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White Bean Chard Soup Prepare and freeze Big Batch White Bean Soup as directed. Thaw one portion of soup in refrigerator overnight. Transfer to a 4- to 5-qt. Dutch oven. Heat through over medium, stirring occasionally. Stir in 4 cups chopped, stemmed Swiss chard or kale; cook and stir until wilted. Top servings with 1/4 cup shredded smoked cheddar cheese. Makes 4 to 6 servings.Nutrition analysis per serving: 289 calories, 15 g protein, 43 g carbohydrate, 7 g total fat (2 g sat....

1 cup butter ¾ cup powdered sugar 1 ⅔ cup all-purpose flour ⅔ cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder or instant coffee crystals 4 teaspoon vanilla ¼ teaspoon salt cocoa powder

⅓ cup Dijon-style mustard ½ teaspoon curry powder To Grill:

Find a Muse When devising a decorating theme and color scheme, take inspiration from a specific time period; a vintage tablecloth, quilt, or wallpaper; or evocative artwork that reflects days gone by. Set color and motif parameters so you stay on task when shopping for vintage bedroom decor and to help you create backdrops that showcase your preferred palette and period furniture profiles. Paint walls a color pulled from (or that complements) your main fabric, or cover walls in period-apt wallpaper or white-painted beaded board....

With the techniques here, you not only extend the usefulness of a piece but also give it a custom look entirely your own. Get our helpful visible mending tutorials for patching clothing, adding appliqués, and darning socks. Learning how to use visible mending requires just a few inexpensive materials and basic embroidery stitches. Inspired by the Japanese art of Sashiko mending with visible stitches, these bold ideas will help you repair your clothes and linens in a truly beautiful way....

Most people know that Labor Day is a day set aside to show appreciation for the American labor force, but its roots are a lot deeper than that. It’s a holiday that recognizes the American workforce and honors the contributions of all laborers who have been instrumental to the success of our country. Labor Day commemorates the people who made our country what it is today. When Is Labor Day?...

Terrazzo is a popular choice for floors, walls, and accent pieces, like tables, backsplashes, and outdoor patio surfaces. It comes in multiple colors and designs, which can be purchased as ready-made tiles. If properly sealed for water resistance, it can be applied to any area of your home, including the bathroom and kitchen. There are many reasons to fall in love with terrazzo; it is durable, attractive, and affordable. Generally cheaper than granite and marble, it can be an eye-catching alternative that doesn’t break the bank....

This year, as you prep your Thanksgiving table with DIY napkin rings, pretty placemats, and your best serving platters, think about adding a cornucopia. It might just be the perfect centerpiece to represent your plentiful spread and gratitude. The History of the Cornucopia Cornucopias are nearly 2,700 years old. The word cornucopia stems from the Latin words cornu copiae, which translates to horn of abundance. Cornucopias were first depicted in Greek mythology around 700 B....

Until the past few years, jackfruit was not on our American radar. But now—perhaps in part because of our growing interest in plant-based diets and the increasing concern about the future global food supply—jackfruit is much more well-known (and easily available at well-stocked grocery stores) in the U.S. You can find it in several areas of a well-stocked grocery store—either in the produce section, canned goods, or the freezer aisle (more on that later)....

Know What Kind of Persimmon Tree You Have American and Oriental persimmons trees are both commonly grown for their fall fruit. American persimmons are native to southern and eastern regions of the United States. A valuable food for wildlife and host to several types of pollinators, American persimmons produce fruit the size of a plum. Significantly more cold hardy that Oriental persimmons, American persimmon trees can withstand low temperatures down to 20℉ below zero....

2 cup chopped peeled fresh beets 1 cup cider vinegar 1 tablespoon snipped fresh sage ⅔ cup maple syrup ½ teaspoon salt

¼ cup water 2 egg yolks 1 ⅔ cup Whole Grain Pancake Mix 2 egg whites