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What does the FIFO rule stand for in the context of food storage?
What does the FIFO rule stand for in the context of food storage?
Which type of food storage does the FIFO rule apply to?
Which type of food storage does the FIFO rule apply to?
What is the purpose of rotating stock according to the FIFO rule?
What is the purpose of rotating stock according to the FIFO rule?
What is the recommended time duration for storing eggplant, celery, peppers, peas, artichokes, zucchini, cucumber, cauliflower, summer squash, yellow squash, green broccoli, and Brussels sprouts in the fridge?
What is the recommended time duration for storing eggplant, celery, peppers, peas, artichokes, zucchini, cucumber, cauliflower, summer squash, yellow squash, green broccoli, and Brussels sprouts in the fridge?
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Which vegetable should be kept on the counter instead of in the fridge to avoid a grainy texture?
Which vegetable should be kept on the counter instead of in the fridge to avoid a grainy texture?
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Why should mushrooms be stored in paper bags rather than plastic in the fridge?
Why should mushrooms be stored in paper bags rather than plastic in the fridge?
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Which fruit should not be stored with avocados if ripening is desired?
Which fruit should not be stored with avocados if ripening is desired?
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What is the recommended method for storing lettuce to maintain its freshness?
What is the recommended method for storing lettuce to maintain its freshness?
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What is the recommended duration for storing frozen vegetables?
What is the recommended duration for storing frozen vegetables?
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Where should dried vegetables be stored for best shelf life?
Where should dried vegetables be stored for best shelf life?
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What is the recommended shelf life for most canned vegetables?
What is the recommended shelf life for most canned vegetables?
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What is the shelf-life of low acid canned vegetables?
What is the shelf-life of low acid canned vegetables?
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Study Notes
FIFO Rule
- FIFO stands for First In, First Out.
- This rule applies to all food storage, especially in commercial kitchens.
- Rotating stock according to FIFO helps prevent waste and ensures freshness.
Vegetable Storage Times
- Eggplant, celery, peppers, peas, artichokes, zucchini, cucumber, cauliflower, summer squash, yellow squash, green broccoli, and Brussels sprouts should be stored in the fridge for 1-2 weeks.
Storing Specific Vegetables
- Tomatoes should be kept on the counter to avoid a grainy texture.
- Mushrooms should be stored in paper bags rather than plastic in the fridge to prevent moisture buildup.
- Avocados should not be stored with other fruits as they produce ethylene gas, which can cause other fruits to ripen too quickly.
Other Storage Tips
- Lettuce should be wrapped in paper towels and stored in a plastic bag in the fridge.
- Frozen vegetables can be stored for 6-12 months.
- Dried vegetables should be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
- Most canned vegetables have a shelf life of 1-2 years.
- Low-acid canned vegetables such as asparagus, beets, green beans, and carrots have a shelf life of 2-5 years.
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Test your knowledge on proper food storage and the FIFO (First In First Out) rule with this quiz. Learn how to reduce waste and ensure the freshness of your food by using the oldest items first and rotating your stock.
