Ball canning jars are wonderful for storage too!

@thevirtualtraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Old school!

@lindaburley9813

3 жыл бұрын

A little over the top but I vacuum seal my canning jars with the attachment on my FlavourSaver. It's great for pantry items.

@vegangelist

Ай бұрын

​@lindaburley9813 same. About 5 or 6 years ago, I picked up a pantry moth infestation and overhauled my pantry in the process. I did spend quite a bit on numerous flats of Mason jars in every size and shape they have. But now my dry goods go from package to Mason jar and get vacuum sealed. So any future pest issue would be contained. Plus: things last longer when kept vacuum sealed, which is helpful for our empty nest house.

Tip for washing plastic bags: turn it inside out, stick you hand inside, add a dot of detergent and "wash your hands". Works a treat!

@DeliaLee8

3 жыл бұрын

@potterma63 Great idea! Thanks for sharing!

@mlob535

3 жыл бұрын

I do that too! It’s so easy!

@Ekreagan

3 жыл бұрын

What a great idea! Thank you!

@freespirit3891

3 жыл бұрын

No longer plastic grocery bags in ny, for larger stuff, but bread and burger/frank bags are real good..keep the plastic tie/clip that comes with it to close

@ph11p3540

2 жыл бұрын

Except for where meats are concerned. It's not good enough to have those bags washed. They must be sterilized after they were used for storing meats or sous vide cooking.

I use canning jars. Glass retains no odor, does not stain, dishwasher safe, you can see contents, works for wet or dry items. Lids do not leak, lids previously used for canning work for storage. Comes in 1/2c, 1c, 2c, 4c sizes & some sizes can even nest in larger jars for space saving. They are convenient for portion control, premade servings and gift giving. They are cheap & last. When broken they can be recycled. Bonus, only 2 lid sizes, and 1 piece lids are available. And can be used for canning!

@jessicaharris1608

13 күн бұрын

My primary qualm with using mason jars is that they're round, which wastes precious fridge real estate vs. something square or rectangular. I am quite a Tetris master when it comes to packing the fridge, but rounded shapes are space wasters. Don't get me wrong, I love to reuse glass jars for leftover storage, but that's my biggest issue.

The fact that Lisa is still using an actual iPod above her microwave for music in the kitchen is what really impressed me. 👍👍

@MarjaMariachi

Жыл бұрын

I like to imagine it's all full of death metal!

@Genevieve1023

Жыл бұрын

Those came out before Apple started building stuff to break in two years of less.

@13Voodoobilly69

7 ай бұрын

I still have one. It works great and the battery has not died which shocks me.

@patyoung9412

3 ай бұрын

My husband still uses his too❤

I love the old school iPod in the background

I've used some glass straws made from a Pyrex type of glass. Zero chips or breaks in years of use.

I love my glass straws more than any others. It's nice that you can see all the way through for cleanliness. I put mine in the dishwasher too.

@kenmore01

3 жыл бұрын

The dishwasher won't clean those.

@CreamyJalapeno

3 жыл бұрын

@@kenmore01 wanna bet?

@kenmore01

3 жыл бұрын

@@CreamyJalapeno I'm a fan of dishwashers, but I believe the random spraying wouldn't reliably clean the inside of a straw.

@lrhurst3033

3 жыл бұрын

@@kenmore01 That's why you clean them first with a pipe cleaner and just use the dishwasher as the follow up and sanitizer. Works great for me.

I have beeswax-infused cloth that I bought from a local crafter. She never explained that they seal with hand heat! (I've been using rubber bands to seal and hold them in place.) Thanks for the tip!

It is amazing how many of these kitchen tests produce an OXO winner!

@marysummers

2 жыл бұрын

I've had those OXO glass containers and they are HORRIBLE! Impossible to close and chip easily. 2/3 of the set was chipped in less than a year. And I have other glass containers for years that never chipped. I love other OXO products, but stay away from those glass containers!

