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Release Date: December 21, 2009

As you walk through your neighborhood, do you find yourself analyzing your neighbors' yards, trying to figure out how they were able to combine all those plants to create such a beautiful yard, walkway, or garden? Wonder no more! Better Homes and Gardens® Step-by-Step Ultimate Yard & Garden takes you behind the scenes and shows you how it's done. Inside this ultimate book you'll find step-by-step instructions, a comprehensive list of garden ideas, and information for accessorizing and maintaining your new look. And a descriptive and colorful plant guide explains in detail all the best perennials, ferns, and ornamental grasses you can use to enhance the color and fragrance of your new design! • Colorful, detailed photos guide your progress. • Easy-to-follow instructions.

The ideal guide to getting started for every beginning gardenerGardening Made Simple is a comprehensive step-by-step guide to creating beautiful gardens, including all the basics of planting, growing, and caring for trees, shrubs, flowers, fruits, vegetables, lawns and other greenery. With plenty of clear and explanatory full-color photographs, it gives beginners the inspiration and simple guidance they need to achieve their green-thumb dreams.A helpful introductory section covers basic tools and techniques and shows you how to choose the right garden plans and plants for your Zone, prepare your soil, manage pests, and prune, mulch, fertilize, and water with ease.Includes more than 65 step-by-step gardening projectsFeatures 145 easy-to-grow plants, including sections on container gardening, growing your own vegetables, fruits, and herbs, flower gardening, landscaping with trees, shrubs, vines, and groundcovers, and foolproof houseplantsFeatures more than 1, 200 color photographs throughout, including step-by-step photos and shots of finished projects, as well as colorful illustrations and easy plant-by-number diagramsIncludes handy Ask the Garden Doctor question-and-answer content, and Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden tips throughoutNo matter your gardening experience and skill level, Gardening Made Simple provides the inspiration, insight, and advice you need to grow the garden of your dreams.

Bulbs for All Seasons is the ultimate guide to a versatile group of flowers beloved for their nonstop color and easy care. Whether you're a novice or an experienced bulb gardener, Bulbs for All Seasons will help you nurture these beautiful bloomers all year long.

Discover the delicious versatility of salads, featuring easy-to-find, fresh-tasting ingredients artfully combined to create more than 65 exciting main and side dishes. Provide nutritious meals with variety, taste and visual appeal.

Release Date: July 20, 2010

Release Date: November 09, 2009

A comprehensive question-and-answer guide to gardening, packed with accessible advice from the experts at BH&G. This book will be filled with easy solutions to everyday gardening dilemmas, from battling lawn weeds to deterring pests, all in an affordable, user-friendly package. Organized season-by-season, it will be easy for gardeners to identify problems as they appear in their gardens, with solutions organized by plant type, making it easy to locate related problems and solutions together. Each entry will offer short, informative notes on hundreds of common gardening challenges. This beautiful package will stand out from all other gardening advice books on the market, as each entry is accompanied by beautiful 4-color photographs throughout, demonstrating what to look for and how to resolve it. The book will be organized into four sections, by season, and by plant type within each season, making it easy to locate the topics you're looking

Release Date: October 01, 1997

Featuring over 1200 recipes--600 of them brand new--the Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book has been newly revised and updated, making American's favorite cookbook even more indispensable than ever. This Eleventh Edition is written specifically for the today's health-conscious cooks who are leading hectic and busy lives. With menu planning, cooking tips on low-fat and no-fat meals, and a guide to cooking terms, techniques and helpful hints from the Better Homes and Gardens Test Kitchen, this is a sourcebook for all who find themselves in the kitchen. The New Cook Book covers everything from cooking basics to canning and freezing, breads and cakes to fish and shellfish, and meat and poultry to soups and stews. There are recipes for sauces and relishes, and sumptuous cookies and desserts. In addition there is a new chapters on Beans, Rice and Grains and a special chapter on Grilling. Many of the recipes are designed for cooks on the go and preparation and cooking times are included for each recipe. Moreover, nutritional information is given for each recipes, and those low fat and no fat recipes are highlighted. For generations, novices and experienced cooks alike have relied on the Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book for recipes that combine excellent flavor, ease of preparation, and balanced nutrition. Now completely revised and updated, America's bestselling cookbook promises to continue that tradition,

