Pulled out some deli meat from fridge. My mother-in-law says it’s wasteful not to use it, but it looks bad to me. What should I do?

How to store deli meat so you’re not in this situation again

If you want to avoid the “is this still okay?” drama next time, storage matters:

– Keep it in the coldest part of the fridge, ideally below 40°F (4°C).
– Once opened, move it to an airtight container or wrap it tightly to keep air and moisture out.
– Don’t leave it sitting out on the counter – put it back in the fridge as soon as you’re done making sandwiches.
– Write the opening date on the package so you know exactly how long it’s been there.

A tiny bit of organization can save you money and keep you out of the food-poisoning danger zone.