Now that your inventory and master list are made, time for a plan of action. Like Things Together As with everything else in my kitchen, things belonging to the same "family" are stored together. All cast iron pans in one place, all pots in a large drawer by the stove, all flours or sauces are … Continue reading Organizing A Pantry, Part II
Category: Kitchen tools
How can I recycle all these plastic bags?
Many townships and cities have recycling centers for most plastics, metals, glass and paper and/or cardboard. But what about the plastic that's thin, the stuff that the recycling centers don't take? I myself have some to realize just how much plastic in in our lives. It's hard to imagine that prior to the development of … Continue reading How can I recycle all these plastic bags?
Making My Own Beeswax Wraps
I'm trying to use less plastic; it seems to permeate our lives these days (and the ocean's and wildlife stomach's). And who knows what leaches from the plastic into our food. So I bought some beeswax wraps on line. And I love them. But not the price. So as with many other things, I googled … Continue reading Making My Own Beeswax Wraps
How to Care for Wooden Cutting Boards and Spoons
I have a penchant for wooden cutting boards & wooden spoons. I appreciate the beauty of these items - the color, grain, feel, the way wood fits in my hand. My kitchen and floors are all hickory. Too much wood some would say, but not for me. I like seeing the grain, the knots and … Continue reading How to Care for Wooden Cutting Boards and Spoons
How to Keep Greens Fresh & Crisp
I love salad, but I really wanted my greens to be crisp and snap like a salad in a restaurant. Here's the way I developed that works for me. First wash the greens well in cold water. Yes, even if the container says pre-washed. It's not so much about making sure the greens are clean … Continue reading How to Keep Greens Fresh & Crisp
You must try silicone baking cups!
I just recently bought some silicone baking cup liners. Not only do they come in such happy colors, but like any other silicone product - think silicone baking mats - they work! I know, they've been around quite a while now, but I had never used them. I usually use paper cupcake liners. I find some … Continue reading You must try silicone baking cups!
Quick Tip for Cleaning Up Bread dough Bowls
I love making bread - yeast breads in particular. And I love how the kitchen smells with a loaf of bread just pulled from the oven. I don't love cleaning up. The bowls that hold the mixing of or rising bread dough invariably have some sticky dough left inside. And while it's not that difficult … Continue reading Quick Tip for Cleaning Up Bread dough Bowls
15 Kitchen Tricks and Saves – Hacks, if you will
For whatever reason, I dislike the term "Kitchen Hacks" that seems to have become so popular recently. So I thought I would share some "Tricks and Saves" that might make your life easier in the kitchen and home. They are in no particular order. A clothespin in the kitchen - a clothespin is small and … Continue reading 15 Kitchen Tricks and Saves – Hacks, if you will
Thank you for the knives, No Harm in Farmin’
I recently ordered 2 knives (I couldn't stop myself at just one) from No Harm in Farmin'. All of my kitchen knives have been purchased as name brand, mass produced, but still quite expensive, knives. I could do with a handmade chef's knife now, after getting these knives. That's a hint. My thanks to Chad, … Continue reading Thank you for the knives, No Harm in Farmin’
My 15 Absolute Favorite Kitchen Tools
There are certain kitchen tools I just could not live without. The favorite things I reach for everyday. The items that get left out on the counter. I find I love looking at kitchen gadgets online and in stores. But how often would I use some of them? Gadgets tend to be specific to one … Continue reading My 15 Absolute Favorite Kitchen Tools