Kristin van Ogtrop's Blog, page 306
September 28, 2011
Day 8: A Sophisticated Quinoa Salad
Today's recipe, Roasted Vegetable and Quinoa Salad with Pistachios, was made by Kristin van Ogtrop, Real Simple's managing editor. I eagerly signed up to make Roasted Vegetable and Quinoa Salad with Pistachios, because I [...]
Floating Lanterns
If you have ever seen the Disney movie Tangled then you'll remember the floating lantern festival from the movie. The lantern festival is a real thing. There are a few all over the world [...]
Celebrating Ordinary Awesomeness
One of my favorite blogs is called 1000awesomethings.com. It's just that—an ongoing catalog of awesome things, although none of the material kind. Just awesome situations, moments, realizations and other intangibles. (I'm not alone in [...]
September 27, 2011
How to: Clean Your Hair Brush
Face it. Hair brushes and combs can get quite grimy, especially if you use hair products that can build up on the bristles and tines. Here's how to keep your hair tools clean using [...]
Day 7: Simple Steak and Potatoes
Today's recipe, Steak with Cognac Sauce and Salad, was prepared by Maggie Shi, deputy editor for RealSimple.com. I chose this Steak with Cognac Sauce and Salad recipe because I had an open bottle of [...]
The Best Tired Eye Remedy
I always look tired. I am convinced that my dark circles get darker every morning. This is why I am constantly looking for eye treatments that will give a quick pick-me-up. I recently discover [...]
Keeping the Kids' Library Fresh
Since the day I found out I was pregnant with our son, I have been buying books for my children. Today, over 9 years later, our children's bookshelves are stuffed with books yet I'm [...]
September 26, 2011
Hosting a Party When You're Sick
Unfortunately it seems the changing season has caught up with me, and I woke up yesterday with a cold. It's nothing too uncomfortable—just a sore throat, minor congestion, and fatigue—but I recently began night [...]
Would You Use the One Trip Grip?
Whether you carry plastic bags or reusable bags, carrying more than one or two can be tough to manage. And while there are plenty of bag grips (or hacks) out there, this is the [...]
Day 6: An Elegant (Yet Easy) Chicken Dinner
Today's recipe, Chicken with Wild Rice and Grapes, was prepared by Tanya Christian, one of Real Simple's editorial assistants. Several years ago I made the decision to cut beef and pork out of my [...]
