How to Store Kiwis

At only 45 calories a fruit, kiwis are a great low-calorie food. Does this Spark an idea?

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Instructions

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  Place unripe kiwis in a paper bag with an apple, pear or banana at room temperature for a few days. These fruits give off ethylene gas, which causes ripening.
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  Keep either ripe or unripe kiwis in the refrigerator for storae or more gradual ripening. Refrigerate for no longer than 1-2 weeks.

Tips & Warnings

The fruit can be eaten whole if you rub off the fuzz, or cut open and eaten with a spoon.
Slice kiwis for fruit or green salads, or use as an appealing garnish.
Keep kiwis away from other fruits, which will cause the kiwis to overripen quickly.

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