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Christmas (or anytime) Bread Pudding

Bob — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 23:11:55 +0000

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Although we prefer bread pudding to plum pudding at Christmas time, this simple desert can be enjoyed anytime of year.

1 Loaf (16 oz) of Cinnamon Raisin Bread cut into 1″ cubes

2 Large Eggs

1/2 Cup of Sugar

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Local Area connection on Linux IGD REMOVAL.

Bob — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 15:20:46 +0000

While installing USB drivers for Nettalk Voip phone on my Windows XP netbook I noticed in my network connections had the following. Internet Gateway Local Area Connection on Linux IGD, After some research found this was an unwanted program using up resources. The problem was I could not remove it. Contacted Microsoft . . . → Read More: Local Area connection on Linux IGD REMOVAL.

Stuffed Pumpkin

Barb — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:43:46 +0000

I love making pumpkin seeds. All I do is clean the seeds, salt and then roast them. But then I have a problem. I don’t have kids who can carve a Jack O’ Lantern. Cooking pumpkins for pie or bread is a hassle — much easier to open up a can. So here is . . . → Read More: Stuffed Pumpkin

Not Enough hours in the Day.

Bob — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 14:45:04 +0000

As you can see we have not posted in while. We have a new project, moving to England. Going through our stuff takes forever. I cannot believe how much junk we acquired over the years. Then there is visa’s, medical, accommodation, on and on it never ends.

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Stir Lazy Cake

Barb — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 20:05:03 +0000

This is one of the easiest and best tasting cakes I’ve ever made. I’m not a frosting person — I like the cake. This is one of my favorite recipes because it has a crusty topping and doesn’t require frosting. If you like the icing on your cake, you can always slather on . . . → Read More: Stir Lazy Cake

Windows 7 “microphone-in” problem with Audacity software.

Bob — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 01:31:34 +0000

I was playing around with Audacity, a free open source audio editing software, and I noticed my “microphone-in” was not working but my “microphone-in” via my USB web camera worked fine. After spending nearly a day trying to figure out the problem in Windows 7 I finally figured it out. To make it worse . . . → Read More: Windows 7 “microphone-in” problem with Audacity software.

T’ai Chi For a Healthy Retirement

Barb — Wed, 25 May 2011 22:23:04 +0000

I started doing T’ai Chi Ch’uan long before I retired — nearly 20 years ago. At the time, T’ai Chi was the flavor of the month. These days it’s fallen behind Yoga and Zumba classes. But just because you take an exercise class, doesn’t mean you can’t do T’ai Chi as well.

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Porcupine Meatballs

Barb — Sun, 22 May 2011 00:16:42 +0000

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The name porcupine comes from the rice in the meatballs. By the way, if pineapple seems an odd ingredient, I thought so too. But don’t be afraid, it’s very subtle and adds a small amount of sweet zest to the dish.

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Apple Pie Parisian

Barb — Thu, 19 May 2011 22:53:20 +0000

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Here is a simple and low calorie Apple Pie. In true French style, it may not be sweet enough for the American palate, but is still tasty and far healthier than most.

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Asian Cucumber Salad

Barb — Sat, 14 May 2011 21:09:18 +0000

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Tangy and refreshing, this Asian inspired salad will last 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator.

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