Find out when to keep and when to toss those eggs. How Long Do Hard-Boiled Eggs Last? Either way, they will last for a week. Credit: Antonis Achilleos Unpeeled hard-cooked eggs:These can be stored, uncovered, in a bowl or in an airtight container. How Can You Tell If A Hard-Boiled Egg Is Bad? What About Easter Eggs? There is one big exception that you should know about. As the old saying goes:When in doubt, toss it out....

One of life’s most important questions. How Long Does Uncooked Bacon Last In The Fridge? Anopened package of uncooked baconwill last up to one week in the fridge. Credit: Photo: Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox You’ve got seven days. How Long Does Cooked Bacon Last In The Fridge? Cooked bacon, however, only lasts four to five days in the fridge. Can You Freeze Bacon? you might also freeze extra cooked bacon to be used at a later time....

It might be difficult to tell when this naturally tangy milk is past its prime. Just like all dairy products purchased from the grocery store, buttermilk has a shelf-life. We reached out to an expert for advice and storage tips. Credit:Alison Miksch Historically and traditionally, buttermilk was the liquid left after churning cream into butter. This liquid was left to ferment in root cellars, which made it tangy and thick....

Everything you oughta know about having your cake and storing it, too. Chelsea Edwardsis a Registered Dietitian and the owner ofHuntsville Nutrition Collectivein Huntsville, Alabama. How Long Does Cake Last In The Fridge? Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox How Long Does Cheesecake Last In The Fridge? Cheesecakes do not last as long as sponge cakes. This involves cakes withcream cheese frosting, says the Alabama-based dietitian. Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer...

Chili can stay in the fridge for a while, but perhaps not as long as you think. But what should you do with all those chili leftovers? And how long does chili last in the fridge? Credit:Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell After that time period has elapsed, its time to toss it. How Long Does Chili Last In The Fridge? Can You Freeze Chili? According to the USDA, chili can be safely frozen for three to four months....

And how can you make it last longer? Have someleftover steakor a burger that went uneaten? you’re able to safely store it for another meal. Credit: Caitlin Bensel/Southern Living However, how long cooked beef is good for depends on how you store it. It’s best to refrigerate the meat as quickly as possible, and definitely within two hours of cooking. Once it’s no longer hot, wrap the meat tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate it....

(It doesn’t last forever.) How Long Does Cooked Chicken Last In The Fridge? check that it is completely cool before storing. Credit: Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox It should be kept at or below 40oF to slow bacterial growth and keep it safe to eat. Cover the chicken to keep in moisture. Cook, stirring or flipping occasionally, until heated through. Cover with a lid or damp paper towel before reheating....

Temperature is key to preserving watermelon. The exposure to oxygen causes fruits to break down once cut, adds Edwards. Temperature dictates how long cut watermelon lasts, so its important it be stored in the refrigerator. TheFood and Drug Administrationrecommends thorough washing of all fruit and vegetables using cold running water during preparation. Once fruits and vegetables are cut they should be refrigerated in covered containers or frozen in plastic freezer containers....

Hint: It’s probably not as long as you think. How Long Does Ground Beef Last In The Freezer? How Do You Know If Ground Beef Has Gone Bad In The Freezer? Credit: istetiana/Getty Images What exactly does ground beef taste like, if frozen too long? This is where the flavorstarts to become lost, leading to a less enjoyable taste, overall. This willprevent freezer burnanddiscoloration. The plastic wrap is permeable enough for air to get in....

What you gotta know to keep your gravy as fresh as possible. Its a common conundrum and it comes down to how it has been stored. If not used within that time, it can be frozen forfour to six months, she says. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Can You Freeze Gravy? Yes, you’re free to. Baker adds, However, (freezing) a cream based gravy may not be ideal due to separation....

Lovers of pizza leftovers rejoicewe have the answers, according to the experts. Meet The Experts How Long Does Pizza Last In The Fridge? What Factors Contribute To Pizza Lasting Longer? Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox We’ve rounded up some helpful tips for storing and reheating pizza to enjoy it at its prime. “verify your fridge is at least 41F or less for best quality,” says Shaffner. She recommends skipping the microwave, which can make pizza’s crust chewy, mushy, and unpleasant....

Soups and stews are our favoritecold-weather comfortsfor many reasons. But before you grab your spoon, there are some important food safety guidelines you should follow. So how long is soup good for in the fridge after you thaw it? Credit:Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling; Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall When you put yoursmaller containersof soup into the freezer, do not stack them. Refrigerator thawing is safe and easy....

Don’t waste a drop. Well, surethe bacon itself. Well, that depends. Credit:Stacy K. Allen; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely How Long Does Bacon Grease Last? Nguyen advises smelling the bacon grease, looking closely at it, and feeling it. Here are Nguyens rules of thumb: Can You Freeze Bacon Grease? Should You Strain Bacon Grease Before Storing? What Can You Use Bacon Grease For? Nyugen says most home cooks or chefs would use bacon grease for flavoring dishes....