Are your appliances starting to look a bit tired, but you don’t want to replace them? Give them a fresh look with these low-tech makeovers. They’re easy on the pocketbook and will perk up your kitchen and laundry room. Paint Your Appliances Painting appliances is one way to create a modern look, hide marks and Read More
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Getting the Most out of Your Brand-New Fridge
A brand-new refrigerator performs well and looks great. Caring for your fridge on a regular basis will help to keep your appliance running at its best. Here are a few tips and tricks to keep your new fridge operating in good condition for years to come. Refrigerator Clearance Keeping a bit of clearance behind your Read More
Sous-Vide — the Perfect Way to Cook
Sous-vide, a French term for “under vacuum”, refers to the process of vacuum sealing food in a plastic bag or jar, and cooking it in water at a precise temperature below the boiling point. It’s actually a low-key method of cooking food to perfection — something you’d experience in fine restaurants — and once a Read More
15 Tips to Keep Food Fresh Longer
Good food is not inexpensive these days, but you can save on your grocery bills by making a few small changes in how you store food. When properly stored, your food will stay fresh longer. Fridge Temperature: It’s important to keep the fridge at the right temperature so it keeps your food fresh. Ideally, your Read More
Ewww. What’s that Smell Coming from the Sink?
Your kitchen sink is probably one of the most-used drains in the house. Even with strainers, food particles and grease are going to find their way into the pipes. Sometimes they get lodged there and create a less-than-pleasing odor. But, never fear! There are some very simple remedies that will have your kitchen sink drain Read More
