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Food 7

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Celebrity chef Ingrid Hoffman shares some heart-healthy recipes to fire up on your grill.

If your HVAC system is more than 10 years old, you should seriously consider replacing it with a new energy-efficient system.

FEATURES 3 Fall Checklist Simple things to get ready for fall and winter

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Cleaner Air UV lights kill germs to fight colds and allergies

9 Maintaining Your System Regular maintenance on your HVAC system is a must to stay comfortable and avoid costly repairs..

10 Ducts in a Row Leaky duct work is the biggest loss of energy in your home. Why you should have it checked,.

Fall Fun 14 Outdoor kitchens are one of the most popular home improvement projects. See why..

11 Home Generators and more Tips about financing your new system and keeping your family safe by never losing power.

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FALL CHECKLIST Whether you live in Florida or Maine, there are a few things you should do to prepare for fall.

CHECK YOUR SYSTEM Look for leaves and other airflow impairments within 2 feet of your system.

SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE Call your Rheem dealer and get your system checked out.

Rheem dealers can work any nearly any brand and are highly trained and trusted.

CHANGE FILTERS Dirty filters are the #1 reason HVAC systems loose efficiency. Invest in decent filters to purify your home’s air and protect your system.

BE MORE EFFICIENT Check your windows, doors and other places air can escape and caulk or weatherstrip them to reduce drafts.

STAY MORE COMFORTABLE If you haven’t installed smart thermostat, such as a Rheem EcoNet, don’t keep putting it off. DO IT NOW!

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HI,

A note from Smith Heating.

Who knows what this winter will bring.

If you need a trusted HVAC company, I hope you’ll call us.

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ome generators are becoming increasing popular and necessary as our weather gets more extreme.

It detects a power outage and kick on with only a few seconds of lost power.

The most important thing is getting the right generator for the energy needs of your During the last few years we’ve home. That’s where we come in. Smith Heating is South seen a substantial up-tick Cleveland’s experts in home with many of our customers generators and we carry the requesting information Rheem brand, which are the and installation of home best in the business. generators.

These aren’t think clunking portable generators that fill the air with gas fumes and can only run a couple of appliances. Home generators supply power to your entire house quietly and efficiently.

We of course also handle any other type of heating issues this winter, whether it’s a routine maintenance visit or the replacement of your furnace or full HVAC system.

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WELLNESS

STAY HEALTHY

DON’T BE LEFT WITH A COLD Because today’s home are nearly air-tight, it’s important to have a superior filtration system.

UV lights are affordable and can be installed in new or current HVAC systems.

Your current or new HVAC system can help reduce bacteria in the air and the allergens that grow inside your HVAC system. By using UV lamps, particles and germs are destroyed and prevented from being recirculated to the air in your home.

An Ultra-violet light can now be installed

BREATHE CLEAN The air inside your home might be the most polluted air you breathe all day.

EPA studies show that even in the smoggiest cities, the air inside most Right At Home is usually at least ten times more polluted than the air outside.

dust mites and damp areas where standing water can breed mold, mildew and other microbes.

Reasons include Radon and carbon dioxide, as well as chemicals like formaldehyde used in making modern carpeting, drapery, and household cleaners.

These can lead to eye irritation, sinus congestion, sneezing, runny nose, stuffiness, colds, flu, headaches, dizziness, outbreaks of allergies and asthma, sore throats, and various other respiratory ailments.

Add to this common airborne pollutants such as pollen, viruses, dust and

So serious and prevalent is this issue that environmentalists have coined a term

in most existing central HVAC systems and is a must for new system installation. This is definitely NOT a DIY project due the danger to electrical shock.

For cleaner air, trust an Ultraviolet Treatment System from Rheem.

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for it—IAQ or Indoor Air Quality. Today’s homeowners need to become more aware of the importance of IAQ and what they can do about it.

Your Rheem contractor can show you solutions from better filters to installing ultraviolet (UV) lights on nearly any central HVAC system.

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FOOD RIGHT AT HOME

COOK IT! About the chef Ingrid Hoffmann (www.ingridhoffmann. com), professional eater and host of Simply Delicioso (Cooking Channel) and Delicioso (Univision), is passionate about food and entertaining and spends each day sharing her enthusiasm and talent with an international audience.

