Apply the make-ahead mentality of your crockpot to dessert. Slow cookers are a great way to get dinner on the table with minimal fuss and mess. But have you ever tried baking in your slow cooker? Photo: Victor Protasio We came up with six delicious ways to work the sweet side of yourappliance. And we suggest scooping the chocolate pudding cake straight from the slow cooker into your dessert dish....
Small room, big mistakes. Here are sixmistakes youre makingwhen decorating a small room or space, according to interior designers. Instead, choose a few key pieces that serve multiple functions and leave some breathing room, she says. Photo:Artjafara/Getty Images Measure your carefully and choose appropriately sized furniture. Opt for lighter colors on the walls and furniture to create a sense of space and openness. However, that doesnt mean youre limited to light colors for every element....
Shirts and jeans that could be worn again thrown indiscriminately in the hamper with those that can’t. Socks treated like formal wear, with different pairs for day and evening. ), written by Lynn Morrissey. Photo:Jacob Fox, Prop Stylist: Breanna Ghazali Spreading the work around helps, too. Here are some tips for an early parole from laundry-room prison. It would also make things easier to buy white cotton sheets for every bed in the household....
Save time and stay motivated by starting your cleaning routine strong. (You knowyour groutis calling out for a deep clean right now!) “Imagine that dust is falling, and work in that order,” Rapinchuk says. Photo:M Treasure/Getty Images “If there’s a sink in the room, I usually aim toclean the sinkfirst. Plus, you could always give it a last quick rinse after the work is done. The Toughest Stains and Stuck-On Food The logic here isn’t to scrub those stains into submission....
You, too, can be an early riser. And even within those age groups, unique sleep chronotypes really do vary from person to person. Daytime sleepiness is the main symptom of a medical sleep issue. Photo:Westend61/Getty Images Otherwise, if youre not experiencing daytime sleepiness, youre in the clear. Read on for actionable tips for waking up earlierand reclaiming your mornings once and for all. Do you want a few moments alone to sip tea in a quiet kitchen?...
And of course, the best superfoods are also the freshest. Pumpkin Falls most decorative gourd is also one of the seasons top superfoods. Many people forget thatpumpkinis actually a squash, and is incredibly nutrient-rich, says Kristen Lorenz, RDN. Photo:Atlas Studio/Getty Images This is an important aid forimmunity supportand for fighting infections. Try simmering up a pot ofturkey pumpkin chilifor a cozy autumnal treat. Pumpkin seeds are also a good source ofiron....
This underrated fruit is seriously good for your gut and heart. Though they are readily available, pears arent exactly the most popular fruit among Americans. Insome surveys, pears barely make it into the top 40 fruits. Photo:Nozdracheva/Getty Images Pears are especially beneficial for gut and heart health. The nutrients in pears look good on paper, but how do they benefit your health? We spoke to registered dietitians to uncover the potential health benefits of pearsand there are a lot....
Xavier Bonghi/Getty Images Its a harrowing feeling to realize your home is inadvertentlyattracting bugs. The attic is a low-traffic spot in the home, meaning pests wont have to worry about getting caught. Recycling Bins Recyclingis an important part of being environmentally conscious. Photo:Xavier Bonghi/Getty Images However, its also an easy way to attract bugs. Scrub them weekly and let them dry fully. Make it a habit to check for any lingering moisture while brushing your teeth at night....
Do good for the environment and your wallet. Liudmila Chernetska/Getty Images Reduce, reuse, recycle. Its an age-old adage but how often do you find yourselfactuallyputting it into practice? Photo:Liudmila Chernetska/Getty Images Another humble household essential ripe for reuse? With a bit of creativity, you’re able to extend their lifeand usefulnessfor months to come. To find a shelter accepting donations near you, connect with yourlocal ASPCA. You dont even need to be that crafty....
Not only do they taste greatsweet potatoes are super nutritious. Unlike somesuperfoodsor splashy fruits of the moment, sweet potatoes are light on your wallet and food budget. you might afford to eat them regularly and reap the rewards. But are sweet potatoes actually healthy? Here are several sweet potato nutrition facts and benefits to consider. Vitamin A can prevent vision damage while helping to keep the cornea hydrated and healthy....
Hit delete on these useless gadgets. Flavia Morlachetti/Getty Images Remember that gadget TikTok made you buy two years ago? Did you even bother to take it out of the box? Photo:Flavia Morlachetti/Getty Images Or what about those random wires that go to who-knows-what? While many of usdeclutter our closetsand pantries regularly, we often forget to toss things we rarely touch. Here’s your chance to finally let go of these tech items, guilt free....
Take mashed potatoescan you imagine a tablescape without them? Cranberry sauce, gravy, roasted root veggies, and pumpkin pie are also mandatory. But forget the stuffingthe hero of Thanksgiving dinnerand there will be a price to pay. Grace Elkus Call it the sleeper sidesee if we care. It’s pretty easy to make, too. We present our six favorite stuffing recipes for Thanksgiving. Roland Bello Just in case, peruse our collection ofrecipes for leftover stuffing....
Don’t let clutter hold you back. Andreas von Einsiedel/Getty Images Somewhere along the way, we all got the impression thatdecluttering our homesshould be easy. If you don’t need something you simply…let it go, right? Photo:Andreas von Einsiedel/Getty Images As it turns out, your options aren’t just to keep or trash somethingat least, notthatliterally. Study Notes, Schoolwork, and Old Notebooks Carol Yepes/Getty Images We get it. Well, I’m here to tell you that, spoiler alert: You probably won’t....
