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Parsnips may belong to the same group of vegetables as potatoes but the sweet stems need different treatment when it comes to extending their shelf life.<\/p>\n
When freshly harvested, they should keep for two to three weeks in the right place – though there is some debate as to where that is.<\/p>\n
While some say a cool, dark place is best – just like with spuds, others claim that the fridge provides optimal conditions.<\/p>\n
According to an expert at Kitchen Stories, the colder the better when it comes to this seasonal vegetable.<\/p>\n
They explained: \u201cYou can easily store parsnips in the vegetable compartment of your fridge.\u201d<\/p>\n
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