Posted by in cooking 4 cups chopped rhubarb 3 cups sugar 3 tablespoons candied ginger dash cinnamon 2 tablespoons lemon juice red food color (optional) Combine rhubarb, sugar, spices, and lemon juice into a large saucepan. Allow it to sit for about fifteen minutes. Cook over medium heat about 12-15 minutes. Stir frequently until it is thick and clear.…Read more »
Posted by in Uncategorized I came across this recipe after looking for something to do with rhubarb. You will need: 8 lb. rhubarb juice of 4 lemons 8 quarts of water 6 lb. of sugar Chop up rhubarb. Add lemon juice and water. Let it stand for 3 days. Strain. Add sugar and put the concoction in a crock.…Read more »
Posted by in Uncategorized Cole slaw has been an American side dish for centuries, but did you know it started out in New Amsterdam, the Dutch colony of America in the 1600’s? That’s right. It was a cabbage salad served alongside a plate of veal meatballs. It was called Kool-sla. It wasn’t until 1751, when a traveler commented on the…Read more »
Posted by in Uncategorized It’s the little things that became part of American culture. The Dutch colonies had opened up bakeries in the 1600’s. One of their famous recipes was called “koeckjes”. It is pronounced “cook-yehs.” Literally, little cakes. As it became Americanized, the word changed to cookies.
Posted by in Uncategorized I’ve been researching for my family history site and I came across something interesting. The Dutch that formed the first colonies in America had started one of the first governments. They wanted a nation not governed by royalty. The Dutch word for master is baas and it became a different connotation in the New World.…Read more »
Posted by in Uncategorized Instead of using ammonia or products like Windex for your windows or mirrors, try shaving cream. It keeps your mirrors and windows from fogging up and glare-free.
Posted by in Uncategorized There are no miracle cures for dark circles under the eyes. Genes are usually the culprit. If you look at old photos of your ancestors and you notice the dark circles under their eyes, then you’ll know I’m right. Another factor is allergies. If you have fair skin, it’s more obvious.The small capillaries stretch and…Read more »
Posted by in Uncategorized Excess salt and artificial sweeteners can contribute to eye puffiness. Seasonal allergies trigger the release of histamines in the body, inflame the blood vessels, and cause swelling. Over the counter Benadryl or other antihistamines can be helpful, but here are a few tips without medications: elevate head with two pillows at bedtime ice packs over…Read more »
Posted by in Uncategorized I found this old recipe and thought I would share it. A milk bath is the best way to achieve beauty for it whitens the skin and gets rid of that nasty brown sun color. To treat wrinkles, milk should be rubbed in a gentle massage in the direction of the wrinkles. Should a more…Read more »
Posted by in Uncategorized Did you know Thomas Jefferson actually stole words from Amsterdam’s pledge of allegience to word the Declaration of Independence? So not only did the Dutch start the USA, but they shaped democracy.
