Learn how to properly thaw frozen pipes, and how to avoid them in the first place. Baby, its cold outside, and that means its time to give our pipes a little extra care. Matt Kunzis the president,Mr. Credit:Getty Images Rooter Plumbing, aNeighborlycompany. However, the damage might not necessarily stop there. Additionally, water damage can create an environment conducive to mold growth, posing health risks, he explains. Therefore, addressing frozen pipes promptly is crucial to prevent both immediate disruptions and long-term damage to the home....

This foolproof method requires little to no prep. It is high in many beneficial nutrients and an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. As a fatty fish, salmon also holds up to freezing better than most. Credit:Getty Images According to Chef Robin Stybe, the best way to thaw salmon is with the help of your refrigerator. “Thawing in the refrigerator is the absolute best for safety and quality,” Stybe tellsSouthern Living....

These items are probably already in your pantry. After all, you want to pile your bowl full of delicious toppings, right? Read on for how to thicken chili with our favorite Southern ingredient as well as other methods and tips. Credit:Hector M. Sanchez it’s possible for you to use white or yellow cornmeal that is fine to medium-grain. Or trymasa harina, a very fine corn flour traditionally used to makecorn tortillasor tamales....

With these handy tricks, you’ll be on your way to thick, fluffy frosting in no time. When decorating cookies, a firm royal icing is crucial to piping elegant, clean designs and fine lines. But don’t worry, it’s not impossible. Credit: Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Melissa Gray; Prop Styling: Missie Neville Crawford Keep these tricks in your back pocket for future baking mishaps. If your frosting is too runny, it’ll melt and slide all over the cake....

Toasted coconut is delicious on cakes, pies, parfaits, and more. Here, learn how to toast coconut on the stove, in the oven, or in the microwave. Plus, find out how long it’s possible for you to keep toasted coconut fresh. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Why Toast Coconut? Toasted coconut adds a depth of flavor and great texture to a variety of dishes. Not to mention, its the ideal topping for a smoothie bowl or yogurt parfait....

This simple technique will take your baked goods from good to great. You might be thinking, why can’t I just buy pre-toasted nuts? Well, store-bought toasted nuts pale in comparison and actually go bad faster. Credit:Hannah Zimmerman Plus, toasting nuts is a simple cooking technique that doesn’t require fancy equipment or extra ingredients. It also only takes about five minutes, so there’s really no excuse. Getting Started Don’t chop:Begin with whole, raw nuts....

Dont waste a single bite. Asparagus celebrates the start of spring. Learning how to trim asparagus properly will help ensure every asparagus dish is enjoyable for everyone at the table. Credit: Courtney West / Southern Living Should You Snap Asparagus? It’s a simple method and doesn’t even require a knife. The stalk will break right where it starts to get toughor that’s what you thought all these years. Credit: Courtney West / Southern Living...

We love any excuse to eat more of our favorite dips. Its tough to resist the appeal of a big, bubbly dish of spinach-artichoke dip. So of course we stopped scrolling when we spotted a recipe that transforms the dip into dinner. Credit:Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell; Food Stylist:Ruth Blackburn Read on for all the gooey details. What Is Spinach-Artichoke Dip? Spinach-artichoke dip really became a staple dish when it started popping up on restaurant menus from coast to coast....

The key is an unexpected product you definitely already have. Fadyukhin/Getty Doing laundry is one of thoseweekly tasksthat seemingly never end. Unfortunately,shrinking happensin the laundry much too easily, but fortunately, unshrinking is almost just as easy. Credit:Fadyukhin/Getty Dont worry, some shrunken fabrics can be reversed! assures Morgan LaLonde, brand manager forWhirlpool. Read on to learn how to unshrink clothes. Morgan LaLonde is a brand manager forWhirlpool, an American home, kitchen, and laundry appliance company....

(Who else is a wiggler?) In that same tune, our skills in the kitchen are no exception. And then you’re never able to peel out the top anyway, even with a fork or knife? Credit: Getty Images/Kameleon007 Apparently, the correct way to use this kitchen gadget eliminates those issues altogether. Here’s how to use a can opener. How to Use a Can Opener First, it does not go sideways. It goes flat on top....

The claw clip is back and better than ever. That’s no easy feat, especially back when we had braces and loved brick brown lipstick. Below, master how to use a claw clip step-by-step to create five easy, trendy hairstyles. Credit: Getty Images/Brittany Schauer Photography How To Choose A Claw Clip First, choose the accessory. Not every claw clip works for every throw in of hair. For long hair, choose a clip with long teeth....

If you’ve never used a smoker grill, you might be a little hesitant. But it is easier than you think. Who can blame them? Smoked meat and red wine are a perfect match.Credit: stbose - iStock/Getty Images There’s no better way to cook meat so flavorful and tender it falls off the bone. Don’t worry, using a smoker grill is easier than you think. What Is A Smoker Grill? Credit:Getty Images...

Everything to understand before using bleach in your laundry. Bleach can be used in laundry to help brighten and whiten clothing, fight tough stains, and sanitize. What Is Bleach? Bleach is the name given to the chemical mixture that is typically water and sodium hypochlorite. This bleach is a powerful concentrate that removes stains and brightens white fabric. Unlike chlorine bleach, non-chlorine bleach is safe to use on color fabrics and will not lift the color....