Keep bananas fresh for ’16 days’ by storing them in unexpected kitchen spot once ripe

Keep bananas fresh for ’16 days’ by storing them in unexpected kitchen spot once ripe

Many bananas sold in supermarkets are green, turning yellow very quickly once they are home. This makes bananas one of the most wasted foods, with up to one million of them wasted daily. This is because many people tend not to eat them once they turn brown, despite being perfectly fine inside. Luckily, there are … Read more

How to preserve boiled eggs: Try easy 1-ingredient method

How to preserve boiled eggs: Try easy 1-ingredient method

Boiled eggs are a filling and nutritious snack to have on hand, but their strong smell can make your fridge smell funny. There are simple ways to preserve eggs and keep them fresh, which an expert has shared with Express.co.uk in an exclusive interview. Vlatka lake, storage expert at Space Station, said: “If you leave hard-boiled eggs … Read more

How to ripen avocados quickly with simple method

How to ripen avocados quickly with simple method

Finding a perfectly ripe avocado at the supermarket is a rare occurrence, as avocados don’t ripen while on the tree and must be picked to begin the ripening process. If you have an underripe avocado, it can take anywhere from overnight to four or five days to ripen once you bring it home. The ripening … Read more

How to ripen mangoes quickly: Easy trick that only uses everyday kitchen ingredient

How to ripen mangoes quickly: Easy trick that only uses everyday kitchen ingredient

Mango season is well underway, but it’s not uncommon to find the odd unripe mango at the store. While it may require waiting a little longer, an unripe mango can still be ripened at home and enjoyed in a relatively short time. To speed things up even more, you can also use a simple at-home … Read more

Best location to store ginger root and keep it fresh for up to three weeks

Best location to store ginger root and keep it fresh for up to three weeks

A food storage expert has shared with Express.co.uk her effective method for keeping ginger roots fresh for “up to three weeks”. Expert Vlatka Lake from Space Station, said her straightforward advice applies whether you plan to use your ginger soon or need to store it for longer periods. Lake said: “Depending how soon you are … Read more

Best location to store onions and keep them edible for 6 months

Best location to store onions and keep them edible for 6 months

Stowing away onions in the fridge might seem like a savvy move to fight off mould during those sweltering summer days, yet this common mistake can leave you with squishy bulbs unfit for your culinary creations. Storing onions in the fridge prompts onions to turn their starches into sugars, hastening a mushy demise. For peak … Read more

Keep bananas yellow and ripe for 14 days with expert’s simple storage tip

Keep bananas yellow and ripe for 14 days with expert’s simple storage tip

Bananas are a staple fruit in many people’s weekly food shops, but they have a very short shelf-life. If the weather isn’t too warm they may stay ripe for up to four days, but if it’s warm, then this could be dramatically reduced. Whilst having brown bananas means you can make banana bread, it can … Read more

Tesco shares important message to anyone who buys potatoes

Tesco shares important message to anyone who buys potatoes

Making money go further is something that we are all aware of at the moment. In particular, when it comes to food storage hacks. However, supermarket Tesco has shared a tip for keeping the food staple potatoes fresher for longer. Even better, it is free to do. The supermarket giant said: “By following a few … Read more

Storing spring onions using simple freezing method will keep them fresh for longer

Storing spring onions using simple freezing method will keep them fresh for longer

Spring onions, also known as green onions or scallions, are renowned for their unique sharp and peppery taste and are closely related to garlic, shallots, leeks and chives This delicious vegetable can serve as a garnish for baked potatoes, an addition to scrambled eggs, or an integral part of a casserole base. With their versatility, sliced spring … Read more