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contents april 2016 | volume 94 | number 4

HOME

24 DECORATING The earthy look is a natural choice. 34 COLOR Try these not-quite-whites. 38 I DID IT 46 OUTDOOR LIVING A garden that gives you privacy.

50 PLANTINGS Baptisia only looks delicate.

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

Grow veggies and herbs in pots.

FOOD 72 HOW TO COOK Easy, versatile pesto. 78 FAST & FRESH 86 NEW WAYS

106 100

Quick recipes for fresh peas.

90 GOODS Kosher treats for Passover.

LIFE IN COLOR 94 WINGING IT This garden is for the birds—and the bees and the butterﬂ ies, too. 10 0 TINY TOMATOES Don’t judge by size. These mini varieties deliver big ﬂavor. 106 OFF THE BEATEN PATH Believe it: a California ranch remodel in two weeks for $15,000!

112 A LIFE CULTIVATED A painter and fabric designer ﬁ nds inspiration in her garden.

BETTER 124 HOW TO BE A MORNING PERSON Wake up easier and happier.

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134 GOOD TO KNOW 136 LIVE FIT 138 THE HEALTH NUT Shhh—Amy’s at a silent retreat.

ON THE COVER

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142 NUTRITION

PHOTO: GREG SCHEIDEMANN

11 OBSESSED 14 SHOPKEEPER 16 HAIR 20 IN PERSON

4 EDITOR’S LETTER 8 BHG.COM 116 THE KITCHEN

144 FAMILY TIME 146 TRAVEL

STYLIST: SCOTT J. JOHNSON

Even more reason to love cheese.

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editor’s letter growth industry I must have the need to grow plants deep in my family tree. Both branches were farmers as far back as anyone can remember. Maybe that’s why I’ve always loved gardening and learning about new plants. That’s also why I feel a bond with garden editor Jane Austin Miller (with me at let). Jane and I speak the same gardening language: botanical Latin. Everyone else in our editorial meetings might roll their eyes when we casually throw around names like Asclepias tuberosa, but we wear the title “plant nerd” proudly. We want to be absolutely correct because we never want to (nor would you let us) underestimate your expertise. In this issue, we take a broad look at horticulture. We draw attention to pollinators both familiar (honeybees) and almost unseen (ever hear of a hoverfly?). We bring the trendiest, tastiest small tomatoes from the garden to the kitchen. And you’ll see beautiful flowers, not just this month but all year. Also stay tuned for practical gardening columns and more inspiration from our Test Garden here in Des Moines. Garden manager Sandra Gerdes has worked in that slice of Eden for 18 years, and she keeps Jane and me on the straight and narrow path, horticulturally speaking. Even if you aren’t into gardening (and we do aim to sway you), we hope you’ll enjoy the beautiful photographs and accept our invitation to unplug and head out into the fresh air and sunshine. Don’t worry, there’s no need to learn Latin.

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“For morning meetings, Irving Farm Coffee Roasters on Orchard Street has lots of neighborhood charm and really great coffee.“ The muffins are pretty darn good, too. irvingfarm.com

After a long week (or day), Eliza meets friends at this Mexican eatery for chips and a margarita made with pepper-infused tequila. “It’s so spicy, the bartender will try to talk you out of it.” barriochinonyc.com

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At this cheery bakery known for its cupcakes, Eliza likes the Chocolate Bomb: a decadent mash-up of whipped cream, pudding, and chocolate cake. “The name says it all.” sugarsweetsunshine.com

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“I’m basically a matchmaker,” says Eliza Blank, founder of The Sill, a company that bridges the gap between plants and people. “Plants make people happy,” Eliza says, “and the key is ﬁnding the houseplant to ﬁt your lifestyle, space, and budget.” Stop by the small corner shop on Hester Street to meet potential plant mates— succulents, ferns, pothos, cacti, ZZ, and snake plants— along with stoneware pots in every shape and size. After answering a series of questions about you and your indoor space (“What’s your sun situation?” “How often are you willing to water?”) the hort-savvy staf will hook you up with the perfect plant. thesill.com Q

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Life-changing. Magical. Not exaggerating. The ﬂexible bristles glide through wet hair, easily unsnarling knots. Zero pulling. No breakage. And if you have kids, go ahead and buy two—detangling without the drama. T RY: Wet Brush, $12.99; thewetbrush.com.

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Everyone (yep—even if you have ﬁ ne hair) should use coconut oil as a preshampoo treatment every few weeks. “Really work it into your scalp to nourish the skin, then rake it through to keep your hair strong and shiny,” Saviano says. If you have curls, waves, or damage, use an oil blend for every day to soften and defrizz. (Ends only for ﬁner types.) T RY: L’Oréal Paris Extraordinary Oil Nourish Lustrous Oil Serum, $6.99; lorealparisusa.com.

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BRUNETTE Your biggies: Dullness and brassiness. At-home glosses brighten between salon appointments and give natural brunettes extra sheen. Also, you might want to install a ﬁlter in your shower. “It will

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A high, tight ponytail can snap the weaker strands around your hairline. Instead, wear your ponytail low and loose. “For work or evening, add a black ribbon so it doesn’t look like you’re on your way to spin,” says Guido, a hairstylist and Redken’s global creative director.

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HUNT & GATHER Sometimes the most successful inspiration for an interior comes from a love for the great outdoors. Nuggets of turquoise might inspire an accent color, an antique watering can leads to the perfect metal fi nish, and wispy greenery keeps it all fresh.

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H O M E D E C O R AT I N G

OUTSIDE interests

The key to energizing a quiet room is right outside your window: It’s all about layering textures, colors, and patterns that are rooted in nature. MOTHER NATURE might very well be the world’s best

teacher when it comes to decorating lessons. Outdoors, a mix beats a match, simplicity reigns, and, well, those colors! “Nothing is more beautiful than what’s outside,” decorator Lauren Liess says. That was her starting point when asked to give this serene, clean-lined room, below, a new look for spring. All it took were a few moves and a colorful, comfortable layer. Liess split up matching chairs and lamps, amped up the blues and greens with more pillows (no assigned seating), swapped the graphic rug for one with a soft pattern, and brought in lush plants and trees. Consider the seeds of inspiration planted.

NEUTRAL GROUND

The original palette hits a calming, sophisticated note with a neutral base and quiet touches of olive, gray, and blue.

A mix of furniture (classic living room pieces and wood-andwoven surprises) works because of shared simplicity.

A large seagrass rug anchors the seating area and contrasts with the furniture. A second rug cozies up the conversation area.

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BY KIT SEL ZER

PHOTOS HELEN NORMAN

PRODUCED AND ST YLED BY EDDIE ROSS

The same room gets a completely different look with easy addons: pillows, curtains, art, and greenery.

PERK UP A CORNER WITH A LIVE TREE , LIKE THIS FICUS OR A FIDDLELEAF FIG.

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H O M E D E C O R AT I N G

PRESS LEAVES AND COVER MATS IN KR AFT PAPER TO MAKE YOUR OWN BOTANICAL ART.

LAUREN LIESS The decorator and author shares how to follow Mother Nature’s lead. LOO K O U T S I D E

“I look to the surrounding landscape and use colors that are naturally occurring.” AD D TE X TU R E

“Without it, a room falls flat. Much of it can come in actual textural materials such as seagrass, wood, and stone.” U S E H O U S E PL ANT S

”My favorites are asparagus ferns, foxtail ferns, maidenhair ferns, topiaries, and baby’s tears.” The relaxed approach to artwork: replacing one painting with a gallery wall (that includes a big piece of modern art in earthy colors), above. An array of pillows, right, shows the magic of mixing textures and styles. A garden stool, far right, makes a quirky and practical side table.

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This husband-and-wife team took their love of gardening to new heights with a vertical display of flowerpots created from inexpensive home supplies.

This tropical display includes a begonia and anthurium for color. The trickiest part of this project? ”Gently distributing the plants around the rods,” Chantal says.

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Because their La Jolla, California, home is a rental, Ryan Benoit and Chantal Aida Gordon like to dream up outdoor projects that are movable and affordable. Exhibit A: This leafy display, made by mounting steel rods (threaded through the holes in clay pots) to the top and bottom of a wooden frame. “It’s a privacy screen but a friendly and flowery one,” Chantal says. And, Ryan says, ”it’s a great way to put your plants at eye level.” They’ve used the same technique for a one-rod, three-pot version that can hang from a hook just about anywhere— pergola beam, balcony overhang, underside of a deck. To enjoy year-round in cold regions, fill the planter with tropical plants and bring it indoors before the temperature drops below 50°F. A three-pot planter costs about $60. See how-to on page 40.

HOME I DID IT

WHAT THEY DID Follow these steps to make a hanging planter using 8-inch pots. Hang several planters side-by-side to create a privacy screen.

6-foot-long ³⁄8 -inch stainless-steel threaded rod 3-inch mechanical plastic test plugs (3); see "Test Plugs," below

³⁄8-inch stainlesssteel nuts (6)

³⁄8-inch stainlesssteel washers (6) 8-inch-diameter clay pots (3)

³⁄8-inch coupling nut ³⁄8-inch stainlesssteel threaded eyebolt

Take apart the test plugs; you’ll only use the two plastic ﬂ anges (one small, one large) that come with each. Drill six ¼-inch drainage holes in each ﬂ ange.

Starting with the pot in the middle, assemble the parts on the rod. Use this top-down order for each pot: nut, washer, large ﬂ ange,

pot, small ﬂ ange, washer, nut. Space the pots about 14 inches apart. Gently tighten the nuts with a wrench; overtightening might crack the pot.

Attach the coupling nut to the rod and to the eyebolt using thread-lock adhesive or tape. Hang the rod from a ceiling hook screwed into an overhang.

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Chantal: A one-of-a-kind handmade pot. Ryan: Bulk order of air plants.

