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  • A man and woman hold their noses while looking inside a fridge

    The Potentially Dangerous Sign That You Need A New Refrigerator

    In the movies, bad fridges are possessed, haunted, and easy to spot. IRL, the signs you need a new fridge are less cinematic, but they're even more dangerous.

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • A person holding a bottle of International Delight Coffee Creamer inside a grocery store

    Yes, You Can Freeze Coffee Creamer — But Do This First To Avoid A Mess

    For some, you just can't have coffee without creamer, which is why freezing coffee creamer to extend its lifespan is a must, but there's a trick to doing so.

    By Dylan Murray 2 months ago Read More
  • Hands holding ice cream carton and scoop

    Scoop Frozen-Solid Ice Cream Like Butter With This Knife Trick

    Some old ideas have staying power for a reason. Case in point: A trick involving a knife to scoop rock-solid ice cream works better than new onlline hacks.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of spoonful of ground coffee with some spilled on a black surface with whole coffee beans in the background

    The Tell-Tale Signs You Need To Throw Out Your Ground Coffee

    If you've ever wondered if your ground coffee is still good to drink, these are some signs that indicate it's time to throw out your coffee stash.

    By Alba Caraceni 2 months ago Read More
  • Assorted fresh and dried herbs

    The Critical Herb Mistake That's Costing You Flavor

    If your fresh and dried herbs aren't having the flavor impact you hoped, you might be making this mistake. Improve herbaceous recipes with these expert tips.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • Fresh carrots with tops placed on the ground after harvesting.

    Why You Should Remove Your Carrot Tops Immediately

    Although the leafy tops make your carrots look fresh, but removing them as soon as possible is the best way to maximize this root vegetable's shelf life.

    By Kristine Belonio 2 months ago Read More
  • Overhead shot of strawberries going bad with mold them inside a plastic bag

    This Type Of Common Storage Container Will Totally Ruin Strawberries

    It only makes sense that you'd want to put strawberries in a container after buying and washing them — but one type of container will do more harm than good.

    By Haley McNamara 2 months ago Read More
  • Hand holding a sushi pack over packs of pre-packaged sushi in the store

    Don't Eat Grocery Store Sushi Straight From The Fridge — Do This Instead

    You have some supermarket sushi, but you're unsure if you should eat it straight from the fridge. Don't fret. This is why you shouldn't and what to do instead.

    By Rolland Judd 2 months ago Read More
  • A close up of seasoned french fries in a takeout bag

    This Is The Safest Way To Store Leftover French Fries

    Leftover french fries: great in theory, but rarely the best in practice — and unsafe if left out for long. Is there a way to you safely store fries for later?

    By Ashley M. Jacobs 2 months ago Read More
  • Two of Aldi's pumpkin dishes

    The Fall Season Aldi Bowl That Looks Like It Came From Le Creuset

    You can decorate your fall table with one of Le Creuset's pumpkin bowls, as long as you don't mind the price tag. Or you can go to Aldi and get their version.

    By Cassie Womack 2 months ago Read More
  • cluttered kitchen with counters covered with miscellaneous items

    The Hidden Storage Area In Your Cabinets You're Totally Ignoring

    Not sure where to store the clutter that's been sitting on your kitchen counter? We're here to save the day with this easy solution found in your cabinets.

    By Mathieson Nishimura 2 months ago Read More
  • A red countertop mini-fridge with the door open and a red apple inside

    Mini Appliances Aren't Just Cute, They're Super Convenient

    Mini appliances are exactly what you think they are — working fridges, etc., but at half the cost and size of a standard appliance. What makes them so ideal?

    By Haley McNamara 2 months ago Read More
  • A glass bowl and Mason jar full of pickles

    The Best Salt To Use For Pickles If You Don't Have Pickling Salt

    Pantry looking slim on the pickling salt? You can still bite into snappy homemade pickles by skipping your tabletop shaker, and using this salt for pickling.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Workers remodeling a kitchen.

