Ok – right up front I’ll tell you that I’m asking this question for semi-professional reasons. I’m hosting a cooking web forum and one of the posters has asked me if cookies or cakes with a butter or... (4 replies, last updated by Nyleve December 6, 2005)

I have a favorite recipe from many years ago for a GREEN TOMATO RELISH, but with no indication as to whether it needs to be refrigerated. I found a similar recipe (ingredient-wise) to it on Allrecipes.com, but alas, completely... (1 reply, last updated by pikawicca August 16, 2008)

My G.E. fridge has started to make noise when it goes on that borders on obnoxious. I can even hear it in the middle of the night from upstairs. I was told that the filter needs cleaning but I can’t find it. I was also told... (8 replies, last updated by givemecarbs March 4, 2009)

I bought some of those spray salaad dressings (an italian one and a balsalmic one) i think they are Wishbone brand. If i dont refrigerate them after opoening what will happen and are they ook to use? (14 replies, last updated by Butterbean77 August 19, 2008)

I recently found out you should never refrigerate tomatoes because it irreversibly damages flavor and texture. The question is can you refrigerate canned tomatoes? I thought maybe it would be different because the tomatoes are... (16 replies, last updated by toitoi August 4, 2008)

does anyone know if refrigerator handles on stainless fridges (not panelled) can be changed? would like to replace the rounded style on the frigidaire twins with something more professional style or decorative. (0 replies, last updated by whli November 13, 2007)

I just baked a cake with the pint of farm-fresh blueberries that I’d bought 10 days earlier and refrigerated in one of those disposable/reusable Ziploc plastic containers. They were still perfect. I have used glass for... (9 replies, last updated by WCchopper September 3, 2008)

Refrigerate after opening or not? Despite bottle labels, I’ve heard mixed opinions. (11 replies, last updated by Alcachofa May 6, 2008)

I need a new one! My Maytag bought (just 9) years ago is failing – the gaskets are shrinking in critical places, the defrost (thus) is going crazy and I have ice inside and water outside. New one must fit in the 34" wide by... (9 replies, last updated by OCEllen August 11, 2008)

I was wondering if refrigerating chocolate reduces or changes its flavor, aroma or other qualities...? I just picked up some bars at a local gourmet shop and don’t want to risk them melting in the house. Thanks! (4 replies, last updated by thecountryrose March 27, 2008)

I am seeking advice regarding wine refrigerators. I know very little about these other than they range widely in price. I’m looking for 75 to 120 bottle capacity, stand alone (not built-in), less than $1000 would be great.... (14 replies, last updated by bbirch June 12, 2008)

Refrigerator died over the weekend (it gave warning with a prolonged death howl, so the food was safely transferred to friends' houses), so I’m now in research mode. I’m looking for a no frills (for example, no... (4 replies, last updated by mpalmer6c February 7, 2008)

I was planning on picking up one of these for my office – I have been enticed by its small footprint, both physically and ecologically (it uses around $2.50 a month in electricity, reportedly.) I do have a few questions,... (4 replies, last updated by micrometra April 9, 2008)

I’ve been thinking of trying them myself. Here’s a link: http://www.marthastewart.com/portal/site/mslo/menuitem.0e0eb51a2e6b5ad593598e10d373a0a0/?vgnextoid=6e9fd0f19132f010VgnVCM1000003d370a0aRCRD&autonomy_kw=... (5 replies, last updated by Basilgirl August 2, 2007)

If they are going to be consumed within a 24 hour period, I wouldn’t worry about staleness being an issue. Refrigerate, bring to room temperature during dinner and enjoy! (5 replies, last updated by cookie monster August 3, 2007)