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  • A dainty white coffee cup on a saucer is stained inside with a coffee ring.

    Why Your Coffee Mugs Have Stubborn Stains And How To Get Rid Of Them

    Coffee stains on your favorite mug can be particularly hard to remove. Science explains how the beverage can leave marks on your cup (and how to remove them).

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 11 months ago Read More
  • Waffle in waffle maker, next to waffles and nuts in a plate

    The Proper Way To Clean Your Waffle Iron

    A waffle maker has little crevices that give waffles their signature pattern, but which are also very hard to clean. Here's the best way to go about it.

    By Julia Mullaney 11 months ago Read More
  • A container of baking soda next to cleaning tools

    Is It Safe To Use Baking Soda To Clean Cast Iron?

    Baking soda is often a go-to for cooks looking to clean stubborn grime. But can you use this miracle powder on your cast iron?

    By Shawna Schofield 11 months ago Read More
  • filter with used coffee grounds

    5 Ways To Repurpose Coffee Grounds In Your Kitchen

    Instead of composting them immediately, keep a bowl of used coffee grounds on hand in your kitchen for a number of DIY cleaning and food prep purposes.

    By Lauren Dozier 11 months ago Read More
  • a row of reusable water bottles

    Your Reusable Water Bottle Is Probably Gross. Here's How To Clean It

    Reusable water bottles are an excellent way to stay hydrated with less environmental impact, but they need to be cleaned more often than you think. Here's how.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 11 months ago Read More
  • kitchen with wood cabinets

    The Safest Ways To Clean Sticky, Grimy Wooden Cabinets

    When it's time to give your kitchen cabinets a deep cleaning, here are the best ways to remove that sticky, grimy dirt that's accumulated on their surface.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 11 months ago Read More
  • Wooden kitchen counter featuring clean stovetop with white backsplash, kitchen tools, and plants

    Why There Should Always Be A Cup Of Vinegar On Your Kitchen Counter

    If you want your kitchen to always smell fresh and clean, you should be keeping a cup of white vinegar on your kitchen counter. Here's why it works.

    By Jessica Riggio 11 months ago Read More
  • Baking soda and clear vinegar on kitchen countertop

    You Should Never Use Baking Soda And Vinegar On Cabinets. Here's What To Do Instead

    Next time you're about to bust out the vinegar and baking soda for your kitchen cabinets, don't. There are better ways to clean them.

    By Jackson Williams 11 months ago Read More
  • A sponge on a glass stovetop

    Your Glass Stovetop Is Gunky, But Don't Make This Huge Cleaning Mistake

    If your stovetop is looking grimy, you might be tempted to reach for a few common household cleaning tools, but some can make the damage worse.

    By Shawna Schofield 11 months ago Read More
  • A dirty glass electric stove

    Removing Burned Water Stains From Your Electric Stovetop Is Easier Than You Think

    If you've ever had an overflow of boiling pasta water, you've probably earned a few water stains on your electric stovetop. Here's how to get rid of them.

    By Shawna Schofield 11 months ago Read More
  • Cleaning ketchup on a kitchen countertop

    How To Remove Even The Peskiest Of Ketchup Stains From Your Countertop

    Ketchup is a condiment that nearly everyone has, so you've probably had issues with it staining your countertops. Here's how to get rid of even the worst stain.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 11 months ago Read More
  • rusty cast iron skillet

    How To Remove Rust From Your Cast Iron Without Ruining It

    If your cast iron pan develops rust, don't fret. Here's everything you need to know about cleaning it, so you don't have to worry about causing more harm.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 11 months ago Read More
  • A woman loading dishes into a dishwasher

    Why You Should Avoid Rinsing Your Dishes Before Loading The Dishwasher

    It might seem like second nature to rinse your dishes before popping them into the dishwasher, but it's not necessarily the best move. Here's why.

