How Long Does Food Last?

I looked these up recently, and here's what I found!

Keep these use-by dates in mind when stocking your kitchen.

* IN THE PANTRY:

Bread 5–7 days

Cereal 1 year

Pasta 2 years

White rice 1 year

Canned goods 1 year

Bottled salad dressing 1 year

Jams, jellies, honey, syrup 1 year

Peanut butter 6 months

* IN THE FREEZER:

Bread Up to 1 year

Ground meat 3–4 months

Beef steaks 6–12 months

Fish 2–6 months

Whole poultry 1 year

Lunch meat 1–2 months

Fresh veggies Up to 1 year

Fresh fruit Up to 1 year