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  • A peeled apple surrounded by peelings

    The Apple Peel Trick For Squeaky Clean Pots & Pans

    When you want to clean your pots and pans without harsh chemicals, consider this expert-approved hack using leftover apple peels as your cleaner of choice.

    By Jack Rose 1 day ago Read More
  • Set of copper pots

    This Everyday Ingredient Can Also Polish Brass And Copper Cookware

    It seems like you have to buy a new cleaner for every surface in your kitchen, but what if we told you that there's an amazing cleaner in your pantry?

    By Katie Moore 3 days ago Read More
  • Person cleaning stove with all purpose cleaner

    Make Your Own All-Purpose Kitchen Cleaner With Just 3 Ingredients

    Want an all-purpose kitchen cleaner that you can use across all surfaces? You don't need to head to the store. You can make one with a few simple staples.

    By Katie Moore 9 days ago Read More
  • A pool of ground coffee with concentric rings has a small coffee spoon resting in the middle

    Reuse Leftover Coffee Grounds To Keep Your Pans Sparkling Clean

    If you're a coffee drinker, odds are that you produce an astronomical amount of used coffee grounds. Can't compost? No problem! Use them to clean.

    By Eli Cohen 13 days ago Read More
  • a triple smash burger with cheese

    The Prep Step You Can't Skip For The Absolute Best Smash Burgers This Grilling Season

    Whether it's the perfect summer afternoon for a cookout or you're simply jonesing for a barbecue, don't skip this prep step before making smash burgers.

    By Chala June 1 month ago Read More
  • Ants invading a spoon of sugar

    This Acidic Pantry Staple Repels Insects — Here's How To Use It In Your House

    No one wants an ant infestation, and they can be difficult to deter. If you're struggling, try using this acidic pantry staple to solve the problem..

    By Chala June 1 month ago Read More
  • Ants crawl along a wooden surface near a home

    This Common Baking Spice Is All You Need To Deter Ants In Your House

    Anyone who has ever had an ant infestation can attest to how frustrating dealing with the insects can be. Make life easier with this common spice.

    By Cara J Suppa 1 month ago Read More
  • An Asian woman wearing a chef's hat and red apron holds her nose

    The Easy Trick To Getting Rid Of Cooking Odors Once And For All

    No one wants their kitchen to smell like last night's dinner. If you're struggling to get the odor out, use this one simple pantry staple to really clean house.

    By Cara J Suppa 1 month ago Read More
  • Kitchen towels folded and stacked on a counter.

    The Clever Way To Store Kitchen Towels That's Both Practical And Pretty

    Kitchen towels are as useful as they are ubiquitous, but that ubiquity can quickly turn into chaos. To store (and display) your towels, try this.

    By Jennifer Waldera 1 month ago Read More
  • A person putting a splatter shield over a crock pot against a white marble countertop with spices in the background

    Do Charcoal Filter Splatter Screens Actually Prevent Cooking Odors From Spreading? We Asked An Expert

    A charcoal filter splatter screen may seem like a dream come true to stop mess and smells, but which foods do they actually work best for and why?

    By Eli Cohen 1 month ago Read More
  • A person pours out olive oil from the bottle

    Can You Pour Used Olive Oil In Your Kitchen Disposal?

    When you're all done cooking with olive oil, you may be tempted to toss the lot down the sink: It's a liquid after all! But really -- should you?

    By Danielle Esposito 1 month ago Read More
  • Person touching kitchen sink handle as faucet runs.

    Here's How The Experts Banish Gross Kitchen Sink Odors Once And For All

    If you deep cleaned your kitchen and still smell funky, unpleasant odors, you might want to double check your sink drain -- then learn how to properly clean it.

    By Lili Kim 1 month ago Read More
  • A woman leans over and holds a bulb of garlic to her nose

    Can't Get That Pesky Garlic Smell Off Your Hands? Butter Just Might Be Your New Best Friend

    Cooking with garlic is always a good idea, but smelling like the fresh cloves afterwards is less than ideal -- a scoop of butter can rid your hands of the odor.

    By Cara J Suppa 2 months ago Read More
  • A cup of coffee spilled onto a gray carpet

    To Remove Stubborn Coffee Stains, Run To Your Fridge For One Ingredient

    Pesky coffee stains can ruin even the best of days -- but with this one ingredient that is likely already in your kitchen, you can kiss those stains goodbye.

