Kitchen Tip: Storing Food Resource

Today's tip is a short one and one that many of you probably already know about, but for those that haven't heard of Still Tasty, I thought it was an invaluable resource. http://www.stilltasty.com/

When you visit the site it lets you type in a food. For instance if you typed in bananas, here is the list that you would get:

Baked Goods
    * BANANA BREAD — FRESHLY BAKED
    * BANANA CREAM PIE — HOMEMADE OR BAKERY-PURCHASED
    * MUFFINS (INCLUDING BRAN, BLUEBERRY, BANANA, CORN, CHOCOLATE CHIP) — FRESHLY BAKED
Beverages
    * BANANA LIQUEUR, COMMERCIALLY BOTTLED — UNOPENED OR OPENED
Fruits
    * BANANAS — FRESH, RAW, CUT UP
    * BANANAS — FRESH, RAW, WHOLE
    * BANANAS, DRIED — UNOPENED OR OPENED PACKAGE
Herbs & Spices
    * BANANA EXTRACT, IMITATION, COMMERCIALLY BOTTLED — UNOPENED OR OPENED
Vegetables
    * BANANA PEPPERS — FRESH, RAW, SLICED OR CHOPPED
    * BANANA PEPPERS — FRESH, RAW, WHOLE

By clicking on Bananas - fresh, raw cut up it will show you how long they should last in the Fridge (3-4 days) or in the Freezer (2-3 months).  It will also give you tips on better storage, etc. For example it says that you should store cut bananas wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container. Give it a try - especially if you are worried about an ingredient.