Be part of the American family and part of our family as Better Homes and Gardens celebrates its 80th anniversary. Hear the voices, visions, and simple pleasures of the American family.

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A mother/daughter decorating project with taste and style that suits the whole family and a variety of dessert recipes as a reward for all the hard work.

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Bistro kitchens that serve up hearty meals with a relaxed atmosphere and flavorful family meals that are quick and easy to make for busy families.

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Three families learn lessons about the modern world when they visit the pioneer past in southern Montana in part one of a three-part series.

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Honor your mother this month by surprising her with a tasty meal she doesn't have to make with one of the tasty recipes from one of four great pasta chefs.

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Plan an outdoor summer feast for your friends and family with great recipe ideas including flavorful salads and sweet desserts. Create a party theme that your guests will enjoy!

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Celebrate the Fourth of July with festive activities for the whole family to enjoy, great food including a flag cake, and firecracker favors for kids of all ages.

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Enjoy the last few weeks of summer by spending more time with your family making meals with fresh vegetables from the garden, planting late-season bloom flowers, and remodeling your home.

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Add more flavor to your everday family meals with eight strategies for big flavor and cozy up your home with the great ideas for three different types of homes.

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Warm up your home with the colors of the season with five harvest decorations that are easy to make and prepare a hearty meal to bring your friends together this fall.

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Make Thanksgiving memories with festive fall decorations and a family feast to remember. Try one of the 11 recipes including turkey and chocolate spice cake that are rich in tradition.

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Make your holidays brighter this year with holiday decorating ideas including no-fuss Christmas arrangements, tree trims, and 25 recipes you can make to celebrate the season.

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