Swiss Steak Supreme

This Swiss steak supreme makes a rich gravy and can be made in the slow cooker for an easy weekday meal. I serve it over mashed potatoes with a garden salad on the side. Serves 6. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups                        Tomato sauce 1 tsp                           Dried whole oregano 1 tsp                          … Read more“Swiss Steak Supreme”

Tips and Tricks for Dusting

Dusting the ceiling fan

Dusting is a simple household chore that cannot be left undone for too long. With the right techniques and tools it is done easily and efficiently. Fun (or maybe not so fun) facts about dust: Ways to reduce dust: Tools for dusting: Other helpful articles on cleaning: A clean house… Read more“Tips and Tricks for Dusting”

Living Room Cleaning

We sit and visit family and friends here. We relax and watch TV here. We curl up in a blanket with a good book here. Here is our living room. And to really enjoy it, it should be kept clean, organized and comfortable. Here are some cleaning ideas to help… Read more“Living Room Cleaning”

Slow Cooker Helpful Hints

With a little bit of planning, the slow cooker can be your best friend in your kitchen.  Knowing that supper will be ready after a busy day and coming home to the aroma of wholesome food cooking is a good thing. Benefits and Tips Some favorite slow cooker recipes: Chilli… Read more“Slow Cooker Helpful Hints”

Spaghetti Squash Lasagna

Spaghetti squash is full of nutrients and low in calories making it a healthy substitute for pasta. My husband and I were pleasantly surprised by how much we enjoyed this. I chose to assemble it in individual portions for a different presentation. Serve with garden salad and garlic bread. Oh,… Read more“Spaghetti Squash Lasagna”

Laundry Room Cleaning

Your laundry room may be a closet, a nook or an actual room.  Regardless of its size, this list will help you keep it clean and organized. Washing machine Dryer  Iron You may also enjoy these articles: Dry-cleaning de-mystified Fresh as a daisy laundry tips Subscribe to Homemaking Jewels today.

Cleaning Your Coffee Maker

When your coffee maker becomes sluggish and water stops running through it, you don’t need to replace it, you just need to clean it.  Commercial cleaners will clean your coffee maker, but why not use something you already have at home? Vinegar. Here’s what you do: You may also enjoy… Read more“Cleaning Your Coffee Maker”

Entrance Cleaning

Entrance

Your entrance is the first thing people see as they enter your home. It doesn’t need to be fancy, but there should be a place to hang their coat and put their shoes. Make your own all-purpose cleaner and glass cleaner to complete the cleaning tasks below. Things to do… Read more“Entrance Cleaning”