What to Do if You Have a Sunken Cake If you tested the cake’s doneness with a toothpick that came out with just a few moist crumbs attached, chances are you baked a nice moist cake. If your cake is undercooked and raw in the middle, you can still use the edges that are baked through. Use one of these sunken cake fixes that will still impress everyone with your dessert skills....
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“Sitting at a desk and looking at a computer screen for eight hours a day is not what our bodies were built for, and we’re seeing the consequences of it,” says Lara Heimann, physical therapist and creator of LYT Yoga. A few of those consequences include forward head and neck position, rounded shoulders, and back pain issues caused by spine misalignment. Bad posture isn’t a moral flaw—despite what your parents, strict teachers, or that one overly critical aunt may have led you to believe by calling you out for slouching....
And while you’re at it, you can aspire to host for less—making Friday night dinners or Sunday brunch for the friends you call family affordable, digestible, and eminently enjoyable affairs. After all, the pleasure is not so much in the pudding (though it can be!) as it is in the company. So instead of going in the red to fund an all-out backyard barbecue or intimate outdoor cocktail party—or perhaps worse, giving up on the idea of hosting altogether—check out these savvy and genius tips and ideas for an effortless outdoor party....
Other washing machine missteps could be putting a little extra strain on your appliance over time, while some could simply be preventing your clothing from getting as clean as possible. To help your machine last longer and get your clothes as clean as they can be, avoid making these five common washing machine mistakes. Mistake #1: Keeping the washing machine door closed all the time After you do a load of laundry, open the door to the machine so moisture can evaporate....
We ask celebrity manicurists to walk us through a handful of easy Christmas nails that anyone can recreate at home. So put on some holiday jammies, pour yourself a cup of hot cocoa, and get ready for cute nail overload. From there, you can create your French manicure using sparkly silver nail polish. You can use manicure tape, hand paint the tip, or use a French manicure stamping tool, like Dornail’s Clear Silicone French Tip Nail Stamper....
And while “healthy metabolism” is often discussed in terms of weight, it’s not just about the number on the scale. Having a healthy metabolism is critical for your well-being, and ultimately, longevity. If someone has a healthy metabolism, it means they can digest food and absorb nutrients without experiencing issues like inflammation or high blood pressure, Dr. Kelley explains, which is vital for staving off metabolic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, stroke, and heart disease, she says....
No matter how big or small her Hanukkah celebration, Kertzner’s crispy latkes will be on the menu. Notice I specifically say “crispy” latkes. As I learned while talking with Kertzner, latkes aren’t always crispy. In fact, her grandma (Kertzner calls her “Bubbe,” the Yiddish word for grandmother) makes hers fluffy. “I follow every recipe from my Bubbe exactly, except for latkes,” Kertzner says. “Hers are fluffy and soft because she uses baking powder....
We tested 22 heated mattress pads in our Lab and evaluated them on effectiveness, comfort, durability, and value. For expert safety advice, we spoke to Brianne Deerwester, communications coordinator for the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI). “When purchasing heated mattress pads, be sure to only purchase those which have been certified and tested by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL),” says Deerwester. “NRTLs test and certify electrical equipment and other products to ensure that they meet current safety standards and are safe with proper use....
Create an Incredibly Useful Nightstand Any sleep expert will tell you how important it is to keep everything you need for a good night’s sleep right by your bed. Reading glasses, books, an alarm clock, and a drink of water within reach means you don’t have to get out of bed to find them. This tiered cart offers just the right amount of space to keep all the necessities nice and organized....
Choosing the Best Shower Plants Not all plants can handle a ton of humidity. Palomares says plants that will do the best in showers or bathrooms are native to tropical climates. “They have broader, thinner leaves that allow them to adapt to this type of climate over time,” explains Palomares. “Humidity aids photosynthesis and growth by providing moisture to plants, particularly those with these types of leaves, where evaporation can happen quickly....
Before you get started, there are some key things you need to know about painting kitchen cabinets, as the process differs from a room or wall. For one, it almost always takes longer than you think—often twice as long, says Hunter MacFarlane, project expert with Lowe’s based in Mooresville, N.C. Second, if your cabinets are not made from wood or have a very intricate design, you may want to call in a pro....
While things aren’t quite as locked down as last year (it’s okay to have a socially distant outdoor gathering with Dad this year, especially if you’re both fully vaccinated), travel is still not advised. So if you don’t live near each other, a virtual celebration is the way to go. This year, Father’s Day is on Sunday, June 20. And even if you can’t do the typical Father’s Day activities this year, these fun ideas can help you make the day special for Dad....
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The three-piece towel set is the number-one best-selling item in the category, and for good reason. Each towel is designed with extra long loops, making them exceptionally fluffy and absorbent. Woven out of Turkish cotton, the towels are wonderfully soft, too—the kind of product you’d find in a fancy hotel or spa. And when they’re ready to be cleaned, just toss them into the washing machine for easy laundering. Each set includes one bath towel, hand towel, and washcloth....
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But at the very top of my list are socks made by Bombas. These socks aren’t just pieces of material cut and sewn to fit and cover a body part, they’re thoughtfully engineered to take care of your feet. The brand calls its pairs the “most comfortable socks in the history of feet,” and I wholeheartedly agree. These socks feel like cushioned clouds beneath my feet that regulate temperature and keep me comfortable and supported....
“Ending the federal marijuana prohibition is necessary to right the wrongs of this failed war and end decades of harm inflicted on communities of color across the country,” Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer wrote in a joint statement with fellow Senators Cory Booker of New Jersey and Ron Wyden of Oregon. The trio of Democratic senators added that they plan to make the federal legalization of marijuana a priority. Not quite sure what to make of this wave of pro-weed policies?...
Can you design your way to a self-cleaning bathroom? No. (In your dreams, maybe.) But following these design ideas can mean less visible dirt—and less scrubbing every time guests come over. These bathroom tile tips—which can be applied to floor, wall, or bathroom backsplash ideas—came from the design pros at Block, a New York–based company reimagining the bathroom renovation process. With them, you may never have to agonize over how clean the bathroom looks (no matter how clean you know it is) again....
Frying foods at high heat First things first, we’d like to clear the air on the whole health-halo thing. Coconut oil has plenty of potential health benefits (keep reading!), but it’s important to keep in mind that coconut oil has an extremely high saturated fat content—about 87 percent of its fat content is saturated. If you don’t believe me, just think about the fact that it’s solid at room temperature. Sorry to burst your bubble....
