How To Keep Bananas Fresh

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link for that container please

[@jerrybruno6831]

Thanks

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[@FairyGrandma21]

I was just looking at my bananas earlier and worrying about them going bad. They ALWAYS go bad faster than we can eat them. I'm not a big baker (I've never made banana bread, & probably never will!) I stumbled across your video, and you MADE MY DAY! Thank you SO MUCH! I hate wasting food & money, so this will help very much. I'm subscribing & ordering. 😁

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You are welcome Kara! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback and welcome aboard, Mike 🙂

[@ileanacristinahiguera]

@@KitchenTipsOnline muy agradecida por estos trucos

[@joemckim1183]

I never buy more than 3-4 bananas at a time. I don't think there's a food that has a shorter shelf life than bananas. Only about 2-3 days where they're the right kind of yellow to where you can eat them. I'm not really interested in ways in making them last longer, I just buy fewer of them more often.

[@kathymaeve]

I only buy 2 at a time.

[@billrhodes8934]

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[@janielangley5673]

I live in Hawaii, as Banana’s turn Brown they get sweeter and sweeter. Brown Banana’s make the very Best Banana Bread !

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

I love banana bread Janie, and I like to put some walnuts in there. Thanks for your feedback, Mike 🙂

[@sallyk9]

@@vijaysura2874 You can buy banana bread in the uk from several places, even sainsburys do one. Or better still make your own then you know what is in it.

[@nancypewton1862]

I have been keeping bananas in my refrigerator in one of the vegetable drawers for a long time and it works. And I also discovered pealing from the bottom takes care of the strings.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Nancy, are you suggesting that bananas keep 15 or 20 days in your refrigerator like the method demonstrated in the refrigerator? Mike 🙂

[@chesterwolfe4390]

One thing I would like to note is that most consumers buy more bananas than they normally consume resulting in waste. The supermarket bunches bananas for convenience, and truthfully, to get you to buy more bananas therefore moving product and increasing sales. You are under no obligation to buy an entire bunch of bananas. Bananas, like a lot of produce, is sold by weight. You can go into the store and pull off one banana for purchase. So next time if you want just four bananas, buy only four bananas.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You've hit the nail on the head - bananas can be a tricky fruit to handle when it comes to waste. It's like a fine balance between buying enough to enjoy without letting them turn into a science experiment. I appreciate you bringing up the point that bananas are sold by weight and that folks are not obligated to purchase more than they need. That having been said, the information in the video will come in handy for people who cannot get to the store that often or who are inclined to buy from wholesale clubs. I appreciate your input, Mike 🧔

[@AnjelLee-nt1oz]

Target sells one banana.

[@AnnoyingNewsletters]

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[@buzkag]

No bananas are wasted if one knows how to do it. Ripened bananas are bake and made into banana cake.

[@mydear6788]

I am here because got 600 bananas fall off my trees so need to see what to do with them ❤❤❤

[@stevenray93]

The strings inside the banana peel are called phloem bundles, which are what make up the vascular system in the fruit, delivering nutrients to the bananas. Another little tidbit that may be interesting to some folks is that the peel of the banana is edible and packed with nutrients. For me, I will stick to what lies beneath the skin, as they are not very pleasing to the pallet. In closing I would like to say thank you for your "Kitchen Tips" and as a new subscriber, I look forward to more videos in the future.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks for your information Steven. The peel of the banana may in fact be loaded with nutrients but like you, I am going to stick to the fruit on the inside, Mike ☺

[@charlotteembry7509]

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[@jeanarthur8803]

peals make a great addition to the compost bin.

[@dannybrack7422]

Well, mom always called them banana strings just like you did. I live in Costa Rica and I control the gas by separating the bananas. literally keeping each one maybe a yard away from each other. And you can take a tiny piece of plastic wrap and wrap around the topmost area of the banana which helps keep the gas from ripening it's brothers. If that doesn't work try getting a 7-year-old. Mine eats them before they can go bad.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Keeping bananas apart to control their ripening is a fantastic tip, thanks for sharing! Personally, I haven't had much success with wrapping the banana ends to slow down ripening, which is why I came up with the method I mentioned in the video many years ago. Mike

[@Mr2ndkings]

My mom said the strings were the fiber we need. 😊

[@jenniferbrown-west782]

That's exactly how I store mine, separate and wrapped. A closed bowl will only keep the gas around the 🍌🍌. I'll move mine to the refrigerator to slow ripening even more.

[@jenniferbrown-west782]

That's exactly how I store mine, separate and wrapped. A closed bowl will only keep the gas around the 🍌🍌. I'll move mine to the refrigerator to slow ripening even more.

