How Long Does Bacon Really Last in the Fridge?

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Ask Sarah Q: How Long Does Bacon Really Last in the Fridge? Bacon is easy to love. That sweet, salty and smoky flavor adds something extra to everything it touches. Even still, it's hard to go through an entire package of bacon at once. When you know how long bacon lasts, you can ensure none of it goes to waste. Uncooked bacon typically lasts in the fridge about two weeks from the purchase date. Once the package is opened, use within 7 days. If you cooked up a nice breakfast of eggs, toast and bacon but couldn't eat it all, the extra cooked bacon will last 4 to 5 days in the fridge. If you can't use up the package in time, toss it in the freezer. Both uncooked and cooked bacon can be frozen for up to 4 months.

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