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How long does refried beans last?

Refried beans keeps for about 3 years in the pantry. Counted from the date of purchase.

WhereHow long
Pantry3 years
Refrigerator, after opening2 to 3 days

Storage times are the USDA FoodKeeper guidance for quality and safety, not a guarantee; a printed use-by date on the package comes first. Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper (CC0), fetched 2026-10-27, category Grains, Beans & Pasta.

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