Storing Cantaloupe?This is a page about storing cantaloupe. Once you bring a cantaloupe home from the market you will want to choose the best way to store it.
Storing Dry GoodsThis is a page about storing dry goods. When storing dry goods, there are several things to consider, including type of container or preventing bug infestation.
Preventing Mold On Fresh BerriesThis is a page about preventing mold on fresh berries. It is so disappointing to buy fresh berries only to have them mold before you can use them all.
Storing ApplesThis page is about storing apples. With proper storage many varieties of apples will keep for a long time.
Storing HoneyThis is a page about storing honey. Stored properly, honey will keep almost indefinitely.
Storing Pomegranates?This is a page about storing pomegranates. Pomegranates often need to ripen for a while after they are picked.
Storing Bell PeppersStoring your bell peppers properly will ensure they are fresh and ready to use when you need them. This is a page about storing bell peppers.
Storing Green Beans?This is a page about storing green beans. Storing your green beans properly will help them ripen, if necessary, or just keep them fresh for use later.
Storing AsparagusThis is a page about storing asparagus. Asparagus can go bad quickly if it is not used shortly after being harvested.
Storing CoffeeThis is a page about storing coffee. Coffee is a morning staple for many people. Whether you are storing whole beans or ground coffee, proper storage will ensure that it stays fresh.
Storing StrawberriesThis is a page about storing strawberries. Strawberries are a wonderful tasty treat to have in your garden. However, they can spoil quickly once they are ripe. Storing them properly will ensure you can enjoy them even longer.
Store Container Upside Down When EmptyI put a lot of my staples in empty coffee tubs that I label, things like cookies, oatmeal, nuts, etc. When I am out, I simply turn the container over so I know to add it to my list.
Vacuum Sealing FoodThis is a page about vacuum sealing food. Storing food so it doesn't go bad is a tried and true way to stretch your food budget dollars. Vacuum sealing is a great way to store food.
Shower Caps in the KitchenI have been buying shower caps from the dollar store. You can get 15 caps for $1.00. They are great for covering bowls you put in the refrigerator and cheaper than aluminum foil.
Reuse Pasta Sauce/Pickle Bottles For Food StorageUsually every month, I ended up with 7 or 8 empty pasta sauce or dill pickle bottles. I started of thinking how efficiently I can use them, apart from their regular dry food storage. Here are the tips.
Storing BananasThis is a page about storing bananas. Bananas are a good snack for your body and muscles. Storing bananas properly will allow them to ripen and prevent bruising.
Storing LettuceThis is a page about storing lettuce. Lettuce is best when it is crisp. Storing your lettuce properly will keep it from wilting and help maintain its flavor.
Keeping Lettuce FreshThis is a page about keeping lettuce fresh. Have you been disappointed when you opened the crisper to get out the lettuce for a green salad, only to find it beginning to rust. The reddish brown tinged leaves are not very appetizing.
Storing Beer?This is a page about storing beer. Unlike wine most beer is not meant to be stored for extended periods. Some varieties do improve with age, but all types of beer benefit from proper storage.
Keeping Vegetables FreshThis is a page about keeping vegetables fresh. It is always frustrating to buy a bunch of fresh vegetables only to have them go bad before you get to eat them. Keeping them fresh until you need them will save you money.
Storing Wine?This is a page about storing wine. It is important to store wine properly to ensure that you preserve it's quality and flavor.
Storing SpicesThis is a page about storing spices. It is important to store spices properly. This will help keep them organized and ensure that they are fresh when you need them.
Storing Limes?This is a page about storing limes. Properly storing limes is important to lengthen their shelf life and ensure the best flavor.
Storing NutsThis is a page about storing nuts. Nuts are a good healthy snack, as well as, an important ingredient in many recipes. Storing your walnuts, pecans, and other varieties properly is important to maintaining their taste and texture.
Storing LemonsThis is a page storing lemons. Storing lemons properly will ensure that they stay good until you need them.
Storing GrapefruitThis is a page about storing grapefruit. Storing your grapefruit properly will ensure that you have time to enjoy them before they go bad.
Shower Caps to Cover FoodMy husband travels frequently for work, and when he does, he will bring home the unused, new, packaged shower caps. Whenever I have to cover a large food item, like a tray of brownies, I use the new shower cap to cover the top.
Storing BlackberriesThis is a page for the best ways to store blackberries. Summer means sweet, tangy blackberries are available in abundance. If you are lucky there are some growing right down the road. Like raspberries, blackberries can be delicate, and need to be stored carefully to prevent crushing.
Storing Cherries?This is a page about storing cherries. We have all had the disappointment of having our fruit become bruised or moldy from being stored improperly. There are different methods for storing the various types of fruit.
Storing BlueberriesThis is a page about storing blueberries. You may not need all of the blueberries in a container immediately. If they are stored properly, you can use the rest of the blueberries later.
Increasing the Shelf Life of Homemade Caramelized Onions?How do you make caramelized onions that can be kept like chutneys or relishes? I would like to make small jars for a fete.
