An Alternative to Plastic Wrap: Abeego Flats

We don't have many bowls or dishes with lids, so we end up using a lot of plastic wrap when putting dough away to rest, or refrigerating a big bowl of leftovers. Here's one alternative to plastic wrap and aluminum foil that we find intriguing: Abeego Flats...

Abeego flats are reusable bowl covers made from hemp and cotton fabric infused with a blend of beeswax and plant extracts. This coating makes the flats fluid-resistant and easy to clean. This waxy coating also makes the fabric stiff and able to be molded to the shape of a bowl. A set of Abeego Flats includes a six-, a nine- and a twelve-inch square sheet. The Flats can be cleaned in cold and soapy water.

We don't think that these would cover every use of plastic wrap and foil, of course. They aren't heat-resistant, so they won't stand in for most uses of aluminum foil. They also are in fixed sizes, obviously, so covering a big tray of cookies or hamburger patties is out. But for daily use of storing leftovers and basics, we think they could be great.

Have you ever tried something like this?

• Find them: Abeego Flats $18.50 for a set of three at Abeego

(Images: Abeego)

posted originally from: TheKitchn

Comments (2)

You can't pile them up in the fridge, though, especially if the bowl and its content is heavy.
I still prefer reusable containers with cover.

posted by miss_p on September 2nd 2009 at 10:06am
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They're pretty -maybe if I was taking something to a picnic/party and wanted to keep the bugs out but still have it be easily accessible?

I agree with miss_p, though - I'll stick to our pyrex with the lids for now.

posted by EmmieB on September 2nd 2009 at 10:41am
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