Understanding how long pumpkins take to grow will help you plant them at the right time. From jack-o'-lanterns on the porch to festive table controls,pumpkins are quintessentialto autumn decor. How Long Do Pumpkins Need To Grow? Credit: Getty Images Different varieties take different amounts of time to ripen. The miniature ‘Jack Be Little’ pumpkin matures in as little as 85 days. Plant varieties that take longer to mature in May, and faster developing varieties by mid-June....

We have advice on how to change the color of your hydrangea flowers. The South loves the blues, we guess. Changing the color of your hydrangeas is possible, with the caveat that it takes a lot of patience. Credit:somnuk krobkum/Getty Images Gardeners can alter the color of their hydrangeas by changing the acidity of the soil. White hydrangeas won’t change color at all. How To Turn Hydrangeas Blue Strongly acid soil of 5....

Some may look fresh as daisies, and others will have you questioning when they were last used. But how long does nail polish last? Does nail polish have an expiration date? Credit:Getty Images How Long Does Nail Polish Last? Forgetting to screw on the top tightly or exposing your bottles to variable temperatures can speed up theexpiration process. It won’t go on as smoothly or look the same as it used to....

For that reason, foodborne illness can be a very real risk when eating leftover pasta salad. When these bacteria proliferate, they can cause symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. How To Tell If Pasta Has Gone Bad Count the days since making and storing. Credit:Robby Lozano; Food Stylist: Jasmine Smith; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Homemade pasta salad can last in the fridge for between 3-7 days. Between 7 to 12 days....

Food safety experts share their tips for proper storage and more. How Long Does Unopened Pasta Sauce Last? How Long Does Pasta Sauce Last In The Fridge? Credit: Getty Images This guideline is also true for most other pasta sauces. Store-bought spaghetti sauce often has preservativesor has beenspecially cannedthat makes it last longer than homemade sauce. How Long Do Specific Sauces Last In The Fridge? Credit: Alison Miksch See below for info on individual sauces....

If you make it homemade, store it well so it will last. We appreciate its popularity and portability, making it a go-to choice forpicnics, cookouts, and potlucks. Yet, we’ve all heard cautionary tales where potato salad was blamed for outdoor meals with unhappy endings. Credit:Fred Hardy; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey; Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood So what’s the deal? How long can potato salad sit out? How many days will it keep?...

Storage tips to keep your pumpkin pie fresh for longer. But how can you keep it fresh and delicious after the feast? Should it sit on the counter, chill in the fridge, or head to the freezer? Credit: Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Marian Cooper Cairns This guide covers everything you gotta know to keep yourpumpkin pieat its best. Homemade pumpkin pie, made with fresh ingredients, must be refrigerated to maintain its quality and safety....

So how longdoessiding last? Choosing an appropriate siding throw in for your climate is one of the easiest ways to maximize its longevity. David Tudor A good installer is paramount. Credit:Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller It doesnt matter what key in of siding is on your home, if its installed wrong. If you decide to stick with the real thing, youll need to be diligent about maintenance and upkeep....

Even sour cream eventually sours. Sour cream is a delicious ingredient for both sweet and savory recipes. You may be wondering, “does sour cream go bad?” Credit:Getty Images When it comes to making asour cream recipe, you may be curious about just how long it lasts. The short answer is up to 21 days after the sell-by date. Getty Images What Is Sour Cream? Sour cream is adairy productmade from light cream that is eighteen to twenty percent butterfat....

If you buy your turkey early, will it still be good at Thanksgiving? Purchase too much turkey or need less than you thought? A fresh or thawed turkey will onlylast a few days. Credit:Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood Here’s what you better know about how long frozen turkey is good for in the freezer. Plus, get tips for storing turkey properly so it’s more likely to maintain its flavor and freshness....

Know when to keep that extra egg salad, and when to toss it. This rule also applies to similar mayonnaise-based salads like chicken, tuna, ham, andmacaroni salads. The key words are “properly stored.” Credit: Azurita / Getty Images What does that mean? But there’s more. What Is The Two-Hour Rule? Can You Freeze Egg Salad? Freezing egg salad is not recommended. The texture will change and the mayonnaise can separate and become watery....

Key Takeaways I’d like you to forget what you know about boilingcorn. Pretend you’ve never even done it before. What boiled corn?) Credit: Howard Shooter / Getty Images Don’t even think about recipes with a 20-minute cook time. Super-freshcorn on the cobhardly needs to be cooked, let alone boiled. How Long To Boil Corn When boiling corn on the cob, less is often more. Credit: PHOTOGRAPHER: FRED HARDY II, FOOD STYLIST: EMILY NABORS HALL, PROPS STYLIST: CHRISTINA BROCKMAN...

Many foods can be stored indefinitelybut not all. The lid read “dumplings, 2003.” I brought it to my family, and we dared each other to take a bite. Credit: Courtney West/Southern Living Shockingly, the dish was edible, albeit frostbitten and mushy. Meat and Poultry Deli meatand bacon should be thawed and eaten within a month. But it’s possible for you to also freeze things like leftover soups, desserts, even sauces....