'I threw away all my plastic food containers after making this brilliant find'

While plastic containers can make it handy to store last night's dinner left overs - it can be a real pain to try and find a matching container and lid. However there is an easy solution, thanks to a nifty Amazon find which has made people throw out all their mismatched plastic containers in exhange for some glass containers with lids.

The Bentgo Signature Leak-Proof Glass Food Storage is the perfect swap to also eliminate plastics in your foodas well as keeping food fresher for longer. It's made with borosilicate glass, which is stronger than traditional glass and it's also heat-resistant making it perfect for reheating food.

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While some glass containers still come with a plastic lid - defeating the purpose of eliminating microplastics, the Bentgo lids are made of the same sturdy tempered glass with a silicone seal that’s totally leak-proof. Perfect for transitioning from freezer to fridge, oven, or microwave, they lock in flavor and freshness effortlessly.

One fan of the containers told The Kitchn: "Most importantly, they actually save space in my kitchen cabinets because they nest! When not in use, they stack nicely into one another to take up minimal room in my limited storage. And I know they’ll last me a long time!

"Each lid has a built-in silicone steam valve that you can open for properly vented, splatter-free microwaving. For keeping food fresh, you just unplug the valve, pop the lid on the base, and then plug the valve back into its hole. Just like that, it creates an intense vacuum effect that makes the lid essentially impossible to get off without opening the valve again."

Amazon shoppers have also been raving about the containers, and have given it an impressive 5.8 out of 5 star rating, alongside some glowing reviews.

One person wrote: "The glass quality is no joke. It’s this borosilicate type that just feels more durable than others I’ve used before. I’ve thrown it from fridge to microwave to dishwasher and even into the oven to reheat lasagna and it handled it like a champ. No cracks, no warping, and it still looks brand new."

Another penned: "These are 4 heavy duty glass and silicone containers of different sizes, but smaller than I expected, so verify the sizes that you need before ordering."

While a third said: "Love these food containers, they are all glass except the lids are a silicone, and a clear plastic top. The silicone lid grips the container well, but I wouldn't put it loose in a bag, there is a leak risk. But to store in the fridge or a lunch box is perfect."

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