How long should soup cool before refrigerating?
The food danger zone is that place between 40 and 140 xb0F where pathogens grow most quickly. It can take a long time to get through the danger zone when cooling a large batch of chili, soup or stew. The soup must cool from 140 to 70 xb0F in 2 hours and from 70 to 40 xb0F in no more than 4 hours
Should you let hot soup cool before refrigerating?
Myth: Hot food will spoil if refrigerated before cooling to room temperature. Facts: Just the opposite. Give your fridge some credit.
Is it OK to put warm soup in the fridge?
A large pot or container of food that is hot should not be placed in the refrigerator or freezer. The hot food can raise the temperature inside the refrigerator/freezer which can be a risk for food already in the appliance.
Are you supposed to let soup cool before refrigerating?
Myth: Hot food will spoil if refrigerated before cooling to room temperature. Facts: Just the opposite. Give your fridge some credit. It’s designed to chill food and keep it cold