@kimberlindy

Жыл бұрын

I've been using the OXO for a decade with no chips, but they can require some force to get the last side of the lid to snap in.

Love this. Now use these products and options in your cooking demos...spread the word.

Instead of plastic wrap or beeswax wrap on a bowl, just put a plate over top and plop it into the fridge. I do it all the time and if works perfectly. Or just buy bowls that come with lids (ceramic to match the pot). You have to look out for them but they’re out there.

@GKP999

3 жыл бұрын

I do the same! Plate on top of a bowl!

@rikkitikkitavi997

3 жыл бұрын

I do that a lot too.

@lordgarion514

3 жыл бұрын

The plate trick works pretty good for short periods. The only real problem with using a plate is that it won't seal, which let's moisture and odors enter/escape. Of course that's not much of a problem for short periods with food that doesn't have a strong odor.

@jjpp2216

3 жыл бұрын

@@lordgarion514 what I’ve found is that it works long enough (a day or two). If you need longer, you should be freezing, not refrigerating.

@decolonizeEverywhere

3 жыл бұрын

Haha! I said the same thing before I read the comments. What did people think anyone used before there was plastic wrap I mean the stuff is in a hundred years old and people been eating for a lot longer than that haven't they? Or or what they would have done was to have bowls and things that have lids with them.

Loved this! I have the silicone covers like yours and have mesh bags for produce. I have had the wooden bag dryer for years. My parents grew up in the Depression and I learned to wash out plastic bags, glass jars and tin foil at a young age. We need to get back to that thinking.

@r.g8725

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, TOTALLY - live like there isn't any plastic wrap, disposable ware, etc. Growing up in different countries we washed foil wrap and the few plastic bags. I continue to do so, tho' almost always reuse glass jars/storage containers, cloth grocery bags, produce mesh bags, etc.

I think this topic needs to be revisited regularly because there are always new products coming onto the market and newer concerns. For instance, right now, I'm all concerned about microplastics so bpa-free or not, I would still rather go for glass all the way. Also, I wish someone would come up with an easier way to wash/clean these wax/ silicon/ reusable grocery bags.

@NPonlamuangsri

9 ай бұрын

Micro plastics are the exact reason I’m here. Do silicone products leech them as well?

* The Pyrex nesting multi-bowl set with matching lids is an excellent alternative to the disposable plastic covers. One of ATK's best ever recommendations; I've used them for two years now and they're great. * Store your stainless straws in the freezer and they won't become moldy. Works great for Camelbak bladders too.

@DeliaLee8

3 жыл бұрын

using the freezer to store the straws! great idea!

@poonamabbi7448

3 жыл бұрын

The lids break way before the containers

@katiebergeron7384

3 жыл бұрын

Honest question. Why are straws molding? Are people not using them frequently enough? We have had ours for three years and never had this issue but we also use them multiple times a day.

@luke8173

3 жыл бұрын

I received the Pyrex set several years ago for Christmas - I use them for so many things, I have even dropped them and they didn't break - totally recommend

@danixoxo8637

2 жыл бұрын

Moldy straws? Gross. How? Never knew this was a thing. I rarely need one, but people don't let them dry completely before storing them??

Glass straws are great! They don’t chip. I get borosilicate glass (which most are), so they’re sturdy. I also like that they’re clear, so you can be sure that they’re clean. You can even get ones with little decorative glass animals, flowers, and geometric designs.

Yes! Please more sustainability content please :D

@coffee3470

3 жыл бұрын

yea. buy plastic to get sustainable? so stupid this is

@hannahcrowley2030

3 жыл бұрын

@@coffee3470 it's about reusing, brah!

@jefffeinberg1577

3 жыл бұрын

Such a scam

@polycrystallinecandy

Жыл бұрын

@@coffee3470 Using plastic doesn't screw the environment, throwing it into landfill does

been watching on and off for a while and I think you guys are really hitting your stride in terms of tone and target audience and just seeming so much more relaxed in front of the cameras, I’m happy for y’all

Since most the avocados I use are in combination with using limes, I just rub the cut avocado surface with lime juice and it stays perfectly green, no oxidation. I keep the pit in the cut avocado half, and store the avocado is glass container with snap lids.

