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How Long Do Seeds Last?..................................40 Heirloom Tomatoes...............................................6 Hot Tub First Aid...................................................8 Secondhand Shopping........................................10 LED Lightbulbs Save Big Money..........................12 5 Apps Keep Families In Touch............................14 Clover Comeback...............................................16 Black Is Back........................................................18 Healthy Eating by Stephanie Shaw................22-23 What’s in Cable Box?..........................................24 Slow Cooker Secrets...........................................26 Think Spring........................................................28 Professional Service Directory.........................32-38 All About Home is a special publication of the Morning Journal, The Review and the Salem News. If you would like to advertise in the next issue, please contact: Morning Journal........................................330-424-9541 The Review................................................330-385-4545 Salem News..............................................330-332-4601 Visit these web sites to see our online editions. www.morningjournalnews.com www.reviewonline.com www.salemnews.net ©2016 Morning Journal, all rights reserved. all about home/may 2016 3 page
HOW LONG DO
SEEDS LAST? DEAN FOSDICK Associated Press
If you save seeds, you might wonder whether those from last year are still viable. A quick and easy pre-season seed germination test can answer that question. Much depends on how the seeds were collected and stored, said Ross Penhallegon, an associate professor emeritus and horticulturist with the Oregon State University College of Agricultural Sciences. Here is the approximate life expectancy of certain vegetable seeds, according to “Knott’s Handbook for Vegetable Growers” (John Wiley & Sons, 2007): — Six years: Lettuce. — Five years: Collards, cucumber, endive, muskmelon and radish. — Four years: Beets, cabbage, eggplant, pumpkin, squash, tomatoes and watermelon. — Three years: Asparagus, celery, peas and spinach.
— Two years: Sweet corn, leek, okra, pepper. Let us not ignore flowers. A representative sample of flower seed longevity: — Five to six years: Nasturtium, zinnia, calendula. — Four years: Celosia, cosmos, hollyhock, marigold, petunia, sweet peas. — Two to three years: Digitalis, impatiens, pansies and phlox. And herb seed: — Five years: Cilantro and dill. — Three to four years: Arugula and fennel. — Two years: Sage and chive.
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Heirloom Tomatoes By DEANNE JOHNSON Staff Writer
LISBON — There are several tastes of summer — fresh strawberries, corn on the cob and homemade ice cream are just a few.
“It’s like an addiction,” Coy said, “It’s a treasure hunt to look for the best tomatoes.”
But for some, trying different types of homegrown, heirloom tomatoes is something not to be missed.
Coy said whether you like to eat tomatoes by the slice, make sauce or can salsa for later, there are many varieties of heirloom tomatoes to suit every taste. Each year he grows about 40 varieties, some of his favorites and some new varieties he wants to try. He is always looking for another tomato to savor, one that is now the best one he has ever eaten.
Jay Coy of Jackson ‘Maters in North Jackson is one of those people.
“They’re addictive. Once you get into it, you want to find another one.”
For about the past decade, Coy has been trying different varieties of heirloom tomatoes and sharing the results with others.
The hybrid tomatoes found in most grocery stores throughout the year are grown so they don’t go bad on the road. They are bred with thicker skins designed not to bruise when they are transported by trucks across the country to the stores. They stay fresh for a long time and are often a beautiful red color. But often the taste is lacking. However, heirloom tomatoes are grown for taste. Coy points out, someone grew this breed in a backyard somewhere for at least 50 years before it is considered an heirloom tomato. Growing an heirloom tomato for Coy is like keeping someone’s legacy alive, continuing a tradition. “They taste so good,” Coy said, “and they are so colorful compared to hybrids.” By perusing the different varieties on Coy’s website, Jacksonmaters.blogspot.com, one can find numerous colors, including yellow, purple and green. Heirlooms can be striped or solid; big and meaty or small and round. They also have unique names, created by the gardener who designed them and loved them throughout the years — Fish Lake Oxheart, Azoychka, Chocolate Stripes, Dancing with Blue Smurfs and Dzuruba. The Cherokee Purple is believed to have been grown by Cherokee Indians and, yes it is a purple tomato. Coy will be growing more dwarf varieties this year and says at least one of them, the Silvery Fir Tree, does great in just a 24-inch hanging basket. Others can be grown just like common variety tomatoes, staked up in a garden plot, with water and sunlight. Once Coy finds a variety he likes and has grown it for about four years in this climate, he includes it in the 40 plants he grows each year for his plant sale, located at an old Girl Scout camp at 4400 Gault Road, North Jackson.
