re: Kitchen Tricks That Make Life Easier

1. I like to use stainless steel prep bowls from a restaurant supply store. It keeps everything clean and organized. At the very least have one medium sized one next to your cutting board for waste (onion skins, bell pepper seeds, etc.). It keeps you from having to walk back and forth to the trash can while you're cooking.

2. Use a sharp chef knife. I won't cook without one. Also rinse it off as soon as you're done or taking a break. The only time I've cut myself is when I let stuff dry on the blade and was scrubbing it in the sink.

3. Get a rubber mat for you're cutting board (if you don't have a heavy one). Keeps it in place and makes life a lot easier.