### 1. **Grating Cold Butter = Flaky Pastry Magic**
I was today years old when I learned that **grating butter straight from the freezer** into your flour is the secret to perfectly flaky biscuits and pie crusts. No more over-mixing. No more soggy bottoms. Just tender, buttery layers every time. Try it in your next batch of scones—you’ll never go back.
### 2. **Peeling Garlic in Seconds**
You’ve been struggling with sticky garlic skins too? I was today years old when I found out that **microwaving a garlic bulb for 10 seconds** makes the skins slide right off. No more fingernail battles. No more garlic-scented fingers for days. Just effortless prep and a happy you.
### 3. **Using Mayo for the Crispiest Grilled Cheese**
Forget butter. I was today years old when I discovered that **spreading mayo on the outside of your grilled cheese** gets you that golden, crispy finish without burning. It toasts evenly, gives a slight tang, and just works. Trust me—try it once and you’ll wonder why you ever did it differently.
### 4. **Boiling Eggs with Baking Soda = Easy Peeling**
Ever played egg roulette trying to peel a stubborn shell? I was today years old when I found out that **adding a teaspoon of baking soda to your boiling water** makes eggshells practically fall off. Clean, smooth eggs—ready for deviled dishes, salad toppers, or a quick snack.
### 5. **Freezing Herbs in Olive Oil**
Throwing away wilted herbs? I was today years old when I discovered you can **chop up fresh herbs, pack them into ice cube trays, and cover with olive oil** before freezing. Pop one out whenever you’re cooking and instantly boost flavor with zero waste.
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So here I am—feeling like a magician in my own kitchen. All it took were a few simple tweaks and a little curiosity.
**What’s your “I was today years old” kitchen discovery?** Share it—because honestly, we’re all just trying to make dinner without Googling how to cook rice again.
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