I Host a Casual Thanksgiving Dinner with KitchenAid

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This Thanksgiving I paired up with KitchenAid® to show off their gorgeous colors of the season and how you can use their fall-inspired bakeware and small appliances to pull together a great dinner. To start off my table setting I used the Persimmon (Orange) Nesting Ceramic 4 Piece Set for fried chicken that my kids love! While you may think that fried chicken isn’t for Thanksgiving, think again! Perfect for a laid back dinner amongst friends and family. For those who still want a baked fowl I cooked a chicken in their Casserole Dish in Ivy Green and served it alongside green beans and potatoes.

Here’s a few tips on setting a Casual Thanksgiving Dinner table:

Choose your favorite small gourds like pumpkins, squash and other miniature vegetables to disperse around the table. I prefer to not have one centerpiece as it creates a more formal environment that makes everyone feel uptight!  Instead, I used a bag of mixed shelled nuts like walnuts, pine nuts, pecans and more and put them casually around the table.

Casual Thanksgiving Dinner – Create the look:

• Burlap runner in your choice of colors. It makes a beautiful backdrop to any natural tablescape
• Napkin rings with fall inspired motifs. I like these leaf ones
• Fabric napkins in a deep rust color brings texture to your table and pairs nicely with the autumn colored bakeware
• Casual dinnerware that doesn’t have a lot of ornamentation will bring focus to the food and will keep the meal casual
• Simple stemware for your favorite wine.. or put apple juice for kids to feel grown up!

Adding unexpected touches to the Thanksgiving meal

What I love about a casual Thanksgiving is you don’t have to only serve traditional food. I opted for a Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup prepared in the KitchenAid® 5-Speed Diamond Blender in Tangerine. It whips up your favorite soups easily but also would be perfect for drinks to serve table-side!

This Thanksgiving create a casual way to gather friends and family without the stress of formal planning.

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There are a number of reasons why hanging cookware kitchen storage is getting popular these days. It offers several features like ease of installation, neat design and less maintenance. These impressive features packed in one component are simply impressive and works perfect for any kitchen.

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The hanging cookware storage is designed to save more space in your kitchen. However, you just can’t install it anywhere you like because your cookware will certainly look cluttered.

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For best result, you can apply these helpful hanging cookware storage ideas for your kitchen:

Only hang those you need

If you don’t need the cookware, don’t hang it as if it’s a decorative item. Bear in mind that the main purpose is to save a space in your kitchen. Hanging something that isn’t needed on a regular basis is wasting the space provided by the hanging storage. You have to assess on the stock pots, frying pans and other cookware you have.

Hang chopping boards beneath your cookware

This is definitely a space-saving idea for your kitchen. Just make sure that your chopping board is designed with a hole for hanging. With your chopping board hanged, it will be easier for you to grab it quickly when needed. If the size of a chopping board doesn’t matter on your regular cooking procedure, choose a small trapezoid board is recommended.

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Keep cookware clean and dry

You can’t just hang your cookware without washing because it will be very obvious and will overwhelm the appearance of your kitchen. You also have to make sure it’s dry before hanging to avoid unwanted drippings on the floor. Hanging cookware will help dry them faster and will save space in your dishwasher too!

You can arrange your cookware according to their sizes, color shades or in random. The hanging cookware storage ideas can definitely help you have a great kitchen experience each day.

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You’ve heard of spring cleaning, but it’s actually better to overhaul your house when the seasons get colder. As we start to shut the windows to keep ourselves warm during the winter months, we shut off the ventilation to our house. This means potentially toxic particles build up in our homes.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), indoor air pollution is between 2-5 times worse than outdoor air pollution. Anyone with asthma or allergies will experience stronger reactions. Detox your house with our guide.

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Kitchen

If you have a gas stove at home, you could have potentially dangerous amounts of carbon monoxide building up in the house. Although home cooking is a nurturing force for good, lots of nasties could be putting your health at risk. Normal levels of carbon monoxide are between 5-15 parts per million (ppm), however, if your gas stove isn’t set correctly, levels of CO can reach danger point.

Even low levels of carbon monoxide can cause fatigue, headaches, disorientation, dizziness, and nausea – high levels are fatal. Installing a detector can put your worries at rest.

Check your burners. If the flames are yellow-tipped, there is too much CO present. Invest in an exhaust fan, and if you already have one, make sure that it is cleaned properly.

