Expiration & Storage Tips
When does Bacon Wrapped Asparagus expire?
Store-bought bacon wrapped asparagus, unopened, typically lasts for about a week in the refrigerator. Always refer to the 'Use By' date provided by the manufacturers to be safe. Once it has been opened, be sure to consume within 3 days for optimum freshness. If you keep it in the freezer, it can last for up to 6 months.
How do you tell if Bacon Wrapped Asparagus is bad?
There are a few indicators that bacon wrapped asparagus has past its prime. First, smell it. If it has a sour or unpleasant odor, it's probably not good to eat. Second, check it for signs of visible mold - usually depicted by fuzzy spots. Lastly, discoloration, especially if it becomes darker, is another common indicator that it's gone bad.
Tips for storing Bacon Wrapped Asparagus to extend shelf life
• The recommended way to store bacon wrapped asparagus is in the refrigerator. Always store it in sealed or airtight containers or plastic wraps to keep air and bacteria out.
• If storing in the freezer, remember to thaw it in the refrigerator. Avoid microwave defrosting as it might cook unevenly or change the texture.
• Want it to last longer in the refrigerator? Consider storing asparagus stems in a jar of water, loosely covered with a plastic bag, and changing the water whenever it seems to get cloudy.