30 Minute Beef Meals That Will Quickly Become Family Favorites

Buy It: Ayesha Curry Home 12-Inch Nonstick Covered Deep Skillet ($40, Walmart) Test Kitchen Tip: Regardless of color, meatballs should be cooked to 160°F. To measure the doneness, insert an instant-read thermometer ($10, Walmart) into the center of the meatball. Buy It: Accent Mess-Free Pepper Grinder ($28, OXO) Buy It: Lodge Enameled Cast Iron 5.5 Quart Dutch Oven ($40, Walmart)

December 22, 2022 · 1 min · 60 words · Debra Garcia

31 Budget Landscaping Tricks So Your Yard Looks Like A Million Bucks

Do Your Research Horticulturists at local universities often offer free advice to save you from making costly mistakes, such as putting shade-loving plants in full sun. Also, visit your local library to check out gardening videos, books, and magazines (side bonus: some libraries even offer seeds and lend garden tools). And, of course, websites like this offer plenty of how-to landscaping and gardening information. Comparison Shop Know which plants you want before you head to the nursery or garden center....

December 22, 2022 · 9 min · 1819 words · Monroe Folwell

4 Breakfast Salads That Prove Greens Belong On Your Morning Menu

Breakfast Salad with Avocado and Eggs So long, avocado toast, we’ve moved on to breakfast egg salads with avocado mixed in. The dressing on this salad is full of fresh flavors from basil, parsley, and lemon (both juice and zest). And as you cut into the poached egg on top the yolk and dressing run together for a salad dressing unlike any you’ve tasted. Breakfast Salad Bagels, bacon, berries, yogurt, and eggs....

December 22, 2022 · 2 min · 243 words · Susan Wiggins

4 Pattern Trends To Try Right Now

Hit the Floor Encaustic cement tiles are the look of the moment. Widely used throughout Europe, these colorful tiles have been around since medieval times and can bring an old-world charm to any space. From swirling intricate motifs to modern geometrics, bold hues to traditional black and white, you are sure to find an encaustic tile to suit most any space. Different colors of clay are used to create each tile, so the patterns will never wear off....

December 22, 2022 · 2 min · 314 words · Thomas Albert

42 Beautiful Centerpiece Ideas For Your Thanksgiving Table

Editor’s Tip: Be sure to follow food safety guidelines when setting out your centerpiece. Editor’s Tip: Use a faux pumpkin to make the vase reusable. Editor’s Tip: Top your homemade pumpkin pie with cut crust letters for a festive touch. Editor’s Tip: Don’t have a tall cylindrical vase? A wide round vase would hold more beans and wheat for a fuller centerpiece display. Editor’s Tip: Post-Thanksgiving, transition your succulent centerpiece into a gorgeous potted plant composition by slicing off the top of the pumpkin and setting it in a container filled with rich potting soil....

December 22, 2022 · 1 min · 95 words · Mable Schreiber

43 Pretty Fall Front Entry Ideas You Can Keep Up All Season Long

33 Container Garden Ideas for a Colorful Season-Long Display Editor’s Tip: In place of chrysanthemums, you can also use thistles, wild asters, or hydrangeas.

December 22, 2022 · 1 min · 24 words · David Martinez

5 Homemade Bows For Gifts You Can Whip Up In No Time

Whether you’re wrapping Christmas gifts for the family or embellishing a birthday package, these how-to techniques are easy to learn. To get started, grab your best scissors and raid the ribbon drawer. Make a Classic Bow with Ribbon This might be the easiest bow you’ve ever made. Learn how to make a bow with ribbon that looks like it came directly from the department store gift-wrapping station. All you need is a wide ribbon and a pair of scissors—we’ll walk you through the rest!...

December 22, 2022 · 3 min · 435 words · Sarah Mody

6 Natural Ways To Keep Mosquitoes From Ruining The Party

1. Plant an Aromatic Garden Some plants have scents that mosquitoes don’t like, such as lemon balm, basil, mint, rosemary, catnip, marigold, and lavender. Plant these liberally in your garden, especially around entertaining spaces. When you pass by the plants, be sure to brush them or rub the leaves. This releases the oils into the air and onto your skin. 2. Ditch the Water Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water....

December 22, 2022 · 2 min · 303 words · Janet Ohaver

6 Swimming Pool Styles To Consider Before Breaking Ground

Use the following guide to learn about some of the most popular types of pools. Each option comes with its own pros, cons, and special considerations that should factor into your decision. 1. Above-Ground Pools Generally the most economical option, above-ground pools sit on the surface of your yard, sometimes with a deck or patio surrounding them. Most above-ground pools are constructed with aluminum, resin, or steel sidings and vinyl liners....

December 22, 2022 · 5 min · 940 words · Tammy Thompson

6 Virtual Valentine S Day Date Ideas Better Than A Night Out

If you’re quarantined with your sweetie, there are plenty of virtual Valentine’s Day date ideas that are even better than a night out on the town. If you can’t be together in person this year, I also have some suggestions that’ll make you feel like you’re spending the holiday with each other. This year, Valentine’s Day falls on a Sunday, so choose two or three of these ideas and plan the ultimate day together....

