Posted on 03/25/2013 1:33:13 PM PDT by Kartographer
Thank you for the information and the link.
The article also included Lamb’s-quarters:
Lamb’s-quarters are like spinach, except they are healthier, tastier and easier to grow. Lamb’s-quarters, also called goosefoot, usually need more than a sidewalk crack to grow in, unlike dandelion or purslane. Nevertheless, they can be found throughout the urban landscape, wherever there is a little dirt.
The best part of the lamb’s-quarters are the leaves, which are slightly velvety with a fine white powder on their undersides. Discard any dead or diseased leaves, which are usually the older ones on the bottom of the plant. The leaves and younger stems can be quickly boiled or sautéed, and they taste like a cross between spinach and Swiss chard with a slight nutty after-taste.
Maybe that taste combination doesn’t appeal to you, but lamb’s-quarters are ridiculously healthy. A one-cup serving will give you 10 times the daily-recommended dose of vitamin K; three times the vitamin A; more than enough vitamin C; and half your daily dose of calcium and magnesium.
“The article also included Lamb’s-quarters”
You are correct about the Lamb’s-quarters. I messed up on my copy/past and omitted that part of the article. Glad you used the link to ‘fix’ it.
“Lehmans sells jars for olive oil...”
One of the really neat things about Lehman’s is that their main location in Kidron, Ohio is only 18 miles away. Hardware-wise, if it exists they probably have it. And they cover the gambit, everything from soup to nuts. And a visit to Lehman’s is like a step into the past, a must stop for anyone visiting this part of Ohio, or even just passing through... :)
I'll be trying your recipe this weekend.
That looks much easier. I was concerned about it not dissolving well, especially in cold water, since I have trouble getting the stuff to dissolve in the hot water I use to make it a liquid. It takes a lot of stirring. So I never tried the powdered form.
Does it dissolve ok in the washer?
I grew up in a home with alot of what Lehman’s offers. I am not going to be able to do so, but I would love to visit their store. I do however order from them from time to time. The one thing nobody carries, which surprises me , is the wire spoon I used to have, that belonged to my mother. There is nothing quite like it for making smooth gravy and sauces.
Lamb’s Quarters make a delicious (and nutritious) spinach type of salad greens. Or any where you want to use greens. Picked when about 6 inches tall, it is great.
Rancid oil tastes and smells awful, but I’m not sure it will make you sick.
I use almost the same recipe and agree with the dry being better than the liquid. Besides if you want liquid just add some hot water into a cup.
I add generic oxiclean and Purex Scent crystals to mine.
And a tip on the4 Fels Naptha. Instead of grating it cut it into pieces and cook in the microwave til it is puffy (about 3 mins), put it in a bag and run a rolling pin over it. It turns into a powder and actually works better in most washing machines.
http://www.sistersshoppingonashoestring.com/easiest-diy-laundry-soap-recipe-ever
The recipe I use. Have made it for most of my friends and family too.
Raw peanuts will last forever in the freezer. I pulled out one of three cheap pint freezer baggies a few days ago and made a batch of peanut brittle. Tasted fine raw from the bag and the brittle was devoured by the next morning. Ok, they were from 4 little plants lil’ miss brought home from preschool in 1995 so I’d kept them for sentimental reasons. I might see if they’re still viable for the garden.
It is good information. I have a print copy to keep. Thanks again.
I have been to Lehman’s and hope to visit again this summer. You are fortunate to live so close. The Good Lord knew what he was doing when he had me employed far away from there or and any kitchen store. I would have spent all my wages before I got home!
I make mine in the powder form, but I’m not sure how much I should use. The recipe I have says to use a scoop but not what size. I have been using the large scoop like the one in the Tough Job box. That may be too much, but my clothes are clean. How much do you use?
I watched the video and it answered my question. Thank you both for your information.
Forgot to ask - do you find the vinegar helps with the static cling? I tried it a few times and didn’t really notice a difference, but it could be because I was used to fabric softeners that have a fragrance and pretty much coat our clothes and weaken the fibers! I’ve been using nothing instead.
For a medium size load I use about 1 Tablespoon of soap and 2 T for a large load. Seems like plenty to me. I just keep a small 2 T scoop in my tub of soap.
Yes I have never seen it not disolve except once I saw a small chunk of the fels naptha that probably didn’t get ground up well enough in my food processor on a black pair of pants. I only wash towels and sheets in hot water and have never had a problem with the soap disolving in cold water.
As for vinegar working on static cling, I haven’t noticed any. But prior to the vinegar I was using Mrs. Meyers dryer sheets which are expensive and I’m not sure they do anything good for the money either.
I've used vinegar with my towel loads, for years, and can attest to the fresh vs vinegary smell.
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