At last: scientists have created a "tear-free" onion using biotechnology to switch off the gene behind the enzyme that makes us cry, according to a report by Sapa-AFP. But until the miracle vegetable hits our shop shelves, what can you do to reduce your onion tears?

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Your best bet is to place the unpeeled onion in the freezer for about 20 minutes, after which you simply take it out, peel it and cut it with a very sharp knife. It helps to chop in front of an open window. When you're chopping a large number of onions, use a food processor.

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