Grow tree peonies and you’ll enjoy some of the most opulent flowers a garden can offer. Check out these top picks from tree peony expert Lee Gratwick. Lee Gratwick likes to call the color “true red.” It’s a hue rarely seen in theperennial garden. Pale pink at the tips, the petals darken to a glowing raspberry toward the central nest of stamens. It glows at dusk. Saunders hybrid are streaked with reddish flares in the center to give it depth and individuality....
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A serve-yourself potato bar is one of the easiest buffet party ideas. verify potatoes are firm and well-shaped without wrinkles, sprouts, green spots, or cracks. Then, store them in a cool, dry, dark place. Credit: Andy Lyons Then add any sauces, sour cream, or meats. An appetizer serving set is perfect for holding all the toppings. Try Topping Sweet Potatoes Sweet potatoes are nutritious, super versatile, and delicious! Credit: Andy Lyons...
Spice up burger night with this Mexican burger recipe. Cilantro, avocado, and a spicy sauce give this hamburger a south-of-the-border flair. Want even more for your tastebuds? Credit: Jason Donnelly Addpickled jalapenosand hot sauce. You may never go back to plain old tacos again. To avoid this, wear plastic or rubber gloves when working with chiles. If they touch your hands, wash with soapy water. For best results when cooking hot peppers, use a nonreactive saucepan such as stainless steel or enamel....
Sugar snap peas and cherry tomatoes brighten this saucy chicken casserole recipe. We love a make-aheadweeknight dinnerand this tortellini vegetable bake is a delicious way to bring together pasta andfresh vegetables. It’s a mix of our all-time favorite ingredients in one big casserole dish. Credit:Blaine Moats Test Kitchen Tip:Cook tortellini 1 or 2 minutes less than the package directions for a firmer pasta. The tortellini will continue to cook as it bakes in the sauce in the oven....
There may be yeast or mold growing in your knife block. 7 on the list of germiest items in the kitchen, just after the refrigerator meat compartment. “Dark, moist environments breed germs. Credit:BHG / Madelyn Goodnight The key is washing and thoroughly drying your knife before you store it.” Instead, this chef-approved storage technique involves nothing more than a drawer and a towel. I put my small knives in front horizontally, and my longer knives perpendicular to draw....
But that hasn’t stopped her from getting lost on Pinterest for hours like the rest of us. “I live on it,” she says, with a generous laugh. “I make boards all day.” Credit: Justin Coit The color softens the dark facade. Hilary’s design eye is drawn to vibrant, show stopping patterns. “Cutting up the rugs to make them fit exactly was so stressful,” she says. Its colors repeat in the upholstery and carpeting....
Joanna Poitier decorated the family home with an old-world elegance she and husband Sidney both appreciate. This story originally ran in the March 2008 issue of Traditional Home magazine. Sidney Poitier admittedly is more of a household name than his wife, Joanna. Sidney and Joanna Poitier relax in the sitting room of their Beverly Hills home.Credit: Edmund Barr An Oscar, a knighthood, and a hot-selling book confirm of that. But in their Beverly Hills home, the roles reverse....
Go with the Flow Cladding the dated fireplace in slate gave it a much-deserved facelift. It delineates the living and dining areas from the kitchen and warms both spaces. Consistent materialswood, slate, and natural textilesmake the house feel unified and create easy flow. White cabinetry keeps the look airy. Work Space A built-in office nook adds function and storage to a sliver of space. Warmly stained cabinetry mimics the look of the paneling in the entry and primary bedroom....
It’s just not four walls and hallways lined with decades of family photos. The feeling can be found anywhere if you let it. And that’s exactly what Harry Styles’s new album,Harry’s House, is all about. The 24-acre property is home to barns, sheds, an old farmhouse, and a hayloft. Home Farm also served as the backdrop for their second cookbook,Home Farm Cooking. Credit: Photo by Tim Walker
The Arcese family needed a home that would grow with them over timea forever home. Christine had a platform, cap, and shelves built for the mudroom’s metal lockers she purchased onEtsy. This creative space is perfect for keeping the kids organized, and has an antique and eclectic feeling. Credit: Kritsada Panichgul Both funky and functional, these lockers brighten up the small mudroom. What’s behind theshiplap panel? “I don’t want to see it all the time....
Skip the classic autumnal motifs for bows and soft colors. Thecoquette aestheticovertook the fashion and social media worlds in 2023, and it’s popularity hasn’t waned. According to a design pro, there are just a few basics you oughta cover to achieve the look. Credit:Peter Krumhardt But also when in doubt, just channelGossip Girl(your sweet potatoes are bland). Kathy Kuo is the interior designer, founder, and CEO ofKathy Kuo Home. Choose Soft Colors...
It’s basically the Oscars for groceries. Without further ado, may the best food win! Maybe it’ll even enter theTrader Joe’s Hall of Famesomeday. Credit:Trader Joe’s You guessed it, Trader Joes Spiced Apple Cider was the #1 favorite beverage of 2023. Until autumn comes back around, stock up on the Sparkling Apple Cider Vinegar Beverages. Plus, they even come sectioned off into perfectly-sized, round servings. Credit:Trader Joe’s Butter Chicken with Basmati Rice gets the title this time around....
