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Help with slow cooked lamb cooking times
Sorry if this is in the wrong place didn't know where else to post it. I bought a leg of Lamb from Somerfield half price and it is 4.25kg What temp and time do I put it on at(Gas oven)to slow roast it? I have never cooked lamb before,and it is a monster joint for DD and I to eat,would also appreciate tips as to what to do…
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Dusty House
I don't know if this is the right place to post this so feel free to move it if necessary. I dust my house almost everyday and the next day there's a thick layer of dust again. Other peoples houses don't seem to be as dusty as mine. It seems to have got worse since we removed all carpets and now have only wooden or tiled…
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help with a floor please
not a catchy title, so many thanks if you are reading this post. My problem---I clean the floof at my local church which is made of varnished wood that is "professionally" (ha) claened and I think wax polished every 3 mnths or so. Candle wax has been spilt on it and is always dripping from the candles the alter servers…
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pongy carpet - help!
My 8 1/2 year old with DS is not yet fully toilet trained. The other night he wa upstairs and DH and myself had finally sat down to eat. He started calling Dadadadad and DH decided to ignore him, thinking he was asking for help with the computer. Eventually, DH went into the hall. Oops. O had had a big poo accident and was…
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Os housewarming present for young couple
One of my oldest friends has just bought a house with her partner, they are both in their twenties and only learning..lol My sister has been to visit them and she said she was told things were tough, not even money for heating etc. I want to give them a present but not something that will be so noticeable that means they…
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OS Daily Sunday 27th Jan 2008
Hi, this is the Daily Thread for today. 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 do come in,…
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How to clean handles?
I'm re-decorataing my kitchen (can't afford a new one and like the old layout anyhow). I priced up some new kitchen cupboard handles and at only £2.99 each they seemed a bargain, untill I realised I need 28!!!!!!!!!!!! My old ones are looking better by the minute ;) They really need a good clean, so can anyone advise me on…
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I am interested in joining a sewing group
I am interested in joining a sewing group, possibly quilting or embroidery and am wondering if anyone knows of any in Northampton and what is expected of me as a new member. Also if anyone has any idea of the expected cost involved eg fees and equipment thanks, I am needing to find a new hobby and I love sewing. I would be…
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Can I take burnt taste away?
Have just spent about 10 minutes peeling and coring eating apples on their way out. Put them on to cook as was going to make pie/crumble tomorrow and yep you guessed it - was on this site, forgot and now they are burnt:eek: I managed to salvage them before they were too bad, but my question is.... do you think if I put…
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Bees wax
I have a reclaimed solid oak table and bought some bees wax locally. I havent used this before so is there a specific way i need to use it? I was going to apply it using a cloth and "polish" using a soft material? I didnt know what else i could use on this table, it was expensive so want to keep it in top condition. So far…
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My freezer is rammed so
Looking for some new ideas ladies and gents:confused: 3lb minced beef in ½lb bags 8 chicken breasts 3lb joint of pork leg 1½ lb beef joint 6 sirloin steaks 6 pork steaks 24 Mini Sausages Chilli Burgers 4 Chicken Kievs 6 salmon fillets Lobster (Lidl special before Christmas) Whole Crab x 2 King Prawns - Raw and cooked 4 Cod…
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Freezing pancakes?
I've just made a load of pancakes, ashamed to say using a jif bottle of pancake mix! (Was given to me by someone at work! I'm not too proud to accept a freebie!:D ) The mix says it needs to be used on the same day so I've used the rest and now have 5 "spare" pancakes cooling in the kitchen inbetween layers of kitchen roll.…
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Light Brown S-R Flour????
Been and bought a kids cook book today to get dd involved more in the kitchen. All the recipes combine S-R flour with light brown S-R Flour. What is it cos I've never heard of it
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How do I clean/treat leather furniture?
Hi, Unfortunately the leather solution that came with our suit almost two years ago can not not be found. The chairs are looking very dull and certainly need a clean. I cleaned them in November last year with what was like a shampoo type substance. I have turned the kitchen upside down and I just cannot find it.:mad: What…
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How do I measure runny honey in grams?
I am making a recipe that says 220g or runny honey and 40g of olive oil. The oil is usually measure in tbs or mils and I haven't a clue what to do about the honey. Is there a non-messy way of doing it - I dont want to pour it into my weighing scales. Thanks
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Ditching the box...x
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EEEUUURRGGHHHH oven! How do I clean black bits?
Hello everyone. Has anyone any ideas for cleaning off the solid black bits that appear on the oven floor and the grill pan? I know I should have cleaned oven every time but... As cheaply as poss, thanks so much
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Slow cooker help
I dont know if this is the right place:o apologies if not but.....(I usually only go on the compers threads:o ) I have purchased a morphy richards 6.5 litre slow cooker and want to cook the chicken in it for sunday dinner, do I start it the night before and leave it on low:confused: do I put all the veggies in with the…
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Bleech mark on Jumper
Hi,I've got a really nice dark blue jumper, but I have spilt a small amount of bleech on it - about an inch square which patch. I dont want to throw it away as its a realy good quality one. Its 93% Cotton, 7% polyester, and washable. Any ideas anyoneThanks in advance
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Help! I USED to be in Love with my Panasonic BM
Hi All you OS'ers.Hope someone can help with my problem.After a lot of research here last year I decided to buy a Panasonic BM with a nut dispencer. Fantastic! All the bread is great, the kids love it and we never have any left over bread anymore......but...........For the last couple of months it has been very hit and…
