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“Earth tones can offer a neutral calm throughout a home, but one can also add drama with the injection of a few spicy mineral tones through color blocking, such as painted bookcases or accented trim color,” says Patrick O’Donnell, international brand ambassador at Farrow & Ball. “They exude a little more warmth in an interior compared to the default grays and whites, which have resonated so strongly during the last decade....

1 ½ cup all-purpose flour ½ cup cornmeal 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon baking powder ¼ cup shortening, plus extra for frying ¾ cup water ¾ cup snipped fresh cilantro

Tips Zest the lemons with a rasp. Cold, firm lemons are easier to zest than soft ones.

English Rose Care Must-Knows Along with being prolific bloomers, English roses are fairly low maintenance. They perform best in full sun. This produces the largest and biggest number of blossoms while preventing any foliar diseases. However, English roses do well in part sun, particularly in warmer climates where sheltered afternoon sun keeps them cool during the heat of the day and also helps create the most intense fragrance. English roses require well-drained soil to thrive....

4 slices cored fresh pineapple slices 1 medium roma whole tomato 2 0.5 inch thick onion slices 1 jalapeno pepper 1 15 ounce can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained ½ teaspoon finely shredded lime peel 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon cilantro 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 clove minced garlic ½ teaspoon ground cumin ¼ teaspoon salt

See more plants that attract birds. Grow the best plants for butterflies. Get more ideas for landscaping your side yard.

⅓ cup buttermilk ¼ cup mayonnaise or salad dressing 1 clove garlic, minced ¼ teaspoon dry mustard ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper

Budget Tip: If you do choose a drywall ceiling, make sure to do your research. This costly venture can often make electrical and plumbing fixtures inaccessible when repairs are necessary. Editor’s Tip: Area rugs are a less expensive alternative to wall-to-wall carpeting. They bring an element of fun to the floor by allowing for quick changes for a new season or a different color scheme. The labor and materials expense to frame the walls were more than expected, but it gave them the finished look they desired....

*Tip: Purchase a cinnamon sugar blend or stir 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon into 1 cup granulated sugar.

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1 cup toasted hazelnuts (filberts) 2 tablespoon cooking oil