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Summer means vacations, grilling with the neighbors, playing catch with the dog and swimming by the lake. It can also mean sunburns, skinned knees and dehydration. Don’t go into summer unprepared. Here are some ways to reduce summer risks.Sunscreen: Practicing sun safety is one of the easiest and most important ways to protect yourself and your family in the summer. It’s obvious to pack sunblock when you’re heading to the beach or down to the pool, but it’s important for you to apply it even on …

Taking on projects around the house can save you money and help you put your own personal touch on your home. Some projects, though, for reasons of safety and level of complication, shouldn’t necessarily be taken on by average homeowners. Here are the top projects that should usually be handled by a professional. Refinishing floors: It’s not difficult to rent your own equipment to refinish hardwood floors. The process is really just sanding off the top layer of wood from flooring. Seems si …

Some meals just scream “spring.” Cooking seasonally allows you to save money on produce that’s more readily available, and certain recipes help get you in and out of the kitchen in no time so you can enjoy the longer daylight hours and nicer weather. Here are some things to add to your spring menu. Chicken and spring veggie bake: Roasted chicken thighs and a combo of potatoes, radishes, and scallions is a delicious way to end your day. Sprinkle with olive oil and seasoning and pop it into the o …

If your knowledge of knives ends at “butter” and “bread,” you might be selling your kitchen and your cooking experiences short. There are tons of different knives and ways to use them – making every part of food prep and cooking that much easier. Here are some of the lesser-known but really important knives available to amateur and professional chefs alike.Chef’s knife: This blade is between 6 and 14 inches long, with a slightly curved body. It’s versatile and a great multi-purpose knife that’s …

Nonstick pans and bakeware are found in just about every kitchen these days and they have a lot going for them. Easier clean up: As their name indicates, nonstick pans typically prevent most cooked-on food from sticking around too long. That makes cleaning up a lot easier, and it makes nonstick pans perfect for kitchenware known for being tough to clean, like eggs, pancakes, and cheesy quesadillas. Nonstick bakeware can be a baker’s salvation if you’ve forgotten to grease the cookie sheet. Over …