Correctly storing your garland keeps it lasting longer and looking better. Here’s everything you oughta know about how to store Christmas garland. Always take a few minutes to dust your garland before storing it. Credit:Getty Images / Nikkimeel Use Wrapping Paper Tubes Don’t toss those used-up wrapping paper tubes. Instead, carefully wrap garland around the tubes to keep them tightly coiled while in storage. Cover It In Fabric Lay your garment on top of an oversized towel or flat sheet....

Save yourself the headache next year, and follow these Christmas light storage tips. So how do you store Christmas lights properly? We’ll confirm that you have a light storage game plan heading into the holiday season this year. Credit: Hero Images / Getty Read through to discover a handful of tangle-free options when it comes to storingChristmas lightsproperly and safely. and will make wrapping and unwrapping a true cinch. Here’s how to use your hands:...

Keep it fresh and sweet. While corn is best eaten the same day it’s brought home, that isn’t always possible. Here is how to keep it fresh until you are ready to eat it. Credit: SBSArtDept/Getty Images The cool temperature will help preserve the sweetness for longer. For best flavor, use corn within two days. Once harvested, corn begins to dry out and its natural sugars start turning into starch....

Fresh cupcakes are a delight. But just because theylookgood, doesn’t mean theytastegood. If you’ve ever wondered how to store cupcakes to keep them fresh, look no further. Credit:Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis Here’s what you oughta know. Frosted cupcakes will stay fresh in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days at room temperature. The key is to keep the box shut with the side flaps taped down....

Once a cantaloupe is cut, the clock starts ticking. Learn how to store the sweet fruit so it’s fresh as long as possible. Getty Images Cantaloupe is a mainstay of afresh fruit salad. Credit:Getty Images Depending on the room temperature, this ripening could take around three days. This would also be a good time to puree and freeze the fruit for future use. Any cut cantaloupe should be immediately move to an air-tight container and stored in the fridge....

No one wants to start the day with a hard, stale doughnut… Otherwise, they’ll get hard and dry and won’t taste the same. We’ve got all the tips and tricks it’s crucial that you keep your doughnuts fresh. Credit: Photography and Styling: Caitlin Bensel One of the most common doughnut types is yeast. Leavened with yeast, these are the fluffy, lightweight doughnuts we all know and love. They come in all shapes, sizes, and flavors....

Say goodbye to wilted and slimy leaves. When it comes to making sure mint stays fresh, proper storage is crucial. Because mint is delicate, where you store mint is only part of properly preserving its shelf life. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners; Prop Stylist: Audrey Davis Mints tender leaves bruise easily, Stewart says. Be gentle as the damaged leaves will wilt or rot more quickly. Mint can last1 to 2 weeksin the refrigerator, if stored properly and checked for freshness often....

Is it better to store parsley on the counter or in the refrigerator? When it comes to making recipes pop, nothing beats the addition of fresh herbs and spices. With proper prep and storage, the shelf life of parsley can be extended by up to two weeks. Credit: Riou / Getty Images Chelsea Edwardsis a registered dietitian and the owner ofHuntsville Nutrition Collectivein Huntsville, Alabama. What Is Parsley? It is a common ingredient indinner casseroles, sauces, pasta, and salads....

Before you put away your produce, including those fresh spinach leaves, read this! Getty Images Freshspinachis so versatile that its no wonder its a staple in many refrigerators. Saute it with garlic and olive oil. Credit:Getty Images Make aspinach salad with warm bacon dressing. Use it in a quiche or an omelet, or makeButtermilk Alfredo Chicken spinach Pasta. Southern Livingchecked in with Chef Paul Pszybylski, the vice president of culinary innovation at California Pizza Kitchen....

Everything to know about storing ginger to keep it fresher, longer. While often called ginger root, the kitchen staple is actually a plant. Ginger is a flowering plant that is often used as a spice, says Registered Dietitian Chelsea Edwards. Credit:Getty Images Chelsea Edwardsis a Registered Dietitian and the owner ofHuntsville Nutrition Collectivein Huntsville, Alabama. Ginger can be stored in both the pantry and the refrigerator but is one location better than the other?...

Here’s how to store grapes for optimal freshness. Do Grapes Need To Be Refrigerated? According to the California Table Grape Commission, grapes should be refrigerated immediately. Credit:Getty Images Avoid too many loose grapes.Be careful whenselecting grapes, and look for bunches that are relatively intact. Firm are best:The grapes should be firm with no signs of shriveling, and check their color. Green grapes should lean yellow-green for the best flavor. Credit:Getty Images...

Preserve the flavor and freshness of your homegrown herbs for future home-cooked meals. Before you harvest herbs to dry, consider the best time of day to pick them. You’ll also want to harvest the leaves before the plant flowers or goes to seed, says Sten. Credit:Getty Images Wash them in cool water and pat them dry before you prepare to dry them. The key is making sure there is sufficient airflow so they dry evenly....

Say goodbye to stale bread with these essential storage tips. Proper storagehelps prevent your loaf from becoming stale, soggy, or developing mold. Cool the loaf completely before storing to prevent trapped moisture, which can lead to sogginess or mold. Credit:Getty Images For soft loaves like sandwich bread, a plastic bread bag will help keep the bread soft. Store your bread at room temperature in a cool, dry place for up to four days....