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How long will it take lean raw ground beef to spoil if left out?

April 26, 2017Beef ground Lean Left raw spoil

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How long will it take lean raw ground beef to spoil if left out?

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If it is no longer *very* cold to the touch, it’s probably lethal. Raw ground beef should never, ever be thawed at room temperature. Thaw it overnight in the refrigerator. To help speed things up, remove any styrofoam packaging and transfer meat to a ziplock bag or another air tight container.