If you have not opened the package, it can easily last three weeks. There is a 'use by' date on the package, so look for that. If you have opened the package, make sure to wrap tightly any unused portion and to keep it in the bottom of your refrigerator (where it is coldest) to help stay fresh.
for 2 hours
Raw poultry should not sit out any longer than it takes to prep it for cooking.
Cooked pasta should not be allowed to sit out for more than 2 hours.
when it starts growing mold under the top crust it is time for the garbage can.
Venison is like any other meat. It should not be left unrefrigerated for more than 2 hours.
Uncooked bacon should not sit out at room temperature for more than 2 hours to avoid the risk of bacterial growth and foodborne illness.
Cooked chicken should be refrigerated immediately after it is eaten. It should not be left in warm temperatures for more than 1-2 hours.
Generally, yes. That is not enough time for previously properly stored and cooked bacon to "turn" and go bad. But don't get too comfortable with leaving food out for long periods. Things (bacterial or mold growth and chemical changes) begin to happen to it as soon as you have finished preparing it.
Raw bacon should not sit out at room temperature for more than 2 hours before it becomes unsafe to eat. After 2 hours, bacteria can start to grow on the bacon, increasing the risk of foodborne illness. It is best to refrigerate raw bacon promptly to keep it safe to eat.
Any potentially hazardous food should not sit out for more than two hours. If the ambient temperature is very hot, then it shouldn't sit out for more than one hour.
Sure it can...mine sit on the kitchen counter for 2 maybe 3 days, (usually they don't last that long) and they have always been fine....
Cooked ground beef should not be left out at room temperature for more than two hours. If the ambient temperature is above 90°F (32°C), it should be refrigerated or discarded after just one hour. Beyond these time limits, harmful bacteria can multiply, increasing the risk of foodborne illness. Always use proper food safety practices to ensure your meals remain safe to eat.