Oregon man serving prison sentence for collecting rainwater on his own property

An Oregon landowner has been subjected to a 30-day prison sentence for what he says was a simple act of collecting rainwater on his own property. CNS News reports that Gary Harrington was convicted of nine misdemeanors and sentenced to 30 days in prison, as well as slapped with a $1,500 fine, for diverting snow runoff and rainwater into three reservoirs on his property, a move that local off

The Secret to Perfectly Seared Steak

Getting a perfect sear without overcooking a steak can be tough. In this clip from the America’s Test Kitchen Cooking School, Bridget Lancaster teaches the Test Kitchen’s secret technique for perfectly seared steaks!

Three-Minute Microwave Meringues

Watch this amazing hack – no-whisk microwave meringues! Three minutes from start to finish – perfect for when you’re in a rush. All you need is one egg white and 300g of icing sugar – tell us in the comments if you try it! I think I will have dessert tonight, can’t wait.. SHARE with Friends, who LOVE Cooking :)

How to Butcher Short Ribs – where do they come from?

Learn about the different styles of short rib that you might find in your supermarket meat case and at your local butcher shop. Understand where they come from, see how they are butchered, and know what to ask for. Every steer has 13 ribs, but traditional short ribs come from ribs #5-8. What is the difference between English cut, flanken cut, and kalbi? What is the serratus ventralis a

Three Old Grain Silos Converted Into A Unique Farmhouse

This next design is highly innovative and unique and it can be found in Yamhill County, Oregon. It is a beautiful B&B place and its magic lies in the very original structure of the building as the architects used formed grain silos to build the house. These grain silos confer an industrial feel to this B&B and the strong and imposing outside harmonizes perfectly with the soft inside. The spot is

Easy Beginner Crochet Baby Blanket Tutorial

This is a fun and easy baby blanket tutorial using 2 big balls of Bernat Baby Yarn in a bulky, chenille type yarn making it super soft and spongy but still light weight. A great texture for babies and this blanket is beginner friendly with all the steps shown for this simple crocheted blanket. Make sure you get the big ball of yarn, its 300g, 10.5 oz, 258 yards, 234 m

Easy Beginner Crochet Baby Blanket Tutorial

This is a fun and easy baby blanket tutorial using 2 big balls of Bernat Baby Yarn in a bulky, chenille type yarn making it super soft and spongy but still light weight. A great texture for babies and this blanket is beginner friendly with all the steps shown for this simple crocheted blanket. Make sure you get the big ball of yarn, its 300g, 10.5 oz, 258 yards, 234 m

Horse Play: Jack Russell Rides Miniature Horse

Seven-year-old miniature horse Spanky, who stands at just 32 inches tall and his pal Dally, a six-year-old Jack Russell Terrier were rescued by horse trainer Francesca Carson and have worked together since. The dynamic duo perform their tricks across America and have even appeared on the iconic Late Show with David Letterman. Videographer / Director: Francesca Carson Producer: Jack McKay E

She Fills Old Jars With Fruit And Oil. Minutes Later? I’m Never Baking Again!

Canning jars are built to withstand a tremendous amount of heat. In addition to being boiled for canning jams and pickles, did you know they can also be baked in the oven as adorable, portable cakes in a jar? Yep! And I just LOVE this idea! CHOW says, “Start with two-and-one-half cups of fresh seasonal fruit. Put those into four half-pint canning jars. Combine one half-cup of flour, one hal

She Staples Plastic Cups Together. Now Watch What Happens When She Turns The Light On…

The next time you want to make your house sparkle — buy a few plastic cups! I like making things for my home. Whether it’s decorations or cleaning supplies, if I can make it on my own, I want to try! While this sparkle ball seems a little time consuming, it’s actually easy to create — you just need to have a little bit of patience and a lot of staples. Plastic cups, a stapler, some