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life in color 72 LOCAL COLO R

With nods to Southern and So-Cal styles, a colorfully reimagined midcentury modern gem sparks joy.

80 PEAS PLEASE!

Perk up your plate with fresh recipes made with this harbinger of spring.

86 PAI NT MY THS

BUSTE D Interior designers

dispel 10 common misconceptions to help you paint fearlessly.

24 COLOR

Calm your spaces with serene herbal green hues.

28 CRAFT S

Soft color, punchy patterns, and wood craft supplies make sweet Easter displays.

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A tiny guesthouse lives large with smart storage and all the comforts of home.

44 I D ID I T! An ingenious

sleeping spot for dogs.

48 CLEAN H OUS E

AWARDS The BH&G-tested

new products for easier, deeper cleaning.

56 GARD ENING

Tips to keep your potting bench neat and tidy.

58 PLANTI N GS

Groundcovers carpet the spring garden in color.

food

62 BREAKFAST

Tasty French toast cubes.

64 FAST & FRE SH 70 FAMILY RECI PE S

28 ON THE C OV E R P H OTO PAU L BRISSMAN PRODUCER MARCIE MCGOLDRICK

in every ıssue

life

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6 E D I T O R ’ S L E T T E R Practical and fun projects to celebrate Earth Day. 8 BHG.COM 14 K N OW - H OW 94 C O O K B O O K Recycling simplified.

108 S T Y L E M A K E R 16 D E C O D I N G Harvest

rain and cut your water bill.

19 T H R OW B AC K

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A grandmother’s recipe for Passover haroset.

beauty

better

routine with easy ideas and affordable products.

Expert advice on vitamins and minerals worth taking.

20 E C O - F R I E N D LY 100 TH E G UI D E Green your shower 102 H EALTH 106 PE T S

Safe, comfy gear to put some pep in your pet’s steps.

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Paint isn’t permanent—though sometimes it feels like it is if you factor in costs and the work. That’s why figuring out a new color scheme for a room or an entire house can leave us paralyzed with indecision. Creating a harmonious palette in a vacuum is challenging, so many of us play it safe with shades of white-on-white or neutrals. But even then, which white? What counts as a neutral? How do I best branch out to pastels or primaries?

I have a terrible time coming up with a color scheme on command—like when you’re stumped for a word and the more you try to ferret it out, the more blank your head feels—so I don’t even try. Instead, I move on and think about or do something else. Then a few minutes later, the plan miraculously appears. I remember years ago waffling over the colors for a website I was designing. The answer came to me in the shower. (I don’t know about you, but ideas also come to me while I’m driving or cooking.)

Right in front of me was an orange shaving cream cap, a turquoise bar of soap, and a pale yellow shampoo bottle—that became the new palette for the home page.

The point is to always be open and subconsciously searching. I fi nd color combos everywhere, most often out in nature on a forest walk or a beach stroll picking up shells and stones. Sometimes it’s a flower

BOLTS FROM THE BLUE

arrangement I see at a farmers market or create from the garden. When I feel truly blocked, I seek out the art of master colorists like Turner, Frankenthaler, and Magritte— a corner of a painting often yields the solution.

Using social media, we have more opportunities than ever to fi nd inspiration by following color experts whose eye we admire.

They may be flower farmers, potters, foragers, or photographers. They may be fashion designers whose haute couture we could never afford but whose artistic vision is free to be enjoyed by all in a video of their show.

The challenge is to be able to sift through the visual chaos and receive those bolts from the blue when they fortuitously occur.

Keep your eyes open and your mind receptive— and be assured your answer (a successful STEPHEN ORR, color scheme) will come Editor in Chief instagram @steporr when you least expect it.

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Tune in to Then & Now

Join us in the BH&G studios for a good-natured recipe throwdown on our new YouTube video series, Then & Now. In each episode we whip up a vintage recipe from our Red Plaid Cookbook archives, then give it a modern spin and see if it stands the test of time. You can find all sorts of content celebrating our centennial— including a look back at some classic covers, readers’ favorite recipes, and links to our YouTube and TikTok channels—at our digital hub. BHG.com/100Years Hover your smartphone camera over this code to watch BH&G’s first episode of Then & Now on YouTube.

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Deck out your yard with smart ideas for designing a front yard made for socializing, growing a pollinator-friendly garden, and planting edible containers for the patio.

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the main event BACKSTORY The first Earth Day in 1970 focused on air and water pollution. The 2022 theme: “Invest in Our Planet.”

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An Earth Day challenge: Go the day (or the whole week!) waste-free. What you can’t recycle or reuse, set aside to see how much you regularly discard. Surprised?

PLANTS TOYS

Share and share alike

earthday

Enter the circular economy with a friendly swap meet. The key to enthusiastic participation?

Choose a category that matters to your pals.

BOOKS

We’ve packed in the greenifying ideas with an eye on practical projects that are both effective and doable. All that’s left is to pick one (or a few) and get the sustainability ball rolling.

SOW GOOD

Get a bulk bag of native seeds.

Package up a handful and pass ’em out.

How? Fold up that supermarket circular or reuse old envelopes.

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DAY CHALLENGE

April 1–30: Join Team BH&G at earthmonth.ecochallenge.org.

You’ll get ideas for how (and why) to shift to more Earthfriendly habits and reminders to keep you motivated.

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It doesn’t have to be official.

Just take ownership of your favorite walking routes and tidy up as you rove.

A low-stakes way to get in the eco spirit. TRY: WALL-E (not just for kids), March of the Penguins and My Octopus Teacher (for animal-lovers), and An Inconvenient Truth (for a primer that holds up).

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EVERY INGREDIENT HAS A PURPOSE. EVERY INGREDIENT FROM OUR TRUSTED SOURCES. You care about the ingredients in your pet’s food. And so do we.

Proven nutrition is at the heart of what we do. But it’s not all we do.

See our commitment to ingredient integrity and responsible sourcing at PURINA.COM/CARES.

know-how FUN FACT

The No. 1 recycler of plastic bags?

Trex Composite Decking. Find your drop-off: trex.com /recycling.

Recycling simplified

Melanie Mannarino, author of The (Almost) Zero Waste Guide, tracked down some of the most common curbside conundrums so you can raise your recycling game.

Plastic bottles Anything that has a neck for a screwon lid is likely recyclable, says Mitch Hedlund, executive

director of Recycle Across America. But double-check your town’s rules. Most recycle #1 and #2 plastics (find the number in the little triangle on the bottle).

But there are seven total numbered plastics, and rules vary widely. Recycling your #5 yogurt container in a city that takes only #1s and #2s does more harm than good.

Caps? Screw them on unless the label or your town says otherwise.

Cardboard

Skip

Jars

Make it a habit to skip straws and specify, “No cutlery, please!” when you order takeout.

Great news for anyone wondering how much water they’re wasting trying to rinse that last bit of peanut butter from the jar: The EPA says “spatula clean”— scraping out as much residue as you can— is good enough.

PLASTIC STRAWS AND UTENSILS

MIXED MATERIALS

Items like toothpaste tubes and floss containers mix metals and plastics.

A surprise no-no: disposable coffee cups—they’re paper coated in plastic.

Plastic film

PLASTIC BAGS

Remove and trash the plastic in tissue boxes and cellophane from pasta cartons before recycling—but don’t stress if you forget; it won’t spoil the batch. Window envelopes, coupons, and sticky notes can go in with paper.

Tossing in even one grocery bag or paper towel wrapper (or putting recyclables in a trash bag) can jam processing machines or divert entire truckloads to the landfill.

Supermarkets, municipal buildings, and libraries often have drop boxes.

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Gooey cheese melted on a pizza box could imperil all the clean cardboard next to it. Modern technology can handle paper with minor grease stains, says Nena Shaw

of the EPA. But if it’s loaded with food residue, trash it.

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“Composting relieves my guilt over the occasional wilted salad bag. Love this bin’s small footprint and charcoal filter.” CAITLIN SOLE, bhg.com Bamboozle Composter, $50; food52.com

“Great for beginners (me!), this easy-to-tuck-away model is open on the bottom so you attract beneficial earthworms.” STEPHEN ORR, editor in chief Deluxe Pyramid Composter II, $100; gardeners.com

PHOTO: KELSEY HANSEN; PRODUCED BY: JARRET EINCK

Most of us think we know how to recycle, but our bins say otherwise. In the U.S., just 32% of items that can be recycled end up in the proper bin.

The EPA’s goal is 50% by 2030. Here’s info to help us get there.

Whether you’re searching for a house to begin your story or selling one to write the next chapter, every new beginning starts with a home.

Let our affiliated agents help you find your next beginning.

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SIZE Standard barrel

Understanding the most common types of barrels.

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Sturdy plastic designed in various styles and colors.

PROS: Durable, UV-resistant, and lightweight. CONS: Can be costly.

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a hose-accessible drain placed near the bottom of the barrel to easily access every drop of water (remember to empty it before first freeze). ●

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for an overflow spout or hose near the top of your barrel to redirect excess water away from your foundation. It can be added later as a basic hose-connected diverter kit, but it’s nice to start with one.

The smaller your barrel, the more important an overflow diverter is. ●

PRESSURE Gravity-

fed systems work when the barrel spigot is higher than the hose in your hand. You can elevate your barrel but use a sturdy, well-built platform. (A full rain barrel can weigh up to 500 pounds.)

Or get a booster pump that connects hose to barrel and provides pressurized water at the flip of a switch.

Time to harvest a new crop—rainwater!

You’ll abate runoff, cut your water bill, and promote conservation of this precious resource each time you pull out the hose.

OUR PICK

EcoCascata by Algreen (65 gallon).

It’s got a ceramiclike texture—plus a planter on top.

Retails for about $250 including oversize shipping rates.

Pairs modern features with natural material. PROS: Attractive and less likely to be windblown. CONS: Heavy, can be expensive, and requires upkeep.

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Repurposed garbage cans or barrels that once held food or oil. PROS: Lightweight and cheap. CONS: Can wear out quickly; must fashion a lid (open-top barrels are unsafe).

BOLD PRINT Most states encourage rain collection, though some areas have restrictions on the amount and method. Check with your local government before installing more than one 50-gallon barrel.

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“For five years I’ve been in a committed relationship with my coffee mug. It keeps things toasty, has a leakproof lid, and fits in my cup holder.” EMILY TEEL, food editor TKWide mug, 16 oz., $33; kleankanteen.com

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Use your smartphone to scan this code and learn how to make your own rain barrel.

“I’m trying out some meat subs, and my tofu was perpetually soggy. This squeezes out excess water so I can stir-fry with the best of them.” KATY KIICK CONDON, home editor Tofu Press, $30; tofubud.com

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“Do more with less” has been one of our guiding principles over the last century. Let’s take it to heart this Earth Day. APRIL 1959

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WWII rationing required extra-smart strategies at home. Let that make-do spirit inspire Earth-friendly projects of your own.

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“What’s the sense of putting up with faded, discolored linens. ...

How about a dyeing spree your next dull afternoon?” Then we suggested dyeing natural cotton, silks, and wools. UPDATE: Look for dyes formulated for nearly any synthetic material—even rubbershoe soles. (Our pick: DyeMore, ritdye.com)

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A SLIGHT MISTAKE

“Three little children across the way, Were hard at work on Arbor Day, Their spade was sharp, And the soil was fine, The tree was a dear little baby Pine.

But it never will grow, For oh, dear me, They have planted the top, Where the roots ought to be!”

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We printed the sheet music for this little ditty in 1927.

Bust it out for your Arbor Day singalong this April 29!

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1923 “Surely, we should try

to replace what we have used. Let us plant more trees this spring. They are more expressive of American ideals than the eagle that adorns our crest.” 1927 Mark family births, deaths, or big events by planting a new tree. “It will deepen the family’s love for home surroundings,” we said then. No yard? Gift trees to national forests through thetreesremember.com. 1989 “It’s better to plant a tree than to curse the smog.” Use your phone camera to scan this code for our updated tree-planting guide.

G ET I NSP IRE D

GOSOLAR

The expression means something different now than when we ran this “Solar House” in 1947. But the passive solar design by David Barrow holds up: “The secret of comfort lies not in the amount of glass, but in how well the summer sun is kept off it. Roof overhangs do the job; they shade the glass from mid-spring to mid-fall. During cold months, the sun angles in under the overhang, and helps the heating plant do its job less expensively.”

