Apples and pears have delicate skins, making them prone to quick spoilage—especially in bulk buys.
This means we often toss out perfectly good fruit. But my grandmother shared a simple, proven method using newspaper to extend their freshness at home.
1. Line the bottom of a crate with newspaper.
2. Arrange your fruit in the crate so pieces don't touch each other.
Your apples and pears will stay fresh much longer with this newspaper method.
Whether from the orchard or home storage, it safeguards the skin effectively. Plus, the ink's aroma naturally repels insects for even better protection.
For best results, keep fruits from touching—one rotting piece can spoil neighbors.
Consume damaged fruits first, or turn them into compote to avoid waste.
