Keep bananas at room temperature until ripe
Separate bananas from the bunch
Wrap the stems with plastic wrap or foil
Hang bananas on a banana hook
Store ripe bananas in the refrigerator
Freeze peeled bananas for long-term storage
Use airtight containers for cut bananas
Brush cut bananas with lemon juice or pineapple juice
Keep bananas away from direct sunlight and heat
Do not store bananas near other ripening fruits
Check bananas regularly and remove overripe ones
Make banana bread, smoothies, or puree with excess ripe bananas