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The location is a block east of state Route 45 between Kirk and Palmyra Roads. Starting around midMay and lasting until about June 10, Coy sells organically grown, heirloom tomato plants of differing varieties, sharing his love of new tomato breeds with others. Some are indeterminate, meaning they continually produce tomatoes over a longer period throughout the summer. Others are determinate, giving a large harvest of tomatoes and then are finished for the year. During his plant sale, Coy also sells several types vegetable plants, including peppers, herbs and ground cherries. Then later in the season, he again shares his love of heirloom tomatoes, by taking many varieties to some area farmer’s markets. By August he is often found at the farmers market in Austintown on Monday’s, the B&O sale on Mahoning Avenue on Thursdays and the Northside Farmer’s Market on Saturdays. It is just another way those who don’t have a green thumb, but still want to try something different, can taste the best tomato they have ever eaten. djohnson@mojonews.com
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B U T T HO D I A T S FIR By KATIE WHITE Staff Writer
Hot tubs may not be as popular as they once were, but that could change, if people decide they want to invest a little time and money. In the nearly two years that my husband and I have been married we have always enjoyed hot tubs as a form of relaxing. Since we didn’t have our own we would always try to find a hotel or cabin that featured a hot tub in the room when we went on out-of-town trips. This was our own little luxury. Then, by a stroke of luck, a friend of my husband’s had an older hot tub he needed to get rid of. We could make it our own for $250, plus picking it up from Struthers, where there is a law against having hot tubs on the front porches of houses. This hot tub, not in working order quite yet, was being kept on the front porch of a home of the man’s relative and needed to be moved so as not to violate the city’s law. For the price, the hot tub is certainly not the most exquisite of choices out there, but for my husband and I, it is perfect. All we need is hot water, powerful jets, and comfortable seating. The two-person portable hot tub just needed a little TLC and a few wiring and other mechanical issues worked out, and it would be working for us in no time. Luckily for me, my husband is knowledgeable about those sorts of things, and has connections to other people for the things he isn’t quite sure about. It took several months of waiting (due to weather and saving up some money) but recently we were able to get an electrician to come to our house and run the proper wiring to our backyard patio to get it up and running. 8 | all about home/may 2016 page
We also had to make sure that the electricity at our home was powerful enough to support the hot tub, and that was done as well. We also installed a ground fault circuit interrupter, (GFCI) and a spa breaker to the hot tub, which is located directly beside the garage on a cement patio. The GFCI and other components are necessary to avoid lethal electrical shock. Running the wire was beneficial for two reasons — the first of which was to get the hot tub running, and the second was to get electricity connected to the garage, which my husband also wanted. This is where spending very little on the actual hot tub came in handy, because the wiring work wasn’t cheap. When all was said and done it was still less expensive than purchasing a brand new hot tub outright, however. Our expenses for the wiring and a few of the necessary components ran around $1,500. People who may not want to go through quite that much work, or who may have their sights set on a much more elaborate hot tub, may want to go purchase a new one outright, for anywhere from $4,000 and up. Sally Rice, owner of Homestead Pools and Spas in Salem said portable hot tubs are the least expensive. These are the ones like ours. Instead of being installed in some form of permanent housing, they can sit on a patio or in a back yard. “You want to make sure that you have the correct electricity so that it will run the large enough pump to circulate and give it the number of jets that you need for your neck and back and your shoulders — that’s the most important thing, that you get the therapy that you are looking for,” she said.
The smaller hot tubs generally run on 110 volts, while the most you would need is 220 volts, she added. She also said that an average price range for a new hot tub is around $3,995 or $4,000, although it is possible to spend up to $10,000, depending on what add-ons you’re looking for. “Some have built in radios or TVs. Most people around here will just get the basic one that they need. It depends on the number of person and the size of the tub,� she said. Hot tubs can vary from two to 12 people. Dave Rice said routine maintenance would average about $50 a month, depending on how much the hot tub is used. Whichever route you go, make sure you check that you are not violating any of your local zoning or permitting laws, in addition to making sure you have the proper chemicals. Sally Rice also cautioned that people should make sure the temperature of the water should never exceed 103 degrees, and those with high blood pressure should check with their doctors before enjoying hot tubs. Ideally, the best temperature is 100 degrees, she said. Homestead Pools and Spas is located at the corner of Depot and Pidgeon roads in Salem. kwhite@mojonews.com
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secondhand shopping
By KEVIN HOWELL Staff Writer
Trying to fill out a room on a tight budget? Secondhand shopping can be a great way to make a room pop, if done properly.
