Does Shortening Go Bad? Everything You Should Know
You open the pantry and find a can of Crisco that has been sitting there since last winter, or longer. The best-by date has passed and you are not sure whether it is still good. Does shortening go bad? The short answer: Yes, shortening goes bad. The primary way it fails is through rancidity, a process where the fats oxidize and develop an off smell and bitter taste. According to Crisco’s official…















