Dear Mary: I’m writing in response to a recent column in which you gave a tip on washing dirty potatoes in the dishwasher. Initially, this sounds like a good idea. But I see two reasons why it’s a bad ...

Today I have surprising uses for the dishwasher as recommended by my awesome readers, plus a few tips for making sure that machine does its official job well. Safe from the Storm: Here in hurricane ...

Dear Cheapskate: I’m writing in response to a past column in which you gave a tip on washing loads of dirty potatoes. As a first thought, it may sound like a good idea to put your potatoes through a ...

It’s no secret that dishwasher detergent is specifically formulated to be used in automatic dishwashers whether it comes as powder, pods, pacs, liquid or gel. What may come as a big surprise is that ...

It’s been such a good week, as measured by my bulging email inbox! I just love to wade through reader mail and clever money- and time-saving tips sent in by my dear readers! Enjoy this small sampling!

If your dishwasher is not turning out beautifully clean dishes, glassware, utensils and pots and pans, it may not be because it’s old and worn out. Before you haul it off to the landfill, take a look ...