Throwing away produce can get frustrating and costly. Revive wilted strawberries or lettuce by placing them in a bath of ice water for 20 minutes. Be sure to rotate the berries or leaves of lettuce halfway through.
Store Berries in a Single Layer
Berries have a tendency to mold and get mushy quickly. To keep this from happening so quickly remove them from the plastic packaging and spread them out on a baking sheet. Be sure to keep the berries in a single layer. This prevents the juices from one berry leaking over another, preventing them from decaying as fast.
Lengthen the Life of Your Lemons by Storing them in the Fridge
Do you watch your lemons get moldy and wither away on the countertop? Lengthen the life of your lemons by storing them in the refrigerator. They will stay juicy and last longer.
Absorb Bottle Drips With Twine
Are you tired of wine or olive oil dripping down the sides of your bottle after every pour? Wrap twine around the top of a bottle to keep the liquid from dripping down the side. Not only will you keep your countertops clean and dry but you will also up your decor game.
Deodorize Your Fridge With Coffee Grinds
Coffee grinds have the power to absorb unpleasant smells. Next time your fridge smells less than fresh, place used or new coffee dry grounds on the top shelf of your refrigerator to absorb those unpleasant odors.
Steam Clean Your Microwave
Microwaves get dirty quickly. A simple hack for loosening all of the bits of food and grease from the sides is by steam cleaning. Place a small microwave-safe bowl of white vinegar in the center of the microwave and warm for approximately 5 minutes. Microwave power varies, so be sure to monitor the cleaning and shorten the time if all the vinegar is evaporated. Use extreme caution with the bowl and any remaining liquid as they will be extremely hot. The debris and grime will be loosened and will easily wipe away.
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