Household Hints and Tips
Here are some helpful household hints. Its nice to know you might just have something laying around your house that could save you money and time. Alot of these I've tried and the ones I have really work. Hope you enjoy.
Stuff a miniature marshmallow in the bottom of a sugar cone to prevent ice cream drips!
Always spray your grill with non-stick cooking spray before grilling to avoid sticking!
To keep potatoes from budding, place an apple in the bag with the potatoes!
To prevent egg shells from cracking, add a pinch of salt to the water before hard-boiling!
To easily remove honey from a measuring spoon, first coat the spoon with nonstick cooking spray!
Run your hands under cold water before pressing Rice Krispies treats in the pan~the marshmallow won't stick to your fingers!
To get the most juice out of fresh lemons, bring them to room temperature and roll them under your palm against the kitchen counter before squeezing!
To easily remove burnt on food from your skillet, simply add a drop or two of dish soap and enough water to cover bottom of pan, and bring to a boil on stove-top~skillet will be much easier to clean now!
Spray your tupperware with non-stick cooking spray before pouring in tomato-based sauces~no more stains!
To aid in washing dishes, add a tablespoon of baking soda to your soapy water~it softens hands while cutting through grease!
When a cake recipe calls for flouring the baking pan, use a bit of the dry cake mix instead~no white mess on the outside of the cake!
If you accidentally over-salt a dish while it's still cooking, drop in a peeled potato~it absorbs the excess salt for an instant "fix me up"!
Wrap celery in aluminum foil when putting in the refrigerator~it will keep for weeks!
Brush beaten egg white over pie crust before baking to yield a beautiful, glossy finish!
Place a slice of bread in hardened brown sugar to soften it back up!
When boiling corn on the cob, add a pinch of sugar to help bring out the corns natural sweetness!
To determine whether an egg is fresh, immerse it in a pan of cool, salted water. If it sinks, it is fresh~if it rises to the surface, throw it away.
When starting your garden seedlings indoors, plant the seeds in egg shell halves. Simply crack the shells around the roots of your plants and transplant them outdoors~the shell is a natural fertilizer!
Keep the linings from cereal boxes~they make great substitutes for waxed paper!
Clothespins make great clips for all of your open bags (potato chips, cereal, marshmallows, etc.)!
Pretzel sticks are a nice alternative to toothpicks for spearing appetizers.
Test baking soda or powder by adding a teaspoonful of water to it. If it fizzles, it's still good.
Fresh herbs will stay fresh longer if you place them in a dry paper towel and then in a plastic bag before putting them into the refrigerator.
After flouring chicken for frying, chill for one hour~the coating stays adhered better.
Add a few drops of vegetable oil to the boiling water when cooking pasta and rice to prevent the water from boiling over!
Grill meat a few minutes on each side before basting to prevent contaminating your basting brush with the bacteria often found on uncooked meat.
Used coffee grounds make a great fertilizer!
Store tomatoes stem side down and they will stay fresher longer.
A peppermint stick makes a flavorful coffee and tea stirer!
Coffee pots come out sparkling clean when washed with a mixture of 1 tablespoon of salt, a little water and a sprinkle of baking soda. Simply rub mixture on with a wet dish cloth and rinse...good as new!
Thaw frozen fish in milk to preserve the fresh-caught flavor.
For a cake flour substitute, use 2 tablespoons of cornstarch plus enough flour to equal one cup.
For a self rising flour substitute, use 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder + 1/2 teaspoon salt.
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