How to Store Whole Onions

Fresh whole onions are a cooking staple in many households throughout the world. It can sometimes be a challenge to keep the onions fresh until needed. Follow the steps below to store whole onions for up to six months and maintain freshness.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Fresh, dry onions
• Used or new pantyhose

1. Purchase your choice of whole, dry fresh onions at the market. Remove any shoots or dry, flaking skin and loose matter.

2. Take a washed pair of used or new pantyhose and place the onions into the feet.

3. Tie a knot in the pantyhose above each whole onion. Repeat this process until both legs are full or you have inserted all the onions.

4. Hang the pantyhose in a cool, dry and dark place, such as a pantry, closet or cellar. When you need an onion, simply cut the hose right below the end knot.

Tips & Warnings

• Yellow onions store best but white, purple and brown onions can also be stored using this method. Just plan to use them sooner.

• It is best to store the onions at 40 to 45 degrees F. Don't whole store onions in the refrigerator because the moisture is bad for them.

• Don't store potatoes near onions. The onions will absorb moisture from the potatoes.

Resources

• Buy onions and pantyhose at Wal-mart.