If you don’t have a fancy handheld citrus juicer, try cutting the citrus lengthwise (in a straight line between the little nubby ends of the lemon) to yield more juice when squeezing by hand. I swear it’s more effective than the common crosswise cutting method. And bonus! Not as many seeds seem to work their way out.
—Laura, The First Mess
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4 Responses to Tip of the Week

  1. This makes so much sense but I never would have thought of it on my own. Love the tips of the week!

  2. l love to make hummus,with your fantastic tip l can use half a lemon only .thanks for sharing .

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