...And the absolute worst place to store onions—unless you want them to spoil faster. Getty Images / itakdalee We like to think of a few items as the elements of our cooking “capsule wardrobe” in the ...

The best way to store whole onions is in a cool, dark, dry place, where they can last up to two months. Peeled, chopped, and cooked onions can last up to a week when stored in the fridge. Never store ...

The same goes for shallots.

You don’t need any fancy equipment to make them last longer. If you’ve ever bought onions, garlic, or ginger only to find them sprouting, rotting, or drying out too quickly, then you know how ...

We like to think of a few items as the elements of our cooking “capsule wardrobe” in the Test Kitchen. In other words, we mix and match these components to add flavor and aroma or to help balance a ...