Pain and Apple Pudding

Toothaches are NO FUN!  The throbbing pain penetrates throughout the jaw and head.  There are many home remedies I found online. 

 None of which I tried, but may work for you if you're in need!

Chewing leaves of a guava tree

Placing a garlic clove on the tooth

Pinch of pepper and table salt on the tooth

Clove oil

Chewing a raw onion for 3 minutes,

Rinse mouth with a strong alcohol such as whiskey.

Spray pure perfume on the tooth. (You'll need the perfume after all the other remedies)

I ended up taking a Percocet last night so I could sleep. I called my dentist this morning and after explaining the pain I was in, the receptionist said, "Hmmm...let's see....looks like we can get you in on Thursday at 8:00!
I found another dentist who took me in today.  His home remedy? A root canal! I must be on a roll! That's OK, tomorrow night I'll be out of this pain.
Just so that you don't think I'm a cry baby, I'm including a favorite recipe of ours.
This recipe is one my mom has made ever since I can remember.  To me it's a Fall dessert that can be used for any occasion! 

Apple Pudding
2 cups grated apples
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup shortening
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
2 cups flour (I used 1 whole wheat and 1 white)
2 tsp. soda
3/4 tsp salt
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional but really good)
Cream butter, shortening and sugar.  Add eggs and vanilla.  Beat until smooth.  Add grated apples.
Add dry ingredients and mix well.  Add nuts.
Pour into 9x13 greased pan.  Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.

Sauce
2 cups brown sugar
2 T. flour
2 T. cornstarch
3 cups water
2 T. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
Mix sugar, flour and cornstarch together.  Add water and bring to a boil.  Remove from heat, add butter and vanilla.
Cut cake and place on plate.  Pour warm sauce over top.  Can top with whipped cream or ice cream.

Hope you enjoy!