Baby, it's hot outside and only an ice-cold drink will do. Make sure it's not watered down with these 7 easy ways to keep drinks cold without ice. Here in the south, it gets hot and feels even hotter because of the humidity. If you spend any time outside you'll want an ice-cold drink to …
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Ever reached for a carton of your favorite ice cream and found icy grit instead of smooth creaminess and no idea what happened? Check out our tips for how to make ice cream smooth and not icy. Indulging in a scoop of smooth, ultra-creamy ice cream is one of the most decadent indulgences, especially during …
Learn the best way to clean mushrooms in this comprehensive guide. This includes tips for what kind of tools you’ll need, the best way to clean them, and how to store them. I absolutely love mushrooms. They provide a deliciously rich and meaty flavor that compliments a variety of dishes. Mushrooms can even be the …
Have excess candy from a holiday or special occasion that has you wondering what to do with leftover candy? Read on for several ideas! Have leftover candy that keeps calling your name? Maybe you didn't have as many trick-or-treaters as usual or your kids brought home a ton. I know I can't have an excess of …
These 10 tips to keep your Thanksgiving organized and stress-free are sure to help whether it's your first time hosting or it's become your tradition. Thanksgiving is meant to be a time of being thankful and enjoying the company of family and friends - not a day of stress and pulling your hair out! However, …
Do you wish you knew how to cook white rice that actually turns out good? With these cooking white rice tips, you can! White rice is something we tend to eat a lot of. It's cheap and quick to make with very little prep work. Add some butter and salt and it's a great simple …
Doing some baking but your brown sugar is rock hard? Check out how to soften brown sugar with our easy tips. From nearly hockey pucks to downright cement-like texture hardened brown sugar has often been a bane of my baking endeavors or just when I go to add some to my oatmeal. I'm not a fan …
Have you ever tried charcoal grilling or maybe haven't had good experiences with it in the past? Check out our 5 tips for how to use a charcoal grill to help yourself become a better grill master in no time. I love grilling outdoors and it was always such a special treat to break out …
Do you get stressed out over all the holiday baking you want to do or think holiday baking is a daunting task? Check out the best holiday baking tips for help! I can't believe I'm already saying this but since Halloween is here it's just about time to start thinking about the holidays! For me, …
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Folgers for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Do you have instant coffee in your kitchen? Check out these 6 reasons to have instant coffee in your kitchen if you don't! People always seem to be surprised that I have instant coffee in my …
If you've never cooked asparagus at home before you may have asked yourself how do I know what asparagus is best to buy when at the store. Check out our 5 tips for buying asparagus to get the most out of this delicious and affordable spring vegetable. I must admit that I used to not …
Love all the green foods on St. Patrick's Day but want to stay away from the food coloring? See our list of 36 Naturally Green Foods for St. Patrick's Day!
Love fresh bread and want to make it yourself but are afraid to do so? Jump right in and get delicious homemade bread with our 15 yeast and homemade bread making tips. Our Homemade Yeast Rolls or Bread Recipe has consistently been our #1 recipe through the years. I have to say, it's #1 in …
Can cheaper knives really be quality and get the job done? Read our Good Cook Nonstick Cutlery Review to get our opinion. Smart Savvy Living was provided with products at no cost to us for this Good Cook Knife Review. All opinions are honest and our own. 2023 Update: I can't believe we've been using these …