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take it OUTSIDE 68 EASY IDEAS FOR SUMMER FUN

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CONTENTS JUNE 2017

VOLUME 95

NUMBER 6

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LIFE IN COLOR 126

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PROVING GROUND

LIGHTEN UP

CASUAL FRIDAYS

A blogger’s decorating tricks turn his New Orleans ranch into a dream home.

The brightest fruit and lightest attitude make the best summer cakes, cobblers, and meringues.

The end of the workweek signals party time. Here’s a playbook for keeping spontaneous gatherings stress-free.

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CONTENTS JUNE 2017

VOLUME 95

NUMBER 6

FRESH 12 OBSESSED 16 SHOPKEEPER 18 BEAUTY SOLUTIONS 22 EDITOR’S PICKS HOME 26 COLOR 35 DECORATING Downsizing ups breathing room.

46 ENTERTAINING Tips for low-cost get-togethers.

57 FAMILY SPACES FOR SERVICE ON YOUR SUBSCRIPTION, INCLUDING CHANGE OF ADDRESS, WRITE TO: BETTER HOMES & GARDENS CUSTOMER SERVICE, P.O. BOX 37449, BOONE, IA 50037-0449. PLEASE ENCLOSE YOUR ADDRESS LABEL FROM A RECENT ISSUE. VISIT US AT BHG.COM/SERVICE ON THE INTERNET.

Throw open the doors for neighborhood gatherings.

65 TECH 66 I DID IT! 72 PLANTINGS: IRIS 77 OUTDOOR LIVING 90 THE DIRT 94 GET ORGANIZED FOOD 98 NEW WAYS 102 FAST & FRESH 112 HOW TO COOK

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Pull together a party station.

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BBQ wings with a kick.

118 IN SEASON So-easy freezer jams.

124 TOOLS BETTER 152 HEALTH Taking care of your feet requires more than getting a pedi.

160 GOOD TO KNOW 162 HEALTH NUT 165 FAMILY 166 NUTRITION IN EVERY ISSUE 6 EDITOR’S LETTER 10 BHG.COM 146 THE KITCHEN COOKBOOK

168 THROWBACK

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EDITOR’S LETTER

Alfresco. It’s one of those words magazine editors like me seem to toss around liberally, but in fact not many people use in ordinary conversation. For this outdoor-entertaining issue, our copy chief had to stay on top of making sure we used it only once. (Hope an extra usage didn’t slip through!) What we are trying to say is: We love to gather and eat outside. There’s something about having a summertime dinner under the stars, surrounded by friends and family, with lighting low enough that you can look up and see the Milky Way. It feels special without effort. We are more relaxed and, dare I say, at our happiest. Maybe it satisfies a yearning to gather around a campfi re like our ancestors did. Pretensions dissolve, and the troubles or disagreements of the day fall away. Picture yourself in that context, and invariably a good memory will pop into your head. For me, it is making pizza for 20 in an old river-stone fi replace outside our little lake cabin in upstate New York or enjoying dinner viewing the vast horizon line of the ocean while on vacation. Back at home, I eat outdoors as much as possible—depending on the mosquitoes. Dinner is never anything fancy, just a simple table setting, a few hurricane lamps, and everything cooked on the grill (which I do year-round). It seems to me that when we’re away from the distractions we experience indoors, it’s easier to focus on what mealtimes are all about: enjoying a few hours with people STEPHEN ORR, we love. However they happen to phrase it, Editor in Chief the next time someone asks me to dine instagram @steporr alfresco my answer will be yes. twitter @orrsteporr

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Pack your basket with unbreakable plates that look like china, disposable napkins that feel like linen, and faceted acrylic glasses that shine like crystal. These sophisticated ﬁnds bring a taste of ﬁne dining to the great outdoors.

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The sophistication of silverware without the washing up. $12.95 for eight sets; eatdrinkhost.com

Roll out this extra-large cotton blanket and get your lounge on. About $92; mayde.com.au

This tote includes a removable cooler and collapses ﬂat for storage. $89; markandgraham.com

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Italian design in a tough-as-nails acrylic pitcher brightens any table. $60; graciousstyle.com

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Acrylic that passes for cut crystal? We’ll drink to that. $48 for set of four; qsquarednyc.com

A chic print makes these paper napkins look like damask. $18 for 20; thenapkinsus.com

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With pieces from Venture to Kelly and designers like Calypso Bryce’s go-to spots and Wilt, this to experience St. Simons contemporary boutique Island like a local. has been a fashion mecca for two decades. Kelly and Bryce are both avid collectors. marimaxssi.com

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Kayaks, paddleboards, dolphin tours—start your water adventure here. Then check out the two retail stores for outdoor gear and vintage maps. southeastadventure.com

This local seafood and steak spot has been family-owned for more than 20 years. Bryce says their blackened ﬁ let is the best steak on the island. crabdaddys seafoodgrill.com

The Vine’s owners don’t want houseplants to be relegated to the role of corner fillers. Bryce Vann Brock and Kelly Revels want them to be masterpieces. And they will help you create one. Start with the container. Choose from a mix of funky pots, classic Italian terra-cotta, a line of oyster-shell planters designed in-house—or B.Y.O.P. (Bring Your Own Planter). Fill it from The Vine’s selection of plant species you don’t often find at other nurseries: dracaena, yucca cane, and ruffled double tulips, to name a few. If you want to be really hands-on, they lead workshops on making terrariums, centerpieces, and floral arrangements. For all of it, Kelly says, their goal is to bring high horticulture to an attainable level for everyone. “We want to give people a piece of the world without breaking the bank.” vinegarden market.com Q

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Step into The Vine, a St. Simons Island, GA, one-stop shop cherished for its signature containers, design services, and garden market.

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SUN-CARE GUIDE Your warm-weather sunscreen routine isn’t as effective as you think. Top dermatologists weigh in on common misconceptions and what you should be doing.

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Every time you step outside—even for 10 minutes during your daily commute or lunch errands—you’re exposed to ultraviolet rays that cause skin cancer and wrinkles. What’s more, this UV exposure lasts longer than you think. Research shows that sunlight activates a chemical reaction in the skin cells, triggering DNA mutations that continue in the dark. “Ten minutes in the sun without sunscreen can end up causing hours’ worth of damage,” says Mona Gohara, M.D., associate clinical professor of dermatology at Yale University. Indoors, your skin is still susceptible to aging UVA rays, which penetrate glass. Wear daily moisturizer with broad spectrum SPF 30 on your face and neck, and pack along a mineral powder with sunscreen for a midday touch-up.

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“Unless it’s pitch dark, there are enough UV rays present to cause skin cancer and aging,” Gohara says. Even in the shade, sunlight reflects onto you off of sand, concrete, and even grass. Always pair your sun hat with SPF—even the widest brim leaves parts of your face and neck exposed. Similarly, gaps in sunglasses expose the thin skin around your eyes; apply sunscreen there, too, including the top lid, which is a common spot for melanoma, says Joshua Zeichner, M.D., director of cosmetic and clinical research at Mount Sinai Hospital’s department of dermatology. Opt for a formula with acrylates, which help the lotion adhere to skin, Zeichner says (sport sunscreens typically have a high concentration), or use a

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sunscreen made for the eye area or an eye cream with SPF. (Try Supergoop Advanced Antiaging Eye Cream SPF 37, $32; supergoop.com.) Finally, keep a sunscreen stick handy to cover your hands (pun intended). Their thin skin is often neglected, so it tends to be the first area to show spots and crepey skin caused by sun.

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In theory, yes. In real life, not so much. Even if your makeup contains the American Academy of Dermatology’s recommended SPF 30 (most makeup contains only 15 or 20), its protection depends on using a certain quantity, likely much more than you use for makeup. “For adequate protection, you need at least a nickel-size amount

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Shade is a must for beach days, but it doesn’t replace sunscreen. Look for a formula containing SPF 30 or higher, and make sure you also see the term broad spectrum on the label. This indicates protection from UVB and UVA rays, which is crucial because both cause skin cancer.

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applied in an even layer across the entire face,” Zeichner says. A swipe of foundation or powder isn’t going to cut it, especially if you’re spending time in the sun. Plus, few people put makeup on their ears or neck. It’s best to think of complexion perfecters with SPF as a bonus, not a primary defense. And remember your lips. “You need to use a lip product with at least an SPF 15 daily,” Zeichner says, adding that the bottom lip is another common spot for melanomas. If your formula doesn’t come with SPF, layer a protective balm underneath or on top. In a pinch, an opaque lipstick provides some coverage, but avoid glossy formulas without sunscreen if you’re headed to the pool or beach because they can amplify a sunburn.

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“Get in the habit of lotioning up before you leave the house. A chemical sunscreen should be applied 30 minutes ahead of time to fully penetrate the skin, Gohara says. This practice also allows you to apply in the buff so you’re less likely to miss a spot. (Bathing suit straps and rash guards move around, after all.) Reapply every two hours, or after swimming or excessive sweating. Be generous with the amount of sunscreen you use each time. For the new foam formulations, Zeichner recommends using walnutsize amounts: one on the face; two on each arm; two on the stomach, back, and chest; and four on each leg.

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1 Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Face Dry-Touch Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50, $11.99; neutrogena.com Q 2 Coppertone Clearly Sheer Whipped Sunscreen SPF 30, $10.99; drugstores Q 3 EOS Active Protection in Fresh Grapefruit with SPF 30, $3.99; Target Q 4 La Roche-Posay My UV Patch, available for free; laroche-posay.us Q 5 Avène Hydrating Sunscreen Balm SPF 50+, $16; aveneusa.com Q 6 SkinCeuticals Ultimate UV Defense SPF 50, $40; skinceuticals.com Q 7 Aveeno Baby Continuous Protection Sensitive Skin Lotion Zinc Oxide Sunscreen SPF 50, $10.49; Target Q

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lovely LIPS The best facelift is a new lip color. And this summer’s happiest shades come in hydrating gloss, sheer tints, or rich matte coverage.

