To make pouring soups, stews, etc. easy Dec 2, 2003 8:55:30 GMT -6 Quote Select PostDeselect PostLink to PostMemberGive GiftBack to Top Post by April B. on Dec 2, 2003 8:55:30 GMT -6 To make pouring soups, stews, etc., into a Ziploc bag easier, cut bothends off of a big can, place it in the bag, and pour into the can.The can holds the bag open and also acts kind of like a funnel.