Depending on the flour we choose, we can provide the body with many valuable nutrients. The healthiest are coarsely ground whole grains containing bran. By including them in our diet, we provide ourselves with fiber, B and E vitamins and minerals such as iron, selenium and magnesium. Regardless of the type we choose, flour can be found in almost every Polish home. However, not everyone is aware of how to store it properly.
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Keeping flour in its original packaging is not the best idea. The paper often gets damaged or soggy, which leads to unpleasant situations. Anyone who has had flour or groats spilled all over the kitchen will certainly understand this.
It is worth purchasing appropriate containers. A leaky packaging may lead to moisture accumulating inside, making our flour unfit for use. Glass jars, metal cans and plastic containers dedicated to flour will work best. It is very important not only how you store flour, but also where. It likes dry, dark places without exposure to sunlight.
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Flour in the freezer? This is the best way to avoid food moths
Everyone who cooks and uses flour or groats in their diet has at least once encountered uninvited guests brought from the store. Food bugs are insects that feed on loose grain products and when we let them, they can invade our kitchen cabinets. It is worth pouring flour into a container immediately after returning from the store and checking if there is anything hidden in it. Unfortunately, the “by eye” method often fails, and the traditional knowledge of our grandmothers comes to the rescue. The purchased flour should be poured into smaller, dry jars. Close them well and place them in the freezer for two days. Thanks to the low temperature, we will get rid of eggs and insect larvae invisible to the naked eye and we will be sure that our flour is free of small pests. If you feel like it, vote in our poll below.
Source: Gazeta
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