Don’t settle for take-out. Serve your family a nutritious and easy prep meal with these healthy make-ahead meals. Serve your family a healthy make-ahead meal that’s easy to prep. Credit: Jacob Fox Our recipes include hearty casseroles,warm soups and stews, and freeze-ahead family meals. Then, just toss the ingredients into the slow cooker for a seriously deliciousmeat-and-potatoes mealwith carrots and celery added. Lentils Bolognese This healthy make-ahead meal stars lentils asplant-based protein....

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If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Including wreaths, throw blankets, and candles. One shopper said they used the cozy throw all winter long, while another called it a must buy. Credit:Better Homes & Gardens / Tyler Roeland They added that its versatile and fluffy and provides amazing warmth. Holiday Two-Pack Bath Towel Set Theseholiday-themed towelsare soft, fluffy, and absorbent. Theyre made from a durable and long-lasting cotton fabric that becomes even more plush after a few washes....

You may be unintentionally doing more harm than good by tossing these items into the recycling bin. Getty Images / Westend61 Although recycling isnt a new concept, the rules surrounding it can be confusing. Depending on where you live, it might be straightforward to recycle most household items. Credit:Getty Images / Westend61 In other areas, you’ll need to do more research before putting your recycling bin on the curb. We also strongly suggest checking with your local recycling center to confirm their guidelines....

These are our favorite ways to prepare brisket, tenderloin, and more. When it comes to the holidays, there’snothing more traditionalthan a Christmas roast beef dinner. Looking for a new way to serve it up? Credit: Jeff Kauck Choose from theseroast beefrecipes, ranging from grandma’s to gourmet creations that will wow your guests. Rosemary, pepper, anchovies, and garlic come together to season this Christmas roast dinner. Serve the finished dish withclassic mashed potatoesand a sprinkle offresh rosemary....

you’re able to try painting or sanding it first. When you replace an interior door, don’t forget the fun stuff. you might update the trim and consider door knobs that match your aesthetic. Credit:John Bessler It often features glass panes, creating visual continuity between rooms and allowing light to filter through. Barn Door Jay Wilde Asliding barn dooris a charming alternative to traditional interior door styles. They are a timeless choice that adds elegance and instantly dresses up a space....

No matter how big they are, closets never seem to have enough storage space. Start by clearing out these 12 items, including out-of-season attire and space-consuming accessories. (Trust us, you’re not going to miss them.) Credit:Kimberly Gavin Kimberly Gavin 1. Designate a hanger for all of the items you like to hang, then ditch the rest. You might also consider replacing bulky plastic hangers with a more space-saving design with slimline hangers....

Take back your basement by letting go of these common clutter culprits. Even completed spaces designed to provide more living space can quickly descend into chaos if youre not careful. There are a handful ofthings that should never be stored in a basementfor safety purposes. Credit:David Land But plenty of seemingly harmless items contribute to the mess, too. One look downstairs, and youll likely come across a few offenders in your own home....

Dress up your kitchen with these window treatments for any design style. Plus, if you have abeautiful kitchen windowor gorgeous view, curtains will instantly draw attention to it. Roller blinds or flame-retardantRoman blindsare a safer choice, especially if they’re easy to clean. Credit:Robert Brinson Tab-Top Window Valances Tab-top window valances are the perfect rustic window treatment for this big country kitchen. The combination of valances with bamboo blinds offers privacy and light filtration when needed....

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Make lighter work of raking leaves with these simple tips. But dealing with fallen leaves doesn’t have to be a pain (sometimes literally). Use these leaf-raking tips to make quick work of your fall cleanup. Credit: maxbelchenko/Adobe Stock Do youreallyneed to rake? Leaves contain nutrients that can be recycled into your soil. The problem arises when they’re piled too thick, which can smother your lawn and smaller garden plants. But how many is too many?...

No part of the bird goes to waste with savory soups, piled-high sandwiches, and cheesy casseroles. Kelsey Hansen It’s no secret: Leftover turkey recipes can be even better than Thanksgiving dinner itself. Garden Turkey Melt This isn’t your typical deli sub. Credit:Kelsey Hansen Our gardenturkey meltis one turkey sandwich that doesn’t slack on flavor. Artichoke hearts, garlic, and fresh rosemary do all the heavy lifting in this easy Thanksgiving leftovers recipe....

Inspire yourself through the eyes of your garden. -Alfred Austin “A garden requires patient labor and attention. Plants do not grow merely to satisfy ambitions or to fulfill good intentions. They thrive because someone expended effort on them.” -Liberty Hyde Bailey “The love of gardening is a seed once sown that never dies.” -Elizabeth Murray “If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.” Gardening is an instrument of grace....