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Is it safe to leave leftovers in the can they came in to store
in the refrigerator. Like if you didn't use the whole can of something and wanted to save it for another use later?
Hi Snra,
While it is not recommended to store canned foods in the can in the refrigerator, it is not unsafe. Some foods can react with the metal of the can after opening (tomatoes and other acidic foods) so the recommendation is to place leftovers in a clean non-reactive container with a tight fitting lid for msximum quality and safety.
Carol
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Carol Schlitt
Expertise
I can answer questions on home food safety, sanitation, home food preservation and commercial food safety (HACCP).
Experience
I am a former Extension educator, nutrition, wellness and food safety, having retired August 1, 2010. I am a certified HACCP manager, a food safety instructor for the Illinois Department of Public Health and a 3rd party food safety and OSHA auditor of restaurants.
Organizations
International Association for Food Protection, American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (Certified CFCS), National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, St. Louis Culinary Society.
Education/Credentials
BS - University of Illinois
MS - Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville
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