"Martha Stewart's Very Good Things"
I'm so excited about my latest book - my 98th - “Martha Stewart's Very Good Things: Clever Tips & Genius Ideas for an Easier, More Enjoyable Life" published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. I hope you have your copy - it's in bookstores right now!
Yesterday, during my appearance on NBC's The Today Show, I showed co-hosts Hoda Kotb, Carson Daly, and Al Roker several of my favorite "Good Things" - how to make my delicious green juice, how to cook an easy, no-fuss frittata, and how to mix a flavorful no-waste salad dressing. My new book contains the best of 30-years of "Good Things" - that's more more than 500 useful, sensible solutions that help make life easier, more beautiful, more delicious, and more efficient. Among them - "Good Things" for decorating, cleaning, organizing, gardening, entertaining, celebrating and of course, cooking. If you don't already have the book, you can purchase it on our new web site, MarthaStewartGoodThings.com, where you can find more do-it-yourself tips, tricks, and inspirations.
Enjoy these photos. And if you missed my segment on The Today Show, just click on the highlighted link.
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- I debuted “Very Good Things” during the 30th anniversary year of our magazine, “Martha Stewart Living.” For more than three decades, we’ve offered our readers what I call “Good Things” or those smart, quick “a-ha” tips and tricks that our readers love. And now we have this first volume complete with more than 500-of those wonderful solutions. I know you will love this compendium of helpful, practical home and life hints. Buy a copy today at MarthaStewartGoodThings.com and find out how you can win a signed copy of the book!
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- Yesterday, I appeared on The Today Show from one of the kitchens at my farm. It was also where we celebrated the launch of our newest web site MarthaStewartGoodThings.com. Be sure to check it out and subscribe!
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- One of my own best good things is my daily green juice, which I have every morning. I am fortunate to have a garden filled with fresh vegetables all year round, but this juice is so versatile, one can use leftover greens and a variety of different fruits.
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- In my juice, I love to add celery. Don’t cut off the green leaves, just be sure to wash it thoroughly – it can go right into the juicer.
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- All my plants are grown organically and have no chemical taste at all. Spinach also goes into my green juice. Spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, and a good source of manganese, magnesium, iron and vitamin B2. In this juice, I also added cucumber, ginger and a fresh orange.
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- On the counter I also have everything prepared for another “Good Thing” – a no-fuss fritatta. The classic “mise en place” or “everything in its place” will definitely save lots of time – be sure to clean, cut and measure all the ingredients before cooking.
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- If you’re cooking breakfast or brunch for a crowd, just whisk together 12 large eggs in a buttered 9-by-13-inch dish and add some of your favorite vegetables.
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- For this fritatta, I added broccoli, peppers, onions, mushrooms – whatever is left over in the fridge can be folded into the fritatta. Then cook it in the oven at 400-degrees Fahrenheit for about 18-minutes.
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- And, it can be eaten alone, or served as part of a sandwich – I love these fritatta sandwiches. They’re so good, and so easy to make.
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- It can be served warm or cold, and at any time of day – it’s not just for breakfast. Your guests will love these.
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- Another classic “Good Thing” is the no-waste salad dressing. It’s always a challenge to get the last bit of mustard out of the jar – instead, just use the jar itself to make a delicious vinaigrette. Here I am pouring some olive oil into the jar already infused with fresh herbs.
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- Finally, add a bit of lemon, garlic, salt, and pepper to taste. And you can reuse the jar over and over.
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- There are so many wonderful tips in this handbook – it makes a great gift for anyone!
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- So many of you love this soap dispenser “Good Thing” – just decant your dishwashing liquid into an attractive glass bottle and top it with a pour-out spout available at any kitchen supply store. This tip was first introduced in my April/May 1993 issue of “Martha Stewart Living” – do you remember this one?
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- This entryway DIY “Good Thing” uses two unfinished wood cabinets placed side-by-side to optimize storage space in a foyer or mud room. Outfit the cabinets with legs and hooks to fit your needs.
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- Here, we arranged painted pegboards to organize desktop supplies – measuring tools on one, wrapping paper and scissors on another, and a magnetic memo board below – everything is within reach but keeps the clutter off the desktop.
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- Another workspace idea is to use modular cork tiles to create a custom pinboard. These are so easy to cut and fit into any space, and can be used to display children’s art work, notes, photos, a calendar, or any other items that may otherwise get lost in a pile.
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- Every kitchen should have these sliding space-savers. These pull-out storage solutions are available at home improvement centers. They are great for accessing items in the back of cabinets. And, they can be found in a range of sizes and materials.
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- This “Good Thing” utilizes a lazy Susan to corral cooktop essentials such as salt, pepper, and often-used utensils – just spin to get what is needed.
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- I know you will love this compendium of helpful, practical home and life hints. Buy a copy today at MarthaStewartGoodThings.com.
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