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Welcome to Food52’s new series Let Me Show You, where our favorite culinary experts break down kitchen fundamentals.
In this episode of Let Me Show You, content creator and cookbook author Stefan Ng answers our deep…
Welcome to Food52’s new series Let Me Show You, where our favorite culinary experts break down kitchen fundamentals.
In this episode of Let Me Show You, content creator and cookbook author Stefan Ng answers our deepest cutting knife-related questions, like: What’s the difference between eastern and western knives? Which style best suits an experienced cook? And how do we actually use a whetstone?
This is a super fun, easy hack for you to help organize your cupboard or fridge and create a simple snack station for your kids, whether you need it to stop them from yelling “Mooooooom I’m hungryyyyy” for the millionth time this summer break or simply want to make lunch-making easier when back to school […]
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This is a super fun, easy hack for you to help organize your cupboard or fridge and create a simple snack station for your kids, whether you need it to stop them from yelling “Mooooooom I’m hungryyyyy” for the millionth time this summer break or simply want to make lunch-making easier when back to school hits. It’s super flexible and there are actually a few different ways to use it, depending on what fits your lifestyle best.
Looking for other ways to give your kitchen a DIY overhaul? Check out these Incredible, Life-Changing Ways To Organize Your Kitchen! What about those messy cupboards? Take a look at these Genius Ways To Organize Your Cupboards Using Dollar Store Items.
Start by getting a three-drawer plastic caddy (like THESE ones). We got ours from our local Walmart, but you should be able to find them all over the place, as they’re quite common. Using a chalk pen (like THIS one), write either your kids’ names or the names of the snacks that you’re going to put in each drawer. If you put snack names on the plastic caddy, it’ll act more as storage. If you put your kids’ names on it, it’ll be more like a snack “vending machine”, letting them keep track of how many snacks they have left for the day or week.
After stocking up on your usual snacks, it’s time to load up the drawers! Either divide up the snacks according to what each child is allotted or add specific snacks to their corresponding drawer. Restock whenever the snacks are running low and the kiddos start asking for snacks again! This is a great way to make sure your kids are getting some balance in what they eat. For example, they’re almost guaranteed to grab the fruit gummies first, but they know that have to eat the apple slices before they can ask for a snack drawer restock.
You can create a snack station that goes in your cupboard or fridge – it’s up to you! If you’re creating one that goes in the fridge, make sure you clear out a space that your kids can reach (if you want them to be able to, that is). It’s that simple!
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It’s time to put that lazy susan to work! We’ve got a super fun, super simple hack for you to help organize your fridge and create a simple snack station, whether you need it to stop your kids from yelling at you about being hungry (for the millionth time!) or simply want to make lunch-making […]
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It’s time to put that lazy susan to work! We’ve got a super fun, super simple hack for you to help organize your fridge and create a simple snack station, whether you need it to stop your kids from yelling at you about being hungry (for the millionth time!) or simply want to make lunch-making easier. This is a great DIY way to organize your fridge if you feel like you’re always packing a lunch or preparing a snack for your kiddo!
We love our lazy susans! Check out these other cool ways to organize your kitchen using one HERE!
Is your fridge so messy that it needs more than a little lazy susan help? Check out these Helpful Tips To Organize Your Fridge for some major inspiration!
It’s simple. Buy a lazy susan that suits your needs. Clear out some space in your fridge (and maybe check out these Things to Throw Out of Your Fridge Right Now while you’re at it) and add the lazy susan. If you want, use a chalk pen (like THIS one) to write the types of food on the caddy. Then add whatever snacks you’ve got into each of the compartments.
Alternatively, you can create a breakfast station in your fridge with yogurt, cheese, jam or other toast toppings, or fruit to help your kiddo pick out their own breakfast. You can also write each child’s name on the plastic sides and divide up their snacks so that they always know what they can pick from and how many daily snacks they have left!
That’s it! It’s just one of each many ways to use a handy dandy Lazy Susan to tidy up your kitchen.