This pampering gloss contains hyaluronic acid, a hydrating ingredient usually found in skin creams and serums. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Lip Shine in Pink Sorbet, $8.99; drugstores

Still searching for a perfect nude? There’s a shade for every skin tone in this collection of 10. Maybelline New York Color Sensational

Have you tried liquid lipstick yet? It goes on like a gloss but has the pigment load of a full-coverage lipstick. This one also has a shiny finish. L’Oréal Paris Infallible Paints Lip Color in Wild Rose, $9.99; drugstores

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formula comes in three pretty shades. ChapStick Total Hydration Moisture + Tint in Coral Blush,

Urban Decay Vice Liquid Lipstick in Tilt, $18; urbandecay.com Q

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Apply the rich base shade for long-lasting color, then top with the gloss to leave lips soft and shiny. CoverGirl Outlast AllDay Color & Gloss in Nude Intensity, $8.99; drugstores

PROMOTION

Expert tips for the season from New York dermatologist Dr. Debra Jaliman

Protect Every Day

This is the season for enjoying the great outdoors. That means it’s time to adjust your skincare routine so your skin looks great and stays healthy all summer long.

Daily sunscreen is a must because skin-damaging UVA rays are present even when it’s cloudy. Wear broadspectrum, SPF 30 sunscreen every day, and water-resistant formulas for those beach days.

Get the Glow For a healthy glow, self-tanners are a safer alternative to a suntan. Today’s formulas, available in your choice of spray, mousse, lotion and wipes, are more streak-free and foolproof than ever.

Change Your Routine Summer skin beneﬁts from a change in your facial cleansing routine. If you usually use a mild cleanser, consider an exfoliating cleanser — especially if your skin is oily or blemish-prone.

AM/PM Cleanse your face every morning and evening to avoid bumpy skin. Removing environmental pollutants, sunscreen and makeup is especially vital before bed, because a clean face beneﬁts more from sleep’s skin-repairing effects.

Healthy Skin All Over

PROSKIN Starts with being proactive

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COLOR

SEA SHADES This spectrum of aquatic hues, from seafoam to teal, has us looking to the coast for inspiration. The mix of cool corresponding colors lives happily alongside bright white and sandy beige, like waves meeting the shore. Take a cue and pair these shades with seagrass and rattan accents.

DECORATOR TIP

Sea glass beads make lovely accents. $45; blisshome anddesign.com

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HOME COLOR

#BLUELOVES GREEN When it comes to pairing shades of blue and green, no one is more dedicated than designer Mark D. Sikes, whose signature Instagram hashtag celebrates the palette. “When brought inside, it’s the most magical combination,” he says. Especially apt for summer decorating, these coastal tones “feel fresh, like you’re truly living indoor-outdoor.”

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Paired with shiny nickel hardware, this cheery shade livens up kitchen cabinets. RG150-02 Kilz

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CARIBBEAN HIDEAWAY In the jungle along Playa Grande Beach in the Dominican Republic, designer Celerie Kemble played with blue-greens to emphasize the Victorian architecture of nine beachside bungalows. The pale seafoam ceiling draws eyes up and creates a sense of coolness, while teal frames Colonial-style shutters. A mix of vintage accessories continues the casual island vibe.

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Jamie and Brad Simon, with Kāne, Kaia, and a pair of pups, softened the look of their Seal Beach, CA, home by whitewashing the redbrick steps and painting the dark brown exterior white.

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It’s modern farmhouse meets boho beach cottage. HOMEOWNER JAMIE SIMON

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FOR JAMIE AND BRAD SIMON, moving from a 2,900-square-foot home to a small bungalow meant lightening their load. “We spent too much time cleaning and too much money ﬁlling rooms we didn’t use,” Jamie says. But to make their downsized digs work for their family of four, they didn’t just need less stuff, they also needed smart design. So they removed some walls, enlarged windows, added skylights, and vaulted the ceilings into the attic. “It is still snug, but adding more ‘air’ gave us breathing room,” Jamie says. A fresh coat of white on everything—outside and inside—unites the open plan. Finishing outdoor areas to serve as bonus living spaces gave them plenty of room to spread out and enjoy their sunny new beachside location.

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SIGHT LINES In the living room, above, the mantel wall is a focal point, so Jamie and Brad hid the TV in a barn door cabinet. The fenced front yard, right, provides more privacy than the back, so they claimed it as living space and added a dining table for eight, lounge chairs, and a ﬁre pit.

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SPACE PLANNING Tearing down a wall separating the kitchen and dining room made for larger prep and cook spaces, right, plus a more open and casual dining area, below. The round table makes it easy to slide into corner bench seating. In the kitchen, glasses and pitchers also function as art. “I don’t own 20 glasses,” Jamie says. “I just have a few, so when you see them on the shelves, that’s a fully functional display.”

TEXTILE DETAILS Jamie stays true to her white palette with two exceptions: pillows and rugs. “My husband is always asking ‘Another rug? Really?’ But they add a hit of color and that beachy boho vibe I love.” All Jamie’s rug picks have some red, faded pink, or blue so they work together. Her favorite rug sources: Etsy, One Kings Lane, and Rachel Ashwell.

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CLUTTER CONTROL Organizing kid gear is key to keeping small spaces working hard. In the shared oﬃce and playroom, Jamie goes vertical. A cube unit with soft-sided bins holds musical instruments, toys, and books. A pegged storage wall displays artwork and keeps supplies and school bags in sight and in reach.

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IT’S A SIMPLER LIFE TO GO OUTSIDE AND PLAY AND LEARN AND SEE THE BEACH. JAMIE SIMON

A tiered deck with furniture groupings breaks what was a long path into multiple outdoor rooms.

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MATERIAL MATTERS Black accents and a mix of materials— shiplap, barnwood, and grass cloth—give texture to the neutral master bath, right. A skylight brings in extra light without sacriﬁcing privacy.

SMART STORAGE In the master bedroom, far right, built-in cabinets organize all their clothing and shoes, eliminating the need for a bulky dresser. Q BUYING INFORMATION : BHG.com/Resources

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Group tea lights in holders, top, for twinkling color. $5.98 each (ﬁve color options); worldmarket.com BRANCHING OUT String lights wrapped in greenery enhance the romance, above. How-to, far right. STATEMENT PIECE Hang paper lanterns in a cascading bouquet. Attach each globe to ﬁ shing line, gather the lines, and hang. $.83–$4.98 each; justartifacts.com

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Free download Get the how-tos and recipes from this story at BHG.com/ BudgetParty.

WHAT YOU N E E D Outdoor string lights, fl orists wire, and silver dollar or seeded eucalyptus. Find it at fl orists and grocery stores for about $5 a bunch. Three bunches will cover a standard 12-foot string. WHAT YOU DO Attach sprigs of eucalyptus to the lights by wrapping fl orists wire around the cord. GOOD TO KNOW Eucalyptus stays fresh for about two weeks if stored indoors, out of direct sunlight.

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Rachel and Justin Cauntay installed an exterior counter, left, under the big kitchen-sink window. The open window keeps the hosts connected to the party outside and creates a handy pass-through. In the kitchen, below, a watery turquoise color makes the butcher-block-topped island a statement centerpiece. “ EV E N O U R RO O M BA

couldn’t ﬁgure out the weird 1970s layout,” says homeowner Rachel Cauntay. But with a little work (and lots of turquoise, lemon yellow, and coral red), Rachel and husband Justin transformed their Sebastopol, CA, home into an oasis in the thick of the dog-walking, kid-biking action. They reworked interiors to play up views of the backyard orchard and redwood groves. Now the open, sun-ﬁlled spaces of the kitchen and dining and living rooms draw guests to the spacious rear deck, site of the regular family-night gatherings Justin and Rachel host for neighbors. Everyone brings a dish, shares kid duty, and enjoys the outdoors. “It’s a great way for our kids to grow up,” Rachel says. BY K AT H Y B A R N E S P H OTO S DAV I D T S AY

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The tropical colors Rachel favors are a nod to the Bahamas, where she grew up. Coral pillows, turquoise cushions, and deep yellow accents add zing to the weathered wood of the deck furniture, where she hangs out with daughters Nina and Toby, left.

TEXTURE MATTERS To break up the white envelope of their interior spaces, the Cauntays deployed texture. In the kitchen, below left, a white high-relief tile backsplash does the trick, and in the living room, below, reclaimed boards hang ﬂoor to ceiling around the gas ﬁreplace.

RIGHT ANGLES The Cauntays make the many angles of their 1970s home layout work for them. The dining table, right, sits at an angle to follow the lines of the kitchen steps. A bench keeps the room informal and prevents a tangle of table legs in the traﬃc pattern. The bronze-and-glass pyramid-shape Modo chandelier (by Jason Miller for Design Within Reach) looks great from any vantage point.

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The master bedroom’s private deck overlooks a grove of redwood trees. “One of my favorite things is to sleep with the doors open,” Rachel says.

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Splashes of coral and turquoise add color to the oﬃce fashioned from the former breakfast nook. A sliding door provides privacy.

High windows ﬂood the master bathroom with light, and a coral-red vanity (Habanero Pepper 1306 by Benjamin Moore) punches up poured-concrete sinks.

Fashion and function pack a reading nook in Toby’s room thanks to a built-in book drawer and whimsical Birds & Butterﬂies wallpaper by Schumacher.

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COUNTER SERVICE Family-night gatherings are potlucks. A deck table serves as the main buﬀet, and its bench is put to work as a drinks station, left. Wrapping utensils in napkins and stashing them in Mason jars, bottom far left, makes them grab and go. (And the napkins won’t blow away.) The counter below the window becomes a dessert bar, top far left. Dishes get passed through the window for quick cleanup. Q

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TIVOLI PAL BT A retro analog AM/FM tuner meets Bluetooth technology in a weatherproof portable device. A single charge lets you dial up and play your fave tunes for 16 hours. $199.99; tivoliaudio.com

LEMON CALIFORNIA ROLL Say hello to your new beach (or pool) buddy. Solar powered and waterproof, this 9-inch-long cylinder keeps the music going all day. $249; lemon-california.com

A color screen displays album art and time of day.

TRIBY FAMILY It’s a portable Alexa-friendly speaker, Internet phone, and message pad in one. Download the app to send notes on the connected display and set phone numbers and radio stations. $199; invoxia.com

COMO AUDIO SOLO This hi-ﬁ speaker with superb sound connects to Wi-Fi to play music via Spotify and Internet radio, or use Bluetooth to stream from your own music source. $299; comoaudio.com

BOOSTSOUND BTS09 This plate-size Bluetooth speaker with aluminum alloy mesh ﬁlls any room with big sound. An adjustable LED light in back casts a soft glow. $69.99; amazon.com

MIRROR, MIRROR on the bathroom wall is also a Bluetooth speaker with LED light. A built-in battery with charging cord means there’s no need for wiring; just hang and connect for music and hands-free phone calls. The antifog mirror stays clear no matter how steamy it gets. Vezzo mirror (24"×32") $395; viiomirrors.com Q BY DIANA DICKIN SON ILLUSTR ATIONS R ACHEL KING BIRCH

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A search for low-cost, high-style kitchen pendants led to this homeowner’s lightbulb moment: an off-the-shelf fixture with a simple lampshade swap for just $60.

