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Double the holidays means double the fun. Peace Love Light If your familycelebrates Hanukkahand Christmas, decorating your home for both can pose a challenge. Enter Chrismukkah, which brings the warmth of Christmas and the light of Hanukkah into one joyful celebration. Credit:Peace Love Light What Is Chrismukkah? Chrismukkah has been getting a lot of buzz lately, but the concept is nothing new. It originated in 19th-century Germany, with the wordWeihnukkaha combination ofWeihnachten(Christmas in German) and Hanukkah....

Learn how to make the classic Italian meat pie including a quick shortcut for the crust dough. Adding ricotta cheese to the filling helps create the rich flavor and creamy texture. Round out the Easter meal with abright green saladand fresh fruit. Credit:Grant Webster The vinaigrette on the salad helps cut through the richness of the Pizza Rustica recipe. This dish is best served warm from the oven. Cover and let the dough rest while you make the filling....

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Everyone loves Italian night! Pasta and rich creamy sauces, pizza, and Italian dessertsthere’s something for everyone. Now there’s no reason to go out for Italian when you could make the same recipes at home. Explore International Recipes

Let this serve as your reminder to make Italian wedding soup on Christmas eve. Carson Downing Homemadechicken noodle soupgets a fresh spin. Hearty homemadechicken meatballsadd flavor, and escarolethe traditional green in Italian wedding soupmelts into silky, flavorful ribbons. At first glanceescarolecould be mistaken for lettuce; the bitter green is a good choice for salads and soups. Here’s how to make our classic Italian wedding soup recipe. Why Is it Called Italian Wedding Soup?...

Some homemade repellents succeed at getting rid of boxelder bugs. Here’s what experts recommend (and suggest skipping!). Getty Images / Robert_schafer_photography Boxelder bugs are beetle-like insects named after the boxelder trees they love. Credit:Getty Images / Robert_schafer_photography Even in warm weather, you might spot them basking in the sun on the exterior of your home. We asked experts to share DIY solutions that successfully repel pesky boxelder bugs from any home....

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