Heart-Healthy Grilling Celebrity chef Ingrid Hoffmann shares heart-healthy tips for grilling.

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She writes a monthly column in Delta Sky Magazine and appears weekly on the #1 Spanish language morning show Despierta America.

Ingrid has also made appearances on Ellen, Oprah, Martha Stewart, Regis & Kelly, The Today Show, The Early Show, and Good Morning America.

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FOOD

TIP Use an oil with a neutral taste, such as corn oil, that won’t interfere with the natural flavors of your favorite foods and ingredients. Additionally, corn oil’s high smoke point makes it perfect for a variety of cooking styles, including stir-frying, sautéing, grilling and even baking. See recipes on pages 10 -11.

Grilled Asian Salmon Teriyaki

Pineapple-Chicken Skewers with Passion Fruit Glaze

Southwest Chicken Cobb Salad with Chipotle Vinaigrette

Peruvian Anticuchos Beef Skewers

A quick and easy 25-minute meal that will get your family loving this sweet and spicy Asian dish.

Mexican chipotle pepper really give a great kick to this healthy main dish. Great for lunch or a light dinner.

You’ll get a passion for passion fruit once you taste these easy and fun kabobs.

Start the day before and marinate overnight. These are definitely worth the wait. Serve with rice and a salad.

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MONEY

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TIME FOR A NEW HEAT PUMP?

Investing in a heat pump with better technology and efficiency will save you hundreds of dollars every year.

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f you live in an area where mild winters are the norm, a heat pump just might be for you.

Heat pumps are the most efficient form of electric heating in moderate climates.

too. In a way, if you know how an air conditioner works, then you already know a lot about how a heat pump works. This is because heat pumps and air conditioners operate in a very similar way.

like hot summer days or cold nights.

Because they move heat rather than generate heat, heat pumps can provide equivalent space conditioning at as little as one quarter of the cost of operating conventional heating or cooling appliances.

The most efficient heat pump options feature two stages of operation. For most two-stage designs, the heat pump will primarily operate on a “low” setting, which can keep the home comfortable while reducing energy consumption.

When it’s necessary, the system will then kick into a “high” setting, but it reserves this for peak weather conditions

They also are more environmentally friendly. Heat pumps can create oneand-a-half to three times more heat energy than they consume.

Heat pumps are typically used to pull heat out of the air to heat a home, but they can be reversed to cool a home

Another consideration that heat pumps work efficiently year-round. One investment can help you reduce your heating and cooling bills.

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SMART HOME

Regular maintenance of your heating and cooling system is generally about $100 that can save you thousands on the long run.

CATCH PROBLEMS EARLY You won’t think about going two or three years without havings maintenance on your car. Well, your HVAC system needs expert care too.

Semi-Annual Maintenance Rheem HVAC contractors offer important seasonal HVAC tune-ups. In southern states it may be another check of your A/C system, while in the north, a furnace inspection is a must before a long, cold winter.

There are many different types of heating

and cooling systems and each one has different needs. However, there are some basic inspections and tests that should be done twice annually no matter what type of system you have.

• Make sure the technician first checks your indoor air filters to ensure proper air flow (this is the most common problem for heating and cooling issues)

Write a list of any problems, strange noises or general questions. It’s easy to forget issues when you’re talking with your service technician.

• The system should be run through its full cycle and power on and off

Other tips to get the most out of your inspection:

• They should check the connections and duct work for leaks

• Air flow and temperature should be measured

• If you have an inside unit, make sure nothing is blocking the air intake • Connections and wiring should be checked on electric heaters Dirty and clogged filters are one of the main reasons your HVAC system works harder to heat or cool your home, putting greater strain on the motor and contributing to breakdowns.

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RECIPES

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Pineapple-Chicken Skewers with Passion Fruit Glaze

Grilled Asian Salmon Teriyaki

Yield: 8 servings Prep time: 20 minutes

Yield: 4 servings Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes

Chill time: At least 4 hours • 1/2 cup corn oil • 4 (3-inch) sprigs rosemary • 5 (3-inch) sprigs oregano • 4 garlic cloves, crushed and peeled • Kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper • 2 lbs boneless, chicken breast, cut into 24 2-inch pieces • 1 large red bell pepper cut into 24 1-inch pieces • 1 medium red onion, cut into 24 1-inch pieces • 2/3 peeled and cored pineapple, cut into 24 1-inch pieces 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated into cups (for serving) Passion Fruit Glaze: • 1/2 cup passion fruit nectar • 2 tablespoons ketchup • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice • 1 tablespoon soy sauce • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey • Kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper To prepare chicken, combine corn oil, rosemary, oregano and garlic in large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Add chicken and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate, for at least 4 hours or overnight, occasionally turning chicken.

