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To Store Chicken Verde or Steak Verde Transfer cooked chicken or steak mixture to an airtight container. Store in refrigerator up to 5 days. Black Bean Skillet Enchiladas Verde Preheat oven to 350°F. Thaw one portion Verde Simmer Sauce. In a large bowl stir together one 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 cup chopped zucchini; 1 cup fresh or frozen whole kernel corn; and 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese....

This diminutive plant can stand up well as a cut flower in a small bud vase. Plus, edible violet petals can be used to garnish cakes and pastries or tossed in a salad for a bright pop of color. A caution: Only eat flowers known to come from a pesticide-free source. Violet Care Must-Knows Many forms of violets are best grown in a woodland-type setting using rich, organic soils. While violets do ok in the cold, they are neither drought-tolerant nor heat-tolerant....

This easy-care ground cover is also a fine choice for rock gardens and growing with other alpine-type plants including armeria and lavender. Because it roots in as it grows, you can also use wall rockcress on slopes, green roofs, and for planting in pockets between stones in walls. It doesn’t take foot traffic well, so it’s not the best choice for planting between paving stones. Wall Rockcress Care For success, it’s essential to plant wall rockcress in a spot that has well-drained soil—the faster it drains, the better....

The hack actually worked pretty well for us. However, we noticed the shell didn’t slip off as quickly and easily as the viral video showed. We’re weren’t sure how the hard-cooked egg in the clip was prepared, so we went with our favorite way to make them easy to peel: steamed. Our Test Kitchen has spent a lot of time going through various methods for hard-cooking eggs. So far, the tests have revealed steaming eggs is our favorite method for the easiest-to-peel eggs every time....

Pergolas are used to create shaded walkways, designated gathering spaces, and climbing plant designs. While they block some direct daylight, their open roof structure allows light to peek through. Of course, there are many types of pergolas, but most people first want to understand the difference between a pergola and a gazebo. What’s the difference between a pergola and a gazebo? A pergola is a tall yard structure that is held up by pillars....

1. Consider Room Size and Natural Light The right shade of taupe is determined by the size, natural light, and direction of the room. A light shade of taupe will make small, dark rooms feel brighter and more spacious, while dark taupe creates a sense of coziness and intimacy, and makes a large room feel smaller. North-facing rooms don’t get much sun exposure and tend to feel cooler and darker, so a taupe with a warm undertone will give your walls a warm glow....

To find out just how much geographical location factors into a house’s value, we’ll take you to three different homes across the country with similar listing prices. Each valued around $730,000, these houses showcase how your dream home might vary depending on where you live. Prescott, Arizona: $714,500 Square feet: 2,557 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5 Listed by: Di Ann Norkus, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate | BloomTree Realty...

1 ¼ pound fresh tomatoes (4 medium), cored and chopped ½ cup chopped fresh basil 2 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Yellowing of Lower Leaves There are three possible reasons for the older leaves lower down on your plant to turn yellow. First, if roots are pushing through the bottom of the container, it means the plant has run out of room and needs to be repotted into a bigger container with some fresh potting mix ($15, The Sill). Second, the soil may be low in nitrogen, an important nutrient that plants need to grow properly....

According to the Better Homes & Gardens Test Kitchen, using the countertop to make that first crack is the way to go. There’s an actual reason why you shouldn’t use the bowl (or the edge of the counter) if you can help it. Cracking an egg on the side of a mixing bowl makes a thinner crack than using your countertop. When you use your thumbs to pull the shell apart, you have to break it even more to get the egg open, which creates more tiny pieces of shell that can fall into your food....

We’ve already seen these start to pop up this year—there are currently more than 5,300 posts under #HanukkahBush and more than 700 #HanukkahTree posts on Instagram—and while the tradition is not for everyone, we love the sentiment behind it. We talked to Victoria Wildhorn—who puts up a Hanukkah tree—about what the tradition means to her family. As a child, she had a small 3-foot tree she called a Hanukkah bush....

Highlights Contributor to national food magazines and websites, covering everything from Christmas cookies to Cognac to celebrity chefs.Author of three cookbooks: The Bonne Femme Cookbook: Simple, Splendid Food That French Women Cook Every; The Little Women Cookbook; and Everyday French Cooking: Modern French Cuisine Made Simple.Finalist for the Goodreads Choice Award, Best Food & Cookbooks 2019, for The Little Women Cookbook. Contributor to many Better Homes and Gardens cookbooks, including three editions of the iconic Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book....

A ready-to-drink cocktail is a flavored, typically carbonated alcoholic beverage that’s often promoted as an alternative to other spirits or mixed drinks. If you haven’t already heard of ready-to-drink (or RTD) beverages, you likely will soon: This type of store-bought mixed drink is skyrocketing in popularity. You can find an assortment of options at many retailers (where alcohol is sold in grocery stores, of course). In addition to Casa Cantina, you can find frozen cocktails from SunPop, Ketel One vodka spritzes, and Topo Chico margarita seltzers just on Target’s shelves; most grocery retailers will have a selection of RTD drinks these days....

The term “wicker” actually refers to a technique—it involves the bending and weaving of natural materials such as paper, rattan, bamboo, other grasses, or thin woods like willow branches. Carefully examine your pieces for identifying properties—the characteristic rings on bamboo, the rough bark of a tree branch—to determine what was used to make your wicker furniture. Some wicker-style furniture is also made from synthetic materials, like resins. How to Clean Wicker Furniture Whether your wicker is bamboo or rattan or some other material, a little bit of maintenance and routine cleaning will keep it looking fresh....

½ 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened ¼ cup butter, softened 3 cup powdered sugar 2 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon milk

So why, exactly, are victory gardens making a comeback now? First, the pandemic started right at the time of year when many of us are itching to get outside planting after a long, cold winter. Second, gardening is an excellent activity to do with kids, and with schools closed, it’s a perfect time to teach them a new skill while getting fresh air. Lastly, gardening tends to surge in every recession or economic downturn; it happened in 2008-2009 and is happening again now, says Diane Blazek, executive director of the National Garden Bureau (NGB)....

Types of Garlic Garlic, a member of the genus Allium, is a relative of onions, leeks, and chives. Exceptionally tolerant of cold temperatures, garlic can be grown outdoors year-round in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-7. Outside of these areas, some extra precautions for cold and warm temperatures can be beneficial. There are two kinds of garlic to choose from, softneck and hardneck. Their flavors are similar, but your growing conditions may dictate which one works best for your area....

My Perfect Cup To make iced herbal tea, pour nearly boiling water over two bags of black (or green) tea and add a tablespoon or more of fresh or dried leaves like mint or lemon verbena, a lesser amount of tulsi, and a pinch of lavender (too much can taste like soap). After a few minutes, pour into a pitcher and fill with water. For a noncaffeinated version, hold the tea, add more herbs, and let it steep a little longer....