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### 8. **Use a Spoon to Peel Ginger Easily**
Speaking of ginger, forget the peeler or knife. A simple spoon scrapes the skin off quickly without wasting the good stuff.
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### 9. **Keep Brown Sugar Soft with a Slice of Bread or Marshmallows**
Tired of rock-hard brown sugar? Toss a slice of bread (or a few marshmallows) into the container to keep it soft and scoopable.
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### 10. **Microwave Citrus Before Juicing**
Pop lemons or limes in the microwave for 10–15 seconds before squeezing—this helps release way more juice with less effort.
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### 11. **Use a Plastic Bottle to Separate Egg Yolks**
Crack your egg in a bowl, then gently squeeze an empty plastic bottle over the yolk to suck it right up—no more messy fingers or broken yolks.
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### 12. **Grate Cold Butter for Faster Melting or Mixing**
Need to mix butter into dough or melt it quickly? Freeze it and grate it with a cheese grater for faster, more even results.
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### 13. **Line Fridge Drawers with Paper Towels**
Place paper towels under fruits and veggies in the crisper to absorb excess moisture and keep them fresh longer.
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### 14. **Make Your Own Buttermilk in Minutes**
Out of buttermilk? Just mix 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice, let it sit for 5–10 minutes, and you’re good to go.
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### 15. **Pre-Scoop Ice Cream for Parties**
Hosting a get-together? Scoop ice cream into muffin tins lined with cupcake liners ahead of time, freeze, and serve stress-free when dessert time rolls around.
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### Final Thoughts
If you’ve been struggling to save time in the kitchen or reduce food waste, these simple hacks are a total game-changer. Not only will they make you feel like a kitchen pro, but they’ll also help you stretch your grocery budget, simplify your cooking routine, and bring a little joy to the daily grind.
Give a few of these tips a try—you might just find yourself wondering how you ever lived without them. 🙌🍽️
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