@A-Wa

2 жыл бұрын

this also works for sliced apple! Ive only used it with lemon but lime should have the same effect

I love the reusable silicone lids that she said were too difficult to stretch over a bowl. They don't fit every size but are excellent on the ones they do fit. I rarely us cling wrap anymore.

@purpunknat

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I've got two sets of 10 so they fit on every container I have. I find them pretty easy to use. I also use them for rising bread dough. Works like a charm.

@claudia2.1

3 жыл бұрын

Same here. Just get a set with many sizes. Don't have to stretch, just size up.

@sounsure9108

3 жыл бұрын

Brand I bought one and I ripped it after a few uses

@aleb5195

2 жыл бұрын

Do they hold on to the smell too?

@watchingover3592

2 жыл бұрын

I haven’t noticed the silicone picking up any odors from the food. If fit tightly they can hold freshness and therefore odors from seeping out.

So glad to finally see this kind of content from ATK- we’ve been alarmed at all the one-time-use stuff we’ve seen over the years... keep it up!!

Awesome information Ladies! Plastics are a serious environmental problem that we all need to take responsibility for. You’ve inspired me to start TODAY!👍🏼

That was excellent work on a very important topic. I put a bunch of these on my shopping list. This at-home format isn't easy, but this was so well done. Keep these coming!

Baggies are only single use if you choose to throw them out. Glad she mentioned that. I wash and reuse them until they fall apart. Eventually a little hole may appear. I have taped over them and kept using. I do my best with not being wasteful, but I'm not interested in purchasing expensive, specialized products. I feel somewhat suspicious, like this is another category of stuff for people with money to burn. A victory for marketing. It seems like more unnecessary consumerism, which people who are into recycling and reusing are generally trying to avoid. Even though I wash my baggies, I do not require a $24 baggie drying tree. Lol. I'm fine using those lesser-quality yogurt containers, etc. I even take them to work. I have no pride. 🤷‍♀️

@icrisologo

3 жыл бұрын

Right? Buying more things instead of repurposing things one already owns is very counterproductive and not sustainable at all. Also, if one tosses all the single-use stuff they have at home unused to replace them with new "eco-friendly" things, it defeats the purpose.

@peggiescraftcafe7117

3 жыл бұрын

$24.00!? I just use the handle of my wood spoons to dry baggies. And I already have several dozen wood spoons.

@barbaras7143

2 жыл бұрын

I'm with you @wendy darling! Reduce, reuse, recycle.

@Omoloya1

Жыл бұрын

👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿❤️

@setodd2098

Жыл бұрын

Any tall narrow bottle makes a great drying rack for a bag or knife block is another great solution. But I also grew up poor and we rarely could afford expensive tools, so we had to get creative to get things done.

I really like the glass storage containers that have the lids without the gaskets. They work great and are the easiest to clean.

For avocados I leave the pit in and cover with the empty side that I scooped out. It works great. Generally I’m eating the second half the next day, so I don’t know how long that would work.

@SuperDflower

2 ай бұрын

Here’s a trick, if you want your avocados not to brown, cover them in some kind of oil and then wrap them. Try it out

The Rubbermaid brilliance comes in glass as well! I have both (found the glass set at target, which still use the same plastic lids, so it's all interchangeable)

@lisamcmanus6656

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that tip!

@ShayBabae

Жыл бұрын

I have both as well. Love them!

I've been doing the washing out the larger bag's thing for years but I'm cheap and can get at least four or five uses out of them and I have my own reusable shopping bags .

@trishthehomesteader9873

3 жыл бұрын

I do that too. Can't tell you when I last bought plastic bags.☺️ I also have 3 of the wooden bag driers. Love them! For taller bags, I turn a mug upside-down and put the bag drier on that.

