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DebbieJ said:my #1 tip would be to know what goes in the fridge and what doesn't. do an online search for produce storage and you'll find lots of tips.
ChefBeckyD said:Peppers, Celery, cut Onions, Head Lettuce - Take them out of the plastic wrap/containers/bags etc...and wrap them in foil. They will last MUCH longer that way.
DO NOT store tomatoes, potatoes, sweet potatoes, winter squash, whole onion, or garlic in the refrigerator. Store these in a cool dark location. (think about this - they don't have them refrigerated in the store either!)
For berries - DO NOT wash until ready to use them. The key is to keep them as DRY As possible. If you have a special humidity setting on your fruit/veggie keeper (I have one for fruits and one for veggies) set it to the lowest humidity setting, and place a paper towel in the bottom of the plastic bag/container. Every day or so, wipe out any condensation from the container.
ChefBeckyD said:Peppers, Celery, cut Onions, Head Lettuce - Take them out of the plastic wrap/containers/bags etc...and wrap them in foil. They will last MUCH longer that way.
DO NOT store tomatoes, potatoes, sweet potatoes, winter squash, whole onion, or garlic in the refrigerator. Store these in a cool dark location. (think about this - they don't have them refrigerated in the store either!)
For berries - DO NOT wash until ready to use them. The key is to keep them as DRY As possible. If you have a special humidity setting on your fruit/veggie keeper (I have one for fruits and one for veggies) set it to the lowest humidity setting, and place a paper towel in the bottom of the plastic bag/container. Every day or so, wipe out any condensation from the container.
esavvymom said:You know- I've heard this, but I have always kept mine in the fridge (in a drawer), and they last forever- except tomatoes. The Sweet potatoes eventually go- but they can last several weeks (IF we don't eat them by then- we eat them more than white potatoes). I don't have a cool/dark place in my house really. I've tried pantry- but they go bad faster there than in my fridge. Weird.
1. Store them in the refrigerator: Most fruits and vegetables will last longer when stored in the refrigerator. Make sure to keep them in the crisper drawer or in a plastic bag to prevent them from drying out.
2. Keep them away from moisture: Excess moisture can cause fruits and vegetables to spoil quickly. Make sure to dry them thoroughly before storing them and avoid storing them in plastic bags, which can trap moisture.
3. Don't wash them until ready to use: Washing fruits and vegetables can speed up the spoiling process. Instead, wait to wash them until you are ready to eat or cook them.
4. Store them properly: Different fruits and vegetables have different storage needs. For example, tomatoes should be stored at room temperature, while leafy greens should be refrigerated. Do some research or refer to the packaging for specific storage instructions.
5. Use Pampered Chef's Fresh Food Storage Containers: Our containers are designed to keep fruits and vegetables fresh for longer periods of time. They have adjustable venting to control humidity and prevent spoilage, and they are also stackable for easy storage in your fridge.