Okay, so maybe its just me, but does anyone find it interesting how us Dominicans make our own rules about how long you can keep foods?! I mean, my mom's theory is as long as its frozen its good and will last. We make extra of everything and freeze everything!
Mashed garlic-Freeze
Pre-Boiled Beans-Freeze
Sofrito-Freeze
Salami-Good forever as long as its in the freezer
Queso de freir-Same story
Meats-who know's how long we've had that pernil in there???
Leftover tomato paste-Freeze
Man, it seems like we dont follow expiration date guidlines. My mom's freezer and pantry is FULL of stuff. I worry sometimes, but when the things get cooked, theyre sooo good. LOL. Maybe its just me.