Add Cranberries For A Change Of Taste
Substitute sweetened, dried cranberries in recipes that normally call for raisins, such as cookies, scones, breads, or in salads, for a tasty change.
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End Leaky Ice Cream Cones!
Drop a mini marshmallow inside the bottom of your waffle cone before scooping in the ice cream to avoid leaks as it melts. The marshmallow will absorb the ice cream and you’ll have a tasty treat at the end!
Selecting the Perfect Eggplant
Bigger is not better when selecting eggplant from the supermarket or farmers’ market. Choose fruit that are smaller in size, and look for shiny, smooth, blemish-free skin. Squeeze it gently: the flesh should spring back. To prevent brown spots and bitterness, do not store them in the refrigerator.
Ripen Avocados Faster
Speed up the ripening process of hard avocados by placing them in a paper bag with bananas. The gases emitted from the bananas will get those avocados soft and ready to use in no time!
Keep Cilantro Fresher Longer
If you purchase cilantro from the supermarket or farmers’ market, try this trick to keep it fresher longer: Untie the bunch and spread the leaves and stems out on a few dry paper towels. Allow to air dry for 10 minutes, then roll them up in the paper towel and store in a sealable plastic bag. They’ll
Zest Citrus Fruits First!
Before juicing lemons, oranges, or limes, zest the peels first for use in cakes, muffins, frostings, etc.  Scrub or soak the fruit first to remove any residue. Zest can be stored in airtight baggies in the freezer until ready to use.
Keep Eggshells From Cracking
Hard-boiling eggs for Easter? Add a pinch of salt to the water to prevent the shells from cracking.
Crispier French Fries
To make the crispiest, most delicious homemade French Fries, allow the sliced potatoes to stand in cold water for half an hour (and dry thoroughly) before frying.
Perfect Bacon Every Time
To make perfect, hassle-free crispy bacon, turn on your oven! Simply lay bacon strips evenly in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake at 400º F. on the middle rack for 15-20 minutes (give it a quick check at the 10-minute mark). No flipping required. Drain and serve. And don’t forget to save the
Kitchen Space Saver
Use a thermos or insulated coffee carafe to keep Thanksgiving gravy warm while you put the final touches on the meal. This frees up much-needed space on the stove. Then simply pour it into a gravy boat and serve.
