The only thing difficult about quinoa is its pronunciation. Quinoa, KEEN-wah, cooks up fast and easy. Boil it in water or broth; times vary, but recipes generally suggest about 10 to 18 minutes. Then let it rest, covered off heat, 4 minutes for crunchy. Or about 7 to 10 minutes to bring the tasty seeds to a softer state; this longer heating makes the seeds fluffier but still pleasingly chewy. It’s often referred to as a grain, but it’s the fruit of a broadleaf plant, so it is a seed. Completely gluten-free, these itty-bitty orbs are a good source of non-animal protein, an important component for those on vegetarian and vegan diets. Nutrient density is great news. Generous amounts of...
Were you in Las Vegas last month for the biggest Design & Construction Week ever? If so, you probably found the Uber lines, endless flight delays and excruciatingly busy convention hall aisles painful but worth the hassle. The Vegas Loop Tesla transport between the buildings sure helped. So did the plethora of stylish sneakers that have crowded out dress shoes and heels for the unofficially official footwear of DCW. That’s a wellness trend we can all applaud. Here’s what else was trending on the show floors: Personalization showed up everywhere in bold colors, features, patterns, scents, accessibility potential and customizable elements. Pampering was also trending, with new steam showers, bathtubs and wine storage, to name a few. Appliances got bigger,...
Smooth, rich, thick, and creamy, this homemade peanut butter cheesecake recipe is an absolute dessert dream come true! [TAG1] The best peanut butter dessert Just one bite, and you will never go back to store bought cheesecake again. Blend the ingredients together, pour into a pie crust if desired, and sit back while the oven does the rest of the work for you. Bring this melt-in-your-mouth peanut butter cheesecake to share with friends, and prepare to be the most popular guest at your next party. Everyone will be asking you for the recipe! Readers also love these Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars Watch the peanut butter cheese cake recipe video above Peanut butter cheesecake ingredients Here’s what you’ll need for the recipe:...
These Consumer Reports-tested models skimp on price but not on performance Cheap dishwashers may have only very basic features, but they can still perform impressively well. By Liam McCabe and Molly Bradley It’s always smart to be cost-conscious when you’re buying a major appliance like a dishwasher, but these days there’s particularly strong incentive to choose cheap. With inflation rates still high, it’s hard to justify spending a lot on any given appliance when everything else you need is more expensive, too. For dishwashers, inflation means some of CR’s top-rated machines have moved out of reach if you’re looking to spend $500 or less — but there are still a number of strong options. Dishwashers at this price tend to come...
Whenever you’re at home feeling bored but in the mood to do something fun and interesting…. go craft something. DIY crafts are always fun and rewarding and there’s a ton of cool ideas to choose from. There are so many you’ll probably spend time choosing the perfect one. Let’s narrow it down a little. Below you can find our favorite DIY crafts and projects we think you should try. Yarn Billy Ball Bouquet Craft Fabric Flower Pillow Decor Test Tube Flower Display Mason Jar Soap Dispenser DIY Spring Napkin Rings Hexagon Terrarium Base Concrete Succulent Planter Minimalist Air Plant Stand Paper Star Accent Light Comfy Little Stool Wall Jewelry Holder Secret Bookcase Hideaway Repainted Furniture Upholstery Cork Notice Strip Wooden...