Everyday Hints

Coffee Burned on Bottom of Pot?

Method 1
Place a handful of ice cubes in the pot, gently swish around for about 1 minutes - this will dislodge the burnt coffee - finish by washing as usual.

Method 2
Pour table salt over the burned stuff, add a little water, and let sit for a while. The gunk should come loose and you can then wash the pot as you normally do.

Quick Meat Marinade

Use bottled Italian dressing or an oil and vinegar salad dressing. These will tenderize meat (and chicken), give flavor and are much quicker than taking the time to make your own.

Hand Washing Dishes Vs. Using Dishwasher

You will use less water, soap, energy and the sanitizing will be better with a dishwasher. Dishwasher water is hotter than tap water and scrubbing action may be stronger. Make sure your dishwasher is full before using it.

Dishwasher Vs. Using Hand Washing Dishes

You will use less water, soap, energy and the sanitizing will be better with a dishwasher. Dishwasher water is hotter than tap water and scrubbing action may be stronger. A green hint: Make sure your dishwasher is full before using it.

Storing Eggs

Store eggs with the large end up to keep the yolk centered

Cookbook Tip - Easier to Read

When your cookbook won't lie flat when opened on the counter, place a glass baking dish on the pages (you can read through the glass) or secure each side with a rubber band.

Prevent tarnishing of silver and jewelry

Place a piece of white chalk in your silver chest or jewel box to absorb moisture and help prevent tarnishing of silverware and jewelry.

Storing Silver

If you store your best silver in self-sealing plastic bags, it will tarnish much more slowly.

Save that soggy lettuce

Perk up soggy lettuce by soaking in cold water with some lemon juice. To store place in a zip lock bag with paper towel to absorb moisture.

How to Open a Coconut

Here is a video on how to Open a Coconut