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⁹⁄16-inch wrench or

Chantal: Inventive community gardens. Ryan: Botanical gardens.

adjustable wrench Thread-lock adhesive or tape

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Use a hacksaw or angle grinder with cutoﬀ wheel to cut the rod to desired length. (This one, left, is 49 inches. Larger pots need a longer rod.) Smooth the cut end with a metal ﬁle.

Chantal: Dahlias. Ryan: Succulents. F U N FACT

Ryan and Chantal were voted Best Gardening Bloggers of 2015 by BHG editors.

test plugs THE SECRET TO THIS HANGING SYSTEM IS A PART FOUND IN THE PLUMBING AISLE. Q TAKE APART A PLUG Flanges from mechanical test plugs (used to test or repair plumbing pipes) secure the pots in place. Find them in home centers and plumbing stores for about $5. Q D RI LL D R AI NAG E H O LE S One side of the fl anges has indentations—ideal for making evenly spaced holes. When you drill the holes, keep the flange from slipping by clamping it to a block of wood or drilling a screw through the center. Q ADJ U ST FO R POT S IZ E Use 4-inch test plugs for 10-inch or larger pots. Q

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Evaluate your space, designer Craig Jenkins-Sutton says, then block what you can’t change. Screens and fences cover the uglies with style. This slatted screen, above, blocks part of a neighboring building. A downlight at the top keeps eyes focused on the patio.

EVERGREENS

A rooftop deck off the master bedroom required even more privacy than the dining space. The organic, year-round blackout shade: a row of junipers in a hefty planter box. (Pots should be 2–3 feet deep to hold roots of trees and shrubs.)

VINES

Perennial vines live to cover an upright surface, whether it’s a new wood fence or an old brick wall. Boston ivy provides a clingy green garment for the unsightly chimney, above. Unlike English ivy, Boston ivy does not typically cause damage to masonry.

TREES AND SHRUBS

For spots that don’t require heavy screening, a low shrub or lacy tree adds shape and color. An airy river birch at the corner of this rooftop does the trick. For more privacy, JenkinsSutton recommends the more densely branched tree lilac. Q

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BAPTISIA

Treasured for wands of lupine-like flowers, baptisia and its cultivated spin-offs are equally at home in a wild meadow or a formal perennial border.

1 You can’t go wrong growing any of the baptisias available today. Here are some favorites in the BHG Test Garden.

3 2 4

AU STR ALI S

The indigo-blue North American native species that inspired plant breeders to develop new hues.

3–4 feet

D ECAD E N C E ‘ D UTC H C H OCO L ATE ’

Cocoa-maroon flowers add velvety richness to garden combos. Its compact habit suits small gardens.

30–36 inches

STARLITE ‘ PR AI RI E B LU E S ’

Ethereal periwinkle-blue flowers. One of the earliest varieties to bloom in spring. STARLITE ‘ PR AIRIEBLUES’ MATURES FASTER THAN OTHER HYBRIDS .

36 inches

‘CARO LI NA M OO N LIG HT ’

Buttery yellow flower spikes appear luminescent in evening twilight.

3–4 feet

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LONG-LIVED AND VIRTUALLY CARE-FREE, BAPTISIA ASKS ONLY FOR A PERMANENT PLACE IN THE BACK OF A SUNNY BORDER. Decadence ‘Pink Truﬄes’

GROUND RULES

Prairieblues ‘Solar Flare’ blooms at the same time as spirea.

H E R E TO STAY

Plant a baptisia where it will remain. A deep, brittle taproot makes later transplanting difficult.

S U M M E R G ROO M I N G

Native Baptisia australis (also called wild indigo) earned its common name from early settlers who used the pigment to make an inferior, but less expensive, substitute for true indigo (Indigofera tinctoria), a relative from central Asia.

Q FALSE INDIGO

Q NEW COLORS Hybrids branch out from the original indigo blue to periwinkle, yellow, white, and pink. Flower spikes are longer, too—up to 24 inches. Breeding work at the Chicago Botanic Garden has given us the Prairieblues series, including ‘Twilite’, ‘Starlite’, ‘Midnight’, and ‘Solar Flare’. The North Carolina Botanical Garden introduced

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‘Purple Smoke’ and ‘Carolina Moonlight’. And Michigan hybridizer Hans Hansen bred the Decadence series, including ‘Dutch Chocolate’, ‘Pink Truffles’, and ‘Cherries Jubilee’.

Q CARE

Water new plants

Cut back a baptisia by one-third after flowering to preserve the shrubby shape.

Q WHERE TO PLANT

For bushy growth and maximum flowering, pick a sunny, well-drained spot. Plants grown in partial shade will need support. We recommend peony hoops. Baptisias can take two or three years to bloom and five years to reach full size. They’re worth the wait— once established, they live for decades. (Baptisias in the BHG Test Garden are 15 years old and growing strong.)

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AIM HIGH Why waste precious real estate when you can use unlimited vertical space? A wrought-iron trellis in this 37×17×17 planter keeps pole beans upright, leaving room in front for bushy and trailing crops.

MINI GARDEN

‘ VIO LET PO D D E D ’ PO LE B E AN

Purple beans dangle like jewelry from vines. Harvest daily to keep production going.

OREGAN O

Pinch off tips of this herb’s trailing stems to encourage fresh growth. 5 3

4 2

‘ SWE ET SAVO U R ’ PE PPE R

Compact 18- to 24-inch plants are smothered with sweet yellow, orange, red, and purple fruits.

LE M O N THYM E

SWAP FEET FOR CASTERS ON LARGE , HEAV Y PLANTERS IF YOU NEED TO FOLLOW THE SUN .

Plant this trailing herb where it can spill over the edge. Substitute leaves in recipes that call for lemon zest.

‘ L AC I NATO ’ K ALE

Puckered blue-green leaves add textural contrast. Best eaten when leaves are 8–10 inches long.

BHG TEST GAR DEN TIP REDUCE SOIL USE IN PLANTERS 15 INCHES OR DEEPER WITH A LAYER OF EMPTY PLASTIC NURSERY POTS IN THE BOTTOM. MOST CROPS NEED NO MORE THAN 12 INCHES FOR ROOTS.

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HOME E DIBLE GARDE N S

SPICE IT UP Strawberry jars aren’t just for berries. Pockets in this modern version are sized for tiny trailing herbs. No sweat if you skip a watering. Most herbs can take a little drought— a smart match for small pots that dry out fast.

HERB JAR

PU RPLE SAG E

Adds soft texture and a hint of color.

3 4

SANTO LI NA

Not edible, but oh-so fragrant. Yellow blooms in summer.

‘ SO R B E T XP O R AN G E J U M P U P ’ VIO L A

This edible flower adds spring and fall color.

THYM E

We like it so much, we filled two pockets. 6

OREGAN O

This go-to kitchen herb is so good fresh.

VARI EGATE D PE PPE RM I NT

A pot is the best host, as all mints can be invasive in the garden.

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MATERIAL

DRAINAGE

SOIL

Match pots to plants. A patio-type tomato, for example, needs at least a 5-gallon pot (14 inches or more in diameter).

Terra-cotta pots dry out faster than plastic, composite, ceramic, and glazed earthenware. Water them more often.

Make sure a pot has holes at or near the bottom. If it doesn’t, drill new ones. (For fragile pots, use a ceramic drill bit.)

Do you shop organic aisles? Select an all-purpose organic potting soil with a slowrelease fertilizer.

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SINGULAR SENSATION

Direct the spotlight on one plant that has the dramatic chops to perform solo. Taller crops like eggplant are natural stars. Give supporting roles to a complementary cast of compact or trailing herbs.

LITTLE ITALY

’ PATIO BABY M I N I ’ EGG PL ANT

The name says it all. This guy belongs in a pot, with 3-inch fruits on compact plants.

2 4

C U R LE D PAR S LEY

Its ruffled leaves are a useful garnish for pots, too.

THYM E

We can never have enough of this versatile flavor.

TRI CO LO R SAG E

Not two, but three hues. Variegation is the spice of life.

OREGAN O

No combo of Italian culinary herbs is complete without these savory leaves.

BHG TEST GAR DEN TIP ELEVATE POTS ON FEET TO ALLOW EXCESS WATER TO DRAIN OUT ON A DECK OR OTHER SOLID SURFACE. FEET ARE OPTIONAL FOR POTS DISPLAYED ON GRAVEL OR EARTH.

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HOME E DIBLE GARDE N S

ONE SQUARE MEAL What’s for dinner tonight? Here’s one idea: Serve a tomato and basil bruschetta with a simple side salad of peppers and Swiss chard—a healthy indulgence from a 16-inch planter that keeps giving all summer.

BOUNTY IN A BOX

‘ C H E RRY STU FFE R ’ PE PPE R

Compact plants produce weeks of sweet, stuffable, grillable 2-inch peppers.

PU RPLE BAS I L

Leaves bring dark drama to pots and add clovelike flavor to recipes.

‘ R AI N BOW M IX TU RE ’ SWI S S C HARD

Colorfully veined leaves top red, yellow, orange, and pink stems. Slow to bolt in hot weather.

‘ TU M B LI N G TO M ’ TO MATO

No need to stake these trailing cherries. Choose a tall pot or hanging basket to accommodate the 30-inch vines. Or prune, as we did here.

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PLANT

WATER

FEED

Moisten soil in a basin or wheelbarrow before filling pots. Even moisture is easier to maintain over the long term.

Look for varieties that have “dwarf,” “compact,” “patio,” “determinate” (tomatoes), or “bush” in the name or description.

Check soil at the same time daily, and water when the surface feels dry. Drip irrigation systems can do the work for you.

As soon as fruits set, apply an organic liquid fertilizer weekly. Leafy veggies and herbs need less. Q

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PESTO is awesome sauce. Literally. It’s quick to make and easy to customize, and it has a punchy, bright ﬂavor we can’t get enough of. Classic pesto is made with basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan, and olive oil—but that’s merely a blueprint. It’s all about the trifecta: fresh greens and/or herbs, aged salty cheese, and toasty nuts. Sure, you can go old-school and use a mortar and pestle (pesto means “pounded” in Italian), but we favor the food processor, which combines everything in a snap while maintaining some texture. Try basic basil or one of our change-ups. Or—now that you have the formula—design your own!

