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Our Guide to Fridge Shelf Life for All Your Favorites

Knowing how long your food lasts in the fridge will save you money and time while decreasing risk.

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve searched online to see how long a particular kind of food will last in the fridge.

A lot of the time you can just tell if something is past its prime — an off smell, changing color, and definitely any signs of mold. 

But it’s not always so obvious, so it’s good to confirm best practices whether for an individual ingredient or for an assembled meal.

Understanding fridge shelf life can help you reduce food waste and save money. And it can also help you avoid eating something that should’ve been thrown out for food safety reasons.

We try to include information in our recipes and other content about how to preserve your food, including how to store it in the fridge or refrigerator. But for your convenience, we’ve assembled some of our most relevant info right here, so that you can easily save and reference it for the future.

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Puff Pastry BBQ Chicken Pizza Photo
Nancy Piran
How Long is Pizza Good for In the Fridge?
Ever eyed your leftovers and wondered – just how long is pizza good for in the fridge? Here we’ll tell you whether it’s safe to tuck into that takeout or not!
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Chicken Asparagus Pasta Photo
Nora Rusev
How Long Does Raw Chicken Last in the Fridge?
How long does raw chicken last in the fridge? We know the answer!
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Chicken Satay Stir Fry Photo
Erin S.
How Long Does Cooked Chicken Last in the Fridge?
Wondering how long cooked chicken lasts in the fridge? We know the answer!
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4
How To Cook Tamales in the Oven Photo
Lunamaria
How Long Do Tamales Last in the Fridge?
If you’ve ever had tamales, you know how delicious they are. But do you know how to store them?
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How Long Does Queso Last in the Fridge Photo
bhofack2 via iStock Photo
How Long Does Queso Last in the Fridge? FAQ Answered
We’ll help you keep your queso — or queso fresco — fresher longer in the fridge.
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Everything You Need to Know About Cooking a Turkey Photo
Claudio Schwarz
How Long Does Uncooked Turkey Last in the Fridge?
If you’re wondering just how long you can keep that turkey in the fridge, here’s everything you need to know.
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7
Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie Photo
Sharon L.
How Long Can Pumpkin Pie Last in the Fridge?
Make the most of your pumpkin pie by knowing when to refrigerate, thaw, or freeze it.
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How Long Can Jello Shots Last in the Fridge Photo
bhofack2 via iStock
How Long Can Jello Shots Last in the Fridge?
J-E-L-L-O: It’s aliiiiiive! Here’s how to keep your Jello shots alive for longer and keep the party going.
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How Long Does Apple Cider Last in the Fridge
Nora Rusev
How Long Does Apple Cider Last in the Fridge?
Looking to stock up on this fall essential and wondering how long apple cider last sin the fridge? Here’s everything you need to know.
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How Long Do Bagels Last in the Fridge Photo
Vicky Ng
How Long Do Bagels Last in the Fridge?
Love bagels but wondering how long they last in the fridge? This guide breaks down everything you need to know.
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11
Slow Cooker Taco Meat Photo
Kristy Still
How Long is Leftover Taco Meat Good For?
Eat more tacos and stay safe while doing it with this explainer.
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12
Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders Photo
Rebekah Garcia Kalinowski
How Long Does Hawaiian Bread Last?
Hawaiian bread is a holiday (and year-round) staple. This will help it last longer.
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13
Veggie Guacamole Photo
Meghan Bassett
How Long Does Guacamole Last?
How long does guacamole last? We know the answer!
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14
How to Hard Boil an Egg Photo
Stock Photography
How Long Do Hard-Boiled Eggs Last?
Wondering how long hard-boiled eggs last? Read on!
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15
How Long Do Raw Pumpkin Seeds Last Photo
Stock Art
How Long Do Raw Pumpkin Seeds Last?
Have a bunch of pumpkin seeds and wondering how long they last? This guide breaks down everything you need to know.
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16
How Long Does Champagne Last Opened?
Aleisha Kalina
How Long Does Champagne Last Opened?
Have leftover champagne and wondering how long you can save it? This guide shares everything you need to know.
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Bacon Photo
Stock Image
How Long Does Bacon Last Once It’s Open?
Wondering if that package of bacon you opened last week is still safe to use? Here we will tell you just how long you can safely keep different types of bacon
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How Long Can Coffee Creamer Sit Out Photo
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How Long Can Coffee Creamer Sit Out Before Going Bad?
Our coffee fanatic weighs in on best practices for your coffee creamer.
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Someone putting sealed ground beef in the refrigerator with two hands.
Андрей Клеменков via iStock Photo
How Long Does Ground Beef Last in the Fridge?
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Woman taking tasty sushi roll with salmon from set at table, closeup
Liudmila Chernetska via iStock Photo
How Long Does Sushi Last In The Fridge? Our Guide
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Overhead view of a dozen opened cans of beer
gavran333 via iStock Photo
How to Store Opened Beer – Our Best Tips
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