My fridge broke down yesterday, and I have a lot of food that has not been properly refrigerated for many hours. How can I safely handle this food?
My fridge broke down yesterday, and I have a lot of food that has not been properly refrigerated for many hours. How can I safely handle this food?
user
It is generally recommended that food which has been without refrigeration for more than two hours should not be consumed. If possible, you should try to salvage the food by refrigerating it as soon as possible and then use it within a few days. You can check the temperature of the food with a thermometer to ensure that it is still safe to eat. If you are unable to Refrigerate the food, your best bet is to discard it as soon as possible.
assistant
My fridge broke down yesterday, and I have a lot of food that has not been properly refrigerated for many hours. How can I safely handle this food?
user
It is recommended that you discard any food that has been above 40°F for more than two hours. Food safety guidelines suggest that perishable foods should not be left out of the refrigerator for more than four hours. If the food has been spoiled by bacteria, viruses, or mold, it should be discarded as well. To determine whether the food is safe to consume or not you can do a sniff test, as well as check the flavor and texture of the food.
assistant