With the cost of living crisis, reducing food waste is a priority for many households. Bread, a staple in UK homes, typically goes mouldy within three to seven days at room temperature. However, a simple storage method can extend its freshness to up to three weeks, according to a YouTube channel called Frakking Creations.
The hack involves cutting holes in the bread bag and storing it in the fridge. This combination of cold temperature and reduced moisture slows mould growth. The video demonstrates the technique: cut holes near the top of the bag where it gathers, and also a few on the back and underneath. Adjust the number of holes based on condensation levels in your fridge.
The method works for both supermarket bread and fresh bakery bread, which has fewer preservatives. In the video, a loaf with a best-before date of May 24 remained fresh and mould-free until June 1—nine days past its date—and still tasted great. The trick can potentially keep bread fresh for up to three weeks.
Finding the right balance of aeration may require trial and error. Start with fewer holes and adjust as needed. This simple hack offers a cost-effective way to reduce bread waste and save money.
