Plus: Pasta dishes are a perfect place to squeeze in veggies you wouldn’t normally eat. Because pasta pairs well with so many different foods, flavor profiles, and types of cuisine. and healthier spins onnonna’snoodle dishes. Photo: Greg DuPree Roasting broccoli stalks and florets brings out all of its best qualities. Healthy pasta recipes don’t get better than this. A jar of marinated artichoke hearts is the secret ingredient to this pasta dish....

No soggy sandwiches or limp lettuce here! JENNIFER CAUSEY Summer lunches don’t have to rely on the same old standbys. (Bonus: Many of the recipes require little or no cooking, to help keep you cool.) Photo:JENNIFER CAUSEY Watermelon Poke Bowls Looking for anew way to use watermelonthis summer? A sriracha mayonnaise lends a spicy kick to the bowl, keeping each bite interesting. Loaded Tuna Salad Tartines Jen Causey This summertime lunch idea is super easy to make....

Let these hot weather recipes sit in the slow cooker without heating up the house. Slow Cooker Mexican Beef Sliders Sliders are a summertime staple. If you need a new dish for your next cookout, try this one. Photo:Victor Protasio Add a fresh, homemade pico de gallo and crumbled queso fresco, and dinner is served. If youre cooking for a larger group as part of a summer soiree, simply double the recipe....

Take your walls from plain to showstopping. Its no wonder wainscoting details are a favorite of designers everywhere. Wainscoting is a style of wall paneling added to the lower portion of an interior wall. Wendy Concannon; Melinda Kelson O’Connor Architecture & Interiors Dark gray and wood tones in the rest of the space create grounding and help bring everything together. For some playful contrast,Sarah Tract Interiorsadded black circular hooks. Keeping the picture frames and content uniform lends to a cohesive finish....

All you need is a few minutes and a few ingredients to make delicious crock pot dinners happen. VICTOR PROTASIO The crock pot may just be the best kitchen appliance in the world. That’s why easy crock pot recipes are such a mainstay for meal preppinglow effort, delicious rewards! Photo:VICTOR PROTASIO Crock Pot Pulled Pork Tacos Delicious crock pot pulled pork comes together in minutes and serves six. Not ready to have all the tacos at once?...

Transform your light-filled bonus space into a relaxing room to recharge. There’s just something magical about a sunroom. Welcome to your happy place. Loi Thai Either iteration will do wonders in harnessing that indoor/outdoor feel in your sunroom. One major pain point? In this cozy space,Clara Jungoriented a duo of plush chaise lounges to face the sunny California exterior. Heather Daniel To get the most out of your room, incorporate features that make popping outside even easier....

Get those toes sandal-ready. Its equal parts minimalist and maximalist, and itll be easy to pair with whatever youre wearing. Orange and blue, yellow and black, pink and orangethere are a ton of combos to consider. Photo:Foremniakowski/Getty Images Animal Print Animal prints on your toenails? Its always a yes. This design features chic leopard spots on the big toe with a creamy white polish on all the others. Instagram Also consider fun prints like zebra, giraffe, or snake....

A delicious meal is the perfect way to support someone who’s sick or injured. hates spinach, allergic to dairy, medication interactions with grapefruit). Be sure to read them thoroughly and follow up with any questions or concerns. Photo:CAITLIN BENSEL Save plastic takeout containers when you get takeout, and use those when sharing meals. Your friends can either recycle the containers or wash and reuse them. Casseroles and One-Pot Meals Casseroles are the traditional meal train recipe, with good reason....

Get out of these habits. Alexandr Dubynin/Getty Images Every job has its challenges, and retail jobs are no exception. However, you could unintentionally be making their jobs more difficult without even realizing it. Photo:Alexandr Dubynin/Getty Images Here are four common dressing room behaviors that retail workers actually dislike. Refolding Garments and Placing Them Back on the Shelf Weve all been there. The once perfectly folded stack has become a disaster....

I write about organizing for a livingand here’s what really works for me. ArchiViz/Getty Images Im in an on-again, off-again relationship withhome organization. This year, Id like to reach an equilibrium with the state of my home. Photo:ArchiViz/Getty Images So, I’m setting home organization goals for myself this yearand I’m keeping them simple and attainable. Deal With Mail Immediately Mail is another common culprit ofentryway clutter. And if I feel inspired to complete another project in the same month?...

Give these pesky bugs the boot with our expert tips. From eating your food to invading your personal space, ants canwreak havoc. Natural Remedies Try these natural remedies as your first line of defense against ants. Photo:Henning K. v. Vogelsang, Liechtenstein / Getty Images These techniques do not rely on harmful chemicals, minimizing risks to plants and animals. Lemon Juice Lemon juice is another natural deterrent for ants that disrupts their scent trails....

This DIY weed killer is made of natural ingredients you probably already have on hand. One way to keep unsightly greens at bay is less frequent mowing, and you actuallyshouldn’tkeep your grass short. “Sometimes you might’t control exactly where the weed killer disseminates when sprayed,” says Reichert. Photo:Allevinatis/Getty Images If it’s a small area, shoot a stream. If it’s an all-over weed situation, go for the spray. Don’t go overboard, though: “Be careful with it,” Reichert advises....

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