When Your Food Goes Out Of Date, Here’s How Long It Stays Safe To Eat

8. Dry pasta

As we mentioned earlier, mold needs moisture to grow. By its nature, then, dry pasta is among the longest lasting foods you can store in the pantry. Incredibly, it can be good for consumption for up to three years, and the cooked variant can last up for to a week in an airtight container in the fridge. Freezing is also an option, but it can become dry over time.