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Expired TJ's pizza dough
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Anonymous
| Bought pizza dough from Trader Joe's and it expired on March 24. Do you think it's still okay to use it tonight? |
Anonymous
| How does it look? |
Anonymous
yes, food is usually good a few days after the sell by date |
Anonymous
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Most people are surprised to find out that:
Stores are not legally required to remove food once the expiration date has passed. They are strictly "advisory" in nature. Dating is not federally required, except for infant formula and baby food. States have varying laws. Most states require that milk and other perishables be sold before the expiration date. The major codes are: Sell by Don't buy the product after this date. This is the "expiration date." Best if used by Flavor or quality is best by this date but the product is still edible thereafter. Use by This is the last day that the manufacturer vouches for the product's quality. Read more: http://www.consumeraffairs.com/nutrition/expiration_dates.htm#ixzz0jJuP69AD You live if you use it, it just may not taste fresh. |