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Jessica also explained that apples must be kept away from certain vegetables. She said: \u201cStore the apples away from ethylene-sensitive vegetables like potatoes, greens, carrots, broccoli, peppers and fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley.\u201d<\/p>\n
She added: \u201cApples are like flavour sponges, you\u2019re going to want to make sure to store them away from strong-smelling food like garlic or onion, especially if they\u2019ve already been chopped up.\u201d<\/p>\n
In order to keep the food in your fridge fresher, Jessica said garlic and onions should be placed in \u201can airtight container, store them on separate shelves and bins in your refrigerator.\u201d<\/p>\n
However, apples should never be placed in an airtight container. Jessica said: \u201cIt\u2019s perfectly fine to store apples in the refrigerator and in the bag that you got them in at the grocery store, just make sure not to seal them up. The gas will start to build up inside the bag causing it to ripen and soften too fast, you want the gas to be able to dissipate.”<\/p>\n
Don’t miss… <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n @jessicaygavin Don\u2019t make these four mistakes when storing apples! #storing #foodstorage #apples #fruit #ethylene #foodscience #culinaryscience \u266c Blue Blood – Heinz Kiessling<\/p><\/blockquote>\n If you are planning to eat or cook with your apples only a few days after storage, they can be stored outside the fridge in a cool, dry ventilated spot in your kitchen away from direct sunlight.<\/p>\n However, for long-term storage, apples should be stored in the fridge, preferably in a drawer if you are able to. Make sure they are stored in a bag or package with holes in it to allow plenty of air circulation, which should help them stay fresh and crispy for up to six weeks.<\/p>\n It is not recommended to wash apples before using them as apples have wax on them which will help preserve them.<\/p>\n Before you buy your apples, there are also some things to look out for in order to make sure you are buying the freshest produce. Apples that have their stems intact will last much longer than apples without a stem as bacteria can enter the fruit and lead to spoilage.<\/p>\n Apple should also be firm, unwrinkled, free of blemishes and have no liquid coming out of it to ensure they will remain crisp and delicious.<\/p>\n
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