“We see a lot of people who are just starting out or starting over and don’t have the money to spend,” said Aaron Byers, assistant manager of Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore in Salem.
Everything is secondhand at the ReStore ä donations from community members. People looking for bargains can find anything at the store, from tables and cabinets to furniture to artwork and antiques, fare that can also be found at thrift shops and flea markets. Byers said the turnover at the ReStore is tremendous, with items being donated one day, priced that night and sold the next morning.
“Interest is high in these types of items,” he explained. “People like shopping secondhand because they can find quality and value, better items at less cost.” He described secondhand purchases as investments.
“You can find high quality products at reasonable prices if you look,” he said, noting that the mission of the ReStore in particular is to raise money for housing projects, so there are good products available at affordable costs in order to generate sales.
“[Shopping secondhand] leaves money in the bank account for other purchases,” Byers said.
When shopping secondhand, buyers need to be aware of their particular needs, Byers said. Those who are young or single should look for items that will last. “Avoid particle board and plastic,” he said. “You’ll get more bang for your buck with quality wood items when purchasing desks, tables, hatches.” For those with children, don’t worry about quality, get the less costly items. “You know it won’t be used long-term, so save your money,” Byers said.
Shoppers should also look for signatures when purchasing artwork, which means the piece is higher value, a better investment, he added. And when decorating with secondhand items, keep an open mind.
“If you want things to match, look at it from a different angle,” Byers explained, noting that subtle colors in a patterned piece of furniture might match the predominant colors of others. You can also design a room around a specific pattern, or more interestingly, a style such as the ‘70s or ‘80s, an opportunity generally not afforded in retail stores. “Don’t be nearsighted. Look at the big picture,” he advised.
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Switching to LED lightbulbs can save
By LARRY SHIELDS Staff Writer
BOARDMAN — It’s pretty hard to beat a deal where the savings will pay for a product itself. With Hercules LED, new lighting does just that starting with the installation, according to company president James Rosan. “It’s pretty simple,” he said. “We basically get paid to save people money and make their place look beautiful, increasing the aesthetic value.” Located at 5922 South Ave., No. 2, Rosan took years of experience working for another LED, light emitting diode company and put it to work for himself. “I decided I could do this with better quality lighting and at a better cost break for the customer,” he said. Rosan learned the technical aspects and working with FirstEnergy as a partner, Hercules LED facilitates the Energy Efficiency Program and breaks the lighting jobs down. LEDs have climbed the technology ladder from tiny signal lights and flashlights to much larger commercial and industrial applications and —more recently for Hercules LED — into residential use. Affordability, low cost maintenance and incredibly long life are LED keystones.
ipal building, Lease Drug Company and Lib’s Cafe in Salem and R’s Pizza Place in Columbiana and many more.
Rosan pointed to the YMCA in Boardman where thousands of lights were switched over by Hercules LED. “They started saving money immediately,” he said. “They’re saving over $4,000 a month. What we do is replace incandescent, fluorescent, metal halide, and high-pressure sodium vapor lights and we just connect what they already have to LED. Our customers save 62 percent off their electric bills on average.” In large industrial or commercial settings the process begins with simple business information from a potential customer. “We basically do an audit and count every single light bulb. Then we do a savings analysis and show what they save by converting to LED,” Rosan explained, adding the return on investment (ROI) average is two to three times the cost because LEDs can last over 60,000 hours.
More people are beginning to realize this and Hercules LED has tripled its 2015 business over 2014.
“We’ll put everything in and they’ll see the savings on the electric bill and they can see the (lighting) difference.”
“You can save and you pay for the lights with the money you save,” Rosan said.
Customers save on maintenance fees, on basalts and the cost of changing the lights, Rosan said, noting they can break the job down to phases and weeks.
