As the weather starts to cool down (just a little) we notice our FPL bill rise. Here are a few ways to help curb the rise in your bill.
Check your window & door seals.
Take shorter, cooler showers.
Adjust the temp. in freezer and ref.- use energy star appliances.
Wash clothes in cold water / clean lint filter in dryer after each load.
Swap light bulbs for LED bulbs.
Watch time of use rates-cost of elect. is higher at peak times.
Change air filters frequently.
Unplug unused items – phantom or standby power can raise your bill.
Pool pumps run 6 hrs. per day in the summer and 4 hrs. per day in the winter.
Use a programmable thermostat and light timers.
Use ceiling fans to your advantage. Summer turn counterclockwise pushes air down creating a cool breeze and clockwise in the cooler months.
These are just a few ideas that might make the beginning of your holiday season a little brighter. Now how about a couple of easy to make recipes.
Seven Layer Cookies
Ingredients
- 1/2 c. salted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 c. graham cracker crumbs
- 1 c. sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 c. semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 c. butterscotch chips
- 1 can (14 oz. size) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 c. pecans chopped
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350ºF. Lightly grease a 11 x 7 baking pan.
- Stir together melted butter and graham cracker crumbs. Press into prepared pan.
- Add the other ingredients in order: coconut, chocolate chips, and butterscotch chips. Pour sweetened condensed milk over the top. Add the pecans.
- Bake for 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack. Place pan in the refrigerator and serve cold
Hot Toddy
1 ½ ounces of whiskey, rum or brandy.
1 ½ ounces honey or maple syrup
½ cup of steaming hot water
1 lemon wedge
Garnish- 3 cloves and 1 cinnamon stick
Stir together liquor and honey, pour in hot water, add garnish