Vodka removes grease, stains, and streaks from some unlikely places. Not just for cocktails anymore, vodka is a versatile, potent potable with cleaning powers aplenty. Thecitric acidfrom the peels will be extracted by the vodka to create apowerful citrus-scented cleaner. Or, even easier, just fill a spray bottle with vodka to use for quick cleanups. Maker says the spray can also be effective to keep just-used towels smelling fresh as they dry....

Break out your favorite Dali painting. This fashion runway trend is making its way to homes and bringing whimsy with it. Kim Cornelison You don’t have to be an art lover to appreciate the surreal. Credit:Kim Cornelison And you cancredit fashionfor today’s resurgence in surrealism. Although Schiaparellis atelier closed in the 1940s, the house has been revived. Kim Kardashian wore the brand to the Met Gala a few months later, solidifying its high-style status....

Going “green” in your yard means a lot more than the color of your lawn. In fact, you may not always want your lawn to look so green! (Hint: It uses alotof water.) Check out these eco-landscaping ideas to green your yard in healthy, sustainable, environmentally friendly ways. What is Green Landscaping? Green landscapes nurture wildlife; reduce air, soil, and water pollution; and make healthy recreation spaces. Your yard can make a difference!...

I’ll admit, the name gave me pause. Jake Sternquist The second the first leaves start turning color, it becomes soup season for me. Every Sunday I make a big batch of homemade soup to last throughout the week. Credit:Jake Sternquist What Is Swamp Soup? The history of swamp soup is a bit unclear, but we know the recipe originated in the South. Swamp soup is made with greens,smoked sausage, pasta, and beans....

Learn what sets these types of butter apart and when to use one over the other. We tapped a few of the leading butter brands to find out. What Is Sweet Cream Butter? Getty Images / DETRY26. Sweet cream butter is made from pasteurized fresh sweet cream that has not been cultured. It has a mild, creamy flavor, making it well-suited to a variety of baking and cooking applications. It has a clean, neutral flavor profile that lends itself well to any recipe that uses butter....

A versatile condiment that can add a sweet and tangy flavor to any dish. Just over an hour of prep time yields seven half-pint jars for you to enjoy in the coming months. Chop, discarding pepper stems and seeds; seed cucumbers, if desired. Credit:CARSON DOWNING Measure 6 cups of cucumber and 3 cups of peppers. Peel and chop onions; measure 3 cups. Combine vegetables in a large bowl. Sprinkle with salt; add cold water to cover....

These moist cupcakes are a clever way to infuse a scrumptious dessert with a healthy twist. Sweet potatoes aren’t just for side dishes. Their natural sweetness, soft texture, and color make them the perfect addition to any dessert. Credit: Andy Lyons Just likezucchini breadorblack bean brownies, these cupcakes are a clever way to sneak some veggies into dessert. Just freeze unfrosted cupcakes in airtight containers for up to 1 month....

Here’s the Fourth of July dessert recipe you’ve been looking for to make the celebration extra festive. Swirl America’s colors in the cake batter and don’t forget the festive sprinkles. Meanwhile, coat a 10-inch fluted tube pan with spray for baking; set aside. Credit: Matthew Clark In a small bowl stir together flour, baking powder, and salt. Preheat oven to 325F. In a large mixing bowl beat butter with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds....

Like snowflakes, no two of these meringue hearts are alike. You dont need any special equipmentjust a couple of spoonsto create their whimsical swooping shapes. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Credit:Carson Downing Place oven racks in top and lower thirds of the oven. In a medium bowl combine sugar, cornstarch, and baking powder. Increase mixer to high speed, adding sugar mixture, 1 Tbsp. at a time, over a 2 minute period, until mixture still forms soft peaks....

Better Homes & Gardens presents our 2024 Food Issue. Refresh your dinner menus with ideas for what to eat using seasonal ingredients or items in your pantry. It all may have started just a few years ago with a viral video of a vegan BLT sandwich. Credit:Andrew Eccles Andrew Eccles Tabitha Brown has many descriptors. What unites everything that Tabitha does? Tabitha has a smile and demeanor that light up any roomor screenshe enters....

On your first visit, she’ll make your plate and get you settled. After that, you’re at home and should know where things are. She does this and so much more all with an effusive warmth and giant smile. Credit:Andrew Eccles Here’s a glimmer of insight into how she does it all so seemingly effortlessly. Q: When you’re hosting or entertaining, do you want the kitchen to yourself? Or are you okay preparing the meal with people around?...

Refresh your kitchen from top to bottom by completing these eight essential chores. We often forget todeep-clean the range hood, where dust, grime, and grease tend to build up. Remove everything from the pantry and clean the shelves, tops of cabinets, hardware, and floors. Credit:Laura Moss Check expiration dates and inspect opened goods,discarding anythingthat’s expired or stale. Checkstorage containersfor cracks and damage, throw away broken ones, and clean those you are keeping....

This savory pancake from Peru uses leftover rice and canary beans for a hearty breakfast or lunch. In this recipe, it is shaped into one large pancake and cut into wedges. Top this rice-and-bean cake with salsa criolla, a Peruvian onion relish. Credit: Aubrie Pick Aji amarillo is a Peruvian yellow chile, it is moderately hot with a fruity flavor. The fresh chile peppers are rarely available; aji amarillo us most commonly available as a paste in jars....