Lauren Murphy is a writer and environmentalist based in the Pacific Northwest. She holds a degree in Environmental Sciences from Western Washington University. Basil is a delicious herb that can ...

Basil oxidizes quickly at cold temperatures, and shouldn’t be refrigerated. Experts recommend storing basil in a glass or jar of water at room temperature, stems facing down. To extend its life, avoid ...

Should you toss that prized bottle of extra-virgin olive oil in the fridge to make it last forever? Or does it belong on your kitchen counter? Some swear refrigeration extends olive oil's freshness, ...

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