Make Your Own “Cool Whip”

Frozen whipped dairy or non-diary products, such as Cool-Whip frozen topping can be a convenient way to add the right flourish to a desert. You can also use the Cool Whip in recipes to make mouses, pies and more. But we never buy the stuff. Instead, we make our own, which is not only much less expensive, but it is also without all of the chemicals you will find in those traditional frozen concoctions. If you want to make your own version, here is how you can do it. You’ll need an empty waxed milk carton to store your home … Continue reading

Frugal Fourth of July Treat

Are you hosting or attending a picnic or barbeque for Fourth of July? If so, you are probably looking for a fun yet frugal dish to prepare. Try this treat: Patriotic Parfait Ingredients: 1 box of red Jell-O 1 box of blue Jell-O 1 – 8 oz. container of Cool Whip *For greater savings, opt for gelatin and non-dairy whipped topping in your favorite house brand. Directions: Prepare red and blue gelatin in separate bowls, following the directions on the package. Once the gelatin is firm, add a layer of red gelatin, followed by whipped topping, and then blue gelatin … Continue reading