Tabla de contenidos para November 2025 en Real Simple

FOR SELF-CARE, HOME CARE & ALL YOUR OTHER CARES Kitchen Gear In our testing, this five-quart Dutch oven performed just as well as the spendy name-drop options. And how cute are these mixing bowls (they’re part of a set) and tiny cocottes? Be on the lookout for everything you need to get dinner (or lunch! or breakfast!) on the table. Desk Org At REAL SIMPLE, we’re into stuff that works hard (like we do) and is cute (also like us)! So our new line includes all sorts of office organizers in bamboo (shown) and clear or tinted acrylic—pen cups, stackable drawers, caddies, magazine holders. Plus, we made a bunch of reversible desk blotters in fun colors and patterns. There’s even a rotating laptop stand that makes getting everyone into the…

Dry Out the Bird… For crispy skin, let your turkey sit in the fridge, uncovered, for a day or two before roasting to reduce moisture. Water is a heat sink, says food scientist Arielle Johnson, PhD, author of Flavorama: A Guide to Unlocking the Art and Science of Flavor. Meaning, it absorbs heat and drives down the temperature of whatever is near it. “And the chemical reactions that cause browning need higher temperatures.” So if the turkey’s skin is wet at all, the water will inhibit browning. You can also salt your bird before you put it in the fridge. Through osmosis, the NaCl draws some moisture from the skin and spreads it through the meat, ultimately making it juicier. …or Soak It in Buttermilk Though well aware of the…

COVER YOUR DRINKS See that cup of water? It’s begging to be knocked over. Skip the (breakable!) glass and opt for a spillproof insulated tumbler or bottle. Bonus: It’ll keep your H2O chilled all night long. Better bonus: It’ll prevent dust from settling into your drink while you snooze. DO AN EDIT Only the essentials get to live on top of your nightstand—maybe a little dish for everyday jewelry, a lamp, water, the book you’re reading, and tissues if you need ’em. This is your sanctuary! A streamlined space will make for sleepier nights and calmer mornings. CONSIDER DRAWERS Everything else gets tucked away in drawers. Eye masks, lotions, and other must-have sleep things are better off in closed storage so they don’t cause clutter or collect dust. Add a…

IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK a lot like…Hallmark holiday movie season! The channel’s official “Countdown to Christmas” marathon kicks off in mid-October—this year, with 24 brand-new movies. Are these made-for-TV rom-coms a tad formulaic? Sure are! Are they also irresistible? You betcha, with their sweet storylines, perfectly timed snowfalls, and too-cute-to-be-real villages. Only guess what: Many of those charming little villages are real. They look like film sets and smell like hot cocoa, and they have actual, visitable holiday festivals this time of year. Read on and get ready to leave your uptight fiancé and big-city life behind for the small town where your rugged ex who never did settle down now runs a dairy farm. Pack a sweater! Victoria, British Columbia Dozens (!!!) of Hallmark movies have been filmed in…

WIND EXISTS because the sun heats the Earth unevenly, creating areas of low air pressure and high air pressure, says climate scientist Kate Marvel, PhD, author of Human Nature: Nine Ways to Feel About Our Changing Planet. Low-pressure areas are where warm air is rising; high-pressure areas are where cold air is sinking, pushing down on the air below it. “Air—like everyone!—gets uncomfortable in high-pressure situations,” Marvel says, explaining that the air being pushed down on will whoosh away toward a low-pressure zone, where it can fill the void left behind by the rising warm air. That whooshing is the wind. And while we can’t see it, we can definitely feel its effects. “Our lives are shaped by moving air,” Marvel says. Yep—in various ways, the wind influences our entire…

Poems That Hit Home How About Now, the spectacular new collection by bestselling poet Kate Baer (What Kind of Woman), is all about change: the effects of getting older, what it’s like to watch your children grow, how relationships evolve (or don’t). Touching on everything from text chains to bridesmaid speeches to panic attacks, the poems uncover the profundity behind our seemingly ordinary lives. Keep this slim book on your nightstand—it reads like words of compassion from your wisest friend. Folkloric Fiction In the new novel by Oyinkan Braithwaite, Eniiyi is a young woman living in Lagos who feels trapped by a generational curse. Born on the same day as her cousin’s funeral, she’s told she’s her reincarnation and, like the other women in her family, she’ll lose the man she…

USE Aluminum Foil AS A Roasting Rack The point of a roasting rack? It elevates your turkey so the hot oven air can circulate underneath, helping the bird brown and cook evenly. Aluminum foil can do the exact same thing! Start with one giant sheet (at least a few feet). Holding it lengthwise, crumple it so it looks like a snake. Then coil it up, put it in your pan, and perch your turkey on top. USE A Turkey Baster AS A Fat Separator While we don’t recommend basting your turkey (see previous page), we still recommend owning a turkey baster because you can use it for all sorts of things! Like watering small plants, draining ground beef, and creating excellent pancake art. On Thanksgiving, it can suck up the…

