Small changes in food storage can help families eat healthier, stay safe, and waste less — which means saving more and ...

Many people wait for food to cool before refrigerating to protect their appliances, a habit experts warn can allow bacteria ...

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends and feasting. Once the holiday meal ends, the spotlight turns to enjoying the leftovers in the days ahead. To keep those leftovers safe to eat, the U.S.

White pants aren’t the only thing that should be quickly tucked away after the Labor Day celebrations. Post-Labor Day leftovers need to be properly stored to avoid foodborne illnesses. Whether you’ve ...

While storing leftovers in the slow cooker insert is possible, it requires more careful handling. For easier, safer storage, transfer leftovers to airtight containers or zip-top bags, which reduces ...

Usually when we think of storing food safely, refrigerated or frozen food comes to mind. However, pantry foods still need to be stored with care. Follow these basic guidelines and you’ll have food ...

Like washing your hands before eating or handling food, you should always wash your produce before eating or cooking it. But why? How? And when—before or after storing it? For starters, fresh produce ...

Bacon is best enjoyed at its freshest, so knowing how to spot spoiled bacon — and storing it correctly — can prevent food waste and protect you from foodborne illnesses. If in doubt, it’s always ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Ronny Maye shares dining and drink experiences around the globe. Nov 25, 2025, 04:30pm EST Frozen food in the refrigerator.

A passionate home cook since childhood, Mark Marino has covered food news for numerous national print and digital publications. He also served as the executive director of The Kitchn's shopping team, ...