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Since most sugar is vegan, you’ll want to reach for a candy that doesn’t contain any dairy or other animal ingredients (this means no chocolate!). You’ll also need to steer clear of gelatin, which is often made from animal parts. Even if you’re not following a vegan or vegetarian diet, consider adding these vegan candies to your candy dish this year so everyone can participate in the tasty tradition. Here are some of the most popular vegan Halloween candy options to eat and hand out this year....

There are several green beer variations out there—of course, the easiest method is just to add a few drops of green food coloring to your drink, but we wanted to know if there was a better (and tastier) option. So we tried five methods by adding different forms of green coloring to five pints of cold beer. Some were excellent, a few were only OK, and one we’ll never make again....

“Bi-level homes seem to have been most popular from the ’60s to the ’80s,” says Bret Weinstein, CEO of Guide Real Estate. “Though we do occasionally see new construction with them, this seems to be more and more exceedingly rare, as the overall market taste has moved more towards open concept and the ranch/two-story homes.” Keep reading for a look at what a bi-level house is, plus what you should consider before purchasing one....

The legend of St. Patrick dates back more than 1,000 years, and the holiday has a deep religious meaning you may not know. So as you cook up your corned beef and cabbage and don your shamrock attire, take a few minutes to learn about the religious and historical significance of St. Patrick’s Day. When Is St. Patrick’s Day? St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated on March 17, no matter the day of the week....

What Is Butter? Butter is made when cream is churned so vigorously, the butterfat solids separate from the buttermilk liquids. The resulting light yellow spreadable substance must be at least 80% fat to be sold commercially. The rest is up to 16% water, and often just milk proteins. Brands of butter vary based on the fat content; higher-fat butters tend to deliver richer flavor. (Irish Kerrygold butter, for example, is 82% butterfat....

The Top Food Orders of 2020 Here’s how Grubhub’s top orders stacked up compared to last year: It’s no surprise comfort foods such as spicy chicken sandwiches and the must-have side of French fries (up 629% for side dish orders) are somehow more delicious when made by our favorite restaurants. And working from home or not, the day wouldn’t be the same for many of us without an iced coffee. As the late-night cravings kicked-in, Grubhub saw a 277% spike in orders for jalapeño poppers....

If your offer is under asking price or significantly lower than other offers, a letter probably won’t be enough to sway the seller in your favor. If there are multiple equal offers, though, and if your Realtor agrees that a letter might help give your offer a leg up on the competition, here’s what you should include as you put pen to paper. How a Letter to the Home-Seller Can Help Letters can plead a case to sellers, make an emotional appeal, and clear up any confusion....

Editor’s Tip: If you suspect your bathroom has black mold, known as Stachybotrys chartarum, seek a professional to test it, as you may have a larger problem at hand. If the results indicate other common household molds, move forward with our cleaning tips. Best Cleaning Products for Bathroom Mold With any cleaning product for bathroom mold, you should use gloves and work in a well-ventilated area. Wearing a mask is recommended as cleaning mold can cause the release of mold spores into the air....

‘Night Sky’ petunias will upend every preconceived notion you might have about petunias. Their vivid purple petals are speckled with white, giving them a dappled, otherworldly appearance. At first, you might not even believe they’re petunias, since they probably look like nothing you’ve ever seen at a garden center. Solid purple varieties do exist, but these belong in a whole other category. The starry effect of the white spots on the ‘Night Sky’ flower is completely mesmerizing....

The process of creating a muffin batter is quite simple. Using two bowls, combine your dry ingredients in one bowl and your wet ingredients in another, then add the liquid ingredients to the dry and mix only until the batter comes together. In culinary terms, this mixing process is called the Muffin Method (yes, that is the technical term!). The process is fast and easy; However, the common downfall is that the batter can quickly become overmixed, resulting in a tough, coarse texture....

Duranta Color Combinations With its brilliant blue chains of flowers, duranta is a stand-alone knockout. Each individual five-petaled bloom most commonly is a vibrant blue shade, often edged in white. There are also other varieties in lighter shades of violet-blue, and even some in bright white. Many varieties can bloom throughout the year where they are hardy. When used as an annual in more temperate climates, their largest display of blooms is in midsummer....