The pantry staple doesnt last forever.
As far as cooking fats are concerned,olive oilis the it girl of thepantry.
Olive oil is also brimming with health benefits, particularly when you reach for the extra-virgin variety.
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Its an agricultural product, after all, the juice from the fruit of olive trees.
Over time, light, heat, and oxygen break down the oil, causing it to go rancid.
That impacts both taste and nutritionthe two primary reasons topay up for good olive oil.
If youre still not sure, take a sip.
Dont worry, it wont make you sick.
If it doesnt remind you of something fresh and fruity, the oil is likely off.
Can You Use Expired Olive Oil?
Free radicals are effectively the opposite of anantioxidant, and can cause damage within our body, says Ravetti.
Ravetti recommends buying a bottle that you are likely to get through in four to six weeks.
Should You Refrigerate Olive Oil?
Just know that olive oil solidifies as it chills.
What Should You Do With Expired Olive Oil?
It will clog your pipes!
Rather than waste it entirely, consider moving it from the food pantry to the cleaning supply closet.
It can be used to condition leather, polish wood, orgive some shine back to your stainless steel.
