Food Storage Tips
December 22, 2008
Eating the right way is the best way to stay healthy. When cooking and storing the leftovers from dinner, if not done right, you will lose some of the nutritional value. You should also know how long food lasts, whether it is stored in the pantry , in the fridge or in the freezer.
In order for food to stay eatable and healthy in the fridge, it should be kept at a temperature of between 33 and 40 degrees. This will keep bacteria from creeping into your favorite dishes. Don’t forget the freezer. The temperature for that should be kept at a sub-zero level. Your food will not stay good in the freezer if it is not frozen at the right temp. Harmful bacteria can find its way in there, as well.
You want to try and avoid having the fridge door open for long periods of time. This reduces the quality of food stored in there. If you are talking on the phone and just looking around inside, put the phone down, make a decision and then close the door. By keeping it open, it also makes the appliance work harder.
Certain foods such as lettuce and certain veggies can become soggy and soft after some time in the fridge. You should only buy what you need at the time since some foods have a life expectancy which is very brief.
You can also defrost your food in the microwave, but be sure to cook it as soon as it thaws out. Be sure to cook everything that was in the microwave. It is not good to put partially-cooked food in the fridge.
As for your canned goods, keep them in a pantry that is far away from the heat. If you notice that a can is bulging or puffy, throw it away immediately. This means that the product has gone bad and is no longer fit for consumption.
By following a few simple tricks, your food will stay as healthy as you like to eat it. Remember that nothing has a shelf life of forever, but storing it properly will ensure that you are getting all of the vitamins and nutrients your food has can give you.
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