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Baby carrots are the candy of the vegetable world.
Theyre small, crunchy, and sweetthe perfect on-the-go snack.
Of course, theyrehummusbest friend too.
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Ive always preferred them solo, especially mid-recipe testing (I create recipes for a living!)
when Ive eaten too much of the same thing and am in desperate need of something light and healthy.
What Are Baby Carrots?
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Contrary to popular belief, not all baby carrots are cut from larger broken carrots.
They can also be cut from larger carrot varieties harvested before theyve reached maturity.
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What Is That White Stuff on Your Carrots?
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Because baby carrots are peeled, they lose moisture more quickly than carrots sold with their skin intact.
Luckily, the Iowa State University Report says this white film is perfectly safe.
If you cant mentally stomach them at this point,cook them!
Theyre still good to eat, and that white film wont be visible once the carrots are cooked.
Do not pour the water that pools on the bottom of the carrot bag into your container.
An airtight seal keeps moistureinthe carrots, preventing drying and maintaining freshness.
The same goes for storing baby carrots submerged in water, which softens their texture.
If you notice a significant amount of condensation in your container, drain it out to prevent sliminess.
Once theyve reached this state, unfortunately, they cant be brought back.
To the compost bin they go!
