1 MAKE MEAT EXTRA TENDER
Flank and skirt steaks are full of flavor, but they can be a little chewy. The save: Marinate the meat in beer for a few hours before grilling. Beer's natural acids will soften the muscle fibers that make meat tough. Note: Longer cooking methods will burn off any residual alcohol, which can still be present even in stale beer.
2 Polish gold jewelry
No need to buy jewelry cleaner when your favorite gold bracelet or pair of earrings start looking dull. Instead, try this: Pour a splash of pale, stale beer into a shallow bowl and add the jewelry. The beer will break down jewelry-dulling oils and dirt, while its carbonation will lift grime. After soaking for 10 minutes and buffing with a clean cloth, your jewelry will be sparkling like new again.
3 Lift rust from hardware
While cleaning out your garage, you notice you have some old hardware stored away that has rusty spots. Don't toss it out! Just soak the hardware in beer for 24 hours, then rinse with plenty of water and dry with a microfiber cloth afterward. The brew's carbonic acid will dissolve the rust so the pieces look and work like new.
4 KEEP WASPS AWAY FROM BACKYARD FUN
This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
JESSICA SEINFELD'S NEW Cookbook
Satisfy your sweet tooth the healthy way with this collection of delicious dessert recipes that are sure to delight
SWEET TREATS
Deliciously easy indulgences, guaranteed to please
8 BOOKS WE'RE LOVING NOW
BOOK REVIEW
HELP FOR HOLIDAY HEALTH BOTHERS
Outsmart'tis-the-season symptoms with these easy tips
PRO TRICKS FOR Holiday Nails That Shine
3 DIY tips to help your manicure last all season
SIMPLE PET SOLUTIONS
Some aquarium critters like betta fish can benefit from a bit of enrichment to help them thrive.
FA-LA-LA-LA...LOOK AT THESE Holiday Savings!
Santa would be the first to say that making holiday memories shouldn't break the bank. We asked pros to reveal simple ways to save on holiday expenses—and they delivered!
SIMPLE LIFE SOLUTIONS
162% BOOST IN SUBJECTS' MOOD AFTER TAKING A 12-MINUTE WALK
6 POWER POSES TO BOOST CONFIDENCE
Top experts share how your body language can help you foster connections, lift your spirits, pinpoint deception-and much more!
FAITH, LAUGHTER & Believing In Love
with country music superstar, actress and icon REBA MCENTIRE