Danby D1866WE User Manual

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Food Storage Guide
Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and
moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted.  This
prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the
refrigerator.  For dated products, check code date to
ensure freshness.
Butter or margarine
Keep opened butter in covered dish or closed compart-
ment.  When storing an extra supply, wrap in freezer
packaging and freeze.
Cheese
Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to use it.
Once opened, rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum
foil.
Milk
Wipe milk cartons.  For best storage, place milk on
interior shelf.
Eggs
Store in original carton on interior shelf.
Vegetables with skins (carrots, peppers)
Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store in
crisper.
Fish
Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day as purchased.
Meat
Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is
airtight and moisture-proof.  Rewrap if necessary.  See
the following chart for storage times.  When storing meat
longer than the times given, freeze the meat.
Chicken ........................................................... 1-2 days
Ground beef .................................................... 1-2 days
Variety meats (liver, heart, etc.) ....................... 1-2 days
Cold cuts ......................................................... 3-5 days
Steaks/roasts ................................................... 3-5 days
Cured meats ................................................. 7-1 0 days
Leftovers
Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
Plastic containers with tight lids can also be used.
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