John Myers
Flour is dry, that shouldn’t be sensitive, shouldn’t it? It is actually food that you can store for a long time. However, it can also go bad if stored incorrectly. In this article, you will learn the best way to store flour so that it stays fresh for a long time.
Save flour
In order to be able to store flour for as long as possible, you have to consider a few things. We show you the tricks
The paper bag
Flour is often sold in plain paper bags. These are unsuitable for storage as they do not protect the contents from moisture and foreign odors.
You can find out how long the product can be kept by looking at the best-before date on the packaging. If stored properly, it will last at least as long, but often longer.
Humidity
Flour is dry food, it should not get wet. In the kitchen, high humidity is often caused by cooking vapors. If you leave it open or simply in a paper bag in the kitchen, moisture can get in. Moisture can cause mold to form. Therefore, you should definitely store flour in a dry place
Pest infestation
Unfortunately, dry food in the kitchen is often attacked by mealworms or moths. For this reason alone, it is important to store flour in a container after purchase.
Store flour properly
To protect flour from moisture and pests, don’t just store it in a paper bag. You can find suitable alternatives here.
Storage jar or jar
For storage you take an airtight container, it should be clean and dry. For example, you can use a plastic jar or jar with a tight-fitting lid.
Tip: You don’t necessarily have to decant the flour, it’s enough to put the paper bag in the container, that’s easier.
Simple alternative
Can’t find a suitable container for storing flour? No problem, you can also put the paper bag in a freezer bag and close it with a clip.
