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  • scooping out pumpkin seeds

    How To Clean Pumpkin Seeds For Successful Roasting

    Making roasted pumpkin seeds is a real treat, but who wants to handle the messy prep? Fortunately, it's easier than you think with the right steps.

    By Kristina Vanni September 23rd, 2023 Read More
  • Nespresso machine pouring coffee into a cup

    Cleaning Your Nespresso Machine Takes 2 Key Steps

    To ensure that your Nespresso machine continues to function at its best, you'll need to disassemble its various parts for cleaning and also descale it.

    By Khyati Dand September 20th, 2023 Read More
  • Dirty oven rack

    TikTok's Bath Hack Effortlessly Cleans Oven Racks

    Nothing's more of a challenge to clean in the kitchen than the oven. No matter how careful you are, the racks get filthy. This bath hack makes it easy to clean.

    By Erica Martinez September 18th, 2023 Read More
  • oven cleaning before and after shot

    Essential Tips For Cleaning Every Part Of Your Oven

    We get it, cleaning your oven is the last thing you want to do. Reality is, however, the chore has to be done once in awhile. And here's how you get it done!

    By Felicia Lee September 18th, 2023 Read More
  • Dirty wooden spoon in a pan

    How To Clean Food Odors Out Of Wooden Spoons

    Due to their porous nature, wooden spoons absorb odors from food, but these can be easily removed. Check out this simple trick to clean and protect them.

    By Audrey Enjoli September 17th, 2023 Read More
  • Frozen vegetables stacked in freezer

    The Best Way To Load Food In Your Freezer After Cleaning It

    Don't let all that hard work go to waste after you've cleaned your freezer. Check out our tips on properly loading your food back into cold storage.

    By L Valeriote September 16th, 2023 Read More
  • Filling wok with water to clean

    How To Clean A Wok With Food Stuck On It

    A wok is a useful tool to cook food for a big group, but it can also make a big mess. With our simple tips you can easily keep you wok clean and maintained.

    By Andrew Housman September 15th, 2023 Read More
  • restaurant salad bar with tongs

    Why It's Bad Etiquette To Clean Up Spills At A Salad Bar

    Cleaning up your own mess is a reflex when you spill something, but when you're at a salad bar, it's best to let the staff take care of it for safety.

    By Chris Sands September 13th, 2023 Read More
  • SIlver insulated tote bag

    How To Clean And Care For Your Insulated Grocery Bags

    If you get your groceries delivered, you are familiar with insulated bags that keep foods fresh. If you want to keep the bags fresh, here's how to clean them.

    By Khyati Dand September 12th, 2023 Read More
  • A silicone baking mat with cookie dough

    Hot Lemon Water Is A Godsend For Cleaning Silicone Baking Mats

    Lemons are the go-to tool of the kitchen for cooking, cleaning, and more. When it comes to ridding silicone baking mats of grease and grime, they're a godsend.

    By Khyati Dand September 3rd, 2023 Read More
  • slicing cheese with knife on board

    The Fork Tine Hack For Cleaner Cheese Slices

    Cheese can be a tricky food to cut into perfectly sliced pieces, that is, unless you use this hack that makes fork tine marks your helpful guide.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt September 3rd, 2023 Read More
  • stainless deep fryer

    How To Clean A Deep Fryer Without Damaging It

    Using a deep fryer at home creates delicious meals that can rival any fast food chain, but you have to clean your machine regularly. Here's how to do so.

    By Jennifer Mathews September 3rd, 2023 Read More
  • Person cleaning a stove with sponge

    The Staple Pantry Ingredients You Can Use To Clean Up Cooking Oil Spills

    If you have a big cooking oil mess in your house, there's a way to clean it up quickly and effectively using some staple pantry ingredients.

    By Khyati Dand September 3rd, 2023 Read More
  • hands bolding basket full of strawberries

    Clean Strawberries The Right Way, With A Salt Water Scrub

    Don't worry about compromising the sweetness of your strawberries - a brief dunk and scrub in salt water won't make them salty, but it will make them clean.

