FAQ's

The only brands/companies manufacturing 2-piece lids in bulk that are FDA Approved and Made in the USA are by Newell/Jarden/Ball or by Tecnocap. Who makes Ball and Kerr canning lids? Newell (formerly Jarden): The home canning giant. Newell is a company that produces most of the Mason jars and Mason jar lids for North America. They do so under...

Take a sip of your coffee and see if you can do that calculation in your head. So, we can make about 16 cups of coffee per 12-ounce bag. What is the volume of 12 oz of ground coffee? How many tablespoons of coffee are in a 12 oz bag? Above Average Coffee comes to the number of 32 cups...

If you want to you can, but you don’t have to,” says Miller. “Most turkeys are already brined. Butterball turkeys have a solution in them that really helps to keep them moist and juicy and tender. If you’re going to bring it, we do suggest that you cut down on the salt.” Can you put a frozen turkey...

According to the USDA, you should eat cooked chicken within 3 to 4 days. Pretty simple. What if it’s been longer – say, 5 days? Then it’s up to you. Can you eat cooked chicken after 7 days in fridge? If stored properly (in a ziplock storage bag or sealed container), the USDA says that cooked chicken can last three...

Tuna is one of the most commonly eaten fish, so it makes sense to wonder if our canine companions can safely consume it too. The answer is yes, dogs can eat tuna safely and it is not toxic to them. In fact, this fish is even included in some commercial dog foods. How much canned tuna is safe for...

As a general rule, Chris believes that the acceptable profit margin for beverages should be around 70% after factoring in all the material costs. For retail items, he recommends doubling what you paid to start with and then adding a bit more in order to profit from the sale. What is the average markup on a cup of coffee? On...

The Keurig may not be brewing if the machine was overfilled or the wrong pods were used. Another culprit could be debris, again, having clogged the needle. Empty the drip tray. Use a cup under the dispenser and try to brew after you’re sure that there’s the exact recommended amount of water in the reservoir. How do you reset...

If you give your dog raw chicken, avoid giving your dog kibble over the day. Ensure that you allow the frozen chicken to thaw before giving it to your dog completely. As a general rule, it is best to give your fresh dog chicken instead of giving them something that might still be frozen. Can a dog eat frozen...

Why is my coffee weak in reusable K cup? Experiment with Grinds and Water Play around with the size of your grind (if you are grinding your own beans) and the amount you are putting into the reusable k-cup. A fine grind that is firmly packed can slow down the passage of water through the k-cup, which increases the...

This makes freezing mushrooms a good option, as long as they are properly prepped. Mushrooms can either be frozen trimmed and raw, steam blanched, or quickly sautéed and cooled before being placed in an airtight, freezer-safe bag. How long do frozen cooked mushrooms last? How long do cooked mushrooms last in the freezer? Properly stored, they will maintain best...