Household Tips 1

These are some really useful tips that my cousin Sudha sent across... Have a look!

1. Cut the top of the carrot and store in air tight bag. This will keep it fresh for a longer period
2. Put the bananas in a black plastic bag before keeping it in the refrigerator - skin will not turn black and they will come out yellow even after a week
3. Lemon juice added to carrot cooking water will help keep the color bright or this can be done also by adding a pich of sugar to the carrot while cooking
4. Add a pinch of salt while frying Puris or Pakoras - this will help absorb less oil!
5. A bay leaf added to the flour container will keep the flour free from moisture!
6. While cooking ladyfingers add a few drops of lemon juice or a spoonful of yogurt to avoid becoming sticky.!
7. To avoid refrigerator stinking throw a piece of lemon!
8. When boiling vegetables, cook them whole and then cut them into pieces. This reduces the loss of proteins and soluble carbohydrates!
9. Rub a little oil on the rim of the container, the milk won't overspill while boiling!
10. No more tears while cutting onions.. keep the onions in a plastic bag and keep it in the fridge. Take out just before cutting!