The updated and revised 15th edition of America's favorite cookbook—now in an even more affordable comb-bound packageThe Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book has been an American favorite since 1930, selling 40 million copies through fourteen editions. This new 15th edition is the best yet, with 1000 all-new recipes and a fresh, contemporary style.New chapters have been added to meet the needs of today's everyday cooks, including chapters on breakfast and brunch, casseroles, and convenience cooking. With more than 1, 000 photos, this complete, all-purpose cookbook has everything from Pad Thai to the Thanksgiving turkey.NEW FEATURES: icons that call out fast, healthy, low-fat, and best ever; Make It Mine—new flavors to keep meals exciting; Cook Once, Eat Twice—create two great meals out of oneMore than 1, 400 recipes, including 1000 brand new to this editionMore than 1, 000 photos including step-by-step, how-to images and beauty shots

Featuring over 1200 recipes--600 of them brand new--the Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book has been newly revised and updated, making American's favorite cookbook even more indispensable than ever. This Eleventh Edition is written specifically for the today's health-conscious cooks who are leading hectic and busy lives. With menu planning, cooking tips on low-fat and no-fat meals, and a guide to cooking terms, techniques and helpful hints from the Better Homes and Gardens Test Kitchen, this is a sourcebook for all who find themselves in the kitchen. The New Cook Book covers everything from cooking basics to canning and freezing, breads and cakes to fish and shellfish, and meat and poultry to soups and stews. There are recipes for sauces and relishes, and sumptuous cookies and desserts. In addition there is a new chapters on Beans, Rice and Grains and a special chapter on Grilling. Many of the recipes are designed for cooks on the go and preparation and cooking times are included for each recipe. Moreover, nutritional information is given for each recipes, and those low fat and no fat recipes are highlighted. For generations, novices and experienced cooks alike have relied on the Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book for recipes that combine excellent flavor, ease of preparation, and balanced nutrition. Now completely revised and updated, America's bestselling cookbook promises to continue that tradition,

Release Date: April 01, 1999

Release Date: July 20, 2009

Images of beautiful, believable kitchens provide scores of design ideas and illustrate the latest options and upgrades for a sensational new kitchen.Expert advice for choosing appliances and materials, including cabinets, countertops, flooring, wallcoverings, cabinetry, and lighting, shows how to create a kitchen design that functions seamlessly.Guidelines for developing a smart layout that maximizes the usable space in any kitchen--including checklists and charts that consolidate the options and considerations for ease of planning.Rock-solid planning advice from professional kitchen designers helps homeowners make savvy choices during the design process.A new larger format; heavier, glossier paper; and more pages than any previous planner edition.

Release Date: January 26, 2010

The complete guide to water gardens, from ponds and pools to streams, fountains, waterfalls, rain gardens, bog gardens, and moreThere's nothing more calming than a beautiful, tranquil water garden and now, it's easier than ever to plan and create your own water garden at home. Better Homes and Gardens® Water Gardening gives you dozens of projects, complete with handy shopping lists, plant-by-number plans, and easy-to-follow instructions to guide you from inspiration to completion.You'll find comprehensive chapters covering all the basics of water gardening, including tips on selecting materials, simple installation techniques, basic maintenance steps, and much more.Includes more than 325 gorgeous color photos throughout, including step-by-step photos to guide you through the critical steps in projectsIncludes helpful seasonal-care charts and an encyclopedic listing of water garden and companion plants to help you easily identify where they grow best and how to care for themFeatures an entire chapter of plant-by-number water garden plans that are easy and simple to make, as well as tips from the Better Homes and Gardens Garden Doctor throughoutWith this comprehensive, easy-to-use guide, creating your own beautiful, soothing water garden at home has never been easier.

