keep apples fresh

Apples keep fresher when stored away from this common kitchen staple

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Apples keep fresher when stored away from this common kitchen staple

You should not store apples next to this common kitchen staple, according to experts. Knowing which fresh produce items can be safely stored together-and what fruits and vegetables should never be too close. Experts say that understanding which types of produce can and can’t safely be stored near each other will maximize your foods’ longevity. … Read more

Tip from the 1700s keeps apples fresh for many months in pantry

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Tip from the 1700s keeps apples fresh for many months in pantry

To preserve your apple, it must be a “perfect” apple – no bruises, no cuts, no insect damage, and the stem must be intact. Pack the apples in some kind of dry, aerated material: sawdust, grains, heat-dried sand, or newspaper. Store in a cool, dark pantry, away from stored potatoes (because they produce a gas … Read more