Tag: Homemade

How to Make an Herbal Extract Tincture–Easy Step by Step Guide

There are many variations to the following, but the basic procedure here will get you through just about any situation when it comes to making any kind of herbal extract you’d care to. Fill a blender half-full with the herb or herbs of your choice (any kind of blender will do in a pinch, but…


Officials Say Fire That Killed 3 in New York City Apparently Caused by Homemade Vape Pens

NEW YORK—A fire that killed a mother and two daughters in New York City was apparently sparked by homemade vape dispensers that the father of the family was assembling to sell, officials said. The fire broke out shortly after 2 a.m. on May 9 in an apartment in the East New York section of Brooklyn….


Favorite Household Cleaners You Can Make Yourself for Just Pennies

It pretty much kills me to spend money for things I know I can make myself for less than their pricey commercial cousins. Take cleaning products for example. Knowing how to make things for pennies that cost dollars at the store just makes me happy. It’s a no-brainer. Here are three handy recipes to help…


There’s Nothing Like a Homemade Popsicle on a Hot Summer Day

A lassi is a yogurt-based drink that originated in the Punjab region of India. Lassis are often flavored with spices or fruit ⁠— mango is very popular. This recipe puts the flavors of a mango lassi into a smooth, sweet popsicle. Mango Lassi Popsicles Makes 6 popsicles 1 1/2 cups (10 ounces) fresh or frozen…


How to Make Sun Tea so It Is Bacteria-Free and Safe to Drink

A quick Instagram search for #suntea turns up more than 36,000 results confirming that the summer months are prime time for this classic tea beverage. Add in the untold number of sun tea worshippers out there who aren’t into hashtags and social media and the results are clear: There’s a lot of love for sun…


Muddy Buddies

What is it about cereal that makes the best desserts? Of course, you have Snap, Crackle and Pop, who work hard to give us Rice Krispies treats, but have you ever heard of muddy buddies? If not, muddy buddies, also known as puppy chow, can be made with Chex cereal and a few other common…


For the Creamiest Coffee Ice Cream, Look to This Storage-Friendly Recipe

When it comes to making homemade ice cream, patience is a virtue. The problem is, once you make the decision to churn a batch of decadent handcrafted ice cream, patience often goes out the window. That’s why I prefer to make uncooked ice cream bases without eggs. Once all the ingredients are whisked together, it is…


How to Make Chicken Wings in an Air Fryer

Often times Chicken wings feel like one of those much-dreaded popular dishes you should just never make at home. Baked chicken wings take a long time to cook and never get as crispy. Meanwhile, homemade fried chicken wings are a messy, unhealthy endeavor that requires quite a bit of know-how. Luckily, a trendy kitchen gadget makes chicken wings that are…