    By Jennifer Waldera September 2nd, 2023 Read More
  • coffee grinder and a cup of coffee on wooden background

    How To Clean A Coffee Grinder With Uncooked Rice

    Other tools on the market can help do the job, but simply giving some uncooked rice a whirl in the grinder may be the least expensive method to clean it.

    By Jennifer Waldera September 1st, 2023 Read More
  • An air fryer next to plates of food

    How Long To Let Your Air Fryer Cool Before Cleaning It

    For an air fryer to work its magic, it needs to be cleaned after each use. An air fryer must be thoroughly cleaned whenever any food is cooked inside.

    By Khyati Dand August 29th, 2023 Read More
  • Clean carbon steel skillet on wooden background

    How To Clean A Really Dirty Carbon Steel Pan

    Like their cast iron cousins, carbon steel pans are prone to heavy-duty messes. Luckily, they can usually be cleaned with a bit of hot water and coarse salt.

    By Audrey Enjoli August 28th, 2023 Read More
  • dishwasher interior

    How To Run Your Dishwasher To Clean The Inside

    With a couple of ingredients you can find in your kitchen - vinegar and baking soda - you can make the interior of your dishwasher nice and clean.

    By Bobby Huen August 28th, 2023 Read More
  • Woman cleaning freezer

    How To Clean Your Freezer Without Defrosting It First

    It's tempting to ignore a dirty freezer, but an annual cleaning can protect both your food and the appliance. You don't even need to defrost it first.

    By Dylan Hofer August 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Broken red wine glass on wooden floor

    It's Actually Bad Etiquette To Clear A Glass You Broke At A Restaurant

    When a glass breaks at a restaurant, good etiquette dictates that the situation is best handled by the staff, who have the proper tools to deal with it safely.

    By Tim Forster August 25th, 2023 Read More
  • Copper cookware on display

    You Should Be Cleaning Copper Pans With Ketchup

    You probably assume that the cleaning products for it are also costly, but think again. The secret to keeping your saucepan sparking lies in ketchup.

    By Erica Martinez August 24th, 2023 Read More
  • black Hydro Flask

    How To Wash A Hydro Flask For Clean Tasting Water

    Like all water bottles, however, a Hydro Flask must be washed frequently to prevent bacteria or corrosion. Often, in this case, means once or twice per week.

    By Chris Sands August 24th, 2023 Read More
  • Waffles maker and ingredients

    To Clean A Waffle Maker, Strike While The Iron's Hot

    If you aren't thoroughly cleaning the waffle maker - a real temptation after a filling breakfast - you're creating an environment for harmful bacteria to grow.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed August 22nd, 2023 Read More
  • luxury clean kitchen walls

    How To Effortlessly Clean Cooking Oil Splatter Off Your Kitchen Walls

    In most cases, a combination of white vinegar, mild soap, and water will work wonders on cleaning up cooking oil splatter from kitchen walls.

    By Chris Sands August 21st, 2023 Read More
  • wild fresh mussels

    How To Clean Mussels And Weed Out The Dead Ones

    Preparing mussels at home may seem like a daunting process, but cleaning these delicious mollusks and weeding out the dead ones is actually a breeze.

    By Chris Sands August 15th, 2023 Read More
  • hands cleaning squid over sink

    How To Clean Squid Without Getting Inked

    True gourmets know that squid ink can really elevate a dish - but its saturated, dark color might stain if you don't know how to clean your squid properly.

    By Jennifer Mathews August 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Jar of baking soda with handwritten label

    The Best Way To Naturally Clean Your Kitchen With Baking Soda

    You don't need fancy, expensive cleaners to keep your kitchen looking spotless. These handy tips turn simple baking soda into a powerhouse cleaning tool.

    By Melissa Perreault August 14th, 2023 Read More
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