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BY KIT SEL ZER PHOTOS DESIGNING VIBES

To cap oﬀ the makeover of her Chattanooga, TN, kitchen, Erica Van Slyke had her heart set on statement lights above the island. She found inspiration on her favorite designers’ websites , gravitating to sleek pendants with modern cone shades. “They give a kitchen a high-end, reﬁ ned look,” Erica says. However, she wasn’t about to pay as much as $500 a pendant. She realized she could adapt a $20 homecenter pendant (the kind with a small glass shade that attaches at the bottom) by setting a taple-lamp shade on top of the pendant base. In half an hour, Erica put together a pair of pendants for a total of $120. “I was surprised by how easy it was,” Erica says. See page 68 for the how-to and page 70 for more lights from other creative DIYers.

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WHAT SHE DID

Erica and her husband, Jon, used one 12-inch rod for each pendant to make sure they hung at the proper height above the island. found in the lighting aisle. Thread the wires through the coupling.

SECURE THE COUPLING

Screw the coupling onto the exposed connector threads at the top of the lamp socket.

ADD A CONNECTOR

Some of the rods that come with the pendant have connectors—short metal tubes that are threaded on the outside. Unscrew one connector from one of the rods, thread the wires through it, and screw it into the top of the coupling.

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A ready-made pendant serves as the base. You won’t use the shade that comes with it, and the lamp socket will be Coupling with brass hidden by your shade. ﬁ nish, size 1/8-IP So select a pendant Lampshade (such as 7×18×12 HomeConcept based on your ﬁ nish and style preference Empire, $39.99; for the rod and canopy amazon.com) (the plate that attaches to the ceiling).

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If the rod won’t ﬁt through the shade hole, you’ll need to add a spacer long enough to extend from the top of the lamp socket through the shade hole. Start with a coupling, a short metal tube that’s threaded on the inside. They’re

You have options when it comes to upgrading a hanging light: Q ADAP T A PE N DANT. Like Erica, you can buy a pendant and replace the shade that comes with it. Choose a ﬁxture with rods or a cord meant to be exposed. Q PU RC H A S E J U ST TH E F IX T U R E . Look for a pendant with the lamp socket only (like the Q CO NVE RT A R EC E S S E D LI G HT. A conversion kit lets you hang a pendant where you currently have a recessed light without

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Thread the wires through the shade hole.

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Thread the wires through a rod, and screw the rod to the exposed connector. Screw other rods together to reach desired length. Install the light.

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A light ﬁxture is a great project for a beginner—not a lot of outlay on materials but loads of instant gratiﬁcation. Check out these three clever designs for $65 or less.

CONCRETE LAMP This ombré lamp took Elisha Albretsen of Gilbert, AZ, less than two hours to make (before curing time) using six layers of concrete, each tinted with a decreasing

Make this lamp Get the instructions for this project at BHG.com/ CopperLamp.

BOWL PENDANT Sarah Fogle, an Atlanta-area DIYer, fell for a $150 modern clear-glass pendant for her Jenni Radosevich, who writes the blog I Spy DIY in Milwaukee, saw a tubular tripod lamp created by a design studio online and ﬁ gured out a DIY version using copper pipes. PROJ ECT COST $65. Q

WHAT S H E D I D Jenni found ½-inch copper

pipe at the hardware store and had it cut into seven pieces—from 4 inches to 5 feet long. She assembled the frame in a few minutes, gluing the joints with E6000 industrial adhesive. The lampshade is a vintage light with a wired socket; all Jenni had to do was spray it with copper paint (she used Montana Black in Copper Chrome; montana-cans.com). But you could buy a socket (check lamp parts sources, such as 1000bulbs.com) and shade. Run the socket cord from the socket through the longest tube and add an electrical plug to the end of the cord by connecting it to the exposed wires. (Consult an electrician.) Q FO R B E ST R E S U LT S Gather all your copper pieces and test-ﬁ t them before gluing.

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Q FO R B E ST R E S U LT S

Buy or borrow two special drill bits for the wooden foot: a spade bit and a Forstner bit. (You’ll also need a diamond bit for the glass bowl.) For a complete how-to, go to Sarah’s blog, The Ugly Duckling House. Q BUYING INFORMATION : BHG.com/Resources

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BEARDED IRIS

The exuberant flowers of this old-fashioned perennial may be as flouncy as a ball gown but they’re actually tough as nails given the right conditions.

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With their elegant blooms and vast color oﬀerings, bearded iris make a choice cut ﬂower. If you love them as much as we do, look for reblooming varieties to plant. You’ll fall in love again during their second season.

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Inky purple blooms add regal color to your ﬂowerbed.

35 inches

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Miniature bearded iris add color to small spaces.

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These two-tone ﬂowers rebloom in fall.

36 inches

‘J E N N I FE R RE B ECCA’

This variety has a hint of purple amid the pink. Reblooms in late summer.

35 inches

‘ TE N CAR AT D IAM O N D ’

Citrus tints these white blooms.

44 inches

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Glamour comes to life in these apricot-and-wine ﬂowers.

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RUFFLED BLOOMS OF BEARDED IRIS ARE AVAILABLE IN SHOWY COLORS, INCLUDING VARIEGATED, BICOLOR, OR BLENDS.

Dogs Prefer the Treat that Starts with Meat,

Around Mother’s Day the first bearded iris bloom—after the daffodils and a few days before the roses. Sprouting up from fat, knobby rhizomes, the plants are hardy and easy to grow, and the flowers bloom for weeks. After flowers fade, the silvery, sword-shape foliage adds texture to garden beds.

The falls of ‘High Octane’ are port wine and golden lemon yellow.

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Wait until flowers fade, then dig up clumps, rinse off the soil with a hose, and separate rhizomes with your fingers or a knife. Each

rhizome should be about the size of your thumb and have at least one leaf. Discard rhizomes that no longer have leaves. Cut the leaves back to about 4 inches tall and replant about 12–18 inches apart. If you have extras, share with a friend: Iris are among the easiest pass-along plants.

Our favorite sources for a wide selection of bearded iris varieties: Rainbow Iris Farms (rainbowfarms.net), Roots & Blooms (rootsandblooms.us), Schreiner’s Iris Gardens (schreinersgardens.com), and White Flower Farm (whiteﬂowerfarm.com).

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Bearded iris flowers have three parts: the standards, or standing petals; the falls, which cascade down and are sometimes ruffled; and the beards, fuzzy spots where the two kinds of petals meet. Q HEIGHT Most iris are classified as Tall Bearded, which grow 28–48 inches tall. At the other end of the spectrum, Miniature Dwarf Bearded iris reach 8 inches. Between those are four other size classifications, so there’s an iris for every garden.

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TRY THIS QUICK, THREE-INGREDIENT MARINADE BASE In the morning, whisk together equal parts olive oil, soy sauce and lemon juice and marinate steak, seafood, chicken, tofu or mushrooms until dinner. When it’s time to eat, ﬁre up the grill and be at the table in minutes.

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Selected for their unusual shapes, bold-leaved succulents, grasses, and cycads provide structural interest in the outdoor living room’s concrete raised beds.

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A fountain at one end of the swimming pool masks street noises and makes an eye-catching focal point for the garden. “At night, it’s glorious,” says Jennifer of the lighting statement it creates.

ike so many of us, after vacationing at a retro-cool resort, Jeff Timon and Jennifer Johnson dreamed of having daily access to those same amenities. “We wanted our house to be our own little Parker,” Jennifer says of the Parker Palm Spring’s 13 acres of gardens, fountains, and pools. Judy Kameon of Elysian Landscapes designed the resort’s grounds to be explored, with hidden gathering spaces connected by walkways. “It was a big wish list for such a small space,” Jennifer says of her desire for a similar feel at her Los Angeles midcentury modern ranch. But Kameon turned what Jennifer says was a “ﬂat yard with Spanish tile all over” into “my own little sanctuary.” Now a water fountain marks the entrance, which leads to a series of well-appointed outdoor rooms: a pergola-covered dining room, a living room, a ﬁre pit, a pool and spa area, and a side yard with a patch of synthetic grass (an answer to Los Angeles’ frequent water restrictions).

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A wood-veneered concrete wall provides a backdrop for a dramatic planting of (from left) Aeonium arboreum ‘Zwartkop’, Aeonium ‘Carol’, velvet elephant ear (Kalanchoe beharensis), and Oscularia deltoides.

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Go bold. Add one big element: a striking plant, an oversize daybed, or a huge container. WHAT S H O U LD EVE RY BAC K YAR D HAVE ?

At least one tree. There is nothing lovelier than spending time beneath the canopy of a tree. WHAT ARE YO U R TI PS TO C R E ATE A RE L A XI N G R E TR E AT?

A comfortable piece of furniture, the sound of water, and plants that screen out the neighbors.

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Jennifer says the family eats outside almost every evening in nice weather (here with Jeﬀ; their daughter, Ingrid; and Jennifer’s mother, Leslye Didner). A pergola outﬁtted with a retractable canvas awning covers the outdoor dining room. Blues in the tabletop tiles and seat cushions echo the pool water.

The grill and cook station are steps from the dining table. Jeﬀ grills the family’s signature dish: lamb chops and organic vegetables.

Board-formed concrete (a process where cement is poured into wooden frames) results in a distinctively irregular texture.

The side yard was designed with a built-in bench and cushion. Artiﬁcial turf softens the hard angles.

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Glowing like little lightbulbs in the garden, silver- and bronze-color leaves’ reﬂ ective shine illuminates shady areas: corners, north and east sides of buildings, porches. Conveniently, many of the metallic plants prefer shade, like brunnera, lamium, and mottled trillium.

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When it comes to pairings, aim for a one- or two-color palette. Silver works as the star of the show or a retiring background. (So your carnival-color zinnias can shine.) Just know that as a background, silver plants intensify other plant colors, so it’s best to stick to a simple palette. Too many ﬂ ower and foliage colors paired with silver make for a muddled mess.

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PRECIOUS METALS Silver and bronze may mean second or third place at the Olympics, but they’re always top performers in the garden. Copper shines, too.

