Be sure to thaw your tilapia if it’s frozen. Place a single layer in a greased, shallow baking pan. For fillets, tuck under any thin edges. Brush the fish with olive oil or melted butter.For fresh or thawed fillets and steaks, bake, uncovered, in a 450°F oven for 4 to 6 minutes per each ½-inch of thickness.For dressed tilapia, bake, uncovered, in a 350°F oven for 6 to 9 minutes per 8 ounces....
We’ll show you how to butterfly a lobster tail so you can serve this special meal at home. Butterflying is a simple three-step process, and it’s ideal for serving as-is or popping the meat out to use in a lobster roll recipe. However you decide to serve it, we can pretty much guarantee you’ll be surprised by how easy it is to butterfly lobster tail. Let’s dive in! How to Buy Lobster Tails You can find lobster tails in the fish department or the freezer case of your local grocery store....
Where to Plant Yucca Select a location in full or partial sun. The most important requirement is that the soil drains well. If it doesn’t, the plant will die. You can also plant yuccas in containers to be moved in and out according to the weather or as full-time houseplants. Foliage and Flowers The foliage of the yucca is the main draw for growing these plants. The leaves come in a wide variety of colors, most often a silvery green....
For even more adorable pumpkin carving ideas, get more of our free dog-inspired pumpkin stencils. If you’re a cat household, we have those too! Gather the fam, head to the pumpkin patch, and get carving. How to Carve a Pug Pumpkin Supplies Needed Pumpkin, fresh or artificialFree pug pumpkin stencilLarge knifeScraper toolPin toolEtching toolSerrated knifeBattery-operated tea light candle Step-by-Step Directions Follow these easy how-to instructions to carve your own pug-inspired pumpkin....
What to Use to Clean a TV Screen To avoid damage to your TV while cleaning, only use gentle products. Never wipe the screen with paper towels, abrasive sponges, or coarsely woven rags, which can cause scratches. Instead, use high-quality, finely woven microfiber cloths to clean TV screens, recommends cleaning expert Leslie Reichert. Practice preventative measures so you won’t have to clean TV screens often. Keep food, drinks, and kids away from TV and computer screens to eradicate risks of messy splatters and fingerprint smudges....
As a general rule, plan to complete a few essential cleaning tasks about once a week, though some bathrooms might need more frequent scrubbing, depending on the frequency of use. For example, a shared kids’ bath will get grimy much quicker than a powder room mainly visited by guests. Whatever way you work it into your cleaning routine, make your bathroom sparkle with this guide on how to clean bathroom fixtures....
Not sure how you want to decorate your tree this year? We have plenty of Christmas tree theme ideas, along with handmade ornament ideas that let you put a personal touch on your holiday decor. Once you’ve found your inspiration, follow our three easy steps for decorating a Christmas tree like a pro. How to Decorate Your Christmas Tree Like a Pro Getting a dazzling holiday tree doesn’t have to be hard work....
Because it’s fast, healthy, and easy, grilling is one of our go-to methods for cooking meat when the weather cooperates. When the weather prohibits outdoor cooking, you can use the same cooking times for expert results indoors on a grill pan. There’s no stopping your grilling endeavors—no matter the season or weather. Direct-Heat Grilling Guide Before we go any further, be sure you know how to control grill temperature for direct heat grilling....
Freezing Equipment Pans and utensils: To freeze vegetables, you need a colander and a large pot or saucepan with a wire basket. An accurate freezer thermometer will allow you to regulate your freezer temperature to 0°F or below. Freezer containers: When freezing foods, use containers and packing materials that are durable, easy to seal, resist cracking at low temperatures, and are moisture- and vapor-resistant. Choose the right size of container for your volume of food; too much empty space can lead to oxidation and freezer burn....
Good for You: They consume about 75 percent less electricity and last up to 10 times longer (10,000 hours as opposed to 1,500). Replace one 75-watt incandescent bulb with a 25-watt CFL and save up to $83 over the life of the bulb. Good for You: Unplug appliances and electronics that glow and you could save $200 a year. Good for You: The average American household has three cell phones stashed in a drawer....
A trip to the antique store might be in order to fully achieve the look of fall farmhouse decor. You’ll need chippy, rusted pieces that you can DIY into wall art and tabletop centerpieces. Galvanized metal buckets make for interesting outdoor planters, while a few plaid blankets easily update your bedroom and living room. Even if you don’t live in a farmhouse, you can still accomplish a collected look with farmhouse fall decor that will keep you cozy all the way into the holiday season....
You can DIY this Halloween craft if you have a steady hand, or look online for cheap designs and print them at home. Add a bit of color and a graphic accent like broomsticks or bats for the full Halloween effect.
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Because of the pattern’s bold use of color, buffalo check often works in lieu of a solid color. If a room needs a punch of blue, for example, consider trading a plain blue accent for a buffalo check-patterned version to deliver the same hit of color with added dimension and visual interest. Buffalo check’s clean, color-blocked design allows it to be used as a base for layering other patterns, hues, and textures....
Have Fun with Invites Catch the attention of even your busiest family and friends with a clever DIY invitation you can easily make at home. You can make the invite match your theme and follow up with an equally crafty take-home bag or trinket. In other words, begin and end on a high note! Play It by Age Factor in the age of party-goers to make sure your shindig doesn’t frighten—or bore!...
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1. Mount a Towel Rack Use vertical space to help clear out space in your bathroom cabinets or linen closet. A wall-mounted rack or storage unit with individual open cubbies is ideal for storing extra hand towels, washcloths, and small bathroom essentials. Try rolling larger towels so they fit inside the small slots. 2. Add Storage to the Medicine Cabinet Boost the storage capacity of your bathroom wall cabinet with this behind-the-door hack....
Name: Achillea varieties Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 4 feet tall Zones: 3-9 Name: Gaillardia ‘Kobold’ Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 3 feet tall Zones: 3-8 Name: Penstemon pinifolius Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 18 inches tall Zones: 4-10 Name: Agastache ‘Desert Sunrise’ Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 4 feet tall Zones: 5-10 Name: Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’ Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 18 inches tall Zones: 3-9 Name: Perovskia atriplicifolia Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 6 feet tall Zones: 5-9 Name: Salvia ‘Raspberry Delight’ Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 3 feet tall Zones: 6-10 Name: Salvia ‘May Night’ Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 28 inches tall Zones: 5-9 Name: Salvia pachyphylla Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 3 feet tall Zones: 5-9 Name: Lavandula angustifolia Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: 3 feet tall Zones: 5-8 Name: Stachys byzantina Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 18 inches tall Zones: 4-8 Name: Echinops ‘Blue Globe’ Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 4 feet tall Zones: 4-9 Name: Echinacea purpurea Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 5 feet tall Zones: 3-9 Name: Amsonia ciliata Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 2 feet tall Zones: 3-9
