Experts weigh in on the best way to buy and store raspberries. Sometimes I’ll even buy them at the grocery store in the off-season. I’m a huge fan of these sweet-tart berries. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Getty Images Why do plump, juicy-looking raspberries go bad so quickly? Are there any tricks for storing them so that they don’t get mushy and gross? I reached out to raspberry experts to find out....

Not sure whether to leave your soy sauce out or stick it in the fridge? Here’s what the experts say. Let’s take a look. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Plus, soy sauce is made from fermented soybeans, and fermentation is another age-old food preservation method. Department of Agriculture FoodKeeper app, and don’t we all want our food to be top quality? Getty Images

In the fridge or on the kitchen counter? The experts weigh in. I have it around always, and I tend to store it in the fridge. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Here’s what I found out. That’s because sriracha doesn’t' have to be refrigerated, even after the bottles have been opened. Thebest way to store bottles of Sriracha, according to the manufacturer? Simply Recipes / Myo Quinn “Just see to it they are stored in a cool, dry place....

Strawberry season is finally upon us. I reached out to experts to learn tips for how best to store strawberries. Here’s what I found out. Simply Recipes / Getty Images The ideal place to keep your berries is the produce drawer. Once theyre washed, remove the leaves and stems. Wash only what youll use and store the rest of the berries without washing them. Simply Recipes / Getty Images They should be completely dry before storing to avoid early spoilage or mold growth, says Dandrea-Russert....

An expert from Domino Sugar weighs in. Lahud has a degree in food science and is a certified baker from the American Institute of Baking. Sugar should be stored at room temperature and tightly wrapped to avoid humidity. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Getty Images Granulated sugar will harden when exposed to any bang out of moisture, Lahud says. Moisture causes sugar to clump. Clumped sugar makes it difficult to work with....

These orange root vegetables are surprisingly perishable. The only problem is that sometimes I forget theyre there. Most importantly, its best to store them out of direct sunlight to help them last longer. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Store sweet potatoes in a breathable container like a basket or mesh bag. Just be sure to eat them within a week so they do not start to dehydrate. What About the Refrigerator?...

Yes, there’s a right way and I asked the experts. I typically slide the open package into a zip-top plastic bag and keep it on the pantry shelf. Lundberg recommends storing raw, uncooked rice in a cool, dark place that is pest-free. Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock Ideally, she recommends keeping it below 55F. Like anynatural grain, rice can deteriorate when exposed to light, heat, or pests, she says. The refrigerator and freezer are great options....

It depends on where you store it. Simply Recipes / Lori Rice Yeast is the star of the show for many baking recipes. While it is small, it certainly is mighty, playing a crucial role in making things rise. Simply Recipes / Lori Rice Everything from bread and bagels tocinnamon rollsandsoft pretzelsis made with yeast. That way, its always at the ready for whenever a craving for baked goods strikes....

Keep your zucchini bright green and firm until you’re ready to enjoy them. What Is the Best Way To Store Zucchini and Summer Squash? If anything, keep the bag open so the vegetable can breathe. Simply Recipes / Getty Images So be sure to store your squash separately from these items to keep it fresher for longer. How Do You Keep a Zucchini or Summer Squash Fresh? Why keep the zucchini and summer squash unwashed?...

Using the right technique will yield perfectly tender stalks. Simply Recipes / Getty Images It’s officially spring! Im talking pea shoots, favas, artichokes, and, of course, asparagus. Simply Recipes / Getty Images I wolf down as many verdant bundles of the delicate veggie as possible during its short season. Is Snapping or Cutting Asparagus Better? After the ends are trimmed, he says to use a sharp peeler to remove any remaining fibrous skin....

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