Pixjen Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 I need to pick the Hive brain. :) Over the past few years I've been working on eating healthier and eliminating junk. I pretty much got rid of all our plastic ware stuff, because of all the toxins they would leach. However, DH just bought himself a mandoline (the flat cutting thingy) and I need a way to store all the fruits and veggies that he's cutting up. (He looks like some kind of state fair huckster. lol!) So what is the best kind of storage system with the least toxic impact? I'm trying to avoid BPA, phthalates, and PVC. I would say that 90% of the time they would be used at home, so glass is fine. However, there is a chance that DH or DD may take one with them to microwave at work/school. (We don't have a microwave at home and it is a constant source of aggravation to DD. *lol*) Which storage system would you choose and why? TIA..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 I need to pick the Hive brain. :) Over the past few years I've been working on eating healthier and eliminating junk. I pretty much got rid of all our plastic ware stuff, because of all the toxins they would leach. However, DH just bought himself a mandoline (the flat cutting thingy) and I need a way to store all the fruits and veggies that he's cutting up. (He looks like some kind of state fair huckster. lol!) So what is the best kind of storage system with the least toxic impact? I'm trying to avoid BPA, phthalates, and PVC. I would say that 90% of the time they would be used at home, so glass is fine. However, there is a chance that DH or DD may take one with them to microwave at work/school. (We don't have a microwave at home and it is a constant source of aggravation to DD. *lol*) Which storage system would you choose and why? TIA..... Canning jars--the widemouthed pint and quart ones are great. They are stackable, hard to break, microwavable if you take the lids off, transparent, easy to label, insensitive to temperature, and cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraGB Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 I use those rectangular pyrex containers - they come in all sizes, big and small. But they do have a plastic cover (not sure what they are made from exactly). I suppose you could cover them with anything, but they stack nicely with the tops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cricket Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Canning jars--the widemouthed pint and quart ones are great. They are stackable, hard to break, microwavable if you take the lids off, transparent, easy to label, insensitive to temperature, and cheap. That is a good idea! I was at a local grocery store last night and there were quite a few boxes of canning jars on clearance. My dh hates the dark green plastic containers I have because he can't see through them. You can pick up some jars at thrift stores or maybe ask on Freecycle or Craigslist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kewb Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 I use an assortment of mason jars and snapware http://www.amazon.com/Snapware-Glasslock-Tempered-Storage-Containers/dp/B0029U57RA for food storage. For traveling with cut up fruits/veggies I keep some gladware around. It is lighter then glass and the toxic leaching is more a concern if you are putting hot food in or heating up food in it. For your dh, I had a coworker who kept a plate and silverware in his desk. He transferred the food to his plate to heat it up in the microwave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 (edited) I have glass refrigerator containers-square ones-from Waluniverse. They are fairly large and stack on top of eachother. They're also Anchor-Hocking. *love* them. http://www.amazon.com/Anchor-Hocking-Bake-Store-Glass/dp/B004CT6O0A/ref=pd_sim_hg_3 that's the amazon link, but, like i said, I got mine and the Waluniverse place. Edited August 22, 2011 by justamouse Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarcyB Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Pyrex :) (all you had to do was ask me! LOL). Rubbermaid has recently come out with a glassware storage line, too, and Anchor-Hocking is a lower $$ price point staple in the field. I don't heat anything in the microwave in plastic, ever. Even BPA-free. I know it's harder for C to take things to school, but I'd just make an investment and make sure she brings it home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sputterduck Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 I use glass. When I had a husband, I would send his meals in small rectangular glass storage containers. It worked great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcjlkplus3 Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 We got a set of glass containers with plastic snapware lids (those ones that lock on all 4 sides) from Costco for $20-30 I think, we use them ALL the time, for storing and reheating (sometimes I take the lids off and sometimes I leave them on and unlocked). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momof3littles Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Pyrex. It is more expensive but it has held up well for us. We've been using it for most of our food storage since about 2004 when we phased out most plastic. I also use the ball freezer jars for smaller quantities. I freeze soup for my kids in those, etc. and it is almost as easy to heat up as it is from a can. My DH has been using Pyrex for his work lunches for several years now without a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pixjen Posted August 22, 2011 Author Share Posted August 22, 2011 Pyrex :) (all you had to do was ask me! LOL). I need to put you on my speed dial. :D I don't heat anything in the microwave in plastic, ever. Even BPA-free. I know it's harder for C to take things to school, but I'd just make an investment and make sure she brings it home. She complains no matter what, so I'm not worried much about what she wants. *lol* We haven't had a microwave in 2-3 years and she STILL complains about it. She's a victim of the "On Demand" generation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaJo Posted August 22, 2011 Share Posted August 22, 2011 Canning jars--the widemouthed pint and quart ones are great. They are stackable, hard to break, microwavable if you take the lids off, transparent, easy to label, insensitive to temperature, and cheap. WSS I have been slowly converting over and I love them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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