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Weekends are when I get the majority of my house cleaning done. You know, the big jobs like mopping the floors. I like to send my husband to the park with the girls when I do this, not because I use a toxic cleaner that might hurt my loved ones (and my own) lungs. I just don't want them to muck up the floors I just mopped with vinegar. Well not straight up vinegar, I dilute it of course, about Read more
Not sure how to get started on Spring cleaning? LearnVest shares the cleaning tasks you should tackle first. The phrase “Spring cleaning” evokes images of turning the house inside out, scouring every corner, and banishing every last particle of dust. But let’s be real: it’s hard to find the time for scouring, much less banishing. And your time is valuable. Keeping that in mind, we’ve Read more
If you think mussels are a fancy and complicated dish only to be enjoyed at French-style bistro restaurants, this recipe will have you thinking again. Mussels are actually incredibly simple and quick to make. All you have to do is simmer them in a fragrant liquid — here it's a combination of garlic, ripe tomatoes, and white wine — until the shells pop open. Serve with a mixed green salad and Read more
When you need a meal in a hurry, turn to shellfish: most kinds (mussels, clams, scallops, shrimp) only need 10 minutes to cook. In this recipe, mussels are steamed in a fragrant sauce seasoned with shallots, tomatoes, saffron, and paprika. Serve with crusty bread for mopping the broth, a crisp green salad, and a glass of chilled white wine. It's a luxurious meal that won't break the bank — Read more
If your man's a fan of lamb, treat him to an early Valentine's Day dinner with this impressive yet uncomplicated meal. Lamb chops are seared in a saute pan and served on a bed of white beans and stewed tomatoes. The final dish is juicy and delicious. Pair with a green salad, crusty bread for mopping the sauce, and a dry red Italian wine. Look at the recipe when you read more Read more
