How and in what to store cereals so that they do not spoil?

Grains and cereals can be stored for a very long time. But if the necessary conditions are not observed, they can become a habitat for small bugs, worms and other insects.

Storage of cereals. Photo: ymadam.net

To prevent this from happening, the hostess needs to know where to store cereals at home and how to do it correctly.

Choice of capacity

Some inexperienced housewives store purchased bulk products in their original packaging. And this is their main mistake. Lack of tightness is the main reason for the appearance of insects. In addition, it is very inconvenient to store cereals in such a container.

Over time, the package becomes unusable, and its contents may crumble. To avoid bugs, cereal stocks are best stored in glass jars or special containers with sealed lids. A wide variety of containers are sold on store shelves, and each hostess will be able to choose a container to her taste.

Plastic containers are lightweight, practical and convenient. When using them, the load on the locker will be minimal. Metal cans are beautiful and durable, but they have one significant drawback: rust spots can appear in them.

Similar products made of stainless steel do not have this drawback, but they are also more expensive than other containers. Glass containers are convenient and beautiful and have a variety of designs. Ceramic containers are considered the best container for storing cereals.

They are sealed, practical, pleasing to the eye with an attractive design. However, which container to give preference to is up to you.

Storage period

Each cereal has its own shelf life. Rice stocks should not be kept for more than 1.5 years. Store in sealed jars or linen bags in a cool dry place. And so that bugs do not start in the cereal, put 2 - 3 metal bottle caps or garlic in the container.

Millet does not lose its taste for only 4 months. If the cereals are stored longer, then before cooking the porridge, fill it with a solution of boiling water and soda (1 liter. water will need 1 tsp. l. powder), rinse thoroughly and dry.

It is advisable to use buckwheat in 20 months. To get the most out of it, fry it in a pan or oven beforehand. The shelf life of semolina is 14 months. If after a long storage it has lost its taste, try frying it. The usual semolina porridge will be transformed.