How to Store…

You’ve bought your food, but what next? Do you know how to store your groceries effectively?

Many of us store our groceries well, but many of us could also be storing our groceries even better! So, why not learn some new and interesting storage tips and storage ideas about how to optimally keep your groceries.

Our guides will also provide you with other handy information, such as what food can and cannot be frozen, and also how to tell if something has gone bad. Some of these food storage tips might even surprise you.

 

Did you know you can freeze butter? Do milk alternatives need to be stored in the same way as animal milk? Do avocados need any special treatment?

By finding out how to store your groceries better you can save money by needing to buy less, and also help reduce your food waste by prolonging the life of your items.

Do You Know How to Store Carrots? Read this Guide to Find Out.

Did you know that the carrot is originally a Persian vegetable? They can also come in up to 5 different colors: orange, purple, red, white, and yellow! Even if you didn’t know these facts before, the long, crunchy, bittersweet root vegetable has been a world favorite for as long as anyone can remember. But even […]

Learn How to Store Cucumbers for Longer-Lasting Cukes

Cucumbers are the most watery vegetable, comprising of 96% H2O. While it makes them one of the most refreshing vegetables to eat, it also makes them particularly tricky to store. This is because they’re prone to going moldy or drying out! Therefore, learning how to store cucumbers properly will mean you’ll keep getting your serving […]

How to Store Basil

Basil gets its name from the Greek word ‘basileus’, which means ‘king’ because they believed that only the king could pick it. Regardless, the origin of the word is still fitting today as basil definitely rules the kitchen. It is one of the world’s most popular herbs, but it’s not only confined to the kitchen. […]

How to Store Breast Milk

Having enough breast milk is a big worry for moms. That’s why breast milk storage is important and has to be done properly. Whether you’re a new or experienced mom, your body goes through a lot of effort to produce that precious breast milk, so don’t waste it! These storage guidelines will teach you how […]

How to Store Bread

Crispy crust, soft interior, holes that beg for butter: this is the definition of perfect bread, and therefore happiness. Glory to the ancients who discovered the results from a combination of flour and bacteria. In ancient Greece, about 50 recipes for various types of bread were known. Regardless, the methods you use to store it […]

How to Store Asparagus

Asparagus is full of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. This makes it is commonly used for meals around the world. Although the asparagus season is spring, people use it in other seasons as well. Knowing how to store asparagus properly can help you to have it at any time of the year and reap its nutritional […]

How to Store Garlic

Garlic is such a big culinary superstar that it is impossible to imagine any kitchen without it. But did you know it also has many curative properties, including helping to regulate your blood pressure? So, here’s how to store garlic properly in order to get the most out of its flavor and health benefits. Contents […]

How to Store Broccoli

Once called “Italian asparagus”, this green vegetable, with its distinctive look, taste, and texture, boasts many beneficial properties. This makes broccoli a top choice for dieters all over the world. However, this fact should not make it limited to only those who want to lose weight. Consumed fresh and in high amounts, it can help […]

How to Store Ginger

Do you have a digestion problem? Or, are you someone looking for something that might reduce high levels of blood pressure? If so, eat some ginger! Although originally used as “folk medicine”, nowadays, ginger is an everpresent element of the culinary world, especially for adding spicy flavor to dishes like stir-fry. Therefore, if you fancy […]

How to Store Bananas

Bananas are possibly the most popular fruit in the world. Indeed, it’s the most popular fruit of our users in Canada, the USA, and the UK. But did you know they’re not technically a fruit? They’re actually a herb. Either way, they’re delicious, healthy, and packed full of potassium. If you can find a fruit […]

How to Store Tomatoes

You say tom-ay-to. I say tom-ah-to. Who cares! They’re delicious. Whilst most of us will probably buy the canned variety more often than not, there’s still something great about taking the time to make a homemade tomato sauce from fresh tomatoes, or slicing up some nice big juicy ones to put straight into your salad. […]

How to Store Canned Food

We already extolled the virtues of canned goods and why it can be just as healthy as fresh food. We also gave you a list of 10 canned pantry essentials. Now we’ll give you the lowdown on how to store canned food. Will you discover that you’re doing something wrong? Or is there a way […]

How to Store Apples

Apples are quite possibly the world’s most famous fruit. An apple is anecdotally responsible for the theory of gravity. One is even the symbol of one of the world’s most successful tech companies. They’re as well-known as they are tasty. In the USA, 2,500 apple varieties are grown. It’s no wonder apple pie is considered […]

How to Store Avocados

Avocados have become a food phenomenon over the past few years. Packed full of fiber, monounsaturated (good) fat, and plenty of vitamins, they’ve become a healthy lifestyle favorite. Not to mention they’re incredibly tasty. But knowing how to store avocados can be tricky, especially as the window between being ripe and usable, and mushy and […]

How to Store Onions

It’s really difficult to think of a life without onions: and we’re not just saying that because we’re based in Poland! Onions are used in many recipes across the world. Chances are they’re on your shopping list more weeks than not. But once you buy them, do you know how to store onions optimally?

How to Store Butter and Margarine

Butter and margarine are solid fats that should be stored in a fridge. But except from keeping them from melting, why should they be kept there? Have you ever really asked yourself how to store butter and margarine to get the most out of them?

How to Store Milk

Do you know how to store milk? Storing milk may seem pretty simple: pop it in the fridge and consume it within a few days, and you can’t really go wrong. Right?

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