Geoffrey S. Mendelson wrote:

> Brian Mailman wrote:
>
>> Don't they already preserve themselves in a cool dry environment like a
>> root cellar?
>
> Not everyone has a root cellar. In many places, cool dry environments
> are impossible to come by without refrigeration and dehumidification.

Ah, OK. Well, not necessarily a root cellar--San Francisco is somewhat
humid and I can keep them in my kitchen for at least a month.

But point taken.

B/