When it comes to choosing air fryers, most people look out for wattage, size, presets, noise, and how easy it is to clean—and the TaoTronics air fryer scores A’s in pretty much all of these categories in my book. It’s compact enough not to crowd the countertop of my small kitchen, the 1,750-wattage specs and deep 6-quart basket cook a whole chicken in less than half an hour, and the basket is even dishwasher-safe, so cleanup is a total breeze....

I was one of those people who would feel faint whenever the topic of money came up. It was like the specific anxiety was hard-wired into me, shooting out white-hot alarm signals as soon as a bill—any bill—showed up in my mailbox. In addition to my chronic anxiety, I also suffer from a specific type of mental health phenomenon known as mathematical anxiety (yes, it’s a thing). This caused me, for example, to feel panic swell in my chest and tears spring to my eyes during every math class at school—as I stared down a sheet of hieroglyphics that I, for the life of me, couldn’t decipher....

Luckily, we won’t have to wait until September to start working these design pros’ ideas into our homes. We asked each designer to share their top tip for refreshing a room when its style feels stale. Let this inspire your own mini home makeover. Whether it’s adjusting the lighting in your living room or introducing some greenery to your space, these mini moves make a big difference. Take a Virtual Tour of the 2022 Real Simple Home Here!...

The FDA notes that this recall is isolated to Nestlé’s Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough with Fudge Filling products that were produced between June and September 2022. Additionally, the recalled items were distributed in the continental United States as well as Puerto Rico, and sold at grocery store chains including Publix and Walmart. However, no other Nestlé Toll House products are impacted by this recall.While no illnesses or injuries have been reported thus far, Nestlé opted to initiate this recall after a small number of consumers contacted the company about this issue....

1. Sous-Vide Egg Bites When our digital senior home editor Caitlin Sole was still working in the office, these sous-vide egg bites (the three cheese and turkey sausage variety, in particular) were an easy way to enjoy a hot meal while running tight on time. Each pack of two takes just one minute to microwave and “rivals the beloved Starbucks version,” according to Sole. 2. Tillamook Sharp Cheddar Block Digital senior food editor Sheena Chihak’s favorite Costco item is in the dairy section....

Pistachio nuts, which are actually the edible seeds of the pistachio tree, were once considered a status symbol and delicacy for the bourgeois, but are now widely available to pretty much anyone craving a nutritious snack. It’s no wonder we’ve found countless ways to consume them, from roasting and tossing them over salads to mixing them into gelato and baked goods. Pistachios truly have a place in any meal or snack—it just depends on how much you love them and how creative you can get....

Pistachio nuts, which are actually the edible seeds of the pistachio tree, were once considered a status symbol and delicacy for the bourgeois, but are now widely available to pretty much anyone craving a nutritious snack. It’s no wonder we’ve found countless ways to consume them, from roasting and tossing them over salads to mixing them into gelato and baked goods. Pistachios truly have a place in any meal or snack—it just depends on how much you love them and how creative you can get....

To tour the virtual house, click on the “Enter Tour” button above. Once you arrive at the house, click on the arrow to step inside. To spin 360 degrees around the room, click and drag. In each room, you’ll notice lightbulb icons highlighting all the bright ideas within the space—click on the lightbulb and you’ll find tips, how-tos, and shopping sources so you can incorporate these tips and projects into your own home....

Think of MC Squares as tiny, flexible whiteboards, roughly the size of your average sticky note. Like a whiteboard, they come with a special marker and have a shiny, washable surface, so you can write, erase, and repeat up to 2,000 times on each. On the back side, there’s a patented micro-suction material, which functions almost like an adhesive in that it sticks to stainless steel, glass, cabinets, and plastics....

Peace Out Skincare’s ingenious Radiant Retinol Duo eased my qualms with its gentle formulas for the face and eye area led by encapsulated retinol, which boasts the full benefits of retinol with less chance of irritation. And just in time for the holidays, Peace Out is offering 30 percent off sitewide, including bundles. This set is on sale for $48 for a limited time—given that the Face Stick is normally $34 on its own, that’s a steal....

