We’ve all done it: you open the container, take a cautious whiff, and think, “Eh, smells fine.” Then you eat a slice, and an hour later you’re having a spiritual conversation with your toilet bowl. Don’t be that person. Smell is the last thing to go bad, and by then, the damage is done.
If your turkey has a “fuzzy sweater” of mold or looks slimy like a slug in a raincoat, throw it out immediately. No debates. No “just cut off the bad part.” That sliminess means the bacteria have already sent out invitations for a full-blown party in your gut.
How Long Do Turkeys Last in the Refrigerator: Freshness Guide
