‘The Complete America’s Test Kitchen Cookbook’ Is a Seriously Reliable Recipe Resource

Welcome to Cookbook of the Week. A girl needs a reliable resource for holiday cooking. For me, that isThe Complete Americas Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook(2001-2019). The name doesnt exactly roll off the tongue, so Ill refer to it asThe ATK Cookbookfrom here on. My dad got me this beast of a cookbook a few years ago. But I am also obsessed with cookbooks (clearly), so I kept returning to it anyway....

September 25, 2024 · 2 min · 342 words · Carlos Rubio

All M3 MacBook Pro Models Are up to $500 Off

The M3 Chip MacBook Pro The entry-levelM3 MacBook Pro has a 14.2-inchscreen. (Read PCMag’s"excellent" review.) You also get about eight hours more battery life than the 14.2-inch M3 MacBook Pro. Read more about the M3 Pro 14.2-inch MacBook Pro in PCMag’s"outstanding" review.

September 24, 2024 · 1 min · 42 words · Paul Kelly

How to Get Your Soil Tested for Free (and Why You Should)

For years, I didn’t test, convinced I could compost my way to good soil. And if you live in the right states, you could get soil testing for free. Most states have some qualifications for the free testing. Even if your state doesnt offer free testing, your county or city might. The best way to find out is to search for [your county/city/state], free soil testing. Connecticut Connecticut state offersfree soil teststo state residents....

September 24, 2024 · 2 min · 299 words · Evan Robertson

I Rated the Top Three TikTok 4-2-1 Workout Routines

I kid…mostly. Because today Im considering the 4-2-1 workout trend thats all over TikTok (and other places). But first, lets define our terms. What is a 4-2-1 workout? Well, its actually not a workout. And its not even a routine, its avague structurefor a routine. To put it another way, the 4-2-1 is asplit. A split simply refers to the way you split up your workouts for the week. Thats what peopleusuallymean by 4-2-1, but I’ll talk about some variations on this theme in a minute....

September 24, 2024 · 2 min · 325 words · Susan Gonzalez

Make a Better To-Do List With the 1-3-5 Method

Try using the 1-3-5 rule for a while and see how this to-do list system works for you. What is the 1-3-5 rule of productivity? The 1-3-5 rule acknowledges that in a typical day, you just dont have time to do it all. These can be related or they can be separate. Used another way, the rule can also apply to major tasks and involve batching them into smaller groups....

September 24, 2024 · 2 min · 219 words · Nicole Martin

Making Stuffed French Toast Was Easier Than I Thought

While you dont need an excuse to make French toast, I have one for you anyway. Its not your average French toast; itsstuffedFrench toast. What is stuffed French toast? Regular French toast is nothing to sneeze at. The result is a decadent, caramelized treat that’s akin to an express serving of bread pudding. Cookie dough turned out to be my favorite filling, but you’re only limited by your imagination. How to make stuffed French toast 1....

September 24, 2024 · 2 min · 353 words · Wendy Burke

My Go-To Recipes to Make After Apple Picking (That Aren't Pie)

Despite the early appearance of the PSL, pumpkins themselves are still waiting on deck. Right now, its prime time for the wholesome apple. Then you’ll be ready to tackle a mountain of apples for any of the following. Silky apple butter Apple butteris a simple spread that packs a massive punch of flavor. Its made by slowly cooking down loads of peeled apples, way past the point of apple sauce....

September 24, 2024 · 3 min · 496 words · Amanda Berg

Today's NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Tuesday, September 24, 2024

If you want an easy way to come back to our Connections hints every day,bookmark this page. Below, Ill give you some oblique hints at todays Connections answers. And farther down the page, Ill reveal the themes and the answers. Scroll slowly and take just the hints you need! Green category - When you want to plan ahead, perhaps for a dinner or vacation. Blue category - Make the space look nice with these things....

September 24, 2024 · 3 min · 463 words · Lisa Hardin

Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Tuesday, September 24, 2024

If youre looking for theWordleanswer for September 24, 2024 read on. Well share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solution. How to play Wordle Wordle liveshere on the New York Times website. A new puzzle goes live every day at midnight, your local time. Start by guessing a five-letter word. For more, check outour guide to playing Wordle here, andmy strategy guide here for more advanced tips. (We also have more information at the bottom of this post, after the hints and answers....

September 24, 2024 · 3 min · 458 words · Nathan Cooper

Use Productivity 'Sprints' When Your Attention Span Is Low

What is the sprints method? When using the sprints method, youll be doing short bursts of work with breaks in between. Thats really all it is, but sincetaking breaks is fundamental to being truly productive, its effective. With the Pomodoro method, you work for 25 minutes, then take a five-minute break. After four cycles, you take a longer break. Youll stay in focus mode until the task is complete, while remaining fully aware that a breakiscoming....

September 24, 2024 · 1 min · 130 words · Kevin Sandoval

Today's NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Monday, September 23, 2024

If you want an easy way to come back to our Connections hints every day,bookmark this page. Below, Ill give you some oblique hints at todays Connections answers. And farther down the page, Ill reveal the themes and the answers. Scroll slowly and take just the hints you need! Green category - Where you might bring a watering can. Blue category - Theyredrawntogether. Purple category - A fill-in-the-blank, with a word for a communal outdoor recreation space....

September 23, 2024 · 2 min · 424 words · Thomas Moore

Today's NYT Strands Hints (and Answer) for Monday, September 23, 2024

For an easy way to come back to our Strands hints every day,bookmark this page. Below, Ill give you some oblique hints at todays Strands answers. And farther down the page, Ill reveal the spangram and the answers. Scroll slowly and take just the hints you need! BEWARE: Spoilers follow for todays Strands puzzle! Were about to give away the answers to todays Strands puzzle. What is the spangram in todays Strands?...

September 23, 2024 · 1 min · 212 words · Danielle Young

Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Monday, September 23, 2024

If youre looking for theWordleanswer for September 23, 2024 read on. Well share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solution. How to play Wordle Wordle liveshere on the New York Times website. A new puzzle goes live every day at midnight, your local time. Start by guessing a five-letter word. For more, check outour guide to playing Wordle here, andmy strategy guide here for more advanced tips. (We also have more information at the bottom of this post, after the hints and answers....

September 23, 2024 · 3 min · 510 words · Cindy Blake