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1 ½ cup all-purpose flour 1 cup yellow cornmeal ¼ cup sugar 4 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 3 eggs 1 ½ cup milk ⅓ cup cooking oil

1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour ½ cup butter (1 stick), cubed ½ teaspoon salt 2 egg yolks 3 tablespoon ice water

Click here to see photos of common tree diseases. Identifying the Pest Leafminer larvae are tiny, and somewhat flattened to fit inside a leaf. As the larvae feed, they eat the green tissue inside the leaf, leaving a thin, winding trail covered by a papery sheath. The trail may contain small brownish black pellets of insect excrement, and if you look closely you may be able to see the larvae....

5 Cheese Storage Mistakes Of course you’re going to finish that block of cheese you opened, but you may need a few days. Keep cheese tasting its best by avoiding these mistakes. 1. Leaving Cheese in Plastic Once Open That vacuum sealing around blocks of cheese from the grocery store is wonderful for keeping an unopened block tasting fresh, but once we break that seal and start slicing, it’s not the ideal storage material....

Wash greens under cold running water, then separate the leaves and rinse them in a colander under cold water. If the leaves are very sandy or gritty, repeat the rinsing step. Use a salad spinner to dry washed lettuce greens or shake them dry. Layer the leaves between paper towels and store in a sealable container or plastic bag in the refrigerator. Cleaned lettuce will keep this way for a week....

Our Favorite Exterior Color Schemes Retro Dining This Austin-based family ditched the standard light fixture and opted for something much more eye-catching and unique than a typical pendant light. A George Nelson Saucer Crisscross Bubble Pendant from Herman Miller pairs perfectly with rich, navy Eames chairs. Both emphasize the home’s midcentury tone. For a clean look and easy maintenance, homeowners skipped an under-table rug. More Midcentury-Modern Decor Ideas Baby-Proof Built-Ins Instead of counter seating, the couple opted to add shelves to their kitchen island....

1 ½ cup all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt ¼ cup shortening ¼ cup butter, cut up ¼ cup ice water

Steak Taco Verde Trim fat from 1 1/2 to 2 lb. beef flank steak and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt. Place meat in a 3 1/2- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Add one portion Taco Verde Simmer Sauce. Cover and cook on low 7 to 8 hours or high 3 1/2 to 4 hours. Remove and thinly slice meat. Stir sliced meat into sauce. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Makes 12 (1/2-cup) servings....

½ cup snipped fresh basil or cilantro ½ cup chopped peanuts 1 tablespoon finely shredded lime peel

Patio heaters come in a variety of designs, including freestanding, wall- or ceiling-mounted, portable, and tabletop. Plus, there are different types of heating sources, such as propane gas, electric, and infrared heaters, so you can pick the model that’s best for your home. While these factors are important to consider in your final decision, every patio heater featured below provides satisfying warmth regardless of the temperature outside. To determine which patio heaters are suitable for your space, we’ve scoured the internet to find 10 best-selling picks worth the investment....

“Body temperature plays a big role in sleep quality,” says Lindsay Little, vice president of regional sales at Mattress Firm. “Higher environmental temperatures make it harder to sleep because it affects your body’s ability to regulate its internal temperature and can cause you to have disrupted sleep and reduce the quality of REM sleep.” To find the best cooling mattress toppers, we researched a variety of picks, keeping in mind each pick’s material, thickness, and care instructions....

“Plant stands can make a great accompaniment to smaller pots, adding vertical interest to a space and helping draw the eye upward,” says Heather Goerzen, design editor at Havenly. “I personally love layering two plants of varying heights or featuring one with a potted plant on the ground next to it for a more comprehensive look.” To find the best plant stands, we researched a variety of picks, keeping in mind dimensions, material, number of plants, and whether it’s an indoor or outdoor style....

We asked Heather Goerzen, a Havenly design editor, and Amie Freling, designer and owner of Meme Hill, what buyers need to look for when shopping for a sectional. And we asked them for a few fave recommendations, too. Following their guidance, we began researching, while also doing a bit of testing of our own, considering the sofa’s seating capacity, dimensions, upholstery material, return policy, and arrangement—and the result is this list of the best sectionals....

Buy It: Cuisinart Chef’s Classic Non-Stick Hard Anodized Open Skillet ($30, Walmart) Buy It: OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Grilling Skewers, Set of six ($15, Bed Bath & Beyond)