Winter Glow-Up Guide: Holiday Home Tips and More!

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1. For the tenderloin: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Dry the tenderloin well with paper towels and sprinkle evenly with the salt and pepper. Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil to the hot skillet followed by the tenderloin. Cook, turning every 4 minutes, until the tenderloin is an even, deep golden brown, about 12 minutes. Place the skillet in the oven until an instant-read thermometer reads 120 degrees F, or about 30 minutes for medium-rare . Remove to a platter to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
3. For the sauce: Meanwhile, preheat a grill for cooking at medium-high heat.
4. Sprinkle the scallions with 1 teaspoon salt and 2 teaspoons olive oil. Place on the hot grill and cook until wilted and slightly charred, about 3 minutes per side. (Place a pan lid on top of the scallions if they are not browning enough.) Remove the charred scallions to a cutting board and roughly chop. Add the charred scallions to a bowl along with the mustard, vinegar, remaining 1/3 cup olive oil and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir to combine.
5. Sprinkle the tenderloin with flake salt and serve with the scallion sauce.

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Winter is the perfect time to start an indoor project to refresh a space in your home. While large remodeling projects are always on the table, a smaller project – an update or a facelift – can energize you through the winter months and keep your creative juices flowing. Read on for our favorite easy winter projects.

Trim work and doors: These areas can get scuffed, dinged, and dirty from daily use. Washing, painting, or replacing trim work and doors will instantly bring a freshly finished look to your house. You could add crown molding or upgrade your doorknobs as well.

Painting: Painting a new color or an accent wall will have a huge impact on the feel and style of a room, and with newer no-VOC formulas, you may not even be able to smell the paint.

Light fixtures: Replacing dated light fixtures or ceiling fans is an easy DIY job that most homeowners can accomplish in an afternoon.

Regrouting or caulking: Regrouting tile and caulking in bathrooms and kitchens is vital home maintenance and a perfect indoor project that won’t take too much time and materials.

Wainscotting, shiplap, and decorative millwork: Imagine an intricate new ceiling medallion, a rustic shiplap accent wall, or cozy wainscotting in your favorite space – little details can make a big difference.

Mini-space makeover: Choose a room and change out the colors, decoration, and storage to make it feel like a brand-new space. This is a great time for a laundry room or bathroom makeover!

Plumbing fixtures: The look and feel of your plumbing fixtures have a huge impact on your space. Think of the difference in how your bathroom would look with ornate gold fixtures versus sleek, modern brushed nickel, or rustic style aged bronze.

Hardware: Think of new drawer pulls and cabinet knobs, switch plate covers, coat hooks, window locks, or vent covers.

Think bigger: If you’re up for it, winter’s a great time for bigger ticket upgrades too – like a tile backsplash in the kitchen, new countertops, flooring, or a basement remodel.

Don’t underestimate the impact of small projects. Refresh your home this winter with an easy indoor project you’ll enjoy immediately.