Pork roast left out [duplicate]

I was defrosting a 4 lb pork roast. I took it out about 10am. I went out that night and came home around 10pm. The roast felt cool to the touch but not really “cold.” I put it in the fridge and this morning i put it in the crock pot but i’m a little worried. It was cryovacked, if that makes any difference. Thoughts? Would you still eat it?

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Best Answer

The rule of thumb is 4 hours below 140 F and above 40F is the danger zone.

It it was out for 10 hours then part was probably over 40F for 4 hours.

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Is pork roast still good if left out overnight?

Pork can sit out for 2 hours before it goes bad; you should serve pork immediately or freeze it within two hours. Cooked pork left out at room temperature for more than two hours can be unsafe to eat. For food safety reasons, cooked pork needs to be stored in the refrigerator and eaten within two days.

How long can a pork roast sit out?

Refrigerate promptly Never let raw meat sit at room temperature for more than two hours before putting it in the refrigerator or freezer.

Can you eat uncooked meat left out overnight?

If a perishable food (such as meat or poultry) has been left out at room temperature overnight (more than two hours) it may not be safe. Discard it, even though it may look and smell good. Never taste a food to see if it is spoiled. Use a food thermometer to verify temperatures.

Is pork OK to eat after being left out?

Raw pork should never be left unrefrigerated for any length of time; keep it in the refrigerator right up until you're ready to cook it to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and to reduce the risk of cross-contamination.

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