Kristin van Ogtrop's Blog, page 19
June 23, 2014
A Trick to Tame the Taste of Onion
Onions give crunchy texture and sharp bite to green salads, dressings, and salsas, but sometimes they are a bit too pungent. When prepping onions to eat raw, try rinsing them briefly under cold water after they are cut. The water will wash away the stinky, sulfurous liquid (the stuff that makes you cry!) from the cut surfaces, mellowing both flavor […]
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June 20, 2014
A Hilarious Pun to Start Your Weekend Off Right
We’re a sucker for puns here at Real Simple (or should that be, “here @real_simple?” har har), so of course, when we saw this sign on the street, we just had to share: For more funny photos and behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of making Real Simple, follow us on Instagram.Filed under: Conversation Starters, Where We're Clicking
5 Must-Haves Every Successful Intern Needs
As an internship veteran (I’ve had five across two cities), I’ve finally learned the ins and outs of succeeding at an internship—and it’s surprising how much the details can make or break your experience. Here are five things that every intern needs for a put-together and fun summer: • Travel Mug: Whether you’re fueled by coffee, tea, or smoothies, a travel […]
Like Negronis? Then You’ll Love This Easy Summer Cocktail
In our house, the cocktail is king. Like many, we started stocking our bar when the cocktail revolution hit a decade ago. Couple that with watching Don Draper and Peggy Olsen imbibe on Mad Men for the last seven years…well, needless to say we probably indulge a little more than we should. I tend to find a drink I like […]
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June 19, 2014
9 Seriously Delicious Ways to Celebrate National Ice Cream Soda Day
In the 1930s and ’40s, malts, rickeys, sodas, and floats were among the beloved treats offered by soda shops across America. Not sure exactly what the difference is between the concoctions? A float is a drink where the syrup and carbonated water are mixed in the glass; a soda is mixed before it’s added. Both are a chance to experiment: […]
Never Have A Wilted Salad Again, Thanks to This Easy Trick
This ingenious trick will not only save you time, it will save your salads too: Need to mix some greens together beforehand but don’t want to end up with a wilted mess on your hands? Just layer the salad ingredients. Take a bowl and place a layer of salad dressing at the bottom. Next, add your wilt-resistant vegetables and add-ins […]
26 Gorgeous Ideas for Decks from Sunset
Yearning for a multifunctional outdoor space? Our colleagues at Sunset.com say, “A good deck can capture a view, create a comfortable outdoor room, and add a feeling of spaciousness to your home by blurring the boundaries between inside and out.” So, check out these 26 great ideas for creating a “room” with the ultimate view. To see the full list, […]
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