Don’t throw away banana peels. Here are 7 essential uses.

We’re sure you’re not so much interested in the ingredients in banana peels as in their possible uses. That’s why we’ve created the 7 best banana peel hacks.

1 – POLISHING SILVER

To brighten tarnished silver on mugs, coins, or silverware, mix a banana peel with water and rub it on the silverware. You can also use the inside of a banana peel directly on the silverware and then polish it with a microfiber cloth.

2 – KEEP THE MEAT

To prevent boneless or skinless meat from becoming tough or dry during cooking, add a ripe banana peel to a baking dish.

3 – AS ANIMAL FEED

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