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    Will strawberries picked today still be good if kept in the basket that they were picked, for two days in the fridge?
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    Yes, if stored in the fridge, your strawberries will be good for two days, maybe even a few more.
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    How can I store strawberries and keep them smelling nice?
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    You can store it in crumbled paper. Place the strawberries towards the center of the crumbled paper and press it. Make sure that there is enough room for air to go in and out.
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    How long can I travel with fresh strawberries?
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    It depends on the temperature in your car (or other mode of transportation). If it's reasonably cool, you can travel for several hours. If you have a cooler to keep them in, that's ideal. You If it's very hot, try not to travel with them for very long because the heat will cause them to rot very quickly.
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    How can I keep the stem of the strawberry green and fresh for longer?
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    Wait longer before picking the strawberry. Also, you're not really supposed to eat the stems, so their "freshness" is largely irrelevant.
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    How do you store chocolate covered strawberries?
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    Line a container with a paper towel, then sprinkle baking soda on top.; this will keep the chocolate from sweating. Cover it with another paper towel, then set the strawberries on top. Cover the container with a lid and store it in the fridge.
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    How do you keep strawberries fresh longer?
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    Strawberries will only last on the counter for several hours. If you want to keep them fresh longer, you need to store them in the freeze or fridge.
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    How do you make strawberries last longer in the refrigerator?
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    Place unwashed strawberries into a container lined with paper towels. Make sure that the strawberries aren't touching each other, then cover the container with a lid. This should help them last 3 to 7 days.
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    How long can you keep strawberries in the fridge?
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    You can keep strawberries in the fridge for 3 to 7 days. Keep in mind that not all strawberries may make it through 7 days; some may start to spoil sooner!
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