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How to Organize Condiments

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Today, there is a never-ending supply of condiments to enhance your meals. With so many options it can be overwhelming to keep the condiments organized and use them before the expiration date. Fortunately, there are several methods to organize your condiments no matter how many you use.

From Quick Guide: Condiments
Difficulty: Easy
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  1. Step 1

    Organize your condiments by size if you have a small refrigerator. If you have a shelf rack for condiments, store the largest bottle first and then fit in as many as possible. However, these spaces are usually limited, so keep larger bottles like ketchup and mayonnaise on the back of a shelf.

  2. Step 2

    Move your condiments around based on popularity. Keep the most frequently used items toward the front and the lesser used items in the back. If you put spicy brown mustard on everything, organize it in front of the chile sauce you barely touch.

  3. Step 3

    Rearrange your refrigerator's condiments by color. This can be a visually appealing look. One way is to keep similar colors together. For example, start with red, since it's a popular color for condiments, followed by yellows and then the other colors. Another option is to rotate the colors for a kaleidoscope effect.

  4. Step 4

    Arrange your condiments based on spiciness. This can be a huge benefit to visitors who are sensitive to the spice content. Start with the mildest and work your way up, or vice versa.

  5. Step 5

    Find out the age of your condiments and arrange them by expiration date. This can be a helpful method of organization, because it will help keep your older condiments from going bad before you use them. Keeping the items that are about to expire toward the front will remind you that these need to be used.

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