Buildings, rooms and areas where a lot of light is required benefit greatly, said Rosan who sees it on a daily basis as does officials and patrons of the Hubbard Public Library, Warren Public Library, Michael Alberini’s Restaurant in Youngstown, the Western Reserve Fire District, the Chippewa Township munic-
“We offer a five-year warranty so they don’t have to worry about it,” he said. “LEDs last for years; twenty-five times more than traditional lights.”
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For example one LED tube replaces two fluorescent tubes in most cases and puts out almost 3,000 lumens. He qualified the comparison by saying “in most cases” because ceiling height plays a factor. There are 10 employees and the South Avenue office is being converted into showroom space where people can check out industrial, commercial and residential LED packages. “You can come in and look at it,” he said, adding that Hercules LED is growing rapidly and subcontracts to certified electricians. “We’re franchising the whole operation,” he said pointing out the coverage area runs from Cleveland to Pittsburgh with protected areas to franchise holders. “People love us,” is one statement Rosan repeated, followed by a quick follow up: “We save them money.” “We can convert a whole facility and they don’t have to pay a thing, the savings,” he added. “The savings pays. It’s simple. And people say too good to be true, but it is. We can do it.” Whether it is one foot to eight feet long overhead fixture to a full-scale municipal street light, Hercules LED is equipped for the job. Rosan pointed out that they sell commercial lighting that can be used in residential applications. For more information, visit herculesled.com on the web, Facebook, or call 1-844-HERC-LED. lshields@salemnews.net
James Rosan, president and CEO of Hercules LED in Boardman, left, and sales manager, Jim Drabiski, are playing a major role in converting the region into high-tech LED lighting whether it is industrial, municipal, commercial or residential applications. Hercules LED, while mostly into the commercial markets, is moving now into the residential sector. It employs 10 people from its newly decorated showroom at 5922 South Ave., St. 2. Rosan said customers average a 62 percent savings on their lighting bills. (Salem News photo by Larry Shields)
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We hear a lot about families spending too much time distracted by digital devices. But screens do have some family-friendly benefits: New apps can help family members stay connected and coordinated.
Here is a handful of Appleand Android-friendly apps that might help keep your little group in touch and on task: MINI-NETWORK: Slack
Slack functions as your own private social network. It’s as simple to use as Facebook, but more customizable. And you can use the bulk of the service for free (though prices are listed at Slack.com for additional services).
Popular with small companies and work groups who need to share information and plan projects, Slack works well for families too. You begin by including several people in a group, and then you can create distinct channels within the group. Perhaps one channel is parents-only communication, while others are for parents with each kid. Maybe another includes the whole family plus grandparents, aunts and uncles. You can post anything from private messages and daily schedules to photos or URLs. Slack also serves as a free mes-
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saging app, and you can use it to store PDFs of things like the address of a restaurant or a flight itinerary. And you can integrate it with Google Calendar and Google Drive. One speed bump: While you can respond to a family member’s post with emojis, you can’t create a conversation thread by commenting on it. The app’s developers say that feature is coming soon. FINDING EACH OTHER: Family Locator by Life360 Life 360 is one of many family and friends locator apps. Once you add family members to your account, you can check their cell phones’ locations via GPS at any time. Want to know if your child’s bus is nearing home? Or if your spouse has left work yet? It’s all there. In testing the app, we found that it sometimes confuses locations that are very close. If two places are near each other, Life360 may tell you that a family member has arrived at one when they’re actually at the other. So the app is helpful but not infallible. The free version works well, but you’re limited to logging just two locations. FINDING YOUR STUFF: Wistiki The idea of never again losing your keys, phone or other important items is pretty appealing. Wistiki offers Philippe Starck-designed little cards, tags and key fobs that can be tracked with the app. You attach them to
something you treasure (your wallet, your dog, your TV remote). Then if (when) you can’t find the item, you can make the Wistiki sound an alarm. If it’s not close enough for you to hear, you can look at the app to find its location. Best part: If your lost item is in range of anyone else’s Wistiki, theirs will anonymously (and without their knowledge) send GPS coordinates to the system. So other people are essentially helping find your stuff and you’re helping find theirs, without having to do anything. Parents can attach the tags to a child’s backpack, coat or other item that tends to get misplaced by little ones. Bonus: All that time you no longer spend searching for your phone is time you can devote to face-to-face conversation with family members.
