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How to preserve and store your hearty greens

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            CHILLING RAW GREENS If you plan to enjoy your greens soon, you can store them in the refrigerator, but, for best results, don’t just toss them into the crisper. Prep them first: Discard any rubber bands or wire fasteners holding your greens together, strip the greens from the stems and tear large leaves into bite-size pieces. Add the greens to a large bowl of cold water and swish them vigorously to loosen any dirt. Transfer to a salad spinner or colander to remove excess liquid, then set greens on clean, dry dish towels in a single layer. Transfer your clean, dry greens to a large resealable bag lined with a dish towel or two paper towels, and gently press the bag to remove excess air. Refrigerate for up to 10 days. Whether you’re returning from an overambitious trip to the supermarket or organising an unruly haul from farmers’market,storing your seasonal bounty can be a challenge.Sturdy greens like kale, collard greens,Swiss chard, mustar...