Have you recently purchased one of the many refrigerators now available on the market? If not, do you wonder about the types of food that you can store without a refrigerator?
Believe it or not, there are actually many such items you can use around your house that don’t need temperature control. Below, you’ll find a brief list of some of the most popular items. Keep reading to learn more about which foods do not need temperature control!
Dry baked goods such as breads, muffins, cakes, pastries, crackers, and biscuits are desserts that do not require temperature control. They are baked in the oven and are shelf-stable after cooling. They may spoil when kept in damp or wet conditions.
To extend their shelf life, these items should be stored at room temperature or slightly lower, preferably in an airtight container. The bakery items remain safe for several days if handled properly.
Breads without any vegetable meat or cheese are usually shelf-stable and do not require temperature control. These breads are typically made from basic ingredients such as flour, yeast, water, and salt.
The unique combination of ingredients ensure that these breads will not spoil easily even without refrigeration. They can be stored on the counter, pantry, or cupboard for extended periods of time as long as they are kept in a dry, cool place.
Fruit Jams, Jellies or Preserves typically do not require temperature control once they have been prepared and canned. These products contain a high concentration of sugars, which helps to keep out microorganisms that thrive in warm temperatures.
Additionally, they have been heated to a boiling point to ensure any microorganisms or bacteria are destroyed before being canned and sealed. Once sealed in the jar, the product should remain safe and consumable without needing any specific temperature control.
Most desserts with cream or dairy components are considered ready-to-eat, meaning they no longer require refrigeration as a precaution once prepared.
Most pre-packaged desserts, like store-bought cakes or pastries, will usually come with individual wrappings, which can keep the desserts preserved without needing to be refrigerated. Certain dairy-based desserts such as ice cream will usually contain a sufficient amount of sugar, which will prevent microbial growth.
Cheese of the non hard variety does not need to be temperature controlled. This is because soft cheese does not have a long shelf life and will spoil quickly with too much heat. Soft cheese includes varieties such as cream cheese, cottage cheese, ricotta, brie, and mozzarella.
Soft cheese should therefore be stored in the refrigerator and kept between 36-44 degrees Fahrenheit. It’s best to consume soft cheese within two weeks of purchase. Anything that appears discolored, slimy, or has an unpleasant odor should be discarded.
Use wireless temperature sensors for remote temperature monitoring in refrigerators.
In conclusion to which foods do not need temperature control, there are many. Some of these items include potatoes, onions, hard-boiled eggs, bread, and peanut butter.
While food safety is important, temperature control isn’t always necessary. Try exploring some of these foods you can keep at room temperature today!
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