Pantry Staples
Dry pasta
Fridge (4°C / 40°F)
Not needed
Freezer (−18°C / 0°F)
Not needed
Pantry / counter
1–2 years
Store it right
- Airtight container in a dry cupboard.
- Egg pasta keeps a shorter time than plain.
Signs it has gone off
- Musty or damp smell.
- Webbing or tiny insects.
- Clumped, softened strands.
Never taste food to test it — a small bite is enough to make you ill.
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