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[jhtonnan]

Yesterday was another slow day at work and once again they offered to let people leave early.  This time they sent out the message three hours before the end of my shift so I jumped at the opportunity!  Although it was fun to leave early, I regret that I did not use the extra time more productively.  I went to Borders and a few other places but

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[catarzyna]

Potatoes keep for a much longer time if you put them in your crisper drawer in the fridge.

[jhtonnan]

Thanks for the tip. Doing so had not really even occurred to me. :)

[catarzyna]

It works fairly well for most produce. If you want fruit to ripen like avocados, bananas or tomatoes keep those out of the fridge.

[jhtonnan]

Thanks. I use my crispers for most fruits and vegetables that don't need ripening but always just thought of potatoes (as well as onions) being items that go in the pantry. I guess I tend to follow my mother's example in the kitchen more often than not and don't consider other options.