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How you organize kitchen appliances depends on what jot down of cook you are.

If you’re a raw food lover, yourblenderwill be front-and-center.

Scrutinize your appliances to check that their uses are robust and not one-note.

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For example, consider buying a high-quality blender that can double as afood processor.

Do you really need a panini press when you already have a waffle iron?

A stockpot can produce a batch of perfectly cooked rice.

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There is really no need for a rice cooker unless you use it daily.

Banish Your Never-Used Appliances

This is a no-brainer but often the hardest step for people.

Think about rice cookers, juicers, and egg poachers.

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If you use those appliances, great.

Use your kitchen cabinet storage space for appliances you really use.

If youre having trouble parting with an item, make a commitment to keep it for 30 days.

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Using an appliance like a juicer is a lifestyle change, so move it down to thecountertop.

If you begin using your juicer and it becomes a habit, keep it.

it’s possible for you to also sell them on eBay or have a garage sale.

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If the appliance is no longer in working order, you could recycle it.

Check with your local recycling centers to see if they accept kitchen appliances.

it’s possible for you to also donate them to Freecycle and have them recycle the appliance for you.

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If youre not sure if you should get rid of an appliance or not, try the box method.

Put it in a box and store it out of sight.

If in a month you need the appliance, then keep it.

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If you never think about it, then it’s time to donate, recycle, or sell it.

Store theseless-used applianceson a higher shelf.

Unless you use something frequently, it should not be taking up valuable counter-top or low-cabinet real estate.

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Store the Appliances You Use All The Time

There is no one right way tostore kitchen appliances.

So now youre left with the appliances used regularly in your kitchen.

You should store them where you use them.

Kitchen organization is all about making your cabinets,pantry, refrigerator, and appliances functional.

give a shot to go through your cabinets at least twice a year.

If you really want to get specific with it, try labeling yourcabinet doors.

Organizing kitchen appliances might seem daunting, but it’s worth it to create a streamlined, functional kitchen.