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breville compact smart mini toaster oven Credit: Courtesy of Williams-Sonoma breville compact smart mini toaster oven Credit: Courtesy of Williams-Sonoma breville compact smart mini toaster oven Credit: Courtesy of Williams-Sonoma breville compact smart mini toaster oven Credit: Courtesy of Williams-Sonoma There’s no getting around it: Small kitchens can be challenging to maneuver in, especially for home cooks who prepare meal after meal with no countertop elbow room. Even the cooking-adverse who do little more than microwave last night’s takeout may feel the countertop squeeze....

gt062_tomatopaste1_s.jpg Most recipes call for only a small portion of tomato paste – you use a tablespoon or two, and the rest invariably goes to waste. To save the remainder: Carefully open both ends of the can with a can opener. Remove one metal end, and discard it. Leave the other in place. Wrap the entire can in plastic wrap, and freeze overnight. The next day, use the metal end to push the frozen paste out the open end....

Winter’s harsh elements can be taxing on our plants—even those we keep indoors. To prevent damaging (or worse, killing) your houseplants this season, we outlined the most commonly made mistakes to avoid, complete with insight from a garden expert. winter houseplants on sill Credit: Getty / Geshas Overwatering No matter the time of year, overwatering your plants can cause significant damage, including root rot. This, however, becomes particularly problematic in the winter....

dog at bbq Credit: Betsie Van Der Meer / Getty Images There are few things more tantalizing than the smell of a summer barbecue or cookout. This is especially true for your four-legged friends, who are sure to catch a whiff of every grilling and barbecue recipe on your menu. That being said, if there are going to be pups on your guest list, you’ll need to keep a few things in mind before sharing your food....

Baking swaps can be tricky, so it’s best to know the ins and outs of ingredients before making adjustments. If you’ve ever baked an olive oil cake and liked the results, you might want to explore other baking recipes where olive oil can be used, but is the swap a straightforward one? Maybe you want to use olive oil in place of butter in a favorite recipe for health reasons, or maybe you’re in a pinch and olive oil is all you have on hand....

diy-tools-of-the-trade-glass-center-pieces-144-mwd110941.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner THE TOOLS Craft paintBrushes HOW-TO Use any width of brush to paint a stroke onto a glass vessel. For ours, we swiped silvery paint at the top and bottom of vessels. diy-tools-of-the-trade-brush-stroke-240-comp-mwd110941.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner THE DETAILS Golden acrylic paint in Neutral Gray, from $6.25, and Liquitex acrylic paint in Iridescent Rich Gold, from $6.50; utrechtart.com. Escoda Prado Tame round brush, from $6, dickblick.com. ` Martha Stewart Weddings View All A Musical Festival and a Green Couch Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Garden Wedding in California 9 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2023, According to Wedding Planners and Event Designers 7 Wedding Dress and Accessory Trends Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know About in 2023 Princess Eugenie Is Pregnant With Her Second Child—and Is Due This Summer...

` 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 Saving our well-earned dollars has been instilled in us from the time we were young. And while Americans have historically struggled to save money, for a number of reasons, the pandemic may have changed things....

posidonia australis Credit: Courtesy of Rachel Austin posidonia australis Credit: Courtesy of Rachel Austin posidonia australis Credit: Courtesy of Rachel Austin posidonia australis Credit: Courtesy of Rachel Austin Whether you aim to care for your succulent or ZZ plant in your home, you likely have your own techniques to keep them thriving. Out in the world, there are plants that self sustain—and even grow tens of thousands feet long. That’s how long the Posidonia australis has grown to today....

After more than a year spent social distancing amid the coronavirus pandemic, our new normal is finally in sight—vaccinations are happening across the country, and the latest CDC guidelines say that gathering with other vaccinated family members and friends, or with one household of unvaccinated people at a time, is now considered safe. While larger gatherings are still tenuous, a family-focused Mother’s Day celebration is certainly in the cards this year....

Cleaning your toilet is a necessity, and while cleaning the bowl itself is pretty straightforward, you might be overlooking another key part of this restroom essential: the toilet tank. Your regular cleaning routine liking includes an exterior wipe down, but maintaining the inside of the tank is just as important to the long-term maintenance of the fixture. “While the water in the tank is usually clean, the metal parts can corrode and rust, and the interior of the tank can get discolored,” says Patty Stoffelen, a bath fixtures merchant for The Home Depot....

