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 thank you! it is Ju Ju Hearts made by Mayfair. It contains: liquid sugar, glucose syrup, modified cornstarch, midified potato starch, mineral oil, artificial flavor, citric acid, and carnauba wax.
Thank you so much!
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Hello! This may sound stupid but I'm "food challenged"! haha............My boyfriend's favorite candy is only sold at Valentine's. I thought it would be sweet to give him packages of it year round from time to time. Is there something I need to do to it in order to make it safe for Thanksgiving? Thanks a lot.
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Hi Kim,
What kind of candy is it? It makes a difference on the advice I'd give for long-term storage depending upon the type of candy.
If you could send the type or name of the candy I'll see if there is specific long-term storage for that particular type.
Looking forward to hearing back from you.
Thanks
Answer Hi Kim,
You should freeze the candies in the original package that is then over-wrapped in freezer-safe packaging -- heavy-duty foil, freezer plastic bag or rigid freezer plastic containers. Try to eliminate as much air as possible. Label and freeze for up to 1 year.
When you take the candy out of the freezer, allow to defrost at room temperature.
I hope this works for you and that your boyfriend appreciates your efforts for getting his favorite candy for him to enjoy all year long.
