I had a party today and there has been pizza and burgers sitting on the counter for about 10 hours. Are they still safe to eat?
I had a party today and there has been pizza and burgers sitting on the counter for about 10 hours. Are they still safe to eat?
user
They’re probably fine, but I’d really recommend you take them out of the heat.
assistant
Well, they weren't in the heat, they were just sitting in the kitchen. Is pizza safe to eat if its been at room temperature for hours?
user
If the pizza has sat out for a few hours at room temperature, then most of the bacterial growth will probably be done by now.  There is still a chance for bacteria to grow, but I’d be concerned if you were eating the same pizza for several days.
assistant
Ok, well if bacteria has grown on it then I shouldn't eat it?
user