When the power goes out, how do you know which foods are still safe to eat? Learn how long refrigerated and frozen foods can last without electricity, what you should save, and what needs to be thrown away. A practical guide to protecting your family’s food and avioding unnecessary waste.
The Homemaker's Skill Book
How Long Do Leftovers Last? A Homemaker’s Guide to Safe Storage and Reheating
Make the most of yesterday’s dinner with this practical homemaker’s guide to leftovers. Learn how long to keep them, how to store and reheat them safely, when to freeze or toss them.
How Long Can Food Safely Sit Out? A Homemaker’s Guide to the Two-Hour Rule
How long can food safely sit out at dinner, a cookout, or on the way home from the store? This practical guide explains the two-hour rule, the shorter limit in hot weather, and when perishable food should be put away or thrown out.
A Homemaker’s Guide to Food Dates and Safe Storage
Confused by sell-by, and use-by dates? This practical homemaker’s guide explains what food dates really mean, how long common foods can be safely stored, and when it’s truly time to throw something away.
How to Use a Clothes Dryer: A Simple Beginner’s Guide
Not sure how to use a clothes dryer or which settings to choose? This simple beginner’s guide walks you through the basics, from loading the dryer and choosing the right cycle to drying your clothes safely and properly.
How Much Laundry Detergent Should You Use? A Complete Guide to Laundry Products
How much laundry detergent do you really need? More isn’t always better’. This simple guide explains how much detergent to use for different load sizes, how water hardness affects the amount, and why using too much can actually leave your clothes-and your washing machine-less clean.
The Homemaker’s Freezer: A Practical Guide to Homemade Meals for Busy Days
A useful freezer is not a warehouse for forgotten leftovers. learn how to gradually build a carefully maintained reserve of homemade freezer meals, meal components, cookies, and other genuinely good food for busy days.
How to Use a Washing Machine: A Simple Beginner’s Guide
Learn how to use a washing machine safely and properly with this simple beginner’s guide. Discover how to load the washer, measure detergent, choose the right cycle, prevent unbalanced loads, and avoid common mistakes.
How to Sort Laundry: A Simple Beginner’s Guide
Not sure how to sort laundry? This simple beginner’s guide shows you exactly how to separate whites, darks, colors, towels, and special-care items so you can stop worrying and start washing.
How to Stock Your Pantry for Fall: A Budget Friendly Guide
A well-stocked fall pantry makes everyday cooking easier without requiring a huge shopping trip. Learn which versatile staples to keep on hand, how to build your pantry on a budget, and a simple way to get started this week.