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Julia Child’s Depression-Era Hack for Storing Onions Is Genius

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By Lindsay Parrill

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Published on Oct. 31, 2025 Save Saved Saving

Julia Child found a simple way to keep onions fresh for months, and all it takes is a pair of pantyhose. Her Depression-era storage hack is still brilliant today.

Julia Child wasn’t just a culinary icon; she was a practical home cook at heart. Long before she brought French cuisine to American kitchens, she was the queen of making do. The “Mastering the Art of French Cooking” author knew that good food starts with good ingredients, and that includes how you store them.

Proper storage can mean the d

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