INSTANT APP: PESTO MAKES BREAD SMEARED WITH RICOT TA DOWNRIGHT DREAMY.

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BY MAGG IE GLISAN PHOTOS ANDY LYON S

You know you love it.

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BASIL PESTO Some people like to squeeze lemon juice in their pesto to get a little more zip and to balance the fat of the olive oil and cheese. A tablespoon or two is all you need. Try it with and without to see which you prefer. TOTAL TIME 20 min. 1

⁄3 2

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EASY ON THE GARLIC! START WITH 2 CLOVES— YOU CAN ALWAYS ADD MORE .

cup olive oil cups ﬁrmly packed fresh basil leaves cup pine nuts, toasted to 4 cloves garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped oz. Parmesan cheese, grated (3⁄4 cup) Olive oil

In a food processor combine the ⁄3 cup olive oil, basil, nuts, garlic, and 1 ⁄4 tsp. kosher salt. Process until nearly smooth, stopping and scraping sides as necessary. Stir in Parmesan. Add enough olive oil to reach desired consistency. Makes 1 cup. To store Cover the surface of the pesto with plastic wrap (this keeps it from turning brown) and refrigerate up to 1 week. EACH TABLESPOON 85 cal, 8 g fat, 3 mg chol, 101 mg sodium, 1 g carb, 0 g fiber, 2 g pro. 1

SECRETS TO SUCCESS

TOAST THE NUTS Nuts release oils when toasted, making them even more flavorful. Cool completely before making your pesto, or your sauce will be gummy.

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EMBRACE TEXTURE Process, don’t pulverize! Overprocessing results in bruised greens and a dull, lifeless sauce. Stop before the pesto is completely smooth—a few big flecks give it character.

GRATE FRESH You’ll get significantly more flavor if you grate the cheese by hand. Because texture is key, stir it in after you’ve processed your other ingredients to avoid a thick, homogenous paste.

ADD EXTRA OIL Everyone has a style of pesto they prefer (we like it thicker for smearing on sandwiches, thinner for pasta and veggies). Add olive oil as you wish for the consistency you like best.

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PESTO REIMAGINED It’s your turn to play! Keep it simple and pair stronger, more assertive herbs with milder greens for the tastiest balance. Here are a few of our favorite combinations.

ARUGULA-MINT

PROVENÇAL MAKE IT Baby greens (2 cups)

+ Thyme

(2 Tbsp.) + Lavender buds (1 Tbsp.) + Almonds (1⁄2 cup) + Pecorino (2 oz.) USE IT Give your potluck fare a facelift.

Stir into a bowl of boiled new potatoes or pasta salad with shredded chicken.

+ Mint (1 cup)

SPINACH-OREGANO

+ Hazelnuts (1⁄2 cup) + Manchego (2 oz.)

+ Oregano (1⁄2 cup) + Walnuts (1⁄2 cup) + Asiago (2 oz.)

USE IT This stuff was made for veggies. Go green with blanched green beans and snap peas or grilled zucchini. It also partners well with lamb or pork.

USE IT Next time you make pizza, swap out the tomato sauce for this tasty blend, or whirl it into your scrambled eggs with a sprinkle of crushed red pepper. Q

MAKE IT Arugula (1 cup)

MAKE IT Spinach (11⁄2 cups)

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FAST & FRESH Easy, delicious recipes for a better dinner tonight.

EASY AS 1-2-3 How do three ordinary ingredients—chicken thighs, bell peppers, and rosemary (plus a little help from olive oil, salt, and pepper)— become a full-on party of flavor? It’s all in the method. Recipe, page 83

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BY MAGGIE GLISAN; FOOD STYLING: GREG LUNA; PROP STYLING: SUE MITCHELL

ROS E MARY C H IC KE N WITH SWE ET PE PPE RS

Hillshire farm® turkey is slow roasted for hours. And devoured in seconds.

At Hillshire Farm , right after we carve our deliciously seasoned turkey, we double seal every slice for freshness. Which leads to the best Turkey, Arugula & Tomato sandwich you’ve ever tasted. Visit HillshireFarm.com for more sandwich inspiration. ®

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LAMB & CUCUMBER SALAD PITAS Cooking these thin lamb burgers diner-style (scooping the ground meat right into the skillet as opposed to forming the patty first) ensures a tender patty with a dark brown, crusty exterior. Store the raw lamb in the refrigerator until just before cooking to keep the patties from falling apart. TOTAL TIME 30 min. 1

large cucumber, peeled and coarsely chopped (2 cups) 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (1 cup) 1 ⁄2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved 1 ⁄2 cup packed fresh mint leaves 1 jalapeño chile pepper, stemmed, seeded, and thinly sliced 11⁄2 tsp. dried oregano, crushed 1 ⁄4 cup lemon juice 3 Tbsp. olive oil 1 ⁄2 cup plain yogurt 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb. ground lamb 4 soft ﬂatbreads

FLATBREADS ARE BEST WHEN WARMED IN THE OVEN A FEW MINUTES BEFORE SERVING.

GO GREEK An herby salad tumbles over rich lamb patties—a deliciously crunchy complement to the patty’s juicy bite—while a dollop of tzatzikiinspired sauce lends a little tang.

1. For Cucumber Salad, in a medium bowl combine cucumber, onion, olives, half the mint leaves, jalapeño, and oregano. Add lemon juice and 2 Tbsp. of the oil; toss to coat. 2. In a small bowl combine yogurt and 1 clove garlic. Chop remaining mint and stir into yogurt mixture. Season with salt and pepper. 3. In a large bowl combine lamb, remaining clove of garlic, 1⁄2 tsp. kosher salt, and 1⁄4 tsp. black pepper. Heat remaining oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Using a slightly rounded 1⁄2 -cup measure, spoon meat into 4 mounds in skillet, leaving space between mounds. Cook 2 minutes. Press mounds into thin patties using the back of a wide spatula. Cook 2 to 3 minutes more or until browned. Turn; cook 2 minutes more or until done (160°F). 4. Serve lamb patties in flatbread topped with yogurt mixture and Cucumber Salad. Makes 4 servings. EACH SERVING 658 cal, 38 g fat, 79 mg chol, 968 mg sodium, 48 g carb, 6 g fiber, 30 g pro.

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PANTRY FRESH A few staples like canned beans, stock, and spinach are elevated to main dish status thanks to a springy trio of leeks, thyme, and lemon.

CHICKPEA, LEEK & SPINACH SOUP Any number of other tender greens could take the place of the spinach. Try baby kale, watercress, or even dandelion greens. TOTAL TIME 25 min. 2 2

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Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil medium leeks, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced, washed, and drained (see tip, page 121) 15- to 16-oz. cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed cloves garlic, thinly sliced cups reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable stock or broth lemon, juiced (3 Tbsp.) 5-oz. packages baby spinach Tbsp. fresh thyme, chopped

F O O D FA S T & F R E S H

1. In a 4-qt. pot heat oil over medium heat. Add leeks. Cook, stirring occasionally, 5 to 7 minutes or until very tender but not browned (reduce heat if leeks begin to brown). Stir in chickpeas and garlic. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. 2. Add stock and 1 cup water. Bring to boiling. Reduce heat. Add lemon juice. Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Gradually stir in the spinach and thyme. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 1 minute. Season to taste with kosher salt and black pepper. Serve immediately. Makes 4 servings. EACH SERVING 265 cal, 10 g fat, 0 mg chol, 856 mg sodium, 33 g carb, 9 g fiber, 13 g pro.

ROSEMARY CHICKEN WITH SWEET PEPPERS Weighing down the chicken and peppers gives a deep sear that almost caramelizes the meat and veggies to create big-time flavor. Serve with a simple arugula and Parmesan salad drizzled with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. TOTAL TIME 35 min. 8 2 2 1

skinless, boneless chicken thighs Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil large red sweet peppers, stemmed, cored, and each cut into eighths Tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary

1. Preheat oven to 200°F. Season chicken with 1 tsp. kosher salt and 1⁄4 tsp. black pepper. Heat a 12-inch skillet

over medium-high heat; add 1 Tbsp. of the oil. Place 4 chicken thighs and 8 pepper pieces in a single layer in skillet. Cover with a smaller heavy pan (about 10 inches) or heatproof dish weighted down with cans. Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until browned. 2. Remove weight; turn chicken and peppers. Sprinkle with half the rosemary. Reduce heat to medium. Return pan and weights. Continue cooking until done (170°F), about 4 minutes more. Transfer chicken and peppers to a baking sheet; cover and keep warm in oven. Repeat with remaining oil, chicken, peppers, and rosemary. Makes 4 servings. EACH SERVING 356 cal, 16 g fat, 213 mg chol, 456 mg sodium, 5 g carb, 2 g fiber, 45 g pro.

