Will i be okay if i accidently used a can of chicken broth that expired 6/2006?

Question

i used it in a pot of soup

Answer 1

ew thats old

Answer 2

If the can didn't have a smell that made you recoil in horror, it was fine. I mean, look at Army C-Rations: they last for years.

Answer 3

I would be concerned - especially if the can was dented (could lead to botulism poisoning).  I would dump the whole pot.  Sorry!

Answer 4

If you already ate it, as long as you don't get sick in the next couple of days, you can quit worrying.

If you haven't eaten the soup yet, you need to throw it out.  We're talking about a meat product that expired two years ago...you don't want to take a chance like that.  Most canned foods have an expiration date a couple of years from when they were made, so the broth could be three or four years old.

Answer 5

The dates are a recommendation, not a hard fast rule. You should be fine. But if the can was damaged or showing signs of rust or corrosion, throw it out!  

Answer 6

u still okay no problem as long as u alive

Answer 7

Usually the can will say it's better to use before such and such date.  As long as it hasn't been dented or  punctured it is okay possibly not the full strength it was but no bacteria could hurt it in any way.