You Need to Stop Making these Food Storage Mistakes

Last Updated on January 7, 2021

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#3 – Potatoes

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Almost all of us buy large quantities of potatoes since they’re versatile and everybody enjoys them. But storing this veggie in the wrong place will make it sprout and go uneatable quickly.

To enjoy your potatoes longer, keep them away from the refrigerator, direct sunlight, and warm spots (e.g. above the oven or under the sink,) these places can promote the growth of toxins and put your health at risk.

Also, never put small-sized potatoes next to pears and apples, as they can rub away the earthy taste. The ideal place to store potatoes should be dark and cool, such as a pantry.

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#4 – Basil

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We all love to use fresh basil in cooking, mainly for its lovely aroma. Although storing it in the refrigerator seems perfect to preserve its taste and texture, resist the temptation because the cold temperature ruins its leaves, making them dark in a couple of days.

Ideally, basil should be stored in a cool, humid place, so you can use a paper towel to wrap the stems and seal it in a plastic bag, then store it safely in the least cool area of the refrigerator like the door or crisper drawer.

Another way is to trim the basil’s stems and place it in a jar of water where the sun can reach it.

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#5 – Nuts

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You’re probably storing nuts, such as walnuts, cashew, and almonds, wrong as well. Some of them are not cheap so you want to make sure you’re storing them correctly.

As soon as you unpack your grocery bags, place nuts in an airtight container or sealable bag and store it in the refrigerator to keep them fresh and make them last for more than a year.

With this in mind, avoid keeping your nuts at room temperature. Why? Their oil content will make them develop a sharply bitter taste or spoil faster.