A cold, dark place is best.
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Key Takeaways
Ketchup is a popular condimentand for good reason.
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But where is the best place to store an open bottle of ketchup?
Thats a question I thought was pretty simple.
So was it safe to eat?
While every company has their own take on ketchup, they all have a very similar ingredient list.
These are not dangerous but can greatly impact the taste and flavor of the ketchup.
A bottle of opened ketchup stored in the refrigerator can last for quite a long time.
Simply follow the dates on the bottle.
Always check the best by or use by date on your ketchup bottle to ensure freshness, said Sargent.
But there are other factors that can cause ketchup to spoil or affect its quality.
Ketchup rarely suffers from pathogens, as the pH is quite low due to the acidity of the product.
The Bottom Line
Its best to store an opened bottle of ketchup in the refrigerator.
Be sure to check your ketchups use by date to ensure freshness.
