White Walls are Back by Linda Sullivan

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A neutral paint scheme balances with dark flooring and wood finishes and brings emphasis to architectural elements.

Tip: Minimal use of color will provide a timeless elegance that never goes out of style.

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Wall-to-Wall Art Gallery

Courtesy of Nicole Sassaman

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Our room today is featured, not so much for the furniture or it's arrangement, although important, but more to bring your attention to the artwork. The arrangement is ideal to add to your collection over time. Starting a new row is simple, add the new artwork in the center and work up or down, your preference.

Note: Bring in crisp white wainscoting to keep a rich color like this chocolate brown from making a space feel too cave-like.

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Serene Living by Jennifer Charleston

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A simple palette of pale and calming neutrals, balanced by deep espresso wood finishes, lend a sense of serenity to the space. A large, low sectional dominates the living area and creates an inviting space for lounging.

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Sweet Pea Mash

Courtesy of Kitchen Daily

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Brighten up your plate with this brilliant-green puree. Serve with roasted jumbo shrimp or garlic-rubbed lamb chops.

Ingredients

Serves: 4

3 1/3 cups frozen peas (1 pound)
3 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 cup minced scallion greens or chives
2 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Directions

Heat peas, water and salt in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring often, until the peas are heated through, 6 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a food processor; pulse with sour cream and pepper until a chunky puree forms. Pulse in scallion greens (or chives) and bacon.

Nutrition Facts
Per Single Serving / Serves 4 Total
Calories 164 Calories from fat 54
Total Fat 6gm 9% Saturated Fat 3gm 15%
Mono Unsaturated Fat 2gm Cholesterol 19mg 6%
Sodium 320mg 13% Total Carbohydrates 19gm 6%
Fiber 7gm 7% Protein 9gm

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Living Zen by Gregory Augustine

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This large open living area was divided by specific furniture arrangements. Everything is tied together by the subdued palette of warm grays and lavenders, accented with butter yellows. The reflective hues of the surrounding city buildings at dusk were inspiration for the color palette. Asian antiques and art further the zen mood.

If subdued palettes are not you, go bold; there is no wrong way to decorate a space that reflects you and your family.

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Yogurt-Zucchini Bread with Walnuts

Courtesy of Kitchen Daily

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This moist, nutty bread is a terrific way to use up late-summer zucchini . The walnuts in the bread are super-heart-healthy, and the yogurt adds moisture without any fat.

Ingredients

Serves: 8

1 cup(s) walnut halves, 4 ounces
2 cup(s) all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon(s) baking powder
1/2 teaspoon(s) baking soda
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
3/4 cup(s) plus 2 tablespoons sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup(s) vegetable oil
1/2 cup(s) fat-free plain Greek yogurt
1 cup(s) coarsely grated zucchini, from about 1 medium zucchini

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°. Butter and flour a 9-by-4 1/2-inch metal loaf pan. Spread the walnut halves in a pie plate and toast them for about 8 minutes, until they are fragrant. Transfer the toasted walnuts to a cutting board and coarsely chop them, then freeze for 5 minutes to cool.

2. In a large bowl, whisk the flour with the baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a medium bowl, mix the sugar with the eggs, vegetable oil and fat-free yogurt. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients along with the grated zucchini and toasted walnuts and stir until the batter is evenly moistened. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 1 hour and 10 minutes, until the loaf is risen and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the loaf cool on a rack for 30 minutes before unmolding and serving.

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Old World Elegance - Compliments of Baylor Anne Bone

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Our featured designer has taken the elegance of Old World and incorporated a look enjoyed by celebrities of Old Hollywood. A neutral palette of glam can be yours for a fraction of the price. Yard and Garage sales are perfect places to start but also venture out to your local second-hand or vintage stores for unexpected finds. Remember, you are not limited to the designer's choices, mix it up to suit your style, color and personality.

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Mini Red Velvet Cheesecakes

Courtesy of Kitchen Daily

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Ingredients

Serves: 24

24 mini Nilla Wafers
1 8-oz package reduced-fat cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 egg white
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup pureed beets, canned or steamed
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions

Preheat oven at 300°F. Line a 12-cup mini-muffin tin with paper liners. Place a Nilla Wafer into each muffin cup.

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add the egg white and vanilla, and mix well. On low speed, beat in sour cream until just combined. Reserve 1 cup of the batter and set aside for the swirl or simply beat in the beets and cocoa powder for an all-red cheesecake.

For the swirl, fill each muffin cup halfway with the white batter. Spoon a dot of the red batter on top of each, and with the tip of a knife, swirl the red batter in.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges of the cheesecake begin to firm while the center is still soft. Remove cheesecakes from the oven and cool in pan on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Cover and chill at least 1 hour before serving.

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Eclectic Mix of Pillows - Compliments of Erinn Valencich

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A long window bench gets a pop of pattern with this eclectic mix of pillows. Easy to create in your space at very little cost. Visit your local fabric store's clearance table for the best deals in town. No window bench, this ideas works for sofas and beds; be creative, step outside the box and enjoy the rewards.

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