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1 large fresh tomatillo, husk removed and rinsed 1 medium avocado, halved, seeded, peeled, and cut up ¼ cup chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 fresh habañero pepper or serrano pepper, seeded and minced* ¼ teaspoon salt Chipotle Crema ½ cup Mexican crema or sour cream 1 teaspoon minced canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce * Because hot chile peppers, such as habañeros, contain volatile oils that can burn your skin and eyes, avoid direct contact with chiles as much as possible....

¼ cup sugar ¼ cup creamy peanut butter ¼ cup water 3 tablespoon soy sauce 2 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 cloves garlic, minced

CURRY PASTE (choose one) Red curry paste, green curry paste, or yellow curry paste. VEGETABLES (choose one or more to equal 3 to 4 cups) Chopped eggplant; small cauliflower florets; small broccoli florets; fresh green beans; trimmed; chopped zucchini; snow peas, trimmed and halved. SERVE-ALONG (choose one) Hot cooked white jasmine rice or brown jasmine rice; cooked flat rice noodles; cooked cellophane noodles (bean threads); pita bread or naan. Shrimp Variation If desired, 1 lb....

“There is nothing better than outdoor curtains to soften a space and create an incredible ambiance for an afternoon or evening on your patio,” says Chantelle Hartman Malarkey, an interior designer, and lifestyle expert. “A set of outdoor curtains can create dreamy diffused sunlight and protect against harsh UV rays, rainstorms, or wind.” To find the best outdoor curtains, we researched a variety of picks, keeping in mind the size, material, and number of panels included....

“Sturdy, weatherproof items are the best candidates for storage in uninsulated sheds,” says Kevin Lenhart, landscape architect and design director at Yardzen. With so many shed styles to choose from, knowing which is the best storage shed for your yard is no easy task. To help you decide, we researched the best storage sheds out there, keeping in mind each pick’s size, style, material, and storage capacity. We also talked with a landscape architect....

While choosing an outdoor fire pit might seem overwhelming, there are many benefits to owning one. Besides providing warmth on chilly nights, the best fire pits instantly add a beautiful focal point to any outdoor living space while creating a cozy place to gather with family and friends. Fire pits are also extremely versatile, so you’ll be able to use them to roast marshmallows, cook your favorite grill foil packet recipes, and keep mosquitos at bay....

“There’s a level of creativity involved with decorating for Halloween, and I think that’s the appeal,” says Kelly Lambert, senior merchant at Grandin Road. While there is plenty of eerie decor out there, we searched for finds that help you celebrate the holiday while still remaining tasteful and design-focused—plus, many of them can work for the entire fall season. In particular, we love the Halloween Corn Husk Wreath from Williams Sonoma....

“A throw blanket offers so many different functions and adds color and texture to a room, as well as being used for warmth and comfort,” says Anki Spets, owner and designer of AREA Home in New York, New York. Since throw blankets are available in so many different fabrics, colors, and sizes, you can find a blanket for every style and budget. To find the best throw blankets, we researched a variety of selections in multiple sizes and assorted materials....

Duvet inserts can be filled with down made of soft and fluffy feathers from the undercoat of a duck or goose or down alternative materials, such as microfiber, polyester, cotton, or rayon, that replicate the feel of down. The shell fabric is most commonly cotton or polyester. There is a wide range of duvet covers to protect your duvet insert from dirt and body oils. If you take proper care of a duvet insert, it will last for years....

See perennials that thrive in wet soil. Name: Heuchera ‘Cinnamon Curls’ Growing conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 8–12 inches tall, 12–16 inches wide Zones: 4–9 Source: Proven Winners Name: Heuchera ‘Fall Festival’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 10–12 inches tall, 12–14 inches wide Zones: 4–9 Source: Ball Hort Name: Heuchera ‘Rose Granita’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 12–12 inches tall, 12–24 inches wide Zones: 4–9 Source: Ball Hort Name: Heucherella ‘Buttered Rum’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 7–10 inches tall, 12–15 inches wide Zones: 4–9 Source: Terra Nova Name: Brunnera ‘Alexander’s Great’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial Shade Size: 12–15 inches tall, 24–28 inches wide Zones: 4–8 Source: Terra Nova Name: Helleborus ‘Irish Ruffles’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 18–20 inches tall, 20–24 inches wide Zones: 4–8 Source: Great Garden Plants Name: Heuchera ‘Blackberry Ice’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 8–12 inches tall, 12–16 inches wide Zones: 4–9 Source: Proven Winners Name: Brunnera macrophylla ‘Silver Heart’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 6–12 inches tall, 20–24 inches wide Zones: 4–8 Source: Skagit Gardens Name: Tiarella cordifolia ‘Stephanie Cohen’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 6–8 inches tall, 18–24 inches wide Zones: 4–9 Source: Plants Nouveau Name: Helleborus ‘Windcliff Slaty Blue’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 15–18 inches tall, 20–24 inches wide Zones: 4–9 Source: Monrovia Name: Heucheralla ‘Cracked Ice’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Part shade Size: 7–10 inches tall, 12–15 inches wide Zones: 4–9 Source: Terra Nova Name: Helleborus x ericsmithii ‘Shooting Star’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 18–22 inches tall, 20–24 inches wide Zones: 5–9 Source: Skagit Gardens Name: Dicentra ‘Amore Pink’ Growing Conditions: Partial Shade, shade Size: 9–12 inches tall, 12–14 inches wide Zones: 5–9 Source: Terra Nova Name: Heuchera ‘Lime Ruffles’ Growing Conditions: Partial shade, Shade Size: 8–11 inches tall, 15–18 inches wide Zones: 4–9 Source: Terra Nova Name: Hosta ‘Curly Fries’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 6–8 inches tall, 12–16 inches wide Zones: 3–9 Source: Walters Gardens/Great Garden Plants Name: Hosta ‘Cherry Tomato’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 4–5 inches tall, 10–12 inches wide Zones: 3–9 Source: Walters Gardens/Great Garden Plants Name: Hosta ‘Island Breeze’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 10–12 inches tall, 15–18 inches wide Zones: 3–9 Source: Walters Gardens/Great Garden Plants Name: Heucherella ‘Gold Cascade’ Growing Conditions: Shade, Partial shade Size: 6–8 inches tall, 18–24 inches wide Zones: 4–9 Source: Terra Nova...

We first spied Christmas villages in the 1966 edition of BH&G’s Christmas Ideas book. In it, our editors suggested building a collection of fairy-tale houses from wood or cardboard to hang or display. Today, we still love the nostalgic feel of these tiny towns, and thanks to the newest versions—like those made from ceramic and galvanized metal—you can assemble a more modern Christmas village display for your own home....

I was happy to discover she’s a maximalist at home as well, with Christmas trees in every room, homespun ornaments, and a fondness for tree skirts and tinsel. “I’m tacky. I don’t try to be fancy. I just try to do what makes me happy,” she says. For our photo shoot, a group effort by photographer Art Streiber, set and prop stylist Anthony A. Altomare, and our style director Jessica Thomas, we thought of Dolly as a gift to our millions of readers....

“Cooking is the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries year-round, and the second-leading cause of home fire deaths,” says Susan McKelvey, a communications manager for the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in Quincy, Massachusetts. U.S. fire departments responded to about 1,630 home cooking fires on Thanksgiving Day in 2019. McKelvey and Sharon Cooksey, a Mebane, North Carolina-based fire safety educator with Kidde (a manufacturer of smoke alarms and fire extinguishers) had these tips to keep calm and cook on—flame-free....