*30+ Foods That Should Never Be Placed in the Refrigerator*
*PART 5*
25. Spices
Most ground spices can be safely stored for years without refrigeration. Not only is there not any benefit to storing spices at a colder temperature, but the flavor may be affected. If a spice has been stored at room temperature for a year or more, smelling it will determine if it is still good. If it has lost its aroma it probably won’t make you ill, it just is no longer effective.
26. Pears
Some people prefer to eat their fruit cold. The colder temperatures, however, will destroy the crisp texture of fruits such as pears. Pears may become soft and mushy if left in the refrigerator for very long.
27. Hot Peppers
It’s an old wives tale that putting peppers in the refrigerator will preserve or enhance their flavor. The cold can reduce the peppers crisp texture. It’s often recommended to keep peppers in a paper bag and to make sure they are kept dry.
28. Soy Sauce
Soy sauce is fermented and does not need refrigeration. Although most bottles will say to refrigerate after opening many brands have enough salt to keep it preserved while on the counter for months. The exception may be the low sodium brands.
29. Flour
Flour normally won’t be damaged by colder temperatures, it just isn’t necessary to keep it in the refrigerator. But since most people’s refrigerators are packed full, it’s good to know the flour will be fine as long as it’s stored in an air tight container.
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