Skip to content
  • franksrecipes@gmail.com
Frank's Recipes!!

Frank's Recipes!!

Free Recipes Archive

  • Home
  • About Us
  • About Frank
  • Support WCK
Frank's Recipes!! > Hints

Category: Hints

Alcoholic Substitutions

December 8, 2024December 9, 2024 Frank

Often we’re asked what can be used in place of alcohol in our recipes. Liqueurs add a special flavor to desserts that is difficult to replace, but if you choose to make a substitution, here are some tips. Note, however, Read More …

Substitutionsalcoholic, substitutionsLeave a comment

Pomegranate History and Folklore

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

By Shaheen Perveen Folklore Pomegranate is an ancient food, symbolic of abundance and generosity. Believed to be native to Persia (Iran) and neighbouring lands, the Punica granatum tree was part of the Mediterranean landscape in the distant past. Cultivation spread Read More …

Hints, Tips and Trickspomegranate, history, folkloreLeave a comment

Australian/US Substitutions

December 8, 2024December 9, 2024 Frank

Australian North American Copha Hard vegetable shortening (made from coconut) Corn Flour Corn starch Caster sugar Regular sugar (slightly finer than regular US sugar, but not much) Golden Syrup Dark Corn Syrup Icing sugar Confectioner’s sugar Post Views: 199

Substitutionsaustralian/us, substitutionsLeave a comment

The Ten-Minute Manager’s Guide to … Menu Design

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

By Christine LaFave, Associate Editor So much critical analysis, creative effort and care goes into developing menu items that it’s tempting to give short shrift to said items packaging the menu. But slapping a collection of tested and perfected foods Read More …

Hints, Tips and Tricksminute, manager’s, guide, menu, designLeave a comment

Cinnamon and Sugar Substitute (Diabetic)

December 8, 2024December 9, 2024 Frank

1/3 cup Equal Spoonful 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Combine 1/3 cup Equal Spoonful with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; mix thoroughly. Place in shaker to use in recipes and sprinkle on toast and desserts. Recipe provided courtesy of Merisant Corporation ® Read More …

Substitutionscinnamon, sugar, substitute, diabeticLeave a comment

To Peel a Mango

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

Stand the mango on end and slice down along the sides of the large flat pit with a boning knife or other long, flexible knife, curving around the pit as you slice. You will end up with three sections: two Read More …

Hints, Tips and TricksPeel,MangoLeave a comment

Emergency Substitutions

December 8, 2024December 9, 2024 Frank

At one time or another, nearly every cook has been in the middle of a recipe and found they did not have an ingredient on hand to complete the task. Has happened to me on more than one occasion!! So, Read More …

Substitutionsemergency, substitutionsLeave a comment

Absorb Grease From The Top Of The Soup

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

A leaf of lettuce dropped into the pot absorbs the grease from the top of the soup. Remove the lettuce and throw it away as soon as it has served its purpose Post Views: 62

Hints, Tips and TricksAbsorb,Grease,From,SoupLeave a comment

Healthy Substitutions

December 8, 2024December 9, 2024 Frank

Source: The American Dietetic Association’s Complete Food & Nutrition Guide by Roberta Larson Duyff, MS, RD, CFCS Ingredient Substitute Bacon Canadian bacon Lean ham Butter, lard, and other saturated fat (coconut oil, palm oil) Soft tub margarine (first ingredient on Read More …

Substitutionshealthy, substitutionsLeave a comment

Honey Substitution Formula

December 8, 2024December 9, 2024 Frank

1 cup honey = 1 cup sugar but decrease the liquid in the recipe by 1/4 cup for each cup of honey added. Add 1 tablespoon honey to your favorite cake mix recipe for added flavor. Lower the oven temperature Read More …

Substitutionshoney, substitution, formulaLeave a comment

Powdered Sugar Substitute

December 8, 2024December 9, 2024 Frank

Makes 20 servings 1/2 cup fat free powdered milk 1/2 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup granulated sugar substitute Combine all ingredients in a blender. Process on high speed until powdered. This will measure equal to actual powdered sugar. (example: 1/4 cup Read More …

Substitutionspowdered, sugar, substituteLeave a comment

Substitutes – Dairy Products

December 8, 2024December 9, 2024 Frank

Product Measure Substitute Butter (for sauteing) 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon olive oil Buttermilk 1 cup 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon     juice plus sweet milk to     equal 1 cup. Mix 1/2 cup evaporated milk plus 1/2 cup lukewarm water Read More …

Substitutionssubstitutes, dairy, productsLeave a comment

Substitutes – Baking Products

December 8, 2024December 9, 2024 Frank

Product Measure Substitute Arrowroot 1 tablespoon 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Baking Powder 1 teaspoon   1 tablespoon 1/3 teaspoon baking soda plus 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar Brown Sugar, Light Read More …

