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1 hour ago, lindag said:Okay, I’ve never understood the rule that you cool down cooked foods before refrigeration.
I do it all the time so I don’t forget and leave it on the counter overnight.
‘Why is this a rule?
Because putting hot food in your refrigerator raises the temperature in there. I think it’s a matter of common sense. It’s OK as long as it’s something relatively small. I do it quite frequently even though I know better.
1 hour ago, lindag said:Okay, I’ve never understood the rule that you cool down cooked foods before refrigeration.
I do it all the time so I don’t forget and leave it on the counter overnight.
‘Why is this a rule?
Because putting hot food in your refrigerator raise the temperature in there. I think it’s a matter of common sense. It’s OK as long as it’s something relatively small. I do it quite frequently even though I know better.
