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Patrick Pope

Lazy Man Orange Chicken & Fried Rice in Under 20 Minutes

Start with 3 cups of day-old rice for the best fried rice texture. Heat up 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a pan, toss in chopped onion, and sauté until soft. Add thawed peas and carrots, then push everything to the side and scramble 2 eggs in the same pan. Mix it all together, add soy sauce to taste, and finish with green onions if you like. Air fry a bag of popcorn chicken (or bake if you don’t have an air fryer). While that’s cooking, mix 1 jar of orange marmalade, 1 cup BBQ sauce, and 6 tablespoons soy sauce for the orange sauce. Toss the cooked chicken in the sauce, serve over your homemade fried rice, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Super easy, super tasty! #CookingHacks #orangechicken #friedrice #Food #Cooking

Brenda

Worried that fried bacon be greasy? Try the microwave oven!

Making bacon used to be a greasy mess, but this method is a total lifesaver. Here’s how to do it: Lay your bacon strips flat on a microwave-safe plate lined with paper towels. Cover the strips with another paper towel to catch any splatters. Microwave for 1 minute per bacon strip. For example, 4 strips = 4 minutes. Let it cool for a minute before enjoying perfectly crispy bacon—no pan, no splatter, no mess! I honestly can’t believe how easy this is. Cleanup is a breeze and the bacon turns out just right every time. Give it a try if you’re tired of scrubbing pans! #cookinghacks #lifehack #momhack #Food #Cooking

Angela Cooper

There's no need to shed tears when Chopping Onions

Cut both ends off the onion, then slice it in half from top to bottom. Peel off the skin easily now that the ends are gone—way less mess. Place the flat side down and make horizontal cuts, but don’t slice all the way through. Turn the onion and chop down vertically. You’ll get perfect little pieces in seconds. This method saves so much time and seriously reduces the tears. I always thought chopping onions was a pain, but this trick changed everything for me. If you haven’t tried it, you’re missing out! #kitchenhacks #cookinghacks #usefultips #Food #Cooking

Jennifer Hoffman

Slice Strawberries in Seconds with This Handy Tool

Wash your strawberries and remove the stems. Place a few strawberries into the cup slicer, making sure they fit snugly. Press down on the top of the slicer with even pressure. The blades will cut through the berries, giving you perfect slices instantly. Pop out the sliced strawberries and repeat if you need more. It’s honestly so satisfying to see how quick and uniform the slices come out! Use your freshly sliced strawberries for fruit salads, desserts, or just as a quick snack. Cleanup is super easy too—just rinse and you’re done. This tool makes prepping fruit so much easier, especially when you’re short on time or making snacks for kids. Definitely a kitchen essential in my book! #StrawberryPrep #KitchenTools #FruitSlicer #Food #Cooking

Angela Cooper

Are you still struggling to peel tomatoes?

Boil a pot of water and get a bowl of ice water ready on the side. Cut a small X on the bottom of each tomato. This helps the skin loosen up fast. Drop the tomatoes into the boiling water for about 20-30 seconds. You’ll see the skin start to curl. Immediately transfer the tomatoes to the ice water. This stops the cooking and makes the skin super easy to peel off. Just use your fingers to slip the skin right off—seriously, it comes off in one piece! This trick saves so much time and keeps the tomatoes nice and firm. I always use this when making sauces or salsa! #CookingHacks #KitchenTips #easyrecipe #Food #Cooking

Kathleen Johnson

Aldi Quick Meal

Preheat your oven to 375°F and grab that bag of Aldi’s frozen mixed veggies—super convenient and budget-friendly. Toss the veggies in a bowl with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out in a baking dish. Sprinkle a generous layer of Aldi’s shredded cheddar cheese on top. Add a handful of breadcrumbs for crunch if you like. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Let it cool a bit before serving. it’s honestly a lifesaver for busy weeknights. Plus, cleanup is a breeze! #AldiFinds #cookingforkids #familyrecipe #Food #Cooking

Collect 1,000 breakfast plans

5mins Crispy French Toast Every Time

Start with thick, day-old bread—trust me, it makes all the difference for texture. Whisk eggs, milk, a splash of vanilla, and a pinch of cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Don’t overdo the milk or your bread will get mushy. Dip each slice quickly, just enough to coat both sides. No soaking! Preheat your pan and add a bit of butter. Cook each slice on medium heat until golden and crisp, about 2-3 minutes per side. Serve hot with your favorite toppings. This method keeps the outside crispy and the inside soft, never soggy. Perfect for family brunch or a treat-yourself morning! #FrenchToastRecipe #BreakfastIdeas #CrispyToast #Food #Cooking

Jennifer Martinez

Leftover Sushi? Here’s How I Make It Taste Fresh Again!

Step 1: Take your leftover sushi out of the fridge and let it sit at room temp for about 10 minutes. This helps the rice soften up a bit. Step 2: Place the sushi pieces on a microwave-safe plate. Cover them lightly with a damp paper towel. This keeps the rice from drying out. Step 3: Microwave on medium power for just 20-30 seconds. Don’t overdo it! You want it just warm, not hot. Step 4: Add a squeeze of lemon or a tiny bit of soy sauce before eating. It seriously brings back that fresh flavor! I always use this trick when I have sushi leftovers and it never disappoints. Give it a try next time! #SushiTips #ReheatSushi #FoodHacks #Food #Cooking

DoughDana--

Caramel Apple Pie Filling That’s Next Level Delicious!

Melt 1 stick of unsalted butter in a saucepan, then add 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/3 cup white sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 1/8 tsp salt. Stir until smooth and bring to a full boil. If it gets too thick, just add 3 tbsp water. Slice 3 lbs of apples into 1/4 inch thick pieces. Place them evenly in a 9-inch pie pan (I use the one from Dollar Tree!). Pour that hot caramel sauce all over the apples. The sauce seeps into every bite, making the pie super rich and flavorful. I always use Pillsbury refrigerated pie crusts for the perfect edge—no fuss, just flaky and golden. Caramel sauce really takes apple pie to the next level. You’ll want to eat it straight from the pan! #applepie #easyrecipe #caramelsauce #Food #Cooking

Brenda

Zero-Spill Pancake Batter Trick 🤯

Tired of pancake batter dripping everywhere? Here’s how to keep your kitchen counters clean and your pancakes perfect. Grab an empty, clean squeeze bottle (like the kind for ketchup or mustard). Use a funnel to pour your pancake batter into the bottle. This makes it super easy to fill without spilling. Squeeze the batter directly onto your hot pan in perfect circles. No more messy ladles or drips! This hack saves me so much cleanup time, and honestly, it makes breakfast way more fun. Give it a shot next time you’re flipping pancakes and see how much less mess you have to deal with afterward. #hack #cookinghack #cookingtips #Food #Cooking

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Lazy Man Orange Chicken & Fried Rice in Under 20 Minutes

Worried that fried bacon be greasy? Try the microwave oven!

There's no need to shed tears when Chopping Onions

Slice Strawberries in Seconds with This Handy Tool

Are you still struggling to peel tomatoes?

Aldi Quick Meal

5mins Crispy French Toast Every Time

Leftover Sushi? Here’s How I Make It Taste Fresh Again!

Caramel Apple Pie Filling That’s Next Level Delicious!

Zero-Spill Pancake Batter Trick 🤯