How to Clean Granite Countertops Without Damaging Their Shine

Try this mixture once a week to keep granite countertops clean and shiny: combine warm water with a few drops of mild dish soap in a clean spray bottle. Spray onto the countertops, wipe with a soft ...

The Tried-and-True Method Our Test Kitchen Uses to Peel Tomatoes

Use our Test Kitchen’s tried-and-true method for the best way to peel tomatoes (including how to seed a tomato) for fresh sauces, salsas, and more.

Cleaning Experts Say This Household Staple Is the Best Way to Melt Grease Off Kitchen Cabinets

Cleaning often is the best preventive measure to avoid grease buildup in your kitchen cabinets, especially those closest to the stove. Karen Larkin, owner of Belle Home Housecleaning, notes, “If you ...
CNET

Think Those Stainless-Steel Cookware Stains Are Permanent? Not With This Genius Hack

Despite its name, stainless steel cookware inevitably develops stains with regular use. While the “stainless” designation suggests immunity to discoloration, frequent cooking gradually leaves marks ...
Apartment Therapy

My Grandmother’s Fruit Fly Trap Works Every Time and Costs Nearly Nothing

Meg Asby is a writer based in Portland, Oregon. When she's not at her desk, she's likely trying the latest baking trend or hiking to a waterfall with her family. Whenever fruit flies invade my kitchen ...
TheBetterIndia

How To Compost in a Small Balcony: Zero-Cost & Zero-Smell in 40 Days

The Better India (TBI) spoke to composting expert Vani Murthy to understand the common aerobic process. This is a process suitable for all kinds of spaces - no matter you have a small balcony, or no ...
High Times

Instant Pot in Your Instant Pot: The No-Mess, No-Smell Method to Making Quick Cannabutter

The Instant Pot is having a moment. In addition to making fork-tender ribs in minutes, you can use the magic countertop pressure cooker to make a batch of cannabutter in five steps, without arousing ...