Keeping Mayonnaise Fresh
By Janette from Parkersburg, WV
Editor's Note: I have never heard this. Does Janette or anyone have any ideas why this would work?
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RE: Keeping Mayonnaise Fresh
The cardboard draws moisture out of the mayonnaise. Any paper product draws moisture from anything moist close to it.
Post By Jim C (Guest Post)
RE: Keeping Mayonnaise Fresh
It works because the cardboard holds bacteria and moisture that speed up the mildewing of the mayonaise. I always remove the cardboard from inside the top.
Post By Rosario (Guest Post)
RE: Keeping Mayonnaise Fresh
I agree. Cardboard is a porous material and with the moisture too, it could encourage the growth of micro-organisms or mould.
Post by feemayl
RE: Keeping Mayonnaise Fresh
My guess is that the cardboard/paper would attract the moisture in the jar and that would encourage mold to grow on it. Pam in RI
Post by pam2cats
RE: Keeping Mayonnaise Fresh
I remember hearing this once, but cannot remember if there was a reason given. Perhaps the cardboard isn't "acid-free" or "antibacterial"?
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