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Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from KeithMcKellar and more videos in the Pies category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com A tender, flaky crust is what separates a good pie from a great one. Here’s how to make the leap. To complete this How-To you will need: 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, plus extra for roll 1/2 tsp. salt 1 c. vegetable shortening, lard, or butter, chilled 1/4 c. plus 2 tbsp. ice water A mixing bowl A fork A dough blender or food processor A rolling pin An 8-inch pie pan Two sheets of wax paper A sharp knife Step 1: Mix flour and shortening Whisk the flour and salt together in a bowl. Add the shortening, and with a dough blender, or in a food processor, cut the shortening into the salted flour until the mix is full of crumbly, pea-size pieces. Step 2: Add water Drizzle 3 tablespoons of ice-cold water over the dough, and mix it in with a fork until the dough is moistened, adding more water, five or six drops at a time, just until the dough sticks together. Form a ball, split the ball in half, and wrap the two balls separately in plastic wrap. Put them in the refrigerator. Step 3: Prepare the dough for rolling After 30 minutes, take one half of the dough out of the fridge and let it sit on the counter for a minute. Dust a flat surface with …

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from lazydiamond and more videos in the General Desserts category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com With its rich pastry cream and tangy fruit wrapped in a flaky, buttery shell, the fruit tart is a classic dessert. Make this version with one or more of your favorites berries. To complete this How-To you will need: 1 c. all-purpose flour ¼ tsp. salt 1 tbsp. shortening 6 tbsp. cold butter, cut into 1- inch cubes 2 tbsp. ice water Dry beans or uncooked rice 1 c. milk 2 large egg yolks ⅓ c. granulated sugar 2 tbsp. cornstarch 2 tsp. orange liqueur 1 tsp. vanilla extract 3 c. assorted berries Apricot jam Confectioners sugar A food processor with blade attachment A 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom A cooling rack A pre-made piecrust (optional) Step 1: Make crust Mix the flour, salt, shortening, and butter in the food processor for 2 seconds to form fine crumbs. Add the ice water and process for 2 more seconds. Remove the dough, shape it into a ball, and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Tip: You can also use your own favorite piecrust recipe or buy a pre-made, 9-inch piecrust. Step 2: Roll Preheat your oven to 425 degrees. Roll the dough to an 11-inch round and ease it into the tart pan. Fold the overhang …

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from BajillionairesClub and more videos in the Vegetable Gardening category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com There’s nothing tastier than a fresh-picked tomato. Enjoy a bumper crop this year with these tips. To complete this How-To you will need: A sunny spot A soil test Tomato seeds or transplants A tiller Garden tools Fertilizer Stakes or cages Recipes Plastic cups and indoor planters Step 1: Pick a good spot Pick a sunny spot. Tomatoes need at least six hours of sun a day. Step 2: Test the soil Test your soil to find out what nutrients it needs. Garden centers often sell do-it-yourself kits, or you can arrange a test through the Cooperative Extension System, a national agricultural network. Find a nearby Extension office on the USDA web site. Step 3: Choose tomato varieties Choose the type of tomatoes you want to plant. Apart from taste, consider the hardiness of the variety and whether it does well in your climate and soil. Plant types that mature at different times so you’ll have a steady supply of tomatoes. Step 4: Decide between seeds or transplants Decide whether to start your tomato plants from seeds or buy plants, called transplants or starts. You’ll need six to eight weeks to grow plants from seeds. Start the …

