Organizing your fridge doesn’t just keep things in their right place, it also lengthens the lifespan of the foods inside. Here are a few smart ways to get the most storage space out of your refrigerator.
- Start by going through your entire refrigerator and throwing away anything that is past its expiration date. Wipe out the shelves and drawers and prepare to put things back inside.
- Consider your storage and see where you can add more. If there is a particularly large shelf, purchase additional shelving or bins from your local home goods store.
- Organize food items by size, leaving the larger items in the back and the smaller ones in the front so that you can easily see everything at first glance.
- Place the vegetables in the designated vegetable drawer, as this is often a so-called “crisper” that is designed especially to keep delicate vegetables fresh.
- Only store condiments on the door, as this is the warmest part of the refrigerator and can cause other items to spoil.
- Store raw foods, such as meats, on the bottom shelf so that they don’t contaminate other items.
Fridge and Freezer Organization [The Container Store]
The Best Way to Organize Your Refrigerator [The Kitchn]
How to Store Food in the Refrigerator [Real Simple]
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