The interior designer enlisted the help of a pro for a total rehaul of her garden beds. Here’s how they turned the empty space into a future oasis. She simply mixes equal parts sand, topsoil, andcompostto help her plants and produce thrive. Credit:Studio McGee Plus, shell always have something to harvest. Perennial herbs can also help tokeep pests awayso no more worrying about pesticides lingering in your homegrown veggies. McGee and Burke planted herbs like sage, rosemary, lavender, thyme, and oregano....

Shake Shack has partnered with Bearaby to serve up a cozy menu addition. Shake Shack It’s nearly impossible to resist a goodfrench fry. This snuggle-worthy homage to everyones favorite potato dish takesdopamine decorto perhaps its ultimate expression. Credit:Shake Shack But the Crinkle Cut Cuddler doesnt just look adorable enough to eat. Along withweighted blankets, Bearaby makes weighted pillows, heated wraps, sleep masks, and weighted plushies. You wont regret it. Its available only onbearaby....

In the East household, wings are the MVP of the snack spread for the Big Game. Courtesy of Shawn Johnson / Target Shawn Johnson East loves to host and entertain. This year, she says theres one essential item on the menu:chicken wings. Credit:Courtesy of Shawn Johnson / Target Which is perfect for Target, because they have all of it. Here are her picks for the ultimate wing spread: Classic Chicken Wing Basket Credit:Courtesy of Shawn Johnson / Target

Studio McGee We thinkShea McGee can do it alland she keeps proving us right. And recently, she moved into the food space with a new YouTube cooking series. “So this is going to be a food journey. Credit:Studio McGee We are going to share everything from weeknight meals to Sunday dinners and desserts. Sometimes it will be just me, and sometimes we will have a guest in my kitchen. A good portion also involves showcasing tablescapes that range from fast to fancy....

Throughout her career, Shea has hand-tested and reviewed products with a particular focus on all things home. Formerly, she worked as an assignments lead, a shopping editor, and a writer. Previously, Shea served as a shopping editor at Simplemost and Don’t Waste Your Money. While there, she championed hands on reviews, product testing, and deals coverage. She has also worked as a writer and editor covering home decor, furniture, appliances, and more....

Ingredients 2Tbsp.extra virgin olive oi 8bone-in chicken thighs with skin(2 1/2 to 3lb.) Add chicken to pan, turning to coat both sides with oil. Season chicken with salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the paprika. Credit: Blaine Moats Place lemons and shallots in pan around chicken. Roast 30 to 40 minutes or until skin is browned and chicken is done (175 F). Remove pan from oven. Squeeze lemon juice over chicken....

The studio is renowned for crafting classic interiors that seamlessly blend timeless elegance with modern functionality. Shivani and Meredith also co-write their own interior design column forMacon Magazine. Her writing portfolio includes contributions to MyDomaine, Family Handyman, and The Spruce. Currently, Shivani is pursuing a residential interior design certification through the Rhode Island School of Design. BHG reaches 45 million readers each month. Learn moreabout usand oureditorial process.

Make the most of berry season with our collection of luscious shortcake recipes. You’ll want to indulge in some of our favorites including classic strawberry shortcake. These mouthwatering desserts are perfect for picnics, outdoor barbecues, and potlucks.

The culprit of the dark specks on your siding could be hiding in your mulch. Mulching around your plants helps soil hold onto moisture, keeps the weeds down, and looks tidy. But with certain types of wood-based mulch, you might be providing a home to shotgun fungus, too. Credit: Doug Hetherington This fungus likes to live in damp, decaying wood, such as decomposingshredded bark mulch. You’d probably never notice it except as its name implies, shotgun fungus can forcefully shoot out spores....

Should silverware point up or down in the dishwasher? Here’s what experts say about this classic cleaning debate. How toproperly load the dishwasheris a long-debated topicnamely, which direction the silverware should point. Credit:BHG / Nez Riaz “Facing the handle side down with the eating side facing upallows for maximum cleanliness,” Willatt says. This may lead to unclean silverware. Avoiding touching the usable end will ensure silverware is completely clean the next time you oughta use a utensil....

Proper maintenance is key to a properly-working appliance. Brie Goldman Of course,not all viral cleaning hacksare worth your time. What Is a Microwave Filter, and Where Do I Find It? Credit:Brie Goldman There are two types of microwave filters: Grease filters and charcoal filters. Grease filters are designed to prevent grease and other cooking by-products from entering the ventilation system. Do you gotta Clean or Replace Your Microwave Filters? Credit:Brie Goldman...

Is leaving your dishes in soapy water actually helping? Learn how to soak dishes the right way to remove stuck-on food. But does soaking dirty plates and bowls actually make dishwashing easier? Credit:Courtesy of Getty Images // moodboard Or is it just a way to push off ahousehold chore? Should You Soak Your Dishes? This reduces the likelihood of scratching your pots and pans. According to Vuong, extended soaking in hot water can negatively affect the glaze and finish of delicate dishes....

Washing fruits and vegetables before eating them is a mustbut does adding salt to the mix help? Abbey Littlejohn Washing your produce before you eat it is a no-brainer. But is this extra step necessaryand will it ruin the taste of your food? Credit:Abbey Littlejohn We turned to an expert for answers. Is Washing Produce with Salt Actually Beneficial? Help Remove Dirt, Pesticides, and Bacteria? So, do you better give your veggies a salt bath to remove dirt, pesticides, and bacteria?...