Question 1

Does Canned goods — low acid (such as meat, poultry, fish, gravy, stew, soups, beans, carrots, corn, pasta, peas, potatoes, spinach) expire?

Accepted Answer

Canned goods — low acid (such as meat, poultry, fish, gravy, stew, soups, beans, carrots, corn, pasta, peas, potatoes, spinach) has recommended time windows; see pantry, fridge and freezer guidance below.

Question 2

How long does Canned goods — low acid (such as meat, poultry, fish, gravy, stew, soups, beans, carrots, corn, pasta, peas, potatoes, spinach) last unopened in the pantry?

Accepted Answer

2–5 years

Question 3

How long does Canned goods — low acid (such as meat, poultry, fish, gravy, stew, soups, beans, carrots, corn, pasta, peas, potatoes, spinach) last after opening in the refrigerator?

Accepted Answer

3–4 days

Question 4

How should I store Canned goods — low acid (such as meat, poultry, fish, gravy, stew, soups, beans, carrots, corn, pasta, peas, potatoes, spinach)?

Accepted Answer

Keep refrigerated at or below 40°F (4°C). For freezing, maintain 0°F (-18°C). Follow any label instructions.

Question 5

How do I tell if Canned goods — low acid (such as meat, poultry, fish, gravy, stew, soups, beans, carrots, corn, pasta, peas, potatoes, spinach) has gone bad?

Accepted Answer

Discard if there’s an off odor, unusual color/texture, mold, leaking or bulging packaging, or if the product sat in the temperature danger zone. When in doubt, throw it out.

Storage	Unopened	Opened
Pantry	2–5 years	—
Refrigerator	—	3–4 days

Canned goods — low acid (such as meat, poultry, fish, gravy, stew, soups, beans, carrots, corn, pasta, peas, potatoes, spinach): Does it expire?