Everything you Need to Know to Organize Your Fridge

What should we put in the refrigerator before if we want to preserve the cold chain?

When we perform the purchase we become, for a time, food handlers  , and we pay special attention to the whole process: in the supermarket , taking us a reasonable time in choosing every product, it is essential to read the label carefully, as it is card product presentation during the transfer , and of course also when we got home .

The purchase must begin by the durable goods (those that do not need refrigerated conservation) and end with perishable products (chilled and frozen).
What is clear is that we must be especially careful with refrigerated and frozen for the time that these foods may remain high temperature is a critical factor for conservation, because it may increase the possibility of proliferation of microorganisms.
So during the purchase and transfer of food home is in your hands to do everything possible to maintain the cold chain . Isothermal bags will help to keep intact the nutritional and organoleptic properties of frozen products related to taste, odor, color and texture.
Made the purchase, storing food plays, and this determinant to preserve their aroma, taste, appearance and nutrients step.

When placing and store-bought food at home, it makes sense to keep the cold chain is broken food is to follow the recommended purchase order but in reverse:

1. Frozen,
2. Refrigerated 
3. Hard goods.

But besides having a clear priority over other foods to save time, there should be some additional explanations for each of the categories.
Frozen Food
International freezing temperature set for the cold chain is -18 º C, thus preventing the growth of microorganisms.

It is almost inevitable that the temperature of the food during transportation, so the important thing is to prevent or thaw the cold chain is broken. Thus, they are the first foods that you have to place to get home.
Refrigerated foods
It is recommended to get them as quickly as possible in the refrigerator as follows:

• Cheese and sausage on top.
• In the center, and in their original packaging, we will place the milk and its derivatives as cream and yogurts. Once opened, they should be eaten between 3 and 7 days depending on the product.
• The lower or cooler area is reserved for meat and fish , which must always be properly covered to prevent odors and potential cross contamination. It is recommended to place them on a plate or in a bowl to prevent juices stain the fridge. Uncooked, should be consumed between 1 and 2 days after purchase.
• At the door he placed unwashed eggs, sauces, jams and butter, always checking the expiration date.
• The fruit and vegetables were placed separately in two drawers. Best loose, if anything more delicate transparent or can be wrapped in foil. While washing is not necessary, the vegetables must be clean.

Non-perishable food
Direct to the pantry Iran, respecting the order, and if you have other warmer areas this influences the shelf life and appearance of some products.
Thus, staples and frequent use will be placed closer to view, sorted by groups.

• Oils in a dark place and in its own container. Unopened milk and flour.
• Dried Food and dry goods (rice, pasta, nuts ...) are stored in cool places and completely dry, if moisture is moldy.
• The preserved also in the pantry, if they are open, go to the refrigerator.
• The coffee in an airtight container in a dry, cool place. If I did have to put heat in the fridge so that it retains its organoleptic characteristics.
• The tea and other infusions should be stored separately from odors that may damage them.
• The tubers are to be stored in ventilated and dark place.

Finally, we can not forget the semi as anchovies in oil, pate and smoked , among others. Unlike canning these products are not sterilized, ie, subjected to a heat treatment that destroys microorganisms. For this reason, you always have to keep refrigerated.
So with these basic rules will achieve a good way to organize your fridge efficiently purchase, go for it!
 
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