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    What things have you found out that were helpful to you,
    that you hadn't thought of before?

    I love this one for peeling kiwi, will try it next time!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Natalka View Post
    What things have you found out that were helpful to you,
    that you hadn't thought of before?

    I love this one for peeling kiwi, will try it next time!


    i saw that today too. can't wait to try it!
    i love kiwis but they're such a pain to peel.
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    someone on the Q thread (jester) mentioned keeping a lemon in the freezer. when you need a little lemon zest, you can use the frozen lemon.
    so handy!

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    For orange and lemon zest, I zest them to a paper towel, let them dry out a bit, then put them each in a small container and keep in the freezer. When I need zest for baking, I can just shake out what I need, and crush the pieces in my palm, which releases the oils.

    That potato vid is cool!

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    Lots of people know this, but I'm always surprized to know many don't...

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    I have done this since I was a kid - my son still thinks I'm nuts


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    I learned this just last year. Do it over a container so you can collect and use any juice that comes out.

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    Wow, great idea for a thread. I do the freezing zest thing.

    One trick I use is for my lettuce (romaine in particular), which is wash it, dry it really well, preferably using a salad spinner. Wrap it in paper towel, put the wrapped lettuce in a plastic bag, leaving the bag open, stick it in the crisper. I've stored lettuce that way for over 2 weeks. This is good for overnight prep for the next day too. Put your clean and dried lettuce in a container or bowl, put a napkin or paper towel in it and cover with a lid or wrap. It helps draw out the moisture to avoid browning and keeps the lettuce crisp.

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    Quote Originally Posted by heartgirl99 View Post
    i saw that today too. can't wait to try it!
    i love kiwis but they're such a pain to peel.
    I peel them kind of like a soft boiled egg; cut it in half, then get a teaspoon and go around the inside of the peel.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Natalka View Post

    Thank so much Natalka for this thread as is it such a great idea. I love evey one but this one is one that I will do for sure as it is goint to be so cute wen we serve some nice little drinks........................................

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    I'm going to try this next time, instead of trying to cut or scrape it off.


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