We all have those helpful tools in our kitchen that we reach for again and again; many have been around for decades. Tupperware and pressure-cookers, anyone?
Melamine is a great solution if you’re looking to ditch plastic or paper plates. A plate looks similar to a regular plate but is light, shatter-resistant, and usually dishwasher-safe. And another note on melamine: It shouldn’t be placed in a microwave oven. Small amounts of melamine can leach into your food, especially if you’re eating something acidic.The next kitchen tool might not seem essential, but once you own a citrus squeezer it’s pretty hard to go back to life without one. Most of the time they help prevent seeds and a lot of pulp from getting into your mixture.