When it comes to grocery shopping every week, I am one of those people that tends to overdo it just a little bit. I should really know better but once in a blue I will go and buy way too much produce and then I end up with things that go bad before I can actually eat them. So what's a girl to do? Well, after reading an article on Buzzfeed, I found out that there are 6 genius ways to make your groceries last longer. And, let me tell you, I am REALLY happy about it! If you're anything like me (and even if you're not), we can all learn a little bit from these tips. Check them out!
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Spray leftover guacamole with cooking spray
Did you make a really big batch and then have some leftover? I know this happens to me all of the time, but spraying it with olive oil can actually help it keep longer.
Wrap the crown of bananas with plastic wrap
This is ESPECIALLY important if you eat organic bananas, but this little trick is actually going to help them last 3 to 5 days longer than usual.
Freeze green onions in a plastic bottle
Want to know the best way to keep your green onions and have them last for days? Put them in a plastic bottle and then freeze them! It's great.
Add a dab of butter to the side of cheese
After you've cut enough cheese for your dinner, adding this little bit of butter is a great trick in order to keep your cheese from drying out.
Store cilantro covered in plastic with a rubber band
Delicate herbs like cilantro, one of our Latin favorites, should be stored in the refrigerator after you wrap them in a plastic bag and seal it with a rubber band.
Store onions hanging in old pantyhose
If you store your onions in pantyhose, then tie them together, they will last for up to 8 months! It's a great way to always have some on hand.
