Is it safe to leave cream cheese out overnight? We consulted www.foodsafety.gov, an official site of the US government, to find an answer to that question. And the answer is, no. The longest cream cheese can sit out is 2 hours. Cream cheese is a delicate, perishable food based on milk and cream. It should […]
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Does Chocolate Go Bad?
In this day and age chocolate isn’t just for eating in cakes or as a sweet treat. Chefs have invented things like chili chocolate main courses and chocolate on steak, the list goes on. You might even have a few forms of chocolate at home ready to use. Cocoa powder for hot chocolate, chocolate chips […]
Does Peanut Butter Go Bad?
Peanut butter, a treat that you either love so much you could eat it with a spoon, or completely loath and can’t stand the thought of its sticky consistency gluing your mouth shut. Either way it is something that most of us have had sit in our kitchen cupboards at some point in time. Maybe […]
How Long Does Rice Last in the Fridge?
Walk over to your kitchen and open the fridge. Do you see yesterday’s leftover rice sitting there, waiting for some TLC? Are you even sure it’s there from yesterday? Because I’m not! None of us like the thought of wasting food so we stash it away in the fridge, partially consumed, waiting and hoping that […]
Does Soy Sauce Go Bad?
Soy sauce is such a staple piece in almost every family’s kitchen. The fact that it can be used as the main flavoring for a meal when you’re cooking in a rush or just a splash added to something more complex makes it one of the most versatile sauces. The super fans amongst us might […]
Does Apple Cider Vinegar Go Bad?
Apple cider vinegar is quite versatile in its uses. Many add it as an ingredient in marinades and salad dressing. It is a reliable preservative and quite popular for people who use it as a remedy for many illnesses. There are many types of apple cider vinegar on the market. You will find that some […]
How Long does Coffee Last?
Welcome to our coffee klatsch. If you don’t know what that term means, a coffee klatsch is a social gathering of people who get together for conversation while drinking coffee. What better venue than this one to chat about coffee. Who doesn’t love the smell of coffee? It evokes positive feelings for many. Coffee helps […]
How Long Can You Keep Champagne Without It Going Bad?
Legend says that after inventing champagne Dom Perignon called out his fellow monks with the words “Come quickly, I am tasting the stars!” Truly, this famous festive drink does throw a party in your mouth and makes your taste buds feel playful and cheerful. However, mister Perignon didn’t know that one day people throughout the world […]
Do Pickles Go Bad? Learn the answer here
Pickles can add a sharp flavor to salads, burgers, and sandwiches. I have a friend who can’t eat potato salad without adding pickles first. I am sure that he’s not the only one who has this eating habit. Unless you have been living under a rock, you should be aware that pickles are preserved fruits and […]
Can You Freeze Ham? How Long Will it Last?
Smoked ham will always make heads turn during holidays. However, that doesn’t mean that you won’t have leftover ham after a celebration. If you have leftover ham, how should you store it? Can you freeze ham? These are the questions I will tackle in this post. Can You Freeze Ham? How Long Will it Last? […]