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HOISIN-GLAZED TOFU & GREEN BEANS Soy sauce and tamari sauce can be used interchangeably in this dish. Japanese tamari tends to be thicker and less salty than Chinese soy and contains less (or no) wheat so it can work as a gluten-free option. TOTAL TIME 40 min. 16 2 1 1 1 ⁄4 2 3 8

oz. extra-ﬁrm tofu Tbsp. hoisin sauce Tbsp. soy sauce or tamari sauce Tbsp. grated fresh ginger tsp. crushed red pepper (optional) Tbsp. vegetable oil cloves garlic, thinly sliced oz. fresh green beans, trimmed and halved lengthwise Hot cooked rice or rice noodles Lime wedges

1. Cut tofu lengthwise into four 1-inchthick slices. Lay tofu slices on a double layer of paper towels. Top with another

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double layer of paper towels. Weigh down with a plate topped with cans to remove excess water from tofu. Let stand 10 minutes. Cut tofu into 1-inch cubes. 2. Meanwhile, stir together 3 Tbsp. water, hoisin, soy sauce, ginger, and crushed red pepper, if using. 3. In an extra-large skillet heat 1 Tbsp. of the oil over medium-high heat. Add tofu. Cook, without stirring, until tofu begins to brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Turn; cook 4 to 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally until tofu is golden brown on all sides. 4. Transfer tofu to a plate. Add remaining 1 Tbsp. oil to skillet. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds. Add beans; cook 4 minutes or until barely tender. Return tofu to skillet. Add hoisin mixture; bring to boiling, stirring to coat. Serve with rice and lime wedges. Makes 4 servings. EACH SERVING 236 cal, 14 g fat, 0 mg chol, 402 mg sodium, 17 g carb, 2 g fiber, 14 g pro. Q

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Snap to it—fresh pea season is here! Try the everyday veggie at its absolute tastiest in soup, sauce, and pasta.

FRESH PICK Garden (also called English) peas have a short shelf life. Look for firm, bright green pods—the smaller, the sweeter—and shell just before using.

TRY THE TENDRILS Delicate pea shoots (the emerging plants’ young tops) are tender with a subtle pea flavor. Enjoy raw in a salad or throw into a stir-fry at the last minute.

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Remove the stem end and peel the string from the seam. Gently pry open the pod and run your thumb along the interior to release the peas.

BY MAGG IE GLISAN PHOTOS ANDY LYON S

RECIPES AND FOOD STYLING: JILL LUST; PROP STYLING: SUE MITCHELL

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Sweet raisins and tart cranberries.

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DIJON & DILL CREAMED PEA SAUCE In a medium saucepan melt 2 Tbsp. butter over medium heat. Whisk in 2 Tbsp. ﬂour, ½ tsp. salt, and 1⁄8 tsp. turmeric; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add 1 cup chicken stock. Cook and stir until thickened. Whisk in 1 cup cream and 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard; bring to boiling. Stir in 2 cups shelled fresh peas. Reduce heat. Simmer 9 minutes or until sauce reduces, stirring frequently. Remove; stir in 3 Tbsp. fresh dill. MAKE S 6 servings.

THIS SAUCE PAIRS DELICIOUSLY WITH BROILED SALMON OR ROAST CHICKEN .

LEMONY MAC & PEAS Shell 2 cups fresh peas. In a medium saucepan cook 1 cup of the peas 6 minutes in boiling salted water. Drain under cold water. Transfer to a food processor. Add 1 cup milk, 3⁄4 cup ricotta, ¼ cup pesto, and 2 tsp. lemon zest. Process until smooth. Meanwhile, cook 8 oz. dried rigatoni according to

D I J O N & D I LL C REAM E D PEA SAU C E

LE M O NY MAC & PE AS

package directions, adding remaining 1 cup peas the last 4 minutes. Drain; return to pot. Stir in pea-ricotta mixture and 1 cup cubed ham. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with 4 oz. shredded mozzarella. Bake at 425°F, uncovered, 20 minutes. MAKE S 4 servings.

DOUBLE-PEA SOUP In a large saucepan melt 2 Tbsp. butter over medium heat. Add 1 cup shelled fresh peas, 1 cup chopped carrots, ⁄4 cup sliced green onions, 1 Tbsp. grated fresh ginger, and 1 tsp. coriander. Cook 3

DOU B LE PE A SO U P

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5 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in 4 cups vegetable stock; bring to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Add 2 cups snap pea pods; simmer 2 minutes more. Meanwhile, place 2 cups bread cubes on a foil-lined pan. Broil 1 minute. Sprinkle bread with ½ cup shredded Gruyère cheese. Broil 1 minute more. Serve with soup. MAKE S 4 servings. Q

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Perfect Passover dinner Get our delicious menu ideas from traditional to modern. BHG.com/PassoverMenu 90

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Winging IT BY K A R E N W E I R -J I M E R S O N

BEES, BUTTERFLIES, AND OTHER POLLINATORS NEED OUR HELP TO CARRY ON THEIR GOOD WORK IN OUR GARDENS.

PH OTO S K R I T SA DA PR O D U C ED BY JA N E AU STI N M I LLE R ST Y LI N G K A R I N LI D B E C K- B R E N T I LLU ST R AT I O N S E VA J U LI E T

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SINGLE FLOWERS THAT FACE UP, LIKE ECHINACEA ‘ TOMATO SOUP ’, ARE BUT TERFLY FAVORITE S .

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F U Z Z Y B U M B L E B E E buzzes among flowers searching for nectar and in the process gets dusted with pollen, then carries the golden cargo to the next flower. This bee is just one in a cast of thousands of often unnoticed insects that crosspollinate every flower within reach—and essentially produce our food. Worldwide, more than a third of all crops and three-fourths of all flowering plants

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depend on pollinators like bees, butterﬂies, moths, and even ﬂies to reproduce. Translated to the dinner plate: That’s one out of three bites, according to the National Pollinator Garden Network, founded in 2014 to help conserve threatened populations through a nationwide campaign, the Million Pollinator Garden Challenge. How can gardeners answer the call? It’s as easy as setting aside space— even window boxes or

containers will do— for native or noninvasive nectar-rich plants, and following sustainable practices. Many gardens (including Maureen Tarrant’s hillside border, page 96) provided safe havens even before pollinator became a buzzword. Let the promise of lovely wings be your inspiration to join in.

‘ I N S PI RE ’ I S A S E E D LE S S , N O N I NVAS IVE FO RM O F BUT TE RFLY BU S H (BU D D LE IA ) .

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Myth : ALL BEES STING The truth is that bees are focused on foraging for nectar, not harassing you. Bumblebees and other natives are naturally passive—only our own aggression (swatting or stepping on them, for example) will provoke a sting. Even honeybees rarely sting, doing so only to defend what they sense is a threat to their hive. Even so, if you’re allergic to bee venom, always carry epinephrine.

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Sustain bees, butterflies, moths, and other beneficial bugs in your backyard. Here’s how to provide a pollinator-friendly garden.

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Plant a spring-through-fall succession of sun-loving natives that offer a nonstop source of nectar and pollen. (For a month-by-month list of natives in your region, go to pollinator.org/guides.) Skip double-flowered hybrids—the meager nectar they offer is hard to reach. Plant shrubs and trees, such as dogwood, blueberry, and plum, that bloom in early spring when food is scarce. Include foliage host plants for larvae, including milkweed, parsley, fennel, and dill. Some pollinators are picky, relying on specific plants for survival. Monarch caterpillars, for example, eat only milkweed (Asclepias).

DISPLAY Advertise your menu by massing several of each species into drifts, instead of polka-dotting singles throughout a border. From a bug’s view, a big clump is like a leisurely, sit-down restaurant. Butterflies and moths prefer landing on flat-face flowers, while bees and flies like to investigate tubular flowers. A range of colors, shapes, and scents will attract the greatest diversity.

HABITAT Insects, particularly butterflies, hydrate by “puddling” (drinking from mud), so create a small wet spot in the garden or tuck in a birdbath. Most native bees are ground nesters, but some—notably the hardworking mason bee—are cavity dwellers. Provide breakfast and a bed with a mason bee house. All pollinators give a five-star rating to unkempt gardens. Let their preference be your excuse to lower the bar on cleanup. Delay fall chores until spring— larvae overwinter in leaves, hollow plant stems, and branches.

DO NO HARM Avoid pesticides, including neonicotinoid insecticides, which have been implicated in the die-off of honeybees. According to Greenhouse Grower’s 2016 State of the Industry Survey, “74 percent of growers who reported that they supply mass merchants and home improvement chains said they will not use neonicotinoid insecticides in 2016.” That’s good news for pollinators and organic gardeners alike.

I garden side by side with the bumblebees. We all seem to be going about our business. They never are a problem to me. —MAUREEN TARRANT

Meet the Pollinators

SHOW SOME LOVE TO THESE INDUSTRIOUS INSECTS THAT CARRY A SWEET BURDEN FOR US.

NATIVE BEES More than 4,000 species, including the bumblebee, mason bee, and leafcutter bee. Each has a specialized pollinating job. Unlike social honeybees, most native bees are solitary, nesting in the ground or in holes.

HONEYBEES These hive dwellers were imported from Europe in the early 1600s to pollinate crops, including fruits, vegetables, and nuts. We rely on them for honey, too. Attracted to white, yellow, and blue flowers of all shapes and sizes.

MOTHS Moths take over at dusk for the night shift while the rest are napping. Geometer moths, hummingbird moths, hawk-moths, and many others search for fragrant night bloomers in white or pale colors that reflect moonlight.

BUTTERFLIES Monarch, swallowtail, fritillary, painted lady, sulphur—the list goes on. Bees work more efficiently, but these leisurely fl utterers turn food-driven flights into an aerial art form, landing on bright red, orange, yellow, and purple flowers.

FLIES Not the common housefly we swat, but a respectable society of gentle bee mimics, including hoverfly, flower fly, and midge. They go for the less glamorous flowers that others pass by. Stripes fool people and predators. Q

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TINY TOMATO PIE Cups (yes, cups!) of whole tiny tomatoes pile onto a feta and Parmesan layer, then bake and melt into a tender, flaky crust. Go ahead, swoon!

As small as a dime and not much bigger than a quarter, tiny tomatoes are the garden’s proof that good things come in small packages. Use them all the ways you would a larger tomato, but don’t hesitate to take advantage of their bite-size benefits. From whole vine roasting to a muddled cocktail with a deliciously wicked heat, these little tomatoes deliver big flavor. Recipes begin on page 116.

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ROASTED TOMATO KETCHUP Tiny tomatoes show off their savory side in this chunky salsa-inspired ketchup. Hits of jalapeño and lime make it the condiment to serve with grilled meats and smoky favorites.

