Whether youre snacking or using it for soup, heres how to prep it.
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I dont know why I always forget about celery.
By then, the celery is way too soggy and limp.
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Maybe I need to start making some ants on a log.
Then grab a vegetable brush and turn on the faucet.
Rinse your brush between stalks so you dont move any debris around to other pieces of celery.
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Not only can leftover moisture cause it to wilt, it can also cause it to spoil more quickly.
Celery is often sold in a plastic bag.
The problem is that celery releases ethylene, a natural gas that causes produce to ripen more quickly.
When the gas is released and trapped in the plastic bag, celery goes bad fast.
If stored properly, it should stay fresh for a week or two.
Keep in mind that the longer it is stored the more likely it is to wilt, she says.
If your celery looks wilted or feels mushy, those are signs that its past its prime.
To keep from wasting celery, consider freezing it if you have too much.
Blanching before freezing may help to retain the texture, color, and flavor.
Drain, cool, and place in an airtight bag to freeze.
Prest also mentions that you’re able to use the leafy ends of celery in salads or soup.
Or you’re able to grow more celery with the root end.