Roasted Squash with Za’atar & Almonds ACTIVE TIME 35 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 50 MINUTES SERVES 8 3 small (1-to-1¼-lb.) acorn squash, halved lengthwise and seeded1½ tsp. ground cumin1½ tsp. ground coriander½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper6½ Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided2 tsp. kosher salt, divided2 large leeks, well cleaned1 Tbsp. honey2 tsp. za’atar2 tsp. lemon zest plus 3 Tbsp. fresh juice (from 2 lemons), divided1 clove garlic, grated (about ½ tsp.)⅓ cup roasted, salted almonds, chopped¼ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley¼ cup chopped fresh mint PREHEAT oven to 475°F. Cut squash halves crosswise into 1-inch-thick half-moons; place in a large bowl. Toss with cumin, coriander, pepper, 3 tablespoons oil, and 1 teaspoon salt. Arrange in an even layer on 2 large rimmed baking sheets. Roast until starting to brown, about…

Dear Forest, Every day I work at my desk facing the window, and there you are, facing back. Standing tall on our mountain, dressed in so many colors of green I would need new words to account for them all. So many leaves, all facing forward like books in a shop window, each one holding its own creative vocations inside, drinking sunlight and making the sugars of life, the air of a world, the oxygen I breathe. I understand that I could not live without you. Every minute, every day, I take in what you give away. And you ask me for nothing. Maybe you don’t care what I’m doing in here, sheltered under beams made of your dead brethren. My chair, my desk, even my floor—you cradle me completely.…

IDEAS, DIYS & REALLY GOOD TIPS Holiday Bundt with Cranberries & Spice ACTIVE TIME 35 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 3 HOURS, 50 MINUTES SERVES 12 This beauty—from baking queen Dorie Greenspan’s Dorie’s Anytime Cakes ($35; harpercollins.com)—also makes for a fantastic breakfast the next day. Should there be any left. Cake Baking spray with flour2⅓ cups (280 g) all-purpose flour2 tsp. baking powder1¼ tsp. ground cardamom¾ tsp. fine sea salt¾ tsp. ground coriander½ tsp. baking soda½ tsp. ground ginger1½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar1 medium orange12 Tbsp. (1½ sticks) unsalted butter, cubed and softened⅓ cup neutral oil (such as canola)3 large eggs, at room temperature2 tsp. pure vanilla extract1 cup (230 g) plain whole-milk Greek-style yogurt, at room temperature2 cups cranberries, fresh or frozen (not thawed), coarsely chopped Glaze 2¼ cups (275…

ADVICE, INSPIRATION & A LITTLE PEACE OF MIND JUDGING FROM NEARLY every pop song ever written, humans are obsessed with the heart, metaphorically speaking. But the actual, physical organ? Many of us go through the day without giving it much thought. Well, we should! According to the CDC, about 44% of women in the United States have some form of heart disease, which kills more women annually than all cancers combined. Even if you’ve always had good blood pressure—which is linked to a lower risk of heart problems—that can change when you begin menopause, says Kathryn M. Rexrode, MD, MPH, chief of the Division of Women’s Health at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. Estrogen helps blood vessels relax and dilate, and when the hormone declines during perimenopause, vessels can…

LET LINENS DO THE HEAVY LIFTING For a tabletop that’s rich with texture, layer a tablecloth with a runner and/or place mats and/or napkins in matching or power-clashing prints. The key to pulling off the latter: Make sure they’re all in the same limited color palette. Namita Hand Block-Printed Tablecloth, from $125, Divya Hand Block-Printed Table Runner, $99, and Mehak Hand Block-Printed Napkins, $76 for 4; soiltostudio.com MIX IT UP WITH YOUR FLATWARE Think of silverware as jewelry for your place settings—the final, glinting touch that makes your table literally shine. Play around with sets in the same material but different shapes for a cool, modern take. Alternatively, go with the same shapes but different finishes. 16-Piece Cutlery Set, $90; hm.com Squiggle 5 Piece Cutlery Set, $150; misettetable.com LAYER IN…

RECIPES FOR REAL LIFE A cow’s milk cheese that’s made in northern Italy, Grana Padano is a lot like Parmigiano-Reggiano but slightly sweeter and smoother, says Tess McNamara, director of fresh products at Eataly North America. While both of the hard, crumbly cheeses are produced in similar ways, the rules for earning the Grana Padano label aren’t as strict. “For one, it’s only aged for a minimum of nine months, while Parm starts at 12,” McNamara says. The looser regulations means it’s about $5 cheaper per pound. And because it can do almost anything Parm can, reach for it when you need a whole bunch for a recipe or just want to grate with abandon!…

Readers say… Um, it’s pretty crucial! “No way am I going without. Ever.” TABITHADUMAS11 “Underwear always. Unless I happen to be behind on laundry (whoops).” ASHLEYLINDEN Not when you’re sleeping! “Never to bed. That’s the time to air it out.” BARRY_NANCY “I refuse to wear it to bed when I’ll just wake up nonstop to pick my wedgie.” MACROFRIENDLYDESI Huh? What is underwear? “I don’t wear it unless I have my period.” REYVERANDROW “I am 68 years old. I haven’t worn panties in 50 years.” THE.DISH.DIVA The experts say… The choice is yours, says Jennifer Lincoln, MD, an ob-gyn in Portland, Oregon, and the author of Let’s Talk About Down There. “There’s no medical need to wear underwear. That said, if your pants are rubbing and causing discomfort, pain, or…