On 01/06/2020 14:21, Dave Plowman (News) wrote:
In article ,
Max Demian wrote:
On 01/06/2020 10:23, Scott wrote:
In the old days we used to keep opened tins in the fridge. I think
you could even buy a plastic lid to fit on the tin. Now we are told
to transfer the contents to another container.

Has the construction of tins changed, or is this another example of
excess caution? I have never known a tin to start rusting in the
timescale involved and even if it did, the rust would be at the top
not were the food is.

I am cautious about leaving the food in the tin, and have several glass
or plastic containers for transfer. I also have some plastic lids called
"Homecare pet food can seal" which I sometimes use. I don't have any
pets, but I don't suppose people would risk their precious mutts and
moggies if it wasn't safe.

I suppose if you washed the outside of the can (removing any paper label)
thoroughly before opening it, there would be no more risk of getting
bacteria in your fridge than by using your own container?


I thought everyone was submerging their tins in a hot bleach solution
immediately they get home these days ?.

Food poisoning stats are going to be interesting for the lockdown
period, but the disposable BBQ brigade were busy all along the
South Coast on the W/E. Overpowering pong of lighter fuel and
****, where people have relieved themselves.