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Many of us throw out food the moment it hits its expiration date, but did you know that some foods can actually still be safe and tasty long after their printed date? Here are 10 foods that are often still perfectly fine to eat past their expiry date, as long as they’ve been stored properly and don’t show signs of spoilage.
1. Packaged Potato Chips
Expiry Date Insight: Potato chips often have a “best before” date rather than an expiration date. This date typically reflects when the chips are at their freshest, but they don’t become unsafe to eat after it passes.
How to Tell if They're Still Good: If the bag is unopened and the chips haven’t gone stale (you can check for a crunchy texture), they’re fine to eat. Just make sure the bag hasn’t been damaged or compromised.
2. Canned Goods
Expiry Date Insight: Canned goods, like soups, beans, and vegetables, can last for years past their expiry date if stored properly in a cool, dry place.
How to Tell if They're Still Good: Check for any signs of bulging, rust, or leaking. If there are none, give it a smell test after opening. Canned foods are often safe to eat as long as the can is intact.
3. Dried Pasta
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