Since the day you guys did the Rubbermaid Brilliance episode, I have bought them for myself and everyone I know. They are the best "tupperware" on the planet, thank you so much for doing the legwork to convince me to buy it. It's worth every penny. And I'm Canadian and they are super expensive here, but worth it.

@Loruca

2 жыл бұрын

Why do people call plastic containers "tupperware"? The stuff that is really Tupperware is excellent. I have some that's got to be 40 years old. I've had a few lids break on me, and Tupperware supposedly replaces them free.

@montyollie

2 жыл бұрын

@@Loruca Agreed! I do love actual tupperware as well! Kind of like how the brand names Kleenex and Bandaid overtook tissue and bandage, Tupperware will always be reusable plastic containers in our lexicon.

Glass straws are great. I’ve had mine for around 8 years. No breaking, Or chipping at all.

@Galworld761

3 жыл бұрын

My mom thought it was a drug pipe. 🙄

@gribble2979

3 жыл бұрын

Same here. I have both metal and glass (that's held up perfectly and never chipped) but now I want the OXO's with the silicone tops!

@christieh1029

3 жыл бұрын

Same here...love them! After washing, and to store them, I put a crunched-up piece of paper towel in the bottom of a tall glass, then put straws in the glass. I change out the paper towel periodically (and compost the old!).

Love that there's racks now to dry plastic bags for us hippies! Yay!! But those plastic produce bags from the store? They make really good proofing bags for my breads. And I also use them to keep bugs off my drying herbs when I get some from the Food Bank. I will have to get some of the reusable bags when I start needing them, but for now I still use the plastic bags we were getting last year from the school lunches. Those were so sturdy.

Next gen ATK talent. They inspire confidence.

That kitchen that Hannah is filming in is just gorgeous!

You gals are absolutely AWESOME!! Solid information and extensive testing results... thank you for your contributions to important subjects as these!

Loved this video, I would love to see more videos like this. I’m always looking for ways to use less plastic in my home

Ladies, you are reading my mind! I was wondering how not to use so much plastic in the kitchen, thank you for this video.

This is a real service to us all - thank you 😍

Thank you for this video and for caring for the environment. We got a set of the silicone covers that have a lip and they work great for us. The set has different sizes and we haven’t had issues using them. I have small hands and am able to stretch the lid over the containers. We just need to make sure to keep the container’s surface dry so that the silicone doesn’t slip. We also got a set of handmade mesh bags from a seller on Etsy. They came in another bag that I keep in my purse and take out the sizes I need when grocery shopping. I love not having to deal with plastic.

These were great reviews. I have a number of the Brilliance containers and love them. I never worry about throwing them in my backpack and leaking. In addition, they are clear so you can see what is in them. I’m hoping they come out with a soup size (round). I also reuse zip bags if they were not used for meat. The best way to recycle is to never use it to begin with.

A topic I have needed all the way from the storage to the straws to the bags to the bag dryer stand. Thank you so much!

Thank you for the work that you do. I'm reducing my plastic usage and found this video along with the recommended products to be fantastic! 👍🏾

@realsdsk

3 жыл бұрын

I ordered two of the products that you recommended and one just arrived! Thank you, thank you. I'm very excited.

Thank you for the thorough work you do.

Thank you this was very much needed.

The stretchy silicone disks are perfect for tucking directly on the surface of puddings and sauces, to prevent a thick skin from forming. They're also good for using as a tight wrap for cut avocados, apples, proving dough. Actually, they're really helpful.

Thank you so much for this video. I’ve been trying to limit single use plastics, but the inconvenience and ineffectiveness of so many solutions had me frustrated. Think this will be a big help. (Btw, the ad that came up at the beginning of the video was for US Plastics! You need to have a discussion with those algorithms.)

Or you can save the glass jars food came in and use it again.

@oldtimerlee8820

3 жыл бұрын

YES !!!!