Looking for an inexpensive lazy susan? Check out the one we used HERE or grab THIS super cute two-tiered version for double the space! Alternatively, check out your local dollar or discount retail store to find one on the cheap.
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So, you’ve decided to invest in an air fryer. Great choice! They offer impressive flavor and texture with far less oil. But with so many on the market making the decision on which air fryer to buy can be difficult. There are so many things to consider from the features and benefits to the price. […]
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So, you’ve decided to invest in an air fryer. Great choice! They offer impressive flavor and texture with far less oil. But with so many on the market making the decision on which air fryer to buy can be difficult. There are so many things to consider from the features and benefits to the price. Thankfully our custom shopbot experience will be able to help you find the best air fryer for you and all you have to do is answer a few simple questions!
Before you buy an air fryer here are the things you should know:
Who Should Use An Air Fryer
If you love fried food but want to eat healthier, then an air fryer is for you. Air fryers have the ability to create fried flavor and texture with up to 80-percent less fat when compared to foods deep-fried in hot oil.
Air fryers are also for people who want to cook food faster as their very efficient small appliances. Did you know some air fryers can even heat from room temperature to 350-degrees farenheit in less than three minutes? An air fryer can be a great investment if you want to eat healthier but don’t want to sacrifice flavor. Our chatbot will be able to help you find the right one for you.
Size and Capacity of The Air Fryer
Before buying an air fryer you’ll want to know its size and capacity. Firstly, how big is the air fryer? Do you have enough space on your kitchen counter or in a cabinet to store it? Thankfully there is a wide range of sizes from small compact air fryers to even larger air fryers suitable for families.
Further, you’ll want to know the air fryers’ capacity. First, decide what you want to cook in it and how much you need to cook in it? The capacity you require will change drastically depending on how many people you’re cooking for whether that’s two people or a family of six. Typical air fryers will have the capacity to cook about 1.6 to 2.5 pounds of food which is great for cooking sides or chicken wings. But, if you want to cook a whole chicken you might require a larger than standard capacity.
Wattage
Knowing the air fryer’s wattage is important as it ensures your kitchen outlet can support it. Standard air fryers require about 800-1400 watts. But that’s not all, the wattage is also important to determine what the air fryer is capable of cooking.
If your goal is to primarily make sides like cooked vegetables, fries, and frozen chicken nuggets then you may only need an air fryer that features 800 to 1000 watts. However, if you’re hoping to cook meat or reheat foods with an air fryer you’ll need more power up to about 1300 watts. Finally, if you want to bake casseroles or cakes (yes it can make dessert too) in an air fryer you’re going to need even more power, about 1500 watts.
Features and Benefits
Another neat thing about air fryers is their features and benefits will range. You can get a simple air fryer that only fries food or you can get air fryers that are also pressure cookers. Some even allow you to cook two separate food items at once making it easier to cook a whole meal. You should also consider the Philips air fryers as Philips is one of the leading brands that offers varying sizes, prices, and features — there really is something for everyone!
Other questions you’ll want to ask are, does it have an easy to read display? Are the buttons and settings easy to navigate? And finally, you’ll want to make sure it’s easy to clean. Most air fryers will disassemble effortlessly and are made of washable parts (some are even dishwasher safe!) Our chatbot will be able to help you find the best air fryer for you!
Settings
Recognizing what settings are available on the air fryer is an important step in finding the right air fryer for you. Some air fryers feature temperature dials while others have buttons. Some even come with built-in timers to make cooking easy.
Furthermore, pay close attention to what temperatures the air fryers offer. Depending on the model, some air fryers might not get as hot as you’ll need to cook your favorite foods! Just be sure to choose an air fryer that can get as hot as you need it.
Price
Finally, before buying an air fryer you’ll want to consider the price. The great thing about air fryers is there is one for every budget. They can cost as little as $50, up to $400. The price will drastically vary based on its feature and benefits as well as its size. A quick chat without our chatbot will help you find the best air fryer for you!
