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10 Best Substitutes for Toothpicks in Cooking

Toothpicks are the perfect way to keep food from falling apart (and more), but they can be a little messy.
So what are the best alternatives for toothpicks when you need to keep things together?
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 1 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Wooden Chopsticks
  • Dry Spaghetti
  • Bamboo Skewers
  • Popsicle Sticks
  • Wooden Spoons
  • Straws
  • A Fork
  • A Pen Cap
  • Thin Metal Skewers
  • Cake Testers

Instructions
 

  • Pick a substitute from this list to replace your toothpicks.
  • Prepare the rest of your meal.
  • Be ready to munch in no time!
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