@houchi69

3 жыл бұрын

And even the plastic jars or containers.

@mihaelazlate4729

3 жыл бұрын

Thats what i also do, a bigger jar works fine to get soup at work.

@4thHouseOnTheRight

3 жыл бұрын

That's what I do too

@meghanfaulkner4154

3 жыл бұрын

Reusing glass jars are great for pantry storage, but not for reheating your leftovers for a work lunch. And a lot of food containers (like the ones yogurt comes in) are not safe for reheating food.

Flinging around pineapples in bags! LOL! Seriously, I wanna work in the Test Kitchen.

I have the stretchy bowl covers. I love love them, not hard to stretch at all. Only problem I have is choosing the right side but that’s me, I have trouble the correct size with choosing any storage item.

Wow! Thanks for the testing and reviews. Such meaningful information!

I actually LIKE the stretchy pull-around silicone bowl covers -- I find that if I match the cover to the bowl they are *not* difficult to put on AND they seal more securely (IMHO). I still LOVE LOVE LOVE these videos, but I'm thrilled I bought the covers that work for me before I saw this one.

BTW: for a cheap, homemade plastic bag dryer, chopsticks stuck into an unloved coffee mug works great.

Please more videos like this, I want to produce less waste!

Love my Lock & Lock glass storage containers -- variety of sizes and colors. Perfect for all my banchan and leftovers. ❤

Love my Rubbermaid brilliance. Bought them after watching the first video you made on them. Thanks

to cover use wax paper w/ foil on top - throw away the wax paper after use but reuse the foil topper time and again

Wow i love the testing you guys put these items through

Thank you so very much for this!!!!!

I love this video - thanks for doing what you do you guys!

The Rubbermaid Brilliance collection is now available in glass, so y'all should compare that with the others

@lisamcmanus6656

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion!

Glass straws are the best. You should try them. I've had a set for six years; no breaks, no chips.

@gobie1kenobie

3 жыл бұрын

Except in my kitchen. I drop everything

Another terrific video from Americas Test Kitchen. Thank you!

Love the sustainable products!

We use the Rubbermaid Brilliance as well and they are fantastic! Great review again from ATK :)

Great tips. Thanks! I am definitely dramatically lowering my use of plastic - especially plastic bags. But, if I end up with a few, I wash them and dry them over a roll of paper towels. Dries quickly inside and out. I’ve used the reusable bags too and they definitely need to be dried over the paper towels because they don’t open as wide as the flimsy grocery store ones and air can’t reach them easily. Thanks again for all.

Thank you SO MUCH! I'm trying to eliminate all disposable plastic from our home and your testing has given me some great alternatives.

Thanks for the suggestions! I just bought the straw set!

While reducing single-use plastics that end up in landfills (or elsewhere) is an admirable effort, it's worth noting that more often than not, the number of times these replacement products can be used before they themselves need replacement is not an improvement when comparing the comparative amount of resource consumption needed to produce them in the first place. Just food for thought.

@lightdark00

3 жыл бұрын

The fact is though, we need to quit using all plastic that's not infinitely recyclable or able to be turned back into fuel. Consumers should only be throwing away used organic items that have no more useful life left.

I mostly dig that old school iPod stereo!

The Rubbermaid Brilliance line comes with sizes great for pantry storage/dry goods like flours and sugars and such. The seal is great!

About time. Finally you have covered this issue. I think single-use plastic needs to be banned. We survived many thousands of years without it just fine. Try just using canning jars with lids for leftovers. They don't leak.

@TheIkaika777

2 жыл бұрын

Plastic is natural, plastic comes from nature.

When storing an avocado I always keep the pit in. It seems to slow the browning process vs storing it w/o the pit.

@annedwyer797

3 жыл бұрын

If I have half an avocado to store, I remove the pit and store it flat side down onto the surface of the container. Prevents any browning.

