Food Myths Busted
From washing produce to the fresh/frozen debate, test your cooking know-how.
Lynn Andriani
Original Content | August 02, 2011 
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Washing them first. Even though cold temperatures slow down most bacterial growth, some bacteria can multiply in the fridge, especially if they're in a moist environment. You can try to dry produce well, but still, Ibrahim says, "It's best to wait until you're ready to eat produce to wash it, due to water introducing mold, decay and potential bacteria growth." |
