Its all about consistent temperatureand the right temperature.
When I happen upon it,the meat may have changed colorand I worry if its still fresh.
Its also important to protect other food from possible contamination if the ground beef drips.
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For that, the best spot is the bottom of the refrigerator.
What If Your Fridge Is Too Warm or Too Cold?
Storing your ground beef properly is important for both food safety and quality.
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Oxidation reactions occur at a faster rate at warmer temperatures.
How Long Can Ground Beef Stay In the Fridge?
You should use ground beef within two days of putting it in your fridge, recommends theU.S.
Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service.
The rule is to rely on the best if used by date on the package.
you’ve got the option to also thaw it by placing the package in cold water.
