Kitchen Hacks

Boiling eggs to perfection so that they are easy to peel can be misleadingly difficult. Fear not, here’s the most effective way to boil eggs so they are super easy to peel. Selecting the Eggs: Choose older eggs rather than the freshest ones. Fresher eggs tend to stick to their shell more and are harder to peel. Egg Positioning: Gently place the eggs in a single layer at the bottom of the pot....

Peeling onions often leads to teary eyes because they release a gas called propanethiol S-oxide. When this gas comes in contact with the moisture in our eyes, it forms a mild sulfuric acid causing the familiar stinging sensation. Here are some methods to minimize the tears: Use a Sharp Knife: A sharper knife causes less damage to the onion’s cells, reducing the amount of gas released. Chill the Onions: Place the onions in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before cutting....