PLAY AND PRECAUTION WHAT NOT TO DO THIS SUMMER
We all know that wearing sunscreen outdoors is a wise thing to do in summer, but what about knowing who shouldn’t operate a lawnmower or which pool accessories to avoid relying on to prevent drowning? Here are a few commonly overlooked safety tips that could mean the difference between a fun day in the sun and a stressful stay at the hospital. WATER WISDOM Nice weather typically prompts us to find the nearest pool, but our delightful dips can lead to disaster if we ignore basic safety rules. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns that drowning is the second-leading cause of death for people under the age of 15. Although foam or air- filled flotation devices like pool noodles,
water wings, and inner tubes are popular summertime accessories, experts caution that they’re more toys than legitimate safety devices and are often unreliable. To provide your little ones with stronger protection, seek Coast Guard-approved life jackets instead. Most importantly, no one should swim alone, regardless of age. The National Drowning Prevention Alliance recommends that any pool party — solo or otherwise — have at least one person watching who is at least 16, trained in CPR, able to contact 911 quickly if necessary, and sober . LAWN LOGIC A delightful breeze is blowing, your grass is getting long, and your grandkids are out of school. Seems like a perfect scenario to put the children in your family to work,
right? Not so fast! The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that no one under 12 operate a push mower, and riding mowers should only be operated only by people 16 or older. If you’re fortunate enough to have a volunteer mower of the appropriate age, make sure they remove any jewelry and replace any baggy attire with safer clothing before switching on any lawn equipment — and don’t let them start their outdoor chores without putting on eye protection and closed-toed shoes! Injuries (or worse) can occur in an instant. Stay vigilant this summer to ensure summer stays a season of joy. —Tim Hanbury
CHEESY TOMATO- BASIL STUFFED CHICKEN
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INGREDIENTS • 4–6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts • 1/2 cup basil pesto • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese • 1/3 cup oil-packed sun- dried tomatoes, drained, oil reserved
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 425 F. 2. Slice chicken down the middle horizontally (not cutting all the way through). 3. Spread pesto inside filleted chicken, then stuff with cheese and tomatoes before closing chicken, covering filling. 4. Place chicken in a large oven-safe skillet. Drizzle with reserved oil. 5. Set the skillet over medium heat; cook 5 minutes. 6. Add 1 1/2 cups tomatoes, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and season with chili flakes. Cook 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat. 7. Bake in oven for 7–10 minutes until chicken is cooked through and tomatoes burst. 8. Toss remaining 1/2 cup tomatoes with basil, thyme, salt, and pepper. 9. Serve the chicken topped with fresh tomatoes.
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2 cups cherry tomatoes, divided 2 cloves garlic, smashed 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
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Chili flakes, to taste 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
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1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves Salt and pepper, to taste
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