1 cup warm water (105°F to 110°F) 1 tablespoon honey 1 package active dry yeast 2 ½ cup all-purpose flour ¼ cup whole wheat or all-purpose flour ¾ teaspoon salt 3 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour Olive oil *Tip: For longer storage, transfer pizza dough crusts to 2-gallon freezer bags. Seal bags and freeze for up to 1 month. Do not thaw before using.
According to Whitney Thornburg, design director at Coyuchi, one of the most important factors to look for in a bath towel is its absorbency. “If a towel doesn’t dry you off post shower, it’s not doing its job,” Thornburg says. “Many companies add chemical softeners to towels to give it a super soft feel, but that can reduce the towel’s absorbency. A great way to check this is to spill a bit of water onto your towel....
Unlike the sleeper sofas from 40 years ago, today’s sleeper sofas are as stylish and versatile as your home. From incredibly sleek modern sofa sleepers to traditional upholstered sofas, there is a multitude of sleeper sofa bed types available. To help wade through all the options, we researched various styles, including pull-out sofa sleepers, fold-down sofa sleepers, and sofa sleepers that rotate or flip to create a bed. We also consulted interior designer Liz Woods of Liz Hand Woods Associates to learn more about what features to consider when purchasing the best sofa sleeper, including dimensions, materials, mattress size, and weight capacity....
Enter border plants for landscaping edges. Position these alongside edging materials to soften the look, or use lower-growing plants on their own to outline different areas of your garden. As the frontline of your flowerbeds, edging plants need to look good no matter the season or the growing conditions, unfurling new flowers and foliage from spring to fall. Bonus points go to colorful border plants that enhance the winter landscape as well....
Right now, you can shop huge deals on mattresses from brands like Casper and Purple up to $400 off. A quick and easy way to upgrade your bedding is with new sheets and pillows like this Brooklinen sheet set over 12,000 shoppers (including myself) love up for 20% off or this best-selling pillow set several shoppers say feels like a cloud for only $31. There are also a ton of cozy blankets to keep you toasty through winter, like this reversible electric throw blanket for 46% off and a weighted blanket for only $38....
To further narrow down the search, we’ve curated a list of editor-favorite furniture deals to spruce up your space, including deals on chic coffee tables, foam mattresses, dining chair sets, patio furniture, writing desks, and more. Best Prime Early Access Living Room Furniture Deals The living room is the centerpiece of the home, so there’s no better place to start if you’re looking to give your space a revamp. The Sauder International Lux Collection Round Coffee Table—now just $96—adds an elevated look to any space thanks to its heavy tempered glass and satin gold trim....
To help you choose the best above-ground pool for your outdoor space, we researched a variety of picks, keeping in mind each model’s size, material, and water capacity. We also consulted Malina Breaux, president of Blackthorne Pools & Spas. Our overall pick for the best above-ground pool is the soft-sided Intex Ultra XTR Frame Above Ground Pool. The pool is made for the long haul, with the strongest vinyl the company offers and a two-year warranty....
To find out what to look for when shopping for the best hot tub for home use, we spoke to Eddie Karr, the CEO at Bellareed Luxury Pools, and Karen Larson, the Co-Founder of Soake Pools. “When choosing a hot tub, one should consider the experience they prefer,” says Larson. “Some hot tubs have lots of jets and bubbles and offer a ‘sit down’ experience.” According to Karr, the size of the hot tub is one of the main factors to consider, as well as the number and type of jets and their placement....
What Is Heavy Cream, Exactly? Heavy cream is the high-fat portion of cow’s milk that rises to the top, which is a result of its fat content. From there, the cream is skimmed off to create low-fat and fat-free milk. For whole milk, the cream is mixed right in. Once skimmed and separated from the lower-fat milk, the decadent heavy cream has about 36% to 40% milk fat. If you’re wondering what to substitute for heavy cream to fit a lactose-free or vegan lifestyle, or you simply realize you’ve run out halfway through a recipe, here are some substitutions....
Suggested paint colors: Whale Gray 2134-40, Benjamin Moore Icicle SW 6238, Sherwin-Williams School House White No. 291, Farrow & Ball Art and Craft DET682, Dunn-Edwards Thickened Cream M290-1, Behr Suggested paint colors: Card Room Green No. 79, Farrow & Ball Four Leaf Clover 573, Benjamin Moore Houseplant SW 6727, Sherwin-Williams Azalea Leaf S400-4, Behr Emerald City PPG13-32, PPG Suggested paint colors: Wall Street CSP-20, Benjamin Moore Fall Chill PPG1003-1, PPG Seize the Gray, Clare Light French Gray SW 0055, Sherwin-Williams Silver Drop 790C-2, Behr...
Plant Name: Physostegia virginiana Growing Conditions: Full sun or part shade and moist soil Size: To 4 feet tall and wide Grow it With: Black-eyed Susans for a stunning contrast in color and texture. Both bloom like crazy in late summer and into fall. Zones: 4-8 Plant Name: Ajuga reptans Growing Conditions: Shade and moist, well-drained soil Size: To 6 inches tall and 3 feet wide Grow it With: Japanese painted fern; varieties such as ‘Burgundy Glow’ complement the colors perfectly for a professionally designed look....
What Is Irish Butter? “Irish Butter is imported from Ireland and made from milk produced by primarily grass-fed cows,” Blanchard says. The beta carotene in the grass the cows feed on makes the butter richer in color and flavor, she adds. Grass-fed cows produce milk with more omega-3s and other healthy fats than their conventionally-fed counterparts, a study in the journal PLOS ONE found. Irish Butter Vs. Regular Butter Here’s a breakdown of the other varieties of butter you might see on your next grocery store trip....
Test Garden Tip: Avoid placing the lights all in a straight line, which creates a runway effect. Test Garden Tip: Make sure you position spotlights to focus their beams away from windows or neighbors.
Better Homes & Gardens readers are doers. This year was BHG’s centennial anniversary, so we have 100 years of magazines and reader letters and emails to prove it. Tackling DIY ideas, hosting, home organization, and lawn care are just some examples of the projects you’ve conquered. The top pieces BHG readers clicked on most (so far) this year backs this up. Getting things in the home clean and tidy was top of mind along with keeping your nutritional health and garden thriving....
With an extensive range of colors, textures, and styles and new trends in carpeting, there’s a carpet type to suit every decor. With so many options to choose from, though, it can be difficult to know where to start when carpet shopping. Here’s what you need to know about carpeting and carpet types to take a smooth step in the right direction. Must-Know Carpet Terms Start learning about different carpet options by becoming familiar with key vocabulary....
