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A 19-year-old female asked:
Bought raw beef and raw chicken on the 26th, its been three days, all the meat has been kept in the coldest part of the refrigerator, it is unopened. is it still safe to cook and eat?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Hunter Handsfieldanswered
Infectious Disease 55 years experience
Entirely safe. Also, read the label: probably both have a "sell by" or "best by" date. You can be very sure they will be safe and should taste fine up to that date, and usually for several days afterward.
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Dr. Leslie Leighton commented
Internal Medicine 45 years experience
Should be safe. Don't see any reason for concern but might smell before cooking to be sure there is no foul odor if you are concerned.
Oct 30, 2022
Dr. Frank Kuitemsanswered
Internal Medicine 38 years experience
Yes. Raw meat kept in the coldest part of the refrigerator for three days should be safe to eat as long it is cooked thoroughly and properly.
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Reviewed Oct 31, 2022
Last updated Nov 7, 2022
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