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How to Organize a Refrigerator. Chill out! Use these helpful tips to get your refrigerator
organized. You will need Organization Airtight containers and labels (optional). Step 1.
Remove items that don't need refrigeration. Food items such as tomatoes, onions, and potatoes
can be kept at room temperature. Step 2. Group taller items toward the back so you can see
the items in the front. Stand all bottles upright to prevent spills. Step 3. Keep all
meat in the bottom drawer. This will prevent cross-contamination through any drippings.
Step 4. Keep all fruits and vegetables in the salad crisper. Step 5. Store leftovers
in airtight containers. Label each container with a date. Step 6. Put items that will not
spoil with changing temperatures, such as condiments, in the door compartment. Step
7. Go through your refrigerator on a weekly basis. Throw away items that are past the
due date. Enjoy the ease of an organized refrigerator. Did you know A refrigerator should be set
at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or less to protect food from bacteria growth.