Have you ever noticed a strange smell coming from your brand new dishwasher? I know I have, and it had me puzzled. New dishwashers often have a strange smell (like chemicals or burning plastic) the first few times you use them because of machine oil residues on the motor as well as coatings on the …
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Most people understand that you need to have water or some other liquid in a crock pot to help properly cook your food. While most crock pot recipes will include a liquid component such as a sauce or even just plain water, adding this yourself might be a little less obvious. Do you need to …
Well, it’s not every day you get to talk about breakers tripping, but here we are. And you might be wondering why those pesky little switches seem to have a mind of their own. Maybe they’re just tired of all the electricity flowing through them and need a little break? Or perhaps they’re secretly plotting …
Oh no, not again! You’re in the middle of baking your favorite dessert, and suddenly, your Bosch oven trips the breaker – for the umpteenth time. It’s like the universe is conspiring against your sweet tooth. But before you give up and order takeout for the rest of your life because your oven keeps tripping …
Did you get a fancy new air fryer? Rush to get it out of the box and throw in some sweet, sweet snacks? Turn it on for the first time and get hit with a pretty powerful smell that reminded you of burning plastic, burning wires, or toxic chemicals that were definitely not very appetizing? …
As a Keurig coffee maker user, I know how essential it is to descale regularly. Descaling removes mineral buildup that happens naturally over time due to minerals in the water, ensuring a longer lifespan and tastier coffee. However, many people don’t understand how to descale a Keurig machine or encounter problems while they are trying …
Freezing meat is a popular preservation technique. It allows us to buy meat in bulk and save some for later. Whether you’re buying beef, chicken, or pork, the packages include important information like the weight of the contents. This is super helpful when following recipes. Does frozen meat weigh more than unfrozen? Yes, meat can …
A tornado plowed through town three years ago, knocking out our power for five days. Luckily, we had a generator, but it was busy keeping our fridge and freezers going. We have all electric appliances, so boiling water on the indoor stove wasn’t an option. We needed our morning coffee fix! Can you boil water …
Instant pots are a cheerful delight to the modern-day kitchen. They are a super-efficient and convenient way of electric cooking. Instant pots are versatile for exploring recipes involving crunchy roasting, steaming veggies, yogurt making, and much more. But what happens if you’re in the middle of a new recipe and your instant pot is hissing …
There are many benefits to owning a gas range. Gas ranges are more efficient than electric models and cook food evenly, although the purchase price may be higher. You may be remodeling and going from electric to gas appliances. Do gas ranges require venting, or is this an optional expense? In most states and municipalities, …