10 Ways to Save Food (and Money!)

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"Sell-by" or "use-by" dates don't always mean "toss-by." The sell-by date is the last recommended day you should buy a product in the store, but you can eat it several days to a week after.

"Use-by" is the date through which the item will be top-quality. However, "if stored properly, most foods stay fresh several days longer than the use-by date, even meat," says Fraser. "I've eaten plenty of foods past... more 

Photo by: Everyday Food

Learn Label Lingo
"Sell-by" or "use-by" dates don't always mean "toss-by." The sell-by date is the last recommended day you should buy a product in the store, but you can eat it several days to a week after.

"Use-by" is the date through which the item will be top-quality. However, "if stored properly, most foods stay fresh several days longer than the use-by date, even meat," says Fraser. "I've eaten plenty of foods past the date."

Of course, if you note any off odors, textures, or colors, don't risk it. And you never want to use baby formula past its date. (For a handy food storage guide, check out stilltasty.com.) less