AboutCarol Schlitt Expertise I can answer questions on home food safety, sanitation, home food preservation and commercial food safety (HACCP).
Experience I am an Extension educator, nutrition, wellness and food safety. I am a certified HACCP manager and a food safety instructor for the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Organizations International Association for Food Protection, American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (Certified CFCS), National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, Society for Nutrition Education.
Education/Credentials BS - University of Illinois
MS - Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville
Question I have some marinade that was not refrigerated for about 3 months after opening. Is it still ok to use or should I discard the remainder since it does say "refrigerate after opening" on the packaging?
Answer Hi Ms. Lee,
They should be tossed.
Marinades, while an acidic product, should always be refrigerated after opening. Once opened, they should be used within 1 month.
Also, please be sure to always marinade in the refrigerator -- not at room temperature.
Carol C. Schlitt
Extension Educator, Nutrition and Wellness
University of Illinois Extension
