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Here, you’ll find an array of easy pies to make that require little to no work. In fact, in the case of our No-Bake Pumpkin Pie, you won’t even need to turn on the oven, which just means you’ll have more time to focus on the main course. Keep reading for an easy coconut-cashew pie, a simple Key lime pie recipe, and more.
Some of my go-to items are storage solutions, including my favorite glass meal prep containers and Stasher’s reusable silicone bags, as well as time-saving appliances and cookware like the Dash Rapid Egg Cooker and this microwavable cookware from Anyday. And I highly recommend freezing extra portions of comfort food in Souper Cubes to save for those rainy days when you don’t feel like cooking—the silicone molds are absolutely worth the hype....
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Whether you’re shopping for fresh sheet sets or ultra-comfy mattresses, this list has it all with discounts up to 75 percent off. We’re talking best-selling bedding with thousands of five-star ratings like this Lush Decor five-piece set that comes with all you need to outfit your bed. You can also shop this Laura Ashley Home flannel sheet set that’s perfect for winter starting at just $35. It’s breathable and cozy with a soft brush finish that’ll feel great when you’re all tucked in....
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You can enjoy avocado on nearly anything, though it’s particularly popular in rice bowls and on sandwiches (don’t worry, we’ve got recipes for both). Take a look through our collection of easy avocado recipes, and you’ll find plenty of ideas that scratch that avocado itch without limiting you to breakfast foods or guacamole toppings. Finding the right recipe for your beloved avocados is a thousand times easier than figuring out how to slow avocado ripening, we promise....
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Storing your shoes properly will keep them in better shape for the long term and save you a headache in the short term. “If your shoes are scattered in a pile by the door, you won’t be able to find what you need,” says Brittany Daley of Perfect Fit Organizing in Charlotte, N.C. And by trying out a couple different configurations, you can figure out the best system for you and your household....
However much you like the process of cooking (and/or the final result), you’d likely be happy to cut down on the time it all takes, especially if you’re cooking for the whole household every night. These smart kitchen hacks from Real Simple food editors do just that: They cut down on the unnecessary steps of food prep, so you can cook faster—and start eating sooner—without missing out on any of the joys of chopping and stirring....
“Glutes help to control the axis point of the body: our hips,” explains Jennifer Esquer, PT, DPT, a physical therapist, influencer, and creator of The Mobility Method and The Optimal Body. “To move better through our hips, we need strong, active glutes.” Because this set of muscles is so structurally essential, weak glutes—most commonly resulting from inactivity, poor posture, and sitting for prolonged periods without breaks—can be detrimental for several reasons....
Be Patient and Cautious When you are notified that you’ll be receiving an inheritance, you must understand that you’re probably not going to receive a check that week. “The process to receive an inheritance can be slow and tortuous,” says Patrick Hicks, an estate planning attorney in California and head of legal at Trust & Will. “It may take months or years, and you may not receive exactly what you expect....
Appliance Warranty ExtensionsDepends on the item. For major appliances that you want to keep for more than 10 years and that cost more than $500, like refrigerators and washing machines, it makes sense, says Angie Hicks, cofounder of Angie’s List, a site that provides reviews of and info about consumer services. Skip it for TVs and other electronics whose technology changes so quickly you’d probably end up replacing instead of repairing....
Reader question: What is the best type of moisturizer for combination skin? - @ebcookieco Greetings from a fellow combination skin-sufferer! All skin comes with its own set of challenges, but combination skin is arguably the most difficult to manage. When your skin is either dry or oily, taking care of it is a pretty straightforward process. But when you can’t use a hydrating night mask or clarifying cleanser without offending a certain portion of your face, things get more complicated....
That’s why we rounded up a list of long-lasting, waterproof mascaras so good they’ll withstand just about anything. Whether you’re headed to a sweaty Pilates session, got caught in an unpredicted downpour, or just need to get a good cry on, a couple coats of these winning formulas will ensure that your lashes stay perfectly curled and coated through it all. Just one thing: you might want to invest in a super high-quality makeup remover to get it all off....
“The mind is constantly wandering—that’s what it’s meant to do, and that means it’s working. But it also means we’re often stuck in the future or past, and not right here, right now, in this moment,” says Erin Margolis, PsyD, a licensed clinical psychologist with Thrive Psychology Group in Southern California and a certified mindfulness teacher. Bringing awareness to what we’re doing in the present (and how we’re doing it) in a purposeful and nonjudgmental way is at the heart of the practice of mindfulness....