■ Wanna go solar in ’22? Start at energysage.com. You put in your ZIP code and get custom quotes and comparisons of prescreened solar installers. Options for renters are available too.

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“If a piece of cheese grows hard, I grate it and store it. ... It’s delicious sprinkled over salad or spaghetti.” UPDATE: Try a fromage fort. Blend to a creamy spread: 8 oz. grated cheese, 2 Tbsp. butter, 4 Tbsp. vermouth, and garlic and herbs to taste.

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“Many an extra toaster and waffle iron are gathering dust. ... Why not arrange for your P.T.A. or corner store to install a bulletin board for listing availables in your neighborhood?“ UPDATE: Download the BuyNothing app and join your local group to post gifts and asks. ■ April 2022 |

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RE CYC L IN G TI P

Soap bottles may be recyclable, but caps or pumps vary. Check local guidelines for properly recycling your bathroom products.

REUSE, REFILL & REDUCE

We’re used to reusable bottles and concentrated refills for cleaning products, and now you can find the same eco-friendly format in the beauty aisle. It’s an especially good choice for liquid body wash, which tends to come with a lot of plastic packaging. Dove Body Wash Reusable Bottle + Concentrate Refills ($10, target.com) includes a refillable bottle made with 100% recycled plastic (there’s also an aluminum bottle option) and concentrated refills that reduce waste and save you money.

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BY D E A N N A PA I

PHOTOS: JUTTA KLEE/GETTY IMAGES, (PRODUCTS) CARSON DOWNING

Making your shower game more sustainable doesn’t require a major overhaul. Start simple: Being conscious of how much water you’re using in the shower can make a big impact, says sustainability expert Jen Novakovich.

She recommends investing in a low-flow showerhead and being quick, which also has beauty benefits.

“Long showers can strip the skin of its natural oils and impair the skin’s barrier function,” says Los Angeles dermatologist Onyeka Obioha, M.D. See our smart product picks that make it easy (and affordable) to be kinder to the planet.

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eco- friendly If you’re looking to reduce your impact, the best thing you can do is to use less, waste less, and try your best to recycle well.

JEN NOVAKOVICH, founder of The Eco Well

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SMOOTH WITH A TOOL Swap out a body scrub for an exfoliating tool. You can use it

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indefinitely and get a mini spa moment at home. To gently exfoliate, brush or buff from neck to toe before you shower with Keys Soulcare Energizing Dry Body Brush ($22, ulta.com).

Or use the Face Halo Body Exfoliator ($22, ulta.com) in the shower with plain water or your usual soap or body wash.

RAISE THE BAR Is reducing plastic packaging at the top of your green to-do list? These concentrated hair bars cleanse or condition like a liquid—just add water.

1 Peach Healthy Strength Conditioner Bar hydrates damaged strands and split

CLEANER SHAVE If you’re still using disposable razors, now is the time to switch. Consider the Flamingo Razor ($9, shopflamingo.com) and affordably

priced refill blades (8 for $16). Not only does it deliver a close, smooth shave, but it also comes in all-paper packaging, and the handle is created with 35% recycled plastic.

USE EVERY LAST DROP Every ounce counts, so use skincare products you will finish, Novakovich says. It sounds obvious, but sticking with brands you already love can cut down on waste.

Clever packaging can help too. The Nivea Nourish by Nature bottle ($6, walmart.com) can be rolled up to allow you to squeeze out more lotion than average and uses 58% less plastic than the standard bottle.

MyKirei by KAO Peony Milky Lotion comes in a pouch that is 100% recyclable through TerraCycle.

Clip it and (future refills) into the pretty, reusable container inspired by traditional Japanese design. $18 for set, $14 for refills; mykirei.com ■

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REST EASY WALL SALISBURY G REEN HC-139 BENJAMIN MOORE

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To fashion a bedroom oasis, designer Bria Hammel mixed tranquil tones.

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WALLS With soft blue undertones, sage green is “calming but enough color to make it still feel exciting,” Hammel says.

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ARTWORK Because this wall color can skew toward surrounding tones, Hammel selected an art piece with similar pastoral hues.

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ACCENTS Hammel balanced the walls’ paleness with darker light fixtures and bedside tables. The contrast keeps the room from appearing washed out.

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CURTAINS AND BED Stripes add a geometric element without feeling “overly busy,” Hammel says, “which is especially important when it’s in a neutral palette like this.” She chose varied widths so they don’t look too matchy.

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TRIM AND BED LINENS Bright white woodwork and bedding would have felt stark. Instead, Hammel chose a more mellow oatmeal tone. “It’s warmer and feels more cozy,” she says.

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QUICK FIX Designer Miles Redd often matches millwork to the wall color, creating a cohesive envelope in a jiffy. In this mudroom, he colored every inch in Farrow & Ball Olive. “I love a mossy green,” he says. “I find it works with everything. If you’re looking for a little twist or foil, it can add interest without clashing.”

Each year, major paint brands select a Color of the Year.

If 2022’s winners are any indication, our walls can go green now too.

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Green acts almost as a neutral because it’s such a perfect earth tone.

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To supply a new build with instant coziness, designer Mark Cunningham transformed a white box into a cocoon of earth tones. Inspired by the sofa’s sage linen, he painted walls and trim tone-ontone green (similar to Benjamin Moore Avon Green). Varying the finishes—flat on the walls, satin on the trim—adds depth, while furnishings in a range of sandy hues give the room warmth and texture. ■

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crafts C RE ATE A CO LO R WAS H

BY M IXI N G 2 PARTS C R AF T PAI NT TO 1 PART WATE R .

EGGS everlasting Made with wood craft supplies and awash in soft color, these sweet Easter projects will delight year after year.

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BY L AC E Y H OWA R D P H OTO S PAU L B R I S S M A N C R A F T S BY M A R C I E M C G O L D R I C K

EASTE R BAS KET A basic half-peck basket blooms with a bouquet of sola wood flowers. Watereddown craft paint colors the flower petals, accents on the basket, and the wood eggs.

The color wash is more forgiving than undiluted paint—no clumps or visible brushstrokes— and allows the wood grain to show.

WE LOVE Sola flowers are soft, pliable, and made from renewable plant fiber.

FRI EN DLY C REAT UR E S Spring chickens and their handsome bunny pals are easy to assemble from wood balls (also known as doll heads and ball knobs). Kids will enjoy helping with gluing the pieces, painting them, and adding painted shapes for feet, ears, wings, tails, and beaks.

QUICK TIP Cut a diamond shape from cardstock and fold it in half for the beak.

TO MAKE YO U R FI G U RE S M O RE STAB LE , SAN D A FL AT ARE A O N TH E BOT TO M BALL B E FO RE PAI NTI N G AN D AD D I N G FE ET.

HOW-TO PROJECT WORKBOOK PAGE 33.

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crafts TOOTH PI C KS I N S E RTE D I NTO EG G S AN D FLOWE RS G IVE YO U A HAN D LE WH E N PAI NTI N G B E FO RE AT TAC H I N G TO TH E WRE ATH .

TRY THIS Choose three to five complementing colors before you begin.

SP RING W REAT H Subtle variety makes this wreath a cheerful round to display well beyond the Easter season. Choose wood eggs in small, medium, and large, and sola flowers in various blossom styles and sizes. Loose excelsior—aspen wood shavings that curl like Spanish moss—forms a soft bed for nestling painted and unpainted items into groups.

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crafts

PUNCH Y PATT ERN S Decorate wood eggs with playful patterns made from vinyl tape (think electrical tape). Tape is available from 3 mm to 4 inches wide.

Use craft punches to create dot and flower stencils from the tape, then firmly press shapes onto eggs. Paint with a slightly dry brush to give designs a crisp edge. Remove tape with tweezers.

N E ST EG GS QUICK TIP Use the same color wash as on page 28 to let the wood grain shine through.

Create colorful surprises when you paint two-piece wood eggs and fill them with grass, candy, and fluffy faux chicks. Graduated sizes of unfilled eggs neatly nest together.

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U S E C R AF T PU N C H E S I N A VARI ET Y O F S HAPE S TO C RE ATE STE N C I LS FRO M VI NYL TAPE .

PROJECT WORKBOOK Grab your artists brushes, craft paint, hot glue, and egg-cellent little helpers for these easy springtime crafts.

basket (page 28)

Key Materials ■ ■ ■ ■

Wood basket Craft paint and brush Sola flowers Hot-glue gun

1 MAKE

COLOR WASH

Mix two parts craft paint with one part water; add more water as desired for less color.

2 PAINT ITEMS Use color wash to paint desired parts of basket and sola flowers; let dry.

3 ATTACH

BOUQUET

Hot-glue flowers to wood area of basket as desired.

bunnies & chicks (page 29)

Key Materials Wood balls (2" and 3" for large animals; 1¾" and 2½" for medium bunny; 1½" and 1¾" for small bunny; 1" and 1½" for small chick) ■ Sandpaper (100 grit) ■ Wood glue or Aleene’s Tacky Glue ■ Wood WE LOVE veneer Detail scissors make cutting pieces from wood veneer cards a breeze.

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1 ATTACH

cards or cardstock ■ Craft paint and brushes ■ Hot-glue gun ■ Marker (optional)

1 STACK

Drill a small hole on a long side of each egg. Break tip off toothpick to create a blunt end.

Dip pick in wood glue and insert into drilled hole; let dry. Dip a pick in wood glue and push into back side of each flower.

& GLUE

If wood balls do not have a flat area, lightly sand to create one where balls meet so glue can bond. Glue heads (smaller balls) to bodies using wood glue; let dry.

2 COLOR

2 PAINT ITEMS Apply color wash (see far left) to flowers and eggs as desired; let dry.

& FASHION

Paint bodies with color wash (see above left); let dry.

For bunnies, lightly sketch overalls in pencil before painting.

Apply paint. Once dry, outline overalls and draw face details with a marker or paint and a detail brush.

3 ADD APPENDAGES Download and print templates (BHG.com /EasterCrafts) for ears, feet, wings, etc.

Cut out and trace templates onto wood veneer cards. Cut out and paint with color wash.

Once dry, glue to bodies with small amounts of hot glue.

PICKS

3 ARRANGE ASSEMBLE

wreath (page 30)

Key Materials Drill and small bit ■ Wood eggs ■ Toothpicks ■ Wood glue or Aleene’s Tacky Glue ■ Sola flowers ■ Craft paint and brushes ■ Straw wreath form ■ Excelsior ■ Hot-glue gun ■

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Lay the wreath form on a work surface, spread excelsior on top, and secure with hot glue. Arrange eggs and flowers on the wreath as desired, pushing the picks into the wreath to hold each in place. Once placement is final, secure eggs and flowers with hot glue.

pattern eggs (opposite)

Key Materials Craft punches ■ Vinyl tape (like electrical tape) in various widths ■ Wood eggs ■ Craft paint and brushes ■

1 MAKE

ON STENCILS

Apply stencils to eggs and use fingers to burnish along edges of each shape to ensure it’s tightly adhered.

3 PAINT EGGS With slightly dry brush, apply color wash (see far left) to eggs, starting at edges of stencils. Let dry and remove tape.

nest eggs (opposite)

Key Materials Two-piece wood eggs ■ Sandpaper (200 grit) ■ Craft paint and brushes ■

1 SAND

SMOOTH

If egg surface is rough, lightly sand each piece.

2 PAINT EGGS Apply color wash (see far left); let dry. Avoid painting lip of each egg piece; the water in the color wash can cause the wood to swell and make the eggs difficult to close. ■

SHAPES

Punch shapes from tape to create stencils. Tip: To align the tape when punching designs, hold punch upside down so you can see where you are punching.

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HOP TO IT To get templates for the bunny and chick pieces, hover your smart camera over this code.

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tiny house lives big

Converting her father’s garage into a guesthouse gives a designer the chance to dig into her bag of tricks. Smart storage?

Versatile furniture? The comforts of home? They’re all in here.

Even when they’re closed, French doors with clear glass open up the part-time home.

above, and her dad, Ken, decided it was time to add more sleepover space to accommodate the steady stream of visitors to the family beach home on Washington’s South Puget Sound.

TH E C HALLE N G E Turn 480 square feet of shed

space into a place where several guests at a time can sleep, watch TV, work, cook, and shower—without adding on or building up.

