{"id":8207,"date":"2018-11-12T13:43:43","date_gmt":"2018-11-12T20:43:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marialiberati.com\/?p=8207"},"modified":"2018-11-12T13:43:43","modified_gmt":"2018-11-12T20:43:43","slug":"food-waste-no-more-with-these-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/marialiberati.com\/freshsite\/2018\/11\/12\/food-waste-no-more-with-these-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Storage Tips To Keep Your Food Fresh Longer."},"content":{"rendered":"

copyright 2018 Art of Living, PrimaMedia,Inc
\nGuest Blogger: Lauren Keller
\n There\u2019s no feeling that compares to the letdown of scouring the fridge or pantry for a well-deserved treat or a crucial ingredient you skipped over on your last grocery run only to find that it\u2019s beyond use. Whether you\u2019re over the heartbreak, on a budget, reducing your food waste, or wanting to get the most out of what you buy, keeping food good and fresh for as long as possible is an important goal to meet. Here are some simple ways to store your food products that\u2019ll keep them on the shelves and out of the trash bin!<\/span>
\nMeat<\/b><\/span><\/span>
\nThe biggest threats to stored raw meats are oxygen and moisture. Rewrap these products tightly after opening to ensure these are kept out. Swap your plastic wrap for butcher\u2019s paper as a more eco-friendly alternative! Place your wrapped meat in an airtight container and refrigerate.<\/span><\/span>
\nTo extend the shelf life of meat to several months, freeze it! Keep meat in an airtight container, put it in your freezer, and it\u2019s good to use well past the date on the packaging. Or, go the extra mile and try canning! Canned meat has a shelf life of several years, so you\u2019ll have your ingredients on-hand for many meals to come.<\/span><\/span>
\nDairy and Eggs<\/b><\/span><\/span>
\nThe key to storing dairy is cold. You\u2019ll want to make sure that your dairy products stay in the coolest parts of your refrigerator. Avoid keeping these items in the door, as they\u2019ll be exposed to varying temperatures every time it\u2019s opened. Stock them on low, interior shelves and enjoy them fresh up to their expiration! Some items, like yogurt and butter, are safe for higher shelves, so don\u2019t worry about making space for them next to the milk.<\/span><\/span>
\nCheeses will need a little extra attention. For hard cheese, wrap the product tightly after it\u2019s been opened and store in the refrigerator. Soft cheeses should be wrapped in wax or parchment paper, then wrapped again in plastic wrap or, as an alternative, placing in a reusable, airtight container works just as well!<\/span><\/span>
\nEggs are easy! Just keep them in their original container in the refrigerator and use them for up to three to five weeks.<\/span><\/span>
\nProduce<\/b><\/span><\/span>
\n<\/a>The optimal storage environment of produce varies by item. As a general rule, avoid washing your produce, especially fruit, before storing it. Moisture will speed up the decay of these products, so wait to wash it before you eat!<\/span><\/span>
\nThere are some produce items that emit a gas called ethylene that causes other fruits and vegetables to decay at a faster rate. You\u2019ll want to separate any ethylene emitters from other produce when possible. Some of the high ethylene emitters are apples, pears, avocados, apricots, peaches, kiwis, and plums.<\/span><\/span>
\nThe best way to preserve your produce is canning! Canned fruits and vegetables can be used for eighteen months to several years.<\/span><\/span>
\nDry Goods<\/b><\/span><\/span>
\nDry goods are best kept in cool areas out of direct sunlight. These are the perfect items to stock in your pantry! Make sure the humidity levels of your storage space are low as any moisture in the air will make its way into your dry goods, lowering their quality and decreasing their shelf life. <\/span><\/span>
\nPlacing dry goods into airtight containers keeps out excess oxygen. You can go a step further by adding oxygen absorbers to your containers. These are small packets of iron powder that absorb oxygen <\/span><\/span>and<\/i><\/span><\/span> moisture to extend to shelf life of your products and help them retain their quality.<\/span><\/span>
\nPractice these storage methods and keep your food products around for longer!<\/span><\/span>
\nFor recipes to use that food, get your copy of The Basic Art of Italian Cooking: Holidays and Special Occasions-2nd Edition
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