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Cold Storage Chart: Meat (Beef, Veal, Lamb & Pork)

Select a food category to view the USDA's recommended refrigerator and freezer storage time limits. The listed time limits will help keep refrigerated food (40°F) from spoiling and provide safe food protection. Because freezing (0°F) keeps food safe for long periods of time, the recommended storage times for the freezer are for quality only.

View All Categories Bacon and Sausage Beverages, Fruit Dairy Deli & Vacuum-packed Products Dough Eggs

Ham, Corned Beef Hamburger, Ground and Stew Meat Hot Dogs and Luncheon Meats Mayonnaise, Commercial Meat (Beef, Veal, Lamb & Pork) Meat Leftovers Pizza

Poultry, Cooked Poultry, Fresh Seafood, Fish Seafood, Shellfish Soups and Stews Stuffing

Meat (Beef, Veal, Lamb & Pork)	Refrigerator (40°F)	Freezer (0°F)
Steaks	3-5 days	6-12 months
Chops	3-5 days	4-6 months
Roasts	3-5 days	4-12 months
Variety meats (tongue, kidneys, liver, heart, chitterlings)	1-2 days	3-4 months
Pre-stuffed uncooked pork chops, lamb chops, or chicken breasts stuffed with dressing	1 day	Doesn't freeze well