To carve: Start with a pumpkin hollowed out from the bottom. Level the cut-out pumpkin bottom with a knife; you’ll set a candle on it later. Place the downloadable pattern on the pumpkin, taping it to the pumpkin’s prettiest side. Use a large pin to prick holes through the paper and into the pumpkin skin. Prick along all stencil lines, keeping pin pricks closely spaced. Remove the taped pattern, but keep it nearby....
When I was young, I LOVED to read, loved it so much my parents had to ground me from books, so I wouldn’t read. Seriously. That was almost as bad as when they took away my bed because I wouldn’t clean my room. My childhood was strange. So it’s probably no surprise that out of all of the princesses, Belle was one of my favorites. I can just imagine her sitting near the fountain reading one of these great young adult books or maybe a classic....
We’re all in for finding alternative, more affordable cuts of meat, and we also love tossing new ingredients on the grill. So we tapped Sophie Mellett-Grinnell, the Market Specialist for Baldor Specialty Foods, to give us the lowdown on the best meat to grill if you are on a budget or looking for a new option. Thin Cuts of Beef Thin cuts—like skirt steak, flank steak, brisket, sirloin flap (bavette), hangar, boneless short rib (think Korean BBQ), Denver steak, and tri-tip—cook quickly and are much more versatile for backyard chefs to use....
To spare you the grunt work, we’ve rounded up the best flower delivery services that provide fresh arrangements, ensure timely deliveries, and cater to different budgets. Scroll down to learn more about what these brands have to offer and to shop their gorgeous blooms. Best Flower Delivery Services of 2022 Best Overall: UrbanStems Best Variety: The Bouqs Co. Best Same-Day Delivery: From You Flowers Best Cheap Flower Delivery: 1-800-Flowers Best Flower Subscription: BloomsyBox Best Search Filters: FTD Best for Events: Enjoy Flowers Best Gift Options: ProFlowers...
With benefits like boosted alertness and decreased risk of certain health conditions, tea has proven to be a mighty ally in supporting your health, but more than that, it can contribute to your overall well-being in large and small ways. Whether it brings you sleep, seasonal excitement, or just refreshment on a hot day, tea is a versatile drink that you should consider adding to your daily routine. Because there are so many different types of tea, each with unique benefits, it can be hard to navigate which will work best for you....
While the recall only pertains to about 7,600 pounds of sausage products, these items were distributed to various retailers nationwide. According to a recall notice posted on the Walmart website, the now-recalled sausage was distributed to hundreds of Walmart stores in Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and several other states.The problem was discovered after Bob Evans Farms Foods notified FSIS that it had received consumer complaints reporting thin blue pieces of rubber in its sausage product....
An existential crisis: Could I use a cotton or linen shower curtain as a window curtain? I’m a huge fan of shower curtains used in unexpected ways, and I’m no stranger to repurposing items like a diaper bag as my weekend purse or an infant’s playmat as a kitchen floor mat. But there had to be some reason shower curtains can’t be used as window curtains, right? Otherwise they’d all just be called curtains....
Pasta and Stir-Fry Wild Mushroom Spinach-Stuffed Shells: The ricotta, mushroom, and spinach stuffing is decadent in shells—and is equally tasty served wrapped in lasagna noodles. Get the recipe. Tomato Mushroom Pasta: Add hearty shiitake mushrooms to this simmered tomato mushroom sauce. Get the recipe. Tofu and Mushroom Larb: This plant-based variation of larb, a spicy Thai dish, features mushrooms and tofu in place of meat. Get the recipe. Soup Creamy Mushroom Soup With Chives: Cremini and shiitake mushrooms add richness to this easy-to-make soup that comes together in less than an hour....
Dangtop’s cooling bamboo blanket is one such “game changer,” and with a sale price of just $28, it’s budget-friendly, too. Available in eight colors and three sizes to fit a twin, queen, or king bed, the blanket is made of a breathable, cool-to-the-touch bamboo fabric that prevents overheating at night. Others say the texture of the blanket is like a “silk/cotton hybrid” that “almost has the sensation of a cool, damp cloth....
If your air conditioner hasn’t been used in several months or you keep smelling a musty scent when it’s turned on, it’s a good idea to inspect it to determine if mold is growing in the unit. Use this guide to learn common signs of mold growth, how to check for mold, and what to do if you find mold growing in your air conditioner. Common Signs of Mold in Your Air Conditioner There are several common signs to look for when it comes to mold growth in an air conditioner....
