Whirlpool ED20DFXEB00 - Manual (Page 26)

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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 trim or tear off 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 aluminum 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.