Two Pearls of Wisdom for the Kitchen

These 2 pearls of wisdom have made my kitchen a happy, happy place! 

Pearl #1:  Did you know that if you put green onions in water, you can continue to cut and cut off the green ends and they will regenerate?  This is especially helpful for those who cannot eat onions but can eat the green part of green onions (FODMAP Diet).

Pearl #2: To get rid of gnats.  Summertime is gnat season here in Charleston.  To get rid of gnats quickly, put about 1 cup of apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon of dish soap in a shallow bowl.  Cover bowl with plastic wrap, secure with rubber band if needed,  and poke holes in the plastic wrap.  In a day or two you will be amazed at how many gnats were in your kitchen! 

Inquiring Minds Want To Know....

I have a confession.  I am addicted to kitchen gadgets.  My pulse races as I near Williams-Sonoma, LeCreuset, or any other kitchen-specific store.  Over the years I have accumulated quite an array of unique items that I just couldn't see myself living without. 

So, dear readers, I am curious....what kitchen gadget or gadgets have you found irresistible? 

A Taste of Childhood

Do you relate certain foods to fantastic childhood memories?  For years I've searched and searched for an "official" waffelbackerei set (In the US we know them as rosette irons).  I've found some sets called Rosette Irons but they were made from aluminum or some other metal I don't want to cook with due to medical studies.  Alas, the original ones were made from cast iron but were impossible to find. 

My problem was recently solved!  While browsing www.shopgoodwill.com I came across an original Waffelbackerei set and I WON!  (For those of you not familiar with this amazing site, not only can you find great deals but your money helps put people to work!) 

So, now that my new waffelbackerei set is in the mail, I am surfing the web to find a tried and true recipe.  I've asked my mom for her recipe, and while she has promised she would look, it is gardening season and her time is limited. So, I'm reaching out to my faithful readers.....Do you have a great Rosette receipe?  If so, send it to me and I'll publish it with your credit (if you like). 

I cannot wait to make these for my grandchildren!