Working Life Hacks For The Hostess In The Kitchen

2024 Author: Bailey Albertson | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 12:53

Why do I smear chicken eggs with vegetable oil and 5 more life hacks for the kitchen that can surprise you

A good hostess has a signature recipe, and an excellent hostess also has a list of secrets to help save food and time. It is just such tricks that I want to share today.

Vegetable oil for eggs

Yes, oil. Place a small amount of vegetable oil on a napkin and wipe down the eggs before placing in the refrigerator. Due to its structure, the oil forms a protective film and prolongs the shelf life of eggs.

Bread and cake toothpicks

It often happens that after receiving guests there are a couple of pieces of cake that have nowhere to put and it is a pity to throw away. Using a toothpick, attach a slice of bread to the slice of the cake to keep the cake soft and appetizing for longer.

Vinegar for a nearly empty can of mayonnaise

It is very important on the eve of the New Year holidays, when mayonnaise is bought in large cans. Pour a couple of tablespoons of vinegar, some olive oil into an empty jar, add seasoning and shake well. The vinegar will help pick up any leftover mayonnaise from the walls, and you will have a delicious salad dressing.

Storing pineapple upside down

It is rather difficult to determine the ripeness of pineapple when buying. If you are “lucky” to buy an unripe pineapple, just put it upside down for a few days.

The secret is that pineapple ripens thanks to the starch that is contained in the stems of the plant and accumulates in the base of the fruit. Therefore, when it is turned upside down, the starch is distributed throughout the fruit, and it gains maturity. Store pineapple in this position at room temperature.

Banana Scotch

When buying bananas, you will often find that they turn black quickly. This happens due to a change in storage conditions: during transportation, they are provided with an optimal temperature (13-15 degrees) and air circulation, which is difficult to achieve at home.

If you wrap banana tails with tape or cling film and put them in a cool, dark place (not a refrigerator), they will stay fresh for much longer.

Dried greens - in the freezer

Didn't use all the purchased greens, but did it start to dry? Freeze her. Chop the greens and put them in a bag in the freezer, and if necessary add to the dish.

You can also place the herbs in ice cube trays, pour over melted butter and freeze.

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