Yosemite Firefall at Sunset Credit: Getty Images / Heyengel Yosemite Firefall at Sunset Credit: Getty Images / Heyengel Yosemite Firefall at Sunset Credit: Getty Images / Heyengel Yosemite Firefall at Sunset Credit: Getty Images / Heyengel Mother nature works in mysterious and marvelous ways. One of the most stunning examples of her work is the Firefall light phenomenon that can be viewed at Yosemite Park in California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains....

Tackling a major garden overhaul can be overwhelming, especially when it involves transforming your landscape, style-wise. If you’re contemplating a garden makeover—for example, perhaps you want to groom your wildflower beds into something more manicured or English-inspired—bookmark this expert-approved step-by-step guide. colorful backyard garden Credit: L Feddes / Getty Images First things first: Establish a budget. Before you make a single decision, create a budget. “Gardening is one of those activities where the sky’s the limit when it comes to excitement and potential, so having a predetermined budget will help,” explains Chia-Ming Ro, the founder of Coastal Homestead....

Once upon a time, soy milk was the alt milk to drink, but negative claims dented its fame and its reputation ultimately went sour. Since then, other tasty (and less divisive) plant-based milks have entered the scene, further pushing soy milk to the wayside. Today, soy milk is still one of most confusing products in the food world. First it was good, then it was bad—so what’s the deal? As it turns out, it might be time to forget what you know about soy milk, as it’s one of the healthiest alt milks you can drink....

house copper cookware by sara dahmen Credit: Craig John Photography house copper cookware by sara dahmen Credit: Craig John Photography house copper cookware by sara dahmen Credit: Craig John Photography house copper cookware by sara dahmen Credit: Craig John Photography Looking for ways to become a more confident cook at home? Our food editors are here to help. Each week, we shine a spotlight on the exciting things happening in the Martha Stewart test kitchen....

greg loft's sesame bagel sammy Credit: Nico Schinco greg loft's sesame bagel sammy Credit: Nico Schinco greg loft’s sesame bagel sammy Credit: Nico Schinco greg loft’s sesame bagel sammy Credit: Nico Schinco Our food editors agree that an egg-and-cheese sandwich is a great reason to get out of bed, but they each have a version of the classic they swear by. Here, they share their go-to ways to combine cheese and egg in bread....

woman walking outside airport with luggage Credit: m-imagephotography / Getty Images woman walking outside airport with luggage Credit: m-imagephotography / Getty Images woman walking outside airport with luggage Credit: m-imagephotography / Getty Images woman walking outside airport with luggage Credit: m-imagephotography / Getty Images Believe it or not, it is already halfway through the year—and that means that fall is nearly here! While the summer is usually dedicated to traveling to your favorite destinations, autumn poses another perfect time to pack up and take off to see a new locale as the temperatures start to cool off and foliage covers landscapes....

border collie lying on couch under plaid indoors Credit: GETTY IMAGES border collie lying on couch under plaid indoors Credit: GETTY IMAGES border collie lying on couch under plaid indoors Credit: GETTY IMAGES border collie lying on couch under plaid indoors Credit: GETTY IMAGES From treats and daily walks to belly rubs and playtime, many pet owners go out of their way to ensure their four-legged friends are living their very best lives....

Spoon of herbes de Provence Credit: GETTY IMAGES Spoon of herbes de Provence Credit: GETTY IMAGES Spoon of herbes de Provence Credit: GETTY IMAGES Spoon of herbes de Provence Credit: GETTY IMAGES On This Page Herbs de Provence, Explained Traditional Uses Creative Uses Substitutions Making Your Own Blend Flavors and scents remind us of where we’ve been—and help us dream of where we want to go. Similarly, certain herbs and spices can help us adapt the most basic meals into creative dishes redolent of another place and time....

maple-walnut-cake-med107616.jpg maple-walnut-cake-med107616.jpg maple-walnut-cake-med107616.jpg maple-walnut-cake-med107616.jpg Thanksgiving may be one of the best things about late fall, and we’re not the only ones that take time to say thanks while feasting at this time of year. Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving on the second Monday of October, and their holiday is actually older than ours. Canadian Thanksgiving dates back to 1578 when an arctic explorer and his crew gave thanks for safe travels. Today, our two Thanksgivings happen in different months but are actually pretty similar when it comes to the menu....

5-backyard-engagement-party-0116.jpg Credit: Troy Grover Like weddings, engagement parties come in all forms. Sometimes they happen spontaneously on the night of the proposal and other times they’re carefully planned fêtes that take place at a swanky hotel. It all comes down to the couple-of-the-hour’s style. Which brings us to yours. Getting dressed for this particular party can be confusing, especially since this specific celebration is usually (but not always!) the most impromptu of the bunch-and can be as formal as a black-tie wedding or as laid-back as a family barbeque....