Fish, Meat, Poultry (fresh) (2228)

Refrigerate fresh fish, meat and poultry as soon as possible after you buy it. For best quality, keep the refrigerator temperature between 32 and 35 degrees Fahrenheit. Store fresh meats, such as roasts and steaks, in the refrigerator for three to five days. Store ground or stew meats one to two days.

You can store fresh chicken one to two days in the refrigerator, but for best results, use the day of purchase.

Wrap fish loosely in waxed paper or aluminum foil or place in a covered container before refrigerating. You may store fish for two days, but for best results, use the day of purchase.

If you are not going to use meat or poultry within these recommended storage periods, freeze them immediately after purchase to maintain top quality.

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