Because slicing into a spoiled avocado is the pits. And when we do, sometimes were disappointed to discover that we already missed showtime. But should you refrigerate avocados at any point in this process to perhaps expand their window of recipe-readiness? Credit:Getty Images / Cavan Images Read on to learn more about when and why to refrigerate avocados. Should You Refrigerate Avocados? Rest easy: Refrigerating ripe avocados doesnt negatively change the flavor, appearance, or texture of ripe avocados....

(We actually adore ourButtermilk Skillet Cornbreadwith breakfast, too!) ), if youre lucky enough to have leftovers, you might be wondering, should you refrigerate cornbread? We turned to our friends in the Test Kitchen to find out. Credit: Jason Donnelly Sarah Brekke, M.S.,Better Homes & GardensTest Kitchen brand manager Should You Refrigerate Cornbread? The best place to store cornbread depends on how quickly you plan to consume it. Bonus Tips for Storing Cornbread So should you refrigerate cornbread?...

It might be time to skip the dishwasher pre-rinse. In the United States, about 80 million households have a dishwasher, according to theU.S. However,many people might not be using them correctly. Credit:Emily Followill Adam Hofmannis the director of engineering for dishwashers at GE Appliances. When Pre-Rinsing Can Actually be Bad In addition, pre-rinsing prevents your appliance from doing its job. That amounts to a savings of $111 on your utilities per year....

Clean your microwave safely with these expert tips. From floors tobathrooms and bedrooms, there are so many places that can get dirty in the home. But one of the spaces we rarely talk about is the inside of the microwave. Credit:LightFieldStudios / Getty Images After all, its pretty easy to hide microwave messes. Still, microwaves do need regular cleaning. The easiest way toclean a dirty microwaveis to use a conventional wipe or spray cleaner....

Do you store your drinking glasses up or down? Which way is best? We asked an expert to settle the matter once and for all. Credit: Brie Williams ), wecanweigh in on how to properly store your cups to prevent damage and keep them clean. Should You Store Your Drinking Glasses Facing Up or Down? Often our ideas of how things like this should be done comes from the homes we were raised in....

Several factors determine whether, when, and how much to tip your grocery delivery driver. Withtipping culture being a hot topic, the question arisesshould you tip your grocery delivery driver? We tapped an etiquette expert to determine if, when, and how much you should leave gratuity. Credit:Prot Tachapanit/Getty Images Should You Tip Your Grocery Delivery Driver? Etiquette expert Jo Hayes says that first, you must consider location. Tipping is a common part of American culture, unlike in countries like Australia or Japan....

Plus, the best ways to get dishes dry when time and countertop real estate are of the essence. Finding the right method for drying dishes isnt one size fits all. Here, Truong and Lemmen share more tips for avoiding germs while stillgetting dishes dry. Credit:Getty Images / Grace Cary This is usually done using asink-side drying rack. For that reason, she and Lemmen suggest two alternatives. Just ensure you follow their tips to decrease the likelihood of bacteria transfer....

Here’s what to consider when styling your toilet (and how to ensure it’s sanitary). TRACEY AMADIO Decorating your bathroom comes with making some pretty personal choices. No matter how you decide to design your bathroom, theres one element you cant escapethe toilet. Credit:TRACEY AMADIO So, whats the best way to address the flushable elephant in the room? Should you dress it up and make it pretty or pretend it’s not there?...

Some insects, such as butterflies and other pollinators, get a warm welcome when theyvisit gardens. These insects usually appear in May or June, snacking on vegetation into August. However, someexperts and researcherssay these devices arent necessarily the best way to keep Japanese beetles at bay. Credit: Blaine Moats In fact, a trap could even make your pest problem worse. Studies show that Japanese beetle traps can lure these insects that are as far away as five miles....

Find out the pros and cons of using rubber mulch in your yard. When searching for the perfect mulch, gardeners have tried out many materials over the years with mixed results. But like any natural product, thesetypes of mulcheventually decompose, fade, or sink into the soil. Credit:Hector Sanchez However, as with most products, rubber mulch is a mixed bag of pros and cons. What Is Shredded Rubber Mulch? Gardeners can obtain rubber mulch in four basic forms: crumbs, shreds, nuggets, and sheets....

According to professional florists, cold or room temperature water is best for your blooms. But theres one long-standing floral myth we’re officially here to debunk. According to expert florists, warm water is unnecessary for cut flowerswith a bit of a caveat. Credit:Molly Culver What Temperature Is Best for Cut Flowers? This supposedly results in better-hydrated flowers, which in turn gets you in longer-lasting blooms. However, according to experts, your flowers prefer cool or room-temperature water....

Timing your first cup of coffee correctly could be beneficial, some experts say. The current argument for delaying that cup of Joe? And when should you time your first cup of coffee? Credit:PamWalker68 / Getty Images Of course, what spikes up must come down. Once the cortisol crash happens, coffee drinkers can feel even more tired in the afternoon. This can lead to that afternoon pick-me-up cup that temporarily boosts energy once again....

Since they have such a thick peel, its safe to skip it, right? Not so fast… Produce washing is a topic our Test Kitchen gets countless questions about. ), and its wise to wash items that youll slice through the exterior to reach the flesh. Credit:tonivaver / Getty Images If there might be one produce aisle pick thatcouldbe safe to skip washing, bananas would be it. Should You Wash Bananas? The should you wash bananas?...