45+ Foods That Don't Actually Need to Be Refrigerated

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Fresh herbs aren’t the easiest to keep fresh, but that’s most likely because they’re being stored incorrectly. If you keep them in the fridge, they’re being exposed to too much moisture, causing them to become slimy and wilted. You could keep them in the fridge with a paper towel that's changed out once a day (but that's a lot of work).

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Instead, wash and dry herbs and leave them on the counter. You can also oven-dry your herbs to keep them long-term. If you prefer to have your herbs in the refrigerator, the best way to store them is to place them in an air-tight container wrapped in a damp paper towel to keep them from drying out or wilting too quickly. Check at least twice a week to ensure the paper towel isn't too damp. 

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