[@frenypatel9881]

Interesting. Incidentally what I do is tie a tight plastic around the top of the bunch of bananas to ensure the ethylene gas doesn't cause the bananas to ripen too fast. I have found that to be a good remedy too. The ethylene gas comes out from the top of the banana, hence the idea would be to ensure to tie it real tight.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks for your feedback. We tried the plastic around the top of the bananas and it didn't seem to work. In the end, what worked best was what we demonstrated in the video, Mike 🧓

[@Allie-ck2lj]

@@KitchenTipsOnline We use the plastic and it works great! East. Peasy. And, costs nothing!

[@Akula114]

The "stringy bits" are "phloem bundles" and are very nutritious. I've heard them called many things, mostly stuff you wouldn't say in mixed company since some of the men might find such talk objectionable. BTW, since I already knew the ethylene gas thing, I was still taught something new! You mentioned that bananas ripening on the counter could be refrigerated. I had always been told this would just speed up the browning and ruin the fruit. It's just the husk (or skin) that continues to brown! Thank you!

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Don, thanks for your feedback and information, Mike 🙂

[@wishingb5859]

I put mine in the fridge and I have found that even when the skin turns brown, the bananas are sometimes still perfect with no soft spots. I will try your way with mine.

[@joyandpeacefullaughter5307]

How long can you keep them in the fridge before they spoil?

[@wishingb5859]

@@joyandpeacefullaughter5307 I am not sure. It adds a few days longer to the life of a fresh banana than leaving it on the counter. When I was in college, I saw brown bananas in the fridge and then I saw someone take one and it was perfect on the inside. I ate one and there wasn't any bruising and it shocked me because I would have thrown it out without checking.

[@SuperBigDog2U]

I see two things here, the dark bananas = super moist banana cake/bread/muffins and then the yellow bananas = a great snack/banana split. Love me some bananas!!! Love this video, definitely a great idea. we hang ours from a tree on the counter to prevent bruising but that doesn't of course stop the aging/browning. I may have to look and see if I can find a suitable container to place the banana tree WITH the bananas hanging on it, within the sealed container, to slow aging and bruising. Best of both worlds. If it fails, there's always great tasting baked banana products from the blackened ones...yum either way! Thanks for the great video.

[@gailbishop8078]

My pet peeve is how fast they ripen!! I don’t like them at all once any brown appears I don’t know why I am so picky but don’t like the flavor change or texture change. Thanks sooo much!!

[@larrybe2900]

When you get them home cut them to be individual bananas. This will give you 2 or 3 extra days.

[@suziemorelock4994]

I'm the same way...I like mine yellow with very little brown if any at all🍌🍌🍌🍌

[@estherstrategicadvisor749]

Larry Be Cool idea! Refrigerating them on the SECOND DAY works too.

[@jkgill55]

Gail, I am the same way, once they get specks on them I can't eat them, I dont like the taste of them, I'll freeze them &make banana bread!!! 🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌

[@cynthiar7350]

Gail Bishop Same!

[@garygillett440]

Since there is so much good information on this comment page, I thought I'd throw in my advice and the way I use the peel. I've healed and moisturized my skin, and used the nutrients to heal wounds by rubbing the peel on the wound! ;) Also, if it's in the 'fridge, it feels GOOD on the skin and reduces any swelling, as well. Try it! Thanks for all the good advice from you and your watchers.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Gary Gillett, never imagined that a banana peel would have the ability to help heal a wound. Thank you for the tip I'm going to check it out, Mike ☺

[@sarahstrong7174]

Also pigs love to eat Banana skins.

[@te7931]

@@sarahstrong7174 so do goats and cows. It's a battle to save our peels for the garden

[@mongiwamabaleka4820]

I use banana peels for my skin regime kkk it's good for evening out the skin tone and as an anti aging something

[@maceycornell]

Banana strings nameThe strings are called Phloem Bundles (pronounced flom). They are part of the system that carries nutrition to all parts of the banana. Michael Thogersen.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Cool beans, thank you very much I always wondered what those things were called. They can be pretty annoying, haha, Mike

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Wheel chair Mamma Prepper you saved me explaining. Thanks. Also just sent a reply pointing out that when spotty,that's at best nutrition.xxx

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[@luckyladycj]

And if you'll watch monkeys eat bananas, they eat peel them from the bottom so they don't have to deal with the strings.

[@robinhill124]

I just came across your video and I love it. You get straight to the point and no nonsense rambling like other videos. Thank you.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks for checking out the video and the kind words, Mike 🧔.

