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Dear Art: My mom would never put food in the refrigerator in pots or pans. She always transferred food to glass or plastic containers. Is there a reason for this? Is storing in pots and pans harmful? 
Response: Here are two reasons not to store food in pots and pans: They take up too much space in the refrigerator, and the food can take on the flavor of the metal. Most high quality pots and pans are now lined with stainless steel, but aluminum pots and pans are less expensive and more widely available. I find it's best not to use aluminum for acidic products, like tomatoes. The acid can cause the metal to leak from the pan, and you will taste it in your food. I also never cook or beat eggs in an aluminum pan, because it causes discoloration. Years ago, when aluminum was first introduced, it was used in everything from kitchenware to furniture. I used to have an amazing collection of aluminum serving pieces from the '40s and '50s. These pieces have become highly prized as collectibles. I definitely preferred displaying them, rather than serving in them! Ultimately, my advice is to shop around and look for pots and pans that are lined with stainless steel. They are more expensive, but you'll like the results, and you won't taste any metal in your food! And even if you do have lined pots and pans, place your food in storage containers with labels. Here's to storing food safely and correctly! Art Smith 
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