October 2014 Newsletter

• Get your mind in the gutters. Inspect and clean gutters and downspouts.
• Button up your overcoat. Seal gaps and cracks around windows and doors with weather-stripping and caulk.
• Get on top of roof problems. Inspect your roof for damaged or curled shingles, corroded flashing, or leaky vents.
• Walks the walks (and drives). Take steps to repair damaged sidewalks, driveways, and steps.
• Chill out. Drain and winterize outdoor faucets and irrigation systems.
• Freshen your filter. Clean or replace dirty furnace filters.
• Give your furnace a physical. Have a professional inspect your heating system.

For a full list check out this link:  Better Homes

Ingredients:

2 1/4 poundsBraeburn apples

1/4 cupall-purpose flour

2 tablespoonsapple jelly

1 tablespoonfresh lemon juice

1/2 teaspoonground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoonsalt

1/4 teaspoonground nutmeg

1/3 cupsugar

Cornmeal Crust Dough

Wax paper

3 tablespoonssugar

1 tablespoonbutter, cut into pieces

1 teaspoonsugar

Brandy-Caramel Sauce 

2 1/4 pounds Granny Smith apples