...AND SELLING: Totspot And when you’re ready to clear out clutter, you might be able to earn money for it at the marketplace app Totspot. Originally created as an online market for new or gently used kids’ clothes, Totspot now lets you buy and sell grown-up clothes and even (shhhh!) unload gifts you don’t want. It’s sort of the virtual yard sale you don’t have time to have. This image provided by Totspot shows the Totspot app on mobile phones. Kids can grow out of clothing before even wearing an item more than once. Yard sales and consignment shops are two options for turning unworn kids’ clothing into cash, but there’s also a digital alternative: Apps like Totspot, where you can buy and sell kids’ items to other parents throughout the country. (Totspot via AP)
Wistiki comes in three shapes and four colors. BUYING... : AnyList If you’ve ever remembered on the way home from the supermarket that you actually needed three more things, a shopping-list app may save you time and heartache in the future. AnyList allows group members to contribute to a running list, which you can scan through when you’re out running errands. It also offers a recipe manager, so you won’t be stuck in the produce department trying to remember whether tonight’s dinner requires leeks or scallions.
This photo provided by Wistiki shows a new app and gadget called Wistiki that uses technology to pinpoint the spot where items were lost. Lost keys and wallets can cost families time, money and stress. (Wistiki via AP)
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As more Americans become aware of the need to use more natural and sustainable lawn care practices, and warmer weather brings more water shortages throughout the country, clover is gaining ground in residential lawns across the U.S.
Miniclover can also be used for erosion control; it tolerates wear, so it’s a smart choice for high-traffic areas like golf courses - or your backyard where children and pets run and play all summer!
The splendor of sustainable clover Clover comes in a wide variety of sizes, but rich green leaves are characteristic of all clovers. Miniclover, considered the top turf alternative for lawns, is a perennial that grows to be about 4 inches tall - about half the size of the White Dutch Clover common in lawns you’ve seen for years.
Easy on the environment Clover is environmentally friendly in multiple ways. In addition to needing less water to thrive, it can grow in poor soil without the need for chemical fertilizers.
Miniclover is a productive producer and the more you mow it, the smaller the leaf sizes will grow, providing a thick, carpetlike appearance that blends well with turf. Miniclover’s growth begins earlier than grass and continues to stay green and thrive even when drought conditions and cold temps turn turf brown. Hardy and versatile Miniclover grows well in sun or partial shade and its deep roots, (deeper than traditional turf) enable it to reach the natural water table amd give it a high tolerance for drought conditions. Clover stays green long after grass has turned brown - a significant advantage as water shortages continue to occur across the country. In fact, 80 percent of state water managers surveyed by the Government Accountability Office in 2014 said they expect some portion of their states to experience water shortages within the next 10 years.
In fact, because clover infuses the soil with nitrogen, it acts as a natural fertilizer and can actually make surrounding grass healthier when you mix it in a turf lawn. Clover can be a natural way to fix soil that’s nitrogen deficient and reduce the need for chemical fertilizers. Dollar-smart A full or partial clover lawn will not only save money on your water bill, you’ll spend less on lawn care, too. Miniclover is fast and easy to grow, requires much less mowing and fertilization, and less investment in maintenance. Because it’s a semi-aggressive species, after an initial seeding, Miniclover will quickly fill in gaps in lawns, preventing weeds from filling in bare spots. “Miniclover is very cost-effective, within the first year after sowing, you could recoup your investment with lower fertilizer, weed control, mowing and irrigation costs,” Hake says. To learn more about clover’s advantages as a lawn alternative, ground cover, natural fertilizer and filler for bare spots, visit www.outsidepride.com.
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BLACKis back KIM COOK
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The kitchen’s often a room to experiment — with decor, as well as food and drink. Over the years we’ve seen yellow, turquoise, avocado green, greige and white take their turn as favored hues. But right now, black is back.
Put the hue on Shaker-style cabinets, add rustic French tile, smooth quartz counters and hand-rubbed brass fittings, and you’ve got a sophisticated space. Or add a walnut or maple slab island and saddle leather stools for an industrial look.
“It makes perfect sense, style-wise,” says New York City designer Elaine Griffin. “We began seeing the rise of black appliances as sleek and stylish non-white alternatives to pricier stainless options at the new millennium, and black as the ‘new neutral’ wall color has been gaining popularity over the past decade.”
