20FOOD STORAGE TIPSFood Storage ChartStorage times are approximate and may vary depending on type of packaging, storage temperature, and the qualityof the food when purchased.FOODSDAIRY PRODUCTSButterMilk and creamCream cheese, cheesespread and cheese foodCottage cheeseSour creamHard cheese(Swiss, Cheddar and Parmesan)EGGSEggs in the shellLeftover yolks or whitesFRUITSApplesBananasPears, plums, avocadosBerries, cherries, apricotsGrapesCitrus fruitsPineapples, cutREFRIGERATOR1 month1 week1 to 2 weeks3 to 5 days10 days1 to 2 months3 weeks2 to 4 days1 month2 to 4 days3 to 4 days2 to 3 days3 to 5 days1 to 2 weeks2 to 3 daysFREEZER6 to 9 monthsNot recommendedNot recommendedNot recommendedNot recommended4 to 6 monthsMay becomecrumblyNot recommended9 to 12 months8 months (cooked)6 months(whole/peeled)Not recommended6 months1 month (whole)Not recommended6 to 12 monthsSTORAGE TIPSWrap tightly or cover.Check carton date. Close tightly. Donot return unused portions tooriginal container. Do not freezecream unless whipped.Wrap tightly.Store in original carton.Check carton date.Store in original carton.Check carton date.Wrap tightly.Cut off any mold.Refrigerate small ends down.For each cup of yolks to be frozen,add 1 tsp. sugar for use in sweet, or1 tsp. salt for non-sweet dishes.May also store unripe or hard applesat 60° to 70° F (16° to 21° C).Ripen at room temperature beforerefrigerating. Note: Bananas darkenwhen refrigerated.Ripen at room temperature beforerefrigerating. Note: Avocados darkenwhen refrigerated.Ripen at room temperature beforerefrigerating.Ripen at room temperature beforerefrigerating.May also store at 60° to 70° F (16° to21° C). If refrigerated, store uncovered.Will not ripen after purchase.Use quickly.