Save money on groceries by cooking one meal and making a second meal out of the leftovers. This works especially good with slow cooker meals. - Mike R.
Try to know the regular prices on the…
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Put a few drops of peppermint oil in your hot dishwater to make your kitchen and surrounding rooms smell wonderful. —Dora B., Woodruff, South Carolina
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You can bake the beef for Marinated Beef Sandwiches the day before your party. Transfer the sliced beef and cooking juices to a slow cooker and refrigerate. The next day, reheat on low before your…
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To save time and to keep your sink sparkling clean, put the stoppers from your sink in the dishwasher each time you run it. It’s easy and you’ll love the results. —Jean Keiser, West Chester,…
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When stacking non-stick skillets on cupboard shelves, place a paper plate between each to prevent scratches. This prolongs the life of the skillets. —Joyce P., Wellsville, Ohio
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When putting away electric frying pans, pressure cookers and other appliances, I store the cord, pressure gauges and other accessories right inside the appliance. This way, I don’t waste minutes…
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If you're concerned about people spilling on your tablecloths during mealtime, consider using coordinating washable linens and placemats and pretty votive candles.
Use bright flowering…
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Use a blender or food processor to make salad dressings and sauces and to puree soups.
A food processor is best to mix and puree very thick mixtures such as cheese spreads, sandwich fillings…
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I keep a new toothbrush near the kitchen sink for cleaning graters, choppers, blenders, rotary beaters, etc. —Inez K., Raymond, Nebraska
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I used to work in a restaurant where minor burns from hot oil and hot soup were common. I’d run cold water over the burn for a moment, then apply a bit of toothpaste (not the gel variety). Once…
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