Reader’s Digest: Extraordinary Uses for Ordinary Things
We know that baking soda is extremely useful for cleaning around the house. But did you also know that it can also be used to:
* tenderize meat? Rub the meat with baking soda and let is sit in the refrigerator for 3-5 hours. Rinse before cooking.
* bake better beans? A pinch of baking soda will reduce the bloating and gas that results from consuming baked beans.
* make omelets fluffier? For every 3 eggs, add 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.
* deodorize your garbage can? Use a a wet paper towel dipped in baking soda to clean the inside of the trash can. Rinse with a clean damp towel or rag, and let dry. Sprinkle some baking soda inside the can before putting in a new liner.
These tips and many many more are in Reader’s Digest’s compilation of Extraordinary Uses for Ordinary Things. This is a mega-list that is sure to provide with hours of reading, and tons of useful information. I haven’t even begun to scratch the surface of this treasure trove of tips. Take a peek and share your most surprising finds with us!
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