Edible Spoon Rest

Genius.

From Cook's Illustrated:

A spoon rest is a nice extra to have in the kitchen, but many cooks don't want to bother with them.

Julian Lewis of Burlington, Vermont, came up with an alternative.

Instead of a ceramic or metal spoon rest, she uses a slice of bread.

The bread catches bits of food and soaks up juices, in the process becoming a savory treat for the family dog (or the cook).