Substitutionssubstitutes, baking, productsLeave a comment

Whitening Soak

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1/2 cup bleach 1/4 cup dishwasher powder (such as Cascade) 1 gallon hot water Soak clothes for 30 minutes, then launder as usual. Post Views: 57

Hints, Tips and Trickswhitening, soakLeave a comment

Window Cleaner (blue)

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

3 tablespoons ammonia 1 tablespoon white vinegar 3/4 cup water 2 drops blue food coloring Post Views: 56

Hints, Tips and Trickswindow, cleaner, blueLeave a comment

Bill of (Diner’s) Rights

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

Scott Joseph holds these truths to be self-evident — but thinks restaurateurs and customers could use a reminder. Scott Joseph, Sentinel Restaurant Critic When Jet Blue had its meltdown in customer service last winter, the company’s CEO tried to smooth Read More …

Hints, Tips and Tricksbill, diners, rightsLeave a comment

Learn how to make a simple Mosquito Trap

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

Items needed: 200 ml of water 50 grams of sugar, 1 gram of yeast (bread yeast, which is located at any supermarket) 1 2 litre plastic bottle steps: 1. Cut the plastic bottle (PET type) in half. Storage of the Read More …

Hints, Tips and TricksLearn,make,simple,Mosquito,TrapLeave a comment

Wet Carpet Cleaner

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1 cup Spic ‘N’ Span 1/2 cup ammonia 2 gallons hot water Post Views: 40

Hints, Tips and Trickscarpet, cleanerLeave a comment

Dessert psychiatric test

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

If all of the desserts listed below were sitting in front of you, which would you choose (sorry, you can only pick one!). Now don’t cheat on this one, go with the first dessert you choose!!! Trust me….this is very Read More …

Hints, Tips and Tricksdessert, psychiatric, testLeave a comment

Wall and Woodwork Cleaner

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1 cup ammonia 1/4 cup baking soda 1/2 cup vinegar 1 gallon water Post Views: 42

Hints, Tips and Trickswall, woodwork, cleanerLeave a comment

How to do a wine tasting

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1. Choose a varietal wine. There are many types of grape wines to choose from for a wine tasting. Do you want to taste red or white wine? Some of the most popular types to wine taste are: RED: Cabernet Read More …

Hints, Tips and Trickswine, tastingLeave a comment

Window Cleaner (for cold weather)

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 quart warm water Post Views: 46

Hints, Tips and Trickswindow, cleaner, cold, weatherLeave a comment

Windshield Wiper Spray

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

Water 1/4 cup vinegar Put vinegar in dispenser first, then fill with water. Post Views: 49

Hints, Tips and Trickswindshield, wiper, sprayLeave a comment

Window Cleaner (for warm weather)

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

2 tablespoons rubbing alcohol 2 quarts water Post Views: 51

Hints, Tips and Trickswindow, cleaner, warm, weatherLeave a comment

Stainless Steel Cleaner

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1 tablespoon ammonia 1 pint water Mix. Use to clean stainless steel. Post Views: 47

Hints, Tips and Tricksstainless, steel, cleanerLeave a comment

Spray Starch

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1 part liquid starch 1 part water Mix and put into an old spray bottle. Add a small amount of cologne if desired. Post Views: 48

Hints, Tips and Tricksspray, starchLeave a comment

Sink or Tub Whitener

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

This will temporarily whiten yellowed sinks or tubs. 1/2 cup turpentine 2 tablespoons salt Scrub with a terry cloth rag. Post Views: 36

Hints, Tips and Trickssink, whitenerLeave a comment

Seed Starting Mix

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1 part finely sifted topsoil 1 part finely sifted compost or high-quality leaf mold 1-1/2 to 2 parts vermiculite, perlite or coarse builder’s sand Post Views: 53

Hints, Tips and Tricksseed, startingLeave a comment

Spider Spray

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1 cap Lemon Joy (dish soap) 1 cap Listerine 1 cap ammonia cleaner 1 quart water Mix together and spray on areas where spiders are coming in. Post Views: 53

Hints, Tips and Tricksspider, sprayLeave a comment

Thermos Bottle Cleaner

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

Hot water 1 tablespoon baking soda Fill thermos with hot water. Add baking soda. Let soak overnight. Rinse thoroughly. Post Views: 42

Hints, Tips and Tricksthermos, bottle, cleanerLeave a comment

Sponge Reconditioner

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

2 tablespoons salt 2 quarts water Soak sponges in this solution, then wash in the washing machine along with your towels. Post Views: 48

