Is your fridge overcrowded and disorganized?

Here are some tips from Whirlpool to get your refrigerator back in shape:

• When in doubt, throw it out.

Clear out the refrigerator and put the contents on the counter. No idea how long that mustard has been in the fridge? Get rid of it. Use the three "E" rules as your guidelines — if it's expired, empty or makes you say "ew," toss it.

• Start scrubbing.

Remove drawers and bins. Wash them in the kitchen sink with dishwashing liquid. Wash the inside of the refrigerator with a sponge or dishcloth, and don't forget to wash the compartments on the door.

• Location, location, location.

Group similar items together, such as proteins or dairy, and begin returning items to the refrigerator. Keep proteins toward the bottom of the refrigerator, since this is the coldest area in the fridge. Condiments and dressings are perfect for the door, as these items can tolerate exposure to warmer temperatures. Have a deli drawer? This drawer controls temperature and humidity, so use it for deli meats and cheese.