Did you know that you are probably storing your garlic and onions all wrong? If you want them to last and stay fresh for longer, there is a super easy trick you can use.
You are going to end up saving so much money on spoiled produce you are going to wonder how you never knew this before!
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Materials Needed:
- Onions and garlic that are firm
- Paper lunch bags
- A hole punch
- Paper clips
Directions:
Fold the paper bag in half length wise.
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Use a hole punch to add holes all along the bag about 1 inch apart from each other.
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Label the bag so you know what it is.
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Fill the bags half way full and then fold down the top and secure with a paperclip.
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The air will circulate better around the onions and garlic and help it last longer. Keep in a cool dry place and they can last for a couple months!
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Tip: Don't store with potatoes, as they give off gasses that accelerate the spoiling of the onions.