How to give food products a second chance: useful tips

A third of the food produced in the world ends up in the trash. Food waste is a serious problem, so it's important to use food wisely.

Some of them deserve a second chance before they end up in the trash. For example, cucumbers and greens can be reconstituted with water, and bread and cookies can be reconstituted using the oven, according to foodandwineespanol.com.

Aromatic herbs

To revitalize coriander, basil, thyme, or mint, you need to wrap them in paper moistened with water. Then you should put them in a plastic bag and take them to the refrigerator.

Bread and hard biscuits

Bread should be placed in the oven for 5 minutes at a temperature of 50ºC. You can also use a microwave oven – place the bread with a glass of water and heat for 10 seconds. Place the cookies on a baking sheet and heat for 5 minutes at 180ºC.

Bananas

If the bananas you bought a few days ago have turned brown, don't despair. There are two alternatives: use them right away in banana bread or freeze them to make ice cream, smoothies, or bowls.

Cucumbers, tomatoes and other vegetables

To "extend the life" of cucumbers, cut off the tips and place them in a glass of cold water. Lettuce, spinach, and cabbage are vegetables that spoil very quickly. Instead of throwing them away, it is better to keep them in a bowl of water and ice for 12 hours. Then strain and place a piece of kitchen paper to remove excess moisture. Soft spotted tomatoes can be used to make vegetable soup or homemade pizza.