Storage and keeping
How to keep a cut cabbage fresh for a week
A cut cabbage can stay useful for a week when the exposed face is dry, covered and kept cold. Slice from the outside and leave the core intact.
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Storage and keeping
How to keep green beans crisp in the fridge
Green beans lose crispness through water loss but decay quickly when stored wet. Keep them unwashed, cool and loosely contained, then rinse just before cooking.
Storage and keeping
How to keep ripe peaches from bruising
Ripe peaches bruise under pressure. Store them in one layer, keep the stem area protected and refrigerate fruit once it is ready to slow further softening.
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How to keep cooked beetroot from drying out
Cooked beetroot dries from its cut surfaces. Cool it whole when possible, store it covered, and add oil, yogurt or vinaigrette close to serving.
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How to keep corn sweet until dinner
Sweetcorn keeps its best flavour when it gets cold quickly. Leave the husk on, refrigerate the ears and cook them within a few days instead of storing them on the counter.
Storage and keeping
How to keep cucumbers from going soft
Cucumbers need protection from water loss but can suffer chilling injury in very cold storage. Keep them dry, wrapped loosely and away from the coldest air.
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How to store tomato paste after opening
Protect opened tomato paste from air, label it and portion what you will not use soon. A small freezer stash is better than a hopeful fridge corner.
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How to store cut squash safely
Cut squash loses moisture at the exposed face. Store it covered in the fridge, keep raw pieces separate from cooked food and use the softest cut first.
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How to keep leeks fresh after trimming
Trimmed leeks last better when they are dry on the surface, loosely wrapped and kept cold without sitting in trapped water.
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How to keep apples crisp for longer
Apples keep their crunch best when cold, protected from bruises and checked for soft fruit. Store them loose or in a breathable bag and remove damaged pieces early.
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How to keep mushrooms from turning slimy
Mushrooms last better when condensation can escape. Store them cold in paper or a breathable container, avoid washing ahead and cook any bruised pieces first.
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How to store sweet potatoes without chilling them
Sweet potatoes keep best in a cool dry cupboard with air around them. Do not wash them before storing, and inspect the ends before cooking.
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How to keep cauliflower from going grey
Cauliflower turns grey when exposed tissue dries or oxidises. Keep the head cold and dry, cover cut surfaces and cook before the spots spread.
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How to store passata after opening
Refrigerate opened passata as the label directs, freeze the amount you will use and write the date on the container. Smooth tomato is easy to save when it has a destination.
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How to keep tomatoes fresh without ruining them
Keep whole tomatoes at room temperature while they ripen, away from sun and bruises. Chill only when slowing an already ripe tomato is worth the texture trade.
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How to keep kale fresh and ready to cook
Kale lasts better when leaves are dry and uncrushed. Trim damaged parts, use a paper towel to catch moisture and keep washed leaves well dried.
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How to keep spinach fresh for longer
Spinach needs cold storage but hates a wet sealed pocket. Remove damaged leaves, use a dry lining and keep fruit such as apples and tomatoes away.
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How to keep tinned tomatoes useful after opening
Move leftover tomatoes out of the tin, chill them promptly and freeze portions you will actually use. The best storage plan is one that has a next meal attached to it.
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How to keep fresh peas sweet after buying
Fresh peas are at their best soon after buying. Keep the pods cold and dry, do not wash them early, and cook them before they lose their sweetness.
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How to keep carrots fresh for weeks
Cut off carrot tops, keep the roots cold in a breathable container and control moisture. A dry towel inside the drawer helps, but a wet one needs changing.