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    Keep Track Of Your Chaotic Kitchen Pantry With This Tip That Doesn't Cost A Penny

    You can add order to your crammed, crowded pantry with this one simple step that can help you keep track of what food you have and don't have.

    By Jennifer Magid Read More
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    18 Creative Ways To Store Baking Supplies That Save Space

    If you have a massive collection of baking supplies, you cam store them efficiently in even the smallest kitchen. Here are 18 creative ways to save space.

    By Sarah Moore Read More
  • Potatoes stored in a pantry with rice, seeds, onions, and other storage containers

    How Long Are Potatoes Really Good For?

    Potatoes are a hardy vegetable known for their long shelf life, but how long is that exactly? And how should you store these spuds for maximum freshness?

    By Ilene V. Smith Read More
  • A bakery worker pulling a plastic grocery-style bag off of a stack of bags, ready to bag purchases.

    Don't Toss Out Old Tissue Boxes, Make A Grocery Bag Dispenser Instead

    Have a ton of plastic grocery bags stuffed under your kitchen sink? Here's how to store them in an empty tissue box, saving space and making them easy to grab.

    By Andy Hume Read More
  • pictured glass yogurt container

    Don't Toss Your Old Yogurt Jars! Turn Them Into The Cutest Kitchen Storage Ever. Here's How

    Glass yogurt jars are too adorable to throw away. Luckily, you can easily reuse them as kitchen storage, or as storage anywhere in your house.

    By Nikita Ephanov Read More
  • Hand opening a full utensil drawer

    This Is The Safest Way To Store Kitchen Knives In A Drawer

    Storing kitchen knives in a drawer can lead to cut fingers when the blades get shifted during daily use. Here's an in-drawer knife storage option that helps.

    By Aspen Oblewski Read More
  • Jars of pickles on a wooden cutting board

    The Best Way To Reuse Pickle Juice Is A No-Brainer

    While you may be tempted to get rid of your pickle juice after finishing your jar of pickles, here's how can make best use of that leftover brine.

    By Andy Hume Read More
  • Mason jar salads

    5 Clever Ways To Pack Lunch In A Mason Jar (Beyond Salad)

    Packing lunch for tomorrow is a routine fact of life for many, but it doesn't have to be boring. Try these five clever Mason jar lunches instead of your usual.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley Read More
  • Drying mushrooms in a food dehydrator machine

    How To Preserve Fresh Mushrooms For A Shelf-Stable Pantry Staple

    Fresh mushrooms are delicious, but they don't always last as long as you'd like them to. Here's how to preserve them instead for long-lasting flavor.

    By Kim Ranjbar Read More
  • Various vegetables on a refrigerated shelf in a grocery store.

    10 Longest Lasting Fresh Vegetables To Stock Up On

    No one likes to find wilted veggies in their crisper or pantry. Fortunately, these long lasting vegetables will keep for weeks and months with proper storage.

    By J.A. Strub Read More
  • A sandwich in a Ziploc bag on a white background

    The Simple Storage Tip That Will Save You From A Soggy Leftover Sandwich

    Keep your sandwich in good shape and prevent a soggy mess, by storing each sandwich in a way that keeps it crisp.

    By Sonora Slater Read More
  • can craft beer

    Here's The Reason Your Canned Beer Randomly Exploded

    Cracking a cold one is great. A cold one cracking itself and exploding is not. But sometimes, exploding beer cans happen. Here's everything you need to know.

    By Jessica Riggio Read More
  • A family with two kids pulls organized jars from the pantry

    This Is The Only Way You Should Be Organizing You Pantry If You Have Kids

    If you have kids, you know how hard it can be to keep up with their appetites. Luckily, there's a way to organize your pantry that can help keep them happy.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz Read More
  • bartender pouring cream drinks into two glasses

    How To Tell If Your Bourbon Cream Has Gone Bad

    Bourbon cream gets its smooth creaminess from dairy-based cream. Sadly, this dairy also makes it susceptible to spoiling much faster than other liqueurs.

    By Mathieson Nishimura Read More
  • Fresh sweet potatoes on a dark, rustic background.

    Never Store Your Uncooked Sweet Potato In The Fridge. Here's Why

    Refrigeration may extend the shelf life of your uncooked sweet potatoes, but it can do more harm than good in the process. Here's how to store them instead.

    By Georgina Jedikovska Read More
  • Person taking food out of the fridge

    What Foods Should You Be Storing On The Top Shelf Of Your Fridge?

    It's easy to put food into the fridge at random, but there's a correct way to use each section; here are the only foods that should be stored on the top shelf.

    By Aspen Oblewski Read More
  • acai bowls with blueberries and strawberries in the background

    Frozen Açaí Vs Powdered: Which Makes The Better Breakfast Bowl?

    The next time you're making a breakfast bowl with some açaí berries, you might be wondering whether frozen or powdered fruits are the better choice.

    By Shriya Swaminathan Read More
  • Hands hold a head of butter lettuce

    How To Clean Butter Lettuce Without Ruining Its Delicate Leaves

    Butter lettuce is a perfect choice for many dishes, but cleaning it can be a hassle. Here's the best way to do it so you don't ruin its delicate leaves.

    By Camryn Teder Read More
  • Hand reaching for deli meat

    You Should Avoid Buying Deli Meat That Looks Like This

    Though a convenient part of lunch meal prep, deli meat has a short shelf-life. If it looks this particular way, you need to toss it, no questions asked.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley Read More
  • Frozen peas in a bowl

    What Causes Frozen Peas To Smell Terrible And How To Prevent It

    Peas can be a great addition to many dishes, but if you're storing them in the freezer, you might notice a less than appetizing aroma. Here's why.

    By Karen Hart Read More
  • Slicing a glazed holiday ham dotted with cloves

    Can You Freeze Ham After It's Been Cooked? Here's What You Need To Know

    If you have leftover ham from a family gathering, what should you do with it? Here's what you need to know about freezing cooked ham.

    By Kim Ranjbar Read More
  • Glass canning jars filled with preserved vegetables.

    What's The Difference Between Mason Jars Vs Canning Jars?

    The terms Mason jars and canning jars are sometimes used interchangeably, but not all canning jars are Mason jars. Here's what you need to know.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • A five-tiered cake with different colored layers being sliced.

    The Kitchen Staple That Will Help Prevent Your Cake From Drying Out

    If you want to make sure that your sweet cake keeps its rich, moist texture, this common pantry item can help you seal things up.

    By Eugenia Lazaris Read More
  • A closeup of nachos supreme

    The Gross Reason You Should Avoid Gas Station Nachos (If You Aren't Already)

    Gas stations are a key part of commuting across America, but some of their food offerings can be a bit suspect. That goes double for gas station nachos.

    By Eugenia Lazaris Read More
  • A picnic board set up on a blanket

    5 Important Food Safety Tips For Your Next Picnic

    The best picnic spread is a healthy, food-safe one. Follow these essential tips to make sure your bringing the freshest, safest food to the great outdoors.

    By Adam Raphael Read More
  • Tops of canning lids

    Should You Throw Away Rusty Mason Jar Lids?

    While the glass jars can be used pretty much forever, metal Mason jar lids don't fare so well over time, going rusty or getting damaged. What should you do?

    By Karen Hart Read More
  • array of sauces in supermarket

    12 Traditional Sauces You'll Find In Japan

    Japanese sauces are delicious and complex, and we've rounded up the 12 best ones you need in your pantry — whether you're making hotpot or fried foods.

    By Tysen Ling Read More
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