SILVER 1 S I B E RIAN B U G LOS S (Brunnera macrophylla ‘Jack Frost’) Handsome shade plant. Zones 5–8 2 SPOTTED DEADNETTLE Silvery groundcover. Zones 3–8

3 L AVE N D E R COT TO N (Santolina chamaecyparissus) Fragrant mound of silver foliage; 18" tall. Zones 7–9

COPPER 4 ‘SWEET CAROLINE BRONZE’ SWEET POTATO VINE (Ipomoea batatas) Coppery-bronze leaves; sun or shade. Annual 5 ‘BRONZE CARPET’ SEDUM (Sedum spurium) Drought-tolerant groundcover. Zones 3–9

6 COPPER PLANT (Acalypha wilkesiana) Coppery shrub for the South; up to 5' tall. Zones 10–11

BRONZE 7 ‘RED DRAGON’ FLEECEFLOWER (Persicaria microcephala) Silver and mint green leaf accents. Zones 5–9 8 ‘BRONZE PEACOCK’ RO DG E R S IA

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Get a partitioned insert for your large Kuggis box, and it becomes a party tackle kit. (The insert sits handily under the lid.) Kuggis insert, $6.99; ikea.com

You don’t have to store a bulky drinks tub. The same Kuggis bin you use to stash glasses and barware between parties becomes a great big ice bucket. When the party is over, dump, dry, and repack.

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INDIVIDUAL MASHED CARROT & POTATO BAKES In a 4-qt. pot cook 1 lb. carrots, cut into 2-inch chunks, and 1 lb. potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks, in lightly salted

boiling water 25 to 30 minutes or until very tender. Drain. Let stand 10 minutes to cool slightly. Transfer to a large bowl; coarsely mash. Stir in 1⁄2 cup heavy cream, 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese, 1 lightly beaten egg, and 1⁄2 tsp. salt.

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ROASTED CARROTS WITH CARROT-TOP PESTO For pesto: Trim tops from 2 lb. carrots; thoroughly rinse and dry. Strip the leaves from the stems; discard stems. Measure 2 cups loosely packed leaves. Place in a food processor with 2 cups loosely packed basil leaves, ⁄3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 ⁄4 cup toasted pine nuts, 4 halved garlic cloves, and 1⁄4 tsp. salt. With 1

food processor running, puree while pouring in 1⁄3 cup olive oil in a stream, scraping sides as necessary; set aside. For carrots: Toss carrots with 2 Tbsp. olive oil, 1 ⁄2 tsp. salt, and 1⁄2 tsp. black pepper. Place in a baking pan; roast at 425ºF for 25 minutes or until tender. Serve with Carrot-Top Pesto. Makes 4 servings.

ROSEMARY & CARROT RIBBON PAPPARDELLE Using a vegetable peeler, cut 1 lb. carrots into ﬂat ribbons. Transfer to a large colander. Meanwhile cook 8 oz. dried pappardelle pasta in lightly salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain in same colander as carrots, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid. In a large skillet heat 1⁄2 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts, 2 Tbsp. butter, 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary, and 1 ⁄2 tsp. salt over medium heat until

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cup chopped red onion Tbsp. red wine vinegar tsp. Dijon-style mustard skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, pounded to ³⁄4 inch thickness Tbsp. olive oil hard-cooked eggs, peeled and halved ripe avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and sliced oz. blue cheese head romaine lettuce, torn (8 to 10 cups) slices bacon, crisp-cooked and coarsely crumbled

1. In a small bowl stir together onion, vinegar, mustard, and a pinch salt; let stand at least 30 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, season chicken on both sides with salt and black pepper; brush with 1 Tbsp. olive oil. Grill on rack of a covered grill directly over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes or until 165°F, turning once. 3. Divide chicken, egg halves, avocado, and blue cheese over romaine among four plates. Whisk remaining 2 Tbsp. olive oil into onion mixture; drizzle over salads. Sprinkle with bacon. Makes 4 servings. EACH SERVING 596 cal, 32 g fat, 281 mg chol, 657 mg sodium, 11 g carb, 5 g ﬁber, 63 g pro.

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15-oz. carton whole-milk ricotta cheese 1 lb. mixed fresh peas, such as sugar snap pea pods, snow pea pods, and/or shelled English peas 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil ¹⁄2 cup thinly sliced shallot 6 thick slices crusty bread, toasted or grilled 1¹⁄2 cups pea shoots, pea sprouts, or baby lettuce leaves Champagne vinegar

1. Whisk ricotta in a medium bowl for 30 seconds; season with salt and black pepper. Bring a large pot of salted water to boiling. Add peas. Cook 3 minutes or until bright green and crisp-tender. Drain in a colander; rinse with cold water. Drain well. 2. In a small skillet heat oil over medium heat. Add shallot. Cook 7 minutes or until softened and just golden, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. 3. Spread toasted bread slices generously with ricotta. Toss peas and pea shoots together; mound over ricotta. Spoon shallot mixture over all. Drizzle with vinegar. Sprinkle with ﬂaky sea salt. Makes 6 servings. EACH SERVING 336 cal, 14 g fat, 36 mg chol, 559 mg sodium, 37 g carb, 5 g ﬁber, 16 g pro.

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HANDS-ON TIME 20 min. TOTAL TIME 50 min. 10 large eggs 1¹⁄2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese ¹⁄2 cup ﬁnely grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese 4 to 6 thin slices smoked ham, torn into pieces 2 Tbsp. butter 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 large spring onion or 4 green onions, sliced into thin rounds 10 oz. mixed baby greens, such as chard, kale, and/or spinach

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl whisk together eggs, cheeses, ham, and ¹⁄4 tsp. black pepper. In an oven-going 10-inch skillet heat 1 Tbsp. butter and 1 Tbsp. oil over medium heat until butter is melted. Add onion; cook and stir 2 minutes or until tender. Gradually add greens; cook and toss 2 minutes or until wilted. Transfer to a colander to drain, pressing out excess liquid. Stir greens into eggs. 2. In the same skillet heat remaining butter and oil over medium heat until butter is melted. Pour in egg mixture. Bake 20 minutes or until slightly puﬀed and set. Remove; let cool 10 minutes before serving. Makes 6 servings. EACH SERVING 342 cal, 27 g fat, 356 mg chol, 498 mg sodium, 3 g carb, 1 g ﬁber, 21 g pro.

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ROASTED TOMATO & ARTICHOKE PASTA

THE PAN THAT CAN Sheet-pan pasta sauce is our new favorite super-quick dish. Roast an antipastoinspired mix of cherry tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, and herbs, and toss with pasta. It’s equally delicious hot or room temp.

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EFFORTLESS UPGRADE Elevate two of the easiest dinner components—sautéed ﬁ sh and wilted spinach—with the addition of sweet onion, lemon slices, and crunchy tarragon-ﬂecked bread crumbs.

FISH WITH CRISPY BREAD CRUMBS , SPINACH & ONIONS

ROASTED TOMATO & ARTICHOKE PASTA When you drain the marinated artichoke hearts, don’t toss the liquid, which is oft en a ﬂavorful mix of oil, vinegar, salt, and spices. Use it for a quick vinaigrette, drizzle some over grilled vegetables, or brush on baguette slices to toast in the oven.

So, what’s for dinner? Visit BHG.com/ MyDinner to build a menu out of ingredients you have on hand.

HANDS-ON TIME 15 min. TOTAL TIME 25 min. 8

oz. dried campanelle or penne pasta ¹⁄4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 6.5- to 7.5-oz. jar quartered marinated artichoke hearts, drained 10 to 12 oz. red and/or yellow cherry tomatoes ¹⁄2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, drained 6 sprigs fresh thyme 6 sprigs fresh oregano ¹⁄2 tsp. crushed red pepper (optional)

FISH WITH CRISPY BREAD CRUMBS, SPINACH & ONIONS Vidalia and Walla Walla onions are named for the cities in which they’re grown in Georgia and Washington, respectively, and prized for their sweet ﬂavor. Both are available nationwide during summer. TOTAL TIME 30 min.

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; return to pot. Toss with 1 Tbsp. olive oil. 2. In a shallow baking pan toss artichoke hearts, tomatoes, and olives with remaining 3 Tbsp. oil, the herbs, and, if desired, crushed red pepper. Roast 5 to 7 minutes or until tomatoes are sizzling and beginning to burst, stirring once. Transfer mixture to pot with pasta; toss to combine. Makes 4 servings. EACH SERVING 403 cal, 21 g fat, 876 mg sodium, 47 g carb, 3 g ﬁber, 8 g pro.

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4 2 1 1

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fresh or frozen skinless ﬂounder, tilapia, or cod ﬁllets, ¹⁄2 inch thick lemons cup coarse soft bread crumbs Tbsp. chopped fresh tarragon cup butter Tbsp. olive oil Vidalia or Walla Walla onions (1¹⁄4 lb. total), halved and sliced (4 cups) 5- to 6-oz. package baby spinach

1. Thaw ﬁ sh, if frozen. Pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper. Slice one lemon; halve other lemon. In a medium bowl toss bread crumbs with

tarragon and a pinch salt. In a very large skillet heat 1 Tbsp. butter over medium heat. Add crumb mixture. Cook and stir 4 to 5 minutes or until toasted. Remove from skillet. 2. In the same skillet heat 2 Tbsp. butter and the olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and a pinch of salt. Cook and stir 10 minutes or until tender but not brown. Add lemon slices and spinach; toss until spinach is lightly wilted. Remove mixture from skillet. 3. Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. butter in the skillet over medium heat. Add fi sh. Cook 4 to 6 minutes or until fi sh flakes easily with a fork, turning once. Transfer to four plates; top with crumb mixture. Serve with spinach mixture. Squeeze lemon halves over each serving. Makes 4 servings. EACH SERVING 396 cal, 18 g fat, 112 mg chol, 436 mg sodium, 25 g carb, 5 g fiber, 36 g pro. Q

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− Cooked lightly with organic olive oil −

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FOOD

how to cook

CHICKEN WINGS

Highly customizable and finger-licking fun to eat, these wings are one of the best things to throw on the grill this summer. TWO SIMPLE THINGS

will make your wings the hands-down winner of this summer’s backyard BBQs. First, marinate the wings in buttermilk; its acidity gives meat extra moisture so grilling won’t dry it out. Second, a splash of hot sauce in the buttermilk gives the wings a kick right from the start. From there, ﬂavor them your way. A variety of rubs and sauces keeps the deliciousness going all BBQ season long.

