Shelf Life and Storage for Your Morning Brew Does Coffee Go Bad? Coffee: The sweet, sweet nectar that sustains life for many Americans. There’s nothing quite like waking up in the morning and starting off your day with a fresh cup of joe. The distinct aroma, the captivating sight of a clean pour, and the first sip on a cold morning provide the perfect moment of serenity before starting the chaos of the day — that is, unless your coffee has gone bad. In that case, your morning may look less like a Folgers commercial and more like a horror movie. Learn how to tell if your coffee has gone bad and how to properly store it.
Storage: The second you break the airtight seal on a new package of coffee, you’re beginning a race against time. Coffee is usually packaged with nitrogen to delay the effects of spoilage, but the more often you expose it to oxygen, the more freshness you lose. We recommend always storing your coffee in an airtight container to limit exposure. While keeping it in the freezer will help extend its lifespan, it does alter the flavor profile of the coffee. We recommend only storing your coffee in the freezer in a pinch.
Coffee Beans: To extend the life of your coffee, it’s best to keep it in whole-bean form. The shelf life of whole-bean coffee in your pantry is generally about six months. Ground Coffee: Because ground coffee has more surface area, it usually only lasts about three months in storage. This goes for all roasts, including decaf. K-Cups: The wild card in this equation is single-serve coffee. These pods are sealed with nitrogen and
can last well beyond the printed date. You will still have freshness concerns, but from a storage perspective, these last the longest — about three months after the expiration date. Even if your coffee has gone bad, that doesn’t mean it’s completely useless. You can still use it in mulch, cleaning, and nasal cleansing. Foodtown is proud to offer a dynamic selection of coffee in all forms, making our stores your go-to destinations for your morning brew. Swing by today and find out for yourself!
Thinking About Dinner Tonight? Check Out Our Selection of Amazing Chicken Breasts
Citrus Grilled CHICKEN
Ingredients • 1/4 cup olive oil • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
Chicken is one of the most versatile proteins available. It can be prepared in a variety of ways and has an incredible number of nutritional benefits. And because chicken is used around the world, it can be incorporated into an array of international recipes. Considering the advantages of this tasty meat, it’s not hard to understand why. Protein Dense Every 100 grams of chicken is packed with 27 grams of protein. This makes it one of the most protein-rich meats available in our Foodtown stores. It's also one of the leanest meats you can prepare. Flavorful A properly cooked chicken breast is one of life’s tastiest pleasures. It’s delicious on its own, but it’s also the perfect meat to absorb the flavor profiles of herbs, spices, and sauces. Affordable There are a lot of reasons chicken is popular among omnivores, but a big one is its affordability. There is no price more affordable than
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon • Zest and juice of 1 orange • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts Directions 1. Place olive oil, garlic, zest, juice, basil, oregano, and thyme in a resealable plastic bag. Seal and shake to combine. 2. Add chicken breasts to bag. Seal and shake until chicken is coated with marinade. 3. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours. 4. Heat a grill to medium-high heat. 5. Remove chicken from marinade and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. 6. Grill for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until chicken is cooked through. 7. Remove from grill and let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges. • Salt and pepper • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley • Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
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