Some of our favorite bits of cooking information aren't earth-shattering or revolutionary, but they still make a big impact in our own kitchens. We've rounded up 30 of our favorite tips, tricks and techniques that, no matter how small, are worth their weight in gold.

Even if you've been a long time reader, it's always nice to take a look back and refresh yourself on some of our finer points here at The Kitchn. Have we listed a tip or trick that has changed the way you work in the kitchen? If so, let us know in the comments below!

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Proteins & Dairy
• Quick Tip: How To Tell When Your Steak is Done
• Quick Tip: Freezing Bacon
• Kitchen Tip: Testing Eggs For Freshness
• Good Tip: Freezing Leftover Buttermilk
• Quick Tip: Flavor Soups with Cheese Rinds

Baking
• Perfectly Sweet: How to Get a Crunchy Top on Brownies
• Tip: Use an Apple Corer to Give Cupcakes a Filling
• Tip: Freezing Cookie Dough
• Tip: Proof Bread Dough in the Microwave
• Quick Tip: Buy Baguettes to Freeze

Fruits & Vegetables
• Five Tips on How to Cut Onions Without Tears
• Lemon Tip: Squeeze and Freeze
• Tip: Saving Overly Ripe Fruit
• Quick Tip: Taking the Bite out of Red Onions
• Tip from Gourmet: Slice Citrus Lengthwise, Get More Juice

Seasonings
• Quick Tip: Season Under the Skin
• Video: How To Peel Garlic - Two Ways
• Quick Tip: Save Leftover Herbs in Ice Cubes
• Tip: Store a Small Bunch of Herbs in a Shot Glass
• Tip: Save Your Bacon Fat

On Cleaning
• Quick Tip: Use Salt To Help Clean Up Egg Spills
• Quick Tip: Brighten Dishes with Lemon Juice
• Disinfect Plastic Cutting Boards In The Microwave
• Tip: Use a Loofah to Wash Dishes
• Cleaning Tip: Vacuum Your Stovetop and Refrigerator

Appliances & Tools
• Less Messy: Two Steps to Clean the Coffee Grinder
• One Minute Tip: Blade Protection with Sara Kate
• Quick Tip: Season Your Molcajete With Rice
• Tip: Store Your Standing Mixer Attachments in the Bowl
• Quick Tip: Use a Bottle Opener on a Stubborn Jar Lid

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