Claire is Lifehacker's Senior Food Editor. She has a B.S. in chemistry, a decade of food journalism experience, and a deep love for mayonnaise and MSG. I consume a lot of ginger, which means I buy a ...

Whole, unpeeled ginger can be stored in a cool and dry spot on the counter for a week. Peeled or unpeeled ginger can be stored in the fridge in a resealable bag with the air squeezed out. Frozen ...

Freezing food can help maintain its flavor, extend its shelf life, and make cooking easier on our busiest days. Some staples (like bread and certain veggies) can be frozen, but are best eaten fresh.