Give common kitchen tools a second chance with these tips for new uses for everyday kitchen supplies: Aluminum foil: Roll into the shape of a cone for a makeshift funnel. Box grater: Shave away too-burnt bits on toast. Chip clip: Keep a cookbook propped open to the correct page. Coffee grinder: Grind fresh spices. CocktailRead more »

A refrigerator in tip-top condition provides prime storage conditions for your perishables and stops odors and bacteria from flourishing. 1. The temperature should remain between 30 degrees F and 40 degrees F. While freezers should clock in at zero or below, a refrigerator that hovers no higher than 40 degrees F is safest for foodRead more »

Feel like your cutting board just isn’t clean enough? Not to worry — you can get the board extra clean with some products likely found in your home. 1. Rinse immediately after use. Studies show that a prewash rinse eliminates enough bacteria so that levels are safe, while submerging the board in dishwater immediately afterRead more »

Did you know that the fifth most-common finger cut can happen while you split a bagel? It’s got a name too: BRI, or bagel-related injury. Sometimes avoiding these kitchen problems is easier said than done, so here are a few tips to help you navigate your kitchen more safely. 1. Safely Split a Bagel LayRead more »