For a vegetarian option,

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try our fan-favorite Buﬀalo Cauliﬂower recipe at BHG.com/ VeggieWings.

HOT SAUC E AN D BLU E C H E E S E DRESSI N G KE E P BU FFALO WINGS TR ADITIONAL . BUT YOU C HOOS E TH E S PIC E FL AVOR AN D H EAT LEVE L .

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F O O D H OW T O C O O K

MIX ‘N’ MATCH CHICKEN WINGS Choose whole chicken wings for the optimum meat-to-crispyskin ratio. Whole wings have three parts: the drumette, which is attached to the chicken and shaped like a drumstick; the wingette or ﬂat middle portion of the wing; and the tips. HANDS-ON TIME 25 min. TOTAL TIME 3 hr. 30 min. 24 whole chicken wings (4 to 5 lb.) 3 cups buttermilk 2 Tbsp. bottled hot sauce Wings rub, right Wings sauce, right

1. Place chicken wings, buttermilk, and hot sauce in a large resealable plastic bag set in a shallow dish; seal. Shake to coat wings. Chill 2 to 8 hours. Drain wings; pat dry.

FLAVOR IT YOUR WAY

Amplify the hint of heat from the buttermilk-hot sauce marinade with these mix-and-match rubs and sauces. HERE’S THE RUB

CAJUN

SAVORY

BBQ

Stir together 1 Tbsp. ground black pepper, 1 tsp. crushed dried thyme, 1 tsp. onion powder, 1 tsp. garlic powder, 1 tsp. cayenne pepper, and ½ tsp. salt.

Stir together 1 Tbsp. garlic salt, 1 Tbsp. crushed dried oregano, 1 Tbsp. cayenne pepper, and 1 Tbsp. black pepper.

Stir together 1 Tbsp. brown sugar, 1 Tbsp. chili powder, 2 tsp. onion powder, 2 tsp. garlic salt, 2 tsp. paprika, 1 tsp. dry mustard powder, and 1 tsp. cayenne pepper.

GET SAUCY

CLASSIC BUFFALO

SRIRACHA

In a small saucepan cook 1 cup cayenne pepper sauce, ½ cup melted butter, ¼ cup white wine vinegar, 1 tsp. Worcestershire

In a small saucepan cook ½ cup

chill 6 to 24 hours.

grilling remaining wings. coat. Makes 24 wings.

TEST KITCHEN SECRET After draining oﬀ the marinade, pat wings dry with paper towels to remove as much moisture as you can. This helps the spice rub stick.

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cornstarch, 1 Tbsp. Cajun seasoning, and ¼ tsp. salt; add to onion mixture. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 2 minutes more.

½ cup olive oil, and 4 cloves garlic. Blend until smooth. Transfer to a bowl. Stir in ½ tsp. salt and ½ tsp. crushed red pepper.

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MAKING

FREEZER JAM

This ridiculously fast preserving method is the easiest way to enjoy the super-fresh taste of summer fruit for months. FREEZER JAMS require no special equipment or sterilizing of jars, and thanks to new instant pectins, you don’t have to cook a thing. Just stir together chopped fruits, the pectin, sugar, and any ﬂavorings, then freeze your jam.

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INSTANT PECTIN Pectin, a soluble dietary ﬁber in fruits, thickens jams and jellies. Some fruits contain enough pectin to thicken jams on their own; others need a boost from commercial pectin, which can be found at grocery stores. For freezer jams, instant pectin is the best option. It not only turns jam making into a no-cook aﬀair, but also requires the addition of far less added sugar than regular pectin.

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BRANDIED STRAWBERRY FREEZER JAM

HANDS-ON TIME 25 min. TOTAL TIME 55 min.

1¹⁄2 cups sugar 5 Tbsp. instant powdered pectin 8 apricots, pitted and ﬁnely chopped (3 ¹⁄2 cups) 2 Tbsp. tangerine juice or orange juice

8 1 ²⁄3 5 3

1. In a large bowl stir together sugar and pectin. Add apricots and juice; stir 3 minutes. 2. Ladle jam into clean half-pint freezer-safe containers, leaving a ¹⁄2-inch headspace. Seal and label. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Store in the freezer up to 1 year or in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks. Makes 4 half-pints. PER TBSP. 27 cal, 10 mg sodium, 7 g carb.

¹⁄2

cups hulled strawberries (2¹⁄2 lb.) cups sugar Tbsp. instant powdered pectin Tbsp. brandy tsp. lemon zest

1. In a large bowl crush 1 cup strawberries with a potato masher. Continue adding berries and crushing until you have 4 cups crushed berries. In a small bowl stir together sugar and pectin. Add to strawberries; stir in brandy and zest. Stir 3 minutes. 2. Ladle jam into clean half-pint freezer-safe containers, leaving a ¹⁄2-inch headspace. Seal and label. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Store in the freezer up to 1 year or in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks. Makes 5 half-pints. PER TBSP. 26 cal, 8 mg sodium, 6 g carb.

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IT’S LIKE

YOUR TONGUE CRASHED INTO A CHOCOLATY,

PEANUTY, CARAMEL

ICEBERG.

ICE CREAM SATISFACTION

FOOD IN SEASON

TEST KITCHEN SECRET

PHOTO: BLAINE MOATS

Leave ½ inch headspace in the containers to allow room for the jam to expand during freezing, and wipe the rims before sealing.

BR ANDIED STR AWBERRY FREEZER JAM

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”Lately my hair started to look dull and it was shedding like crazy. It was frustrating because thick and beautiful hair makes me feel good about my looks and I didn’t want to lose that.

CHERRY-BERRY FREEZER JAM Tart cherries should start appearing at farmers markets this month. If you miss their ﬂeeting window, frozen cherries work, too. (Let them thaw slightly for easier chopping.) HANDS-ON TIME 25 min. TOTAL TIME 55 min. 1²⁄3 cups sugar 5 Tbsp. instant powdered pectin 2 cups ﬁnely chopped pitted fresh or frozen tart red cherries 2 cups mashed blueberries ¹⁄2 tsp. lemon zest

1. In a large bowl stir together sugar and pectin. Add cherries, blueberries, and zest. Stir 3 minutes. 2. Ladle jam into clean half-pint freezer-safe containers, leaving a ¹⁄2-inch headspace. Seal and label. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Store in the freezer up to 1 year or in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks. Makes 4 half-pints. PER TBSP. 30 cal, 10 mg sodium, 7 g carb. Q

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jellies SPREAD ON SUMMER WITH 100 CREATIVE RECIPES

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USE UP YOUR FRESH BERRIES

JAMS AND JELLIES Get even more ideas for making the most of summer’s bounty, plus tips for prepping fresh produce and the ins and outs of canning. On newsstands May 9.

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WIN! Go to BHG.com/ WinMixers June 3–8 for a chance to win a hand mixer daily! Entry details on page 122.

Whisking egg whites, whipping cream, and beating cake batter— our Test Kitchen staﬀ gave hand mixers a workout creating and testing the recipes for the summer desserts in “Lighten Up,” page 134.

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PROVING GR UND

SAVVY DECORATING TRICKS TURN A BLOGGER’S NEW ORLEANS RANCH HOUSE INTO HIS DREAM HOME.

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BY D E B S C H WA R T Z P H OTO S PAU L C O S T E L LO S T Y L I N G L I Z S T R O N G

The home that Ryan Bennett and Dabito (opposite, with dogs Sterling and Luigi) revamped is filled with a collection of art and objects unified by repeating colors and materials. The theme in the sunroom, this photo, is blues and yellows and natural wood finishes.

DECORATING WITH PLANTS IS AN EASY,

C UT M O N STE R A LE AVE S HAVE AN E S PEC IALLY LO N G VAS E LI FE .

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DABITO

TH E 196 0 S SO FA WAS A C HAI R I S H .CO M FI N D.

he ability to recognize your dream home sometimes means accepting faults and focusing on potential: You know that what you’re looking at isn’t perfect, but you also know you can make it perfect for you. For Dabito, a designer, photographer, stylist, and blogger who goes by one name, a 1960s ranch house in the Gentilly neighborhood of New Orleans was just right for him and partner Ryan Bennett, despite its scraggly front yard and dilapidated back shed. “It’s not like it was an amazing, super-modern house or an old house filled with architectural details. But we knew we could make it a special place,” he says. By using the same type of low-effort, high-impact decorating tricks he showcases on his blog, Old Brand New, Dabito and Ryan gave the house a refresh without spending a lot of money or doing any indoor renovations. Using their can-do spirit, they covered walls with dramatic paint colors or wallpapers, mixed thrift store finds and global accents, and deployed colorful, exotic patterns. The result is a space so appealing that it has thousands of fans on social media. As Dabito says and his house bears out, “You can make any space unique by filling it with good vibes and things that give people a sense of who you are.” Although the living room has white walls, it reads as colorful thanks to layers of accessories, including ceramics glazed in blues, striped pillows and throws from Peru, and art framed in yellow. June 2017 |

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Top: In the sunroom, the plush velvet sofa (by Justina Blakeney for Jonathan Louis) is a modern counterpoint to the vintage decor, and a prime napping spot. Q Above: Blankets from Peru, prints from the Philippines, and a secondhand throw rug layer on color in the bedroom. Q Opposite: Dabito (with Sterling) built this sleek, retro-look desk for $230 using oﬀ-the-shelf materials from Home Depot. Brass-color spray paint spiﬀs up the metal brackets; for shelves, he used particle board by Rubbermaid rather than staining plywood.

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LE AR N H OW TO MAKE DAB ITO ’S S H E LVE S WITH TH E STE P - BY- STE P G U I D E AT BHG .COM/DABITO .

MAKING A GREAT ESCAPE

STAIN IT BLACK

Dabito appreciates black for its modern, dramatic feel and wanted to use it on the patio shelter. But Ryan took persuading. After six months of combing through pictures on Pinterest, avid gardener Ryan came around when he realized the dark background would make his plants stand out.

MIX YOUR MATERIALS

They painted the cement foundation white to contrast with the matte black wall and chose inexpensive corrugated aluminum for the ceiling. The ceiling beams were stained the same rich walnut as their new wood fence.

MAKE IT MULTILEVEL

For the complex feel of an indoor room, Ryan and Dabito used plants and lighting at varying

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heights. At ground level, ﬂoor lanterns and potted plants, including palms, monstera, scheﬄera, and cactuses, anchor the space. Hanging ferns and pendant lamps draw eyes up.

