The toaster oven is one handy tool around the kitchen. It can heat, toast, broil, bake, brown, and even defrost. But its small size only means that it would only accept a small amount of food. The toaster oven is usually one of the many heating appliances in the kitchen. And sometimes, homeowners find it … Read more
The world is moving fast, which means that more innovative ways of doing things are emerging. One of such is a halogen oven. Cooking with electricity is much preferable to the traditional way of cooking. For one, electricity is faster. It’s also efficient and better for the environment. If you own or are about to … Read more
Everyone gets the heebie-jeebies at the thought of not turning off their stoves before leaving the house, and the consequences can be severe. You try hard to backtrack all moves you made before leaving the house, but you cannot be sure if you switched off your cooktop. Then you get hit by the thought of … Read more
Stoneware is a popular ceramic, which consists of numerous varieties. It’s available as large dishes, plates, and even bowls. This non-porous ceramic dinnerware is made by firing stoneware clay at a very high temperature. The temperature is usually between 2150 to 2330 degrees Fahrenheit. Stoneware ceramic build is a bit thicker than porcelain, but more … Read more
The kitchen is the perfect place for mice owing to the easy access to food, water, and the right breeding place. There are high chances that you may incur frequent damage and repair expenses because most of these rodents destroy cooking appliances. Mice carry diseases causing organisms that render food they come in contact with … Read more
Most refrigerators these days come with LED lights already fitted. Some may use incandescent, while others come with antiquated light bulbs. Either way, that shouldn’t start worrying you, thinking that you can’t use LED light bulbs in your refrigerator. Friends and relatives will often recommend LED light bulbs, but the question of whether or not … Read more
Good lighting in the kitchen is quite essential. Not only does it helps keep track of your cooking process, but it prevents unnecessary accidents. Similarly, burnt light bulbs in the kitchen can be frustrating, as working in the darkness can mar your food. So, can led bulbs be used in the oven? Certainly not. Most … Read more
Can styrofoam go in the oven? This is a million-dollar question most people ask. While you might be tempted to reheat your leftovers in the oven, it still helps to know whether or not styrofoam is considered oven-safe. Styrofoam is microwave-safe, but is it oven-safe? Let’s find out if styrofoam can safely go into the … Read more
The chances are that you have come across many recipes that recommend that you mix and bake in the same stainless steel. However, there is a question I usually get asked most of the time – are stainless steel mixing bowls oven-safe? I created this post to make sure that I answer this common question. … Read more
Everyone loves scooping handfuls of popcorn into their mouth. Turns out, popcorn is a healthy snack – thanks to its rich dietary fiber, free-radical fighting antioxidants, and typically low-calorie count. That said, pre-popped, pre-flavored bags are a big waste of money and are unhealthy. So, why not make them at home in a toaster oven? … Read more