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These kitchen hacks will make your life so much easier! 40 game-changing ideas!
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Genius hacks are amazing because they make our lives easier. There are so many wonderful kitchen hacks floating around the internet that we wanted to find and compile the best ones for you!
These kitchen hacks range from how to cut fruits and veggies quickly and perfectly, to cleaning hacks and everything else in between. Once you start utilizing these hacks, your time spent in the kitchen will become much more efficient!
Pineapple is one of the hardest fruits to cut. Not only do you have to worry about that tough middle core but cutting off the prickly skin is no easy feat either.
This awesome hack shows how you can cut a pineapple with ease. You’ll be able to cut the perfect bite-sized pieces so that your pineapple is readily available for snacking or serving at parties.
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/how-to-cut-the-perfect-pineapple-every-time/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
There is nothing worse than digging into a delicious salad only to find that your lettuce has gone soggy. The best salads are ones that are made with crisp fresh lettuce.
This hacks guarantees that your lettuce will stay fresh just how you like it! Not only that, but it may keep your lettuce nice and crips for an entire month – WOAH!
https://brooklynfarmgirl.com/how-to-store-lettuce-to-last-for-a-month/ PHOTOS AND TUTORIAL HERE: BROOKLYN FARM GIRL
Cutting grapes in half is extremely important especially if you have little ones in the house. However, it is never fun when you have to scramble and prepare their snack while they’re crying in the background.
Hanger is a real thing so when you find yourself in this situation make use of this awesome hack and cut a handful of grapes in half all at once! Further, you can use this hack for cherry tomatoes too because they’re essentially the same size!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/the-fastest-way-to-cut-cherry-tomatoes-and-grapes-in-half/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
I hate to admit it but I am definitely clumsy when it comes to the baking department. Separating eggs yolks is not easy (in my opinion).
If you’re like me you’ll appreciate this baking hack! All you’ll need is a plastic water bottle. Never experience accidentally breaking a yolk or crunching on baked eggshells again!
https://theburlapbag.com/blog/2012/08/separate-an-egg-yolk-from-the-white-with-a-bottle/ PHOTOS AND TUTORIAL HERE: THE BURLAP BAG
Cast iron pans are amazing kitchen tools because if they are taken care of properly, they can literally last a lifetime! Plus, they can seriously cook everything from veggies to meat and even desserts like cake.
Unfortunately, if you don’t take care of your cast iron pan you can ruin it quickly! Don’t put it in the dishwasher and don’t wash it with soap and water either! Instead, check out this easy hack that teaches how to properly clean your pan as well as how to season it for future use!
https://toriavey.com/how-to/how-to-clean-and-season-a-cast-iron-pan/ PHOTOS AND TUTORIAL HERE: TORI AVEY
There are so many different kitchen tools available and it’s hard to know which ones are worth the money. Garlic presses are one of those kitchen tools that are certainly handy but what else are you going to use it for?
This kitchen hack shares how you can achieve the same perfectly minced garlic as a garlic press would produce but instead, you’ll be using a Microplane. The great thing about this is that it’s easy to use, easy to clean and means you’ll get multiple uses out of it too! Use it to mince your garlic but also to zest your lemons, limes, and oranges, and even to grate nutmeg!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/easily-mince-garlic-without-a-press-and-without-a-mess/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Reduce, reuse and repurpose! I bet you thought I was going to say recycle, however, instead of recycling your empty ketchup bottles go ahead and repurpose it! We found an awesome hack that utilizes an empty ketchup bottle to help create the perfect pancakes.
Using a ladle to scoop pancake batter into the frying pan can be messy! The ketchup bottle will help you create the perfect round pancakes and if you’re feeling creative it’ll even help you create fun shapes like hearts!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/how-an-old-ketchup-bottle-can-make-the-coolest-pancakes/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Deseeding a pomegranate is never easy and not to mention is incredibly messy! If you’re like me you often are left with red-stained hands and a sad amount of seeds. More than often, I get frustrated and promise myself to never buy the fruit again.
