Find out when you should toss out this pantry staple.
Its unlikely to make you sick if its expired, but it wont work as well in recipes.
Here, were answering all your questions about whether or not baking soda goes bad.
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But you might want to think twice before using it in your favorite recipe forcookiesorcake.
Baking soda wont harm you if its expiredit just wont be as effective, Collingwood says.
Once opened, its best to use it within six months to a year for the best results.
Wondering if your baking soda is still good?
check that to store that container in a cool, dry place such as a pantry or cupboard.
If you use baking soda for both cooking and cleaning, keep them separate, she says.
You don’t want to mix the two, just in case!
