Shelf Life Tips
- How long does macaroni salad last in the fridge? The precise answer to that question depends to a large extent on storage conditions - refrigerate macaroni salad within two hours of preparing or purchasing.
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To maximize the shelf life of macaroni salad for safety and quality, refrigerate the macaroni salad in airtight containers.
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Properly stored, macaroni salad will last for 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator.
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How long can macaroni salad be left at room temperature? Bacteria grow rapidly at temperatures between 40 °F and 140 °F; macaroni salad should be discarded if left out for more than 2 hours at room temperature.
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How to tell if macaroni salad is bad? If macaroni salad develops an off odor, flavor or appearance, or if mold appears, it should be discarded; do not taste first.
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