Food Storage
Tackling food waste begins right at home with these helpful food storage tips. Discover the best ways to store foods like fruits, vegetables, and breads in addition to learning quick and easy tips on maximizing freezer, refrigerator, pantry, and cabinet space in your kitchen.
How Long Does an Open Bottle of Wine Last?
6 Thanksgiving Leftovers You Should Eat Right Away—and 4 You Can Freeze for Later
The Best Way to Store Flour, Sugar, and Other Baking Staples to Keep Them Fresh
The Right Way to Store Avocados, Whether They're Ripe, Unripe, or Already Sliced
19 Walk-In Pantry Ideas for a More Functional, Organized Space
How to Freeze (and Thaw) Pumpkin Pie So It Tastes Freshly Made
15 Unexpected Ways to Use an Ice Cube Tray
How to Buy, Store, and Cook Okra, an Often Overlooked (but Delicious) Vegetable
How to Store Green Onions (aka Scallions)—Plus Tips for Regrowing Them at Home
Why Honey Crystallizes—and How to Stop It From Happening
How to Know if a Pear Is Ripe—and How to Ripen It if It Isn't
7 Smart Ways to Preserve Tomatoes
8 Fruits and Vegetables You Didn't Know You Could Freeze
How to Store Fish the Right Way (So Your Fridge Doesn't Smell)
How to Store Basil—and Prevent It From Wilting
5 Ways to Organize Your Freezer and Use It More Efficiently
The Right Way to Freeze Bananas
How to Store Bacon Grease (and Use It in Future Recipes)
How to Store Fresh Herbs So They Last Longer
How to Store and Freeze Rhubarb the Right Way
How Long Deli Meat Lasts (and How to Know When It's Gone Bad)
How Long Common Leftovers Last in the Fridge, From Chicken to Pizza
How Long Does Every Type of Tea Last?
How Long Every Type of Condiment Lasts After You Open It
Should You Reuse Takeout Containers From Restaurants?
8 Foods You Aren't Refrigerating—but Definitely Should
How to Prep and Cook Cushaw Squash
How to Can Tomatoes the Right Way
How to Tell If Food Has Gone Bad—and What Expiration Dates Actually Mean, According to Food Scientists
How Long Does Canned Food Last?
6 Common Food Storage Mistakes to Avoid, According to Food Scientists
4 Basic Food Safety Rules Every Home Cook Should Know, According to Experts
The Best Way to Keep an Avocado From Turning Brown
Should You Refrigerate Bananas?
This Is How Long Tomato Sauce Lasts in the Refrigerator
How to Safely Store and Reheat Homemade Soup
61 Fruits and Vegetables You Should Always Refrigerate—and 31 You Shouldn't
How to Wash and Store Berries So They Stay Fresh Longer
The Right Way to Wash Every Type of Vegetable, According to Food Safety Experts
11 Food Storage Containers That Will Help You Achieve an Organized, Streamlined Refrigerator
How to Keep Bagged Salad Fresh for as Long as Possible, According to Food Scientists
Should You Refrigerate Oranges, Lemons, Limes, Grapefruit, and Other Citrus?
Here's How Long Cooked Foods Can Stay Unrefrigerated, According to Food Safety Experts
How to Store Spices So They Stay Fresh and Flavorful
How to Store Potatoes the Right Way—and Prevent Them From Sprouting
Efficiently Organize Your Chest Freezer With These 5 Tips
How to Organize Your Pantry and Keep It Tidy, According to Experts
The Right Way to Store Honey to Keep It at Peak Freshness
How to Organize Your Food Storage Containers the Right Way
Small Kitchen Storage Ideas for a More Efficient Space
These 11 Pantry Storage Containers Are So Beautiful, You Won't Want to Tuck Them Away
10 Small Pantry Storage Solutions That Will Streamline Your Shelves Once and for All
How to Store Thanksgiving Leftovers to Keep Them Fresh
How to Store Mushrooms So They Stay Fresh and Slime-Free
The 15 Products You Need to Organize Your Spice Collection, Wherever You Keep It
Your Section-by-Section Guide to Storing Foods in the Fridge, From the Upper Shelves to the Crisper Drawers
9 Ingredients You Didn't Know You Could Store in Your Freezer—Including Eggs and Leftover Wine
How to Store Hard-Boiled Eggs the Right Way—Plus, 2 Mistakes to Avoid
Should You Refrigerate Lemons?
Should Peanut Butter Be Refrigerated?
How to Store Christmas Cookies So They Stay Fresher for Longer—Plus, 2 Genius Ways to Refresh Too-Dry Treats
Our Complete Pantry Shopping List Covers the Essentials Every Home Cook Should Always Have on Hand
Here's How Long Your Leftover Turkey Will Last in the Refrigerator and Freezer