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.
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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.
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They should be completely dry before storing to avoid early spoilage or mold growth, says Dandrea-Russert.
Dont leave strawberries outside the refrigerator unless youre snacking on them.
They should be refrigerated within two hours of washing and cutting them.
Toss them in the compost bin if theyve been sitting out longer than that.
