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Different Ways To Make Certain Food Last Longer

POSTED ON July 17, 2024 •   Lifestyle      BY Ebiakuboere England
Long Term Food Storage /Photo Credit Wine Guardian

Discovering practical methods to extend the shelf life of food has become crucial as grocery prices rise and there is an increased focus on decreasing food waste. 

It may surprise you to learn that there are some unusual ways to prolong the freshness of your goods.

We'll look at five odds yet useful ideas here to help you preserve food freshness for as long as possible. They are quite powerful, even if you may not have considered them.

1. Use Alcohol To Keep Lettuce Fresh

Different Ways To Make Certain Food Last Longer
Lettuce Photo Credit Food Kit

One surprising way to keep lettuce fresh is by using alcohol. To do this, slice a bit off the bottom of the lettuce and soak a paper towel in alcohol.

Cover the stem with a paper towel and place the lettuce back in a plastic bag. Adding a few drops of alcohol every few days can keep the lettuce fresh for over a month.

 

2. Store Ginger In Water

Different Ways To Make Certain Food Last Longer
Ginger Photo Credit Meal Village

Ginger dries out or molds quickly, but storing it in water can extend its life. Simply place ginger in a container filled with water and store it in the refrigerator. Change the water weekly, and your ginger can stay fresh for up to a month.

 

3. Treat Herbs Like Cut Flowers

Different Ways To Make Certain Food Last Longer
Herbs Photo Credit Food Revolution Network

Fresh herbs tend to wilt quickly. To keep them fresh longer, treat them like cut flowers. Place the herbs in a glass of water, just like you would with flowers, and store them in the refrigerator. This method can keep your herbs fresh for weeks.

 

4. Freeze Eggs

Different Ways To Make Certain Food Last Longer
Frozen Eggs Photo Credit Food Kit

If you have more eggs than you can use before they go bad, consider freezing them. Crack the eggs into a sealable container and store them in the freezer. You can also separate the yolks and whites if needed. This way, you’ll always have eggs on hand without worrying about their expiration date.

 

5. Freshen Stale Bread in The Oven

Different Ways To Make Certain Food Last Longer
Bread /Photo Credit Baker

Stale bread doesn’t have to go to waste. You can revive it by sprinkling water on the bread and then placing it in the oven for a few minutes. This will help restore its texture and make it enjoyable to eat again.

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