How long can foods safely be stored in a refrigerator or freezer?
Most food items including fresh meats (pork, lamb, beef, and veal), deli foods, and salads can be stored for three to four days in the refrigerator and four to 12 months in the freezer. Poultry and ground meats can be stored one to two days in the refrigerator and two to three months in the freezer. The duration of storage will sometimes affect the taste of the food but not the safety.
For most food items including fresh meats (pork, lamb, beef, and veal), deli foods, and salads can be stored for 3-4 days in the refrigerator and 4-12 months in the freezer. Poultry and ground meats should be stored 1-2 days in the refrigerator and 2-3 months in the freezer. Duration of storage will sometimes affect the taste of the food but not the safety.