If that sounds like you, let us help you fall in love with this nutrient-dense fruit again! This hack is not only easy but will help you deseed the pomegranate in seconds! Then you’ll be well on your way to enjoying them by the handful, tossed in a salad or however you like them best.
https://www.fabhow.com/deseed-pomegranate-less-30-seconds.html PHOTOS AND TUTORIAL HERE: HOW FAB
Grinding spices is the best way to achieve fresh and fragrant flavors. Electric coffee grinders are great tools for grinding spices quickly and effectively, however, they can quickly become built up with leftover spices and aromas.
This hack shares how a handful of rice can quickly help remove leftover bits and pieces as well as the odors. Using this hack you can have a clean grinder in just a few seconds!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/use-rice-to-clean-your-spice-grinder-in-seconds/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Society has shifted to finally accept and encourage others to eat more healthy fats. People are enjoying avocados more than ever and for good reason – it’s delicious and a great source of Omega 3 fatty acids!
However, the worst thing about avocados is that they seem to go from ripe to overripe incredibly quick! This hack provides the ins and outs of how to effectively store your avocado and how to prevent it from browning too quickly.
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/save-your-avocados-from-browning-with-this-simple-trick/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Baking is hard work, and the last thing you want is all your hard work to go to waste. If you’re hanging onto leftover cake don’t let it go stale! Instead, try this genius hack!
This idea uses bread and toothpicks to ensure that your cake never goes stale. The bread acts as a barrier and will cause the bread to go stale instead of the cake.
https://www.createdby-diane.com/2012/07/no-stale-cake.html PHOTOS AND IDEA HERE: CREATED BY DIANE
It is incredibly frustrating when jars are hard to open. It’s even more frustrating when you don’t have anyone around to help you! That is where this awesome hack comes in.
A spoon is your secret weapon when it comes to tackling stubborn jar lids! You’ll quickly discover that it will help break the seal and, in turn, will allow you to open the jar with ease.
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/this-common-kitchen-utensil-opens-stubborn-jars-in-seconds/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Cutting boards are important kitchen tools that help to prevent scratches and marks on your countertops! However, failing to take proper care of your cutting board may cause it to deteriorate quickly.
This hack proves how easy it is to give a wooden cutting board a deep clean! The best part is that all you will need is half a lemon, coarse salt, and a bench scraper.
https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-clean-wooden-cutting-boards-with-lemon-and-salt-cleaning-lessons-from-the-kitchn-195151 PHOTOS AND TUTORIAL HERE: KITCHN
I don’t know about you but grating cheese is so satisfying! What isn’t satisfying is when the cheese clumps up or becomes stuck to the grater.
This brilliant hack lets you in on 2 secrets on how to prevent cheese from sticking. Keep in mind this hack will work for both a handheld grater and the box style too!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/the-no-stick-method-to-grate-cheese-with-ease/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Say goodbye to flipping pancakes because sheet pan pancakes just made breakfast prep so much easier! All you’ll need is your favorite pancake mix, foil or non-stick cooking spray, and a sheet pan.
While our recipe is infused with fresh berries you can toss in whatever mix-in’s you like! Keep them plain, or consider adding chocolate chips – your choice! Once you see how easy this is and how you can effortlessly feed a crowd, you’ll never want to prepare pancakes the same again!
http://www.forkly.com/recipes/easy-sheet-pan-berry-pancakes/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE HERE: FORKLY
There is nothing more luxurious than diving into a treat topped with the dreamiest whipped cream. However, getting the whipped cream to be the perfected light and airy texture does require some elbow grease and handy electric beaters, until now that is!
This hack is especially handy if you don’t own a set of electric beaters or if you’re not in your normal kitchen environment. All you’ll need is a mason jar and heavy cream! With those 2 items and this genius hack, you’ll be well on your way to enjoying whipped cream while you’re camping, at a friend’s house, or even, on the road!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/how-to-whip-cream-without-beaters/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
It’s funny how it feels like it takes forever for an avocado to ripen, yet once they’re ripe they go bad quickly. The next time you find yourself needing a ripe avocado pronto be sure to try this hack!
