Wednesday, August 3, 2011

My "Jamming" :) day # 2.



3 cups chopped peeled kiwi
1 package dry pectin
1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
4 cups sugar
Directions:
1
Combine kiwi, pectin and pineapple juice in a large saucepan.
2
Bring to a boil stirring constantly.
3
Add sugar, stirring until dissolved.
4
Return to a rolling boil.
5
Boil hard for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
6
Remove from heat-skim off foam.
7
Ladle into clean hot jars leaving 1/4 inch head space.
8
Process 10 minutes in a boiling water bath



3 lbs peaches (about 6 cups)
3 cups granulated sugar
3 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon allspice
Directions:
1
Place the peaches in boiling water for 1 minute, or until the skins loosen.
2
Then plunge them in ice water.
3
Slip off the skins, halve the fruit and remove the pits.
4
Cut the peaches into 1 inch pieces.
5
In a large, non-reactive pot, mix the peaches, sugar, ginger, lemon juice and allspice.
6
Simmer over medium heat for 30 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and mounds on the spoon.
7
Ladle into jars and store in the fridge for up to 2 months.

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Tuesday, August 2, 2011

"finger painting" day 1





now my backyard is so colorful :)

My kids love to paint. What can be more fun than watching kids being creative and happy in the "pool of laughs"? I decided to make our finger paint by myself. It is not difficult to do, easier to clean than store paint, plus its FREE! :) 
the recipe is:
Mix 2 cups flour and 2 cups water. Add food color. Vou a la

or  recipe #2


  • tablespoons sugar


  • 1/3 cup cornstarch


  • cups cold water


  • 1/4 cup clear liquid dish soap


  • food coloring or food coloring paste






  • 1. Mix together sugar and cornstarch in a small pan, then slowly add cold water.


  • 2. Cook over low heat, stirring until the mixture becomes a smooth; almost clear gel about 5 minutes.


  • 3. When it is cool, stir in clear dishwashing liquid.


  • 4. Scoop equal amounts of the mixture into containers and stir in food coloring or, for even more vibrant colors, use food-coloring paste.