How Long Does An Opened Package Of Turkey Deli Meat Last?

How Long Does an Opened Package of Turkey Deli Meat Last?

TURKEY DELI MEAT / COLD CUTS, COMMERCIALLY PRE-PACKAGED - OPENED

Refrigerator 5-7 days Freezer 1-2 months

Shelf Life Tips

• How long does an opened package of turkey deli meat last in the fridge? The exact answer to that question depends to a large extent on storage conditions - keep turkey deli meat (also known as lunch meat, luncheon meat or cold cuts) refrigerated at all times.
• To maximize the shelf life of turkey deli meat after opening, keep refrigerated in airtight containers or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
• Properly stored, an opened package of turkey deli meat will last for 5 to 7 days in the refrigerator.
• How long can turkey deli meat be left at room temperature? Bacteria grow rapidly at temperatures between 40 °F and 140 °F; turkey deli meat should be discarded if left out for more than 2 hours at room temperature.
• To further extend the shelf life of opened turkey deli meat, freeze it; when freezing, place turkey deli meat in the freezer before the number of days shown for refrigerator storage has elapsed.
• You can maximize the shelf life of turkey deli meat in the freezer by overwrapping the original store packaging with airtight heavy-duty aluminum foil, plastic wrap, or freezer paper or place the package inside a heavy-duty freezer bag in order to prevent freezer burn.
• How long does turkey deli meat last in the freezer? Properly stored, it will maintain best quality for 1 to 2 months, but will remain safe beyond that time.
• The freezer time shown is for best quality only - turkey deli meat that has been kept constantly frozen at 0°F will keep safe indefinitely.
• How can you tell if turkey deli meat is bad or spoiled? The best way is to smell and look at the meat: discard any turkey deli meat with a slimy surface, off smell or appearance; do not taste first.

About Our Authors

Sources: For details about data sources used for food storage information, please click here

Today's Tips

Long-Lasting Produce

Stock up and enjoy

Your Questions Answered

Steak that's changed color