How to Clean Your Oven
Nothing is worse on Thanksgiving than opening up your oven door to place your turkey in the oven and seeing old baked-on spills and dirty oven walls. Head off this disaster by giving your oven a good cleaning before the big day. To help you with this project, here are some tips to make it […]
Quick Tip
This Thanksgiving, if you run into trouble when cooking your turkey, know that help is as close as your phone. The folks answering the phones at the Butterball Turkey-Talk Line are experts in everything turkey related. You can ask about thawing, cooking, carving, and presenting your turkey. They also have information on food safety. The […]
Top Choking Hazards
Every year, more than 250 children in the United States ages four and under choke to death on common foods and household objects. According to the American Red Cross, the top culprits include the following: Popcorn Grapes Nuts Hard candies Deflated balloon pieces Coins, pins, buttons, and other small items Small toys and toy parts • […]
Breathe Better Air at Home
When you get home at the end of a busy day, it feels good to take a nice deep breath in anticipation of a quiet evening indoors. That is what home is supposed to be; a refuge from the hectic world outside. But when you take that nice deep breath, do you ever stop to […]
Beef Stew with Roasted Vegetables
Ingredients:4 cups cubed vegetables (cut into 1/2-inch pieces), such as carrots,butternut squash, parsnips, or sweet potatoes1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 1/2 pounds boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes3/4 cup chicken broth3 bay leaves1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves1/2 teaspoon black pepper, coarse grind1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup dry red wine […]
Social Media and the Elderly
Social media is often criticized for its tendency to isolate people behind their computer screens, limiting their face-to-face, real world interactions. But for one group, Americans 65 and older, it can have a different effect. A recent Michigan State University study showed that Internet use by those of retirement age actually reduces the chances of […]
Check Your Engine
Since 1994, cars and trucks have been required to have an on-board diagnostics system to ensure proper emission-control system operation. If your vehicle shows any signs of having an emission problem, your “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon” light will glow. It is intended to inform the driver that a problem has been detected and […]
A Happy, Active Pet
Many dogs and cats spend much of their day with little to do. They sit at home, resting and waiting for their human companions to return home from work. These pets can become bored which often leads to naughty behavior. They also may not be getting the exercise they need each day. To help your […]
The Carpet Fiber of the Future?
Imagine a carpet that resists staining, fading and wear better than any other you’ve ever experienced. Now picture that carpet being soft and luxurious underfoot. If that wasn’t enough, this synthetic carpet fiber is made from a renewable, natural source. Almost sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? In the world of carpet, things […]
Pulled Pork Ya’ll
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water1/2 cup cider vinegar2 tablespoons oil1 (5 pound) boneless pork shoulder, trimmed1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon seasoned salt1 teaspoon ground black pepper1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Directions: Set a slow cooker to Low. Combine water and vinegar together in […]