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Economy tips for fresher food stuff |
Food |
  Wrap smoked meat like ham or bacon in a vinegar-soaked cloth, then store in waxed paper to keep fresh.
Olive oil will stay fresh longer if you add a cube of sugar to the bottle.
Popcorn should always be stored in the freezer. This helps prevent unpopped kernels.
Cocoa stays fresher when kept in a glass jar in a cool, dry place.
Freeze honey in small freezer containers to prevent sugaring. It thaws quickly.
Marshmallows won't dry out when frozen.
For plumper raisins, soak in orange juice and store in the refrigerator.
Add a rib of celery to your bread bag - it will keep the bread fresher, longer.
Dried bread can be refreshed by wrapping in a damp towel and placing in the refrigerator for 24 hours. When ready to serve, remove towel and heat in the oven for a few minutes.
Cookies will stay fresher if you place crushed tissue paper in the bottom of your cookie jar.
Crackers will stay crisp when wrapped tightly and stored in the refrigerator.
Place 1/2 apple in the cake box to keep cakes fresh.
The best way to thaw fish is in milk. The milk draws out the frozen taste and gives the fish a fresh flavour.
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