Hints, Tips and Trickssponge, reconditionerLeave a comment

To Cool The Heat

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

A hot sauce can bring on a lot of heat. Try yogurt to cool the burn and sip on beer. Don’t drink water as it only spreads the fire. Milk and yogurt can cool you off because casein, a protein, Read More …

Hints, Tips and Trickscool, heatLeave a comment

Weight Conversions

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

Here are some handy conversion charts 1. solid weight conversions (1 ounce = 30 grams), 2. liquid conversions (6 fluid ounces = 180 mL = 3/4 cup), 3. oven temperature conversions (300 degrees Fahrenheit = 150 degrees Celsius). Print them Read More …

Hints, Tips and Tricksweight, conversionsLeave a comment

Tile Floor Cleaner

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1/4 cup ammonia 1 gallon hot water Post Views: 53

Hints, Tips and Trickstile, floor, cleanerLeave a comment

Scratch Remover (for shellacked, varnished or waxed floors)

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1 part turpentine 1 part white vinegar 1 part boiled linseed oil Post Views: 68

Hints, Tips and Tricksscratch, remover, shellacked, varnished, waxed, floorsLeave a comment

Wax Stripper

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1 cup granular laundry detergent 1 gallon warm water 6 ounces ammonia Post Views: 56

Hints, Tips and TricksstripperLeave a comment

Shower Head Cleaner (for plastic shower heads)

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1 pint white vinegar 1 pint hot water Pour into a pot to cover shower head. Soak for 1 hour. Post Views: 46

Hints, Tips and Tricksshower, head, cleaner, plastic, headsLeave a comment

Tea Kettle Lime Deposits Remover

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1 part vinegar 1 part water Fill tea kettle with the above mixture. Bring to a boil, turn off heat, then let stand overnight. Rinse thoroughly. Post Views: 44

Hints, Tips and Trickskettle, lime, deposits, removerLeave a comment

Toilet Bowl Ring Remover

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

Hydrogen peroxide Cream of tartar Few drops ammonia Make a thick paste. Rub on and let set for 20 minutes. Scrub with very fine sandpaper. Post Views: 45

Hints, Tips and Trickstoilet, bowl, ring, removerLeave a comment

Triple Action Multipurpose Cleaner

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1/4 cup baking soda 1 cup ammonia 1/2 cup white vinegar 1 gallon warm water Mix thoroughly. Store in a bottle. Post Views: 58

Hints, Tips and Trickstriple, action, multipurpose, cleanerLeave a comment

Spray and Wash

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

2 tablespoons ammonia 1 teaspoon liquid soap or detergent 1 pint warm water Mix. Store in a spray container. Spray on tough spots and let set for 15 minutes. Wash as usual. Post Views: 47

Hints, Tips and Tricksspray, washLeave a comment

Sweet Fish Bait

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

Mix 1 cup flour, 1 cup cornmeal and 10 tablespoons of thick molasses. Mix into stiff dough and roll into bait balls. Drop into boiling water. Boil 10 minutes. Remove and drop into cold water. Post Views: 62

Hints, Tips and Trickssweet, fish, baitLeave a comment

Soft Scrub

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

4 tablespoons baking soda 4 cups warm water Combine baking soda and water and pour into a clean spray bottle. Spray directly on the surface to be cleaned and wipe off with a damp sponge. Post Views: 36

Hints, Tips and Trickssoft, scrubLeave a comment

Shoe Waterproofing

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

2 parts beeswax 1 part mutton fat Melt beeswax and mutton fat together. Apply to shoes at night. In the morning, wipe shoes well with a piece of flannel. Post Views: 49

Hints, Tips and Tricksshoe, waterproofingLeave a comment

Tile Floor Shiner

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

This will give the tile floor a shiny, glazed look. 1/2 cup powdered clothes starch 1 gallon warm water Apply a very thin layer, then let dry. Post Views: 46

Hints, Tips and Trickstile, floor, shinerLeave a comment

Scented Soft Soap

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

Several drops essential oil or favorite perfume 1 cup Soft Soap Mix together. Label and store in a pump-type dispenser or a squeeze-top plastic container. Post Views: 46

Hints, Tips and Tricksscented, soft, soapLeave a comment

Sick Houseplant Treatment

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

4 or 5 empty eggshells 4 cups water Put eggshells in water and let stand for 24 hours. Water the plants with this mixture. Post Views: 42

Hints, Tips and Trickssick, houseplant, treatmentLeave a comment

Seasoning Cutting Boards

December 8, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

Cut a garlic clove in half, dip it in olive oil, and rub the entire surface until it was soaked into the wood. Then leave it like that for at least a day before using. Post Views: 47

