Botulism and cans

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kestak

Discussion Starter · Nov 21, 2009

Greetings,

Two questions:

1 - I was told to be careful with beans. What is the danger of botulism and dry Pinto beans in pails or #10?

2 - Is it a good deal? At Kroger Chef Boyardee 15 oz Ravioli or Lasagna in cans for 1 for 1$?

Thank you

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bulrush

· #5 · Nov 21, 2009

I thought botulism is found only in cans that have been dented AND perforated. Or maybe that's another food poison bacteria I'm thinking of.

I buy dented cans all the time (mainly peaches), but not if it looks like they are leaking.

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bulrush

· #6 · Nov 21, 2009

BJJ_Grappler said:
Are you sure that heat will denature botulism toxins? Any sources for that?

Nope, the bacteria is destroyed by heat but the toxins are not. Can't remember where I read it. But if it smells or tastes "twangy", spit it out immediately.

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