TINY TOMATO SAUCE When you add butter and onion to a big handful of tiny tomatoes and simmer 45 minutes, you end up with an irresistible sauce that we love over polenta or pasta.

WHERE TO FIND Tiny tomatoes are waiting for you in the produce aisle! Cherry and grape varieties represent the larger end of the spectrum. As growing season unfolds, availability of smaller varieties increases. Come summer, you’ll find tomatoes as small as currants in gardens, farmers markets, and some grocery stores.

TINY TOMATO SALAD WITH CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE Our twist on tomato salad tosses the sweet jewels with peppery arugula and paper-thin fennel slices.

HOW TO STORE Store just as you would any other tomato, which means

the fridge is off limits. Don’t be fooled by their small size—they come with a sturdy, firm skin that gives them lasting power on the kitchen counter. CHERRY VS. GRAPE These two varieties are roughly the same size, although grape tomatoes’ oblong shape gives them some visual distinction. Cherry tomatoes are juicier and sweeter than grape tomatoes, whose dense flesh makes them excellent for longer cooking.

SPICY TOMATO GIN & TONIC Part gin and tonic, part bloody mary, this spicy cocktail starts with tiny tomatoes and dill muddled right in the glass. Add more garden flavor with whole serrano peppers and thin slices of Persian cucumbers.

Epic cocktails More recipes to make the most of fresh tomatoes: BHG.com/BloodyMaryIdeas Recipes begin on page 116.

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INY TOMATOES OF ALL VARIETIES CAN FIND A HOME IN YOUR GARDEN. CHERRY, GRAPE, PEAR, AND CURRANT TYPES ARE THE CANDIES OF THE TOMATO WORLD, AND THEY’RE JUST AS EASY TO GROW AS THE BIG BOYS.

BY THE HANDFUL These cuties arrive at farmers markets in midsummer, but why let farmers have all the fun? Buy plants now for your garden, or start from seed early next year.

THEY MIGHT BE SMALL , BUT TINY TOMATOES ARE BIG ON FLAVOR .

GROW A TOMATO FACTORY Tiny tomatoes don’t come from tiny plants. Most are indeterminate, which means they grow and fruit until frost.

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This heirloom lives up to its name. Like most yellows, the flavor is mild. bonnieplants.com

The blue color is only skin-deep. Rich in anthocyanins. rareseeds.com

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Q START Delay planting until frost is past. Ideal temps for growing and fruiting are 80s during the day, 50s or 60s at night. Q SUN

A minimum of 8 hours per day.

Fertile, well-drained soil is a must. Improve both by spading in lots of organic matter before planting.

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Q SUPPORT Plants can reach 10 feet or more. Tie vines to a fence to keep these heavy producers from sprawling.

Tomatoes need consistent food and water. As soon as fruits set, feed weekly with a balanced fertilizer. Q SUSTAIN

MELTY TINY TOMATOES With a little sweet and a little spice, whole tomatoes melt into a delicious puddle. Roast the tomatoes on the vine for a dramatic presentation and smush over crusty bread. Q

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Someone else might have remodeled this out-of-the-way California ranch a bit more traditionally. But this couple did it their way— in two weeks, on a strict budget, and largely on their own. BY JODY GARLOCK PHOTOS DAVID TSAY ST YLING SCOT T HORNE FIELD EDITOR ANDREA CAUGHEY

THE USUAL WAY

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BE TRUE TO THEMSELVES Jodi and Jason Mockabee (opposite with kids Elias, Everett, Carter, August, and Scarlett) quickly put their stamp on the 1960s fixer-upper. The family’s love of the outdoors shows in the living room. The shelf is a piece of wood collected on a hike. The end table is a tree trunk; Jodi used an ax to strip the bark before sanding it.

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or Jodi Mockabee, the rocks and twigs her kids drag inside are welcome treasures that often ﬁnd a home in her decor. She’s even a bit of an instigator. The tree trunk stair post in the living room (top let) was all Jodi—a statement piece about decorating with things you love instead of caving to trends. Connecting with nature was a big reason she and her husband, Jason, bought their lofted ranch in Sonora, California. It was a ﬁxer-upper, but something just clicked. “It seemed so peaceful,” says Jodi, who nudged Jason along on a mostly cosmetic remodel. “His exact words up until a week into the remodel were ‘I hate this house, but I love the mortgage.’ ” Now it’s all love—airy and open but warm and rustic, plus a big yard with woods behind for the family to explore. “We see sunrises and sunsets from the living room, and we can head out the back door for hikes and come back with a piece of wood for the kids’ nature shelf,” Jodi says. “This house, this location is us.”

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Not wanting to rent or live with construction, the Mockabees committed to an unthinkably fast DIY remodel. Jodi sketched designs (“over and over until they felt right,” she says) and pinpointed materials while the house was in escrow. Their budget: not a penny over $15,000. The bulk of the remodel went toward reconfiguring the kitchen (the fridge moved to where a pantry was) and opening it to the living room. A table instead of an island gives the family a dining space. It’s also where Jodi homeschools the three older kids. Laminate floors (and in some places, plywood planks) were a budgetminded compromise that Jodi now likes because they’re so easy to live with. Along with having a handy cousin to help, Jodi says the key to the two-week turnaround was not overthinking. “I’m a quick decision maker,” she says. (She’s also willing to pull near all-nighters painting.) THE USUAL WAY

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PLASTER Cinder block walls that made rooms feel like a basement were the home’s big quirk. Drywall was too expensive, so Jodi hired a plasterer to skim-coat the walls to create a smooth surface that she thought could look modernindustrial. “I was terrified, but we all ended up happy,” she says. The only downside: patching a nail hole requires a plaster kit. “The shelves in the living room took a few years to get hung,” she says.

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BARTER Jodi, a photographer, traded a few photo sessions to get what have become her favorite features in the house: the bed in the master bedroom and the tree trunk stair post. The craftsman who built the bed from Jodi’s sketches did it in exchange for her taking his engagement photos. Another craftsman installed the tree trunk in exchange for a family portrait. “I don’t know why, but I knew I wanted a tree right there— something tall to anchor the room,” Jodi says. It’s bolted to the ceiling in case the kids try to climb it. THE USUAL WAY

BUY NEW

CONVERT THE GARAGE About a year after finishing the remodel, the Mockabees found out they were expecting twins. That surprise addition led them to convert the garage into a bedroom for the two older boys, opposite, top right. While they were at it, they used some of the garage space to create a front entry, right. The timeline and budget this go-around: three weeks and $4,000. Using salvaged windows freed up money for laminate flooring. Bunk beds ensure there’s floor space for Carter and Everett to play. The entry, which functions like a mudroom, has a windowlike wall cutout (“It only took a half an hour extra to do,” Jodi says) that brings natural light into the space. Jodi clad its supporting beam in leftover wood pieces.

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IMPROVISE “I’ve never had the means to just walk into a store and purchase whatever I want, so I’ve learned to get creative,” Jodi says. She built simple wall-mount desks, including the one in the master bedroom, opposite, top left, from wood left over from other projects. “I like to get things done,” Jodi says. “It’s either I teach myself or I wait on Jason—and he then ends up with a mile-long list.” Thrifting is her thing, too. She drove two hours for the $80 metal lockers (rusty, just the way Jodi likes them) in the entry. Jason retrofitted the insides with shelves to hold the kids’ shoes. The wooden rocker in the living room was a Craigslist bargain at $40 and a favorite spot for the kids to pile on Jason’s lap with a book.

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CHOOSE ONE STYLE THEIR WAY

CREATE A HYBRID LOOK

Inspired to remodel? Check out even more personalitypacked ways to update your space. BHG.com/ CreativeRemodel

“The house is a marriage of Scandinavian and midcentury modern, which I like, and rustic cabin, which Jason likes,” Jodi says. She whitewashed the master bedroom, including the plywood plank floor—their $300 DIY alternative to hardwood. Then she warmed it with wood. Part of a split-rail fence from a trash pile became a window valance. Scarlett’s bedroom, opposite, bottom right, has a similar airy feel; Jodi simply painted over the raw cinder block for now. Q

JODI AND JASON’S BEDROOM

I knew from the moment I stepped in that this house was ours. —JODI MOCKABEE

CARTER AND EVERETT’S BEDROOM (ONCE THE GARAGE)

SCARLETT’S BEDROOM PLAYTIME FOR TWINS ELIAS AND AUGUST, 3

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A Life Cultivated PAINTER AND FABRIC DESIGNER SUSAN HABLE SMITH CAREFULLY TENDS HER GARDEN, BUSINESS, AND OTHER CREATIVE PURSUITS. Susan Hable Smith owns a lot of garden clippers. “I have them everywhere—on the table, in the studio, on the steps,” says the creative force behind Hable Construction, the textile design company she started in 1999 with her sister, Katharine Hable Sweeney. “I often take breaks to get a little trimming done,” she says. “Even on a conference call, I might be going around the garden snipping away.” Susan has always drawn inspiration from nature, but she didn’t start gardening until she moved from New York to Athens, Georgia, seven years ago. Her rambling little in-town yard gives her not only a place to grow roses, hydrangeas, irises, ferns, and alliums, but also the space to focus on painting, which she does in a studio behind the house. “The first pattern I ever painted for Hable was a big poppy, and I was doing it in a warehouse in Brooklyn,” she says. “There were no poppies, I was just taking it from my mind. Now I have the luxury to plant things intentionally that I’m thinking about for my art.” Even when Susan paints directly from a garden cutting (like the pink honeysuckle that grows around the studio door), she simplifies and flattens the form. “The line work is core to the Hable patterns,” she says. “It’s whimsical— free-form—and I think that’s what makes it approachable.” And that connection between what she grows and what she paints has made Hable’s abstracted botanical designs richer. “It’s a life’s work,” Susan says of the garden, as she stands, clippers in hand, next to a clematis climbing up the gate. “It’s not something you can just do and forget about. I take a lot of pleasure in tending it.” She could just as easily be talking about her business or her art.

