my boyfriend are constantly arguing about this because after the ketchup bottle(usually plastic) has been opened i always put it in the refridgerator. then my boy friend will later take it out because he doesnt like it cold and tells me that it doesnt have to be refridgerated. when he does that it starts to collect water at the top of the ketchup and just doesnt seem sanitary to me. which one of us is doing the right thing? the bottle doesnt tell you either and it is a popular household brand.
2007-01-13 14:17:07 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
it doesnt matter
whichever you prefer
if i were you i would just put it in the fridge and tell him to microwave it if he doesnt like it
its not like you have something to make it cool instantly or something
you know what i mean?
2007-01-13 14:23:16 · answer #1 · answered by Cody Y 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If Ketchup required refrigeration it would say so on the bottle. Have you ever noticed restaurants have ketchup on the tables? Fast food has packs of ketchup room temp not cold? Really it is a matter of choice. Either way is correct. Buy 2 smaller bottles... 1 for you in the fridge and 1 for him sitting at room temp. Makes for a happy home.
2007-01-13 22:28:55 · answer #2 · answered by starfire 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Here is what I found......
Donna Scott, a Food Safety Specialist with the Department of Food Science at the Cornell Cooperative Extension in New York. She advises storing both condiments in the refrigerator after opening. Despite their acidic ingredients, neither condiment is sufficiently acidic to kill bacteria and microorganisms, including mold, that may be introduced to the containers after opening. Refrigeration does not kill bacteria and microorganisms either, but does slow the growth. Refrigerated, ketchup should keep for up to 6 months; mustard, 1 year.
2007-01-13 22:40:43 · answer #3 · answered by deezy89 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it should be refrigerated (will keep about 6 months if refrigerated). It keeps longer than most products because of the acidity, but leaving it out on the counter can increase chances of mold and bacteria.
"Many items besides fresh meats, vegetables, and dairy products need to be kept cold. For instance, mayonnaise and ketchup should go in the refrigerator after opening." http://www.nps.gov/public_health/inter/faqs/faq_food.htm
2007-01-13 22:25:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ketchup does not need to be refrigerated. Mold or bacteria cannot grow in acid, nor will it spoil because of the acid from the vinegar and the preservatives of the sugar.
2007-01-13 22:26:35 · answer #5 · answered by n8tedog2002 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definately put it in the fridge. It will spoil and you can get very sick from it. Most ketchup bottles state "refrigerate after opened'.
The same goes for other condiments including mustards, mayo, e
2007-01-13 22:27:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It doesn't have to be refrigerated. And as long as you're not dipping anything into the bottle or container itself, it will be fine. We never refrigerate ours because we buy the big bottles and it takes up too much room in the frig. Look on the bottle....nowhere does it say must be refrigerated because it doesn't have to be. :) sorry.
2007-01-13 22:26:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consumer Frequently Asked Questions from the Heinz website.
http://heinz.com/Consumer_faq.aspx
2007-01-13 22:29:48 · answer #8 · answered by junkmail 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it has to be in the fridge it would say on the bottle. If there is no label saying to refrigarate once opened then it is not required.
2007-01-13 22:34:57 · answer #9 · answered by jeannie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe it says it on the bottle what you are suppose to do to it after it is open....ewww, warm ketchup is gross.
2007-01-13 22:36:20 · answer #10 · answered by L.M.L 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