Bedroom and Living Room

A build-up of dust and dander can cause respiratory problems, especially if you have allergies. This is natural, but you should stay on top of it. Replace old bed frames for something new: find adjustable beds online with fresh mattresses. Vacuum all upholstery and wash your pillows if you can.

Clean out the filters in your air conditioning system so you are not churning out allergens into your house. Remove the grill and wipe it with a wet cloth. Submerge the filter in soapy water then, rinse and leave to drip-dry. Before replacing the components, clean the inside of your air conditioning system with a damp rag.

Bathroom

Mold is your biggest concern when it comes to the bathroom – here you have to bring out the big guns to prevent health problems and structural damage. Mold loves moist areas so give your bathroom a thorough once-over, making sure there are no signs of water damage or mold.

Control moisture levels by using a dehumidifier. Humidity in your home should be between 30-50%, and you can test this with a hygrometer

Wash all your bathroom accessories, such as towels and bath mats. Put plastic shower curtains in the wash for 5 minutes on a delicate setting, however, if mold has already taken hold, add ¾ cup of liquid chlorine to the load.

Check everywhere for mold, and if you find any instances, scrub it away with a hard brush and a bucket of 1 cup liquid chlorine diluted with a gallon of water. You’ll have to do this to painted walls too, unfortunately, so buy a tub of mildew-resistant paint and coat the problem area, after you’ve removed the mold, to prevent further occurrences.

This article was contributed by Lloyd, a freelance writer and blogger, on behalf of Archers Sleep Centre.

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The best way to enhance something in your home is to make it colorful. For instance, your kitchen can have a quick makeover if you add color into your kitchen utensils and other essentials. What makes it more exciting to add these colorful kitchen items is that you can have as many colors as you want.

Nowadays, there are so many manufacturers that offer their stylish and colorful kitchen products like culinary ware that will definitely catch your attention.

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It is designed to provide a modern look of your kitchen without compromising the quality and functionality of these products. Some of the features that these colorful culinary wares provide are:

Instant makeover

If you are tired and bored of looking at your old kitchen appearance, then you have to consider having these colorful culinary wares for an instant makeover. The colors of these culinary wares serve as decorative items in your kitchen. It gives life and animation to your kitchen shelves, countertop or sink.

Set an exciting ambiance

It is very important to provide a favorable ambiance anywhere at home. Since the kitchen is one of the busiest areas at home where you do regular household chores, providing a great ambiance in the kitchen is very important. Using colorful and stylish kitchen utensils and culinary wares can boost the enthusiasm in doing your everyday tasks.

Stimulate the appetite

It’s not only the looks that matter but the functionalities. With colorful kitchen wares, it will not only enhance your performance but also the appetite. You can have colorful plates, mugs, and other meal essentials to boost your appetite. Several studies found out that the colors have significant effects on your appetite.

You can assess your kitchen wares today and look for things that you can replace for a more exciting kitchen experience.

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Everyday your kitchen houses germs, and sources for your family to become ill. Whether you are trying to make your home a healthier place or you want to start teaching your family the benefits of going green in the kitchen, there are several tips to help.

Choose healthy cookware

Cookware safety often relates to factors in your control. You have to consider the quality of your cooking utensils and how much work it takes to maintain your cookware. Examples of less maintenance cookware are the All-clad and stainless steel cooking sets. These type are quick to absorb heat and non-stick. You can also rely on its non-reactive and non-porous materials that are hygienic and clean. The All-clad and stainless steel cooking sets come in stylish and neat designs for your kitchen.

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Prefer glasses than plastics

The glasses look better and cleaner than plastic when used as water containers. With glasses, you can easily wash and clean them. Although it is more prone to break but then proper care is an advantage on your part because you can save a lot of water. You can also store food longer in glasses than plastic containers. Using glass rather than plastic significantly reduces landfill in disposal sites, and many say glass gets cleaner than plastic because it isn’t porous.

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Unclog your sink regularly

It’s not only horrible but a real headache to have a clogged sink drain. A healthy sink can help in control bacteria forming that lead to odors and common food borne illnesses. If you do not have the skills, tools and equipment to fix your sink, call a professional to fix this problem. A clogged sink will definitely ruin your overall kitchen view. To attain the total kitchen experience, the solution is to maintain your sink clean and unclog. Bear in mind that your kitchen sink is where the majority of cleaning takes place.

Finally, cleanliness should be emphasized in your kitchen to achieve a green goal. This allows a healthy, energy-efficient and practical approach in your kitchen.

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