after grinding say garlic &amp; washing does it leave a flavor or odor?
817618
No not really. I would say if I put garlic in a Tupperware it would leave way strong of an odor. You wouldn't be able to tell you crushed garlic in it unless you really tried smelling it.
1334647
Yes. I would recommend rinsing it between cloves/loads though because if you don't, some of the skin from the previous load can get in there. I agree that there is a small amount of garlic waste; about 10-15%
745963
Once garlic smell gets in there, I haven't been able to figure out how to get it out. I do, however, use a toothbrush to clean the inner clear plastic part of the lid and I also periodically grind up a half a lemon with hot water and let that sit for a while. Lemon is a natural purifier and is obviously, food grade.
1477907
I haven't used it in the kitchen. It smells like fabric softner for your clothes. I don't think it's strong enough for a garlic/onion smell.
324459
As long it was kept in a cool dry place your ground spices will last ~4 years. They start to lose their flavor after that. If you are concerned about using it, smell the spice. If it is still very fragrant, it will have good flavor. However, the spice companies tell you that you should throw all your spices out after 6 months. HMM, I wonder why??
748704
No, there is no odor. It is recommended that you wash it before you use it though. Mostly that is just because it is vacuum sealed so washing it will loosen the fibers and release any possible odors that are left over from the packaging process. I washed, dried, and put it on my mattress the day it came and have no issues.
808098
Wow! No, mine does not at all.Maybe try soaking it in a sink with some water and citrus hand soap or dish soap. Hopefully whatever is giving off the odor is just on the surface.
503616
After I wash the cookware I wipe it down with a paper towel that has a drop of oil. I am not aware of any rancid odor or any problems, we have always treated our cast iron this way. I imagine that when it is next used the high temperatures would kill off any bacteria that might be there. If you find out differently please let us know.
2096176
Not that I've ever experienced. they do let strong odors leak somewhat -- for example, if I put some garlic or onions in one, put it in the fridge and come back after a few hours, I can smell it when I open the fridge door, but once I wash it the odor has always been gone. They also don't stain with things like spaghetti sauce.
1981160
I know everyone seems to speak to the point that they taste garlic when they rub the solution on their body. But, for me and my wife we don't taste this very much. The taste is not a problem for us. The only problem we have is that if we get too much a strong concentration, it will have a burning sensation. We cut it with about 40% distilled water. I have also drank it with orange juice before and it doesn't taste too bad.
1488231
It shouldn't have any smell at all. Please call Amazon and get a replacement. When I had it, it only had a very slight aroma...nothing bad.
682735
I've been making egg-and-veggie quiche-like things in them, and they have retained a little bit of odor from the scallions, but I'm hand-washing them (I don't have a dishwasher) which might make a difference. I haven't noticed them holding a dish soap smell.
1401713
There is a slight "something cooking" odor, more so when the unit is new. Mine is over one year old and I don't notice the odor any longer.
641946
Mine didn't have a smell? However I did wash mine because it got dirty and air dried it and it was fine. I guess that would be an option if there is a smell.
358152
Hi Josette. I have not had a problem with the garlic tasting the same when I open it and the bottom of the jar. It is so good. Before purchasing it from Amazon, I was running from store to store and no one carried it and I was frantic because it is so good. I hope this answers your question.
924798
Mine didn't have an odor that I recall.. If it did, it went away real quick. Anything new and especially with plastic will have some slight odor but should go away as it airs out.
802165
Have you had raw cashews before? They do smell different. I roast mine for about 20 minutes at 250*. They're better if they barely change color. Good luck.