What to Do with Leftover Cooking Oil: A Guide

* Keep cooking oil in a cool, dark place, away from heat sources.

* Store oil in a tightly sealed container to prevent it from becoming rancid.

* Use the oil within 6-12 months of opening.

2. Reuse it for cooking.

* You can reuse cooking oil several times, as long as it's not smoking or rancid.

* Strain the oil through a cheesecloth or coffee filter to remove any food particles.

* Store the oil in the refrigerator between uses.

3. Make soap.

* Leftover cooking oil can be used to make soap.

* There are many recipes available online, or you can purchase a soap-making kit.

* Making soap is a great way to recycle cooking oil and create a useful product.

4. Use it as a moisturizer.

* Cooking oil can be used as a moisturizer for skin and hair.

* Apply the oil to your skin or hair and let it sit for a few minutes.

* Rinse off the oil with water.

5. Use it as a lubricant.

* Cooking oil can be used as a lubricant for squeaky hinges, locks, or other moving parts.

* Apply the oil to the surface you want to lubricate and rub it in.

6. Use it as a weed killer.

* Cooking oil can be used to kill weeds.

* Pour the oil directly on the weeds or mix it with water and spray it on the weeds.

* The oil will kill the weeds by smothering them.

7. Dispose of it properly.

* If you can't reuse or repurpose your leftover cooking oil, dispose of it properly.

* Pour the oil into a sealed container and throw it away in the trash.

* Do not pour cooking oil down the drain, as it can clog pipes.

Tips for Using Leftover Cooking Oil:

* Use leftover cooking oil for frying or sautéing vegetables, meats, and fish.

* Add leftover cooking oil to soups, stews, and sauces.

* Use leftover cooking oil to make salad dressings, marinades, and vinaigrettes.

* Use leftover cooking oil to make baked goods, such as cookies, cakes, and muffins.

* Use leftover cooking oil to make homemade mayonnaise.