Oct 9 - My Surprising Method for Storing Storage Containers

Oct 9 - My Surprising Method for Storing Storage Containers - GON in 5 Minutes Newsletter

Published: Thu, 10/09/25

Updated: Thu, 10/09/25

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by Maria Gracia

October 9, 2025

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Take five minutes to pare down your storage containers. Keep only the ones in good shape that you actually use, and recycle or donate the rest. A smaller, more reliable collection makes meal prep and leftovers much easier to manage.

My Surprising Method for Storing Storage Containers

It may sound a little counterintuitive, but I don’t nest my storage containers. I know nesting them takes up less space, and yes, I’ve read all the advice that says it’s the “best” way. But for me, it’s been far from the best.

Here’s why: the moment you start nesting, you’re forced to store the lids separately. And once lids and containers are separated, it’s almost guaranteed that one will go missing. The lid is tucked somewhere it shouldn’t be, or the right container gets pulled out without its mate, and suddenly you’re left with a mismatched set that can’t actually do its job.

Instead, my surprising method is to store each container with its lid attached...like it’s ready to go. I simply stack them side by side, each complete, like little building blocks. It may take up a bit more cabinet space, but the payoff is worth it. I never have to hunt for the right lid, and I never end up with a lonely container without a match.

The truth is, organization isn’t always about the most compact solution. Sometimes it’s about the method that saves you the most frustration. For me, a slightly fuller cupboard is a small price to pay for the peace of mind of knowing every container I reach for has its lid right there, ready to use.

So if you’ve been struggling with disappearing lids and mismatched sets, consider giving my method a try. Sometimes the “surprising” way is the simplest, and the most effective.

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The Storage Container Shuffle

Did you know the average American household owns over 25 food storage containers, but only uses a handful of favorites regularly? That’s why so many cabinets end up overflowing with mismatched sizes and lidless bottoms.

Back in the 1950s, Tupperware became a household name, partly because it introduced the now-familiar “burp seal” that kept food fresher longer. Suddenly, every kitchen had sets of colorful containers, and with them came the universal struggle of keeping them organized.

Today, the storage container shuffle is still real. Too many containers (and too few matching lids) make it harder to grab what you need. The good news? A quick declutter session can restore order. Fewer, well-matched containers mean less frustration and more space in your cabinets.

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