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A thirst-quenching glass of iced tea is a lovely antidote to the summer heat and surprisingly easy to make. Just combine two ingredients—tea and water—using one of our easy-to-brew methods, then tailor each cup by adding sweetener, seasonal herbs, and fruits. Follow these guidelines for an icy and vibrant summer sip. cold ice tea in pitcher outdoors Credit: getty images / drewhadley Start with the Best Tea (and Water) Unquestionably, tea is the flavor that anchors the drink....

` Net Worth Logo View Series Five Steps to Take Now to Catch Up on Retirement Savings How to Start a Retirement Fund at Any Life Stage How to Maximize Your Retirement Accounts Three Things You Need to Know If You’re Considering Early Retirement A common saying popular among tax experts is, “Don’t delay, file your taxes today,” which emphasizes the importance of not waiting until the last minute to pay your taxes....

` Mastering the Holiday Meal Franchise Logo View Series Planning a Picnic? Here’s How to Pull It Off Smoothly, From Packing Your Tote to Choosing the Perfect Location What to Cook on the Grill This Father’s Day Make Mom Lunch Not Brunch with Our Marvelous Mostly Make-Ahead Menu Mother’s Day Baking Projects You and Your Mom Can Tackle Together Nothing says “spring” quite like an impressive Easter ham that serves as the centerpiece on your holiday table....

Brown sugar can be used in everything from cookies to sauces. The ingredient adds a delightful hint of sweetness and molasses flavor to any dish you use it in, but if you’ve ever reached for a package of brown sugar after it’s been open only to realize that it’s now hardened into one solid lump, you know how frustrating it can be to try and cook with it again. The hardened confection can become difficult to measure, and, at times, may even seem like it has gone bad....

good-things-caddies-stack-mld107720.jpg Gone are the days of standard all-white bathrooms. This year, experts predict that colorful bathrooms will finally have their long-awaited moment. From gentle blues to soft pinks, expect to see pops of soothing color turn up in the room dedicated to refreshing and relaxation in 2019. The best news? You don’t have to go all-in to start introducing color into your bathroom (which is good news for neutral fans)....

brittany-andrew-wedding-rings-088-s112067-0715.jpg Credit: Katie Stoops Photography When you’re working out … Make sure to slip off your ring before heading out for your Saturday morning hot yoga class. Kim Heidenreich, a specialized jeweler of vintage wedding rings at Trumpet & Horn, says, “aside from walking or jogging, you shouldn’t wear your ring when you exercise.” Play it safe and take off your ring when you’re lifting weights too. “There is also a possibility weights can create pressure on the metal that will bend the ring,” says Simon G....

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If you don’t get around to deep cleaning as often as you’d like to, you may be hanging on to certain products for months (or, in some cases, years) after their expiration dates have passed. While this may not be as concerning for products that cleanse seldom-used surfaces (think window sprays), hanging onto disinfectants that are past their prime can be problematic—especially during a global health crisis or cold and flu season....

clean vinyl flooring in living room Credit: Getty Images clean vinyl flooring in living room Credit: Getty Images clean vinyl flooring in living room Credit: Getty Images clean vinyl flooring in living room Credit: Getty Images People love installing vinyl flooring in their homes. Not only is it a low-cost flooring option that can make a big impact, but it’s also a fairly low maintenance choice. Given how busy everyone is these days, finding a way to clean your house fast is always a bonus....

cleaning your humidifier Credit: Getty Images cleaning your humidifier Credit: Getty Images cleaning your humidifier Credit: Getty Images cleaning your humidifier Credit: Getty Images When the weather cools, it’s time to turn on the heat. While this will make you feel cozy, it can also lead to dry air (and a raspy morning throat). Luckily, a humidifier can help promote hydrated skin and healthy sinuses—unless, that is, you haven’t cleaned it since last winter....

seared-scallops-102935770.jpg Credit: Martyna Szczesna Fast, delicious, and rarely seen in a home kitchen, scallops are like the unicorn of easy dinner entrées. If you love eating these marvelous mollusks at restaurants and are eager to go pro at home, read on before you dive in. The four essential tips outlined here will make all the difference when you cook scallops in your own kitchen. While the information is mostly for the classic pan-seared preparation, scallops are a versatile protein that can be skewered and grilled, broiled, baked, or even cured in a dish like ceviche....