Using Ziploc Food Storage Bags with Renyold's Vacuum Pump?Does anyone know if the Renyold's vacuum pump can be used with Ziploc food storage vacuum bags?
What are the Most Cost Effective Leftover Food Storage Products?I was wondering if any of you have ever done a cost comparison on which product is the least expensive to use for leftovers: aluminum foil, plastic wrap, or plastic storage bags?
Save Used Freezer Bags for Outer BagWhen freezing food in zip lock bags, always use a new bag first where it would be in contact with the food, then use a clean used bag for the outer bag.
Shelf Life of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables?How long does it take for these following fruits and vegetables to decompose: strawberries, bell peppers, spinach, cherries...
Keeping Marshmallows SoftStore marshmallows in a tightly sealed plastic bag in the freezer and they won't dry out. They are easier to cut when frozen also!
Storing Cooked Meats?Can I store cooked turkey and cooked ham in the same Ziploc bag?
Reuse Baby Jars for CondimentsUse plastic baby food containers to hold condiments for lunch sandwiches or use to hold egg salad or tuna salad for lunch or picnic sandwiches.
Why Did My Dried Home Grown Onions Rot?Why did my home grown onions mostly all start to rot from the top? They were well dried.
Keeping Sugar From Becoming Hard?How do I keep my sugar from going hard in the bag?
Don't Refrigerate ChocolateDon't put chocolate in the refrigerator, unless it's already been cooked, because it ruins the taste and quality of the chocolate!
Storing Cranberry Sauce?How long can you store cranberry sauce in Mason jars?
Keeping Coffee Mate from Getting Hard?We use Coffee Mate in our church kitchen, but it gets hard as a rock when the air conditioner is turned off. What can we use for the creamer? I have already contacted Coffee-Mate they had no suggestions other then to keep it out of humid areas.
Shelf Life of Bisquick Stored in the Refrigerator?Since my husband and I don't finish a box of Bisquick very quickly now that the kids are gone, I wonder how long it is safe to use. I started keeping it in the refrigerator, thinking that would keep it good past the "Best by Date".
How Do I Store Bell Peppers Until I Am Ready to Cook?How do I store bell peppers until I am ready to stuff and have enough to stuff?
Shelf Life of Ground Ginger?I have a jar of ground ginger which is "old". It has a dark spot at the very bottom of the jar.What is the shelf life of bottled ground ginger? Thanks for your help.
Shelf Life of Yogurt?How long is yogurt, plain or flavored good for after the expiration date?
Storing Cucumbers in the Refrigerator?Does anyone know a good way to store cucumbers in the fridge? I've been putting them in paper towels and then a vented plastic bag and they just don't seem to last.Thanks.
Don't Leave Measuring Scoop in FoodDo not leave measuring cups or scoops in food for comfort and speed, it will leave germs in the food.
Removing Air from Ziplock BagsWe will never buy the vacuum seal machine and expensive bags because we vacuum seal the easy and frugal way. Place contents in a ziploc bag and immerse in a sink full of water, keeping opened end of bag just above the water line.
Long Term Food Storage?Regarding the removal of all oxygen from foodstuffs, would that not leave the dead bugs and their waste matters still in the food?
Insects In Food Need OxygenFor bugs in your food stuff, take all the oxygen out of bags and out of jars. Seal a meal is great. Bugs cannot live without oxygen.
Cheap Shower Caps for Food CoversThis may sound like a silly tip, but this proved to be very handy when we were camping with friends once, and I found that it works equally well at home.
Storing Smoked Banana LeavesHow can I preserve fresh banana leaves, after smoking them. I live in the Caribbean and would like to package some for future use.
Keeping Cheese MoistCheese will not dry out, if stored wrapped in a cloth dampened in vinegar.
Storing Roasted Red Peppers?I have a bunch of red bell peppers that I want to roast. After I roast them what type of liquid do I use to store them in the fridge?
Wash and Store Lettuce Right After BuyingWash lettuce when you come from the store. Shake it a little to remove excess water then put a clean folded tea towel into a large plastic bag (I use a plastic grocery bag).
Store Bulk Foods In Recycled Baby Wipe ContainersWe use a lot of the large round baby wipe containers. When empty scrub them out good and put dry bulk foods in it. Replace the lid and put it into the pantry for storage.
Storing Corn or Flour Tortillas?What do you store your corn tortillas in?
Storing Canned Goods on Unheated Porch?Is it ok to store canned goods on a back porch that is not heated? Or would they freeze?
Store Honey in the RefrigeratorYears ago I switched away from white sugar as much as possible. That meant using honey in my coffee and it wasn't difficult at all to get used to. Since then I've used it in bread baking also.
Buy Sweet Potatoes on Sale and StoreI have been waiting and it is now time. Sweet potatoes are on sale for Thanksgiving. I don't know the price for other areas, but the price in the Hot Springs WalMart stores is 25 cents a pound.
Wrap Lunch Meat in Paper Towels to Absorb MoistureMost lunch meats get watery or kinda slimy, when in the fridge a while. After opening, wrap in paper towels. You can put it back in the bag it came in or a zip lock baggie. Change towels when they feel damp. No more slimy or soggy bread either.
