FAMILY FEATURES Break out the red, white and blue and (safely) set off your favorite fireworks – it’s time to honor America’s birthday. Along with all the booms and blasts, make sure your crowd is sat...

FAMILY FEATURES From putting a family meal on the table after activities to hosting a large crowd at your next get-together, a seasonal favorite like Caesar salad can serve as the perfect canvas for c...

The recent heat wave sent me scrambling for meals that didn’t require a lot of cooking time. It was even too hot to grill outside, so quick stove-top meals have been the order of the day. Enter Egg Ro...

At a recent family gathering, three different people brought a big bowl of my mother’s sauerkraut salad. Long after my mother, Frances Ida Busch, has gone on to that big kitchen in the sky, her salad ...

Grocery shopping can feel like a constant battle between convenience and cost-effectiveness. The rapid inflation of the last few years has only made things worse, but you are likely making mistakes at...

FAMILY FEATURES Among the many staples of a summer gathering, lighting the grill and enjoying freshcooked fare is what makes those moments so special. Bring together your nearest and dearest with favo...

Dip Up a Good Time Whether your summer days include planning extravagant meals or your on-the-go lifestyle calls for quick and easy recipes, simple snacks can fit a wide variety of menus. Dips are a p...

Savor a Bite of Steak A hearty flavor profile and perfectly prepared, high-quality meat can make a summer meal truly spectacular, especially when paired with fresh veggies in a protein-packed sandwich...

Go for Satisfying Summer Greens Many summer meals start with a simple yet satisfying appetizer: salad. This year, make sure you set the table with a bright, delightful bowl of greens that sets the ton...

Family Features After a full day at the park or swimming pool, summer fun calls for some refueling. All that sun is sure to exhaust busy families, leaving little time for complicated snacks. Skip the ...

Family Features Put delicious desserts back on the menu all summer long with savory favorites that don’t call for wasting sunny days in the kitchen. Single- serve solutions are perfect for sharing wit...

Peanuts are generally grown in southern climes. Most come from China, India, Nigeria and the southern U.S., which all fall squarely in climates in or similar to USDA hardiness zones 8-11. Which is to ...

By KATHY MCCORMACK AND NICK PERRY Associated Press TUFTONBORO, N.H. (AP) — With summer about to start, many people flocking to their favorite swimming holes may also want to read up on bacteria warnin...

5 pet-friendly travel tips for summer trips Family Features For pet owners, cats and dogs are part of the family, which means when it’s time to head out of town this summer, the four-legged friends ge...

It’s likely you want your pets to live their best lives without sacrificing your own gorgeous spaces. With a variety of attractive options to fit your aesthetic, Beautifully Responsible resilient floo...

FAMILY FEATURES As much as you love your pets and work hard to make them part of the family, they’re also a big responsibility. Part of that responsibility includes setting up your home so it’s equal ...

FAMILY FEATURES In between summer adventures and hot afternoons spent poolside, you’re likely looking to combat rising temperatures with a cool, refreshing beverage. This year, quench your thirst with...

When I first met my husband more than 30 years ago, chocolate was not his favorite. He could take it or leave it. I’ve since changed his mind. But now he’s been told he needs to eliminate caffeine — a...

Pan-fried chicken cutlets are a convenient weeknight dinner, but they can be a little bland. Adding layers of flavor to each component of the dish ensures delicious results. In this recipe from our co...

In lawn care, as in politics, an extreme, black-or-white approach can be impractical and turn off the masses. But in the garden, at least, gray can be the perfect shade of green. Take, for instance, t...