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The length of time that refrigerated meat will keep is dependent upon a number of factors, including
* the initial bacteriological load on the meat * the type of meat * handling throughout processing, distribution and sales * packaging * actual storage temperature of location in the fridge (the colder the better)
* raw or cooked
Raw ground beef can start to go in a day or two. Roasts can last up to 5 days or possibly longer.
My mother always went by a seven day rule if it's cooked. If you are talking about raw meat, there should be a "sell by" date. You shouldn't go more than two days past that. Most raw meats will start to get spots of dark gray on them when they are going bad.
Uncooked meat should be good 1 - 3 days stored in the refrigerator, depending on the type of meat. Poultry will be good 1 - 2 days, others 2 - 3. Cooked meat should be good 3 - 5 days stored in the refrigerator.
unthaw meat can stay in the fridge for no more then 2 days because after that it's considered unsafe to eat... cooked meat can stay out in room temp for no more then 4 hours after that bacteria starts to grow which cause sickness if the meat is eaten
Meats do not last long in the refrigerator. Only about 3 to 4 days if it is raw. Then 1 to 2 days longer if cooked and placed in an airtight container. You should always cover meats when stored in the fridge.
Typically you should follow the two hour rule. If it's been in the danger zone, which is between 40 degrees and 140 degrees Fahrenheit, for more than two hours then you should discard it.
Exceptions might be something like if you left it in the car in the middle of winter when the temperature is below freezing.
The length of time meat will remain good when stored in the fridge will vary. Under normal conditions, you should use it within 3-5 days.
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Can you keep thawed meat in the refrigerator?
The refrigerator is exactly where you should keep meat that is thawing and meat that has thawed - that is until you cook it. Use it within a few days of thawing.
How long can you keep turkey lunch meat in the refrigerator?
It is safe to keep cooked turkey meatloaf out of the refrigerator for a short period of time. It shouldn't stay out longer than an hour.
How long can you keep cooked pork tenderloin in the refrigerator before it goes bad and you can't eat it?
it depends on the variety and quality of the meat, and the temperature of the meat. if the refrigerator is on basic temp, about 4-7 days
How long can you keep cooked turkey meat stuffing in refrigerator?
It should be good refrigerated for 3 to 4 days.
How long can you keep meat left over from picnic ham in refrigerator?
It should be safe to eat for 3 to 4 days.
What part of the refrigerator should you keep meat and poultry?
freezer
Will a 30 lb sirloin strip keep for one week in the refrigerator or should it be frozen?
A week is a little long to keep the meat refrigerated. You can be sure it will be good for 3 to 5 days. To keep it longer, you should freeze the meat.
How long will pasta with meat sauce last in refrigerator?
If kept on the top shelf, in the coldest part of the refrigerator, it will be good for about 4 days. Probably longer, but as a safety measure, i wouldn't keep it beyond 4 days.
How long can cooked red meat stay fresh in the refrigerator?
Red meat: 5 days, white meat: 3
How long can you keep a perm in the refrigerator?
it will be 2weeks
How long is it safe to keep crab salad in refrigerator?
Crab salad should keep safely in the refrigerator for three to four days.
How long to keep caulifloer in the refrigerator?
Cauliflower should be safe for 1 week if stored in the refrigerator.
