Some foods, like milk and eggs, belong in the fridge. But beyond the standard perishable items, there are several packaged foods and produce that benefit from storing under cooler temps. We get that fridge real estate is precious, but to reap the benefits (and flavour) from some of your go-to staples, create some chilling space for these essentials.
Photo: Erik Putz
1. Nuts and seeds
Nuts, nut flours and seeds are high in unsaturated fatty acids that grow rancid with exposure to warm temperatures over time. To maintain flavour keep items like almonds, flax seeds or cashews in a well-sealed plastic or glass container in the fridge for up to six months. Out of fridge space" Store nuts and seeds in the freezer to keep them fresh for up to a year. Photo: Erik Putz
2. Maple Syrup
Unlike corn syrup-based substitutes, natural maple syrup does not contain any preservatives, and can spoil very quickly once you?ve opened it. (Unopened, it can last two to four years, depending on if it?s in plastic or glass packaging.) Don?t waste any of that liquid gold?refrigerate maple syrup right after opening, and it will keep for several months (and your Saturday pancake stack will thank you for it).
White flour can last in the pantry much longer than whole wheat flour?up to two years. Photo: Roberto Caruso
3. Whole Grain Flour
Whole wheat flour contains wheat bran and germ, which are rich in nutrients and oils. This makes it more appealing to pests and prone to spoiling. While white flour...