@serendipityshopnyc

3 жыл бұрын

The pit prevents browning where it's covering the surface of the indentation. Doesn't do much for the cut surface. I usually mash the remaining avocado and then put it in a small plastic container w/a relatively narrow opening, cover with a thin layer of olive oil (optional), then press on plastic wrap. Top darkens but below is fine.

@barbaradeselle9087

3 жыл бұрын

I will rub lemon or lime juice on the surface or an acidic powder used in canning, 0ne brand is “Fresh”, keeps peaches and bananas, etc, from browning.i used it on cut salad greens to keep fresh for a couple days in fridge.

@micheleolson9914

2 жыл бұрын

I rub the avocado with lemon or lime juice (bottled), works even with the pit removed.

I own the Rubbermaid Brilliance plastic storage tubs. I love them.

I do not have any rolls of saran wrap, aluminum, or ziplock bags. I just reuse plastic containers. When I do take out food, I would also bring my own containers. My plan is to transition to glass containers when the plastic containers I have fall apart. I will then recycle them.

@aimeehintz8245

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve had the same roll of plastic wrap for 5 years and it’s still half full since I prefer to store in containers.

@mlob535

3 жыл бұрын

I also bring a container when I go (well, used to go) to restaurants for any potential leftovers but so far, I haven’t used them.

Loved this video and all the tips, I've been waiting to splurge on those Rubbermaid Brilliance containers though.

Loved this video! Thank you for the info!!!

Thank you, ladies!!

thank you so much for finally making this video. ATK is a BIG influencer. When you teach, people learn!

Thank you for the attention to detail in your honest reviews. I got an Abeego set from your affiliate link in the description. In the future please use time stamps for the products. Thank you so much. I might get the lids as well.

Thank you for doing this video.

I use a plate to cover my bowl in the fridge

We love the Gear Heads !! ❤️ ❤️

Another good episode and noticed that Hanna moved. She's in a nice, though vintage kitchen now, like it. The cabinet design reminds me of my last apartment, though mine were painted white at some point but had the light wood finish originally. The ONLY thing was, the base cabinets did not go all the way to the floor and had legs for support and when I left the place in 2016, the base cabinets were getting out of square and it showed in doors rubbing together as when closed, you just saw the cut as they were all frameless. Then again, it WAS built in 1960 and out of reinforced concrete slabs, so a mid century gem of sorts.

@cauthoncrazy

3 жыл бұрын

My husband would go bananas for that kitchen, faults and all. He loves that 60s and 70s style.

@hannahcrowley2030

3 жыл бұрын

i just moved into this really cool little mid-century gem in vermont. it was designed by a guy who was working at the same time as frank lloyd wright. and get this, a guy watching THIS video contacted me and told me that he GREW UP IN MY HOUSE! so weird. he was able to tell me the name of the architect and i found all kinds of cool info about the house. if you like this kind of thing go follow me on instagram, i'm planning to do a whole series on the house!

@johnhpalmer6098

3 жыл бұрын

@@hannahcrowley2030 That's very cool! What is your moniker there? There are plenty of Hanna Crawley's on Insta. :-}

@hannahcrowley2030

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnhpalmer6098 hannah_crowley8 linked above in the description if you can't find me!

@johnhpalmer6098

3 жыл бұрын

@@hannahcrowley2030 Thanks!

My glass straw is nine years old. Still in perfect condition.

Gosh I love you two 💖💖💖 please don't stop!!!

I am obsessed with the Ello fold and store silicone straws highly recommend trying those

I'd be interested to see a comparison between the silicone lids and using a dinner plate as a makeshift lid. The convenience of the dinner plate might outweigh the hassle of buying a specialty product, if the relative looseness of the seal is not too bad.

@borderlineiq

3 жыл бұрын

Your point is dead on. Very few foods are at risk of forming a skin or browning. Most foods that DO brown will do so even if in a dish covered with other foods. Using avocados was both irrelevant and annoying, as simply keeping the seed in will prevent browning, even at room temperature.

