Mistake 1 — Refrigerating Everything
Many assume the refrigerator is the safest spot for any food. It seems logical: colder equals fresher. But that's not always true. Some foods actually deteriorate faster in the fridge, causing you to toss them sooner. Tomatoes become mealy and lose flavor. Potatoes turn gritty or oddly sweet. Onions prefer a cool, dry, ventilated space away from moisture. Bread goes stale more quickly in the fridge than at room temperature.