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How often to shop?
Just wondering how often do you do your food shopping and whether online or not. I was thinking about doing a big once a month shop in the for the basics, perhaps online and then a shop every week for the fresh food. My only concern about doing a big shop once a month is that i may miss out on some of the good offers. Your…
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Marzipan shortage
I haven't been able to get any marzipan for a couple of weeks,:eek: I went to a different supermarket yesterday and today and it's the same story - shelves empty of marzipan, have I missed something? The Tesco delivery driver informed me there was a shortage. Has anyone else had problems getting any? (Sorry if this has…
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Liver & bacon
Heads up, team. I am currently the proud owner of one (now frozen) pack of ox liver. It was only 25p in the reduced section at ASDA and I defy any MSE-er / OS-er to walk away from a bargain like that. Liver and bacon, methinks, as a "winter warmer" on the weekend. I also have a couple of rashers of bacon in the 'fridge…
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Help with school table decoration competition
Morning all, My 9 year old ds has handed me a letter from school stating he is to make a christmas table decoration for the school party on Tuesday. Problem is my mind has gone blank and i dont even have any ideas of where to start or what i'll need. Im thinking along the lines of blue peter things like cotton wool and…
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Wed 12th Dec 2007
Morning everyone :rudolf: Hi, this is the Daily Thread for xx (add date). This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything OS and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already.…
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OS Daily Wed 12th Dec 07
Hi, this is the Daily Thread for Wed 12th Dec 07. This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything OS and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome, please…
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Pig's ear
Anybody got any good recipes for pig's ears?
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Beef Stroganoff
I fancy something a bit retro.... Anybody got a recipe for beef stoganoff, nothing too fancy... Thanks.
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Ham Questions
I'm planning on doing a ham for Xmas (probably only a small one, couple of kgs for sandwiches and the like), but i have a couple of questions... What cut do i buy? Is gammon=leg & ham=back, or is ham just cooked gammon? Also I was going to do it in the pressure cooker - will this help to keep it moist ? And how long will…
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I'm OS'ing for Martins new TV programme!
Hello OS'ers! I know I'm not too obvious on these boards these days but I am still reading a lot, just not posting so much (A 2YO, a sick dad, a part time job & post natal depression are filling up my time at the mo) but I am still practising old styling and too be honest it comes as second nature now, I don't even think…
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Investing in decent shoes...that last 6 weeks!
What would you do Moneysavers? I usually buy leather ballet type flat shoes for about £10 (sometimes less). They usually fall apart after maybe 3 to 6 months depending how much I wear them. Recently I decided to buy a pair of decent shoes that would last longer / be better for my feet etc. so I bought some flat shoes from…
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fennel seeds
Hi! Am so pleased - just got a load of fennel seeds from the garden, all picked and now in a jar awaiting some cooking!! :T Have just been a-surfing for recipes (including here) and found some nice ones - will definitely try some curry-type dishes, add them to salads and fennel bread also sounds nice. But does anyone know…
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Inspire me lamb steaks?
Hi. Wondered if any of you can give me an idea of something different to make with/cook the lamb steaks (fry or grill). I have potatoes, red pepper, courgettes, onions, carrots, could i cook these up oven roast maybe? I have rice, pasta ect. Just after some ideas rather than cook with mash gravy ect ect, if one has any…
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Kenwood Major model identification please?
Hi - I just bought this on Ebay (or rather my OH has as my christmas pressie :j - it's so sad that I am so excited!). Is anyone one of the Kenwood experts able to identify the model for me? I'm assuming from the model of the mincer that it is some kind of 700 series model and I am that hoping that my A701A attachments will…
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OS Tuesday 11th December 2007
everything OS and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet up (although check the fence hasn’t just been painted first!) and join us for an OS natter.…
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Recipe ideas? Lots of veg...
Hi all, Popped to Asda, jst for a few bits and bobs, but couldn't resist the whoopsies! I got: organic broc cauliflower peppers baby carrots runner beans sweet potatoes rice noodles cherry tomatoes mushrooms baby courgettes I have the usual basics, pasta, rice, stock cubes etc. Also have some meats in freezer. Anyway the…
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Brussel Sprout coleslaw
Hi everyone,I did a search but nothing showed up,sorry if its been posted before.(please move or delete if it has) I heard Joanne Lumley talking about Brussel sprout coleslaw,so I thought I would give it a try. It was really nice,I just made enough for a few cheese and coleslaw sandwiches for my husband and myself. I…
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Nigella Lawson - Ice Cream Cake??
Hi all I saw an episode of Nigella Lawson Express recently and she showed making an ice cream cake. I can't find details on this anywhere? Can anyone help - did anyone note down the receipe. I would love to get this asap. Many thanks
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Urgent Yorkshire pud question!
I made a giant one last Monday and its been in the fridge eversince can I eat it tonight?:confused:
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check out this website!!!!!
i found a website last year called 'frugal christmas' and its fab. some really, really good idea's for decorations, food, etc all on a budget and more importantly eco friendly. well worth a look for some of the recipes and stuff. good stuff and worth a nosy especially if you have a family to feed etc:j