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THE GARDE N Susan’s garden has been a passion project with a sometimes steep learning curve. “I finally hired a friend who is a fabulous horticulturist because I needed help,” she says. “I kept buying one of something at the nursery—you can’t do anything with one!” BY O M A B L A I S E F O R D P H OTO S R I N N E A L L E N P R O D U C E D BY A N N E T T E J O S E P H

THE STUDIO The backyard studio, left, is a historic mill village house that Susan moved from Eatonton, Georgia, about three years ago. She bought two of the old houses so she could salvage materials from one to restore the other.

DR AWING ON NATURE

A DAY AT HABLELAND 7:30 a . m . I walk the kids to school, and on my way back to the house, I open the studio and turn on the computers. 7:45 a . m . I have a bite and “bus the house,” as my sister, Katharine, calls it. I’m a picker-upper, and I have to neaten things up. In the peak of garden season, this extends outside, and I might prune and deadhead for an hour.

9 a . m . I leave notes for myself in the studio the day before so I don’t get distracted. I do most of my painting and creative work in the morning—I’m defi nitely more productive before lunch. If there are colors to choose, I do that early when I’m fresh and the light is best. Everyone who works in the studio specializes in something specific, so there’s a good ebb and flow between meetings and quiet work for the rest of the morning.

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1 p . m . Lunch is a thing at “Hableland.” If my husband, Pete, is working from home, we’ll walk to a favorite place to pick up lunch and bring it back to the house. But most days we cook something for studio lunches.

2 p . m . I switch gears and focus on work for specific partnerships and projects. There’s always work to be done for Hickory Chair (the Hable furniture line debuted last spring) or for Garnet Hill. And then I try to work in time for my pet projects (like the Colorset art books with photographer Rinne Allen)— these happen more in found moments. Everything just gets dropped in. I don’t sit a lot; I’m constantly moving. 3:30 p . m . When the kids get home from school, they come and check in, and I love being able to hear a little about

their day before they go do their homework.

5:30 p . m . I wind down and start to switch over to “Mama” at six when the sitter leaves. Before I close up the studio, I usually lay out my art paper so it’s ready for the next day.

Susan clips an iris from the garden, bottom, to compare to her ink color studies, below. Roses like the one climbing up the studio wall inspired Hable Construction’s stylized Trellis fabrics, below left.

Studio tour Go behind the scenes to see Susan’s work come to life in her backyard studio. BHG.com/Hable

SKETCHING Susan’s colorful drawings are primarily done with fountain pen inks and India inks. These sketches are the first stage in creating patterns that will eventually become fabrics. Q

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TINY TOMATOES TINY TOMATO PIE Go freeform with the top crust of this rustic pie. Use an assortment of round cutters—or any shape—and layer as you please. HANDS-ON TIME 20 min. TOTAL TIME 3 hr., 40 min.

SMOKED SAUSAGE AND TORTELLINI SKILLET Prep Time: 15 minutes cook time: 10 minutes Makes: 6 servings INGREDIENTS 1 PKG. Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage, diagonally cut into 1/4 inch slices 3 CLOVES garlic, minced 1 medium onion, 1/2 inch diced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1 PKG. (12 ounces) fresh cheese tortellini, cookED according to package directions 1 TSP. dried oregano 1 JAR (24 ounces) marinara sauce 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese PREPARATION 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. 2. Heat a large 12 inch oven-safe skillet on medium-high heat. add smoked sausage AND cook until brown. Add garlic, onion and bell pepper. Lower heat to medium, stir until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. 3. Stir in cooked tortellini, oregano, marinara sauce and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. Top with remaining cheese. Bake in the oven for about 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

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14.1-oz. pkg. rolled refrigerated unbaked piecrust (2 crusts) oz. feta cheese, crumbled cup ﬁnely shredded Parmesan cheese cup mayonnaise egg, separated Tbsp. chopped fresh oregano cups assorted tiny tomatoes to 2 Tbsp. drained capers

1. Let piecrusts stand at room temperature 15 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375°F. In a medium bowl stir together feta, 2 Tbsp. of the Parmesan, mayonnaise, egg yolk, oregano, and 1⁄4 tsp. black pepper. Unroll one pastry into a 9-inch pie plate. Ease into plate, pressing lightly into bottom and sides; crimp edge as desired. Sprinkle crust with remaining Parmesan cheese. 2. Spoon feta mixture into pie plate, spreading over Parmesan. Top with tomatoes and capers. Sprinkle with 1 ⁄2 tsp. kosher salt. Using round cutters, cut rounds from remaining pastry; place on filling. In a small bowl whisk together the egg white and 2 tsp. water; brush over top pastry. 3. To prevent overbrowning, cover edge of pie with foil. Place a foil-lined baking sheet on the rack below the pie in oven. Bake 35 minutes. Remove foil. Bake 45 minutes more or until crust is golden brown. Cool 2 hours on a wire rack. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator. Makes 8 servings. EACH SERVING 339 cal, 23 g fat, 49 mg chol, 656 mg sodium, 29 g carb, 1 g fiber, 7 g pro.

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EASY DOUBLE CRUST If you want to skip cutting out shapes for the top of the pie, you can opt for a traditional double crust. Place pastry on top of the ﬁlling and gently cut slits in the pastry. Press the edges to seal and crimp as desired.

ROASTED TOMATO KETCHUP Chill this tasty condiment up to a week or freeze up to three months. HANDS-ON TIME 15 min. TOTAL TIME 45 min. 3 ⁄2

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cups assorted tiny tomatoes medium onion, ﬁnely chopped (1⁄4 cup) fresh jalapeño chile pepper, stemmed, seeded, and ﬁnely chopped Tbsp. lime juice Tbsp. honey

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a 15×10×1-inch baking pan with foil. Place all ingredients in prepared pan. Sprinkle with 1⁄4 tsp. kosher salt. Toss to combine. Roast, uncovered, 20 to 25 minutes or until skins have burst and most of the liquid has evaporated, stirring once or twice. Remove; cool slightly. Place in a food processor or blender; process until smooth. Makes 11⁄4 cups. EACH 1-TBSP. SERVING 10 cal, 31 mg sodium, 2 g carb.

Hillshire Farm® smoked sausage is seasoned perfectly. So it’s easy for you to create dinner deliciously.

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Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients :

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1 pkg. Hillshire Farm® smoked sausage, diagonally sliced thin 2 cloves garlic, crushed ¼ cup olive oil 1 large red bell pepper, sliced thin 1 small yellow onion, sliced thin 1 pkg. frozen broccoli, thawed ½ cup chicken broth (or water) ½ cup tomato sauce 2 cups instant rice ½ cup shredded Mozzarella cheese

Heat olive oil and garlic in skillet, stir in smoked sausage slices and cook until browned. Add pepper, onion, broccoli, broth and tomato sauce and simmer for 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the liquid is absorbed. In the meantime, prepare rice according to package instructions. Stir rice into the skillet, sprinkle with cheese and serve.

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TINY TOMATO SAUCE We love this garden-fresh sauce over polenta or with blanched green beans or zucchini noodles. It also makes a tasty accompaniment to chicken Parmesan or a grilled steak. HANDS-ON TIME 15 min. TOTAL TIME 1 hr. 8 1 5

cups assorted tiny tomatoes medium sweet yellow onion, peeled and quartered Tbsp. butter

In a 4-qt. saucepan combine 6 1⁄2 cups of the tomatoes, onion, butter, and 11⁄4 tsp. kosher salt over medium heat. Once tomatoes begin to bubble, reduce heat to a simmer. Cook 30 minutes, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in remaining tomatoes; cook 15 minutes more or until butter has separated from the tomatoes and most of the liquid has evaporated. Serve over cooked polenta. Top with fresh oregano. Makes 4 cups. EACH 2⁄3 -CUP SERVING 124 cal, 10 g fat, 25 mg chol, 571 mg sodium, 9 g carb, 2 g fiber, 2 g pro.

TINY TOMATO SALAD WITH CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE Double or triple this punchy shallot vinaigrette, and keep it in a jar in the fridge for dressing your salads throughout the week. TOTAL TIME 20 min. 4 2 1 1

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cups assorted tiny tomatoes cups arugula or watercress small fennel bulb, quartered, cored, and very thinly sliced (1 cup) cup chopped fresh Italian parsley shallots, ﬁnely chopped (1⁄4 cup) cup olive oil Tbsp. champagne vinegar tsp. lemon zest

In a salad bowl toss together tomatoes, arugula, fennel, and parsley. For Champagne Vinaigrette, in a screw-top jar combine shallots, oil, vinegar, zest, 1 ⁄4 tsp. kosher salt, and 1⁄8 tsp. ground black pepper. Cover; shake well. Pour over salad. Makes 12 servings. EACH SERVING 58 cal, 5 g fat, 0 mg chol, 58 mg sodium, 4 g carb, 1 g fiber, 1 g pro.

SPICY TOMATO GIN & TONIC Garnish with serrano chiles, fresh dill, cucumber, and/or lime wedges. TOTAL TIME 10 min. 1

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cup assorted tiny tomatoes, coarsely chopped Steak seasoning Fresh dill Tbsp. lime juice Splash Worcestershire sauce Splash bottled hot pepper sauce oz. gin (2 Tbsp.) oz. tonic water (1⁄4 cup) Ice cubes

Rub the rim of a 12-oz. glass with the cut side of a tomato. Dip rim in steak seasoning to coat. Using a wooden spoon, mash tomatoes and dill in bottom of glass. Stir in lime juice, Worcestershire, and hot pepper sauce. Season with kosher salt and black pepper. Add gin, then tonic and ice. Makes 1 serving. EACH SERVING 106 cal, 476 mg sodium, 10 g carb, 1 g pro.

