I live alone and I don't quite go through bread often enough before the last quarter section ... trips to the grocery store) ...

Unlike the UK where Wren lives where it's not safe to eat a food after the use-by date has passed, in the US it tends to be the last date recommended ... for a "very long time," the USDA says.

Luckily, there are ways to hack your way to fresher, longer-lasting groceries. Here are some of the best ways to store your food for optimal freshness. Treat herbs like flowers by keeping them ...