Wrap a rock-hard avocado in foil and bake at 200°F, checking its progress every 10 min., until the avocado has softened sufficiently. The flavor and texture may not be the same as naturally ripened fruit, but you’ll never notice it once you’ve turned it into guacamole.
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4 Keep veggies fresh
Veggies like celery, broccoli, and lettuce stay fresher longer when you wrap them in aluminum foil before storing in the fridge. The foil prevents any ethylene gas in the fridge (created by other produce) from reaching the vegetables and making them overripe.
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Make heart cupcakes
You don’t need a special pan for Valentine’s Day treats. Place a cupcake liner in each cavity of a muffin pan and fill with batter. Roll a small piece of foil into a ball and place between the cupcake liner and pan, forming a heart shape. Bake, frost, and enjoy!