What number to put your refrigerator on and the freeze?

The ideal temperature range for a refrigerator is between 35°F and 38°F. This temperature will keep your food fresh and safe to eat. The ideal temperature for a freezer is 0°F or below. This temperature will keep your food frozen solid and prevent it from spoilage.

Some refrigerators have two temperature settings: one for the refrigerator section and one for the freezer section. If your refrigerator has two temperature settings, set the refrigerator section to 37°F and the freezer section to 0°F.

If your refrigerator does not have two temperature settings, you can still ensure that your food is stored at the correct temperature by using a thermometer. Place a thermometer in the refrigerator and freezer sections and adjust the temperature setting until the thermometer reads the desired temperature.

Here are some additional tips for storing food in your refrigerator and freezer:

* Keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible. This will help to maintain the correct temperature and prevent food from spoilage.

* Do not overload the refrigerator or freezer. This will prevent air from circulating properly and can cause food to spoil.

* Store raw meat and poultry on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator, where it will be less likely to drip on other foods.

* Cook ground beef and poultry within 2 days. Cook other fresh meats, fish, and shellfish within 3 days.

* Freeze any meat or poultry that you will not be cooking within 3 days.

* Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator or freezer.

* Discard any food that has been in the refrigerator or freezer for longer than the recommended time.