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You can wrap each in foil to keep them warm and serve with a pair of tongs to protect everyone’s hands from playing hot potato. Editor’s Tip: Additional favorite toppers include roasted red peppers, blanched broccoli, diced onions, diced ham, shredded cheese, sour cream, fresh herbs, sliced hot peppers, sliced olives and crushed tortilla chips. Sweet potatoes can have sweet or savory toppings (or both!) so don’t waste the opportunity for a dessert-themed buffet....

Tuberous Begonia Care Must-Knows As their name implies, tuberous begonias grow from a large tuber, which is a rootlike storage organ that is technically stem tissue. It is important that the plants dry out a bit between watering, otherwise the tubers are susceptible to rot. This also makes the plants less than ideal for growing in the ground because they prefer the well-drained soil of potting mix in containers. Their semi-weeping habit favors planting in a hanging basket so the branches spill over the sides....

For the second year in a row, the corporation will be featuring its ″Black Friday Deals for Days,″ aimed to offer discounts without the chaos the day after Thanksgiving can bring. Plus, you can take advantage of these promotions online, so you can stay home and stay safe, too. There will be three official events throughout November, though there are deals you can shop for right now on the Walmart website while supplies last....

Throughout the sale you’ll find deals on popular home appliances like Ecovacs robot vacuums, Nespresso coffee makers, and Bissell vacuum cleaners, for up to 59% off. You can even score $50 off of a KitchenAid stand mixer. And if you’re looking for home decor that will immediately brighten up your space, you can shop discounted area rugs starting at just $13. Whether you’re in the market for a vibrant medallion rug, a geometric area rug, or an outdoor rug for your patio, you won’t want to miss these impressive deals for up to 80% off....

2. Introduce More White The simplest solution for working with dark floors is to add more white to your space through architecture, furniture, pillows, rugs, window treatments, and painted white cabinetry. Including white in your space will actually make your dark floors into a favorite feature, as they will now provide the perfect backdrop for your white and bright decor. 3. Contrast with Pale Wood Are you a pale wood junkie, and you wish your floors were light and bright?...

Nicole Jonas, along with her husband Steve and three kids, grows fruits and vegetables for sale at their local farmer’s market in central Iowa. Their business, Red Granite Farm, began as a shared passion for all things plants. Jonas and her family begin harvesting from their 400 tomato plants in early July and continue picking until frost. She knows how to harvest tomatoes at their peak flavor and these are her top 6 tips to help you do the same....

¼ cup sugar 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour ⅛ teaspoon salt 1 cup half-and-half or light cream ½ vanilla bean, split lengthwise 2 beaten egg yolks ½ teaspoon vanilla (optional) Brandy Whipped Cream 1 cup whipping cream 2 tablespoon sifted powdered sugar 2 teaspoon Armagnac, cognac, or Calvados ½ teaspoon vanilla White Chocolate-Dipped Hazelnuts 2 ounce white chocolate ½ teaspoon solid shortening ¼ cup blanched hazelnuts

For Easy Cleanup: Line your slow cooker with a disposable slow cooker liner. Add ingredients as directed in recipe. Once your dish is finished cooking, spoon the food out of your slow cooker and simply dispose of the liner. Do not lift or transport the disposable liner with food inside.

Buy It: Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea ($32, Jackson & Perkins) Where to Plant Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea Like most panicle hydrangeas, ‘Vanilla Strawberry’ does best in full sun, though it appreciates afternoon shade in warmer climates in the southern and western regions of the country. Its mature height is 6 to 7 feet with a spread of 4 to 5 feet, so make sure to plant it where it will have room to reach its full size....

And hanging bunting flags is easier than you think! Simply acquire some red, white, and blue bunting fabric, and we’ll show you how to hang it. The result is a fun, festive 4th of July look for your porch. Red, white, and blue outdoor decorations are a must-have for summer, and this one is so easy. How to Hang a Bunting for 4th of July Follow these simple how-to instructions to hang your patriotic bunting on your front porch (or anywhere outside!...

How to Grease and Flour a Pan Cakes that will be removed from the pan call for a greased and floured pan; recipes that are served in the pan simply call for greasing. If your recipe doesn’t call for a greased pan, skip this step. Step 1: Brush pan with shortening Using a pastry brush ($11, Bed Bath & Beyond) or paper towel, brush solid shortening evenly over the bottom of the pan, being careful not to leave any uncoated, shiny spots....

If you’re pouring new steps, allow for the thickness of the brick and the mortar bed when you compute the unit rise. A computed unit rise of 6-1/2 inches, for example, finished with 2-1/4-inch-thick brick, would leave room for a 3-7/8-inch-thick concrete base. This thickness is probably strong enough for mortared steps but may not satisfy local building codes. You may have to change the number of steps to provide a thick enough base....

Choose Your Charcoal Grilling Method and Prepare Your Charcoal Grill Direct grilling is best for items that grill in 30 minutes or less, such as tender, thinner, or smaller ingredients. The food cooks over an intense heat source with the lid closed, so the hot air circulates directly up and around the food. Flip halfway to ensure even cooking. For direct cooking on a charcoal grill, use enough briquettes to cover the charcoal grate completely with one layer....

This lucite towel bar is absolutely stunning with every decor style. Its clear acrylic bar is subtle and modern, while its accented braces add glam. Learn how to make your own by following the instructions below. Spray-paint ceiling mounts desired color and let dry. Mark on the wall where you want the mounts to go. Spray-paint ceiling mounts desired color and let dry. Mark on the wall where you want the mounts to go....

If you’re wondering about the difference between butter and shortening, we’ll explain. Butter usually has around 80% fat, while shortening is 100% fat, which can make a difference in how flaky your crust is. Butter generally contains some water, which evaporates while you bake, and can result in a flakier crust. Shortening, on the other hand, usually makes a crust that’s a little less flaky but can hold its shape better when you’re adding decorations....

How to Make Old-Fashioned Chicken Noodle Soup This might just be our best chicken noodle soup recipe ever! While you need about 2 hours to make this soup, the actual hands-on prep time is only 20 minutes. The rest of the time is hands-off simmering, freeing you up to do other things while the soup stock gets richer and bolder and fills your home with irresistibly comforting aromas. This recipe makes 8 main-dish servings....