Want to make your sliced avocado last longer? Place it in a container with a sliced onion. It slows down the oxidation process and keeps the sliced avocado fresh for a couple more days.

Want that butternut squash or sweet potato into cubes but so hard to cut it? Bake it on low heat for twenty minutes. When it’s done, it’ll be soft enough to peel and chop.

Here’s a quick potato hack! Pierce the potato with a fork and heat in the microwave for five minutes. Then bake them in the oven for 15 minutes. See? 20 minutes and they’re done instead of an hour.

Made a little too much guac and afraid it won’t last long? Add a thin layer of pico de gallo on top to preserve the guac!

Once you’ve drilled the hole and drained all the coconut water, how do you open this coconutty goodness? Place it in the oven for 10-15 minutes at 400° F. It’ll crack open the shell easily plus you’ll be able to scoop out the meat easily, too.

Want to save time but still have consistent cooking? Throw everything on a baking sheet and roast it in the oven, like these fajitas. Throw in your chicken and veggies on a baking sheet and roast it. Just remember to set a timer so you can take it out of the oven at the right time.

Want to get the perfect broccoli florets with less the mess? Turn them upside down first and cut through the stem.

Want fresh lemonade without the tartness and without all that sugar? Roast the lemons in the oven. Roasting brings out the sugar and tones down the tartness.

Need an onion but don’t need all of it? Here’s how to make it last longer in the fridge. Spread butter on the cut side of the onion before putting it in the fridge.

Want to deepen the chocolate flavor in your brownies? Instead of using water, use brewed coffee instead.

When boiling pasta noodles, add a broth cube to the water. It increases the tastiness of the pasta. And, when you add a little bit to your sauce, the broth water adds an umami flavor to it.

When cooking mushrooms, let it brown first before adding any seasoning. Mushrooms carry a lot of water and adding salt will draw out the water and make it soggy. And don’t overcrowd your pan!

Bananas are like avocados. They take a long time to ripen and once they do, they overripen too fast. To make bananas last a few more days after it ripens, wrap the top with cling wrap.

Pomegranate seeds are delicious. But they’re a pain to remove from the skin. Try this hack. Soak it in water after slicing. The seeds will separate easily.

Place your ginger in the fridge. It’ll make grating it so much easier.

Want to get the best sear on your meat? Pat it dry first, even with a paper towel. Meat usually has a layer of moisture on the outside. Get rid of that moisture to get a sharp sear.

That batter might taste good but you don’t want it on your face and clothes. Use a paper plate. Make two holes and stick it in between the bowl and the mixer. No more mess!

Want more than just noodles in your instant soup? When the noodles are half-cooked, crack an egg in to the soup. Once the noodles are cooked, the egg will be done, too.

Add orange juice, freshly squeezed or premade, to your muffins, banana bread, or pumpkin loaf. It’ll add another level to the spices in these pastries.

Wash your rice before cooking. Wash to remove the surface starch content to cook the perfect rice.

Add a little bit more salt than you should in your cooking? Add an eggplant or potato. It’ll absorb the extra salt.

Tired of peeling of the skin off potatoes? Then don’t. Slice then boiled potatoes and mash.

You love peppers and you love them in your food. What you don’t want them is in your eyes. Right after touching or handling the peppers, rub canola oil in your hands and fingers and wash it with soap. The spicy chemical in the peppers will bind with the oil and the soap will wash off the oil.

It may take up more space but you gotta have different pans for different functions. And when you gotta cook your pancakes, eggs, or French toast? Only use non-stick pans.

We love our greens but one thing we don’t like is its short shelf life. Next time you buy your greens, place them in a container, and add a paper towel in between layers. Your greens will last twice as long or even longer.

Struggling to remove the can lid after you’ve opened it? Use a kitchen magnet to lift it up.

Use olive or pickle brine to add another flavor depth to your savory dishes. Or you can use it as a base for your vinaigrette.

Looking forward to that fresh hot cup of coffee only to be repulsed by its bitter taste? Add a pinch of salt. The salt blocks the bitter taste receptors so you can enjoy your coffee.

If you bought the lettuce with the stem still intact, submerge in a container or glass of water. Cover the rest with a plastic bag. This will keep the lettuce for longer.

We all have grand dreams of baking our favorite pastries and cakes from scratch. And you’ve succeeded in some and failed in most. That’s okay. You don’t need to bake it all. You can buy the others and support small businesses.

When making garlic bread, add lemon to your garlic butter. It’ll brighten up the flavors!

Using the microwave to reheat food is one of the best kitchen hacks. But it can dry out food. Try this next time. Place a wet paper towel over the food to prevent it from drying out.

