Sub-Zero BI-42SID Built-In Use & Care Guide - Page 36

Food Storage Recommendations 36 Fresh Vegetables FRESH VEGETABLES anise artichokes asparagus beans, green / snap / lima* bean sprouts beets belgian endive bok choy Recommended Temperature 34-36°F (1-2°C) 34°F (1°C) 34-36°F (1-2°C) 40-45°F (4-7°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 36-38°F (2-3°C) 34°F (1°C) broccoli brussels sprouts cabbage carrots cauliflower celeriac celery chinese broccoli 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) chinese cabbage corn, sweet cucumbers* daikon eggplant* endive / escarole garlic horseradish 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 45°F (7°C) 34°F (1°C) 45°F (7°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) jerusalem artichokes kale kohlrabi leeks lettuce mushrooms okra* onions, bulb 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 45°F (7°C) 34°F (1°C) onions, green parsley parsnips peas, pods and shelled peppers, bell* peppers, chile pumpkins* radicchio 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 34°F (1°C) 45°F (7°C) 45°F (7°C) 38-45°F (3-7°C) 34°F (1°C) Storage Life (refrigerator) Comments 2-3 weeks 1-2 weeks 2-3 weeks 7-10 days 7- days 3-4 months 2-4 weeks 3 weeks 1-2 weeks 3-5 weeks 3-6 weeks 1-5 months 3-4 weeks 6-8 months 1-2 months 10-14 days 2-3 months 5-8 days 10-14 days 4 months 1-2 weeks 2-3 weeks 6-7 months 10-12 months 1-2 weeks 1-2 months 10-14 days 2 months 2-3 weeks 1-2 weeks 1-2 weeks 1-6 months 7-10 days 1-2 months 4-5 months 1-2 weeks 2-3 weeks 2-3 weeks 3-4 months 2-3 weeks Wash vegetables in cool water and drain. Store in airtight container or plastic wrap. Most vegetables should be stored in higher humidity. Discard any fresh vegetables that are moldy or have other signs of spoilage and wipe out the refrigerator compartment. For fresh-cut produce, follow storage directions on package. Refer to the list of ethylene sensitive and ethylene producing vegetables and fruits. *Sensitive to chill injury, a cause of spoilage. Damage may not be apparent until the vegetable is returned to a warmer temperature. See food preservation guide for complete instructions on freezing vegetables. Recommended freezer storage temperature is 0°F (-18°C).