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  • Hands holding a half-carton of brown eggs in front of an open refrigerator

    How To Tell If An Egg Is Bad Without Any Extra Supplies

    You don't need any gadgets to gauge the freshness of an egg. This one simple trick is enough, though you can use some more easy tests just to be sure as well.

    By Crystal Antonace 19 hours ago Read More
  • Ball Mason jar

    The Cooking Oil Mason Jar Hack That'll Make You Ditch The Original Bottles

    It's no secret that Mason jars have plenty of uses in the kitchen. But have you ever considered using them for your cooking oil? Here's why it's a good idea.

    By Jackson Williams 1 day ago Read More
  • Whole and halved lemons

    The Low-Effort Way To Preserve Lemons Before They Go Bad — Without Losing Flavor

    Have any lemons laying around that you don't plan to use within the next few days? Here's a simple way to store them (and preserve their flavor) for months.

    By Julia Mullaney 1 day ago Read More
  • People pouring bags of ice into a tub outdoors

    Buying Bagged Ice? Don't Forget To Do This One Thing Before Putting In Your Freezer

    Ready to cool down some summer drinks? If you're storing a bag of ice in the freezer, don't forget to do this beforehand to avoid large, inconvenient clumps.

    By Jennifer Magid 2 days ago Read More
  • A bowl of frozen spinach

    How To Freeze Spinach Without A Watery, Soggy Mess

    Spinach is a tasty green that's packed with healthy nutrients. If you're wondering how to freeze spinach to keep it fresh for longer, these tips are on point.

    By Jackson Williams 3 days ago Read More
  • Fresh jalapeño peppers.

    Can Jalapeños Be Canned Without Pickling?

    If you're trying to can jalapeños at home without losing any of their spicy flavor, you might be wondering if it's possible to can them without pickling them.

    By Lauren Bulla 4 days ago Read More
  • Kitchen with artistic wine bottle holders

    Use Your Wine Collection To Snazz Up The Blank And Boring Sides Of Kitchen Cabinets

    The sides of kitchen cabinets tend to be blank and boring, but they're actually prime real estate for letting your wine collection snazz up your kitchen.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 5 days ago Read More
  • bulk avocados in green fruit bags

    How To Store Your Giant Bag Of Costco Avocados For Maximum Freshness

    If you're grabbing a big bag of avocados from Costco, you should know how to prevent them from all ripening at the same time by storing them properly.

    By Jessica Riggio 5 days ago Read More
  • Fresh cilantro being chopped on a cutting board

    Keep Cilantro Fresh And Slime-Free For Months With A Simple Ice Cube Trick

    Slimy cilantro can put the brakes on a well-planned meal. If you want to know how to keep cilantro fresh for longer, try this simple ice cube hack.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 6 days ago Read More
  • An open kitchen cabinet with jars and other containers inside.

    The Genius Way To Store Messy Pantry Ingredients For A Headache-Free Kitchen

    If bottles and jars of condiments and other pantry staples are making a mess in your cabinets, here's a simple but effective way to organize them.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 6 days ago Read More
  • Person putting two baskets' worth of groceries into their car

    What Is A Costco Door? The Genius Home Feature Making Grocery Trips Less Tiring

    No one likes lugging two weeks' worth of groceries through the front door. That's why everyone's jumping on board with the aptly named 'Costco door.'

    By Sara Traynor 7 days ago Read More
  • Raw potatoes in a basket on a wooden table

    How To Freeze Potatoes The Right Way (And Why Most People Get It Wrong)

    The truth is, with just a few quick and easy prep steps, you can upgrade your freezing game and never let any leftover potatoes go to waste again.

    By Adam Raphael 8 days ago Read More
  • Beer bottles stored in fridge

    Why Temperature Is Key For Properly Storing Craft Beer

    To preserve craft beer's aromatics and flavor, you should make sure to store it at the correct temperature. Here's what an expert suggests.

    By Jackson Williams 10 days ago Read More
  • K-Cup organizer on a counter next to stove and utensils

    15 Most Creative Coffee Pod Holders We've Ever Seen

    These coffee pod organizers are fun but functional displays, highly rated for their durability, functionality, and overall utility in the kitchen.

