Picked this 18lbs prime packer up today 4/3/26.
Notice it's discounted to use or freeze by 4/3, which is today.
I'm planning on using it for a daddy/daughter campout for an Adventure Guides group next weekend, so it'll go on the smoker next Thursday afternoon to be ready for Friday dinner. 3 hours in the cooler resting while we drive to the campground.
Can I hold that in the fridge for 7 days, or should I freeze it until Sunday morning and then defrost? Not trying to take a chance with people's health.
by aim4squirrels
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Use by tells you that another week in the fridge may not be the best idea
I would just freeze it since it isnt going to hurt by being safe.
I’d smoke it this weekend if you can and then vacuum seal and reheat. One less thing to worry about before the trip.
Freeze overnight, start thaw 3 days before cook in fridge.
Was paying 99 cents a pound for these back in the 80s