Food Storage

Chip Clips - Use binder clips from the office supply store to keep bags closed. They are much cheaper than the clips made especially for keeping potato chip bags closed – and don’t break as easily.  They come in all sizes.  You can even use them to close bags of vegetables in the freezer, and more.

Dairy Products in Tubs - To slow spoilage of container dairy items (sour cream, cottage cheese, cream cheese), store upside-down in the fridge — that is to say, lid side down. It will keep those items fresher longer.

Food Wrap – Do you know how frustrating it is to try to get a sheet of foil or plastic wrap, when the roll keeps coming out of the box?  Well, I just learned a new trick, and I’ll let you in on the secret . . . . At the ends of the box that holds the aluminum foil or plastic wrap, there is a little flap that you can push in.  When you push in this tab, the roll will be locked into place, and therefore will not come out of the box when you tug on the wrap.  Go check it out . . . it’s there!

Freezing Food - When making a food to store in the freezer, line your pan or casserole dish with foil.  After the food is frozen, you can just lift it out of the pan or dish and stack it back in the freezer.  This way, you can use your pan for other things.  When it comes time to use the food, just remove the foil (or leave it on – up to you) and put it back in same dish to cook or serve.  It should fit perfectly.

Plastic Wrap - Store your plastic wrap in the freezer to avoid sticking when tearing off the roll – it comes off beautifully.

Potatoes – Place an apple in the bag with your potatoes to keep them from sprouting.

Potatoes & Onions – Don’t store potatoes with onions. The onions give off a gas that can speed deterioration of the potatoes.

Wine - Have some leftover wine? Try freezing it in ice-cube trays, and then you can pop those cubes into a bag. They are great for adding to recipes.