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  • a pile of crab legs

    How To Properly Reheat Crab Legs For Juicy Results

    Crab legs can be just as good leftover as they are the first time around. Use a method of reheating that steams them, and you'll trap in much of the moisture.

    By Cara J Suppa August 20th, 2024 Read More
  • woman selecting egg from carton

    How To Tell If The Eggs In Your Fridge Are Still Good

    There are things that the "sell by" date on an egg carton cannot possibly account for. Here's how to tell if the eggs in your fridge are still good.

    By Allison Robicelli August 19th, 2024 Read More
  • homemade peanut butter on table

    The Correct Way To Store Your Homemade Nut Butter

    Making your nut butters at home can result in a delicious treat that is perfectly tuned to your taste, but if you don't store it properly, it'll spoil fast.

    By Dennis Lee August 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Bottles of beer

    How Long You Can Store An Opened Beer In The Fridge

    Next time you crack open a bottle of beer and decide to save it for later, here's how you can store it safely in the fridge -- and how long it lasts.

    By Cara J Suppa August 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Sealed package of hot dogs

    Here's How Long That Opened Pack Of Hot Dogs Will Last

    Hot dogs may not be quite as perishable as fresh meat, but they can still go bad. Here's how long you can leave your hot dogs in the fridge before they turn.

    By Cara J Suppa August 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Okra pods and slices

    The 3-Step Process For Freezing Fresh Okra

    If you're saddled with more okra than you know what to do with, there is a super simple three-step process to store the vegetable in your freezer.

    By Kurt Suchman August 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Bowl of heavy cream

    Here's How Long Heavy Cream Stays Good After It's Been Opened

    Heavy cream is a super versatile ingredient. The culinary options seem to go on forever, much like the shelf life of heavy cream after it's opened.

    By Keira Wingate August 15th, 2024 Read More
  • canned food on pantry shelf

    Do Canned Foods Ever Really Expire?

    What do you do when you're digging around in your pantry for something to eat and find canned food years past its best-by date? Is it still safe to eat?

    By Kate Bernot August 15th, 2024 Read More
  • sausages beer and flag

    How To Keep Food Warm Or Cold For Your Labor Day Cookout

    The last thing you want for your Labor Day cookout is food poisoning, so we've got lots of tips for how to keep your food at the right temperature.

    By Maria Scinto August 13th, 2024 Read More
  • a spoon holding yogurt above a container

    Here's How Long You Can Store Yogurt In The Fridge After Opening

    As a fermented food, it can be hard to tell when yogurt goes bad, but following time estimates and proper storage can help it stay fresh until you finish it.

    By Cara J Suppa August 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Bananas in refrigerator

    Why You Should Be Storing Ripe Bananas In The Fridge

    Bananas may be a temperamental fruit, but the key to keeping them nice and ripe is to store them in the refrigerator at the right time. Here's why.

    By Angela L. Pagán August 11th, 2024 Read More
  • person shopping for canned goods

    Avoid These Mistakes When Storing Canned Goods, According To An Expert

    Here's how to avoid a bunch of mistakes when it comes to storing canned goods. From not storing in the right place to improper canning, we've got you covered.

    By Brianna Lopez August 10th, 2024 Read More
  • pieces of peppered beef jerky

    How Long Does An Opened Package Of Beef Jerky Really Last?

    Beef jerky may be sturdy, but it doesn't last forever, and knowing how to store it in the pantry, fridge, or freezer will help you enjoy it for longer.

    By Cara J Suppa August 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Bowl of white rice

    The Proper Way To Store And Reheat Leftover Rice

    Improperly stored leftovers run the risk of causing food poisoning, but with a little bit of knowledge you'll know exactly what to do and what not to do.

    By Erica Martinez August 7th, 2024 Read More
  • hands grabbing beer from a cooler

    The Reason You Should Never Cool Down Beer In The Freezer

    There's not much more refreshing than an ice-cold beer on a hot summers day. But, trying to speed up the chilling process in the freezer is a big mistake.

    By Angela L. Pagán August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • jars of jelly on a store shelf

    How Long That Opened Jar Of Jelly Is Really Good For

    You may wonder how long you can keep that open jar of jelly. Here's how to make sure you are keeping yourself and others safe from foodborne illness.

    By Cara J Suppa August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • block of queso fresco on wooden board

    Here's How Long Your Opened Queso Fresco Is Really Good For

    Queso fresco is so versatile that it's easy to finish a whole pack, but even if you use it a ton, you need to know how to store it right and when it goes bad.

    By Cara J Suppa August 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Blocks of ice

    The Trick To Keeping Ice From Stubbornly Sticking Together

    Tired of ice sticking together? The problem of stuck-together ice can be solved - and surprisingly easily - by storing your ice cubes in a paper bag.

    By Kaleigh Brown August 1st, 2024 Read More
  • containers of hummus in supermarket

    Here's How Long Store-Bought Hummus Lasts After Being Opened

    If your open container of store-bought hummus was shoved to the back of the fridge, you have a limited amount of time to eat it before it goes bad.

    By Cara J Suppa July 29th, 2024 Read More
  • avocados on a wooden surface

    This Fruit Is The Secret To Ripening Avocados Quickly

    If you've got unripe avocados, then the simple combo of bananas, a brown paper bag, and a bit of time might be the trick you need to get avocados ready to eat.

    By Cara J Suppa July 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Watermelon and ice cubes

    Can You Really Freeze Watermelon Slices For Later?

    Watermelon slices can be used to create the ultimate poolside, summer treat. However, what if you want to save them for later; are they freezable?

    By Sam Worley July 27th, 2024 Read More
  • boxes of chicken broth

    How Long Your Store-Bought Chicken Broth Is Good After Opening

    Chicken broth is essential for any home cook. But that carton in the back of your fridge won't be good forever, so here's how long you can keep it.

    By Cara J Suppa July 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Frozen peach slices

    How To Freeze Deliciously Ripe Summer Peaches For A Rainy Day

    If you want your peaches to last you well into the chilly winter months, here's the best way to freeze them for maximum efficiency and flavor.

    By Kaleigh Brown July 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • ceramic ramekin of sour cream

    Here's How Long Sour Cream Will Be Good After It's Been Opened

    As you're assembling your nacho ingredients, you realize you can't remember when you opened that container of sour cream. If it was last week, is it still good?

    By Cara J Suppa July 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • smoked salmon on table

    Here's How Long Smoked Salmon Stays Good For After Being Opened

    Smoked salmon pares well with many dishes. But, if you have leftovers you might need to refrigerate or freeze it. So, here's how long you can store it for.

    By Dennis Lee July 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • ice cream cone beach

    The Trick To Keeping Ice Cream Frozen In Your Cooler This Summer

    If you're transporting ice cream on your outdoor adventures this summer, a cooler with dry ice will help it stay frozen longer than anything else.

    By Sam Worley July 20th, 2024 Read More
  • carton of eggs in refrigerator

    How Long That Fresh Batch Of Hard Boiled Eggs Will Last In The Fridge

    Hard boiled eggs have a different shelf life than their raw counterparts. Besides revealing their expiration date, we've found some ways to use them in time.

    By Maria Scinto July 16th, 2024 Read More
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