heavy pot or Dutch oven combine apples, pears, and cider. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Credit: Carson Downing Press apple mixture through a food mill or sieve. (You should have 7 1/2 to 8 cups.) Return pulp to pot; discard skins. Stir in sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Place pot of apple butter in a sink filled with ice water; stir to cool....
Your Christmas cookies could get more expensive. Due to high demand, theres a worldwide butter shortage (reminiscent of 2023 and2022). Consumers can expect butter prices to increase as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other holiday festivities approach. Credit:Jacob Fox But don’t panic just yetit’s not guaranteed prices will surpass what they’ve been in recent years. Credit:BHG/Andrea Araiza
An expert explains if citrus peels actually can repel garden pests or not. Joreasonable / Getty Images Can you put citrus peels in your garden tokeep bugs away? Can Citrus Peels Keep Away Pests? Credit:Joreasonable / Getty Images The short answer is no. But wait, you say. Doesnt it have some insect-fighting value? Do Citrus Peels Have Any Garden Value? Can Citrus Peels Harm Your Garden? However, youre not hurting anyone by putting orange peels in your garden....
These convenient detergent pods could actually be ruining your pipes. Dishwasher pods are pre-measured and individually wrapped single-use capsules that contain dishwashing detergent. Jason Donnelly What Are Dishwasher Pods? Credit:Jason Donnelly Dishwasher pods are an easy-to-use alternative to traditional dishwashing detergent. This same PVA coating is also used inlaundry pods. Are Dishwasher Pods Bad for Your Plumbing? Credit:Jason Donnelly Lastly, dishwasher pods need to be stored properly. This is the case especially in a hot and humid climate or during the warm summer months....
Selling your home can be an arduous processdont overcomplicate it by taking on renovations yourself. DIYrenovationsare a different story. If you have the proper tools, what’s stopping you from taking on building a sunroom? Credit:Helen Norman Most likely experience (not to mention money and time). Heres what to consider before assigning yourself a DIY renovation project that’s out of your reach. They have contacts to get cheaper materials and tools that make the job much more efficient and affordable....
Two organizational experts share the benefits of closed cabinetry and why it’s making a return to kitchen design. Stacy Zarin Goldberg Remember when everyone wasripping out their closed cabinetryandopting for floating shelves? No one wants their chipped My Favorite Dad coffee mug on display at all times. Credit:Stacy Zarin Goldberg Pair that with their grab-and-go appeal and you have a polarizing toss-up for the ages. A stack of dishes right next to the stove makes serving dinner a snap....
Today’s living rooms are about creating a space where life happensnot just a place to showcase furniture. But dont be too quick to write the obituary for the formal living room. Are formal living rooms still relevant? Credit:David Patterson / Interior Designer: Nadia Watts John Bessler How can a homeowner repurpose a formal living room? Credit:John Bessler Credit:Michael Alan Kaskel / Interior Designer: Mark Schubert
Geraniums in your flower beds and outdoor pots can survive winter with these tips. At the end of the growing season, you may be wondering, “Aregeraniumsperennial?” so you’re able to continue enjoying them next year. Credit:Taras_Bulba / Getty Images However, they are frost-tender plants, meaning they won’t survive freezing temperatures. Use these tips to get started. you’ve got the option to root the cuttings and grow them throughout the winter....
A construction expert explains how to identify and fix poor attic insulation. “Over time, a buildup of ice can compromise the integrity of shingles and gutters. Read on to learn more about how to identify poor attic insulation and how to fix it. Credit:Ali Majdfar/Getty Images Do Icicles on Your Roof Indicate Poor Attic Insulation? Icicles on the roof don’t necessarily mean the attic’s insulation is bad. After all, small icicles tend to form naturally during the winter months....
All pet owners should know whether lavender plants are toxic to cats and dogs before growing it. Jay Wilde Lavenderis a popular perennial plant that can add fragrance and beauty to your yard orcontainer gardens. Are Lavender Plants Toxic to Animals? Credit:Jay Wilde Dogs and horses also have adverse reactions. Most problems occur when a large amount is consumed all at one time. If your pet has thrown up, you might want to bring a sample for testing and analysis....
Here’s how to figure out if your lilies are perennials or not. Heres how to figure outwhether your lilies are perennials. All true lilies belong to the genusLilium. Credit:Marty Baldwin There are manytypes of liliesin this genus, and they all have large scaly yellow or white bulbs. A single stem with narrow leaves grows from the bulb. Many lilies are hybrids, including Asiatic hybrids, Oriental hybrids, and Trumpet hybrids. TheEaster lilyis also a popular bang out of true lily....
Find out why jalapenos turn red, and if red jalapenos are hotter. Did you know those bright green jalapeno peppers at the grocery store are not completely ripe? Likebell peppers, jalapenos develop more color as they ripen, turning from green to red as they mature. Credit:Barbara Rich/ Getty Images Some jalapeno varieties may ripen into shades of purple or yellow too. Why Do Jalapenos Turn Red? Barbara Rich/ Getty Images...
Plumbing and appliance experts weigh in on the popular laundry scent booster. The scented product has become popular in recent years, but are the beads bad for your washing machine? And worse, could they be damaging your plumbing system? Credit:Erstudiostok / Getty Images Read on to find out more about what the experts have to say about the popular scent booster. Drew Leelandis a virtual appliance expert at Frontdoor. Eddie Linaresis a virtual expert at Frontdoor, specializing in plumbing....
