On Wed, 18 Jan 2006 22:03:56 -0500, Julia Altshuler
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>scott123 wrote:
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>> The freezer is the worst place to store herb/spices. Any food with
>> exposed edges is prone to freezer burn. With herbs/spices, you're
>> talking the most exposed edges possible. Every edge becomes the perfect
>> receptor for freezer burn/freezer smell absorption. If you're uncertain
>> regarding how freezer smell tastes, melt a few old ice cubes and drink
>> them. Nasty. With herbs you'll get that times 20.
>>
>> Even out of the freezer you don't want to store herbs/spices in
>> plastic. Although heat and light are enemies, air does just as much
>> damage. Plastic is too permeable for storing spices more than a
>> handful of months.
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>What do you suggest instead?
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>--Lia
yeah Scott...enquiring minds want to know...what is the solution?
Bill