AN EXPERT GUIDE TO PROPER TABLECLOTH MAINTENANCE
concentrating on each spot, too. Additionally, opt for cool or warm water, which can be less harsh on delicate but stylish fabrics. If there are still stains after washing, consider expert guidance or an additional spot treatment. DO NOT dry the tablecloth with stains. This can cement a stain into the fabric. Dry It You can finish a tablecloth in two ways. If you don’t plan to iron it, remove it from the dryer immediately after the cycle is finished and lay it flat on the table to avoid wrinkling. Fold it up after it cools and put it away if you’re not using it. If you do iron it, remove the tablecloth from the dryer while it’s still
The dining room table is the main focus of Thanksgiving. Some hosts go all out — adorning their tables with festive plates, napkins, and gourds — while others opt for simple decor and let the food speak for itself. Regardless of where you fall on that spectrum, one piece is bound to make an appearance at your next holiday meal: the tablecloth! After the turkey and its fixings are gobbled up — or if you pull out the tablecloth and notice imperfections — be sure to clean, dry, and store your tablecloth the right way to ensure it’s a staple in many Thanksgiving celebrations to come.
dries better. Then, spot treat it. Create a mixture that’s half water and half detergent. Drip some of the mixture onto the stain, and use the back of a spoon to rub the cleaning compound into the stain. Wash It Once every spot is treated, it’s time to wash. If you spot-treated the material, you may not need to add more detergent to your machine. The soap already in the cloth will lift and clean the rest of the material, while
damp. This is a little trick to avoid using steam or water as you iron!
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Prep It Before you consider the washing
machine, shake out all the crumbs and food pieces that cling to your tablecloth. This will ensure the material cleans and
Baked Cornbread and Chorizo Stuffing
Inspired by FoodNetwork.com
INGREDIENTS
• 1 lb Mexican chorizo • 1 white onion, chopped • 1 carrot, chopped • 1 celery rib, chopped • 3 garlic cloves, chopped • 2 cups premade cornbread, crumbled
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 cup chicken stock • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, for greasing • Cilantro, for garnish • Cotija cheese, for garnish
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat your oven to 350 F. 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo for 5 minutes. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook for 10 additional minutes. Stir in the cornbread and cilantro. 3. While stirring, slowly add the chicken stock. Stir until absorbed. 4. Butter a small casserole dish, then add the stuffing in an even layer. Bake for 20 minutes, garnish as desired, and serve!
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