
Each month we'll give you tips and tricks to make your home life easier. You'll find everything from cooking shortcuts that save you time to simple ways to keep your house clean.

Looking for a tasty dessert jammed with antioxidants? Try slices of refrigerator-cold Granny Smith or Gala apples served with some hazelnuts and a cup of hot chocolate.
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Restaurant-style salad—think gorgonzola cheese, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds—is easy to come by these days. Just look in the produce aisle near the bagged lettuce for pre-packaged salad kits. Guests appreciate the extra touch, and it's less work than a simple vegetable salad.
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October is the month where tailgating swings into full gear. If you're hosting a tailgating party, try packing all your nonperishable food and gear into your car the night before your bash. You'll reduce the risk of forgetting anything, and you won't feel rushed as you head out to your destination.
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Don't have an hour to clean? Try a 15-minute marathon. A quick de-clutter can do wonders for your peace of mind. Set the timer for 15 minutes and start straightening the room you're in. If you finish that room, move to the next. When the timer goes off, you're done.
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