When Your Food Goes Out Of Date, Here’s How Long It Stays Safe To Eat

11. Cooked meat

Meat in its raw state can spoil for several reasons. Firstly, as soon as an animal is slaughtered its cells break down and they no longer renew – meaning the food can quickly spoil. The flesh is also an excellent breeding ground for mold and bacteria, while fats in the meat can oxidize when they’re exposed to oxygen as a result of bad packaging. That said, you can still extend its life by cooking it.