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If I put raw meat in the freezer, how long before it goes bad while frozen?

I have Ground Chicken in the freezer I bought almost a year ago that I never opened or cooked. I actually forgot it was there and cook everything around it.

Is it still good to cook if I defrost it?

by Anonymousreply 7October 1, 2022 8:46 PM

Yes, if it hasn't thawed in the meantime. It may not taste like it did when you put it in, but it won't harm you.

by Anonymousreply 1October 1, 2022 7:10 PM

There are official expiry dates depending on the kind of meat but if you are just serving yourself it's totally fine after a year.

by Anonymousreply 2October 1, 2022 7:18 PM

I agree with R1. Over time, texture will deteriorate and taste will fade -- the changes happen gradually and the length of time depends on how well it was wrapped. But germs won't be introduced if it stays frozen the whole time.

by Anonymousreply 3October 1, 2022 7:20 PM

Meat, meat, meat; What a treat! Good to eat, good to beat.

(That's all I've got, except for this handy little chart pertaining to said subject.)

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by Anonymousreply 4October 1, 2022 7:46 PM

Whatever you do, OP, don't thaw it before cooking it.

by Anonymousreply 5October 1, 2022 8:25 PM

How was it packaged, OP? Vacuum sealed? Maybe defrost, cut off a small piece, cook it, then taste. IMO, as long as there's no freezer burn, it should be OK.

by Anonymousreply 6October 1, 2022 8:38 PM

I just cooked it r6 and it smells and tastes good.

by Anonymousreply 7October 1, 2022 8:46 PM
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