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QuestionHow do you keep grapes fresh after washing them?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerGrapes are sensitive to moisture, so ideally you should wait to wash them until you’re ready to eat them. If you need to wash the grapes ahead of time, carefully pat them dry with a paper towel before you put them away.
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QuestionShould you take grapes off the stem?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerGrapes spoil faster when they’re off the stem, so keep the stems on until you’re ready to eat or serve the grapes.
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QuestionShould you cover grapes in the fridge?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerGrapes do best when they’re a little bit ventilated. If you put them in a closed container, choose one that has some air holes, like a produce container with a ventilated lid.
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QuestionCan I freeze grapes?Community AnswerYes. Spread them on a baking sheet in a single layer. Put the sheet in the freezer. Afterwards, put the frozen grapes in a Ziploc bag to store them.
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QuestionShould grapes be kept on the stem to preserve them longer?Community AnswerYes.
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QuestionShould grapes be stored in an air tight bag?Community AnswerNo, only if freezing them. Most grapes bought in stores have the potential for mold. Keeping them in a bag with holes as when purchased is the best for air circulation and mold control. They are best stored as dry as possible.
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QuestionCan I leave grapes on the counter?Community AnswerYes, as long as you eat the grapes within 72 hours. Don't wash them until you are ready to eat them.
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QuestionWhy do grapes come in a zip top, stay fresh sealed bag, that has holes in it?Samm Chris MooreCommunity AnswerThe ziptop is so you can reuse the bag and so they don't fall out (assuming you're not eating them all at once) and the holes are to help the air circulate so they don't spoil.
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QuestionCan I wash them tonight, refrigerate overnight and serve them in the morning?Community AnswerYes.
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QuestionWon't the grapes be mushy when thawed after freezing?Community AnswerNo need to thaw them. They're a great cold treat when frozen! Pop them straight into your mouth from the freezer.
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QuestionOnce the grapes are frozen, what should I do?Community AnswerEat them. You can eat them straight, put them in a smoothie, or use them to cool down wine. I wouldn't recommend thawing them though, because they get a little mushy.
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QuestionCan I get sick if I eat unwashed grapes?Community AnswerYes, you can get sick if there is any type of pesticide or other medication on the unwashed grapes.
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QuestionCan I keep grapes in the refrigerator prior to crushing and making wine while waiting for the rest of the crop to ripen?Community AnswerAs long as you take care of them and the rest of your crop ripens before the other grapes spoil.
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