You've just gotten halfway through a recipe, only to discover that a
key ingredient is missing because you tossed it during your last cleaning
spree.
It’s a predicament you shouldn't have to face again — at least when it
comes to the nine kitchen staples we've listed here.
When stored properly, these everyday items will last for years —
sometimes decades — even after they’ve been opened. And they’ll lose very
little, if any, of their original quality as time passes. So think twice before
tossing one of these items. If you've been handling it correctly, chances are
it's just fine.
1. HONEY
Pure honey is as durable as it is delicious; it keeps safe
indefinitely. Honey may change color or crystallize over time, but that won't
make it unsafe.
Keep it fresh: Store in a cool area and keep tightly closed. Revive
crystallized honey by placing the opened jar in warm water and stirring until
dissolved.
2. RICE
White, wild, arborio, jasmine and basmati rice all have an indefinite
shelf life, when kept free from contaminants. The exception: brown rice. Thanks
to its higher oil content, it won’t keep nearly as long.
Keep it fresh: Store in a cool, dry area. Once opened, place rice in a
sealed airtight container or place original package in a resealable heavy-duty
freezer bag. For added protection, store rice in the refrigerator or freezer.
3. SUGAR
White, brown or powdered — sugar never spoils because it doesn’t
support bacterial growth. The real challenge is to prevent it from becoming
rock-hard.
Keep it fresh: Keep sugar in a cool, dry area. To prevent sugar from
hardening after opening, place it in an airtight container or cover the
original package in a heavy-duty plastic bag and seal tightly.
4. HARD LIQUOR
Whipping up some penne alla vodka and a pitcher of cocktails? Distilled
spirits —vodka, rum, whiskey, gin, tequila and the like — don’t spoil, even
after opening. The taste and aroma may fade gradually, but it’ll take ages
before you notice.
Keep it fresh: Store in cool, dark area, away from direct heat or
sunlight. Keep bottle tightly closed when not in use.
5. MAPLE SYRUP
Pure maple syrup not only makes your pancakes special, it adds
tremendous flavor to a whole range of dishes. Best of all, it keeps forever in
the freezer.
Keep it fresh: Refrigerate after opening. For long-term storage, freeze
maple syrup in airtight plastic containers.
6. PURE VANILLA EXTRACT
Yes, it’s more expensive than its imitation counterpart. But pure
vanilla extract keeps forever, so you’ll never have to waste a drop.
Keep it fresh: Store in cool, dark cupboard and keep tightly closed
when not in use.
7. DISTILLED WHITE VINEGAR
A reliable standby in everything from marinades to salad dressings,
distilled white vinegar will remain virtually unchanged as the years pass by.
Keep it fresh: Store vinegar a cool, dark area and keep tightly capped
after each use.
8. CORNSTARCH
A must-have for thickening sauces, gravies, and puddings. Cornstarch
will keep indefinitely if it's kept dry and free from contaminants.
Keep it fresh: Store in cool, dry area; keep package tightly closed
between uses.
9. SALT
From the basic table variety to fancier versions like kosher and sea,
salt is a flavor enhancer that never spoils or goes stale.
Keep it fresh: Store in cool, dry area.
Source: http://stilltasty.com/articles/view/35
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