How to Store Garlic & Chives

Storing Garlic

• 1

  Squeeze the garlic. If the garlic is mushy or dried out throw them away. Keep plump garlic cloves.

• 2

  Look for black spots or mold on the garlic. If you see evidence of rot, throw these cloves or bulbs away.

• 3

  Place garlic bulbs in a wire or wicker basket in a cool, dark place. Do not refrigerate whole garlic. Garlic kept at low temperatures between 32 F and 55 F will keep from 5 to 10 months.

Storing Chives

• 4

  Dampen a paper towel. Wrap fresh chives in the paper towel. Place the chives in a plastic storage bag. Store the wrapped chives in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

• 5

  Wash the chives under cool water. Chop the chives into small pieces. Spread the chives out on a baking sheet to allow them to dry for at least two hours.

• 6

  Place the dried, chopped chives in a freezer bag and freeze them for up to 6 months. Use them as needed for up to 6 months.