[@thesilentgeneration]

Freeze them, they last much longer and are a great-frozen treat.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Great tip, thanks! Freezing bananas is a great way to keep them fresh. When you freeze bananas, the ethylene gas that causes them to ripen is slowed down, so they will stay good for several weeks. Frozen bananas are also a great way to make smoothies, banana bread, and other baked goods. To freeze bananas, simply peel them and slice them into rounds or chunks. Place the bananas in a freezer bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months. When you're ready to use the bananas, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature. Enjoy! Mike 🧔 Here are some additional tips for freezing bananas: If you're freezing bananas for smoothies, you can slice them up and freeze them on a baking sheet in a single layer. Once they're frozen, you can transfer them to a freezer bag or container. This will help prevent the bananas from sticking together. You can also freeze bananas whole. To do this, simply peel the bananas and place them in a freezer bag or container. Be sure to label the bag or container with the date so you know how long the bananas have been frozen. Frozen bananas can be used in a variety of recipes. They're a great addition to smoothies, banana bread, muffins, and pancakes. You can also use them to make ice cream or sorbet.

[@lordorielrising4673]

My pots/pan/SS toaster oven all look brand new thanks to you! AND IT WAS SO EASY!

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You're welcome! Thanks for the feedback, Mike 🙂

[@sharonhardy9795]

I just separate the bananas and place them in the same bowl as my lemons. Works very well too

[@jenniferbrown-west782]

Great video about the gases and how they ripen the bananas quicker. The only thing I do differently is separate my bananas before wrapping the stems. To slow ripening even more I'll toss them in the refrigerator, separate and wrapped. Thank you for your video tips, all of them.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Before I uploaded the video a while back I tried all kinds of different ways to keep bananas from ripening. Wrapped them in plastic like you do, wrap the ends etc. But nothing worked as well as what was demonstrated in the video. Thanks for your feedback and kind words, Mike 🧔

[@nhowei5394]

I've been a Blue Apple fan for 3 years. I stash a couple of 'em with all my fresh produce in & out of the fridge. They work like a charm, but you have to remember to change out the little packets about every 12-14 weeks.. BTW, the contents of the used packets can be sprinkled into your potted plants to give the soil a nutritional boost!😉 Loving your channel!

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Nho Wei, I had no Idea about the plant thing, that's a great tip, thanks! I appreciate you feedback and the kind words. Mike ☺

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[@joanjasper58]

U can wrap tightly, the tip of the banana with plastic wrap, it will help keep them abit longer.

[@MrTiggerr84]

I'll definitely try this.....I also take a little press and seal plastic wrap and wrap the top stem of the banana bunch and that also slows down the ripening process!

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Excellent tip on sealing the tip of the banana. I suspect that's where the ethylene gas escapes from the banana most of the time, Mike 🧓

[@Mark-fy9iu]

Nice project for science class to understand ethylene gas. Never dawned on me how bananas stay fresh picked while in transit from Central America to the Canadian grocery store. I cannot foresee ever really needing to practice this in our kitchen simple because they are eaten so rapidly, and, should any actually remain after a couple days, well the grandkids love banana bread.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Mark 1962, haha thanks for your feedback! I have the same issue because my grandkids will never let bananas go beyond two or three days. Mike ☺

[@macycharmin]

Wow! Thanks for posting this!! Maybe this will keep me from wasting bananas. I buy several at different ripening stages, after being at home they all ripen quickly to the same ripeness. It's so frustrating. Oh, I peel from the bottom, so much easier. but at times I still get the thicker strands of whatever that is.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Hey Macy! I'm really glad you found the video helpful. Dealing with bananas ripening quickly can definitely be frustrating. Using the method demonstrated in the video keeps the bananas from ripening but sometimes you may want to ripen one or two fast. I made a video on how to ripen bananas fast that you may want to check out. I'll include the link. Thanks for your feedback, Mike 🧔 How To Ripen Bananas Fast: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3i7gWmhjrihd6M

[@mjsbutterflygirl5740]

You just got a new subscriber because you showed me how to keep bananas from going bad so quickly... and still keep them out on the counter!👍🏼 Greetings from Nashville 👋🏼

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MJs ButterflyGirl, welcome aboard, thank you so much for the thumbs up! I appreciate the feedback, Mike ☺

[@colindeer9657]

The blunt end is the flower end and is the correct end to start to peel off. The bend stalk end is the stringy end and is usually the end that splits off whenever you attempt to peel from it. That’s because it’s not the correct end for peeling. It resists being peeled because it is not a natural reaction for it to go. This end normally attaches to the bunch at the stalk from which the banana grows in length and diameter as part of the bunch. The flower blooms at the other end and dies off shortly before the individual banana is ready for harvest.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Excellent detailed information! Thank you for taking the time to share it, Mike 👍🧔

[@mamag58]

The strings are called phloem bundles and are just as nutritious as the rest of the fruits.

