Proper Storage–Fresh Food
Proper Storage–Meat*
Fresh, Prepackaged Meat.
Store fresh meat in
store wrapping. Vacuum packaged meat can be frozen
for one month if seal is not broken. Frozen meat
should be stored wrapped and stored in an additional
freezer material.
Fresh Meat, Not Prepackaged.
Remove market
wraping paper and re-wrap to store in refrigerator.
Cooked Meat.
Wrap or cover cooked meat with
plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Store immediately.
Cured/Smoked Meat and Cold Cuts.
Bacon,
ham, sausage, etc., keep best in original wrappings.
Once opened, tightly re-wrap in plastic wrap or
aluminum foil.
Canned Ham.
Follow label instructions for storage.
Refrigerate. Do not freeze.
Fresh Poultry.
Store in plastic store wrap or rewrap
in plastic wrap.
Leafy Vegetables.
Remove store wrapping. Trim
or tear off bruised and discolored areas. Wash in cool
water. Drain. Cold, moist air keeps leafy vegetables
fresh and crisp.
Vegetables with Skins.
Store carrots, peppers, etc.,
in crisper, plastic bags, or plastic container.
Fruits.
Store in refrigerator in plastic bags or crisper.
Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use.
Sort and keep berries in store container, crisper, or
loosely closed paper bag on refrigerator shelf.
Eggs.
Store in refrigerator utility bin or in original
container.
Milk.
Wipe milk carton. For best storage, place on
interior shelf.
Beverages.
Wipe bottles and cans. Store in
refrigerator door shelf.
Bu0er.
Keep opened package in covered dish or in
butter compartment. When storing extra supply, wrap
in freezer packaging and freeze.
Cheese.
Store unopened product in original package.
Once open, re-wrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum
foil.
Condiments.
Store catsup, mustard, jelly, olives, etc.,
in door shelves for easy access.
Le"overs.
Cover with plastic wrap or aluminum foil
or plastic containers with tight lids.
Whirlpool Use and Care Guide–No-Frost Refrigerator-Freezer–Model ET16AK
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Food Storage Guide
NOTE:
Always store meat in meat pan to ensure freshness. Fresh fish and shellfish should be used the same day as purchased.
NOTE:
Packaging and storing fresh foods correctly will ensure product freshness.
STORAGE CHART–MEAT
Type
Storage Time
Variety Meats...........................1 to 2 Days
Chicken.....................................1 to 2 Days
Ground Beef.............................1 to 2 Days
Steaks and Roasts....................3 to 5 Days
Cured Meats
..................................
7 to 10 Days
Bacon
...............................................
5 to 7 Days
Cold Cuts..................................3 to 5 Days
*If meat is to be stored longer than the times given,
follow the directions for freezing.
Food Poisoning Hazard. Rancid
meat or fish may cause serious
illness. Always store meat and fish
as suggested below.
