{"id":11752,"date":"2021-07-23T06:11:53","date_gmt":"2021-07-23T06:11:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alternatech.net\/?p=11752"},"modified":"2021-07-23T06:11:53","modified_gmt":"2021-07-23T06:11:53","slug":"things-you-should-never-ever-store-in-your-pantry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/things-you-should-never-ever-store-in-your-pantry\/","title":{"rendered":"Things You Should Never Ever Store in Your Pantry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style='\"text-align:' right><em>By Stacey L. Nash &ndash; Bobvila\n<p>The pantry serves as a catchall for foods of all kinds. But it takes just one taste of rancid oil, a whiff of moldy jelly, or the sight of drippy prosciutto to know that not all food stores well at room temperature. Many people simply check the label and if it doesn\u2019t say refrigerate, the item goes into the pantry. Some foods, however, last longer, taste better, and stay safer when stored in the refrigerator or freezer, even if the label doesn\u2019t explicitly say so. Though it may make your jaw drop (and stomach turn) to learn this, the following items, many of which are considered pantry staples, should never be stored there.\n</p><p><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-11753 src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/07%5C/Tihngs-You-Should-Never-Store-in-Your-Pantry.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"600\"' height='\"435\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Tihngs-You-Should-Never-Store-in-Your-Pantry.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h2>Garlic-Infused Olive Oil\n</h2><p>Homemade garlic-infused olive oil can potentially contain botulinum spores, which grow into the bacteria that cause botulism, a food poisoning that attacks the body\u2019s nerves and can be fatal. Fresh garlic tends to carry botulinum spores, so any oil infused with garlic should be kept in the refrigerator to prevent bacteria growth. Even then, throw it away after seven days.\n</p><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-11754 src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/07%5C/Garlic-Infused-Olive-Oil.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"600\"' height='\"773\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Garlic-Infused-Olive-Oil.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><h2>Pure Maple Syrup (Especially Organic)\n</h2><p>After enjoying a plate of pancakes dripping with pure maple syrup, you may be tempted to stash that syrup back in the pantry without giving it another thought. Pure maple syrup, however, especially the organic kind, can go moldy, so it\u2019s best stored in the fridge. Need another argument in favor of cold storage? If you store your syrup in the pantry and the container is opaque, you may not see the mold until you\u2019ve started to pour syrup on your short stack.\n</p><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-11755 src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/07%5C/Pure-Maple-Syrup.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"517\"' height='\"689\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Pure-Maple-Syrup.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><h2>Sunflower and Truffle Oil\n</h2><p>Cold-pressed oils like sunflower and truffle oil have a short shelf life if they\u2019re not refrigerated. As they\u2019re pricier than some of their counterparts, it\u2019s definitely worth keeping them cold to extend their usefulness.\n</p><h2>Nuts\n</h2><p>When stored in the pantry, nuts are more likely to go stale than grow moldy. That said, if you frequently reach for the nuts, you may be leaving bacteria behind, and if you grab a few nuts while your hands are wet, the chance that bacteria will grow increases. Over time, you could end up with nuts that are both stale and bacteria-laden. Don\u2019t run the risk; store them in the refrigerator.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-11756 src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/07%5C/Nuts.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"488\"' height='\"354\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nuts.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><h2>Salami and Other Cured Meats\n</h2><p>You might see \u201cshelf-stable\u201d printed on their packaging, but cured meats are prone to drying out if opened and stored in the pantry. Wrap the meat in butcher paper and refrigerate it to preserve its flavor and texture, and to protect you from potential illness.\n</p><h2>Chocolate\n</h2><p>You can significantly extend the life of chocolate by storing it in the refrigerator rather than the pantry. Before you stick it in the fridge, wrap chocolate tightly to protect it from condensation and prevent it from absorbing odors and flavors from other foods. Once the chocolate is wrapped, put it in an airtight container until you\u2019re ready to use it.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-11757 src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/07%5C/Chocolate.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"600\"' height='\"435\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Chocolate.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><h2>Tortillas\n</h2><p>Though tortillas are rarely served cold, it\u2019s best to store them in the fridge. Whether you prefer flour or corn tortillas, they\u2019ll stay fresher longer if kept at a regulated cold temperature after you open the package. When it\u2019s time for tacos, allow the tortillas to gradually warm up to room temperature or pop them in the oven.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-11758 src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/07%5C/Tortillas.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"600\"' height='\"435\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Tortillas.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><h2>Natural Peanut Butter\n</h2><p>Natural peanut butter, the kind that separates in the jar, needs to be kept cool. Like the oils in whole-grain flours, the oils in natural peanut butter can go rancid if left in the pantry.\n</p><h2>Mustard\n</h2><p>Most mustard containers indicate that refrigeration isn\u2019t necessary after opening. But mustard loses its flavor and vibrant color fairly quickly. To keep it tasting and looking its best, keep mustard in the refrigerator.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"' wp-image-11759 src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/07%5C/Mustard.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"564\"' height='\"409\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Mustard.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n</p><p>&nbsp;\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>By Stacey L. Nash &ndash; Bobvila The pantry serves as a catchall for foods of all kinds. But it takes just one taste of rancid oil, a whiff of moldy jelly, or the sight of drippy prosciutto to know that not all food stores well at room temperature. 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