TH E RE S U LT One ultraefficient tiny house with

multifunctional furniture, gourmet kitchen amenities, and a bathroom with a layout twist.

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B E FORE

The original garage had always been used more for tools than cars because the property also included a carport.

For construction effi ciency, a crew turned the carport into a garage at the same time they made the garage into living quarters.

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FOUND SPACE

TH E PROJ ECT Seattle designer Hayley Francis,

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ayley Francis grew up spending summers and weekends at the family beach house.

She remembers beachcombing and making art projects with her late mother, Laurie, also a designer. Hayley still visits regularly, as do her sister, nieces, and nephew, so creating the tiny home was all about making more space for the family to gather and keeping the special times going. “It was a dream project,” she says. With the help of Seattle architect/designer Seth Grizzle of Graypants, Hayley incorporated a private bedroom, an effi cient and stylish kitchen, and a small but luxe bathroom. Vaulted ceilings, French doors where the garage doors were, and generous windows make the guesthouse feel large and airy. Budget-wise secondhand furniture and open shelving balance decorative extras such as brass plumbing fixtures and statement lighting. And for rainy days or movie nights, there’s a built-in projector above the sleeper sofa and a pull-down screen mounted above the window seat.

FLEXIBLE FURNITURE Hayley uses this sitting spot for breakfast and when remotely running her design business, Neon Doves. The expandable table, an old family piece, pulls up to the window seat. The built-ins include niches tall enough to stow the stools.

A box beam upgrades the look of the ceiling peak and hides electrical wiring for light fixtures.

I LOVE SOAPSTONE. IT FEELS ROCKY. IT’S A WAY OF BEING BEACHY WITHOUT BEING LITERAL. HAYLEY FRANCIS

CENTER OF ATTENTION ”I wanted a ‘wall’ kitchen, not a corner kitchen,” Hayley says.

“I felt it would make the space feel much more open.” Because the setup is on full display, she gave it big-kitchen style with a wall-mount faucet and sconces in brass.

The backsplash is only 3½×6½ feet, allowing her to use a single slab of soapstone.

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INSIDE THE BOX

Smart floor plan decisions help everything fit without a squeeze.

To avoid a lineup of visible appliances, wood panels camoufl age the refrigerator, and a pantry cabinet hides the microwave.

3 HAN DY STO R AG E Shallow back-to-back

A fl oating wall consolidates the plumbing and keeps the room from feeling cramped.

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closets provide more accessible storage than one deep one.

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TINY HOME Q&A

What to know before converting a garage into a guesthouse.

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WHAT ’S TH E CO D E ?

B E D ROO M

S I D E E NTR AN C E

Each room benefits from the spaciousness that comes with the vaulted ceiling. Vintage burled-wood nightstands, a caned headboard, and window trim all in the same tone ground the bedroom.

A door on the side of the house leads to the private spaces off the back hallway: bedroom, bathroom, and a loft that’s accessible by a rolling ladder. A linen closet is opposite the bathroom door.

A porthole window plays off the home’s beach location.

As with all building and remodeling projects, first contact your city government office about local and state codes regarding what’s allowed. As tiny homes or accessory dwelling units (ADUs) have become popular, especially in response to housing shortages, some areas have relaxed their regulations. Note that having a septic system can complicate the permit process.

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WHAT ABO UT R E SALE ?

As long as the permits are in order, “ADUs affect property value positively in most cases,” says agent Martha Saly of Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate Wine Country Group in Sebastopol, CA.

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B U I LD O R R E M O D E L?

BATH ROO M

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Hayley took a cue from all-in-one European baths and specified a wet room: Hexagonal ceramic tiles cover all the surfaces, eliminating the need for a shower stall. “I’ve always wanted a fully tiled bath, and this ended up saving us space,” she says.

Maximizing every inch, a custom cushion fills a berth built into the highest section of the ceiling. With no inches to spare for furniture, a wall sconce accommodates nighttime reading.

Hayley’s decision to remodel was more for sentimental reasons than cost savings.

Have an architect help you weigh your options. n

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i did it!

A tool-savvy pet owner discovered a clever, decorative way to let her sleeping dogs lie cozily without taking up floor space.

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nspired by a custom built-in dog kennel in a friend’s house, Jessi Way figured out how to make one by retrofitting a laundry room cabinet in her own Carmel, IN, home.

She converted a base cabinet into a safe, comfortable hangout and sleeping spot for her two dogs, Frankee, a Boston terrierpapillon mix, and BigBoy, a Chihuahua.

“I found a way to make unused space functional for our needs,” says Jessi, who shares her house projects on Instagram (@thegoodwrench).

To spruce up the rest of the room after completing the kennel, Jessi painted the walls, added a pink glass-tile backsplash, and built a pair of floating shelves. What she describes as her easiest do-it-yourself project is also her most practical: The kennel is used daily for dog naps and bedtime, and to keep the pair secure when Jessi isn’t home.

“The dogs love it. This is their house, and they know it,” she says.

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The panels of a pet gate make airy yet sturdy kennel doors.

Show us what you made Send photos of you with your latest project to IDidIt@meredith.com and post on Instagram with our #BHGIDidIt hashtag.

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BY S A M A N T H A B E N O I T P H OTO S JAY W I L D E S T Y L I N G L E S L I E P OY Z E R

i did it

WHATSHEDID

Jessi spent only four hours and less than $100 adapting a standard base cabinet. She was happy to get rid of the dogs’ freestanding crate, which made the laundry room feel cramped.

Vinyl decals on a painted background provide a cute dog-level view.

1

WOOD DOORS

After removing the cabinet doors, Jessi cut out the fi xed shelf inside using an oscillating multi-tool.

For new doors, she took apart a threepanel pet gate from HomeGoods, then positioned new hinges to work with the cabinet openings.

She mounted the doors to the face frame so they align in the center.

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2

DOOR LATCH

Thin magnetic drawer latches keep the doors in place. When the dogs are inside the kennel, a stainlesssteel flip latch on the doors adds security.

3

TILE SURFACE

For easy cleanup (accidents do happen), Jessi decided to tile the bottom of the cabinet and

partway up the sides.

The small space didn’t take long to do, and she enjoyed the chance to practice her tiling skills. She chose 12×24-inch porcelain tiles from Home Depot to cover the most surface area with the fewest grout lines.

With a wet-tile saw, she cut each piece to size. Once the tile was in place and had set overnight, she applied leftover grout from another project and caulked the edges

to cover any cracks or rough spots.

4

FINAL TOUCHES

A fabric-wrapped cushion covers the tiled cabinet bottom.

Just for fun, Jessi decorated the inside of the kennel. She painted the side surfaces a soothing blue-gray and applied whimsical vinyl decals cut with a Cricut machine. ■

Try This

EVE RG RE E N FOG

SW 9130 makes a subtle green-meets-gray statement. Start with Sherwin-Williams color chips and peel & stick samples to visualize paint colors in your home. swsamples.com

BUYING IN FORMATION : BHG.com/Resources

BRING YOUR

COLOR TO LIFE COLOR REFRESH

Evergreen Fog SW 9130

I have a special place in my heart for furniture pieces that have been around for a while. They have stories to tell and it’s easy to give an old piece new life!

PRO TIPS

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SERIOUS SCRUBBERS

BATH RO O M S CRU B B E R

Scotch-Brite Swift Scrub Bathroom Buildup Remover, $5. “This sponge cut my cleaning time in half. No more hard scrubbing, no more sore arms.”

LAUREN BENGTSON,

home editor

H EAVY-DUTY

RotoScrub Pads Attach to your drill and go after stubborn stains and grime. $17

M I CROF IB ER GLOVE

PureSky Glass and Multipurpose Glove It’s a sturdy, double-sided improvement over your cleaning cloth. $10

Casabella Kind Scrub Sponge Durable, plastic-free, and compostable. $4.50 for 3

Raise your hand if you love to clean. … No takers?

That’s OK; we do. Our testers washed, wiped, sprayed, mopped, and vacuumed their way to these 42 new products we think will make the chore easier this year.

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BY K AT Y K I I C K C O N D O N A N D S A M A N T H A B E N O I T P H OTO S K E L S E Y H A N S E N

M I CROF I BER CLOTH S

Skura Style Wipe Envy Washable and super-grabby texture. A major step up from paper towels. $8 for 10

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EC O S PONGE

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WIPES

FO R THE S C EN T LOV E R

Real Simple Compostable Wipes Bonus: An EPA Safer Choice designee. $8

FO R A SI N G L E STE P

CleanWell Botanical Disinfecting Wipes Leaves surfaces germ-free and food-safe (unlike most disinfectants, which require a rinse with potable water). $10

aLL - PuRPOSE For everyday grime, these tough problem solvers can tackle yesterday’s muddy feet, a case of jam hands, and that smudge of indeterminate origin.

DI SI NF ECTA NT

CONCENT RATE

HIGH -END ECO

DOE S A NYTHI NG

MicroGold MultiAction Disinfectant Antimicrobial Spray Our pick for deep cleaning almost anything—even sealed stone. $15

Mrs. Meyer’s Probiotic Concentrate Ideal for the kind of top-tobottom cleaning binge that involves a bucket. $15

The Bare Home All Purpose Cleaner From scent to efficacy, this was, dare we say, a pleasure to use. $11

MomRemedy Everything Cleaner & Stain Remover Hydrogen peroxidebase cleaner and genius laundry stain remover in one. $10

Some messes are truly better tossed in the trash. These U.S.-made disposables are biodegradable, compostable, and made from 100% recycled fiber.

And that wrapper? No plastic.

PAPER TOWELS

FOR B I G J O BS

Clorox MultiPurpose Paper Towel Wipes, $5.

“More than equal to my kid’s finger painting spree.”

KATY KIICK CONDON,

home editor

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Reel Recycled Fiber Paper Towels, $40 for 12 rolls

surfaces *LED SANITIZING LIGHT TEST: WE SWABBED AN IPAD COVER BEFORE USING THE LIGHT (153 BACTERIA COLONIES DETECTED), AFTER 3 HOURS (15 COLONIES DETECTED), AND AFTER 12 HOURS (10 COLONIES DETECTED).

For the material-specific jobs that need streak-free, ultrapowerful, or odor-removing finesse.

EXTERIOR WOOD FLOORS

KITCHEN SAVIOR

Bona Hardwood Floor Cleaner

Libman Granite & Stainless Steel

This classic tweaked its formula to go greener (it’s an EPA Safer Choice). $10

The foaming cleanser is impressively streak-free on stone and stainless-steel surfaces. $5

WOOD SURFACE Aunt Fannie’s, $9

No oily, waxy film.

And the smell is great: Juicy Fruit mixed with Doublemint gum.

DIANA DICKINSON,

features editor

Rejuvenate Dual Outdoor House Wash & Window Hook up a

hose and twist the nozzle to choose the cleaner. $25

GREEN GLOSSARY “Eco.” “Pure.” “Natural.”

These labels make us feel good, but the claims aren’t necessarily vetted. Here are a few certifications to look for.

EPA SAF ER C HOIC E

Audited for human and environmental safety.

EWG VERI F IED

SOFT SURFACES Febreze Fabric Antimicrobial Spray

Gets germs on sofas, throw pillows, etc. Takes care of smells and spots of mildew too. $8.50

MIRRORS AND WINDOWS The Honest Company Glass Refillable Cleaning Kit

Pop in a concentrate packet and add water. $17

Responsibly made with healthy ingredients.

SANITIZER OxiClean Laundry & Home Sanitizer

A wonder for tiles, upholstery, and extraordinarily funky dish towels. $8

USDA CERT IF IED BI OBAS ED PRODUCT

Made from renewable plant, animal, marine, or forestry materials.

L EAPI NG BUNNY

Free of animal testing.

SANITIZING LIGHT 93 % The percentage of bacteria wiped out after 12 hours under the light.* OttLite Thrive LED Sanitizing Desk Lamp

Let the light shine on your keyboard, phone, or other hard-to-sanitize items.

Bonus: This model has a clock and USB charger too. $80

PET MESSES Bissell Professional Pet Stain & Odor Removing Formula, $8; this easily bested fresh and set stains from pets (and coffee). Rocco & Roxie Oxy Carpet Shampoo, $20; washes away stains without leaving a sticky residue.

Hoover CleanSlate Pet Carpet & Upholstery Spot Cleaner, $150; lightweight to carry, straightforward to use,

and the attachment with rubber bristles made this a tester standout. O-Cedar PowerCorner Pet Pro Broom & Step-On Dust Pan, $15; the special bristles really attracted pet hair instead of just pushing it around.

