtains and hung them up without ironing them (well, I tried but the creases were deep and my iron isn't very good so it wasn't making much difference). I would have had to have washed them and ironed them damp to get the creases out, so I hung them up hoping the creases would fall out eventually. They…
OS DAILY FRIDAY 31st August
Good morning, ooooohhhhh , hang on ... back in a mo ok.. im back !!!!!! Good news.... the hedgehog will be ok.. i telephoned the vet yesterday and they said that they had started to remove all the ticks and then he was being sent to a lady in Barnham to be looked after till he is fit enough to go back to the wild.. i feel…
Childhood & Sentimental memories
Was just sat here thinking - whilst eating my piece of bread with brown sauce on it. What do you rememeber about your childhood when old schooling. For me it is just that a snack was a piece of bread with brown sauce/salad cream. A quick forage in the cupboard for a jelly cube. As the two packets of biscuits (ginger nuts…
My taste buds have gone OS!
My bf gave me Heinz beaked beans and the weekend and I didn;t like them as much as I like Tesco Value ones... Anyone else prefer the cheap version to an expensive version of something?
11-day-old roast chicken - safe for making stock?
Ok, so you'd think this was obvious but it doesn;t smell or look bad, and I really don;t want to throw it away as there's quite a bit of meat on it. Do you think I'd be safe making stock out of it? Has anyone else used a roast chicken this old? It's been in the fridge since it was cooked, and I do have an iron…
Dye ran into my dress
Hi. Just a quick question bough a dress I've washed it and the drack dye has ran into the lighter colours (obviously). Is there anyway of getting the dye out? I didnt keep the receipt as it fit, and I bought it in a sale so I dont want to waste my time going up to be told i cant get as much as a exchange for it, flaming…
What is a realistic food budget?
I've posted my SOA on the wannabee board today and they've suggested that you may be able to help... We're currently spending £300 per month on our weekly shop which includes toiletries, cleaning products, loo roll etc. There's 4 of us, me, DH, DD1 who's 3 and DD2 who's 8 months. I'm an 'own brand' sort of person on the…

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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