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What does the FIFO rule stand for in the context of food storage?
First In First Out
Which type of food storage does the FIFO rule apply to?
All types of foods: fresh, frozen, canned, and dried
What is the purpose of rotating stock according to the FIFO rule?
To ensure freshness and reduce waste
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?
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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?
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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?
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Where should dried vegetables be stored for best shelf life?
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What is the recommended shelf life for most canned vegetables?
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What is the shelf-life of low acid canned vegetables?
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