TH E PAN HAN D LE I S DESIGNED TO B E STE PPE D O N — N O M O RE C RO U C H I N G .

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cleaning awards

laundry

Through sheer volume, laundry can feel like a grind. These winners make it better with smart packaging, amped-up power, and delightful scents.

B E ST OVERAL L

Safely Everyday Laundry Detergent, $14.

“Smells fresh and got rid of tough odors—even the hard-to-shake ones in gym clothes.” MONIKA BIEGLER EYERS,

home editor

EC O C ONCENT RATE

ECO PREM EASUR ED

Seventh Generation EasyDose Power+ The detergent works really well, and the small bottle packs enough for 66 loads.

It takes just one squeeze to release the right amount. $14

Grove Co. Power Clean Laundry Detergent Sheets The convenience of a pod in a plastic-free sheet.

It can be torn to reduce or add cleaning power based on load size. $13

EXTRA OOMPH Tide Hygienic Clean Heavy Duty 10x Free Power Pods

These extra-large pods are made for extra-dirty, smelly loads. Testers loved the unscented version, but these come in original scent too. $18 Downy Light Scent Booster Beads

Extremely longlasting, these are our scent-boosting pick for bed and bath linens. $12 Blueland Oxi Laundry Booster

A brightening pick-me-up for loads that run a little dingy. Bonus points for the plasticfree packaging and the measuring cup built into the cap. $18

DISHES

The BH&G Test Kitchen churns out more than a few dirty dishes.

These picks made the pros’ jobs easier.

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P ODS

ERGONOM IC

EC O PODS

Gain Power Blast, $4.50. “This quickly cut through cooked-on food in a stainless-steel pan with no soaking.”

Cascade Platinum, $11.

Works on your dishwasher’s fast cycle, ”even after some heavy-duty meals.”

Dawn EZ-Squeeze, $4. “Quick and easy dispensing—and never any leaks.”

SARAH BREKKE,

AspenClean, $16. Zero waste and EWG Verified.

“Dishes came out very clean, even after sitting in the washer several days.”

EMILY TEEL, food editor

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Set up for your best garden season ever with a well-organized potting bench.

At the beginning of spring, your potting bench may be a clean slate.

By the middle of a busy garden season, however, it can turn into a pileup of pots, trowels, and soggy seed packets. With a few easy tricks and our storage strategies, you can make your potting bench work better for you.

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for smaller items, such as gloves, hand tools, and seed packets (choose a lidded one for the packets for extra protection from moisture).

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PROBLEM

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SOLUTION

As with the trellis, adding hooks to the side of the bench increases its storage capabilities. A five-hook iron piece, right, stands up to the weather and is big enough for shovels and pruners. Cast Iron 5-Hook Rack, $25; containerstore.com PROBLEM

Bulky bags of soil look unsightly in the yard.

Soil collects in the potting bench crevices.

SOLUTION

A tray on the work surface, below, keeps loose soil contained as you pot plants and is easier to wipe or hose off than the entire bench. A copper one can handle water for extended periods.

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These versatile perennials serve plenty of practical purposes as they roll out their carpets of color in the garden.

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ven tiny flowers can make a big impression when they appear in profusion, as they do with spring-blooming groundcovers. But the plants in this large category are also workhorses. Phlox, sweet woodruff, and bugleweed are some of the best known.

“They’re beautiful problem solvers,” says Sandra Gerdes, BH&G® Test Garden manager. As with other groundcovers, they hold soil in place, crowd out weeds, and fill in bare spots.

And when they bloom, butterflies and other pollinators take notice.

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Phlox Bred for a more intense flower color.

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CONDITIONS Sunny spots suit most groundcovers, but they adapt well to shade, particularly dappled light.

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WHEN TO PLANT Spring and early summer are the ideal times to plant groundcovers. Their roots are shallow, so it’s easy to make room for them.

Firm the soil around them after planting and water once a week while they are becoming established. It’s fi ne to start with small plants, as groundcovers grow quickly.

WHERE TO PLANT Gerdes recommends planting under trees, at the edges of fl owerbeds, and around the skirts of larger perennials.

Spring-blooming groundcovers also work well with spring-fl owering bulbs. Phlox looks spectacular planted at the top of a stone wall, where it can cascade gracefully.

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1 Groundcovers make natural additions to rock gardens. Basket-of-gold likes afternoon shade where summers are hot and can take full sun in cool climates. 2 The snow-white fl owers of evergreen, drought-tolerant candytuft bloom for up to 10 weeks. 3 Bugleweed covers quickly with leaves that can be dark purple, golden, or variegated. 4 Creeping thyme spreads between stepping-stones and will bloom for several weeks.

Along a pathway or in a rock garden, creeping thyme “just needs a nook and a cranny with a little bit of soil, and it’s as happy as can be,” she says.

MAINTENANCE Cut off the spent fl ower heads of bugleweed, bergenia, and foamfl ower.

To keep candytuft and basket-of-gold full and bushy, cut them back by up to one-half after ■

blooms fade. Other groundcovers don’t need to be trimmed.

Fertilizing isn’t necessary.

PROPAGATION Divide plants in spring just after they bloom, moving ■

divisions to another spot. Phlox and dead nettle can also be propagated from stem cuttings. Root them directly in the garden or in small pots.

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STANDOUT SCENT The leaves of ‘Ingwersen’s

Variety’ geranium are especially fragrant and turn bronze in fall. The plant thrives in shade or sun (with a little extra watering).

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QUICK SWAP Try this technique with any type of artisan bread, including those with fruit or nuts.

French toast cubes

Need a morning pick-me-up?

Sometimes all it takes is a fresh shape to update an old favorite. Cutting a loaf of bread into cubes rather than slices turns French toast into bite-size finger food.

A crunchy coating of cinnamon-sugar covers the cubes, while the insides stay soft and custardy.

It’s a breakfast built to bring a smile.

A serious upgrade to those French toast fingers we loved at the breakfast buffet, the shape of the bread makes all the difference in this otherwise simple dish. The easiest way to cut a crusty loaf into cubes is to halve it first. Place each half on its flat side and cut into a 2-inch grid, then cut the strips into squares. Once they’re cooked, tumble some berries over the top and drizzle the pile with honey or serve the cubes with mascarpone whipped cream, nut butter, jam, or maple syrup for dipping. n

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P H OTO K E L S E Y H A N S E N

BY EMILY TEEL; FOOD STYLING: KELSEY MOYLAN

RECIPE ON PAGE 98.

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E A S Y, D E L I C I O U S R E C I P E S FOR A BET TER DINNER TONIGHT

RAINBOW CHARD

one 1-lb. bunch

SAUSAGE,RED ONION,AND RAINBOW CHARD COUSCOUS HANDS-ON TIME 10 min.

TOTAL TIME 40 min.

RED ONION

1 large, halved and thinly sliced (2 cups)

LAMB MERGUEZ LINKS

8 uncooked, or 12 oz. other spicy sausage links, halved crosswise

CHICKEN STOCK

2 cups

COUSCOUS

1 cup, uncooked

GOLDEN RAISINS

¹∕3 cup

Merguez is a North African lamb sausage richly seasoned with harissa, a Tunisian chili paste. Feel free to substitute any spicy sausage.

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Strip leaves from rainbow chard stems and cut stems into 2-inch pieces. Scatter chard stems, onion, and sausage on baking sheet and toss with 1 Tbsp. olive oil.

Sprinkle sausage and vegetables with kosher salt and ground black pepper. Roast 20 minutes until sausages are cooked through (165°F) and veggies are caramelized.

2. Meanwhile, in a 3- to 4-qt. saucepan

creamyadd-on

GREEN ONIONS

2, finely chopped ( ¹∕4 cup)

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For tangy contrast, serve with a dollop of herbed soft cheese thinned with a little milk to a spoonable consistency.

combine stock with ¹∕2 tsp. kosher salt and 1 Tbsp. olive oil. Bring to boiling.

Remove from heat and add couscous, raisins, and green onions. Cover and let stand 5 minutes.

3. Slice chard leaves into ribbons and add to couscous.

Cover and let stand 5 minutes more. Fluff couscous and top with sausage and roasted vegetables.

Serve warm with lemon wedges if you like or store, refrigerated, up to 3 days.

(To reheat, microwave at 70% power 1¹∕2 to 2 minutes, stirring halfway.) Serves 6.

PER SERVING 326 cal, 12 g fat (4 g sat fat), 39 mg chol, 776 mg sodium, 39 g carb, 4 g fiber, 10 g sugars, 6 g pro

PHOTO: CARSON DOWNING; FOOD STYLING: GREG LUNA; RECIPE BY EMILY TEEL

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SMALL CAULIFLOWER FLORETS

5 cups

If you can’t find crispy chickpeas (in the snack aisle or health food section), use toasted pine nuts or roasted almonds.

ONION

¹∕2 cup coarsely chopped

GARLIC CLOVES

4, minced

DRIED LINGUINE

4 oz.

CHOPPED COOKED CHICKEN

2 cups

DRIED TOMATOES IN OIL

FINELY SHREDDED PARMESAN

¹∕2 cup

protein-packed FRESH OREGANO

2 tsp. snipped

Chickenand Cauliflower Pasta

START TO FINISH 35 min.

BABY ARUGULA

4 cups

DRY-ROASTED CHICKPEA SNACKS

¹∕2 cup

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Any color of cauliflower will work well. Starchy pasta water helps make a silky sauce. For a creamier result, add 2 to 3 Tbsp. heavy cream when you add the arugula in Step 3.

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. In a medium bowl place cauliflower, onion, and garlic. Add 2 Tbsp. olive oil and ¹∕2 tsp. kosher salt; mix to coat. Place vegetables in a single layer on a large

parchment-lined baking sheet or rimmed pan. Roast 15 to 20 minutes or until tender and lightly browned, stirring once.

2. In a 4-qt. pot cook pasta according to package directions; drain pasta, reserving ³∕4 cup of the cooking water.

3. Add chicken and dried tomatoes to empty pasta pot.

Cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes until heated through. Add roasted

vegetables, pasta, Parmesan, oregano, and the reserved water. Simmer, uncovered, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in arugula. Top with crispy chickpeas and serve with lemon wedges. Serves 4.

PER SERVING 603 cal, 27 g fat (6 g sat fat), 90 mg chol, 1,023 mg sodium, 59 g carb, 12 g sugars, 37 g pro

PHOTO: KELSEY HANSEN; FOOD STYLING: CHARLIE WORTHINGTON; RECIPE BY GREG LUNA

¹∕2 cup, julienned

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fast & fresh one-pan

CHIPOTLE PORK TENDERLOIN WITHSQUASHBEAN SALAD

PORK TENDERLOIN

one (1 to 1¹∕2 lb.)

CHIPOTLE SEASONING BLEND

4 tsp.

SUMMER SQUASH

1¹∕2 lb., halved or quartered and cut into strips

LIME

1, zested and halved

GREEN AND/OR WAX BEANS

8 oz., trimmed, halved, and blanched

QUESO FRESCO

¹∕2 cup crumbled

FRESH CILANTRO

¹∕2 cup chopped

RED ONION

2 Tbsp. finely chopped

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Pattypan, zucchini, yellow, crookneck, or zephyr—any type of thin-skin summer squash will work well in this sheet-pan dinner.

1. Place a 15×10-inch baking pan in the oven. Preheat oven to 425°F. Rub pork with 2 tsp. of the chipotle seasoning. In a large bowl toss squash with remaining 2 tsp. seasoning and 1 Tbsp. olive oil.

2. Carefully arrange pork tenderloin on hot pan. Bake 15 minutes.

Add squash and lime halves, cut sides down, to pan. Bake 10 minutes more or until squash is crisp-tender, lime is charred, and pork is done (145°F). Cover pork loosely with foil; let rest 5 minutes.

3. For salad: Coarsely chop squash and combine with green beans in a large bowl.

Add lime zest, queso fresco, cilantro, red onion, and 2 Tbsp. olive oil. Squeeze lime halves over salad and toss to coat. Slice pork and serve with salad. Serves 4.