[@damianlopez7630]

Wow. Thank you for the name of those little string bundles on the bananas the man of the video did ask if anyone knows what they're called and you certainly delivered with the name of the strings.

[@damianlopez7630]

@@williardbillmore5713 yes agreed I definitely eat those little strings on the bananas... also they are nutritious so it's worth it. Thank you.

[@thethrillofpattaya8404]

***Hey...The difference in nutritional value between eating the bundles is not enough of a benefit to having to deal with EATING STRINGS!***

[@Steve_in_NJ]

OMG! Came across your video and then wow! Just purchased a set of Blue Apples from your link. One set will go into my refrigerator's crisper bin, the other with the bananas, which I eat daily to help with my blood pressure medicines.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Hi Steve, Thank you so much for your kind words and for supporting the channel! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the video and even got a set of Blue Apples using the link. It sounds like you have a great plan for using them in your refrigerator and with your daily bananas. I hope they work wonders for keeping your produce fresh and assisting with your blood pressure medicines. Feel free to keep me updated on how it goes, and if you have any other ideas or feedback, I'd love to hear them. Thanks again for being a part of the community! Mike

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

This will save us a lot of money on wasted bananas Thanks. 👍

[@donrseale]

Thanks for the return comment .and taking the time.. I am and American living in visayas philippines, and when I saw your post I had just finished a large bunch. red ones. I just got a new bunch. more than I can eat but as mentioned they have multiple benefits and the do taste better.. I hope they work for you

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You're welcome, thanks for the follow up, Mike 🧓

[@liemdrake]

thanks for the info about storing bananas for a long time I've been having a use of bananas a lot recently especially to make smoothies.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Glad it was helpful! Mike 🧔

[@Jennifr1966]

So glad to learn there's a way to do this! My mother is also asking me to buy her banana, but winds up not eating them very often! And, being a good daughter, I like to buy her the organic. So I can't wait to try this!

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Jennifer W, you're welcome Jennifer, thanks for the feedback. After you try it, please come back and let us know how it works for you, Mike

[@Alan-71351]

Wet a paper towel somewhat, wrap banan, put up n fridge, lasts 12- 17 days. I goorantee!

[@hoosieronan]

Those strings in between the fruit and skin is rich in fiber, B6 and B12. Called the Phloem I think and they're kind of like veins that carry the nutrients to the fruit. There's the mineral manganese and possibly more, don't know. I've been washing each banana then cutting the ends off and chopping them to size for the blender. Puree with a peach or two topping it with iced strawberries. Mmmmm Whipped cream...oh man...I'm starting to cry 😎

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Michael Strawser Sounds delicious thanks for sharing, Mike ☺

[@hoosieronan]

Thanks for your tips on preserving bananas. I plan on watching your show from here on out. Well done and really informative . I imagine the majority of your viewers feel as I do and hate to see food gone to waste. Please keep the tips coming ! You and your staff are greatly appreciated !

[@santoshagarwal4410]

Where we can have this string called Phloem

[@livelife1899]

Just added the product (from your affiliate link) to my cart! Can you help me understand if refrigeration with the blueapple makes a difference? Does it make a difference if you refrigerate the bowl vs. storing it at room temperature?

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Whether you're using the BluApple or not if you put bananas in the refrigerator they will turn brown quickly. The temperature has an effect on bananas that causes them to turn brown. The best place to use the BluApple with bananas is on the countertop as indicated in the video. Thank you for your support! 😊 Mike 🧔

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@@KitchenTipsOnline Noted! Thanks so much! Ordered!

[@ginnyderrenkamp9412]

Hey Mike, I found to keep asparagus. For longer time. I live by myself, I can't eat as much as they bunch together. Well I take a lg glass fill with water maybe half way. Take the asparagus cut some of the stem off put that end into to glass. It stays really nice until you want to use it. I love it. Store in refrigerator of course. Love your video. Virginia👍👍

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks for the kind words and for the asparagus tip Virginia. Personally I am not a fan of asparagus but I will definitely pass it on to my daughter who is, Mike 🙂

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Welcome aboard Cody. Thanks for taking the time to leave a well-documented tip. I appreciate it, and everyone who reads it will also. Mike 🧔

[@butchusle1242]

