Zero-Waste: Food Preservation Basics Everyone Should Know

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What not to store in the fridge

Some foods are better suited to refrigeration than others. Here are the foods you shouldn’t store in the fridge, either because they don’t need to be refrigerated or because doing so will negatively alter their flavor and texture.

• tomatoes
• bananas
• avocadoes
• breads (if using within a few days)
• fresh basil
• tropical fruits
• winter squash (butternut, pumpkin)
• garlic
• nuts
• honey
• olive oil
• dried fruits
• chocolate
• peanut butter
• dried spices