Ripe avocados are a nutritional powerhouse loaded with heart-healthy monosaturated fats and vitamins and minerals such as vitamins A, D, E, and magnesium. To reap the benefits avocados have to offer while at their peak ripeness, use these tips when freezing avocados. How to Freeze Avocados in Halves or Quarters Before you start, ensure you’re washing your hands for 20 seconds, as the USDA recommends. Editor’s tip: If you have a vacuum sealer ($60, Sur La Table), this would be a great way to seal those avocados before freezing....

When to Plant Garlic Garlic is best planted in the fall and harvested the following summer. Ideally, get the cloves in the ground around the same time you would be planting spring-blooming bulbs such as tulips and daffodils. The ideal time to plant garlic is right after your area’s first frost, which may happen anywhere from late September to late October in northern regions and as late as December or January in southern areas)....

There are special tricks for hanging Christmas wreaths outside and throughout your home, and we have a few no-fail secrets to help you hang your wreath damage-free! We’ll walk you through each method so you can choose the one that’s right for your space. And if you’ve not yet picked out the perfect Christmas wreath yet, check out our creative Christmas wreath ideas to upgrade your classic evergreen decoration....

How to Hang Curtains: Once you’ve decided which room to start in, if you’re hanging curtains in multiple rooms—Ian Gibbs, Chief Creative Officer of The Shade Store suggests starting with the bedroom to ensure privacy and a good night’s sleep—follow these instructions on how to hang curtains. The general rule of thumb is to opt for drapes that are at least two times the width of the window, says New York City designer Elaine Griffin, so be sure to take measurements before you purchase curtains....

What Is Barbiecore? If you ever owned the Barbie dream house, you definitely get the vibe—fun, ultrafeminine, and loaded with bright pink hues. (Elle Woods from Legally Blonde could be another source of design inspo.) While trend design firm WGSN has been credited with suggesting a Barbie-ish hue, orchid flower, as a potential hot color for 2022 alllllll the way back in 2020, others suggest that Greta Gerwig’s upcoming Barbie movie (and the viral shots of Margot Robbie as Barbie and Ryan Reynolds channeling his best Ken) as revving up the interest in all things pink....

“When I saw the BHG 2023 Color of the Year, I instantly thought of how amazing it would look in their room with the mural,” Nicole says. “The color Canyon Ridge reminded me of a sunset we saw while hiking the canyons in Utah. So I thought let’s use this to paint their ceiling and include a literal sun element with the sunburst around their ceiling light.” Here’s how Nicole created a ceiling sunburst in her kids’ room using inexpensive trim pieces from the hardware store....

What You Need and How to Start Metal-frame patio chair with mesh seating removedTailor’s tape measureVelcro Industrial Strength Tape2-inch heavyweight polypropylene webbingEight clampsLighterSpeedy Stitcher sewing awlSpeedy Stitcher coarse waxed thread To determine the amount of webbing needed, wrap a tape measure horizontally around the seat back to calculate the horizontal circumference. Measure the height of the seat back and the length of the seat, add together, and divide by two. Multiply that number by the horizontal circumference to determine how much webbing in inches the horizontal layers will require....

A tottin, a tater tot muffin hybrid, was created by the grocery store itself (as far as we can tell). Though mixing eggs and tater tots isn’t new (we first tried it out in this Potato Tot Breakfast Casserole), the idea of adding tots to our muffin tin frittatas certainly is. Inspired, we created our own recipe, complete with frittata fixings. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making tottins, with suggestions for a Greek-style version:...

Eucalyptus gives off a refreshing scent that can both calm you and open your breathing, while adding a natural touch to your bathroom. When combined with the steam and heat from your shower, the essential oils in the leaves release into the air, delivering a refreshing pine-like fragrance and powerful aromatherapy benefits. Research shows that eucalyptus can help boost your immune system, relieve pain, and reduce inflammation, making it a favorite for those suffering from congestion due to colds or allergies....

