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Speed up ripening of under-ripe tomatoes by placing them in a brown paper bag and storing them overnight in a dark area.

Firm up ripe tomatoes by placing them in a bowl of cold salt water and leaving them sit overnight.

Place hardened brown sugar in a bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and seal with foil or plastic wrap. Allow to stand at room temperature overnight or until the sugar softens.

Save time by peeling potatoes a day ahead of cooking. Place in a bowl of cold water and add a few drops of vinegar. Store in the refrigerator overnight.