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Less Is More Carefully read recipe directions and descriptions of how the dough will look. For the right texture, your dough may need to be on the sticky side and your recipe will note that. Use the least amount of flour possible to allow you to knead the dough, and use your bench scraper to help lift and fold the dough. The Consistency of Doughs BHG bread recipes include descriptions for the dough (or batter)—soft, smooth, ragged, sticky, lumpy—to help you under stand how it will look and feel....

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When seeking a new space heater, you’ll want to ensure you have a smooth, flat surface on which to place it. You’ll also need high-wattage capacity and a relatively small footprint. Enter: This 22.76-inch tall space heater that can heat medium-sized rooms up to 150 square feet. The Lasko Oscillating Digital Ceramic Tower Space Heater is a convenient tower model that oscillates during use to effectively heat your entire space....

Below, Mallory Micetich, home care expert at Angi, explains what types of wood perform best in high-moisture areas and whether hardwood really can work with condensation. Unfortunately, not all the news is good, though we have plenty of ways for you to make good on your bathroom vision. Here’s everything you should know before installing wood floors in your bathroom. Advantages of Wood Flooring Often, homeowners are drawn to wood flooring for its warm and cozy look....

Thankfully, she doesn’t have to. The storage-rich, well-appointed kitchen in the new Dallas home she shares with husband Jeff abounds with cabinets: upper cabinets, lower cabinets, even cabinets disguised to look like they’re part of the furniture-style island. Heidi has plenty of room to store everything she needs for her favorite pastime: entertaining oodles of friends and family, including the couple’s four grown children. While Heidi cooks, she can interact with the kids, who love to perch at the island (and charge their phones at cleverly hidden outlets)....

Keep the top of your pumpkin intact (and the German shepherd’s face in the spotlight) by cleaning out your pumpkin from the bottom. Then, cut a circle in the base of the pumpkin and use an ice cream scoop to clear out all the seeds and stringy bits. As a bonus, you can create a flat platform for an interior candle by leveling the cut pumpkin circle with a knife....

As a columnist, Helen has collaborated with online publications, like Les Petits Gazette. She’s also been a writer and film reviewer for the Special Broadcasting Service in Australia. Helen graduated from the San Diego State University, majoring in communications and political science. Prior, she studied international studies at the University of Technology, Sydney, and attended The University of New South Wales for business certifications and technology. Related Video

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Choose bricks that will survive well in continually wet conditions. Common brick may not be strong enough. Be prepared to give your material supplier the length and height of the wall you plan to build. If the bricks have holes in them, purchase special cap bricks for the top course. Arrange to have the bricks resting on a strong pallet near the job site. Make a story pole—a length of 1x2 with evenly spaced lines marking the height of each course of bricks....

All parts of moss rose are toxic to dogs and cats, so don’t plant them near areas frequented by pets. Where to Plant Moss Rose Moss rose is an extremely easy plant to grow. It is an annual in USDA zones 3-9 but can be grown as a perennial in zones 10 and 11. The biggest thing to consider when planting moss rose is location. Moss rose hates wet areas, and one of the few ways to kill this plant is by overwatering....

To Prep Green Onions Avoid slimy green onions and keep food safe using these tips to prep your green onions before cutting and adding to recipes. Rinse onions under cool tap water and remove any wilted or damaged tops or slimy skins on the white parts. Lay several green onions on a cutting surface. Using a chef’s knife ($90 Bed Bath & Beyond), trim off the stringy root ends by slicing about ¼ inch above the roots....

How to Clean a Bathroom Sink For an easy bathroom cleaning trick, let your cleaning water do the work. What You Need Hot waterDish detergentWhite vinegar (optional)Cleaning clothsBathroom surface cleaner (optional)Disinfectant spray Step 1: Fill the Sink and Add Cleaning Solution Fill your sink with a few inches of hot water and add some dish detergent, or a cup or two of white vinegar. Step 2: Scrub the Sink and Countertop Rub the mixture around the faucet....

Before you start slicing apples for pie, start with the right apple. Certain varieties, such as Braeburn, Golden Delicious, Jonagold (sweet), Cortland, Granny Smith, and Jonathan (tart), hold up best during cooking. (Want to make sure you choose the best apples for your pie? Learn about the different types of apples here.) Once you’ve got your fresh apples ready, proceed with the following steps for the easiest way to peel apples for your favorite apple pie recipe....

How to Defrost Turkey in the Fridge This is the best and safest way to defrost any poultry, meat, or fish. It’s also totally hands-off: You just need to plan a few days ahead to be sure to allow enough time for the bird to fully thaw. Never thaw at room temperature. To thaw your turkey in the refrigerator: Keep turkey in its original packaging.Place turkey in a large baking dish with sides to catch any juices that may leak out as the turkey thaws....

How to Grow Water Lilies You don’t necessarily need a pond for growing water lilies; they’ll also thrive in a big tub like a stock tank on your patio. They grow from tubers planted in pots beneath the water and send up stems with rounded leaves and star-shaped blossoms that float on the surface. Water lilies bloom in a variety of colors including pink, white, yellow, and red. A good choice for beginners, hardy lilies are dependable and easy to plant....

You can also use flat, finishing pavers on top of the regular pavers for a sleek, professional look. Adhere them to the top row as you did on the rows below. Related Video

Here’s how to do this simple project and care for it, so it lasts all season (and even longer). What You Need Pumpkin (a pumpkin that’s flatter on top works best)Spray adhesiveSphagnum mossClear gel crafts glue or hot-glue gun and glue sticksVariety of small succulents, especially orange, yellow, or red types How to Do It Step 1: Coat with Adhesive Start by applying a spray adhesive ($13, The Home Depot) to the top of your pumpkin....

6 Steps to Making Stuffed Burgers Step 1: Make the Perfect Meat Mixture for Stuffed Hamburgers Most stuffed burger recipes start with ground meat and a handful of seasonings. There’s also usually an egg involved—this helps bind the meat, so the stuffed hamburgers don’t fall apart during cooking. This basic recipe for stuffed hamburger patties serves four. To make the meat patties, start by mixing the following ingredients: 1 egg, lightly beaten¼ cup chopped onion2 Tbsp ketchup½ teaspoon garlic salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper...

While very similar in appearance, the hardy and the annual gazania have a few differences. Most common gazanias are annual varieties and tend to boast bigger blooms, brighter colors, and slightly larger foliage with silvery-white undersides. They also bloom more often and for a longer time. Perennial varieties, on the other hand, are simpler in color—blooms, which only show in the summer, are typically a solid color with minimal markings....

These stately towers of flowers bloom for a long stretch of summer, from June to August. The big blossoms start at the rosette foliage at the base, slowly working their way up the stalk and unfurling a little at a time. Once fully grown, the flowers may open simultaneously to create beautiful columns of color, ranging from yellow to pink to white. Where to Plant Hollyhock Pick a full-sun spot—one with at least six hours of sunlight per day—with a natural wind barrier, such as a fence, building, or larger plantings, to keep your hollyhock from bending over....