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MUSHROOMS ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Store packaged mushrooms in the fridge, unwashed, for up to a week . Mushroom packaging is designed to “breathe” and release the ethylene gas emitted from the mushrooms. Store loose mushrooms in a partially open Ziploc bag. Rinse mushrooms before using, or brush them with a dry cloth. ONIONS & SHALLOTS ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Moisture and light lead to mold and sprouting of most onions, and shallots, so store them away from sunlight in a dry, well-ventilated spot. Properly stored whole, unpeeled onions will last this way up to three months . There is an exception, though. Vidalias contain more moisture than red, yellow and white onions, and will start to rot after a few days if left out of the refrigerator. Once any onion has been cut, you should store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container and use it within ten days . POTATOES ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Don’t store sweet potatoes in the fridge or their centers will harden; instead, keep them in a cool, dry, dark place. They’ll last that way for up to two weeks . Potatoes should also be stored in this way. Keep the onions away, though. They emit ethylene gas that will age and rot potatoes. TOMATOES ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Store tomatoes stem side down at room temperature until fully ripe, then store them in the refrigerator up to five days until ready to use. Bring tomatoes back to room temperature before eating so they can recover their flavor. WINTER SQUASH ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Whole winter squash — acorn, butternut and spaghetti squash — will keep for a month or more if stored in a cool, dark, ventilated area. Cut, wrapped squash should be wrapped in plastic and refrigerated. It will last that way for up to a week .

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