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Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from Dynamic and more videos in the Food On the Go category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Tired of eating ho-hum, overpriced takeout for lunch? Try some of these inspired homemade options. To complete this How-To you will need: Casserole ingredients Sandwich ingredients and bread Burrito-size tortillas Leftovers Cream cheese or cheddar Beans Salsa ¾ c. white wine ½ tsp. cornstarch ¼ lb. grated fondue cheese ½ garlic clove Pre-cut vegetables Baguette chunks Casserole dish Microwave-safe food containers Aluminum foil A bento box A stainless-steel thermos A medium saucepan An insulated lunch bag A long fork An insulated ice bag (optional) Agua fresca ingredients (optional) Warning: Lunches kept at room temperature can spoil. Pack your lunch with an insulated ice bag, or keep it refrigerated until you’re ready to eat. Step 1: Make a one-dish wonder On Sunday, bake lasagna, mac-and-cheese, or another hearty casserole. Pack individual portions in containers and reheat at lunchtime. Tip: Make sure your lunch container is microwave-safe. Some plastic containers leach harmful chemicals when microwaved. Step 2: Enhance your sandwich Take the boring out of a basic sandwich with spreads like hummus, pesto, or olive tapenade and pita …

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from Stabbey and more videos in the Crime Prevention category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Letting an abductor take you to a second location reduces your odds of getting out alive. Follow these steps to thwart them early. To complete this How-To you will need: Courage Aggression Ingenuity Keen observation Warning: Fighting back against an assailant is risky and could lead to injury. Step 1: Make a fuss Make a lot of noise. At the initial point of contact, your abductor’s biggest fear is having attention called to them. Raise enough of a ruckus and they may end up running away from you. Tip: Yelling “FIRE” is more effective at getting attention than yelling “HELP.” Step 2: Fight back Fight back however you can — kick, bite, claw, or punch. Research shows you have a better chance of escaping a weaponless attacker by resisting. It may even be worth the risk if they’re brandishing a gun or knife, in order to prevent them taking you to a second location. Tip: If they grab your arm, wave it up and behind you in a rapid windmill motion, which can break their grip. Step 3: Escape a moving car If the abductor gets you into a vehicle, try to jump out in a populated area where you can quickly get help. If you’re locked in a trunk …

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Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from BenandCarter and more videos in the Amusement Park Games category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Tired of spending $20 at the carnival to get a teddy bear worth $2.99? Here’s how to beat the carnies at their own games. To complete this How-To you will need: Knowledge of the most common scams The determination to beat them Step 1: Prove your strength Win the “test your strength” game—the one where you swing a mallet to make a weight shoot up and ring a bell—by focusing more on landing the mallet in the center of the target than on how hard you’re hitting it. But beware—some machines are rigged by the operator, who controls who wins simply by putting his foot on a cable. Step 2: Sink a basket Sink a basket by aiming for the basket to the right or left of the one in front of you. Shoot in a high arc and hope for a swish. If you miss, the angle might make the ball spin around the rim, causing it to drop in. Beware—some carneys won’t let you to shoot this way. Tip: Ask the carnie to sink a bucket before you waste any money. Sometimes the scam is that the basket is too small, the ball is overinflated, and/or the hoop is bent or misshaped. Step 3: Pop the balloon Pop the balloon with a dart by arcing it rather than rifling …

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from Jordana_Giorgio and more videos in the Household Pests category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Nothing can ruin a beautiful summer day faster than being attacked by bloodthirsty mosquitoes the moment you step outside. Although it might be impossible to eradicate them completely, you can fight back. To complete this How-To you will need: Repellent containing DEET Yellow light bulbs A fan Mosquito fish or a larvicide A carbon dioxide trapping device Insecticide Warning: Always use extreme caution when using insecticides, and follow the directions on the label. Step 1: Get rid of standing water To get rid of mosquitoes, you must eliminate any standing water near your home—that’s where they breed. Things like flowerpots, recycling bins, puddles, or even a overturned lid can result in thousands of mosquitoes. If you have a birdbath, change the water every couple days, be sure to treat swimming pools, & ask your neighbors to do the same. Tip: Stock ponds with mosquito fish, which feed on the larvae, or use a mosquito larvicide product. Step 2: Mow Mow your lawn frequently and try to reduce vegetation around your house, which is where mosquitoes live. Step 3: Seal off your home Make sure all of your windows and doors are …

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