MELTY TINY TOMATOES When you can get tomatoes straight from the garden, roast them on the vine for a gorgeous presentation. HANDS-ON TIME 10 min. TOTAL TIME 25 min. 4 2 2 1 ⁄2

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cups assorted tiny tomatoes Tbsp. olive oil tsp. chili powder tsp. sugar

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Preheat oven to 400°F. Place tomatoes in a shallow baking dish. Drizzle with oil. Stir to coat. Sprinkle with chili powder, sugar, and 1⁄2 tsp. kosher salt. Roast, uncovered, 12 to 15 minutes, or until skins just start to burst, gently stirring once halfway through roasting time. Serve warm with crusty bread. Makes 3 1⁄3 cups. EACH 1⁄3 -CUP SERVING 39 cal, 3 g fat, 0 mg chol, 75 mg sodium, 3 g carb, 1 g fiber, 1 g pro.

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CARROT SNACK CAKE Equal parts all-purpose and whole wheat flours make this treat better for you while keeping a tender texture. HANDS-ON TIME 25 min. TOTAL TIME 2 hr. 4 1 3 ⁄4 1 1 ⁄2 1 1 1 2 2 1

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1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 13×9×2-inch baking pan; set aside. 2. In a large bowl whisk together eggs, oil, brown sugar, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla until combined. Whisk in flours, baking powder, cinnamon, soda, salt, and nutmeg until combined. Stir in carrots and walnuts. Pour into prepared pan. 3. Bake 35 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Spread with Cream Cheese Frosting. Sprinkle with orange zest. Makes 20 servings. Cream Cheese Frosting In a medium mixing bowl beat together 8 oz. cream cheese and 3 Tbsp. softened butter with

an electric mixer on medium speed until combined and smooth. Add 2 cups powdered sugar; beat on low until combined. Stir in 1 tsp. orange zest. EACH SERVING 316 cal, 21 g fat, 54 mg chol, 252 mg sodium, 28 g carb, 2 g fiber, 4 g pro. S EC R ET S F RO M

FAST & FRESH A few of the tricks our test kitchen learned this month. CHOOSING TOFU Hoisin-Glazed Tofu & Green Beans. p. 84

Tofu is sold in varying forms: soft, firm, and extra-firm. Try soft for smoothies, firm for scrambles, and extrafirm for pan-frying (it holds its shape best).

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LEEK PREP Chickpea, Leek & Spinach Soup, p. 82

First cut off the dark green ends. They’re too tough for eating (but save them for making stock). Next, slice the white and light green portions in half lengthwise and then into slices. Leeks have lots of layers in which dirt can hide, so wash them well. The easiest way: Submerge slices in a bowl of water, stirring with your hands (the dirt will settle at the bottom). Drain well and pat dry with paper towels.

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how to be a morning person { or at least fake it }

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Think about how much easier it is to get out of bed in summer, with light pouring through your windows. That’s because light stimulates your brain and suppresses the production of melatonin, the hormone that helps you feel sleepy. Zee suggests turning on a lamp soon after waking, and heading to a window to take in natural daylight (sunny or not) as soon as possible. Another option: Program a light box to gradually become brighter, starting about 15 minutes before you wake up. “Look for one with blue light and a rating of 3,000 to 10,000 lux, which is the equivalent of being outside on a cloudy day,” Zee says. Alternatively, you could plug your bedside lamp into a timer or try a clock that uses bright lights and soothing sounds to wake you up, like the ones at wakeuptothesunriselight.com. Q Don’t check e-mail right away “Once you start looking at e-mail, you’re spending time on issues other people consider a priority, and it puts you in a reactive state of mind,” says Laura Vanderkam, a time

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EAT FOR FUEL BREAKFAST IS TRULY THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY. Try these quick-hit healthy ideas; each one gives you a good dose of your daily protein. Q ACE toast (avocado-chia seededamame) Kick up the healthy in your avocado toast: Mash ½ cup avocado and season with sea salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Spread mixture on a slice of toasted whole grain bread; sprinkle with ½ cup cooked, shelled edamame. (They’ll easily stick to the mixture.) Sprinkle on 1 Tbsp. chia seeds for an extra 2 g protein. TOTAL PROTEIN: 17 g

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Q Nordic yogurt parfait Also called skyr, Icelandic yogurt tastes similar to Greek and also has lots of protein (thanks to the straining process), but is slightly thicker. Top it with ½ cup high-fiber cereal, something like Kashi GoLean Crunch or a few crumbled Frosted Mini Wheats, and ½ cup raspberries or peaches. TOTAL PROTEIN: 20 g with Kashi, 18 g with Mini Wheats

Q Stretch before your feet touch the ground This gentle two-part move from Pilates and hatha yoga instructor Jo Ann Staugaard-Jones helps warm up your lower back and hip joints, which can feel stiff in the morning. The breath work sends oxygen to your stomach and other organs, prepping them for the day. 1. LIE ON YOUR BACK in bed and hug both knees to chest. Inhale as you move knees away from you; exhale and bring knees back in to chest. Repeat five times. 2. STRETCH YOUR LEFT LEG OUT on the bed and hug right knee toward chest. Use your hands to gently move the right leg in slow circles a few times, then change direction. Next, bring right leg across straight (left) leg, touching knee to the bed if you can, taking 3-5 deep breaths before returning to center position. Repeat on other side.

Q PB & A waﬄe Top 2 whole grain waffles with 2 Tbsp. peanut butter and ½ apple, sliced. “With whole grains from the waffle and protein and healthy fat from the nut butter, you won’t run the risk of becoming hangry,” says Ilyse Schapiro, M.S., R.D., coauthor of Should I Scoop Out My Bagel? With 8 g protein per 2 Tbsp., peanut butter has the most protein of all the nut butters. (Almond isn’t far behind, at 7 g.) Nut-free? No problem: SoyNut Butter has 7 g. The apple adds hydration, vitamin C, and fiber. TOTAL PROTEIN: 12 g

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DRINK THIS ASAP After seven to eight hours of sleep, you need a glass of water, stat. You wake up slightly dehydrated, and the longer you wait before drinking water, the more prone you’ll be to grogginess, fatigue, and general brain fog, explains sports dietitian Tara Collingwood, M.S., R.D. Keep a carafe and glass on your nightstand and take a good, long drink before getting out of bed.

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STREAMLINE IT A FEW TWEAKS TO YOUR A.M. ROUTINE CAN SAVE TIME AND BRAINPOWER.

When things fall slightly behind schedule due to children who don’t feel the need to rush, my husband and I take a deep breath. One minute of calm can actually speed things up. A sweet voice and a warm hug can often stop the screaming faster than chanting, ‘Let’s go! Let’s go!’ 10 times in a row. DIAN McMANUS, 40, SANTA MONICA, CA

Q Ritualize your morning Pick a few outfits and breakfasts you like and put them on rotation. “Even the seemingly smallest choices can start to drain your energy,” says psychologist Kathleen Vohs, Ph.D., a professor of marketing at University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management. Q Don’t overprep the night before “When evenings are taken up by chores, people tend to stay up late for ‘me time’ in the form of television, Internet, or reading, only to wake up sleep-deprived,” Vanderkam says. Save one or two chores that make sense for morning (like packing lunches), turn in earlier, and you’ll rise and shine raring to go. Q Set an ‘almost time to leave’ alarm You can’t get rid of all morning chaos, but setting an alarm for 10–15 minutes before you need to head out can help you make the most of your time. “Recognize that those minutes after the alarm dings might be more stressful, but this helps you pace yourself,” Vanderkam says.

know what’s going on in the world, but wait until later in the morning to check your feed. Q Listen to music instead “Songs that start out gently help you wake up gradually; then you need a more intense beat and empowering lyrics to get you going,” says David M. Greenberg, a music psychologist at The City University of New York who partnered with Spotify to create the ultimate wake-up playlist. (Check it out on page 128.) Q Take a mindful moment You have to shower anyway, so why not work in your moment here? “Pay attention to the sound of the water and the way it feels on your skin,” says Timothy Pearman, Ph.D., a clinical health psychologist at Northwestern University’s Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center in Chicago. Don’t worry if your thoughts wander. “The simple act of trying is enough to help you focus and experience a bit of calm,” he says.

BRING GOOD VIBES START YOUR DAY ON THE RIGHT FOOT. Q Skip the morning news It can be stressful, and that can cramp your concentration: One study found that people who watched a happy video (a laughing baby, cats cuddling) learned new concepts better than people who watched an upsetting video (a report on an earthquake). Sure, you want to

FIND YOUR 25TH HOUR all about waking up earlier—even if that means moving your bedtime up and losing some awake time at night. Research points to the health benefits of rising early, including a consistently better mood. “It might feel hard at first, but once it becomes a habit, you’ll crave it,” says Jennifer Cohen, a Los Angeles-based fitness and lifestyle coach. That’s what happened to Susan Biali, M.D., a former night owl

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from Vancouver. When jet lag forced her into bed at 8 p.m. four years ago, she found herself sleeping soundly until 6 a.m. and waking with tons of energy. So she moved her bedtime up from 11 to 9:30 or 10. Adapt these tips to help you get better sleep and wake up refreshed:

CREATE A WINDDOWN ROUTINE Your body needs time to decompress to prep

for quality sleep. About 20 minutes before bed, put on your PJs, dim the lights, and start unwinding.

TWEAK YOUR EATING PATTERN Heavy, late meals can drive up levels of the hormone cortisol, which keeps you out of deep sleep. Try to flip-flop your routine to a hearty breakfast and a snacklike dinner, so your body won’t be busy working on digestion when you’re trying to wind down.

LOG OFF AT LEAST 30 MINUTES BEFORE BEDTIME That means turning off the TV, your phone, and your tablet. Staring into a bright screen is the worst thing you can do before bed. It stimulates your brain and body and makes it harder for you to enter deep sleep. Q

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time it right Scheduling a doctor visit or test for a certain time of the day, month, or year could mean more attention or more accurate results.

General checkup Schedule it fi rst thing in the morning or right after lunch. That’s usually when the doctor is freshest and has the most time, says Stephen Sinatra, M.D., a cardiologist and founder of the Heart MD Institute.

