You can store bananas in the fridge to delay their browning process — but you need to make sure that the bananas are already at your desired ripeness before you stick them in the refrigerator.

Storing bananas in the fridge is generally more beneficial than keeping them in a fruit bowl, as most fruits release a growth hormone called ethylene gas.

Rachel Sherwood, a chef and founder of Impressions At Home, recommends that the optimal location to store ripe bananas is in the fridge, as this reduces the production of ethylene gas. Rachel advised: ...

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