you’re free to even regrow new green onions from the unused root ends.

What’s the difference between green onions and scallions?

(Learn the difference betweenchives and green onions, as well).

green onions cut in halves

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Once you get home, rinse them well and start chopping.

Here’s how to cut green onions and tips on how to store them for long-lasting freshness.

This shape is most often used as a garnish for meals and makes a colorful finishing touch.

whole green onions

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Slice off the roots of each green onion and set aside to regrow (see below) or discard.

Hold your knife at a 45-degree angle to the bulb end and slice into pieces about 1/2 inch wide.

Try them in this Chicken Pad Thai recipe.

Cutting green onions into round pieces on a wooden cutting board

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Separate the green leaves from the light green and white bulb ends of the onions.

Reserve the bulb ends for another use.

Drain and pat dry before garnishing.

cutting green onions on the bias (diagonally) on a wooden cutting board

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Try using both rounds or bias-cut green onions and curled garnishes in thisScallion-Ginger Beef & Broccolirecipe.

Simply fill an airtight container like a mason jar with sliced onions and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

This helps keep the onions in a humidbut not wetenvironment, so they won’t get slimy.

cutting green onions lengthwise on a wooden cutting board

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green onion curls in a bowl

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Sliced green onion rounds in a small jar

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green onions in a glass

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