This spaghetti recipe first appeared in our magazine in the ’30s, and we still get requests for it. It’s easy, and people can’t seem to get enough of it. Food Styling: Annie Probst Ingredients 1lb.ground beef 1mediumonion, chopped (1/2cup) 1(10.75-oz. Credit:Rachel Marek. Food Styling: Annie Probst )cancream of mushroom soup 1(10.75-oz. Add the soups, chili powder, bottled hot pepper sauce, black pepper, and ground red pepper. Bring to boiling, stirring often; reduce heat to simmer....

One of the main reasons to choose a slipcover is for protection of the underlying piece of furniture. Its not just high-traffic homes that can benefit from theprotection offered by slipcovers. But even if your style is more contemporary, slipcovers can still work in your home. Credit: David Tsay Modern day slipcovers tend to be more fitted and trendy than their predecessors of yesteryear, Johnson says. Generally speaking, gone are the days of floral prints meant to tie in with bold wallpapers....

Were uncovering all the details on down-filled sofas, including cost, care, and lifestyle considerations. But another camp feels quite the opposite, preferring sofas to feel lived-in and contoured from binge-watching bliss. If youre looking forsuper-plushseating where you positively melt into the cushions, a down-filled sofa might be for you. Credit:Edmund Barr Here, we discuss everything you gotta know about down-fill sofas, starting with what down is. What Is Down? Because down doesn’t have quills, it won’t poke through couch cushions when you take a seat....

We asked experts their opinions about the hot dog sandwich debate. ranks among the most divisive. To no one’s surprise, opinions differed. Credit:Claudia Totir / Getty Images If you’re hungry for an official answer, grab a snack and keep reading. Bun vs. [It] certainly deserves its own category, the same way a burger deserves its own. Sandwiches have their own category as well, and that category does not include hot dogs or burgers....

Multi-gen living has some common pitfalls. Avoid them with this expert advice. Multi-gen homes have several financial and emotional benefits. Credit:Getty Images / Ippei Naoi However, they also come with challenges, such as a lack of privacy. Finances Living in amultigenerational homecan be great for saving money and mutual support. Still, it takes planning to make it work. you could divide them equally or based on what each person can afford....

We put the internet-famous recipe to the test. Jake Sternquist I was immediately intrigued when I stumbled upon Elizabeth Heiskell’srecipe for pillowcase turkey. Elizabeth shared her grandmother’s technique forroasting a whole turkeyin a wine- and butter-soaked cotton pillowcase. Credit:Jake Sternquist Reviewers called the finished turkey “incredibly moist” and “juicy.” With Thanksgiving just around the corner, Ihadto give the recipe a try. What Is Pillowcase Turkey? Credit:Jake Sternquist it’s possible for you to also use cheesecloth to wrap the turkey....

Is making the switch to a smart thermostat actually worth it? Here are some factors to consider. Thermostats control the temperature in your home and ensure HVAC efficiency. Credit:Melissa Ross / Getty Images There are different types of thermostats, including manual, programmable, and smart. More people choose the latter because they have energy-saving capabilities and prove cost-effective over time. But the devices price and installation costs are higher than older, traditional models....

This luxurious bathroom design style is a popular renovationbut a wet room isnt necessarily right for every home. Homeowners looking to upgrade their bathrooms to create a more spa-like experience may consider adding this high-end bathroom layout. So, is the wet room worth it? Credit: sihuo0860371 / Getty Images Ashley DeLappis the founder ofAshley DeLapp Interior Design. Ann VanderWiel Wilde What Is a Wet Room? I like to think of it as a room inside a room, says DeLapp....

Driven by the need for eco-conscious solutions, many plant-based alternatives have gained popularity among consumers. What Do Bees Have to Do with Almond Milk? Because theyre so vital to agriculture, these bees are actually classified as livestock. Credit: Westend61/Getty Images How Does Almond Milk Production Negatively Impact Bees? This weakens bees, stunts growth, and has the potential to destroy entire colonies. These toxic chemicals lead to illness and death in the pollinators....

Is basil a perennial? Is Basil a Perennial? Most types ofculinary basilare native to warm regions of Asia and Africa. Credit:Peter Krumhardt They grow as perennial plants inUSDAZones 1011. However, basil self-seeds if you allow the plants to flower. Its used like culinary basil in recipes, although it has a milder flavor with hints of cilantro. Wild basil is only distantly related to culinary basil plants (Ocimumspp. Indoor basil plants can be started from seed,stem cuttings, or nursery starts....

BHG/Andrea Araiza A bowl of cereal.Scrambled eggs, bacon, and toast.Pancakesand sausage. And where did this motto come from anyway? Enter: The family dinner era. Credit:BHG/Andrea Araiza As for breakfast, it took on an aura of luxury. If you had time for a leisurely morning meal, it meant you werent hustling to get to work. Those with more physical jobs should fuel up with meat, bread, and butter. Credit: Blaine Moats...

Builder-grade home features offer a solution for many buyersbut they come with benefits and downsides, like any construction. Builder-grade features have historically received a bad reputation, saysChrista Kenin, real estate agent at Douglas Elliman. We immediately think of small tiles,vinyl tubs, and thin-paneled cabinets. Credit: Dan Reynolds Photography / Getty Images However, these days builder-grade features can be a positive thing and an opportunity for buyers. Builder-grade features exist to get the job done, saysBryson Taggart, agent partner at Opendoor....

Were comparing six potential sandwich spreads. Find out which schmear reigns supreme. Choose yourfavorite bread, cheeses, and bonus fillings as desired. Credit:Andy Lyons Softened butteris what we call for in our classicGrilled Cheese Sandwich. So is butter your only optionor even your best bet? Fat chance, saysSarah Brekke, M.S.,Better Homes & GardensTest Kitchen brand manager. If you go with salted butter, youll layer on even more flavor. Mayonnaise is spreadable right out of the container, no softening or whipping required....