A few things to remember if you’re going to get a black kitchen right:
You can go ultramodern or traditional when bringing black into the
“Simple white tile with black grout is a great way to get some
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High-end, Euro-style lacquered cabinetry from companies like Boffi, Poliform and Bulthap is sleek and sexy. Marble countertops and geometric fixtures can create a glamorous, jewelbox kitchen, great for entertaining.
Contrast is key. Going overboard with black will get you a kitchen that resembles a bad mall hair salon, says Griffin. Use black on the cabinets and a paler hue on counters and floors, or vice versa. Maria Killam, a color expert and designer in Vancouver, British Columbia, agrees. “Make sure your floors and countertops are very light to balance and contrast the super-dark cabinets. Working with black is a balancing act and requires some skill,” she advises.
light in the space and give a nod to classic kitchens.” Killam suggests including wood elements like a butcher-block island countertop. “Wood lower cabinets would work with black countertops and upper shelving, for example. I would keep the wood finishes as natural as possible ... and relatively pale so the overall effect isn’t too heavy,” she says. Ikea offers the Sektion kitchen cabinets in black, and there is a range of coordinating black kitchen fittings there too, including drawer pulls, storage items and trash cans. (www.ikea.com ) You can repaint existing cabinetry if you’re budget-conscious. Consider Benjamin Moore’s Midsummer Night, Sherwin-Williams’ Black Fox, Valspar’s Raven Black or Behr’s Black Suede. Many shades of black pick up other hues in an interesting way — midnight blues, chocolates and sooty grays, for example. Choose the right finish: Save the glossy paint for trim or you’ll be swabbing fingerprints forever. “Like a little black dress, accessories make a statement in a black kitchen, so choose your hardware and fixtures with care,” advises Griffin. “Polished or antiqued brass and black is a white-hot finish option right now, for both contemporary and traditional looks.”
Add a cool stool; Houzz has a big selection. Recent offerings include stools with chic, slim hairpin legs, as well as comfy-looking upholstered ones, and several stools in snazzy hues like red, orange and blue. (www.houzz.com ) Embossed or painted concrete, sculpted limestone, pressed tin, or wallpaper would be striking complements to black cabinetry and fittings. Add an Art Deco touch to a black kitchen with Giorbello’s Water Jet glass tiles. Daltile’s Bamboo Forest faux wood tile would be a durable, style-savvy backsplash or floor. Italian ceramic tile maker Fap has a matte-black subway tile in its new Boston collection. (www.wayfair.com ; www.italytile.com ) The right lighting is important in a black kitchen. Killam likes skylights and large windows to take advantage of natural light. To avoid what Griffin calls “black hole syndrome”, install lights at multiple height levels: ceiling, pendant, under-cabinet and even countertop lamps. Lamps Plus has forged-iron and rubbedbronze chandeliers and pendants. Hudson Valley Lighting’s Lydney polished black nickel pendant would work well in any style of kitchen. (www.lampsplus.com ; www.hudsonvalleylighting.com ) Those who like the idea of black but are tentative might consider introducing one or two black elements. Chicago design studio KitchenLab has used black accents like islands, lighting, kitchen ladders and window treatments. (www.kitchenlabdesign.com ) Artwork and textiles incorporating black with brights, whites, or subtle neutrals like sage, putty and cream add drama. Instead of paint, consider black appliances. GE’s got a slate, Frenchdoor refrigerator with a smudge-resistant finish. Ikea offers a black cooktop. Upscale brands like AGA and Le Cornue have black enameled stoves. Jenn-Air’s Obsidian fridge has a black interior, ostensibly making even the humblest leftovers look magazine-worthy. Wayfair stocks a broad range of black faucets by Moen, Delta and Kohler, in matte or satin finishes. (www.wayfair.com ) all about home/may 2016 19 page
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healthy eating by Stephanie Shaw
I'm passionate about fresh, clean food. In 2013 I decided to eliminate meat from my diet. I have a husband and three boys, and only one of the four decided to join me, so I had to figure out how not to make two meals every night.
So, I cook recipes like you see here and add a chicken breast or fresh salmon for the meat eaters. Everyone is satisfied. Eliminating meat has decreased my blood sugar levels and cholesterol.
