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⅓ cup bottled balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing ¼ teaspoon poppy seed ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Vivian Howard earned a Bachelor of Arts in English language from North Carolina State University and went on to train at The Institute of Culinary Arts. After graduation, she interned at wd~50 and became a chef de partie at Spice Market in New York City.

2 tablespoon butter 1 cup chopped onion 3 shallots (about 2/3 cup) 1 teaspoon snipped fresh thyme (or 1/4 tsp. dried thyme crushed) 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 14 ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce ⅛ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper

2 corn tortillas ⅛ teaspoon paprika ⅛ teaspoon chili powder

Nonprofits are looking to apps to try to tackle these two issues by creating easy ways to get food that would otherwise go to waste for those who need it. You can become a “food rescuer” thanks to apps that connect you to local grocery stores, restaurants, and even other people who have leftover food to spare. In general, it works like this: If a bakery has 100 unsold bagels that would be thrown out at the closing time, they can add the bagels to a food rescue app....

Glittery Minnie Nayane Capistrano might be the most-viewed tsunami cake video artist in the trend so far. Take this adorable Minnie Mouse cake, for example. The classic Disney character’s skirt flows to life in its red (and glitter-filled!) glory complete with pearly-white sprinkles for the signature polka dots. Cookies and Cream Dreams San Diego baker Miranda Guiles of Mirami’s Cakes & Cookies says she’s “obsessed” with the tsunami cake trend. “There’s something so satisfying about watching the whipped topping drip down,” she says....

Despite being vastly outnumbered, the Maccabees managed to recapture the Holy Temple, the premier site of ancient Judaism, from their oppressors. Hanukkah translates to ‘dedication’ in Hebrew—the holiday pays tribute to the dedication of a group of Jews who believed fervently in their right to religious freedom. Also known as the “Festival of Lights,” Hanukkah celebrates the miracle that occurred when the Maccabees reclaimed the Temple. The sanctuary was a shambles, torn apart by the Hellenic forces....

Light shades of brown, such as tan and taupe, set the scene for a calm, serene space, and add natural warmth that pairs well with whites as well as more vibrant colors. Dark browns add moodiness and sophisticated drama to a room. Dark brown delivers high-end saturated color to instantly elevate a space, giving it character and creating a backdrop that showcases furniture and decor. Which Colors Make Brown? When it comes to the color brown, there are countless shades, from light, sandy beige to dark mahogany....

If you’re not familiar with cultural appropriation, it can be hard to know what’s okay and what’s not. But not to worry—we did the research to help you make an informed decision about what to be for Halloween. What Is Cultural Appropriation? To learn about cultural appropriation, we chatted with anthropologist and archaeologist Krissy Hadick, who works in Native American consultation. A big part of her job is advocating for Native American tribes to make sure their culture is respected and protected....

4 ounce vanilla-flavor candy coating 8 rolled sugar ice cream cones White edible glitter, jimmies, nonpareils, flaked coconut, and/or other sprinkles Champagne Butter Frosting 6 tablespoon butter, softened 1 pound powdered sugar (4 cups) 4 tablespoon champagne or milk 1 teaspoon vanilla Champagne or milk

White walls let you expand your inner creative, allowing for flexibility and variety. Ready to get inspired? Read on and check out these awesome products! 12 Light Pendant from Monaco Highly polished chrome spheres with shimmering crystals allow light to dance through the finely crafted fixtures of the Monaco lamp. This lamp will create a shimmery ambiance, giving character to the light and texture of your white walls. Many sizes and shapes are available to suit different applications....

Although it’s possible to build a soffit with a depth that matches the cabinets, that design route multiplies the degree of difficulty for the cabinet installer. Making the soffit 1-1/2 inches deeper than the cabinets disguises minor cabinet alignment discrepancies and also permits the installation of a small molding strip. When designing a soffit, allow for an overhang at the exposed ends of soffit runs. Also be sure to allow for the thickness of the drywall on the front and bottom....

Selecting Cheese Find the perfect cheese for any recipe or cheese tray with this handy cheese guide with info for cheese-lovers of any skill level. Fresh Cheeses These soft and rindless types of cheese are crafted within a day and are meant to be enjoyed soon after they’re made. Some of the different cheeses in this category include: Chèvre: This soft, mildly tangy goat cheese is great for serving over salads or as part of a cheese board....

OfferUp, a mobile resale marketplace, shared its suggestions for the top area or item to declutter based on your zodiac sign, relating the results to attributes associated with the astrological signs. Instead of trying to tackle every room in your home at once, focus on these small decluttering goals that you can check off your list in an hour or two. Find your sign below and get to work....