Properly stored, an unopened can of beef broth will generally stay at best quality for about 3 to 5 years, although it will usually remain safe to use after that. … Discard all beef broth from cans or packages that are leaking, rusting, bulging or severely dented.
How Long Does Beef Broth Last?
Store-bought beef broth is usually stamped with a “best before” or “best by” date. Check this date to guide your consumption. This date is a rough estimate from the producer to assure that the product remains in its prime quality, with proper storage.
Commercially-made beef broth is produced hygienically in an aseptic environment to extend the shelf life. These products may stay good even after passing the date, as long as they’re properly stored and the packaging is not damaged.
After opening, the remaining product will stay good for 3 – 5 days on average (can vary for different brands). If you decide to freeze the broth, it will stay good indefinitely, but for quality reasons, it should be used within 2 – 3 months.
Homemade beef broth tends to have a shorter shelf life of up to 2 – 3 days in the fridge. The frozen broth is best consumed within 2 – 3 months.
Refrigerate Or Freeze If You Plan To Keep It For A Long Time
A dry kitchen cabinet can keep your beef broth for a few hours, but it won’t help if you want to store beef broth for a more extended period. In this case, consider using a refrigerator or freezer. These two methods are especially recommended for homemade beef broth.
How long does boxed chicken broth last in the fridge?
To maximize the shelf life of canned or packaged chicken broth after opening, refrigerate in covered glass or plastic container. How long does opened chicken broth last in the refrigerator? Chicken broth that has been continuously refrigerated will keep for about 4 to 5 days.
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