We put banana peels to the test—turning them into tea, curry, and even “bacon.” The results surprised us.

Banana peels are technically edible, and in some cuisines, they're treated as an ingredient rather than as waste. When properly cleaned and cooked, the fibrous skins can be simmered into teas, curries ...

Banana peels work wonders as odor neutralizers. Cleaning expert Scott Schrader suggests placing diced banana peel at the bottom of your trash can, beneath the liner. "It will absorb the smells and ...