    By Jack Rose 2 months ago Read More
  • Pallet of Kraft Parmesan cheese containers with flip-top lids

    Don't Trash Your Empty Parmesan Cheese Bottles — Here's 13 Hacks To Rescue Them

    Don't throw away that empty Parmesan cheese bottle just yet. Try out one of these hacks for reusing it and giving it a new life in your kitchen or pantry.

    By Emily M Alexander 2 months ago Read More
  • A black air fryer sits on a counter in a kitchen.

    The Coffee Filter Trick For Avoiding A Greasy Mess In Your Air Fryer

    Air fryers are nifty little machines that make cooking quick and simple. Cleaning air fryers can also be an easy task thanks to this genius coffee filter trick.

    By Cara J Suppa 2 months ago Read More
  • Slices of white bread.

    What If We Told You That Leftover Slice Of Bread Could Actually Clean Your Kitchen?

    Believe it or not, a single slice of bread could be the secret cleaning tool you've been missing out on when it comes to cleaning your countertops.

    By M Lavelle 3 months ago Read More
  • Chef pushing vegetable scraps down a sink drain

    How To Clean Your Garbage Disposal And Actually Make It Smell Good

    These expert-approved tips will help you not only effortlessly remove buildup from your garbage disposal, but make it smell impossibly delicious, too.

    By Jack Rose 3 months ago Read More
  • A flat top electric stove sits nestled up against a kitchen counter

    How To Clean That Annoying Space Between Your Oven And Countertop

    When you are deep cleaning and decide to tackle those out-of-sight places -- like the crevice between your oven and countertop -- keep this cleaning tip in mind

    By Cara J Suppa 3 months ago Read More
  • Ring stains on wooden table

    The 2 Ingredient DIY Cleaner That Will Remove Those Pesky Stains From Your Wooden Kitchen Table

    The easiest way to clean stains off your wooden table can easily be made with two of the most common ingredients you already have in your kitchen.

    By Katie Moore 3 months ago Read More
  • Yellow and blue soapy sponges on a blue background

    The Secret To Your Keeping Your Sponges Cleaner, For Longer

    You may not give your sponge much thought in your day-to-day life, but if you're not keeping it clean, it could be a secret breeding ground for bacteria.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 3 months ago Read More
  • A woman in a grey dress leans over her dishwasher, pulling out the top rack

    You're Probably Not Cleaning Your Dishwasher Enough

    Dishwashers need to be regularly cleaned in order to stay as effective as possible. Unfortunately, most of us don't clean this nifty appliance often enough.

    By Cara J Suppa 3 months ago Read More
  • Person in gray dress leaning next to an open dishwasher full of dishware

    How Well Do Dishwasher Cleaners Actually Work?

    It may seem unnecessary to clean an appliance that already gets regular exposure to soap and water, but your dishwasher does need to be cleaned periodically.

    By Jennifer Waldera 3 months ago Read More
  • An attractive white and rose gold air fryer sits on a kitchen counter in a bright kitchen

    What You Definitely Need To Avoid When Cleaning Your Air Fryer

    Cleaning out your air fryer isn't as complicated as it might look, but there is one item you should never reach for when wiping down the kitchen appliance.

    By Cara J Suppa 4 months ago Read More
  • Close up shot of dried pasta

    Leftover Pasta Water Has A Secret Use, And It Might Keep Your Pans Cleaner

    Pasta water can be used as an ingredient to thicken up sauces, but it also has a use you may not have been aware of: As a secret weapon for cleanup.

    By Anna Everingham 4 months ago Read More
  • A person places a white ceramic bowl into an opened silver microwave

    The Microwave Rule You Need To Follow Every Time

    The microwave is one of the most handy appliances in the kitchen, but there are some guidelines you should follow to keep it working at its best.

    By Erin Metz 4 months ago Read More
  • A modern white kitchen with chrome fixtures and accents

    The Metallic Accents You Need In Your Kitchen For 2025

    More beautiful than stainless steel and almost as strong, chrome and chrome-plated accents are all the rage in kitchens this year for good reason.

    By Jack Rose 4 months ago Read More
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