A buttermilk short stack is a diner classic for good reason. This tangy dairy product contributes to our recipes raking in reviews like the best pancakes ever!! (Classic Buttermilk Pancakes) and amazingly fluffy, and so delicious (Buttermilk Pancakes). Credit:Jason Donnelly Youll also spy buttermilk inBHGteam favorites likeCornmeal Buttermilk Waffles with Honey ButterandButtermilk-Banana Waffles. What is Buttermilk, Exactly? As the milk goes through fermentation, it thickens and becomes more acidic due to the formation oflactic acid....

Nadya So / Getty Images Christmas cactus plants are readily available at grocery stores and florists asfestive holiday houseplants. But sometimes holiday decorating and cats can be a troublesome combination. Is Christmas Cactus Toxic to Cats? Credit:Nadya So / Getty Images Call your veterinarian if your pet’s discomfort continues more than a couple of days after eating Christmas cactus. Just double-check that the spot you choose provides the right growing conditions for this plant....

With prices on the rise, people are exploring new paths to homeownershipand co-buying is increasingly popular. But what do you better know before you commit? Does location still matter most? Credit:Jessica Poulos Should you remodel your home to suit your tastes, or for resale value? Are starter homes still a thing? We all have plenty of questions about the ever-changing world of real estate. Its no secret that the cost of buying a home is higher than ever....

Is coleus a perennial that comes back every year? That depends on where you live and how you care for it. So is coleus a perennial? Credit:Better Homes & Gardens Growing a coleus as a perennial is easy, should you wish to keep a favorite variety around. Here’s what you oughta know to enjoy coleus as aperennial or annual plant. What Are Coleus Plants? Coleusis a genus of stunning foliage plants in the mint family....

Its wide availability tempts many gardeners to use it. But is Epsom salt good for plants, and should we use it in our gardens? Here’s what the research reveals. Credit:Martina Unbehauen / Getty Images Linda Chalker-Scott is a horticulturist and an associate professor at Washington State University. What is Epsom Salt? Epsom salt is a naturally occurring mineral compound of magnesiumand sulfurknown as magnesium sulfate. Credit: Cameron Sadeghpour Sulfur builds proteins and in fruit, it is important to flavor....

This simple switch can save you about $66 every year in heating costsand help protect the environment. Thats a problem because wastewater treatment systems cant filter all of these particles out. These small plastic pollutants can be mistaken for food by ocean organisms and can disrupt the natural ecosystem. Credit: PIKSEL/Getty Images What Are the Benefits of Doing Laundry with Cold Water? The punch in of clothing you buy also matters....

Most dishwashers have an air-dry settingbut does air-drying dishes in the dishwasher save power? Most importantly, does it still get your dishes clean? We love appliances that increase convenience and energy-efficiency at the same timewin, win! Credit:Kseniya Ovchinnikova / Getty Images | Design: Better Homes & Gardens But did you know theres a way to make your dishwasher even more energy-efficient than it already is? Condensation drying works by using hot water torinse the dishes at the endof the wash cycle....

Heres what happens to the water you leave out on your bedside tableplus how to make your water last. Does it make a difference if the glasses or bottles were covered? What about the material of the container the water’s been sitting inis that important? Credit:BHG / Sarah Crowley And what about the unlabeled bottles? BHG / Sarah Crowley What Happens to Water as It Sits? As youre sound asleep, whats happening in that glass of water sitting on your nightstand?...

Cleaning and laundry experts weigh in on what to consider before letting your pet share a bed with you. Is It OK to Let Your Pet Sleep in Your Bed? Here, Romine and Mary Gagliardi (aka Dr. Youll also likely want to use products specifically formulated for your new laundering needs. Credit:Emily Minton Redfield Romine suggests starting with a detergent that has bothdeep-cleaningand odor-fighting properties to keep up with your co-sleeping arrangement....

Youve made the investment in nonstick cookwaredont destroy its integrity by scratching the surface with metal kitchen utensils. Weve all been thereits early in the morning and you better get ready for work. You’re under-caffeinated, hungry, and attempting to make somedelicious scrambled eggs. Credit:Grace Cary / Getty Images But theres a clean metal one within reach. So you ask yourself if its really all that bad to use it. You might end up scratching your expensive cookware, but is that such a big deal?...

Washing all your laundry together can save time, but unfortunately, it can also cause damage. Here’s what you gotta know before you roll the spin cycle. Jacob Fox Laundry can be tedious and time-consuming, making it feel like a never-endinghousehold chore. Credit:Jacob Fox Ahead, we’ve outlined the factors to consider before tossing everything into the spin cycle together. Today,cold water is the standardfor laundering items, regardless of color, with a few exceptions....

Weve got bad news for you: Youre going to want to start washing your bed sheets alone. Theres nothing quite like the feeling of crawling into bed with freshly washed sheets. As a general rule, you should launder your sheets separately altogether. Credit:BHG / Sydney Saporito Heres exactly how to wash your towels and sheets to make them last as long as possible. The thickness and heavy material can still do considerable damage to your favorite sheets....

Submitting a lower offer can be tempting, but is it poor etiquette? A real estate expert offers insight into when it’s appropriate. Does location still matter most? Credit:Terry Papp Should you remodel your home to suit your tastes or for resale value? Are starter homes still a thing? We all have plenty of questions about the ever-changing world of real estate. Is it ever okay to make a low offer on a home?...