To prepare glaze, process passion fruit nectar, ketchup, lime juice, soy sauce and honey until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Blend until well combined. Pour into small bowl.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Remove chicken from marinade, discarding marinade.

Alternately thread 3 pieces chicken, 3 pieces bell pepper, 3 pieces red onion and 3 pieces pineapple on each skewer.

Reserve half of the passion fruit glaze and set aside. Brush skewers evenly with the remaining glaze. Grill kabobs, covered with grill lid, for 10 to 12 minutes or until chicken is done.

Serve skewers on a bed of lettuce leaves. Brush with the reserved passion fruit glaze and serve remaining sauce on the side.

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1/2 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup pineapple juice 3 tablespoons corn oil 1 tablespoon ground ginger 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 1/2 pounds (4 pieces) fresh salmon fillets

Combine soy sauce, pineapple juice, oil, ginger and garlic in shallow dish. Reserve 1/2 cup for later use. Add salmon, turning to coat; cover and let stand 15 minutes. Remove salmon from marinade and discard any remaining marinade.

Grill over medium heat, turning once (about 5 minutes on each side) until salmon flakes easily with fork.

While salmon is cooking, transfer reserved 1/2 cup marinade to small saucepan. Bring to boil over medium-high heat; boil until reduced.

Serve salmon fillets drizzled with reduced marinade.

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Southwest Chicken Cobb Salad with Chipotle Vinaigrette Yield: 8-10 servings Prep time: 30 minutes Creamy Chipotle Vinaigrette: • 1/3 cup corn oil • 2 cloves garlic • 2 teaspoons canned chipotle in adobo sauce • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon sugar • 1/4 cup half and half • 1/4 cup cilantro Salad: • 8 cups bite-size mixed salad greens • 2 cups sliced, grilled chicken • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 2-inch strips • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed • 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions • 4 hard boiled eggs, quartered lengthwise • 2 small avocados, sliced • 1/4 cup red onion slivers • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise • 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Mexican style cheese Combine vinaigrette ingredients in blender or food processor. Puree until smooth. Refrigerate dressing until ready to serve.

Arrange lettuce on large serving platter or individual plates. Arrange each salad ingredient in horizontal or diagonal rows across top of lettuce. Garnish with cheese and serve with vinaigrette or toss salad with vinaigrette just prior to serving.

Recipe note: Substitute grilled hanger steak slices or shrimp in place of chicken.

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Peruvian Anticuchos Beef Skewers Serves: 8-10 Prep time: Overnight • • • • • • • • •

¼ cup mild ají panca paste ¼ cup distilled white vinegar 12 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2½ pounds sirloin steak, cut into 2 x 1-inch cubes 10 metal grilling skewers, or use bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes, drained • nonstick olive oil cooking spray Mix the ají panca paste, vinegar, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.

Put the beef in a large zip-tight plastic bag and pour in the vinegar mixture. Squeeze out the air and close the bag.

Refrigerate, turning occasionally, for at least 8 hours and up to 16 hours. (Or, if you are pressed for time, marinate the beef at room temperature for 1 hour.)

Prepare an outdoor grill or preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.

Thread equal amounts of the beef onto the skewers.

Spray the skewers with cooking spray.

If grilling, brush the grill grates clean. If using a grill pan, you will have to grill the skewers in batches. Grill or pangrill the skewers, turning occasionally, until browned, about 8 minutes for medium rare. Transfer to a platter and serve immediately.

Ají panca peppers are available at many Latin American grocery stores.

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MONEY

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Saving Green The Rheem Consumer CashBack offer means instant savings on a new HVAC system. Ends Nov. 15th

By combining the new Rheem Instant Consumer CashBack instant money back program with any available rebates from local utility companies, homeowners could save hundreds of dollars on a new heating and cooling system.