When get home from the store I melt some canning wax on my induction cook top and dip the cut area to completely coat the cut surface. This will delay the ripening. Coating the wound every time you rip off a banana will slow the process down even more.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Very interesting, I am definitely going to try that. Thanks for the tip and feedback, Mike 🙂

[@barbaraigra8806]

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[@bonniesworob-cender5838]

The pale strings on the inside of a banana are called "phloem bundles"! The name refers to the tissue type, aka phloem, which act as the plant's vascular system, delivering nutrients up and down the fruit.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thank you so much for the information Bonnie. I appreciate it, Mike 🧓

[@llathem2212]

Freeze bananas when they are the color you like (or a day before). Peel bananas first of course. I save the bags that had cereal in them or granola, etc. Put one or two bananas per bag into the freezer. Take out the freezer and there you go, an ice pop with no added sugar and healthy goodness. Yum Yum Yum!

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Excellent tip Amy, thank you for the suggestion, Mike 🧓

[@VABee59]

The string is called phloem bundles.🍌

[@ch1766]

It will save more trips to the grocery store since I've been only buying 2 at a time so they don't go bad, but I had an infestation of fruit flies one time when I bought more than I could eat in a few days. Eek. I thought I'd never get rid of all those pests. So now it's down to 2 at a time, but after I get these pods, I will buy more at a time. Thanks for the gadget tip.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks for the kind words and taking the time to leave feedback, I appreciate it, Mike 🙂

[@johnhunt9942]

Such a grand ideas. Thanks for the infos!!

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You're welcome! Thanks for having the courtesy to leave feedback. I appreciate it, Mike 🧔

[@jaymevogl4338]

Are you keeping the blu apple bananas in the fridge at all??

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

The only time I put the bananas in the refrigerator is after 15 days if there's any left and they start to get black on the outside. That's when they become banana bread, Mike

[@winsomelorainepeter6773]

Thank you so much Mike! The information you shared is very helpful.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You are welcome! Thanks for taking the time to leave feedback, Mike 🙂

[@ithacacomments4811]

Eat some. Peel and freeze the rest. I slice them. Then I can drop a few slices at a time in my smoothies. Or I make sorbet out of the frozen slices in my bullet machine ...add a few strawberries or raspberries....yummie !

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New subscriber! I like that you recap previous videos in a matter of seconds, it still shows everything but doesn't take away from the video. It made me want to watch the other ones too. 💫

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Thanks for subscribing and the feedback. I appreciate it, Mike 🧔

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[@nancun2837]

I’d prefer that he skipped all the other stuff and get to the Amazon commercial

[@jadenephrite]

BluApple perforated hollow plastic pods contain Sodium Permanganate and Clinoptilolite volcanic ash which absorb ethylene gas from the surrounding area and thus slow down the ripening of certain fruits such as bananas.

[@peterayling4131]

The streamers on a banana supply nutrients to the fruit just like our veins do for us. They are good to eat as well, so is the peel.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Peter Ayling, thanks Peter, I eat the banana strings but I can't eat the banana peel. You don't seriously eat the banana peel do you? Mike ☺

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[@MegaBoopsie]

Alway wondered how to save the banana , your info helped so much , now on to Amazone for the finding the product you shared to help preserve bananas , Thank You, enjoy your education show & wondered if you have a book out Yet? .. I do need one . Ok

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You're very kind Carolyn. No I don't have a book out but it's something to think about. I appreciate the feedback, Mike 🧓

[@Truther567]

Just subscribed. I’m all for ideas to keep food longer. Just wondering, could you use the little packages that come in lots of things that keep moisture out ? I have saved a lot of these.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

I'm pretty sure you could use those but you would probably need a lot of them. Most of them have desiccant or activated carbon and that will do the job I believe, although I haven't tested it. Thanks for subscribing, welcome aboard, Mike 🙂

[@theblogauthority]

@@KitchenTipsOnline Those things only keep out the moisture. You need something that actually removes the ethylene gas released by fruits and veggies as they ripen.

[@darblanchard3968]

From Michigan now live in Florida I do notice the difference even though I keep my home cool enough. I often have to put them in the fridge after buying them green.

[@derekstill8826]

The stringy bits are known as phloem (pronounced flom). They act as veins to bring nutrients to the fruit, and if you don't like them, peel your banana from the bottom up and apparently you won't get them! Phloem has a very important function when it comes to the growth of plants. Harking back to school biology days, you may remember that plants have two different types of transport tissue. Xylem transports water and solutes from the roots to the leaves, while phloem transports food from the leaves to the rest of the plant, giving the banana its flavour and nutrients. Hope this helps - Derek.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thank you very much for taking time to share the info about banana strings, Mike 🙂

[@damianlopez7630]

It was so wonderful that you did not let any of the bananas go to waste... what an awesome video. Thank you for sharing.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You're welcome 😊 Thanks for taking the time to leave feedback, Mike 🧔

[@damianlopez7630]

@@KitchenTipsOnline you got it!

