A HOME expert shares handy tips to help you keep your groceries fresh for longer.
She explained the reasoning behind each of her nutritional tips, including the best spot in the fridge for your milk.
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In her viral videoTikTok user Caroline (@netjes.caroline) told her followers all about her shopping tips.
Her first tip was to take the carton of milk out of the refrigerator door.
While most people store their staple foods there for convenience, Caroline explained that there are cooler areas in the fridge where your milk will stay fresher for longer.
She suggested keeping it on the top or middle shelf, as that’s where it’s coldest.
Caroline also advised her audience to store nuts in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
She explained that this simple action can keep food fresh for up to six months.
She then suggested wrapping the cheese in baking paper before storing it.
According to the expert, this technique allows the cheese to breathe and at the same time absorb moisture, preventing mold formation.
Caroline also recommends choosing salted butter if you prefer to eat your butter at room temperature.
She explained that this is because the supermarket product has a longer shelf life than the unsalted variety.
As a final tip, Caroline gave us some tips on how to best store ginger roots.
“Place the ginger in a plastic bag and press out the air in a crisper drawer,” she advised.
“This retains oxygen and moisture, keeping the products fresh for longer.”
Her followers shared their thoughts on the advice in the comments.
“Thanks! I learned a lot of new things! I also keep ginger in the freezer so it’s easy to grate,” wrote one viewer.
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According to EUFICAccording to the European Food Safety Authority, these are some of the most important foods you should always keep in the fridge.
- Apples
- Berries
- Butter
- Cheese
- Eggs (boiled or uncooked)
- Fish (cooked or raw)
- Fresh herbs
- Lemons
- Meat (cooked or raw)
- Milk
- Oranges
- Pickles (if opened)
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomatoes
- Yogurt
“I’m going to try the cheese in baking paper. Good tip,” said another.
“The fruit trick is useful, thanks!” commented a third person who was impressed.
“Oh my God, [the] Raspberry Hack is a game changer,” wrote another TikTok user.
“My fruit lasts much longer in the glass, I absolutely loved it,” said one viewer.
“Great tips! I’m going to do a lot of these. Thank you!” commented another follower.
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