If you’re looking to add some new cookbooks to your collection, here are a few Star Wars themed ones to consider. Until 100 years ago or so, pound bars of salt were the basic currency in Abyssinia (now called Ethiopia). Some say in very small regions it is still treated as currency. Throughout time, salt has typically been used as money. At one point it was known to trade at the same value as gold. So one ounce of salt was worth the same as an ounce of gold. Fun Facts About Pepper This R2-D2 measuring cup set is all sorts of awesome with cups that look just like R2-D2. The 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, and 1 cup make up his body, while detachable arms are nested measuring spoons in 1/4, 1/2, 1/3, and 1 tsp. His head is the 1/2 cup. Star Wars BB-8 Measuring Cup Set BB-8 Measuring Cups

Salt and pepper shakers are typically easy to use. Simply unscrew the top lid or remove the bottom cap, and fill the shaker with your choice or salt, pepper, or another seasoning. When not in use, store the shakers in a cool, dry place to help keep the salt and pepper fresh. The S or P on each mill’s top tells you what’s inside, but this might be a bit difficult to discern for some. You can find a salt and pepper shaker made in almost any material, from ceramic or porcelain to plastic, wood, glass, and stainless steel. There's no right or wrong answer to choosing a material type, though certain ones will require more upkeep than others. For example, stone or glass shakers are not always dishwasher-safe. If you're prone to dropping your kitchen tools, a more fragile material like glass or porcelain may not be right for you. Whichever you choose, make sure your shaker has a tight seal to maintain freshness. Salt is poisonous. But only when consumed in large quantities. That's why in China it used to be a way of committing suicide. And quite a reputable one at that. All the upper crust chose to commit suicide by salt because it was so expensive. Even in a suicidal state there's time for elitism. This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items.Looking for more adult beverage Star Wars products? How about a few that will appeal to the oenophiles out there!

Historically, pepper was also worth a lot of money, but my sense is that the pepper people are just trying to keep up with all the good salt stories.When in doubt, you can't go wrong with hand washing and air drying. Some shakers are dishwasher safe though, so your best bet is to read the fine print before cleaning. No matter how you clean them, make sure to thoroughly empty each shaker, scrub the inside and outside, and rinse with hot water. Salt and pepper shakers should be cleaned regularly, especially if they are used frequently. You can clean them as often as once a week, or more often if you have a busy household. This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items. To return faulty items see our Returning Faulty Items policy. Kosher salt is indeed, not kosher. It gets its name because the larger salt you know as kosher salt, is what was used when koshering (removing blood from) meat. Larger, salt crystals allowed the surface blood to be removed without absorbing into the meat. So kosher salt could be washed off without affecting the taste of the meat unlike a fine salt.

If you’re looking to bring your love of Star Wars to your outdoor kitchen, here are some BBQ tools you’ll definitely want to get your hands on! Lightsaber Spatula Lightsaber spatula Yup, there is even a nice selection of pizza cutters that are Star Wars themed! Lightsaber Pizza Cutter No Star Wars kitchen collection is complete without a few sweet options too. Star Wars Lightsaber Ice Pop Maker Star Wars Lightsaber PopsI know about now you're thinking about switching around your salt and pepper shakers but you're worried. What will people think of you? What will happen at the next family dinner when people shake the salt and pepper comes flying out? Nothing. Nothing will happen. Frankly their eyebrows will be so long they won't be able to see which is which anyway. Fun Facts About Salt