How long can you keep a Duck,(that was fresh & home frozen), before cooking? Is it safe after 18momths being frozen?

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Strictly, no; the USDA would tell you to throw it out. Practically, yeah, it's probably safe, but it's probably freezer burned to the point of inedibility. The risk is small, but real, and there's no point in taking it over a freezer-burned duck.

If it smells OK and you're not in frail health, the odds are actually pretty good that it's fine. It may not taste all that good, and if you do get sick the USDA will say "I told you so", but the chances of food poisoning are fairly low. If it passes the sniff test, they're even lower.

I can't tell you what to do here. Like I said, the USDA is an unequivocal "no", but they err on the side of safety. If you're worried, chuck it; it's not worth worrying about.

If you're hungry, and not too worried, enjoy.

Well....I have taken the chance & had some my meal this evening! It was well sealed & airtight; no smell!....Tasted ok!...But I won't leave it so long in the freezer next time! (I wasn't aware of it being only 6months or so freezer time!)We live & learn!

Thanks once again!Rozz. Rozz12 4 months ago .

Freezer burn eventually occurs as a result of oxidation (i.e. Air getting into the frozen item). And that is usally due to bad packaging and an unsealed wrap.

The food is actually safe to eat - it won't hurt you - but it may not taste perfect.

Yes, it was completely airtight (purchased at Waightrose/Fresh! )I think it will have to go though...shame after all my cooking! Thank you for responding!

Rozz Rozz12 4 months ago .

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Spilled cooking oil dripped under the stovetop burners. Is it safe to use?

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