This page covers domestic matters, from recipes, gardening, kitchen and household tips.
My sisters and I have joined forces and are launching a new website. Magnolia Green will now be sharing her adventures at www.grannysfrontporch.com. My recipes will be added to the “Domestic Matter” menu on our new Granny’s Front Porch site. …
“The Adventures of Magnolia Green” and “The May Recipe Series” is moving! Read more »
I find my favorite music and movies made during my “coming of age” years. The time when all things seemed possible and my whole adult life lay before me with an endless horizon. I had more time then to escape …
I am riding the wave of the current interest in local gardening and farming. There are scores of articles on the web about creating community gardens and co-ops, even in the middle of cities. I think this idea is awesome! …
4 Good Reasons to Work in Someone Else’s Garden This Summer Read more »
I’ve lived in my home for over two years and today was my first snake sighting. I live in a somewhat rural area near a large body of water, so snakes are to be expected. I guess I’ve been in …
Homemade Mac & Cheese 6 oz. dried elbow macaroni 2 tablespoons salted butter ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese ¼ cup milk 2 tablespoons flour ¼ teaspoon onion powder ¼ teaspoon of dry mustard ¼ teaspoon of nutmeg ¼ teaspoon of …
James likes! http://www.food.com/recipe/easy-lemon-pound-cake-11763 Fopllowed directions but didn’t add glaze. 1/2 cup butter, melted 1 cup sugar 2 eggs, well beaten 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 cup milk 1/3 cup …
Behind the Bathroom Door – Have you ever really thought about what is lurking behind your medicine cabinet door? Are these products really safe for me to use? My new motto is if I can’t eat it, I shouldn’t be …
Behind the Bathroom Door – Personal Care Products! Read more »
Swiss Chard Scrambled Eggs Here are the ingredients needed for one serving: 3 eggs salt 1 tablespoon fresh green onions 1/4 cup fresh spinach 1/4 cup fresh Swiss chard 1 tablespoon olive oil Crack three eggs and a dash of …
My all time favorite household cleaners….(drum roll please)……are…..White Vinegar and Baking Soda! Not only do they make an excellent sink scrub, you can wash your hair with it, use them for fabric softener, and lastly make that volcano spew for …
If you’ve ever wanted to try a homemade dishwasher recipe, here’s your chance. I probably will still use my favorite store brand products but this recipe comes in handy when I run out. I usually have most of these ingredients …