Rheem is offering up to $1,200 in hassle-free money back on qualifying systems. Getting the rebate is simple: there is no paperwork for the homeowner to fill out. Everything is submitted online by your Rheem contractor. At the time of the sale, the home owner’s rebate will be subtracted from the purchase price.

The extra savings provided by the Rheem Consumer CashBack program gives homeowners the opportunity to upgrade to high-efficiency HVAC systems for little or no additional money.

The Rheem offer is good through Nov. 15th, 2015 so don’t wait!

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FIND REBATES Start by reviewing the Database of State Incentives for Renewable EnergyTM (www.dsireusa.org).

This comprehensive website gives an

overview of a number of savings opportunities for all 50 states and U.S. territories. Check with your local utility providers.

The Rheem website

(www.rheemac.com) also gives helpful information on any state or federal tax credits as well as its Consumer CashBack program.

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Home Power Homeowners are turning to powerful generators

500,000 American households lose their power every day Installation of home generations, the kind that power your entire home during power outages, is skyrocketing in the U.S. These are not the gas-spewing portable generators. These run quietly and are wired to the electrical system in your home.

Homeowners are installing these power systems in new and existing homes.

Home generators detect power outages and kick on automatically in just a few seconds. When power is restored, they turn back off. They can run anything from a refrigerator to your A/C

and furnace.

This is certainly not a DIY project. Make sure your system is installed by a professional.

Rheem sells top-of-theline generators and your local Rheem contractor may be able to install it for you or recommend someone.

SMART MONEY Two-thirds of new HVAC systems are financed.

Many times through their own cost savings.

Watts vs.

Kilowatts

Portable generators you see at home improvement stores are 300 or 600 watts. Standby, or whole house, generators are measured in kilowatts or “kW.” In short, one kW equals 1,000 watts. So, when we’re rating the sizes below, a 60 kW generators puts out 60,000 watts.

The majority of homeowners finance their new HVAC unit. And by offsetting the monthly payment with the energy savings, financing a new air-conditioning or heating system can be a lot less expensive than most people think.

New system are 30% to 40% more efficient. If the cost to finance a new HVAC system is $120 a month, that system could save you $60 or more, basically making half the monthly payment.

With those savings and the lack of repairs, you may be able to recover your investment in about 5-7 years.

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Fall Living Extend your home outside Summer can to too hot to entertain outdoors.

The fall and even winter months are perfect time to move the party outside.

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ccording to a 2014 survey of residential landscape architects by the American Society of Landscape Architects, one of the most popular features to fill that space is the outdoor kitchen.

“Outdoor kitchens expand a homeowner’s opportunities to gather together with family and friends,” said Maria Stapperfenne, certified kitchen designer, certified bath designer and 2015 president of the National Kitchen & Bath Association. “However, just like indoor kitchens, outdoor kitchens must be designed thoughtfully.”

Fall and winter are great times to use design and use your outdoor kitchen

for entertaining. Even outside the mild souther states, portable fire pits and outdoor propane heaters can extend the use of your patio well into the winter months.

Zoning it out Maximum enjoyment also comes when everything else is in its proper place, or zone. There are four zones in an outdoor kitchen - wet, cold, hot and dry. Faulk said getting these in the right combination makes prepping food, cooking and cleaning much easier.

“Keep the cold zone next to the wet zone. This makes it easier to move things from the cold zone refrigerator to the wet zone sink to wash them off

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and get them ready for the grill in the hot zone,” he added.

Zones are especially important when a pool is nearby. “Keep the cold zone nearest to the pool,” said Faulk. “It will keep kids who want a cold drink from running past a hot grill.”

A key to proper zoning is counter space. Grills should have a minimum of 24 inches of uninterrupted space to one side and 12 inches to the other. This gives the cook nearby room to place platters, cooking utensils and more.

If there’s not room for that amount of counter space, “incorporate an open-shelf cabinet below. You get additional ‘counter space’ by being able to put things on shelves,” said Kelly.

An outdoor kitchen is a long-term investment that will enhance a home. With the right planning behind it, homeowners and their guests can enjoy it for many years.

Garden furniture The days of wrought iron and picnic tables are over. Invest in weatherproof furniture with comfy cushions and colorful accessories.

Stay Warm In colder areas of the U.S., a fireplace or a portable propane heater can extend the use of your patio or deck by weeks or even months..

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