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Best Fall Dessert Recipes

By Carlos on October 14, 2020 Food & Drink

Get ready to fall in love with these amazing seasonal dessert recipes. These sweet treats capture the spicy, smoky and sweet flavors of autumn. From apple crisp to pumpkin cheesecake bars, you’re sure to wow your guests this year with these recipes. Nice Spice Ginger Cookies Like sweets with a bite to them? These soft ginger cookies offer a nice zesty sweetness. Prep Time: 15 min Bake Time: 10 min Makes 2 dozen cookies. Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 egg 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup molasses 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp ground ginger 1…

How to Take Care of Fall Mums

By Carlos on October 13, 2020 Outdoor

When it comes to seasonal plants, mums are a fall staple. Mums come in a variety of shapes and colors, making it easy to add distinctive flair and style to your home garden this season. Below are several ways you can take care of your mums this autumn. Repotting If you have a potted mum, look at the root system of your plant. If it’s been a while since you last re-potted your mom, you will want to transfer it to a bigger container so the root can expand, rather than compact and cut off nutrients. This will revitalize your…

Money Saving Tips for National Savings Day

By Carlos on October 12, 2020 Frugal Friday

National Savings Day is a time when you can take charge of your finances and determine how you can save money. Most of us save something on a regular basis. We collect sentimental items and store numbers and addresses on our phones. Transferring the concept of saving to your paycheck is a great way to empower yourself and give you more confidence about your relationship with money. Month-to-Month Savings/Earnings Plan The paycheck to paycheck cycle is easy to fall into. For some, it may be the only one they can manage for a period of time. However, you should not…

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month Prevention Tips

By Carlos on October 11, 2020 Health & Wellness

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month provides education and awareness about breast cancer, risk factors, and ways to prevent the disease. Below are some breast cancer prevention tips that could save your life. Examine Yourself Checking youself regularly for lumps is an important step in early detection and prevention of breast cancer. Examine your breasts and around the armpits for any lumps. Do this once a month, a few days after your periods. Make an appointment to see your doctor if you notice anything unusual. Genetic Testing Genetic testing can detect mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes or other cancerous…

Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Toilet

By Carlos on October 10, 2020 Home

The toilet is an important part of any bathroom. While you probably don’t give it much thought, having a toilet that is not running or working properly can be a real hassle. Unfortunately, toilets aren’t built to last forever and should be changed from time to time. Knowing the signs of when it’s time to replace a toilet will help your bathroom function properly. It’s Leaking If the toilet is constantly leaking, it may need to be replaced. Leaking from the tank is one thing, but many older toilets start leaking from underneath every single time the toilet is flushed.…

Best Pierogi Recipes

By Carlos on October 8, 2020 Food & Drink

Pierogies are a classic Polish dish that’s comforting and versatile. These dough pillows are boiled and fried in butter with onions or served with butter and sour cream. These can be filled with fruits, farmer’s cheese, mushrooms, sauerkraut and other endless options. We have compiled some of the best pierogi recipes here for you. When are they made? These are traditionally made for Christmas. However, you can make them to celebrate any occasion. Pierogies are best made with family members and friends as many hands lighten the work load. What are the various accompaniments? Melted butter, sour cream and onions…

Recipes for Great-Tasting German Food

By Carlos on October 6, 2020 Food & Drink

Developing an affinity for great tasting German food begins with learning how to choose the ingredients that are part of traditional German recipes. There are comfort food recipes that will help you make a German dinner to remember. Einz Zwei Drei When you are in a hurry at lunchtime and hanker for a German sandwich (belegte Brote), keep a few of these ingredients handy. . Bratwurst, knackwurst or leberwurst . Sauerkraut . German mustard . Thinly sliced onion . German rye or sourdough rye bread Directions: • Slice bread about 3/4 inches thick. (You can use one slice or two,…

The Benefits of Eating Super Foods

By Carlos on October 5, 2020 Food & Drink

Super foods are rich in nutrition and should be a part of your every day diet. They are packed with minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants that can decrease your chances of having a stroke or getting diagnosed with cancer or a heart disease. Super foods also have the ability to improve your immune system and decrease inflammation and can help you maintain a healthy complexion while strengthening your hair and nails. Here is a look at some super foods you should add to your diet. Berries Berries have high levels of flavonoids in them that can help lower the risk of…

Best Recipes for National Taco Day

By Carlos on October 4, 2020 Food & Drink

Tacos are a delicious and simple to prepare, it’s a playful meal that your family can partake in making. Bring the flavors of Mexico into your home with these simple and easy tips for National Taco Day. Shopping Essentials Toppings Purchase toppings used to decorate your tacos including lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, limes and jalapeños. Taco Shells Choose any type of taco shell, including flour tortillas, corn tortillas, and pre-made or hard taco shells. Taco Filling Select the filling for the tacos. There is a variety of meat to choose from: chicken, ground beef, fish, shrimp,…

Awesome Autumn Decorating Ideas

By Carlos on October 3, 2020 Seasonal

Are you ready to embrace fall and make your home coordinate with the coming season? Check out some of the fun decorating ideas for autumn that will transform your home. Use Pedestals If you love baking and sharing baked goods with others, you probably have a few cake stands tucked away in your cabinet. Autumn is the perfect time to get those stands out and create a display that visitors will love. White stands and pedestals are great because white puts the focus on your decorations, but you might want to go with black stands when creating a Halloween display.…

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