Help! Molding produce??
Okay there has to be a secret or something i don't know about. There are literally times I buy produce and it will be moldy the next day!! And when i say this i'm talking mainly about zucchini, corn, and bell peppers. They're always the first to mold for me. and it drives me crazy. I take them out of the bag, its not like they're soaking in condensation of even wet at all. Is there a secret or product to help keep produce better longer? and prevent molding so quickly?
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Are you keeping them in the fridge, pantry, counter...? There are probably slightly different solutions depending on where you're stashing them.
If in the fridge, try giving your crisper a good scrub down (yup, with vinegar and water). It's possible that there are just some pesky organisms "chilling" in there that find those items particularly hospitable.
I've heard of (but haven't personally tried) tossing in a desiccant/silica packet or two . Personally, I think a few paper towels generally do the trick - just make sure to change them out with some frequency. Whether you have a bowl/basket or are keeping them in the fridge, this should help.
Best of luck.
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A couple of suggestions:
- try buying from another store, maybe the goods are fresher somewhere else.
- I know it's not an option for everyone, but I've found that farmers markets are the way to go for as much as possible. It's amazing how long the really fresh stuff can last. I just finished the last of a LOT of asparagus purchased nearly 2 weeks ago and there was not even a hint of deterioration.
- Check the temperature of your refrigerator's produce bins. It's possible they aren't cold enough if so many different items are affected this way.