How do you usually store leftovers? Would you like to try to avoid plastic? Fortunately, there are numerous alternatives to plastic containers or foil for storing leftovers, so you can choose whichever method you prefer.
He is about to end up run over, his mother saves himHow do you store leftovers usually? Would you like to try to avoid it? Fortunately, there are numerous alternatives to plastic containers or plastic wrap for storing leftovers, so you can choose the method you prefer.
Sure, plastic containers and foil work for preserve food but they are not exactly the ideal situation from an environmental point of view. The film is not recyclable while for plastic containers you must be careful to choose only Bpa-Free products.
Here are the alternatives to plastic that you can choose to store leftovers.
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Glass jars
Large and small glass jars can very well replace plastic containers for storing leftovers. For example, they are perfect for storing leftovers from soups and broths when they are big enough. If you have the used glass jars, sterilize them in boiling water before using them as food containers.
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Glass food containers
Nowadays they are easily found in the supermarket and in the shops of household items glass food containers suitable to replace plastic ones. Some glass containers have a plastic lid which, however, with due care will not come into contact with food, while others have a stainless steel lid.
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Bowls and bowls
Bowls e bowls ceramic or stainless steel can become a good solution for storing leftovers avoiding plastic, especially if the quantities are small and if the leftovers will have to remain in the fridge for a short time. You can cover them with a plate or a napkin.
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Paper bag
For foods that don't need a lot of protection, simply resort to the classics paper bag which, for example, are suitable for potatoes, carrots, dates, figs, pears, apples, fruit and vegetables in general. These bags help absorb moisture.
Cotton sheets
You can simply use kitchen towels or gods cotton napkins to wrap some leftovers such as bread, bread sticks, crackers, slices of toast, biscuits and brioches or rather dry slices of cake.
Stainless steel
If you really want to say goodbye to plastic and you happen to manage leftovers very often you might decide to invest in some food container in stainless steel like those usually used in canteens.
Pentoles and padelles
In some cases it is convenient leave leftovers directly in the pot or pan so they are ready to reheat for the next day. Just cover the pot or pan with their lid.
Reusable trays
If you have glass or aluminum trays available do not throw them away but reuse them as containers for leftovers. Just wash them very well and to cover them you just have to overlap them or simply use a napkin.
What are your strategies for avoiding plastic in the kitchen?
Mata Albè