Dentist Schedule it fi rst thing in the morning for a shorter wait time. If you’re among the 50 percent of Americans who have gum disease, a cleaning could be less uncomfortable after your period ends because fl uctuating hormones can make gums more sensitive. Don’t wait until the end of the year to squeeze it in;

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Mammogram Schedule it one week after your period ends. That’s when your breast tissue tends to be less dense, making abnormalities easier to spot. According to a study in the journal Radiology, cancers were 7 to 13 percent more likely to be detected during this window.

Gynecologist Schedule it 10 to 20 days after the first day of your period. Otherwise your Pap smear might be hard to read. —Sharon Liao

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butt, legs) Take one giant step forward with your left foot to a lunge position, holding weights by your sides. Lower right knee so kneecap almost touches the ﬂ oor as you bend left knee toward a 90-degree angle. Do a bicep curl, hold for 2 counts, then return to start. Do 10–12 reps; switch legs and repeat.

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(works triceps, abs, legs) Sit with knees bent, feet fl at on fl oor. Place hands fl at on fl oor, fi ngers forward, shoulder-width apart. Lean back on your hands, bending elbows. (Don’t fl are them out.) Straighten left leg and lift about 6 inches. Hold for 3–5 seconds, then push through the hands to lean torso forward, bringing knee toward chest. Do 10–12 reps on each leg.

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the health nut Our intrepid health director, Amy Brightfield, heads to a weekend retreat to find out if silence really is golden.

sking me to go to a silent retreat is kind of like telling Julia Child not to cook. Just thinking about it stressed me out. Would I start talking to myself? And the most pressing concern: Would using my hair dryer qualify as breaking the silence? As I walked up the steps to my room at the serenely spare Garrison Institute in Garrison, New York, it felt a little like move-in day at college (albeit a sophisticatedly decorated one). My room had a single bed with one humble pillow, white sheets, a coverlet, a desk and chair. The only light: a desk lamp. Silence started Friday night, so before that, retreats director Jane Kolleeny and I talked about the benefits of cutting the chatter, mindfulness included. “Silence allows us to notice things that we usually ignore due to the constant conversation with others or in our heads with ourselves,” Jane says. (Ah, yes, I know those.) “Our attention settles, we see ourselves more clearly, and our senses are fine-tuned.” She also gave me a meditation refresher. Because that’s what you do on a silent retreat. When I passed fellow retreaters in the hall, I couldn’t help myself: I made eye contact and smiled. Mostly I got nods in return. The real test was dinner, the very time of day we’re told that we must connect or else we’re at risk for depression and raising juvenile delinquents. But there we all were, 30 or so strangers eating without talking, hearing only the clank of silverware. I took generous helpings of salad and soup, worried that I wouldn’t fill up on the strictly vegetarian fare, but right away I

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experienced the truth of mindful eating. Because I focused on the meal, I was in touch with my appetite and ate less. Also, manners are vital. The slurping next to me sounded like a fire alarm! I spent Saturday morning walking in the outdoor labyrinth and the otherworldly bamboo forest listening to the trees chime in the wind. A sense of calm began to creep in. At lunch, I felt momentarily conspicuous wearing my striped yoga jacket in contrast to everyone else’s shades of gray. And that’s when it hit me: No one cares what I’m wearing. Everyone is here to focus on themselves. My brain quieted, and my thoughts were free to wander. As I sat in one meditation session, my mind wandered to cheese. Sharp cheddar. Salty Manchego. Nutty aged Gouda. My senses were fine-tuning! Or was it the lack of snacks? By Sunday afternoon, I was back in the world of the speaking but missing my moments of Zen—which, it turns out, can happen even if you use your hair dryer. This social butterfly learned that silence does have its golden moments. Q ILLUSTR ATION EDWIN FOTHERINGHAM

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BLUE One possible reason the French have such low heart disease rates despite a high-fat diet: blue cheese. Roquefort and other blues, including Stilton and Gorgonzola, have compounds that might protect against heart disease.

say cheese! It sometimes gets a bad rap, but these varieties have surprisingly healthy perks. SWISS Trying to cut back on sodium? Swiss has 53 mg per ounce, the least of any hard or semisoft cheese. Neufchâtel—similar to cream cheese but with about a third less fat—is also a low-sodium choice with 95 mg.

[ FAST FACT ] This Brie is actually made from goat milk, which can be easier for some people to digest and has just 90 calories per ounce.

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Respect their boundaries

Dogs are instinctively territorial; it’s their job to guard the perimeter of their home. So keep the garden out of their path: Leave a minimum of 2–3 feet (depending on the size of your dog) between a fence and plantings.

Follow in Fido’s footsteps

Work with his travel patterns and turn his well-worn route in the yard into a garden path. Cover with

Even an 8-inch-high bed will create a visual barrier to help stop him from jumping in. If that doesn’t work, surround the bed with a low fence.

Grow barrier plants

Even the most rambunctious dog will walk around, rather than through, beds planted with tall or thorny plants such as

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Contain the flowers

Some plants and ﬂ owers, like daﬀodils, are toxic to pets. (Check out the full list at aspca.com). Consider planting these out of reach in containers or in a restricted part of the yard. —Jane Miller

together about two Saturdays a month, and the benefits go both ways: “We’re helping foster a sense of community and giving residents access to fresh fruits and vegetables in an area where they’re scarce,” Jarmila says. “And Kristyna is expanding her worldview: The most surprising thing she’s learned is that not everyone has a functional house—many people in MUFI’s neighborhood don’t have running water or electricity.” —Julie Dubin Q

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lakefront vacations Start planning for summer! With a menu of surf and turf activities, your crew can go as relaxed or activity-packed as you want.

LAKE OF THE OZARKS, MO Stretching nearly 100 miles, this dragonshape reservoir offers parks, parasailing, and spas. Dry off to explore the castle ruins at Ha Ha Tonka State Park and take a lantern tour of Ozark Caverns. funlake.com

LAKE CHELAN, WA The southern end of this deep glacier-carved lake will keep you busy with waterskiing, fishing, and wine tasting (Tsillan Cellars is a local fave), while much of the shoreline can be reached only by foot, ferry, or float plane. Nearby North Cascades National Park offers hiking, biking, and secluded inns. lakechelan.com

MOOSEHEAD LAKE, ME Head to the North Maine Woods for fly-fi shing, paddling, and swimming in crystal-clear water. Explore one of 80-plus islands, hike nearby Mount Katahdin (the end of the Appalachian Trail), or take a moose safari. Then relax as you cruise on a century-old steamship, The Steamship Katahdin. mooseheadlake.org

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LAKE LANIER, GA It’s the best of both worlds: peaceful vistas that would inspire namesake poet Sidney Lanier and bustling spots like LanierWorld resort with a wave pool, a kids’ club, and outdoor concerts. A full array of water sports is on deck along the 700-mile shoreline. discoverlakelanier.com

LAKE WINNEBAGO, WI Steady winds keep sailors happy at Wisconsin’s largest inland lake. There’s plenty of room for walleye fishing and powerboating, but leave time for a climb up the Fond du Lac lighthouse and a Mad Men-era meal at one of the state’s famed supper clubs. travelthelakes.com

LAKE TEXOMA, TX & OK Explore thousands of miles of shoreline on this Red River reservoir, and stop for a dip at Lake Texoma State Park. Hike the 14-mile Cross Timbers Trail, and don’t forget your rod. A few years ago, one angler landed a 121-pound catfi sh. laketexomaonline.com

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LAKE CHAMPLAIN, NY & VT Even if you don’t spot resident sea monster Champ, you won’t lack Instagram moments. Make your base The Tyler Place Family Resort, and day-trip to Burlington for lakeside biking and a tour of Lake Champlain Chocolates. Be sure to schedule a balloon ride for panoramic views. lakechamplainregion.com

LAKE POWELL, UT & AZ Renting a houseboat is an ideal way to fully take in the towering red rocks and bluebird skies on this Colorado River reservoir. Spend days exploring coves and Lake Powell Navajo Tribal Park. visitpagelakepowell.com

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CLEAR LAKE, CA Families flock to Clear Lake State Park, about two hours from San Francisco, to kayak, bike, and bird-watch. And pack your reel: Anglers call this “The Bass Fishing Capital of the West.” Drive the Quilt Trail to take in barns and wineries. lakecounty.com

KENTUCKY LAKE, KY Two lakes for the price of one: A short canal leads to Lake Barkley. Explore Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, where you can ride horses, cycle, hike, or take a car tour of the Elk & Bison Prairie. kentuckylake.org

DID YOU KNOW?

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1968 CANING MOTIF From Colonial classic to modern must-have, caned designs are perennial favorites. TH E O RIG I NAL Caned furniture made its European debut in the 17th century as trade with Asia flourished and colonies expanded. Durable yet lightweight, the woven rattan was (and still is) used for seats and backs of chairs, and the affordable, eye-catching designs became widely popular.

Whether woven from rattan or featured on fabric, this classic pattern shows up today in bold color combinations and an oversize scale that emphasizes its geometry.

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From our 1968 Decorating Book, a sofa upholstered in cane-motif fabric anchors a gardeninspired living room.

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PI LLOW Pink Cane Cotton Canvas Throw Pillow, $55.99; allmodern.com 2 TH ROW JacquardWeave Throw 20-6842, $34.99; hm.com 3 PE N DANT Small Rustic Wicker Pendant, $215; shadesoflight.com 4 BA S KET Lattice Floor Bin, $59; landofnod.com 5 TAB LE S Rattan Diamond collection Coﬀee Table, $152, and Short Accent Table, $67; vivaterra.com

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Cane Print in Gimlet, $120 for 24 square feet; candiceheld.com 7 B I N Cane Tulip Wastebasket, $36.99; wayfair.com Q

DIY alert! Download a stepby-step guide to painting an oversize cane pattern for a bold accent wall. BHG.com/CaningPaint

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