Should we fill these up and keep them refrigerated, or can we leave them out on the table/counter?
1021170
If you use them, they must be kept in the refrigerator. They are made of a very cheap plastic, not like the ones you see in restaurants.
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I would not keep them out for long. They are not heavy duty, but rather a thin plastic. Plus, mayonnaise will spoil quickly because it is made with egg and such. That is my thoughts. Good luck.
1021172
I have filled them up and keep them refrigerated. I normally do not leave anything like ketcup, mustard etc. out of the fridge.
1767480
put then in a fridge and they should last for years. Go ahead get them just keep cool so they don't melt.
948170
We kept them refrigerated after opening for a couple of months. Not sure how far you can push that.
605434
Even though they can be packed with ice, are they kept refrigerated while in storage before we even purchase them???
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We keep the tubes refrigerated. I can't remember how we learned that it was best to keep them refrigerated, but I believe they 'keep' longer when refrigerated.
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I believe there should be an expiration date on the package. I would say you could keep them for a while at room temperature. After a week I would put them in the frig. The package is usually eaten up by then though for me. Hope this helps. :)
2126154
I store them in the pantry. I have never had a problem since they are dehydrated and will keep a very long time.
67265
They are dru capsules so i dont think they have to be refrigerated. I never did and they where perfect
107167
They actually suggest refrigeration, but I order these in bulk in 25 lb boxes and store them in a large kitchen cabinet, and I can attest that they last at least a year. I would like to put some in my food storage but haven't tried it yet. I think if they're dry packed in foil pouches or buckets with an O2 pack, they would probably last quite a while. The big threat would be rancidity, but since they have a very low fat content, I think they'd be OK. I can't see why they'd be any different than TVP.
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I just keep them in a cooler room, I think freezing may make them mushy. Fridge might be alright although I haven't done that. I use it every day in my protein shakes so doesn't sit around a long time..just looked at the pkg. and says to refrigerate, guess I will be keeping it there from now on
1425852
I store mine in the freezer. I would imagine if they are sealed properly they will keep Indefinitley, mine have been in the freezer for a year or so and are as good as the day I put them there.
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I would store them like you would pasteurized. I soak and dehydrate mine then store in the refrigerator. They would do do fine in an airtight container in the pantry too.
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It does recommend that they either be refrigerated or I believe kept at 70 degrees or below. I don't have a bottle with me while I am writing this.
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I would keep them in a cool, dark place, but not in the refrigerator. (Mine are in one of my kitchen cabinets where there is no direct sun, and behind a closed door.) Refrigerated, I think the oil will congeal, and it may affect how it absorbs into your system. You can always call the company if you want confirmation.
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No. I put them in a container, and keep in the fridge. Throw them into wok towards end of cooking. Or in whatever sauce I am preparing to put in at the end of the cooking.
1934700
I keep mine in the refrigerator. They should last a few months that way. They are delicious!
266655
It depends upon how they are kept. They should be kept in a cool, dry location in an airtight container. I have kept them safely for a year following these procedures.