Wrap half a lemon in cheesecloth before squeezing. For a small quantity, 1/2 tsp. (2 mL) vinegar can be substituted for 1 tsp. (5 mL) lemon juice. If your lemon is dried up, boil for five minutes and a lot more juice will come out. Heating for 15 seconds on HI in the microwave will have the same effect.
To wash strawberries, mix 1 cup (250 mL) vinegar and 2 cups (500 mL) of water and toss in the strawberries. Drain and place on a paper towel lined baking sheet to dry.
Left-over tomato paste can be frozen successfully in an ice cube tray dedicated to the paste. Or, place 1 tbsp. (15 mL) spoonful on a piece of waxed paper and freeze. Store in freezer bag until needed.
Did you know that one cup (250 mL) of canned tomatoes equals 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) of chopped fresh tomatoes that been simmered for ten minutes?
To wash strawberries, mix 1 cup (250 mL) vinegar and 2 cups (500 mL) of water and toss in the strawberries. Drain and place on a paper towel lined baking sheet to dry.
Left-over tomato paste can be frozen successfully in an ice cube tray dedicated to the paste. Or, place 1 tbsp. (15 mL) spoonful on a piece of waxed paper and freeze. Store in freezer bag until needed.
Did you know that one cup (250 mL) of canned tomatoes equals 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) of chopped fresh tomatoes that been simmered for ten minutes?
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