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Once a hard, dry sausage is opened, it can be stored in the refrigerator for three weeks. Semi-dry sausages like summer sausage can be stored in the refrigerator unopened for three weeks. Once opened, they can be stored in the refrigerator for an additional three weeks. All sausages can be stored in the freezer for up to two months.
Sausage frozen for more than 2 months will gradually undergo a loss of flavor and quality. Thawing Tips. Thaw frozen sausage slowly in the refrigerator. Do not thaw at room temperature. Storage. We recommend leaving sausage in vacuum packages until used to prolong shelf life. After opening a vacuum package, remove the remainder of the package. Rewrap sausage tightly to keep air out. If sausage is moist, wipe dry before repackaging. Some people like to let Summer Sausage age unwrapped in the refrigerator. As it ages, moisture is lost, sausage gets harder, and flavor intensifies. Proper storage, safe thawing methods, and prompt usage will eliminate most sources of sausage spoilage.