How long will Penuche fudge keep?How long will Penuche fudge keep?
Store Chips in a Christmas Cookie TinA tip from my husband - after opening a bag of chips, put them in the tin you saved from the cookies last Xmas and they will stay fresh and crispy!
How to Store Marshmallows?What is the best way to store marshmallows?
Can Green Tomatoes Be Preserved in Newspaper?Can I preserve green tomatoes from my garden by wrapping them in newspaper and putting in a cool dry place and use them in winter?
Long Term Storage Of Chewing Gum?I recently got a bunch of chewing gum for free after coupons. Should I keep it in the freezer to keep it fresh or how should I store it? Will freezing it change it's chewing consistency? Thanks for any help!
Preparing to Vacuum Seal Vegetables?Do you need to blanch vegetables when vacuum sealing them? if so, how do i go about this?
How long will mushrooms keep in the refrigerator?How long will mushrooms keep in the refrigerator?
Storing Pancake Mix?I bought some boxes of CarbSimple pancake mix which were already out of date. So far, the mix is still quite tasty and not spoiled. As this product is no longer manufactured, I want to keep them. What is the best method?
Keeping Greens LongerHere's a tip to keep greens for longer periods, eg. curry leaves or coriander leaves and spring onions. Keep them in a plastic container or in a jar with a tight lid so that it is airtight.
Substitute for Orange Liqueur?What may I use for a substitute for Orange liqueur. Could I use orange flavoring?
Keeping Oil From Solidifying in the Fridge?How can I stop the oil in marinated feta solidifying when placed in fridge?
Canister for Vacuum Packaging?Has anyone used a canister from vacuum packaging (like Seal-A-Meal) for food storage? We have gone through so much expensive salad in a bag (my daughter likes it) before its time that I am seriously thinking about purchasing the larger canister just for bagged salad storage in the fridge.
Disposable Bowl CoversI have found the cheapest source for those new disposable bowl covers. My friend was unpacking her cosmetology bag and there was a box of cheap (100 count for $1.99) disposable shower caps. . .
How Long Does Spaghetti Sauce Keep Once Opened?Once a jar of tomato/spaghetti sauce has been opened, how long will it keep in the refrigerator?
Storing Potato Flakes?I was wondering if anyone knew how long potato flakes would be good for. I have a bag of flakes in the cupboard and I think they are 2 years old. I could make instant potaoes for the dogs if need be, I suppose, to use them up. Any suggestions for using them besides thickening stews and soups?
Shelf Life of Pasta Flour?Does anyone know the shelf life of pasta (semolina) flour? It is in its original wax-coated paper packaging - no tears or holes in the bag. I have had it well over a year. It doesn't have an expiration date. There is only an address for the company, no phone number or web address listed.
Use an Old Freezer as a PantrySomeone gave us a huge used upright freezer. It worked fine, but I didn't really need THAT much freezer space and it needed to be defrosted way too often for me.
Removing the Air from Zip Lock BagsZip lock bags are great and those machines that vacuum the air out of bags is great but expensive. I found a cheap (like in $0.00) way to remove most of the air from a zip bag.
Sealing Cans and Small Round DishesI save the fat elastic bands off newspaper deliveries. Then I use cheap sandwich bags and the elastic to cover small round food items such as partially used cans of food, or half eaten yogurt. I don't use this if it will be more than one day but it seals it very tight short term.
Stocking Up On Food Pays Off During Hard TimesHere's another grocery tip. When the Y2K scare was going on we decided to go ahead and stock up on dry products and other items that might be needed. Even though nothing came of it we kept from getting into those items. Later that year my husband got laid off from his job and could not find work. In a small town it's very hard to steady work. Boy, were we thankful for the stockpile of stuff we had.
Vacuum Seal Ziplock BagsI put whatever I want to save in a re-sealable plastic bag, seal all but about 1/2 inch, put in a straw, then suck out the air and quickly close the last half inch. Gives you a completely airless package.
Preserving Carrots Through the Winter?Hi! I just harvested about 20 lbs of carrots from a home garden. Should I blanche them and place them freezer bags, store them in a cool, dark basement area or what? I'd like to be able to use them throughout the winter months. This is the first time I have tried growing carrots and am a little startled (pleasantly though!) at my success. HELP!!! What do I do now??
Dennis from Milwaukee, WI
Sealing Plastic Bags with Foil and an IronYou can seal any plastic bag by placing a piece of aluminum foil over the end to be sealed and running a hot iron over the foil. Make sure you have foil on both sides of the plastic to be sealed so it doesn't stick to the ironing surface. No expensive sealing gadget required.
By Lisa Trudeau
Rotisserie Chicken Containers as a Lettuce CrisperThe containers that rotisserie chickens come in work great for a lettuce crisper. If there are air holes on top of the lid, place a piece of plastic wrap on top of the lettuce first.
Solution for Big ContainersShopping at the warehouse stores gives you gallon size containers which are cumbersome. The small size sport squirt top water/drink bottles are great for holding a manageable supply of oil, soy sauce or vinegar.
