If you are concerned about pesticides in fresh veggies soak them in a mix of 2 Tbs. of baking soda and 1 cup of water in a bowl for 5 minutes and rinse. Baking soda removes dirt and pesticides.

To avoid letting leftovers wilt in the fridge, chopping and storing in a clean empty water bottle in the freezer keeps the veggie fresh for months. The screw top creates an airtight seal and the small opening lets out just the right amount you need.

If you feel your waffles recipe is a bit too heavy to serve on a hot morning, swap the milk or buttermilk in the recipe for an equal amount of seltzer. The bubbles in the sip will aerate the batter to give your waffles a tender, fluffy texture.

When corn is cooked in their husks keep nutrients intact. So instead of going thru the pain of peeling the uncooked, just keep them in their jackets when steaming, microwaving or grilling, then shuck.