Storage & Expiration
All Happy Food items should be refrigerated promptly after pickup or delivery. Keep refrigerated foods at 40°F or below and frozen foods at 0°F or below. Perishable foods should not sit out longer than 2 hours, or 1 hour in very hot weather.
Refrigerated
Most meals, breakfasts, soups, sauces, smoothies, oats, baked goods, and desserts are best enjoyed within 4–5 days of purchase. For the best quality, keep all items sealed and refrigerated until ready to eat.
Frozen
Most Happy Food items can be frozen for up to 6 months for best quality. FDA and USDA note that foods kept continuously frozen remain safe.
Do Not Freeze
Fresh salads are best enjoyed refrigerated and should not be frozen. Freezing can damage fresh greens, fruit, and other delicate salad ingredients, even when the food remains safe. Salad dressings can freeze for up to 6 months.
Special Items
Bone broth: Good refrigerated for about 2 weeks. This can freeze for up to 6 months.
Elderberry syrup: Good refrigerated for 1–2 months. This can freeze for up to 6 months.
Lasagna: Refrigerate and enjoy within 4–5 days, or freeze for longer storage. Up to 6 months.
Soups: Refrigerate and enjoy within 4–5 days, or freeze for longer storage. Up to 6 months.
When in Doubt
FDA guidance also notes that if an item smells off, looks unusual, or has been left out too long, it is best to throw it away.
Disclaimer: Storage and expiration information is based on general FDA and USDA food safety guidelines. Actual shelf life may vary depending on ingredient freshness, packaging, transport, refrigeration, and handling.