How can I keep bananas fresh?

Answer by  beccaann09 (42)

Whatever you do, do not refrigerate them. When refrigerated they rot almost instantly. My advice is to keep them at room temperature and they'll stay fresh longer.

Answer by  technogeek (6640)

Bananas stay fresh longer when they are connected to one another and when they are hanging. If you buy one of those banana hangers, your bananas will stay fresh longer.

Answer by  basil (311)

Keep your bananas in a bowl on your counter top and don't put them into the refrigerator. Bananas are a tropical fruit and the cold inside your refrigerator will accelerate how quickly they will spoil.

Answer by  worker8739 (555)

Try purchasing bananas that have a small amount of green on them, if possible. Otherwise put them in the refrigerator, the skins will turn dark, but that does not affect the fruit inside.

Answer by  diane23 (1167)

Bananas will ripen faster in warm, humid areas, so they will ripen quickly during the summer months. Store them in a cool, dry place, this will slow the rate of ripening. You can also refrigerate them. The skins will darken, but they will still be okay to eat and the cold will keep them from getting overripe.