Mason Jars Are the Most Versatile Kitchen Container

The Problem

You have a drawer full of mismatched containers with lost lids. Tupperware hell.

The Hack

Buy a case of wide-mouth quart Mason jars ($12 for 12 at Walmart). Use them for leftovers, overnight oats, smoothies, pantry storage, salad jars, and drinking glasses.

Why It Works

One standardized container solves every storage need. Lids are interchangeable. Glass doesn't stain or absorb odors. They stack in the fridge. You can see what's inside.

Pro Tips

• Wide-mouth jars are easier to fill and clean than regular-mouth
• One size of lid fits ALL your containers — no more matching games
• Glass goes from freezer to microwave to dishwasher
• At $1 per jar, they're cheaper than any plastic container system