Dry grits last for about a year, the smell will change as they begin to go bad. Do not eat it if it develops an odor or tastes different than usual. You can tell if prepared grits are going bad when the liquid has considerably separated from the other ingredients.

Can you use expired grits?

Grits. Shelf life: When properly stored, instant grits will last 2-5 years past a “best by” date while stone ground grits will last up to 1 year past a “best by” date.

What are the black specks in grits?

The black/dark specks you see in your grits are the particles of germ that are left in the product. The germ of the corn kernel is naturally darker in color and it is absolutely normal to see grey/black/dark flecks throughout your corn grits.

Do Quaker Instant grits go bad?

You can expect instant grits to retain freshness for at least a few months past the date on the label. When it comes to stone-ground grits, I suggest you go with the date on the label if you store it in the pantry, or at least 6 months more if you keep it frozen.

Do grains really expire?

In general, follow these rules of thumb: Whole Intact Grains: The shelf life of whole intact grains, like wheat berries or brown rice, is a bit longer than flours. If stored properly in airtight containers, intact grains will keep for up to 6 months on a cool, dry pantry shelf or up to a year in the freezer.

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