Discover the benefits of washing jeans inside out and learn the best practices for maintaining their color and quality. Getty Images Denim is a staple of Southern fashion. Can you imagine a Nashville honkytonk or a Texas rodeo or even a Publix on a Friday without jeans? Credit:Getty Images Over the years as jeans have transitioned from work wear to high fashion, they have increased in price. Why Should You Wash Jeans Inside Out?...
Think twice before you wiggle into that new pair of jeans. We asked experts to weigh in, and they unanimously agreed: Washing before wearing is the move. It is extremely rare to become sick from new clothing orbedding, says Dr. Jami L. Miller. Credit:Photo: Marta Xochilt Perez; Design: Sarah Bartholomew; Styling: Page Mullins Chemicals:Theres also the matter of chemicals used in the clothing-manufacturing process. Laundering them will help remove and destroy these....
Why You Should Wash New Towels Washing new towels before first use is important for several reasons. However, there’s an even more important reason. Washing helps remove any excess dye and lint, which is particularly important forcolored towels, says Dunn. Credit:Getty Images This should help break down any silicone coating that may have been used by the manufacturer. That initial wash will also help set the colors, ensuring that colors dont run in future washes....
To wash or not to washthat is the question. Should you wash potatoes before storing them? Turns out you should actually skip this step. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Do it’s crucial that you Wash Potatoes Before Storing Them? You should never wash your potatoes before storing them, says Russo. Storing them as is when purchased will help extend their shelf life, Russo says. The washing can come just before youre ready to start cooking the potatoes....
Here’s what the debate boils down to. Rice, whether as acrispy side dishor one-pot meal ofchicken-and-wild rice casserole, is always a go-to pantry staple. When Should You Wash Rice? Credit: Getty/zhengshun tang Both culinary experts said that washing rice depends on the punch in of rice as well as the dish. Kernan says that risotto, paella, and sushi each call for different types of rice. Of those three, rice for sushi is the only one that needs to be washed....
In her cookbookUnited Tastes of Texas, Jessica Dupuy shares her family recipe for Shrimp and Okra Gumbo. A seafood gumbo is thickened withokraand packed with shrimp to make a low-country classic stew. Don’t worry about slimy results here. Credit: Southern Living The okra is cooked down just long enough for a tender finish. Okra, shrimp, and diced tomatoes make this Cajun favorite delicious and quite healthy, too. In her cookbookUnited Tastes of Texas, Jessica Dupuy shares her family recipe....
Ingredients 4thick-cut bacon slices 1head romaine lettuce (about 14 oz. Transfer bacon to a plate lined with paper towels, reserving drippings in skillet. Pour drippings into a small bowl; set aside to cool slightly. Credit: Photo: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Missie Neville Crawford; Food Styling: Torie Cox Reserve 1 bacon slice. Crumble reserved bacon slice into a food processor. Add garlic, salt, pepper, and sugar; pulse until finely chopped, about five times....
If you’ve ever made a trip to Louisiana, you’ll be familiar with thisshrimp dish. It’s a memorable dish that truly packs a punch. It truly couldn’t be easier to cook up this dish tonight. Credit: Southern Living Don’t you want to try this Louisiana classic? Round up a catch ofshrimpand put our favorite shrimp creole recipe on the table tonight. Increase heat to medium. Add shrimp; cook, stirring occasionally, 4 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink....
Fix a lighter, brighter skillet supper in under 30 minutes. Fried rice is best when made with cooled, day-old rice, which is drier and less sticky. Make the rice in advance, then store in the refrigerator or freezer. Credit: Greg DuPree; Prop Stylist: Kay E. Clarke; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Or, cool down freshly-cooked rice by spreading it out on a baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, or until the rice is cool....
This 10-minute shrimp roll is a tasty reminder of seaside seafood shacks. A super simple summer supper. Ingredients 1 12lb. Credit: Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist Christine Keely large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2celery stalks (4 3/4 oz. ), finely chopped (1 cup) 13cup mayonnaise 2Tbsp. chopped fresh chives, plus more for garnish 2Tbsp. chopped fresh dill 1Tbsp. fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon) 1tsp. Old Bay seasoning...
When cooking shrimp, be sure not to overcook; one minute per side should suffice. Serve immediately with a generous sprinkle of chopped parsley and lemon zest for a restaurant-worthy presentation. But in the U.S., it’s synonymous with everyone’s favorite shellfish. Credit: Luca Trovato Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of shrimp, and cook 1 minute on each side or until opaque. Transfer shrimp to a plate, cover, and keep warm....
This classic Louisiana Shrimp Etouffee can be on the dinner table in just over an hour. All you’ll need is some hot sauce and plenty bread, and dinner’s ready. This classic Louisiana dish can be on the dinner table in just over an hour. Credit: Jennifer Causey; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Heather Chadduck Hillegas Have all of the ingredients prepped and ready to go before you jump in cooking....
Seasoned shrimp and herby rice are a wonderfully easy dinner. Like a good stir-fry or risotto, thisrice-powereddish feeds a crowd with very little effort. Reduce heat to low. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Cover and cook, undisturbed, until rice is tender and liquid has absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Working in batches, add shrimp mixture to skillet....
