“People tend to have a strong preference when it comes to brownies: fudgy versus cakey. My recipe is definitely more fudgy,” says Nancy Silverton, the chef-owner of L.A.’s Osteria Mozza and author of The Cookie That Changed My Life. “By toasting the walnuts, you’re getting an extra punch of flavor and crunch, and the …
We rated 38 favorites on texture, pigment and fill. These four earned full marks. BEST BUDGET OPTION e.l.f. Cosmetics Instant Lift Brow Pencil, $3 amazon.com Our tester called this pencil’s marker-like tip “not overly heavy, but saturated enough to actually fill in” without gapping. The results are smooth and natural — particularly for a …
When was the last time you thought about your brows? If your eyes are the windows to your soul, your eyebrows are the curtains — and keeping them in check can have a huge impact on your look. Follow these steps for the best brows in town. KEEP THEM NATURAL Overly shaped brows are …
We tried out 25 popular foot mask and peel products. These four will put your best feet forward. BEST FOR CRACKS AND CALLUSES Aquaphor Reparing Foot Mask, $30 for 6 amazon.com One tester called these moisturizing socks a “sheet mask for your feet.” With avocado oil, shea butter, glycerin and provitamin B5, they’re especially …
It’s necessary to clean all of your appliances at least once a year — even those that use water to clean other things — so even your washing machine needs washing. Your washing machine deals with the dirtiest of laundry: diapers, grass-stained denim, food stains and worse. Your clothes emerge spotless, but they leave …
We rated 43 formulas on application and overall quality. For golden glows and subtle bronzes, these four are medalworthy. BEST FOR BEGINNERS Isle of Paradise Express Self-Tanning Mousse, $32 theisleofparadise.com Our testers effortlessly achieved a “salonworthy glow-up” with this mousse and Isle of Paradise’s reusable mitt (sold separately). BEST VALUE L’Oreal Paris Sublime Bronze …
“This is one of those cakes that gives you more than you think. It’s sweet and smooth with a hint of crunch all at once,” says Fixer Upper star Joanna Gaines, who shares a dessert recipe she prepares on the new season of her Max series Magnolia Table. “I’ll happily cut into a cake …
They’ve been here a long time, lightning bugs. Or do you call them fireflies? You probably do if you were raised in the Western U.S. or parts of New England. But if you were raised in the Southeast or Midwest, you probably call them lightning bugs. I admit, the name “firefly” is much more …
“Creamy, tart, sweet — it has it all!” says food blogger Sara Forte, who includes the towering treat in her new cookbook Around Our Table. “This recipe is so easy — it requires no skill besides following directions. The sweetened condensed milk also helps spare you any casualties that could happen when making a …
Yield: 6 servings * 1 large fresh pineapple, peeled cored and cut in bite-sized chunks (3 cups)* * 1 tablespoon cornstarch * 3 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar, divided. * 3/4 cup rolled oats * 1/2 cup all-purpose flour * 1 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces …