22 Best Soup Recipes to Make When You Want to Feel Cozy

Frigid weather has nothing on these soups. From creamy chowder to Tex-Mex favorites, we’ve got plenty of soup recipes that are cozy and delicious. Keep reading for our favorite warming soups that should be part of your recipe rotation all winter long! Photo:Fred Hardy Youll need chicken and chicken broth,canned beansand hominy, and jarred salsa verde. For a pop of freshness and acidity, dont forget cilantro and some fresh lime juice....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 417 words · Rebecca Montoya

22 Brilliant Pumpkin Carving Hacks for Fall and Halloween

These simple pumpkin carving tips make the process magically easywith spectacular results. (Don’t even get us started onpumpkin stencils.) To prevent your ambitions from turning into viral fails, try some of these simple tips for pumpkin carving. Marcia Straub/Getty Images Choose Your Pumpkin Wisely Before heading to apumpkin patch, have a design in mind. Some patterns need more width or height, and pumpkins come in all shapes and sizes. (For example, a taller pumpkin is best if you know you’ll be adding a candle....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 578 words · James Jones

22 Brilliant Pumpkin Carving Ideas to Light Up Your Home This Halloween

These gourd-eous (and easy!) pumpkin carving ideas will bring the fun this spooky season. Feeling a bit intimidated when it comes to grabbing a knife? Photo:kobeza/Getty Images Group a Gaggle of Gourds Together Dana Dore Everything is better in multiplesespecially charming and cheeky jack-o'-lanterns! Create a Pet-Friendly Pumpkin Hiland Langhans Even furry friends deserve to get in on the Halloween fun! Nod to your love for your favorite four-legged bestie with a pumpkin carved in their likeness....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 309 words · Mr. Billy Williams

22 Comforting Winter Recipes Perfect for Cold Days

These cozy recipe ideas will warm you up from the inside out. But does anything warm the soul more than a hearty home-cooked meal? We didn’t think so. Manny Rodriguez/Getty Images Classic Chicken and Dumplings The magic in this recipe starts with whole skin-on chicken thighs. The chicken gets shredded, and the stock is thickened with a bit of flour. Parsley is the ideal fresh garnish for this hearty meal....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 498 words · Monica Anderson

22 Common Types of Squash—From Acorn to Zucchini

Summer squashhas thin, edible skin with soft seeds, and its flesh is tender with ahigh water content. It cooks quickly and has a mild flavor, even a buttery texture. Winter squash has hard, thick skin and seeds. Photo: yrabota/Getty Images The vibrant flesh is firm and requires a longer cooking time than summer squash. More commonly known varieties are acorn, butternut, delicata, kabocha,pumpkin, andspaghetti squash. Don’t be fooled by the category name!...

May 4, 2025 · 5 min · 895 words · Vickie Erickson

22 Easy 4th of July Menu Ideas for the Ultimate Backyard Barbecue

after you grab the food nailed down, don’t forget some funsummery cocktails! Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and dig in! The creamy red potatoes balance the flavors perfectly, and a sprinkling of scallions is the perfect finishing touch. Photo:Victor Protasio Mingling among the short pasta you’ll also find crisp-tender broccoli and briny artichoke. Assemble this salad up to 8 hours ahead and serve after a sprinkle of feta and crushed pita chips....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 430 words · John Phillips

22 Easy Ice Cream Desserts to Try This Summer

Sure, it’s possible for you to eat it out of the carton (no judgment here!) or use these recipes to make ice cream cakes, pies, and sandwiches. Ice cream desserts aren’tjustforchildren’s birthday parties. Photo: Greg DuPree They’re the perfect way to end a balmy summer day. And if you want to be a little bit extra? Make your own homemade ice cream as a base for these desserts. Jen Causey...

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 476 words · Sandra Berry

22 Easy Salmon Recipes For Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner

These quick and easy salmon recipes are perfect for anytime you’re craving a healthy, delicious meal. And not only is salmon tasty, it’s also incredibly healthy. It’s full ofproteinand essential omega-3 fatty acids, which are key forbrainandheart health. Photo:Greg DuPree Plus, it’s usually eco-friendly. Parsley-Garlic Salmon Victor Protasio This salmon recipe is simple yet so satisfying. In fact, it only takes 15 minutes of prep time. Greg DuPree Speedy Salmon Burgers Affordable canned salmon is the star of these easy burgers....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 372 words · Peggy Davis DDS

22 Fall Dinner Ideas to Make All Season Long

Light up your favorite fall candle and get cooking! Its time to say “hello” to all our favorite autumn produce. Whether youre looking for weeknight meals or something more adventurous for the weekend, weve got you covered. Christopher Testani Not a fan of Alfredo? Try our red sauce alternative to this vegetarian dish. Pork and Kabocha Squash Curry CHRISTOPHER TESTANI Pork shoulder simmers in a Dutch oven until mouthwateringly tender....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 509 words · Amanda Jenkins

22 Feel-Good Romantic Movies to Watch on Netflix Right Now

This 2023 rom com featuring Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney is a charming watch perfect for a night in. This is undeniably a rom-comand a side-splitting one at thatbut the romance is genuine, too. Look Both Ways Ever wonder what would happen if you’d taken a different path in life? Photo: netflix.com (And her friend and fellow comedianplayed by Margaret Choagrees.) (And yes, true love ensues.) (And P.S.there are two charming sequels for a perfect binge fest, too!...

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 225 words · Andrew Mitchell

22 Foods High in Vitamin C for an Extra Immune-Boost

Stock up on fresh strawberries, pomegranates, watermelon, and more. When it comes toboosting the immune system, no one vitamin is the star of the show. (We see you,A, E, and D!) However, vitamin C does wonders for our health. Pomegranate seeds are the perfect balance of sweet and sour with just a hint of crunch. Goji Berries Goji berries are usually sold dry, and they look like long vibrant red raisins....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 659 words · Patricia Gillespie

22 Gorgeous Blue Kitchens That'll Have You Dreaming of Your Next Renovation

Here’s proof that this classic color is perfect in any shade for every cook space. And when you use it in a kitchen, the heart of the home, it really shines. Whether its throughcabinets,tile,flooring, or painted walls, blue isalwaysa good idea in kitchens. Photo:Canary Grey The dark navy shade manages to complement the sea foam, bluish-green backsplash. DesignerAnne McDonaldof Anne McDonald Design chose thiscement number from Zia Tileto contrast the white oak cabinetry....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 367 words · Brenda Fox

22 Grilled Food Ideas That Will Surprise and Delight You

Expand your outdoor dining menu with these genius ways to enjoy your grill. The thought of grill season brings visions ofburgersand brats, salmon and steaks, pineapple and pound cake. Yes, and these grilled food ideas include carrots and cauliflower, stuffed peppers and sweet potatoes, too! Greg DuPree For another idea, toss grilled zucchini rounds with scallions anda simple vinaigrette. Serve with ketchup, or drizzle with melted butter and brown sugar for a sweet treat....

May 4, 2025 · 5 min · 994 words · Alex Irwin