ChatGPT image description: A plate of French toast sits abandoned on a kitchen counter, with syrup residue and scattered crumbs suggesting it has been left out since yesterday's brunch. The cozy kitchen background contrasts with the forgotten meal, emphasizing the passage of time and potential food safety concern.

968. French Toast Left on Counter for Almost a Day

August 17, 2026 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from eating french toast left on counter for almost a day

Dr. Don - risky ☣️
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼

ChatGPT image description: A large stainless steel pressure cooker filled with cloudy chicken stock sits forgotten on a kitchen counter overnight. The broth’s surface shows separated fat and residue, surrounded by ordinary kitchen items under warm indoor lighting, creating a subtle sense of food safety concern and neglect.

939. Chicken Stock Out Overnight, Pressure Cooked Again for 30 Minutes

June 10, 2026 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from eating chicken stock left on the counter overnight, and then pressure cooked again for 30 minutes.

Dr. Don - risky ☣️
Professor Ben - risky ☣️

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The image shows a stainless steel pan with murky, dirty water sitting on a kitchen counter overnight. The water has a greasy film and floating residue. The pan has dried streaks on its sides. The counter has scattered crumbs and stains, illuminated by soft morning light filtering through a window.

745. Reusing Pasta Water That's Been Sitting Out Overnight

March 14, 2025 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks reusing pasta water that's been sitting out overnight.

Dr. Don - risky ☣️
Professor Ben - risky ☣️

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