@saragianettitamargo990

3 жыл бұрын

Another advantage of using a plate to cover a bowl is that you can stack other items on top of the plate.

@watchingover3592

3 жыл бұрын

Plates on top don't work for me and my small refrigerator- my plates are bigger than the bowls I use causing them to take up more space. I use silicone stretch tops that ate tight and can stack bowls on top using less waited space.

I have the stretchy plastic type lids and love them.

Amazing.... I am going to buy these

This was great. Thank you.

Very helpful, thanks. Two more item types to add to your list: 1. TRAVEL SET OF STAINLESS STEEL SILVERWARE: For eating your lunch away from home. Some brands are made for camping and some come from East Asian countries and will include chopsticks. There is a wide variety. I recommend going for as nearly full-sized as possible, making sure the spoon is deep enough for soup (or substitute a soup spoon from home), checking that the knife is serrated, and including the chopsticks. Some come with a stainless steel drinking straw and even a brush for cleaning its inside. The set comes in a pouch, which can be made from a variety of materials. Mine is silicone. You will need to have a plan of how to either clean or wrap the dirty utensils after use, so you don’t get the pouch dirty while carrying them home. 2. RESTAURANT-STYLE COTTON KITCHEN TOWELS: These are washable, absorbent, soft and pleasing, and replace many, many paper towels and napkins. I don’t recommend the ones with the waffle-like texture and certainly not terrycloth. Also called tea towels. They launder well and wear like iron. Mine are listed at Amazon at about $20 for thirteen of them, are white 2-ply cotton with a woven stripe that comes in different colors, and are described thus: “Liliane Collection Red Dish (13 Pack) -Commercial Grade Absorbent 100% 2-ply Cotton Kitchen (14"x27") Classic White Tea Towels Side Stripes, 14" x 27", 13 Count.” (This is the description for the towels with a red stripe, and they also come with a stripe in green, blue or yellow.) I wouldn’t use them for something terribly gross or strongly staining, but that should be obvious; there are other tools for that, like a cleaning brush. On first washing/drying, they do get somewhat smaller, but it seems to be more from sort of puckering a bit than just shrinkage; they become soft and lush. I have a big stack of these in my kitchen, folded and ready, and use quite a few every day.

@klgordon11

2 жыл бұрын

I had a set of stainless silverware for my lunch bag, for years. With sending lunches to school for my kids, I decided to just use what we have. They now carry their utensils, including a stainless straw (a set that we've also had for 10 years) rolled in a cloth napkin/restaurant style towel. If you ever misplace your set, this works well. And yes! The Liliane towels! I bought for my mom and sister, and we use them daily, multiple times.

I love my glass straws, been using them for years.

I recently bought a dutch oven from Misen that came with a silicone lid. I actually prefer that lid to the cast iron lid. It seals absolutely tight, does great in the oven or stovetop, and is very easy to clean.

I have one silicone lily lid that I use a lot. Love it.

The silicone straw that split lengthwise is the best. Soooo easy to clean anywhere.

Reusable mesh produce have are actually very common in Belgium, the stores gave them with your purchases for a while

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that is super interesting! i just moved to vermont and i'm seeing them more here than i did in boston.

Thank you for this!

thankyou this is a keeper

I save cereal bags to store pre-chopped veggies and roasts that are cut for stew meat or smaller roasts (cooking for 2 now). They also work very well for pounding meat, or for coating meat with seasonings. Sometimes food comes in plastic ziplock type bags from the grocery store. I clean these and label them with freezer tape listing the contents (rice, freeze dried fruit, dried fruit, granola, croutons, & shredded cheese come in these bags). Anything I put raw meat in is one time use. I also save produce bags from the store to use the next time I visit, sometimes they don’t even need to be rinsed to be reused.

Thank you so much for this video

Excellent video gals!

THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!!!! I am always looking for eco friendly alternatives. We all need to do our part for our planet.