Almost everyone stores food in the refrigerator, but not everyone knows how to do it correctly. However, if you follow simple rules, this will guarantee you a tasty and healthy diet plus save money.
How to extend the life of food – read on.
How to arrange food in sections
Each of the sections has its own cooling mode and is designed to store different types of food. Usually, each section has a marking indicating which products it is ideal for storing.
It is not necessary to store fruit in the refrigerator. You can store some of them at room temperature for several days.
How to extend the life of greens
Greens will stay fresh longer if you store them correctly in the refrigerator. To do this, cut the stems of greens and place them in a glass of cold water.
Dairy products
Store dairy products, including hard cheeses, in a separate section of the refrigerator. Do not forget about containerization and home wrapping with cling film. This way, the products in this group will not air out and will not absorb foreign odors.
Meat and fish
These products are cramped on the shelf. Bacteria and sometimes parasites continue to live in raw fish and raw meat. You should not allow them to spread. Store these products in separate sections, using containers, vacuum packaging or at least isolate them with film.
Long-term storage products
There are a number of products that can be stored for years and from which the harm is minimal. Among them:
cereals,
rusks and flour snacks,
canned food,
dried and cured meat,
jams,
honey and many others.
Before going to the supermarket, it is important to consider all the risks and determine which products you can stock up on. Only with a rational approach will you be confident in the future.
Keep track of expiration dates
Set aside space in your refrigerator for foods that you think you need to use up as soon as possible. This mix and match of shelves will not only serve as a reminder to store your food, but can also inspire new and interesting recipes.
