Buy It: Cuisinart Smart Stick Two-Speed Hand Blender ($50, Bed Bath & Beyond) Buy It: Crock-Pot 6 qt. Programmable Cook & Carry Slow Cooker ($50, Target) Buy It: Garam Masala Half-Cup Flatpack ($9, The Spice House)
Snack Delivery Apps for Immediate Hunger Cravings Similar to food delivery apps such as Postmates or Instacart (which you could totally use to curb your cravings), these apps can be downloaded to order snacks and more. After you order, someone will be driving your snacks right to your door. Both of these are currently offering contact-free delivery as well if you prefer. Drizly Drizly is an alcohol delivery service that gets your favorite beverages to your door within an hour of ordering....
First, get focused. A whole-home makeover probably isn’t feasible within a few weeks’ time, so concentrate your efforts on gathering spaces and other areas visitors are likely to interact with, such as powder rooms or guest bedrooms. For holiday dinners, consider where guests are likely to congregate before, during, and after the meal, suggests New York City interior designer Elizabeth Gill. Depending on the layout of your home and your entertaining style, that could include the kitchen, living room, formal dining area, and more....
Top-of-the-line floors can cost around $30 per square foot. Professional installation for a sizable kitchen can easily put a remodel over budget. And although DIY installation might sound like a good idea, you’ll still need to pay for grout, goggles, glue, and other tools and materials that you’ll need to store later. You might find better value by opting for less expensive flooring. Ahead, design experts offer their favorite flooring options for high style with a low price tag....
To carve: Log in to BHG.com to download and print the free stencil pattern. Tape your printed pattern to the surface of a hollowed-out pumpkin, and use a pin tool to create pinpricks along the stencil lines. Remove the stencil and etch the stencil areas within dotted lines. To etch, use a gouging tool to gently scrape off the pumpkin’s surface, revealing the lighter-colored rind underneath. Carve stencil areas within solid lines, cutting entirely through the wall of the pumpkin....
How to Make Chicken Salad at Home Cooking chicken for chicken salad is not a necessity. Read on for a variety of poultry picks, plus how to make homemade chicken salad, what to add to elevate the flavors, and ways to serve chicken salad at a party. Choose the Chicken You can buy chicken salad at the deli, but nothing beats a DIY version made with fresh, top-quality ingredients. It all starts with good chicken....
Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty The Queen Queen Elizabeth II is not only the longest-reigning British monarch, but also the longest-serving female head of state in the world. She succeeded to the throne upon the death of her father, King George VI, on February 6, 1952. Only 25 at the time, The Queen is now 95. For some American context, Queen Elizabeth II’s reign has overlapped with 14 U.S. Presidents, from Harry Truman to Joe Biden....
1. Ambiance “Music makes everyone feel at ease and creates an instant vibe,” Revels says. “For Sunday BBQs, we love My Girl Radio on Pandora. For Saturday nights, we may kick it up a little.” Pair the casual playlist with breezy decorations to set the atmosphere of your gathering. Revels pairs simple touches (like a blanket over the back of a chair to combat a cool after-dinner breeze) with more elaborate place settings to create a gorgeous party set-up that doesn’t take hours to create....
¼ cup pasteurized egg whites ¼ cup water ½ cup sugar 1 cup whipping cream 1 8 ounce carton mascarpone cheese 2 tablespoon Frangelico or other hazelnut liqueur (optional) ⅓ cup hazelnuts Alan’s Pie Pastry 3 ¾ cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar ½ tablespoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon baking powder 1 ¾ cup unsalted butter ⅔ cup ice-cold water 2 tablespoon sour cream 1 teaspoon vinegar
⅓ cup butter, softened 1 ¾ cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon mild chili powder ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 medium pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 8 lengthwise wedges 1 medium red sweet pepper, seeded, and chopped ½ cup chopped red onion ¼ cup snipped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoon snipped fresh mint 2 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar ½ teaspoon apple pie spice 1 package refrigerated crescent rolls (8) 1 tablespoon melted butter sugar-cinnamon mix
* To make 1/2 cup sour milk, place 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice or vinegar in a glass measuring cup. Add enough milk to make 1/2 cup total liquid; stir. Let stand for 5 minutes before using.
1 ½ cup all-purpose flour ¾ cup packed brown sugar ½ teaspoon cinnamon ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cup butter, melted ½ teaspoon vanilla Apple Spice Icing 1 ½ cup powdered sugar ¼ teaspoon apple pie spice 1 tablespoon apple juice, apple cider, or milk
