We ask this question far too often when opening the fridge for a glass of milk. Let’s face it — in college it’s hard enough to keep track of due dates for papers, let alone expiration dates. Here is a guide to make a quick decision: “Keep it or toss it?”
Eggs
Refrigerator: 3-5 weeks
Apples
Pantry: 1-3 days
Refrigerator: 3-4 weeks
Photo by Lily Allen
Bananas
Pantry: 2-5 days
Refrigerator: 5-7 days
Freezer: 2-3 months
Photo by Devon Carlson
Strawberries
Refrigerator: 2-3 days
Freezer: 10-12 months
Photo by Devon Carlson
Milk
Refrigerator: 1 week after “sell-by” date
Freezer: 3 months
Photo by Hannah Lin
Juice
Refrigerator: 1 week after opening
Freezer: 8-12 months
Photo by Hannah Lin
Yogurt
Refrigerator: 7-10 days after “sell-by” date
Freezer: 1-2 months
Photo by Hannah Lin
Bread
Pantry: 5-7 days after printed date
Refrigerator: 6 months
Photo by Hannah Lin
Potato Chips
Opened: 1-2 weeks
Unopened: 2 months
Photo by Hannah Lin
Chicken/Other Meat (Raw)
Refrigerator: 1-2 days
Freezer: 9 months
Chicken/Other Meat (Cooked)
Refrigerator: 3-4 days
Freezer: 4 months