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To reap the most health benefits of corn, Davis recommends eating it in its least-processed form. Fresh corn on the cob (roasted, grilled, or boiled), or frozen corn (flash-frozen at the peak of freshness and steamed until al dente), are both fantastic ways to enjoy its sweet kernels in all their glory. Minimally processed corn tortillas can be a great option, too, she says, adding that it’s always smart to look at the quality of the corn used and sodium content....

Faux-fur decor pieces elevate your home’s cold-weather sanctuary vibes and they make great holiday gifts for anyone on your list. Luxurious throws and faux-fur pillows offer an easy way to cozy up a couch and a quick comforter swap takes your bed to the next level . Or, invest in snuggly new pieces of furniture for your own space that are comfortable enough to use year-round. When it comes to shopping for loved ones on your holiday list, give the gift of comfort and warmth with microwavable faux-fur slippers and a faux-fur trim robe, which is now 62 percent off in both colors....

The Best Mother’s Day Gift Okay so I can’t take credit for this idea. My husband actually came up with this idea last year – probably after I’d hinted numerous times that what I really wanted for Mother’s Day was a day off from being mom. Don’t get me wrong, I love my kids. I love being a mom. And I’m sure all of the other moms out there do too, but being a mom is also exhausting, especially the past year....

Whether you’re planning a date night, roommate dinner or just cooking for someone you love, these dinner ideas for two prove that two cooks in the kitchen can be a very good thing. Italian Dinner Ideas for Two When you think of Italian dinners for two, pasta certainly comes to mind, but there’s more to this popular cuisine than a bowl of noodles. Italian Fish Stew This quick stew recipe topped with halibut serves four, but it’s easy to cut all ingredients in half!...

Disney cruises are made for kids, and the Oceaneer’s Club on Disney Dream proves why. With its incredible itinerary of activities, safety precautions, and highly trained staff, the Disney Dream Oceaneer’s Club allows parents to leave their kids and enjoy a few hours to relax on their own. It’s excellent in every way and kids will absolutely love the Disney Cruise kids club! If you’re going on a Disney Cruise or considering one, make sure to check out all of the posts in my Disney Cruise series:...

While this may contradict the standard home-selling best practices you’ve heard, many seasoned investors say there are a variety of instances where a real estate agent isn’t really necessary to sell your home. Surprisingly, even some agents themselves waive off certain kinds of transactions if it makes more sense for the seller to do it themselves. However, these specific scenarios will depend on who you are, who you’re trying to sell to, and, of course, the home you’re selling....

Does Flour Go Bad? Have you ever noticed that flour almost always comes in a giant paper bag? While flour is considered to be non-perishable, it will certainly go bad if left in that bag for too long. In fact, flour will only stay fresh for about three months if not stored properly. That’s why you should transfer any store-bought flour to an air-tight container after you open it. By moving the flour to a designated food storage container, you can extend its shelf life for up to two years....

For 17 years, I contributed to a state-sponsored retirement plan; however, according to the rules, I couldn’t draw a monthly pension until I hit age 50 and 20 years of service. But I hadn’t started saving any money until my 40s, and I’d have to work until well after 60 to qualify for an adequate pension. At 48 and divorced, I paid a monthly mortgage and utilities for a house where I lived alone since my son had grown and left home....

“This comforter is exactly what I’ve been looking for,” one reviewer wrote. “It’s good for any season; not overly thick, but high quality. It’s surprisingly light yet has a weight to it that prevents my husband from callously and recklessly exposing my body to the frigid AC while tossing and turning….As an added bonus, the comforter has a luxury hotel feel—like sleeping under a cloud without the excessive puffiness.” Others add that the comforter doesn’t decrease in quality even after several washes, and it’s both lightweight and breathable, so you feel “snug, comfortable, and cool” as you sleep—not overheated....

Celebrate the holidays with these adorable Christmas tree blueberry hand pies! They’re the perfect addition to any Christmas party, a Christmas dessert charcuterie board, or just as a sweet treat for Christmas morning! If you like pie, you’ll like these. If you like blueberries, you’ll like these. And if you just like adorable Christmas treats, you’ll like these too! My sister made them for a recent Christmas movie night, and they were gone in minutes!...

If there’s one flavor combination I can’t resist, it’s s’mores. Whether it’s s’mores bars, cookie s’mores, or even just making my own s’more at a DIY s’more bar, I’m kind of a sucker for the combo of chocolate, marshmallow, and graham cracker. That and rocky road, but I digress. I’ve tried a lot of s’mores cookies in my day and so many of them just fall flat. These cookies on the other hand have all of that s’more flavor you’re looking for, including the toasted marshmallow fluff on top!...

Do you guys remember those Chicken in a Biskit crackers back in the day? I honestly don’t know if they make them anymore but I remember when I was growing up my family almost always had them in the pantry. I personally thought they were gross but my mom and brother ate them by the handfuls. These chicken in a biscuit breakfast muffins really have nothing to do with those crackers other than I thought it was a fun name for this new egg breakfast muffin recipe, especially since they are basically eggs + chicken sausage all in a biscuit muffin....

There’s not much better than a sweet ripe watermelon on a hot summer day. And it’s that time of the year where watermelon is great! But no matter how big or small of a watermelon we get, my family somehow can’t eat it all. So we started making this yummy watermelon slushie as a way to use up all of that extra watermelon before it goes bad. And now it’s out favorite watermelon drink!...

Camping Fun My family loves to get outside and while we may not be the biggest camping family, we really like the idea of camping. And we’ve tried out lots of these indoor camping ideas this summer! And had a backyard campout at grandma’s house complete with a DIY s’mores bar, camping games, and a little round of camping charades around the firepit. This camping scavenger hunt is the latest in our camping activities....