Wax paper can be used for a variety of tasks in the kitchen and beyond.
My earliest memory of usingwax paperoutside the kitchen was a childhood favorite.
Unfortunately, the slide was so old that it was next to impossible to slide down without getting stuck.
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It worked, and we always had to use wax paper to get down the slide.
Thankfully, playsets have come a long way in the last 20 years.
Here are 12 clever ways to use wax paper both in and out of the kitchen.
Simply roll the wax paper into a cone and use it to pour liquidsit wont soak the paper.
This also prevents your meat mallet from getting dirty as well.
Make a Disposable Spoon Rest
Cooking and baking can get messy, explains Fries.
Place a sheet on top of reheated leftovers to protect from any potential messy splatters.
Dust the House
Wax paper makes a surprisingly great alternative when it comes to collecting dust.
Similar to how my brother and I used wax paper to slide down the slide!
Another great tip: wrap paint brushes in wax paper between coats to keep them from drying out.
To avoid this problem, just wrap the cork in wax paper.
It seals it nicely and helps re-cork the bottle with much less hassle.
