Whole wheat bread — Grains, Beans & Pasta — FoodKeeper Storage Reference
USDA storage reference for Whole wheat bread (2 source variants).
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Grains, Beans & Pasta. Source version 128, modified September 6, 2018. The figures below reproduce the original record without estimating missing values.
homemade
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| Storage condition | Published guidance |
|---|---|
| Pantry — general | 3–5 daysMay have shorter shelf life due to lack of preservatives. |
| Refrigerator — general — note only | No numeric time specifiedRefrigeration not recommended - bread will quickly dry out and become stale. |
| Freezer — general | 3 months |
commercially baked & pre-sliced
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| Storage condition | Published guidance |
|---|---|
| Pantry — general | 3–5 days |
| Refrigerator — general — note only | No numeric time specifiedRefrigeration not recommended - bread will quickly dry out and become stale. |
| Freezer — general | 3 months |
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