You’ll be shocked at how simple it is to make! I’ve found myself adding it to everything frompancakesto queso dip. It’s a flavorful way toboost proteinand can be pureed until the texture is silky smooth. Credit:Rachel Marek. Prop Styling: Gabe Greco I decided to give homemade cottage cheese a try, and I have never looked back. Our Test Kitchen perfected the easy recipe, and there are no hard-to-source ingredients or techniques....

Crescent roll dough is the secret to making this quick and easy breakfast treat. Grease an 8x112- or 9x112-inch round baking pan; set aside. Unroll dough (do not separate); press perforations to seal. Credit:BHG/Cara Cormack Brush dough with melted butter. Roll and Cut Starting from a long side, roll up dough. Using a sharp knife, slice dough into 112-inch pieces. Credit:BHG/Cara Cormack Arrange pieces, cut side up, in prepared pan, flattening each roll slightly....

There’s nothing like dipping into a bowl of classic spinach artichoke dip. is a crowd-pleaser guests will always request. )packagefrozen white dinner rolls, thawed (12 rolls) 1(8-oz. Credit:Andy Lyons )packagecream cheese, softened 8oz.sour cream 14cupmilk 8oz.shredded Italian blend cheeses 2(14-oz. Shape each portion into a small ball, pulling edges under to make a smooth top. Place rolls 2 to 3 inches apart on a floured sheet of parchment paper or waxed paper....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. BHG/Abbey Littlejohn Ah, delicious cupcakes topped with frosting. They’re the perfect individual-size treat for birthdays, weddings, or an afternoon snack. Credit:BHG/Abbey Littlejohn prior to beginning, choose acupcake recipeand preheat your oven, ensuring even and accurate baking. Turn anycake recipeinto cupcakes by using 14 cup of batter for each cupcake. Step 1: Prepare Ingredients Allow the butter and eggs tostand at room temperaturefor 30 minutes....

To enjoy these date pinwheel cookies at any time, keep a roll of the dough in the freezer. Pinwheel cookies are a gorgeous, decadent dessert that will impress everyone lucky enough to get a bite. Ingredients 1(8-oz.)pkg. Credit: Blaine Moats Place dates in a saucepan. Stir in water and 1/3 cup sugar. Bring to boiling, then reduce heat. Cook and stir about 2 minutes or until thickened. Then stir in lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla....

The only tools you need are your hands. And even better, you could customize the color to fit yourexisting decor. We’ll show you how to create three polymer clay knot decorations. Credit: Marty Baldwin This easyDIY home decorproject is ideal for beginners as you don’t need any special tools. Polymer clay is easy to shape, durable, and once baked it won’t weaken or break. Plan on using about half a pound of clay for each decoration....

In 1943, Ike Seawell was credited for creating the first deep-dish pizza in Chicago. Pizza night just got a lot more fun with this Chicago-style deep-dish version. Not to mention, it’s a midwestern classic. Credit: Blaine Moats Sprinkle bottom of pan with cornmeal; set pan aside. Make Dough In a large bowl combine warm water and yeast, stirring to dissolve yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in 1-1/2 cups of the flour, 1/3 cup oil, and the salt....

Make use of a recycled glass bottle and invite birds into your garden with a homemade bird feeder. We’ll show you how to make one while adding your own flair. Rebecca’s bird feeder is made with a pretty green-glass water bottle and heavy copper wire. The wire supports the bottle and adds a flourish. A small ornament can be attached to the copper wire, like a charm on a bracelet....

Hard as rock,concrete ornamentsare easy to make. Even better, this versatile outdoor material is low cost and prettier than you might think. Try our techniques for customizing, shaping, and finishing concrete ornaments andoutdoor decor. Having a Ball Concrete spheres bringlasting beauty to any garden. Cast a half sphere at a time, using 10-, 12-, or 15-inch-diameter molds. Sandwich two halves to make a round with a spread of mortar holding the pieces together....

Learn how to make DIY eucalyptus shower bundles and how to keep eucalyptus fresh in shower stalls. It’s an easy way to fit self-care into your everyday routine. Eucalyptus shower bundles are a popular and no-fuss way to add luxury to your bathroom. Credit:BHG / Adrienne Legault They’ll boost your mood and relax your senses, and they’re easy to create. For a few more dollars, purchase prepared eucalyptus shower bundles that come tied and ready to hang....

This project combines the modern technology of LED string lights withold-fashioned container gardeningto create romantic lighting. We usedIrish moss, but other low-growing plants suited to your climate would work just as well. In addition to LED strings, other lights to consider include inexpensive light strings or commercial-gradelight strings. Credit:Jacob Fox Glass light-fixture globes offer the most translucent light; plastic or acrylic ones also set a dreamy mood. Also, ensure the planter has drainage holes in the bottom....

Deck out your front porch for Halloween with oversize snakes you might create at home. Assemble Snake Body Gather enough flexible ductwork elbows to make the length of snake you desire. Join the elbows by sliding them into each other, end to end. Credit:Jason Donnelly Turn the elbows to get the shape you want based on where you plan to use the snake. Stack layers tightly to reach desired height of the head....

Or you could bend them into synchronizedoutdoor Halloween decorations. It’s so easy that your colony may quickly get out of hand. Make a 2-foot spider, a 4-foot spider, or a 7-foot spideror one of each! Credit: Marty Baldwin We used half of a 2-inch foam ball for the head and a 4-inch foam half-ball for the body. you’re able to also display themoutside of your home. How to Make DIY Giant Spiders We’re obsessed with these DIY giant spiders....