How to Store Garlic Scapes

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Fill a glass or jar halfway with cool, filtered water.. Place the scapes in the glass and leave it on the counter.. Replace the water in the glass every day to keep it fresh.

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1

Fill a glass or jar halfway with cool, filtered water.

Step 1

Fill a glass or jar halfway with cool, filtered water.

2

Place the scapes in the glass and leave it on the counter.

Step 2

Place the scapes in the glass and leave it on the counter.

3

Replace the water in the glass every day to keep it fresh.

Step 3

Replace the water in the glass every day to keep it fresh.

4

Store the scapes at room temperature for 2-3 days.

Step 4

Store the scapes at room temperature for 2-3 days.

5

Rinse and dry the scapes to remove dirt and debris.

Step 5

Rinse and dry the scapes to remove dirt and debris.

6

Put the scapes in a plastic bag and leave it slightly open.

Step 6

Put the scapes in a plastic bag and leave it slightly open.

7

Place the bag in the crisper drawer of the refrigerator.

Step 7

Place the bag in the crisper drawer of the refrigerator.

8

Use the scapes within 2 weeks.

Step 8

Use the scapes within 2 weeks.

9

Wash the scapes with cool, running water and dry them.

Step 9

Wash the scapes with cool, running water and dry them.

10

Chop the scapes to fit in your chosen container.

Step 10

Chop the scapes to fit in your chosen container.

11

Place the scapes in an airtight container and seal it.

Step 11

Place the scapes in an airtight container and seal it.

12

Store the scapes in the freezer for up to 12 months.

Step 12

Store the scapes in the freezer for up to 12 months.

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