food storage

Colorful macarons in a clear storage container with a refrigerator cue

How to Store Macarons

September 7, 2025June 14, 2026ting

Store macarons in an airtight container. Refrigerate filled macarons for longer freshness or perishable fillings, and freeze well wrapped batches if needed.

Chia seeds in liquid with a spoon and a bowl of dry seeds in the background

How Long Do Chia Seeds Last? Storage and Spoilage Signs

September 6, 2025June 11, 2026ting

Dry chia seeds last longest when kept sealed, cool, dark, and dry. Use the package date for quality, and discard seeds that smell rancid, moldy, wet, or infested.

Opened bottle of soy sauce with a dipping bowl, rice, scallions, ginger, garlic, pantry jars, and a refrigerator in the background

How Long Does Soy Sauce Last? Storage and Spoilage Signs

September 3, 2025June 12, 2026ting

Soy sauce usually keeps a long time because it is salty and fermented, but flavor quality fades after opening. Refrigeration helps preserve quality.

Tamales warming in a steamer with a thermometer cue

Reheating Tamales

September 2, 2025June 14, 2026ting

Reheating tamales works best with steam or gentle covered heat. For leftovers, heat the center to 165 degrees F and do not repeatedly reheat the same batch.

Are Ziploc Bags Microwave Safe? Uses, Tips, and Precautions

September 2, 2025September 2, 2025ting

Ziploc bags can be microwaved and are designed to be used in this way. Harmful chemicals are released when plastics are exposed to temperatures above 1500 degrees Fahrenheit, but home microwaves don’t reach these…

A log of goat cheese beside a labeled freezer bag on a kitchen board

Can You Freeze Goat Cheese?

September 1, 2025June 13, 2026ting

You can freeze goat cheese, but the texture may become drier or crumbly after thawing. Freeze it only when needed and use thawed goat cheese in cooked dishes, dips, or crumbled toppings.

Stacked yellow deli cheese slices on parchment paper with a simple kitchen counter background

How Long Is Deli Cheese Good For?

August 23, 2025June 15, 2026ting

Deli cheese keeps best when it is cold, tightly wrapped, and used soon after slicing or opening. Discard it for mold, slime, sour odor, or temperature abuse.

Can You Freeze Gravy? Here’s Everything You Need

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025ting

The article discusses whether leftover gravy can be frozen. Gravy is made from leftover juices of cooked meat, along with broth, cream/milk, butter, and spices. Gravy can be frozen in air tight containers or…

Raisins in a clear airtight jar with a small bowl of raisins and pantry storage in the background

Do Raisins Go Bad?

August 16, 2025June 14, 2026ting

Raisins do go bad when moisture, heat, insects, mold, or fermentation take over. Airtight storage keeps them better longer.

Yogurt frozen into small cubes beside a bowl of thawed yogurt and berries

Can I Freeze Yogurt?

August 15, 2025June 14, 2026ting

You can freeze yogurt, but thawed yogurt may separate, look grainy, or lose its smooth texture. It works best for smoothies, baking, sauces, and frozen portions.