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Time to tackle those leftovers and forgotten condiments! Today is National Clean Out Your Fridge Day - make room for new meals and snacks!
Get ready to show your fridge some love on National Clean Out Your Fridge Day, which takes place every year on November 15! This day was created to remind us all of the importance of keeping our fridges clean and organized. It's also a great opportunity to use up any food that may be lingering in there for too long. So take out all those old leftovers, empty jars and expired condiments - it's time for a much needed deep clean!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1913</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Modern Refrigerator Invented</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fred W. Wolf invents the first commercially viable electric refrigerator, known as the "Domelre," initiating a new era of food storage.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1930</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>General Electric Monitors</div><div class='timeline-text'>General Electric introduces the "Monitor-Top" fridge, marking the introduction of more modern design in fridges leading to widespread American adoption.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Fridge Ownership Increases</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the 1950s, most middle-class American households owned a refrigerator, contributing to the need for regular fridge cleanings.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Advent of Leftovers</div><div class='timeline-text'>The trend of preparing food in large quantities for future meals, or "leftover culture," begins to rise amid busy modern lifestyles.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1998</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Clean Out Your Fridge Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first National Clean Out Your Fridge Day is celebrated, encouraging households to prioritize cleanliness and reduce food waste in their fridges.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Centers for Disease Control Warning</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) releases publication on importance of refrigerator cleanliness to prevent foodborne illnesses, underlining the importance of the day.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Gather all your food</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take out all of the food from your fridge, so that you can get a better look at what you have. This is also a great opportunity to take inventory of what you need and what you already have.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Clean the shelves</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Give the shelves of your fridge a good scrubbing, making sure to remove any dirt or debris. This will help ensure that your food is stored in a safe and clean environment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize the contents</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Once your shelves are clean, start organizing the food you've taken out. Group items together like fruits and vegetables, dairy products, condiments, etc.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw out expired items</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Go through each item carefully and throw out anything that has expired or gone bad. It's best to be realistic about what you will actually use and not keep something just because it's still edible.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Restock with fresh groceries</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Now that your fridge is clean and organized, restock it with fresh groceries! Make sure to check expiration dates on items as you purchase them so that nothing goes bad in the near future.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It saves you money</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When was the last time you checked what's inside your refrigerator? Chances are, you have some expired food hiding in there. Cleaning out your fridge on National Clean Out Your Fridge Day will save you money by minimizing waste, and help ensure that all your food is fresh and safe to eat.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It makes meal planning easier</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Cleaning out your fridge before planning meals for the week makes it easier to make smart decisions about which ingredients mix best together and which items need to be used up first. Plus, taking inventory of your refrigerator helps prevent repeated trips to the grocery store because you’ll know exactly what you have on hand!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It keeps your fridge clean</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nobody likes a messy fridge. Regularly cleaning out your fridge not only promotes healthy eating habits, but it also reduces the risk of spoilage due to outdated food. So don't wait - take advantage of this holiday and give your refrigerator some much needed TLC!</p></div></div>
National Clean Out Your Fridge Day is celebrated on November 15 every year. In 2024, National Clean Out Your Fridge Day will occur on a Friday.
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