This method is something I have been doing for years now, and I can't say enough about it. Knowing how to properly store your produce items is key to prolonging trips to the grocery store, cutting down on meal prep, and most importantly, not throwing away money on food that goes bad.
I am a big believer in organization. The same holds true when it comes to my food. Grocery shopping days require an hour or so of my time afterwards getting everything cleaned and put away properly. This ensures that meal prep throughout the rest of the week/weeks is easier and quick.
Cleaning Produce
Before I put any produce "away", I wash it first. I do this for 2 reasons: