It’s not just about your safety.
Your tastebuds can tell the difference too.
Ive done it so many times.
I use just a bit of tomato paste or half a can of beans.
I throw on some foil and put the can of leftovers in the fridge.
When I unearth it days later, it often smells and looks funny.
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I wonder,Will it taste okay?
Is it safe to eat?
Never leave the opened uncovered can sitting there on the shelf to absorb smells from other foods.
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Or worse, have something fall inside.
Never give a shot to top the can with the original aluminum can top.
It can easily cut your fingers and usually doesn’t create an airtight seal.
Acidic Foods Fare Worse In Cans
Some foods survive staying in the original can better than others.
The analysis is based on hundreds of studies after consumer interest and worries about BPA.
Those are the cans you may want to avoid.
