At Sunbasket, we provide fresh, perishable ingredients, so it's important to cook your meal within a specific timeframe to ensure quality and freshness. Here's a general guide for storing your Sunbasket groceries:
🧊 Fridge Storage Guidelines:
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Meal Kits (Unopened):
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Fresh produce, proteins, and dairy: Generally, you should keep unopened meal kit ingredients in the fridge for 4–7 days after delivery.
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Vegetables: Most will last 5–7 days in the fridge, but leafy greens and herbs might wilt sooner.
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Prepared & Ready Meals:
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These meals should be refrigerated immediately and eaten within 5–7 days for the best quality and taste. Check the label for specific use-by dates.
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Meat & Seafood:
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Fresh proteins (Fish) should be cooked within 3 days of delivery, depending on the type.
- Fresh proteins (Chicken, Beef, Pork) should be cooked within 3-5 days of delivery, depending on the type.
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Frozen options: If they arrive frozen, store them in the freezer until you’re ready to use them.
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Soups:
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You can store the soups in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. If you plan on eating the soup later in the week or the next week, we recommend freezing them. You can store the soups frozen for 3-4 months.
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Condiments, Sauces, and Dressings:
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Store these in the fridge as well. Most will stay fresh for 7–10 days but check for any specific use-by dates. You can store the soups frozen for 3-4 months.
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Cookies:
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We recommend freezing your cookie dough until you are ready to bake the cookies.
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🗣️ General Tip:
Always make sure to unpack your delivery right away, refrigerating perishable items immediately to maintain freshness.