Hints, Tips and Tricksseasoning, cutting, boardsLeave a comment

Toilet Stain Cleaner

December 7, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

Here is how to clean those toilet stains. 1 cup borax 1/4 cup lemon or vinegar juice Mix, then pour into the toilet bowl. Let sit for about 15 minutes, then scrub the stains away. Post Views: 53

Hints, Tips and Trickstoilet, stain, cleanerLeave a comment

Wonder Spray

December 7, 2024December 10, 2024 Frank

1/4 cup white vinegar 2 teaspoons Borax 1/4 cup liquid soap 32 ounces hot water 20 drops essential oil* Combine all ingredients. Use as you would any other cleaning spray. * Lavender is an antibiotic, antiviral, antifungal and antibacterial. Post Read More …

Hints, Tips and Trickswonder, sprayLeave a comment

Posts navigation

Older posts
Newer posts

Meta

  • Register
  • Log in
  • Entries feed
  • Comments feed
  • WordPress.org

Menu

  • HOME
  • Baking
    • Balls
    • Bars
    • Biscotti
    • Bread
    • Bread Machine/ABM
    • Brownies
    • Cookies
    • Dainties
    • Donuts
    • Gingerbread
    • Muffins
    • Pastry
    • Squares
    • Tart
  • Beverages
    • Beer
    • Cocktails
    • Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate
    • DIY
    • Eggnog
    • Hot Beverages
    • Martini
    • Non-Alcoholic Beverages
    • Punch
    • Shooter
    • Smoothies, Alcoholic
    • Smoothies, Non-Alcoholic
  • Canning
    • Jams and Jellies
    • Pickles & Preserves
    • Relishes
  • Desserts
    • Bread Pudding
    • Cake
      • Cupcakes
      • Frosting/Icing
    • Cheesecake
    • Creme Brulee
    • Dessert
    • Ice Cream
    • Mousse
    • Pies
    • Pudding
    • Rice Pudding
  • Hints
    • Hints, Tips and Tricks
    • Substitutions
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Barbecue
    • Breakfast
      • Breakfast and Brunch
      • Quiche
    • Casseroles
    • Cheese
    • Chili
    • Chutney
    • Crepes
    • Curry
    • Dips
      • Guacamole
      • Salsa
    • Fondue
    • Fruit
    • Fudge
    • Garnishing
    • Glazes
    • Halloween
    • Jambalaya
    • Meats
      • Beef
      • Lamb
      • Meat Balls
      • Meat Pies
      • Meatloaf
      • Pork
      • Red Meat
      • Ribs
      • Sausage
      • Seafood
    • Miscellaneous
      • Butter
      • Candy
      • Dim Sum
      • Dumplings
      • Entrees
      • Fillings
      • Kids Stuff
      • Paste
      • Stir Fry
      • Stuffing
      • Syrup
      • Tapas
    • Mushrooms
    • Pasta
    • Pesto
    • Pet Foods
    • Pizza
    • Potato
    • Poultry
      • Chicken
      • Duck and Goose
      • Fowl
      • Turkey
      • Wings
    • Spice Mix
      • Rubs
      • Spice Mixes
    • Rice
    • Salads
      • Cold Salads
      • Coleslaw
      • Dressing
      • Salad
      • Vinaigrette
    • Sandwiches
    • Sauces and Marinades
      • Marinades
    • Snacks
    • Souffle
    • Soups and Stews
      • Bisque
      • Soup
      • Stew
      • Stock
    • Spreads
    • Vinegar
    • Squares
    • Stew
    • Stir Fry
    • Stock
    • Stuffing
    • Syrup
    • Tapas
    • Tart
    • Vegetables
    • Vegetarian/Vegan
    • Vinaigrette
  • Volume
    • Appetizers v
    • Beverages v
    • Breads v
    • Breakfast v
    • Cereals v
    • Cheese v
    • Dessert v
    • General v
    • Guidelines v
    • Meat v
    • Pasta v
    • Salad v
    • Sandwich v
    • Sauce v
    • Soup v
    • Vegetables v

Download Our App

Android
"A party without cake is really just a meeting." ~ Julia Child
… (next quote)

Recent Comments

  1. Carol-Anne Barnes on Parker House Inn Creme Brulee

Recent Posts

  • Marinated Fish with Salmoriglio Sauce
  • Sole with Lemon Cream
  • Sautéed Cod with Rich Ketchup Sauce
  • Roasted Halibut with Fresh Herb Sauce
  • Seared Tuna with Soy and Red Chiles

Categories

Archives

Follow Us On:

Connect


Facebook
Instagram
BlueSky
Telegram

Copyright. All rights reserved.
Proudly powered by WordPress | Education Hub by WEN Themes