A refrigerator crisper drawer is a special drawer in your refrigerator that is designed to help keep fruits and vegetables fresh. It does this by providing a more humid environment than the rest of the refrigerator, which helps to prevent the produce from drying out.

Most crisper drawers have adjustable humidity settings, so you can customize the environment to the needs of your produce. For example, fruits that are prone to rotting, such as apples and pears, should be stored in the low-humidity setting. Vegetables that are prone to wilting, such as lettuce and asparagus, should be stored in the high-humidity setting.

HOW ARE REFRIGERATOR CRISPER DRAWERS DIFFERENT FROM NORMAL DRAWERS?

Crisper drawers are different from normal drawers in a few ways. First, they are typically made of a different material, such as plastic or glass, which helps to keep the humidity in. Second, they often have a drainage system to help prevent excess moisture from building up. Third, they may have a built-in humidity control system.

If your refrigerator does not have a crisper drawer, you can still store fruits and vegetables in a normal drawer. However, you may need to adjust the humidity level in the refrigerator by using a humidity control device or by placing a damp paper towel in the drawer.

TIPS FOR USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR CRISPER DRAWER

  • Wash and dry fruits and vegetables before storing them.
  • Store fruits and vegetables in their original packaging, if possible.
  • Do not overcrowd the crisper drawer.
  • Check the crisper drawer regularly and remove any produce that is starting to go bad.

By following these tips, you can help to keep your fruits and vegetables fresh for longer.

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  4. Figs have as much calcium as milk.

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INTERESTING REFERENCES

  1. BrightHorizons.co.uk – 10 Juicy Facts about Fruit and Vegetables
  2. MarthaStewart.com – The Right Way to Use Your Refrigerator’s Crisper Drawer
  3. LifeSavvy.com – Here’s How a Crisper Drawer Actually Works

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