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27 ways to make groceries last as long as possible
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1. Onions stored in pantyhose will last as long as 8 months.
Put onions in pantyhose, and tie knots between onion. Plus it makes a freaky wall art installation!
Source: seriouseats.com
2. Freeze green onions in a plastic bottle.
Make sure the green onions are completely dry before storing or they’ll get freezer burn.
Source: lunchinabox.net
3. Get an ethylene gas absorber for the fridge.
A set of 3 costs $16. These little pods absorb the ethylene emitted by fruits and vegetables to keep them fresh up to 3x longer. Here’s a handy list of ethylene-producing and ethylene-sensitive foods.
Source: savvysugar.com
4. Store delicate herbs like flowers, then cover with plastic, secure with a rubberband, and refrigerate.
This is the best way to keep delicate herbs like parsley, basil, cilantro, and chives fresh the longest.
