Heloise explains persistent fishy odor in cotton fabrics
A reader asks about removing fishy odors from cottons after dry cleaning. Heloise relays fabric lab notes: odors stem from inefficient curing or breakdown of carbamide resins in modern finishes, often guiding to return garments to the manufacturer as the odor is inherent to the fabric.
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Stuffed Spareribs A Tender Oven Delicacy
Holiday recipe shows stuffed baked spareribs with bread stuffing, herbs, and peach garnish. Spareribs are cut into portions, stuffed, then roasted at 350 degrees for 1 hour covered and 45 minutes to 1 hour uncovered until browned and tender. Serves 6 to 8 with peach halves as an accent.
What is the difference between condensed and evaporated milk
This excerpt explains the differences between condensed and evaporated milk, noting condensed milk is sweetened and thickened by sugar, while evaporated milk is unsweetened, with half the liquid removed. It includes a cheese sauce recipe using evaporated milk and meal ideas.
From Fur Cushions To Fish Sticks A Family Note
A reader shares two quirky kitchen and craft tips. First, transforming an old black seal dyed fur into sofa cushions with careful hand stitches and reversible fur coverings. Second, turning frozen fish sticks into crisp bites by slicing and oven baking longer than directions, with optional sliced olives for variety.
Beeps Ended In Victoria But May Return If Talks Rise
Province ends the three minute beep reminder system in the Victoria government phone network after civil servants cut long outside calls. Provincial Works Minister William Chant says the beeps worked and could be reinstalled at the legislative building if chatter increases again.
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Tone hips and waist with targeted exercise and calorie cuts
Ilda Jean Kain explains that fat settles in conspicuous spots and cannot be moved to new places by exercise alone. Regular calorie reduction plus toning exercises improve circulation and firm hip and waist muscles, helping you look slimmer and keep the shape.
Gen Lew Wallace Began Ben Hur in Paducah War Garrison
Frankfort Kentucky AP reports General Lew Wallace commanded a Union garrison at Paducah during the Civil War and started writing his novel Ben Hur. This notes Wallace’s Paducah post and his literary endeavor.
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Lew Wallace
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