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Desmond Okafor

Desmond Okafor writes the seafood and meat counter guides and makes a habit of asking vendors how they'd cook what they're selling.

How to Store Onions and Garlic at Home: Fresh 2026

October 3, 2026 by Desmond Okafor
how to store onions and garlic at home

Learning how to store onions and garlic at home comes down to four words: cool, dark, dry, and ventilated. Whole cured bulbs kept in … Read more

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Why Do Store Tomatoes Taste Bland? Causes and Easy Fixes (2026)

October 3, 2026 by Desmond Okafor
why do store tomatoes taste bland

Why do store tomatoes taste bland? Mostly because supermarket tomatoes are picked before they are ripe, ripened after picking with ethylene gas or controlled … Read more

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How to Clean Leafy Greens Without a Salad Spinner (2026)

October 3, 2026 by Desmond Okafor
how to clean leafy greens without a salad spinner

You do not need a salad spinner to clean leafy greens. Swish the leaves in a bowl of cool water, pour off the dirty … Read more

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How to Store Potatoes So They Do Not Sprout: Pantry Guide 2026

October 3, 2026 by Desmond Okafor
how to store potatoes so they do not sprout

Store potatoes in a cool, dark, ventilated place at roughly 45-50°F (7-10°C), in a breathable container such as an open paper bag, mesh bag … Read more

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How to Keep Lettuce Fresh for Two Weeks (2026 Storage Tips)

October 3, 2026 by Desmond Okafor
how to keep lettuce fresh for two weeks

Two weeks is realistic for leaf lettuce, but only when you wash it at home, dry it hard, and store it in a paper-towel-lined … Read more

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How to Judge a Bake Off Fairly: Baker’s Scoring Checklist 2026

October 3, 2026 by Desmond Okafor
how to judge a bake off fairly

Judging a bake off fairly means scoring every entry against the same published criteria, in the same order, by more than one judge who … Read more

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How to Make a Cottage Food Business Legal: A US Guide (2026)

October 3, 2026 by Desmond Okafor
how to make a cottage food business legal

To make a cottage food business legal, you work inside your state’s cottage food exemption: check the allowed product list, register with the right … Read more

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