Good Tips

Turkey may be the star of the show at the Thanksgiving table, but don’t forget to turn up the flavor by finishing off your bird with a generous drizzle of Thanksgiving gravy. Here’s exactly how to use a fat separator for your turkey gravy.

When you’re making lunch to take to the office, or to bring along on your errands, or to pack into your kids’ lunchbox, keep in mind that a healthy midday meal is a must for maintaining high energy levels and a steady mood. And yet, it can be tempting to just grab a snack instead, when prepping a good-for-you lunch can be almost as fast and so much more satisfying.

No one likes scrubbing mildewed grout. To cut down on cleaning time in the shower, make a tool kit of hardworking brushes and simple household staples that cater to every task.

Measuring cups are not all designed equally. But what’s actually different between dry and liquid measuring cups? Which ones are microwave-friendly and which work best for sticky things like peanut butter?

Baking doesn’t have to be a complicated affair. These must-have baking tools and utensils make the process simpler and a lot more fun. (more…)

Skip the sugar with these easy recipes for homemade coffee sweeteners. Learn how to make these delicious sugar alternatives to give your brew the sweetness it needs—without the sugar crash.

Strategically setting up your kitchen storage space makes nightly dinners and daily meal prep a breeze. Discover the best way to get your cabinets organized with these easy steps for creating clutter-free cabinets for food, dishes and more.

Countertops always seem to collect clutter, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Here’s how to organize your counter space and make the most of it, no matter how much—or how little—you happen to have. Plus, smart storage ideas for all of it.

Making your own bread is easier than you think. Learn how to make sourdough focaccia with this easy recipe, and tips, from Heartbeet Kitchen.
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