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Other courses get a lift from citrus zest. Sometimes, as in this Chicken and Lemon-Broccoli Alfredo recipe, it’s a primary flavor. Other times, citrus zest adds a little spark to the deep, rich flavors of a simmering savory dish. Try that strategy in this Spring Stroganoff recipe. Last but not least, we love the way lemon or lime zest contrasts the sweetness in citrus desserts, like Lemon Meringue Pie. But what if you’re all set to cook only to discover you’re out of fresh citrus to zest for your recipe?...

Unlike the typical grilled recipe, which cooks at 400°F to 550°F, smoked recipes involve cooking at a low heat created by the smoke itself as the wood chips or chunks smolder rather than burn. (Don’t miss our complete guide on how to smoke food for the ultimate cookouts.) Here is a summary of the main outdoor cooking styles: Grilling: Use a heat source below a grill grate, on which you cook food with the lid open....

Chocolate-Hazelnut and Cherry Topping: To serve, spread each warm muffin with 1 tablespoon chocolate-hazelnut spread, such as Nutella, and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon snipped dried cherries. To Make Ahead: Prepare as directed through Step 3. Divide batter among three 1-quart freezer bags or 1-cup airtight containers. Seal and freeze for up to 1 month. To serve, thaw one or more portions of batter at room temperature for 30 minutes, massaging bag(s) or stirring batter occasionally....

1 16 ounce package powdered sugar (4-1/4 cups) 3 tablespoon meringue powder ½ teaspoon cream of tartar ½ cup warm water 1 teaspoon vanilla

1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour ½ cup butter (1 stick), cubed ½ teaspoon salt 2 egg yolks 3 tablespoon ice water

Best Magnolia Varieties to Grow in a Pot Keep in mind that the smallest varieties of magnolias grow 8-12 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide at full maturity. The good news is that magnolias don’t grow very fast. It can take 20 years for them to reach 20 feet tall. Plus, keeping them in a planter with limited root space will also limit their top growth, especially with some judicious pruning....

What is the Difference Between a Kitchen Range, Stove, Oven, and Cooktop? Many kitchen stove parts are used interchangeably in reference to the same appliance, so knowing the difference can be confusing. Kitchen ranges, often used interchangeably with stove, generally combine both burners (a cooktop or stovetop) and an oven in one appliance. Cooktops break out the burners, or cooking surface, into its own appliance. An oven is simply the inner chamber in which food is heated....

16 slice bacon, crisp-cooked, drained, and finely crumbled, or 1 cup finely chopped Canadian-style bacon 1 cup finely shredded Parmesan and/or Romano cheese (4 ounces) ¼ cup snipped fresh basil ¼ cup finely chopped pepperoncini salad pepper or fresh jalapeño chile pepper* 4 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ teaspoon black pepper title: “Zucchini Boats With Bacon Gremolata” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-21” author: “Corey Astorga” 16 slices bacon, crisp-cooked, drained, and finely crumbled, or 1 cup finely chopped Canadian-style bacon 1 cup finely shredded Parmesan and/or Romano cheese (4 ounces) ¼ cup snipped fresh basil ¼ cup finely chopped pepperoncini salad peppers or fresh jalapeño chile peppers* 4 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel 2 garlic cloves, minced ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Today, party planners love how easy it is to customize popcorn balls with food coloring, candies, and nuts to suit any holiday or party theme. Read on for tips to make the best popcorn balls you’ve ever tasted. How to Make Fresh or Microwave Popcorn Balls We’ll go through all the steps here to make old-fashioned fresh or microwave popcorn balls at home using this basic recipe. Once you’ve got the classic recipe down, you’ll be able to customize the sweet treats with add-ins, too....

Varieties of Baby’s Breath Baby’s Breath Gypsophila paniculata produces clouds of small single or double white or pink flowers on branching stems. Its blue-green leaves are 2-3 inches long. Superior cultivars are often grafted. Plant in zones 5-9. Creeping Baby’s Breath Gypsophila repens seldom grows more than a few inches high and is ideal as a groundcover or for tumbling over rocks and walls. The pink or white flowers are abundant for many weeks in summer....

Calla lilies come in white and shades of pink, yellow, orange, rose, and maroon. Some also have pretty white speckles on their leaves, so they’re attractive even when not in bloom. Here’s how to grow and care for calla lilies in the garden and as houseplants. Calla lilies are toxic to cats and dogs. Where to Plant Calla Lily Calla lilies are native to South Africa and are considered tender perennials since they don’t tolerate freezing weather....

Most sliding closet doors hang by rollers from a track above. Bifold doors are anchored at the bottom and top of one side. On the opposite side, a guide pin slides through a top channel. Parts for these doors are readily available at home centers, hardware stores, or online. If you have a sliding closet door that glides on a bottom track, clean the track with a damp cloth to ensure smooth gliding....

Where Should You Store Cleaning Supplies? How you store cleaning products can be a matter of organizational preference, but where you store them is a safety concern. It’s important to always read the label on any bottle for specific warnings or instructions. Across the board, cleaning supplies should be stored in a cool, dry area with good ventilation. You’ll want to keep bottles away from anything hot or potentially flammable. They should never be kept where pets or kids can grab them....

How to Make a DIY Market Tote Supplies Needed ½ yard main solid fabric½ yard main print fabric1 yard solid lining fabric1 ½ yards of fusible interfacingFree printable patternFabric shears or scissorsTape measurePencil or penIronIroning boardQuilter’s pinsSewing machineThread6-inch sewing gauge Finished Market Bag Tips Bag size: 11x11 inches at the bottom, 13 inches tall, 22x22 opening at the top.Quantities are for 44/45-inch-wide, 100 percent cotton fabrics.Measurements include ¼-inch seam allowances.Sew with right sides together unless otherwise stated....

Jacob’s Ladder Care Must-Knows These perennials grow well in some settings and are finicky in others. Jacob’s ladder prefers well-drained soil; it will not excessively wet soil for long periods. The plant thrives with rich, organic soils, so adding compost to poor soil is a good idea before planting. During extended dry spells, plan on additional watering to keep Jacob’s ladder looking lush. Jacob’s ladder prefers shade, but is adaptable to sunlight conditions, depending on the cultivar....