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Food Expiration Dates Guidelines Chart

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Ever wondered if something in your home is still good to eat? Below are food storage guidelines for common expiration dates for items in your refrigerator, to learn when food will taste its best and be safe for consumption.

In addition, below this table are links to other pages sharing common freezer storage times, and to a printable cheat sheet you can reference in your home with the information contained in this chart. (To get the printable version scroll down.)


Fresh Food Storage Guidelines For Refrigerator

FruitStorage Time
Apples1 month
Apricots, avocados, grapes, melons, nectarines, peaches, pears, plums5 days
Berries and cherries3 days
Citrus fruit3 weeks
Juices (once opened)6 days
Pineapple4 days
VegetablesStorage Time
Asparagus, corn, lima beans, peas3 days
Beets, carrots, radishes, turnips2 weeks
Broccoli, brussel sprouts, green onions, leafy greens such as lettuce, spinach, etc.5 days
Cabbage, cauliflower, celery, cucumber, eggplant, green beans, peppes, tomatoes1 week
Dairy and EggsStorage Time
Butter2 months
Buttermilk, sour cream, yogurt2 weeks
Cottage and ricotta cheese1 week
Cream cheese and slices (opened)2 weeks
Hard cheese (unopened)6 months
Shredded cheese (once opened)1 week
Milk and cream1 week
Eggs (in shells)1 month
Egg whites or yolks (no shells)4 days
Meats (before cooking)Storage Time
Steaks, pork chops, roasts3 days
Ground meats and stew meats2 days
Poultry2 days
Seafood1-2 days
Bacon2 weeks
Sausage (fresh)2 days
Ham (whole)1 week
Ham slices3 days
Luncheon meats (once opened)5 days
CondimentsStorage Time
Jellies and jams (opened)8 months
Ketchup (opened)5 months
Mayonnaise (opened)2 months
Mustard (opened)1 year
Nuts6 months
Pickles and olives3 months
Salad dressings3 months
Leftovers / After OpeningStorage Time
Cakes and pies2 days
Casseroles and stuffings3 days
Coffee (ground)2 weeks
Mayonnaise based salads (i.e., potato salad, coleslaw, egg salad)3-5 days
Cooked meats3 days
Pizza3 days
Soups and stews3 days
Wine (for drinking)3 days
Wine (for cooking)3 months

These Fresh Food Storage Guidelines Are Only Estimates

The estimates provided in this chart are that, only estimates. Read all information on packaging regarding expiration and use by dates, and how long the item is safe to consume after opening.

If a date on a package is shorter or longer than the dates listed, rely on the dates on the package instead of this chart.

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The times listed also assume you are placing items in the optimum places within your refrigerator for storage. If you don't know what those places are for various food items make sure to check out the refrigerator storage chart and guidelines article which provides more information about this.

In addition, check out the articles about fresh fruit storage tips and fresh vegetable storage tips, both of which also come with their own free printable charts.

Always use your senses of sight and smell to be sure food is safe to eat. Even if it says it's within the expiration date periods, if it smells or looks funny throw it out!

Live by the motto, 'When in doubt, throw it out!'

For more information about food safety, check out my article with 5 food storage safety tips, plus visit FoodSafety.gov.

In addition, you can also check out my friend Marybeth's site here for additional guidelines and information about storing food in the refrigerator.

Printable Fresh Food Storage Guidelines For Refrigerator Cheat Sheet

Click here to get your Cheat Sheet (opens into 2 page PDF)

I've created a printable version of this information for you so it is easier for you to reference when decluttering your fridge as part of the Organizing Refrigerator & Freezer Challenge.

This cheat sheet will help you both know when to throw certain foods out and also when to plan to eat them while they'll taste their best.

Other Printable Forms You May Like

Here are some additional printable forms about food storage, including other cheat sheets with storage times for food, that you may find helpful.



Freezer Storage Times {Cheat Sheet}

Pantry Food Storage Chart {Cheat Sheet}

Running List Of Leftovers


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Here's a pantry food storage chart listing the shelf life of common food items kept in your pantry or cupboard, to make sure you're eating your food in the time period you should.

After I've listed the information here on the page scroll down for a free printable version as well, which you can print and keep for reference somewhere, such as your household notebook.