December 22, 2022 · 3 min · 476 words · Lino Michaelis

7 Quick And Easy Chores That Make A Big Impact Before Guests Arrive

1. Pick up the entryway. Start with your entryway to ensure guests are greeted by a tidy, welcoming space. Remove clutter near the door and make room for guests to kick off shoes and hang up coats. Use a vacuum or broom to sweep the floors, or, at the very least, take rugs outside to shake out loose dirt, dust, and debris. 2. Tidy up the kitchen. If your gathering involves food, chances are guests will end up in the kitchen at some point....

December 22, 2022 · 3 min · 566 words · Agnes Arthur

7 Recipes Featuring Acorn Squash As The Star Ingredient

Buy It: Cuisinart Smart Stick Two-Speed Hand Blender ($50, Bed Bath & Beyond) Buy It: Crock-Pot 6 qt. Programmable Cook & Carry Slow Cooker ($50, Target) Buy It: Garam Masala Half-Cup Flatpack ($9, The Spice House)

December 22, 2022 · 1 min · 36 words · Paul Sanchez

7 Snack Delivery Services That Bring Goodies Right To Your Door

Snack Delivery Apps for Immediate Hunger Cravings Similar to food delivery apps such as Postmates or Instacart (which you could totally use to curb your cravings), these apps can be downloaded to order snacks and more. After you order, someone will be driving your snacks right to your door. Both of these are currently offering contact-free delivery as well if you prefer. Drizly Drizly is an alcohol delivery service that gets your favorite beverages to your door within an hour of ordering....

December 22, 2022 · 4 min · 749 words · Sadie Williams

7 Updates You Can Do To Prepare Your Home For The Holidays

First, get focused. A whole-home makeover probably isn’t feasible within a few weeks’ time, so concentrate your efforts on gathering spaces and other areas visitors are likely to interact with, such as powder rooms or guest bedrooms. For holiday dinners, consider where guests are likely to congregate before, during, and after the meal, suggests New York City interior designer Elizabeth Gill. Depending on the layout of your home and your entertaining style, that could include the kitchen, living room, formal dining area, and more....

December 22, 2022 · 5 min · 881 words · Gale Brady

9 Affordable Kitchen Flooring Ideas That Don T Sacrifice Style

Top-of-the-line floors can cost around $30 per square foot. Professional installation for a sizable kitchen can easily put a remodel over budget. And although DIY installation might sound like a good idea, you’ll still need to pay for grout, goggles, glue, and other tools and materials that you’ll need to store later. You might find better value by opting for less expensive flooring. Ahead, design experts offer their favorite flooring options for high style with a low price tag....

December 22, 2022 · 7 min · 1398 words · Samuel Goldstein

A Ghost Face Pumpkin Stencil To Add A Little Spooky To Your Halloween

To carve: Log in to BHG.com to download and print the free stencil pattern. Tape your printed pattern to the surface of a hollowed-out pumpkin, and use a pin tool to create pinpricks along the stencil lines. Remove the stencil and etch the stencil areas within dotted lines. To etch, use a gouging tool to gently scrape off the pumpkin’s surface, revealing the lighter-colored rind underneath. Carve stencil areas within solid lines, cutting entirely through the wall of the pumpkin....

December 22, 2022 · 1 min · 93 words · Dennis Snoke

A Homemade Dark Or White Meat Chicken Salad Recipe Everyone Will Love

How to Make Chicken Salad at Home Cooking chicken for chicken salad is not a necessity. Read on for a variety of poultry picks, plus how to make homemade chicken salad, what to add to elevate the flavors, and ways to serve chicken salad at a party. Choose the Chicken You can buy chicken salad at the deli, but nothing beats a DIY version made with fresh, top-quality ingredients. It all starts with good chicken....

December 22, 2022 · 4 min · 795 words · Sandra Christenson

A Moat Of Native Flowers Honors The Queen S Platinum Jubilee

Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty The Queen Queen Elizabeth II is not only the longest-reigning British monarch, but also the longest-serving female head of state in the world. She succeeded to the throne upon the death of her father, King George VI, on February 6, 1952. Only 25 at the time, The Queen is now 95. For some American context, Queen Elizabeth II’s reign has overlapped with 14 U.S. Presidents, from Harry Truman to Joe Biden....

December 22, 2022 · 2 min · 365 words · Katie Ely

A Professional Outdoor Party Planner Shares Tips For A Successful Bash

1. Ambiance “Music makes everyone feel at ease and creates an instant vibe,” Revels says. “For Sunday BBQs, we love My Girl Radio on Pandora. For Saturday nights, we may kick it up a little.” Pair the casual playlist with breezy decorations to set the atmosphere of your gathering. Revels pairs simple touches (like a blanket over the back of a chair to combat a cool after-dinner breeze) with more elaborate place settings to create a gorgeous party set-up that doesn’t take hours to create....

December 22, 2022 · 3 min · 428 words · Teresa Bolar

Air Fried Nashville Style Hot Chicken Strips

December 22, 2022 · 0 min · 0 words · Beatrice Sanchez