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This idea works well for heads of lettuce too
, which is generally cheaper per pound and can save money IF you have the discipline to get it ready yourself when it comes home. From romaine, red or green leaf, just chop of the bottom, fill a clean sink with water enough to cover the lettuce and swish it around. Finish putting your other groceries away. Generally the dirt will fall to the bottom of the sink with time. If you have a salad spinner, give the leaves a spin to remove excess water, otherwise, put it in a colandar and let that drain for a bit. Wrap the whole bunch in a damp paper towel and put it back into the plastic bag. Beware that everything is just DAMP and not wet or your lettuce will get slimey. You can also chop some up for ready made salad.
Also, I have found that if you buy a lot of produce, the Freshvac products work very well. We eat LOTS of fruits and veggies and these specialty food storage containers have helped. They also help us eat more veggies too, since they are on display on my shelves rather than molding in the drawers.
, which is generally cheaper per pound and can save money IF you have the discipline to get it ready yourself when it comes home. From romaine, red or green leaf, just chop of the bottom, fill a clean sink with water enough to cover the lettuce and swish it around. Finish putting your other groceries away. Generally the dirt will fall to the bottom of the sink with time. If you have a salad spinner, give the leaves a spin to remove excess water, otherwise, put it in a colandar and let that drain for a bit. Wrap the whole bunch in a damp paper towel and put it back into the plastic bag. Beware that everything is just DAMP and not wet or your lettuce will get slimey. You can also chop some up for ready made salad.Also, I have found that if you buy a lot of produce, the Freshvac products work very well. We eat LOTS of fruits and veggies and these specialty food storage containers have helped. They also help us eat more veggies too, since they are on display on my shelves rather than molding in the drawers.
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