I saw an infographic the other day that was talking about Super Bowl party ideas and specifically about the most popular food by each state for Super Bowl Sunday. Honestly, I thought it was going to be either wings (these garlic parmesan wings are my favorite), chili (Cincinnati chili would be great this year), or buffalo chicken dip. And all of those thing showed up on the list somewhere around the country, but the one that surprised me most was sausage cheese balls....
With Christmas just around the corner, it’s time for all of the Christmas recipes! Cookies, cupcakes, cakes, and more coming at you over the next few weeks! I’m always trying to come up with super simple and cute dessert ideas that you can take to party, like these hot chocolate cupcakes I made last year. That’s why we made these easy Santa hat cupcakes that start with a boxed red velvet cake mix and finish with a DIY Santa hat treat on top!...
The Best Zuppa Toscana Soup Recipe I’m a big fan of Olive Garden. Give me a never ending pasta bowl and breadsticks any day. Unlimited soup and salad? Sign me up. This Zuppa Toscana copycat recipe is a homemade version of one of my favorite Olive Garden soups. I’m sure you can get it elsewhere but it seems like most people know it as an Olive Garden soup, so I’m calling it an Olive Garden copycat recipe....
After avoiding food allergies my whole life, the saying, “You are what you eat,” has never been more true for me now. Within the past few years, I’ve had at least four bad reactions to shellfish dishes. At first I thought it was a bad case of food poisoning, but after the third time, it felt like more, so I always assumed I had developed a sensitivity to shellfish. When I learned my sister was taking an at-home food sensitivity test from the company EverlyWell to test her sensitivity to gluten, I knew I’d finally found an easy way to figure out what might be going on without the hassle of going to a specialist....
The award-winning British interior design writer, blogger, and content creator expresses her innate creativity through her resourceful approach to living. She uses vintage and repurposed pieces to create sustainable and functional spaces. She shares her insight into the vintage Halloween decor craze, where to look, and what for, to create a boo-tiful retro backdrop to your Halloween festivities. Why is Vintage Halloween Decor So Popular? With increasingly more vintage Halloween decor popping up, it’s hard not to wonder what sparked its grand revival....
While this major milestone comes with a lot of benefits, it’s a process that few truly understand until, well, they’ve done it, with or without the help of a home buying checklist. If you have fantasized about posting one of those “I’m a home buyer!” photos on Instagram, read these words of wisdom—and caution—before diving into the sea of listings. Though these first-time home buyers are happy to have a “home sweet home,” there are a handful of lessons they wished they knew before they began the search....
The good news is, linen sheets are pretty hearty: Linen is about 30 percent more durable than cotton, and though they may feel crisp at first, they’ll soften over time. (Just one of many reasons it’s important to know how often you should wash your sheets.) Read on to learn all the ins and outs of luxurious linen sheets before you commit to buying a set, which may run you up to several hundred dollars—but pay off in the end if linen is right for you....
“The word ‘snacking’ can sometimes get a bad reputation,” says Melissa Rifkin, MS, RD, CDN. “But when you’re munching on a healthy food that’s chock-full of nutrition, snacking can actually ward off late night hunger, which could ultimately assist with overall health, wellness, and prevent overeating.” The key, according to Rifkin? Plant-based protein. And her favorite example is peanuts. “A 1-ounce serving of peanuts has 7 grams of plant protein that keeps you very well-satiated,” she says....
If you heard “sumac” and immediately thought of poison ivy, you’re wrong! (Poison sumac is a different plant, which has white berries.) If you grew up in a Middle Eastern household, however, you probably have a very different sumac story to tell. “You’ll know it as a souring agent that’s an excellent substitute for lemon or vinegar, and is great to use on kebabs, fish, or chicken,” says Tenny Avanesian, an Armenian-American food entrepreneur and the founder of Lemonette....
Wedges have traditionally been a summer staple and for good reason. Their bottoms extend from front to back with a raised heel, so that it serves as both the sole and the heel. They give you the lift of your favorite pair of pumps, with added support and stability for outdoor terrain. Platform shoes also have a raised heel, but the difference is that they have a thick sole as well....
