PRESERVE THE FLAVOR OF YOUR ARTISANAL ITALIAN PRODUCTS WITH THESE TIPS

Welcome to EasyGusto, your online grocery store dedicated to authentic and rare Italian products. As a family business, we are passionate about quality cuisine and we want to help you preserve the Italian flavors you love so much.

In this article, we'll share our best tips for preserving the freshness and quality of your artisanal Italian products, from olive oil and pasta to cold meats and cheeses. Follow these recommendations and you will be able to enjoy the delights of Italy for a long time!

Store olive oil properly

Olive oil is one of the flagship products of Italian cuisine. However, it is also one of the most sensitive to storage conditions. Here's how to best preserve it:

Avoid light and heat

Olive oil is very fragile in the face of light and heat which can quickly alter its organoleptic qualities. So keep it in a dark, cool place, away from sunlight. A closet or pantry are ideal places.

Close the can tightly

Once the container is opened, close it tightly after each use. Air and oxidation are the enemies of olive oil, which will then quickly lose its aromas and freshness.

Choose the right packaging

Prefer stainless steel or tinted glass cans which better protect the oil from external aggressions. Avoid plastic bottles that allow light to pass through.

Consume quickly after opening

Once the container is opened, consume the oil within 2 to 3 months maximum. After this time, it will lose quality.

Store fresh pasta properly

Fresh Italian pasta is a delight, but storing it requires a little attention:

Keep them cool

Place the fresh pasta in the refrigerator upon receipt. The freshness of the cold will slow bacterial proliferation and preserve their texture.

Pack them properly

Wrap the pasta in parchment paper or place it in an airtight container. This will prevent them from drying out.

Consume them quickly

Fresh pasta can be kept refrigerated for 3 to 5 days maximum. After this time, their texture and taste will be altered.

Store Italian cold cuts properly

Italian cold cuts such as prosciutto, mortadella or salami are fragile products that must be stored:

Wrap them in parchment paper

Parchment paper absorbs moisture and prevents cold meats from drying out too quickly.

Place them in the refrigerator

Keep cold meats cool, between 4 and 8°C. This will slow the growth of bacteria.

Cut them just before eating them

Only cut cold meats when serving them. This will prevent them from oxidizing and losing flavor.

Store Italian cheeses properly

Italian cheeses are also one of the flagship products of transalpine gastronomy. Here's how to preserve them:

Wrap them in parchment paper

As with cold meats, parchment paper absorbs moisture and prevents cheeses from drying out.

Place them in the refrigerator

Store cheeses cool, between 4 and 8°C. This will slow the growth of mold.

Let them breathe

Avoid tightly wrapping cheeses that need some air to maintain their texture and aromas.

Conclusion

With these tips, you will now be able to best preserve your artisanal Italian products and savor their flavors for a long time. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any further questions, we will be happy to help!

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