I got a bag of oranges (one of my and Jack's favorite snacks) on sale this week. Here are five simple ways to put orange peels to work for you, rather than tossing them.
- Use them to clean your sink. The natural oils will make it shine- and smell good!
- Grate them over a salad or dessert to give a bright hint of citrus.
- Put them in your crockpot with some water and cloves, and simmer all day on low. Instant potpourri!
- Place a piece of peel in your brown sugar to keep it soft or soften hardened sugar.
- Rub peel on your skin as a bug repellent, or boil in water and pour water and peels on anthills/bug problem spots outside.
I've also heard that you can cut them in strips, boil them in some water, and add sugar... making orange peel jam?! I'm going to have to try this. Update soon!
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