(Sep 5, 2008) A reader wants to know how best to store unused cut onions.
First, if you know ahead you'll only be using part of the onion, leave the skin on the part you won't be using -- it helps retain the moisture.
Then wrap the unused portion tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to a week.
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