It’s no secret that using the oven is less efficient than using the stove-top, right? Yet for many dishes, the oven is the only way to go. But that doesn’t mean you can’t cut down on energy while baking that casserole or platter of cookies! Here are 10 tips to help you maximize your oven’s … Read more
Your microwave is more than just a vessel in which to pop movie-night popcorn and reheat yesterday’s soup for lunch. In fact, there are loads of ways to make your microwave work for you! Here are five unusual uses for your microwave that’ll make cooking and snacking just a tad easier for you: 1. Cut … Read more
Okay, so no one really likes doing chores, right? But then, who doesn’t like a nice and shiny, sparkling clean home? It’s not too hard to convince your kids (and yourself) that chores aren’t the end of the world; in fact, with a little creativity, chores can even be – dare I say it? – … Read more
Most people use fabric-softener dryer sheets to eliminate static cling and to keep their clothes soft after drying. But did you know you can also use dryer sheets to repel annoying insects? And that’s just the beginning of their unusual usefulness! Check out these five totally weird but totally useful, unusual uses for your dryer … Read more
Chicken, onions, corn on the cob… Delicious as these barbecue staples are, grilling the same goodies over and over can get a little boring. And what better way to spice up your Forth of July and summer grill with some fresh and unexpected new ingredients? There are so may different things that you can cook … Read more
Chances are, there’s a lot of stuff in your kitchen. And we mean a lot. From food to storage bags to utensils to random supplies to ingredients to spices to… Well, you get the idea. But fret not, ye overwhelmed and disorganized masses, for we have the answer by way of these 10 totally genius … Read more
Now that it’s summer, it’s highly likely that your freezer is working overtime: more ice cubes for icy cold lemonade and ice tea drinks, frosty popsicles, and yummy, chilled ice cream to keep nice and cool on these sizzling-hot summer days. But did you know that your freezer can be more useful than just keeping … Read more
Memorial Day Weekend is finally here! It’s time for friends and family, refreshing pool swims, lots of colorful fireworks, and, most importantly of all, delicious BBQ food. But while Memorial Day Weekend BBQ parties are an American backyard staple in kicking off summer, they can get expensive and stressful quickly and easily. Even though you’re … Read more
There’s nothing more frustrating than watching your bright white clothing get dull, dingy, and – ew! – yellowed as time wears on. And bleach, as efficient as it may be, isn’t always the safest or most healthy approach to keeping your whites light and bright. But for many, the bleaching process is a super important … Read more
Appliances often fail because they are unintentionally overused or misused by the owner. It is advised the homeowners check with the operating manuals that come with their appliances to learn the needs and proper usage for each individual unit to ensure a long-lasting, efficient machine. Sometimes, though, there’s just too much text to sift through! … Read more