QUESTION: Which vegetables should not be refrigerated? My refrigerator is always totally full, so I could save a lot of room if I knew which ones it's ok to store on the counter or in the pantry. -Janice L. ANSWER: There are a variety of vegetables which don’t require … [Read more...]
Quick Tips for Preserving the Garden Harvest
Food preservation is a time-honored tradition that allows the abundance of the fall harvest to be saved for the winter months. The most time-consuming and labor-intense aspect of the harvest is usually its preservation once it's out of the garden. It doesn't have to be this way, … [Read more...]
Storing Surplus Vegetables
It's been a successful growing season and your hard work has paid off with a bounty of fresh produce. Now what? If you've got more produce than your family can consume, it's time to consider long-term storage. The preferred storage methods vary, depending on the vegetable, but … [Read more...]