To speed ripen avocados all you’ll need is a bit of foil, your oven and the instructions from this hack! Your delicious avocado can be ready to eat in just 10 minutes! That is a heck of a lot better than having to wait several days for the avocado to ripen or not being able to enjoy any avocado at all.
Cutting the perfect cake slices is no easy feat. The last thing you want to do is mangle a beautiful cake that you either spent hours preparing or spend a pretty penny for!
This brilliant hack uses dental floss to cut the perfect no-mess cake slices. Try it once and you’ll never want to cut a cake with a knife again!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/cut-the-perfect-cake-slices-with-dental-floss/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Mornings can be the busiest time of day because we’re busy getting things in order for the day as well as trying to get ready and possibly even struggling to get the little ones out the door too. This is why it is so easy to skip breakfast which only leaves our tummies grumbling and in some cases can make it hard to focus at work too.
Never skip breakfast again and try this awesome breakfast hack! This recipe allows you to cook a large batch of baked eggs in less than 20 minutes! These low-carb and high-protein bites will fuel your morning perfectly.
https://sweetpeasandsaffron.com/baked-eggs/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE HERE: SWEET PEAS AND SAFFRON
Breakfast time gets another awesome hack with this waffle maker omelet idea. Flipping omelets isn’t as easy as it seems but throws away the frying pan because you don’t need it!
While they may not come out looking like a traditional omelet, this hack is certainly foolproof and is a fun way to change up breakfast time! Plus, you can still customize your omelet with whatever additions you like.
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/mornings-made-easy-with-waffle-maker-omelettes/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Quinoa is full of important vitamins and minerals and is even a great source of protein! It can be a delicious base for salad such as this Quick and Easy Mediterranean Quinoa Salad or it can be enjoyed warm as a side dish.
Cooking quinoa on the stovetop isn’t overly hard, but it does require babysitting because it can quickly boil over, overcook or burn on the bottom. This means no multitasking! However, throw the Instant Pot into the equation and you can prepare a large batch of quinoa incredibly quickly and hands-off! So go ahead and set the pot, walk away and catch up on your favorite show. Thankfully the Instant Pot will beep to let you know that it has completed its task!
http://www.forkly.com/recipes/instant-pot-hack-how-to-cook-quinoa/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE HERE: FORKLY
Bacon has stolen the hearts of many. Its salty flavor is incredibly crave-worthy and is the perfect addition to your breakfast. Unfortunately, cooking bacon on the stove-top can be messy and can be especially painful if that hot oil splatters on you.
This hack not only creates the perfect flat bacon but also helps to reduce greasy messes. This super easy cooking hack can prepare bacon is about 12 minutes or less!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/make-the-perfect-crispy-flat-bacon-using-a-cooling-rack/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Cutting off the stems of a strawberry with a knife isn’t easy and does require a bit of skill. Not to mention, if you haven’t mastered the skill it can be dangerous as you can slice your finger open if you’re not careful.
This fool-proof hack proves that it’s easy to hull strawberries and all you need is a straw to do it! Better yet, because this is a safer solution, you can have your little ones help you! They’ll love playing chef in the kitchen while snacking on fresh sweet strawberries.
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/put-your-knives-away-and-hull-strawberries-with-a-straw/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Cold treats like popsicles are perfect for the hot summer months. However, many store-bought varieties are loaded with refined sugars and artificial flavors and colors. The best solution to this problem is to make your own homemade popsicles! Your kids will love them and you’ll be happy that you know exactly what went into making them.
This hack provides you with a secret on how to make the perfect non-drop popsicles. I’ll give you a hint, it’s not the popsicle mold but instead, it is a secret ingredient!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/make-non-drip-popsicles-for-even-the-messiest-kids/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Herbs are amazing ingredients that truly provided dishes with a lovely punch of flavor. Further, some herbs can even provide medicinal properties. If you grow your own herbs don’t let them go to waste and check out how to properly harvest and dry them.
