For a guacamole recipe you can’t get enough of, turn to our simple blend of tomatoes and avocados flavored with garlic, lime, and onion. The traditional Mexican side dish is the perfect addition to any crowd-worthy dinner. Tamales just might be the most important part of creating a traditional Mexican Christmas dinner. Because tamales take a little extra kitchen energy, they’re generally saved for special occasions, such as the holidays....
Try one of our memorable, meaningful New Year’s Eve toasts this year—including drinking toasts, amusing phrases, and inspirational quotes. Cheers to 2022! Inspirational New Year’s Toasts For a memorable New Year’s Eve toast, start with a quote to inspire friends and family. These sayings will provide encouragement for continued prosperity, personal growth, and joy among your guests: “Here’s a toast to the future, a toast to the past, and a toast to our friends, far and near....
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Who needs Asian takeout when you can whip up a homemade 5-ingredient meal full of flavor? We’ll enthusiastically dig into these quick-marinated chicken thighs basted with a sweet-hot glaze. Round out this quick dinner with any veggies you have on hand; we’re green bean fans here. Cooking perfectly flaky seafood at home need not be stressful. Proof: This 5-ingredient dinner recipe is as easy as seasoning the salmon and veggies, roasting, and serving....
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“Since we’re seeing a shift toward moodier, deeper versions, we chose a versatile navy that we know will last for years to come,” Wadden explained. “Navy isn’t necessarily ’new,’ but it’s the perfect hue to set the stage and act as a backdrop for what’s to come—a ’new neutral’ of sorts.” The shade of blue continues the trend of 2020 colors inspired by nature, including a muted green from Behr and an aquatic blue from PPG....
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Pair that with the focus on preservation the Gaineses bring to the project, and you’ve got a truly one-of-a-kind set of problems to solve—some of which are very well solved by the launch of a new paint color line, inspired by and used in the restoration of the Castle. Appropriately called the Castle Collection and curated by Joanna Gaines for the Magnolia Home line with KILZ, this line of 10 paint colors was carefully selected to both enhance the character and history of the Castle and enable anyone to tell a story within their own home....
We tapped a few real estate experts for the best garage upgrades and features worth considering in 2022. It turns out, nice-to-have features, like storage, fresh paint, and epoxy flooring, are the most popular, so you can update your garage even if a major overhaul isn’t in your budget. 1. Storage, Storage, and More Storage Real estate experts agree: there’s no such thing as too much storage. “Overhead storage racks add a lot to garages with limited space,” says Scott Beaudry, broker and owner of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Universal in Henderson, Nevada....
Pomelo The largest citrus fruit, pomelos have flesh that ranges from light yellow to pink and tastes like sweet grapefruit without the assertive bitter edge. Pomelos are so similar to grapefruit that you could swap the two in your favorite recipes calling for this bright citrus fruit. Fans of lemons will love a twist on the classic lemon bar with our recipe for pomelo margarita bars. A pinch of salt and an optional splash of tequila play well with the sweetness of pomelo, reminding you that summer happy hours are only a few months away....
1. If You’re Feeling Bloated… If you’re wondering what to eat when you feel bloated, first be sure to not completely skip a meal. Instead, reach for foods like pineapple and mint. A meal that’s both light and hydrating will help last night’s meal move through your gastrointestinal tract and will also help flush out excess water. “It sounds counterintuitive, but water-rich items like fruits and vegetables help your body release excess water,” says Wendy Bazilian, Dr....
Get our Whole-House Cleaning Schedule The Simpliest New Cleaning Habits (Start Today!) Resolution 2: Clear Your Home of Dangerous Toxins Indoor air quality scientists say that the air you breathe inside your home can be more polluted than outdoors, especially if affected by cleaning products, air fresheners, potpourri, and perfumes. Commit to using homemade cleaners to keep your home dirt-free and safe. To banish household odors, create natural room scents, carpet powders, reed diffusers, and plug-in refills....
1. Rhubarb-Bacon Jam Rhubarb jam uses up extra stalks of this fresh summer veggie (yes, it’s a veggie!), but many jam recipes have tons of extra sugar. But instead of using scoops of sugar, this recipe gets sweeter with a squeeze of maple syrup. Smokey bacon and tart red onion keep this healthy rhubarb recipe from becoming overly sweet, making it great for savory spreads. 2. Paleo Pork and Rhubarb Skillet Fresh rhubarb goes savory in this delicious Paleo dinner recipe....
The results speak for themselves: Prall’s garden in New Kensington, Pennsylvania, literally stops traffic each year. Of course, finding your own style and favorite plants are key, but Prall’s advice will help you blend everything together into a one-of-a-kind front yard. 1. Vary Colors and Textures Many gardeners tend to focus on including flowers and bright colors in their gardens, but Prall says you can make a more significant impact if you use a variety....
Try the following tool storage ideas so you can confidently tackle DIY projects with all of your equipment at your fingertips. 1. Set Up Slatwall or Pegboard Because garages tend to be short on floor space, installing shelves is a smart option that also works well for small spaces. Track shelving, drawers, and tall cabinets make the most out of vertical space. However, there’s another type of garage storage system to consider, especially if you like your tools in plain sight....
1. ‘Francee’ Hosta Hostas thrive in shady areas of the garden, making them a great filler plant under trees. ‘Francee’ is a medium-sized variety that can tolerate more sun than other hostas, but it still would appreciate afternoon shade. It has dark green leaves with a thin white edge. In summer, light purple flowers on long stalks will appear. This variety is hardy in Zones 3 to 9. 2. ‘Mighty Chestnut’ Daylily This bold, beautiful daylily variety has bright orange, ruffled petals with a burgundy center and yellow throat....
While it can be tempting to head to your local home store and stock up on dozens of matching bins and baskets, there’s no need to splurge on expensive items. Think about ways you can repurpose items you already have: A basket you received fruit in from a neighbor, leftover Mason jars from your short-lived canning hobby, or that one-of-a-kind crate you found while antiquing but never found a use for....
1. You wait until summer to check on your AC. Don’t wait until your air conditioner breaks down at the height of summer to start thinking about upkeep. A little preparation before temperatures soar can go a long way in preventing AC problems throughout the warm season. “Do as much as you can to prepare your AC now so that you can avoid costly repairs in the coming months due to lack of proper maintenance,” suggests Mark Dawson, chief operating officer at One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning....
