‘They’ll rot in the fridge!’ Keep onions edible for 6 months with clever storage hack

Plastic bags allow moisture to be trapped, which can lead to mould. 

Onions need to breathe, so a net or mesh bag is preferred – if you want to keep them together in some sort of bag – as it allows for better air flow and helps keep moisture levels down. 

For short term storage – when you plan to use onions in a day or two – placing them in a bowl on the kitchen counter, or in a cupboard is fine. 

For long term storage, onions should be kept in a cool, dry, dark place, away from light – a cellar or garage.