Best storage for fruits and veggies
A mere 24 hours later, the strawberries were moldy and that's when I read the package and saw they came from the other side of the country. But I also learned that I was storing them improperly. For some reason, I thought they, like bananas, were supposed to stay at room temperature. I was wrong. For proper strawberry storage, don't wash them until you're just about to eat them and store them in the fridge for 1-3 days.
Fruits and Veggies More Matters has a database of selection and storage tips for a wide variety of fruits and veggies. With the rising costs of groceries, no one can afford to buy food only to throw it in the trash. Check out the gallery for some tips.
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