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Home & Garden > Home Interior Create a sanctuary in your bedroom: 3 of 80
Your bedroom can help you unwind, help comfort you, and help you relax at the end of the day. On the flip side, it can increase your anxiety and be a distraction. A few simple changes can help turn your bedroom into a sanctuary where you can relax at the end of a stress-filled day.The first step in creating a relaxing atmosph... More..
Food & Drink > Baking How to make homemade bread: 2 of 40
Few things are as comforting as the scent of bread baking in the oven. Many people are intimidated by the idea of making bread, especially yeast breads, but there are foolproof methods to help you out. The kneading process will be easier if you have a stand mixer, but it's not necessary. If you're looking for an added benefit... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: My great, true, personal garden story: 29 of 391
I grew up gardening with my mom and quickly learned the thrill of pulling a carrot out of the ground, rinsing it off with the garden hose, and eating it as a snack in the backyard. I also learned the frustration of trying to keep the little creatures of the neighborhood away from the food we worked so hard to grow. Each year... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking Meats How to brine meat: 1 of 13
On the first warm day of spring, many men and women eagerly fire up their grills and throw a few chicken breasts or pork chops over the coals. The smell of barbeque is in the air, and they are excited to sit down to their meal, only to discover the meat has completely dried out while cooking.There is an easy solution to help ... More..
Computers & Technology > Virus Protection & Maintenance Beware of this Facebook worm virus: 8 of 39
The Koobface virus is currently making the rounds on Facebook. Back in August, it made an appearance on MySpace but was dealt with rather quickly through security measures. Social networking sites are a popular target for viruses due to many users not being computer-savvy and/or the sense of trust that is instilled because yo... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Driving in snow, ice and rain: 9 of 33
Living in the Midwest, I've experienced all sorts of inclement weather: snow, ice, sleet, heavy rain and flooding. Growing up the child of a driver's education teacher, I had no choice but to learn a thing or two about how to drive in these conditions. One of the most important steps to being able to drive in any kind of weat... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > New Year's How to make healthy (and successful) New Year's resolutions: 31 of 89
2009 is fast approaching, and with it a flurry of New Year's Resolutions. For many people, this often means a gym membership, dieting, and a renewed commitment to weight loss. Most find it difficult to stick with these resolutions long term. This year, instead of setting yourself up for failure, why not set yourself up for su... More..
Food & Drink > Breads, Grains, Pasta & Rice How to make pizza dough: 15 of 33
Pizza may possibly be the perfect food. Children and adults both love it, and it can be served in a variety of ways that cover most food groups: bread, dairy, vegetables, meats, and even fruit.The Italians believe that good pizza is all about the crust. There should not be an overabundance of toppings, because that would detr... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) How to prepare fondue: 7 of 15
Fondue is a great option for a party because most of the preparations can be done ahead of time, leaving you and your guests time to enjoy the party while the food cooks in front of you. Fondue can also make a cozy evening for two. For a dinner party, you may opt to have a fondue party and serve cheese fondue, a main course o... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking Fruits & Vegetables How to caramelize onions: 14 of 29
Onions have a bad reputation: they make some people cry, and they give others heartburn. The crying part is often solved by refrigerating the onion before cutting it, and caramelizing the onion brings out the natural sugars and makes it easier to digest.But how do you caramelize an onion? The process is easier than it sounds,... More..