TAME THE ELEMENTS

Although the city is famous for its heat and humidity, evenings in the Big Easy tend to be pleasant, even in summer. An outdoor ceiling fan and citronella candles (hidden inside exotic brass lanterns) keep things comfortable.

THE PATIO IS OUR HAPPY PLACE, WHERE WE LOUNGE AND ENTERTAIN FRIENDS YEARROUND. DABITO

KEEP IT SOCIAL

A playful hanging chair and a low-slung sofa provide ample comfy seating and enhance the inviting feel. Upholstered in outdoor fabric, the sofa is durable enough to withstand any party fouls. Q

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n e t ig R A S P B E R RY ANGEL CUPCAKES A tower of invitingly swooshy marshmallow cre me frosting ﬁnishes light and airy extra-tall angel food cupcakes. (We ﬁlled jumbo paper bake cups to the brim.) Each bite reveals a center of juicy raspberries.

THE BEST SUMMER DESSERTS CALL FOR THE BRIGHTEST FRUIT AND A LIGHTER ATTITUDE. GET READY FOR BILLOWY CAKES, SWOOPY MERINGUES, AND A DELICIOUSLY SIMPLIFIED COBBLER. B Y C A R R I E B O Y D P H O T O S A N D Y LY O N S F O O D S T Y L I N G G R E G L U N A

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C H E R RY H O N E YC O M B C O B B L E R It’s time to give the cherry cobbler you’ve been serving every Memorial Day (or Fourth of July) a makeover. Toss tart cherries with honey, orange juice, and thyme, and warm them in the oven to bring out the juices. Trade the standby streusel for thyme-and-honey shortbread cookies and piles of ice cream. June 2017 |

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P E AC H E S & CREAM P RO S E C C O CAKE

Spirited sweets Try more (literally) intoxicating desserts at BHG.com/ BoozyDesserts.

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In this sophisticated riﬀ on a poke cake, baked sponge cake layers steep overnight in a generous pour of sparkly Prosecco. Toss chopped ripe peaches in a few spoonfuls of sugar and a splash of the sparkling wine to sandwich between the soaked cake layers. The combination of Prosecco and sweet peaches is like a Bellini in a cake slice.

ST R AW B E R RY MERINGUE COOKIES Make these cookies on the large side—you’re going to want more than a couple bites of this delicate meringue laced with strawberry puree. Tuck them into a picnic basket as is, crumble them over a scoop of chocolate ice cream, or use them as bookends for ice cream sandwiches. Q

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THE END OF THE WORKWEEK SIGNALS PARTY TIME. ONE WOMAN SHARES HER PLAYBOOK FOR KEEPING SPONTANEOUS SUMMER GATHERINGS STRESS-FREE. 138

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BY PA I G E P O R T E R F I S C H E R P H OTO S R AC H E L M C G I N N S T Y L I N G E D D I E R O S S

FOOD ST YLING : HEATHER MELDROM

FRIDAYS

Clockwise from top left: The barn houses Courtney McGinnis’ antiques business. Q Stage a self-serve drink station with a pitcher of cocktails and garnishes—salted rims and cucumber spears are easy summer standbys. Q In the living room, neutral colors unify the mix of prints. Q Courtney sets the scene with her favorite vintage blue plates and hydrangea blooms and hosta leaves clipped from her yard. Q Opposite: Courtney and Michael serve most summer meals under the pergola draped with clematis and wisteria.

PARTY RULE NO. 1

“I’m no pro,” Courtney McGinnis says, “but I do know that if I use vintage glassware rather than plastic, and cloth napkins instead of paper, the extra eﬀort goes a long way.”

M IX STR AI N E D WATE RM E LO N AN D C U C U M B E R PU RE E ; AD D TEQ U I L A TO TASTE AND A SPLASH O F LI M E J U I C E .

PARTY RULE NO. 2

Instead of buying ﬂowers, just cut branches, buds, or greenery from your yard, and drop them into a galvanized bucket, vase, or Mason jar. They add life—without pretense—to a party.

TAB LE HAGUE BLUE NO . 3 0 FARROW & BALL

Above: Courtney and her business partner, Sam O’Brien, hang out on the back porch on vintage furniture they updated with new Sunbrella fabric. Q Right: “Shish kabobs are about the easiest party food because you can tailor them to all your guests,” Courtney says. Side dishes are storebought or make-ahead. Q Far right: Daughter Gigi works up an appetite on a swing. Q Opposite: “The thing about appetizers is don’t overthink them,” Courtney says. “Go to the market, buy a dip, hollow out a round loaf of bread, and put the dip inside. It’s a grown-up snack that’s somewhat impressive.”

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here’s one word that doesn’t ﬁt into Courtney McGinnis’ vocabulary: formal. The cofounder of Clover Design, a collection of vintage and antique furniture and accessories, steers clear of all things fussy in her work and at home, an early-1800s white cedar-shingle farmhouse ringed with 200-year-old apple orchards in bucolic Bedford, NY. “Coming to our little town is like stepping back in time, which for me just felt right,” says Courtney, who formed her business with friend Sam O’Brien after they discovered a shared passion for reinventing and repurposing antiques. They run Clover Design out of an old barn on Courtney’s property, and oftentimes, workweeks end with easy-going, everyone’sinvited, Friday dinner parties. “I don’t even like to really call them dinner parties, because that sounds so much fussier than they are,” Courtney says. “I believe you should never try too hard when you entertain, or your friends will feel it, and the mood will shift from relaxed to stiff. But there’s no reason a relaxed dinner can’t be a pretty, delicious one, too.” For Courtney, that means choosing a color palette and sticking with it while mixing and matching dishware and linens. “That helps keep things from feeling too precious—or even worse, staged,” she says. Courtney focuses on easy-to-prepare or make-ahead foods and saves most of her energy for socializing and keeping the party, and her guests, moving. One of her favorite hosting strategies, she says, “is to progress from one space to the next. Often we start with a simple drink inside, then move to the porch for appetizers, then to the yard for dinner, where my husband, Michael, presides over the grill. And the kids always end up in the pool at the end.”

PARTY RULE NO. 3

Invest in one good breadboard. It will transform a handful of supermarket cheeses and crackers into a work of art for your table.

Clockwise from top left: Courtney and Michael head to the pool with daughters Rowan, Gigi, and Lucy. Q Good Humor ice cream bars are extra enticing served in glasses nested in an ice-ﬁlled tray. Q The kitchen’s walnut island is the hub for party prep. Rope-seat stools lighten the look and modernize the antler chandelier. Q An outdoor spigot was converted to a poolside passion-vinecovered shower. Guest-ready towels, goggles, and sunscreen are stored on a cart nearby. Q Opposite: Rowan and Gigi take an after-dinner dip. Q

PARTY RULE NO. 4

Pick a signature summer cocktail and keep the makings on hand. Courtney’s is a pureed watermelontequila aperitif.

PARTY RULE NO. 5

Keep to a simple menu. That way, Courtney says, “You’re not standing in the kitchen cooking while everyone else is enjoying the sunshine.”

IN THE SUMMER, WE LIVE LIFE OUTSIDE. SO I’VE TRIED TO CREATE SPACES, LIKE THE OUTDOOR SHOWER AND THE PERGOLA DINING ROOM, WHERE WE CAN TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE FRESH AIR EVERY CHANCE WE GET. COURTNEY MCGINNIS BUYING INFORMATION : BHG.com/Resources

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Our marshmallow creme base is ﬂuffier than the usual buttercream and pairs well with the tartness of berries.

LIGHTEN UP RASPBERRY ANGEL CUPCAKES HANDS-ON TIME 40 min. TOTAL TIME 2 hr. ANGEL CUPCAKES

1¹⁄2 1¹⁄2 1 1¹⁄2 1 1 1

cups egg whites (10 to 12 large eggs) cups powdered sugar cup all-purpose ﬂour tsp. cream of tartar tsp. vanilla cup granulated sugar cup fresh raspberries

MARSHMALLOW FROSTING

TOPPING

Fresh raspberries and blueberries Powdered sugar

1. For cupcakes: In an extra-large mixing bowl let egg whites stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, sift powdered sugar and flour together three times; set aside. 2. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 3¹⁄2-inch muffin cups with paper bake cups. 3. Add cream of tartar and vanilla to egg whites. Using a mixer on medium, beat until soft peaks form. Add granulated sugar, 2 Tbsp. at a time, beating until stiff peaks form. 4. Sift one-fourth of the flour mixture over egg whites; fold in gently. Repeat, folding in remaining flour mixture by fourths. Spoon into bake cups, filling each to top of cup. Bake 20 minutes or until tops are lightly browned and spring back when lightly touched. Transfer pan to a wire rack; cool 5 minutes. Remove bake cups from pan; cool completely. 5. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke a hole in the center and to the bottom of each cupcake. Fill centers with three or four berries. 6. For marshmallow frosting: In a large mixing bowl beat softened butter with a

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mixer on medium until light and fluffy. Add marshmallow creme; beat until smooth, scraping sides of bowl. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt; beat until light and fluffy. (If frosting is too stiff to spread, soften in a microwave oven no more than 10 seconds; beat again until smooth.) Using a pastry bag fitted with a large round tip, pipe frosting. Hold pastry bag directly over each cupcake. Squeeze and release, lifting bag; repeat twice. Top with fresh berries and sift with powdered sugar. Makes 12 servings. EACH SERVING 542 cal, 23 g fat, 61 mg chol, 263 mg sodium, 79 g carb, 1 g fiber, 5 g pro.

CHERRY HONEYCOMB COBBLER HANDS-ON TIME 30 min. TOTAL TIME 1 hr. 20 min. HONEYCOMB COOKIES

cups all-purpose ﬂour

²⁄3 cup sugar 1 1

Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme tsp. salt ³⁄4 cup cold unsalted butter (1¹⁄2 sticks), cut into pieces 3 Tbsp. honey BAKED CHERRIES

Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme

¹⁄4 cup honey 2 1

Tbsp. cornstarch orange (2 tsp. zest, ¹⁄4 cup juice)

cups fresh tart red cherries, pitted, or three 16-oz. pkg. frozen pitted tart red cherries, thawed and drained (about 6 to 7 cups)

TOPPING

Vanilla ice cream Honey Thyme

1. For honeycomb cookies: Preheat oven to 325°F. In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, thyme, and salt. Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut or rub in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Using a fork, stir in honey. Gently knead in bowl until dough holds together. 2. On a lightly floured surface roll dough to ¹⁄4-inch thickness. Cut dough using a 2-inch hexagon-shape cutter. Place cutouts 1 inch apart on two ungreased cookie sheets. Reroll scraps. 3. Bake 13 to 15 minutes or until edges are firm and tops are lightly browned. Transfer to a wire rack; cool. 4. For baked cherries: Increase oven to 400°F. In a 2-qt. baking dish stir together thyme, honey, cornstarch, zest, and juice. Stir in 4 cups cherries. Bake 25 minutes or until thickened and bubbly; remove from oven. Stir in remaining cherries; cool slightly. Top with honeycomb cookies in a honeycomb pattern; serve remaining cookies on the side. Top cobbler with vanilla ice cream,

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1¹⁄2 cups unsalted butter (3 sticks), cut into 1-inch pieces, softened 2 7-oz. jars marshmallow creme ¹⁄2 cup powdered sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. salt

honey, and thyme. Makes 6 to 8 servings. EACH SERVING 733 cal, 28 g fat, 77 mg chol, 228 mg sodium, 118 g carb, 5 g ﬁber, 8 g pro.

