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Is It Safe to Eat Leftovers That Sat Out Overnight?

By March 26, 2025March 26, 2025

Think twice before eating leftovers left out overnight. Some bacteria produce toxins that reheating won’t kill. Learn what’s safe…and what’s not.

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Frozen Meat that needs thawing before cooking
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How to Defrost Meat Fast (Thaw Frozen Meat Without Ruining It)

Bylivegreenspdx March 21, 2025March 21, 2025

Thaw frozen meat quickly and safely. Read to know how pro chefs defrost meat fast…without drying it out or ruining the flavor.

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Can You Put Hot Food in the Fridge? (+ Storage Tips)

Bylivegreenspdx March 18, 2025March 18, 2025

Wondering if you can store hot food in the fridge? Get expert-backed tips on how to cool, store, and keep leftovers safe without risking foodborne illness.

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Chef cutting and chopping garlic and onion in the kitchen
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How to Get Rid of Garlic and Onion Smell from Hands

Bylivegreenspdx March 15, 2025March 18, 2025

Find out how to remove the garlic and onion smell from your hands in minutes. Six proven methods and quick fixes that work. No more lingering odors.

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Cook tasting soup and finding out it’s too salty to eat
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6 Ways to Fix Over Salted Soup (Without Starting Over)

Bylivegreenspdx March 11, 2025March 18, 2025

What to do if chicken soup is too salty? Use these expert tricks to fix over salted soup and enjoy every spoonful.

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Rusty Cast Iron pan on the left. Clean cast iron pan on the right
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How to Keep Cast Iron from Rusting (Easy Prevention Tips)

Bylivegreenspdx March 7, 2025March 21, 2025

Learn the best ways to keep cast iron from rusting…even if you forgot to dry it. Read how expert chefs maintain, season, and store their cast iron.

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Freezed Sauce in Plastic Bottles
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Can You Freeze Sauce in Plastic Bottles? And Other Alternatives

By January 9, 2025February 23, 2025

You can freeze sauce in plastic bottles but you need to be cautious, and there are alternatives too. This blog post gives you the full answer.

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Why Should You Avoid Loose Sleeves in The Kitchen + Safe Kitchen Suits
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Why Should You Avoid Loose Sleeves in The Kitchen + Safe Kitchen Suits

Bylivegreenspdx January 6, 2025February 23, 2025

Loose sleeves don’t let you cook comfortably & are dangerous. This post tells you how to avoid loose sleeves in kitchen & best kitchen suits.

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How do I Get the Smell out of My Wooden Chopping board?
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How do I Get the Smell out of My Wooden Chopping board?

Bylivegreenspdx January 4, 2025February 23, 2025

A smelly cutting/chopping board can’t let you cook efficiently. This blog post tells how to remove the smells from wooden chopping boards and make them odor-free again.

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How Long Can a Kitchen Knife Be Wet
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How Long Can a Kitchen Knife Be Wet? + Essential Care Tips`

By December 19, 2024February 7, 2025

This blog post discusses in detail how long a kitchen knife can be wet. You will learn pro tactics to keep your knife protected from moisture.

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