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Sometimes, fresh is best. Tanja Ivanova/Getty Images Dont get us wrong: we love the convenience of manyfrozenandcanned foods. Once frozen and thawed, leafy greens become watery and lose a lot of flavor in the process. Photo:Tanja Ivanova/Getty Images Canned mushrooms, which are typically sitting in some kind of brine, can be similarly mushy and bland. (Shoutout to Chef Boyardee!) option is regular dried pasta. You may even find that you prefer pasta dishes you make yourself....

Slow cookers cant cook everything. Instead, youre better served bybrowning raw meatin askilletbefore adding it to the slow cooker with your other ingredients. Trust us, youll end up with a significantly better dish. Photo:Johner Images/Getty Images Rice Similar to pasta, rice is starchy and doesnt take a long time to cook. Insteadcook your rice on the stovetop, or use a rice cooker. Its not great, however, for cooking delicate vegetables such asspinach, asparagus, andpeas....

No need to follow outdated rules when you’re choosing your haircut. Oh, theyve changed. (And in fact, you’ll find women of every age bracket rocking these looks, too.) Emma McIntyre/Getty Images If youre looking for some hair inspiration, take some from these gorgeous celebrities. Use a texturizing spray for more of that lived-in, beachy look. It’s a hairstyle that’s perfect for anyone, regardless of age, Michael says. Jeff Kravitz/Getty Images...

Forget spring cleaning, spring snipping is where its at. That being said, people are also craving a change. Ahead,cuts that will be trendingthis spring. Photo:Getty Images She adds that theyre ideal for people that want to make a subtle statement without dominating the entire face. There should be additional thick chunks of hair on the sides. “It’s messy and free, with less shape and more texture.” When styling a shorter hairstyle such as a bixie, it’s all about creating volume and weightless texture....

Save money and cut down on food waste. Newly harvested produce should last longer than produce potentially shipped across the country. Or from the supermarket, really. Tanja Ivanova/Getty Images Oranges Those aesthetic bowls of oranges seemingly on everyones cool countertop? If you want youroranges to lastfor two weeks or more, they need to be refrigerated. This method works for all types of citrus, including grapefruits andlemons. Cantaloupe Cantaloupe can lastfor weeks, depending on how ripe it is when you buy it....

Plant these blooming beauties in the sunniest parts of your garden. Well-draining soil and a sunny location are all you oughta get started! Read on for easy-to-grow, full-sun perennials. Photo:Jacky Parker Photography/Getty Images Theyre native to North America and adapt to many climates. They do best with regular watering during dry spells and prefer well-draining, slightly sandy soil." They should be deadheaded to encourage continuous blooms through the summer. Nancybelle Gonzaga Villarroya/Getty Images...

Ready, set, play! Instead of coating just the walls, up the ante bycolor-drenchingthe space in all one tone. Here, designerLisa Furtadoincorporated a lounge-inspired bartop (complete with stools!) Photo:Workstead to add function and ambiance to the moody game space. Prioritize Form and Function Short on space? And dont forget seating! Sargent Photography for McCann Design Group One of the best ways to channel that attitude? This version from designerStephanie Krauseven has a sink where the loser can tackle dish duty....

Plus, our favorite styles from each label. Our Pick: New to the brand? Unveiled in 2020, the collection comprises chic and sustainably minded streetwear for young adults. Since its 2013 launch, the brand’s expanded into activewear, swimwear, and period-proof undergarments. Our Pick: Big Bud Press Lucky Western Pants ($125,bigbudpress.com). The limited-edition print comes in other silhouettes, too, FYI. This SKU is just one pair of the brand’s head-turn-worthy jeanstheres plenty more to choose from....

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Including a clever electronics cleaner, appliance cord organizers, and a collapsible whisk. Plus, many of them are super affordable, which only heightens their appeal. Photo:Real Simple And the best part is, everything is available for just $10 and under. Twist it to get it into that standard balloon shape for use (or use it flat! ), then flatten it to easily wipe excess batter off of it into your dish....

We’ll always love these tricks to make the most of every inch of closet space. Natallia Ramanouskaya/Getty Images TikTok has been a boon for clever tricks for keeping your house clean and tidy. Don’t want to scroll through all the closet organizing hacks? Photo:Natallia Ramanouskaya/Getty Images Go ahead and make these your own, too! They’re perfectly sized for pants, so it keeps each pair from slipping and sliding on the hanger....

You have a starter. What should you do next? You’vemade or acquired a sourdough starterand are ready to bake homemade sourdough bread. The path to a prime loaf? Not quick and easy. Learning to make sourdough is in many ways like learning how to ride a bike. You’ll fall pretty hard a few times. But once you learn, you’ll be set. Wake Up Your Starter Has your starter been slumbering in the fridge?...

Try these hacks for getting rid of wrinkles in a pinch. There’s no faster way to commit a fashion faux pas than wearing a wrinkled outfit. But while wrinkles are an annoyance, ironing is such a chore. Sometimes, there is just not enough time to smooth out your garment. Luckily, you don’t really need aniron to get wrinklesout of clothes. In fact, these hacks require far less effort and time....

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. For weddings, work, and everything in between. Scroll on for 10 sparkly nail designs you might rock at weddings, work, and everything in between. Photo:Anna Efetova/Getty Images The result is refined but fun, without feelingtooout there. But lets be clear: That doesnt mean you cant create a great pop of color. That harmony is the difference between an elegant accent and an overpowering eye sore....