How to Organize a Refrigerator

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Channel: Howcast · 2010 · Howto & Style

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Chill out! Use these helpful tips to get your refrigerator organized.

Step 1: Remove nonperishable items
Remove items that don't need refrigeration. Food items such as tomatoes, onions, and potatoes can be kept at room temperature.

Step 2: Group taller items together
Group taller items toward the back so you can see the items in the front.

Tip
Stand all bottles upright to prevent spills.

Step 3: Keep meat on bottom
Keep all meat in the bottom drawer. This will prevent cross-contamination through any drippings.

Step 4: Keep vegetables in crisper
Keep all fruits and vegetables in the salad crisper.

Step 5: Store leftovers
Store leftovers in airtight containers.

Tip
Label each container with a date.

Step 6: Store condiments
Put items that will not spoil with changing temperatures, such as condiments, in the door compartment.

Step 7: Go through refrigerator
Go through your refrigerator on a weekly basis. Throw away items that are past the due date. Enjoy the ease of an organized refrigerator.

Did You Know?
A refrigerator should be set at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or less to protect food from bacteria growth.

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