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Archives for December 2010

Quick Cottage Pie Help
Have done some mince, tomato puree, garlic, carrots peas and onions and as my old dear only had bisto beef granules added that rather than stock cube. Just tasted the meat part whilst the potatoes are boiling and had let it simmer for some time but their is no meat taste if you know what I mean. Anything I can easily add?…
Boiled Swede that smells bad; anybody else had that problem.
I have been cooking and enjoying swede for over 20 years I have now been put off buying swede as the last 2 I purchased (between the 17th and 23rd Dec)from sainsburys have smelt absolutely revolting cooking in the pan and I have felt too sick to eat them (they may taste great, but I will never know.) Both pots were evicted…
Problem with washing machine
Am not sure if this is in the right place but I have been helped out before with a 'homemaker' remedy so am hoping again!! Basically I have a problem in that my fabric softener doesn't always drain away when a wash is on and I only know when I pull thw washing out the machine and I can't smell the softener and only the…
Great '2011 MoneySaving resolutions' Hunt
Great '2011 MoneySaving resolutions' Hunt With 2011 round the corner, there's no better time to have a money makeover (as well as a health detox!). So we'd like to hear from all MoneySavers about what your New Year MoneySaving resolutions will be. View past Great Hunts
Taking yoghurt to work
What can you decant yoghurt into to take it to work so it doesn't leak? Everything I have tried leaks!
can you freeze a trifle?
I bought a trifle to eat over Christmas but it is due to go out of date tomorrow and is unlikely to get eaten, I wondered if I would be able to frreze it? i also have a tub of double cream, can this be frozen or will it split? I knew they wouldn't get eaten but OH asked for them and now has said that he hasn't been in the…
Kidney beans in slow cooker - help!
Hi, I had a slow cooker for Xmas so tried cooking the chilli con carne in the recipe book that came with it overnight, last night for us to freeze & use as needed. The followed the recipe - browned the ingridents etc before hand. It said to add the kidney beans an hour before serving. I was up at 4am feeding my baby dd so…
How to work out quantities for a buffet?
Hi, can anybody help. How do you work out the right amount of food for a buffet so people are nice and full but loads isn't wasted either? I am doing one for 10 people. Any thoughts would be much appreciated. I am making: Stuffed jackets HM Chicken goujons Hot beef and gravy Bread rolls Cheese board and crackers Crisps and…
OS Daily Wednesday 29th Dec
Hi, this is the Daily Thread for Wednesday 29th Dec. This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already.…
salmon freeze or use?
Hi does anyone know how long I can keep cooked salmon for? I have looked but cant find an existing thread to help me. Cooked on boxing day,plateful left,was going to stick it in freezer now not even sure I can freeze it??!! or can make fishcakes tomorrow for tea if its ok. whilst I am here, does anyone know if I can freeze…
Kenwood Chef
I am looking for some ideas here. I was a very lucky lady and got a Kenwood Chef for Xmas. It is all shiny and asking to be used and I just keep looking at it and smiling stupidly :o I also got the ice cream maker and I am coveting a mincer/sausage maker attachment for my birthday. It is this model:…
OS Daily Tue 28th Dec 2010
Hi, this is the Daily Thread for Tuesday 28th Dec. This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already.…
OS Daily Mon 27th Dec 2010
Hi, this is the Daily Thread for Monday 27th Dec. This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already.…
Weekly Flylady Thread 27th December 2010
Welcome to the weekly Flylady thread. If you need help organising your week when it comes to housework, or just the motivation to do the dreaded housework tasks you have to do, come and join us, hopefully make it a little easier. You never know, you might start to enjoy it! Following requests to start things steadier for…
Mealplans WB 27th December 2010
I couldn't see a post for this, but please merge this if i've missed it. Monday - falafel in a wrap with salad and chips Tuesday - chicken laksa Wednesday - bacon and parsley hotcakes with potato wedges and beans Thursday - chicken fajitas Friday - day off! Not sure what i'm doing yet, but think i'll treat myself to a…
OS Daily Boxing day 2010
Hi, this is the Daily Thread for Thursday 26th Dec. This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already.…
OS Daily Christmas day 2010
Hi, this is the Daily Thread for Thursday 25th Dec. This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already.…
January 2011 Grocery Challenge
Hi Everyone, Welcome to the first Grocery Challenge of 2011, a new decade and a new beginning! :hello: If your new month starts early feel free to join this thread, or if you're still working on your December budget, then keep on posting in the December 2010 Grocery Challenge As always this challenge is to reduce your own…
Merry Christmas and happy holidays
Wishing you all a great Christmas and a good time. Martin and all at MSE Towers
Does anyone eat the bacon they crisscross on top of the turkey?
I've bought streaky bacon to fancy up the turkey,gonna crisscross it over the breast,ive only done this once before and the bacon ended up hard and very very crispy,then cos no=one eats the skin it was thrown out for the birdies, Im wondering,if i remove the turkey breast skin before cooking and then crisscross the bacon…

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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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