This cold food storage guide shows how long you can freeze common foods [Video]

How many times have you pulled some chicken (or a pie or a casserole) out of the deep freezer only to end up worrying that you shouldn’t eat it because of how long it’s been in there?

Well, second-guess yourself no more — we’ve created a handy guide using data from FoodSafety.gov, a resource run by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, that spells out exactly how long you can safely keep various foods in the refrigerator and freezer.

Bookmark this article or print out the cheat sheet below and stick it on your fridge so you’ll always know just how long you can hold on to those bulk pork chops you got from Costco (up to a year, by the way).

Freezer Storage Times Vary By Food Type

There’s no universal advice for freezing foods, as the guidelines are based on the type of food product and portion size. Some of the suggested freezer …