[@TshidiLetlotlo]

Thanks for your tips bc I buy full cabbage after cut I rap it and put In freezer it still fresh

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

That's a great tip! Thanks for sharing, Mike 🧔👍

[@lordemed1]

Wild macque monkeys in Indonesia peel bananas from the bottom, not from the stem.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You're absolutely right, and I appreciate your comment. Peeling a banana from the bottom, akin to how monkeys do it in Indonesia, is commonly known as the 'monkey method'. Mike 🧔

[@cynthiar7350]

I have those blue apple things but only used them in the fridge. Since I like green 🍌 this is the perfect tip! My mother-in-law told me I would get cholera from eating them green. She forgot I’m a nurse 👩🏼‍⚕️ 🙄

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Cynthia, welcome aboard, thanks for the thumbs-up. I appreciate the feedback, Mike 🙂

[@alisafehr2672]

I just subscribed and I'm looking forward to learning a lot about cooking and kitchen tips! Now I know how to keep my bananas from turning black too soon. Thanks a bunch!

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Welcome aboard Alisa. I appreciate your feedback. Below is a link to one of my newer videos that you may want to check out. Even if you do not own an air fryer yet, you will learn a very cool way to cook hamburgers with no cleanup and how to make Big Mac sauce that tastes exactly like the Big Mac sauce you get at McDonald's. Here is the link, Mike kzbin.info/www/bejne/gl6Qnq1mf6iUeMk

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@@KitchenTipsOnline thanks for the link but I've never eaten a big mac or 99% of McDonald's food products! Only recently had I tried their chicken nuggets but before that the last time I had a happy meal was when I was a teenager. So to put it in perspective I'm 60 years old now, so its been around 45 years ago since I last had that happy meal! So as for the recipe for the big mac sauce, I don't believe that I'll ever use it but thanks for your quick response!

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[@carolsutton6219]

Eat them faster

[@WilliamMurphy-uv9pm]

I got the thanks a bunch line. Good for you.

[@pottingersandra]

Thanks for tips. I will do that

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks for the feedback, Mike 🧔

[@flycow69]

Great job. Sometimes I wonder why there is so much food waste in our country when they are solutions to extending the Shelf life of fruits and vegetables. Take the example of some supermarkets they rather charge 79 cents a pound for basic bananas and dump half of their rotten bananas after 7 to 10 days on the shelf instead of charging 59 cent a pound on day 1, 49 cent a pound on day 3 and 3 pounds for a dollar on day 5 or 7. Here is a tip for grocery stores and supermarkets start selling banana smoothies for the bananas that are10 days old on the shelf.

[@willycat7445]

Now how about how to keep Avocados 🥑 from ripening so fast. Love the information. Need some little blue balls 💙 in my banana bowl. 🍌 Thanks for a great video.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks for the feedback and the kind words. Since I'm not a fan of avocados, I have never had to store them. Perhaps someone who reads this can make a suggestion for you, Mike 🧔

[@dallimamma]

::: Keeping them in the fridge helps, but, they’re even freezing Avocados now!

[@Chosen1Ras]

Great video Sir👍🏽 I have been fighting this problem for quite some time. Thank you 🙏🏾

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Chosen1 Ras, thank you very much for the kind words and taking the time to leave a feedback. I appreciate it, Mike ☺

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[@ETTe316]

Thank You! I just learned of this watching your video! I will get one.

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You're very kind! I appreciate you supporting us! Mike 🧔👍

[@ETTe316]

@@KitchenTipsOnline Happy New Year 2023! God Bless You For The Very Best!

[@mikealcoa6002]

Been watching KZbin videos for over a year now.. You're my first subscription.. Appreciate the time invested in making these informative videos.. Keep it up.. Thank you sir..

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks! I appreciate the kind words and you taking the time to leave feedback, Mike ☺

[@bettygibson634]

When they turn darker, make a banana pudding! More flavor, tastes great!

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Banana pudding sounds delicious. Thanks for the tip and feel free to share your recipe and your response, Mike 🧓

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[@joanrainey2870]

And FULL of nutrients because the when a banana is spotted,the nutrients from their skin has leeched into the fruit. Best eaten when spotty.

