How long can you leave your food out? How do you know your food went bad? Find out how to keep your food safe and when to skip using it.
Ah, chicken. I really like chicken. And many people around the world would agree with me since chicken is the most widely consumed type of meat. Whether it is fried chicken, chicken broth, chicken salad, or any other chicken recipe, you can’t go wrong with chicken really. It is delicious and good for you since…
Whenever I keep sweet potatoes in a pantry for some time, I enter an overthinking mode because it’s so hard to decipher whether they are spoiled or just look like that. I don’t have such a problem with regular potatoes because the signs of spoilage are easier to detect. Does this sound familiar to you,…
I daresay that oat milk is my favorite plant-based milk and I simply can’t imagine my life without it. (This is not an over-exaggeration.) Out of fear that I’ll open the fridge in the morning without seeing oat milk waiting for me, I usually buy more than I need at the moment. Guess what happens…
As one of the staple ingredients in Mexican cuisine, salsa is a must-have when it comes to classic Mexican food like nachos, tacos, enchiladas, or burritos. It also goes well into many other dishes from various cuisines around the world like soup. Salsa is actually a sauce, not to be confused. It is a Spanish…
So, your meat has been frozen for 2 years and now you wonder whether it’s safe to eat? My answer is YES and NO. Why yes? Your meat is safe to eat if it was stored properly. Why no? Your meat is not safe to eat if it wasn’t stored properly and there are signs…
The topic of eating raw food is always a controversial one. It is really not a surprise because there are so many risks that raw food bears that you just can’t stay indifferent. This is especially the case with seafood. Seafood, in general, is very healthy. In many cases, it can be eaten both raw…
Is there anything more annoying than ending up with overcooked slices of chicken breast? I don’t think so. When you overcook chicken breast, it turns into a rubber-like texture which our taste buds despise. If you want to do them (read: your taste buds) a favor, then you need to learn how long to bake…
Unless you are vegan or vegetarian, or you are on some kind of special diet where you can’t eat meat, it is most likely that you consume it almost every day. Although some types of meat can be very expensive these days, meat remains one of the most consumed foods on the planet. Whether you…
There are so many ways to consume chicken. Some of the more popular ones include chicken salad, fried chicken, BBQ chicken, skinless chicken breasts, boneless chicken breasts, etc. The incredible flavor profile is not the only reason why people consume chicken. Chicken meat is also very healthy since it is full of lean proteins that…
Every time I buy more onions than I need, the first thing that comes to my mind is: “Hell yes, these onions will last forever!” In 50% of cases, it turned out that I was wrong because the onions got spoiled and I couldn’t use them any longer. Before accepting the fact that they are…
The spring has come and, with it, some colorful and healthy veggies that are waiting for you to pick them from the shelves of your local grocery store or farmers market. One of the main stars of this time of the year is certainly one green veggie known as asparagus. But just like it is…
I’ve been guilty. I’ve kept ground turkey in the fridge for too long multiple times so far. After a few failures, I’ve finally realized that ground turkey has an extremely short shelf life! I’ve also realized that “ground turkey spoilage” can happen to anyone mainly due to inadequate storage. When that happens, how will you…
I have a confession to make. I’m one of those people who regularly buy 24 oz of sour cream and keep it in the fridge literally forever, or until it becomes spoiled. Yes, I check the expiration date. However, expiration dates can be deceitful sometimes, so I solely rely upon checking the signs of spoilage…
Okra is a type of veggie that is cultivated for its edible green seed pods, which are commonly used in cooking in various cuisines around the world. Those seeds are recognized as a flavorful and versatile ingredient for so many dishes, mostly soups, and stews, but many others as well. Another great thing is that…
Whether it is steel-cut oats, rolled oats, quick oats, or oat groats, you have certainly consumed this type of cereal grain at least once in your lifetime. They are considered a food staple and are the main ingredient of the popular dishes oatmeal and granola. That oatmeal is certainly the reason why you probably had…
If you are a fan of shellfish, and seafood in general, then I am sure that you know a lot about shrimps and that the majority of you enjoy consuming them as well. It is a popular type of shellfish that belongs to the large, diverse arthropod group called crustaceans. Although this type of food…
You had plenty of salmon before freezing it and right after thawing it, you realize that you still have some salmon leftovers. Been there, done that. The next logical step is to ask yourself and then google whether you can refreeze salmon. Congrats, that’s how you ended up here reading this article and I’m glad…
“Tartar” is a relatively common term in the culinary world, as tartar sauce is one of the most popular condiments for many occasions. However, another ingredient that bears the name “tartar” is cream of tartar. However, it actually doesn’t have anything in common with tartar nor is it a cream. Surprisingly, it is a fine…
Imagine buying pesto sauce and keeping it too long in the fridge after opening. Now imagine the disappointment on my face once I’ve realized that this actually happened to me. It wouldn’t be that big of a deal if I weren’t expecting guests. I always say that the best way to learn things is by…
The question “How long do avocados last?” is a very legitimate and logical question. I think that most of you who use avocado for culinary purposes know why I am saying this. But first, in order for you to better understand the main things related to this delicate topic, I am going to say a…
Do corn tortillas go bad? Hmm… Okay, let me see. Every corn tortilla purchased from the store has its own expiration date. Does that answer your question? Here’s a simple answer: YES, corn tortillas can go bad because they have a limited shelf life just like all food. Generally, corn tortillas are made of special…
Do you struggle with cooking shrimp to perfection? Okay, let me rephrase this: Have you ever ended up with overcooked or undercooked shrimp? Been there, done that. Overcooked shrimp can be tough and rubbery, while undercooked shrimp can be unsafe to eat. Luckily, that is a thing of the past because today I’ll show you…
If you are preparing chicken for dinner or hosting a party where rotisserie chicken is on the menu, you may wonder exactly how long can cooked chicken sit out. When you’re preparing chicken, it is important to think about food safety. Chicken is easily perishable so thinking twice about how long can chicken stay on…
A low temperature and several hours of smoking are the keys to good results when it comes to smoking ribs. The temperature at which you smoke your favorite ribs depends on what kind of results you want, and you are wondering how long to smoke ribs at 275 degrees. But first, there are several opinions…
All foods come with its pros and cons, and shrimp is no exception. The pros of shrimp is that it is one of the most delicious crustaceans, very versatile, and quite nutritious as well. However, as with most types of fish and seafood, shrimp is a very sensitive food, i.e., it can easily go bad…
Chicken, chicken, and chicken. It is one of those foods that you will find in almost all cuisines around the world. This is no surprise since it can be prepared in numerous ways and all of its parts are uniquely delicious. Aside from that, chicken, if cooked properly, can also be very healthy since it…