These say use or freeze by 9/12, so they're 2 weeks past that, but they look totally fine to me. I would like to cook them Saturday. What do you say, yay or nay?

by EstablishmentFar3591

11 Comments

  1. FamousAmos23

    You’ll know when you open the package!

  2. NeptunianEmp

    Not likely not especially after that long. You can usually get away with a day or two after the date but not a couple of weeks. You’ll find out for sure though when you open them and they smell rancid or have a slimey texture

  3. Feisty_Ad_2891

    If it has been in a refrigerator it is fine as long as the cry o vac is sealed. I age briskets for six weeks after date.

  4. thefatchef321

    As long as this wasn’t temperature abused, it’s fine.

    If it smells like warm cultured butter, throw it away.

    Trust you’re senses in these situations. If your stomach kinda feels queasy when you smell it. Throw it away. If you see any discoloration or greening, investigate further. If it’s slimy and doesn’t feel right, you know what to do.

  5. Due_Speaker_2829

    Post-date beef? Always. Sometimes it’s even better. Post-date pork or chicken? No way.

  6. fluxdeity

    That’s what the nose is for, good sir. If it smells okay, it’s likely okay to eat still.

  7. AnnualAntique7012

    My rule: When in doubt throw it out not worth any potential consequences