This hack will not only help to preserve their essential oils but will ensure that they hold their flavor. You’ll learn how to harvest the leaves, the flowers, and the seeds as well as tips on how to gather them properly and how to dry and store them effectively.
https://growagoodlife.com/harvest-dry-herbs/ PHOTOS AND TUTORIAL HERE: GROW A GOODLIFE
If you’re like me, in the summer you trade hot coffee for refreshing iced coffee. The only negative thing about iced coffee is that it is loaded with ice. Once the ice melts, that rich luxurious coffee quickly becomes watered down and taste like a weak caffeinated drink – yuck!
To prevent that from happening, give this brilliant hack a whirl and never drink watered-down iced coffee again. As a bonus, you’ll be provided with a few tips on how to make your iced coffee taste even better!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/never-drink-watered-down-iced-coffee-again/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
White sugar is more popular than brown sugar but that doesn’t mean brown sugar isn’t important too! Some recipes require brown sugar for a reason. Unfortunately, because it doesn’t get utilized as frequently as white sugar, it can harden over time.
This hack provides you with 2 tips. One that will help prevent brown sugar from hardening and one that will help repair the brown sugar if it has already hardened.
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/how-to-make-and-keep-your-brown-sugar-soft/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Hard-boiled eggs are an eggcellent protein-packed snack and can even be used as a lovely appetizer like deviled eggs or in delicious recipes like egg salad. Boiling the eggs is easy but peeling them isn’t.
This hack will help you peel hard-boiled eggs with ease! The secret ingredient in this hack is a 1/4 cup of vinegar and a dash of salt. These two ingredients help the shell break off in large chunks instead of tiny eggshell shards.
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/use-vinegar-to-peel-hard-boiled-eggs-with-ease/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Not everyone enjoys bitting into a fuzzy peach with the skin on and some baking even requires that you peel the skin off too. This hack proves there is a way to peel the skin off quickly without having to use a sharp knife!
The big secret is to blanch the peaches! This hack will walk you through step by step instructions on how to blanch them properly. You’ll be able to dig into a skinless peach in no time!
https://athriftymom.com/fastest-way-to-peel-a-peach-peel-a-peach-in-10-seconds/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE HERE: A THRIFTY MOM
Cooking rice seems easy in theory, however, it can quickly go soggy or mushy if it isn’t prepared correctly. Give this hack a try to prevent this from happening!
The only tool you’ll need is a kitchen towel and a timer. Before you know it you’ll have perfectly fluffy rice every single time. Alternatively, if you have an Instant Pot, you can try preparing it with this Instant Pot Hack: Cooking the Perfect White Rice!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/make-perfect-rice-everytime-with-a-kitchen-towel/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
It’s always disappointing when you head to the grocery store only to find a long row of very unripe bananas. Especially if you were planning on doing some delicious baking. Instead of waiting several days for the bananas to ripen, check out this amazing speed ripen bananas hack!
All you’ll need is a sheet pan and your oven. In about 40 minutes your bananas will be ready to be incorporated into your favorite recipes!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/speed-ripen-your-bananas-in-the-oven/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Cooking corn on the cob isn’t the hardest side dish to prepare but it can be a nuisance. Cooking it on the barbecue can be messy and standing over a boiling pot on a hot summer day isn’t fun either. Rest assured, we have the perfect solution for you!
This no-shuck, no-boil corn on the cob hack achieves perfectly cooked corn in just a few minutes! The secret is to use the microwave and to allow the husk to act as a steam bag!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/the-no-shuck-no-boil-way-to-cook-perfect-corn-on-the-cob/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Ice cream is another delicious and refreshing treat that is especially enjoyed during the hot summer months. There is, however, one summer treat that is even better than plain old ice cream – ice cream sandwiches of course!
