A basic outdoor kitchen has a cabinet and countertop, topped with a sink supplied with hot and cold water. The drain runs into a dry well. When building the unit, construct the cabinets and countertops to resist weather. Even if you live in a very dry climate, provide an awning or some other shelter from rain so the unit is at least partially protected. If you have freezing winters, install plumbing that can be drained in the fall....

Do You Need to Use a Fruit and Vegetable Wash? We all know it’s important to take proper precautions when handling meat to prevent spreading bacteria, but it’s equally as important to wash your fruits and veggies. The best way to wash fruits and vegetables? Plain old tap water. That’s right, the FDA says it’s OK to simply wash your produce with water. “Running water is just as effective as any veggie washes or vinegar solutions,” says Shelley Feist, former executive director of the Partnership for Food Safety Education....

Reheating: To reheat leftover refrigerated scones, microwave at 50% power for 20 to 25 seconds or until warm.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED – Photos (Sepia-tone or black-and-white images work well. You can convert many photos to black-and-white or brown tones at do-it-yourself photo centers.) – Paper trimmer – Wood trim pieces (available in the trim section at home center stores) – Acrylic paints in desired colors – Paintbrush – Spray adhesive – Gold highlighting medium – Fine sandpaper – Tack cloth Trim the photos to fit your wood pieces....

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1 4 ounce can diced green chile peppers, drained, or 3 fresh Anaheim or New Mexico peppers, roasted, peeled, and chopped ½ cup dill pickle, chopped 3 tablespoon red onion, finely chopped 2 tablespoon snipped fresh cilantro 4 teaspoon fresh lime juice 2 teaspoon honey

1 cup dried figs, stems removed, chopped ⅔ cup raisins, finely chopped ½ cup orange juice ⅓ cup diced candied fruits and peels, finely chopped 2 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon ⅓ cup blanched almonds, finely chopped Lemon Glaze 2 cup sifted confectioners sugar 2 tablespoon milk 2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice ¼ teaspoon salt

Growing Firecracker Flower Firecracker flower grows well in full sun or shade and well-drained soil. Plant firecracker flower in fall or winter and water plants regularly to encourage a strong, deep root system. After established, firecracker flower has good drought tolerance. Few pests or diseases plague firecracker flower. Prune plants as needed to maintain shape in early summer after flowering tapers. This colorful plant also grows well in large containers. Plant it in a pot that is at least 24 inches wide and enjoy it as a patio shrub year-round....

Fruit Parfaits Raisin-Pumpkin Tart

Colorful Combinations French marigolds typically come in warm shades of oranges, yellows, reds. Some varieties have a single rows of petals, while others have pom-pom-like, petal-packed double blooms. Plus, it seems like there is a new marigold shade or petal type introduced each year. French Marigold Care Must-Knows Often one of the first plants a child will grow, these annuals are super easy! However, they’ll do best in well-drained soil that doesn’t stay wet for long periods....

1 cup powdered sugar ½ teaspoon vanilla 3 teaspoon milk Air-Fryer Directions In a small bowl beat together 1 egg and 1 Tbsp. water. Brush hand pies with egg wash. Fry hand pies in a single layer at 380°F for 10 minutes, according to manufacturer’s instructions. Brush with melted butter before dredging in cinnamon-sugar.