FOOD STORAGE
| Days in | Months in |
Meat and Poultry | Refrigerator | Freezer |
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Fresh Meat |
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Roasts (Beef and Lamb) | 3 to 5 | 6 to 12 |
Roasts (Pork and Veal) | 3 to 5 | 4 to 8 |
Steaks (Beef) | 3 to 5 | 6 to 12 |
Lamb Chops | 3 to 5 | 6 to 9 |
Pork Chops | 3 to 5 | 3 to 4 |
Ground and Stew Meats | 1 to 2 | 2 to 3 |
Variety Meats | 1 to 2 | 3 to 4 |
Pork Sausage | 1 to 2 | 2 to 3 |
Processed Meats |
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Bacon | 7 | 1 |
Frankfurters | 7 | 1/2 |
Ham (Whole) | 7 | 1 to 2 |
Ham (Half) | 5 | 1 to 2 |
Ham (Steak) | 3 | 1 to 2 |
Luncheon Meats | 3 to 5 | Not recommended |
Sausage (Smoked) | 7 | Not recommended |
Sausage (Dry and | 14 to 21 | Not recommended |
Poultry |
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Chicken and Turkey (Whole) | 1 to 2 | 12 |
Chicken (Pieces) | 1 to 2 | 9 |
Turkey (Pieces) | 1 to 2 | 6 |
Duck and Goose (Whole) | 1 to 2 | 6 |
Suggested Freezer Storage Times For Other Foods | ||
Most Fruits and Vegetables |
| 8 to 12 months |
| 6 to 8 months | |
Lean Fish |
| 2 to 3 months |
Fatty Fish |
| 2 to 3 months |
Rolls, Bread |
| 2 to 3 months |
Soups, Stews, Casseroles |
| 1 month |
Ice Cream |
| 1 month |
Cakes, Pies |
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