How to Make Hot Chocolate Bombs Before getting started, you’ll have to decide on a few important ingredients: the type of chocolate you want to use to make the hot chocolate molds, the hot chocolate mix to put inside, and any extra fillings or toppers. We’ll use our hot chocolate bombs recipe (watch the video for more visual help) for this guide, but you can definitely change it up with different kinds of chocolate and fillers....
If you just want stuffing, there’s no requirement for a bird. You can bake most stuffing recipes separately in a casserole dish and then serve them alongside dinner. This separately baked version is generally deemed “dressing.” Stuffingrequires these elements: Starch, such as bread, cornbread, rice, or potatoesLiquid, such as broth, wine, or liquor (or a combination of these)Other additions can include herbs, onions, dried or fresh fruits, or sausage or other meats (optional)Seafood such as oysters, crab, or shrimp (optional)...
Use the Turkey Drippings After moving the turkey from the roasting pan to a cutting board for carving, pour the pan drippings from your roasting pan into a large glass measuring cup or fat separator ($17, Bed Bath & Beyond). Be sure to scrape the browned turkey bits from the pan into the cup—they’re full of flavor. Skim the Fat and Reserve Skim and reserve the fat from the drippings. Pour ¼ cup of fat into a 2-quart saucepan or skillet with sides....
Measuring Dry Ingredients First things first: To measure dry ingredients, be sure you’re using graduated dry measuring cups (those cups that stack inside one another, for ¼ cup, ½ cup, etc.) or measuring spoons for smaller amounts. Before measuring any dry ingredients—such as flour, cornmeal, oats, panko, and sugar—stir them in their containers. Use a large spoon to fill the measuring cup without shaking or packing the ingredient. Use a straight edge to level off the excess into a bowl or back into the container....
While this convection cycle can quickly heat your home on a chilly day, radiators (especially older models) aren’t always attractive. However, you can paint a radiator to help the appliance blend into modern home decor. However, it’s important to use a paint and primer that is resistant to high temperatures when painting a radiator. It’s also a good idea to look for rust-resistant products to help protect the radiator against rust buildup and pitting....
What You Need Fine-grade sandpaper or sanding blockWiping clothPaint rollerPrimerLatex paintClear-drying latex polyurethane Step 1 Begin by sanding the surface with fine-grade sandpaper to lightly scuff away the gloss, being careful not to sand away the color. Wipe clean, then lightly roll on a coat of primer for nonporous surfaces. When the primer is dry, roll on a base coat of latex paint. Use a roller to avoid brushstrokes in your finish....
Carrot Care Must-Knows Carrots grow best in full sun. They also need regular and plentiful moisture (at least 1 inch of water or rain a week), and well-drained soil that is deep, loose, and free of stones and heavy clumps that can distort the roots. If you have clay soil, add plenty of compost, manure, and topsoil before planting. If your traditional, in-ground beds present challenges, plant carrots in raised beds that are at least 10 inches deep or in large containers filled with quality garden loam or potting soil....
Mandevillas are all about the big, tropical-looking blooms. They come in shades of pink, red, and white, and many shades in between. Now there’s a new color added to the range, a beautiful apricot. The large five-petaled blooms often have a rich golden throat inside that adds to the tropical look. Flowers are borne in clusters that will continue to grow and add more buds all the time. Be careful not to damage these growing points of the bloom clusters, or new buds will not form on that stalk....
While you may think your steady hand is enough to achieve a clean transition line, even the smallest painting mistakes will have a major impact on the final product. Luckily, there are a few tried-and-true ways to remove paint from glass, ensuring your new coat of paint looks picture perfect and your glass stays crystal clear. Why You Should Skip the Painters Tape There are a few ways to remove paint from glass, but there’s nothing easier than not painting the glass in the first place—or is there?...
Before we dive in, a quick note on terminology: Pulled meat and shredded meat are essentially the same. Generally, “pulled meat” refers to meat pulled off the bone. So this Shredded Pork Roast Sandwich could also be called a pulled pork sandwich. You can use shredded meat in recipes calling for pulled meat and vice versa. How to Shred Chicken, Pork, and Beef with Forks Treat all shredded meat the same....
“How to store pumpkin pie” is one of the most common questions our editors receive from readers each year, especially just before Thanksgiving dinner. Whether you’re making pumpkin pie with fresh pumpkin or canned pumpkin, read on for important information that every baker who whips up a homemade pumpkin pie needs to know. In this complete guide for how to store pumpkin pie, our Test Kitchen experts explain how to store a pumpkin pie after baking to keep it safe and tasty for up to 4 days....
Paint swatches can be overwhelming when you’re facing a giant selection at the store. But there is a foolproof process that ensures the color you achieve on your walls is exactly what you are hoping for. Here are our expert, no-fail tricks to pick the perfect paint color using swatches or paint chips. 1. Select Multiple Paint Colors from Swatches The important first step in choosing a paint color is getting it out of the store’s paint aisle....
Step-by-Step Directions Follow our simple how-to instructions to learn how to wrap a bouquet of flowers. You should be able to make each wrap in under 20 minutes. Splatter Paper Wrap Use kraft paper and watered-down paint to create this fun and fresh splatter paper bouquet wrap. This is a great choice for how to wrap a flower bouquet with long stems since the paper typically comes in a large roll and can be folded lengthwise....
Extreme makeover “We completely renovated our home when we bought it about five years ago. We didn’t move in for a year because we took it down to the studs and did a complete overhaul. This was the first house we designed and decorated with ‘adult’ furniture and decor. Meaning, I didn’t have to worry about babies crawling around or kids drawing on the walls!” Interior aesthetic “Contemporary beach. We are coastal and mountain living, and we want our home to be an extension of the outside....
The Instant Pot—or your preferred brand of multicooker with a pressure cooker function—can ace a wide variety of pressure cooker recipes and can come in clutch for batch cooking and big meals, such as Thanksgiving dinner. Whether you use it to save precious stovetop or oven space, speed up side dish prep, or make easy apps for guests to savor as they await the main event, this countertop appliance is far too valuable to stay hiding in the cabinet on Thanksgiving....
1 cup peeled, seeded, and diced mangoes (2 to 3 medium) 1 cup diced fresh pineapple ½ cup chopped red cabbage 2 tablespoon snipped fresh mint 2 tablespoon honey ¾ teaspoon salt
