Do you put open tins in your fridge?

[Crimson Dynamo]

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So i just opened a tin of beans, half puled the top off and poured a bit in a pan and put the rest in the fridge

(i am having chicken burgers, chips, beans and peppers for tea - :nono: do not judge me)

DO you put tins like that in your fridge or would you decant them into a Tupperware like a crazy person?

[Smithy]

I used too until recently when I was got told off for doing and they said something bad could happen but didn't elaborate as to what it was

[Crimson Dynamo]

I used too until recently when I was got told off for doing and they said something bad could happen but didn't elaborate as to what it was

i think it may relate to when cans had lead in them?

[Livia]

I've got some little plastic lids that fit over the top of the can. Throw nothing away, me.

[Cherie]

No! Empty the contents into a container and cover with foil

[Josy]

No I empty the contents into a plastic storage container with a lid then put that in the fridge.

[bots]

never

[smudgie]

Hell no.

[GiRTh]

One word, Tupperware.

[T*]

That would make your fridge smell and I am judging you

[T*]

Also use ziploc bags you animals

[Jordan.]

Yeah if I plan to use it by the next day

[King Gizzard]

Other people do and then if I see them I throw them out (usually after they've been there a couple of days and obviously no ones going to eat it)

[Kazanne]

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So i just opened a tin of beans, half puled the top off and poured a bit in a pan and put the rest in the fridge

(i am having chicken burgers, chips, beans and peppers for tea - :nono: do not judge me)

DO you put tins like that in your fridge or would you decant them into a Tupperware like a crazy person?

I'de transfer into a container LT like a crazy person:laugh:

[Crimson Dynamo]

All that extra washing?

The bloody can IS a container

[Crimson Dynamo]

Double post

[Shaun]

:yuk: no. Mum does with soup/beans though.

[Glenn.]

No I empty the contents into a plastic storage container with a lid then put that in the fridge.

I do this too. Just the thought of an open can in the fridge makes me uneasy.

[Niamh.]

The only tinned thing that I'd open and not use all of in one go Is probably sweet corn and yeah I just put it straight in the fridge

[Ashley.]

No I empty the contents into a plastic storage container with a lid then put that in the fridge.

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[mizzy25]

I do all the time and cover the tin with cling wrap

[kirklancaster]

I do all the time and cover the tin with cling wrap

Exactly what I do.

[Glenn.]

A lot of smelly fridges in here

[joeysteele]

I never put part tins in the fridge,always empty what's left into a container,

[Kizzy]

I put it in a ceramic bowl and cover with a saucer usually.

[Ammi]

...no, but there are often half tins of stuff in our staffroom fridge...the only thing for me would be a tin of beans and I microwave them anyway so I couldn't do that in the can anyway and would put them in the container that I was going to microwave them in....

[Ammi]

..I don't really use much tinned stuff...

[Livia]

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[Benjamin]

You should never put open tins in the fridge. The metal can transfer/react to the food. :nono:

[Niamh.]

You should never put open tins in the fridge. The metal can transfer/react to the food. :nono:

Q. "When I was a kid, I was told that it was dangerous to leave an open can of food in the fridge for too long. Is this true?"

A. There's a persistent rumor that storing food in open cans puts you at risk of botulism - but this is a myth. C. botulinum is an anaerobic bacterium, meaning that it prefers an oxygen-free environment. Improper canning could allow the bacteria to multiply inside sealed cans but commercial food packers have stringent systems in place to prevent contamination. Assuming that the food was properly canned to begin with, storing an open can in the fridge doesn't put you at increased risk of food poisoning.

Nevertheless, storing food in open cans can give the food a metallic flavor, especially acidic foods like tomato sauce or pineapple chunks. Oxygen may also oxidize the exposed metal of an open can. Finally, it's hard to seal an open can so food may dry out and/or transfer flavors to other foods in the fridge.

No matter what kind of a container its in, however, food in the fridge has a limited shelf life - so try to keep track of what's in there and have a plan for using up leftover ingredients within a few days.
- See more at: http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/healthy-eating/ask-the-diva/is-it-ok-to-store-food-in-open-cans?page=all#sthash.pyPBAEpz.dpuf

[Denver]

Why open a tin if you dont use it all?

[Benjamin]

Q. "When I was a kid, I was told that it was dangerous to leave an open can of food in the fridge for too long. Is this true?"

A. There's a persistent rumor that storing food in open cans puts you at risk of botulism - but this is a myth. C. botulinum is an anaerobic bacterium, meaning that it prefers an oxygen-free environment. Improper canning could allow the bacteria to multiply inside sealed cans but commercial food packers have stringent systems in place to prevent contamination. Assuming that the food was properly canned to begin with, storing an open can in the fridge doesn't put you at increased risk of food poisoning.

Nevertheless, storing food in open cans can give the food a metallic flavor, especially acidic foods like tomato sauce or pineapple chunks. Oxygen may also oxidize the exposed metal of an open can. Finally, it's hard to seal an open can so food may dry out and/or transfer flavors to other foods in the fridge.

No matter what kind of a container its in, however, food in the fridge has a limited shelf life - so try to keep track of what's in there and have a plan for using up leftover ingredients within a few days.
- See more at: http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/healthy-eating/ask-the-diva/is-it-ok-to-store-food-in-open-cans?page=all#sthash.pyPBAEpz.dpuf

Never put open cans in the fridge, as the metal may transfer to the can's contents – place the contents in a storage container or covered bowl instead.

http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/homehygiene/Pages/how-to-store-food-safely.aspx

Just to add to that. It's not bad for health but can ruin the flavour of food.

[Crimson Dynamo]

You should never put open tins in the fridge. The metal can transfer/react to the food. :nono:

how would that work but not work when the can is sealed?. Cans do not have a lead mix any more and the insides are coated.

[Benjamin]

how would that work but not work when the can is sealed?. Cans do not have a lead mix any more and the insides are coated.

The metal can still react and ruin the food :laugh:

[Livia]

Why open a tin if you dont use it all?

I live on my own. I never use a full can of anything. Mind you, I only keep stuff a day or so once it's open.

[Niamh.]

Why open a tin if you dont use it all?

The only thing that I wouldn't use all off in one go is sweet corn, if I'm adding it to a dish a whole can is too much

[Crimson Dynamo]

The metal can still react and ruin the food :laugh:

Yes Ben I am looking for a little science and evidence :pipe:

[jennyjuniper]

I always put the contents into a plastic or china bowl and cover with clingfilm..

[Daniel-X]

I put it in a dish and cover it with foil because open tins in the fridge can be harmful

[Crimson Dynamo]

I put it in a dish and cover it with foil because open tins in the fridge can be harmful

Evidence please