The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is a measure of the average change over time in the prices paid by urban consumers for a market basket of consumer goods and services.
Keep beans airtight and cool. Your beansâ greatest enemies are air, moisture, heat, and light. To preserve your beansâ fresh roasted flavor as long as possible, store them in an opaque, air-tight container at room temperature. Coffee beans can be beautiful, but avoid clear canisters which will allow light to compromise the taste of your coffee. Keep your beans in a dark and cool location. A cabinet near the oven is often too warm, and so is a spot on the kitchen counter that gets strong afternoon sun. Coffee's retail packaging is generally not ideal for long-term storage. If possible, invest in storage canisters with an airtight seal.
1 Frozen green beans, stored in the freezer at 0 F, should be used within 12 months. 2  For frozen green beans that remain loose and can be poured out of the bag individually, instead of beans that are frozen together, spread the cooled and drained beans on cookie sheets. Keep the water at a continuous boil for 3 to 3-1/2 minutes. 2  Remove the beans from the boiling water and immediately place the beans in a large pot or bowl of ice water. 3  Cooling time should also be about 3 to 3-1/2 minutes. 4  When completely cool, drain the beans in a colander or large strainer.