[@evelyndenton4840]

I use the green platic bags made for this purpose, works great.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

evelyn denton, see how smart you are! You are already ahead of the game. Please share any other kitchen tips that you have. ☺ Thanks for your feedback, Mike ♥

[@lunacadence6050]

What green plastic bags are you talking about? Thank you.

[@maureenserafini1949]

This product is simply awesome!! Thank you so much for sharing!!

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks Maureen, I appreciate you having the courtesy to come back and let everyone know! Mike 🧓

[@patjenkins25]

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[@izzy9132]

Thank you for saving me money, time and aggravation. I'm single and depressed when my air tight containers of various delicate lettuces quickly goes bad. As a result I find that I eat many fewer greens than when I had a family to eat it up quickly. You are in fact immediately going to increase my good health.

[@barefootcontessa3112]

If your leafy salad ingredients are going soggy in the containers put some kitchen roll in the tub, it absorbs the damp and keeps them fresh longer.

[@phylliselibazathbrooks7708]

Very helpful...thank u plez keep us updated with ur videis

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You're very welcome. If you are subscribed and clicked the bell to receive notifications, you will automatically receive a message from KZbin when I post a new video. Mike

[@cw5451]

I’ve been watching several videos on how to store bananas, and your video is the best! Thank you! And on a sidenote, you have great hair!

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You're very kind, thank you for the feedback. My hair is getting very long but I am sequestered because of the covid-19 virus and can't get a haircut, Mike 🧓

[@cw5451]

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[@milagrossalinas1673]

Thank you po, Sir for sharing with Us, to preserve po, 🙏💕💖❤️. God Blessed Us 🙏💕.

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Preserve Banana,

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thank you too 🧔

[@MrCoconutcat]

This is what I need to buy for my church, because they have a food line with boxes and boxes of bananas, so I'm gonna save this video for those blue pods

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks for your feedback, please let me know how the Blue Apples works for you, Mike ☺

[@deliverspresence]

Separate the bananas to slow ripening too. Then put in refrigerator drawer in plastic bag to keep from other ripening fruit, especially apples. Mine stay good for at least a week. Skin darkening does not ripen banana in fridge.

[@annkennedy6674]

I lovu my bananas💍🧈🍌

[@KennethMMuhammad]

I don’t know what the strings are called but they are loaded with potassium, which is great for brain. I always eat them. Potassium keeps us from going “bananas”.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Kenneth Muhammad, place for your feedback, Mike ☺

[@Ann_Palmer]

About to order one now!

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks Ann, I appreciate your support. Mike 🧔

[@GhostkNYC]

Nice video thank you 🙏🏽 I ordered it

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thank you for your order and taking the time to leave feedback. I appreciate it, Mike 🙂

[@davidmetzger9349]

The strings in a banana are called Phloam. They are tubules that transport nutrients inside the peel

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks 🧔

[@peterayling4131]

As long as you eat the peel with the rest of the banana, it's ok. However I boil the peel and drink the water to help me sleep - lots of potassium in the peel that relaxes one's muscles.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Peter Ayling, thanks for the additional information. I'm going to try boiling the peels and see how it tastes. My guess is probably not all that good. I appreciate your feedback, Mike ☺

[@juliecasey3283]

IF IT HELPS ME SLEEP WHO CARES HOW IT TASTES ! Thank you for your generous comment

[@terrybrailsford793]

The Stringy are beneficial for you, full of lots things that do you good. Don't throw them away.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

terry brailsford, great tip, thanks for sharing. I appreciate the feedback, Mike ☺

[@fishing_with_chaz]

You just earned yourself a new subscriber

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Chaz Maxwell, thank you so much for the additional thumbs up and welcome aboard, Mike ☺

[@Andy-df5fj]

Since marinating in the ethylene gas is the cause of quick ripening, I wonder if simpy keeping the bananas well ventilated could help extend their shelf life.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Hi Andy, thanks for sharing your idea! As you learned in the video, ethylene gas makes bananas ripen faster. What you might not know is that this gas is all around us. So, whether you store bananas in a well-ventilated spot or not, they'll still be exposed to ethylene gas. It's like they're surrounded by it no matter where they go. - Mike

[@emilyrivera9220]

Thank you for great tip!

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You're welcome Emily, thanks for the feedback, Mike 🙂

[@THRITCHIE76]

I cut the bananas when they're ripe, put the slices on parchment paper, let them freeze all the way through, put them in a freezer bag, and take them out when I want a slice.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

That is an excellent tip! Thanks for sharing, Mike

[@TruthSeekersTarot1]

Just eat them before they go bad or don't buy more than you can eat. Keep life simple.

