5 quality cooking secrets you may not know

The kitchen tips below can change your homemaking experience, making cooking easier, more comfortable.
1. Fruits and vegetables that should not be kept in the refrigerator

Many people have the habit of keeping all vegetables and fruits in the refrigerator because they think it will help them stay fresh longer. However, this is a mistake because potatoes, tomatoes, bananas, apples are best stored outside the refrigerator. Potatoes stored in the refrigerator at low temperatures will taste too sweet, and tomatoes and bananas will release ethylene, causing them to ripen and spoil faster. 2. Defrost meat in the refrigerator Meat should be defrosted before cooking by placing it in a suitable bowl and placing it in the refrigerator. You should not freeze meat in water or pour hot water as this will damage the appearance and flavor of the meat. 3. Do not make mashed potatoes with a blender Using a blender will make the potato mixture thick, sticky, not spongy, and light. It is better to use a simple hand masher to make the potatoes look more attractive and delicious. 4. Do not leave milk in the refrigerator door The door of the refrigerator seems to be the right place to store milk and dairy products, but in reality it has a slightly higher temperature than in the refrigerator. In addition, opening the refrigerator door will cause the temperature in the cabinet door to change, affecting the shelf life of milk. 5. Do not open the oven while baking Opening the oven while baking will lower the oven temperature, causing the bread or pies to deflate. If you want to check the baking, turn on the light in the oven. Only open the oven door a few minutes before the cake is done, when the dough has risen.