Step 1: Coat the Chicken with Liquid For tender, richly flavored chicken, use buttermilk for your coating. (You can also use regular milk or eggs if that’s what you have on hand.) In a resealable plastic bag placed in a bowl, combine buttermilk, coarse salt, and sugar. Cut chicken breasts in half crosswise. Add chicken pieces to the buttermilk mixture; seal bag. Chill 2 to 4 hours. Drain and discard buttermilk mixture from chicken; pat chicken dry with paper towels....

But what exactly does it mean to eat for immunity? We tapped Brigid Titgemeier, MS, RDN, LD, IFNCP, founder of Being Brigid Functional Nutrition, for an explanation of how to build balanced, nutritious, and tasty meals to set yourself up for a lifetime of immune health. The Importance of Diet for Immunity Titgemeier says there are two main steps to follow to decrease the risk of contracting disease right now, as well as throughout the year: limiting exposure to infection and supporting your own immune system to increase your personal resiliency and ability to fight off disease....

Unlike their fussier cousin, crepes, mastering how to make pancakes from scratch is a cinch. Start with our Classic Buttermilk Pancake recipe, stir in our tips along the way, and you’ll have a reason to boast at the breakfast table. We’re also dishing about flavor variations and mix-in options for the ultimate flapjack. So tie your apron on and learn how to make homemade pancakes. How to Make Pancakes Step-By-Step It doesn’t take more than a few pantry staples to make pancakes....

As its name suggests, this savory dish takes more than half a day to make. This sounds intense, but the viral 15-hour potato is pretty easy to prepare, and there’s very little work involved. The recipe for this carb-loaded creation was first shared by British cookbook author Poppy O’Toole, who goes by @poppycooks on TikTok. How to Cook TikTok’s 15-Hour Potato The key to the 15-hour potato is thin, compact slices and plenty of resting time in the refrigerator....

“Finances are often ranked as the top source of stress for Americans,” says Ken Lin, founder and CEO of Credit Karma. “Financial distress—especially due to debt—can seriously impact how confident people feel about their financial well-being, but it doesn’t have to.” Financial wellness is all about establishing overall financial health and learning how to successfully manage your finances. Doing so means you’re well prepared for economic challenges, of course, but practicing financial wellness can also have positive mental health benefits, including boosted self-confidence....

The same should be true when it comes to measuring our ring sizes before ordering from the best jewelry stores or hinting to a partner about gorgeous engagement rings you’ve had your eye on. The Proper Fit According to New York City’s Catbird, a popular fine jewelry store in Brooklyn, “Your ring should fit your finger comfortably—snug enough so that it will not fall off, but loose enough to slide over your knuckle with some resistance....

When styled, open shelving can serve as a pretty display for decor in your kitchen. But if you’re short on space, they can also be put to use for storage. Fortunately, it’s possible to have the best of both worlds when it comes to the heart of the home. Explore the following tips to learn how to store more on open shelving and make it look good, too. 1. Sneak in Storage on the Side of a Cabinet This open shelving solution works on the side of cabinetry or on a kitchen island....

Accent Wall Tips and Tricks Ready to dive in? Strengthen your accent wall game with these how-to tips. Choose your perfect accent color. Since an accent wall is often the focal point of the room, select color wisely. “I tend to work with accent colors that are within the same color palette as the space,” says interior designer Abbe Fenimore. “That way, the space has depth, looks cohesive, and is tactfully layered....

Oh, we know. Painting your own art sounds way too intimidating, particularly for people who don’t consider themselves artistically inclined. But painting your own cohesive gallery wall actually isn’t as hard as you might think. Sure, you probably won’t be composing the Mona Lisa anytime soon, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t create something beautiful and special for your home. Read on to learn more tips and tricks for painting your own gallery wall art....

With help from an expert, we’ve compiled a cheat sheet to help you store your outdoor furniture for the winter, as well as some pre- and post-season tips. Why Winterize Outdoor Furniture? Taking care of your furniture in the off season helps extend its life and, therefore, your wallet. You’ll also save yourself time in the long run because there won’t be as much damage control you need to do in the springtime....

How to Take Care of Your Candles Ensure Your Candle Burns Evenly When you light a candle for the first time, let it burn for a while. You want to ensure the entire surface of the candle melts before you put it out. If you don’t, your candle could end up with a rim of solid wax that never ends up melting. (This is called tunneling, and you’ve probably seen it happen....