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4 Tips for Keeping Produce Fresh from CookingLight.com

I can never estimate correctly how much produce to buy during my weekly grocery runs. More times than not, at least one fruit or vegetable in my fridge goes bad before it reaches my plate.

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How to Quickly Clean Your Crock Pot

When you're out all day, a slow-cooker is a great tool for making quick and easy meals. Who wouldn't want a homemade dinner that's ready the instant you walk in the door?! Unfortunately, trying to clean these clunky, heavy appliances can be quite the feat. Here, cleaning expert Anna Moseley, explains how to tackle the task:

How Old Are Your Ears?

I was at my mom’s house the other day when a high-pitched noise coming from one of her lamps started bothering me. I asked her if she could somehow turn the buzzing off, and she looked at me like I had three heads—as it happens, because of our age difference, she couldn’t hear a thing. Want to hear for yourself […]

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How to Reheat Pasta

Spaghetti is one of my favorite weeknight meals. It's filling, inexpensive, and delicious. The only problem? It's tough to measure out and I frequently end up tossing the leftovers. Thanks to these handy tips, it's easy to revive the leftovers (whether plain or mixed with sauce) up to three days after cooking.

10k Budget Kitchen from Apartment Therapy

I am constantly amazed by friends of mine that complete home renovations without it dragging on for months and months or breaking the bank. I am starting to learn that you can update the look and feel of a room with a simple can of paint, new hardware–even an updated light fixture or two. That is why I especially love […]

A Quick Fix for Puffy Eyes

Suffering from a case of puffy eyes? Or just anticipating that the stress of end-of-summer travel and back-to-school preparations will give you under-eye bags? In either case, here’s a handy tip: Soak some cotton pads in green tea, toss them in a tupperware, and then store them in the fridge. The next time your eyes look puffy, place two chilled […]

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How to Save on Pet Grooming

Need to tame your spending? Charlotte Biggs, president of the Pet Care Services Association, an industry trade group, recommends bringing your four-legged friend in for her haircut midweek.