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  • person with shopping cart in a beer aisle

    What You Absolutely Need To Know Before Buying Unrefrigerated Beer

    They’re called “cold ones” for a reason, yet you can find unrefrigerated beer in stores everywhere. Here’s what you should know before buying any.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 4 months ago Read More
  • Chocolate chip cookie dough

    The Best Way To Freeze Cookie Dough For Easy Baking Later

    Cookie dough yields delicious results, but sometimes a recipe makes way more than you need. Here's how to freeze cookie dough for easy baking later on.

    By Jane Chertoff 4 months ago Read More
  • close up of bushell of shiny apples

    The Easiest Way To Remove That Pesky Waxy Layer From Apples

    You may not have realized it, but apples have a waxy layer for protection, either naturally or from processing. Here's the best way to remove it.

    By Amanda Berkey 4 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of person cutting an avocado with a metal kitchen knife

    Never Use A Metal Knife To Cut Avocados. Here's Why

    Have you been using a metal kitchen knife on your avocados? This major kitchen mistake can cause them to go bad faster. Here's what to do instead.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb 4 months ago Read More
  • closeup of a kitchen pantry

    Easily Repurpose This Piece Of Furniture Into A Pantry

    It's easy to run out of storage space in the kitchen, especially if it's a small one. If you need some extra pantry space, try using this furniture piece.

    By Marco Sumayao 4 months ago Read More
  • Shelves filled with glass jars of home-canned vegetables

    10 Foods You Should Avoid Canning

    While canning at home can be a great hobby to take up, there are some foods you should definitely avoid canning yourself so you don't get sick or hurt.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley 4 months ago Read More
  • A variety of spices at a bazaar in Turkey.

    A Creative Travel-Size Trick For Spices That You'll Actually Use

    It can be difficult to travel with your most-loved spices. Use this small solution so you can easily bring along spices in your luggage or even in your pocket.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 4 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of lobster bisque

    How Long Does Lobster Bisque Actually Last?

    If you've made lobster bisque at home and have some left over, here's everything you need to know about storing it and how long you have before it spoils.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 4 months ago Read More
  • Bacon on wooden board

    How To Store Your Raw Bacon In A Clean And Convenient Way

    Storing a whole bulk package of raw bacon can be messy and inconvenient. This foolproof hack solves the problem with only a few kitchen staples.

    By Julia Mullaney 4 months ago Read More
  • Sparkling wine being poured into glasses

    The Easiest Way To Tell If Your Sparkling Wine Has Gone Bad

    Sparkling wine has a shelf life like any other drink, but it can be harder to tell if it's gone bad compared to others. Here's what you should know.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 4 months ago Read More
  • racks of wine bottles in a fridge

    Turn Any Mini Fridge Into A Budget Wine Station With One Simple Add-On

    While a dedicated wine fridge may seem like too pricey an accessory, especially if you're not a frequent wine drinker, this mini fridge hack is more affordable.

    By Jennifer Magid 4 months ago Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay wearing a white chef coat at an event

    Gordon Ramsay's Brilliant Tip For Keeping Herbs Fresh Longer

    Have you ever grabbed fresh herbs at the store, only to later find them wilted in the fridge? Try Gordon Ramsay's storage tip for longer-lasting herbs.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 4 months ago Read More
  • An pantry full of organized items.

    How The FIFO Pantry Storage Method Saves Money And Reduces Food Waste

    Following this simple rule not only keeps your pantry organized, but saves you tons on groceries while helping you build a more sustainable household.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 5 months ago Read More
  • A woman placing food into the freezer

    The Freezing Mistake That's Depleting Your Frozen Food Of Nutrients

    An expert tells us that properly freezing food to retain most of its nutrients isn't as easy as dumping it in a resealable bag and putting it in the freezer.

    By Adam Raphael 5 months ago Read More
  • A metal pizza peel with a pizza on top in front of a stone pizza oven.

    How To Store A Pizza Peel Without Wasting Precious Kitchen Space

    A pizza peel is convenient when baking but not so convenient when it comes to storage. Consider options that keep this kitchen tool handy but out of the way.

    By Betsy Parks 5 months ago Read More
  • Cake batter in clear bowl with hand mixer

    Can You Freeze And Store Cake Batter?

    If you've ever wondered whether you could make a whole bunch of different cake batters and freeze them for cakes on demand, here's what you should know.

    By Jackson Williams 5 months ago Read More
  • Modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances.

    Everything You Need To Know About The Average Lifespan Of Kitchen Appliances

    Even new appliances need proper maintenance and upkeep to extend their lifespan, and these tips will help you know what to expect, and to ensure they last.

    By Orianna McDavid 5 months ago Read More
  • Herbs in glasses of water

    A Glass Of Water Can Preserve Herbs Longer. Here's How It Works

    Fresh herbs can elevate any dish, but keeping them at their peak can be challenging. Discover how a simple glass of water can keep your herbs fresh for longer.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 5 months ago Read More
  • A woman holding reusable grocery bags.

    You're Making A Potentially Dangerous Error When It Comes To Storing Reusable Grocery Bags

    Using reusable grocery bags is a sustainable choice, but you should know about this unsafe habit that could potentially make you sick when you store your bags.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 5 months ago Read More
  • close up of a pile of lemons

    Can You Freeze Whole Lemons?

    Freezing whole lemons may seem like the easiest way to store them, but you should know how to prepare them first (and what they can be used for after).

    By Sarah Lintakoon 5 months ago Read More
  • Wood paneled peninsula kitchen with ceiling lights and fridge on right.

    The Savvy Shelf Setup That Maximizes The Functionality Of Your Kitchen Peninsula

    Storage space is always a premium part of any kitchen, and if you have a peninsula-style layout, then incorporate more shelving without making it feel crowded.

    By Lauren Bulla 5 months ago Read More
  • Variety of canned vegetables in mason jars on wooden shelf.

    Mason Jars Can Be Airtight If You Do This

    Making Mason jars airtight is not that challenging, as long as you're following the correct process and making sure that you have the appropriate materials.

    By Lauren Bulla 5 months ago Read More
  • Modern colorful kitchen toaster plugged into an electrical outlet.

    A Clever Space-Saving Use For Your Broken Toaster

    If you have a broken toaster, don't send it to the landfill. Beyond recycling, there's a clever space-saving way to repurpose it in your kitchen.

    By Sara Traynor 5 months ago Read More
  • Jar of peanut butter

    Here's When Store-Bought Peanut Butter Actually Expires

    Store-bought peanut butter goes bad sooner than you might think. Here's how to know when you should toss your container of peanut butter.

    By Julia Mullaney 5 months ago Read More
  • Person holding an assortment of small and large tomatoes in their hands

    How To Properly Ripen Tomatoes Off The Plant

    If you've accidentally bought unripe tomatoes at the grocery store, you can use this super easy hack to ripen them off plant in just a few days.

    By Crystal Antonace 5 months ago Read More
  • a clean and tidy kitchen

    The Clever Kitchen Storage Spot Most People Never Even Consider

    Space is a precious commodity in a kitchen that you can never have enough of, and there's one area full of potential that you probably aren't utilizing enough.

    By Sonora Slater 5 months ago Read More
  • A woman with her back to us in a small kitchen

    The Unexpected Tool That's Solving Kitchen Storage Woes With Rustic Charm

    If you're like us, your kitchen probably doesn't have as much storage as you'd like. This rustic tool may be an unexpected, though charming, solution.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 5 months ago Read More
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