It may seem difficult to make homemade ice cream sandwiches but this hack proves that it is actually quite easy! With a few secrets such as using store-bought cookie dough and packing the ice cream into a disposable cup, you’ll quickly learn how truly effortless it is to make your own.
https://www.thepinningmama.com/the-ice-cream-sandwich-trick-smores-ice-cream-sandwich-recipe/#_a5y_p=3547267 PHOTOS AND RECIPE HERE: THE PINNING MAMA
Ice cubes do a great job at chilling beverages to perfection, however, nobody likes watered-down wine. So say no to ice cubes and enjoy a perfectly chilled glass with this secret hack!
Instead of ice cubes, chill your wine with frozen grapes! While they serve a practical purpose of chilling the wine, they also look cute in the wine glass too! This hack also provides you with tips on how to pair green and red grapes with different types of wine.
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/the-instant-ice-free-way-to-chill-your-wine/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
There are several steps that go into making delicious cupcakes and muffins. Once you have prepared the batter you need to evenly scoop it into the muffin tin.
While this task doesn’t sound overly hard, I’m sure we’ve all experienced a messy counter and baking sheets during this step. Put the spoons and ladles down because this tutorial is going to show you how a simple ice cream scoop can effortlessly (and cleanly) distribute the batter into the muffin tin.
https://honestandtruly.com/baking-tip-scooping-batter/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE HERE: HONEST AND TRULY
Bananas are similar to avocados because they too can go from ripe to overripe in just a day or two. This can be especially frustrating if bananas are quick and accessible healthy snacks in your household. Plus overripe bananas aren’t very useful unless you plan on doing a lot of baking!
Thankfully there are awesome food hacks like this one that can help prolong the life of bananas. The secret tool in this hack is to use duct tape! Who knew duct tape could serve so many different purposes!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/the-best-way-to-keep-bananas-from-turning-brown/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Achieving the perfect baked pastry is truly a work of art. It does take a bit of practice, hard work, and dedication. One of the biggest challenges is ensuring that the butter is broken up into the perfect sized pieces.
This hack helps diminish the time and effort it would take if you were to chop the butter with your hands or with a pastry blending tool. Plus, hacks like this will make you feel like a professional baker. For more ways to make you feel like a professional, check out The Most Life-Changing Baking Hacks!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/make-perfectly-flaky-pastry-with-this-simple-butter-trick/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Spaghetti squash is the perfect low-carb substitution for spaghetti pasta because it has a stringy texture. However, cooking spaghetti squash the traditional way, in the oven, can be time-consuming.
Once again the Instant Pot is helping us in the kitchen by decreasing the cooking time significantly. The fast cooking time is the first benefit of this hack. The second is the results. Let me be the first to tell you that nothing quite compares to how the Instant Pot can cook spaghetti squash. The squash quite literally peels itself which means there is no squash left behind (or wasted).
http://www.forkly.com/recipes/instant-pot-hack-how-to-cook-spaghetti-squash/ PHOTOS AND RECIPE HERE: FORKLY
I love watching cooking shows for inspiration and if I’m being totally honest to drool at dishes that I know I cannot cook for myself. It’s funny how professional chefs always seem to make tasks such as peeling garlic look so effortless on camera. But we all know that isn’t the case.
Avoid smelly hands and cut down on prep time by peeling serval cloves of garlic at once with this incredible hack. Aside from the garlic, of course, all you’ll need is a mason jar!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/use-a-mason-jar-to-peel-cloves-and-keep-your-hands-garlic-free/ TUTORIAL HERE: GARLIC
The next time you get an itch to spontaneously bake up a storm be sure to try this genius hack! Not everyone has heavy cream on hand and that is totally okay! This hack proves that you can make your own heavy cream from 2 ingredients.
It’s important to note that this homemade heavy cream won’t turn into whipping cream but it will work perfectly in many recipes such as biscuits and custards. You can even use this hack to create a homemade cream sauce such as alfredo – yum!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/no-cream-no-problem-make-your-own-heavy-cream-substitute/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Say goodbye to store-bought taco bowls and hard taco shells and cups because this amazing food hack is about to blow you away. It’s actually incredibly easy to make hard taco shells, bowls, and cups at home and this hack will walk you through exactly how to do it.