PER SERVING 293 cal, 16 g fat (4 g sat fat), 79 mg chol, 600 mg sodium, 11 g carb, 3 g fiber, 6 g sugars, 28 g pro ■

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Ruth’s Haroset

For Brooklyn-based food writer and entrepreneur Jeffrey Yoskowitz, celebrating Passover offers a special reason to think of his grandmother and reflect on his family’s history.

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THE SEDER PLATE During Passover, we tell the story of Jewish peoples’ liberation from slavery and the exodus from Egypt through a ritual feast called a Seder. The foods on the Seder plate symbolize parts of the story. Haroset (at top right on the plate) symbolizes the mortar enslaved Israelites used when building Egyptian cities.

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t’s hard to know if haroset, the sweet Passover spread that appears on ritual Seder plates around the world, is as tasty as it seems or if the dish merely stands out among the shank bones, parsley, and horseradish that typically feature in the holiday ritual.

Either way, every year it is the star of my family’s Seder.

Growing up, I always felt the eight days of Passover were different from the rest of the year. Perhaps it was the lush smells of springtime, the unusual holiday foods we stocked to meet Passover’s strict dietary constraints of no grains or leavened breads, or the maniacal cleaning we’d undertake to rid the house of any crumbs.

I don’t quite know how the ritual of making haroset with Grandma Ruth began, but for decades we prepped the dish together, just the two of us.

Grandma started by deftly peeling and coring apples. She deputized me to chop them, along with walnuts. We used her oldfashioned wooden chopping bowl and

That’s me at the kids table with my sisters and friends during Passover.

My grandparents are sitting together in the background.

BY J E F F R E Y YO S KOW I T Z P H OTO S C A R S O N D OW N I N G F O O D S T Y L I N G G R E G LU N A

Grandma Ruth and Grandpa Joe with my mother on their way to seek refuge in America.

hochmesser (a mezzaluna blade), which gave me license to pulverize the nuts and fruit with all my might. She sprinkled cinnamon, saying “you can never use too much,” and poured Manischewitz wine into the bowl. We mixed it together, tasting spoonfuls. There was no recipe, just the taste-memories of generations before her.

Grandma Ruth’s raison d’être is feeding loved ones. In her kitchen I watched in awe as she tasted everything for proper spicing, even raw meat. When I was 9 or 10, I followed her around to record her recipe as she baked my favorite dessert, apple strudel. I asked her all sorts of questions while she cooked, but mostly we talked about her family.

Grandma Ruth was born in Shumsk, Poland (now Ukraine), in 1928.

She, her mother, and her siblings were deported Grandma Ruth during World War II likes haroset to be a and left to survive little chunky, for five years in but some the vast steppes of prefer it to the Soviet Union have a smooth

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texture.

when she was just 11. Only after returning to Europe, where she lived in displaced persons camps in Austria, did she begin to learn to cook. Her education continued when she and her family settled as refugees in Lynn, MA. The flavors of her home shtetl (or town) in Poland became central to the narrative she shared with me about her life before the war and our family’s heritage.

These days, when I spend Passover apart from Grandma Ruth and my family, I make haroset in the wooden chopping bowl she gifted me. I taste as I go, adding honey and lemon juice only when my apples aren’t tart enough or the wine sweet enough. My version includes prunes, a common ingredient in Eastern European Jewish cooking, which I feel enhance the flavor and texture.

Just as I stood beside Grandma Ruth, my niece and nephews now prepare the haroset with my mother. That’s the thing about family traditions: They evolve. However, my sisters and I still fight over who gets to take home leftover haroset, so not everything changes.

GRANDMA RUTH’S PASSOVER HAROSET How you prepare haroset can reveal your family origins.

My Iraqi relatives use walnuts and date syrup to make it. Yemeni, Persian, and Greek Jews use dried dates and figs instead of fresh fruit.

Whether or not you grew up eating haroset, feel free to make this recipe with ingredients that connect you to your heritage.

START TO FINISH 20 min.

1¹∕2 cups diced tart apples (about 1 or 2 apples) ¹∕2 cup raw walnuts 4 prunes, pitted and quartered (optional) 1 tsp. ground cinnamon ¹∕4 cup sweet Concord wine (preferably Manischewitz) or sweet grape juice 1 Tbsp. honey or maple syrup (optional) 1 Tbsp. lemon juice (optional)

1. In a chopping bowl or food processor combine apples, walnuts, and prunes (if using).

Hand-chop or pulse until coarsely ground. Transfer to a bowl.

2. Add cinnamon and wine (or grape juice).

Stir and let the mixture I always make sit for 10 minutes as haroset ahead the flavors meld. Taste so I can focus on the more and adjust with more labor-intensive cinnamon, wine or holiday recipes. grape juice, honey or maple syrup, and lemon juice. Makes 2 cups.

PER ¹∕2 CUP SERVING 462 cal, 22 g fat (6 g sat fat), 206 mg sodium, 61 g carb, 2 g fiber, 35 g sugars, 5 g pro ■

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WARM WELCOME THE PLAYFUL ENTRY OFFERS A SNEAK PEEK OF THE STYLE TO COME.

BLENDING HER SOUTHERN ROOTS AND SUNNY SO-CAL STYLE, ACTRESS VIRGINIA WILLIAMS FINDS HAPPINESS IN A COLORFULLY REIMAGINED MIDCENTURY MODERN GEM. 72

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Clean white walls and crisp midcentury architecture set a neutral backdrop for Virginia Williams’ favorite colors.

The upholstery on the dining chairs pulls the yellow from her and husband Bradford’s wedding china displayed in the cabinet. “Virginia loves color, she loves glamour, she loves shine,” says interior designer Seyie Putsure. “The house needed to be updated to feel hip, cool, and fresh, but they also wanted it to reflect who they are.”

BY J E N N I F E R F E R N A N D E Z P H OTO S DAV I D T S AY S T Y L I N G L I Z S T R O N G

Playful updates recast antique pieces in a modern light.

Case in point: The vintage bergère chairs, which came with the house, are covered in a vibrant indoor-outdoor (aka kid-friendly) banana leaf fabric. The pattern is Putsure’s tribute to The Beverly Hills Hotel, a Hollywood Regency-style icon.

ON REPEAT THE SOFA ECHOES THE SWATHS OF BLUE WATER IN THE GRAY MALIN PHOTOS.

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ome people keep their wedding china tucked away.

Virginia Williams is not one of them.

Her beloved Herend Queen Victoria dishes are used often and prominently displayed in a glass cabinet in the dining room. In fact, the pattern’s bright blues, pinks, and yellows are what inspired the palette throughout her Los Angeles home.

“It feels like the perfect marriage of the South and Southern California,” says the Tennessee native.

In 2013 when the actress and her talent manager husband, Bradford Bricken, purchased the 1960 modern ranch—originally designed by architect Perry Neuschatz of the famous Neutra Group—it was dark and dated. But the couple were looking for a project, not only to create a home that fit their style but also as a way to heal after suffering three miscarriages.

With the help of friend and interior designer Seyie Putsure, they covered the wood paneling in white paint, which welcomes the rainbow of Virginia’s favorite hues. Putsure also layered in a few Hollywood Regency notes— mirrored, metallic, and lacquered finishes and crystal details—as a nod to the couple’s professions in the entertainment industry.

Today, the house sports a punchy Palm Springs look that complements the midcentury architecture as well as the vibrancy of a young family that now includes two energetic boys (Ford, 6, and Beau, 4).

“It’s bright and fun and sunny,” Virginia says. “Even when it’s a mess, it still feels happy.”

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color school Love bold bursts of color? Interior designer Seyie Putsure (far left with Virginia) suggests ways to use them with certainty.

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START WITH TWO COLORS Analogous colors (those next to each other on the color wheel) always work together. In this home Putsure went with blue and green.

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BE CONSISTENT Build on the variations within a color family to add depth. Emerald, aquamarine, and kelly (all green hues) form a color thread that connects each room. “It’s important to have continuity so it all feels like part of the same home,” Putsure says.

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ADD CONTRAST

GO GREEN A SMALL SPACE TAMES THE EFFECT OF A BIG, BRIGHT PATTERN.

Introduce accent colors for interest but stay within the same color value.

Putsure used brighter jewel tones throughout (avoiding pastels) to keep the mood consistent and energetic.

WE’VE WORKED FOR YEARS ON THIS HOUSE, ROOM BY ROOM, AND IT FINALLY FEELS LIKE SOMETHING THAT’S OURS. VIRGINIA WILLIAMS

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Slim Aarons’ 1970 Poolside Glamour photograph echoes the kitchen’s vibrant palette. High-shine accents— the crystal chandelier and lacquered cabinetry— add a touch of glamour.

Continuing the trad notes, Putsure says, “The Louis Ghost chairs open up the space and have the same French-inspired silhouette as the bergères in the living room.”

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Drop this pouf in front of an armchair or at the end of the sofa as a playful exclamation point. Moroccan Pink Pouf, $113; darkech.etsy.com

GOLD The metallic base and polished marble top layer on the luster. Cupertine Round Gold Accent Table, $199; homedepot.com

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In another Palm Springs influence, Virginia’s office introduces an unexpected color—tangerine—in a vibrant cabana stripe on the ceiling.

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Peas These emerald gems are at their freshest right now, and we’ve captured their goodness in the springiest of recipes.

KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR PEA S H O O T S —T H E TENDER STEMS A N D L E AV E S A R E ALSO EDIBLE .

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PE A AN D POTATO QU IC H E WITH HON EY WH E AT C RU ST Fresh peas, tender Yukon gold potatoes, tangy goat cheese, and lemon zest give classic quiche a light, bright flavor that’s ideal for brunch. If you can find fresh peas in their pods, shelling them is a pleasant meditative cooking task. Split pods open and run your thumb under the peas to pop them out into a bowl.

RECIPES BEGIN ON PAGE 94.

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fter the doldrums of winter, seeing the first fresh peas in your garden or at the market is a welcome sign of spring—and a reason to celebrate.

If you’ve been relegating peas exclusively to snack or side dish status, you’re missing

starch. Cook them too late and they can be woody or soggy, lacking snap

out. Cara Mangini, author of The Vegetable

and sweetness. Prime pea pods will be

Butcher, sees the tender legumes as the first big act in the growing season. “For me,

bright green without any wrinkles and with minimal brown spots. Once you

peas are this wonderful signal of the good things to come,” she says. “All of

bring them home, refrigerate peas in a ventilated bag and cook as quickly as

these recipes are designed to feel like a

you can, ideally within two to three days.

reward for making it through winter.”

One essential factor

If that’s too quick, peas freeze beautifully and will last in the freezer up to six months.

for ensuring that peas are scene stealers is freshness.

Once peas are picked, their sugars begin to convert to

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No matter how you decide to use this spring harvest, Cara has just one simple piece of advice: Eat as many fresh peas as you can while they’re in season and at their peak.

S NAP PE AS , S NOW PEAS , AN D FARRO WITH O R AN G E S AN D C ITRU S - S E SAM E VI NAIG RET TE

This is the salad we want to eat on repeat—it’s balanced in every way. The crunchy combo of snap and snow peas complements the chewy bite of farro and contrasts the juicy orange sections.

The orange, sesame, and soy dressing hits sweet, salty, and sour notes.

F RI E D S UGAR S NAP PE AS WITH TARR AGO N AÏO LI

Fair warning: These fried snap peas are utterly addictive.

They’re fried in a light semolina batter inspired by Italian fritto misto and served with tarragon aïoli for dipping.

S E RVE AS AN APPETIZE R O N TH E I R OWN O R AS TH E STAR O F A S I M PLE C H E E S E BOARD.

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PE AS LOVE M I NT. COO L AN D SWE ET, IT H E I G HTE N S TH E I R E ARTH I N E S S .

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THE POD PRIMER

PE AS AN D LE E KS FL ATB RE AD Shelled peas shine two ways: They’re sizzled with leeks and scattered atop a thin-crust flatbread with a creamy layer of ricotta and mozzarella. They’re also pureed into a vibrant mint vinaigrette drizzled on top.

CARBONARASTYLE PASTA WITH PEAS AND SHIITAKE “BACON” Pan-fried mushrooms stand in for traditional pancetta in this meat-free riff on carbonara. Strands of sliced snow peas mimic the shape of the spaghetti, adding both texture and sweetness.

Select peas at their freshest to get the best out of them. n S H E LLI N G PE A S Sometimes called English peas, they go from sweet to starchy in a snap and are mostly sold frozen or canned.

