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6 Ways to Weatherize Your Home

By Lauren on November 29, 2025 Home, Seasonal

A changing of the seasons may mean adjustments to your routine and updates to your home decor, but it also brings maintenance and upgrade opportunities for homeowners. As temperatures shift and seasonal weather rolls in, weatherizing can help you conserve energy, save money and improve comfort all while protecting the exterior (and interior) of your home from the elements. (Family Features) This checklist from the door experts at Masonite, a global industry leader in interior and exterior doors and door systems, can help you keep the outdoors out. Have Heating and Cooling Systems Inspected Turn to the professionals to have your…

Repurposing Your Thanksgiving Turkey: Delicious Recipes for Leftovers

By Lauren on November 16, 2025 Food & Drink, Holiday

Thanksgiving often means an abundance of turkey leftovers. Rather than reheating the same meal repeatedly, let’s jazz things up! Repurposing your turkey leftovers can breathe new life into your post-Thanksgiving meals. Here are some quick and easy recipes that will make you excited about leftovers: 1. Turkey Pot Pie Ingredients: Leftover turkey, shredded Mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh) Pie crust (store-bought or homemade) Chicken or turkey broth Butter, flour, salt, pepper Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet, melt butter, add flour, and cook for a minute. Pour in broth and let it thicken. Add shredded turkey…

5 Tips to Keep Kids Healthy During the Holidays

By Lauren on November 14, 2025 Health & Wellness

As the year comes to a close, the weather gets colder and indoor festivities ramp up. Keeping children and their families healthy during the holidays should be a priority for everyone. (Family Features) “While gathering with friends and loved ones is an exciting and important part of the holiday season, staying healthy should still be on top of your ‘to-do’ list,” said Drs. Tress Goodwin and Joelle Simpson, KinderCare medical advisors. “Simple actions can be some of the most effective at keeping everyone healthy to ensure this season is a joyous one.” Consider these five tips from KinderCare’s medical experts…

Simplify Holiday Hosting from Start to Finish

By Lauren on November 6, 2025 Food and Dining, Holiday, Seasonal

Hosting a major holiday event is no small effort. It requires close attention to detail from planning, cooking and cleaning to entertaining guests on the big day. Fortunately, just like any good recipe, approaching your hosting duties one step at a time can allow you to create a magnificent final product. This Thanksgiving, the experts at Finish are helping hosts everywhere get organized, from the initial planning all the way through clean up, with the Ultimate Thanksgiving Timer. Created in partnership with Gaby Dalkin of “What’s Gaby Cooking,” it’s a personalized hosting timeline designed to help hosts stay on track…

5 Cozy Ways to Add Warmth to Cold-Weather Meals

By Lauren on November 2, 2025 Food & Drink

When the winds howl and the chill of changing seasons brings a crispness to the air, one way to warm up from the inside out is with favorite foods. Filling up on comforting recipes like hearty soups and stews can be the solution you need to fight off cold temperatures. Consider quick and easy ingredients that add a little warmth to your plate as the cravings for comfort kick in. Cheese family favorite in recipes year-round, ooey-gooey cheese is a hallmark of cool-weather recipes. Consider creamy mac and cheese mixed with your preferred protein, homemade Mexican cuisine topped with melted…

Celebrate National Pasta Day with Delectable Pasta Recipes

By Lauren on October 17, 2025 Pennysaver News

Today, October 17th is National Pasta Day and what better way to celebrate National Pasta Day than by indulging in some mouthwatering-pasta dishes? Pasta, a beloved comfort food, comes in countless shapes and sizes, making it incredibly versatile for various culinary creations. Whether you prefer creamy, spicy, or light and fresh flavors, there’s a pasta recipe to suit every palate. See below, some recipe ideas to crave all your pasta cravings! Classic Spaghetti Carbonara: Few pasta dishes are as iconic and comforting as Spaghetti Carbonara. This Roman classic combines simple ingredients – spaghetti, eggs, Pecorino Romano cheese, guanciale (or pancetta),…

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

By Lauren on October 12, 2025 Pennysaver News

Making a homemade pumpkin spice latte is a delightful autumn ritual that brings the cozy flavors of the season right into your kitchen! Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Ingredients: 2 cups brewed coffee 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 1 cup milk (your choice) 2 tbsp maple syrup 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice Whipped cream and cinnamon for garnish (optional) Instructions: In a saucepan, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, maple syrup, and pumpkin pie spice. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until it’s hot but not boiling. Divide the brewed coffee into two cups. Pour the pumpkin spice mixture over the…

Why Choose The Long Island Holiday Lighting Company to Decorate Your Home for Halloween

By Lauren on October 11, 2025 Holiday, Pennysaver News

Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to embrace the spirit of the season than by turning your home into a haunted masterpiece? While many homeowners go DIY, there are undeniable benefits to entrusting your Halloween decorations to the professionals. Here are some advantages of having The Long Island Holiday Lighting Company decorate your home for Halloween. From eerie elegance to stress-free spookiness, they’ve got you covered. Benefits of Professional Halloween Decorating: 1. Unleash Your Imagination: One of the greatest perks of hiring professionals is the freedom to dream big. The team at The Long Island Holiday…

5 Basic Steps for Sizzling Steak

By Lauren on August 20, 2025 Food & Drink

A sizzling steak is a surefire sound of summer, and the flavors achieved from one that’s perfectly grilled are hard to match. Before you fire up your grill, consider these five basics for cooking a chef-worthy steak: Prepare Your Cut Taste preferences (and prices) may differ among sirloins, ribeyes, T-bones and more, but the way you prepare steaks likely won’t change much from cut to cut. You’ll want to trim the thickness down to 1/2-1 inch for proper cooking, and setting the meat out ahead of time allows it to warm to room temperature before hitting the grill. Placing a…

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