Experts claim most people are storing their milk all wrong (Image: Getty)
Refrigeration experts have revealed the – including putting milk in the door.
However, there’s an even bigger blunder many of us make in our coolers. Overloading our fridge is one the we all make, says Miele GB’s lead culinary manager, Cesar Fernandez.
He explained that over-filled fridges suffer from poor airflow. This makes it harder for the kitchen appliance to maintain a consistent temperature.
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Overloaded fridges struggle to keep food cold (Image: Getty)
Cesar says that fridges should be kept clutter-free – and over-stocking is a big no-no. However, an empty fridge has to work harder to regulate its temperature, causing it to – so striking the right balance is crucial.
He also recommends we should give our fridges a monthly – and he has some great advice on how best to do this. Obviously, it’s best to remove all shelves and drawers – but harsh chemicals should be avoided.
Instead, use a mild detergent – or a mixture of water and baking soda. And he has a superb ‘hack’ to
Keeping coffee beans in your fridge is a good idea for unsual reason (Image: Getty)
Cesar recommends keeping a small dish of or inside the fridge. He says these are great at absorbing unwanted odours.
You could, perhaps, keep these in your fridge door – because you definitely shouldn’t be keeping your milk or other in this part of the fridge. Lucinda Hankin, a food stylist at box service Gousto, says there’s a really good reason for this.
She explained that the door is where the fridge’s temperature fluctuates the most. And it’s best to keep dairy at a constant temperature, where possible.
Soft cheese should be wrapped with wax paper (Image: Getty)
So, where should you keep your milk, cheese and cream? Lucinda says they should kept in the coldest part of the fridge – which is towards the back, where the temperature is more stable
She also advises that dairy is kept in its original packaging – or a well-sealed container, to help prevent air exposure, which can And Lucinda has some special advice for soft cheeses.
She says it’s a good idea these in wax paper before placing them in a container. This will them to breathe, while still keeping them protected.
Other common refrigeration mistakes include:
- Storing old food at the back
- Not covering
- on the top shelf
- Storing the
- Keeping your fridge too cold – or too warm