...And the absolute worst place to store onions—unless you want them to spoil faster. Getty Images / itakdalee We like to think of a few items as the elements of our cooking “capsule wardrobe” in the ...

We like to think of a few items as the elements of our cooking “capsule wardrobe” in the Test Kitchen. In other words, we mix and match these components to add flavor and aroma or to help balance a ...

The best way to store whole onions is in a cool, dark, dry place, where they can last up to two months. Peeled, chopped, and cooked onions can last up to a week when stored in the fridge. Never store ...

Store whole onions in a cool, dry, ventilated spot to keep them crisp and fresh. Avoid the fridge for whole onions—humidity there makes them soft and spoil faster. Once cut, wrap or seal the onion and ...

The same goes for shallots.

The simple act of keeping onions and potatoes on opposite sides of your kitchen isn't just good organization - it's rooted in plant biology that most home cooks never learn about. While onions don't ...

It is important to stock up on onions for Christmas dinner if you wish to make a mouthwatering gravy or flavourful stuffing, but storing onions in the wrong place can cause them to quickly spoil ...

Refrigerating onions leads to undesirable outcomes like a mealy texture and spoilage due to the cold and humid environment. Onions convert starch to sugar in the fridge, becoming soggy. Proper storage ...

Food storage hacks aren’t just for bananas and bread—common vegetables like onions can also benefit from proper storage techniques. While many people instinctively pop onions in the fridge, this can ...