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SugarbeetShelf Life, Storage, and Spoilage Guide

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Pantry

3-5 days

Store unwashed in a cool, dark, and dry place, similar to other root vegetables. Do not wash until ready to use.

Refrigerator

2-3 weeks

Store unwashed sugarbeets in a plastic bag in the crisper drawer of the refrigerator. Trim any greens if still attached before storing.

Freezer

8-12 months

For best quality, wash, peel, and blanch sugarbeets before freezing. Cool quickly, then pack into airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags.

Signs of Spoilage

  • Soft or mushy texture
  • Mold growth on the surface
  • Off-odor
  • Significant discoloration or dark spots
  • Slimy surface

Room Temperature Safety

Follow the 2-hour rule: Do not leave perishable food at room temperature for more than 2 hours. If the ambient temperature is above 90°F (32°C), the limit is 1 hour.

The 'Danger Zone' for bacterial growth is between 40°F (4°C) and 140°F (60°C).

Promptly refrigerate or freeze sugarbeets after purchase or harvest to maintain quality and safety. Discard any sugarbeets left in the danger zone for too long.

Expert Tips

Safe Handling

1

Wash sugarbeets thoroughly under running water before peeling or cutting.

2

Prevent cross-contamination by using separate cutting boards and utensils for raw produce and other foods.

3

If cooking, ensure they are cooked until tender.

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Comparisons

Beets (raw)
Pantry
3-5 days
Fridge
2-3 weeks
Freezer
8-12 months
Carrots (raw)
Pantry
3-5 days
Fridge
2-3 weeks
Freezer
10-12 months