

Avocados should not be stored in the refrigerator as it delays the ripening process. Placing avocados on the counter will help them ripen faster. For quicker ripening, place avocados in a paper bag along with a banana or apple.

Sweet treats like cakes do not require refrigeration due to the outer frosting layer. Cakes can be kept in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Apples, peaches, plums, and beans can be stored in a basket, placed in the kitchen, and will last for about a week.

Rice can be stored in a box or nylon bag for up to a year. If stored in an airtight container, brown rice can be used within 1 to 2 years.
