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The whole thing comes together in one pot and is ready in just 30 minutes. If you’re a fan of Tex-Mex flavors and are on the hunt for a new family dinner everyone will love, stop scrolling. This dish is basically spaghetti jazzed up with taco seasoning and classic Tex-Mex ingredients, like Rotel tomatoes and bell peppers. It’s mild enough for kids and super easy to modify. So if you like things spicy, throw in some jalapeños, and you’re good to go!...

Preparation Have you ever visited New York City, Montreal, or Toronto’s Maman? Their nutty chocolate chip cookie is one of the best treats we’ve ever tasted, and the good new is that we’ll soon be able to make it from scratch at home: Elisa Marshall, co-founder of Maman, wants those who pick up the highly anticipated Maman the Cookbook ($26.99 amazon.com) to experiment, creating her recipes with their own twists—that means if you choose to make Maman’s chocolate chip cookie, Marshall invites you to swap the macadamia nuts for extra walnuts or add in some cacao flavor, following the customization ideas she outlines along the way....

Just click on the recipe title to reach the printable recipe. Candy Cane Coffee Cake: This one isn’t as difficult as it may seem. I made this one several years ago and brought it to a Christmas brunch, where it was a big hit. Overnight Eggnog Coffee Cake with Nog Glaze: I made this one Christmas… just to make it… cause we love egg nog. It’s good. Gingerbread Cinnamon Roll Pancakes: If you like my Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, you’ll probably like these too- the holiday version....

Preparation When you look into the night sky, you typically see the moon and a handful of stars shining brightly, but rarely do you catch a glimpse of the planets. Over the next few weeks, however, that is slated to change. According to a report by CBS Boston, five planets—Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn—will be visible from Earth without a telescope this week. It’s the first time in 18 years that this many planets will be visible to the naked eye....

Preparation Here’s a silver lining from the past year and a half: the realization that embracing your natural color can be totally liberating. Growing out your hair smoothly and (yes!) subtly, however, requires some help—which is exactly why we tapped a few experts. Their first tip? Add texture. “Heavily layered cuts can soften the contrast between different shades,” says Chicago hairstylist Leigh Hardges. Waves and curls also help disguise new growth....

Preparation If you’ve been snubbing carnations in your gardens, containers, and fresh-cut arrangements because of their reputation as an ordinary bargain bloom, you’ve missed out. “The first thing that comes to mind for a lot of folks when they hear carnations is a generic flower that you always see from the store,” says Chris Link of Plant Addicts. “But carnations are the second most popular cut flower—behind the rose—in the world for a reason: The plants are easy to care for, produce a lot of flowers, the flowers are quite beautiful—especially if left natural—and the flowers have a very strong and spicy fragrance....

Preparation While there are likely a few topics you could talk about for hours—like your job or a favorite hobby—it’s important to constantly add new factoids to your arsenal of knowledge. “We all know that it is important to exercise the body, but very little do we talk about the benefits of exercising the mind,” says Frank Elaridi, a wellness coach, the co-founder of Modern Nirvana Conference, and co-author of the Modern Nirvana Oracle Deck ($24....

From detailed instructions to helpful tips, here’s everything you need to know about reheating pizza in an air fryer. I have no qualms about cold pizza. But it’s nothing compared to a reheated slice, where the crust has regained its crispy-soft texture, and the cheese has re-melted into ooey-gooey perfection. There are a few disadvantages, though, depending on the method you use. The oven takes forever, while the microwave doesn’t heat it evenly....

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8 Mahi-Mahi steaks fresh rosemary sprigs 2 cups fresh blueberries 2 cups fresh raspberries 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped 1 tbsp shallots, chopped ⅓ cup white wine vinegar ⅓ cup sugar ¼ cup white wine Place fresh rosemary on mahi-mahi steaks and grill over medium-high heat for 5 to 8 minutes per side or until firm-tender. Combine remaining ingredients and serve over fish. The Skinny: Use your favorite sugar substitute. If you cannot tolerate white wine, substitute an equal measure of apple cider....

2 garlic heads, medium 2 tsp olive oil 2½ lb red potatoes, unpeeled, diced into quarters (or sixths if larger) salt and freshly ground black pepper ½ cup milk, (anything but skim) ¼ cup heavy cream ¼ cup butter, diced into 1 tbsp pieces, plus more for serving fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional) Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut the garlic heads about ½-inch from the top to expose the cloves....

1 ½ cups ripe olives, chopped coarsely 3 tbsp honey ⅓ cup white wine vinegar ⅓ cup salad oil 1 tsp rosemary, crumbled ½ tsp basil, crumbled ¼ tsp black pepper 2 Romaine lettuce, small, heads ½ cup silvered almonds, toasted ½ red onion, medium, thinly sliced 3 oranges, peeled and cut in segments Combine olives, honey, vinegar, oil, rosemary, basil and pepper in a small bowl. Stir well to blend....

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Preparation Your hydrangeas’ season-long bloom time often depends upon which varieties you have planted in your yard, says Stacey Hirvela, a horticulturist with Proven Winners ColorChoice Shrubs. Some, like panicle and smooth hydrangeas, remain beautiful long after the flowers fade. The former, for example, will transform from white or green to various shades of red and pink, putting on a right up until the first frost of autumn. Smooth hydrangeas, on the other hand, can transform from white or pink to a vibrant green, enduring after the temperature drops....

You can find bottled sauces in stores that claim to be a “magic sauce”. But I am so confident that Spanish Romesco Sauce is THE ultimate magic sauce that I’m willing to put a bet on it. If someone can show me a sauce / dip that is tastier and more versatile, then….hmm….what’s a good punishment for me? I know! I’ll be VEGAN for a month. No meat, no eggs, no dairy and…....

Preparation Since the maid of honor is busy taking care of the bride on the wedding day, it’s only fitting that the best man be available to help the groom. Here, a couple of big-day tasks that the groom’s right hand man should plan to take care of, as well as a few ways he can ensure the entire day runs smoothly. If he’s got the jitters hours before the wedding, do something with him that’ll make him relax....

Preparation You’ve probably seen them in the produce section of your grocery store, along with yellow onions, red onions, and others—but, what sets Vidalia onions apart? They have a “distinct sweet and crisp taste and are a favorite among chefs because of their versatility,” says Cliff Riner, chairman of the Vidalia Onion Committee, a growers group. We spoke to experts to learn everything you need to know about the vegetable, from what it looks like to how to store and cook with it....

Preparation We often get asked about gluten-free baking substitutions, and though there is no one-size-fits-all answer, we do have plenty of tips that will help you create delicious gluten-free versions of the baked goods you love: cookies, cakes, breads, and more. Here, we’re sharing our best advice for navigating the possible pitfalls associated with making gluten-free substitutions in your own recipes as well as offer tips that will help you to know when it’s better to find a tried-and-true gluten-free recipe to bake instead....

Shopping for my dad isn’t always easy. And I’m guessing you’ve been there too. There are only so many #1 Dad gifts you can give, and I’m pretty sure mine has them all. However, there’s one thing my dad is always excited about, and that’s cupcakes. The great thing about cupcakes is you can make them completely from scratch or throw them together from a box. Either way, dad doesn’t care, as long as he gets sweets!...