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Moisture-and vapor-proof materials are best.  \n• Clean your refrigerator regularly to reduce food odors and cross contamination. Remove spoiled foods immediately so decay cannot pass to other foods.  \n• Refrigerator temperature between 34 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit is best. Perishable foods stored at temperatures above 40°F spoil rapidly and may allow pathogen growth. Check temperatures with a refrigerator thermometer.  \n• Keep your freezer clean and at 0°F or lower.  \n• Use foods quickly. Don’t depend on maximum storage time. Label and date the package for easy identification.  \n\n| BREADS, PASTRIES, AND CAKES |  |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| Product | Refrigerator at 32-40°F | Freezer at 0°F | Comments |\n| Unbaked yeast dough, rolls, and bread | 2-3 days | 1 month | Longer storage causes yeast to become inactivated, and the gluten weakens. |\n| Partially baked cinnamon rolls |  | 6-8 months |  |\n| Baked quick breads, muffins |  | 2-3 months |  |\n| Baked breads without preservatives | 1-2 weeks | 3-5 months | Refrigeration is recommended to prevent mold growth, but it will increase staling due to moisture reduction. |\n| Unfrosted doughnuts |  | 2-4 weeks |  |\n| Waffles |  | 1-2 months |  |\n| Unbaked fruit pies | 1-2 days | 2-4 months |  |\n| Baked fruit pies | 2-3 days | 3-4 months |  |\n| Pumpkin or chiffon pies | 2-3 days | 1-2 months |  |\n| Cookies, baked, unbaked |  | 6-12 months | Most cookies can be stored at room temperature 2-3 weeks. Refrigerate high moisture cookies (i.e. custard-type bar cookies) |\n| Freezer pie shells |  | 12 months\u003Cbr>(unopened)\u003Cbr>2 months (opened) |  |\n| Unbaked cakes (batter) |  | 1 month | Use double-acting baking powder for best results. |\n| Frosted baked cakes |  | 1 month |  |\n| Unfrosted baked cakes |  | 6 months |  |\n| Foam cakes (i.e. Angel Food) |  | 4-6 months |  |\n| Fruit cakes |  | 6-12 months |  |\n| Refrigerated biscuits, rolls, pastries, cookie dough | Expiration date on package label | Do not freeze | Store in refrigerator for best storage life. |\n\n| DAIRY PRODUCTS – REAL AND SUBSTITUTES |  |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| Product | Refrigerator at 32-40°F | Freezer at 0°F | Comments |\n| Butter | 1-2 months | 6-9 months | Wrap or cover tightly. |\n| Margarine | 4-6 months | 12 months | Wrap or cover tightly. |\n| Buttermilk | 1-2 weeks | 3 months | Cover tightly. Remix before using. Check date on carton. |\n| Cheese\u003Cbr>Cottage, ricotta Cream, Neufchatel\u003Cbr>Hard and wax-coated in large pieces; Cheddar, Edam, Gouda, Swiss,\u003Cbr>Brick Processed, sliced Soft cream cheese\u003Cbr>Parmesan, Romano\u003Cbr>Shredded cheese | 1-2 weeks\u003Cbr>2 weeks 2-3 months, unopened\u003Cbr>2-3 weeks, opened\u003Cbr>3-4 weeks\u003Cbr>5-6 days, opened\u003Cbr>6 months\u003Cbr>3-4 weeks | Do not freeze\u003Cbr>Do not freeze 6-8 months\u003Cbr>6 months 3-4 months | Keep all cheese tightly packaged in moistureresistant wrap. If outside of hard cheese gets moldy, cut away ½-1 inch around the mold. Discard cheese with heavy mold. Many cheeses can be frozen but will become crumbly. Refer to “best when purchased by” dates for best quality.\u003Cbr>Refrigerate slices of processed cheese as well as loaves and jars of processed cheese and cheese food after opening. Refrigerate loaves and jars after opening. Most squeeze packages and aerosol cans don’t need refrigeration, but check the label. Keep shredded cheese refrigerated. Always be aware of “best if used by” or “sell by” dates. |\n| Dips Commercial Homemade | 2 weeks\u003Cbr>2 days |  | Keep tightly covered. |\n| Milk\u003Cbr>Fresh homogenized or reconstituted nonfat, dry\u003Cbr>Evaporated (opened) Reconstituted evaporat\u003Cbr>ed milk Sweetened, condensed\u003Cbr>(opened) Non-dairy milk | Use-by date\u003C","cbCaigveYtYcvkSP","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaigveYtYcvkSP","pdf",946554,"English","# Refrigerator and Freezer Storage Guidelines\n## Packaging and hygiene\n## Temperature control and labeling\n## Storage timelines by food type\n## Breads, pastries, and cakes\n## Dairy products and substitutes\n## Fruits and juices","[{\"question\":\"What packaging is recommended for refrigerator and freezer storage?\",\"answer\":\"Use foil, plastic wrap, plastic bags, or airtight containers designed for refrigerating or freezing food. 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