How to Store Onions Using Pantyhose
Learn the best way to store onions long-term using pantyhose! This easy, old-fashioned method keeps your onions fresh for months without rotting or sprouting. Perfect for home gardeners and bulk shoppers—no fancy equipment needed.
Servings 12
Ingredients
- onions
- pantyhose
Instructions
- If you're storing onions from your garden, make sure to dry them first. Lay them out in a single layer so they’re not touching—somewhere dry and sunny, like a porch, patio, or rooftop. Let them cure for a few days, checking the weather to avoid rain. Once the skins are dry and papery, gently brush off any dirt and bring them indoors for storage.
- Trim the stem of each onion down to about 1 inch.
- Cut the pantyhose so you have two separate legs. Drop an onion into one leg, then tie a knot above it. Repeat—add another onion, tie another knot, and continue until the leg is full. This keeps the onions from touching, which helps prevent rot and makes it easy to snip one off when you need it.
- Stored this way in a cool, dark, and dry place, your onions can last for up to 6 months. And there you have it—a simple, effective method to keep your onions fresh and ready whenever you need them!