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10 Surprising Foods You Should Be Refrigerating
Time：2017-03-15 15:40:01
Source：Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Author：Karen A
You know milk, meat and eggs belong in the fridge. But what about less obvious foods? Keep these 10 foods cold and they'll stay safe and taste great longer.
1. Tortillas
Some tortillas are prone to molding. That's why the fine print on many tortilla packages recommends refrigerating after opening. Chill them and they'll stay in tip-top shape until the expiration date on the package.
2. Salami
Cured meats including salami are less likely to harbor bacteria than cooked meats, but that doesn't mean they're always 100-percent safe. A 2006 study of 1,020 dry Italian salamis found that 23 percent of them contained the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes. Cured meats also can contain other harmful bacteria such as E. coli. Store opened salami in the refrigerator for up to three to four weeks to slow potential bacterial growth.
3. Ripe Bananas
It's fine to ripen bananas on the kitchen counter. Trouble is, they keep ripening, and ripening and ripening. Once they're ready to eat, pop them in the fridge. If their skins turn brown, don't worry, they're still fine.
4. Nuts
Nuts' fragile unsaturated fats go rancid quickly. While that won't hurt your health, it's definitely bad news for flavor. Keep nuts tasting their best by stowing them in a moisture-tight plastic or glass container in the refrigerator for up to a year.
5. Maple Syrup
Maple syrup has a surprisingly short shelf life. So if yours is sitting in your pantry, it's time to relocate it to the fridge. Stored in a glass container or a tin, maple syrup usually can stay fresh for up to a year. However, if you notice any mold growth, be sure to toss it immediately.
6. Dried Fruit
Dried fruit has less moisture than fresh fruit, so it doesn't spoil as quickly, but it still needs refrigeration for maximum freshness. Keep it in the main compartment of your refrigerator for up to six months.
7. Ketchup
Restaurants may leave their ketchup on the table, but that doesn't mean you should. While its high acid content will keep most bacteria at bay, cool temperatures help maintain flavor and freshness. Refrigerate ketchup for up to six months.
8. Corn on the Cob
Within a single day of harvest, an ear of corn will lose up to 50 percent of its sugar when left at room temperature. Unless you're going to cook it right away, keep corn in the fridge — husks and all — for up to two days.
9. Chocolate Syrup
Chocolate syrup is an easy way to make a glass of milk taste even better. But not if it has developed funny flavors. Chill yours after opening and you can enjoy it for six months.
10. Pecan and Pumpkin Pies
Made with eggs, these treats are magnets for bacteria. Fresh from the oven, they're okay to eat at room temperature for up to two hours and only one hour if it is over 90 degrees Fahrenheit. After that, they should go straight into the fridge for a maximum of three days.
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