Why it’s not bananas to put your eggs in the freezer: Experts say it can help families save money

Keeping apples in the fridge and eggs in the freezer might sound bananas, but experts say it can help families save money during the cost-of-living crisis.

With grocery prices rising a record 10 per cent compared with last year and supermarket staples doubling in price, many shoppers are searching for ways to keep costs down.

And experts at consumer champions Which? say families can save money and reduce waste simply by storing their food correctly.

Their tips include putting eggs in the freezer, but only after cracking and beating them before storing them in a container. Bread should also go in the freezer.

With grocery prices rising a record 10 per cent compared with last year and supermarket staples doubling in price, many shoppers are searching for ways to keep costs down

Apples will last up to 77 days longer if they are stored in the fridge. Mushrooms should also be refrigerated, but they should first be placed in a paper bag.

Cucumbers last longer if they are stored in a cupboard or placed in a bowl on a countertop.

Stoned fruits such as peaches, plums and cherries ripen better outside of the fridge, allowing the flavors to fully develop.

Overly ripe fruit that shows no sign of mold can still be used as a topping for porridge or in a crumble.

Once opened, peanut butter is fine to store in a cupboard as long as it’s tightly sealed.

Which? money expert Reena Sewraz said: ‘This crisis is putting a lot of families under pressure but many people aren’t aware that simply storing your food differently can vastly extend its shelf life, saving you money.’

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