Shelf Life Of Common Pantry Foods

Food ItemStorage TimePackaging
Baking powder1 year
Baking soda2 years
Beans and peas, dried18 months
Biscuit mix12-18 months
Bread crumbs2-4 months
Cake, brownie and cookie mixes1 year
Canned fruit1 yearUnopened
Canned meats and gravies1 yearUnopened
Canned vegetables1 yearUnopened
Cereals, ready to eat6-12 months
2-3 months
Unopened
Opened
Cereals, hot1 year
Chocolate chips, semi-sweet1 year
Chocolate, unsweetend18 months
Cocoa powder2 years
Coconut, grated1 yearUnopened
Coffee, ground3-5 months (after
printed date)
3-5 months
Unopened
After Opening
Coffee, instant2 years
Coffee, whole bean6-9 months (after
printed date)
6 months
Unopened
Opened
Cookies, packaged2-4 months
Cornmeal1 year
Cornstarch18 months
Crackers6 months
Croutons6 months
Flour, cake6 months
Flour, white10-15 monthsOpened, in air
tight container
Flour, whole wheat6-8 monthsOpened in fridge
Frosting, canned8 monthsUnopened
Fruit, dried6 months
Gelatin12-18 months
Grits, instant8 months
Grits, regular10 months
Honey, molasses, and syrup 1 year
Hot chocolate mixes6-12 months
Infant formula12-18 months
Jelly, jam and preserves1 year
8 months
Unopened
Opened in fridge
Juice, canned citrus6 monthsUnopened
Juice, canned non-citrus1 yearUnopened
Ketchup, barbeque sauce1 year
5 months
Unopened
Opened in fridge
Marshmallows3 months
Mayonnaise4 months
2 months
Unopened
Opened in fridge
Milk, evaporated1 yearUnopened
Milk, non-fat powdered1-2 years
Milk, sweetened condensed1 yearUnopened
Mustard2 years
1 year
Unopened
Opened in fridge
Nuts, unshelled8 months
Oils (canola, corn and vegetable)1-2 years
6-8 months
Unopened
Opened
Oil, olive2 years
Onions4-6 weeksDry dark place with
lots of air circulation
Pancake mix6 months
Pasta, dried2 yearsOnce opened keep
in air tight containers
Peanut butter6-9 months
Pickles, olives, relishes1 year
3 months
Unopened
Opened in fridge
Popcorn, unpopped kernals1-2 years
Popcorn, microwaveable6-8 months
Potatoes, white or sweet3-5 weeksDry dark place with
lots of air circulation
Potatoes, instant1 year
Pudding mixes8-12 months
Rice, brown1 year
Rice, mixes6 months
Rice, white2 years
Salad dressing10 months
3 months
Unopened
Opened in fridge
SaltIndefinitely
Sauces, condiments1 yearUnopened
Shortening8 months
6 months
Unopened
Opened
Soft drinks6-9 monthsUnopened
Spices and herbs, dried and ground1-2 yearsAirtight containers,
discard when scent fades
Spices, dried and whole2-3 yearsAirtight containers,
discard when scent fades
Sports drinks, bottled9 months
Stuffing mix6 months
Sugar, brown4 months
Sugar, granulated2 years
Sugar, powdered18 months
Tea, bags and loose6-12 months
Tea, instant1 year
Vinegar (balsalmic, cider, rice,
red wine, white, and white wine)
IndefinitelyDo not store in metal
Yeast, active dryFollow package date

These Guidelines Are Only Estimates

The estimates provided are that, only estimates. Read all information on packaging regarding expiration and use by dates, and how long the item is safe to consume after opening. If a date on a package is shorter or longer than the dates listed, rely on the dates on the package instead.

These listed dates are for pantry shelf-life of foods, and if it states “unopened” for the packaging column, there is typically a shorter shelf life once the item is opened, and in addition it may need to be refrigerated. Spb mp3 songs download. Look at the packaging for details. You can find out more about refrigerated food storage guidelines here.

Also, use your senses of sight and smell to be sure food is safe to eat. Even if it says it’s within the expiration date periods, if it smells or looks funny throw it out!

For more information about food safety, check out my article with 5 food storage safety tips, plus visit FoodSafety.gov.

Printable Pantry Food Shelf Life Chart {Cheat Sheet}

Click here to get your Cheat Sheet (4 pages) (opens into PDF)

I've created a printable version of this information for you so it is easier for you to reference when cleaning out your pantry as part of the Organize Pantry & Spices Challenge.

This cheat sheet will help you both know when to throw certain foods out and also when to plan to eat them while they'll taste their best.

In addition, check out the articles about fresh fruit storage tips and fresh vegetable storage tips, to learn more about the fruits and vegetables that can be stored at room temperature, instead of in the refrigerator.

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Other Printable Forms You May Like

Here are some additional printable forms about food storage, including other cheat sheets with storage times for food, that you may find helpful.



Freezer Storage Times {Cheat Sheet}

Refrigerated Food Storage Guidelines {Cheat Sheet}

Pantry Inventory Form









Share Your Comments, Tips & Ideas

I would love to hear from you, sharing your thoughts, questions, or ideas about this topic, so leave me a comment below. I try to always respond back!

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