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Once the food has gone through the freeze-drying process, it can be stored for 20 - 30 years. But there are two components that will cause our food to spoil more quickly: water and oxygen. Freeze dried food will last much longer if it is sealed in a #10 can or a Mylar bag. These containers will keep moisture out of the food so that it wonât reconstitute and will be ready to use when you need it. You can also add an oxygen absorber to the container to keep your food bacteria free for years to come.
When properly stored, the shelf life of beans past their best before date is approximately... Of course, all foods last for a shorter period of time if they are not stored properly. Dried beans are listed as indefinite, but they will begin to lose their moisture after 1-2 years in the pantry. They will need to be soaked and/or cooked for a longer amount of time than is on the directions if they are older than 2 years from the best by date. However, dried beans do not lose any of their nutritional value with age, so their shelf life is classified as indefinite.