How Long Is Homemade Vegetable Soup Good For?
Homemade vegetable soup is a delicious and nutritious comfort food, but how long can you keep it in the fridge or freezer?
Storing in the Fridge
If you store your vegetable soup in the fridge, it is usually good for 3-4 days. To ensure the soup lasts as long as possible, make sure to:
- Eliminate as much air as possible: Seal your leftovers in a container with an airtight lid to reduce contact with the air.
- Put the soup at the front of the fridge: This helps maintain a colder temperature throughout.
- Discard the soup if it sits at room temperature for more than 2 hours: Leaving soup at room temperature for too long increases the chance of bacteria forming.
Storing in the Freezer
Vegetable soup can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months. Freezing is a great way to maintain the freshness of your homemade soup. To ensure it stays good in the freezer, make sure to:
- Cool the soup before freezing: Room temperature soup should be cooled in the fridge first. Placing it in the freezer while still hot can raise the temperature in the freezer.
- Choose an airtight container: Select a freezer safe container that seals tightly.
- Label and date the soup: Writing the date you made it on the container can help you keep track of how long it has been in the freezer.
Summary
Homemade vegetable soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days and in the freezer for up to 3 months. To ensure the soup lasts as long as possible, reduce contact with the air, store in an airtight container and make sure it is cooled before freezing.
