How do I store fresh tomatoes or peppers?
At room temperature until ripe. Refrigerate only if needed to slow ripening, but bring to room temperature before using for best flavor.
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Room temperature eggs mix more easily into batters and can provide better volume when whipped.
At room temperature for optimal flavor, or in the refrigerator’s crisper drawer for longer storage. Once cut, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Incorporate citrus juices or zest, balance with other flavor components, and consider using vinegars or fermented ingredients for added tang.
Store unwashed in the refrigerator. Rinse just before eating to prevent mold.
Avoid boiling, add acid components gradually, and consider tempering the dairy by adding a bit of the hot mixture to it before incorporating fully.
Emulsify by slowly drizzling in oil while whisking vigorously, or use ingredients like mustard or honey as stabilizers.