Yankee Home Improvement - March-April 2019

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DON’T BE SIDELINED WHAT REPLACING YOUR SIDING CAN DO FOR YOUR HOME AND YOUR WALLET

The siding you choose to line the outside of your house can set the tone for the feel, look, and health of your home for decades to come. It often makes one of the first impressions of your home to guests, neighbors, and potential buyers. Yet, siding can be one of the most forgotten pieces of your house to update, purely because most people miss the signs of their siding being on its last breath. Shingles peel and windows crack, but what does siding do when it needs to be replaced? Siding can crack, chip, and become discolored as it ages, too. But its damage can also show in other, more expensive ways. Mold and moisture can begin to seep into your home through old siding. These substances can leak and grow into the foundation and bones of your home, causing expensive repairs and health hazards. Furthermore, your energy bills may skyrocket when your siding is overdue for a replacement, as cool air floats in. However, many homeowners are hesitant to jump on board with a full siding replacement. Reservations are chalked up to the costly price

tag for these repairs in addition to the time it takes to carefully remove and replace each piece. But consider this: According to a study by Remodeling Magazine, reported in Business Insider, replacing your siding can increase your home’s value by 78 percent . That’s a big return on a relatively small investment. Yankee Home Improvement’s Preservation High-Performance Insulated Siding System is built to increase your home’s value while also wrapping it in a blanket. This system features stylish siding options that combine function with class. We can guarantee the color of your siding will last for generations with this vinyl siding’s UV protection, energy efficiency, and traditional cedar stylings. Vinyl siding is one of the more cost-effective materials on the market, with its lifespan stretching more than 60 years. If you’re considering a siding upgrade, take advantage of our free estimates and durable Preservation High-Performance Siding. Find out more online at YankeeHomeImprovement.com or by calling (413) 320-4994.

Homemade Corned Beef

Inspired by Food Network

INGREDIENTS

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2 quarts water 1 cup kosher salt

1/2 cup brown sugar

2 tablespoons saltpeter (potassium nitrate) 1 cinnamon stick, broken into large pieces

1 teaspoon mustard seeds

1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

8 cloves garlic

8 whole allspice berries 12 whole juniper berries 2 bay leaves, crumbled 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

2 pounds ice

1 5-pound beef brisket, trimmed

1 small onion, quartered

1 large carrot, coarsely chopped 1 stalk celery, coarsely chopped

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large stockpot, combine water, garlic, and all herbs and spices to make brine. Cook over high heat until salt and sugar are fully dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in ice. 2. Once water temp reaches 45 F, place brisket in a 2-gallon zip-close bag, pour in brine to cover, lay flat in a large container, and store in fridge. 3. Brine for 10 days, checking daily to make sure brisket is fully submerged and brine is stirred. 4. After 10 days, remove brisket from brine and rinse under cool water. In a large pot, cover brisket, onion, carrot, and celery with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and gently simmer for 2 1/2–3 hours. 5. Remove, slice across the grain, and serve.

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