5 Things To Do with Squeeze Bottles
Updated: Mar. 20, 2019Don’t throw your old soap and other squeeze bottles in the recycling bin. Recycle them around the house instead, by using them to baste meat, clean hard-to-reach corners, keep your cooking oils tidy, and more. Don’t forget the clean out the squeeze bottle thoroughly before reusing it.
1. Stop Cooking-Oil Drips
Tired of cleaning up the oil spills around your kitchen? Fill a cleaned, recycled squeeze bottle with olive oil or another favourite cooking oil. It’s a lot easier to handle than a jar or bottle and you can pour precisely the right amount of oil over your salads or into your frying pan without having to worry about drips or spills.
2. Substitute for a Baster
If you can’t find your kitchen baster, or one that’s in good working condition, a cleaned squeeze bottle makes a great substitute. Simply squeeze out some air first and use it to suck up the fat from your roasts and soups. You can even effectively use it to distribute marinades and drippings over meat.
3. Put the Squeeze on Condiments
Recycled squeeze bottles are great for storing condiments and other foodstuffs that are typically sold in jars-such as mayonnaise, salad dressing, jams or honey. In addition to having fewer sticky or messy jars in your refrigerator, you’ll also be lightening the load in your dishwasher by eliminating the need for knives or spoons. Make sure you give the bottles a thorough cleaning before using.
