Why A Bowl Of Coffee Grounds Belongs In Your Kitchen

Photographer, Basak Gurbuz Derman/Getty Images Use coffee grounds for a fresh fridge Kristina Ismulyani/Shutterstock Dry coffee grounds can neutralize intense odors, which is why you might have heard they work as an easy solution to a stinky refrigerator. Coffee grounds contain a substantial amount of nitrogen and can help to eliminate unpleasant odors from surfaces in your home. To rid your fridge of offending scents, first allow coffee grounds to dry before placing an open container of them in your refrigerator. If you’re really set on recycling your coffee grounds for … Read more

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Baby Red Potato Salad – Leels Cooks

A super simple and fresh potato salad. No mayo so you can easily take this one out for picnics or potlucks without having to worry! These are not roasted because I like the clean, gentle, sweet taste of the potato to come through, suitable to go along with fresh summer dishes or grilled meats. It also gets better the longer you let it chill, so enjoy this one for a few days (if you can resist!) These even make weirdly delicious roasted potato or hashbrowns for breakfast a few days later if you’re “over” potato salad by then. Yum! What … Read more

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Chives, Green Onions, And Scallions: What’s The Difference?

Mikroman6/Getty Images In the world of onions, there are tons to choose from — red, sweet, yellow, or white could all find their way into various recipes, and each come with their own unique flavor profile (try these tricks for cutting them without crying!). But when it comes to the stalky, green variety you might spot at the grocery store, it’s a bit harder to decipher the different kinds. Chives, green onions, and scallions all look remarkably similar — long, green, and leafy. And if you’ve never cooked with them, you might … Read more

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Tonkatsu Curry Ramen – Leels Cooks

I’ve been meaning to make a version of this classic dish myself, this is in no way a unique recipe or has it changed significantly, it’s really perfect just the way it is. My version is very low effort with great taste, no dashi or any long stewing, use any noodles and garnishes you like! With a slightly lighter broth, toasted garlic chips and double breaded crispy tonkatsu, give this recipe a try for an easy weeknight dinner! What you need: 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock 1 box golden curry (the small 100g box) 4 pork chops, bone removed … Read more

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Why You May Want To Avoid Buying Pancake Mix

Ekaterina Smirnova/Getty Images Grocery shopping can be an anxiety-inducing endeavor, especially if you’re trying to work within a budget. There are aisles of packaged ingredients, and plenty of them promise to save you time and money. One of the major questions on the minds of customers, however, is which ones are really worth it? There is at least one product you can probably leave on the shelf, and it may surprise you to hear that it’s pancake mix. If you grew up grabbing one of these boxes on a Sunday morning to … Read more

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Chicken Karaage – Leels Cooks

I had a huuuge craving for chicken karaage so I went out of my way to make it as close to authentic I could (without the sake). Chicken thighs and potato starch are a must. The fattier thigh meat holds up better to frying than breast meat and is significantly more flavourful. The potato starch makes the chicken crispier and adds a delicious flavour. Highly recommended for this recipe, and I personally wouldn’t make it without. You can also use corn starch or regular flour in a pinch but it wont have that crunch!You can find potato starch at most … Read more

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The Genius Hack For Scalding Milk In The Microwave Mess-Free

Jc_dh/Getty Images All recipes come with highs and lows and the lows are almost always those semi-complicated or drawn-out steps you’d rather skip. If your next recipe calls for a cup or two of scalded milk, before you sigh heavily, try a fool-proof heating method. Sure enough, with the handy use of your microwave and believe it or not, a wooden spoon, you’ll have scalded milk in no time. The best part? You don’t have to worry about your milk accidentally boiling over during the heating process. Whether you’re whipping up classic … Read more

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Chai Cinnamon Rolls with Sweetened Condensed Milk Glaze – Leels Cooks

It might be a bit of a tongue twister, but trust me these Chai Cinnamon Rolls are the BEST thing. I was brainstorming ideas for blog posts and incorporating Chai flavours into something was one of them. I figured just amping up the spices in something that already featured one of them would work, and this did! These rolls are fluffy, feathery, deeply spiced and topped with a rich creamy sweetened condensed milk glaze that isn’t too sweet, but enough to balance everything.It seems like a lot of ingredients, but trust me it’s not too difficult and the pay off is … Read more

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How To Clean Your Butcher Block Countertops The Correct Way

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Joseph Hendrickson/Shutterstock If you’re an avid home chef who’s looking to upgrade their kitchen, you may want to consider installing butcher block countertops. Basically, this remodel turns all of your counter space into a cutting board, which can be a very exciting option for those who love to cook. Butcher block counters boast a couple of unique advantages: they’re an inexpensive option, they give your kitchen a nice, natural look, and they’re extremely practical. However, the catch is that these types of … Read more

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Pumpkin Spiced Latte Cake – Leels Cooks

I wasn’t sure what to call this coffee cake. It’s like a traditional streusel topped cake, but with actual coffee elements along with a spiced pumpkin cake.  It’s got pumpkin, spices, a brown sugar coffee swirl and a coffee crumble topping. It has to be a pumpkin spice latte, right? I combined a few different recipes into this one and I think it works really well. The cake is subtly spiced and moist while the coffee elements are a bit stronger and deliver some crunch.   What you need: Swirl: 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened 2 1/2 tsp instant coffee … Read more

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