Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Freezer 411


Expiration Happens! Just because a food is frozen doesn't mean that it can stay in the freezer forever. Here is a basic guide on when to toss frozen items:

Cooked Casseroles with Meat... 2-3 Months
Cooked Soups and Stews ... 2-3 Months
Raw Bacon ... 1 Month
Raw Steak ... 6-12 Months
Raw Pork Chops ... 4-6 Months
Ground Beef ... 4 Months
Cooked, plain Chicken Breast ... 4 Months
Raw Chicken Pieces ... 9 Months
Whole Chicken or Turkey ... 12 Months
Cooked Fish ... 4-6 Months
Cooked Shrimp ... 3 Months
Ice Cream ... 2 Months
Cheese, hard of soft ... 6 Months
Butter ... 6-9 Months
Frozen Veggies ... 8 Months
Baked Pie ... 1-2 Months
Cheesecake ... 2-3 Months
Baked Quick Bread ... 2-3 Months
Yeast Bread or Rolls ... 3-6 Months
Baked Cookies ... 8-12 Months

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