Well…my last build gave me something to hit with, but nothing to hit. And, of course, my son wanted in on the action. So this one was for him. I tried to make it smaller and lighter…..good. The look and toughness, not so good.
Author: Larry Charbonneau
Atypical (not a typo) guy. Into scuba diving, college football, Star Trek, Star Wars, Babylon 5, music, programming, web development....the list goes on an on. Read more
Light Saber from Plumbing Parts
This was my first ever DIY build. It came from somewhere on the web that I’ve forgotten. The plan was for just the hilt but I had an inspiration…and good fortune to add a blade so I could hit something with it. Not amazing, I know but it’s a start.
Potato Cinnamon Rolls
Ingredients 2/3 C Sugar 2/3 C Shortening/Butter 1 C Mashed Potatoes (1 C Hot Water and Flakes to consistency) 2 1/2 tsp Salt 2 Eggs 2 pig Active Dry Yeast 1 1/3 C Warm Water 6 – 6 1/2 C Flower In a large bowl, cream sugar and shortening. In… Read more“Potato Cinnamon Rolls”
Sandy’s Meatballs
Thanks Sandy! Ingredients 2 lb hamburger 2 cups rice 1/2 cup minced onion 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 2 eggs Topping 4 cups ketchup 1 Tblspn mustard 1 cup brown sugar Bake at 375 degrees. Time depends on the size of the meatballs. Small ones for about 40-45 minutes…. Read more“Sandy’s Meatballs”
Prime Rib
Ingredients: Standing Rib Roast Salt Seasoning Salt Garlic Powder Directions Mix up equal parts of onion salt, seasoned salt, and garlic powder. Approx 1/4 cup total. Pat the salt mixture on both ends and the fat side of the roast. The salt may not stick as well on the fat… Read more“Prime Rib”
Oatmeal Cookies
Ingredients: 3/4 Cup Shortening 1 Cup Brown Sugar 1/2 Cup Sugar 1 Egg 1/4 Cup Water 1 Teaspoon Vanilla 1 Cup Sifted Flour 1 Teaspoon Salt 1/2 Teaspoon Soda 3 Cups Oatmeal Directions Beat shortening, sugar, egg, water and vanilla together. Sift flour, salt and soda, add to cream mixture…. Read more“Oatmeal Cookies”
Brownies
Ingredients: 2 cups sugar 2 cups of shortening or ½ cup shortening and ½ cup (1 stick) margarine 4 eggs 2 cups flour 5 tablespoons cocoa 1 teaspoon vanilla dash (pinch) of salt Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix together 2 cups sugar and 2 cups of shortening. (You… Read more“Brownies”
Chocolate Sweet Cake
Ingredients: 2 Cups Flour 2 Cups Sugar 1 Teaspoon soda 2 Sticks Oleo 1 Cup Water 5 Tablespoons Cocoa 1 Cup Buttermilk 2 Eggs 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Directions In a saucepan, melt oleo and water. Bring to a boil and pour over dry ingredients. Bake at 350° for one hour…. Read more“Chocolate Sweet Cake”
Whole Wheat Bread
Ingredients: 2 Packages Dry Yeast 1/2 Cup Warm Water 1-1/2 Cup Lukewarm Water 3 Tablespoons Sugar 2 Teaspoons Salt 3 Cups Bleached Flour 1/2 Cup Hot Water 3 Tablespoons Shortening 1/2 Cup Brown Sugar 3 Cups Whole Wheat Flour Directions Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup of warm water. Pour into… Read more“Whole Wheat Bread”
Dallas 2015
In Dallas for my nephew’s wedding.