Poll: Wondering about food spoilage?!
not looking for what people say or recommend. Just curious about people individually.
Please don't let other answers influence your answer.
Answers:
there is no definitive answer because each item is different.
Condiments like a bottle of ketchup will just about last forever.
milk will spoil eventually, no matter what.
Same with meat and eggs.
Some fresh produce goes bad in a matter of days, like the herb basil.
Some will last months, like carrots, potatoes, and onions.
Each item is different.
only consume if you feel confident.......a few days is my limit. If in any doubt don't,. Better to throw away than take any chances as an error in judgement can be painful if not very disabling and embarrassing. Better to make small meals and consume than to retain except if kept in the freezer ...the..only way to keep for a few weeks. However careful one does learn by mistakes just try not doing it too often....not a good way to lose a day !
It depends on the item! Is it raw or cooked? Is it perishable? Some items can be kept for months, others only for a day or two.