No matter what you plan to do with them, do this first.
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We always have a bunch of carrots in the fridge.
Years ago, it was mostly because I wanted snacks for my horse.
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Now we keep them for soups, snacks, and stewsand an occasional treat for my dog!
When Im ready to use carrots, I usually peel them and then rinse them when Im done.
Check them for any cracks and bruises and cut those parts away.
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Rinse your peeler between carrots so no bacteria spreads from carrot to carrot.
Theres no need to use soaps, detergents, or commercial produce washes, says theU.S.
Use one teaspoon of baking soda for every two cups of cold water.
Or you might use one part white vinegar to three parts cold water.
But there is limited research on its effectiveness and any change in nutrient composition in carrots.
How To Store Carrots
Dont wash your carrots until you’re ready to use them.
Instead, store them unpeeled in the crisper drawer.
Wrap them in a paper towel and store them in a bag or container to help keep out moisture.
Dont use carrots if they look questionable.
When in doubt, throw it out!
