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STORING PEARS IN THE FRIDGE
Why are some pears supposed to be picked while they are still hard? Leaving them on the tree can make the flesh gritty, while indoor ripening gives better fruitFor optimal texture and flavor, pears should be harvested while still firm and green, as they undergo a unique ripening process. Unlike app...- Soak cut fruit for 10 minutes in 1 teaspoon of ascorbic acid per gallon of cold water; Penn State says vitamin C acts as an antioxidant to keep fruit from darkeningCut fruit quickly turns brown due to an enzyme reacting with oxygen. A simple vitamin C solution effectively halts this undesirable darkeni...
- Why high and low humidity settings can change how long produce lastsA simple fridge adjustment can keep vegetables fresh for longer. Setting crisper drawer humidity correctly slows moisture loss. Leafy green...
- The Refrigerator Drawer Setting Almost Every American Has Wrong, And Why Produce Dies FasterYour refrigerator's crisper drawer holds a secret to fresher produce. A simple humidity slider, often overlooked, can double the life of fr...
- Why buying fresh produce in bulk could be wasting your moneyBuying fruits and vegetables in bulk can save money, but only if you store and use them well. Old or soft produce can be reused to make ban...
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