Keeping counters clean
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When whipping heavy cream with my hand-held mixer, some of the cream always splatters onto the counter (and me). The solution? I set the bowl in my sink and whip away. A rubber mat underneath protects the sink, and any splatters hit the sink walls and are easily rinsed away. Best of all, my clothes and countertops stay clean. This is also great for beating in dry ingredients, like flour, when making cakes or cookies.
