How To Store Onions – Frugal Tip

Onions are something I almost always have around. They are so versatile and add a nice burst of flavor to soups, stews and sandwiches. The most economical way to buy onion is in a large bag, but how often do the last few start to rot before you get a chance to use them? The problems start when one little part of one onion starts to rot because it’s sitting at the bottom of a bowl on your kitchen counter or in a basket in your pantry. Since we usually keep the onions together the rot will quickly spread and ruin all your onions. Good air circulation is key when storing onions. Get an open mesh basket that hangs in your kitchen. Another great idea is to take some old pantyhose. Cut off the legs and use them for onion storage. Drop an onion in the foot of the pantyhose and tie a knot. Add another onion and knot again… keep going until all your onions are tied up or you run out of pantyhose. Suspend the string of onions from the pantry ceiling or tie it to the top shelf. Another important tip is to never store your onions next to potatoes. Stored properly in a cool, dry place with plenty of air circulation, your onions will last for months.