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Past articles by Maxine:

How to Store Sweet Potatoes So They Don't Shrivel Up

Sweet potato storage 101: How long do they last and should they go in the fridge? Learn here. → Read More

How to Keep Doughnuts Fresh Overnight

Learn the best way to keep doughnuts fresh overnight and how to revive stale doughnuts. → Read More

How Do You Stop Brown Sugar from Hardening?

Never struggle with a cinderblock of brown sugar again. → Read More

How to Keep Mushrooms Fresh So They Don't Get Slimy

Learn how to store mushrooms correctly, and never throw out slimy mushrooms again. → Read More

How to Keep Avocados from Browning

The best way to keep avocados from browning is to keep avocados away from oxygen. → Read More

How to Keep Strawberries Fresh for As Long As Possible

The best way to store strawberries so these fresh berries don't go bad. → Read More

How Long Can Milk Be Out of the Fridge?

We've all been guilty of leaving milk out of the fridge at some point in our lives. Maybe you accidentally left milk out for an afternoon after pou... → Read More

Does Sriracha Need to Be Refrigerated?

The best way to store Sriracha and keep it as vibrantly red as possible → Read More

How to Keep Strawberries Fresh for As Long As Possible

The best way to store strawberries so these fresh berries don't go bad. → Read More

How Long Can Cream Cheese Be Out of the Fridge?

The unrefrigerated shelf life of cheese is shorter than you might think, and really, cream cheese shouldn't be out of the fridge for too long. → Read More

How Long Does Watermelon Last?

The best way to store your watermelon, whether it's whole or cut into chunks, so your melon stays fresh for as long as possible. → Read More

What's the Difference Between American and British Bacon?

Both Americans and Brits can agree that bacon plays a critical role at breakfast, but any American who's had the pleasure of eating a full English break... → Read More

How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies

There's no hiding from a fruit fly infestation. When those tiny little bugs invade your kitchen and swarm around your fruit bowl or sink, you know ... → Read More

Does Apple Cider Vinegar Go Bad?

I'm not entirely sure when I last bought a bottle of apple cider vinegar, but I'm certain it was a long time ago. And though I've definit... → Read More

11 Microwave Breakfasts You Can Make in One Mug

If you’re someone who’s always looking for ways to streamline your morning routine and you haven’t started making breakfasts in a mug, I have some quest... → Read More

How to Store Beets So They Stay Firm

Stop wasting beets and learn how to store beets properly. → Read More

The Psychological Reason Why People Hate Spicy Foods

Why do some people hate hot sauce while others can't get enough? It has to do with psychology and endorphins, not genetics. → Read More

What's the Difference Between East Coast and West Coast Butter?

Born in New York and raised on the East Coast, I've only ever known butter sticks to be long and skinny, sold in sets of four and stacked as a cube. But... → Read More

What's the Difference Between Yams and Sweet Potatoes?

Sweet potatoes are a surprisingly versatile breakfast ingredient. They can be cooked into a hash, turned into toast, even stuffed into dumplings. But wh... → Read More

How Long Do Hard Boiled Eggs Last?

If It doesn't take that long to make a hard-boiled egg. All you need is ten minutes, a stove, and a pot of water. But knowing how long hard-boiled ... → Read More