Wintertime Tips, Resources, & Recipes
The following links are provided to provide you helpful tips and ideas for the winter.
In the Kitchen
Turkey Basics (English) (Spanish) --Buying, thawing, to stuff or not to stuff and storing the leftovers.
Deep-Fried Turkey
Holiday Recipes--Gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie & more.
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Safe Eggnog
What to do with leftover turkey--Recipes.
Holiday Dinner Storage Guidelines
Recommended Storage Times--How long should you keep your food in your freezer/refrigerator?
Freezing Convenience Foods that You've Prepared at Home
Candy Making Questions?--Resources for your questions.
Vacuum Packing Machines--What are they good for?
Emergency Information
Water Storage for Emergencies--What to do before and after an emergency.
Preparing Your Family for Emergencies--What to do if disaster strikes.
When the Power Fails--What food should you keep and what you should throw away.
Coping with Power Failures--How to stay warm when the power goes out.
Winter Storm Damage--A check list what to look for and where.
Fabrics--How to remove some of those stains--pine resin, candle wax, wine, and more.
Spot and Stain Removal Guide for Washable Fabrics
Holiday Greenery
Christmas Tree Care
Poinsettias Care
How to Get Your Christmas Cactus to Bloom
Is Your Holiday Plant Safe Around Children and Pets?
Recycle Your Christmas Trees--Contact your garbage hauler to see what recycling they offer. Check the local newspaper for scout troops and nonprofits who pick up trees for donations or deliver your tree to Lane Forest Products or Rexius for a small fee.
Poison Control, 1-800-222-1222