Bread so hard it'll break your teeth, and yogurt that smells like primordial ooze
How long can some foods last in the fridge before they start resembling a science experiment
gone wrong? What's a good breakfast without bacon? This breakfast meat is one of the most popular choices for American eaters, but it's also
equally loved by pathogens like salmonella. Uncooked, opened bacon should last between 7 and 10 days in the fridge if it is properly
stored in an airtight container. If you purchase bulk packs of bacon, you can freeze each in its
original packaging and a layer of foil, plastic wrap, or a plastic container
Unopened bacon can last up to two weeks in the fridge, but up to two months in the freezer
To determine if your bacon has indeed spoiled, check the smell and the color first
Fresh bacon should be a white or pink color, while spoiled bacon will appear a dismal shade
of gray or brown. Spoiled bacon will also emit a foul, unmistakable odor
No, I want my bacon, I gotta tell you something. Bacon is good for me
No matter what kind of bread you've got, putting it in the fridge is always a bad idea
This is because the cool temperature causes the starches in the bread to crystallize
and become hard. When you bite into a slice of bread that has been refrigerated
you'll notice the texture is stale. According to MasterClass, the best way to prevent your
bread products from staleness and molding is to put the product in a well-ventilated wrapping
like paper or cloth, to discourage mold growth. If you're making French toast or bread pudding
and stale bread is permissible, you can leave loaves of bread in the fridge for up to two weeks
per the USDA. Bread products left on the countertop typically last at room temperature
for up to four days. Freezing bread products is another option as well. Slice the bread into
individual pieces and store it in small bags in the freezer. This will make the bread easier to
cut when you want to eat a slice for breakfast. There's no good bagel without a slathering of
cream cheese. This soft cheese contains a high moisture content, so refrigeration
is imperative to keeping the cheese safe for consumption. Cream cheese can last a few weeks
in the refrigerator, past its sell-by date, but it is first important to inspect the cheese before
eating it. Spoiled cream cheese will appear yellow in color and may even have tiny mold
flecks spread throughout. You should also throw out your cream cheese if you notice pockets of
moisture pooling adjacent to dry spots. Unopened cream cheese typically lasts a month past its
purchase date, while opened cream cheese should be consumed within 10 days. You can also freeze
cream cheese to extend its shelf life. This soft cheese can last up to two months in the freezer
If you're one to top your toast with a layer of jelly, you'll be happy to know that this
condiment is fridge According to the National Center for Home Food Preservation full cooked jellies made with pectin should last about a month in the fridge after opening This shelf life may be shortened if
the container is left out at room temperature for long periods. To extend the shelf life as long as possible, try to scoop out the jam or jelly you plan to use and
return the jar to the fridge immediately. Low-sugar jams and jellies will have a shorter shelf life
Jams stored in the freezer are only good for three to four weeks in the refrigerator
Be wary of liquids seeping from the jams and jellies, as well as yeasty aromas that may signify a spoiled spread
Yogurt is a delicious probiotic treat. This fermented milk product is filled with beneficial
bacteria, protein, and healthy fats. Yogurt can cut diabetes risk by almost 20 percent
Plus, you'll be happy to know that yogurt has a relatively long shelf life in your refrigerator
Unopened yogurt can last between two to three weeks after opening in the refrigerator or up
to two months in the freezer. Greek yogurt, which contains a slightly different blend of bacteria
than traditional yogurt, lasts up to two weeks in the fridge and less than a month in the freezer
There are some important signs to note that signify your yogurt has gone bad
Spoiled yogurt emits a pungent, acidic odor and potentially bloats the yogurt container
You may also see a cloudy layer forming on top of the yogurt. A thin, almost translucent layer
of liquid is normal. This is just the way, but cloudy yogurt can signify bacteria that will make
you sick. Orange juice is a must-have for breakfasts and brunch alike. Although you might be tempted to
leave orange juice out for your guests to enjoy, that might not be the best idea. Leaving perishable
foods like orange juice out for more than two hours or less than an hour at 90 degrees Fahrenheit
can prompt the spread of pathogens like E. coli. Lactic acid bacteria can start fermenting the
juice over time as well, thus altering the flavor of the juice. Pasteurized, store-bought orange juice
can withstand more time out of the fridge than fresh-squeezed orange juice. Fresh orange juice
lasts two to three days in the fridge, according to Chew the World. In comparison
Pasteurized orange juice can last up to seven days in the fridge after it's opened
If the orange juice is unopened, it can last up to five days past the Best Buy date on the carton
If you're baking muffins in bulk, it may be more beneficial to pop the muffins in your
refrigerator until you're ready to eat one. Savory muffins typically last about six days
in the refrigerator. Ingredients like cheese and meat may cause the muffins to spoil if you
forego refrigeration. Sweet muffins such as blueberry and chocolate chip muffins should
be kept away from the refrigerator to preserve the soft, crumbly texture
To store your muffins in the fridge, first line the container with a layer of paper towel
This will absorb the moisture from the muffins and keep each one super fresh