poached salmon A question I am asked frequently, and a question that many people ask Google, is how to get rid of the fish smell after cooking. I think it’s more about how to buy fish that doesn’t smell and how to cook it so it will produce less fishy smell (I also get asked which cooking methods will produce less fishy smell). Cooks are concerned that odors from the fish will linger in their kitchen or spread into other parts of their home....

feta-burger-0611med107092.jpg ` What’s for Dinner Franchise Logo View Series 18 Cozy, Comforting Winter Dinner Recipes You’ll Make on Repeat Our Favorite 20-Minute Dinner Recipes for When You Need a Home-Cooked Meal Fast What’s for Dinner This Week: Quick Chicken Puttanesca, Sheet-Pan Sausages With Squash, and a 15-Minute Vegetarian Meal What’s for Dinner This Week: Bacon-Wrapped Chicken, Beans-and-Greens Stuffed Peppers, and More Easy, Broiled Dishes feta-burger-0611med107092.jpg feta-burger-0611med107092.jpg feta-burger-0611med107092.jpg Burgers are easy to make and are a great excuse to spend time at the grill rather than in the hot kitchen....

Spring cleaning usually calls for a full-home scrub-down or reorganization spree to effectively refresh spaces post-winter. While you’ve likely already started your to-do list for the season, there is something you might have forgotten to prioritize cleansing: the air in your home. Marilee Nelson, a certified building biologist, environmental consultant, and the co-founder of Branch Basics, says to approach this process by asking yourself the following queries: Do you have a family member with respiratory issues, frequent colds, the flu, headaches, dizziness, irritated eyes, nose or throat, fatigue, allergies, or any chronic physical problems?...

reversible meat tenderizer on wooden table with meat on wax paper Credit: Courtesy of Williams-Sonoma reversible meat tenderizer on wooden table with meat on wax paper Credit: Courtesy of Williams-Sonoma reversible meat tenderizer on wooden table with meat on wax paper Credit: Courtesy of Williams-Sonoma reversible meat tenderizer on wooden table with meat on wax paper Credit: Courtesy of Williams-Sonoma While some cuts of meat are naturally tender (such as the aptly named tenderloin), other cuts need more coaxing before they will melt in your mouth....

Games are an integral part of many cultures, from a simple round of capture the flag to something more high stakes like the World Cup, games are everywhere. However, the specific activities you choose to partake in reveal more about you and your culture than you might have originally thought. According to a new study conducted by researchers from Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology, the types of sports, board games, and video games you play—cooperative or competitive—may be indicative of your cultural background....

Acadia National Park Credit: Courtesy of National Park Service Acadia National Park Credit: Courtesy of National Park Service Acadia National Park Credit: Courtesy of National Park Service Acadia National Park Credit: Courtesy of National Park Service There’s nothing quite like taking to the Great Outdoors for a hike. Not only does it allow you to get exercise and fresh air, but it also exposes you to the most serene sights on foot....

close up of variety of lettuces Credit: Johnny Miller ` What’s for Dinner Franchise Logo View Series 18 Cozy, Comforting Winter Dinner Recipes You’ll Make on Repeat Our Favorite 20-Minute Dinner Recipes for When You Need a Home-Cooked Meal Fast What’s for Dinner This Week: Quick Chicken Puttanesca, Sheet-Pan Sausages With Squash, and a 15-Minute Vegetarian Meal What’s for Dinner This Week: Bacon-Wrapped Chicken, Beans-and-Greens Stuffed Peppers, and More Easy, Broiled Dishes...

Just in time for the holiday season, researchers have found that consuming wine and cheese may have a direct impact on our cognitive acuity. What’s more, that impact is actually a positive one. The findings were part of a larger study, which was conducted at Iowa State University and published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, about the link between our diet and cognitive decline. One of the most significant findings from the study found that cheese, by far, was shown to be the most protective food against age-related cognitive problems, even later in life....