PEACHES & CREAM PROSECCO CAKE HANDS-ON TIME 50 min. TOTAL TIME 4 hr. 15 min. PROSECCO CAKE

4 eggs 2¹⁄4 cups all-purpose ﬂour 2¹⁄4 tsp. baking powder ¹⁄2 tsp. salt 2¹⁄4 cups sugar 1 cup milk ¹⁄4 cup butter ¹⁄2 tsp. almond extract 1 cup Prosecco or sparkling rosé FRESH PEACH FILLING

¹⁄4 2

medium ripe peaches, pitted and coarsely chopped cup Prosecco or sparkling rosé Tbsp. sugar

WHIPPED CREAM FROSTING

cups heavy cream

²⁄3 cup sour cream ¹⁄2 cup sugar 2

tsp. vanilla

TOPPING

Sliced or chopped peaches Mint leaves

1. For cake: Allow eggs to stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, grease and flour three 8×1¹⁄2-inch round baking pans. In a bowl combine flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside. 2. Preheat oven to 350°F. In an extra-large bowl beat eggs with a mixer on high 5 minutes or until thickened and light. Beat on medium an additional 5 minutes while gradually adding sugar, ¹⁄4 cup at a time. (Batter will be light and fluffy.) Beat in flour mixture on medium-low until just combined. 3. In a small saucepan heat and stir milk and butter until butter melts. Add to batter, beating until combined; beat in almond extract. Divide batter among prepared pans.

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THE RIGHT TEXTURE Sponge cake’s coarser crumb is ideal for a boozy soak. (Boxed cake mix is too ﬁne.) Make sure you poke holes all over and all the way through the cake.

STRAWBERRY MERINGUE COOKIES HANDS-ON TIME 20 min. TOTAL TIME 3 hr. 5 min. 6 egg whites 1¹⁄2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled ¹⁄2 tsp. cream of tartar ¹⁄2 tsp. vanilla Pinch of salt 1¹⁄3 cup sugar

TRIPLE-LAYER TREATS To prevent the meringue from deﬂating, gently layer instead of stirring. Dollop meringue to form base, spoon on strawberry puree, and top with more meringue.

white mixture onto circles on parchment; spoon puree over mounds. Top with remaining meringue. Using the back of a spoon, lightly spread to edge of circle (see tip, above). Bake 75 minutes with sheets on separate oven racks. Turn oﬀ oven. Prop open oven door with a wooden spoon; let sheets sit in oven 1 hour. Transfer with paper to wire racks; cool completely. Store in an airtight container refrigerated up to 3 days. Makes 12. EACH SERVING 102 cal, 40 mg sodium, 24 g carb, 2 g pro. Q

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1. Allow egg whites to stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Draw six 3¹⁄2-inch circles on each paper. Flip paper over; set sheets aside. 2. In a blender or food processor puree strawberries; set aside. 3. Preheat oven to 250°F. In a large mixing bowl beat egg whites, cream of tartar, vanilla, and salt with a mixer on medium until soft peaks form. Add sugar, 1 Tbsp. at a time, beating on high until stiﬀ, glossy peaks form (5 minutes). 4. Mound about two-thirds of the egg

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4. Bake 25 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted near centers comes out clean. Transfer pans to a wire rack; cool 10 minutes. Remove cakes from pans; cool completely on wire racks over a shallow pan or tray. Using a long-tine meat fork, poke cakes all over (see tip, right). Slowly pour Prosecco over cakes. Wrap in plastic wrap; chill 2 to 24 hours. 5. For fresh peach filling: In a large bowl combine peaches, Prosecco, and sugar; stir well. Let stand, covered, 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Using a potato masher or fork, mash into a coarse mixture. 6. For whipped cream frosting: In an extra-large bowl beat heavy cream, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla with mixer on medium until stiff peaks form; set aside. 7. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with half the fresh peach filling. Top with second cake layer; spread with remaining peach filling. Top with third cake layer. Spread top and sides with frosting. To serve, top with sliced peaches and mint leaves. Makes 12 to 16 servings. EACH SERVING 614 cal, 30 g fat, 148 mg chol, 273 mg sodium, 77 g carb, 2 g fiber, 8 g pro.

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FEET

THEY WORK HARD FOR YOUR BODY, SO YOU BETTER TREAT THEM RIGHT. HOW TO STRENGTHEN, PAMPER, AND PROTECT THEM.

When you walk, your feet bear the force of 1½ times your body weight. When you run, they feel the force of 2 to 3 times your weight. That force reduces the shock absorption and support in your athletic shoes, so replace them every six months.

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Feet do all the heavy lifting—literally carrying the weight of your body. They need exercise to stay strong. But because shoes often restrict feet, they don’t get much movement. Try these moves from Katy Bowman, author of Whole Body Barefoot.

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1 FOOT STRETCH

2 TOE TENSE & RELEASE

3 BIG TOE LIFTS

4 HIPS OVER HEELS

Sit near the edge of a chair (barefoot). Reach right foot back, tucking toes under so the top of your foot touches the ground, heel centered. Hold, repeat with left foot.

Flexible toes give your feet a wider base of support. Keeping toes on the ground, spread them as far apart as you comfortably can. Hold for two seconds, relax, repeat.

Raise your left big toe without lifting your other toes. Lower and repeat ﬁ ve times; repeat with the right big toe.

Most people carry their weight on the forefoot, rather than the stronger back part. Stand straight, and shift your weight (hips) back over heels without lifting toes.

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One of the most important factors that impacts the health of your feet? Your shoes. Sadly this pink number is the opposite of what your feet should be in every day. We break down why and what to look for instead.

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SOLE

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WHAT’S WRONG

A narrow toe box squishes the front of your foot, causing pain, says podiatrist Alison Garten. LOOK FOR A toe box that allows you to comfortably spread and wiggle your toes.

A too-stiﬀ sole doesn’t allow the bones, joints, and muscles in your feet to move freely. LOOK FOR A sole you can bend and twist but not fold in half (which means it’s not supportive).

Anything 3 inches or higher pitches your body forward, straining the front of your foot, knees, and lower back. LOOK FOR A heel 2 inches or lower is best. Your foot shouldn’t be bent into a sharp angle.

Shop late in the day to ﬁnd a shoe that’s comfortable when your feet are most swollen. ALISON GARTEN, PODIATRIST

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PLANTAR FASCIITIS About 10 percent of us struggle with this overuse injury, which can cause pain, especially in the heel. Roll your feet over a golf ball or RAD roller ($24.99; radroller.com) for ﬁ ve minutes twice a day. BUNIONS They may be the result of ﬂ at feet or too-tight shoes. Podiatrist Emily Splichal recommends the Bunion Bootie ($33.95; bunionbootie.com), a soft splint that gently and temporarily straightens the big toe. PLANTAR WARTS Easily picked up by going barefoot at the pool or gym locker room, they often develop on pressure points like heels or balls of the feet. OTC salicylic acid pads may work, but you’ll likely need to see a doc for freezing or laser treatments.

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On the rare occasions calling for heels, use these ease-the-strain tips from Emily Splichal, D.P.M., M.S.

SHORTEN YOUR STRIDE

Taking smaller steps helps stop you from leaning forward. MASSAGE AFTERWARD

Roll each foot over the top of a golf ball for five minutes. This gets muscles moving, which gets fl uids moving to hydrate tissues. Chill the ball for anti-inflammatory power.

A BIG SLIPUP: WEARING SHOES THAT ARE TOO FLAT & FLEXIBLE

“Flip-flops and ballet flats are the worst shoes for your feet,” says Suzanne Levine, D.P.M., coauthor of My Feet Are Killing Me! “There’s no support, and your toes and foot muscles constantly strain to grip the shoe as you walk.” Ouch. Save flip-flops for the pool or beach, and look for ballet-style shoes with support in the footbed. 154

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FOOT SIZE TEST Stand on a piece of paper and trace your foot. Place your shoe over that outline, and trace the shoe. If your foot outline is larger than the shoe, it’s likely too narrow and small.

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give these over-the-counter orthotics a try. To pick the right one for your feet, Alison Garten, D.P.M. and president of the American Association for Women Podiatrists, advises purchasing them from a podiatrist or running shoe store, where staﬀ is trained to match one to your arch and gait.

YOGA FOR FEET

SOAK

Soak feet in a foot-size tub ﬁ lled with warm water and ¼ cup Epsom salts for 10 minutes. This helps soften the skin to prep for exfoliation.

SCRUB

Combine ½ cup kosher salt and ½ cup olive oil into a paste, and gently scrub feet. The salt’s coarse grains remove dead skin cells, and the olive oil moisturizes.

SOFTEN

Slather honey all over feet; let sit for 10 minutes. The honey helps lock in moisture to prevent cracked heels. Rinse your feet in the Epsom salts-water mix from Step 1, then towel dry.

Foot model Ellen Sirot keeps her feet photo-ready by shaping toenails squoval—square along the top, rounded at corners to help stop ingrown toenails.

PRO TIP

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Stand with feet together. Turn left foot out 30 degrees. Step right foot forward about 2 to 3 feet. Lift arms straight overhead. Keep left knee straight. Face forward. Keeping the outer edge of your left foot ﬁ rmly on the ﬂ oor, bend your right knee until it’s directly above right ankle. Hold 30 seconds. Repeat on other side. Q

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PRETTY PEDI

Prep for sandal season with this DIY treatment from Patty Norcross, director of The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Chicago.