Maybe you can’t justify spending loads of money on yourself, but there are a myriad of other methods to prioritize personal wellness that can be even more rewarding. Here are some ways to access practical self-care that require little to no spending. Looking back, I don’t know if I enjoyed the actual coffee as much as I enjoyed the ritual of doing something for myself. So I switched this routine for an at-home coffee ritual instead....

Congestion can make our pores appear larger, says dermatologist Geeta Yadav, MD. “Skincare products simply make pores appear smaller through exfoliation,” she adds. “By cleaning the dirt, oil, and other grime out of your pores, they temporarily look smaller.” As for a skincare product that makes good on its promise to cleanse and temporarily minimize pores, shoppers swear by Kiehl’s Rare EarthDeep Pore Minimizing Cleansing Clay Mask. “This mask is light, easy to put on, and easy to take off....

The Lemomo Blackout Curtains are made from triple-weave 100 percent polyester to block out natural sunlight. According to the brand, the curtains block out 85 to 99 percent of light and UV rays depending on the color you choose. Not only do the curtains darken a room and provide privacy, they’re also noise-blocking and thermal insulated to keep temperatures cool in the summer and warm in the winter. To buy: From $20; amazon....

In fact, a July 2022 report by Attom, a property data provider, reveals that profits for home sellers surged in the midst of a new round of price spikes, and median home prices are up in almost every U.S. metro area. With homeownership becoming more out of reach, some millennials and members of Gen Z are looking at other ways to purchase a home—such as getting assistance from parents and grandparents....

So she called in an expert—professional organizer Kay Patterson—to help her clear the clutter and devise a better system. To start, she cleared her pantry and edited away any old or expired food, then added in new shelving and lazy susans to make it easy to get items that are stashed in that unwieldy corner. She decanted dry goods, like oatmeal and flour, into airtight glass jars to make it easy to see when she’s low on product—and help preserve freshness at the same time....

Three days before Christmas, and I’m still sharing cookie recipes! This week I’ve already shared my favorite take on white chocolate cranberry cookies, the best cut out sugar cookies, and even super adorable sugar cookie bites. I’ve been saving some of the best for last. These peanut butter blossoms are the best ones I’ve personally ever tried, and I’ve tried a lot of peanut butter kiss cookies in my day....

“The backyard was pretty much a blank slate,” says Kevin Lenhart, design director at Yardzen. “Lawn wrapped around three sides of the house, which was surviving without irrigation, and there was an existing mixed-forest area blanketed in pine straw further back.” In addition to these lackluster details, there was a tired concrete pad and a dearth of hardscapes, as well as no shade from the tropical sun. The couple imagined a backyard that would beckon them outside, and they aimed to renovate the space from a distance....

If you have a kiddo who is in love with Star Wars, like my boys, they’ll love these Star Wars themed color by number printable pages. He loved these Star Wars coloring pages and his Jedi academy training at his birthday party, so I knew they’d love these as well! Okay, and let’s be honest – my husband is a little Star Wars obsessed as well. I mean obsessed enough that we’re currently in the middle of planning out Star Wars costumes for our upcoming voyage on the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser at Disney World....

This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase via these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. With May the 4th, aka Star Wars Day, just around the corner, I thought it would be fun to make a Star Wars themed scavenger hunt for my Star Wars loving 7-year-old. I’m guessing it’ll be one of his new favorite Star Wars Day party ideas! And let’s be honest, for my Star Wars loving husband as well....

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, research has shown that the air inside our homes is often even more polluted than the air we breathe outside, which can contribute to allergies, aggravate asthma, and make you more susceptible to illness. The best air purifiers can help minimize these symptoms by trapping airborne particles and removing them from the air you breathe. “Good indoor air quality is important for everyone, especially for those living with asthma and allergies,” says Kenneth Mendez, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)....