FOOD STORAGE — HOW LONG CAN YOU KEEP...

PAPAYAS — FRESH, RAW, WHOLE

Pantry

2-5 days or until ripe

Refrigerator

2-3 days once ripe

Freezer

10-12 months

Tips

Store at room temperature until ripe, then refrigerate.
To freeze: (1) Cut papaya in half and remove seeds and rind; (2) Slice or cube papaya, or cut into balls; (3) Place in covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags.
Freezer time shown is for best quality only — foods kept constantly frozen at 0° F will keep safe indefinitely.

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