Food Storage

Culinary Terms & Jargon

Food storage means keeping ingredients and prepared dishes under suitable conditions until use. Keep a refrigerator at 40°F (4°C) or below and a freezer at 0°F (-18°C) or below. Refrigerate perishables within two hours, or within one hour when exposed to temperatures above 90°F (32°C). Storage times depend on the food.

Reference: FoodSafety.gov food handling guidance.