Should You Keep or Toss Foods Beyond the Package Date?

Should You Keep or Toss Foods Beyond the Package Date?
Should You Keep or Toss Foods Beyond the Package Date?

“Mom, I found some curry paste in my cupboard,” my son texted.

“It’s three years past the date on the package. Can I use it?” he asked.

He added “LOL” (laughing out loud) at the end of his text.

I am sure he knew my answer.

“Throw it,” I replied.

I think I texted him a bugeyed cartoon.

I don’t like the idea of throwing food, but after three years, both quality and potentially safety could be issues.

He h…