Inspired by a few different viral Youtube videos (which show how you can use a water bottle to easily separate an egg), the ever-innovative company Quirky has just introduced a brand new egg yolk extractor called Pluck. Instead of conducting the usual “transfer-the yolk-back-and-forth-between-two-halves-of-the-shell” (as outlined in this classic RealSimple.com video), you can now just crack an egg into a bowl and […]
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A $6 Gadget to Make You A Better Baker
If you use your oven on a regular or semi-regular basis, here’s one (inexpensive) kitchen gadget you should invest in the next time you’re at Bed Bath and Beyond or the next time you place an Amazon order—an oven thermometer Using an oven thermometer can help you determine whether your oven runs hotter or cooler than the dial shows. I’m […]
Coupons Help Feed the Hungry
We cook a lot in my household, so a large portion of our monthly budget goes towards groceries. As a result, I’m always looking for ways to save on my next trip to the supermarket. While there are a lot of online coupon sites out there, CouponsForChange.org really stood out to me. Not only does it offer hundreds of discounts […]
How to Soften Butter Quickly
If you’re like me, and you never remember to soften your butter before beginning your favorite holiday cookie recipe, this tip will come in handy. To soften butter more quickly, measure out the amount you need and then cut it into smaller pieces. This works because it increases the surface area of the butter meaning the warm air is in […]
Hanukkah Begins Tomorrow, So Make Jelly Doughnuts
Hanukkah—the Jewish festival of lights—begins on Saturday, December 8 after sunset, and I can’t wait. There’s nothing I love more than the simple ritual of lighting the Menorah and singing the Hanukkah blessings. Oh wait, there is one thing I love more: Eating Hanukkah jelly doughnuts—also known as sufganiyot! I usually buy my jelly doughnuts (both Tal Bagels and the […]
How to Tell if Baking Soda Has Expired
Before you start baking all of those holiday cookies (Need some recipes? We have 60+ for you to choose from in our Holiday Cookie Calendar.), it’s a good idea to check to make sure your baking ingredients are still fresh and effective—especially if you’re an infrequent baker. To test your baking soda, use this tip from TheKitchn. Mix together 1/2 […]
The Secret to Carving Breast Meat From Your Thanksgiving Turkey
On Thanksgiving Day, there’s no responsibility quite as lofty as carving the turkey. The most important step: Getting the meat off the breasts (after all, most of your guests are going to want some white meat.) To get the breast meat off cleanly and completely, don’t forget this tip: Use your fingers to remove the wishbone before you carve off […]
