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Summer Fruit and Sour Cream Tart
This fruit tart is truly a masterpiece. Sweetened sour cream pastry filling is layered underneath a bounty of fresh summer fruit, making this a dessert no one will forget. Serves 6–8 https://www.youtube.com/embed/RxlSazbZogk?feature=oembed Ingredients Ready-to-bake piecrust 2 c. half-and-half 2 tsp. vanilla extract ½ c. sugar 5 egg yolks 3 tbsp. cornstarch (dissolved in 3 tbsp.... Read More
Home Design Trends to Try in 2022
SHAREFacebookTwitterLinkedInMore As soon as a new year begins, it feels like everyone is jumping to adopt a new home design trend. In the past decade, trends like Millennial pink and terrazzo were pushed by online influencers and adopted by homeowners, only to fade out of favor. But we’re wiser now, right? The truth is, every... Read More
Ruben Bread Bowl
The only thing better than homemade bread is homemade bread turned into a vessel for a cheesy dip! Deli-Style Reuben Dip This deli favorite is even more delicious in dip form!READ ARTICLE Traditional Irish Soda Bread Have delicious homemade bread (no yeast required) with this traditional recipe!READ ARTICLE Shannon Grimm & PartnersContact me with any... Read More
How to Give Back on a Budget
Here are easy ways to give back without breaking the bank this holiday season. Donate a part of your purchases to a good cause. AmazonSmile is a simple way to give back as you shop. When you use AmazonSmile to make your purchases, 0.5% of your purchase price is donated to a charity of your... Read More
The Ultimate Household Cleaning Checklist
Use this quick and easy cleaning schedule to stay on top of your household cleaning, and to keep track of the various tasks that should be done daily, weekly, monthly, and seasonally. Before you know it, your housework will run like clockwork! Daily Make your bed. Sweep the floors. Take out the trash. Do one... Read More
Here’s What You Need to Know About Tax Deductibles
Tax season can be headache-inducing for some, but it doesn’t need to be. A frequently asked question accountants receive is: what is tax-deductible and how should I keep track of them? If you haven’t already, start considering keeping track of expenses and donations that can be considered tax deductibles. Here’s the scoop on how and... Read More
Preserving Your Home’s Original Features
There are plenty of desirable features in an old home, such as original hardwood floors, antique cabinetry, and gorgeous molding, but maintaining these features or restoring them to their original glory can be a challenge. Luckily, there are plenty of tips and tricks to keeping your old home’s best points looking like new. Original Hardwood... Read More
Open-Faced Cheesesteaks
Toasted baguette slices are topped with grilled sirloin and cheese in this appetizer version of the classic Philly cheesesteak. Serves 6–8 Ingredients: For the cheese sauce 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon flour 1 cup whole milk 8 slices American cheese ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded Salt and pepper, to taste Ingredients: For the cheesesteaks 1... Read More