Store in a cool, dry place, away from sources of light and heat.

Poppy seeds can be used to enrich and decorate baked products such as bread, focaccia, breadsticks, cakes and biscuits. Poppy seeds are among the typical ingredients that are often used in strudel and other typical recipes, including bagels and pretzels. They are also excellent as an ingredient to add to couscous, bulgur and rice salads.