The oven rack, tortillas, and a bit of non-stick cooking spray are all you’ll need to prepare hard taco shells. Further, a muffin tin will help you prepare both the taco bowls and the taco cups! Taco Tuesday just got so much better!
http://www.forkly.com/food-hacks/food-hack-diy-hard-taco-shells-bowls-cups/ TUTORIAL HERE: FORKLY
Have you ever wondered how some people are capable of neatly writing or designing on cakes? You don’t have to master the technique because there are awesome hacks like this that help to make it easy!
This baking hack uses a simple cookie cutter to effortlessly decorate a cake. Further, this tutorial shows how you can utilize both the outside of the cookie-cutter shape as well as the inside.
https://www.17apart.com/2015/04/1st-birthday-cake-decorating-idea.html PHOTOS AND TUTORIAL HERE: 17 APART
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This is a super simple hack I discovered when I moved into my new house a year ago. And it only requires one thing: a tension rod. Something I’ve always found frustrating is the lack of room in my kitchen to properly dry dishcloths, dish towels, and drying rack pads. Sure, I can dry some […]
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This is a super simple hack I discovered when I moved into my new house a year ago. And it only requires one thing: a tension rod. Something I’ve always found frustrating is the lack of room in my kitchen to properly dry dishcloths, dish towels, and drying rack pads. Sure, I can dry some on the oven door handle, but that’s it! Anytime I leave the cloth hanging over the sink, it gets smelly quickly. But I had this genius idea when we moved into our new house and it’s not unique to my kitchen. You can do this as long as you’ve got a gap between your cupboards (or cupboard and wall) above your sink … or anywhere else in your kitchen really.
Looking for other ways to give your kitchen a DIY overhaul? Check out these Incredible, Life-Changing Ways To Organize Your Kitchen!
The first thing you need is an adjustable tension rod that will fit in the space between the two cupboards. Adjust the length of the tension rod to fit, making it slightly longer than the space to ensure it’ll hold in place.
Make sure you buy a tension rod that is adjustable and ideally one that just uses rubber grips on the ends (as opposed to mounting it with screws). I bought mine from Walmart for a whopping $7 – inexpensive because it doesn’t need to be able to hold a lot of weight and therefore can be thin! This also keeps it from looking too obvious in your kitchen.
Compress the rod and move into place, releasing it when it’s where you want it. I suggest buying a color that’s going to go with your kitchen and will blend in with the paint color. At home, I use a white rod against a white tile background so it’s not obvious it’s there when nothing is hanging on it.
The final step is just as easy – drape your wet dish towel, cloth, or drying rack pad overtop to dry! That’s it! The entire hack is super simple but gives you some much needed extra drying space without having to do anything permanent to your kitchen (renters, I’m looking at you!).
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The microwave is an amazing kitchen appliance. It can heat up leftovers quickly, help make delicious snacks like popcorn, and so much more. The microwave doesn’t usually get dirty after one use (unless you’re reheating lasagna uncovered, of course), but food splatters and other residues can build up over time. Not to mention, if you […]
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The microwave is an amazing kitchen appliance. It can heat up leftovers quickly, help make delicious snacks like popcorn, and so much more. The microwave doesn’t usually get dirty after one use (unless you’re reheating lasagna uncovered, of course), but food splatters and other residues can build up over time. Not to mention, if you wait too long nasty bacteria can grow in there too. This is why cleaning your microwave regularly is of the utmost importance! That said, if you have stuck-on food grime, cleaning the microwave with a little elbow grease isn’t always easy! That’s where this hack comes in. Even if your microwave is filthy this hack is not only going to help clean your microwave easily but quickly too! The best part? There’s barely any scrubbing required!
Check out the easiest way to clean a microwave:
And there you have it, folks. That’s it, that’s all! So easy and you’ll never want to clean your microwave any other way again!
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