Food storage guide, Storing fresh food, Leafy vegetables – Whirlpool UPRIGHT FREEZER User Manual

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Food Storage Guide

There is a correct way to package and store refrigerated or frozen food. To keep food fresher,

longer, take the time to study these recommended steps.

Storing fresh food

Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in

airtight and moisture-proof material. This

prevents food odor and taste transfer

throughout the refrigerator. For dated

products, check code date to ensure

freshness.

Leafy vegetables

Remove store wrapping and remove bruised

and discolored areas. Wash in cold water

and drain. Place in plastic bag or plastic

container and store in crisper.

Vegetables with skins

(carrots, peppers)

Store in crisper, plastic bags, or plastic

container.

Fruit

Wash, let dry, and 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 original container in a

crisper, or store in a loosely closed paper

bag on a refrigerator shelf.

Eggs

store without washing in original carton on

interior shelf. On some models, an egg

storage container is provided for your

convenience.

Milk

Wipe milk cartons. For best storage, place

milk on interior shelf.

Butter or margarine

Keep opened butter in covered dish or

closed compartment. When storing an

extra supply, wrap in freezer packaging

and freeze.

Cheese

Store in the original wrapping until you are

ready to use it. Once opened, rewrap tightly

in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.

Leftovers

Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or alumi­

num foil. Plastic containers with tight lids

can also be used.

Meat

Store most meat in original wrapping as

long as it is airtight and moisture-proof.

Rewrap if necessary. See the following for

storage times. When storing meat longer

than the times given, freeze the meat.

Chicken...........................................1-2 days

Bacon............................................. 5-7 days

Ground beef...................................1-2 days

Cold cuts........................................ 3-5 days

Steaks/roasts..................................3-5 days

Variety meats.................................1-2 days

Cured meats................................ 7-10 days

NOTE: Use fresh fish and shellfish the same

day as purchased.

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