Produce

 

Keeping Onions Fresh
Onions can make you cry, but hopefully not because they're flavorless. To keep them fresh longer, wrap them individually in newspaper and store them in a cool, dark place. (NOT under the sink - moisture from pipes can accelerate spoilage.) As for the newspaper, we suggest you not wrap them in the obituaries. Just a thought.

Restoring Overripe Tomatoes
Just like us, as tomatoes age, they become soft and wrinkly. For a little Botox-like shot, leave the overripe tomatoes in cold, salty water overnight. By morning, they should look as good as a self-absorbed celebrity.

Storing Produce Together
Tired of the next door neighbor's band practice till 2 a.m.? Fruit and vegetables can be inconsiderate too. It's never a good idea to leave cucumbers and tomatoes together because the gasses from tomatoes can make the cucumbers spoil faster. Apples are lousy neighbors too, so keep them away from other produce. Who knew apples could be so anti-social?