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Unbranded milk bottle on a counter beside a kitchen timer and refrigerator thermometer

How Long Can Milk Stay Out of the Fridge?

July 3, 2025June 12, 2026ting

Refrigerated milk should not stay out longer than 2 hours. If the room or outdoor temperature is above 90 degrees F, use 1 hour.

Bottle of lemon juice beside fresh lemons, a cut lemon, and an open refrigerator shelf

Does Lemon Juice Go Bad?

June 20, 2025June 13, 2026ting

Yes, lemon juice can go bad. Fresh juice spoils fastest, bottled juice lasts longer, and opened bottles should be kept covered and refrigerated.

Hummus divided into freezer-safe containers and a silicone tray beside chickpeas, pita, cucumber, olive oil, and an open freezer drawer

Can You Freeze Hummus?

June 18, 2025June 12, 2026ting

You can freeze hummus while it is still fresh, but expect some texture change. Portion it first, thaw it in the refrigerator, stir well, and never freeze hummus that has unsafe handling history.

Sliced salami and wrapped salami stored in refrigerator containers beside a refrigerator thermometer

How Long Is Salami Good For?

June 4, 2025June 12, 2026ting

How long salami is good for depends on the label and whether it is dry cured, refrigerated, opened, sliced, or deli sliced.

Amber bottle of vanilla extract with vanilla beans, a measuring spoon, flour, and sugar on a baking counter

Does Vanilla Extract Go Bad?

June 4, 2025June 13, 2026ting

Vanilla extract usually loses aroma before it becomes unsafe. Keep it tightly closed in a cool, dark pantry and replace it when the smell or flavor fades.

Hummus in covered containers with vegetables, pita, chickpeas, and a refrigerator thermometer on a fridge shelf

How Long Does Hummus Last?

May 28, 2025June 12, 2026ting

Hummus should stay refrigerated unless the unopened package says shelf stable. Use the label first, keep it cold, and discard hummus with spoilage signs or unsafe room temperature history.

Can you freeze cantaloupe? Learn the best methods!

May 25, 2025ting

Cantaloupe can be frozen Freezing cantaloupe extends its shelf life Steps to freeze cantaloupe: 1) Select ripe cantaloupe, 2) Cut into pieces or chunks, 3) Place on baking tray lined with plastic wrap, 4)…