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OXO Softworks vs OXO Good Grips – Which Is Best?

If you’re researching storage containers then you’ve likely seen the OXO brand. These fancy-looking containers are a huge hit on Pinterest, Instagram and TikTok and are fantastic for storing food. However, there are two OXO container models available; Softworks and Good Grips. Both models looked very similar online so I decided to buy a range […]

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What Temperature Should A Freezer Be (& How To Set It)?

I absolutely love my freezer. It’s great for helping me store meat safely when I stock up during the sales, and perfect for storing ready meals that allow me to throw something quick and easy into the oven on a busy evening. This appliance is a workhorse, however, it’s very easy to neglect it or

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Best Size Freezer for a Whole Cow, Half A Cow & A Quarter Of A Cow

If you’re thinking about buying the meat of a whole cow, half a cow or even a quarter of a cow then you’ll want to make sure you have a freezer that’s big enough to support that kind of purchase. The best size freezer for a whole cow is 16 to 21 cubic feet. For

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How To Calculate What Size Freezer You Need!

A freezer can be a great investment for storing food long-term. I love my extra freezer space as it allows me to jump on sales and stock up on essentials to save me running to the store. That being said, most people are lost when it comes to deciding on an ideal freezer size for

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Using An Extension Cord With A Freezer – What You Need To Know

I recently purchased an additional freezer to store in our garage. This is great as it allows me to stock up on great deals without worrying about storage space. However, we didn’t have a socket available for the freezer, and didn’t want the freezer in the location of the sockets within our garage. Luckily, we

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How To Fix The Ninja Foodi ERR8 Fault

A couple of weeks ago my Ninja Foodi suddenly stopped working and began displaying a code I’d never seen before – ERR8. After a lengthy amount of research and testing, I found that the ERR8 code means that the appliance has an internal error. Luckily, I was able to fix the ERR8 code by resetting

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How to Fix Ninja Foodi POT Error Code

One of the most common error codes Ninja Foodi users experience is ‘POT’. I myself was baffled when I tried to use my Ninja Foodi only to see this error code. Luckily, there are a couple of easy ways to fix this issue and get back to cooking. If you experience the POT error code

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Do I Need an Extractor Fan in the Kitchen?

Renovating an old kitchen or installing a new kitchen can be incredibly expensive. As such it’s no surprise you may look to cut out unnecessary fixtures and fittings where possible. One of these appliances that often comes up for debate is an extractor fan, these appliances often cost around £200 ($250) with an additional installation

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How Often Should You Clean Your Oven – It Might Shock You

Most people don’t give cleaning their ovens much thought and have no idea how often they should clean them. So, how often do oven manufacturers recommend you clean your oven?  You should clean your oven after every use, but it only needs to be a cursory clean to remove spilled food and grease. You need

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Air Fryer Rust – How To Fix It & How To Prevent It

Air fryers are probably one of the world’s greatest inventions. They’re versatile, are a healthier alternative to pan-frying, are easy to use, and easy to clean. However, many people run into the problem of their air fryers starting to rust, but why does this happen?  Air fryers can rust with time when the metal components

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