Put Newspaper to Use in Kitchen

When I was a houseguest at a charming old Southern home of an old friend recently, I noticed an easy cleanup idea in action.

The cook had covered his kitchen island with newspaper, supplied by his sister who subscribes. As he prepared dinner, he left the unwanted items (veggie stems, egg shells, etc.) on the paper. I didn’t notice this until the very end when he wadded up the paper with the mess inside. Easy! Plus, it’s quicker with fewer trips to the trash.

I don’t personally recommend using newspaper as a direct food contact surface, but it can be a useful tool for avoiding a messy prep area. Even if you compost some food ideas, this method can help keep your counters clean during food prep.

How do you reuse newspapers in your home?

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