Diana Gariglio-Clelland

Corn flour is a staple ingredient in some favorite foods like corn tortillas and corn muffins. It’s naturally gluten-free, which means it’s in a lot of processed gluten-free foods as well. The best way to store corn flour is in a cool, dark place in a tightly sealed container. You can also freeze corn flour for a longer shelf life. We’ll go over all the details of the best way to store corn flour next! What is corn [...]

If you’re a gluten-free baker, you’ve likely spotted fava bean flour and gluten-free flour blends containing fava bean flour in recipes. The best way to store fava bean flour is in a sealed container (sealed ziplock bag or container with a fitting lid) in a cool, dry place. Fava bean flour lasts the longest in the freezer, which is the ideal place for it for long-term storage. We’ll go over all of the best practices for [...]

Acidophilus milk isn’t as popular as regular cow’s milk, but you should store it the same way! The best way to store acidophilus milk (both regular/fermented and sweet versions) is in the refrigerator (below 40 degrees Fahrenheit) in a sealed container. If you haven’t heard of acidophilus milk, don’t worry - we’ll fill you in before we talk more about the best way to store it! What is acidophilus [...]

Flaxseeds have been considered a “superfood” due to their impressive nutrition stats. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, flaxseeds and flaxseed meal (ground-up flax seeds) can be a healthy addition to any diet. The best way to store flaxseed meal is in a tightly sealed container in the fridge or freezer. You can store unopened flaxseed meal at room temperature, but as soon as it’s opened it’s best to transfer it to the [...]

Gluten-free all-purpose flour blends are a convenient option for gluten-free bakers since they contain an optimal blend of different gluten-free flours and starches. What’s the best way to store this type of flour, though? The best way to store gluten-free flour blend (all-purpose) is in a tightly sealed container in the freezer. You can store it at room temperature as well, but freezing is highly recommended for prolonged [...]

Bulgur wheat is a wheat product, but it’s not bread, flour, or pasta. So what is it, and how do you store it? Bulgur wheat is best stored in a cool, dry place - preferably in the freezer for the longest shelf life! Bulgur wheat should be in a tightly sealed container to keep excess moisture, oxygen, and pests away. We’ll explain what bulgur wheat is, how it’s made, and more next! What is bulgur wheat? Bulgur [...]