Kitchen

[drizzellla]

I am confused.

I have a bottle of Heinz Pickle Relish. On the bottle it states "refrigerate after opening".

I recently bought a bottle of B&G Pickle Relish. On the bottle it states "For best results, chill this relish before serving". No other mention of refrigeration between use.

I just read an article that said pickles, ketchup and eggs do not need to refrigerated.

I have always refrigerated pickles, pickle relish, ketchup and eggs. I am no sure I could not refrigerate them. Has anyone not refrigerated them? 

[mac116]

I refrigerate all of those items.

[Caffeina]

According to the feds, eggs should be refrigerated. Pickles, pickle relish, and ketchup don't have to be refrigerated. Some manufacturers recommend refrigerating a product for what they consider best flavor.

I refrigerate all of the items you mentioned.

https://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/charts/refridg_food.html

[TheMemphisVette]

the b&g site states to refridgerate after opening.

Do B&G® condiments have to be refrigerated after opening?Yes, please refrigerate after opening.

[ALRATIBA]

My m.o.  (modus operandi)

When in doubt - refrigerate.

[x Hedge]

Ketchup can be left out. I've kept it in the pantry. Tastiest at room temp.

I prefer chilled relish and so refrigerate that.

I can't imagine leaving eggs unrefrigerated, long term.

Why would grocery stores refrigerate eggs if it wasn't necessary?

[1Snickers]

@drizzellla  I’ve finally found why honey gets hard in the refrigerator. I read that it shouldn’t be refrigerated and on the bottles says not to. It’s the one food that has a very long shelf life.

[Sooner]

No way would I not put ketchup in the fridge.  Or pickle relish or any of that stuff. 

[GAQShopr53]

I refrigerate all of the above to include ketchup and barbecue sauces. I will take out of the fridge prior to using for those who like them at room temperature.

[January121]

I refrigerate all food after I open it ... that’s just me, I feel safer that way 🙃