FROM your turkey to your pudding, Christmas dinner involves a lot of preparation. A simple step can help ensure your carrots stay as fresh as ever while you juggle all your dishes. If you're someone who buys their Christmas dinner ingredients in advance to avoid the crowds on the 24th, this hack is for you.
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Often carrots can go mouldy while they're being stored in your crisper drawer. To prevent this from happening, all you need is a one kitchen essential. Using a sheet of £1 Magnum Super Kitchen Towel, you can help prolong the life of the veg. All you need to do is wrap your carrots in dry paper towel and place them inside an airtight container.
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The experts at Real Life reported on this hack, revealing an extra step you should take if your carrots still have the greens attached. "If you leave the greens on the carrots, they will draw moisture and cause the roots to rot more quickly," they explained.
They also recommended avoiding washing the carrots until right before you plan to cook them. "When stored properly, whole carrots can last for about three to four weeks in the fridge," they said. You should store carrots in the coldest part of your fridge.
Try to keep them away from foods such as avocados, apples, and tomatoes. These items generate a gas which can cause your carrots to decay prematurely and taste bitter. If you're someone who preps their Christmas veg in advance, there is also a recommend way to store your peeled carrots.
