On Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 1:52:16 PM UTC-5, JRStern wrote:
> OK I've had this question for a long time now.
>
> When I buy a small jar of various tapenades and dips and condiments at
> TJ's, when I open it and use a few ounces things are generally fine.
> I put the jar in the fridge after opening, but when I take it out and
> open it to use again, there is a quarter inch of water in the jar -


It is separating because of the dent you put in it. Think of digging a hole at the beach. Level your dip out before putting it back.