Storage And Preservation

14 Frozen Food Myths You Should Stop Believing

To this day, people still believe some common misconceptions about frozen food, like that it's lower quality than fresh food items, or more expensive.

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How Well Do Sparkling Wines Typically Age?

Some wines have what it takes to age well, where they can attain extraordinary complexity and nuanced character. So how well do sparkling wines typically age?

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It's Easy To Freeze Cabbage Soup For Later. Here's How

For convenience, it can be a good idea to make a big batch of soup and freeze it for later. For cabbage soup in particular, this is how you should do it.

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Can't Wait For Those Unripe Avocados? Time To Start Pickling

There are a few ways to hasten the ripening process for avocados. But if you can't wait for them to soften, you can always try pickling them instead.

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Food Storage And Organization Trends To Expect At TIHS 2024

TIHS 2024 might only be days away, but Daily Meal already has the scoop on two big trends in food storage and organization you should expect to see this year.

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Chicken Salad Can Be Frozen, But Here's What Will Happen

While you can freeze chicken salad if you want it to last longer, you may find that the quality and taste of the dish isn't what it once was upon thawing.

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Here's How To Thaw Frozen Kale For The Best Results

With a few tips to ensure the best texture, it couldn't be easier to freeze and defrost kale for long-lasting greens that can be used in endless ways.

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How To Tell If Those Old Breadcrumbs Have Finally Gone Bad

Store-bought breadcrumbs may seem to last an eternity, but like every food item they do have a point where they go bad. Here's how to tell if they have.

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How Long Will Canned Beans Be Good For After Opening?

Everyone knows that canned beans are a great addition to your pantry as they stay good for a long time. But how long do they last after opening?

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The Absolute Best Way To Store Stracciatella Cheese

Fresh Italian cheeses are crave-worthy additions to your culinary repertoire, but they spoil fast. Here's how to store stracciatella for ideal preservation.

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Canned Vs Frozen Food: Everything You Need To Know

You might regularly cook with canned and frozen foods, but do you know what separates them? We're here to reveal what makes these kitchen staples distinct.

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The Reason You Should Avoid Refrigerating Garlic

If you often find yourself storing garlic in your refrigerator, there's a pretty good reason you should ideally keep it elsewhere in your kitchen.

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Here's How Long Your Overnight Oats Will Stay Fresh

If you're prepping a batch of overnight oats for the week ahead, it's good to know how long they'll last before they go bad. Here's what to know.

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Here's How Long Pesto Should Be Good For After Opening

Not surprisingly there's a pretty major difference when it comes to storing your homemade pesto versus the store-bought kinds. Here's when it might go bad.

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How Long Should Pickled Eggs Usually Last?

Pickled eggs are an easy and flavorful way to both preserve and enjoy a common breakfast staple, but even the pickling process won't keep eggs good forever.

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Don't Make The Mistake Of Storing Unripe Pears In The Fridge

Pears will continue to ripen even after they've been picked. Unless they're fully ripe, you shouldn't store them in the fridge. Instead, do this.

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8 Signs Your Frozen Steak Has Gone Bad

When steak has been frozen, it can be much harder to tell if it has gone bad. Luckily, we've collected the key signs of frozen steak spoilage here.

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How Long Applesauce Is Good For Once It's Opened

If you keep applesauce around, you may have wondered how long this favorite snack and secret baking ingredient will last after opening. Here's what to know.

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How Long Does French Onion Dip Typically Stay Fresh?

French onion dip and potato chips go together like hand and glove. But if you run out of chips before the dip is gone, this is how long it'll stay fresh.

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The Absolute Best Way To Freeze Salmon

Yes, it's totally fine to freeze that salmon you want to keep rather than letting it spoil. Here's a tip for the absolute best way to do that.

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Here's How Long French Onion Soup Will Last In The Fridge

French onion soup is a longstanding favorite among soup fans. And its potential for batch cooking is good, too due to how long leftovers last in the fridge.

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How Long Does Buttermilk Usually Last After You Open It?

Buttermilk is incredibly useful -- but how long does it stay good after you open it? The answer is complex, but we're here to break it down for you.

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Why It's Such A Bad Idea To Store Your Bread In The Fridge

You always want to have bread on hand in your kitchen, but it never lasts as long as you want. Here's why storing it in the fridge isn't the answer.

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Here's How Long Your Tofu Should Last After Opening

Tofu won't last forever, and after a certain amount of time, it will begin to show signs that it is no longer safe to eat. Here's what you need to know.

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How Long Do Pickled Ramps Last In The Refrigerator?

The very idea of pickling is to make a food item last longer that it would fresh. But nothing lasts forever, so how long will your pickled ramps stay good?

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The Mistakes To Avoid When Freezing Carrots

You can freeze carrots at home to make them last longer, but you'll want to avoid a few common mistakes throughout the process for the best results.

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Is It OK To Freeze Canned Pineapple?

After opening a can of pineapple rings, you can keep any leftovers in the freezer for a long time -- as long as you properly store them to preserve flavor.

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