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	How to Keep Vegetables Fresh

Fresh vegetables are not only nutritious but also tasty. Here are some ways of retaining the freshness of vegetables.

First it is essential to observe that there are 3 temperature zones in the refrigerator;

The 'humid zone' is the lowermost area containing the crisper drawers, containing a damp atmosphere to help the produce retain their freshness, but can speed up spoilage if the wetness is very high. Certain refrigerators are fitted with vents to control the humidity.

The 'moderate zone' lies in the central and lowermost shelves, near the front.

The 'cold zone' lies in the upper and central shelves, near the back. Here the temperature can go below 34F.

Examine vegetables frequently for symptoms of mold or rot and throw away any bad ones. Place eggplant, onions and squash on a counter or shelf in a closed box, as they cannot withstand cold. Keep an apple in the bag filled with potatoes and keep the bag in a cool, dry place to prevent them from rotting. Place green leafy vegetables in plastic bags and keep a wet paper towel in the bag to maintain freshness and soak up extra moisture. Keep vegetables that need the same storage instructions together. E.g. green onions, lettuce and spinach need lesser humidity and so can be kept together in the refrigerator, while asparagus, cauliflower, and celery have to be kept together in a crisper shelf.

Refrigerated Fresh Vegetables

Cauliflower, broccoli and Brussels sprouts store nicely in plastic storage bags inside the refrigerator. They will remain fresh for at least 5 days. Cabbage not washed, not chopped and covered in plastic can survive for at least 10 days. Turnips, carrots and beets flourish in punctured plastic bags. Separate the leafy tops as they absorb dampness from the root. The holes let air flow without letting moisture to escape. They will last at least 2 weeks.

Wash vegetables before using them, to reduce the bacterial growth. Vegetables such as cucumber, beans and artichokes flourish in plastic in the fridge. Store peppers in a paper bag at the lower crisper drawer.

Non-refrigerated Vegetables

Never store corn on the cob, husk and eat it the day it is pulled out. If you cannot do it, lighten it for 2 minutes and chill it with cold water and store in a plastic bag in the fridge. It will remain fresh for 2-3 days. Store tomatoes at room temperature, away from direct sunlight, they will last for 3-4 days. Tie diced tomato in plastic and store in the fridge.

A hanging basket is ideal for onions, while a dark area is excellent for garlic.

There is only one method of actually keeping the vegetables fresh, known as called eggstrafresh™. It increases freshness for your vegetables by as much as 3 - 5 times more, thus saving you a lot of money each year. Just keep one eggstrafresh™ in your refrigerator and another one in your pantry. Research has shown that it can significantly lower oxidation and maintain dampness. Oxidation and loss of moisture are the 2 main factors responsible for developing mold, bacteria, foul smells and food spoilage.

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