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Nutritional Information - Food Safety Information on Shelf Life of Food Bank Products Shelf Stable Items Past Code Many of the shelf-stable items you receive are donated and may be past code dates (sell by date, use by date, etc.). It is safe to eat these foods. Check with your pantry manager for the safe window of time for different foods. We also have a chart with specific foods available for download. Frozen Meat You will often receive meat that is past code date. This meat was frozen before code date and is therefore safe to eat. Before cooking meat, be sure to thaw completely and never thaw at room temperature. Fresh Produce Often, produce from the Food Bank may not be "perfect". However, it is okay to eat, with a bit of preparation. If the lettuce is brown on the edges, you can tear off the edges and still have a full head of lettuce. Soft spots can be cut off so you can enjoy the rest! Do not consume food from cans or jars if: Container is leaking or stained Container is swollen Container is badly dented, crimped or pinched Container is cracked Lids are loose or missing Safety seals are broken or missling Container is rusty Foul odor exists Food exhibits changed color or odor   Do not eat food from boxes if: Bag inside is torn or leaking Bag inside has moldy or foreign objects inside Bag inside has ripped seals Is open or torn Has live or dead insects, webs or droppings Is stained or wet For longest life of foods: Keep shelf stable products in a clean, dry and cool place Keep your refrigerator at 40 degrees F or lower Do not overload it! Keep your freezer at 0 degrees F Remember for all foods: WHEN IN DOUBT, THROW IT OUT!!!   For more information on shelf life of specific foods, please read more. ©2006 Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. Printed with permission.		Alerts St. John the Baptist Community Meal has been cancelled for June 16.  The next meal will be on July 21. Upcoming Events May 25-26 - Spring Into Action Food Drive (Irwin Food Drive)  Volunteer Spotlight Our Volunteers help make an impact by donating a few hours of time every week! Read more... eStore Show your support by purchasing some great WCFB merchandise. Check out our featured item, WCFB 16 oz. tumbler! Shop Now! Virtual Food Drive You can now donate toward the purchase of the food in the monthly food box received by our clients. Fill a Cart Now!