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Do Just One Thing for May 26, 2014

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | May 26th, 2014

Has the power gone out in your home due to a storm? Not sure what's safe to eat or what to toss from your refrigerator? The United States Department of Agriculture has a website that lists what to do with each item in your fridge. It warns that appearance and odor are not good indicators of which foods are safe to eat. For example, dairy products like milk should be tossed, but butter and processed cheese are fine to keep. Fresh fruits that are cut should be tossed, but an open jar of fruit juice is fine to keep. For the whole list, visit foodsafety.gov.

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Do Just One Thing for May 25, 2014

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | May 25th, 2014

According to the Natural Resources Defense Council, an astounding 40 percent of food in the United States ends up in landfills. To help cut back on food waste, try this simple tip to save leftovers at home: Invest in reusable, small, flat containers with matching lids and divide leftovers into them. This will help the food cool down faster, preventing bacteria spores from germinating. The benefit of several containers also helps with portion control, so family members can opt to reheat one serving instead of an entire batch of food.

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Do Just One Thing for May 24, 2014

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | May 24th, 2014

If your automatic dishwasher isn't getting your plates, pots and pans sparkling clean anymore, try this trick before replacing it: Clean the filter. At the bottom of your dishwasher is a filter that is designed to keep large particles of food away from the internal pump. Over time, the filter can get clogged from grease and other debris. Simply remove it and give it a good scrub in the sink. When you run the dishwasher again, you may be surprised at how clean your dishes are. As always, refer to your owner's manual for specific instructions.

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