Clicking through Pinterest lately for some new summer recipes? From fancy frozen popsicles, to fun drinks, there are a million options for things to enjoy while you cool off…but if you\u2019re still feeling a little more of that summer heat than a fruit smoothie can cure, try F.H. Furr\u2019s 4-Part recipe for keeping cool! With just a few \u201cingredients,\u201d this recipe will enable you to experience your most comfortable summer yet. And the best part…it’s easy!\u00a0<\/p>\n
Step 1: Close the blinds and let down the curtains<\/strong>. It\u2019s tempting to celebrate summer by letting in as much light as possible. Just about every magazine ad features a summery-looking beach home with the windows and doors flung wide open. Sadly, for those of us who want to keep the cooling bill down, this isn’t our reality! As soon as the sun hits your home in the morning, the blinds and curtains should be closed. You probably already have these forms of \u201cinsulation\u201d in place, so utilize what you\u2019ve got.<\/p>\n Step 2: Don\u2019t cook.\u00a0<\/strong>Yes, that\u2019s right \u2013 you heard it from us. Step away from that stove. Turning on the oven or stove generates a significant amount of heat. Serve cold soups, salads and raw veggies and fruits. This keeps your home cooler, and who really wants a big heavy meal when it\u2019s 100 degrees, anyway, If you really do need to heat something up, grab a cold drink and head out to the grill!<\/p>\n