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HEPA FILTERS HEPA (short for HighEfficiency Particulate Arresting) air filters use an ultrafine mesh to trap tiny particles that other filters might miss, such as pollen, mold spores, and animal dander.

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BLOCK OUT POLLEN

If you want to open the windows to enjoy the warm breezes, wait until later in the day and keep them open briefly. Pollen counts are highest between 5 and 10 a.m., says Joyce Rabbat, M.D., division director for pediatric allergy at Chicago’s Loyola Medicine. Check pollen levels in your area: pollen.aaaai.org.

RINSE OFF

Whenever you do go out, rinse your face and use a saline nasal spray as soon as you come in. This prevents pollen and grass particles from hanging around and stirring up a reaction. If you’ve been outdoors for a while, consider changing your clothes to avoid tracking allergens through the house.

CLEAN RIGHT

Use a damp rag or microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces; dusters simply send most allergens back into the air. Wash bed linens once a week in hot water to get rid of dust mites and other allergy-causing particles. (Two-thirds of people with seasonal allergies are also sensitive to indoor allergens.)

GET TESTED

See an allergist to I.D. your triggers. “Then you can tailor your strategy to decrease your exposure to them,” says Linda Ford, M.D., founder of The Asthma & Allergy Center in Bellevue, NE. Say dust mites are a trigger: Invest in allergen-proof covers for mattresses and pillows; new versions are soft and thick. Q

“HEPA air purifiers are better for trapping allergens,” Rabbat says. In one study, children with pet allergies in homes with a HEPA air purifier had fewer symptoms than those in homes with a non-HEPA version.

WHAT KIND IS BEST? As long as it’s labeled HEPA, it’s the right kind. “The other bells and whistles are just a matter of preference,” Rabbat says. But avoid filters that are also ionic. “They release ozone into the air, which can aggravate allergies.”

ANTI-ALLERGY TOOLKIT DEHUMIDIFIER All allergens, including mold and dust mites, thrive in dampness. One study found that allergen levels dropped in homes that kept the relative humidity less than 50 percent.

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SHOE MAT Place one by the door to encourage family and friends to kick oﬀ their shoes so dust and pollen (not to mention dirt) aren’t tracked inside.

VACUUM CLEANER Older vacuums tend to spit dust and pollen back into the air. Can’t remember when you got yours? Upgrade to one with a HEPA ﬁlter to trap small particles. Q

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With tree and grass pollen season starting up, you may be looking to the great indoors for relief from itchy eyes and sneezing. But symptoms can start there, too. Pollen and ragweed particles can make their way in, and indoor allergens can exacerbate a reaction to outdoor ones. Cut down on the culprits with these simple steps.

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the health nut

Our intrepid health director, Amy Brightfield, tries out meal-delivery services to see if they really do deliver.

onfession: My husband is the chef of the house. One big reason is that his cooking style is decidedly more, well … nitpicky, than mine. While I might just toss chicken breasts in a pan with olive oil and garlic, he wants a recipe that leaves nothing to chance. So I wasn’t at all surprised when he signed us up for Blue Apron. We also tried Plated, which has a similar setup: You pick a plan for the number of meals you want delivered that week, then order online. Here’s how those meals transformed dinnertime at the Brightfields. Q WE COOKED AT HOME MORE . While we enjoy cooking Sunday night supper together, planning, shopping, and prepping a week’s worth of dinners isn’t exactly how we want to spend a weekend afternoon. So come 5 o’clock every day, Jeff and I had the what’s-for-dinner standoff, which most often ended in takeout or pulling together prepared foods from the grocery store. (I’ve had enough rotisserie chicken for a lifetime.) The meal delivery program remedied that. Q WE (JEFF) HAD MORE FUN COOKING. The ingredients arrive well packed, labeled, and

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chilled by ice packs, which were still frozen after sitting at the door for a few hours—whew! It was a giant present for Jeff: A recipe sheet showed the finished dish and photos of ingredients on the front and step-by-step instructions on the back. Jeff was so inspired that he bought ramekins to use. “Just like the cooking shows!” he said proudly. Q

WE TRIED NEW TECHNIQUES AND INGREDIENTS.

A whole new world of cooking opened up for Jeff, who’s also now more confident in his skills. One Plated recipe called for “carrot fries,” baby carrots sliced lengthwise and roasted. Jeff would’ve never cooked carrots that way before. Q WE HAVE BUILT-IN PORTION CONTROL . For me, Jeff, and our 11-year-old son, both delivery services had just the right amount of food. Blue Apron offers a two- or four-person meal, and the four person was perfect for dinner and leftovers for lunch. Although the services aren’t cheap, we came out about even, in part because we weren’t buying a bunch of ingredients that ended up left in the refrigerator to go bad. Q THE BEST PART: Coming home to Jeff listening to his favorite music and happily chopping away.

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TECH SUPPORT

SCREEN TIME RULES Moms share their real-life strategies to help prevent your kids’ devices from becoming a fifth appendage.

TH E RU LE Make a contract that spells out when and how the devices will be used. “A few musts for our family: I need to know all passwords. Devices are put away during homework, and they earn screen time for every nontech activity they do, like reading.” Erica Keswin, New York City, three kids, ages 12–14, technology consultant and founder of the Spaghetti Project

TH E RU LE No electronics in the car unless it’s a really long road trip. “I want my kids to look out the window to see the world and get their bearings, so they learn practical and basic concepts, like how to get home from the grocery store. And I stash my phone in the trunk.”

TH E RU LE Take up a collection basket. “Before meals, each person silences their phone and puts it in. Everyone’s so used to it now, I don’t even need the basket.”

Elena Arney, Diablo, CA, three kids, ages 9–13, co-founder of TranslateNow

Sara Villanueva, Ph.D., four kids, ages 9–29, associate professor of psychology at St. Edwards University, Austin

AMERICAN KIDS AGES 8–12 SPEND 6 HOURS LOOKING AT A SCREEN DAILY, ON AVERAGE. APP AID BY: LESLIE GOLDMAN

We get the irony of relying on tech to help kids reduce their screen time, but sometimes you have to fight fire with fire. Two apps to check out: OURPACT A family contract allows you to set schedules and guidelines together with kids; the app helps them stick to the rules. Also use it to block Internet access. Free; ourpact.com

PUMPIC This software system gives full access to kids’ mobile device activity—texts, calls, app use, online browsing—and tracks location via GPS. Plans start at $5.33/month; pumpic.com June 2017 |

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YO, YOGURT!

With protein, calcium, and probiotics, it’s one of the healthiest foods out there. But not all yogurts are created equal. Check out how the various types stack up. TRADITIONAL The yogurt you grew up eating is unstrained (still contains whey), which means it’s thinner than Greek and Icelandic styles. Nutritionwise, it has more calcium and natural milk sugar than other varieties. GREEK This thick, strained yogurt now makes up more than a third of all yogurt sales in the United States. Straining removes some lactose, calcium, milk sugars, and minerals but results in higher protein. One cup of Greek can have up to 20 g; traditional has 11-13 g. ICELANDIC The thickest of all varieties, 1 cup of this strained yogurt is typically made with 4 cups of milk. Because of that, Icelandic yogurt often has the highest protein content. It also has the longest incubation process, so it’s the tartest of all varieties and has the lowest amount of milk sugar.

THE ALTERNATIVES Many nondairy yogurts, such as coconut, soy, and almond, are cultured; check labels for probiotics. They also have calcium added; look for varieties with at least 15% of your daily calcium dose.

GOOD TO KNOW

PROBIOTIC CHECK Look for the Live & Active Cultures seal on the label of dairy and nondairy yogurts. It means that your choice contains the highest amount of probiotics. No seal? L. bulgaricus and S. thermophilus should be listed as ingredients.

SUGAR THRESHOLD Plain yogurt with 9 g or less of natural sugar per serving is the healthiest choice. For ﬂavored yogurts, go with less than 15 g of sugar. Anything higher than 17 g has the same sugar content as two Fun Size Snickers!

EXPERTS

FAT IS BACK Full-fat yogurts can be a creamier, healthy choice; just ﬁgure their higher saturated fat and calories into your overall daily sat fat intake, which should be less than 7 percent of your total daily calories. Q

Jessica DeCostole, M.S., R.D., L.D.N., clinical dietitian, Good Samaritan Hospital in Baltimore; Kimberlee Burrington, dairy ingredient and cultured products coordinator at the Center for Dairy Research, University of Wisconsin-Madison

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AUSTRALIAN Creamy and unstrained, this yogurt is commonly made with whole milk so will be higher in fat than the traditional variety, but otherwise has a similar nutritional proﬁle.

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What’s your gut feeling? The foundation of good health and a strong immune system begins in your stomach. So, it’s time for a gut check! Start by following these simple tips to take control of your digestive health. 1. YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT Focus on ﬁber-rich vegetables, low-sugar fruits, non-gluten grain, and legumes to help support digestive health.

3. SLEEP IT OFF Get enough sleep… seven hours at least. Allow your body to shut down, reset, and recharge. 4. THE POWER OF PROBIOTICS Probiotics are good bacteria that support everyday digestive health. While two-thirds of consumers experience occasional digestive issues, Digestive Advantage offers a probiotic that survives stomach acid 100x better— making it head, stomach and shoulders above the rest.

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VERTICAL GARDENS

We want our gardens—flower or vegetable—to grow up as well as out, connecting earth and sky. TH E O RI G I NAL Towering cottage-garden favorites, such as these staked hollyhocks and foxglove, create dramatic exclamation points in the home garden on this romantic 1925 cover. TH E U PDATE

Today’s gardeners have an amazing array of tools (and styles of tools) at their dirt-loving ﬁngertips for lifting plants oﬀ the ground: traditional trellises and tuteurs, of course, but also modern pocket planters, space-saving stacked planters, and freestanding plant screens.

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C E DAR TUTE U R Ages to soft gray, 81" tall, $120; whiteﬂowerfarm.com. 2 LIVI N G WALL PL ANTE R Hang individual self-watering units in any conﬁguration, $18.99 each; woollypocket.com. 3 B L AC K BAM BOO E XPAN D I N G TR E LLI S 4'×6', $22; jamaligarden.com. 4 M I R A GAR D E N TR E LLI S J R Comes in seven colors, 36"×36", $289; terratrellis.com. 5 Z I N C L AT TI C E WALL PAN E L 23.6"×24.4", $38; shopterrain.com. 6 SO LE I L M ETAL PL ANT SC R E E N In yellow, 68" tall, $229; westelm.com. Q

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