Reheating rice in a microwave

To ensure that rice stays moist after reheating it, add an ice cube to the plate and loosely cover with a lid before placing it in the microwave. The ice creates steam that will infuse the grains with moisture.

Curdled cream sauces

When you notice that your cream sauce starts curdling, remove it from the heat, add an ice cube to it, and stir until the clumps disappear. Lowering the sauce’s temperature will reactivate the emulsifying agents in the overcooked yolk, and sauce will be creamy and smooth again.

Revive garbage disposal blades

Throw 4 ice cubes in the sink drain and power up the machine for 30 seconds. Crushing the hard cubes sharpens blades and removes the grease and stuck-on food that can slow down the mechanism.

Eyebrow grooming

Rub an ice cube over the brow bone before using the tweezers, then again right after you have finished grooming. The cold swipes will numb the skin to minimize pain and swelling in the area.

Caulking the bathtub

Use the edge of an ice cube to smooth the seam, running it along the full circumference of the tub. It easily slides over the caulk and creates an even finish.

To water hanging plants

Drop a few ice cubes (just enough for the size of the pot) onto the surface of the soil every day. Ice melts slowly and will prevent messy overflows.

Helping a diet

When making your favorite salad for your next meal cut big pieces of veggies, instead of chopping or thin-slicing them. The larger pieces take longer to chew, slowing your eating so you will fill up faster.

Ice Cubes Week!

These small cube-shaped parts of ice, normally used to cool drinks, can also have a lot of alternative uses... 7 days with some ideas...