Food Storage - Maytag RSW22E0CAE/DM35A User Manual

Food Storage Chart
The following chart shows approximate storage times _ for various refiigerated and frozen foods. These storage times
can valy depending on the t?qpe of packaging used and the storage temperatures.
Refrigerator Freezer
Foods Time Time Storage Tips
DAIRY PRODUCTS
Butter 1-2 weeks 6-9 months Store only enough for immediate use in the
Dairy- Compartment. Wrap tightly or cover.
Milk & cream i week Not recommended Cheek the carton dating. Close tightly. Don't
return unused portions to original container.
Don't freeze cream unless whipped.
Cream cheese, cheese 1-2 weeks Not recommended Wrap tightly. Stone cheese foods can be
spread & cheese food stored for longer periods.
Cottage cheese 5-7 days Not recommended Store in original ca_on. Check the carton
dating.
Hard cheese (Swiss, 1-2 months May become crumbly Wrap tightly. Cut off mold if it develops on
Cheddar & Parmesan) the surface.
Sour cream 10 day's Not recommended Store in the original carton. Check the carton
dating.
Eggs in the shell 1 week Not recommended Refiigerate small ends down.
Leftover yolks or 2-4 days 9-12 months For each cup of yolks to be frozen, add i tsp.
whites sugar for use in sweet, or 1 tsp. salt for non-
sweet dishes.
FRESH FRUITS I1: ,ening of fruits is slowed by refrig
Apples 1 month 6-12 nmnths May"also store unripe or hard apples at 60-
70°F.
Bananas, pears & 3-5 day-s 6-12 months Ripen at room temperature before
avocados refrigerating. Bananas and avocados will
darken when refrigerated.
Berries & cherries 2-3 days 6-12 months Store covered or in the Crispers to prevent
moisture loss.
Citrus fruits 1-2 weeks Not recommended May also store at 60-70°F. If refrigerated,
store uncovered.
Grapes 3-5 days 6-12 months Store covered or in the Crispers to prevent
moisture loss.
Peaches, nectarines, 3-5 days 6-12 months Ripen at room temperature before
plums & apricots refrigerating.
Pineapples, cut 2-3 days 6-12 months Will not ripen after purchase. Use quickly to
avoid further deterioration.
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