    By Sara Klimek 10 days ago Read More
  • stainless steel refrigerator

    The Incredibly Simple (And Cheap) Way To Give Your Refrigerator A Stylish Makeover

    Every home has a refrigerator, but many of them are plain, simple things. Give yours a stylish makeover using this simple, cheap, effective method.

    By Greta Pano 11 days ago Read More
  • retro glass sugar dispensers on a table

    How To Turn A Standard Mason Jar Into A 1950s Diner-Inspired Sugar Pourer

    Mason jars can be used in a shockingly broad variety of ways, from packed salad lunches to the base for 1950s diner-inspired sugar pourers.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 11 days ago Read More
  • Daniel Boulud leaning on a metal counter in a restaurant kitchen

    The Bougie Kitchen Appliance Michelin-Rated Chef Daniel Boulud Uses For Wine

    Wine is an expansive category. For every $5 bottle is a $500 bottle, and those expensive bottles need bougie appliances. Daniel Boulud agrees.

    By Ilene V. Smith 12 days ago Read More
  • Bottles of Sweet Baby Ray's barbecue sauce on shelf

    How Long A Bottle Of Sweet Baby Ray's Sauce Is Good For After It's Been Opened

    Sweet Baby Ray's sauces are pretty much all delicious, but they don't last forever once opened. Here's how long you have before your bottles need replacing.

    By Amanda Berkey 12 days ago Read More
  • Character bento box with fresh fruit and vegetables

    Keep Your Bento Box Breakfast Fruit Fresh With One Foolproof Tip

    Fresh fruit is a fickle thing by nature. This one crucial foolproof tip will ensure maximum longevity for your fruit in your breakfast bento box.

    By Jackson Williams 12 days ago Read More
  • Freshly picked carrots with leafy tops

    The Best Way To Store Carrots Requires This Important First Step

    Carrots are a kitchen staple, but one drawback is that they don't hold their crunch if stored improperly. Enter the secret to keeping your carrots fresh.

    By M Lavelle 13 days ago Read More
  • Woman organizing kitchen

    One Of The Best Kitchen Organization Tools Is Actually Made For Footwear

    Keeping your kitchen gear organized and in the proper place can be a true challenge, but it gets much easier if you use this tool typically meant for footwear.

    By Sara Traynor 13 days ago Read More
  • kitchen being remodeled

    Planning A Kitchen Remodel? Don't Overlook This Versatile Storage Option

    A kitchen remodel requires some serious decisions about storage areas like drawers and cabinets. Here's one versatile storage option to keep in mind.

    By Marco Sumayao 13 days ago Read More
  • Modern, minimalist kitchen with white and wood features

    What's A Toe-Kick Drawer? (And Why Your Kitchen Might Need One)

    You can never have enough storage space in a kitchen! That's where toe-kick drawers come in: They are a clever way to create more space and keep clutter away.

    By Ashlen Wilder 14 days ago Read More
  • White round cheese on a cutting board

    The Best Way To Store Queso Fresco In Your Fridge

    Queso fresco is very fresh, and it can go bad quickly if you don't eat it right away. Here's how to keep it in top shape in your fridge or even in your freezer.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 14 days ago Read More
  • a series of mason jars on a shelf, two containing brown sugar and the rest empty

    The Huge Storage Mistake Many People Make When Buying New Mason Jars

    Wondering how to store those new Mason jars made out of delicate glass? Turns out, the best method is right in front of you.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 15 days ago Read More
  • Matcha powder on spoon

    Should You Really Be Storing Matcha In The Freezer?

    Matcha will lose its deliciousness over time, so it's understandable to want to delay that as much as possible. But is freezing it a good solution?

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 16 days ago Read More
  • Cooling rack with baked goods on top

    Your Old Cooling Racks Are The Perfect Storage Solution For These Jumbled Kitchen Items

    If your baking cooling rack doesn't get much use, try using it to store these kitchen items that are notorious for becoming cluttered and jumbled.

    By Ashlen Wilder 16 days ago Read More
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