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9. FOOD STORAGE GUIDE
CATEGORY PRODUCT
RECOMMENDED STORAGE TIMES FOR FRESH
FOODS *
STORAGE TIPS
REFRIGERATOR ULTRA CHILL FREEZER
MEAT Sausages and
Mince 1-2 Days 3-5 Days 2-3 Months Keep cold meat at the back of the
refrigerator where it is coldest.
Plastic can cause meat to sweat if
stored in refrigerator for more than a
day.
Roast can take up to 48 hours to defrost
properly, transfer frozen roast to the
refrigerator 2 days before use.
Chops and Steak 3-4 Days 5-7 Days 4-6 Months
Cold Meats 3-5 Days 5-7 Days 4-6 Months
Roasts 3-5 Days 1 week 12 Months
POULTRY Chicken 1-2 Days 5-7 Days 2 Months If poultry takes on a smell or colour you
are unsure about it is best to throw it out.
Whole eggs are not suitable for freez-
ing, slightly beaten eggs may be frozen
for four months.
Roast Chicken 3-5 Days 1 week 12 Months
Eggs 6 Weeks Not Suitable Not Suitable
SEAFOOD Whole fish and
fillets 2-3 Days 5-7 Days 2 Months Store in an airtight container or foil.
Never freeze prawns in salty water as
this will dehydrate the flesh.
Lobster and Crab 1-2 Days 3-5 Days 2 Months
Prawns 1-2 Days 3-5 Days 2 Months
DAIRY Milk Until Expiry Date Not Suitable Not Suitable If dairy takes on a smell or colour and
you are unsure about it, it is best to
throw it out.
Yoghurt 7- 10 Days Not Suitable Not Suitable
Hard Cheeses 2 Weeks – 2
Months 1-2 Months 2 Months
(Grated) Depending on the variety hard cheese
can last from 2 weeks to 2 months.
Soft Cheeses 1-2 Weeks 2-4 Weeks * Not Suitable * Texture may change depending of the
type of soft cheese
Butter 8 Weeks 3-4 Months 12 Months
FRUIT &
VEGETABLES Every fruit and vegetable has a different
shelf life. Some stay fresh for a couple
of days e.g. beans, others can last for a
couple of months e.g. onions. Not Suitable 8-12 Months
When
freezing chop
and blanch
in small
portions. Keep vegetables in the crisper and
away from the air vents to avoid
freezing.
If you wash fruit and vegetables before
storing them make sure they are dry or
wrap in absorbent paper before storing
in the refrigerator as this can make them
susceptible to rotting.
Try to keep fruit and vegetables sepa-
rated as fruits that give off high levels
of ethylene (the ripening agent) can
prematurely ripen and spoil surrounding
vegetables
IMPORTANT
* Please note, use this information as a guide only,
actual storage times will vary depending on how
you use your refrigerator.