- Freshness is easy, don't be melon-dramatic - Melons
Use within 1 week for whole melons3–4 days for cut melon
How to Store Melons
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Wait
Whole melon should be left at room temperature until ripe.
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Place
Once ripe, place whole, uncovered melons, in the refrigerator.
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Cover
To store melon halves, cover tightly with either ClingWrap or Press'n Seal® wrap.
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Refrigerate
To store cut melon, seal in a GladWare® food protection container and refrigerate.
Keeps up to 8 months
How to Freeze Melons
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Prepare
Remove melon rind and cut into cubes.
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Spread
Spread onto baking sheet and place in freezer until completely frozen.
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Transfer
Transfer to Freezer Zipper bags or FreezerWare™ container.
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Freeze
Remove as much air as possible if using bags, then seal. Place in the deepest part of the freezer.
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