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Tongs with Extra Grip

With their curved shape and rubber grips, jar lifters are ideal for removing cans of Boston Brown Bread or ramekins of custard from their water bath. But if you don’t have one, here’s an alternative.

JAR LIFTER HACK

Wrapping rubber bands around each of a tongs’ pincers helps them get a secure hold on a curved can or ramekin.

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