They come in manyvarietiesand can be enjoyed in everything fromjams and jelliesto our favoritefruit salad.
Only wash grapes right before you are planning to eat them.
Why Should You Wash Grapes?
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“Cleaning grapes removes pesticides or any contaminants that could occur while being grown or transported.
All fruit should be washed before eating,” says Demarest.
Can You Freeze Grapes Without Washing Them First?
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And before you freeze them, go ahead and was them.
“Place the cleaned grapes into a freezer ziplock bag.
Remove as much air as possible, and tightly seal the bag.
Keep frozen for up to six months,” says Dissen.
Frozen grapes also make a delicious cold treat during hot summer months.
This is also a fun way to enjoy chocolate-covered grapes as a dessert treat.
How Long Can Grapes Sit Out?
“Grapes can typically sit out for about two days before going bad.
I recommend they not sit out more than two hours to preserve shelf life,” says Demarest.
Do I Need To Remove the Stems Before Cleaning Grapes?
Is Cleaning Organic Grapes Different?
So skip the soaps or detergents as you don’t want to eat that.
(Instead, use a clean bowl.)
Soaking grapes too long may lead to mushy grapes.
