11. Tuna
When you hear the word ‘tuna’ you may think, “hey, it’s fish, I know that goes in the fridge.” But really, canned tuna should be put in the pantry or cabinet. If you put it in the fridge, it is susceptible to rust. If you store it in a dry place, it can last up to five years! However, after you open it, you need to take it out of the can and store it in the fridge.
Another food that needs to be kept dry is next!
inegar, a natural preservative that will keep your ketchup fresh no matter what.
12. Bread
It’s ironic why bread needs to be kept out of the fridge. It will dry out! That’s right. In this case, the moisture isn’t the problem, but rather the fact that bread will go stale if kept cold. Though it can be frozen if it won’t be eaten right away if you will toast it later.
13. Potatoes
You say tomato, I say potato. Eh, I guess they both need kept out of the fridge. You may notice that potatoes are often kept in the basement or the bottom of the pantry. That’s because when kept in the fridge, it will become all mushy and grainy as the starches are broken down. Yuck!
A similar food is next, though it
14. Apples
You may like cool apples, but the truth is, they will last for weeks out on the counter. The too cool temps and humidity will cause the apples to ripen faster. Though, after a few weeks, it can be beneficial to keep them in the fridge. Or you can just eat them!
One more and you don’t want to miss it!
is kept cold more often.
15. Avocadoes
A nice trick with avocados it to ripen them in the windowsill. They will reach perfection as the creamy flesh sets. It will be the optimum consistency for guacamole. So give it a try, don’t make it hard on yourself by putting it in the fridge!
16. Hot Sauce
For the most flavorful, spicy hot sauce, don’t refrigerate it. The cold with sap away the flavor. Instead, store your vinegar based hot sauce in the pantry for a natural punch!
Another vinegar based food is next! Keep reading!
17. Pickles
Like ketchup, pickles are packed with enough vinegar to last years sealed out in the open! So it’s your choice, keep it in the fridge or enjoy a nice warm and juicy pickle any day!
18. Garlic
Garlic will age faster in the fridge and will unintentionally flavor your food. The bulbs need air or it will permeate the area it is locked in! Keep this in mind unless you want garlic cheese! Hmmm…that does sound good.
19. Bananas
So most people don’t keep their bananas int he fridge and with good reason! When refrigerated not only do the peels turn brown, but they will slow down their ripening process.