Does your recipe call for chocolate sprinkles but you don’t have many or you want more? Just get any chocolate bar and use a potato peeler to make sprinkles.

Anyone who’s ever had an InstantPot will tell you it is a lifesaver. It can do anything and everything. It’s a must especially for those who work 24/7. Just throw the food in there, hit some buttons, and after some time, you’ve got food!

Hate the way baking paper curls up when you place it on a baking tray? Crumple it and then smoothen it out so it doesn’t curl up on the tray anymore.

Want to learn the secret to quick caramelizing of onions? Add a pinch of baking soda. It’ll cook in half the time.

Chicken shreds are easy to eat but a pain to shred. Want to do it faster without the mess? Use a mixer. Operate it at the lowest setting and watch as your chicken is shredded into small pieces.

Those who often bake use a Silpat mat for economical reasons. Using baking paper every time is just wasteful. But now, they’ve discovered they can use Silpat for almost anything, like as a funnel, a rolling mat, and even bread cover.

Have you ever had one-pot pasta? It really just saves time. When your noodles are already more than halfway cooked, toss in the vegetables and cook until the noodles are done.

Never use olive oil to sear food or with stirfrying. Olive oil has a low heating point and will burn when under heat for too long. Just use coconut or canola oil.

Did you accidentally leave the cereal box open for days? And now it’s gone stale? What to do? Place it in the oven! It’ll be good as crispy after a few minutes.

Sometimes, the frozen produce are too expensive or out of stock or out of season. But what if you’re really craving for that one particular vegetable? Go frozen!

Use a potato masher for more than just mashing potatoes. You can also use it to break up ground meat. And you can also use it to mash tomatoes for tomato sauce.

Freeze ginger first to make it easier to handle. And then use a microplane to grate the ginger. It’s much faster than slicing and mincing it.

Want to test if your egg is fresh or rotten? Drop it in a glass or pail of water. If it sinks, it’s fresh. If it floats, it’s rotten.

When cooking bacon, place them on a baking sheet and bake in the oven. You still get crispy bacon without the hot mess. You can also add baking paper on top and another baking tray so the bacon doesn’t curl up.

Stop adding flour to greased bake pans. Add granulated sugar instead. This way you no longer need to add frosting to your cake.

Roasting vegetables but can’t remember what temperature goes well with your vegetables? Just use the magic number, 425°F, then adjust the roasting time.

People love mushrooms because of that umami taste. Make sure to keep that taste intact by cleaning it with a moist towel or a soft brush. Never run it under water.

Soak them in hot water to make them to easier peel. And it prevents tearing up when you slice them!

When preparing vegetables, you’re bound to have A LOT of scraps. Don’t throw them away! Instead, place them in a plastic bag and freeze. Fill the bag with scraps until it’s full. Once full, transfer to a pot with water and let it boil. You’ve got your own homemade vegetable broth! Let it cool and transfer to an ice tray for freezing. Everytime you need vegetable broth, just get one frozen cube and transfer to your hot pan.

When mixing with a hand mixer, instead of moving the hand mixer around, turn the bowl around. This hack uses less energy and friendlier on the wrist.

Stuck grease on your pot? Add water and vinegar and let it boil. Once it boils, turn off and let it cool. Once cooled down, scrub off with sponge and detergent.

Do you have one? Get one if you don’t. It’ll save you so much time with mincing garlic.

Grease your spoon or measuring cup with oil. This way, the liquid mix won’t stick to the spoon and there will be less liquid mess.

Are you making chocolate-flavored dough or batter? Instead of using dusting flour, use cocoa powder instead.

Want cheeseburger? Add the cheese on top when grilling the burger. Add a little water to the pan and cover it. The steam will melt the cheese quick!

Did you know you can cook zucchinis in the microwave? Season with olive oil and spices and heat in the microwave for 5-8 minutes.

Want to make your crispy fries? Soak them in ice cold water first. You can soak for a few minutes or a few hours, just soak them.

When cooking with onion, garlic, ginger, and similar produce, always cook the garlic last. Garlic can burn easily so add it last.

Can’t scoop out the remaining peanut butter from the jar? Use it to make a breakfast bowl. Add oats, milk, and fruits and store in the fridge. Stir when you’re ready to eat and enjoy.

Don’t drain all of it! Save a little bit and add to the sauce. It’s gonna help enhance the taste of the pasta.

Get the biggest chopping board that can fit in your kitchen counter. This’ll save you time because you’ll have a lot of space to work with.

Spray lemon juice on your cutting board or your knife before you chop onions. This will prevent you from tearing up.

Want to get all the sauce you scoop out without making a mess? Coat the spoon with a little oil.