Have you ever wondered what more you can do with baking soda besides freshen up the refrigerator? I know that for me that’s what I use it for along with baking, but I have learned that there are plenty of other uses for this mighty, strong compound! Listed below are a few that you may already know but may be surprised by some, I know I was!
–Cleaning: make a paste by added just enough water to the baking soda to make a paste. Dip a damp sponge in baking soda paste, then wipe it over a coffee or tea stained mug. It’s also great for cleaning shower tiles or bathroom sinks. You can use the paste to also spiffy up the blender, spice grinder or food processor. You can sprinkle baking soda all over the counter top to absorb any lingering smell of frying. To clean grout, make a thick paste of baking soda and water and apply it to the grout. Let it sit and then spray it with vinegar. Wait a couple of more minutes and use a toothbrush to scrub to scrub it clean.
You can soak your sponges in water and baking soda to extend their lives
Clean up your copper pots by mixing equal parts baking soda and lemon juice, then run away the tarnished spots with a soft cloth.
–Food: soak fruits and vegetables in bowl of cold water mixed with a couple tablespoons of baking soda for 5 minutes before scrubbing clean and this will get the dirt off and waxy coating.
For creamier hummus, you need fall-apart tender, pulverized chickpeas. How to achieve this is soaking the dried beans with baking soda, then boil them even more.
Skin hazelnuts by blanching them in a boiling pot of water and baking soda.
These are just a few of the many purposes that we can use baking soda on a daily basis besides the usual baking. For tips follow me at http://www.facebook.com/sandivw
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