Release Date: July 27, 2009

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This must-read planning tool covers fireplace building, layout, materials, accessories, and decorating. The revised edition provides updates on fireplace options that have come onto the market since the first edition was published.Easy-to-read, problem-solving text offers hundreds of helpful tips.Inspirational photos plus design ideas for indoor and outdoor hearth spaces.Secrets on how to update an aging fireplace and rearrange furnishings around the hearth.Technical information on fireplace maintenance and safety.

The ultimate visual guide to grilling and smokingNothing tastes better than tender, juicy meat hot from the grill! Everything you need to be a backyard barbecue master is at your fingertips with this visual guide to grilling meats, poultry, seafood, and more. Bone up on basic skills, then move on to more than 250 mouthwatering recipes and 950 photos that show you exactly what to do.More than 600 step-by-step photos guide you through techniques such as stuffing pork chops, seasoning ribs, and using a rotisserie Delectable ideas for grilled sides and even desserts! Try Mexican-Style Street Corn, Buttermilk Mashed Grilled Potatoes, and Grilled Peach CobblerDozens of marinades, brines, rubs, and sauces offer endless ways to add varietyA complete chapter on smoking shows how to experience true barbecue in your own backyard

Foolproof, step-by-step guide for starting your own fresh herb gardenNothing tastes better than foods made with fresh herbs from your own backyard. Now, in Better Homes and Gardens® Herb Gardening, you'll find simple, comprehensive guidance on planning, planting, creating, and caring for your own beautiful and delicious herb garden. With 35 projects, including handy shopping lists and simple instructions, this book will help you keep your garden growing for years to come!Whether you want to begin a large backyard garden or a small windowsill set-up, this book will guide you through all the critical steps with innovative ideas, simple plans and easy directions.Features more than 575 gorgeous full-color photos, including step-by-step photos to guide you through important stagesOffers 35 recipes for specific uses for herbs, such as homemade teas, spreads, potpourris, sauces, dressings, seasonings, and moreIncludes helpful seasonal-care charts and an encyclopedic listing of 145 herbs for easy identification and careFeatures an entire chapter of plant-by-number plans that are easy and simple, as well as tips from the Better Homes and Gardens Garden Doctor throughoutWith this beautifully photographed and easy-to-use guide, filling your home with fresh, aromatic herbs is easier than ever!

Specifically geared toward the beginning stages of planning an addition.Breaks complex information on structural, system, and site concerns into doable strategies.Discusses options for materials as well as heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning needs.Dozens of real-life inspirational photographs and detailed illustrations.Easy-to-use charts streamline and organize planning and make it a pleasant task.Prepares homeowners to work comfortably with a contractor to meet design and budget parameters.

An affordable new comb-bound edition of the go-to guide to healthy and delicious eating for dietersDieting doesn't have to involve boring meals that taste like cardboard. Though eating healthy takes effort, it won't be nearly as difficult with Eat Well, Lose Weight from Better Homes & Gardens. With more than 500 recipes for low-calorie, healthy variations of classic foods like burgers, pastas, pizza, and cookies, this massive cookbook will help keep dieting effective and delicious. Plus, Eat Well, Lose Weight contains the latest nutritional information, including diabetic exchanges, and low-calorie holiday recipes to keep your diet on track year-round. Includes more than 500 recipes with a full-color photo of each oneHelps dieters manage portion control, select healthier fats, and find new ways to incorporate healthy whole grains into their mealsOffers healthy shortcut meals for staying on track when there's no time to prepare a more complex meal

450 fantastic cookie recipes, from tried-and-true classics to unbeatable brownies to fabulous favorites that span the globe. Enticing color photos of cookies on every spread. Storage instructions are included for every recipe. Prep, Chill, Bake, and Stand times are highlighted for each recipe. Bonus chapters: Our Holiday Best and Quick Candies. Chapter divider pages include feature text. Full-color baking and decorating guide filled with ingredient information, tips, and techniques from the Better Homes and Gardens Test Kitchen.

