How to Clean Greasy Stove Burner Grates Without Harsh Fumes
Baked-on grease on stove grates comes off with a long hot soak and a baking soda paste. No oven cleaner or ammonia needed.
How to Clean Dirty Grout Without Bleach
Grout is porous, so it holds dirt and soap. A baking soda paste, a little dish soap and a stiff brush will lift most of it. Here’s the method.
How to Clean a Dusty Fan Without Taking It Apart
A dusty fan blows that dust right back into the room. Here are three easy ways to clean one without a screwdriver.
The Sugar and Yeast Mosquito Trap: Does It Really Work?
A bottle of sugar water and yeast is the most shared homemade mosquito trap. Here’s how to make it, what to expect, and what cuts mosquitoes down much more.
Does Coca-Cola Really Clean Toilets and Rust? What It Can and Can’t Do
Cola does loosen rust and mineral rings, thanks to the mild acids in it. Here’s where it works, how to use it, and when a real cleaner is the better choice.
Baking Soda and Sugar for Roaches: Does This Homemade Bait Work?
The baking soda and sugar roach trick is shared everywhere. Here’s how it’s supposed to work, what to expect, and what gets rid of roaches faster.
How to Make a Fly Trap From a Plastic Bottle (and What to Put Inside)
A cut plastic bottle and a few kitchen ingredients make a fly trap that works on the patio or a windowsill. Here’s how to build it and which bait to use.
My Son Washes Raw Chicken in the Sink. My Daughter Says It’s the Worst Thing You Can Do. Who’s Right?
Many of us grew up rinsing chicken before cooking. Food-safety experts now say don’t. Here’s why, and what to do if your chicken seems slimy.
My Husband Never Rinses Ground Beef After Browning. I Always Did. Who’s Right?
Some cooks rinse browned ground beef with hot water to wash away fat. Others say it ruins the flavor and clogs the sink. Here’s what rinsing really does, and the better way to cut grease.
I Told My Family I’m Not Hosting Thanksgiving Unless Everyone Signs Up for a Dish by November 1st. This Is What Happened
For years I cooked the whole Thanksgiving dinner by myself. This year I sent a sign-up sheet with a deadline. Here’s how the family took it, and the simple sheet that made it work.