If the glass method feels too fancy for your Tuesday night, don’t worry. You can also treat your parsley to a damp paper towel spa treatment. It’s mess-free and takes about thirty seconds.
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First, wash your parsley (even if it looks clean) and give it a good, thorough dry. Wet parsley is slimy parsley, so use a salad spinner or pat with a towel until it’s practically dry. Then, spread the leaves on a slightly damp (not dripping!) paper towel.
Roll the towel up like a sleeping bag, enclosing the parsley inside. Pop that little green burrito into a zip-top bag, press out the air, and close it up. The towel keeps the humidity perfect without drowning the leaves.
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The paper towel acts like a moisture regulator. It absorbs any excess water that could cause rot, while releasing just enough moisture to stop the leaves from crisping up. It’s like a tiny, absorbent climate control system for your fridge drawer.