The ultimate resource for home organization and storageThis book gives you unique ideas and innovative tips for making every room in your home organized and efficient. Brilliant photographs give inspiration while instructional illustrations provide the information needed to tackle organizing and storing everything from toys and sports equipment to clothing, kitchenware, and home office supplies. Kitchen and dining area projects show you how to make the most out of every square inch, with how-tos for constructing built-in and freestanding cabinetry and banquettes, plus projects for adding glide-out shelves, baskets, and turntables to existing cabinets. The sections on bedroom and bath projects include diagrams showing you how to build platform beds with built-in storage space, closet systems, toy storage, and storage for linens and bath supplies. Whether you're looking for a simple solution to everyday clutter or a major renovation that will transform an entire room, you can turn to this idea-packed

Specifically geared toward the beginning stages of planning an addition. Breaks complex information on structural, system, and site concerns into doable strategies. Discusses options for materials as well as heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning needs. Dozens of real-life inspirational photographs and detailed illustrations. Easy-to-use charts streamline and organize planning and make it a pleasant task. Prepares homeowners to work comfortably with a contractor to meet design and budget parameters.

A highly illustrated, plant-by-numbers guide to planning and planting your ideal gardenWhether you're planning your first garden or want to try something new without all the trial and error, Beds and Borders provides easy, step-by-step, illustrated plans for more than ninety garden projects. Each project comes complete with an inspirational color photo and an overhead-plan-view planting plan with a planting grid to show correct spacing and plant size. A plant list accompanies each project and doubles as a shopping list, making it simple and easy to gather all your supplies and plants in one quick trip to your local garden supply store. Features more than ninety garden projects and more than 300 photos and illustrationsIncludes simple, well-illustrated, step-by-step instructionsProvides informative tips and hints, including descriptions of the best plants for specific circumstances, regional notes for ways to adapt gardens for various regions across the country, and frugal gardening suggestions.Offers problem-solution features that detail regional notes to explain the best plants for particular regions and garden plans for difficult-to-landscape features like slopes and shadeFor first-timers and green thumbs alike, Beds and Borders offers something for every gardener.

Expert tips to spruce up the front of any homeAnyone who buys or sells a home knows that, when it comes to real estate, books are judged by their covers. Creating curb appeal is a key way to accomplish preserving and protecting the value of what is most likely to be a family's biggest single investment. Unlike most books that focus on projects to enhance a home's backyard, Quick & Easy Curb Appeal focuses on projects that help make the front of the house more attractive. Pulls together information from Better Homes and Gardens' rich library of contentProjects for tackling walkways, driveways, porches, and moreTen must-dos for re-selling a home from real estate prosPart inspiration and ideas, part resource guide, and part home maintenance reference, this book arms readers with everything they need to let their home give its guests a great first impression.

No other book looks or cooks like this one! Whether you're a novice or seasoned cook, this book is for you. Intro to Cooking:  An 84-page visual guide answers any question you might have about ingredients, tools, and techniques.Skill Level: A skill level icon lets you know if a recipe is easy, easier, or easiest to make.Ask Mom: At the bottom of every recipe you'll find questions you might have about that recipe and a cross-reference to the page with the answer. It's that easy!550+ Recipes: There's everything from the comfort foods you crave (mashed potatoes and mini meat loaves) to the world flavors (Indian curries and Thai-style wraps) you enjoy in restaurants.900+ Color Photos: 600 step-by-step photos show you everything you need to know; 300 finished recipe photos entice you to cook.700+ Tips: Learn from the experts with helpful advice, tips, tricks, and more.