December is one of our favorite months in the kitchen — cozy soups, hearty salads, and all the beautiful winter vegetables that bring warmth to our meals. But winter produce can sometimes be tricky. Leafy greens and herbs are delicate, root vegetables can dry out, and even peppers can lose their snap. That’s where Vejibags come in to save the day.
Here are some of our favorite winter storage tips:
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Leafy greens and herbs: A dampened Vejibag creates a humid environment that keeps your greens crisp and your herbs fragrant. For herbs like parsley or cilantro, try storing them in a Mini or Two-Pocket bag to protect their delicate stems.
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Root vegetables: Carrots, beets, and celery do best in Standard or Large Vejibags. If you pre-cut some carrots or slice peppers for snacking, tuck them in a damp bag to maintain freshness for the week.
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Rotating produce: Use older leaves or vegetables first and refresh the bag’s moisture as needed. This simple habit can significantly extend the life of your produce.
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Multi-use magic: Don’t forget the Vejibag “revival trick”! If a vegetable is a little limp but not yet inedible, a damp Vejibag can breathe new life into it overnight. Think of it as putting your vegetables in a mini fridge-vase, just like we shared in Stacy’s lettuce story earlier.
Winter is also a great time to plan a little fridge organization. Keep similar produce together and assign each type a bag size that works best. This keeps your kitchen tidy, makes meal prep faster, and reduces waste.
We love seeing how our customers use their Vejibags this season — from prepping hearty holiday salads to storing leftover roasted vegetables. The little daily practices of proper storage make a big difference: fresher meals, less waste, and a more organized fridge.
Here’s our December challenge: pick one type of winter produce that often gets tossed in your home, try storing it in a damp Vejibag, and see how long it lasts. It’s fun to experiment and satisfying to watch the vegetables perk up, ready for your next recipe.
Happy December, friends! Here’s to crisp, colorful, and waste-free winter vegetables.
— Ann & Stacy
