Regular waffles, Belgium waffles, waffle sticks and now Nordic Ware introduces its Egg Waffle Pan. A favorite street snack from Hong Kong, means little eggs, that provides an on-the-go light pastry.
This cast aluminum nonstick, hinged, interlocking pans provide even heat cooking, easy release and clean-up.
At Williams-Sonoma $49.95, recipe included.
No, this isn’t about political primaries!
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It’s Martin Luther’s King Birthday this week and as you know that’s with any national holiday it provides another weekend for retailers to offer sales and promotions
1. Spiegel® and Newport News. Get an extra 40% off this weekend (until 01-15-2012). No promo code needed. No minimum purchase.
2. Hanes. Just in time to begin that New Year’s Resolution. Get 30% off sweats 2 days only (1-15-2012-1/16/2012).
3. QVC. Honora Pearls introduces a new color this weekend in pearls: Cinnamon. Red, not a dusty red, but a hot red. Hot color by the number of sales.
4. ideeli. Shopping Marathon this week. 50%-80%+ off selections.
5. couture candy. 22% off ends Sunday eve. Promo Code: 22Now.
6. Crocs™. Save up to 70% off Winter Sale ends 01/19/2012. Can’t find shoe size, check Shoebuy.com extra 25% off, use promo code: BDAY +Free Shipping.
7. Younkers. Yellow Dot Sale 70% off plus take extra 20%, use promo code: JANCLRNCE12. Semi-Annual Home Sale begins Wednesday8 , Jan.18-28, 2012.
8. Macy’s. Online extra 15% off plus sizes , even clearance. Use promo code: SUPER.
9. Jewelry Television®. Customer Appreciation Days. Bella Luce ® now at JTV. New offerings from Jewelry School and special buys. 10% off all clearance. $1.99 Shipping.
10. William-Sonoma. Free Shipping Only Monday, Jan.16,2012. Promo Code: FREESHIP
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Designer brand name apparel and accessories, professional culinary cooking pieces, name brand shoes, latest hot cosmetics and fragrances–yes you can get these and more at outlet stores, but are you getting the best deals? MarkdownMom has written on this before recommending that you look for the clearance racks in the outlet stores for the best deals–yes, they do have them.
Buyer Beware: Not everything is on sale compared to retail stores. Initially, outlet stores were used to sell not-in-season merchandise, slightly flawed items, etc. Now many retailers produce special lines for outlet stores such as The Gap has Nike® and Adidas®. These may be of lesser quality in workmanship and materials.
However, not all retailers are following this trend. Le Creuset® cookware is same quality, but may have flaw or chip. Apparel shops like Dress Barn carry the same items as in their stores. Remember the percentage off is based by manufacturers suggested retail price which is seldom sold at that price.
MDM Says: Be sure check with clerks at the stores and do your homework to find out if merchandise is the same as the original.
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Taco Bell® is testing the new Doritos Loco Taco in select markets. But what if you want a softshell version? The closest that Taco Bell has is a burrito made with fritos for 99¢.
You can make your own courtesy of reanbean at Group Recipes. This recipe takes 20 minutes to make and serves 4.
MDM Suggests: You can spike this recipe up even more by adding cooked mexican rice, sour cream and/or guacomole. Yummo!
Method
Brown meat or chicken. While doing this preheat oven to 375. Drain meat and add Taco Seasoning & Rotel. Simmer over med. heat for 5 mins. Add meat mixture to a smaller glass casserole dish. Add cheese sauce and crushed up Doritos, mix well. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over dish and bake for 10-15 mins or until cheese is melted. Add mixture to flour tortillas, layer in rice and top with sour cream/guacomole, roll and serve.
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Martha Stewart mentioned in passing on making crepes, a handy Japanese kitchen tool that evenly dispenses oil for cooking. baking, or grilling.
This handy device dispenses just the right amount of oil, not too much. not too little, all while keeping your hands grease free! It’s called a OYATSULAND or Japanese Oil Brush Set. Fiber strings not only dispense oil evenly but can get into every nook & cranny of a muffin pan, aebleskiver pan, or any pan to create a natural nonstick surface.
Reusable and relatively inexpensive. this a great little gift for the chefs in your family and a great stocking stuffer!
Best prices at the following merchants: Amazon from $4.25-$4.99+sh. Webichi.com $6.49 +sh.
It’s Another Good Thing!
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What is old, is new again or so it seems so–even in cooking. Williams Sonoma is selling sheets of clay to cook your favorite meats in with the main advantage that your guests will ooh and aah at this unique presentation. 
Although this method is quite old, it has had mixed results from fabulous to undercooked.
The kit sells for $14.99 for one time use, personally MarkdownMom recommends checking out prices of the reusable clay pots. Want to be adventurous and find your own source of clay? Just make sure it’s food safe.
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One of MarkdownMom’s favorite TV sites this Fall is the Nate Berkus Show. We first became acquainted with Nate as a designer through Oprah’s Makeovers and he carried that success by developing his own decorating line, and now voilà we get his design expertise daily and so much more from his television show!
Here’s an hour well spent, get design tips on decorating and organizing small spaces, problem-solving and diy tips, fashion revamp, recipes, and great sweepstakes to enter like the $45,ooo Kitchen Makeover!
Love, Love, Love This Show–And You Will, Too!!!
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The most economical way to buy tea is in bulk. Usually it is fresher andthe cost per ounce is less. The downside is steaming the tea to extract the full flavor and straining out the leaves. Now you can do both, a twofer, or two for tea with the Kamjove Press Art Tea Cup.
Like the French Press, this is a great way to brew a cuppa. With a patented press valve you can control strength, no leaking when you stop pressing, and stainless steel double filter nets make this item a must have for the tea drinker.
Prices range from $20-$25, at various web sites including Ebay™, and local Asian specialty stores such as Noodles & Company.
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Okay, La
bor Day Weekend spells the end of summer and perhaps the last family summer picnic. Hot dogs, burgers, potato salad and more. Sounds heavy, right? Where does dessert come in–yeah, I know there’s always room for jello, but come on that squiggly mixture can turn into a gloppy mess in hot weather, and it’s not that exciting.
What would you say to a frozen delicious dessert that can rival your favorite gelato, frozen yogurt, is super healthy and takes minutes to prepare? Yonanas is a new kitchen gadget that takes those bananas turning brown and turns them into a delicious soft ice cream or fruit popsicle. Great for the family and cost effective, too. $49.95+sh, best price on shipping and handling at HSN.
Without a heavy dessert to slow you down, you can scoop all those Labor Day Weekend bargains!
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Description: MDM’s Savory Garden Risotto is MDM’s take on The Good Earth’s delicious Summer Risotto. This dish can be eaten alone or served as a side dish with baked chicken or salmon. This dish is colorful to look at, savory, and fragrant. Best of all, it is easy to make! Any grocery store will carry these ingredients, but MDM recommends going to a farmer’s market or local organic co-op for vegetables, herbs, and cheese. You can use boxed risotto, which is the fastest. Or if you have your own favorite home-made recipe, you may use this as well.
Ingredients
Directions:
Chop sweet bell peppers, zucchini, and summer squash and mix into a medium-sized bowl. Chop garlic cloves and add to frying pan with virgin olive oil. Sautè vegetables from bowl and set aside. Cook creamy parmesan risotto (per box instructions) in pot [or use own recipe for making creamy risotto]. In medium-sized bowl mix risotto with sautèed vegetables. While still hot, mix in grated fresh parmigiano reggiano cheese, chopped fresh dill, and grated lemon rind. Squeeze lemon juice over dish to taste. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 to 15 minutes
Serves: 4 to 8 people
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