Blueberry and Peach Slab Pie

Summer’s favorite fruits take centerstage in this Blueberry and Peach Slab Pie. Ingredients 12of a (14.1-oz. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. Credit: Andy Lyons Let piecrust stand at room temperature according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl combine the flour, granulated sugar, and orange peel. Add peaches and orange juice; gently toss to coat; set aside. Unroll piecrust on a lightly floured surface. Gently roll piecrust to a 12x10-inch rectangle, trimming as necessary....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 165 words · Shannon Sharp

Bold Marble Veining Is the Next Major Interior Design Trend

A dramatic statement marble slab will fill any space with personalitybut is it worth the investment? Interior designers share why they think the material has staying power. She explains that it’s an excellent choice for both aesthetic and practical reasons. Credit:Courtesy of Lindsie Davis / Blueberry Jones Design Apowder roompresents another opportunity to incorporate marble with bold veining into your home. “Its such a strategic design move, and I love the high impact look,” she says....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · Sarah Jones

Bolognese

This rich and homey meat sauce is the ultimate winter comfort food. Our spin is worth making it again and again. Add pancetta; cook and stir until just starting to brown, about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium. Cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add carrot and fennel. Cook 2 minutes more. Add the beef and pork to the Dutch oven. Season with salt and pepper....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 223 words · Nathan Spencer

Bolognese Soup

Dutch oven cook and stir pancetta over medium-high heat 5 minutes or just until starting to brown. Reduce heat to medium. Add onion; cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Credit: Brie Passano Add carrots, fennel, and garlic; cook and stir 2 minutes more. Add ground meat to Dutch oven. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook 9 minutes or until meat is browned, breaking up meat as it cooks; drain off fat....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 138 words · Rodney Mclean

Boost Curb Appeal with This Colorful Foundation Garden Plan

This foundation garden plan ensures your front yard will have eye-catching color and curb appeal all year long. Want a colorful alternative to the standard all-green row of shrubs along the front of your house? This foundation garden plan mixes flowering perennials and groundcovers with broadleafevergreen shrubsand a sculptural tree to offer year-round interest. Credit: Illustration by Mavis Augustine Torke Adding a fewspring-blooming bulbsamong the plants will make this garden plan even more eye-catching....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 126 words · James Hart

Boost Your Curb Appeal with This Elegant Front-Yard Rose Garden Plan

This front-yard rose garden plan features a dozen stunning varieties that will elegantly frame your entryway. Make your home’s entrance more memorable with this gorgeous front-yard rose garden plan. Anarbor placed around the front dooroffers an ideal perch for a pair of red ‘Blaze’ climbing roses. Credit: Illustration by Mavis Augustine Torke There are around 150 wild species of roses and 30,000 cultivated varieties. Credit: Janet Mesic Mackie

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 68 words · Robert Ford

Bourbon Slush Is the Retro Cocktail You Should Have Stashed in the Freezer

Simply scoop from the freezer and top with ginger ale! Kelsey Hansen This bourbon slush recipe is a retro party favorite that’s totally worth reviving. We’ll walk you through how to make a bourbon slush, including the must-have garnishes for each glass. Credit:Kelsey Hansen Ingredients 8cupswater, divided 4black tea bags 1cupsugar 1(12-oz. )canfrozen lemonade concentrate 1(6-oz. Cover and steep 5 minutes. Remove and discard tea bags. Add sugar; stir to dissolve....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 129 words · Nathan Villanueva

Bow Stacking Is the Delicate, Small-Scale Decor Trend with Big Impact

Channel a nostalgic and romantic feel in your home by adding bowsand then adding more. This romantic look started in the fashion world (where else?) If you think adding bow-related decor is only for those under 10, think again. Credit:Hannah Aubrey According to the2024 Pinterest Predicts report, the obsession with bows isnt dying down anytime soon. And interior design experts agree it’s coming to the home, too. Heres what you should probably know about stacking bows in your home while still keeping it elegant....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 200 words · Lawrence Burns

Brandi Dye

Brandi Dye has been crafting and celebrating for as long as she can remember. Experience Brandi has been a writer for as long as she can remember. She’s contributed to the Des Moines Register, Midwest Living, and several online publications. She’s also spent time as professional blogger. Writing about crafting and holidays allows Brandi to combine her love of words with her love of celebration. BHG reaches 45 million readers each month....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 77 words · Brian Floyd

Brandi Fuller

Brandi Fuller has been writing and editing for Better Homes & Gardens since 2022. She specializes in shopping content for gardening and outdoor products, pest control, linens, and small appliances. Her writing has also been featured in Southern Living, Real Simple, and PEOPLE. Highlights: Experience Brandi has worked for Better Homes & Gardens as an editor since 2022. Her favorite part of the writing process is researching and learning about the topic....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 106 words · Christopher Morrison

Brazilian Lemonade Recipe

You don’t even need a juicer to make this frosty, Brazilian lemonade recipe. It’s actually closer to a limeadethan a lemonadein flavor. He sold amixture made from limes, sugar, and water to his customers. Credit:Rachel Marek. Prop Styling: Gabe Greco However, although it originated in the area, Brazilian lemonade is commonly called Swiss lemonade throughout Brazil. This is because one of the most popular versions of this drink includes sweetened, condensed milk....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 154 words · James Simpson

Bread and Butter Zucchini Pickles

Swap the traditional cucumber for a firmer, crisper bite. Slice off the stem and blossom ends. Cut zucchini crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Credit: Kritsada Panichgul Measure 12 cups zucchini slices. In an extra-large nonmetal bowl, combine the 12 cups zucchini and the 1 cup onion slices. Sprinkle with salt; toss gently to coat. Top with 2 inches of crushed ice. Weight down mixture with a heavy plate. Allow to stand at room temperature for 2 hours....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 158 words · Lee Wilson

Bread Flour vs. All-Purpose: What's the Difference?

Prepping, proofing, and baking. Then you’ll know exactly what will happen if you substitute one for the other in your baking. (L) Blaine Moats, (R) Better Homes & Garden What Is All-Purpose Flour? Credit:(L) Blaine Moats, (R) Better Homes & Garden The protein content of all-purpose flour is 911%. What Is Bread Flour? So what’s the difference between all-purpose flour and bread flour, anyway? The short answer: protein and gluten content....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 125 words · Tammy Sandoval