A microwave is one of the most popular appliances in the kitchen, but we don’t know much about them. One of the most common questions is how hot a microwave can get. We’ve done the research to answer this question for…
Rice is a staple in diets across continents and cultures. But sometimes, it’s difficult to know how much rice you need to cook, whether it will be too much, not enough, or just right. So how much cooked rice does…
Knowing how and where to store cooking oils is vital to ensure a functional kitchen and delicious meals. You may have thought that you can’t keep any cooking oils in cool areas, such as the refrigerator, but that isn’t necessarily…
Ideally, a dishwasher is placed close to the kitchen sink and drain, but you may find it necessary to extend the dishwasher drain hose when this isn’t possible. So how is this done? We’ve done the research to give you…
Garbage disposals are appliances that are very convenient for everyday life in the kitchen, but if you’ve ever had to perform maintenance on or pull something out of the garbage disposal, you may have wondered whether it has blades that…
A kitchen is an area of the home bustling with activity, and with that comes the inevitability of wear and tear. One facet of the kitchen where there is a high risk of this happening is near the dishwasher, where…
Making attempts at creating homemade pasta has become increasingly popular. A common question, though, is how to store these noodles. Store-bought pasta is a staple that can be kept in a pantry for months. Homemade noodles, however, can be a…
Any seasoned chef knows that a knife sharpener is an essential accessory in the kitchen, but what may be a bit foggier is how one should clean this convenient tool. With a variety of options, from sharpening stones and rods…