We asked you what’s knocking around the back of your fridge – those half empty jars and opened bottles. Try our ideas for using up leftovers.
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Once opened, curry paste can keep for 1-2 months in the fridge – check the storing instructions and best-before date on the label.
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Keep mayo in the fridge after opening and follow the packet directions – most need to be used up within 1-2 months.
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Whether bought or homemade, jams generally contain sugar which acts as a preservative, but once opened it’s best to use them within 1-2 months.
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To keep tortillas fresher for longer, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month or layer them between sheets of baking paper and store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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Store bought pesto in an airtight container or jar for up to 2 weeks, or freeze in ice cube trays. Once frozen, transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
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Pickling liquid is made with vinegar, sugar and salt. These natural preservatives help the pickles last for 6-12 months in the fridge. Make sure the cucumbers are completely submerged in the pickling liquid, as they’ll go off faster if exposed to the air.
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Stored in a sealed tub or container in the fridge, sour cream stays fresh for up to 2 weeks after opening. Freezing causes it to separate so it’s not recommended if you want to use as a topping, but thawed sour cream is fine for baking. Freeze in an ice cube tray then transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
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Made by fermenting soybeans, miso paste has a long shelf-life thanks to its high salt content. Store in the fridge after opening.
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Once opened, store mustard in the sealed jar in the fridge and use it within 1-3 months after opening.
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With no preservatives (except sometimes salt), a can or tub of tomato paste is best used within 3-5 days of opening. Once opened, keep in an airtight container and cover the surface with a layer of oil to prevent mould growing. Squeezy packs are available that keep air out so the paste stays fresh for up to 3 weeks, and small packs and sachets help avoid food waste, too. You can freeze tomato paste in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
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