From herbs to carrots, here are the best tried-and-true tricks for storing your produce so it lasts longer.
That you should treat your herbs like flowers and put them in water?
Even a small change can make a difference!
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Theyre commonly sold in netted bags, which are perfect for allowing air to circulate around each spud.
And while potatoes like it cool (like a cellar), they do not like the fridge.
The moisture will cause the potatoes to soften and sprout more quickly.
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Sunlight will cause potatoes to turn green, and too much green can actuallyprove toxic.
Many home cooks struggle with fully utilizing herbs since they have a short shelf life when stored improperly.
When stored correctly, fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, and dill will last for about two weeks.
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Replace the water every few days like you would a vase of flowers.
Finely chop clean, dry herbs and combine them with softened butter.
Add salt to taste.
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The butter can be placed on waxed paper or plastic wrap and rolled into a log.
Wrap again and freeze for up to three months, thawing before use.
To freeze in smaller portions, refrigerate the log until firm and slice into circular slices.
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Wrap each slice, place in a zip-top freezer bag, and freeze.
To get the most out of them,trim the tops and place them in a zip-top bag.
Store the bag in the crisper, and wash individual carrots as you need them.
Alison Bickel
Theyll last at least two weeks this way.
Place apples in a plastic bag andstore them in the fridgefor two weeks or more.
Keep them separate from leafy greens and carrots since apples will cause these veggies to spoil faster.
Lori Rice
But there are a few tactics for extending its life.
First, dont peel it.
Leave the ears insulated by their husks andwrap them in a damp kitchen towel.
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Store the bundle in a plastic bag in the crisper for up to four days.
But what if you bought a big bag of garlic at the supermarket and theyre threatening to sprout?
Cherry tomatoes.Lori Rice
