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Here's the complete list of foods that are best if you don't refrigerate them. Some of these really took us by surprise. Have you been putting these in the fridge?

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Melon

Whole melons should never be refrigerated, as this can compromise both their flavor and their nutrients, However, you can store cut melons in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

Potatoes

Potatoes are best kept in a cool, dry, dark place, but not in the refrigerator, which can cause their starches to break down and create a sweet taste and gritty texture.

Honey

Honey can crystallize in cold temperatures, and should be kept at room temperature to preserve its gooey consistency.

Coffee

If you stick coffee in the refrigerator, the humidity can create condensation that can ruin the flavor of both ground and whole bean coffee. Your best bet is to store it in airtight container in the cabinet.

Tomatoes

The fridge can make tomatoes mealy and dull, so keep them on the counter instead.

Onions

Uncut onions are best stored at room temperature, as the refrigerator can cause them to become moldy and mushy. Once they're cut, however, you can put them in a sealed bag in the vegetable drawer.

Garlic

Garlic does best when it's stored in a container that's cool, dry and well-ventilated.

Hot Sauce

The vinegar in hot sauce prevents bacterial growth, meaning you don't need to stash it in the fridge to preserve it. Plus, it's flavor is more potent when served at room temperature.

Chocolate-Hazelnut Spread

This tasty treat has a stronger flavor and is easier to spread when kept at room temperature.

Bread

Refrigerating bread can dry it out, so if you have extra loaves you need to store, freeze them instead.

Nuts

Cold temps can suppress the natural flavor of nuts, and shelled nuts can absorb flavors from other items in the fridge. Store them in an airtight container instead, and if you must refrigerate them, toast them in a dry pan before servings.

Apples

Fresh apples should do fine on the counter for a week or two, but after that you can stick them in the refrigerator to make them last longer.

Avocados

Avocados taste best at room temperature, but if you have several ripe ones you need to extend the lives of, you can stick them in the fridge for a few days.

Did You Know About This?

We sure were, and if it makes you feel any better, we're guilty of refrigerating some of the foods you're not supposed to. We won't make that mistake again.

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Article Source: Food Network