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Storage And Preservation

  • Fresh sweet potatoes on a dark, rustic background.

    Never Store Your Uncooked Sweet Potato In The Fridge. Here's Why

    Refrigeration may extend the shelf life of your uncooked sweet potatoes, but it can do more harm than good in the process. Here's how to store them instead.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 11 months ago Read More
  • Person taking food out of the fridge

    What Foods Should You Be Storing On The Top Shelf Of Your Fridge?

    It's easy to put food into the fridge at random, but there's a correct way to use each section; here are the only foods that should be stored on the top shelf.

    By Aspen Oblewski 11 months ago Read More
  • acai bowls with blueberries and strawberries in the background

    Frozen Açaí Vs Powdered: Which Makes The Better Breakfast Bowl?

    The next time you're making a breakfast bowl with some açaí berries, you might be wondering whether frozen or powdered fruits are the better choice.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 11 months ago Read More
  • Hands hold a head of butter lettuce

    How To Clean Butter Lettuce Without Ruining Its Delicate Leaves

    Butter lettuce is a perfect choice for many dishes, but cleaning it can be a hassle. Here's the best way to do it so you don't ruin its delicate leaves.

    By Camryn Teder 11 months ago Read More
  • Hand reaching for deli meat

    You Should Avoid Buying Deli Meat That Looks Like This

    Though a convenient part of lunch meal prep, deli meat has a short shelf-life. If it looks this particular way, you need to toss it, no questions asked.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 11 months ago Read More
  • Frozen peas in a bowl

    What Causes Frozen Peas To Smell Terrible And How To Prevent It

    Peas can be a great addition to many dishes, but if you're storing them in the freezer, you might notice a less than appetizing aroma. Here's why.

    By Karen Hart 11 months ago Read More
  • Slicing a glazed holiday ham dotted with cloves

    Can You Freeze Ham After It's Been Cooked? Here's What You Need To Know

    If you have leftover ham from a family gathering, what should you do with it? Here's what you need to know about freezing cooked ham.

    By Kim Ranjbar 11 months ago Read More
  • Glass canning jars filled with preserved vegetables.

    What's The Difference Between Mason Jars Vs Canning Jars?

    The terms Mason jars and canning jars are sometimes used interchangeably, but not all canning jars are Mason jars. Here's what you need to know.

    By Betsy Parks 11 months ago Read More
  • A five-tiered cake with different colored layers being sliced.

    The Kitchen Staple That Will Help Prevent Your Cake From Drying Out

    If you want to make sure that your sweet cake keeps its rich, moist texture, this common pantry item can help you seal things up.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 11 months ago Read More
  • A closeup of nachos supreme

    The Gross Reason You Should Avoid Gas Station Nachos (If You Aren't Already)

    Gas stations are a key part of commuting across America, but some of their food offerings can be a bit suspect. That goes double for gas station nachos.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 11 months ago Read More
  • A picnic board set up on a blanket

    5 Important Food Safety Tips For Your Next Picnic

    The best picnic spread is a healthy, food-safe one. Follow these essential tips to make sure your bringing the freshest, safest food to the great outdoors.

    By Adam Raphael 11 months ago Read More
  • Tops of canning lids

    Should You Throw Away Rusty Mason Jar Lids?

    While the glass jars can be used pretty much forever, metal Mason jar lids don't fare so well over time, going rusty or getting damaged. What should you do?

    By Karen Hart 11 months ago Read More
  • array of sauces in supermarket

    12 Traditional Sauces You'll Find In Japan

    Japanese sauces are delicious and complex, and we've rounded up the 12 best ones you need in your pantry — whether you're making hotpot or fried foods.

    By Tysen Ling 11 months ago Read More
  • Slice of watermelon in the fridge next to other fruits and vegetables

    Why The Refrigerator Is The Worst Place To Store Watermelon

    You might store most of your fruits and vegetables in the fridge, but here's why you'll want to think twice before doing the same with watermelons.

    By Aspen Oblewski 11 months ago Read More
  • Couple assembling kitchen furniture

    13 Best IKEA Storage Pieces For A More Organized Kitchen, According To Reviews

    Kitchen storage and organization shouldn’t be complicated. Thankfully, this collection of top-rated organizers from IKEA exists to help simplify the process.

    By Hayley Verdeyen 11 months ago Read More
  • A table full of filled straight-sided Mason jars

    Why Straight-Sided Mason Jars Are The Safest Choice For Freezing

    There are many different styles of Mason jars to choose from for storing leftover food, and straight-sided styles are the freezer-safe option.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 11 months ago Read More
  • two glasses of bourbon in front of an open bourbon bottle

    How Long Is Opened Bourbon Good For?

    If you're a bourbon fan, chances are you have a few open bottles. Here's how long the spirit stays tasting its best for after opening, and how to best store it.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 11 months ago Read More
  • sweet onions, one sliced

    What To Know If You Plan On Stocking Up On Sweet Onions

    Stocking up on ingredients for the week (or longer) is a common plan. If you want to stock sweet onions, there are a few elements to keep in mind.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 11 months ago Read More
  • Pool noodles of various colors

    A Simple Pool Noodle Is The Kitchen Organization Tool You Probably Never Thought To Use

    Pool noodles can be a fun addition to time spent playing in the water, but surprisingly, they can also be of use when organizing your kitchen.

    By Maggie Peña 11 months ago Read More
  • Brown sugar and sugar cubes

    Soften Up Hard Brown Sugar With One Fresh Ingredient

    Brown sugar has a wonderful flavor compared to other sugars, but it also has an issue with hardening over time. Soften it back up with this fresh ingredient.

    By Julia Mullaney 11 months ago Read More
  • Two mason jar salads

    How To Layer Your Mason Jar Salad The Right Way

    A Mason jar salad is a cute, compact way of prepping your vegetables, but if you want everything to stay fresh, you need to be conscious of your layering.

    By Mathieson Nishimura 11 months ago Read More
  • Meal prepped storage containers in fridge

    How Long Is Rice Good For In The Fridge? Signs It's Time To Toss It

    Leftover rice can be a tasty problem to have. But if you aren't sure long it'll last in the fridge before you should eat or throw it out, here's what to know.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 11 months ago Read More
  • frozen avocado

    Why You Need To Make Room For Frozen Avocado Chunks In Your Freezer

    Freezing fresh avocado is a great way to always have some on hand, but this storage method can be cost-effective, too. Here's why it's worth it.

    By Mathieson Nishimura 11 months ago Read More
  • A small bowl of sour cream with a wooden spoon

    Can You Freeze Sour Cream? Yes, But There's A Major Catch

    If you find yourself with way too much sour cream, you may wonder if you can freeze it. Perhaps the better question is, "What will happen to it if you do?"

    By Kim Ranjbar 12 months ago Read More
  • A closeup of fresh dates

    How To Properly Freeze Dates For Later

    Dates are not only a sublime snack and sweetener, they can also be frozen for long-term storage. Here's the right way to freeze dates for later.

    By Kim Ranjbar 12 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of fresh yeast surrounded by bread loaves

    How To Properly Store Fresh Yeast

    If you like to use fresh yeast, it's important to know how to preserve it safely. Here's how to store it in both the fridge and the freezer.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 12 months ago Read More
  • An image depicting ice buildup inside a freezer.

    The Benefit Of Regularly Defrosting Your Freezer

    Every freezer can experience ice buildup, and not even because you're doing something seriously wrong. Here's why defrosting it is so important.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 12 months ago Read More
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