DON’T THROW AWAY YOUR COFFEE GROUNDS!
In recent years (fortunately), we’ve been hearing more and more about recycling and food waste. There are countless ways to avoid, or at least reduce, waste in the kitchen. Among these, a special mention goes to coffee grounds, one of the most consumed beverages in the U.S.: according to research, it’s estimated that our country consumes around 146 billion cups a year. So think about how many kilos of coffee grounds are thrown away every day in organic waste: certainly a quick and sustainable method, but what if we tried to reuse them? Even if they can’t be used in recipes, there are countless ways to use them to care for your home and garden.
1. Clean Encrusted Pots and Pans
You’ve probably had to say goodbye to a pan because you didn’t know how to descale it. With coffee grounds, you won’t have to: they’re perfect for making your encrusted pans or pots look like new again. Sprinkle the surface you want to clean with the grounds and add some soap, or add them directly to the soap, and with a little patience, scrub with a sponge. You’ll see how shiny they will be.
2. Clean Steel Surfaces
If coffee grounds are excellent degreasers for pots and pans, how could they not be the same for steel cooktops? Simply sprinkle the entire stovetop with the damp grounds and wipe everything down with a sponge to restore shine.
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