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FOOD STORAGE GUIDE
CATEGORY PRODUCT REFRIGERATOR FREEZER STORAGE TIPS
MEAT
Sausages and Mince 1-2 Days 2-3 Months
Keep cold meat at the back of the refrigerator
where it is coldest.
Plastic can cause meat to sweat if stored in
refrigerator for more than a day.
Roast can take up to 48 hours to defrost properly,
transfer frozen roast to the refrigerator 2 days
before use.
Chops and Steak 3-4 Days 4-6 Months
Cold Meats 3-5 Days 4-6 Months
Roasts 3-5 Days 12 Months
POULTRY
Chicken 1-2 Days 2 Months
If poultry takes on a smell or colour you are unsure
about it is best to throw it out.
Whole eggs are not suitable for
freezing, slightly
beaten eggs may
b
e frozen for four months.
Roast Chicken 3-5 Days 12 Months
Eggs 6 Weeks Not Suitable
SEAFOOD
Whole fish and
fillets
2-3 Days 2 Months Store in an airtight container or foil.
Never freeze prawns in salty water as this will
dehydrate the flesh.
Lobster and Crab 1-2 Days 2 Months
Prawns 1-2 Days 2 Months
DAIRY
Milk Until Expiry Date Not Suitable
If dairy takes on a smell or colour and you are
unsure about it, it is best to throw it out.
Depending on the variety hard cheese can last from
2 weeks to 2 months.
Yoghurt 7- 10 Days Not Suitable
Hard Cheeses 2 Weeks – 2
Months
2 Months
(Grated)
Soft Cheeses 1-2 Weeks Not Suitable
Butter 8 Weeks 12 Months
FRUIT &
VEGETABLES
Every fruit and vegetable has a different
shelf life. Some stay fresh for a couple
of days e.g beans, others can last for a
couple of months e.g. onions.
8-12 Months
When freezing
chop and blanch
in small portions.
Keep vegetables in the crisper and away from the
air vents to avoid freezing.
Don’t wash fruit and vegetables before storing
them in the refrigerator as this can make them
susceptible to rotting.
LEFT OVERS
Homemade meals 3-4 Days 2-6 Months
Store in sealed container.
Freeze meals in small portion sizes to limit
wastage.
IMPORTANT
Please note, use this information as a guide only, actual storage times will vary depending on how you use your
refr
igerator, climatic conditions and the freshness of the food.
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