Tesco issues 'important' warning to shoppers on the correct way to store bread

06 March 2024 , 13:16

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Bread can last up to six months if it's stored correctly (Image: Getty Images/Maskot)

Bread is a staple in every UK household - but you could be storing it wrong according to Tesco.

The supermarket giant has issued a warning to bread lovers across the country as they urge people to store it correctly. As there are around 12 million loaves of bread sold daily in the UK, it's important to know how to make the most out of the humble ingredient.

The cost of living crisis means Brits are holding onto their pennies tighter than ever, and keeping food fresher for longer can help save money on your food shopping and reduce food waste. In a recent statement, Tesco shared the important bread update to make sure you don't end up throwing it away - and claimed if it's stored in the right way, it can keep for up to six months.

Tesco warned: "Fresh bread can go stale within 2-3 days, while store-bought bread lasts a maximum of one week, making it difficult to use up in time. If you've come home from one of our stores – or just had a grocery shop delivered – and have a loaf or two of sliced bread you'd like to save for a rainy day, put them straight in the freezer in the packaging they came in.

They further detailed: "Once you've sourced freezer space for your bread, you can keep it there for up to 1 month if it's wrapped in a single layer. If you've done the double wrap, the bread will keep for as long as 6 months."

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If you aren't a fan of freezing your loaves, the supermarket suggests wrapping it in paper is best, as this "allows just enough air to circulate without trapping in moisture and allowing mould to propagate", Birmingham Mail reports. Tesco then added: "Don't underestimate the power of your humble bread bin (or bread box)."

It's good news for the humble bread bins, as the supermarket giant told fans they should opt for one to help preserve their bread: "A large bread bin helps to balance humidity with just the right amount of air circulation, preventing your bread from drying out without making it damp. As tempting as it is to store everything in your bread bin, it's best to avoid over-stuffing it, as that prevents proper air circulation."

Niamh Kirk