In the short season they’re available, grab them and use them quickly. Be sure pods don’t rattle when you shake them—the peas should be big enough to be snug in the pod without causing it to bulge. One pound of pods will yield about 1 cup peas. n S N OW PE A S Pick ones that are mostly flat and avoid any that are even a bit limp. n S U GAR S NAP PE A S These are a cross between shelling and snow peas; both their pods and the peas within are delicious.

Remove the fibrous string by folding the stem end and pulling down to unzip. n G ROW YO U R OWN Peas are easy and satisfying to grow from seed. Just be sure to plant them early in the season (as soon as you can work the soil); they hate the hot weather. n

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MYTHS BUSTED Show your true colors with no reservations. We asked interior designers to dispel the 10 most common misconceptions about paint color. You might be surprised by what they shared—we were!

To lighten the room, Talbot topped a pale gray sofa with pillows in brighter shades of blue plus complementary red and pink. Burgundy armchairs match the walls’ intensity.

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MYTH 1 DARK WALLS MAKE A ROOM LOOK SMALLER. TRUTH “Painting walls and trim

opposites attract Walls painted a dark color work best in rooms with lots of natural light.

Here, designer Jen Talbot used Benjamin Moore Hale Navy.

the same deep color can make a space feel bigger because the color itself makes the corners recede,” says interior designer Erin Gates. Jen Talbot, who designed this living room, agrees.

“But you have to go all in and paint door and window frames, and choose window treatments that blend,” she says. Talbot likes a deep, cool gray, green, or navy. “Dark walls create mood but are not oppressive,” she says.

“They’re rich and make you want to spend more time in the room.”

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MYTH 2 TRIM SHOULD EITHER BE LEFT AS STAINED WOOD OR PAINTED WHITE. TRU T H “Colorful trim often helps a space feel more thought through

and immersive,” says designer Susana Simonpietri of Chango & Co. “For example, painting all trim to work with a wallpaper accent color rather than white. It’s also a great way to mix colors you happen to love and add whimsy to a space, as is the case with this room’s two tones of blue.”

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Simonpietri went two shades darker than the wall color for the trim: Benjamin Moore Sheer Romance and Old Blue Jeans.

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Vibrant paınt is a good way to brıghten a dark room.

PHOTOS: (BEDROOM) COURTESY OF CHANGO & CO., (DINING ROOM) KATIE CHARLOTTE, (PAINT LIDS) KELSEY HANSEN

T RU T H

Don’t think of painted trim as ruining the bones. It can celebrate a room’s architectural character, playing up details like molding by creating contrast.

With little or no natural light to soften it, a bright wall color can look jarring in a room.

Instead, choose light colors tinted with white (versus ones toned down with gray, which can look shadowy in a dark room). Add multiple light sources to create vibrancy.

CORTNEY BISHOP, Cortney Bishop Design

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ALL WHITE PAINTS ARE BASICALLY THE SAME.

T RU TH “Almost all white

paints contain some mixture of colored pigments, which give them tone and shading.

Unless you go with a pure white paint—which does not work well in all situations. It would be too brilliant in a room that gets direct sun, for example.”

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Roth’s trusted white paint picks include, clockwise from top right: A warm tone with “golden and blush tendencies, ideal for sunny southfacing rooms”; a cool white for its “subtle but distinct blue leanings”; a bright white that’s “a super neutral with cool undertones”; and a soft option with “creamy grayness to it.”

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In this dining room by Chloe Warner, the ceiling’s glossy finish (Farrow & Ball London Stone) bounces light around, making the ceiling seem higher.

MYTH 5

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A white ceiling makes a room look larger.

Stylist Eva-Marie Wilken made baby blue walls (similar to Sherwin-Williams Tradewind) seem edgy by using metallic midcentury furniture in every room.

T RU TH S

PHOTOS: (DINING ROOM) LAURE JOLIET, (LIVING & DINING ROOM) MARTIN SØLYST/LIVING INSIDE

“Leaving the ceiling white is a missed opportunity. In this dining room [left] we contrasted the lavender walls with a glossy coffee shade. It adds depth and shine and cuts the sweetness of the wall color.”

CHLOE WARNER, Redmond Aldrich Design

“The eye will often ignore a white ceiling. Painting it a complementary shade adds interest and draws the eye up, creating a feeling of a higher ceiling.”

GIL WALSH, Gil Walsh Interiors

“Color on the ceiling can uplift the space, contribute a sense of increased dimension, and add freshness or drama. It also makes the light fixtures pop.”

BARRY GORALNICK, Barry Goralnick Architecture & Design

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EVERY ROOM SHOULD BE A DIFFERENT COLOR.

T RU TH “A home needs continuity, and using the same

color throughout will make your home flow,” says designer Jackie Armour. In this apartment, above, interiors stylist Eva-Marie Wilken painted most rooms chalky blue for a unified feel, then layered in coral and metallic accents.

“I often change accessories, and that works best when there is harmony between them,” she says.

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MYTH 7

EGGSHELL IS THE BEST CHOICE FOR PAINT FINISH.

T R U T H S “Clients think eggshell is the most durable finish. These days, with all of the new paint formulas [like Benjamin Moore’s washable Aura product or the washable finishes of Farrow & Ball], this is no longer true.” CARLA WEISBERG, interior designer

Sheen is the secret sauce that interior designers often rely on. You can add depth and glow to a space using high gloss.

PHILLIP THOMAS, interior designer

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A NEUTRAL PALETTE MEANS SHADES OF BEIGE, GRAY, OR WHITE.

and calming nuances of color. Neutrals can be used in interior design in two ways—either as a quiet overall look or as background colors for dramatic accents. Using ‘near neutrals’ creates a low enough intensity to not be considered a real color. Using lavender with a grayer undertone in a bedroom, for example, creates a calming, elegant space with cream and white accents.”

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Designer Philip Mitchell picked these subtle hues that walk the line between neutral and colorful.

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There’s no need to prime walls if you’re using a dark color.

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Regardless of how light or dark the hues are, your existing wall color can affect how the new paint looks, so the final effect might not be true to the color you picked. “Think about painting a room dark green when the wall color was lavender.

Essentially, the shade of green will be tainted by the lavender.

We recommend two coats of primer and two coats of paint to achieve the true color.”

JEAN LIU,

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PHOTOS: (PAINT LIDS) KELSEY HANSEN, (LIVING ROOM) AMORFO

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AL L T HE WALL S IN A RO O M SH O UL D B E T HE SAM E C O LO R .

T RUT H “As well as capturing

attention, another wall color helps define a separate zone in a room without a divider,” says designer Rebecca Haskins. “It can also be used to add contrast and highlight an architectural feature like a fireplace or special room shape.” That’s just what designer Lauren Li of Sisällä did in this living room, where a dramatic blue-black accent wall showcases the converted barn’s architecture. ■

intensify Designer Lauren Li chose an inky black (similar to PPG Witchcraft) for a deeper take on the home’s slate flagstone facade.

R E C I PE S F RO M PAG E S 8 0 – 8 5

PEAS PLEASE!

Recipes by Cara Mangini, chef and creator of Little Eater, a vegetable-forward restaurant and catering business in Columbus, Ohio.

PEA AND POTATO QUICHE WITH HONEY WHEAT CRUST hands-on time 30 min. total time 1 hr. 35 min.

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Honey Wheat Pastry (recipe, opposite) garlic cloves, smashed oz. Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/8 inch thick

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cup fresh shelled peas* large eggs 1/2 cup heavy cream 4 tsp. chopped fresh chives 2 tsp. chopped fresh dill weed 11/2 tsp. lemon zest 2 oz. soft goat cheese, crumbled into large pieces Pea shoots (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Flour a rolling pin and, on a piece of parchment or floured board, roll out the Honey Wheat Pastry dough, rolling from center outward to a 12-inch round. Transfer dough to a 9-inch pie plate, centering it in the middle of the plate and letting the dough hang over the edge. Gently lift the sides of dough and press dough into

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Fresh shelling peas start appearing at farmers markets as early as April. If you can’t find them, check your specialty grocery store.

the bottom crease of the pie plate, working your way around so there are no gaps between the dough and the pie plate. Fold edge of dough underneath itself, gently pinching to seal dough. The edge of the dough should stand about 1/2 inch above the lip of the pie plate.

Crimp and flute the edge of the dough if you like. Chill 10 to 15 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet heat 3 Tbsp. olive oil and the garlic over medium. When the garlic just begins to simmer in the oil (2 minutes), cook, stirring frequently and occasionally tilting the pan to submerge the garlic in oil, 90 seconds or until golden and fragrant. Add potatoes, making sure to separate slices as you stir them. Cook, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender and lightly browned in places. (Reduce heat if the potatoes brown too quickly or begin to burn on the edges before cooking through.) Remove large pieces of the smashed garlic and stir in the peas.

Season with 1 tsp. fine sea salt and cook, stirring occasionally, about 1 minute or until peas are warmed through. With a slotted spoon, transfer potato-pea mixture to a clean, folded kitchen towel or a couple of paper towels to absorb excess oil.

3. Cover chilled dough with a piece of parchment and fill with dry beans or pie weights. Bake 20 minutes or until edges are set and golden. Remove parchment and dry beans; bake 5 to 10 minutes more or until the dough dries out.

4. In a large bowl whisk together the eggs, cream, 3 tsp. of the chives, the dill weed, 1 tsp. of the lemon zest, 1/2 tsp. fine sea salt, and 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper. Remove 1/4 cup of the peas from the potato mixture. Stir the potatoes and remaining peas into the egg mixture until combined. Pour mixture carefully into the hot crust and use tongs to spread out the potatoes. Top evenly with the goat cheese and remaining 1 tsp. chives. Place pinches of the remaining 1/2 tsp. lemon zest over the goat cheese.

5. Bake 25 minutes or until lightly golden brown and center is just set. Transfer to

a wire rack to cool at least 15 minutes before cutting. Top with the reserved peas and, if you like, pea shoots and a light sprinkling of flaky sea salt. Serves 6. *tip One pound peas in the pod yields approximately 1 cup shelled peas. per serving 540 cal, 37 g fat (18 g sat fat), 254 mg chol, 874 mg sodium, 40 g carb, 5 g fiber, 6 g sugars, 15 g pro

HONEY WHEAT PASTRY hands-on time 10 min. total time 40 min. (includes chilling) 1

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cup whole wheat flour cup all-purpose flour Tbsp. sugar cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces tsp. raw honey

In a food processor pulse whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, and 1/8 tsp. fine sea salt until just blended. Add the butter pieces, a few at a time, pulsing until butter is broken down into pieces the size of small peas. In a small bowl stir together 1/4 cup cold water and the honey. Slowly stream water mixture through feed tube and continue to pulse until dough just begins to stick together in places. Transfer dough and all crumbly pieces from processor to a piece of parchment. Use your hands to gather the dough and press the dry pieces together, forming them into a mound. Flatten into a thick disk, wrap in plastic, and chill at least 30 minutes or until easy to handle. Before rolling out dough, let stand at room temperature 15 minutes or until pliable.

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3. While farro is still warm, add 2 Tbsp. of the dressing; toss to lightly coat. Add peas, orange supremes, almonds, and remaining dressing. Toss until evenly distributed and well coated. If you like, top with pea shoots and sprinkle with flaky sea salt and additional freshly ground black pepper. Serves 4. *tip Remove zest before supreming and work over a bowl to catch juice. After supreming, squeeze peels and membranes to get 2 Tbsp. juice. per serving 416 cal, 15 g fat (1 g sat fat), 98 mg sodium, 57 g carb, 12 g fiber, 13 g sugars, 12 g pro

cup dry farro, rinsed and drained tsp. orange zest* Tbsp. orange juice* tsp. rice wine vinegar tsp. pure maple syrup tsp. soy sauce or tamari tsp. toasted sesame oil Tbsp. canola oil cup orange supremes (from 2 large oranges) (see “Supreme Citrus,” below) cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted Pea shoots (optional) Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon) (optional)

1. Fill a 2-qt. saucepan half full of water and add 1 Tbsp. kosher salt; bring to boiling. Fill a large bowl with ice water.

Add snap and/or snow peas to boiling water and cook 30 to 60 seconds or until crisp-tender. With a slotted spoon, lift the peas from boiling water and plunge immediately into the ice water.

