No humidifier? No problem! Here’s an easy fix. We all know how the air can get super dry during those cold, winter months. Dry air can affect everything from your skin, eyes, throat, hair, lips, even seasonal allergies and illnesses. Keeping a humidifier in your home is an easy way to solve the dry air … Read more
Ever since we first tried Ruggable rugs, we’ve been smitten with this gorgeous, washable rug brand. Originally debuting as an innovative two-part system—a washable topper and a cushioned, slip-resistant pad—Ruggable rugs ushered in the era of stress-free rug ownership. Spills? Stains? No matter the day-to-day messes tossed at it, a Ruggable area rug is ready … Read more
Ingredients:1 lb ground beef1 small onion, finely chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp salt½ tsp black pepper1 tbsp ketchup1 tbsp yellow mustard1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese1 (8 oz) tube refrigerated crescent dough or pizza dough3 tbsp butter, melted1 tsp garlic powder1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)Directions:Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking … Read more
The memories of the day you become a parent will be ones you hold dear forever. A unique child who depends on you has just entered the world. You must provide them with the finest environment and encouragement while they work to achieve their goals. Adriana Iliescu gave birth to her first child in 2005, … Read more
1. Flaky Croissants Ingredients: 4 cups bread flour ¼ cup sugar 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet) 2 tsp salt 1 cup (240 ml) warm milk 3 tbsp butter, melted (for dough) 1 cup unsalted butter, very cold (for laminating) For finishing: 1 egg + 1 tbsp milk (egg wash) Instructions: Mix flour, sugar, … Read more
Apple Almond Tart Ingredients Sweet shortcrust pastry, Pierre Hermé style 250 g flour 75 g icing sugar 140 g butter 25 g almond powder 2 g salt 1 egg Almond cream 100 g butter 100 g caster sugar 100 g almond powder 2 eggs 1 tbsp cornstarch (cornflour) Filling 4 to 5 apples (depending on … Read more
A month before my stroke, my body began to warn me. These were the first symptoms. Fortunately, I finally responded. I contacted a doctor. After a scan (CT scan, angiography, and vascular examination), I was diagnosed with a microstroke. My brain was already suffering, albeit silently. I immediately began treatment, changed my lifestyle, and began … Read more
Jacques Pépin’s Genius Egg-Peeling Hack – Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs Every Time If you’ve ever boiled a batch of eggs, only to fight with stubborn shells that refuse to come off — tearing into the whites and ruining your beautiful eggs — you’re not alone. Peeling hard-boiled eggs is one of the most frustrating kitchen challenges. … Read more
A gesture as ordinary as it is automatic, one we almost never question: flushing the toilet. Yet, simple urination doesn’t necessarily demand this reflex. What if this small daily action was giving, without our knowledge, to significant water waste? It’s a surprising question, but one worth asking. What you’re about to discover might just make … Read more
High blood pressure (hypertension) and thickened blood are major risk factors for heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems. Doctors warn that certain foods can increase these risks if consumed frequently. Being aware of these foods can help you make smarter dietary choices to protect your heart and blood vessels. Here are 5 foods that … Read more
