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The Rubber Band Trick for Opening Jars

Do you know how much you want apple sauce or a jar of tomato sauce for the pasta that's boiling? But then, just as you're ready to enjoy the tasty food, you can't get the top off the jar. Those items can be put on so firmly. But we have a technique that will make things easier: put a rubber band around the lid to open it.

The rubber band will provide you an extra grip, making it much easier to open the jar. With a spoonful, you can now relax in peace.