Add farro to the boiling water and cook, uncovered, 20 to 25 minutes or until tender. Drain peas; pat dry. Drain farro and transfer to a large bowl.

2. Meanwhile, for dressing, in a small bowl whisk together the orange zest, orange juice, rice wine vinegar, maple syrup, soy sauce, and 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper. Whisking as you go, stream in the sesame oil and canola oil until evenly blended. Season with salt and additional pepper if you like.

FRIED SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH TARRAGON AÏOLI These are best served right away, but you can keep them warm in a 200°F oven up to 30 minutes. start to finish 45 min.

3/4 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup finely milled semolina flour

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(such as Bob’s Red Mill) or all-purpose flour tsp. baking powder cup buttermilk, shaken cups vegetable oil or canola oil lb. sugar snap pea pods, trimmed, strings removed, and patted dry tsp. flaky sea salt (such as Maldon) Lemon wedges Tarragon Aïoli (recipe, page 96)

SUPREME CITRUS

Segment citrus into juicy sections without membranes or bitter piths.

PHOTOS: ANTONIS ACHILLEOS

SNAP PEAS, SNOW PEAS, AND FARRO WITH ORANGES AND CITRUSSESAME VINAIGRETTE “I like to keep the focus on the color and texture of the snap peas and snow peas, but for a greens-forward salad, serve over 3 cups shredded baby spinach,” Cara says. hands-on time 20 min. total time 40 min.

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oz. sugar snap pea and/or snow pea pods, trimmed, strings removed, and, if desired, cut

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TO SUPREME AN ORANGE For each piece of fruit: 1 Cut a thin slice from both ends. 2 Cut off peel and white pith from top to bottom. 3 Remove sections by cutting between a section and membrane to center, then cutting along the other side of the section to free it. Continue with each section.

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1. In a large bowl whisk together the all-purpose flour, semolina flour, baking powder, and 1/4 tsp. fine sea salt. Pour buttermilk into a rimmed shallow dish or pie plate. Line a rimmed baking sheet or large heat-safe plate with paper towels.

2. Pour the oil into an extra-large heavy-bottom skillet. Heat over medium-high until 365°F to 375°F. Working in batches, dunk pea pods in buttermilk and use tongs to turn, coat, and lift them, allowing excess to drip off.

Immediately toss the pea pods gently in the flour mixture to coat them. Lift them, gently shaking off any excess flour, then carefully lower them into the hot oil.

Do not overcrowd the pan.

3. Fry pea pods 3 minutes or until golden brown all over and crisp. With a slotted spoon, carefully remove pea pods from oil, allowing excess oil to drip off; transfer to the paper-towel-lined baking sheet or plate. Generously sprinkle with flaky sea salt while hot.

Repeat until all pea pods are fried, adjusting heat as needed to maintain oil temperature. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and Tarragon Aïoli.

Serves 6. per serving 671 cal, 56 g fat (6 g sat fat), 33 mg chol, 1,391 mg sodium, 38 g carb, 4 g fiber, 6 g sugars, 9 g pro

very slowly drizzle a small amount of the canola oil through the feed tube.

Continue processing while maintaining a small but steady stream of oil. (It should take 2 to 4 minutes to drizzle in the full 3/4 cup of canola oil.)

3. Scrape down sides of bowl. Add tarragon. With processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Scrape down sides of bowl and season with up to 1 tsp. additional lemon juice. Serve with Fried Sugar Snap Peas or refrigerate, covered, up to 5 days. Makes 1 cup. *tip Use a pasteurized egg if you have a compromised immune system or food safety concerns. per 1 tbsp. 111 cal, 12 g fat (1 g sat fat), 12 mg chol, 112 mg sodium, 1 g carb, 1 g pro

PEAS AND LEEKS FLATBREAD hands-on time 35 min. total time 50 min.

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garlic cloves, thinly sliced leeks, trimmed, halved, and white and green parts thinly sliced (41/2 cups) 1 cup fresh shelled peas* 2 Tbsp. loosely packed chopped fresh mint 3/4 cup whole milk ricotta 1/4 cup buttermilk 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese 2 8-oz. portions Flatbread Dough (recipe, opposite) 4 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese or 4 oz. feta cheese, crumbled

F R E S H PE A VI NAI G R ET TE

TARRAGON AÏOLI start to finish 10 min.

small garlic cloves, peeled large egg* 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice 3/4 cup canola oil 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh tarragon 2 Tbsp. olive oil

1. To make a garlic paste, chop the garlic and 1/4 tsp. fine sea salt together, then press down on the garlic with the side of your knife. Move the side of the knife back and forth against the garlic and salt until a paste forms.

2. Place the garlic paste, egg, mustard, lemon juice, and an additional 1/2 tsp. fine sea salt in a food processor; process 5 seconds or until mixture is just combined. With food processor running,

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IF YOU LIKE, MAKE A DOUBLE BATCH OF THE PESTO-ESQUE DRESSING AND TOSS WITH HOT COOKED PASTA.

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• Cancer and immune system problems.

The use of OPZELURA along with therapeutic OPZELURA may increase your risk of certain cancers biologics for atopic dermatitis, other JAK inhibitors, or by changing the way your immune system works. strong immunosuppressants such as azathioprine or Some people have had lymphoma and other cancers cyclosporine is not recommended. while taking JAK inhibitors by mouth, especially if they It is not known if OPZELURA is safe or effective in are a current or past smoker. Some people have had children less than 12 years of age. skin cancers while taking OPZELURA. Your healthcare Important: OPZELURA cream is for use on the skin provider will regularly check your skin during your only. Do not use OPZELURA cream, in your eyes, treatment with OPZELURA. Tell your healthcare mouth or vagina. provider if you have ever had any type of cancer.

What is the most important information I should • Increased risk of major cardiovascular events know about OPZELURA? such as heart attack, stroke or death has happened OPZELURA may cause serious side effects, including: in people with cardiovascular risk factors and who are current or past smokers while using JAK • Serious Infections. OPZELURA contains ruxolitinib. inhibitors to treat inflammatory conditions.

Ruxolitinib belongs to a class of medicines called Get emergency help right away if you have any Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors. JAK inhibitors are symptoms of a heart attack or stroke while using medicines that affect your immune system. JAK OPZELURA, including: inhibitors can lower the ability of your immune system to fight infections. Some people have had serious ○ shortness of breath ○ discomfort in the infections while taking JAK inhibitors by mouth, with or without center of your chest including tuberculosis (TB), and infections caused by chest discomfort that lasts for more bacteria, fungi, or viruses that can spread throughout than a few minutes, ○ breaking out in a the body. Some people have been hospitalized or died cold sweat or that goes away from these infections. Some people have had serious ○ nausea or vomiting and comes back infections of their lungs while taking OPZELURA. ○ feeling lightheaded ○ severe tightness, ○ weakness in one part or pain, pressure, or ○ Your healthcare provider should watch you closely on one side of your body heaviness in your for signs and symptoms of TB during treatment chest, throat, neck, ○ slurred speech with OPZELURA. or jaw OPZELURA should not be used in people with an active, ○ pain or discomfort in serious infection, including localized infections. You your arms, back, neck, should not start using OPZELURA if you have any kind jaw, or stomach of infection unless your healthcare provider tells you it is okay. You may be at a higher risk of developing • Blood clots. Blood clots in the veins of your legs shingles (herpes zoster) while using OPZELURA. (deep vein thrombosis, DVT) or lungs (pulmonary Before starting OPZELURA, tell your healthcare embolism, PE) can happen in some people taking provider if you: OPZELURA. This may be life-threatening.

• are being treated for an infection ○ Tell your healthcare provider if you have had blood • have had an infection that does not go away or that clots in the veins of your legs or lungs in the past. keeps coming back ○ Tell your healthcare provider right away if you • have diabetes, chronic lung disease, HIV, or a weak have any signs and symptoms of blood clots during immune system treatment with OPZELURA, including: • have TB or have been in close contact with • swelling, pain or tenderness in one or both legs someone with TB • sudden, unexplained chest or upper back pain • have had shingles (herpes zoster) • shortness of breath or difficulty breathing • have had hepatitis B or C • live in an area, or have lived in an area, or have traveled See “What are the possible side effects of to certain parts of the country (such as the Ohio and OPZELURA?” for more information about side effects.

Mississippi River valleys and the Southwest) where Before using OPZELURA, tell your healthcare there is an increased chance for getting certain kinds provider about all of your medical conditions, of fungal infections. These infections may happen or including if you: become more severe if you use OPZELURA. Ask your healthcare provider if you do not know if you have lived • have an infection • have or had tuberculosis (TB), or have been in close in an area where these infections are common. contact with someone who has TB • think you have an infection or have symptoms of • have had shingles (herpes zoster) an infection such as: • have or had hepatitis B or C ○ fever, sweating, ○ weight loss ○ warm, red, or painful skin • have had skin cancer in the past or chills • are a current or past smoker or sores on your body ○ muscle aches ○ cough or shortness ○ diarrhea or stomach pain • have or have had low white or red blood cell counts ○ burning when you urinate • have high levels of fat in your blood (high cholesterol of breath or triglycerides) or urinating more often ○ blood in • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not than usual your phlegm known if OPZELURA will harm your unborn baby. ○ feeling very tired

• Pregnancy Exposure Registry. There is a pregnancy exposure registry for individuals who use OPZELURA during pregnancy. The purpose of this registry is to collect information about the health of you and your baby. If you become exposed to OPZELURA during pregnancy, you and your healthcare provider should report exposure to Incyte Corporation at 1-855-463-3463.

• are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if OPZELURA passes into your breast milk. Do not breastfeed during treatment with OPZELURA and for about 4 weeks after the last dose.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them to show your healthcare provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine.

What are the possible side effects of OPZELURA? OPZELURA may cause serious side effects, including: • See “What is the most important information I should know about OPZELURA?” • Low blood cell counts. OPZELURA may cause low platelet counts (thrombocytopenia), low red blood cell counts (anemia), and low white blood cell counts (neutropenia). If needed, your healthcare provider will do a blood test to check your blood cell counts during your treatment with OPZELURA and may stop your treatment if signs or symptoms of low blood cell counts happen. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you develop or have worsening of any of these symptoms: ○ unusual bleeding ○ bruising ○ tiredness ○ shortness of breath ○ fever • Cholesterol increases. Cholesterol increase has happened in people when ruxolitinib is taken by mouth.

Tell your healthcare provider if you have high levels of fat in your blood (high cholesterol or triglycerides).

The most common side effects of OPZELURA include: • pain or swelling in your nose or throat (nasopharyngitis) • diarrhea • bronchitis • ear infection • increase in a type of white blood cell (eosinophil) counts • hives • inflamed hair pores (folliculitis) • swelling of the tonsils (tonsillitis) • runny nose (rhinorrhea) These are not all of the possible side effects of OPZELURA. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects to Incyte Corporation at 1-855-463-3463.

Manufactured for: Incyte Corporation, 1801 Augustine Cut-off, Wilmington, DE 19803 Issued: September 2021 PLR-OPZ-00010 OPZELURA is a trademark of Incyte. All rights reserved.

U.S. Patent Nos. 7598257; 8415362; 8722693; 8822481; 9079912; 9974790; 10610530; 10639310; 10758543; 10869870 For more information go to www.Opzelura.com or call 1-855-463-3463

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Tbsp. pine nuts or sliced almonds Fresh Pea Vinaigrette

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. In an extra-large skillet heat 2 Tbsp. olive oil and the garlic over medium. When the garlic just begins to simmer, cook and stir 90 seconds or until fragrant and golden in places. Add the leeks, ³∕4 tsp. fine sea salt, and ¹∕4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring, 5 to 7 minutes or until leeks are tender and golden. Add peas and mint; cook and stir 2 minutes or until peas are crisptender. Remove from heat; cool briefly.

2. In a medium bowl whisk together the ricotta, buttermilk, cream, Parmesan, ¹∕4 tsp. fine sea salt, and ¹∕4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper.

3. Oil two baking sheets. Lightly flour a large cutting board or work surface.

Use your fi ngers to evenly flatten one disk of the Flatbread Dough, working from the center out to the edge. Lightly flour a rolling pin; roll out dough portion evenly to a 12-inch circle.

Transfer dough to one of the baking sheets, stretching the dough as needed to maintain the diameter. Repeat with other disk of Flatbread Dough.

4. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over each dough round, leaving a ¹∕2-inch border around the edge. Evenly top each with half of the pea mixture, half of the mozzarella, and half of the pine nuts. Bake on separate oven racks 15 minutes or until the mozzarella is browned in places and crust is golden on the edges, swapping baking sheet positions halfway through.

5. Serve with Fresh Pea Vinaigrette and, if you like, top with additional mint.

Serves 8.

FRESH PEA VINAIGRETTE Bring a small saucepan of water to boiling. Add ²∕3 cup shelled fresh peas. Cook 30 to 60 seconds or until bright green. With a slotted spoon, transfer to a bowl filled with ice water to cool; drain well. In a small food processor or blender combine peas; 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar; 2 Tbsp. olive oil; 2 Tbsp. water; 1 Tbsp. fresh mint, tarragon, or whatever spring herbs you have on

hand; 1 Tbsp. chopped red onion; and ¹∕4 tsp. fine sea salt. Process or blend until nearly smooth. Add 1 to 2 Tbsp. additional water to make drizzling consistency. Makes ²∕3 cup. *TIP One pound peas in the pod yields approximately 1 cup shelled peas.

PER SERVING 405 cal, 22 g fat (7 g sat fat), 33 mg chol, 630 mg sodium, 40 g carb, 4 g fiber, 5 g sugars, 12 g pro

FLATBREAD DOUGH

HANDS-ON TIME 20 min.

TOTAL TIME 2 hr. 20 min. (includes resting)

¹∕2 tsp. active dry yeast 2 1

cups bread flour tsp. sugar

1. In a 1-cup liquid measuring cup, combine ¹∕4 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F) and the yeast. Let the mixture stand 5 minutes or until foamy.

2. Add flour, sugar, and ¹∕2 tsp. fine sea salt to the bowl of a food processor; pulse five times to combine.

3. Stir an additional ¹∕2 cup warm water into the yeast mixture. While pulsing the food processor, gradually pour the yeast mixture then 2 Tbsp. olive oil through the feed tube. Continue to pulse until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl and just begins to form a ball. (If the dough isn’t coming together, add 1 to 2 tsp. warm water, 1 tsp. at a time, and pulse until it just comes together in a ball.)

4. Lightly flour a work surface or cutting board. Transfer dough to the work surface; knead briefly (about 10 times) until dough is smooth and slightly sticky.

Shape dough into a ball, place in a large oiled bowl, and cover with plastic wrap. Set aside in a warm place to rise 1¹∕2 to 2 hours or until doubled in size.

5. Divide dough in half, about 8 oz. each; gently shape dough halves into balls, then flatten into thick disks. Wrap each dough disk in plastic wrap or cover with a damp towel; let rest up to 30 minutes. (To make ahead, wrap and refrigerate the disks overnight. Bring to room temperature before rolling out the dough as directed.) Makes two 8-oz. portions.

CARBONARA-STYLE PASTA WITH PEAS AND SHIITAKE “BACON” START TO FINISH 25 min.

8

oz. fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, caps thinly sliced (4 cups) 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 large eggs, at room temperature (see Tarragon Aïoli tip, opposite) ¹∕2 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese (1¹∕2 oz.) ¹∕3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese (1 oz.)

12 oz. dried spaghetti 1¹∕4 cups shelled fresh peas (see Peas and Leeks Flatbread tip, above left) 8 oz. snow pea pods, slivered lengthwise ³∕4 tsp. flaky sea salt (such as Maldon) 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives (optional)

1. In an extra-large skillet heat 3 Tbsp. olive oil over medium-high. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, 6 to 8 minutes or until brown on the edges and crisp. Add garlic and season with a generous pinch of fine sea salt. Cook and stir 1 minute or until fragrant. Remove from heat. With a slotted spoon, transfer mushrooms to a clean kitchen towel or a couple of paper towels to absorb excess oil. (If you like, set aside a few of the mushrooms to top finished pasta.)

2. Preheat oven to 200°F. Place a very large heat-safe bowl in oven 10 minutes to warm it. (Or fill a very large bowl with hot WATCH & water; drain water LEARN before adding pasta.)

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SQUARED UP FRENCH TOAST CUBES For more traditional French toast, use slices. Prep as directed, sprinkling each slice with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

START TO FINISH 30 min.

1 4 2 1

cup milk eggs tsp. vanilla 1-lb. unsliced round loaf artisanstyle country white bread, cut into 2-inch cubes ³∕4 cup sugar 2 tsp. ground cinnamon 3 to 4 Tbsp. butter Honey Mascarpone Whipped Cream and/or fresh berries (optional)

1. In a large bowl whisk together milk, eggs, vanilla, and ¹∕4 tsp. salt. Add bread cubes; toss. Let stand 5 minutes.

2. In a shallow dish stir together the sugar and cinnamon.

3. In a 10-inch skillet melt 2 Tbsp. of the butter over medium. Remove a few bread cubes from the egg

mixture, allowing excess to drip off.

Add to skillet.

Cook 3 minutes Look for an per batch,* unsliced loaf with a golden, turning to cook crispy crust and evenly until soft crumb. golden. Using tongs, immediately transfer bread cubes to cinnamon-sugar mixture and roll to coat.

Repeat with remaining bread cubes, adding more butter to skillet as needed. Serve immediately with honey and, if you like, Mascarpone Whipped Cream and/or berries. Serves 6.

MASCARPONE WHIPPED CREAM In a large chilled bowl beat together 1 cup heavy cream, ¹∕4 cup mascarpone, and 2 Tbsp. honey with a mixer just until stiff peaks form. *TIP To keep finished French Toast Cubes warm while you cook remaining batches, place on a 15×10-inch baking pan in a 200°F oven.

PER SERVING 425 cal, 11 g fat (5 g sat fat), 143 mg chol, 648 mg sodium, 72 g carb, 3 g fiber, 33 g sugars, 12 g pro ■

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3. In a large pot or Dutch oven bring 4 qt. water and 1 Tbsp. fi ne sea salt to boiling. Add pasta and cook 9 minutes.

Carefully remove 1 cup of the pasta cooking water. Add shelled peas and snow peas to pot with pasta; cook 1 minute more or until al dente.

4. Drain pasta and peas; transfer immediately to the warm bowl. If pasta looks dry, add enough of the reserved cooking water to loosen it. Immediately pour the egg mixture over the pasta and sprinkle with flaky sea salt; toss well. Add mushrooms and toss. (The sauce should be creamy and silky. Add more pasta water as needed to loosen.) Top with additional Parmesan, additional ground black pepper, and, if using, chives and/or reserved mushrooms. Serve immediately. Serves 4.

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Periodontitis goes beyond your mouth. Research shows gum disease patients have a 26% higher risk of type 2 diabetes and 18% higher odds of heart disease. One key habit (along with brushing and seeing a dentist twice a year): flossing once a day. Not a fan?

Try a floss holder or picks that make it easier to reach back teeth.

A recent report ranked diets for healthy eating and weight loss. Two to note are the Flexitarian Diet—you eat vegetarian most of the time, adding nonmeat sources of protein, like beans.

And DASH—a lowersodium diet focused on whole grains, produce, lean protein, and low-fat dairy.

More than half of Americans plan to take a getaway in 2022.

28% THAT’S HOW MUCH LESS LIKELY COFFEE AND TEA DRINKERS ARE TO DEVELOP DEMENTIA. Scientists found that the protective benefits (most likely from antioxidants that fend off inflammation) kicked in at two to three cups a day of coffee, tea, or a combo of the two.

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April 7 is National Alcohol Screening Day to raise awareness of alcohol abuse and alcoholism.

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espite the dizzying array of supplements available, most of us don’t need to take many of them. But there are a few nutrients that Americans are commonly deficient in. Remember: “If you can’t meet your needs through food, supplements can help bridge the gap,” says Debbie Petitpain, RDN, a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Keep an eye on these five nutrients.

VITAMIN D

IRON

Why you need it For strong bones and immunity.

Why you need it To help red blood cells carry oxygen throughout your body.

Aim for 600 to 1,000 IU daily.

Find it in Fortified dairy products, fish, and mushrooms.

Take note It’s hard to get enough D from diet alone; you make it when you’re exposed to sunlight. There’s some debate among scientists as to how much we should be supplementing, so talk to your doctor first about this one, says Gregory Lopez, PharmD, editor in chief for examine .com, a database of nutrition and supplement research.

G O I N G WITH A G U M MY VITAM I N ? AI M FO R LE S S THAN 8 G S U GAR PE R S E RVI N G .

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Aim for 18 mg daily for women up to age 50; 8 mg age 51 and older.

Find it in Red meat, salmon, poultry, dried beans, and ironfortified cereals.

Take note You might need iron, especially if you have heavy periods or anemia (extreme fatigue, cold hands and feet).

But have your levels checked before supplementing; too much iron can be toxic.

Take note It’s best to get potassium by eating lots of fruits and veggies; it’s easy to get too much with a supplement (some medications also affect potassium levels). Only supplement if your doctor prescribes it.

CALCIUM Why you need it For strong bones and healthy teeth.

POTASSIUM

Aim for 1,000 mg per day (1,200 mg for women 51 and older).

Why you need it For the health of your heart, kidneys, muscles, and nerves.

Find it in Fortified cereals, dairy, nondairy milks, orange juice, and leafy greens.

Aim for 2,600 mg per day.

Take note Try to get your calcium via food—recent studies haven’t found strong proof that calcium

Find it in Potatoes, beans, bananas, tomatoes, apricots, and leafy greens.

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supplements protect bones, and they may have risks. If you need a supplement, take smaller amounts (e.g., no more than one 500 mg pill at a time) for better absorption.

FIBER Why you need it To keep your digestive system running smoothly, reduce cholesterol, and help regulate blood sugar.

Aim for About 28 g daily.

Find it in Whole grains, beans, fruits, and vegetables.

Take note Increase your fiber intake slowly to avoid bloating and constipation.

Drink plenty of water with dietary fiber or supplements.

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health nutrients for every age Your nutrient needs can change with age.

Here’s a decade-bydecade glance at what to consider.

IN YOUR 30S AND 40S FOLIC ACID

doyou reallyneed amultivitamin?

Some experts consider a multivitamin a good insurance policy in case you’re not eating a wellbalanced diet. Others think they’re not necessary. For the most part, a multivitamin will do no harm. Just be sure to look at the percentages on the label and choose one that has no more than 100 percent of each nutrient listed, Petitpain says.

The potential for danger comes from overdoing certain nutrients, especially fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K, which can build up in your system.

Also take a pass on the iron if you’re postmenopausal to avoid toxicity as well as uncomfortable GI side effects.

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This B vitamin helps form new cells, and it’s crucial to take before becoming pregnant to prevent serious birth defects. Fortified breads and cereals have some folic acid, but the official

recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is for all women of childbearing age to take a 400 mcg supplement.

OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS Found in

fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, and tuna, omega-3s support brain and heart health and help lower inflammation.

Aim to eat fish twice a week. If you don’t eat fish, ask your doc about a supplement and dosage.

IN YOUR 50S VITAMIN B12

Starting in your 50s, you might not make enough of a certain stomach protein that helps absorb B12.

Certain medications, including metformin for diabetes and ones for acid reflux, also interfere with B12 absorption. Most adults over 50 should consider taking a supplement containing 100–400 mcg per day to protect the nervous system and keep energy levels up.

IN YOUR 60S AND BEYOND PROTEIN

You probably don’t need a supplement, but be aware protein requirements for maintaining muscle mass and overall strength

increase with age.

Aim to eat some protein at every meal, which might mean adding Greek yogurt or an egg to breakfast or as a snack.

EYE-PROTECTIVE VITAMINS AND MINERALS If you’ve

been diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD)— the most common cause of blindness— ask your doctor if you’d benefit from taking a supplement called AREDS (a combo of vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, copper, and zinc) or AREDS2 (adds lutein and zeaxanthin instead of betacarotene). Both have been clinically shown to delay or prevent blindness in people with moderate to severe AMD.

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WHATABOUTVEGETARIANS?

Not eating meat doesn’t necessarily mean you need a supplement—assuming you eat eggs and dairy.

If you don’t, you likely need a B12 supplement, says Lopez, who notes that some vegetarians also fall short on calcium, iron, and zinc.

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It’s a tangible reflection of a beautiful life I share with my family.”

“You don’t have to own a house to make it feel like a home,” Carmeon says.

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