Dec 5, 2017
Decluttering Pays Holiday Dividends
If you haven’t done so already, do a quick decluttering around your home before you put up the Christmas tree and other holiday decorations. Each room in your home should take only one or two hours to declutter, according to Slow Your Home’s handy guide, and the rewards will be huge. Not only will you […]
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Dec 4, 2017
Declutter as You Decorate
The season is upon us! And in the process of digging out boxes of decorations to bedeck your home, you have likely discovered some clothing and household items — holiday-themed and not — that are no longer your style or too worn to use. Do yourself a favor, and set that junk aside for donation […]
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Nov 23, 2017
Make a Thanksgiving Side in Seconds
Due to their size and demands, many Thanksgiving feasts turn into potlucks; the host family provides the turkey and other core dishes, and guests bring the side dishes. Fortunately for the time-challenged chef, many home-cooked sides can take just 30 minutes or less, Southern Living says. Even a novice can whip up delectable dishes such […]
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Nov 22, 2017
Plate A Full Fall Feast in About 24 Hours
One more day until the big feast! Still haven’t gotten a start? The good news, says Kitchn blogger Faith Durand, is that you can do all of your shopping this morning and still have an incredible Thanksgiving dinner on the table tomorrow afternoon. Her suggested menu serves up to 10 people on a budget, and […]
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Nov 21, 2017
Generate a Thanksgiving Menu Fast
If you’re stuck for inspiration on what to cook for your Thanksgiving feast, don’t despair. The New York Times offers a handy menu generator that offers 16 recipes at a time based upon your party’s size, cooking experience, dietary restrictions, preference in level of tradition and most importantly, the time you have left to cook. […]
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