With the weather turning cooler, it means that soup season is on its way. While nothing beats a pot of freshly-prepared soup, sometimes you just don’t have the energy, you know? There is no shame in grabbing a can of tinned soup — as long as you can get it open. If your can opener has gone AWOL, try out these tricks.
Hot Water
Yes, we know, you heat the soup up after you’ve poured it out of the can. But heating up the tin itself can help pry it open. Place the closed can in a pot of boiling for a few minutes. The metal will expand slightly from the heat, and you can then use a sharp utensil to push out the lid.
A Spoon
One of the more traditional methods is that of a spoon. Place the handle of the spoon on the edge of the lid and move back and forth to create a groove. Do this enough to weaken the tin, then apply pressure to pry it open.
A Stone
This one definitely needs a bit of patience. Find a rough, flat surface like a stone or concrete. Hold the can firmly and rub the lid’s edge against the abrasive surface until it wears down enough to create a small hole.