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INGREDIENTS: • 32 Oz. Vegetable Stock • 16 Oz. Vegetable Broth • 1 Tablespoon Lemongrass • 1 Teaspoon Sriracha • 1 Teaspoon Hoisin • 4 Star Anise Buds • 2 1/2 Cup Mushroom Blend (baby bella, shitake, oyster) • 1 1/2 Teaspoon Sliced Ginger • 6 Oz. Pad Thai Noodles PREPARATION: • Mix first eight ingredients in large pot. • Simmer on low heat for 45 minutes. • Remove anise pods. In a separate pot cook noodles as directed. Add cooked noodles to soup. Add your favorite toppings to individual bowls. 22 | all about home/may 2016 page
Photography and recipes by Stephanie Shaw www.leighandollieinteriors.com
INGREDIENTS • 2 Cups Packed Kale • 2 Teaspoons EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive Oil) • 2 Cups Shiitake Mushrooms • 2 Tablespoons Sun Dried Tomatoes (packed in herbs and olive oil) • 2 Pinches of Pink Sea Salt • 1/2 Teaspoon Spanish Paprika • 5 Whole Eggs • 5 Egg Whites • Optional: broccoli sprouts and goat cheese
KALE & MUSHROOM EGG BAKE
PREPARATION: • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. • Place EVOO in a sautée pan, add kale, mushrooms, tomatoes, sea salt, and paprika for approximately three to four minutes until the kale and mushrooms are slightly wilted. Allow the vegetables to cool for approximately four to five minutes. • Place the mixture in a separate bowl and add your eggs. You want to make sure the eggs don't cook before you place them in the oven so make sure your vegetables are cool. • Spray muffin pan with a light cooking spray. Place the egg mixture evenly in a muffin pan; you should be able to make 12 egg cups. • Bake for 15 minutes. If you want to add sprouts and cheese do it as soon as you remove them from the oven so the cheese can melt. Let the egg cups cool. • You can serve after they have cooled or store them in an air tight container for up to two days. • To Reheat: Loosely wrap in a lightly damp paper towel and place in microwave for 10 seconds. If you need to warm them more, do it in five second increments.
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What’s in the box? TALI ARBEL
AP Technology Writer
WHAT’S A SET-TOP BOX? Early on, cable boxes were little more than descramblers intended to block channels you hadn’t paid for. Although they still serve that purpose, they’ve evolved into mini-entertainment centers that can record and play back programs, handle video on demand and even tempt you with non-TV distractions. Comcast, for example, recently added video games. Most TV subscribers today lease boxes from their TV service provider. A study released last year by Sens. Edward Markey and Richard Blumenthal, Democrats on a Senate subcommittee that oversees technology and communications, found that the average household spends about $231 a year on box rental fees. Although some boxes can integrate Netflix, most people need a separate device to watch online video. WHAT DOES THE GOVERNMENT WANT TO DO? The FCC wants to give you more options for buying boxes and using different TV-watching software, much the way you can currently buy your own phone or modem.
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The tech companies and regulators arrayed behind this effort claim you’ll see lower prices, more choices and technological advances as a result. The new rules would force TV suppliers — companies like Comcast, DirecTV and Verizon Fios — to make available video and channel information to outside companies like Google, Apple and TiVo. They’d have to provide this data in a format set by an “open standards body,” which the FCC says could include consumer-technology makers, cable companies, content companies, apps developers and consumer-interest groups. HAVE THERE BEEN EFFORTS TO “UNLOCK THE BOX” BEFORE? Yes, but they didn’t work. About 12 years ago, cable operators rolled out CableCards — high-tech cards you could stick in TVs or boxes sold by others, like TiVo, to negate the need for a cable box. But cable companies initially had to install them for customers and had no incentive to make sure they were easy to get and activate, says John Bergmayer, an attorney at the public-interest group Public Knowledge, which supports the government’s cable-box initiative. A cable-industry vision from 2008, dubbed tru2way, also failed. The cable industry designed software for TVs that let them deliver cable without a box. But the technology didn’t ap-
peal to consumer-electronics companies and fizzled out, Bergmayer says. BENEFITS FOR VIEWERS With a device like an Apple TV, you could, theoretically, get all your video in one place: live cable channels, Netflix, HBO’s app, YouTube. And the device would keep working even if you switched, say, from cable to satellite TV. You could also see better search capabilities. New gadgets might let you do a single search for both TV channels and online services, which could help you find niche online video that cable companies don’t carry. TiVo already offers such a feature, but you still need a CableCard or a box from a cable company that has partnered with TiVo. Change is coming no matter what the FCC does, says Alan Wolk, an analyst with the Diffusion Group, a TV and media research firm. Cable companies already have apps that let you watch TV on phones and tablets, and newer Internet-only offerings deliver channels through a streaming-TV gadget rather than a set-top box. WHY ARE CABLE AND ENTERTAINMENT COMPANIES RESISTING? Besides losing fees from renting boxes, the cable industry doesn’t want some intermediary in charge of video its customers get.
