Organize Your Fridge Checklist
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Keep it Fresh...or Frozen
Clean and wipe down shelves and drawers regularly
Don't wash fruits or vegetables until they're ready to eat
Unwashed produce lasts longer.
Check expiration dates before eating or drinking.
If all else fails, smell it first!
Place paper towels in bags of lettuce and other greens
It will absorb the extra moisture and foods will stay fresher longer.
Wrap parsley, cilantro, and leafy greens in newspaper or papertowel
They won't wilt as fast.
Extend the life of your apples by keeping them in the fridge
They'll stay good for weeks.
Tomatoes don't care for cold
..save room and keep them in a cool place outside the fridge.
Too hot and no air-conditioning? Put tomatoes in the fridge, but keep them away from other veggies.
Tomatoes emit a gas that hastens the spoiling process
If you're worried about bread going bad, put in the freezer
When ready for eating, warm it up in the microwave for 30 seconds and then toast.
Too much dairy, not enough room? Don't throw it out
..freeze dairy products like cheese and yogurt. Defrost when ready to eat. Partially defrosted yogurt tastes like ice cream!
Freeze berries and ;bananas
They can be used in ;recipes, blended in shakes or as cereal or yogurt toppers.
Keep nuts like almonds, walnuts, cashews and pistachios in the freezer
They'll stay fresh and crunchy for ages.
Freeze your flour
It'll keep longer.
Get Organized
Keep foods organized by shelf or drawer
Keep dairy together or with meats. Place fruits and veggies in the appropriate drawers.
All condiments and bottled goods should be stored in the door.
Conserve space
If you have just a little bit of something in a large container or bottle, move it to a smaller container. Just make sure it's labebed so you know what you're eating!
Place unopened products that don't require immediate ;refrigeration ;(like salad dressings and sauces) in the cupboard first.
Put frequently used products towards the front of the fridge.
No space for more containers? Store foods in plastic sealed sandwich bags to save room.
Ensure all perishables have legible expiration dates.
If it's hard to see or you're moving to another container, make a label first!
Throw out the carton
Place eggs in an egg organizer, just make sure the shells are labeled so you know when to toss.
Get stackable, clear containers in different sizes
These are great for everything from sauces to leftovers, are durable and great space-savers. Just make sure they're ;transparent so you can see what's in 'em.
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Presented by:
Lauren Meir
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