Yes, there’s a right way and I asked the experts.

There are a few things you’re free to do.

First, toss that funky flour in the trash or compost bin.

King Arthur Flour on a kitchen counter

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Third, learn how to keep your flour from ever going bad again.

Read on and never have another flour-spoilage snafu.

Whats the Best Container for Storing Flour?

Bowls of flour baking soda salt self-rising flour recipe

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The key is to keep out moisture, heat, and odors.

Or you’ve got the option to simply slip the flour in its original bag inside the container.

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Pantry, Fridge, or Freezer?

King Arthur flour on a shelf

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The same goes for nut flours.

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How Long Does Flour Last?

And that’s true even if the flour hasn’t reached its best-by date.