For example, a box designed by Apple might make it just as easy to get video from Netflix, such that customers might question the need to pay for channels or cable’s video-on-demand offerings. Cable companies now pay — and charge you — billions of dollars a year to carry these channels and programs. Cable companies also worry that they wouldn’t be able to help customers with technological issues and that new ads could interfere with the viewing experience. FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler has said that the rules would prohibit extra advertising, but he didn’t offer details. Some TV executives worry that instead of buying regular commercials on their channels, advertisers might migrate to targeted-ad opportunities if, say, Google builds a box. The TV executives also have raised concerns that tech companies could use data on your viewing habits in ways cable companies aren’t allowed to. Most subscribers today take a full-fledged bundle of hundreds of channels that can cost $70 or more a month. An analysis by bond-ratings agency Moody’s says new settop boxes, if successful with consumers, could pressure cable companies to deliver smaller, cheaper packages. More choice might be good for you — but maybe not for companies dependent on your monthly bills.
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Think all your slow cooker is good for is cranking out pots of chili and beef stew? Think again! This versatile kitchen workhorse can be put to use for all manner of things you probably never realized. So we’ve gathered seven of our favorite slow cooker hacks to help you get the hang of making the most of yours. • FRUIT SAUCE: Combine 3 pounds of cored and sliced apples (or other fruit) with 1/2 cup matching fruit juice, a pinch of salt and 2 tablespoons butter. Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or low for 6 to 8 hours. Puree or process with a blender, immersion blender or food processor to your desired level of smoothness. Optionally, stir in 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg or 1 tablespoon vanilla extract or cognac. Serve over pancakes, waffles, ice cream or oatmeal.
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• COBBLER: Combine 2 pounds frozen peaches or mangoes with 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground dry ginger, 1 tablespoon cornstarch and a pinch of salt. Top with canned or homemade biscuit dough and cook for 2 to 3 hours on high or 4 to 6 hours on low. • MULLED CIDER OR WINE: Combine 1 gallon apple cider or 3 bottles of red wine with 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup lemon juice, the zest of 1 orange peeled into long strips with a vegetable peeler, 4 cinnamon sticks, 1 tablespoon cloves, 1inch chunk of fresh ginger, sliced, and 1 teaspoon whole allspice. Cook for 1 to 2 hours on high or 3 to 4 hours on low. • HOT CHOCOLATE: Combine 1/2 gallon whole milk, 2 cups heavy cream, 12 ounces each of milk chocolate chips and dark chocolate chips, and a vanilla bean, split and scraped. Cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or on high for 1 to 2 hours, stirring once or twice to mix the melted chocolate thoroughly with the milk and cream.
• CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER SNACK MIX: Combine 4 cups Corn Chex cereal, 4 cups Cheerios, 2 cups miniature pretzels and 2 cups peanuts with 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 cup smooth peanut butter. Cook on low for 3 hours, stirring 1 to 2 times per hour. Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with powdered sugar. • OATMEAL: Combine 2 cups water, 2 cups milk, 1 cup steel-cut oats and a pinch of salt in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours. Add fruit, spices, brown sugar or maple syrup as desired. • COCONUT RICE PUDDING: Combine a 15-ounce can coconut milk with 2 cups water, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, a pinch of salt and 1 cup short-grain white rice. Cook on low for 3 to 4 hours.
Alison Ladman is a chef, food writer and recipe developer for The Associated Press. She also owns The Crust and Crumb Baking Company in Concord, New Hampshire.
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“No matter how long the winter – spring is sure to follow” - old proverb • In one study women over 50 who worked in their gardens at least once a week had higher bone density, than those who walked, swam or did aerobics. • Workers with a view of natural elements, such as trees and flowers, experience less job pressure, were more satisfied with their jobs and reported fewer ailments and headaches than those who either had no outside view or could only see built elements from their windows. Source – Kaplan 1988 “Coping with Daily Hassles”
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