After the muffins are in the container, add another layer of paper towel on top to absorb the remainder of the moisture You can freeze the muffins for up to three months in a resealable bag and reheat individual muffins when you feel the craving hit You also want to be sure to cool your freshly baked muffins
before storing them. This prevents moisture from building up in the container and further
damages the muffins' texture. Maple syrup is a must-have for pancakes and waffles, but the better question is, where
should you store it? "'I love syrup. Oh, I love it.'" Maple syrup should be stored in the refrigerator to slow the growth of mold and bacteria for
up to six months. If you plan to leave your maple syrup in the fridge for more than three
months, we recommend transferring the syrup to a glass or tin container. This is because
the plastic breathes and can make the syrup susceptible to pathogen takeover. Once transferred
to another container. The maple syrup should last about a year. As with all food products
monitor for changes in the taste, texture, and smell of the syrup over time
Tortillas are versatile and essential for breakfast wraps, so it is important to always
have a few fresh ones on hand. Tortillas don't have to go in the fridge. Mass-produced wheat
tortillas can last between 16 and 45 days either at room temperature or in the fridge
There are some caveats to this, though. Tortillas should be kept in an airtight bag to maintain maximum freshness
If you don't plan on using tortillas for a while, you can always pop these flatbreads
in the freezer and take them out as needed. Unlike flour tortillas, corn tortillas do not stay fresh for as long
Corn tortillas last about 10 days at room temperature or up to eight weeks in the fridge
No savory breakfast is complete without a bit of heat. Not all hot sauces require refrigeration, because pepper, vinegar, and salt make the
contents unfavorable to pathogens. But homemade hot sauces, or those made with a dairy, egg, or mayonnaise base, must be refrigerated
to prevent foodborne illnesses. Adding hot sauce to a refrigerator, even if it's not absolutely necessary, can prolong
the shelf life. The average hot sauce lasts anywhere from two to five years
The refrigeration can also maintain the color of the hot sauce and brighten the flavor a
little bit. In short, don't kick yourself if you leave the hot sauce out overnight, but try to keep
it someplace cool, like the fridge, so you can enjoy some spice for as long as you can
Unlike dry cheese, shredded cheese must be refrigerated because of its high moisture content
The Food Network recommends storing any type of fridge cheese — especially stinky cheese
— in the crisper drawer of the fridge. The humidity in this drawer is contained and will keep your cheese tasting fresh for longer
When placing your cheese back in the fridge, always make sure to press the air out of the
bag to keep your cheese moist. Healthline suggests eating shredded cheese within five to seven days of opening the bag
You were eating the cheese weren you out of the rat traps No well yes I mean I was eating the old cheese to test it to see the rats weren eating it While you can freeze cheddar shreds for up to two months freezing will dramatically change the texture and flavor of the product
Only freeze cheese if you absolutely have to, or if you plan on making a dish where the texture of the cheese isn't too important
Chocolate milk is a childhood favorite. After opening, this beverage will last up to a week
after its sell-by date printed on the package. Since chocolate milk contains dairy
it should always remain refrigerated. Always store chocolate milk in its original package
and away from the doors of the fridge to prevent contamination and preserve the integrity of the
milk. Like other dairy products, chocolate milk should only be frozen with caution
Although chocolate milk can last a few months in the freezer, it will have a grainy texture once it is thawed. If you plan on using chocolate milk for baking
or milkshakes, freezing the milk may be an acceptable option. Otherwise, we recommend buying a fresh carton when you need it
Grits are half of the classic Southern breakfast — shrimp and grits. But, alas
grits do not survive well in the fridge. While uncooked grits can last up to five years in a
pantry, cooked grits only last about one week in the fridge. Spoiled grits are easily identified
by a rancid smell and color change, as well as potential mold spots forming on the surface
In the pantry, instant grits tend to last longer than stone-ground grits
If you choose to place your containers of grits in the fridge rather than a pantry
you'll find that instant grits last about two years, while stone-ground grits only last about a year after the printed date
Coffee creamer is an ingredient most folks have to have in their house at all times
Boat Basin Cafe notes that unopened dairy creamers last about two weeks past the expiration date
in the fridge. If you open the flavorful coffee additive, most companies generally
recommend consuming the creamer within a week. Dairy creamers need to be refrigerated because
of potential pathogen transmission. If you're concerned with the shelf life of your refrigerated
creamer, you can try using a powdered creamer made with fat and sugar. These powders do not
require refrigeration, and can last several months if stored in a dark, dry location
What's breakfast without the classic egg? Whether you like your eggs scrambled
over-easy, or fried, it's important to keep these eggs as fresh as possible
Whole eggs last about four to five weeks in the fridge. For best results, store your eggs in their original container and do not put them on
your refrigerator door. The constant opening and closing of the fridge can prematurely spoil your
eggs. Instead, leave the carton in a consistently cold location in your fridge. If the eggs are
removed from the shelf, the shelf life decreases significantly. Egg yolks or beaten eggs should be
consumed within two days, while egg whites are good for up to four days