"The downside to bananas is that they don't stay fresh for very long when kept on your kitchen counter - only around two to six days when they're ripe. Luckily, there are a few different ways to keep bananas fresh. You can use a plastic wrap hack, but if you're fresh out of plastic wrap, there's another simple hack that calls for aluminum foil instead."
"Some people say that for better results, take your bananas apart first and wrap each stem individually in aluminum foil. But tests of both methods don't show that many differences between the two, other than that you can control your bananas' individual ripening better if you separate them. Plus, this makes it difficult to hang your bananas - another good trick for slowing down the release of ethylene and preventing bruising that can occur when bananas are stored on the counter."
Bananas are the most popular fruits sold in the U.S. and are commonly eaten plain or as toppings for cereal, yogurt, or oatmeal. Ripe bananas kept on a kitchen counter remain fresh for only about two to six days. Wrapping the stems of a bunch with aluminum foil prevents release of ethylene gas and slows ripening, extending freshness. Separating bananas and wrapping each stem individually can help control individual ripening, though tests show little difference in overall effectiveness. Hanging bananas reduces bruising and slows ethylene release. Keep wrapped bananas away from high-ethylene fruits like apples, avocados, pears, peaches, and plums. Overripe bananas are suited for baking or freezing for smoothies.
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