With Memorial Day right around the corner – one of the biggest days for backyard bbqs – I thought it was about time to start sharing some of my favorite side dishes for summer parties. One of the traditional side dishes is a classic pasta salad. I typically don’t love pasta salad (unless it’s something like this strawberry spinach salad with bowtie pasta) because they tend to have a strong mayo flavor and most of the time, onions....

325-350 F: This is probably the range you use most often—and there’s a reason for that. Temperatures over 300F are where you begin to experience caramelization (browning of sugars) and the Maillard reaction (browning of proteins). Use this range for anything that’s going to be cooking for a while, such as slow roasts or braises. Cakes are also typically baked at 350 F since they have a fair amount of sugar....

I made these candied nuts for people to take home as a little party favor during my nutcracker games, and people were absolutely loving them! If you’ve never had candied nuts before, they’re basically nuts with a sort of coating made out of egg whites and sugar. This is a really easy recipe but the amazing flavor makes them taste gourmet, like you’re getting something from that mall kiosk we all know is there every year during the holiday season!...

Smooth (H. arborescens): ‘Annabelle’ is the most popular variety. Smooth hydrangeas flower best in full sun, but southern gardeners should site the plants in part shade. Bigleaf (H. macrophylla): Bigleaf hydrangeas are the classic florist types of hydrangea that everyone loves, but not everyone can grow. Bigleafs grow best with partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Most are hardy to Zone 5 or to Zone 4 with winter protection. Panicle (H....

Performing your facial at home is easy (and cheaper) than paying $250 or more per session at a salon, thanks to the exfoliating wand. I received the Luxe+ as a sample from the brand, and now I swear by it when my skin is looking dull. And right now, Dermaflash is having an epic early Black Friday sale that can save you 30 percent on its best-selling skincare devices with code 30FORYOU at checkout, bringing the facial exfoliating wand down to $140—plus, you’ll get free shipping....

We asked financial experts to share their advice for the first money moves to make now that you’ve gotten your degree. As much as graduating can feel like being shot out of a cannon into a whole new world, these guidelines can help you feel more in control of your financial future. “Now that you may be earning a steady stream of income, using the 50/30/20 rule can help make it easy to budget and set financial goals,” explains Manny Chagas, chief operating officer at financial technology platform Oppfi and former vice president of Discover Student Loans....

And though there’s nothing wrong with aiming high, there’s more to perfectionism than the portrayal we see in movies and on TV. To start with, holding yourself to unrealistic standards can quickly become debilitating, wreaking havoc on your mental health. That’s right: Perfectionist tendencies can be both positive and negative. Not only that, but perfectionists—and their behaviors—don’t all look the same. This means that if someone doesn’t fit society’s narrow, rigid understanding of what a perfectionist is and does, it may make it more difficult for them to identify the source of their stress and anxiety, and then make the adjustments necessary to improve the quality of their life....

I was happy to discover she’s a maximalist at home as well, with Christmas trees in every room, homespun ornaments, and a fondness for tree skirts and tinsel. “I’m tacky. I don’t try to be fancy. I just try to do what makes me happy,” she says. For our photo shoot, a group effort by photographer Art Streiber, set and prop stylist Anthony A. Altomare, and our style director Jessica Thomas, we thought of Dolly as a gift to our millions of readers....

And the debate over the tumble dryer has become, well, heated. “Non-Americans: What’s one thing every American needs to know?” one Reddit thread writer recently asked. The top comment? “Electric dryers are nowhere near as common as in the States,” one commenter replied. The thread collected more than 7,000 responses in one month, and the comment itself has garnered opinions from Reddit users worldwide, with many explaining their own methods for drying laundry....

But maybe you don’t want to spend hours in the cheese department puzzling over manchego vs. muenster, or figuring out the perfect jam and fruit pairings for your charcuterie mix. You’re in luck. Because there are a whole slew of companies out there who are willing to give you all the ingredients and instructions you need for a perfect cheese and charcuterie board—or even the entire board itself, gorgeously plated and ready to be unwrapped and served at your next party....

But when you do find that perfect paper to compliment a bathroom, entryway, or dining room, it can be home design magic. Tempted by the gorgeous designs available everywhere from your local paint store to sites like Anthropologie, Walls Republic, and Farrow & Ball? According to experts, there’s one secret to committing to a pattern you love: Go big. “A lot of homeowners choose a wallpaper scale that’s disproportional to the size of the wall or room,” says Erin Gates, Massachusetts-based founder and principal designer of Erin Gates Design, and Elements of Style blogger....

When food temps begin to climb above a certain point, bacteria start to multiply exponentially. Not every one of those bacteria is bad—but not every germ is good, either. For both the quality of your food and to reduce the risk of food poisoning, you’d be wise to keep your fridge cooled to the recommended temperature and follow good refrigerator maintenance guidelines. What Temperature Should a Refrigerator Be? The U....

With the holidays fast approaching, I’ve begun to map out my gift list for the loved ones in my life, and more specifically, the beauty lovers. While it’s incredibly hard to narrow it down to just 10 items, my friends and family deserve the best of the best—and the products included in this gift guide made the cut for a reason. TruSkin Hyaluronic Acid Serum Belif the True Cream Aqua Bomb Trademark Beauty Easy Blo Dryer Brush Avarelle Acne Pimple Patches Rene Furterer Complexe 5 Stimulating Plant Concentrate Briogeo B....

“I’ve had the same style mop by other leading brands, but this is by far my favorite. It is a lightweight, sleek, attractive mop as well as being highly efficient, easy to handle, and functional,” shared one five-star reviewer. “The cleaning pads are excellent for both wet mopping and dust mopping. The adjustable handle is most convenient,” shared a different shopper who pointed out the handle extends with a “twist of the handle....

It’s no secret that Target carries classic, versatile shoes, and one customer-favorite is A New Day’s Maddison Sneakers. They feature a durable exterior made from 58 percent leather and 42 percent rubber. Inside, the shoes are lined with cushioned memory foam for added comfort—and shoppers have taken note. To buy: $30; target.com. “Every time I wear these shoes, I get endless compliments,” wrote one five-star reviewer who confirmed they can dress the shoes up and down....

Plants for Creating the Cold-Climate Shade Garden Plan 2 Hosta sieboldiana var. elegans: Zones 3-8 3 Astilbe ‘Fanal’: Zones 4-9 1 Bleeding heart (Dicentra spectabilis): Zones 3-9 2 Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis): Zones 3-8 2 Perennial geranium (Geranium sanguineum ‘White’): Zones 4-8 2 Lady’s mantle (Alchemilla mollis): Zones 4-7 If you aren’t able to find the exact cultivars listed above, substitute with others that have similar colors, shapes, and sizes. And because some plants can become overly aggressive and spread out of control in certain climates, always check which species are considered invasive in your area before planting....

A calzone differs from pizza not only in shape but in spirit. There’s just something fun about toppings stuffed into a pocket. Plus, calzones are less messy, stay warmer longer, and involve dipping into sauce. Again…fun. But the different shape does call for different cooking methods. Here are the rules for making excellent calzones in your home kitchen. Remove dough from the fridge at least an hour before shaping your calzone....

According to Ottilie Cunningham, Tea & Coffee Buyer at Fortnum & Mason and Global Tea Expert, the best way to store tea is in a tin or dark jar with an airtight lid, placed in a dry pantry or cabinet. Unless it’s a rare blend, tea should not be stored in the refrigerator. Why It’s Important to Store Tea Properly Cunningham explains that dried tea leaves have between 3 percent and 5 percent moisture content, which prevents them from spoiling in the same way as fresh food does when dried....

Upon first glance, it looks like any other kitchen accessory, but once you see its intuitive shape and design in action, you’ll see just how useful it is. TikTok user @simplysalfinds demonstrated the tool’s versatility by flipping pancakes, cutting bananas, straining veggies, spreading condiments, and scooping rice in one short video that so far has garnered more than 10,600 likes and 413,000 views. “I have been surprised how handy this tool is,” explained one five-star reviewer....

One shopper said, “[It was] incredibly easy to assemble and arrived very well packaged. The seat is quite firm, but I expected that and it’s not a problem for our needs. The upholstery is a nice tight weave, so dog nails don’t catch on it.” “Once I received the table I had fallen in love,” a five-star reviewer said. “I live in a very small apartment, and this table fits the small space that I had for the living room....