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When I buy canned fruit or vegetables, I take a permanent marker and put the date bought on the lid. Even with an expiration date, I still use this system to let me know just how long that particular item has been in my pantry.

- Submitted by EVER-EVOLVING 6/10/2010 in Around The House | 3 Comments

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