Storing flour properly is essential to maintaining its freshness and avoiding contamination by pests. Here are the key steps to follow for optimal flour storage:
Why Not Use the Paper Bag?
- Flour comes in a paper bag that isn’t airtight, allowing moisture and pests, like weevils, to get in.
Steps to Store Flour Properly:
- Freeze Flour for Two Days:
- As soon as you bring flour home, place the unopened bag in the freezer for 48 hours. This kills any potential weevils or eggs that might already be present.
- Transfer to an Airtight Container:
- After freezing, transfer the flour from the paper bag to an airtight container (plastic containers with tight lids or large Ziploc bags work well). This keeps out both moisture and pests.
- Store in a Cool, Dry Place:
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