[@Nethanel773]

Thank you for putting this up.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You're welcome. I appreciate the feedback! Mike 9

[@MrZanProductions]

demonstration each day was a great visual proof. thanks

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Evan, most people don't stick around to watch the best part of the video! Thanks for the kind words and leaving feedback. As a KZbin Creator it’s delicate balance between how much information to provide taking into account that the typical KZbin viewer is way too quick to click away. You might be surprised to find out that most folks only watch 51% of the video. That's right, they click on the video to get the information yet they never hear it. Mike

[@AGreaterAmerica]

@@KitchenTipsOnline I'm retired, so have plenty of time to watch long videos, but you could have shown and said it all in one minute or less. Then more people would watch the entire video and maybe buy the product you are pitching. Just saying...

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Bob, I appreciate your feedback but perhaps since you are not a KZbin creator there may be a couple of things you are not familiar with. The most important thing is that if I had made a 1-2 minute video you would have never seen it. And that's because KZbin ranks videos based on how long people watch them. By taking the time to demonstrate day by day how the process worked, I accomplished two things, visual proof that the process actually does work and communicating effectively with the KZbin algorithm. Below is a link to a video that may help you understand the KZbin ranking process better, Mike ☺ kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIG1eouIi7d8hpo

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[@Wyyaa]

This is very handy for covid-19 locked down .🍌🍌🍌🍌 Thanks for your video !🤗🤗🤗👏

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You're welcome, I hope you and your family are safe. Mike 🙂

[@jon316love9]

Awesome!! Thank you we’re gonna try this

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You are very welcome. ☺

[@jeffj318]

Great video! I cut mine up and freeze in a plastic bag. Take out what you need.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Jeff, thanks for the kind words, Mike 🧔

[@waynezimmerman4523]

The stringy things on the bananas are called "cling ons" at our house .😁

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Wayne Zimmerman, haha, I love it! That is in fact what they are. Thanks for your feedback, Mike ☺

[@robbieoneil5945]

Wayne Zimmerman, What's the difference between the Starship Enterprise & toilet paper? Nothing! They both circle Uranus looking for Klingons.

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[@coraldelight21]

I've been using Debbie Myers "green bags", however, they don't seem to help. We usually have 2 or 3 bananas by the end of the week that get thrown out........ It did keep some green apples for 2 months, but they had not as good a taste as fresh did, but I made a pie out of them.Thanks, am getting the BluApples now..... :)

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Dorothy Heath, sounds to me like you are already ahead of the game. Thanks for your feedback and if you purchased the blue apples from our store, thank you for your purchase, Mike ☺

[@carlgeberbauer1615]

Strings are scientifically called “phloem bundles,” and are just as nutritious as the rest of the fruit. They are packed full of potassium, fiber, vitamin A, and vitamin B6.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Hey Carl, thanks for the information! I appreciate the feedback, Mike 🙂

[@japhethalipin2146]

Thank you for the tips sir

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You're welcome 🧔

[@bosoxhater2262]

Just made great banana bread yesterday. I've got no problem re-purposing my bananas. :o)

[@theblogauthority]

LOVE Banana bread!! 😍 Yum!!

[@casimirkotarba5186]

I have been making banana bread from scratch for over 20 yrs

[@mislady56]

WOW! This food tip is awesome. Thank you for your Channel & you just got another new subscriber!!! It’s my first time visiting But it won’t be my last! 😊

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Welcome aboard! Thanks for the kind words!, Mike 🧔

[@karenhighley7597]

They are called banana strings. That is the scientific name.

[@lornarobertson1643]

Hi the stringy parts in bananas have the most vitamins! am told you should eat them with the banana 😁👍

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Lorna Robertson, thanks, Mike ☺

[@sdhusain8359]

Hiii

[@die-sas7462]

Onme house we get them on a paper bag then on the fridge, we like some lil dark and sweet

[@Aarav.patel000]

You are awesome Mike💯

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks 🧔

[@angebrowne1730]

Thank you. Much appreciated.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

You're welcome, thank you very much for the feedback, Mike 🙂

[@deannarichie7487]

I find the Little Debbie Green Bags keeps bananas for about 6 days in fridge. When they start to turn too soft freeze them for Bread later..

[@jacquelinejones1493]

Can you reuse the apples? How long do they absorb the gas for?

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

jacqueline jones, yes you can reuse them anytime for up to a year according to the manufacturer. Mike ☺

[@meibing4912]

Great tip.

[@KitchenTipsOnline]

Thanks for watching! I appreciate the feedback, Mike 🙂