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Used metal fork to cook; didn't realise, but melted plastic ziplock bag. still safe to eat food even if may be tiny bits of plastic?... or throw?
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Plastic: It is likely not harmful to eat the plastic but there is a possibility it could get stuck in your throat and have to be removed so I would start that dish again. All the best.
Answered 9/28/2016
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