Making the traditional Austrian apple strudel recipe is a two-person job, so call your best baking buddy. We cant think of a better way touse up a haul of applesor to fill a fall afternoon. What Is Strudel? Credit:Carson Downing The classic pastry typically features cinnamon spiced apples and toastedbread crumbs. Apple-Cheddar Strudel Ingredients Pastry Dough: Strudel dough develops a superpowerelasticity. It stretches like pizza dough but feels like tender pie pastry....

Apple pie or cherry pie? No need to decide. This fruit pie recipe combines the best of both. Credit:Mike Dieter Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl stir together the 2 cups flour and the salt. Cut in shortening or lard until pieces are the size of small peas. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the water over part of the mixture; gently toss with a fork. Push to side of bowl. Repeat until all is moistened....

Plastic aquarium plants?yo,thats so 2023. Ready to ~dive~ in? What is Aquascaping? Credit:Alex Vella Its this combination of visual and meditative appeal that Vella thinks has contributed to the surge in interest. Saltwater versus freshwater has the same fundamental principles, but they are different in a lot of ways. I find freshwater to be more forgiving, making them an easier choice for beginners, Vella says. Credit:Alex Vella These versatile plants can be grown completely or partially submerged, and herbivorous fish will not eat them....

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Starting at less than $300, these arched cabinets exemplify the curved furniture trend while providing ample function. Walmart Curved furniture is here to stayand its no wonder this trend has become so popular lately. Credit:Walmart Why Arched Cabinets Are So Popular Right Now So, why are arched designs trending now? They also flow naturally with other furniture and soften the sharp edges of modern furnishings for a cozy space....

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Knowing if amaryllis are poisonous to cats will help you keep your pets safe during the holidays. Jacqueline Anders / Getty Images The flashy flowers ofamaryllisadd color, beauty, and elegance to winter holiday decor. But are amaryllis poisonous to cats? Credit:Jacqueline Anders / Getty Images This is important to know if you give or receive one that pets will be around. Cats are particularly notorious among pets for exploring the world teeth first, and this includes chewing on houseplants....

Our experts unpack their deadly reputation. An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but what about those pesky apple seeds? Apple seeds have earned a deadly reputation for containing cyanide, which is highly lethal to humans. Getty Images / Thanasis. But just how dangerous are apple seeds, and should you be worried if you consume some? Here, we tapped three experts to tell us everything you gotta know about eating apple seeds....

The drinkware staple is no longer the ~serve~ it once was. Remember: Not every trend is for everyone, and you dont have to follow every trend. The reverse is also true. Credit:Jason Donnelly Just because something you love is deemed uncool doesnt mean you have to follow the crowd. In other words, no matter how you feel about bar carts, weve got you. In essence, bar carts aren’t necessarily ‘out.’...

Most begonias wont survive freezing winters, but indoor plants can live for years. Are begonias perennials or annuals? Its not a simple question because theyre such a widely diverse group of plants. Credit:BHG / Jiaqi Zhou Somebegoniasare right at home in sunny porch pots. Some members of the begonia family are demanding and particular. Plants that survive winter in the landscape, blooming andgrowing again each year, are perennials. Credit: Denny Schrock...

To enjoy caladiums as perennials, use these tips to protect them from cold temperatures. Caladiums are stunning tropical plants with colorful leaves that brighten up shadier areas in your garden. Butare caladiums perennialsthat grow back every year after the winter? Credit:Bob Stefko Or will you should probably buy new plants to replace them in the spring? Here’s what you oughta know to get the most out of your caladiums and keep them growing yearly....

But are chives perennial plants that can survive winter, or will you should probably replant them in spring? As you likely know, not all herbs are perennial and not all onion family members are either. And sometimes, aplant can be a perennial, but not hardy in your area. Credit:Edward Gohlich What Are Chives? Like other members of theallium family, chives do form tiny bulbs. Will Chives Grow Back After Winter? Credit: Peter Krumhardt...

Cut through the bad advice and learn how to use coffee grounds properly to help your plants thrive. Arecoffee groundsgood for your plants? The idea is that coffee grounds act as a natural fertilizer and organic soil amendment. But do they really? We asked an expert to definitively sort out fact from fiction. Chelsea McKinleyis a plant health care specialist at the U.S. Botanic Garden in Washington, DC. Using Coffee Grounds for Plants So are coffee grounds good for plants?...

Curious if cracked eggs are safe to eat? The answer: It depends. Here’s what to know before you cook with that cracked egg. Credit:Better Homes & Gardens Eggs are one of the most affordable and easiest to cook sources ofvegetarian protein. It need not spoil the dozen nor scramble yourbreakfast plans. Here’s what you better know if you come across an already-cracked egg and how to store cracked eggs. Credit:BHG / Sydney Saporito...