Produce 101 - Onions

Produce 101 - Onions

Picking the best

Select onions that are completely dry and smooth. Dry onions can be divided into two categories, storage onions and sweet onions. Dry onion should be well shaped and dry enough to crackle. Thin necks and bright, hard bulbs are two other indications of quality. Onions that are extremely soft or sprouting should be avoided.

Storing

Select onions that are completely dry and smooth. Dry onions can be divided into two categories, storage onions and sweet onions. Dry onion should be well shaped and dry enough to crackle. Thin necks and bright, hard bulbs are two other indications of quality. Onions that are extremely soft or sprouting should be avoided.