    Why You Should Always Replace Appliances First During A Kitchen Remodel

    What's the first thing to do when planning a remodel? Start construction? Pick paint colors? Don't panic? Actually, you should choose your appliances first.

    By Cassie Womack 2 months ago Read More
  • A cut chocolate layer cake on a cake stand

    Dry Cake Is Sad, But Here's How Sliced Bread Makes It Happily Moist

    Sick of sad, crumbly, dry cake? Here's how to use regular sliced bread to keep your cake happily moist, and totally unbothered by the breeze.

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • Mushrooms and garlic on wood

    Why Storing Mushrooms And Garlic Together Can Have Disastrous Results

    In many dishes, mushrooms and garlic create a harmonious umami, blending flavor and aroma for truly memorable tastes. But in your fridge, they don't play well.

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • Peeled garlic cloves in a bowl

    Why People Store Garlic In Those Covered Bowls

    As potent as garlic can be, it can also be fragile when it comes to storage. You've probably seen it stored in small covered bowls — but have you wondered why?

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of woman biting into a chocolate bar

    Should Chocolate Ever Be Refrigerated?

    Love chocolate straight outta the fridge, as cold as an arctic breeze? Danger zone, or prime storage, find out whether you should ever chill your chocolate.

    By Alba Caraceni 2 months ago Read More
  • Bright orange cantaloupe cut open on pile of whole cantaloupes

    12 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Buying Cantaloupe

    An underripe cantaloupe is underwhelmingly crisp and flavorless, while an overripe one is mushy. Here’s how to pick a perfectly ripe melon every time.

    By Dylan Myers 2 months ago Read More
  • A man takes a plum from a bowl

    The Trick To Freezing Plums For A Winter Treat

    Rizz up your stone fruit game this season with a few easy tips for freezing plums so you can make smoothies, pies, and savory roasts all winter long.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • A salt shaker spilled onto a board

    Here's How To Tell When It's Time To Throw Out Your Salt

    Salt, if preserved properly, can last for an indefinite period of time. However, you need to throw it away if any of these conditions affect your salt supply.

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • Eggs kept in a fridge door

    Why You Shouldn't Store Eggs In Your Refrigerator Door

    That egg rack in your refrigerator door may seem like the most logical place to store your eggs. But think twice before doing so; there's a better, safer spot.

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of Cap'n Crunch Berries

    Why You Shouldn't Be Storing Cereal On Top Of Your Fridge (And Where To Store It Instead)

    What to do with oversized, family-friendly boxes of cereal? Store them on top of the fridge, of course. But in doing so, you're creating more of a problem.

    By Kat Olvera 3 months ago Read More
  • Vintage Tupperware containers

    Vintage Tupperware Is Great For Collecting, But You Really Shouldn't Use It

    Collecting vintage Tupperware satisfies on an aesthetic level — the pieces look great — but can you store food in it? It's better if you keep it on the shelf.

    By Kat Olvera 3 months ago Read More
  • Ants on a spoonful of sugar.

    Think About Double Sealing These Foods To Prevent An Ant Infestation

    Ants and other pests can be sneaky, so it's important to make sure your pantry is well-protected. Here are the foods you should absolutely double seal.

    By Willow Roberts 3 months ago Read More
  • A variety of fish on ice at a store.

    Freezing Store-Bought Seafood Is More Harmful Than You May Think. Here's Why

    With most food, it seems natural that the freezer is the place to go if you want it to last long-term. However, store-bought seafood may not be a good fit.

    By Cassie Womack 3 months ago Read More
  • Cubes of dry ice in a bowl

    Why You Should Never Ever Store Dry Ice In Your Freezer

    It would be so sick to reach for a pint of ice cream amid a flowing fog of dry ice, but here's why you should be cool and never store dry ice in your freezer.

    By Kat Olvera 3 months ago Read More
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