    By Shawna Schofield 11 months ago Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling

    The Simple Way Ina Garten Keeps Her Pots And Pans Looking Shiny

    Ina Garten isn't just a cooking master: The famous chef also knows a thing or two about getting stubborn stains off her cookware. Here's her secret.

    By Camryn Teder 11 months ago Read More
  • Dishes in a dishwasher

    The Dishwasher Mistake That's Leaving Your Cookware Filthy

    You may think you're dishwasher gets cleaned with every cycle, but that would be a mistake. For truly clean dishes, you need to wash something extra.

    By Shawna Schofield 11 months ago Read More
  • A person opening up an oven in a modern kitchen

    The Ancient Tool That Cleans Even The Grimiest Of Ovens

    It's inevitable that your oven is going to get dirty, and sometimes you need something stronger than your go-to cleaner to lift away baked-on grime.

    By Shawna Schofield 11 months ago Read More
  • Person cleaning microwave with a sponge

    You Probably Aren't Cleaning Your Microwave Often Enough

    If you're like most people, cleaning your microwave is one of the last things on your list during a busy week. But you should be cleaning it more often.

    By Shawna Schofield 11 months ago Read More
  • brown bowl overflows with raw spinach pieces

    Your Foolproof Guide For Washing Spinach

    Did you know that leafy greens like spinach can carry bacteria? Here's how to wash your spinach properly to avoid food poisoning.

    By Megan Lim 11 months ago Read More
  • Person grating a carrot with a box grater

    Make Your Box Grater Easier To Clean With One Easy Trick

    Box graters can be stubborn things to clean, especially when shredding sticky foods like cheese. Luckily, there is one way to make the job easier.

    By Shawna Schofield 11 months ago Read More
  • One Genius Storage Technique For Baking Pans Can Open Up Tons Of Kitchen Space

    It can be difficult to store your baking pans in a way that makes the best use of your cabinet space. However, this genius storage hack can help.

    By Buffy Naillon 11 months ago Read More
  • Cookies on a baking sheet being taken out of the oven

    What Is The Best Material For Baking Sheets?

    Baking sheets come in a variety of materials that each have their distinct advantages and drawbacks. However, one reigns supreme as the all-around best choice.

    By Shawna Schofield 11 months ago Read More
  • Person putting food down garbage disposal

    5 Things That Should Never Go Down Your Kitchen's Garbage Disposal

    If you want to keep your garbage disposal in top condition and avoid clogs, damages, and expensive repairs, never put these foods down the drain.

    By Jolee Sullivan 11 months ago Read More
  • Three plastic food containers with leftovers

    Banish Lingering Odors From Plastic Containers With One Simple Trick

    Plastic containers can start to smell after storing pungent leftovers, but fortunately there's an easy way to eliminate any unwanted odors.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 12 months ago Read More
  • Knives stored in a wooden knife block

    How This Common Habit Turns Your Knife Block Into A Safety Hazard

    The most dangerous part of your knife block might not be the knives. Here's how to make sure you're storing your knives the safest way possible.

    By Shawna Schofield 12 months ago Read More
  • A person holding a moldy strawberry

    If One Berry Grows Mold, Is It Safe To Eat The Rest?

    Does one moldy berry ruin all of the other ones in a container? We have the scientific answer to set your mind at ease.

    By Shawna Schofield 12 months ago Read More
  • A woman wears a rubber glove while cleaning an oven door.

    Everything You Need To Clean An Oven Door Is In Your Pantry

    If you want to clean your oven door but avoid store-bought products with their harsh chemicals, consider using this item already in your kitchen pantry.

    By Shawna Schofield 12 months ago Read More
  • coffee grounds and beans

    Don't Toss Your Coffee Grounds, Use Them To Clean Your Dirtiest Pans

    Regardless of how you brew your joe, make sure to save those used coffee grounds at the end. The coarse powder can make your greasy cookware shine like new!

    By Chloe O'Donnell January 15th, 2025 Read More
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